In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Karie McLain, a powerhouse mom, wife, and real estate agent who quietly fought a rare form of melanoma—all while raising her kids, building a top real estate agency in Colorado Springs, and creating systems that allowed her to live fully and enjoy her family.

Karie’s story is one of grit, resilience, and courage in the face of life’s hardest challenges. From fighting cancer in silence to leading in business and choosing to design a life she truly loves, this conversation will leave you inspired to rise stronger no matter what you’re facing.

✨ Connect with Karie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coloradospringslifestyle/?igsh=MXhiYXYxdmN2NzFvcg%3D%3D

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✨ You are worthy. You are rising. And your story matters.

In this episode of The Worthy Woman: Rooted and Rising, I sit down with Jessica Thompson—co-owner of The Electric Way and Founder of The Quiet Desk. Jessica is a powerhouse entrepreneur, homeschooling mama, law enforcement wife, and board member of Uplift, who also coaches women into stronger alignment with their businesses. She’s walked the walk, and her wisdom is rooted in real life.

Together we explore the mistakes we make as young women, what it looks like to lose ourselves in motherhood, and how to recognize when—and how—to take care of ourselves so we can truly thrive. This conversation is packed with encouragement and truth you won’t want to miss.

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🔔 Trigger Warning: This conversation includes sensitive discussion around miscarriage and infant loss. Please listen with care and know that your story, your grief, and your healing matter.

In today’s tender and deeply honest episode, Shalesa sits down with Kelsi Cole—founder of Foreknown Ministries—to talk about the unimaginable pain of infant loss and miscarriage, and the sacred ground of healing that follows.

Kelsi, a childhood acquaintance turned Colorado Springs neighbor, opens up about her personal journey through five losses and the way God gently met her in every wave of grief. Together, they reflect on the beauty of community, the ministry of presence, and the importance of supporting not only mothers—but fathers too—through Foreknown Men, the companion branch of her nonprofit.

From vulnerable moments to practical resources, from the Wave of Light event to marshmallow crumbs and s’mores-muffled laughter, this episode is raw, healing, and holy.

🕊️ You don’t walk alone. Ever.

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Wave Of Light: https://www.foreknownministries.org/waveoflight

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