Wrestling With Life

Down the Charlie Kirk rabbit hole? Drowning in the Epstein files? Freaking out about recent headlines in America? You're not alone. When powerful people fall, corruption surfaces, and headlines leave you questioning everything...it’s easy to spiral into anger, distrust, and confusion. So let's zoom wayyyy out, baby. We can’t control governments or institutions. But we CAN guard our homes, worship,...

Have you ever felt like a walking contradiction? Wanting to change, be better, honor God...but continuously back track? Same. In this episode, we dive into the apostle Paul’s surprisingly relatable inner tension between desire and action, flesh and spirit. We talk about performance Christianity, how to tell shame apart from conviction, and why putting on a spiritual or "perfect" facade helps nobod...

Getting offended is basically a national pastime at this point LOL. Today we’re unpacking the “spirit of offense,” how it quietly wrecks relationships, and why forgiving people who don’t deserve it might actually be the most powerful thing we can do. Follow Wrestling With Life Book with The Revolving Chef

I'm getting real about a season that feels…confusing. Lonely. In-between. I'm missing the version of myself who was the life of the party: the girl doing the worm on the dance floor, roasting her friends, and laughing until her stomach hurt. She feels far away. But maybe following Jesus doesn’t have to mean losing her. Maybe it means redeeming her. Let’s talk about what it looks like to chase God...

Ever feel like your faith is stuck on cruise control? We’re talking about lukewarm Christianity — the kind that’s comfy, convenient, and doesn’t ask too much of us. No shame, no finger-pointing… just an honest conversation about what happens when following Jesus becomes more of a vibe than a commitment, and how to wake our faith back up. Follow Wrestling With Life

Some days feel heavier than they should — and it’s not just because you need more coffee. We’re unpacking spiritual warfare in a grounded, not-weird way: how it shows up in your thoughts, your emotions, and your everyday life, and why not every battle is meant to be fought with self-help. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does this feel so hard?,” this one’s for you. More from Wrestling With Life

Final episode of this series y'all! Since I came back to my faith a year ago, God's convicted me of SO many habits, choices, and perspectives that ultimately pull me away from him and steal my peace, purpose, and joy. From the words that come out of my mouth to the TV I watch and everything in between. Through this specific series, the convictions have only continued, but now in a different and un...

Hi men <3 Of course you get your own episode too!! I brought in three amazing men (Ben Dawson, Josiah Collins, and Tyler Yaw) to shed some light on several big physical insecurities SO many men struggle with -- and also how to make peace with them & overcome them. We're talking: PEDs/creatine use Height insecurities (being short) Fitness insecurities (being "too skinny") Marketing messaging...

This is for the girlies <3 We're talking about: How pornography has shaped the current standard of beauty for women Pressure to get cosmetic procedures like Botox, lip filler, BBLs, etc. How Satan infiltrates our minds as women and distracts us by getting us to hyper-focus on our beauty How media consumption shapes this Redefining our beauty & worth by asking ourselves very real questions I...

One of the biggest lies we get from culture is that our worth is chalked up to our beauty -- how young, fit, and flawless we look. And when we believe these lies and operate as if they are truth, we get caught in a trap that leaves us feeling ugly, worthless, and stuck in comparison. But what if I told you the secret to feeling beautiful doesn't lie in another diet plan, makeup product, or squeezi...

The voices around us often become the voice within us. If we’re constantly surrounded by negative body talk, comparison, or unrealistic expectations, it’s only natural we start to internalize it all as truth.  The good news? Insecurity is contagious, but so is confidence. In this episode, we break down: The psychology and dangers of groupthink How your social circle is programming your internal se...

Whether there is one nasty comment that has stuck with you for over a decade or you have a painful history of abuse, bullying, or toxic relationships -- all of us have been negatively impacted by relationships in our past in some way. You are not alone. This episode details: A painful relationship from my past that I am still healing from 10 years later Ways I have worked to let go of painful comm...

Today, we're getting super vulnerable on the pod. You'll hear from your host (me, EmLed!!) along with three different guests who open up about their biggest physical insecurities and how they've worked to make peace with them.  We cover how to overcome insecurities like: Body dysmorphia Long nose/tribal nose Carrying weight in midsection Being too big Acne struggles Being too skinny Under-eye bags...

Ever wondered why you feel crappy after scrolling through social media, listening to certain music, or watching that one TV show? The easy explanation: our eyes are the portal to our souls and deeply impact the people we become. AKA -- crap in, crap out.  This episode covers: How marketers sell by playing on human shame, fear, and insecurity Statistics that will blow your mind AND piss you off The...

Hi beautiful people :) Welcome to S4 of WWL: We're talking body image, beauty standards, and why it is so difficult to feel comfy, confident, and beautiful in the skin that we're in. But more importantly, we're getting DEEP about a problem hitting the gym everyday or getting more Botox just won't solve: our internal belief system and how we truly see ourselves. The good news is that you CAN change...

We made it y'all! This is the Season 3 finale of Wrestling With Life, and wow—what a ride it’s been. This season was all about stepping boldly in faith, chasing those God-sized dreams, and trusting Him even when the path felt totally unclear. I got to sit down with some of the most inspiring, faith-filled humans right here in my hometown of Wilmington, NC. We talked about building businesses from...

In our final guest episode of Series #3 on the pod, I sat down with triathlete Ian Fisher who is currently training to qualify for the Ironman World Championships! Only 21 but wise beyond his years, Ian opens up about the mental and physical challenges of training for triathlons and working towards his ambitious qualifying goal. From balancing daily life with intense training to the mindset shifts...

This week, I'm sitting down with PR expert and local Wilmington community builder, Alli Rodriguez. She is the founder and CEO of ARPR and she is here to talk about the power of collaboration & community over competition in business!! From her journey into public relations to her commitment to creating spaces where women can thrive together, Alli shares candid insights into building authentic r...

What's up y'all! In this empowering episode that will give you all the feels, I'm sitting down with certified leadership coach Jennifer Brown to explore the transformative concept that you are not your thoughts. Jen shares her personal journey into coaching, the pivotal mindset shifts that helped her break free from limiting beliefs, and the tools she uses to help clients take control of their men...

This episode is so close to my heart you guys!! I finally got to sit down with one of my best friends, Gillian Scott, a local Wilmington architect who recently launched Arc30 Studio. This conversation is one I’ve been craving for months and let me tell you -- it DID NOT disappoint! Gillian has been such a steady, faith-filled presence in my life since I moved to Wilmington. Walking alongside her a...

Y'all -- put your hands together for my good friend Sam Johnson!! This convo will live rent free in my head for a WHILE because it parallels so perfectly with similar messages the Lord has been sending my way over the last few months. Sam and I dive deep into: How Sam's trust in the Lord to provide has always paid off in both his career and life How Sam has overcome feelings of insecurity and unbe...

What's up y'all! Today we’re joined by Nick Rizzo, a video marketer located in Wilmington, NC who helps local business owners get customers with Instagram!!  In this episode, Nick and I dive deep into the mental shifts required to take your business and life to the next level. Whether you're navigating burnout, struggling with imposter syndrome, or hitting a plateau in growth, Nick shares practica...

Tune in to hear Wilmington local author, podcaster, and business owner, Justin Gates, share his personal journey of entrepreneurship: the highs, the lows, and the moments when trusting God made all the difference. Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating the intersection of faith and career, this episode offers honest insights, real talk about risk-taking, and...

In this powerful episode, we're welcoming the inspiring Brittany Wheeler to the mic for a heartfelt conversation about stepping into God-sized dreams with bold faith. Brittany, host of the podcast The Brittany Wheeler Show, shares her personal journey of walking away from the career she thought she wanted, trusting God through uncertainty, and walking courageously towards the vision God called her...

AMAZING NEWS Y'ALL - your girl is officially an entrepreneur!! What!! As I'm navigating starting my own business for the first time and TOTALLY being pushed out of my comfort zone, it only makes sense to start a podcast series on how to stop playing small and start stepping in faith. Right?? This is the only solo episode in the whole series, which sets the stage for interviews I'm recording with s...