Imagine sitting on a plane and getting the worse news of your life: your wife is being rushed to the hospital. You can’t get off the plane; you can’t call anyone… what do you do? In today’s episode our guest, Eric Baker, joins us and tells us about the unforgettable day that changed his life forever. We hear how he copes with losing his wife in a way he never imagined, what makes him feel helpless and hopeful, and what he needs others to understand about his family’s situation. Don’t miss Eric’s heartfelt advice for anyone dealing with a loss or trauma.

Episode Highlights:

[2:45] “They wouldn’t let me off the plane.” Eric tells us about an “unforgettable day” that he had with his wife.

[6:11] “It was truly one of those moments in my life when I couldn’t change anything.”

[7:30] “They weren’t telling me what was going on.” Feeling mad at God, and stranded away from his family, Eric struggles to cope with a scary situation.

[10:20] After finally managing to get back to his wife, Eric comes to a stark realization. “It was quite a burden to hold everyone else up while you’re crumbling inside.”

[14:02] “I had these plans to enjoy our life again… that all changed.”  Eric tells us what it feels like to ‘lose’ the wife he knew when he didn’t actually lose his wife at all.

[17:55] Eric displays his vulnerability as he talks about what it is like to feel helpless as a husband and unable to help his wife.

[21:32] “They see the wear and tear it’s taking.” Despite the pain, anger, and sadness, Eric continues to feel well-loved, and he shares what that looks like for him.

[24:24] Eric responds to the quote “God doesn’t waste our pain,” and how it makes him feel. “I’ll never be thankful for the things I’ve gone through.”

[28:54] Hear the “real and raw” of what Eric has experienced and felt during this entire ordeal. If you have friends or family who are struggling with life circumstances, this will help you understand their pain. 

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