What if your greatest setback became the beginning of God’s greatest purpose for your life? ❤️
In this inspiring episode of the You Are Worthy Network Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Lori Pfeifer Murphy—author, speaker, entrepreneur, faith-driven business leader, and co-founder of the Rising Tides Foundation.
Lori is the author of the powerful book Today Is the First Day of the Rest of Your Life, a message of hope that reminds us it’s never too late to embrace healing, forgiveness, purpose, and the courage to begin again. 📖✨
During our conversation, Lori opens up about her lifelong dream of attending cosmetology school, a dream she pursued immediately after high school. That decision led to an incredible 30-plus-year career in the beauty industry, including leadership roles with Aveda, where she developed a passion for business, leadership, and serving others. 💇♀️💼
But life took an unexpected turn.
Within a span of just three years, Lori lost not one—but two jobs. Those painful experiences left her questioning her identity and self-worth. 😔
Instead of allowing those setbacks to define her, Lori leaned into her faith in Jesus Christ and chose to grow through the pain. Today, she serves others through real estate, the title industry, speaking, writing, and as president and co-founder of the Rising Tides Foundation—all while encouraging people to trust that God can redeem every chapter of their story. 🙌
She was told us about taking her quiet times with the Lord on Facebook Live every day for a month now!
One of the most powerful reminders from our conversation was this:
❤️ “You are God’s child.”
And another piece of wisdom we all need to hear:
🤝 “Have the right people around you.”
If you’ve ever lost a job… questioned your worth… or wondered whether God still has a plan for your life, this conversation will encourage your heart and strengthen your faith.
🔥 In this episode, you’ll discover:
✅ Why your identity should never be found in your career.
✅ How God can use disappointment to prepare you for something greater.
✅ The importance of surrounding yourself with life-giving people.
✅ How faith carried Lori through some of her darkest seasons.
✅ Why every day truly can be the first day of the rest of your life.
📖 Be sure to pick up Lori Murphy’s inspiring book, Today Is the First Day of the Rest of Your Life. Its message beautifully complements everything she shares in this conversation and will encourage you to embrace the fresh start God has waiting for you.
🎧 Watch, listen, and be inspired!
👇 What was your biggest takeaway from Lori’s story? Let us know in the comments!
