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What does it really mean to live out your purpose as a follower of Christ? In this week’s episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with Anna McHaughlin for a powerful and refreshing conversation on trusting God in the middle, especially when it comes to discovering and walking in your God-given purpose.

Anna opens up about her own journey of trusting God through the unknowns and learning that purpose isn’t just about...

Today we’re kicking off a brand-new mini-series all about trusting God in the middle — those in-between seasons where the promise hasn’t fully come to pass, the prayers feel long, and yet we choose to believe anyway.

In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by my dear friend Cheyanne, who vulnerably opens up about her ongoing journey of believing for her husband’s salvation. Her story is raw, real, and such a powerful reminder th...

What does it look like to grow a thriving business without the hustle — one that honors God, your family, and your peace?

In this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with Stefanie Gass — Christian business and podcast coach, boy mom, seven-figure CEO, and host of the top 20 globally ranked show, Online Business for Christian Women.

Stefanie shares her personal journey of surrendering her own plans and le...

We made it to Episode 100! And today’s milestone episode is a heartfelt celebration of God’s faithfulness, obedience, and the power of speaking life.

In this special episode, I take you all the way back to the exact day I launched this podcast—how nervous and excited I felt, how unqualified I thought I was, and the unforgettable message a friend sent me after listening to that very first episode. She spoke life, purpose, and prophe...

As the year winds down and the holidays roll in, it’s so easy to lose momentum. Maybe you started strong this year - focused, intentional, full of faith…but somewhere along the way, life got busy. The calendar filled up, routines slipped, and now you’re tempted to say, “I’ll just start fresh in the new year.”

But what if you didn’t have to wait for January 1st to get back on track? What if this season, right here in the middle of ...

Ladies… it’s time to have the talk — the hormone talk! 😅 In this week’s episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I’m sitting down with the amazing Monica Topete, women’s hormonal health coach and host of “Are You There Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.”

We’re getting real about all things hormones — from what’s really happening to your body in perimenopause and menopause, to the foods that can help (and the ones that can make things w...

Ladies… it’s time to have the talk — the hormone talk! 😅 In this week’s episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I’m sitting down with the amazing Monica Topete, women’s hormonal health coach and host of “Are You There Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.”

We’re getting real about all things hormones — from what’s really happening to your body in perimenopause and menopause, to the foods that can help (and the ones that can make things w...

In this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with Brittany, whose faith was deeply refined through her battle with breast cancer in her 20s. What began as a season of fear and isolation became a testimony of courage, purpose, and unwavering trust in God’s plan.

Brittany shares how her diagnosis changed her perspective on life, motherhood, and calling — and how choosing to “do it scared” became her anthem ...

In a world that glorifies hustle, visibility, and constant noise, God calls us to something radically different — a quiet life. In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we dive into what it truly means to live a quiet life that honors God, based on 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12.

You’ll discover the difference between a secret life that isolates and a quiet life that cultivates peace, purpose, and integrity. Together, we’ll unp...

Motherhood is one of the greatest gifts from God, yet so many moms carry the heavy weight of guilt and shame. In this encouraging episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with guest Jennifer Bosma, speaker and encourager of mamas, to talk about how to release mom guilt and walk in the freedom Christ offers.

Jennifer shares practical, faith-filled wisdom on how to invite more of Jesus into your daily life with your chi...

Are you feeling both nervous and excited about stepping into something new? That mix of emotions—what I like to call being “nercivited”—isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s actually a sign of growth. In this episode of Overwhelmed to Overcomer, we explore the power of eustress—the “good stress” that motivates us to grow, take courageous steps, and walk in God’s purpose for our lives.

We’ll look at how anticipation (whether it’s starting ...

Welcome to a deeply personal episode of The Journey to Becoming. 💛 Today, I’m sharing my story of grief and healing after losing loved ones to suicide — and how, even 14 years later, God is still bringing restoration into my life.

Grief and joy are not opposites. They can coexist. 🌿 While grief is a natural response to deep loss, joy is a supernatural gift that flows from standing firm in God’s Word and His promises. In this epis...

Have you ever felt like you’re behind in life because things didn’t happen on the timeline you imagined? In this heartfelt episode of The Journey to Becoming, I open up about turning 40 and the lessons God is teaching me about time, growth, and trusting His perfect plan.

The world and culture want us to believe that success has an expiration date—that we should have achieved certain milestones by a certain age. The enemy wants to w...

Are you tired of feeling stuck in cycles of negative thinking and self-defeating narratives? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, I sit down with Christian mental health coach Karla Arges to talk about the power of our language, renewing our minds, and shifting from lies to God’s truth.

Carla has a passion for helping women break free from toxic thought patterns by combining biblical truth and science-backed evidence. Togeth...

Are you walking through a season of trials, pain, or uncertainty and wondering where God is in the middle of it all? In this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming, I’m sharing biblical encouragement to remind you that while God may not cause the trials we face, He never wastes them. Drawing from Romans 8:18, John 16:33, and 1 Peter 5:10, this conversation will strengthen your faith and give you hope when life feels overwhelmi...

Procrastination may feel harmless at the moment, but it’s actually one of the biggest silent killers of your dreams, goals, and God-given potential. In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, we unpack the truth about procrastination and why it keeps so many women stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated with their lack of progress.

You’ll hear surprising statistics about how procrastination impacts our daily lives, along with biblical ...

Have you ever tried to restart an old routine that once worked perfectly, only to find it no longer fits your life today? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, I’m talking about what it really means to “start again” with grace, intentionality, and God at the center. Instead of trying to force yourself back into a system or routine that worked in a past season, I’ll walk you through how to create a rhythm that works for where ...

In this inspiring episode of The Journey to Becoming, I sit down with content creator Talia Perez to talk about all things confidence with God at the center. 💛 We dive into why you glow differently when you know who and whose you are, and how true confidence comes from understanding your identity in Christ.

Talia is a refreshing voice in the online space—pointing everything back to the Creator of the universe, showing up authentic...

Welcome to Week 9 — the final week of Fruitful Girl Summer! 🌸 This week, we’re tackling a fruit of the Spirit that can be one of the hardest to master — self-control.

The world often tells us to “follow our feelings,” but God calls us to live led by the Spirit, not by our impulses. 💪 In this episode, I’m sharing what the Bible says about self-control, how it protects your purpose, and why it’s a key to living in freedom rather th...