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We’re wrapping up season 4 with a little life update, sharing some of the transitions we’ve been navigating lately, reflecting on the amazing guests and conversations from this season, and talking about what’s ahead. We’re so grateful for this community and all of your support. Thanks for being here with us. We’re excited for what’s coming next!

Amber Abila joins us to share her experience with binge eating and the turning point that shifted her relationship with food. After years of trying different approaches without lasting change, she began to explore the patterns and beliefs underneath it all, and found a different way forward. In this conversation, we talk about what it can look like to feel more at peace with food, rebuild trust with yourself, and move away from the cycle of restriction and overeating. An interesting and encouraging conversation for anyone navigating their relationship with food and themselves.    Connect with Amber: Free gift: Stop a Binge Before it Starts (guided audio) https://www.theconfidenteater.org/urge-guest   Podcast: Become a Confident Eater https://www.theconfidenteater.org/podcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconfidenteater_/

In Part 2 of our conversation, Audra Phelps shares more of her family story, from moving abroad with her children to navigating marriage and motherhood after a major faith transition.     As her beliefs shifted, so did the foundation of her life, leading her to reexamine long-held choices and what she wanted moving forward. Audra opens up about the uncertainty, growth, and honest conversations that come with redefining a relationship while raising a family and living in a completely new environment.     This is a thoughtful look at what it means to move forward when everything changes—and how to navigate what comes next. A conversation for anyone learning to trust themselves again.   Visit this link for access to a free Masterclass with Audra. Connect with Audra on Instagram @mamaaudraofficial where she supports moms leaving mormonism, and online at mamaaudra.com.

In Part 1 of our conversation, Audra Phelps shares her journey of leaving the LDS church and the years of internal struggle that followed. After moving abroad with her family, she began to question long-held beliefs and navigate what it means to step away from a faith that shaped her identity, relationships, and sense of motherhood. She opens up about the loneliness, grief, and uncertainty that can come with a faith transition, and the challenge of rebuilding identity when everything once felt clearly defined. This is a thoughtful conversation about loss, deconstruction, and beginning to rediscover who you are. Part 2 continues Audra’s story as she reflects on marriage, motherhood in an empty nest season, and navigating decisions about her relationship after her faith transition. If you’re navigating a similar path, you can connect with Audra on Instagram @mamaaudraofficial, where she supports moms leaving Mormonism and other high-demand religions, and at mamaaudra.com.

Laura joins us to share her powerful story of struggle, loss, and ultimately, transformation. From early challenges and heartbreak to years of addiction that led to incarceration, Laura opens up about the moments that shaped her path and what finally led her to The Other Side Academy. In this conversation, Laura reflects on the turning points that helped her begin again, the work of rebuilding relationships, and how she found purpose on the other side of her hardest seasons. Now serving as a mentor at The Other Side Academy, she’s helping others walk their own path to healing. This is a raw, honest, and hopeful story about resilience, second chances, and the possibility of change.   Find Laura on Instagram @lauraleeostler   Learn more about The Other Side Academy here.

Chantelle - a blended family coach, entrepreneur, and mom of 10 - joins us to share her unique journey through divorce, remarriage, and creating a deeply connected blended family. Chantelle opens up about what it really takes to navigate the complexities of a blended family life and build something strong and intentional.     We talk about her experience blending families, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the framework she now uses to help other couples do the same. This is a fun, insightful, and honest conversation about love, second chances, and creating connections in unexpected ways.   Find Chantelle and her coaching info on Instagram @wifeofjustus

In Part 2 of our conversation, Amy Roy shares the next chapter of her story - navigating marriage, motherhood, and the reality of her husband being gay, which ultimately led to their divorce.   After the sudden loss of her mother, Amy enters a deep faith crisis, reexamining everything she once believed. She also faces addiction, recovery, and major life transitions. Through it all, she reflects on rebuilding her identity and finding new purpose.   Her journey ultimately leads her to become a therapist, supporting others through faith transitions, substance use issues, and healing. An honest and hopeful conversation about starting over and coming full circle.   If you haven’t listened yet, start with Part 1: From an Unconventional Childhood to Faith, Education & Marriage with Amy Roy.   Amy is an Intern Therapist at Symmetry Counseling, completing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, graduating in May. Find her therapy info page here or reach her by email [email protected]

In Part 1 of our conversation, Amy Roy shares her unconventional upbringing - from growing up in poverty and constant transition to the resilience and empathy it shaped within her. She opens up about finding stability through education, her journey to BYU, and her deep involvement in her faith, including teaching Institute.   Amy’s path leads her across the country where new opportunities and relationships begin to take shape. This first chapter of her story is one of survival, strength, and becoming.    Part 2 continues Amy’s story as she navigates marriage, identity, and the unexpected turns that follow.   Find Amy's therapy info and page here or reach her by email [email protected].

This week we’re revisiting a past conversation that resonated with many of you and felt important to share again. Mason Sawyer is a devoted father, public speaker, and host of the 10Ninety podcast. After losing his wife, children, brother, and nephew in a tragic accident, Mason has used his voice to connect with and support others through grief. In this episode, he opens up about his faith transition, leaving the LDS church, and navigating loss and belief without religion. It’s an honest, vulnerable, and deeply human conversation about rebuilding, connection, and finding your way forward. We’re so grateful for Mason and the purpose he’s found in sharing his story. Connect with Mason: Instagram: @masonsayer91 Podcast: @10ninetyrule

Ayana Lage - writer, blogger, and author of Missing Me - joins us for an honest and deeply important conversation about postpartum mental health. With bylines in The Washington Post, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour, Ayana brings both her voice as a writer and her lived experience to this powerful story. In this episode, Ayana opens up about her experience with postpartum psychosis after the birth of her daughter and the road back to healing. We explore a topic that is often misunderstood or left unspoken, creating space for awareness, compassion, and understanding. This conversation is tender and eye-opening, and offers hope for those navigating mental health challenges or supporting someone who is.   Connect with Ayana: Instagram: @ayanalage Website: ayanalage.com Book: Missing Me

Donna Pope, founder of Heart to Heart Adoptions, joins us to share her journey into the world of adoption—and the moments that shaped her passion for doing it differently. From adopting three boys as a single mom to advocating for more compassionate, respectful care for birth mothers, Donna offers a thoughtful look into the complexities and beauty of adoption. We talk about unexpected pregnancies, the courage of birth mothers, and how meaningful connections are created between families. This conversation invites a deeper understanding of adoption and the heart behind the work.   Connect with Donna:   Heart to Heart Adoptions   Choosing Adoption Podcast

In this Women’s History Month episode, it’s just the two of us having a conversation about what we love about being women. We chat about Women’s History Month, reflect on how far women have come, and share some of the little things that make being a woman meaningful and fun. Happy Women's History Month to all of you!

Marilyn Raichle—author of Don’t Walk Away and longtime community builder—joins us to share the unexpected life shift that came when both of her parents developed dementia. Growing up surrounded by Alzheimer’s, Marilyn was told by her mother to “walk away” if the disease ever came for them. Instead, her journey as a caregiver transformed the way she sees connection, creativity, and the lives of those living with dementia. In this conversation, Marilyn reflects on finding meaning in caregiving, the surprising joy that emerged along the way, and how community and the arts can bring dignity and beauty to life’s most difficult transitions.   Find Marilyn’s book Don’t Walk Away at dontwalkaway.net and on Amazon here. Learn more about Maude’s Awards, where Marilyn serves as Executive Director—an initiative honoring innovative care and support for people living with dementia and their care partners maudesawards.org.

In this tender episode, Heidi shares the story of her daughter Holly—her beautiful life, her lasting impact, and the three words she wrote during cancer treatment: “Love is Everywhere.” We talk about grief, legacy, and how Holly’s mantra continues to guide Heidi’s life and work, including her memoir Love Is Everywhere: You Will See. Heidi also opens up about her family’s faith shift away from the LDS church after Holly’s passing and the unexpected peace she’s found outside of religion and within the unknown. A heartfelt conversation about love that endures and the beauty that can still be found after profound loss. Visit love-is-everywhere.com to learn more of Holly’s story and her beautiful impact, and on Instagram @loveiseverywhere_youwillsee Find Heidi @heidirbruno and find her memoir Love is Everywhere: You will See on Amazon here

Autumn McAlpin and Vienna Boyes join us to share the story behind their powerful new film, Sanctuary—and the friendship that made it possible. From navigating the faith communities they grew up in to telling stories that center LGBTQ+ individuals often underrepresented in religious spaces, they open up about courage, collaboration, and creative conviction. This conversation explores how art can build bridges of understanding, invite deeper compassion, and spark meaningful change.   Learn more about Sanctuary and find screenings at sanctuarydoc.com.  Follow Sanctuary on Instragram @sanctuarydocfilm Find Autumn on Instagram @autumnmcalpin Find Vienna on Instagram @vienna.boyes