In this special compilation episode, host Eileen Noyes weaves together insights from her most impactful conversations. From sharing wisdom about long-term NFL family life to navigating challenging relationship dynamics, this episode offers diverse perspectives on finding identity and purpose. Guests discuss beauty industry expertise, farm life realities, complexities of identity in professional sports marriages, sports journalism insights, and the truth behind NFL family life. Throughout these conversations, Eileen intertwines her personal journey of faith, purpose, and growth, inviting listeners to discover their own path to an "unsidelined" life where they step boldly into God's opportunities.

In this episode of The Unsidelined Life, Eileen Noyes welcomes Devin Schubert, whose signature orange attire symbolizes his refreshing authenticity in a world of convention. Devin shares the devastating moment he discovered his ex-wife's infidelity and how that crisis became just the beginning of an even more challenging journey. The conversation takes a dramatic turn as he recounts caring for his adopted son who faced severe behavioral challenges, leading Devin to the brink of death with a CPTSD (Complex post-traumatic stress disorder) diagnosis and just months to live. During this dark period, Devin describes a supernatural encounter that reframed his purpose and transformed his trauma into heightened spiritual awareness. Now a successful entrepreneur who reached six figures and conquered 100 speaking stages in a single year, Devin explains his mission through 'Stories to Stages' - helping people craft and share their stories across media. This episode showcases how extreme adversity can forge an unshakable identity and purpose that extends far beyond personal success.

In this episode of The Unsidelined Life, host Eileen Noyes welcomes Dr. Dequies Lanier, who opens up about her personal healing journey and the unexpected ways God revealed her true calling. Dequies shares how her attempt to control her environment actually masked deeper emotional wounds that needed addressing, particularly in the areas of love and relationships. She explains how a series of life challenges—including a diagnosis of OCD, surgery for fibroids, and emotional struggles—became the catalyst for authentic healing and self-discovery. The conversation explores the difference between isolation and true healing, with Dequies revealing how she moved from merely avoiding pain to actually working through it in community with others. Listeners will gain practical insights on recognizing when fear drives behavior, distinguishing God's voice from destructive thoughts, and the importance of emotional stability even during difficult seasons. This episode beautifully showcases how our deepest wounds often become the foundation of our purpose, as Dequies describes transforming her women's empowerment platform "WE Suite" into a space for authentic vulnerability and connection.