What happens when the titles disappear, and you're left to rediscover who you really are? In this powerful debut episode of DEEPER Conversations, Dr. Barbara Swinney sits down with former Georgia State Representative and education leader Alisha Thomas Searcy for an honest conversation about healing, identity, leadership, and the courage to start over.

Alisha shares her remarkable journey from becoming the first African American elected to the Georgia House of Representatives from Cobb County at just 23 years old to navigating political setbacks, divorce, and personal reinvention. Together, Barbara and Alisha explore how losing careers, relationships, and status can catalyze deeper healing, healthier boundaries, and authentic leadership. This inspiring conversation is filled with practical wisdom for women rebuilding after disappointment, redefining success, and embracing the life they were always meant to live.

Key Takeaways:

• Why your identity should never be defined by your titles or achievements
• How healing from past relationships creates healthier future choices
• The importance of taking responsibility for your own growth and patterns
• Practical ways to create a life that reflects your values, purpose, and peace
• Why choosing yourself is often the first step toward authentic leadership