What happens when God calls you to step into something you've never done before?

In this inspiring conversation, Rita sits down with Candice Paolino to discuss what it looks like to trust God's direction even when the path ahead feels uncertain. Candice shares her personal journey of stepping out in faith, navigating fear, and creating My Wellness Wallet—a resource designed to help individuals and families access trusted mental health and wellness support.

Together, they explore the intersection of faith, emotional wellness, community, and purpose, reminding listeners that sometimes our greatest calling begins with a simple act of obedience.

Whether you're navigating a season of uncertainty, supporting a loved one through difficult times, or searching for practical wellness resources rooted in compassion, this conversation will encourage you to keep moving forward one faithful step at a time.

In This Episode You'll Learn

• How faith often requires taking the next step before the entire path is visible.
• Why fear and purpose can exist together.
• The story behind the creation of My Wellness Wallet.
• Practical ways to help family members and friends find mental health resources.
• Why community plays such an important role in healing.
• How churches and organizations can better support emotional wellness.
• Encouragement for anyone feeling called to something bigger than themselves.

Connect with Candice Paolino

Learn more about My Wellness Wallet and discover resources designed to make finding mental health support easier for individuals, families, and communities.

Website: https://mywellnesswallet.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mywellnesswallet/

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What if the greatest gift we could give our teens wasn't more pressure to succeed—but the emotional tools to truly thrive?

In this inspiring episode of The Daring Well Podcast, Rita welcomes Dr. Carla Caturia, elite peak performance coach, speaker, educator, and founder of House of Rise, for a meaningful conversation about helping high-achieving teens excel without sacrificing their emotional well-being.

With more than 20 years of experience working with students, athletes, performers, and families, Dr. Caturia shares how emotional intelligence, identity, and resilience are just as important as grades, awards, and accomplishments. Together, Rita and Dr. Caturia explore practical strategies for reducing stress, building confidence, entering the flow state, and helping teens develop lifelong emotional regulation skills.

Whether you're a parent, educator, coach, counselor, or someone who works with young people, this episode offers practical wisdom for supporting the next generation in achieving success while protecting their mental and emotional health.

In This Episode You'll Learn

• Why high-achieving teens often struggle with hidden stress and anxiety
• How achievement can become tied to identity—and why that's dangerous
• What the "flow state" is and how it improves confidence and performance
• Why curiosity is one of the most powerful mindset shifts for overcoming fear
• Dr. Carla Caturia's Three Zone Strategy for emotional regulation
• Practical ways parents can support teens without adding pressure
• Why celebrating effort and progress builds lasting confidence
• How emotional resilience prepares teens for success long after graduation
  
  
  

Follow Dr. Carla Caturia on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for practical strategies, educational resources, and encouragement for teens, parents, educators, and coaches seeking to build confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

Website: https://thehouseofrise.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarlacaturia

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Are you running on empty? Do you ever feel emotionally exhausted before your day has even begun? Like you're constantly pouring into everyone else while your own emotional battery feels like it's completely drained.

In this episode of The Daring Well Podcast, we're exploring what emotional capacity really is, why it matters, and how to recognize when your mind, body, and spirit are asking for rest instead of more resilience.

We'll discuss the connection between your nervous system and emotional well-being, explain why your emotional capacity isn't a measure of your strength or worth, and share practical ways to recharge before burnout takes over.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by work, caregiving, relationships, or simply the weight of everyday life, this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface and offer gentle, realistic strategies to help you reset.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What emotional capacity actually means
• The warning signs that your emotional reserves are running low
• How your nervous system influences stress and resilience
• The difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems
• Why self-care is essential
• How boundaries protect your emotional health
• The importance of rest, recovery, and healthy routines
• Practical ways to build emotional resilience over time

Reflection Questions

Take a few moments to journal or simply reflect on these questions:

• What fills my emotional bucket?
• What drains my emotional bucket?
• What is my current emotional baseline?
• Where do I want to be emotionally?
• What is one small step I can take today to protect my emotional capacity?

Resources Mentioned

Join the Mindfully You Workshop (In-Person & Virtual):
https://www.daringwell.com/wellness

Mindset Coaching:
info@DaringWell.com

Shop Vegan Wellness Products:
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Until next time…

Keep living, loving, and daring well.

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