Is it possible to stop people pleasing when you have spent your entire life seeking approval from others? If you were raised in chaos and dysfunction, you probably spent your childhood years searching for connection and security in your life – and have now carried this pattern with you. Author Courtney Burg and I discuss […] The post 254: When You’re Stuck in People Pleasing with Courtney Burg appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Have you ever found yourself pushing past the point of exhaustion even though you are completely overwhelmed and tired? So many of us are experiencing burnout and mental exhaustion yet we feel as if something is wrong with us for needing rest or we are scared of slowing down. Today I am joined by Jess […] The post 253: What Does Realistic Rest Look Like When You’re Tired of Being Tired? with Jess Connolly appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Do you find yourself staying in your comfort zone because of anxious thoughts and fear of the future? I have seen so many women wanting to move toward what God has called them to do but have not learned how to move with fear. Join business coach and best-selling author Jennifer Allwood and I as […] The post 252: Discovering God-Centered Courage to Confidently Move Through Fear with Jennifer Allwood appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

We often hear about the fear of failure but there are so many more types of fear such as the fear of success that play a role in holding us back from our dreams. Listen in as I share Bible stories about fear, why it is important to face fear rather than run from it, […] The post 251: Is the Fear of Success Holding You Back? (It Was for Me) appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Have you ever thought about how developing different character traits could make your current life transition easier? The traits we have ingrained in us are automatic responses, which can save us time and energy. Join me today as I talk about four different character traits with practical examples of how they can help us, why […] The post 250: What Character Trait Would Make Your Current Life Season Easier? appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Ever desire to dream big for God and have expectant faith… but wonder, “how does that really happen when life feels hopeless and I have no idea how to make these dreams a reality?” Today we’re talking about taking the first step toward a dream (even when we’re full of fear and need help finding […] The post 249: Learning to Expectantly Believe God for Big Dreams (Even If You’ve Been Hurt) appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Are you walking into a new life season and need personalized encouragement, accountability and community? If so, you’re in luck because I am welcoming the next group of women into The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program starting in April. Let’s talk about why this program is the perfect mix of goal setting and Christian […] The post 248: Going through Life Changes (or Need to Make Some Changes?) You’re Invited to Accountability, Encouragement and Support in Group Coaching appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Tired of living exhausted from life’s everyday chaos? We’re each responsible for finding rest (mental rest and emotional rest) but how? Listen, we need accountability and community to create these new rhythms of rest, and today I’m sharing practical tips for mental rest and emotional rest, and also several powerful ways to create self-care rhythms […] The post 247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

How’d you like some spiritual replenishment… while enjoying beautiful Italy?! I am thrilled to announce that I’m hosting a Christian Women’s retreat in September 2025 in Tuscany! Today I’m sharing the details of this life-changing retreat including our destinations, daily activities and of course all those amazing things about Italy like the food and culture! […] The post 246: Join Me Italy in 2025 for a Rest-Filled, Christ-Centered Travel Retreat for Women! appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more

Ever wonder “What is God’s purpose for my work? Does my work matter for eternity, even if I’m not a missionary or don’t work for a church?” Best-selling author Jordan Raynor and I share about unspoken mindsets in the Church regarding secular work and life purpose, the Bible’s surprising wisdom on the type of work […] The post 245: A Fresh Take on Your Secular Career (It Matters to God) with Jordan Raynor appeared first on Vibrant Christian Living ..read more