Relationship Truth: Unfiltered
Relationship Truth: Unfiltered
Leslie Vernick
Surviving the Unthinkable: Michelle Hord's Story of Resilience
39 minutes Posted Oct 7, 2024 at 7:00 am.
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In this episode of Relationship Truth Unfiltered, Leslie Vernick interviews Michelle Hord, a former producer of Good Morning America. Michelle shares her heartbreaking yet inspiring story of losing her daughter Gabrielle at the hands of her soon-to-be ex-husband and her journey of resilience and faith thereafter.  
The Tragic Event
Description of the tragic event involving Michelle's daughter, Gabrielle.
Emotional and psychological impact on Michelle and her family.
Life Before the Tragedy
Insights into Michelle's marriage and reasons for the divorce.
Discussion about emotional abuse and its impact.
Gabrielle's Personality
Michelle's memories of Gabrielle.
Gabrielle's character and memorable traits.
The Night of the Tragedy
Details of the night Gabrielle's life was taken.
Michelle’s immediate reactions and actions following the event.
Immediate Aftermath
Steps Michelle took following the tragedy.
The support system that helped her through the initial shock.
Regaining Power and Faith
Michelle’s journey to regain her power and sense of self.
Her process of rebuilding faith and resilience.
Book Discussion: The Other Side of Yet
Introduction of Michelle’s book.
Explanation of the book’s title and central themes.
Defiant Faith
Discussion on the concept of defiant faith.
How Michelle has embraced defiance against evil and adversity.
Support Systems
Importance of having a strong support system during crises.
Examples of how Michelle’s friends supported her through difficult times.
Gabrielle’s Wings Foundation
Overview of the Gabrielle’s Wings Foundation.
The mission and activities of the foundation to honor Gabrielle’s legacy.
Conclusion and Prayer
Closing thoughts from Leslie and Michelle.
Prayer for listeners facing their own battles with evil and hardship.
Additional Details:
Links and Resources:
Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Gabrielle’s Wings Foundation Website
Purchase Michelle Hord’s Book 
Michelle Hord's Website
Leslie Vernick’s Free Quick Start Guide
Social Media Contacts:
Follow Leslie Vernick on Instagram and Facebook
Follow Gabrielle’s Wings on Instagram and Facebook
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