EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 40 MIN
From Fear to Freedom: Jesi's Battle with OCD, Grief, and Hope
from Designed to Win : Ripple to Wave · host daraleigh
Host Dara and her daughter Jesi share an honest conversation about Jesi's year-and-a-half journey through severe OCD, depression, grief, and suicidal thoughts, and how faith, therapy, community, and practical changes helped her find healing. They cover triggers like social media and hormonal/genetic factors, the power of reaching out, and Jessie’s new calling as the owner of Peace in Motion Dance Studio — a space to heal through movement — closing with a clear message of hope and encouragement. WEBSITE :daraleigh.com click here: https://www.dara-leigh.com/ youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh " #DesignedToWin #DesignedToWinPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #FaithAndHealing #HopeAfterDepression #OCDRecovery #HealingJourney #YouAreNotAlone #ChristianPodcast #FaithOverFear #MentalHealthAwareness #AnxietyRecovery #DepressionRecovery #SuicidePrevention #HopeInChrist #ChooseHope #GodIsFaithful #PurposeAfterPain #ReachBackMoveForward #HealingTogether
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In this special episode of Designed to Win, Dara and her daughter, Jesi, share an honest conversation about Jesi’s journey through OCD, depression, grief, and suicidal thoughts—and the hope, healing, and faith that carried her through. Together they remind listeners that no matter how dark the season may seem, God is always present, healing is possible, and no one has to walk the journey alone.
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From Fear to Freedom: Jesi's Battle with OCD, Grief, and Hope
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