Lessons from Living

Beth Graham
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Lessons from Living

Everyday heroes, young and old, are interviewed to glean wisdom and secrets for living well so that listeners are inspired to live meaningful lives. As a mother of six, theology student, breast cancer survivor, and wife of 36 years, host Beth Graham includes many personal tidbits surrounding parenting, health, marriage, and spiritual living. No more treading water and feeling unfulfilled; it's time to take action! Welcome to our community of inspiration!

  1. JUN 26

    Testimony: Tell Your Story!

    How do we share the power of God without sharing our stories? Beth describes a personal recent encounter with God's presence, and explains why it's important to share these experiences with each other. Let us hear from you about your unique stories!

    8 min

  2. JUN 19

    Age Unleashed: Shattering Limits with Ande Lyons

    Feeling invisible after sixty? You're not alone—but you're far from done. Pro-age advocate Ande Lyons joins us for an inspiring conversation about breaking free from age-related expectations and rewriting the story of what it means to grow older. At 69, Ande is the embodiment of vibrant aging. As the host of Don't Be Caged By Your Age, she showcases remarkable individuals thriving well into their 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond—proving that age is not a limitation, but a launching point. Together, we explore how to stop internalizing outdated societal narratives and start defining aging on your own terms. If you're ready to embrace your power and possibility in the golden years, this rollicking, uplifting episode is for you. Show Notes: Don't Be Caged By Your Age Podcast, on Apple Itunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts. The Intern, movie with Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway WelcomeToHeidi on Instagram Women.60.Plus on Instagram Don't Retire; Rewire: Five Steps to Fulfilling Work..., Jeri Sedlar and Rick Miners "Sure, it's been done before, but not by you and not for us." Seth Godin "Base your decisions on your hopes, not your fears." Nelson Mandela The Blue Zones: Nine Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who've Lived the Longest, Dan Buettner It's Never Too Late to Begin Again: Discovering Creativity and Meaning at Midlife and Beyond, Julia Cameron THANK YOU for subscribing to Lessons From Living, and rating and reviewing the podcast on Apple Itunes and Spotify! We love our LFL Community!

    54 min

  3. MAY 28

    It's OK to Start Small

    Sometimes we denigrate our efforts to jump into faith (or anything else, for that matter) as being "small" and "measly" and hardly worth mentioning.  Especially if you have a tendency toward perfectionism, you might grade your initial attempts as subpar.  This mindset can set you up for discouragement before you're even out the door. In today's episode, Beth talks about how while we might be critical of our own efforts, God is tickled by our trying: God honors effort.  Hopefully, you'll find encouragement here that'll motivate you to keep moving forward in faith and other aspects of your life as well.

    10 min

  4. MAY 22

    From Survivor to Servant

    Do you tend to stay stuck in the fallout of painful experiences, or find a way to create something meaningful from them? That’s exactly what Aaron Grunke chose to do after facing a brutal cancer diagnosis and enduring multiple rounds of chemotherapy at just 21 years old. When physical training helped him heal not just his body, but also his mind and spirit, Aaron knew others needed access to the same kind of support. What started as a personal path to recovery became a calling — and ultimately, Survivor Fitness, a nonprofit that now provides cancer survivors with free access to personal training, nutrition coaching, and mental health therapy. In this episode, Aaron shares his journey from survival to purpose, and how he found the courage to take action when a dream to serve others was laid on his heart.

    41 min

  5. MAY 1

    Never Too Lost: How Christ Rescued a Family from Addiction

    When addiction invades a family, it doesn’t just break the addicted—it wounds everyone who loves them. In this powerful episode, author Kathryn Mae Inman shares the heart-wrenching journey of walking beside her son through six failed rehab attempts, relentless relapses, and the dark grip of addiction. But this is not just a story of suffering—it’s a story of rescue. Through the depths of despair, Kathryn found an unshakable hope, and her son found salvation in the most unexpected way—not through programs or punishment, but through the redemptive love of Christ. Today, her son is a husband, father, and man of faith—a testimony to the life-changing power of grace. If you’re a parent, a sibling, or a friend battling beside someone in addiction, this episode offers more than comfort—it offers hope. Inspired by Kathryn’s book Counting Spoons, this is an unforgettable conversation about pain, perseverance, and the God who never stops pursuing.   Counting Spoons, Kathryn Mae Inman

    1h 8m

  6. APR 26

    Easy Way to Bring Joy to Your Life

    Feeling a little joy-less today?  In this snack of an episode (brief but nutritious!), Beth shares an easy way to bring your life an extra boost of joy. Enjoy!

    9 min

  7. APR 10

    Liberation From Addiction

    From the time Melody Crosby Hale was a child, a birth defect led her to believe that God would not love a flawed child.  In a desperate attempt to feel empowered, she learned to lean on alcohol and painkillers, leading to stronger and stronger drugs.  Follow this remarkable story of how God found Melody in the darkness and gently but insistently offered his love.  Today, she walks free of addiction and instead leans on the power of God and his everpresent Spirit in her life.  Through her testimony and victory over the chains of addiction, she teaches others to do the same. Freedom to Fly: From Persecution to Prosperity, A Life Story of Salvation

    1h 5m

  8. APR 3

    Leave Disappointment in the Dust

    Are you one to focus on disappointing situations that come your way, causing you to become immobilized?  It's time to reframe disappointment as an inevitable part of being human but learn to give it the limited focus it deserves. Beth gives examples of how lack of progress might indicate a timing issue but encourages us to move forward nonetheless.  Informed by the Holy Spirit, God doesn't want us to be afraid to make bold moves and doesn't want us to be discouraged when things don't go as planned. It's time for action, people! Enjoy a nice dose of encouragement today.

    13 min
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Everyday heroes, young and old, are interviewed to glean wisdom and secrets for living well so that listeners are inspired to live meaningful lives. As a mother of six, theology student, breast cancer survivor, and wife of 36 years, host Beth Graham includes many personal tidbits surrounding parenting, health, marriage, and spiritual living. No more treading water and feeling unfulfilled; it's time to take action! Welcome to our community of inspiration!

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  • Creator
    Beth Graham
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Beth Graham 2017 | Lessons from Living
  • Show Website
    Lessons from Living

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