Paige Leavitt is a mom or two and an army wife to Matt, who I interviewed last week. She is an out and proud bisexual and loves music, her family, and learning. Paige currently works as a medical assistant (we LOVE to see a women in STEM)! If you haven’t already, make sure to check out my conversation with Matt in the previous episode for another perspective on service, sacrifice, and family values.

In this heartfelt and vulnerable conversation, I sit down with my friend Paige to talk about her journey through the medical field and the passion she found for caring for others, inspired by her mother’s career as a nurse. Paige shares deeply personal experiences with mental health, including postpartum depression and suicide awareness, emphasizing the importance of listening, showing up for one another, and encouraging those in need to seek help.

We also explore broader themes of hope and resilience—how focusing on the good can keep us optimistic in a challenging world, and how family and connection can ground us. Paige reflects on her marriage to Matt, and the ways they navigate life and love despite differing political beliefs, showing that with respect and care, it’s possible to find common ground.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about mental health, suicide, postpartum depression, and political violence. Please listen with care and reach out for help if you are struggling.

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