Setting the Stage for Michelle's Story

A Traumatic Awakening

The Dark Path and Church Disappointment

Rebuilding Faith and Identity

The Power of Intentional Healing

A Decade of Growth and Transformation

Michelle's Journey Begins

The Church's Response to Trauma

From Purity to Stripping: A Journey of

The Turning Point and Spiritual Awakening

The Struggle to Find Purpose and Healing

Redefining Love and Relationships

The Quest for a Partner in Purpose

Navigating Past Relationships and Faith

The Importance of Spiritual Alignment

Attracting the Right Partner

The Power of Authentic Social Media Presence

Physical Attraction and Personal Growth

Church Experience and Singles Ministry

The Importance of Friendship in Relationships

Key to Love and Final Thoughts

The Key to Love Exercise

Finding Encouragement in Michelle's Story

The Importance of Men Covering Women

God's Timing and Taking Chances

Connecting with Michelle Valora

Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Kingdom Royal - A Home for Foster Boys

Podcast Wrap-up and Call to Action

What happens when innocence collides with trauma, faith wrestles with pain, and a woman refuses to let her wounds define her future?

In this deeply moving episode of "Dear Future Wifey", Michelle Valorae sits down with **Laterras R. Whitfield and Ashley R. Whitfield for a raw and transparent conversation about the chapters of her life she never imagined would become part of her testimony. From experiencing sexual trauma to navigating the world of exotic dancing while still longing for purity, purpose, and God's best for her life, Michelle courageously shares her journey of pain, survival, healing, and redemption.

With remarkable vulnerability, Michelle opens up about how trauma impacted her view of love, relationships, and her identity as a woman. She discusses the tension between her faith and her circumstances, the struggles she faced behind closed doors, and the transformative power of God's grace that met her in some of her darkest moments.

Together, Laterras and Ashley help unpack the complexities of healing, self-worth, forgiveness, and preparing for healthy love after heartbreak. Michelle's story serves as a powerful reminder that our past may shape us, but it does not have to define us.

For anyone carrying hidden wounds, battling shame, or questioning whether love, marriage, and a fulfilling future are still possible, this conversation offers hope, healing, and proof that God's redemption can reach every corner of our lives.

Her scars tell a story of what she survived. Her faith tells a story of Who brought her through it.

Class is now in session.

 

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What happens when innocence collides with trauma, faith wrestles with pain, and a woman refuses to let her wounds define her future?
In this deeply moving episode of "Dear Future Wifey", Michelle Valorae sits down with **Laterras R. Whitfield and Ashley R. Whitfield for a raw and transparent conversation about the chapters of her life she never imagined would become part of her testimony. From experiencing sexual trauma to navigating the world of exotic dancing while still longing for purity, purpose, and God's best for her life, Michelle courageously shares her journey of pain, survival, healing, and redemption.
With remarkable vulnerability, Michelle opens up about how trauma impacted her view of love, relationships, and her identity as a woman. She discusses the tension between her faith and her circumstances, the struggles she faced behind closed doors, and the transformative power of God's grace that met her in some of her darkest moments.
Together, Laterras and Ashley help unpack the complexities of healing, self-worth, forgiveness, and preparing for healthy love after heartbreak. Michelle's story serves as a powerful reminder that our past may shape us, but it does not have to define us.
For anyone carrying hidden wounds, battling shame, or questioning whether love, marriage, and a fulfilling future are still possible, this conversation offers hope, healing, and proof that God's redemption can reach every corner of our lives.
Her scars tell a story of what she survived. Her faith tells a story of Who brought her through it.
Class is now in session.
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CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
https://www.instagram.com/michellevalorae
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
https://www.instagram.com/laterrasrwhitfield
https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrwhitfield
&nbsp;
ORDER LATERRAS R. WHITFIELD'S NEW BOOK "STUDENT OF LOVE"
https://www.StudentofLove.com
&nbsp;
WANNA SEE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FOOTAGE? JOIN MY PATREON
https://www.Patreon.com/laterrasrwhitfield
&nbsp;
SIGN UP FOR THE MAILING LIST
https://bit.ly/LRWconnection
&nbsp;
PURCHASE "YOU (Dear Future Wifey)" Theme Song
http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1729993404
👑 SUPPORT OUR CAUSE
Donate to Kingdom Royale: Empowering foster kids to become royalty: https://www.KingdomRoyale.com
👕 MERCH
https://www.DearFutureWifey.com

Journey with me, Laterras R. Whitfield, as I discover, uncover, and recover love. From interviews with singles, married, divorcees, and maybe even those in polyamorous relationships, we promise every episode to be L.I.T. (Living Intentionally Transparent).

Dear Future Wifey

Journey with Laterras R. Whitfield and Ashley R. Whitfield, co-hosts of the Dear Future Wifey Podcast, as they discover, uncover, and recover love—together.

Created as a platform for Laterras’ public healing after divorce, the podcast has evolved into a powerful space where real love stories are told with honesty, wisdom, and depth. Now joined by his wife Ashley, the conversations expand to include both personal reflection and shared perspective on love, marriage, and growth.

Through candid dialogue with relationship experts, celebrities, and everyday people, Laterras and Ashley dive deep into the realities of relationships—exploring love, loss, healing, and what it truly takes to build something lasting.

Whether you’re searching for love, strengthening your marriage, or healing from heartbreak, Dear Future Wifey offers heartfelt insight, practical tools, and transparent conversations to guide the journey.

Subscribe and join Laterras and Ashley as they continue to live intentionally and transparently.

Journey with&nbsp;Laterras R. Whitfield and Ashley R. Whitfield, co-hosts of the Dear Future Wifey Podcast, as they discover, uncover, and recover love&mdash;together.
Created as a platform for Laterras&rsquo; public healing after divorce, the podcast has evolved into a powerful space where real love stories are told with honesty, wisdom, and depth. Now joined by his wife Ashley, the conversations expand to include both personal reflection and shared perspective on love, marriage, and growth.
Through candid dialogue with relationship experts, celebrities, and everyday people, Laterras and Ashley dive deep into the realities of relationships&mdash;exploring love, loss, healing, and what it truly takes to build something lasting.
Whether you&rsquo;re searching for love, strengthening your marriage, or healing from heartbreak, Dear Future Wifey offers heartfelt insight, practical tools, and transparent conversations to guide the journey.
Subscribe and join Laterras and Ashley as they continue to live intentionally and transparently.

Still Worth Loving (Guest: Michelle Valorae)

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