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We live in a culture that disciples us daily with the advice to "follow your heart" and "live your truth." But for a leader carrying real responsibility, this advice is dangerous. If you only did what you felt like doing, your inbox, your marriage, and your walk with God would likely be a dumpster fire.

In this episode, Jim challenges the cultural mantra of "follow your heart" and breaks down why your emotio...

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Leading a business or ministry often feels heavy. The human brain is wired for survival, meaning we default to detecting threats rather than seeing blessings. In this episode, Jim dives into why gratitude isn't just a mood—it is a spiritual safeguard and a leadership strategy.

Jim breaks down the science of the "negativity bias," the theology of thanksgiving as warfare, and the four major pressures every lea...

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On the days when your mind is foggy, your body is tired, and your energy runs thin, leadership feels heavier than usual. In this honest, unpolished, and deeply human episode, Jim speaks from a place of real exhaustion to answer a question every faith-driven creator and leader faces: What do you do when your capacity is low, but responsibilities remain?

If you're navigating chronic illness, mental fatigue, aut...

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What does it take to lead when you feel like you're falling apart? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Jim sits down with Richard Kaufman—The Comeback Coach, a veteran, and a Christian leader who has navigated a 36-year recovery journey, bipolar disorder, and a past suicide attempt to build a life of profound impact.

This episode is a masterclass in resilience for any leader who feels broken, burnt out,...

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Do you have a brilliant idea or a clear calling from God, only to find yourself stuck in a cycle of procrastination and perfectionism? This isn't a character flaw—it's self-sabotage, and it's one of the most common struggles for Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators. Jim Burgoon reveals that this behavior is often a symptom of a much deeper wound: self-abandonment.

In this episode, discover why it f...

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Are you living in "functional burnout"—doing the motions but feeling empty inside? This episode is a lifeline for Christian leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators caught in the cycle of hustle culture and over-functioning. Jim Burgoon breaks down the signs of burnout, shares his personal experience with trauma and C-PTSD, and reveals why you can't just "rest your way" out of exhaustion.

Discover a powerful 4-p...

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Are you tired of chasing the myth of "work-life balance"? In this game-changing episode, Jim Burgoon reveals why this popular concept is a perfectionist trap that leads to exhaustion, and offers a powerful, biblical alternative: living in your divine rhythm. Blending psychology and scripture, Jim explains how to shift from a life of anxious control to one of surrendered peace. This episode is a lifeline f...

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What happens when God asks you to walk away from everything safe and start over?

In this deeply honest conversation, leadership coach and consultant Shylla Webb joins Jim to share her powerful story of waking up at 3 a.m. with a clear word from God: “Resign.” That single moment launched a journey from burnout and fear to holistic, Spirit-led leadership.

Together, they unpack what it means to integra...

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In this raw and deeply personal episode of The Unshakable Life, Jim shares his talk from The Mountain Summit, where he opened up about grief, trauma, and the cost of running from pain. Through faith-filled storytelling and practical truth, Jim reveals how avoidance keeps us stuck, how grief really works, and how healing becomes the foundation of the legacy God wants to build through us.

If you’ve been num...

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What do you do when life throat-punches you for the 50th time and you feel like staying down? In this episode of The Unshakeable Life, Jim Burgoon gets brutally honest about exhaustion, burnout, and failure—and the one thing that keeps us standing when everything else crumbles.

Drawing from personal stories of ministry wounds, entrepreneurial failures, and even the grief of losing his mom, Jim shares why ...

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In this kickoff manifesto episode, Jim shares the story behind The Unshakable Life, why burnout and people-pleasing are crushing leaders, and the five pillars to build a life that cannot be shaken.

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Everything isn’t falling apart—it’s falling into place.

In this manifesto episode, Jim Burgoon unpacks the journey behind The Unshakable Life podcast and why he felt called ...

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Setbacks don’t just drain your bank account or momentum—they hit your identity. In this raw and practical episode, Jim unpacks the hidden weight of setbacks, the emotional and psychological toll they take, and how faith reframes the entire story.

From surviving trauma to navigating chronic illness and failed business attempts, Jim shares how resilience isn’t about pretending you’re unshakable—it’s about learn...

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What’s the #1 tactic the enemy uses when he can’t defeat you? Distraction. In this episode, Jim explores why distractions are more than just lost time—they rob you of clarity, creativity, and calling. From the “rocking chair effect” of busyness that feels like progress but goes nowhere, to perfectionism and the fear of being seen, Jim unpacks both the psychological and spiritual sides of distraction. Anchore...

How to set healthy boundaries without guilt, protect your peace, and create with freedom as a faith-driven leader.

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What is something every creator needs, many talk about, but few actually enforce? Boundaries.

In this episode, Jim unpacks why boundaries are essential for your mental, emotional, and spiritual health—and why defining them isn’t enough. You’ll discover what it looks like to actually ...

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Influence looks shiny on Instagram—but what you don’t see are the hidden costs. In this episode of Online Business for Christian Creators, Jim exposes 7 dark realities of chasing influence—from applause addiction to curated vulnerability, clout-chasing, burnout, and brand silencing.

But this isn’t just a takedown of influencers. You’ll also hear the flipside: how to build influence that actually lasts, roote...

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If you’ve ever felt like life was unbearably heavy—so heavy you wanted to quit—you’re not alone. In this raw and practical episode, Jim Burgoon opens up about depression, burnout, and what Scripture and psychology both reveal about navigating soul-tired seasons.

Through biblical truth, psychological research, and lived experience, Jim shares why heaviness doesn’t disqualify you from your calling—and the surprisi...

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People pleasing isn’t kindness — it’s often a slow drain on your calling, your health, and your walk with God. In this episode, Jim unpacks the psychology behind approval addiction, the biblical truth about boundaries, and why saying “no” might be the most spiritual word in your vocabulary.

You’ll discover how to protect your alignment, break free from chains of constant “yes,” and move from earning love to livi...

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Ever wonder why the stories you keep telling yourself seem to hold you back? You’re not alone.

In this milestone episode, Jim Burgoon digs deep into the anchor points—the repeated stories that shape your mindset and ultimately your life. From battling the lie “I have no talent” to confronting scarcity and performance traps, Jim unpacks three faith-based mindset shifts that unlock your God-given potential.

If you’...

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Ever feel like your life is too messy to lead anything meaningful? You’re not alone.

In today’s raw and timely episode, Jim Burgoon gets honest about what it really looks like to lead, create, and build when your behind-the-scenes life feels like chaos. From chronic illness and burnout to self-doubt and spiritual fatigue, Jim unpacks why your imperfections don’t disqualify your mission—they may actually refi...