Image Bearers

In this moving and profound conversation, I sit down with Liesel Mindrebo Mertes — speaker, author, business consultant, and mother of five — to talk about grief, empathy, and what it means to show up for one another in the hardest seasons.

Liesel shares the story of her daughter, Mercy Joan, who tragically passed away as an infant, and how that loss reshaped her life, her faith, and her understanding of wellness. She also opens up about her son, Moses, who was diagnosed in utero with a congenital heart defect that led to major surgery just days after he was born.

We talk about:
 * Navigating grief and the deep ache of losing a child
 *The spiritual and emotional toll of watching your child suffer
 * Why empathy isn’t just a soft skill — it’s a life skill
 * How Liesel helps workplaces become more human-centered
 * And what it looks like to hold space for others while still healing yourself

This episode is full of wisdom, honesty, and grace. Liesel’s story is one of unimaginable pain — but also of profound resilience, hope, and compassion. If you’ve ever walked through loss, or want to learn how to better support those who have, this conversation is for you.

Liesel Mindrebo Mertes:
 Website: https://www.lieselmertes.com/

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