In this special episode of Worn but Worthy, Debbie and Danielle sit down with Elyse Etapa, owner of Thrive Counseling Services, to talk about navigating life in a divided world. Together, they explore how faith and mental health intersect, the power of mindful prayer, why journaling helps calm anxiety, and what healthy boundaries look like in relationships.

Elyse shares practical tools for self-regulation, staying grounded when conversations get heated, and finding unity without losing yourself. This episode is full of wisdom, vulnerability, and hope for anyone trying to walk through hard seasons with grace.

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In this episode, we sit down with our friend Caleb Mason, a kind and humble man whose life has been shaped by faith, legacy, and one defining moment that changed everything.

At 25, Caleb was in a tragic car accident that claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy. Through grief and healing, he discovered the power of empathy, listening, and kindness.

In a time when division feels louder than unity, Caleb’s story reminds us that kindness costs something—but it’s always worth it. He shares how to walk with people in their pain, how to move past a victim mindset, and how empathy can open the door to truly seeing one another.

As his grandfather always said: “If you want to be great, be kind.”

Debbie shares one of the most defining seasons of her life as a single mom and the moment of surrender that forever changed her. Alongside her daughter Danielle, she reflects on miraculous provision, the courage to walk away from unhealthy patterns, and the discovery that true worth is found only in Jesus.

The conversation also dives into the unseen weight of walking with a spouse through depression—what it feels like to carry that as a wife, the misconceptions in the church, and the need for greater compassion and awareness around mental health. Together, Debbie and Danielle remind us that even in the hardest seasons, grace meets us right where we are.

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Referenced in this episode:

In the Midst of a Moment by Pastor Jacob Young of Cornerstone Church. This message unpacks how to recognize and faithfully respond to the moments God places before us.

The book Sacred Rhythms invites you into a spiritual journey that nurtures your soul while aligning your daily life with the presence of God.