In this heartfelt episode, Sheri Ferrell shares how forgiveness—though often difficult and deeply personal—has become one of the most powerful principles shaping her relationships with her husband, children, family, and church community. With honesty, humility, and compassion, Sheri reflects on learning to forgive others, forgive herself, and rely on the healing power of the Atonement to strengthen connection and bring peace. Her simple but profound invitation—“Just forgive”—offers a gentle reminder that while forgiveness may be a process, the decision to begin can change everything.

In this special Mother’s Day episode, we reflect on living and mothering with intention, joy, and connection. Our guest Elle Rowley models what it means to live authentically—choosing connection, embracing growth, and finding joy along the way, especially in motherhood.
She reminds us that our “down the well” moments—times of uncertainty or struggle—are not wasted, but can become places of growth and clarity when we face them with honesty.
Motherhood is a hero’s journey, inviting each of us to grow and lead in our own way. There is hope in that journey—hope that our efforts matter, that we are being strengthened, and that our children are being guided as we help them discover who they are.
This conversation is a gentle reminder of the beauty and privilege of motherhood—and an invitation to live it more fully, more intentionally, and with greater joy.

Down the Well with Elle: The 7 Stages of the Mother’s Hero’s Journey, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/down-the-well/id1797861644?i=1000723703868

What does it look like to hold onto hope when the answer you’re praying for doesn’t come—at least not in the way you expected? In this episode, Chelsea Monahan shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and the long, tender season of waiting for motherhood, offering powerful insight into what it means to trust God in the unknown. Her story reaches beyond infertility, speaking to anyone who has ever felt they were “waiting on the Lord,” and bringing comfort to those experiencing loss, longing, or life paths that look different than planned. Released in anticipation of Mother’s Day, this episode gently redefines motherhood—not as something limited to biology, but as a calling rooted in love, nurturing, and caring for God’s children. Through her faith and experiences, Chelsea reminds us that even in the waiting, we are seen, loved, and never alone.

What does it really mean to be “perfect”? In this episode, Jamie offers a refreshing and deeply comforting perspective that challenges the pressure of perfectionism. Together, we explore how true perfection isn’t something we achieve on our own, but something made possible through the Savior. With a focus on growth, purpose, and what truly matters, this conversation invites you to let go of unrealistic expectations and embrace a more meaningful path forward—one rooted in grace, progress, and becoming whole.

https://www.jamiepyattlcsw.com/ https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2014/07/young-adults/becoming-perfect-in-christ?lang=eng https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/10/perfection-pending?lang=eng http://churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/be-ye-therefore-perfect-eventually?lang=eng

Marilyn Green Faulkner shares a deeply personal and inspiring journey of lifelong learning through literature, faith, and life’s hardest moments. With warmth, humor, and heartfelt honesty, she weaves together insights from classical books, scripture, and her own experiences—including lessons learned in her darkest days. Marilyn reminds us that learning isn’t just about knowledge—it’s a path to healing, growth, and drawing closer to Jesus Christ. This conversation will leave you reflecting, encouraged, and maybe even ready to pick up a classic book and start learning again.

Lifelong learning is more than just learning from books and studying – it's learning from experiences. In this powerful episode, Tessiah Frame reveals why real spiritual growth isn't about checking boxes, but about embracing humility and the tough lessons life throws your way. She shares her story of being placed back on track after a life-or-death experience, reminding us that we are agents—not victims—with the God-given power to choose our own pathway out of any situation. Get ready to stop just doing more and start letting go of what doesn't matter so you can fully focus on what truly does. This conversation will challenge you to move beyond knowing the gospel to living it.

In June 2020, Valerie Davies received the kind of phone call that divides life into before and after—her son Tanner had been in a tragic accident and never came home. In this episode, Valerie shares what it looked like to move forward with faith through overwhelming grief, and how she survived in those early days. Just a year later, her husband was called to serve as bishop, opening a new chapter of service, stretching, and healing.Valerie reflects on how her testimony has both steadied and changed through her experiences. She speaks of the Atonement of Jesus Christ as a source of deep understanding and comfort, and of God’s grace as a gift meant to rescue and heal. Her message is fully of honesty and hope.

When Holly's husband, Jimmy, suffered heart complications and then a massive stroke, one of the reassuring feelings she had that he would not die was that he had just been called to be bishop. Even though it seemed contradictory that the Lord would call her husband to be bishop and then cause him to suffer a stroke, the belief that his calling came from God was reassuring enough for her to continue forward with faith, believing that healing would come. In this episode, Holly discusses the emotional moments from symptoms to surgery, and hospitalization through healing. Holly continues to be a steady foundation for her family and especially her husband.

Sometimes God allows doors to close so that we will look to the next open door, and through that door we find Christ. In this episode, Morgan King shares the unexpected story of being called to the Germany Frankfurt Mission—Turkish-speaking… only to discover in the MTC that she wouldn’t really be serving in Germany at all. Instead, she’d be teaching people in Turkey, mostly online, in a country where missionary work feels nearly impossible and where the Church is still small and fragile, yet energetic and growing.
What happens next is a rollercoaster of faith, culture, and miracles -- truly reinforcing the saying that when one door closes, another door opens.

“When one door closes, another door opens” is a saying that has been around in various forms for centuries. To guest Shelley Hunter, this is more than just a saying, it is her life experience. And throughout her life, she has seen the Savior lead her to, and carry her through that next open door. In this episode, Shelly shares personal stories that have real-life application for all of us — no matter our age or stage in life. Looking back, Shelley knows that throughout each of these experiences, her Savior has carried her through. She has learned to trust Him. And now looking forward, she asks the question: "If I really believe that God is in charge, then how would I act differently today?"