The Worthy Woman|Rooted & Rising

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Karie McLain , a powerhouse mom, wife, and real estate agent who quietly fought a rare form of melanoma—all while raising her kids, building a top real estate agency in Colorado Springs, and creating systems that allowed her to live fully and enjoy her family. Karie’s story is one of grit, resilience, and courage in the face of life’s hardest challen...

In this episode of The Worthy Woman: Rooted and Rising, I sit down with Jessica Thompson—co-owner of The Electric Way and Founder of The Quiet Desk. Jessica is a powerhouse entrepreneur, homeschooling mama, law enforcement wife, and board member of Uplift, who also coaches women into stronger alignment with their businesses. She’s walked the walk, and her wisdom is rooted in real life. Together we...

🔔 Trigger Warning: This conversation includes sensitive discussion around miscarriage and infant loss. Please listen with care and know that your story, your grief, and your healing matter. In today’s tender and deeply honest episode, Shalesa sits down with Kelsi Cole—founder of Foreknown Ministries —to talk about the unimaginable pain of infant loss and miscarriage, and the sacred ground of heal...

In this raw and powerful origin episode, I take you back to the moment God whispered, “You’re going to Colorado, and you’re going to help women and children.” It didn’t make sense at the time—I was still struggling, still searching, and far from “ready.” But that whisper became the foundation of everything I’ve built: my healing, my surrender, my business, and The Worthy Woman Project. In just ove...

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of domestic violence, emotional abuse, and financial abuse. Listener discretion is advised. What happens when the life you’ve always known is steeped in dysfunction—and you’re finally brave enough to break the cycle? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Kristen Faith Sharpe , founder of Boss Babe Networking , Boss Babe Academy , and co-owner...

Seven years ago, I heard God say, “You’re going to move to Colorado and help women and children.” I was still drinking. I didn’t know who I was. I didn’t feel qualified—at all. But His voice was undeniable. And even though I didn’t believe in myself yet, I chose to believe Him. In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of how God called me into something far bigger than I imagined—from career pi...

Content Note: This episode includes open conversation around teen mental health and suicide. Please take care while listening and use discretion if this topic is sensitive for you or your family. In this special “Teen Talk” episode, I sit down with my daughter Paige for a raw, real, and often sweet conversation about what life is like for teens today—and what moms might be missing. From her simple...

In this deeply personal solo episode, I’m sharing the retreats that changed everything for me—not because they were perfect, but because they were sacred. From early moments of breaking open to clear visions and divine whispers, each retreat became a turning point. A yes. A deeper calling. And ultimately, the foundation for The Worthy Woman movement. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed,...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of financial abuse, emotional abuse, sexual assault, childhood molestation, rape and suicidal thoughts. Please take care while listening and step away if needed. In this powerful episode, I sit down with my courageous friend Shari, a woman who has lived through unthinkable pain—and chose to rise anyway. After surviving years of emotional and financ...

In this vulnerable solo episode, I’m sharing a part of my story I’ve never fully spoken out loud before—the season where alcohol became my comfort, my escape, and eventually, my prison. From wine coolers in middle school to nightly six-packs as a mom of three, I believed the lie that drinking helped me cope. But the truth? It was numbing the very parts of me God was trying to heal. This episode is...

In this powerful and honest conversation, I sit down with my friend Jen to talk about there real, messy and beautiful parts of motherhood, healing and finding your people. We open up about addiction, navigating hard seasons and the importance of community -- especially for women who feel like they're carrying too much alone!  Jen shares encouragement, wisdom and a reminder that you don't...

In this deeply personal first episode, I share the honest journey that led me back to my worth. From chasing perfection and battling fear to surrendering control and choosing obedience. This is the story behind The Worthy Woman|Rooted & Rising.  If you have Ever felt like you are not enough, or like you're too much-- you're not alone.  YOU were always worthy.  You just forgot. Let th...