Geri Carlson

HOPE BLVD

Religion EN ↓ 4 episodes

I was suddenly paralyzed and nobody knew why. Through honest storytelling, I share real-life experiences to encourage others through challenging seasons in life, and discuss ways to keep moving forward, even when life feels heavy. I'm grateful to report I am walking today (with a cane) and as determined as ever to thrive through life. I share life-changing moments, including some miracles, with a sincere and sometimes lighthearted spirit (laughter is good medicine). And I speak openly about my faith, sharing how God's Word is my moral compass. Hope Blvd is a journey of hope, faith, and determ...

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Geri Carlson

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Enduring Hope In Some Of The Lowest Moments; and Caregivers 06.07.2026 22:35

Recovering from paralysis and surviving porphyria, Geri Carlson shares her message of hope. There is always hope. A journey of hope, faith, and determination. Givlaari: https://www.alnylam.com Geri's book (2007): https://IStandAmazed.com Support the show https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more. https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides,...

Making a Mindset Shift - The Start of Something Good 29.06.2026 17:16

Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please give a thumbs up. And share! :) The Goodness Of God CeCe Winans https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y81yIo1_3o8 Automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) Dr. Henry Cloud Clinical Psychologist & Author https://youtu.be/1OwV1rleITg?si=FR88AU79aSoClMts Scriptures: "...and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding , will guard yo...

The Key to Perseverance 22.06.2026 15:57

There is always hope. Always. Persevering through near death and paralysis, preparing my mind for lengthy hospital stays and pain and suffering was vitally important. Also, my dying orchid seemed to have some strong determination of its own. And my beautiful friend helped me and my orchid move forward. Talk to God. Matthew 7:7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, an...

Journey of Hope, Faith, and Determination (Ep01) 12.06.2026 15:12

I suddenly became paralyzed from the neck down and nobody knew why. I spent 8 months in the hospital. I was a medical mystery. After exhaustive research from a tertiary hospital, I learned I have a genetic rare blood disorder called Porphyria. My type is called Variegate Porphyria, a form of Acute Hepatic Porphyria. Symptoms during an attack for me begin with excruciating abdominal pain, neurologi...