Mindi Barker is the wife of a “ridiculously good looking man” and mother of 6 amazing children and one incredible son in law. She was raised in Sandy, Utah by the most caring parents, who instilled in her a love of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She has a zest for life that is contagious, and she loves to make people laugh. She always looks for the bright side in everything she does and you will rarely see her without a smile on her face. Mindi thoroughly enjoys music, playing the piano, singing, reading, cooking, running, kayaking, speaking, teaching seminary, serving the youth, playing basketball and pickleball, playing board games and spending time with her family. She is a BYU sports fanatic and LOVES football season! She has been married for 25 years and finds joy in just about everything. Her life hasn’t always been easy though. Mindi will share with us her journey through her father’s murder, struggle with infertility and multiple miscarriages, battle with depression and anxiety, and the heartache of watching her teenage daughter go through cancer. There have been times she truly understood why someone would want to end their life, but she is here to tell you there are ways to find peace and hope, through the Savior, Jesus Christ, and the people He puts in your life along the way.

Mindi Barker is the wife of a “ridiculously good looking man” and mother of 6 amazing children and one incredible son in law. She was raised in Sandy, Utah by the most caring parents, who instilled in her a love of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She has a zest for life that is contagious, and she loves to make people laugh. She always looks for the bright side in everything she does and you will rarely see her without a smile on her face. Mindi thoroughly enjoys music, playing the piano, singing, reading, cooking, running, kayaking, speaking, teaching seminary, serving the youth, playing basketball and pickleball, playing board games and spending time with her family. She is a BYU sports fanatic and LOVES football season! She has been married for 25 years and finds joy in just about everything. Her life hasn’t always been easy though. Mindi will share with us her journey through her father’s murder, struggle with infertility and multiple miscarriages, battle with depression and anxiety, and the heartache of watching her teenage daughter go through cancer. There have been times she truly understood why someone would want to end their life, but she is here to tell you there are ways to find peace and hope, through the Savior, Jesus Christ, and the people He puts in your life along the way.

A Light In the Darkness Episode 27 - Mindi Barker

Moroni 7:35-37 "Has the Day of Miracles Ceased?"  Carly Robison shares the literal miracle she has experienced the past couple of months, and encourages her listeners to look for miracles in their own lives. Podcast episode about Carly's sister can be found here. Podcast interview with Carly's therapist can be found here. More information about EMDR can be found here.

Moroni 7:35-37 "Has the Day of Miracles Ceased?"  Carly Robison shares the literal miracle she has experienced the past couple of months, and encourages her listeners to look for miracles in their own lives. Podcast episode about Carly's sister can be found <a href="https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-x9t6u-f0f80f" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Podcast interview with Carly's therapist can be found <a href="https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-g7e5p-e55149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> More information about EMDR can be found <a href="https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

A Light In The Darkness Episode 26 - Has the Day of Miracles Ceased?

It’s been a long, long time since I’ve had a new podcast episode. There have been some very difficult, excruciatingly painful things going on in my life. I’m not able to talk about them at this time. But they have made it so I haven’t been able to do interviews and produce new episodes. I promise when I’m able I will be right back here, sharing inspiring stories with you.    But I have been prompted for a while to do a short episode about thoughts I have had as the world starts to open back up, and we return to our “normal” lives. It's my hope and prayer that it will be our life back to normal, but better.   Talks Carly refers to in the Episode: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/34eyring?lang=eng https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/36nelson?lang=eng

It’s been a long, long time since I’ve had a new podcast episode. There have been some very difficult, excruciatingly painful things going on in my life. I’m not able to talk about them at this time. But they have made it so I haven’t been able to do interviews and produce new episodes. I promise when I’m able I will be right back here, sharing inspiring stories with you.  But I have been prompted for a while to do a short episode about thoughts I have had as the world starts to open back up, and we return to our “normal” lives. It's my hope and prayer that it will be our life back to normal, but better. Talks Carly refers to in the Episode: <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/34eyring?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/34eyring?lang=eng</a> <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/36nelson?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/36nelson?lang=eng</a>

A Light In the Darkness Episode 25 - Life Back To Normal......But Better

Carly Robison

This week Carly talks about the power of gratitude in our lives and how it can actually help you when you are going through difficult times.  She shares her own experiences, quotes from talks she loves, and the thoughts of two of her friends.  Carly hopes that this episode can help you get through your own dark times, including as we all deal with many challenges due to COVID-19. Here are the links for Jeanette's practice and infertility group: https://www.facebook.com/RisingLotusCounselingServices/SLC Infertility Support Group Here is the link to Camille Johnson's podcast: Finding the Floor The link to the talk Carly quoted: Grateful In Any Circumstances by Dieter F. Uchtdorf

This week Carly talks about the power of gratitude in our lives and how it can actually help you when you are going through difficult times.  She shares her own experiences, quotes from talks she loves, and the thoughts of two of her friends.  Carly hopes that this episode can help you get through your own dark times, including as we all deal with many challenges due to COVID-19. Here are the links for Jeanette's practice and infertility group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RisingLotusCounselingServices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/RisingLotusCounselingServices/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/378515262288800/?ref=share" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SLC Infertility Support Group</a> Here is the link to Camille Johnson's podcast: <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/findingthefloor/home?fbclid=IwAR1ZEFxDZdgDnE-dKCWrWXs4xGegY8CPwTd5Nz8bbG3AYemH_UF6wx9FiCg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Finding the Floor</a> The link to the talk Carly quoted: <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/grateful-in-any-circumstances?lang=eng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Grateful In Any Circumstances by Dieter F. Uchtdorf</a>

A Light In the Darkness Episode 24 - Gratitude with Carly Robison

Mark Davis

Mark Davis is a husband, dad, and awesome DJ.  In this episode he shares with us his experiences of growing up with a dad who had a severe form of Multiple Sclerosis, that left him physically and eventually even mentally impaired. As an adult his worst fear was realized when he was also diagnosed with MS.  Mark tells the lessons he had learned from his dad, the tender mercies and miracles that have carried him, and the wonderful people who have supported him through this journey. Mark talked about a new treatment that put his MS into remission.  His doctor has unfortunately since retired, but you can find more information here.  He has had friends do the same treatment here with miraculous results, just like his. https://hsctmexico.com/ If you want to contact Mark you can email him at spindoctormd@hotmail.com

Mark Davis is a husband, dad, and awesome DJ.  In this episode he shares with us his experiences of growing up with a dad who had a severe form of Multiple Sclerosis, that left him physically and eventually even mentally impaired. As an adult his worst fear was realized when he was also diagnosed with MS.  Mark tells the lessons he had learned from his dad, the tender mercies and miracles that have carried him, and the wonderful people who have supported him through this journey. Mark talked about a new treatment that put his MS into remission.  His doctor has unfortunately since retired, but you can find more information here.  He has had friends do the same treatment here with miraculous results, just like his. <a href="https://hsctmexico.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hsctmexico.com/</a> If you want to contact Mark you can email him at spindoctormd@hotmail.com

A Light In the Darkness Episode 23 - Mark Davis

Gina Hansen

In this episode I talk to my friend Gina Hansen.  We talk about her life, family, and a miraculous experience that they all went through just about a year ago. Gina Gates Hansen was born in Richfield, Utah and grew up there until she was 12 and we moved to South Jordan, Ut. Gina grew up with 3 brothers and 3 sisters.  Gina tried school and different jobs after graduating high school, and her parents and some of her family moved to St. George. She decided to I moved there and attend college at Dixie, where she met her husband Paul. He joined the Army National Guard shortly after they were married. Gina’s husband has been deployed 2 times, and has come home safe and he works so hard for us. Together Gina and Paul have 7 kids.  They have had their ups and downs, but the gospel, Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father get them through them.

In this episode I talk to my friend Gina Hansen.  We talk about her life, family, and a miraculous experience that they all went through just about a year ago. Gina Gates Hansen was born in Richfield, Utah and grew up there until she was 12 and we moved to South Jordan, Ut. Gina grew up with 3 brothers and 3 sisters.  Gina tried school and different jobs after graduating high school, and her parents and some of her family moved to St. George. She decided to I moved there and attend college at Dixie, where she met her husband Paul. He joined the Army National Guard shortly after they were married. Gina’s husband has been deployed 2 times, and has come home safe and he works so hard for us. Together Gina and Paul have 7 kids.  They have had their ups and downs, but the gospel, Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father get them through them.

A Light In the Darkness Episode 22- Gina Hansen

Heidi Swapp

Heidi Swapp is a busy wife and mom to five amazing kids ranging from 13-23 years old. She’s the creative force behind her own brand of signature craft and memory-keeping products which can be found online and in craft stores throughout the world.  In 2015 Heidi and her family suffered a devastating loss as her 16 year old son Cory died by suicide. I have been amazed at her strength and resilience as she faced this terrible heartache in the public eye, with her large social media following rallying behind her.  Heidi has continued to share and connect, becoming an advocate for suicide prevention through community events and her podcast called Light the Fight, where she talks about how important it is to have a genuine relationship with your children.   To find resources as a parent or a teacher, or to listen to her podcast, Light the Fight, click here: https://www.lightthefight.com To contact Heidi, learn more about her story, or find information about her memory keeping products, click here: https://www.heidiswapp.com The website/app Heidi talked about, that is a great local to Utah resource for people who are feeling suicidal, or if you want to report anonymously that you are worried about someone: https://safeut.med.utah.edu Click here for more resources and the national support hotline, click here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Heidi Swapp is a busy wife and mom to five amazing kids ranging from 13-23 years old. She’s the creative force behind her own brand of signature craft and memory-keeping products which can be found online and in craft stores throughout the world.  In 2015 Heidi and her family suffered a devastating loss as her 16 year old son Cory died by suicide. I have been amazed at her strength and resilience as she faced this terrible heartache in the public eye, with her large social media following rallying behind her.  Heidi has continued to share and connect, becoming an advocate for suicide prevention through community events and her podcast called Light the Fight, where she talks about how important it is to have a genuine relationship with your children.   To find resources as a parent or a teacher, or to listen to her podcast, Light the Fight, click here: <a href="https://www.lightthefight.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lightthefight.com</a> To contact Heidi, learn more about her story, or find information about her memory keeping products, click here: <a href="https://www.heidiswapp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heidiswapp.com</a> The website/app Heidi talked about, that is a great local to Utah resource for people who are feeling suicidal, or if you want to report anonymously that you are worried about someone: <a href="https://safeut.med.utah.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://safeut.med.utah.edu</a> Click here for more resources and the national support hotline, click here: <a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org</a>

A Light In the Darkness Episode 21 - Heidi Swapp

This is a bonus episode of my A Light In the Darkness Podcast.  It has been 12 long years since my younger sister Brooke Jarrett left this earthly life. This episode is airing on her Angelversary. I wanted to talk about my sister’s story for a few reasons.  First of all, she suffered through mental health challenges for a lot of her life and ended up dying by suicide. Since that time I have wanted to honor her by trying to help end the stigma of people suffering from mental health issues, and also open up about how suicide affects family members, so that hopefully if I know anyone who is feeling suicidal, they can think of me and how HARD my life has been without my sister here with me, and know that they have someone in their life who would feel the same way. Secondly, I understand that each trial that I have been through has shaped me into who I am.  As I talk on this podcast, I draw upon my experiences to relate to my guests and my audience, and also offer thoughts and advice on how to face difficult things.  So by sharing my story I hope that those of you listening will be able to face the difficult things you are going through in your own lives as well.

This is a bonus episode of my A Light In the Darkness Podcast.  It has been 12 long years since my younger sister Brooke Jarrett left this earthly life. This episode is airing on her Angelversary. I wanted to talk about my sister’s story for a few reasons.  First of all, she suffered through mental health challenges for a lot of her life and ended up dying by suicide. Since that time I have wanted to honor her by trying to help end the stigma of people suffering from mental health issues, and also open up about how suicide affects family members, so that hopefully if I know anyone who is feeling suicidal, they can think of me and how HARD my life has been without my sister here with me, and know that they have someone in their life who would feel the same way. Secondly, I understand that each trial that I have been through has shaped me into who I am.  As I talk on this podcast, I draw upon my experiences to relate to my guests and my audience, and also offer thoughts and advice on how to face difficult things.  So by sharing my story I hope that those of you listening will be able to face the difficult things you are going through in your own lives as well.

A Light In the Darkness Episode 20 - BONUS EPISODE, Sharing About My Sister, Brooke Jarrett

Zach Spafford

In  this episode I talk to Zach Spafford about his pornography use, that started when he was just 8 years old and accidentally exposed to a magazine at a playground.  Zach tells us of his own experiences, but also shares insightful thoughts and tools he has learned along the way that can help us in many areas of our lives.  Zach is a veteran life coach with years of experience helping others improve their lives, their businesses and their families.  As a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School, a Be Bold Masters Trained and Coach Incubator inaugural class coach Zach has been able to help thousands find their way past pornography use, create the healthy relationship they want and build the confidence in his clients that they have worked for their whole lives.  Born in Boise, ID, Zach is a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who served a two year mission in the Rome Italy Mission. Zach is married to Darcy, an amazing women’s coach in her own right and together they have eight beautiful children.   Currently living near Milwaukee, WI, Zach coaches clients all over the world. You can set up a consult with him by going to zachspafford.com/workwithme to see how coaching can change your life.   To read the article Zach talked about, discussing the Atonement, and get a handout about how to discuss pornography with your kids, go to my website here: https://carlyrobison.org/2020/10/28/1713/   Find out more about Zach's coaching a program, get some free tools, and even find extra support for wives who are dealing with a husband who is overcoming pornography use, click here: https://www.zachspafford.com   Listen to Zach's Podcast here: https://www.zachspafford.com/podcast

In  this episode I talk to Zach Spafford about his pornography use, that started when he was just 8 years old and accidentally exposed to a magazine at a playground.  Zach tells us of his own experiences, but also shares insightful thoughts and tools he has learned along the way that can help us in many areas of our lives.  Zach is a veteran life coach with years of experience helping others improve their lives, their businesses and their families.    As a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School, a Be Bold Masters Trained and Coach Incubator inaugural class coach Zach has been able to help thousands find their way past pornography use, create the healthy relationship they want and build the confidence in his clients that they have worked for their whole lives.    Born in Boise, ID, Zach is a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who served a two year mission in the Rome Italy Mission. Zach is married to Darcy, an amazing women’s coach in her own right and together they have eight beautiful children.     Currently living near Milwaukee, WI, Zach coaches clients all over the world. You can set up a consult with him by going to <a href="http://zachspafford.com/workwithme" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">zachspafford.com/workwithme</a> to see how coaching can change your life.  To read the article Zach talked about, discussing the Atonement, and get a handout about how to discuss pornography with your kids, go to my website here: <a href="https://carlyrobison.org/2020/10/28/1713/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyrobison.org/2020/10/28/1713/</a> Find out more about Zach's coaching a program, get some free tools, and even find extra support for wives who are dealing with a husband who is overcoming pornography use, click here: <a href="https://www.zachspafford.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zachspafford.com</a> Listen to Zach's Podcast here: <a href="https://www.zachspafford.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zachspafford.com/podcast</a>

A Light In the Darkness Episode 19 - Zach Spafford

Heidi Hamilton

Heidi was raised by wonderful parents, Dan &amp; Patricia Potts in West Jordan, UT. She has 3 sisters, and they adopted her brother when she was about 15. Heidi went to Snow College after high school and met her husband, Jason Hamilton, who had just returned from his mission. They got married in the Salt Lake City Temple in May of 2000.  Heidi graduated from the University of Utah in 2002 with a degree in communications and business. She worked for the Forest Service for 8 years before she had my first baby, and then became a stay-at-home mom. Heidi and Jason now have 6 children. She enjoys being a mother and wife. She also enjoys reading, trail running, hiking, triathlons, family history, digital scrapbooking, and traveling. In this episode Heidi Hamilton then tells us about her sweet son Link.  She talks about all of the tender mercies that came from his short life, and shares about him ultimately passing away suddenly due to Sudden Unexplained Infant Death, or SIDS. Heidi gives us some of the strategies she uses in her life as she has dealt with grief and heartache over losing her sweet baby boy, and trying to help her family heal from such a devastating loss.   You can reach out to Heidi through her email at sunkist64@hotmail.com   To read more about Link's story read Heidi's blog here: http://jhhamiltonhappenings.blogspot.com/p/links-story.html?m=1   To learn more about SIDS or support their research efforts, click here: https://www.sids.org/   The talk Heidi shared that changed her perspective: https://devotionalarchive.byuh.edu/node/332.html   To learn more or donate to the Ronald McDonald house in Utah click here: https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/abf36fa8-4e83-4397-b7f5-062090a878ec   To learn more or donate to the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia click here: https://www.philarmh.org/donate/   To learn more about the Family History Work the Hampton's do on Link's angelversary click here: https://www.familysearch.org/en/

Heidi was raised by wonderful parents, Dan &amp; Patricia Potts in West Jordan, UT. She has 3 sisters, and they adopted her brother when she was about 15. Heidi went to Snow College after high school and met her husband, Jason Hamilton, who had just returned from his mission. They got married in the Salt Lake City Temple in May of 2000.  Heidi graduated from the University of Utah in 2002 with a degree in communications and business. She worked for the Forest Service for 8 years before she had my first baby, and then became a stay-at-home mom. Heidi and Jason now have 6 children. She enjoys being a mother and wife. She also enjoys reading, trail running, hiking, triathlons, family history, digital scrapbooking, and traveling. In this episode Heidi Hamilton then tells us about her sweet son Link.  She talks about all of the tender mercies that came from his short life, and shares about him ultimately passing away suddenly due to Sudden Unexplained Infant Death, or SIDS. Heidi gives us some of the strategies she uses in her life as she has dealt with grief and heartache over losing her sweet baby boy, and trying to help her family heal from such a devastating loss. You can reach out to Heidi through her email at sunkist64@hotmail.com To read more about Link's story read Heidi's blog here: <a href="http://jhhamiltonhappenings.blogspot.com/p/links-story.html?m=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://jhhamiltonhappenings.blogspot.com/p/links-story.html?m=1</a> To learn more about SIDS or support their research efforts, click here: <a href="https://www.sids.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sids.org/</a> The talk Heidi shared that changed her perspective: <a href="https://devotionalarchive.byuh.edu/node/332.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://devotionalarchive.byuh.edu/node/332.html</a> To learn more or donate to the Ronald McDonald house in Utah click here: <a href="https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/abf36fa8-4e83-4397-b7f5-062090a878ec" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/abf36fa8-4e83-4397-b7f5-062090a878ec</a> To learn more or donate to the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia click here: <a href="https://www.philarmh.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.philarmh.org/donate/</a> To learn more about the Family History Work the Hampton's do on Link's angelversary click here: <a href="https://www.familysearch.org/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familysearch.org/en/</a>

A Light In the Darkness Episode18 - Heidi Hamilton

Carly Robison from A Light in the Darkness shares tips and strategies to get through dark times in your life, in a way that will help you to use them to become BETTER instead of BITTER.  She and her guests will give specific lessons on how they got through their trials, or live with them as they stick around for long periods of time.  You will find strength, hope, love, and a better understanding of why God allows us to suffer.  This is a Christian podcast, using faith based principles as a way to find light in your own personal darkness.

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