From Survival to Success: How One Woman Transformed Pain into Resilience | Kerry Taft | Episode 84
Created Worthy - Leader's Life Stories & Creative Processing
Release Date: 10/29/2024
Created Worthy - Leader's Life Stories & Creative Processing
What kind of fruit is growing in your life right now? And what happens when it’s more weeds than fruit? In this episode of the Created Worthy Podcast, Danielle and Sherita process the fruit of the Spirit in real time — asking big questions, pulling from Galatians 5 and 6, and reflecting on what it really looks like to walk with the Holy Spirit when you’re feeling distracted, overwhelmed, or just plain human. From self-inventory to spiritual growth metaphors, this episode is part heart-to-heart, part Bible study, part gardening lesson — and all grace. Whether you’re in a season of...
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What happens when trust breaks down—whether it’s with others, with God, or even within yourself? In this episode of the Created Worthy Podcast, Danielle and Sherita explore what it means to rebuild trust after seasons of disappointment, confusion, or betrayal. From subtle moments of self-doubt to the big ruptures that shake our faith, this conversation is a deep dive into what it really takes to rebuild the bridge—gracefully, honestly, and one small promise at a time. Whether you’re struggling to trust others again, questioning God's timing, or realizing you’ve stopped believing...
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In this episode of the Created Worthy Podcast, Danielle and Sherita pick up right where they left off—this time diving even deeper into the real-time process of walking through rejection. From the physical and emotional toll of unprocessed rejection to the spiritual attack it represents, this episode is about truth-telling, warfaring with your words, and reclaiming your identity when rejection tries to write your story for you. Danielle and Sherita don’t hold back. They share what it feels like to process rejection while still in the thick of it—exploring everything from church hurt to...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners process the emotional impact of rejection, explore how rejection influences our sense of worth, and introduce creative processing as a way to reclaim identity and cultivate internal belonging. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ Why Rejection Hurts ✨ The Lie that We’re Not Enough ✨ Navigating External Validation vs. Internal Peace ✨ Consequences of Unprocessed Rejection ✨ Grounding Yourself in Belonging ✨ Danielle and Sherita’s Personal Insights on Rejection ✨...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners reconnect with the power of hope, especially during hard seasons, and introduce creative processing as a way to turn hope into a habit of resilience. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ What Hope is and Why it’s Essential ✨ Acknowledging Hopelessness ✨ Rebuilding Hope Through Action ✨ Practicing Hope for the Future ✨ Danielle and Sherita’s Personal Insights on Hope ✨ Creative Processing Exercise ✨ An Actionable Challenge for Listeners + SO MUCH MORE! ...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners explore the foundations of their faith, understand how to process doubts and disconnects, and introduce creative processing as a tool for deepening trust in what they believe. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ What is Means to Believe in Something Greater ✨ How to Process Faith During Challenging Seasons ✨ Why Faith Matters ✨ Danielle and Sherita’s Personal Insights on Faith ✨ Creative Processing Exercise ✨ An Actionable Challenge for...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners understand how comparison affects their self-worth, reframe comparison as a tool for growth, and introduce creative processing as a way to reclaim confidence and authenticity. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ The Toxic Effects of Comparison ✨ The Role of Social Media ✨ Why Comparison Feels So Personal ✨ Recognizing and Reframing Comparison ✨ Building Resilience & Self-Empowerment ✨ Cultivating Authenticity & Gratitude ✨ Actionable Challenge for Listeners + SO MUCH MORE!...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners understand the natural role of uncertainty, recognize its impact, and introduce creative processing as a tool to navigate it with confidence. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ Why Does Uncertainty Feel So Uncomfortable? ✨ Pushing through Fear of the Unknown ✨ Identifying the Source of Your Uncertainty ✨ Meeting the Human Need for Certainty ✨ Harnessing the Power of Imagination to Overcome Uncertainty ✨ Actionable Challenge for Listeners + SO MUCH MORE! Creative Processing Defined: Activating...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness help listeners understand the root causes of procrastination and perfectionism, provide practical strategies for overcoming them, and introduce creative processing as a tool to break the cycle. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ Why Do We Struggle with Procrastination & Perfectionism? ✨ The Hidden Cost of Both ✨ Processing Procrastination & Perfectionism ✨ A Guided Reframing Exercise ✨ Actionable Challenge for Listeners + SO MUCH MORE! Creative Processing Defined: Activating your...
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In this episode, Danielle Damrell and Sherita Harkness encourage listeners to reflect on how they engage in relationships and introduce creative processing as a way to improve connection. YOU are Created Worthy. The Episode Rundown: ✨ Relationships Are a Co-Creation ✨ The 7 Core Needs of Healthy Relationships ✨ Sherita & Danielle Share Personal Insights ✨ Why Do We Struggle with Relationships? ✨ Actionable Challenge for Listeners + SO MUCH MORE! Creative Processing Defined: Activating your creative mind to process a certain intention. CREATIVE...
info_outlineTrigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics such as absence abuse, childhood trauma, and suicide.
Born in Arizona and raised in Norway, Kerry Taft's journey is a testament to resilience and determination. Growing up in foster care and separated from her biological family for over two decades, Kerry's strength and perseverance have shaped her into the dynamic individual she is today.
Now residing in Cincinnati, Kerry is a proud mother to her daughter and a loving dog mom. She holds three degrees in Exercise Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology and has dedicated over 20 years to the fitness, health, and wellness field. Transitioning from her role as a University Professor, she has become a Systems and Automation Expert, leveraging her extensive knowledge to help business owners streamline and grow their operations.
At 40 years old, Kerry successfully runs a six-figure business, combining her expertise with a passion for helping others. She is an avid lover of wine, books, and puzzles, and has traveled the world, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and experiences. Fluent in five languages, Kerry embodies the Pippi Longstocking quote, "I have never tried that before, so I think I should definitely be able to do that."
Kerry's dedication to empowering business owners through her all-in-one business management operating system is unparalleled, making her a trusted partner for those seeking growth and efficiency in their ventures.
Kerry is Created Worthy.
The Episode Rundown:
✨ Moving to Norway at 10
✨ Raised by a Single Mom in an Abusive Household
✨ Speaking 5 Languages
✨ Dance as an Escape
✨ Entering Foster Care at 13
✨ The Support of a Foster Family
✨ Attempting Suicide as a Teen
✨ Opening a Dance Studio and Exercise Clinic
✨ Physical Therapy For Your Heart (aka a Clinical Exercise Physiologist)
✨ A Calling to Help Others
✨ Creating Taft Systems
+ SO MUCH MORE!
KERRY’S CREATIVE PROCESSING METHOD: Writing
Creative Processing Defined: Activating your creative mind to process a certain intention.
CONNECT WITH KERRY TAFT:
WEBSITE - TaftSystems.com/CRM
EMAIL - [email protected]
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Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com
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