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124. This episode, inspired by one of our Patreon Besties, delves into the often times confusing emotions we encounter when we want to know if we need to quit something. Somer and Michelle give you part 1 this week which talks through the signs and symptoms that they've often felt when it was their flesh that was pushing them towards quitting. This conversation serves as a bit of a guide in helping you recognize when your impulse to quit is a selfish reflex versus a God-led command.

01:25 Exploring Personal Responses to Quitting
04:24 The Signs of When to Quit: Boredom and Discontentment
12:47 Quitting When It's Hard
16:33 Confronting Rebellion and Avoidance
23:38 Evaluating the Urge to Quit
24:12 When Quitting is the Right Choice
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In this episode, Somer and Michelle share some of their most valuable lessons learned from experiences working in corporate America and the marketplace before transitioning to ministry work. Coming from a variety of industries, including banking, retail, scientific research, fitness, network marketing, and pharmaceutical sales, they are sharing how each of their assignments have shaped them and prepared them for their current roles and reminding you how your current assignment is probably doing the same thing.

00:48 Diving Into Our Diverse Career Histories
05:05 Embracing Being Set Apart in the Workplace
10:58 Mentorship Doesn't Require a Formal Invitation
14:42 The Power of Little Things in Making a Big Impact
18:53 Embracing the Small Things in Life
19:07 Learning from the Fashion Industry: Counting the Cost
22:49 The Leap to Gym Ownership
26:04 The Power of Contentment: Beyond Financial Success
31:05 Leadership Insights: The Value of Collective Wisdom
35:37 Reflecting on Lessons Learned and the Impact of Leadership

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Yep, we're talking about the good ole' social media... again. But don't worry, Somer and Michelle are keeping it fresh with a nuanced approach to a spiritually healthy relationship with your internet friends and follows. Whether you're a content consumer, a content creator, or somewhere in between, we promise you'll be inspired, not beat up, by this conversation.

00:41 Diving Into the Social Media Dilemma
02:27 The Impact of Social Media on Spiritual Life
05:43 Evaluating Time Spent on Social Media
17:17 Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries on Social Media
25:32 Practical Tips and Final Thoughts

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In this episode, Somer talks to her friend, Linda Lotich from Seedtime. Linda shares a little of her own story which has led her to a deep desire to see women not only feel permission to rest, but to understand that stepping away with the Lord, even from their own families, is vital to their soul and ministry.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction of Linda
01:46 The Importance of Taking Breaks for Moms
03:14 Linda's Personal Journey and Insights on Rest
08:31 Implementing Rest and Its Impact
16:31 Exploring Jesus' Example of Rest and Its Application
18:52 Practical Steps Towards Prioritizing Rest and God
21:58 Recognizing the Need for Rest and Turning to God
24:55 The Transformative Power of Rest and Prioritizing God
26:17 The Power of Prayer and Fasting in Jesus' Life
28:46 Embracing the Prodigal Son's Lesson: Everything God Has is Already Ours
33:33 Practical Tips for Deepening Your Prayer Life
40:12 Finding Rest in God Amidst Life's Challenges
 
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In this episode Somer and Michelle address the issues of gossip and drama, particularly at the workplace, emphasizing why it can be a huge concern for everyone, but especially Christian women. They are breaking it all down and giving you some practical and realistic tools to help you avoid it. 

00:48 Navigating Workplace Drama
02:08 The Spiritual and Moral Effects Of Gossip
12:37 Cultivating a No Gossip Zone
18:44 A Real Life Story
20:11 The Ripple Effect
20:12 Challenging Gossip: Strategies and Mindsets
21:35 Leadership's Role in Eliminating Gossip
25:52 Assuming the Best Is A Path to Freedom
26:54 Practical Tips for Gossip-Free Conversations
30:49 Looking For The Truth
32:32 Encouragement to Stand Against Gossip

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In this episode, Somer welcomes her and Michelle's good friend, Lauren Diggs to discuss what it's like and what it takes to be confident when your parenting style and boundaries look different than the rest of the worlds. Lauren is a mother of 5 ranging in ages 9 to 32 and even a new grandma so she is speaking from a place of both experience and being in the trenches with you. Lean in! This is a good one.

00:35 Discussing the Challenges of Being a 'Strict' Mom
01:27 Meet Lauren
04:19 Reflecting on Childhood and Parenting Styles
07:25 Adapting Parenting Approach for Different Children
10:31 Navigating The Hard Parts
20:08 The Role of Confidence in Parenting
25:31 Maintaining Open Conversations with Children
29:37 Understanding Your Child's Perspective
29:58 Teaching Kids to Make Beneficial Choices
30:23 Trusting God with Your Child's Journey
34:05 Q&A 
52:26 Conclusion: Embracing Your Role as a Parent
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