Heather Estes shares her journey of discovering self-worth and developing the Worthiness Formula. She explains the importance of understanding one’s self-worth and the impact of trauma on one’s belief system. Heather emphasizes the power of core values and making decisions based on who you are. She discusses the potential of third graders and the decline of self-worth in middle school and high school. Heather also shares her vision for The Worthy Ranch, a program that provides respite and restoration for survivors of human trafficking and domestic abuse.
In this conversation, Heather emphasizes the importance of providing places of healing and breathing for those who have experienced trauma. Collaboration and care for caregivers are also highlighted as essential in the fight against human trafficking. This conversation delves into the toll that working with survivors can take on individuals and the need for compassion and support for those who provide care.
The role of prison in justice and rehabilitation is also explored, as well as the importance of partnerships and support for organizations like The Worthy Ranch.
To learn more about The Worthy Ranch, please visit its website HERE.
To learn more about the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force, please visit our website HERE.
Host: Penny Ronning
Writer: Penny Ronning
Producers: Penny Ronning, Ty Lowe
Editor: Ty Lowe
Sound Designer/Engineer: Ty Lowe
Music: Ty Lowe, Konstantin Klimov
Graphic Design: Rae Clark
Website: Justin Townsend
Heather Estus Bio
Heather is the founder and author of The Worthiness Formula, Worthy YOUniversity, and The Worthy Ranch. She is a mother of five and the oldest of eleven children on a mission to cure the “unworthiness” disease by providing all with a dose of “good enough.” She shares her proven method to help people tap into the innate worth we all possess. She helps people identify their core values to become confident decision-makers and teaches them to create a supportive community for their journey. Her audience includes professionals, organizations, and individuals.
Heather resides in Montana where she is using her 25+ years of nonprofit management and development experience to pursue her dream of building The Worthy Ranch, an equine facility for survivors of human trafficking and abuse.

