In this powerful episode of Prevailing Through Pain, Dr. Christal Foster opens up like never before — sharing how her upbringing, her struggles with depression, and her journey through leadership shaped the woman she is today.

As a pastor’s daughter turned physician, entrepreneur, and civic leader, Dr. Foster dives deep into the real cost of being "the strong one" — and how unspoken battles nearly broke her.

This episode explores:

The pressure of growing up in a high-expectation, high-visibility household

The quiet battle with early adulthood depression — and how she learned to heal

How being a high-functioning woman in leadership can mask internal struggles

Why setting boundaries and saying "no" saved her career and her peace

The journey from humble beginnings to launching a successful restaurant

Her message is clear: You don’t have to suffer in silence to lead with impact.

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Switching schools is hard. Doing it without your built-in best friends? Even harder.

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In this powerful episode of Prevailing Through Pain, we sit down with the honorable Rachel Proctor, Mayor of Dotto, to uncover her inspiring journey from a preacher's kid to a trailblazing leader. Mayor Proctor opens up about her humble beginnings, growing up in the church while balancing life in her family’s business, and how those formative experiences shaped her leadership and commitment to serving her community.

In This Episode:

Mayor Proctor’s upbringing and early challenges as a preacher’s kid (PK)

Navigating the pressure of being in the public eye while staying true to herself

How she overcame depression in her 20s and why mental health awareness is so critical for leaders

Lessons in setting boundaries, saying 'no,' and avoiding burnout in leadership roles

Her passion for civic engagement, starting from her involvement in HOAs and city boards

Insights into her successful entrepreneurial journey, including the opening of her first restaurant, Salata Salad Kitchen

Why building relationships and maintaining authenticity in leadership matters

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