In this episode, Mary Ana answers listener questions, plays clips from season 2, and shares some ideas for the season to come.  Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In this episode of Wisdom for the Journey, Mary Ana talks to her lifelong friend, Josie, about surviving middle school with your self-esteem and faith intact. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In this episode of Wisdom for the Journey, we talk with Dr. Sandie Gravett, professor of religious studies at Appalachian State University, about women in the Bible. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In the second episode of season 2, we talk with Megan Holmes about purpose. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In the second episode of season 2, Mary Ana shares her testimony about her her journey of faith. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In the first episode of season 2, we talk with school counselor Carolee Barber about the importance of authenticity. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional.

In this episode, we hear from Rev. Sarah Watkins Davis, Rev. Susan Heafner-Heun, Rev. Toni Ruth Smith, and Rev. Carrie Smith Wright as they discuss the importance of taking care of your mental health and the dangers of toxic positivity. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional. Visit https://theyouthalliance.com/resources/help-hotlines/ for a list of hotlines and emergency resources for young people provided by The Youth Alliance.

In this episode, we hear from Ellie Voight, who is majoring in Public Health at UNC Greensboro, about social media - both the good and the not-so-good. We also hear about the struggles many young women have in comparing themselves to others and how social media only makes that more difficult to deal with. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional. Visit https://theyouthalliance.com/resources/help-hotlines/ for a list of hotlines and emergency resources for young people provided by The Youth Alliance.

In this episode, we hear from Rev. Sally Queen about perfectionism, the difficulties that come from comparing ourselves to other people, and how Scripture helps us to remember that we are "beautiful, wonderful creations", loved by God. Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional. Visit https://theyouthalliance.com/resources/help-hotlines/ for a list of hotlines and emergency resources for young people provided by The Youth Alliance.

In this episode, we hear from Rebecca Douglass about the importance of faith, dealing with doubts, and her own faith journey.  Disclaimer: Wisdom for the Journey is intended to be helpful and informative, but it is not a substitute for the help of a mental health professional. If you are struggling with any kind of mental health issue, please tell a responsible adult, your doctor, or a mental health professional. Visit https://theyouthalliance.com/resources/help-hotlines/ for a list of hotlines and emergency resources for young people provided by The Youth Alliance.