Episode~185
185~HELP! When Mom Isn't Your Only Name & Shame Isn't Your Story with Kate Battistelli
What do you do when your past still holds power over you—even after you've been forgiven? In today’s episode, Courtney welcomesKate Battistelli, bestselling author, speaker, and co-host of theMom to Mom Podcast, who opens up about her abortion story, healing journey, and the long road from silence to freedom.
From the lights of Broadway to the trenches of motherhood to the quiet of the empty nest, Kate’s story is full of radical obedience, deep grace, and surprising new beginnings. You’ll hear how she learned to live forgiven, why she waited 30 years to share her abortion story, and what it means to step into the next season when “Mom” is no longer your only name.
In This Episode, Kate and Courtney Talk About:
Carrying secrets, shame, and guilt—and how to finally let them go
Why telling your hard story can be the most healing thing you do
How God dared her to write a book and include the story she swore she’d never tell
The challenge of trusting God with your child’s calling
Finding identity in Christ, not in motherhood
Wisdom for moms preparing for or living in the empty nest season
Prioritizing your marriage and dreaming again
Scripture Kate Shared:
Psalm 16:5–6
“Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.”
Resources & Links from Kate:
Kate’s Books:
The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom Is Not Your Only Name
The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible?
Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child’s Life
NEW: 31-Day Devotional Companion to The After Party of the Empty Nest
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Website:www.courtneydoyleministries.com
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