Praiseworthy with Mary & Eddie

In this beautiful and inspiring episode with our sweet guest Leah Judd, Leah talks about how when we make intentional choices during the difficulties of life we are better able to see that there is always good during the hard. Our conversation with her was just so good! Be sure to listen to this episode to hear more about what Leah chose to do to help navigate through the sudden passing of her brother as a teenager, as well as other heavy times. We have no doubt you will be so inspired and gain such valuable tools that can be applied in your own life! We are so grateful to Leah who was so willing to share her story so that others can not only learn tools that may help them in their own challenges, but also so that others can know they are not alone!

In this inspiring episode our special guest Kate Hicken shares what it was like to grow up with a Narcissistic father. You will learn from her the meaning of a Narcissist, and what tools are available for those effected, as well as options available for those who may suffer from this. Kate shows us that healing is possible!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

‘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