Faith Matters Joy is Our Birthright—Astrid Tuminez at Restore
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Aug 3, 2025 Explore the incredible journey of a university president from a small village in the Philippines to prestigious heights. Hear about her transformative quest for joy, blending elements from both Buddhism and the Book of Mormon. She shares heartfelt insights on navigating grief and finding grace in everyday moments. The message resonates even deeper in light of personal loss, emphasizing that joy is our essential birthright. It's a powerful reminder of how compassion and mindfulness can illuminate our paths through life's complexities.
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Early Life and Faith Formation
- Astrid was born in a small Philippine village and raised in slums where a nun helped her access a free convent school education.
- Her early Catholic faith was strict, instilling fear of a punishing God, yet it provided her foundational scaffolding for faith.
Faith Journey into LDS Church
- Astrid joined the LDS church at age 10 and was baptized after giving up beer drinking habits.
- She struggled with LDS culture but was transformed by faith and hopeful it could make her life meaningful.
Defining Self-Worth Independently
- As a working mother, Astrid was condemned by her bishop for having a nanny, deeply hurting her sense of worth.
- She resolved never to let others' opinions define her value again, praying through the pain.
