In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Lesleigh L. Wallace—a pharmacist who made a bold career change into full-time ministry. If you’ve ever wondered how to reinvent your life after 40, embrace singleness with confidence, or find your identity beyond your job title, this conversation is for you.
Lesleigh shares her personal story of transitioning from a successful pharmacy career to becoming the operations director in ministry, all while navigating imposter syndrome, grief over lost expectations, and discovering her true calling. She opens up about what it means to find joy, purpose, and peace—especially as a single woman in her 40s.
Together, Erica and Lesleigh explore:
How to shift your identity from what you do to who you’re becoming
Why singleness isn’t something to fix—it’s a gift to embrace
The power of curating your life, not settling, and trusting God’s timing
How to deal with loneliness, aging, and uncertainty with confidence and faith
Why surrounding yourself with life-giving people matters more than ever
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Career change after 40: How to pivot with faith and clarity
How to embrace singleness as a gift, not a limitation
Letting go of professional identity and finding your true purpose
Coping with loneliness and building confidence through faith
How to stop settling and start curating a life you love
Navigating imposter syndrome and listening to God's voice in transitions
Finding fulfillment, freedom, and joy in every season of life
Whether you're exploring a career shift, stepping into ministry, or learning to love your single season, this episode will encourage you to trust your journey and take bold steps toward the life you're meant to live.
Perfect for women over 35 who are:
Seeking purpose and direction
Exploring new careers or ministries
Struggling with singleness, identity, or loneliness
Looking for Christian encouragement and real-life inspiration
🎧 Tune in now and be encouraged to live a fulfilled life, love where you are, and remember: You are more than your age.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:53 Pharmacy Career and Patient Interaction
05:39 Transition to Ministry
08:19 Navigating Career Changes
11:07 Identity and Grieving a Career
13:55 Family Dynamics and Career Choices
16:39 Embracing Singleness as a Gift
24:30 Living Life to the Fullest
27:56 Choosing Not to Settle
30:25 Navigating Aging Positively
31:51 Coping with Loneliness
35:03 Finding Confidence in Faith
37:40 Encouragement for Women in Similar Situations
41:22 Pursuing Dreams Despite Limitations
