Becoming Evergreen Podcast

Episode 10: Season 1 Finale — The Fruit of Growth with Dr. Karen Bergstrom In this season finale, Carissa Fleming and Debbie Brunet sit down with longtime mentor and leadership coach Dr. Karen Bergstrom for a deeply encouraging conversation about growth, identity, and the healing power of safe relationships. Karen draws from decades of leadership, coaching, and nonprofit work to share how our earl...

In Episode 9 of the Becoming Evergreen Podcast, Carissa and Debbie explore the nuances of cultivating genuine connections, emphasizing vulnerability, intentionality, and Biblical principles. They share practical insights on building an inner circle of growth-minded individuals and navigating barriers like perfectionism and vulnerability. Key Topics Covered: The biblical model of relationship from...

Have you ever felt like your habits just aren't working — no matter how hard you try? The problem might not be your discipline. It might be your season. In Episode 8 of The Becoming Evergreen Podcast , Carissa Fleming and Debbie Brunet dig into why aligning your habits and goals with your current season of life is the missing key to lasting growth. They explore the difference between first and sec...

This conversation is Part 2 of a conversation between Debbie Brunet and Carissa Fleming. They explore the impact of limiting beliefs and lies on one's calling and personal growth. Understanding our stories, identifying lies, and embracing our identity can unlock our true potential and purpose. Key Topics The connection between identity and calling How lies and beliefs impact personal growth Practi...

Debbie Brunet and Carissa Fleming , explore the power of journaling for self-reflection and the impact of internal lies on our lives. It delves into the theology of lies and truth, the role of community in overcoming lies, and spiritual disciplines for addressing lies. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing internal lies, navigating difficult seasons, and the impact...

The conversation explores the concept behind Becoming Evergreen. How do you develop a growth community for leaders seeking purpose and lasting impact? The Becoming Evergreen Growth Model will help leaders build their lives around what matters most. The discussion delves into unlearning limiting beliefs, the importance of community, and the role of relationships in growth, culminating in the fruit...

Summary This episode explores the holistic approach to spiritual and personal transformation, emphasizing the importance of heart, mind, and body in becoming evergreen. Hosted by Debbie and Carissa, it offers practical insights on cultivating habits, overcoming pressures, and aligning with God's purpose. Key Topics Holistic spiritual formation The role of the heart, mind, and body in transformatio...

Summary Explore the holistic approach to spiritual formation focusing on the heart, mind, body, and soul. Learn practical ways to attune and restore your inner life to align with God's purposes. Keywords spiritual formation, soul care, heart, transformation, Christian living, spiritual rhythms, Dallas Willard, prayer, submission, hope Key Topics The role of the heart in spiritual formation Practic...

Becoming Evergreen podcast introduces the hosts, Carissa and Debbie, who share their passion for growth, purpose, and the concept of Becoming Evergreen. They discuss the idea of the easy yoke, address burnout and disconnection, and emphasize the importance of creating space for rest, connection, and engaging with nature and community. The podcast aims to help listeners reconnect with God, themselv...

What if leadership didn’t require hustle, burnout, or striving—what if it could flow from rest instead? In the very first episode of the Becoming Evergreen Podcast , hosts Carissa Fleming and Debbie Brunet introduce the heart behind the show and invite listeners into a different way of growing and leading—one that is rooted, resilient, and sustainable in every season of life. Learn more at Becomin...