21. Tammy Peterson: Miracles, conversion and being married to Jordan
Jun 4, 2024
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Tammy Peterson discusses her miraculous recovery from cancer, recent conversion to Catholicism, and witnessing a growing interest in faith due to her husband's work. They talk about faith amid health crises, navigating fame, the power of prayer through the rosary, and her transformative spiritual journey.
Tammy's miraculous recovery from terminal cancer led to her conversion to Catholicism, showcasing the transformative power of faith in times of crisis.
The importance of prayer and surrender in sustaining marriage and family through difficult times was emphasized by Tammy, indicating the role of faith in relationships.
Tammy's unexpected healing after a 'fat challenge' brought renewed hope and courage, illustrating the profound impact of faith on personal growth and healing.
Deep dives
Tammy's Journey to Faith Through Health Crisis
Facing a terminal diagnosis from a rare kidney cancer, Tammy's journey to faith was precipitated by her health crisis in 2019. After being received into the Catholic Church at Easter, Cancer Free, she reflected on surrendering to God as she realized the weight of the world lifted off her shoulders when saying to her son that only God knows when one will die.
Queenie's Support Through Prayer
During her hospitalization and ongoing health challenges, Tammy had a friend, Queenie, who visited daily to pray the rosary with her. Queenie, teaching Tammy the mysteries and stories behind each prayer, continued their prayer sessions for weeks, comforting Tammy during her recovery. The rosary provided a sense of rhythm and meditation during a challenging time.
Hope Amidst Uncertainty and Unexpected Healing
Tammy shared a hopeful prophecy with her husband Jordan amidst health struggles, predicting resolution by their anniversary in August. Despite medical hurdles and unsuccessful attempts to find a leak in her lymph system, an unexpected turn of events led to a miraculous healing on the day of their anniversary, providing a glimpse of hope and unexpected recovery.
Miraculous Healing and Deepened Faith
Tammy recounts her miraculous healing after doing a 'fat challenge' that led to doctors declaring her healed. This experience deepened her faith, enabling her to attempt new things and have faith in herself. Her husband, Jordan Peterson, discusses her newfound faith and the significant changes he observed in her, indicating a transformation towards a more courageous and confident self.
Family Challenges and the Role of Faith
The family faced challenges, including Jordan's health struggles due to anti-anxiety medication addiction. Tammy emphasizes the significance of practicing prayer and surrender, highlighting how these practices sustained their marriage and family through difficult times. Their faith journey led to a renewal, with both Tammy and her daughter Mikayla embarking on a path towards Catholicism, showcasing the transformative power of faith in navigating life's uncertainties.
The last few years have been a rollercoaster ride of fame, controversy, serious illness and surprising faith for Tammy and Jordan Peterson.
In this extended interview Tammy talks to Justin Brierley about her miraculous recovery from terminal cancer, her recent conversion to Catholicism and the growing interest in faith she is witnessing though the work of her well-known psychologist husband.