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

Illness is something most of us don’t want to think about—until we have to. Whether it’s a diagnosis that shook your world, a child’s complex health journey, or the emotional aftermath of caregiving, the truth is: medical trauma touches almost every woman at some point. In today’s powerful episode, I’m joined by speaker and advocate Crystal Griffith —a cancer survivor, medical mom of a child with...

Are you a high-achieving, faith-driven woman navigating leadership, motherhood, and purpose—while secretly battling fear, perfectionism, or imposter syndrome? In this episode of Freed to Lead , I’m joined by Kimberly Joy—international speaker, bestselling author, and founder of Fellowship of Extraordinary Women (FEW) —who shares her powerful journey from teen mom and personal crisis to becoming a...

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with my friend Amy Wadlington, a Christian life coach and speaker, to talk about the power of knowing who you are in Christ. Amy shares about embracing who God created you to be—without shame, without striving—and how He wants to resurrect the barren places in our lives like our joy, peace, and confidence. We talk about the battle of the mind, overcoming the li...

Do you ever feel like you’re the one standing in your own way? In this powerful episode of the Freed to Lead Podcast , Kathryn May breaks down how limiting beliefs, false identity, and self-sabotage can quietly take root in our minds—and how to start replacing those lies with biblical truth . You’ll hear Kathryn’s personal story of battling body shame, self-hatred, and emotional eating, and how sh...

Are you reading all the books, listening to the podcasts, and doing all the "right things" — but still feel stuck, exhausted, and unchanged? In this episode of the Freed to Lead podcast, we get real about the limits of self-help and why transformation doesn’t come from more information, but from invitation — inviting Jesus into the places we’ve been trying to fix on our own. If you’re a high-achie...

Have you ever felt like you're constantly doing all the right things—but deep down, you still wonder if you really belong? You show up, serve, check all the boxes... but there's still this quiet ache that whispers, “It’s not enough.” That, my friend, is what I call the orphan mindset —and it's something many of us carry without realizing it. This is often why it’s so hard to receive love, even fro...

Ever feel like you're doing all the right things —cleaning up your mindset, healing from the past, staying strong—but still sense something lingering under the surface? This episode is for the high-achieving Christian woman who’s great at holding it all together… yet deep down knows there’s still some emotional clutter left unaddressed. Inspired by a quiet moment in a dimly lit kitchen, we’re talk...

Dreaming of a thriving business but worried about burnout? In this episode, business coach Melissa Hausmann shares how she left corporate burnout behind after building a 6-figure coaching business — and how to do it without the hustle or burnout. She's even sharing some "mom guilt" struggles, how she overcame them as she transitioned to full time work from home mom and a super savvy hack to gettin...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Cindy Nicolson , Christian life coach and host of the Embracing Grace Podcast , to talk about breaking free from limiting beliefs and embracing the truth of who God says you are . We dive deep into: ✅How to recognize and replace the lies of the enemy ✅Why self-doubt, comparison, and fear hold us back from our calling ✅The importance of intimacy with God in un...

In this conversation, Kathryn May and Janeen Marino explore the journey of kingdom entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of mindset, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the role of faith in pursuing one's calling. Janine shares her personal experiences of navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship while balancing motherhood and the pursuit of holistic wellness. The discussion emphasizes the...

Today we're diving into the book of Jonah and looking at the consequences of running from God. This is day 13 of the 40 day Bible Study "Freedom From Emotional Eating" and we are discussing idols. Running from God to food to numb out, ignore or cover our pain and emotions can cause us a lot of trouble and consequences. Being unhealthy is just one of them. When we learn to run TO God and not AWAY f...

Ever wondered if something as ordinary as food could actually be an idol in your life? Join us as we dive deep into this topic, guided by scriptural wisdom and insights from Barb Raveling's "Freedom from Emotional Eating." Whether you're battling emotional eating or just looking for a deeper spiritual connection, this episode offers practical advice on identifying and conquering those hidden idols...

Can food be an idol? Absolutely. It has been in my life. But theres good news. You can walk in freedom from food addiction and emotional eating. It starts with renewing the mind to the truth of the WORD of God and removing any old beliefs you've had about foods place in your life. Join me for day 11 of this Bible Study for Women diving into Freedom from Emotional Eating by Barb Raveling Resources...

Today we're diving into who we are in Christ at the foundational level. If you don't know who you are it's going to be easy for the enemy of our soul to convince us of a false one. If you're asking the question "Who am I?", this episode is for you. If you want to know who you are in Christ and your value, this is for you. Woman of God, stand and fight for your identity and don't be a victim of ide...

Are you battling overwhelming anxiety, feeling as though you're constantly running from something that isn't there? You're not alone. Today we're talking about finding peace through our faith, and we dive into biblical strategies to conquer anxiety, rooted in spiritual wisdom and personal experience. I share my journey from living in a constant state of fear to discovering profound peace and secur...

In today’s episode, we’re getting real about how our flops and stumbles are actually stepping stones to better health and personal growth. Ever thought about flipping those setbacks into your secret weapons for success? Well, we’re diving deep into how to do just that, and how to shut down those pesky negative whispers that try to knock us off track and overcome weight loss obstacles while dealing...

When we think of weight loss, we often think only about the physical weight. But so much of what keeps us stuck has nothing to do with the number on the scale—it’s the emotional weight we carry. Guilt, shame, bitterness, unforgiveness… all of it adds up and weighs us down. Today we’re diving into why releasing emotional weight is vital if you want true and lasting freedom. You’ll discover how hold...

Life is full of storms—sudden challenges, disappointments, and disruptions that throw us off course. For many of us, the default response has been to run to food for comfort. But the peace God offers isn’t found in avoiding the storm—it’s found in Him, even in the middle of it. Today we’ll talk about how to experience God’s peace when life feels overwhelming. We’ll look at Philippians 4:6–7 and di...

Words have incredible power—to heal or harm, to build or break. The Bible reveals this profound truth: the power of life and death lies in our tongues. This isn't just about what we say to others, but critically, what we tell ourselves. Together, let's look at the impactful reality of our words. How do the words you speak to yourself shape your reality? I'll share a personal revelation that change...

Hey friend, Have you ever tried losing weight with diets? Weight watchers, Keto, Nutrisystem, HCG, Brightline...whatever it was, how'd that work out for you? Not so great? Ya, me to. I was in the same boat trying to get "healthy" by focusing on my weight as the factor to determine whether or not I was. What I really needed was a mindset overhaul but there's only so much energy to go around, especi...

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Unlock the Power of Natural Healing with the X39 Wellness Patch! In this episode, we dive into Lifewave's X39 Stem Cell Activation patch, as shared through the inspiring journey of Mrs. Sandra. She's experienced a dramatic reductions in pain, noticeable improvements in skin conditions, and a boost in overall physical performance in just 8 days. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The profound impact...

Have you ever been on a diet and you hate it because you can't have all the things that you love to eat and your struggling? I have a powerful perspective shift during my weight loss journey that helped me to stop thinking about what I was giving up and start to think about what I was gaining instead. Find more helpful tools at https://www.kathrynmay.com Get the first two videos of the Biblical Bo...

Your past doesn’t define you—but your habits will. For years, I let what had happened to me dictate who I was becoming. I lived as if I was still chained to old cycles, repeating patterns that didn’t serve me and wondering why I couldn’t move forward. The truth I had to learn? My past wasn’t holding me back—my habits were. In this episode, I share 5 powerful, practical steps to break free from bad...

Impatience isn’t just a personality quirk—it’s a habit. And habits, whether good or bad, shape the direction of our lives. The truth is, your past doesn’t define you, but your habits absolutely will. Where you are today is the result of choices and patterns you’ve repeated over time—and where you’ll be tomorrow depends on the habits you choose today. In this episode, I share the 4 foundational ste...