In this episode of the Lean In Podcast, Cheyenne Perry interviews Wardell Bradford, who shares his journey from military life to entrepreneurship, the challenges of parenting, and overcoming challenges growing up. Wardell discusses the importance of faith, mentorship, and community engagement, as well as the transformative experiences that have shaped him. He reflects on the growth of his painting business, Origami Painting & Design, and the lessons learned through both struggles and successes. The conversation highlights the significance of being present in parenting and the power of redemption through faith in Jesus.

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Origami Painting & Design Company (see links below to connect)

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FB⁠⁠: Facebook⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction and Background of Wardell Bradford

05:22 The Journey of Starting a Business

09:53 Navigating Challenges During the Pandemic

15:00 The Transition to Stay-at-Home Parenting

19:39 Reflections on Parenting and Upbringing

24:09 Transformative Relationships and Parenting

25:17 Childhood Struggles and Family Dynamics

27:53 Navigating Darkness and Seeking Redemption

29:55 Shielding the Next Generation

31:07 Helping Others Through Personal Struggles

34:01 The Journey of Transformation

35:42 Impactful Mentorship and Community Engagement

37:51 Personal Stories and Unexpected Experiences

41:38 Community Growth and Church Involvement Sound Bites

• "Jesus is real, I believe his life is transformed."
• "Stay-at-home moms don't get enough appreciation."
• "The Lord's hand was on it the whole time."

In this episode of the Lean In podcast, Cheyenne Perry interviews William Spicer, who shares his journey from his upbringing in California to finding purpose in youth ministry. William discusses his struggles with mental health, including depression and anxiety, and how his faith in Jesus transformed his life. He reflects on his family dynamics, his relationship with his wife Rachel, and the importance of supporting teenagers facing similar challenges. The conversation emphasizes the power of faith and community in overcoming personal struggles and finding hope. Takeaways

• William grew up in a supportive family with both parents present.
• He faced challenges with depression and anxiety from a young age.
• William found freedom from depression through his relationship with Jesus.
• He emphasizes the importance of seeking help and support for mental health.
• His transformation led him to work in youth ministry.
• William's relationship with his wife Rachel grew stronger through faith.
• He encourages others to keep going, as things can get better.
• Family dynamics can change positively with maturity and faith.
• William's story highlights the impact of community in healing.
• Faith in Jesus is presented as a powerful solution to life's struggles.

In this episode, Cheyenne talks about the meaning behind this podcast and what to expect moving forward as a listener/viewer. The posture of leaning helps us to stay engaged, listen well, and stay focused as we hear stories from others. We hope you enjoy this episode!