It’s so good to have someone help you work through this topic when it can be a challenge to know how to care for others. Kari Bartkus is a Spiritual Director to hurting Christian women but uses a modern-day letter-writing approach perfect for those drawn to quiet spaces and written words. Kari shares her acronym CARE from her book, Courageous Care: Helping others even when you’re afraid.   C - Courageously compassionate A - Authentically taking action R - Relying on God E - Ever mindful of the other person   How to care for others as either an introvert or an extrovert.   “We wa ..read more

In this episode of Created for This, I’m talking with Ron Simmons who served as a state representative, CEO of a wealth management company, and is a father and grandfather.   We’re talking about Ron Simmons’ book Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon. In this episode of Created for This, I’m talking with Ron Simmons who served as a state representative, CEO of a wealth management company, and is a father and grandfather.   We’re talking about Ron Simmons’ book Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon.   Intentionality - why has it been so important in your life, and why should it ..read more

Today’s guest is Kathy Dixon, founder and CEO of Oh Yes! Communications. Today she will guide us through how to grow a successful business, sharing the importance of organization, flexibility, and staying grounded in our day-to-day through faith and relationship.   In this episode, we discussed: Addressing our weaknesses in business and how to learn from them Her background as first generation and how it has contributed to her growth as a business owner Being aware of what God has for you and your business in His timing Learning to be flexible and balance life in different seasons ..read more

God's given us homes to steward, and steward them well. Melissa Whaley joins me to chat about our top three house management tips. These are tips that are practical and ones that can be implemented straight away. As moms, Melissa and I have 10 kids between us. We are giving you things that make sense as moms and business owners because we're right there with you! We also share perspectives from our husbands - these are good! (We want you to talk to your own husband about these things!)   Melissa's found on Instagram over at Trailblazing Homeschool or her personal account, Oh Hey Melissa W ..read more

I often hear “I don’t know how to start…”, "What do I need to do to get started," or “Is now the right time to start a podcast?”  So how DO you know if you’re ready to start a podcast? Is there an ideal time, audience size, or revenue goal that indicates you are “ready”?  How do you figure out *when* to take the leap?  Who better to help answer this question than Stefanie Gass!  Stef is the host of Online Business for Christian Women, a top 25 globally ranked business podcast which is amazing! Beyond the success of her own show, Stef has helped over 1,000 women start podcas ..read more

Today's guest is Katie Martinez, founder, and CEO of Elegantees, an ethically made fashion brand. She seeks to honor God through the branding, honoring her employees in the US and abroad, while fighting human trafficking. Katie has seen the brand multiply greatly, all credited to God's favor. In this episode of Created for This, Katie and I talk about: What led her to create her own clothing brand How she's seen God move as she's taken bold steps of faith What she expects for the future of Nepal (see the special invitation) How you can support the work Katie is doing through Elegantees You'r ..read more

Hard doesn't mean bad, especially when you look at the season through the lens of Christ.  The Bible verses I read were Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Here are three things that I've learned about hard seasons and what can be redeemed through this season. This season can: Reassessing your goals and values Grow your prayer life Increase your dependence on God and the Holy Spirit to sustain you I talked about the 4 R's of walking with the Holy Spirit and they are: Remember: you are never alone Rejoice: you don't have to work in your strength Request: spirit guide you in conversations (and daily life ..read more

Jena shares about her faith and trusting God in her artwork, and how she came to the realization of needing to rest in order to keep going and creating. This is a powerful episode with so many pieces of wisdom. Jena's Instagram A Spoonful of Faith Studio ..read more

Get the list of 5 Created Ways to Rest here. To join Make Room for Rest, my course on productivity and biblical rest, use this link and discount "getrested" for 40% off ..read more

  If you're interested in hearing more details about our trip, or tips and tricks for traveling, I posted our video on YouTube and you can access that here ..read more