From Trauma to Triumph: Karin Thompson’s Journey of Forgiveness and Hope
On a recent episode of Life Unscripted, I had the honor of interviewing Karin Thompson, an author, speaker, and woman of unwavering faith. Her life story is powerful and a testament to the strength of the human spirit, the grace of God, and the miracle of healing.
Karin’s memoir, My Journey to Enjoy My Life: After the Pain, There Is a Better Life Waiting for You, dives into the depths of childhood trauma and climbs toward the light of redemption and joy. Her willingness to open up about the abuse she endured growing up—both physical and emotional—offers validation and courage to those who may still be sitting in silence.
“I wrote the book because I felt a stirring,” she said. “People don’t need things sugarcoated anymore. They need help. They need real answers.”
Through faith, Karin found the strength to forgive—not because it was easy or even something she wanted to do, but because healing demanded it. “God didn’t ask me to forgive as a suggestion. It was a commandment,” she shared. And when she finally said the words, “I forgive,” everything changed. Her body began to heal, her spirit began to rise, and her life took on a new direction.
What struck me most during our conversation was how closely her story mirrored my own. Though our paths were different, we both carried wounds from childhood. We both turned to faith not as a religious act, but as a lifeline. That deep connection we felt through shared experiences—through pain, forgiveness, and finding purpose—made this episode incredibly special.
Beyond her memoir, Karin has authored multiple romance novels, each woven with themes of healing, resilience, and hope. Her latest novel, My Best Friend’s Secret, explores family secrets, betrayal, and the power of truth. Even in fiction, Karin finds a way to minister to the heart.
She’s not done yet—Karin continues to lead women’s groups, write, and encourage others to go deeper in their relationship with God. “You are worth getting healed,” she told listeners. “Don’t settle for second best. You owe it to yourself to love yourself.”
And I couldn’t agree more.
🌿 Final Thoughts
If you’re carrying pain from your past and wondering if healing is possible, let Karin’s story be the hope you need. Forgiveness is not a one-time event. It’s a process. But it’s one worth taking.
As Karin beautifully put it: “Put your big girl boots on, throw your shoulders back, and say, ‘It’s my time now.’”
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