Sow What with Anna McGuire

Send us Fan Mail What if the season you’re frustrated with right now is actually preparing you for something you can’t see yet? In this episode of Sow What , I’m joined by someone very special to me, Jessica "Jess" Cox. Andrew and I have known Jess and her husband for nearly 11 years, and we’ve had the privilege of watching Jess grow from a teenager we knew through youth ministry into a...

Send us Fan Mail What if you don’t need to know the whole plan… you just need to know your next move ? In this episode of Sow What , we’re talking about what it looks like to move forward when life doesn’t go according to plan. Inspired by one of the most unforgettable moments in Green Bay Packers history (the “Miracle in Motown”) I reflect on how we can’t always control the circumstances we’re gi...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when life blindsides you? In this Season 4 premiere of Sow What, I’m sharing from the middle of a season I never would have chosen... a season of grief, uncertainty, gratitude, and a whole lot of “AND.” After my father-in-law unexpectedly passed away, our family has found ourselves navigating a reality that changed in an instant. No warning, no time to prepare. In t...

/'In this episode of Sow What, we’re taking a moment to slow down and really inspect where we’re going. It’s so easy to move through life on autopilot. We're doing all the things, but not stopping to see if they’re actually leading us toward purpose and WHO we're wanting to become. Together, we’ll talk about what it looks like to shift into neutral, take inventory of our daily rhyth...

In this episode, I’m sharing the unexpected life lessons I’ve learned from living on the third floor of an apartment building—without an elevator. What started as a daily inconvenience has turned into a beautiful reminder about perseverance and the development of my character.  Simple reflection and practical "next steps" for your life's journey.  My hope is that as you listen, you’...

In this episode of the Sow What podcast, I’m getting real about something that has been a huge part of my own journey: the deep desire to please everyone and to be understood by everyone. For so long, I thought if I could just explain myself better, say things the right way, or keep everyone happy, then maybe I’d finally feel peace. But instead, it left me feeling exhausted… and honestly, disobedi...

Have you ever noticed how sometimes the biggest obstacles in our lives aren’t " out there" , rather, the choices WE ARE making? In this episode of the Sow What, we’re talking about the subtle ways sabotage ourselves. These aren’t the obvious bad habits or dramatic moments of self-destruction. Instead, they’re the quiet patterns that look “acceptable” on the surface—but underneath, they d...

It’s been 1,239 days since my last episode…and it feels so good to say those words again! Welcome to Season 3 of the Sow What podcast. When I first launched this show back in 2020, the vision was simple: helping people make intentional choices that lead to a life of purpose, rest, and adventure. Three years, a pause, and a lot of life later—that vision hasn’t changed. In fact, it’s grown deeper an...

When we go on vacation, typically our bodies and minds get rest. But, what about our souls? Because we're out of routine on vacation, time with God can easily be set to the side. How do we set up travel and vacations to be intentional in our relationship with Jesus? In today's quick convo, we'll be talking about 3 ways to vacation WITH Jesus! MORE EPISODES on daily time with Jesus:...

Our conversation often lean into spiritual and mental/emotional health. But what about our physical health? In today's episode we'll take a look at the intersectionality of physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual health. As well as talk about practical next steps for caring for our bodies. Interested in the nutrition program I health coach? CLICK HERE

Want to know what I've been all about in this season? What I'm most excited sharing about and challenging others in? Mentorship. Yep, mentorship. What is it? How do we seek it out? What kind of benefit does it bring to our lives? These are the questions that'll be answered in today's conversation!

Being a #boymom to a two year old comes with certain experiences... like getting stitches two times in the span of four months. The instruction the medical team gave us brought me "light bulb" moment of the importance of attending to hurt and pain in our lives.  Today's conversation is a heart-to-heart that serves as a reminder and runway for attending to sore and/or painful spots i...

When life gets busy, what is usually the first thing to go? Taking care of yourself! Today's conversation is one where we focus on the little ways to give ourselves the proper attention and care, even in the midst of really busy seasons. www.annamcguire.co

This conversation is truly an honor to share with you! My pastor, Jason Patterson, is the most epic fan of people . In his brand new book, From Your Biggest Fan , he shares about being someone's biggest fan! This idea and practice is so counter-cultural. Jason gives practical steps for carrying this out and how to wage war on "me-centered" living and leadership. JASON'S BOOK: &...

Busyness doesn't equal burnout, but it can easily lead to it.  How do we walk through busy seasons with intentionality and clear mindedness?  In today's conversation we're going to talk about 3 practices for busy seasons that makes sure the busyness doesn't control us or dictate the fruit of our lives. 

We all make decisions through the day that no one sees. These decisions range from simple to serious--brushing our teeth to how we care for our souls.  I'm learning, in my own journey, it's my unseen choices that have the biggest results (positive and negative) in my life. It's those unseen decisions that mold and shape me into who I am.  In today's conversation, we'll ref...

Are you feeling disappointed or frustrated that you haven't seen God's promises come to pass? How do we navigate the life before the fulfillment of God's promise to us? Today's conversation is a simple and practical one that will help to remember God's faithfulness

When's the last time you took a critical look at what you were digitally consuming (social media, music, TV, etc.)? Today's conversation is one I'm passionate about: your digital die t!  Today's focus: owning practical steps for taking inventory on what we watch, listen to, and digitally consume. And then diving into if those things are effecting us as a whole person!

We hear self-care talked about a lot, but how can we practically practice it each day? In today's conversation, I share a simple action that gives space for checking in with yourself, as well as taking care of you... even for just five minutes!

Lead pastor and state-wide youth director, Letty Garcia, shares from her personal experiences on how to navigate conflict with integrity and grace. Her belief that you can lead yourself well through conflict is inspiring and so practical! About Letty Garcia: Letty is an inspirational woman with a powerful testimony! A wife and mom of 2, who seems to juggle it all while loving God in the process. B...

In today's conversation, we're going to be talking about the voice we hear the most: our own. What does your internal voice (self-talk) sound like to you?  If we're not intentional, our self-talk can easily default to negativity, self-shaming, and self-loathing.  Want to learn how to retrain that inner voice? We'll walk through the four steps to begin the process! 

Ever feel like your life doesn't measure up? Like someway, somehow you missed out on being great ? Which only leaves you frustrated with what to do next... or what you're actually ' supposed' to do with your life. I've been there, and still find myself there from time to time. In today's conversation, I share vulnerably about my journey and experience in this area. My...

I've done it... I do it... I show favoritism to myself.  There's not inherently wrong with liking yourself, BUT it can be problematic when that same kind of 'favor' isn't given to others. In today's conversation, we're going to talk candidly about the mindset that keeps us from practicing and giving grace to others.  www.mrsannamcguire.com

If I'm being honest, there are things every single day that I don't feel like doing. When I say "things" I mean tasks or actions that are good for me. Even though I KNOW the 'doing' is good, it isn't enough to move me to action. So how do we do the things that are good for us that we don't feel like doing? That's the focus of today's conversation!...

Is a morning routine something you've longed for, but feel unmotivated or totally confused on where to begin? Today's conversations, we'll lean into the benefits of a morning routine as well as how to create one that is CUSTOM-to-YOU.