Chasing Happiness with Ryan DeMent

This episode is for followers of Jesus who feel their New Year's resolution fading on Quitter’s Day and want to reclaim their faith, consistency, and daily habits with God. Ryan shares honest stories about anxiety, a draining development project, and unexpected provision, along with practical rhythms like fasting, simple workouts, daily Bible reading, journaling, and reflecting on Deuteronomy...

Christian entrepreneurs and real estate‑minded listeners wrestling with purpose in 2026 will learn how to stop letting a job or W‑2 define them and instead seek God’s calling. Ryan shares his own struggles with business storms, money anxiety, and chasing status, along with how church community, small groups, prayer, and serving others are helping him discern God’s purpose and find a more fulfillin...

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in a financial storm that never seems to end? In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan shares openly about his own money struggles, the stress of putting every extra dollar into the business, and what it’s like to feel late on bills and alone in the fight.​ He talks about chasing the Joneses, buying things on credit, and the realization that “stuff” never...

When God feels silent, it can seem like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling and your storm will never end. In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan talks openly about seasons when God goes quiet and what that silence might actually mean for your heart, your habits, and your relationship with money and stuff.​​ He shares: Why storms are often meant to change you from the inside out, not jus...

Feeling like everything is collapsing—finances, business, family, even your faith? This episode explores what it’s like to be under spiritual attack and how daily time with God, prayer, and Bible reading can move you from anxiety and overwhelm to real peace in the middle of the storm. Hear honest struggles with money pressure and doubt, plus simple faith rhythms that keep you grounded when nothing...

Does faith equal trust? After 51 years, I finally understand—and it changes everything about how I handle life's storms. If you're in a waiting period right now, this episode will help you stop going crazy while God is working in your life. 🎧 IN THIS EPISODE: ✓ Why we trust strangers (Uber drivers, pilots) but struggle to trust God ✓ The 3 critical elements of faith most people miss: Touc...

You're in a storm. It's Thanksgiving week. And you're asking yourself: "What am I supposed to be thankful for?" In this deeply personal Thanksgiving episode, I share three daily practices that eliminate anxiety, the brutal truth about chasing material things, and why your current storm might be exactly what you need to become who you're meant to be. 🎧 IN THIS EPISODE: ✓...

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost in life’s storms? This episode dives deep into how faith—not religion—can ground your mindset, help you overcome financial, emotional, and spiritual challenges, and truly transform your journey. Learn actionable steps to reset and find purpose when life gets tough. Follow for more weekly real-life wisdom and motivation!

Struggling through a storm—financial, spiritual, or personal? Discover how faith, mindset, and action can turn hardship into purpose. Listen for real-life stories, breakthroughs, and practical steps to move forward. Don’t forget to follow and share if this episode inspires you!

Is your world too noisy to focus? Ryan reveals the habits, routines, and faith practices that help him and thousands of others find calm and clarity. From honest talk about anxiety and entrepreneurship to Bible-based habit stacking, learn how tuning out distractions leads to a happier, more productive life. Listen for: The morning routine that silences chaos Why small, positive habits create big r...

You don’t need more time or money, you need purpose. In this week’s Chasing Happiness , I talk about how to stop chasing what doesn’t matter and start using your time and gifts the way God intended. I share my own lessons about managing time, trusting God with money, and finding peace in serving others. If you’re tired of feeling stuck or directionless, this episode will help you slow down, reset,...

Life can feel like a rollercoaster of ups and downs. One day you’re on top, the next you’re wondering where your purpose went. In this week’s Chasing Happiness , I share my personal faith journey through storms, anxiety, and finances. We talk about why the hard seasons in life are meant to shape you, not break you, and how daily faith habits can help you find peace again. If you’re tired of chasin...

Do you feel like you’ve lost your sense of direction or purpose? You’re not alone. In this week’s Chasing Happiness , I share my personal story of struggling to find peace while searching for meaning. We discuss building daily quiet time, breaking free from anxiety, and rediscovering your calling through faith and service to others. If you’re tired of chasing success and ready to find peace again,...

Everyone is talking, but no one is really listening. We are more connected online and more disconnected in real life. In this episode of Chasing Happiness , I share how faith can help us find peace and rebuild connection in a noisy world. We discuss letting go of pride, choosing grace, and learning to listen with your heart once again. If you are craving calm and clarity amidst the chaos, this epi...

Faith, Patience & Persistence to Finally Change Why does life feel stuck? Why do storms drag on? In this episode, I share the hard-learned lessons about waiting, persistence, and trusting God when everything within me wants quick fixes. We talk about the truth: real change won’t come until you shift from chasing instant gratification to building patience, persistence, and daily faith. If you’v...

Why No One Talks Anymore and How We Find Common Ground We’re living in a noisy, divided world, and it’s costing us our peace, our faith, and our ability to connect with one another. In this episode, I open up about why conversations have broken down, how technology has contributed to our increased isolation, and why faith and community are the only way forward. If you feel overwhelmed, unheard, or...

Why No One Listens Anymore and How We Fix It Everyone’s shouting. No one’s listening. And it feels like the truth gets lost in the noise. In this week’s episode, I talk about why conversations break down, how storms reshape us, and what it really takes to start listening again. If you’re feeling unheard, overwhelmed, or tired of the constant noise, this is your reminder that storms don’t come to d...

Faith in a World That Feels Like It’s Burning When another person is killed over words... when it feels like the world is tearing itself apart... and when your own storm is raging inside, where does faith go? In this raw episode, recorded on September 11th, I open up about the grief, the anger, and the calling to not give up on each other . We talk about: The storm inside our culture and how it’s...

Broke. Anxious. Still trusting God? In this episode, I open up about the check that didn’t clear, the bills piling up, and the financial storm that nearly took me out. If you’ve ever tithed, prayed, and journaled your heart out — and still felt like God was silent — this one’s for you. I talk about: The emotional toll of financial pressure What God might be trying to change in you before He blesse...

Faith Hits Different When the Bank Account’s Empty This is what it feels like to wait on God… when your bills are due, the storm won’t lift, and your prayers feel like whispers into silence. In this raw episode, I share what Deuteronomy 8 taught me this week while I’m still in the storm—financially strapped, faith stretched, and unsure how it’s all going to work out. You’ll hear: What I’ve learned...

What do you do when God goes quiet, and your storm keeps raging? In this real-time episode, I share what it felt like waking up at 2 AM again, anxious, broke, and still waiting on answers. The check didn’t clear. The numbers didn’t add up. The storm didn’t stop. And God? Silent. I open up about: Why do I keep asking why instead of who I need to become The guilt that comes from past money mistakes...

What do you do when you're the Christian entrepreneur everyone looks up to, yet you're lying awake at 2 AM, stressed about money? In this raw and personal episode, I share what happened this week when money I was counting on got delayed by 4 to 6 weeks and the emotional toll it took. If you’ve ever asked God, “Why is this still happening?” you’re not alone. Inside the episode: The loneline...

You prayed. You journaled. You surrendered. And still… nothing has changed. If you’re stuck in a storm and it feels like God has gone quiet, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about waiting on God when nothing seems to be moving — and why this season of waiting might be doing more for you than you realize. Here’s what we’ll talk about:...

You prayed. You journaled. You surrendered. And still… nothing happened. If you’ve ever begged God for clarity and all you got was silence, you’re not alone. In this week’s episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I’m sharing what I’ve learned when the storm feels louder than God’s voice and how I’m finding peace in the quiet. We’ll talk about: Why silence does not mean God has left you How to sh...

Your plan seems to be falling apart. Money is tight. You’re up at night with questions that won’t go away. You say you trust God, but deep down, you’re holding on tighter than ever. I get it. I’ve been there this week. I’m still there. In this episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I share what happened when everything started breaking… and how God used that storm to reveal a bigger purpose. In...