Dr. Martina Moore is a counselor, educator, and leader at John Carroll University. In this episode, she shares how learning to trust yourself — especially in moments of uncertainty — can open the door to something bigger. Through her own story, she reflects on how gratitude, courage, and a willingness to move through fear helped her recognize her calling and take the next step, even when it didn’t make sense to others.
InFormation is hosted by Carolyn Noll Sorg, President-Elect of John Carroll University. This is Episode 2.
Dr. Martina Moore is a faculty member and leader in John Carroll University’s counseling program. Before coming to JCU full time, she spent 15 years building her own practice. Over time, she found herself most energized when working with and mentoring students, and began to notice a quiet but persistent sense that she was meant to do more of that work.
That realization led her to make a bold and deeply personal decision: to return for her Ph.D. and step fully into teaching. In this conversation, she reflects on what it means to listen to that inner voice, to trust it, and to say yes to what comes next.
Inspired by this episode, take a moment to reflect:
Dr. Moore reminds us that clarity doesn’t always come all at once. Sometimes, it begins with a feeling — and grows when we have the courage to follow it.