HOPE BLVD Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:02 -0400 https://HopeBlvd.org en-us © 2026 HOPE BLVD yes Support this Podcast fbe7cd64-1084-54c8-a319-ca099fc24c11 Geri Carlson episodic false I was suddenly paralyzed and nobody knew why. Through honest storytelling, I share real-life experiences to encourage others through challenging seasons in life, and discuss ways to keep moving forward, even when life feels heavy. 


I'm grateful to report I am walking today (with a cane) and as determined as ever to thrive through life. I share life-changing moments, including some miracles, with a sincere and sometimes lighthearted spirit (laughter is good medicine). And I speak openly about my faith, sharing how God's Word is my moral compass.


Hope Blvd is a journey of hope, faith, and determination. 


There is always hope. Always. 


Geri Carlson


GeriCarlson.com 

HopeBlvd.org 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Geri Carlson https://storage.buzzsprout.com/tygf2emn7y4rf3ud2k1petlv6f0l?.jpg HOPE BLVD https://HopeBlvd.org Keeping Our Focus And Knowing There Is Always Hope Keeping Our Focus And Knowing There Is Always Hope Keeping our focus is important for moving forward in...life.  In this episode of HOPE BLVD, Geri shares how she kept her focus while paralyzed in the hospital and at home, which also includes her life verse. Geri Carlson is known for sharing her message: There is always hope. Always. 

Join her as she discusses her journey of hope, faith, and determination. And see what her young granddaughter shared with her months before falling ill. 


Romans 15:13 (NKJV) --  "Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."


Philippians 4:8 (NASB) --  "Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute [admirable], if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things." 

(Also see Philippians 4:6-9) 



Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Keeping our focus is important for moving forward in...life.  In this episode of HOPE BLVD, Geri shares how she kept her focus while paralyzed in the hospital and at home, which also includes her life verse. Geri Carlson is known for sharing her message: There is always hope. Always. 

Join her as she discusses her journey of hope, faith, and determination. And see what her young granddaughter shared with her months before falling ill. 


Romans 15:13 (NKJV) --  "Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."


Philippians 4:8 (NASB) --  "Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute [admirable], if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things." 

(Also see Philippians 4:6-9) 



Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> https://HopeBlvd.org Geri Carlson Buzzsprout-19482684 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1110 focus, there is always hope, joy, faith, paralysis, paralysis recovery, variegate porphyria, dysautonomia, small fiber neuropathy, hard things, dwell, pivot, full false Enduring Hope In Some Of The Lowest Moments; and Caregivers Enduring Hope In Some Of The Lowest Moments; and Caregivers Recovering from paralysis and surviving porphyria, Geri Carlson shares her message of hope. There is always hope. 

A journey of hope, faith, and determination. 


Givlaari:  https://www.alnylam.com 

Geri's book (2007):  https://IStandAmazed.com 


Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Recovering from paralysis and surviving porphyria, Geri Carlson shares her message of hope. There is always hope. 

A journey of hope, faith, and determination. 


Givlaari:  https://www.alnylam.com 

Geri's book (2007):  https://IStandAmazed.com 


Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Geri Carlson Buzzsprout-19450539 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1355 hope, there is always hope, Hope Blvd, paralysis, recovery, faith, inspiration, endure, Givlaari, porphyria, variegate porphyria, UPA, rare disease, full false Making a Mindset Shift - The Start of Something Good Making a Mindset Shift - The Start of Something Good Thanks for listening! 

If you like what you hear, please give a thumbs up. And share!  :) 


The Goodness Of God
CeCe Winans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y81yIo1_3o8 

Automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) 
Dr. Henry Cloud
Clinical Psychologist & Author 
https://youtu.be/1OwV1rleITg?si=FR88AU79aSoClMts 


Scriptures: 

"...and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."  (Philippians 4:7, NKJV)

"We are destroying arguments and all arrogance raised against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ,..."  (2 Corinthians 5:10, NASB).

"...Weeping may endure for a night,
But joy comes in the morning."  (Psalm 30:5, NKJV) 

Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Thanks for listening! 

If you like what you hear, please give a thumbs up. And share!  :) 


The Goodness Of God
CeCe Winans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y81yIo1_3o8 

Automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) 
Dr. Henry Cloud
Clinical Psychologist & Author 
https://youtu.be/1OwV1rleITg?si=FR88AU79aSoClMts 


Scriptures: 

"...and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."  (Philippians 4:7, NKJV)

"We are destroying arguments and all arrogance raised against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ,..."  (2 Corinthians 5:10, NASB).

"...Weeping may endure for a night,
But joy comes in the morning."  (Psalm 30:5, NKJV) 

Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Geri Carlson Buzzsprout-19410526 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1036 full false The Key to Perseverance The Key to Perseverance There is always hope. Always.

Persevering through near death and paralysis, preparing my mind for lengthy hospital stays and pain and suffering was vitally important.

Also, my dying orchid seemed to have some strong determination of its own. And my beautiful friend helped me and my orchid move forward.

Talk to God. 

Matthew 7:7  “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."

Episode 02 

Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> There is always hope. Always.

Persevering through near death and paralysis, preparing my mind for lengthy hospital stays and pain and suffering was vitally important.

Also, my dying orchid seemed to have some strong determination of its own. And my beautiful friend helped me and my orchid move forward.

Talk to God. 

Matthew 7:7  “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."

Episode 02 

Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Geri Carlson Buzzsprout-19330877 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0400 957 hope, faith, suffering, perseverance, mindset, paralysis recovery, rare disease, porphyria, full false Journey of Hope, Faith, and Determination (Ep01) Journey of Hope, Faith, and Determination (Ep01) I suddenly became paralyzed from the neck down and nobody knew why. I spent 8 months in the hospital. I was a medical mystery. After exhaustive research from a tertiary hospital, I learned I have a genetic rare blood disorder called Porphyria. My type is called Variegate Porphyria, a form of Acute Hepatic Porphyria. Symptoms during an attack for me begin with excruciating abdominal pain, neurological issues and nausea.

I had one setback after another. I was admitted to ICU multiple times, with near-death experiences. I was told there was no hope. My family was told to prepare to say goodbye to me. I couldn't be more grateful for them and their unyielding love and support! They were finally able to bring me home.

I was paralyzed for nearly a year and had to relearn everything all over again. I still have some residual issues, but I remain determined.

Life is hard for all of us sometimes. As my journey unfolds, I'm sharing my story, discussing how I continued to persevere, and to show that there is always hope.


Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> I suddenly became paralyzed from the neck down and nobody knew why. I spent 8 months in the hospital. I was a medical mystery. After exhaustive research from a tertiary hospital, I learned I have a genetic rare blood disorder called Porphyria. My type is called Variegate Porphyria, a form of Acute Hepatic Porphyria. Symptoms during an attack for me begin with excruciating abdominal pain, neurological issues and nausea.

I had one setback after another. I was admitted to ICU multiple times, with near-death experiences. I was told there was no hope. My family was told to prepare to say goodbye to me. I couldn't be more grateful for them and their unyielding love and support! They were finally able to bring me home.

I was paralyzed for nearly a year and had to relearn everything all over again. I still have some residual issues, but I remain determined.

Life is hard for all of us sometimes. As my journey unfolds, I'm sharing my story, discussing how I continued to persevere, and to show that there is always hope.


Support the show

https://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.

https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. 

https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. 


]]> Geri Carlson Buzzsprout-19332744 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 912 full false