Ep. 35: "Rewrite Your Story" with Latasha Ferguson
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ABOUT THE EPISODE
Latasha Ferguson—educator and host of the Overcome to Become Podcast—joins us in episode 35 to share her story of becoming a teen mom and navigating single parenthood while still trying to figure out her identity and relationship with God. Latasha talks about her early years of stubborn resistance, the struggles of being a single mom of two girls, and how God has relentlessly pursued her in it all. Sarah and Latasha talk about the role of community in our everyday lives, holding on to hope, and how our stories connect us.
MEET THE GUEST
Latasha is a speaker, writer, podcaster, and ministry leader. Her life is proof of this truth: our past, our imperfections, and our pitfalls do not have the power to diminish our purpose. Her heart beats for empowering women to do the hard work of heart work so they can overcome, own their story, and live authentically. She is also a passionate educator who has spent the past 16 years serving in the roles of teacher, assistant principal, principal, and now director of instruction.
Wife to her best-friend and mom to four beautiful girls. Latasha loves to run, read, spend time at the beach, and will travel far and wide for great food that hugs her belly. You can connect with Latasha at LatashaFerguson.com, on Instagram, or through her podcast Overcome to Become.
EPISODE NOTES
Overcome to Become Podcast
Gideon story (begins in Judges 6)
Scott Sauls quote on Twitter
What Latasha is Reading:
Do It Afraid: Embracing Courage in the Face of Fear by Joyce Meyer
Gideon: Your Weakness. God’s Strength. by Priscilla Shirer
Becoming All Things: How Small Changes Lead to Lasting Changes Across Cultures by Michelle Reyes
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
Connect with Latasha:
Instagram: @latashamferguson
Website: LatashaFerguson.com
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