Beautiful Shifts

After the Faith Shift: Living Abroad, Marriage & What Comes Next with Audra Phelps (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our conversation, Audra Phelps shares more of her family story, from moving abroad with her children to navigating marriage and motherhood after a major faith transition.     As her beliefs shifted, so did the foundation of her life, leading her to reexamine long-held choices and what she wanted moving forward. Audra opens up about the uncertainty, growth, and honest conversations that come with redefining a relationship while raising a family and living in a completely new environment.     This is a thoughtful look at what it means to move forward when everything changes—and how to navigate what comes next. A conversation for anyone learning to trust themselves again.   Visit this link [https://mamaaudra.com/training] for access to a free Masterclass with Audra. Connect with Audra on Instagram @mamaaudraofficial [https://www.instagram.com/mamaaudraofficial/] where she supports moms leaving mormonism, and online at mamaaudra.com [https://mamaaudra.com/].

Leaving the LDS Church & Rebuilding Identity with Audra Phelps (Part 1)

In Part 1 of our conversation, Audra Phelps shares her journey of leaving the LDS church and the years of internal struggle that followed. After moving abroad with her family, she began to question long-held beliefs and navigate what it means to step away from a faith that shaped her identity, relationships, and sense of motherhood. She opens up about the loneliness, grief, and uncertainty that can come with a faith transition, and the challenge of rebuilding identity when everything once felt clearly defined. This is a thoughtful conversation about loss, deconstruction, and beginning to rediscover who you are. Part 2 continues Audra’s story as she reflects on marriage, motherhood in an empty nest season, and navigating decisions about her relationship after her faith transition. If you’re navigating a similar path, you can connect with Audra on Instagram @mamaaudraofficial [https://www.instagram.com/mamaaudraofficial/], where she supports moms leaving Mormonism and other high-demand religions, and at mamaaudra.com. [https://mamaaudra.com/]

From Addiction to Redemption: Rebuilding a Life with Laura Ostler

Laura joins us to share her powerful story of struggle, loss, and ultimately, transformation. From early challenges and heartbreak to years of addiction that led to incarceration, Laura opens up about the moments that shaped her path and what finally led her to The Other Side Academy. In this conversation, Laura reflects on the turning points that helped her begin again, the work of rebuilding relationships, and how she found purpose on the other side of her hardest seasons. Now serving as a mentor at The Other Side Academy, she’s helping others walk their own path to healing. This is a raw, honest, and hopeful story about resilience, second chances, and the possibility of change.   Find Laura on Instagram @lauraleeostler [https://www.instagram.com/lauraleeostler/]   Learn more about The Other Side Academy here.  [https://www.theothersideacademy.com/]

Blending Families & Building Stronger Marriages with Chantelle Lawrence

Chantelle - a blended family coach, entrepreneur, and mom of 10 - joins us to share her unique journey through divorce, remarriage, and creating a deeply connected blended family. Chantelle opens up about what it really takes to navigate the complexities of a blended family life and build something strong and intentional.     We talk about her experience blending families, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the framework she now uses to help other couples do the same. This is a fun, insightful, and honest conversation about love, second chances, and creating connections in unexpected ways.   Find Chantelle and her coaching info on Instagram @wifeofjustus [https://www.instagram.com/wifeofjustus/]

Faith Transition, Identity, Loss & Reinvention with Amy Roy (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our conversation, Amy Roy shares the next chapter of her story - navigating marriage, motherhood, and the reality of her husband being gay, which ultimately led to their divorce.   After the sudden loss of her mother, Amy enters a deep faith crisis, reexamining everything she once believed. She also faces addiction, recovery, and major life transitions. Through it all, she reflects on rebuilding her identity and finding new purpose.   Her journey ultimately leads her to become a therapist, supporting others through faith transitions, substance use issues, and healing. An honest and hopeful conversation about starting over and coming full circle.   If you haven’t listened yet, start with Part 1: From an Unconventional Childhood to Faith, Education & Marriage with Amy Roy.   Amy is an Intern Therapist at Symmetry Counseling, completing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, graduating in May. Find her therapy info page here [https://symcounseling.com/amy-roy/] or reach her by email amylynnroy111@gmail.com [amylynnroy111@gmail.com]