Ep.104: Faith in the Broken Places with Julie Busler

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt conversation, Julie Busler shares her profound journey through grief, loss, and mental health struggles. From losing her mother to cancer and her father to suicide, Julie reflects on the emotional neglect she experienced and how it shaped her life. She discusses her call to the mission field in Turkey, the challenges of serving while grappling with her own trauma, and the importance of seeking help. Julie emphasizes the need for open conversations about mental health, especially with children, and offers valuable insights on healing and vulnerability. Takeaways Grief is a complex journey that many navigate poorly. Emotional neglect can have lasting effects on mental health. It's important to talk about trauma and loss openly. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Children need to feel safe discussing their feelings. Mental health struggles can affect anyone, regardless of faith. Healing often requires professional help alongside faith. Vulnerability can foster deeper connections with others. It's crucial to recognize and address distorted thoughts. God can use our brokenness for His purpose. 00:00 Introduction to Julie Busler's Journey 01:43 Navigating Grief and Loss 08:30 The Call to the Mission Field 12:51 Breaking Point in Turkey 20:31 The Stigma of Mental Health 23:00 Talking to Kids About Mental Health 32:45 Final Thoughts and Advice Julie Busler Resources Learn more about MomQ Follow MomQ: Instagram , Facebook , Youtube Support the show Discover more about MomQ