Ep 40: Beauty Born from Struggle: Sarah Faulkner's Journey from Near-Death to Purpose-Driven Business

About this episode

Sarah Faulkner shares her journey from surviving a brain aneurysm to founding a purpose-driven business, Milk Velvet Pearls.

What happens when your greatest struggle becomes your greatest calling? Sarah Faulkner knows firsthand. In 2019, Sarah survived what doctors called an "unsurvivable" brain aneurysm rupture—a miracle she credits entirely to the power of prayer. But her story of purpose began years earlier when she founded Milk Velvet Pearls, a faith-inspired jewelry brand built on the beautiful truth that God can turn our deepest pain into something precious. In this powerful episode of Mommas Who Lead, host Laura Caroffino sits down with Sarah to explore: • How a near-death experience clarified her divine purpose • The inspiration behind Milk Velvet Pearls and why pearls symbolize transformation • Practical strategies for integrating faith into business authentically • Balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood and marriage • The journey of writing her memoir "The Making of a Pearl" • Wisdom for women who feel called to something greater Sarah's story is a testament to God's faithfulness and a roadmap for any woman who believes her struggles have purpose. Whether you're building a business, walking through a difficult season, or simply seeking to understand how God can use your pain for His…

People in this episode

Host: Laura Caroffino

Guest: Sarah Faulkner

Topics covered

• near-death experience
• faith in business
• entrepreneurship
• motherhood
• personal transformation
• overcoming struggle

Keywords

• brain aneurysm
• faith-inspired business
• entrepreneurship
• personal growth
• women empowerment
• jewelry brand

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Milk Velvet Pearls

Books & works: The Making of a Pearl

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