Episode~171
171~HELP! I'm a Mom Who Had a Stroke with Crystal Mayo
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Courtney sits down with her friend Crystal Mayo, a mom of three and former children's ministry leader who shares her unexpected and life-altering story of surviving a massive stroke at just 38 years old. What began as a headache and dizziness quickly spiraled into a weeks-long mystery and a diagnosis that changed everything.
Crystal opens up about the physical and emotional toll of her stroke, the identity crisis that followed, and the deep spiritual transformation God brought through it all. She shares how God used a little dog named Lucy to bring comfort, how she clung to the hem of His garment for healing, and how her stroke recovery taught her to surrender perfectionism, embrace vulnerability, and rediscover her worth outside of performance.
Whether you're a mom battling exhaustion, guilt, health issues, or just trying to keep it together—this conversation is a timely reminder that Jesus is near, restoration is possible, and you don’t have to walk alone.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Crystal’s stroke went undiagnosed for days
What recovery looked like physically, emotionally, and spiritually
The role surrender played in finding peace
How motherhood and ministry impacted her identity
What she wishes she had accepted help for sooner
A beautiful story behind her children’s book Lucy’s Home
Resources & Links:
Psalm 27:10 – “Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me.”
Mentioned Bible Story: Woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8:43–48)
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