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episode 37: My Xcellence Matters | Linda Housden
Linda wrote her story for the upcoming Scars to Stars Vol 3. She is a retired RN, and a widow and also wears many other hats! Listen in to learn more about her journey of finding God at 17 and how that has impacted her life on every level!
Mentioned Resources:
Register for our virtual book launch on 9.22.23 at https://realizefoundation.org/events
About the Guest:
"Servant of God, Lovely Linda"
"God desires a surrendered heart."
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him. —Hebrews 11:6
Reverend Linda Housden, R.N. is often called "Lovely Linda" or "Mother Theresa" of this generation. Her measure of compassion impacts lives forevermore. She learned many of life's best lessons while working as a First Responder on the Los Angeles Mayor's Crisis Response Team, providing immediate Crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to families affected by traumatic events. These events were call outs to homicides, suicides, traffic fatalities, SIDS deaths, domestic violence, officer involved shootings, natural deaths, and in addition, mass casualty events.
Linda's career as a flight nurse, Pediatric/NICU nurse, and American Red Cross Disaster Health Services Supervisor opened up many doors to utilize her practical and professional skills to become a foster parent to 22. Special needs infants, do prison ministry, and travel extensively to many countries on short term missionary teams for a period of 10 years.
Today, Linda is a certified Life Coach, entrepreneur, and public relations director for the company of Ijascode, a global incentivized digital marketing company. She was a co-author in the books, "Living God's Best Life," and "From Broken Pieces to Masterpieces", with Dr. Angella Palmer Banks, Xcellence Inc. She is also the Chief Community Liason for Xcellence Inc., counting it all joy to serve in this capacity as a connector to others, both nationally and globally. Another co-author book project done was with Life on Fire Mentors Nick & Megan Unsworth, and keynote international speaker, James Malinchak, called, "Live Abundantly". Top thought-leaders shared their secrets for living an extraordinary life, which is possible to have, as we surrender our hearts to God's heart.
About Deana:
Deana Brown Mitchell is a driven, optimistic, and compassionate leader in all areas of her life.
As a bestselling author, speaker and award-winning entrepreneur, Deana vulnerably shares her experiences for the benefit of others. As a consultant/coach, she has a unique perspective on customizing a path forward for any situation.
Currently President of Genius & Sanity, and known as “The Shower Genius”, she teaches her proprietary framework created from her own experiences of burnout and always putting herself last... for entrepreneurs and leaders who want to continue or expand their business while taking better care of themselves and achieving the life of their dreams.
In 2022 Deana released the book, The Shower Genius, How Self-Care, Creativity & Sanity will Change Your Life Personally & Professionally.
Also, Deana is the Founder & Executive Director of The Realize Foundation. She is a suicide survivor herself, and vulnerably uses her own mental health journey to let others know there is hope. The Realize Foundation produces events and publishes books that let people know there are not alone.
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds” Jeremiah 30:17
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