Is it possible to stop people pleasing when you have spent your entire life seeking approval from others? If you were raised in chaos and dysfunction, you probably spent your childhood years searching for connection and security in your life - and have now carried this pattern with you. Author Courtney Burg and I discuss helpful strategies for people pleasers, the impact of staying tethered to our family of origin, and how to build God-centered confidence.  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:13] Where Does The Pattern of People Pleasing Come From? [08:44] Implementing Healthy Confrontation Instead of ..read more

Have you ever found yourself pushing past the point of exhaustion even though you are completely overwhelmed and tired? So many of us are experiencing burnout and mental exhaustion yet we feel as if something is wrong with us for needing rest or we are scared of slowing down. Today I am joined by Jess Connolly, author of “Tired of Being Tired”, to talk about the importance of giving things over to God, ways that we can implement rest into our lives, and self-care for women (which goes much deeper than quick fixes).  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:27] “Receive God's Realistic Rest for Your Soul-De ..read more

Do you find yourself staying in your comfort zone because of anxious thoughts and fear of the future? I have seen so many women wanting to move toward what God has called them to do but have not learned how to move with fear. Join business coach and best-selling author Jennifer Allwood and I as we share about moving forward despite fearful thoughts, including how courage and confidence build as we work through fear (not vice versa). WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:27] We Must Choose to Work Through Fear Instead of Run from Fear [08:10] We Have Been Trained to Not Trust Ourselves  [11:39] If We Pay ..read more

We often hear about the fear of failure but there are so many more types of fear such as the fear of success that play a role in holding us back from our dreams. Listen in as I share Bible stories about fear, why it is important to face fear rather than run from it, and a few personal stories around how I am navigating my fear of success.  Need support in overcoming fear to fulfill the dreams God has put in your heart? If so, apply now for the Onward + Upward Collective - spots are limited! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [01:44] Where Does The Fear of Success Come From? [09:16] “Lord, Will I Be Able ..read more

Have you ever thought about how developing different character traits could make your current life transition easier? The traits we have ingrained in us are automatic responses, which can save us time and energy. Join me today as I talk about four different character traits with practical examples of how they can help us, why we need to be mindful of our thoughts, and how we can develop new character traits.  Want to work on building different Christian character traits with 1:1 support? If so, apply now for the The Onward + Upward Collective- spots are limited! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:32 ..read more

Ever desire to dream big for God and have expectant faith… but wonder, “how does that really happen when life feels hopeless and I have no idea how to make these dreams a reality?” Today we’re talking about taking the first step toward a dream (even when we’re full of fear and need help finding hope). Listen in to find biblical encouragement and to learn the first steps toward believing God to bring big dreams to fruition. P.S. We aren’t meant to make changes alone! if you want 1:1 help working through obstacles, and to find accountability, encouragement and community as you pursue God-sized d ..read more

Are you walking into a new life season and need personalized encouragement, accountability and community? If so, you’re in luck because I am welcoming the next group of women into The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program starting in April. Let’s talk about why this program is the perfect mix of goal setting and Christian coaching to help you live out the dreams that God has placed in your heart! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:58]  Desiring change? Get much-needed support in The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program [07:09] What makes this Group Coaching program different? [09:54] Study the ..read more

Tired of living exhausted from life’s everyday chaos? We’re each responsible for finding rest (mental rest and emotional rest) but how? Listen, we need accountability and community to create these new rhythms of rest, and today I’m sharing practical tips for mental rest and emotional rest, and also several powerful ways to create self-care rhythms in order to avoid burnout.  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [01:21] Alarming statistics about burnout [08:48] What is emotional rest? [13:35] How is mental rest different from emotional rest?  [22:45] Three ideas for emotional rest - let’s build rhythms ..read more

How’d you like some spiritual replenishment… while enjoying beautiful Italy?! I am thrilled to announce that I’m hosting a Christian Women’s retreat in September 2025 in Tuscany! Today I’m sharing the details of this life-changing retreat including our destinations, daily activities and of course all those amazing things about Italy like the food and culture! Listen to my conversation with Karolina, our trip event host and planner, and hear more about this intimate and personalized experience for women focused on soul rest. PS, If you are interested, sign up soon because spots are limited! WHA ..read more

Ever wonder “What is God’s purpose for my work? Does my work matter for eternity, even if I’m not a missionary or don’t work for a church?” Best-selling author Jordan Raynor and I share about unspoken mindsets in the Church regarding secular work and life purpose, the Bible’s surprising wisdom on the type of work God sees as valuable, and how to discover new enthusiasm for the daily work God’s given you in this season.  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [04:48] Is the Great Commission the Church’s Only Mission? [08:33] Are Those Called to Secular Work on the “Junior Varsity Team for God”? [11:40] “God v ..read more