When Carole Leathem’s husband, Bill, first began his battle with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, she had no idea years of rejection and identity issues would come to a head. After all, when you’re the wife of a senior pastor, there are certain expectations that come with it. Imperfection and mental illness are not among them. Managing depression in marriage and setting relationship boundaries brought pain, uncertainty, and rejection, which were nearly unbearable. Whenever Carole surrendered to God, he showed up time and time again. As Carole searched...
Posted by Carole Leathem on 12/31/2023
Many of us share our own stories of anxiety and depression, but today we’re talking about mental health issues from the perspective of a caregiver. My friend Carole Leathem has bravely shared her story of caring for her husband, a pastor with debilitating mental health issues, and the joy the Lord has offered in His faithfulness to her. Whether you are the caregiver or you know a friend who is, you’ll be encouraged as you listen today. ...
Posted by Carole Leathem on 12/31/2023
A Virtual Wellness Workshop for Women in Ministry & Medicine Who? This workshop is designed for women in the following fields: Vocational Ministry – Pastoral Staff, Missionaries and Spiritual DirectorsLay LeadersBusiness Leaders & EntrepreneursNon-Profit LeadersPhysiciansNurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and NursesOther Medical ProfessionalsMental Health ProfessionalsLife & Health CoachesAspiring LeadersWhat? Small-group, soul care workshop, tailored to the needs of the participants, covering the following topics: HEALING PAST TRAUMAS AND PATTERNSINTEGRATING WORK-LIFE-FAMILY...
Posted by Cynthia Libert, M.D. on 08/18/2023
The Joy Prescription is a wellness community and support network for Christian women leaders in ministry and medicine. Our community is for women in the following fields: Vocational Ministry – Pastoral Staff, Missionaries and Spiritual Directors Lay Leaders Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs Non-Profit Leaders Physicians Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and Nurses Other Medical Professionals Mental Health Professionals Life & Health Coaches Aspiring Leaders Our mission is to equip one another with the knowledge, practical tools...
Posted by Cynthia Libert, M.D. on 08/18/2023
On this 50 minute radio show hosted in Denmark with a listenership of 25,000, 40% of whom are in the US, Sue Bowles and Louisa 'Wizzi' Magnussen talk about life's traumas and what it takes to not only survive but even thrive after healing from it. Sharing more about the Dare to Believe Movement, Sue candidly shares her story, what she has learned, and the deep healing God has brought to her life when she 'took a risk on love.' Nestled within the radio show is a 6 song playlist personally selected by Sue to supplement the message, featuring music from a variety of Christian...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 08/01/2023
Sue Bowles joins us to share how letting down our mask and being more transparent is a decision to choose courage. Sue also shares about the newly launched 'Dare to Believe Movement,' challenging the listener to answer the question 'do you believe that you matter?' ...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 02/18/2023
One question, and your answer makes all the difference! Do you believe that you matter? What would it look like to operate in the truth that God not only loves you, He likes you, and is absolutely head over heels in love with you?! Permanent, God-honoring change does not occur until this question is settled in your heart. Life events can cast doubt on the answer, feeling disqualified. At the crossroads of hurt and healing is Hope, and hope comes from settling the question once and for all. As ‘Chief Instigator’ of the newly launched Dare to Believe Movement, Sue invites the audience...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 01/18/2023
Sue Bowles joins the podcast to share her story of hurts that left her feeling beyond help. Sue describes a “nagging optimism” that kept her going, even when she wanted to give up and end her own life. Sue is the author of "This Much I Know...The Space Between," a book where she shares her pursuit of healing from childhood sexual abuse and other traumas resulting in an eating disorder, constantly struggling to answer the question "Why?" Grace Story has booked Sue to be a Story Teller at the November 2025 Conference in Cincinnati, OH. ...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 12/19/2022
Evelyn Leite, MHR, LPC, is a survivor of abuse, anxiety and depression who is now 41 years sober with 28 years of experience in the addiction and mental health fields. During this interview with host, Marnie Swedberg, she shares openly and with purpose about: Living through depression, brain fog and confusionHow surrendering to God’s love changes everythingWhy wounded women compartmentalize (and how to help them ??become whole??)Helping women see they are OK (that the "stuff" simply is not theirs)The soul-destroying habit of self-blame and how to help your women finally...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 11/02/2022
Join us as we talk authentic, maskless living, breaking free of the masks we wear trying to make others believe we have no problems. ...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 10/18/2022
Angela Donadio interviews licensed counselor, Evelyn Leite, about how she survived the pain of a deeply troubled upbringing, an abusive husband, and her own battle with alcoholism, to make peace with Jesus. She dedicated her life to helping families understand and heal from the terminal illness of alcoholism and addiction, bringing 35 years of expertise as a chemical dependency and mental health counselor. Gain tools to empower others to overcome obstacles, depression, anxiety and live with restored dignity. ...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 09/26/2022
Mental health is a pressing social concern in America. The symptoms, when untreated, destroy lives, tear families apart, and leave our children with deep emotional scars. Abuse, addiction, depression, divorce, and debt are just a few of the outcomes stemming from psychological problems and the inability to maintain stable relationships. Author and counselor Evelyn Leite is the founder of Living with Solutions and A Center for Training and Restoration. Evelyn has 25 years of experience in the addiction and mental health fields. She is highly regarded for her seminars in multicultural...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 09/26/2022