Freed to Lead |Break Free from What Holds You Back and Live Confidently in Christ

Hey friend — if you came looking for a new Freed to Lead episode today, you didn’t miss it. It’s just not here… and that’s by design. I wanted to take a minute to share what’s happening and why things might be a little quieter around here for a bit. Last week, the Lord asked me to do something I honestly didn’t see coming — to step back, to pause, and to rest in Him for a season. I’ll be honest wi...

What do you do when your heart feels dry — when you want to hear from God but can’t seem to connect? Tracy Hill , host of Be Blessed & Inspired Podcast , is teaching us about what it really means to get in the Word — not out of obligation, but out of relationship. As a women's Bible Study Group leader for decades, Tracy knows the struggle of trying to "get" the Bible and feeling frustrated whe...

Have you ever sensed God calling you to something — to write the book, start the podcast, launch the ministry, or create what He’s placed on your heart — but fear, doubt, or confusion about how keeps holding you back? In this episode, I sit down with Jenilee Samuel , host of the Java with Jen podcast, to talk about how to hear and discern God’s voice , overcome fear, and step boldly into your call...

Identity theft isn’t just financial—it’s spiritual. Many of us are trying to fix what’s visible—our habits, emotions, or relationships—while the real issue lies deeper in what we believe. This is your invite to slow down the striving and start doing the "root work" of freedom. You’ll learn how to uncover the lies that keep you stuck and replace them with truth that brings peace, confidence, and la...

Lies are sneaky—they sound logical, familiar, even true. One day they’re just thoughts passing through your mind, and before you realize it, they’ve become the filter through which you see yourself, your calling, and even your relationship with God. In this episode we're getting real about how to identify the lies you’ve been believing, why they keep you stuck, and how to replace them with the...

Discover why constant rushing is draining your soul and how to walk at the peaceful pace of Jesus Hurry doesn’t just fill your calendar—it drains your soul. If you’ve ever found yourself exhausted but still striving, wondering why you can’t slow down no matter how hard you try, this episode is for you. Today, I’m uncovering three reasons why a hurried mindset is actually slowing you down, stealing...

Are you longing to lead with confidence and purpose, but deep down you feel weighed down by shame, burnout, or constant comparison? I'm sitting down with prophetic business coach and intercessor Cienna Kopischke to uncover what it truly means to lead through wholeness in Christ. We talk about the healing journey that takes place when you surrender your striving, renew your mind with God’s truth, a...

Life in a broken world is full of suffering, grief, and unanswered questions. But what if God has more to teach us in the middle of the pain than in the absence of it? In this episode of the Freed to Lead Podcast , I sit down with author and banker Daryl Potter , who has walked through decades of personal loss while raising a daughter with severe health challenges and supporting his family through...

Identity theft isn’t just financial—it’s spiritual. The enemy works hard to convince us that we’re less than, unworthy, or unloved. And if he can steal your identity, he can keep you living small, weighed down by lies and limiting beliefs. But the truth is, your identity has already been secured in Christ—and no one can take that from you. For years, I believed labels like unlovable, unwanted, uns...

Have you ever felt like your body is constantly in overdrive — heart racing, mind spinning, and soul weary — wondering how long you can keep going like this? For so many women in midlife, busyness and over-functioning have become the norm, leaving us anxious, distracted, and far from the peace God promises. In this episode of Freed to Lead , I sit down with Julie Roebken, founder of Mindfulhaus an...

We live in a world where screens are everywhere — in the grocery store, at the park, even around our dinner tables. Technology tied to us has become the new norm, but at what cost? In this episode of Freed to Lead , I sit down with Shannon Coulter, founder of Planet Fasa and author of the children’s series The Fasa Tales , to talk about how technology is shaping our kids and stealing more than jus...

What do you do when the pain feels too big to forgive? When the betrayal, rejection, or broken trust still keeps you up at night? If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t forgive them… not after what they did,” this episode is for you. In Part 4 of the series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God, we're getting real about forgiveness — and how to actually do it, so you can have greater peace, e...

You’re praying. You’re showing up. You’re following what you think God asked you to do… but nothing’s moving. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a season you didn’t choose, this episode will help you see your waiting through a different lens. In Part 3 of our series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God , we’re talking about how to wait well —because it’s not just about getting to...

Have you ever said yes to something that looked right… but left you feeling anxious, unsettled, or completely drained? You’re not alone—and it might be a sign that you’re carrying something God never asked you to pick up. In Part 2 of our series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God, we’re talking about discernment —what it really means, why it matters, and how to start using it in your...

Welcome to Part 1 of our new series: This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God . We’re kicking things off by exploring where real confidence comes from. Not from striving in our own ability, performing, or trying to desperately prove ourself—but from learning to listen to God. When a woman is rooted in who God says she is, she becomes steady, secure and unshakable. In this episode, we’ll ta...

Do you ever look at your life and wonder how you’ll make it out of your current situation—or question how God could ever use your pain for purpose? Listen, friend… not only can He, but He wants to. In this episode, I’m talking with Christian mindset coach and author Kelley Tyan about what it really looks like to lead with faith through life’s hardest moments. From breast cancer to deep personal lo...

What if your biggest health battle became the doorway to your greatest Kingdom assignment? In this powerful episode of Freed to Lead , I’m joined by Giselle Monroe , a cancer survivor, woman of faith, and founder of WET—Women’s Everlasting Touch . After being diagnosed with cancer, Giselle began searching for clean, natural ways to support her healing. But what she found was that nearly every prod...

Are you building a business that looks good on the outside but feels heavy, overwhelming, or misaligned on the inside? In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Natalie Lawson —Biblical leadership coach, co-founder of Victorious Entrepreneurs Rising. We’re talking about how to lead yourself well , manage your time with intention, and build a values-driven business without burning out or giving in...

Do you ever feel like there’s more God is calling you to—but you don’t want to sacrifice your role as a mom to pursue it? In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Campbell —homeschool mom, author of Deborah and the Motherly Anointing , and coach to women who are ready to break free from fear and step into their God-given assignments. We talk about: How to recognize when God is calling you beyond the w...

Do you ever feel like you’re working so hard to build a brand that fits everyone else… but somehow leaves you out of it? You’re showing up, doing all the “right” things, but it still feels off—like you’re chasing a version of success that was never really yours to begin with. In this episode, I sit down with Personal Brand Strategist Melissa Maughn to talk about what it really looks like to build...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things —but still feel empty—this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by Kim Page, therapist, coach, and founder of Living Vine Counseling. Kim shares her powerful story of breaking free from rejection, fear of man, and self-doubt so she could finally step into her God-given identity—and help others do the same. We talk about what’s really going...

Are you carrying the weight of all the things and still wondering why you feel stuck? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Coach Debbie Simmons — CEO of Anchor Point and creator of the Next BEST Step Strategy — to talk about how to stop striving, find clarity, and move forward with peace when life feels chaotic. We’re diving into: ✨ What to do when you're overwhelmed and can’t see the way forward ✨...

What if your breakthrough in health isn’t just about weight loss—but emotional healing, surrender, and starting over with God? If you’ve ever felt stuck in your body, buried under shame, or unsure how to even begin healing—it’s not too late. In this episode, I’m talking with Meg Harkins, a former nurse turned women’s health coach, who shares how she broke free from alcoholism, lost over 100 pounds...

In this raw and deeply inspiring episode, I’m joined by Holly Overcashier —founder of Elderwise Organics and a living testimony of what’s possible when you surrender to the healing power of God. From knee surgeries and heart issues to running a half marathon and building a 7-figure superfoods company, Holly shares her incredible journey of holistic healing—body, mind, and spirit. We talk about bre...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Christian Life Coach Anne Wooten , whose story of spiritual burnout, people-pleasing, and personal transformation is sure to resonate with any woman who’s felt stuck in a cycle of striving and self-doubt. Anne opens up about the root causes behind her decades-long struggle to receive love—from others and from God—and how people-pleasing left her emotionall...