The Identity Midwife Podcast

Kishea Boyd

Welcome to The Identity Midwife Podcast, where we create a safe space for women ready to locate themselves, heal from hidden wounds, and walk fully in who God designed them to be. Hosted by Kishea Boyd, this podcast leans into real conversations about father-daughter wounds, faith, identity, and purpose. Through storytelling, journaling prompts, and occasional guest interviews, you'll be encouraged to quiet the noise, process your journey, and rediscover your voice. Think of this as your weekly reminder that you are seen, you are heard, and you are not alone. Whether you're sipping coffee, driving to work, or sitting in your quiet place, let's take this journey together — one story, one prayer, and one step at a time.

Episodes

  1. Jan 12

    Calling Forth the 12: Why You Keep Delaying God's Call (And What It's Costing You)

    "When God calls you to show up, he does not expect you to come with everything intact. He's not waiting for you to be perfect. If you were perfect, you wouldn't need him. You grow while you go, and eventually the reward outweighs the fear." —Kishea Boyd   Some clarity cannot be unseen. When God reveals direction, returning to comfort starts to feel heavier than the risk of moving forward. Staying in limbo slowly drains momentum, purpose, and trust. In this conversation, Keisha addresses those who are not exploring faith casually but are wrestling with a specific call they have already acknowledged. She shares how obedience unfolds through movement, why fear does not disqualify us, and how delay quietly shifts what we were meant to steward. Topics include:  The hidden cost of waiting too long Why God does not require us to arrive whole How fear distorts timing and identity The danger of shrinking after hearing no Understanding assignment and alignment Why obedience is built on trust, not certainty When it is time to stop revisiting the same question   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 02:25 Facing Resistance– Excuses, Discernment, & Delays  03:15 Obedience & The Cost of Waiting  04:00 Your Unique Calling– Domino Effect  04:35 Overcoming Fear & Accusation– Walking in Faith  06:48 Keep Moving Forward in Obedience   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    10 min

  2. Jan 5

    Why You Can't Become Who God Called You To Be While Holding Onto Your Old Identity

    "The old version of you simply doesn't fit anymore, like shoes that are too small. You can keep wearing them and walking around uncomfortable if you want to, or you can size up and learn how to walk again." —Kishea Boyd   We reach a point where success looks fine on the outside but feels heavy on the inside. Old labels, safe environments, and expectations start to clash with what God is stirring beneath the surface. This message speaks to the tension of outgrowing who we used to be. Keisha walks through the spiritual and emotional work of releasing identities that no longer align with God's purpose. Her insight comes from personal surrender, deep reflection, and learning when to let go without guilt. Explore the episode and reflect on: Identity beyond titles like mother, wife, or friend Why growth often feels like loss before clarity arrives The fear and doubt that surface when God calls us forward Releasing relationships that cannot come with us How obedience sharpens spiritual direction Using silence, journaling, and prayer to realign purpose   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 02:10 The Cost of People-Pleasing and Losing Your Voice 03:30 Letting Go of the Old Self: Faith, Change & Unfamiliar Territory 05:10 Embracing Change: Permission to Grow and Move 07:10 Guided Journaling Exercise: Find Your Next Step 08:10 Embracing Your God-Given Identity    Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    11 min

  3. 12/29/2025

    Why Obedience to God Feels Uncomfortable

    "If obedience feels uncomfortable, that does not mean you hear God wrong. biblical peace is not comfort. Biblical peace is alignment, and sometimes alignment stretches you before it settles you. " —Kishea Boyd   Life with God does not always feel calm or safe. Many of us stay stuck because we believe peace should feel easy, and when it does not, we assume something is wrong. This conversation reframes discomfort as a sign of alignment, not failure, and names the quiet fear that keeps us circling the same decisions. In this episode, Keisha draws from her own spiritual formation to unpack how obedience often disrupts comfort before it brings clarity. She explains how doubt, resistance, and hesitation show up differently across seasons, yet point to the same invitation to grow. Press play and sit with the questions that matter right now. We explore: Why biblical peace is about alignment, not comfort How spiritual discomfort can signal growth instead of disobedience The difference between resistance and rebellion Why doubt often shows up right before a breakthrough Recognizing fear-based hesitation versus divine warning Letting go of people pleasing during identity shifts   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 01:10 Why Obedience Feels Uncomfortable 03:20 Overcoming Resistance in Growth 06:05 Breaking the Lie 07:05 Questions for Reflection   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services   Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    10 min

  4. 12/22/2025

    Embracing Change and Personal Growth

    "You are never going to feel ready in the flesh. Never. There will always be one more class, one more video, one more training, one more certification. Just one more thing you think you may need. That's not wisdom, that's fear dressed up as responsibility. God confirms before you feel ready." —Kishea Boyd   Growth rarely feels clean when purpose starts knocking. Staying in the same place can feel safer than moving forward, even when peace has already left the room. That tension is not failure. It is a signal. Keisha shares personal stories from life transitions, including retirement and identity shifts, revealing how fear shows up when destiny becomes real and how delay stretches the journey without canceling the call. Press play for a steady, faith-rooted conversation that names what fear hides and clarifies what alignment actually requires. Why resistance to change is not a lack of faith How limiting beliefs form from past hesitation and failure The difference between physical readiness and spiritual obedience What fear signals when purpose is getting close Finding peace through alignment instead of comfort The Crystal and Joy archetypes and what season they reveal Recognizing divine invitations through stillness and 2–3 AM wake-ups Asking heaven how identity is seen and named   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 02:37 Understanding the Calling and Mindset  05:47 Personal Stories and Encouragement  09:39 The Role of Fear and Seeking Clarity  11:17 There is No Pressure, Only Alignment   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    13 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    You Are Not Alone

    "Your story does not end where the pain began. Your identity is not determined by who showed up or who didn't. Your identity is determined by the God who has been present in every chapter." —Kishea Boyd   There are moments when the people meant to guide us fall short, and the questions about identity grow louder. The search for where we belong does not disappear with age or faith. It simply waits for truth to meet us where we are. In this episode, Keisha shares the story of discovering her biological father as a teenager and realizing that human answers were never meant to carry the full weight of identity. That journey led to a deeper dependence on God and shaped the work she now carries for women seeking healing, alignment, and spiritual clarity. Press play for a grounded, faith-centered conversation that reminds us where identity is truly formed and why no story is finished yet.   In this episode:   Discovering identity beyond father wounds God's presence in identity discovery Redemption and healing through Jesus The vision behind The Locate Journey for women Spiritual alignment, accountability, and sisterhood Stepping out of hiding and embracing purpose   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Episode Highlights: 01:15 Speaking to the Woman Who Is Tired but Still Trying 04:55 My Identity Shift Began at 14 08:40 Your Pain Is Not the End of Your Story 12:39 Introducing the Locate Journey 17:10 Your Yes Will Shift Generations 21:00 Breaking Fear, Shame & Delay 26:20 Nothing About Your Story Is Wasted   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    25 min

  6. 12/08/2025

    Calling Forth the First Voice with Jennifer Jeannette

    "Healing was very messy but beautiful at the same time, because God healed my heart in the process of it." —Jennifer Jeannette   Some wounds sit quietly in the heart until life makes them impossible to ignore. Many women carry old patterns from childhood without realizing how deeply those stories shaped their identity. This episode opens space for honest conversations about healing, worth, and the slow work of becoming whole again. Healed Girls Love Founder Jennifer Jeannette shares her journey from rejection, abandonment, and reversed family roles to discovering the Father's love and learning how to build a life rooted in truth. Her story shows how early wounds can shape relationships, choices, and self-belief until real healing begins. Press play for a heart-shaking reminder that God still meets women in the middle of their mess and leads them into purpose.   Key topics covered: • Mother wounds and father wounds • Childhood rejection and identity struggles • Patterns of performance, chasing love, and self-blame • Healing through inner work and faith • Breaking silent agreements formed in childhood • How God revealed unconditional love • The messy parts of healing nobody talks about • Purpose, calling, and restoration for women   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 02:33 Meet Jennifer: Mother Wounds and Father Wounds  05:47 Childhood Role Reversal  08:42 What Love Finally Felt Like  09:59 The Real Healing Process: Messy, Raw, and Layered 14:37 Identity Shift: From Chasing Love to Becoming Love  16:23 Locate Cohort Launching Soon!    Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Jennifer:  Jennifer Jeannette is a minister, speaker, author, singer, songwriter, and jewelry designer. She is passionate about teaching women how to heal their hearts and fill them with love, while also empowering them to walk boldly in their God-given purpose. Jennifer is the founder of the brand and ministry Healed Girls Love.   Website Shop Instagram  Facebook  TikTok

    21 min

  7. 12/01/2025

    From Hidden to Called

    "Everybody loves to talk about the butterfly, but they skip the part that actually matters. The metamorphosis process is not cute. It's not quick, and is definitely not comfortable." —Kishea Boyd   Some seasons feel quiet on the outside while everything inside us shakes loose. We carry questions about identity, purpose, and why transformation can feel so heavy. These moments ask us to pause long enough to notice what God is forming beneath the surface. Kishea shares how her own hidden season became a turning point. Her walk through loss, shifting relationships, prophetic mentorship, and deep inner work shaped the identity midwife she is today and clarified her call to help women rise into who heaven already knows they are. Press play and step into a conversation that names the stretching, honors the cocoon, and reminds us that becoming is a holy work.   In this episode we cover: • The four prophetic stages of butterfly transformation • Why hidden seasons feel lonely but carry necessary rebuilding • How God dissolves false identity and rewrites truth • What the waiting room reveals about calling and timing • Kishea's story of grief, healing, and spiritual reformation • The power of prophetic covering and community • A clarion call for women ready to step out of hiding   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 01:14 From Brokenness to Butterflies  03:02 The Butterfly Blueprint— The Egg Phase  05:31 The Caterpillar Phase 06:38 The Chrysalis Phase  08:20 The Butterfly Emerges 11:10 How Pain Led to Purpose  14:43 Final Challenge: Respond, Don't Wait    Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    16 min

  8. 11/24/2025

    The Waiting Room

    "Your waiting room was not punishment; it was preparation." —Kishea Boyd   Some seasons stretch you so deeply that you start to wonder if the silence means you're stuck. But sometimes the quiet space is where God builds the kind of strength you can't see yet. There's a shift waiting for you on the other side of obedience, and it's closer than you think. In this episode, Kishea shares how God interrupted her ordinary day with an unexpected vision of a waiting room, revealing that women weren't moving forward because no one was calling them forth. Her own journey through insecurity, silence, and self-doubt became the foundation of her calling as the Identity Midwife, guiding women into spiritual metamorphosis. In this episode, you'll hear Kishea break down what it means to step out of your cocoon, recognize your hidden purpose, respond to God's call, and emerge as the woman you were always meant to be while learning how your obedience can unlock someone else's breakthrough.   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: Episode Highlights: 01:38 The Vision: The Waiting Room 03:42 Answering the Call  06:05 The Butterfly Work 08:50 Not Punishment, Preparation  12:51 Move Now, Not Later   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    15 min

  9. 11/17/2025

    The Mirror Moment

    "Everyone has an assignment. There's a group of people that you are assigned to, and they will not move until they hear your voice." —Kishea Boyd   There comes a moment when the noise fades, and what's left staring back at you isn't the woman you've been, but the one you were meant to become. It's not dramatic or picture-perfect. It's the quiet kind of change that happens when you finally see yourself through truth instead of trauma, and realize the old you no longer fits. For Kishea, that moment came unexpectedly in front of a mirror. Years of serving, showing up, and shrinking faded as she saw a new reflection staring back. That moment birthed a calling to help women rediscover who they are and walk boldly in their purpose without apology or delay. In this episode, Kishea shares how that mirror moment changed her life forever, the power of purpose coaching, how hidden seasons refine us, and why dominion starts with seeing yourself clearly.   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok   Episode Highlights: 00:54 The Mirror Moment: Seeing a New Me 04:35 Called to Free Other Women 06:03 The Purpose Coach Who Pushed the Shift 08:00 Stepping Into Leadership and Integrity  13:24 Dominion  16:12 Show Up for Yourself   Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services    Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    20 min

  10. 11/17/2025

    The Purpose Coach Who Saw Me

    "He's curating something personal between you and Him, so nobody else can take the credit." —Kishea Boyd   There's a difference between just getting through the day and waking up certain we're living for something that matters. All of us, at certain point in our lives, have reached a point where we wonder if there's more we're meant to do, a purpose only we can fulfill.  After retiring from the military, Kishea found herself searching for direction, far from any clear endpoint. Each new job and conversation nudged her closer to what resonated most deeply: a sense of purpose designed just for her.    Listen as this episode walks through finding meaning after big transitions, the role of faith and wise mentors, embracing unique talents, and practical ways to see purpose in each season, and how to spot the moments that can shape your path forward.   Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Episode Highlights: 01:24 Life After Retirement   03:14 Exploring New Careers 05:18 Discovering a Purpose Coach 07:04 Embracing the Prophetic 11:41 SHAPED and Purpose  17:15 "Well Done"  Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services     Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    21 min

  11. 11/17/2025

    Hidden Battles and Public Smiles

    "Protect your value. Cover yourselves. Be modest. You don't have to show everything to be seen. You're already seen by the One who matters. When it's God, you won't have to beg anybody to choose you. You will already know that you've been chosen." —Kishea Boyd   They say, 'the brightest smile hides the deepest pain'. And that is true for most of us. But if left unchecked, wounds that don't heal linger in the decisions we make and the love we chase. Yet, even if sometimes we feel more like a breaking point than a breakthrough, there is still hope waiting on the other side of heartache.  In this episode, Kishea opens up about trusting the wrong people, the sting of broken promises, the pain of loneliness, survival after heartbreak, the risky turns taken when faith wavers, finding your voice, and learning you're already seen.  Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Episode Highlights: 01:10 The Army Love 03:45 The Shock of Betrayal  07:07 Depressed And Smiling Through Pain 08:40 A New Path: Turning to Faith 11:07 A Reward That Wasn't: Betrayed Again 12:37 Running From Faith: Risk and Rebellion Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services      Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    19 min

  12. 10/31/2025

    I Was Told I Wasn't Enough

    "People assess, but God anoints. People label, but God names." —Kishea Boyd   Sometimes silence doesn't come from lack of words—it comes from the weight of being overlooked, mislabeled, or quietly disqualified. The moment you start believing those lies, they don't just quiet your voice; they rewrite how you see your worth. Welcome to the very first episode of The Identity Midwife Podcast!  Hosted by Kishea Boyd, this podcast was born out of a simple truth: so many women are strong for everyone else, yet quietly wonder who sees them. After two decades of service in the U.S. Coast Guard, Kishea found herself stamped with labels that whispered, "not enough". Yet what looked like isolation became preparation. Today, she helps women reclaim the truth of who they are without apology and without fear. In this episode, Kishea opens up about the season her voice went quiet and how God used rejection, shame, and silence to restore her confidence and calling. She dives deep into labels, leadership, faith, and the courage to rise when you've been told you can't.   This is only the beginning. Stay with Kishea each week as she walks with you through faith, healing, identity, and the tender process of becoming whole again.  Here, you'll find a safe space to breathe, unpack the hard stuff, and rediscover who you are right in the middle of real life.  You've been located, sis— and together, we're walking back home to who you've always been.     Connect with Kishea:  Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Episode Highlights: 01:00 Voiced Silenced 02:40 Alone But Encouraging Others 05:52 Calling Out Lies About Our Worth 07:30 Value Affirmation 10:16 Next Episode Preview  Resources:   Coaching Service: https://www.shapedonpurpose.com/services      Meet Your Host:  Kishea Boyd is a woman whose journey began not with triumph, but with a search—for identity, purpose, and the heart of God in every season. After serving over 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, where she honed resilience and leadership, she found her true strength not in uniform, but in faith. Rededicating her life to Christ in 1999 marked a turning point, leading her into ministry, mentorship, and a deeper understanding of who she was called to be. Through the joys of family life with her husband, Quinton, and their son, Kameron, and through the challenges that shaped her, Kishea has learned that God's love never lets go. Today, she lives to help others rediscover identity, healing, and purpose through Him.

    12 min
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Welcome to The Identity Midwife Podcast, where we create a safe space for women ready to locate themselves, heal from hidden wounds, and walk fully in who God designed them to be. Hosted by Kishea Boyd, this podcast leans into real conversations about father-daughter wounds, faith, identity, and purpose. Through storytelling, journaling prompts, and occasional guest interviews, you'll be encouraged to quiet the noise, process your journey, and rediscover your voice. Think of this as your weekly reminder that you are seen, you are heard, and you are not alone. Whether you're sipping coffee, driving to work, or sitting in your quiet place, let's take this journey together — one story, one prayer, and one step at a time.

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