Ep. 12 - Beyond Grief: How To Lead with Heart, Take the Leap, and Trust with Lisa Murphy
Release Date: 02/05/2025
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Ep. 12 - Beyond Grief: How To Lead with Heart, Take the Leap, and Trust with Lisa Murphy
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info_outlineWhat if the greatest purpose of your life was born from your deepest pain?
In this episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces dives into the power of purpose, authenticity, and courageous leadership. Special guest Lisa Murphy, founder of Open Hearts for Orphans, shares her poignant story of resilience, love, and the transformative power of community.
Lisa Murphy never planned to build a nonprofit. She never expected to adopt five children. And she certainly didn’t anticipate the heartbreak that would change everything.
But when faced with loss, she had a choice: let it define her or let it drive her.
Listen as Lisa discusses her personal journey through adoption, the birth and evolution of purpose, and how her nonprofit is making a difference in the lives of abandoned and at-risk children. Discover how Lisa's experiences, including profound loss and deep faith, have shaped her mission and inspired others to say 'yes' to extraordinary change.
This episode tackles themes of legacy, the impact of small steps, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive community. Don't miss out on this heartwarming and motivational conversation.
🎧 In this episode:
• 01:38 Heartbreak and Resilience
• 05:33 Legacy and Continued Mission
• 08:44 Navigating Adoption Challenges
• 12:05 Support Systems and Community
• 17:22 Adoption Myths and Realities
• 30:26 Finding Your Place in the Nonprofit World
• 31:05 The Power of Community and Partnerships
• 39:07 Starting and Sustaining a Nonprofit
💡 Key Takeaways:
- Lisa Murphy’s journey began with personal loss and evolved into a powerful mission. Through Open Hearts for Orphans, she has helped transform the lives of abandoned and at-risk children in the U.S. and abroad, proving that purpose often emerges from life’s greatest challenges.
- The loss of their son, Daniel, was deeply painful, yet his impact inspired them to continue their advocacy, showing that even in loss, love and purpose can grow.
- Open Hearts for Orphans started as a grassroots initiative and now provides medical intervention, adoption assistance, and basic needs for children worldwide. Lisa’s story reminds us that small actions create powerful ripple effects.
- Lisa’s journey is a testament to living with authenticity, leading with courage, and trusting the unknown. She encourages others to take small, meaningful steps toward their purpose, knowing that even a single “yes” can change lives.
You’ve already done the quo—now it’s time to go beyond.
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📩 Connect with Lisa Murphy:
• LinkedIn: @ company/open-hearts-for-orphans
• Website: openheartsfororphans.org
• Instagram: @openheartsfororphansorg