In this conversation, we discuss with our guest, Laurence Bowers,  the importance of resilience and overcoming challenges in life. We talk about how resilience can be learned through both hardship and positive examples. Laurence shares his personal journey of growing up in a challenging environment and how he was able to overcome adversity with the help of supportive mentors and coaches. We also discuss the impact of sports on resilience and the importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences. Laurence shares his experience of dealing with a career-ending injury and how he was able to find purpose and fulfillment in other areas of his life. The conversation explores the themes of spreading love, resilience, constant growth as a parent, the importance of love and being a positive example, family traditions, and fun and laughter.TakeawaysResilience is a key trait that can be learned through both hardship and positive examples.Sports can play a significant role in developing resilience, teaching work ethic, leadership, and perseverance.Having supportive mentors and coaches can make a difference in overcoming challenges and achieving success.Self-talk and surrounding yourself with positive influences are important for maintaining resilience and a positive mindset. Spreading love and fighting against evil is a core responsibility as Christians.Being resilient and surrounding oneself with good people is essential for personal growth.Parenting requires constant growth and learning, and being a positive example is crucial.Love and kindness can make the world a better place.Family traditions, such as praying together, can strengthen bonds.Having fun and laughter is important for a happy and healthy family life.Thank you for listening! Love, Angie & Aric Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543Link to Order Feathers Matter: https://blendedblessedalwaysamess.com/?post_type=productWebsite: www.blendedblessedalwaysamess.comTiktok: www.tiktok.com/@halliebears.momInstagram: https://instagram.com/blendedblessedalwaysamess?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blendedblessedalwaysamess?mibextid=LQQJ4dPinterest: https://pin.it/6WO7XxLYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@blendedblessedalwaysamessHallie’s House Airbnb https://abnb.me/ksisXEaL8Db#grief #podcasters #blendedfamily #childloss #heartache #vulnerability #faithjourney #blendedjourney #livingforher #rallyforhallie #godisgood #fightforward #divorce #bonusparents #blendedblessed #blessed #herlifemattered #gunnegligence #collateralloss  #newseason #rebirth #hope #brokenheart #hallie #sedona #hike #energyhealingSupport the show