Some conversations feel sacred because of their honesty.

In this deeply tender 2 part episode, Jenny and Lee sit down with Jaeden Cook as she shares her story of living with mental health issues with remarkable vulnerability and faith. Together, they explore what it looks like to choose Christ in the middle of real-life experiences—where questions, struggles, and growth are all part of the journey.

As Jaeden opens up about her experiences—including navigating anxiety—she offers a powerful reminder that our challenges do not define us. Discipleship isn’t about having everything figured out; it’s about trusting the Savior in the process of becoming and allowing His grace to meet us exactly where we are.

This conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen with your heart, and recognize the quiet, steady ways Jesus Christ is present in your own story.

Resources Used In This Episode:

Jeffrey R. Holland, Broken Things To Mend, April 2006 General Conference

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Jaeden's early life and background

01:45 - Recognizing early signs of social anxiety and family influences

04:19 - The moment she realized she was different and accepting her identity

08:25 - The influence of grandparents and family on mental health awareness

10:07 - Defining social anxiety: fears and real-life examples

11:35 - Childhood experiences with social and academic pressures

13:31 - The major turning point in 11th grade and seeking help

14:37 - How service on a mission transformed her perspective

16:18 - Seeing herself through God's eyes and shedding societal labels

17:34 - The impact of therapeutic relationships and healing tools

19:27 - Embracing vulnerability as a source of strength

20:50 - The role of faith and gospel principles in her recovery

22:14 - Overcoming the misconception of being "rude" or "emotional"

24:40 - Navigating relationships and accepting her imperfections

27:06 - How her mission and spiritual experiences reinforced her self-worth

33:40 - Pivotal moments that shifted her understanding of divine support

36:50 - Recognizing agency and trusting divine timing in healing

44:10 - The importance of joy and growth alongside struggle

52:42 - The significance of sharing her story to inspire others

58:20 - Reinforcing the truth that "Sunday will come" despite hardships

62:37 - Practical habits: gratitude, humor, and self-love

66:56 - The power of authentic vulnerability and kindness

72:36 - The importance of striving for progress, not perfection

81:26 - Facing fears in sacred spaces and restoring her relationship with the temple

84:56 - The courage of vulnerability and its ripple effect

91:56 - Reflecting on God's hand in her journey and trusting divine timing

94:55 - The ongoing nature of personal redemption and growth

102:37 - Christ's suffering as a source of hope in dark times

105:58 - A message to listeners: You are worth it, and your story is still being written

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