We had the pleasure of talking to wonderful Amanda in this episode! She struggled losing her mother when she was only ten years old, but through the support from her grandparents and school teachers she was able to keep moving forward. Amanda wants others to know that if you are going through a difficult time it is okay and healthy to allow yourself to feel your emotions as they come. She also encourages people to find ways to help those in need, as well as finding ways to volunteer in your community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

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“Time Will Teach You”

In this episode we had the absolute pleasure of talking to Wendi Seger! Wendi has overcome insurmountable odds, and shows us that we can use life’s tidal waves to rise up to a higher plain. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

“The Fire To Move Forward”

In honor of October’s Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, we decided to take this episode and share our story of our two late miscarriages that we suffered in 2017 and 2018. We also briefly talk about our three ectopic pregnancies, but you can find those stories in a previous episode. While we miss our sweet angel babies, we are so grateful for the angels seen and unseen who have been such a huge support during such difficult times. To those suffering, we want you to know that you are not a lone. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Reaching Out To Those Who Have Lost- The Story of Our Two Late Miscarriages

In this episode we were able to talk to Mary’s friend hair stylist, Taylor Orr. Taylor is a wife, mother to her sweet baby boy, and Cosmetologist of four years. She has a passion for making people feel beautiful inside and out, and also strives to inspire and help others! Taylor is a Survivor! She wanted to share her incredibly heartbreaking yet brave story of surviving being raped. Taylor provides hotlines and steps to take, including being a listening ear, if someone has been sexually assaulted all in hopes that the survivor won’t feel alone! Taylor is an amazing woman and we are so honored to be a part of her brave journey in sharing her story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Do What’s Best For You - A Survivor’s message of Hope

In this episode we had the pleasure of talking to Brian Steven King! Brian is an undergraduate student at Brigham Young University where he is studying Geospatial Intelligence and Aerospace Studies. Brian was born and raised in Western North Carolina. He is also a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has a passion for helping others see the joy that comes from the Gospel. Brian has found that God is interested in ALL of His children, and that through daily discipleship we can find joy and everlasting happiness. We know that you will feel hopeful and optimistic after listening to Brian! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Always Look for the Positive

Brandon Sulser, the author of the wonderful book, “We Are All Paralyzed”, joins us for an inspiring and uplifting conversation! Brandon shares with us ways he has coped through his four life threatening accidents, and gives encouragement to others going through any difficult situation. We have no doubt you will feel the Hope that Brandon instills! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

“Better Not Bitter”

We had the pleasure of speaking with Janice McQueen Ward! Janice is a Pageant and Life Coach, TV Host and Actress! She is also the former Mrs. United States, and has won 10 additional major titles! She was a guest of former President Clinton at the White House, and made over 200 appearances on behalf of Lung Health and Wellness. Janice has also been a celebrity guest host on QVC, Shop HQ, and has starred in many infomercials and commercials. Currently, she is a Pageant/Life Coach, a Beauty Expert, and is the host of an international podcast show called, BeautyCall Podcast. Her podcast focuses on a range of topics including finding your inner strength and beauty, sharing better and healthier ways of taking care of your body on the inside and out, and so much more! Janice wants to encourage others to know that they are enough! In this episode Janice shares how she was able to get through the passing of her Mother & Father, as well as other challenging struggles she faced in life. Janice shares how she was able to find physical, spiritual, and mental healing by changing her lifestyle. Eddie and Mary have no doubt you will feel an abundance of light, be inspired to take chances in life, take better care of your body, and live your fullest life after listening to this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Healing Your Mind, Body & Soul

‘Praiseworthy’ hosts Eddie and Mary talk about how and why they have chosen to celebrate McKaylee’s birthday, on February 19th, by finding ways to serve others. They encourage others each year to do the same, and share ideas of how others can serve someone. They hope you will feel inspired to spread kindness on the 19th, and always! #formckaylee --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

‘Angel Day’ -A Day Dedicated to Serving Others As We Celebrate McKaylee’s Birthday

In this episode we share some of the things we do that help us get through this horrible road of losing a child. We really hope and pray that maybe something we have shared in this episode will help someone who is listening. That is our goal always! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Losing our McKaylee Belle & The Things We Do to Help Our Grief

In this episode we had the pleasure of talking to David and his wife Chalese. David has suffered with OCD for ten years. He really dives into what OCD is, what specific things he has OCD with, the triggers with it, and the tools he has learned and continues to use to help him get through each day. David and Chalese also share how it has effected their marriage and what they each do to support one another. If you have ever had questions about this disorder, or if you have a loved one who suffers with this or who you think may have OCD, we really encourage you to listen to this episode to find hope, com oratory, tools, and advice. We are so grateful for David who chose to be so vulnerable and share his story. We know many will be inspired! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Pushing Through The Noise - An In-Depth look into the World of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

In this episode we had the pleasure of talking to the incredibly talented Jessie Funk! Many may know her from her amazing singing career, but she is also a Speaker, the Director of a non profit, and a Youth Advocate! In this inspiring and beautiful episode Jessie shares the events in her life that propelled her to eventually become such a strong advocate for the youth, as well as the many things she is accomplishing and pursuing to continue to provide teens and adults with life tools. We really enjoyed listening to Jessie and felt so inspired by her heartfelt message. We have no doubt you will as well! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Be the Hero of Your Story

In this episode, Ashley and Joe share the incredible heartbreak, frustrations, and financial strain that they were faced with while going through infertility. They also share the joy that came after enduring this trial. We know their episode will give Hope and strength for anyone who may be going through a similar struggle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

An Unexpected Miracle...a Journey of Infertility

In this episode Linda Harris shares how her life was completely changed all because of the actions of one. Her story is inspiring, beautiful, and includes 10 life altering lessons Linda has learned and shared with us. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Forgiving the Stranger

We share specific things we have done and continue to do as we have gone through Eddie’s Brain Cancer journey. We hope this inspires and helps you if you are going through a challenging time. Please know....you are not a lone. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Helping Hands

Branden and Janae are beautiful examples of taking on a trial that was placed in front of them and choosing to move forward with Hope and a determination to not let it bring them down. We are so excited for you to hear their story about their sweet Ryan! ? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/praiseworthy/message

Change of Plans

Praiseworthy is a place for people to come and find help and advice by listening to interviews with people who have been through difficult times. Be inspired as others show gratitude to those people who have helped them get through those challenging times. Our Hope is to encourage others to be more vulnerable in sharing their story, reach out of their comfort zone to help others and show kindness, as well as look for the good in their lives! Let's all shine a light on the good in the world!

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