CHASING EASY: "EASY AND BEST ARE SELDOM ON THE SAME PATH." ALLEN ARNOLD

To my committed followers, I have been distracted from doing the thing I love, which is this podcast. Please extend some grace:) Here is the truth, I figured since I didn't drop a new episode a few months in a row, that it didn't matter if I ever recorded another one. I was consumed and allowed so many other things to dictate my time and priorities, while completely losing focus. Imposter...

Are you a high achiever who is always under pressure to perform, perfect or people please? (self-imposed or others imposed?) Do you feel like you are in a daily grind that is not satisfying? Are you a superstar at work, and lonely at home? Do you long to find purpose and passion? Your passion is the pulse of your purpose. Reconnect to what lights you up and build a life that feels as good as it lo...

“I was a 10-year-old 122lb fourth grader, publicly ridiculed and humiliated when my class witnessed the number on the scale. My weight wasn’t just on my body—it was on my confidence, my relationships, my future. But the moment I stopped trying to be 'less' and started choosing wholeness over perfection, everything changed.” In this episode, we sit down with a powerful woman who turned her deepest...

Imagine riding your motorcycle on a beautiful sunny day in South Carolina and waking up a month later in the hospital unable to see or speak. That's exactly what happened to Kijuan. Brace yourself for a lesson in resilience, forgiveness and sheer heroics, as this amazing young man shares the details of this season in his life. What would you do in this scenario? Would you be bitter, full of ex...

What do you do if no one likes your post? Or if you discover someone has "unfriended" you? How many times has your scrolling landed you in a state of depression based on comparison? IF you are chasing likes and the response is less than you "need" to feel, well, liked, what happens to you and your mood? When your identity and worth is tethered to people, possessions or positions, .... you will for...

Simone, a successful businesswoman, struggled with jealousy, people pleasing and mindset. The summer of 2024 changed all that when she decided to engage with TikTok. An innocent scroll led her to ultimate freedom. Listen in as she shares part of her journey to encourage you to claim your worth and live in abundance. Girl, take of your mask! It's exhausting! Feel free to order her book here: "Rich...

Terri Jo shares her story of triumph over divorce from a pastor, to serving the very woman she was while going through the divorce. She guides you on a journey to self discovery, and awareness of how you can invite self worth and confidence into your circumstances; tethered to the Creator. Terri is a gifted author, speaker and intercessor. She speaks raw truth, and at times, you may feel a little...

Cayla suffered verbal and emotional abuse growing up. She believed what she was told until she discovered her family trauma was not "normal." She moved to self harm to take her "mind" by redirecting the pain to a physical release. Listen in as Cayla shares one part of her story and how she overcame the most damaging form of abuse ( because you don't see it) and maybe learn...

"Of all the losses we can experience; HOPE is the most damaging." TJL I very recently lost my younger sister, suddenly and unexpectantly. It was heartbreaking and devastating. What I gleaned and cherish from her life are captured in my eulogy. I pray you are able to relate to the lessons and take away a nugget or two. God Bless You for listening. In loving memory of Kimmie Jenkins. Your...

It was an innocent introduction at a party that led to the life Shannon, still to this day, cannot believe she lived. She was in a vulnerable place. He knew it. It was not intentional. It was not planned. It was not pleasant. Have you ever made a decision in the moment based on wanting to belong? To be accepted? To be loved? Follow along, with tissues in hand and a notepad, to learn how to protect...

Love who you are becoming. Would you believe the most vulnerable of women who have a message of rejection, are the least suspect to self-rejection and often suffer in silence? Is that you? DO you know someone else who fits the description? Are you aware it might be you? Listen in as Heather offers hope and encouragement after struggling with this very thing and trying to cover it up with the &quot...

Do you struggle with worthiness? How about your identity? Have you ever sought comfort in things that actually were more harmful than good? We invite you to listen in as Michelle offers transparency and a path to recovery based on her personal experience in working through the hard things. It all starts with your life messages and how you feel about yourself. Do you love yourself? Have you ever fe...

You've seen movies, you've had an opinion. Listen in as Juda unpacks and reveals a new perspective on the goodness that can come from a horrible life event. Please listen intently, laying aside your biases. You might surprise yourself. What was meant for evil, turned ....... #chasingeasy

Maritza left her hometown to follow the father of her baby to his. Once removed from her support system, she discovered the man she loved had changed when surrounded by his support system. She could have stayed and toughed it out. All her material needs were met. However, she had a greater need that went beyond money and things. Listen in as she bravely shares how she created the life she wanted f...

I wanted to please others and put myself last. Listen in as Charise pulls at your heart strings through her story of overcoming. Maybe not your story, however statistics show 1 in 4 women have shared in the experience with varying results. Tragedy adverted. Treasure Revealed. People Pleaser in recovery. #chasingeasy #beautifullybroken

Have you ever?? Leona and Captain Harry have been living on "Selah" (their 44ft sailboat) for 3 years! Listen in to discover how the voyage and journey, planning and prepping and the surprise twisters relate so well to life! #chasingeasy

Listen in as Clifford shares his journey from truck driver to (now) successful real estate investor. It doesn't stop there! He uses what he learned by paying it forward and coaching others to like success.

Struggling with purpose and at the tail end of a coaching program; I decided to make my capstone the real prayers I have with the Lord. "Some of the deepest struggles hide behind the brightest smiles." Dean Graziosi I invite you to come out of hiding and heal to find a greater purpose than you ever imagined!

"Feelings aren't facts and Thoughts aren't the truth." WATCH this episode (recommended) or listen in as Kate shares her journey from a self loathing pre-teen to an amazing inspiration to men and women alike. Have note taking capabilities handy; or flag the episode to listen to again and again. Learn some simple steps to move from thoughtlessness ABOUT YOURSELF, to living intentio...

Kim was married to her best friend for 23 years. She focused on her husband and her children (now grown) but in the process lost herself. When her husband decided he wanted to separate without warning, she blamed herself and fell into a deep depression. She decided it would be easier if she were gone. Follow this riveting story of a woman who lost herself, to a woman who found her Savior. Kim is s...

Ladies, do you know what it feels like to be treated with dignity and respect? Men, do you know what it means to cherish your lady?  Listen in as my special guest, who doubles as my husband, shares some insight on being a man and loving your woman well.  I thought I had the best I would ever have: (as my ex-husbands had reminded me often). My failed relationships taught me what I needed...

Follow the path of Viola as she reflects on her journey from a broken home and negative thought patterns at an early age, to straight A student, turned addict and back to an exemplary student!  Your upbringing greatly influences your self talk and ultimately your actions that follow. Viola is open and vulnerable in her account of how she went from A to "F" back to A.  Everyday is a choos...

Left home at 15, married at 18, had a child at 19; 15 years later divorced and poured herself into work. In an unexpected business encounter, friendship turned relationship turned marriage.  Listen in as Michele shares her journey of darkness to light and rags to riches; AND how she gives back with joy! Be encouraged, inspired and called into action that serves you first, so you can then serv...

Have you or someone you know been effected by a breast cancer diagnosis? Listen in as Terri shares how she moved from the diagnosis> to a double mastectomy > to reconstruction> and finally recovery and healing . The authenticity of this interview will hopefully impart wisdom of what a woman may be facing (everyone has their own unique journey) and the support needed. As the role of suppor...

Follow a fast paced journey from a place of security, to a place of addiction that fueled insecurity .  Vulnerability allows discovery and triumph. Don't go at it alone. Surround yourself with the love and support of others to help you overcome your set backs.   Bonnie is someone who took the switchbacks of her experiences and poured into others for over 30 years to help them on their ro...