Beyond the Crown: Overcoming Challenges with Faith and Courage with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell & Charles Good | The Good Leadership Podcast #159

Today we are joined by Dr. Debbye Turner Bell. Dr. Debbye Turner Bell is a veterinarian, author, journalist, corporate trainer, and motivational speaker. She gained national recognition as Miss America 1990 and has since built a diverse career that includes being a minister and thought leader. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Turner Bell speaks on various topics, including leadership, communication, and overcoming challenges. In this episode, Dr. Debbye Turner Bell discusses her journey of maintaining authenticity and faith amidst the pressures of her title. She shares the pivotal role her mother played in keeping her grounded, the immense challenges she faced, and how she balanced the expectations of her role. Dr. Debbye then delves into the period of depression post-Miss America, the loss of her mother, and her transition from veterinary ambitions to a television career. Additionally, she offers insights into her personal life, including her marriage, motherhood, and her ongoing faith journey. An inspirational account of perseverance, faith, and finding one's true purpose. - Website and live online programs: http://ims-online.com Blog: https://blog.ims-online.com/ Podcast: https://ims-online.com/podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesagood/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgood99 Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:23) (Tip) Maintaining Faith During Miss America (04:19) (Tool) Challenges of the Miss America Year (08:07) (Tip) Mother's Illness and Spiritual Growth (13:19) (Tool) Transition to Television Career (22:30) (Technique) Finding Love and Family (28:19) Conclusion