Designed to Win : Ripple to Wave

daraleigh
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Education for Kids
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to Designed to Win by Dara Leigh, the podcast that empowers you to rise above doubt, defeat negative voices, and step fully into your God-given identity. Dara speaks to students, parents, creatives, dreamers, and those with learning differences — reminding each person that challenges don’t define you; Christ does. Here we talk about purpose, calling, mental strength, biblical wisdom, and how to navigate real-life struggles with grace and courage. Every episode is a reminder that you were created with gifts the world needs — and with God, you are designed to win. #DesignedToWin #ChristianPodcast #FaithBased #PurposeDriven #GodsPlan #IdentityInChrist #InfluenceWithPurpose #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #SpeakLife#PodcastLife #InspirationDaily #ChristianMotivation #ChristianLiving #MindsetShift #MentalHealthAndFaith #SpiritualGrowth #KingdomLiving #JesusFollower #WalkWithGod#ADHDSupport #DyslexiaAwareness #AutismAwareness #ExecutiveFunction #LearningDifferences #NeurodiversityAndFaith #SpecialEducationAdvocacy #504Plan #IEPJourney #FaithAndNeurodiversity#ChristianParents #MomsOfTeens #ParentingYoungAdults #CollegeStudents #TeenSupport #ChristianYouth #NextGenMinistry #YouthMentalHealth #FamilyFaith #StrongFamilies

  1. 5d ago

    Are You Ready? Back-to-School Tips for Teachers, Parents & Students

    Host Dara Leigh shares practical advice to help teachers, parents, and students prepare emotionally and practically for a successful new school year. Drawing from more than 25 years of experience in education, Dara talks about choosing a planner that works for you, creating daily routines, managing anxiety and stress throughout the school day, and preparing students to handle conflicts with empathy, confidence, and clear strategies. And there is something new since this episode was originally created! The Designed to Win Student Planner is now available as a digital resource to help students put many of these strategies into practice. It was created to help students stay organized, manage their responsibilities, build stronger routines, and approach the school year with greater confidence and independence. You'll also hear real-life examples and practical strategies you can begin using right away, whether you're preparing your classroom, helping your child get ready for school, or heading back to school yourself. 🎒 FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL RESOURCE: Download the printable back-to-school checklist and explore additional resources at daraleigh.com 📘 NEW — Designed to Win Student Planner: Explore the new digital planner and other resources designed to help students become more organized, focused, prepared, and confident throughout the school year. 🎙️ Designed to Win with Dara Leigh Watch on YouTube: Designed to Win by Dara Leigh Start this school year prepared—not just with the supplies you need, but with the tools, strategies, and confidence to win.

  2. Aug 7

    Pray, Protect, Stand: Preparing Kids for the School Year

    This episode urges parents, teachers, and caregivers to prepare children not only with supplies but spiritually and emotionally for the school year: pray over them, teach them Scripture, and help them stand for themselves and others. Listen for practical reminders to watch for changes, seek help when needed, encourage students, and commit to daily prayer and support so every child feels seen, loved, and protected. WEBSITE :daraleigh.com    click here:  https://www.dara-leigh.com/     youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh "

  3. Jul 31

    Panoramic Life: Seeing God's Presence in Every Moment

    Host reflects on a near-death testimony about seeing a heavenly panorama of life and how God witnesses every choice, both good and bad. The episode brings comfort in God’s constant presence and encourages listeners to stop dwelling on past mistakes, learn from them, and move forward toward the life God calls them to.   WEBSITE :daraleigh.com    click here:  https://www.dara-leigh.com/     youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh "

  4. Jul 24

    Finding Peace in Small Blessings

    The host reflects on grief, loss, and the choice to notice the small daily blessings that bring peace and hope. She shares a personal story of healing after her husband’s death and how intentional gratitude changed her home and heart. Practical encouragement includes writing down five small blessings each night, blessing someone else with a kind act, and drawing closer to God through prayer, worship, and community conversation (see her weekly Conversations with God series). WEBSITE :daraleigh.com    click here:  https://www.dara-leigh.com/     youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh "

  5. Jul 17

    Harvest is Coming: Don't give up God is working

    In this episode the host uses a garden and unexpected pumpkins as a metaphor for seasons of barrenness, sharing personal stories of healing, provision, and restored hope. The message centers on trusting God’s timing and recognizing that a harvest may already be growing even when we cannot see it. Listeners are encouraged to keep nurturing their faith—continue praying, speaking God’s promises, and taking faithful steps—because God is faithful and will bring the harvest at the right time.    website: dara-leigh.com            #DesignedToWin#DesignedToWinPodcast#TheHarvestIsComing#FaithOverFear#TrustGod#GodsTiming#KeepTheFaith#Galatians69#HarvestSeason#ChristianPodcast#FaithJourney#HopeInTheWaiting#GrowInFaith#GodIsFaithful#DaraLeigh

  6. Jul 15

    Can God Forgive Me? Finding Hope After Mistakes

    This episode explores the question "Can God really forgive me?" as the host shares personal struggles, reflects on Psalm 139:13–19, and explains how Jesus' sacrifice demonstrates God's unconditional love and forgiveness for every past mistake. Listeners are invited to accept Jesus, receive forgiveness, and find hope, healing, and a restored relationship with God, with encouragement to share this message with others who need it.   Visit my website dara-leigh.com for more exciting information and resources.

  7. Jul 10

    Keep Watering: Trusting God's Timing

    The host reflects on a barren patch in her yard as a metaphor for seasons of waiting and encourages listeners to keep praying, working, and trusting God even when growth isn’t visible. She emphasizes that God cultivates our hearts and timing matters, and introduces a new segment "Conversations with God" to answer listeners’ faith questions.   WEBSITE :daraleigh.com    click here:  https://www.dara-leigh.com/     youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh "   Christian Podcast Faith Christian Encouragement Spiritual Growth Waiting on God Trusting God Perseverance Hope Christian Living God's Timing Personal Testimony Inspiration Women's Ministry Purpose Designed to Win

  8. Jul 8

    How Do I Know When God Is Speaking?

    In this first episode of "Conversations with God," the host explores the question "How do I know when God is speaking?" She explains how God communicates through Scripture, inner promptings from the Holy Spirit, emotions, everyday circumstances, and confirmations from other people, and shares personal examples like praying for a stranger and receiving a comforting hug. Join her weekly on Wednesdays, submit your questions about the Bible or faith, and learn practical ways to recognize and respond when God speaks. WEBSITE :daraleigh.com    click here:  https://www.dara-leigh.com/     youtube: "Designed to win by dara leigh " #ConversationsWithGod #DesignedToWin #HearGodsVoice #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #TrustGod #GrowInFaith #RelationshipWithGod #ChristianEncouragement #WalkByFaith #WomenOfFaith #DailyFaith #JesusChangesLives #DaraLeigh

See All (76)

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Welcome to Designed to Win by Dara Leigh, the podcast that empowers you to rise above doubt, defeat negative voices, and step fully into your God-given identity. Dara speaks to students, parents, creatives, dreamers, and those with learning differences — reminding each person that challenges don’t define you; Christ does. Here we talk about purpose, calling, mental strength, biblical wisdom, and how to navigate real-life struggles with grace and courage. Every episode is a reminder that you were created with gifts the world needs — and with God, you are designed to win. #DesignedToWin #ChristianPodcast #FaithBased #PurposeDriven #GodsPlan #IdentityInChrist #InfluenceWithPurpose #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #SpeakLife#PodcastLife #InspirationDaily #ChristianMotivation #ChristianLiving #MindsetShift #MentalHealthAndFaith #SpiritualGrowth #KingdomLiving #JesusFollower #WalkWithGod#ADHDSupport #DyslexiaAwareness #AutismAwareness #ExecutiveFunction #LearningDifferences #NeurodiversityAndFaith #SpecialEducationAdvocacy #504Plan #IEPJourney #FaithAndNeurodiversity#ChristianParents #MomsOfTeens #ParentingYoungAdults #CollegeStudents #TeenSupport #ChristianYouth #NextGenMinistry #YouthMentalHealth #FamilyFaith #StrongFamilies

Information