Rachel Baribeau: Finding Joy Beyond the Game
Episode Overview
Rachel's journey from sportscasting to speaking about mental health and joy Her experiences with addiction, abuse, and loss The impact of her new book, 'Relentless Joy' Rachel's mission to inspire and offer hope to others The importance of sharing personal struggles for the benefit of others
I've been through addiction, abuse, losing everything, crawling back, an inordinate amount of loss and death. By the grace of God, I'm still here. And in those different facets of the things I've been through, people see something of themselves. You're not defective, you're not broken, and you're not weak. There is hope.
Ever met someone who can light up a room with their story? Rachel Baribeau is one of those people. In this episode of 'Anchored by the Sword', Rachel, a former trailblazing sportscaster, opens up about her incredible journey. She smashed through barriers in the sports broadcasting world, a field she dominated with grace and grit. But life wasn't always a highlight reel for Rachel. She faced serious mental health struggles, including suicidal thoughts, that changed her life's direction dramatically.
Now, she's on a mission to spread joy and hope wherever she goes. Rachel speaks at schools, churches, and other venues, sharing her story and teaching others how to find joy even in the toughest times. Her new book, 'Relentless Joy', dives deep into her experiences and offers a fresh perspective on finding purpose and happiness. Rachel's story is a powerful reminder that no matter how dark things get, there's always a way to find the light.