Ep. 4: Called to Serve: Faith, Business & Brighter Days with Therapist, Yanada Essex

What happens when your work becomes part of your purpose?In this episode of Faith & Finance, I sit down with Yanada Essex, licensed clinical social worker, entrepreneur, and newly elected President of the Broad Street Business Association.What started as casual conversation turned into one of those deep talks about service, purpose, business, and what it really takes to keep going when life throws curveballs.From building her practice, Brighter Days, to surviving the setbacks of Katrina and rebuilding again, Yanada shares what faith looked like through uncertainty, entrepreneurship, and serving the community she loves.We also talk about:✨ How she knew social work was her calling ✨ Why some businesses become part of our ministry or service to the world ✨ The connection between money, stress, and mental health ✨ Entrepreneurship after setbacks (including Katrina & COVID) ✨ What makes a social worker different from a therapist ✨ How to know when it’s time to ask for help ✨ Why faith helps you keep showing up — especially when business gets hardOne of my favorite moments?Her saying:“If Jesus was here, He would be in the streets.”That one stayed with me.If you’re building something, rebuilding something, or simply trying to hold on to the dream a little longer, this conversation is for you.- Website: brighterdaysinc.com- Services available virtually in Louisiana & Massachusetts- Follow: Brighter Days Inc. on social mediaFor money systems, entrepreneurship, and practical financial tools from Yanada, listen to that segment on the Money Doctor Money Talk Podcast. podcast.yourmoneydr.comConnect with Yanada Essex / Brighter DaysContinue the practical side of the conversation