From Dreams to Reality: Susan Binkley's Journey with Blue Monarch
Episode Overview
Susan Binkley's journey from artist to founder of Blue Monarch. The role of faith and divine intervention in overcoming challenges. Importance of serving rather than fixing people. Healing and transformation of women and children at Blue Monarch. Encouraging women to find their passion and purpose.
Your job is to serve, not fix, and to love, not judge
Imagine a dream so vivid it could change not just your life, but the lives of countless others. That's exactly what happened to Susan Binkley, the founder of Blue Monarch. In this episode of She Surrenders, Susan shares her incredible journey from an artist and horse farm owner to the founder of a sanctuary for women and children in recovery.
It all began with a powerful dream in 1995, which detailed the creation of Blue Monarch, a place that would eventually help over a thousand women and children since its doors opened in 2003. Despite having no experience in recovery work, Susan's faith and determination led her to overcome numerous challenges. Her story is filled with moments of divine intervention, from writing a business plan in three hours to securing a million-dollar property in just ten months.
Susan's honesty about her initial reluctance and her eventual obedience to what she believed was God's calling is both humbling and inspiring. She candidly discusses the struggles and joys of running Blue Monarch, including the burnout she experienced in 2012 and the valuable lesson she learned about serving rather than fixing people. The episode is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and transformation.
If you're looking for a story that will uplift your spirits and remind you of the miracles that can happen when you follow your calling, this episode is a must-listen.