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Religious Hurt, Divorce, and Walking in Grace ft. Leslie Vega-Ward

August 4, 2022

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In this episode, Taylor is joined by brand and web designer Leslie Vega-Ward. Leslie shares her story of being “born in the pews” and how her religious upbringing shaped her teenage through adult life. She dives into how sexuality affected her marriage and ultimately led to a life-changing divorce. From confusion and anger towards God to a beautiful ending of partnership and love, Leslie shares her unique journey of divorce, heartache, co-parenting, and the ins and outs of major life change through the lens of the church. She also touches on her 14 years of entrepreneurship, her relationship with her kids as a business owner, and how she’s learned to walk and live through grace and love no matter the circumstances.

Looking for the noteworthmoments in this episode? We got you.

3:46 – Life with a Puerto Rican family.

6:21 – Leslie’s story of starting an online business.

8:08 – Being an extrovert vs an introvert as an online business owner. 

9:50 – The hardest part about being a mom and being a business owner working from home. 

15:14 – The one tip to make it through 14 years of entrepreneurship.

17:55 – Born in the pews; growing up in a devoted religious household and community.

24:16 – Leslie’s wake-up call when she first got divorced. 

32:01 – How sexuality led to Leslie’s divorce. 

39:15 – Family dynamics and religion in the midst of a divorce. 

45:24 – How Leslie’s divorce turned into a beautiful family partnership.

49:41 – Walking in love and living out grace. 

57:53 – Details about Leslie’s Unveiled Designer’s Retreat.

You can connect with Leslie on:

Instagram @leslievegadesign

www.leslievegadesign.com

Learn more about Leslie’s Unveiled Designer’s Retreat here.

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