How do we forge authentic, deep, life-giving friendships in a culture of staying socially “booked and busy” yet quietly guarded? Thanksgiving is no longer just a family holiday — it’s a time to focus on friendship, some of the most crucial relationships in our lives. But what does it take to not only find a true friend but to be a true friend? In this episode, Elyse invites none other than her so-called best friend (more like soul sister) Katy Knox to speak to the heights, valleys and ultimately life-changing learnings through forging their friendship over the years. From shedding walls of insincerity, loving even when it's hard, to differentiating codependent relationships from covenant relationships…this conversation with Katy and Elyse will invite you to thoughtfully vet your friendships, set healthy boundaries and recognize the power of vulnerability - with plenty of laughs along the way. Whether your circle is too large or too small, we can all glean immeasurable wisdom and strength through our friendships.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episodes air every Tuesday.

The Chosen TV series based on the life of Jesus told from the perspective of the disciples has become a global phenomenon. Now stepping into the third season, the honeymoon is over, and the disciples must now deal with the costs of following the Messiah. In this special minisode Elyse sits down with some of your favorite cast members, the writers, and more from The Chosen to share insights on the series, the roles they play and how its impacted their lives as well as audiences around the world. Get ready for this special look behind the scenes. And be sure to get your tickets to watch episode 1 and 2 in theaters 🍿🎥 starting this Friday Nov 18th available at thechosentickets.com 

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

Do you find yourself looking forward to the holidays but also dreading it? Does this time of year fill you with excitment but also anxiety? How do you stay sane dealing with family when holidays and trauma don't mix? How do we smile through "most wonderful time of the year" when coping with loss, divorce, or other traumas?  Trauma therapist and life coach, Dr. Anita Phillips addresses major quesitons surrounding navigating mental health and challegning family dynamics all during "the happiest time of the year". She encoruages us to give ourselves permission to lavishly protect our hearts by setting healthy boundaries with anyone who steals your joy - even if it "ruins" tradition. Dr. Phillips walks us through the stigma of "disrupting the peace" when confronted with painful relationship dynamics we often feel obligated to appease when Thanksgiving and Christmas roll around.  When we often feel we have to choose greif or grattitude - Dr. Phillips reminds us we don't have to delcare a winner.  Leave this profound conversation encouraged with tools to move through the holidays with room for both our messy, mixed-up emotions and the true joys of the holiday season.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

Do you ever find yourself answering “I’m OK” when you're really not OK? We live in a culture of hiding the messy, broken parts of ourselves from our friends, families and God. How do we face our brokenness to find healing in the areas we try to hide?

Many of us feel the pressure to be perfect, but what we really want is the freedom to be broken. In this episode Toni Collier, founder of the international women's ministry Broken Crayons Still Color — will show us how to bravely process our brokenness so we can experience the fullness of God's healing.

In her new book "Brave Enough to Be Broken", Toni dives into her own story of trauma, spiritual abuse, heartbreak and the deep wells of shame that try to trap us in the darkness. Elyse and Toni speak into the real path towards healing through finding the courage to be honest with ourselves and ultimately God. We’ll learn how to find the beauty beyond the bruises of our past and embrace the lasting hope only found in Jesus.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episodes air every Tuesday.

What do you do when you feel like you’re stuck in survival mode? When there seems to be no end to the chaos? How do you reconcile a season where so much has been lost? Learn how to go from survival mode to thriving with one of the most influential voices of our lifetime, Pastor Samuel Rodriguez. In this episode Pastor Samuel shares his own journey of weathering the storms and the key to finding hope in the midst of a difficult season. So wherever your faith and emotional levels are today, whatever season you are walking through right now, count on a fire hose of encouragement that will actively energize your faith and give you that extra push you need to keep pressing toward everything that God has called you to.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday

What do we do in the ‘in-between’ seasons? When we have said goodbye to one season but haven’t quite arrived at the next — how do we cope? It’s like wearing summer clothes when fall weather is fast approaching. The anticipation of a new season is when the pain or discomfort is at its greatest. In this episode Elyse walks us through her learnings from scripture in how to recognize and honor our feelings of exhaustion, discomfort and awkwardness in a transition season. However, what it practically looks like to meet God in the awkward in-between with faith.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

What does it mean to rise above the critics? How do we truly achieve success? Is it even possible to get to a place of happiness, peace and contentment? International award-winning speaker and success coach, Anand Chulani, is here to help you unlock the strategies and tools needed to sustain true success in a way that will keep you healthy, happy and feeling fulfilled. True success comes not only from external wins, but when we take a deeper look within.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episodes air every Tuesday.

Have you ever worked hard to finally reach your dream only to feel lost and confused instead of rewarded? Singer Ally Brooke was in the exact same boat both during and after her time with Fifth Harmony. From smiling for cameras at red carpet events yet feeling her lowest from the harsh public scrutiny - to enduring rejection after rejection in her search for a new label as a solo artist. God showed up and rescued her in ways she couldn’t imagine. Hear how she learned how to accept and trust God’s plan for her life no matter what her circumstances looked like. Ally speaks into how adversity gave birth to incredible beauty, and how we can carry the keys to overcoming darkness in our own lives. Leave this discussion inspired to hold on to tight to your faith and believe that something greater is on the other side of your pain, frustration or doubt.

What does being a leader actually mean? What does being a GOOD leader mean? Bestselling Author and Pastor of Zoe Church Chad Veach downloads all the knowledge to equip and empower the leader in all of us.  In this episode Chad will dive into the art of recognizing our own influence and then harnessing it for good. He’ll also teach us how to lead the hardest person you’ll encounter — yourself. Leave this discussion encouraged and motivated to cultivate the gifts God has given you while being an influence to those around you. 

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episodes air every Tuesday.

How do we champion truth in a world of quick offense? Well, author, speaker and truth-telling warrior Lisa Bevere is here to guide us. In this episode Lisa will break down the difference between harsh truth and hard truth — and how to handle it ourselves. From navigating sensitive conversations with empathy and honesty to the keys to navigating some of our most crucial relationships from friendships to dating. Lisa is getting into it all — but not without a little bit of fire and a lot of laughs along the way. Listen in for a special cameo from John Bevere here to drop his own keys of wisdom too! It's all here on On a Lighter Note Podcast. 

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.