Release Doubt, Reveal Purpose

Sylvia Worsham
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Dive into the inspiring world of “Release Doubt, Reveal Purpose with Sylvia Worsham,” where each episode unfolds the remarkable journey of transformation and self-discoveries so you too can transform any area of your life on the path to your soul’s true purpose.

  1. 20h ago

    From Burnout To Balance With Three Simple Prompts with Jobert Abueva

    Send us Fan Mail Burnout can look like success right up until the moment your body refuses to cooperate. We’re joined by Jobert Abueva, originally from the Philippines, who shares what happened when years of nonstop global travel and high-stakes performance finally caught up with him and dropped him into a breaking point in a Hong Kong hotel room.  What follows isn’t a quick fix. It’s an honest look at how sustainable change actually happens when you’re exhausted, lonely, and tired of living for everyone else’s definition of winning. We dig into Jobert’s three-question reset for any transition:  What’s working? What can I set down? What lessons are these years trying to teach me?  From journaling and facing hard patterns to stepping away from a draining role and returning to a childhood passion for writing, Jobert lays out practical ways to reconnect with your values, your mental health, and your sense of purpose. We also talk about achievement culture, people pleasing, and why the “clues” to your authentic self often show up early, then get buried under pressure and expectations. Jobert breaks down his book, The Janus Plan , and the six-step approach he uses to reflect on the past, set meaningful goals, declutter life’s noise, build supportive rituals, and revisit commitments throughout the year. If you’re searching for work-life balance, a faith-informed reset, and a clear framework for personal growth without guilt or performative hustle, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review to support the show. What’s one thing you’re ready to set down today? To connect with Jobert visit his website: https://joberteabueva.com/book/ Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  2. Sep 28

    How Chronic Stress Turns Into Inflammation with Kristen Renee Appleby

    Send us Fan Mail Your body doesn’t “randomly” fall apart. Sometimes it raises its voice after years of being ignored. Sylvia Worsham sits down with author and coach Kristen Renee Appleby to unpack how chronic stress, perfectionism, and hiding our authentic selves can trap us in a fear-based survival loop and how that loop can show up as inflammation, panic, burnout, and even autoimmune disease.  If you’ve been pushing through exhaustion while telling yourself you’re fine, this conversation offers a different lens: what if your symptoms are communication, not betrayal?  Kristen shares her story as a high-achieving corporate professional and avid runner who faced a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, years of flare-ups, and the exhausting cycle of trying to “fix” symptoms without changing the foundation. We talk nervous system regulation, why imagination and purpose can feel impossible when you don’t feel safe, and the surprisingly powerful practice of returning to the present with “I’m safe right now.” Together, we explore how beliefs formed in early life become patterns that shape health, relationships, and career and how healing starts when we stop bypassing pain and learn to sit with it.  The conversation also connects physical wellness to financial wellness. Kristen explains how scarcity, avoidance, and low self-worth can create a “money wound,” and she breaks down how her book, Healing the Money Wound, applies the same rebuild framework through a focused 12-day reset, webinars, and community support. You’ll walk away with practical micro-shifts, a clearer understanding of the stress-inflammation connection, and real hope that change is possible one choice at a time.  If this resonates, subscribe, share the episode with a friend who’s running on empty, and leave a review so more people can find the path from doubt to purpose. What’s one small shift you can make today to feel safe in your body? To connect with Kristen Renee visit her website at https://kristenreneehealing.com/shop/ or connect with her on Instagram @kristenreneehealing Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  3. Sep 21

    Ending Child Bedlessness with Founder Luke Mickelson

    Send us Fan Mail A six-year-old girl had never slept in a bed, and when one finally arrived, she hugged the post and kissed it like it was her mom. That moment is the spark behind Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit taking on a problem most people never even see: child bedlessness, kids sleeping on floors, couches, pallets, or in overcrowded rooms because a bed slips behind rent, food, and survival. We sit down with founder Luke Mickelson to trace how a farm kid from Idaho, wrestling with fear, doubt, and a quiet faith fog, stumbled into purpose through a simple act of service. Luke shares the first bunk bed build with his Boy Scout troop, the “tiny moment” that pushed him to build again with his own kids, and how a single Facebook post revealed just how widespread the need was in his own community. From there, the story expands into the real mechanics of scaling a nonprofit: creating local chapters, supporting volunteers, partnering with agencies, and building a model that communities can copy to serve families fast. We also dig into what makes volunteer programs actually work, why the volunteer experience matters as much as the mission, and Luke’s three-step “tiny moments” framework for turning compassion into action. If you care about kids, community service, nonprofit leadership, or finding purpose through serving others, this conversation will stay with you. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can help get kids off the floor and into a bed. To learn more about Luke and his amazing organization visit his website: https://lukemickelson.com/ or Sleep in Heavenly Peace's website at:  https://shpbeds.org/ Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  4. Sep 14

    Singing Through Fire with Author & Former Federal Prosecutor Lara Silverman

    Send us Fan Mail Your dream finally comes true and then, in the second week, your body collapses. That’s where Lara Silverman’s story starts, and it’s why this conversation goes straight to the questions most of us whisper in the dark: What do you do with faith when healing doesn’t come, when God feels silent, and when your old life is gone? We talk with Lara, a Stanford Law grad and former federal prosecutor, about living with a rare neurological vertigo disorder that has kept her largely bedridden for years. She shares the humbling details of disability, the exhaustion of endless treatments, and the moment God calls her not just to endurance, but to acceptance.  From there, we grapple with jealousy, bitterness, and the daily task of surrender, using Scripture as an anchor when emotions surge and comparisons rob us of joy. Then the plot twists.  Laura meets Matt, a brilliant scientist, missionary, and youth pastor who is also facing terminal cancer. Their relationship becomes a “mutual grief” love story, followed by the crushing reality of widowhood. Laura explains how God sustains her through community, timely encouragement, humor, worship, and a deeper theology of suffering, and she shares what she’s creating next, including a screenplay inspired by her memoir Singing Through Fire. If you’re searching for Christian encouragement for grief, chronic illness, trusting God in hardship, surrender, and purpose in suffering, this one will stay with you.  Subscribe, share with a friend who’s carrying a heavy load, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. To purchase Lara's book or connect with her visit her website at: https://larasilverman.com/ or to view her cinematic book trailer visit: https://youtu.be/TDcUeQrbVZk or to purchase her book, Singing Through Fire visit this link:  https://books2read.com/singingthroughfire Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  5. Sep 7

    How Pride Starts Spiritual Collapse And How Intimacy With God Stops It with Author Michael J. Muccio

    Send us Fan Mail Something tries to keep this conversation from happening, and that becomes part of the point.  When fear, doubt, and worry flare up right as you’re moving toward growth, it’s easy to assume you’re failing or that the people around you are the problem. I sit down with Michael J. Muccio, speaker and author of Evil’s First Breath, to talk about what’s really happening beneath the surface and how intimacy with God becomes a practical, daily way to overcome spiritual pressure. Michael shares the story behind a vision he received 35 years ago and why he waited to write it, plus what he learned about pride, self reliance, and the “slow rebellion” that can pull any of us off course. We explore the origin of evil through a first principles thinking lens, then bring it straight into real life: marriage conflict, identity attacks, anxiety, and the moment by moment choice to cast your cares on God. We also unpack what humility actually is (and what it is not), using Scripture like 1 Peter 5:7, Galatians 2:20, and John 15 to ground the conversation in clear spiritual practice. You’ll walk away with simple steps you can use immediately: how to pray when emotions spike, how to stop spirals of blame, how to build gratitude without slipping into toxic positivity, and how to invite the Holy Spirit into decisions and relationships. If you’ve been craving deeper Christian spiritual growth, stronger discernment, and a faith that holds up under stress, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a reset, and leave a review so more people can find the show and step into their purpose. To connect or work with Michael J. Muccio visit his website at: https://michaeljmuccio.com/ or go directly to Amazon to purchase have his latest book, Evil’s First Breath.  Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  6. Aug 31

    Small Steps That Quiet Imposter Syndrome with Leadership Coach Kurt Bush

    Send us Fan Mail You can be talented, called, and experienced and still feel like an imposter the moment you’re asked to speak up. That split-second fear of being exposed is exactly what we unpack with Kurt Bush, an ordained minister and leadership coach who knows what it’s like to hover over “submit” and wonder if this is the day everyone finds out you don’t belong. We trace imposter syndrome back to the beliefs our nervous system learned in childhood, including the quiet “little-t” moments that teach us we are only safe when we perform. Kurt shares how seminary and early pastoral leadership triggered his fear around smarter people at the table, and how coaching helped him move from intellectual insight to real change. The turning point is practical: small steps, repeated over time, until your lived experience finally matches the truth that you are wanted, welcome, and capable. Then we zoom out to authenticity and purpose. We talk about faith and identity, why transformation is participation with God rather than white-knuckle willpower, and how asking “What’s actually true?” can cut through the inner critic. You’ll also hear how Kurt’s team coaches groups to build courageous spaces through guided reflection, plus a free 10-day online guided solitude experience designed to help you notice what’s happening inside and reclaim clarity. If imposter syndrome has you exhausted, you don’t have to keep living that way. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show. To connect with or work with Kurt and his team, visit brimstonecoachinggroup.com Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  7. Aug 24

    How One Couple Sold Everything To Sail Around The World with Author Alison Gieschen

    Send us Fan Mail A dream is easy to admire from a distance. It’s much harder when you’re staring at the ocean, your life packed into a 42-foot sailboat, and the weather decides to test you on day one. I’m joined by sailor and author Alison Gieschen, who shares how she and her husband Dan stopped treating “sail around the world” like a someday idea and turned it into a lived reality through five years of preparation and eight years of bluewater cruising across dozens of countries.  Alison opens up about the personal breaking point that pushed her toward the sea: a brutal professional detour, a toxic work environment, and a lawsuit that left her depleted and searching for direction. From there, we talk about marriage on a boat, clearly defined roles, and why a shared mission can quiet so much of the petty conflict that follows us on land.  Then we get into the story that will stay with you: their first Atlantic attempt colliding with a perfect storm, massive waves, gear ripping free, and the decision that likely saved their lives.  Alison also tells the truth about what comes after survival, PTSD and panic, and the moment faith and timing collide when her sailing mentor, John Kretschmer, shows up three boats away right when she’s ready to quit. We also cover the real logistics of liveaboard sailing, provisioning for months, cooking with limited supplies, building cruising community, and staying connected with kids and grandkids while chasing the horizon.  If you’re craving purpose, courage, or a nudge to finally start your own bucket list dream, this conversation delivers.  Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find the show. To connect with, purchase any of her books visit Alison's website at: alisongieschen.com or visit and subscribe to her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingequus Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

  8. Aug 17

    A New Age Exit And A Faith-Fueled Healing Path with Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Dr. Laurette Willis

    Send us Fan Mail What if the breakthrough you keep praying for starts with one terrifying sentence: “I surrender”?  Sylvia Worsham sits down with Dr. Laurette Willis for a raw, faith-forward conversation about the real path from pain to purpose, and why God doesn’t waste a single part of your story. Laurette shares how childhood trauma, compulsive overeating, and years of New Age spirituality left her searching for peace in all the wrong places, until God interrupted her life with a question that changed everything: “What if everything you thought about God was completely wrong?”  From that turning point, we talk about what surrender actually looks like day to day, especially when you’re anxious, exhausted, or trying to control outcomes you cannot control. Dr. Willis breaks down trust in practical terms, including a powerful definition of trust as “leaning your full weight” on the Lord, and explains how renewing the mind is both a spiritual and deeply personal process. If you care about Christian healing, addiction recovery, and finding identity in Christ, this conversation stays grounded in Scripture while still being honest about the struggle.  You’ll also hear actionable tools you can try immediately: reading and speaking the Word of God aloud, meditating on Scripture in a Christ-centered way, and a guided “casting your cares” exercise inspired by 1 Peter 5 that helps you release the weight you’ve been carrying.  We also point you to resources connected to Laurette’s work, including Christian weight loss without willpower and Praise Moves, a Christian alternative to yoga. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs peace, and leave a review so more people can find this message. For the free gift Dr. Willis discussed on the show please visit:  http://ChristianWeightLossKit.com or http://ChristianMeditationKit.com If you wish to learn more about the ministry work Dr. Willis is doing please visit her website at: https://drlaurette.net/ Support the show To download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com

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Dive into the inspiring world of “Release Doubt, Reveal Purpose with Sylvia Worsham,” where each episode unfolds the remarkable journey of transformation and self-discoveries so you too can transform any area of your life on the path to your soul’s true purpose.

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  • Creator
    Sylvia Worsham
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    230
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