From Soccer Star to Double Lung Transplant Miracle: Nicole’s Inspiring Story of Faith, Resilience & Motherhood

In this deeply moving episode of the Bible Chat Podcast, Nicole shares her powerful journey from a passionate 7-year-old soccer player to a collegiate athlete facing a devastating lupus diagnosis during her senior year.

Her story takes us through unimaginable valleys: severe pulmonary hypertension, right heart failure, and ultimately a life-saving double lung transplant in 2008.

We explore the emotional weight of receiving the gift of life—the paradox of gratitude mixed with survivor’s guilt—the unwavering support of her husband Josh, and post-transplant challenges including PTSD and chronic rejection.

Nicole also shares the breathtaking miracle of adopting her son Noah amid the uncertainties of COVID-19.

Today, she is thriving with 40% lung function, deadlifting 205 lbs at 110 lbs bodyweight, and running her own business, Mindful Fitness with Nicole, helping others strengthen body, mind, and soul.

This episode reminds us that nothing is impossible with God.
If you're facing chronic illness, waiting on a transplant, walking through grief, or simply needing hope, Nicole’s journey will inspire you.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Welcome
00:23 Early Love for Soccer
01:10 College Soccer & First Warning Signs
03:21 Pushing Through Symptoms
05:49 Lupus Diagnosis
08:35 Life & Love with Lupus
10:17 Heart Failure
12:19 Road to Transplant
18:40 Choosing Stanford
22:05 Waiting in California
34:54 Renewed Hope
35:50 The Transplant Call
36:12 The Gift of Life
37:02 Recovery & PTSD
38:30 Faith & Mindset
40:57 Support & Toxic Positivity
47:39 Chronic Rejection
53:26 Adoption Journey
59:21 Welcoming Noah
01:01:46 Living with Purpose
01:05:36 Final Reflections

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✨ God is still performing miracles!

Links

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Follow Nicole: @mindfulfitnesswithnicole

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