In a world where anxiety, depression, loneliness and teen suicide are on the rise, there is a distinct struggle taking place as people fight to feel seen, heard and valued. But the truth is, your life has purpose—right now, as you are. Jenny's guest is international Speaker & Author Dean Sikes who shares a message of hope and purpose. He hosts "YOU MATTER" Television, a national broadcast, and engages with tens of millions on social media annually.  In his book, “You Matter” he shares his powerful testimony of how trauma, abuse, bullying and carrying secrets affected him. And now he gives insights to help you break free from hopelessness and find meaning in your everyday life. He shares how God got his attention when his mother attempted suicide.Through it all Dean found God’s purpose and how to forgive. Since January 1993, Dean has dedicated himself to spreading messages of hope, traveling extensively to high schools, Teen Challenge Centers, and prisons across the US and internationally. He has stories of how God is changing young lives from hopelessness and near suicides to them finding The Lord, forgiveness and purpose! To date, he has participated in over 4,200 events, delivering the empowering “You Matter” message to millions of teenagers. You can get connected with Dean at his website youmatter.us. Find more about his book, videos, and speaking there.