Ann Romney: The Blessing of an Eternal Perspective in the Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis
09/18/19 • 47 min
An uncertain future often accompanies the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Such was the case for Ann Romney. In this week's episode, she shares how the hope of eternal life carried her out of the darkness of depression and discouragement, leading her to fight for her life. She also explains why she now feels a responsibility to offer hope to others and what she is doing about it.
"The Savior will fill in all the holes and all the gaps and all of the weaknesses, which become accentuated when you're sick. And it's a reminder that we cannot do this, never, not one of us can get there without the Savior. And it's a very sort of abrupt and sudden reminder that that's very true. We need His love. We need His forgiveness, and we need His mercy."
Show Notes:
3:22- Life Before MS/Diagnosis
6:28- "An Identity Issue"
9:07- The Immediate Impact of MS
11:19- Finding Help
17:12- Fighting Fatigue
18:37- Researching for the Future Generation
22:35- Grateful for MS?
24:06- Rediscovering Herself
27:22- Supporting a Loved One in the Face of Health Challenges
30:39- The Reality of the Atonement of Jesus Christ
35:37- Why an Eternal Perspective Matters
38:08- Embracing God's Plan for Us/Fulfilling Our Individual Missions
44:15- How The Gospel Changed Her Life
46:10- What Does It Mean To Be "All In" the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
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An uncertain future often accompanies the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Such was the case for Ann Romney. In this week's episode, she shares how the hope of eternal life carried her out of the darkness of depression and discouragement, leading her to fight for her life. She also explains why she now feels a responsibility to offer hope to others and what she is doing about it.
"The Savior will fill in all the holes and all the gaps and all of the weaknesses, which become accentuated when you're sick. And it's a reminder that we cannot do this, never, not one of us can get there without the Savior. And it's a very sort of abrupt and sudden reminder that that's very true. We need His love. We need His forgiveness, and we need His mercy."
Show Notes:
3:22- Life Before MS/Diagnosis
6:28- "An Identity Issue"
9:07- The Immediate Impact of MS
11:19- Finding Help
17:12- Fighting Fatigue
18:37- Researching for the Future Generation
22:35- Grateful for MS?
24:06- Rediscovering Herself
27:22- Supporting a Loved One in the Face of Health Challenges
30:39- The Reality of the Atonement of Jesus Christ
35:37- Why an Eternal Perspective Matters
38:08- Embracing God's Plan for Us/Fulfilling Our Individual Missions
44:15- How The Gospel Changed Her Life
46:10- What Does It Mean To Be "All In" the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
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"I think as you have faith in the process, and do everything you can and build your life with these heavenly habits around you, you'll end up finding that you can be happy in the moment, you're going to find joy in keeping the commandments and doing what the Lord asks. And...that's when the magic happens. And when the Spirit is filling your life, it becomes palpable and tangible, and you wake up excited to do it the next day."
Show Notes
1:34- Winning a World Series
4:02- Journey to Mental Skills Coach
8:28- When One Door Closes
9:49- Prepared For Sports Psychology
14:45- Experiences With Faith On The Job
19:55- "Increase Your Impact" Podcast
25:15- Raising Mentally Tough Teens
29:00- Modeling Strong Mentalities
33:23- Strengthening Your Mentality
37:14- Spending Time With God
41:00- The Role of Faith
43:50- Choosing the Right
47:24- What Does It Mean To Be "All In" The Gospel of Jesus Christ?
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Kate Lee: Overcoming Paralyzing Self-Doubt
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"I feel like, because I so often listen to my doubts and believe my doubts, I kept myself from Christ. I kept myself from God, I kept myself from progression. And the second I started listening to the Spirit and trusting the Spirit over my doubts, then my whole life changed."
Show Notes
1:08- A Temple Recommend Interview
4:41- The Lead-Up to This Moment
8:23- "Is There Anything Else You Want To Talk About?"
10:38- Orchestrated by God
16:14- Homework Assignments
21:38- Taking Time
23:25- Tools for Combating Doubt
27:26- Change of Life
29:37- Painting a Picture of the Love of Christ
39:15- Ecclesiastical Leaders
42:11- The Love of God Through Painting
42:23- Two Scriptures that Teach Unconditional Love
44:56- What Does It Mean To Be "All In" The Gospel of Jesus Christ?
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