Time to Pivot

If your desire to excel immediately is stopping you from even trying, you might be missing the whole point! I know I can let perfectionism keep me from experiencing new things, or even things I’ve tried before and didn’t nail the first time. But what if it’s the learning part that’s actually the goal? Why not plan to be bad at it in the beginning and keep working on it anyway? It might be tough at...

For someone who encourages “embracing change,” I’m being tested by “THE CHANGE!” Anyone else in their peri/menopause era? From bloodwork and HRT, to gym membership and new trainer, I’m choosing to be proactive and not allow weight gain and hormonal shifts to run the show anymore. It’s a whole new world in some ways for me with a body I don’t recognize these days and side effects I’d rather not liv...

I’m back from a weekend that shifted my mindset and gave me tangible assets to improve my business. Have you ever needed a confidence boost personally or professionally? Well, I needed both and this social media content retreat in San Diego, led by the one and only Jordan Reynolds, helped me in more ways than one. If you’re on the verge of burnout, living in the middle of it with little confidence...

We’re in our HOMESCHOOL ERA! Anyone else find themselves doing something unexpected and realizing that pivot just led to a bunch more pivots? As a former teacher of 15 years I shouldn’t be so surprised, but I never expected to be homeschooling our son in middle school. Yet, here we are making the most of it and currently studying the BEATITUDES in the Bible! So many life lessons to glean from thos...

Anyone else have concerns about AI or as intimidated as I am? Having this conversation with my new friend and faithful believer, Nicola, helped me understand when and how to tap into useful AI resources and strategies without ignoring God’s voice. Nicola Murphy is a communication architect and learning designer who has spent 20 years closing the gap between what leaders say and what audiences actu...

The Palisades fire was the purge none of us ever expected to do! I spoke to Kelli Phillips from BizTV two years after my first interview to share how I’m still using my 3 E’s Philosophy, this time, to get through the stressful aftermath of this life-changing event. Whether getting organized in your home or processing catastrophic loss and trauma, while rebuilding your home from ground zero, it can...

What Is It Costing You Not to Listen? This isn’t just the title of my brilliant guest’s book. It’s also a question we might not want to answer…yet. Christine Miles, author, keynote & TEDx speaker, coach, Founder & CEO of EQuipt, is a longtime expert in educating individuals and organizations on how to listen in ways that transform how they lead, sell, influence, and succeed in every aspect...

After my daughter’s declaration that she doesn’t like the idea of “faking it,” and later hearing the incomparable Dr Cheryl Wood say this familiar phrase a different way, I felt a shift in my perspective and motivation. I’ve always understood the intent of “fake it til ya make it,” but much like my wise 15 year old felt reservations about this often-used expression, I too questioned if “faking it”...

I’m sure you’ve heard that words have power and the way we speak to ourselves is powerful too! Inspired by our podcast episode on The Angie Ambrosetti Show, Angie and I continued our conversation off camera and something she said really stuck with me. Keeping our focus positive, when navigating all our feelings about life’s challenges, will expand. Obviously the opposite is true too, but in the na...

How’s your relationship these days? I was due for a check-in on mine and my guest was the perfect person to inspire some changes. Enjoy this helpful episode that got my husband’s stamp of approval as he listened from his office nearby! Melissa Nanavati is a TEDx speaker, author, and relationship coach for high performers. Her work integrates neuroscience, biology, and lived experience to help driv...

In this episode, I’m giving you the full follow-up on Pitch Day 2026, the nerves, the stress, the talks that did not quite feel aligned, and the one that absolutely did. After a week that felt like everything was happening at once, I got to show up, share my story, and remember why pivoting has become such a powerful part of my message. I’m also sharing more about the coaching work I do, from orga...

In this episode, I’m sharing a real story from my own week, because sometimes something that looks like failure is actually God giving you redirection, a lesson, or a huge wave of relief you did not know you needed. I found myself juggling speaking opportunities, deadlines, grief, pressure, and one very energetic dog who seemed determined to make his podcast debut. I talk about what happened when...

Whether you are a person who prays for others and forgets to pray for yourself, or you are a seasoned pro at asking God for the desires of your heart, this episode has some of my favorite verses for inspirational prayer reference. Sharing them in show notes because I’m no gatekeeper, but give this short episode a listen too to hear how I break them down for clarity and better understanding to be a...

Oh how I love my girl, Cristina P. Simmons, who is the bestselling author of Eat Your Feelings , a trauma-informed occupational therapist, and writing coach who bridges science, story, and soul. Drawing from her personal healing journey and clinical expertise, she helps women understand emotional energy, regulate their nervous systems, and use storytelling as a powerful tool for healing, clarity,...

Interested in creating some new habits and need the motivation or time for them? Try incorporating the new things with stuff you’re already doing. That’s “habit stacking” and it’s truly a life-changer! During a virtual therapy sesh, my girl, Nikki, suggested I find things I’m doing regularly and add in something I can do simultaneously. As a busy working mom, I’m no stranger to multitasking, so th...

Have you ever been afraid to ask for what you really want because it felt too big or impossible? I have! I’ve even passed up opportunities that could have been meant for me because I didn’t feel ready or in a position to accept. When an fun opportunity to record a podcast episode with the one and only Amberly Lago turned into a frustrating tech issue, little did I know that something bigger and be...

I was reminded recently of the inspiring story of Corrie Ten Boom and her sister, Betsie, who were kept in Cellblock 28 in a Nazi concentration camp in 1944 and found a way to hold “illegal” worship services there. While their circumstances were unimaginable they thanked God, and what Corrie learned upon her release will shock you. Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good...

Kendra Cooke is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and empowerment coach with over 30 years as a high-level real estate professional. She’s brilliant, fun, and Southern, so her accent feels like home! After meeting recently at the ALIGN conference, I knew I needed to share her story with you. Kendra exemplifies the saying, “If you want something done, give it to a busy person.” Known for her disc...

What if you know you’re called to something, but the path there doesn’t look the way you expected? I’m sharing what the ALIGN Conference stirred up for me this January, what it felt like to finally see a long held vision come to life, and why surrendering control was the real work all along. I talk about faith, endurance, pivots, and the quiet seasons that prepare you for the big moments you praye...

Inspired by Terri Savelle Foy’s take on the meaning of John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life,and have it to the full.” She talks about how Satan’s plan of attack is to Steal your focus, Kill your dream, Destroy your faith. Most often he comes DISGUISED! He’s a sneaky, manipulative snake, who plants seeds of doubt, shame, deception, dish...

We finally made it through a year of loss, grief, pain, and struggle in 2025, but through it all God continued to send us blessings that became easier to recognize as we chose to lean into His plan over ours. Between “no timeline” discoveries in Bible study, an overwhelming urge to “Call Pam” and obey, choosing a word of the year (or maybe it chose me!), and God doubling down on obvious signs that...

We’ve made it to 2026 and I’m kicking off the new year with Brooke Hemingway, the heart behind the Align conference, where I’ll have the honor of speaking on multiple stages in San Diego January 22nd-25th, along with featuring my book I’VE GOT YOU, GIRLFRIEND! in her Author’s Corner. (Link below to join us and my personal discount code!) On this episode we talk about why “alignment” is not a fleet...

Did you know the Bible tells us to ask for what we want 33 times? In this episode I’m diving into Matthew 7:7 in particular which says, “ Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. As we finish the year strong and move into a new one, I invite you to ask God for what you desire and trust that He will work all things together for good. Remembe...

If you have felt like 2025 was not at all what you expected, then this episode is for you! After a series of unfortunate events in January occurred I wondered if my big plans would ever come to fruition. This year has been a much different experience than I anticipated. It’s been a time of slowing down, focusing on my family, giving thanks for the love and support of our community despite the horr...

Timothy, a longtime storyteller, is driven by his Christ-centered calling to build a more compassionate world—one word at a time. His book, The Night Before PAWmas , I had the privilege of working on to get it published with Landon Hail Press, invites readers to see the world through a lens of compassion, encouraging all of us to add kindness to the way we think, speak, and act. He hopes this stor...