I know we've all heard the term "identity crisis." It's a term I've referred to a lot in this season and one I thinks thats been uniquely tossed around a lot in the last few years.  One year ago today, I had what I'd refer to a full blown identity crisis. It was a moment where everything I thought I had known until that day made sense, suddenly didn't and l felt like I was living someone else's life. It was the scary, mostly because I had no idea what was happening, but even more so, no idea how I got to this point...  Today, reflecting back on 1 year,  I'm unpacking what I feel created the perfect storm of a total breaking point and the identity I was living came tumbling down.  I'll be touching on the societal pressure and factors that lead to this, the struggle of feeling lost, and the importance of reclaiming one's true identity, with God's help.  Today we'll be separating out external perceptions from internal truths in hope that you can shed this false sense, piece back the fractures to align with who God says you are and begin to restructure your authentic identity.

Have you ever been moving along quite well, when suddenly something out of nowhere creates a disruption in your progress? Maybe you've established a really good work out routine, or you are reconnecting to your faith, or you just got the dream job you always wanted- and then BAMB. You're hit with a set back that unearths your progress, ultimately making you feel all your hard work was for nothing?   Today we're talking about the phenomenon of Resistance, and how to face it when it presents itself. Ultimately- how to acknowledge its hard lessons without being overcome by it: an essential component to the healing era.

Today’s episode is close to my heart. My husband, David Curran shares his personal perspective on various seasons of waiting in his professional music career.  Even though I may be slightly biased, David offers a wealth of wisdom regarding how important waiting seasons can be and the essential lessons we can learn from them. We’ll be discussing the importance of patience, personal growth, and self-discovery found within an intense waiting season.  More than anything, he emphasizes the significance of preparation within these times as well as how these experiences shape one’s future success. Enjoy our silly dynamics and a ton of wisdom-  for anyone who’s finding themselves in the throws of a waiting season, this episode is for you!       I love you LP- DC

Strap IN gang. PHEW. This interview is truly one of *the* most significant conversations I’ve had to date, and I cannot be more excited to bring it you. As we well know, the trifecta of healing is composed of mental, spiritual, AND the physical. Today, we are diving into the compelling, transformational, and deeply moving story of Mallory Morgan, business coach turned health advocate as she walks us through her 100 pound holistic weight loss journey in just 11 months. Mal shares her transformative journey towards health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility, listening to one's body, and the power of nourishment over restriction. This is a story of self love, empowerment and the true demonstration of how we can drastically our external world for good, when we come face to face with ourselves, and nourish ourselves from the inside out. Instagram: @her.healthy.home

Today we're circling back on the topic of friendship loss. I touched this topic in season 1, but it seems that this theme is currently coming up once more.  I can't tell you how many messages I've received in this season so far, sharing how much the series is helping particularly in the area of friendship loss.  It almost seems many of you may be navigating this topic right now- you're IN IT in real time. Today I want to offer a fresh perspective, and more so, a healed and holistic perspective, when it comes to navigating the changes, shifts and sometimes losses around the relationships we call our friendships.

Today is probably the most important podcast I’ve ever recorded, mainly because I am brining you inside my personal story of what ultimately sparked this healing era. I also have my incredible friend and spiritual mentor, Corina Cook on the episode today! Corina walked beside me the last 2.5 years, quite literally “IN IT” with me- As we recount the transformational journey, we are discussing the challenges that arose, the importance of friendship, and the process of breaking down emotional walls. I’ll be sharing stories of struggle, growth, and the pivotal moments that led to my current state of resilience and self-discovery. This is a story about  the significance of support, faith, and the choice to overcome offense in order to thrive. There is so much power in forgiveness, letting go of burdens, and the journey towards emotional healing.  And even more power through realizing healing is not something you have to do alone in your own strength- but rather through surrendering control, welcoming the invitation of prayer and the impact of truth in recognizing one's identity beyond pain and anxiety. There is so much freedom if we can choose the option to heal. Hope you guys enjoy...

In this conversation, I’m inviting my own personal therapist, Laura Williams, a licensed professional counselor, to discusses the complexities of boundaries, walls, and the false self. She is sharing a different perspective when it comes to boundaries - how they are often misunderstood and why it’s important to use curiosity in understanding personal wounding. The conversation highlights the relational nature of boundaries, the impact of unhealthy relationships, and the necessity of self-reflection in personal growth. Laura provides insights on how to navigate emotional challenges and the significance of accountability in healing from trauma. I’m so excited for you to be able to hear, it feels like you’re getting a seat inside your own therapy session, for free.  https://www.befoundcounseling.com/ Instagram @laurawilliamslpc Encountering You Podcast Apple Podcasts Spotify        

This past week I asked for any and all questions regarding my healing journey and was floored by the overwhelming response. The most pressing being: "I'm so overwhelmed Where do I even begin?" It's okay friend, I have been there too. Today I'm responding to all the questions you guys asked in a special bonus UNCUT hour long episode! 

Today we are covering the trifecta of healing: The Mind, Body, and Soul. When it comes to our own healing journey, we tend to favor one over the other, and while its great to pick a lane to get initial motivation going, ultimately you’ll find these three elements are intricately connected and ultimately non negotiable. Even more than “balance,” I’ll be sharing how the goal is integrating mental health, spiritual connection, and physical well-being as well as  a few personal experiences over the last 18 months on how these elements interact and affect overall health. It may feel a little unconventional, but go with me on this… I promise you, it’s worth it.

In this episode, I'm diving into the taboo topic of people pleasing and the cycles that often accompany it. The conversation begins with an exploration of personal patterns and how they manifest in our lives if left unchecked. I'm sharing my own journey of recognizing my people-pleasing tendencies, the impact of external validation, and the importance of self-discovery in a whole new way. Hopefully, this discussion will emphasize the need to break free from societal 'shoulds' and to empower us to make decisions based on personal desires rather than external expectations. It's time We put people pleasing to bed, and end this heinous cycle of self abandonment in the name of "caring."

Welcome to season 3, our pivot into THE HEALING ERA! A new season focused on healing and personal growth. 6 months ago I disappeared on the heels of what felt like a midlife-crisis. Turns out, it was an awakening. I'll be discussing the challenges and disruptions that led to the awareness around taking time for self-reflection and healing. This conversation explores coping strategies, the significance of taking a sabbatical, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul in the healing process.

I’ll come right out with it. Today is about how to navigate when people are talking about you.  I think we all deep down want to be like and accepted, no one wants to be judged and discussed.But it doesn't changed the fact that it hurts. And it's hard.  Today I'm sharing a bit of my own personal reflection of how I've navigated being the subject of commentary for some time, the mistakes I made in handling it in the past, and the shifts and changes I've made to navigate in this season a healthier way.  So much of it is ultimately beyond our control, but we can always control how we respond and the routes we take regardless.   Outro Song- Lorde "A World Alone" 2013 Universal Music NZ Ltd

You hear this word more these days more than maybe you hear a lot of words, and rightfully so. Life continues to become increasingly more tense and burdensome, and it is only natural that worry and anxiety would follow.  By no means today is it my goal to offer clinical counsel, but I do feel an urgent need to share my own personal story + experience when it comes to combatting anxiety.  No matter where you're finding yourself today on this journey, I truly believe freedom is possible. I never believed it, until I experienced it for myself....

I talk to so many people who say they KNOW they need to start using their voice more, but don't! Why are we so afraid to speak our minds, share our thoughts and let our unique voices be heard?  Well... I'm sure for many reasons, past experiences, fear of judgement, etc. On today's episode I'll be helping you understand how to use your voice + also discuss a few ways you may be hurting your ability to use your voice.  We're here for a short time people. Time to use the voice you were given to reach those you were meant to impact.

We've talked before about when to knowledge the timing of making the next bold move- But today's episode is for those who know THEY KNOW they're in the season of bold moves! I believe there's a 3 step process for making it happen for this next season, and I don't think you can skip over them either. All 3 are required for what's about to take place for you in your growth journey these next 3 months. In today's episode I'll be talking about how to step up, stand out & how to step forward boldly so that you can experience all that has God in store for you.

Have you ever caught yourself searching for the next thing? Perhaps you're there now, frantically feeling the pressure of the endless pursuit of "the next thing" phenomenon.  Our culture is obsessed with keeping up with others out of fear we may fall behind, and if we aren't careful, this hamster wheel to nowhere will rob us of our present day joy in the work we're doing.  Today I'm sharing my first hand experience in navigating the hardships of my own endless chasing, but also the lessons and freedoms I've experienced since discovering the secret- that the next thing, is truly right NOW.

Today, we're going there We have electric cars, working on travel to mars and AI generated renderings of my kids who haven't been born yet,  But for whatever reason, we can't seem to evolve out of the mean girls phenomenon.  It's a topic that I feel has been danced around long enough, and due in part by the massive amounts of those asking for advice around this very topic, I figured, enough with the dancing.  Time to cut straight to it- calling out the mean girl spirit so that ultimately we can end this cycle once and for all.  If you came for tea, well hon, I'm afraid you might be part of the problem.  But hopefully- by the end of the episode, you'll be a part of the solution....   

Do you feel you've been in your comfort zone a little too long?Do you feel like you're holding yourself back? Do you know the difference between when your comfort zone is serving you or harming you? On Today's episode we'll talk about discerning our comfort zone. We'll talk through how to know when it's serving you and how to know when you've made camp in a place it's time to move beyond. And if and when it's time to move beyond it, how to step up and step out to fully owning what gods called you to do.

It seems to be the season of holding ourselves back. Maybe out of fear of what others think or maybe not having all the steps to feel ready. Maybe it's imposter syndrome or feeling unqualified to pursue the thing we feel called to do.  It's not going away. The longing. The deep knowing. A sense that we were meant for more. And yet, we, not anyone else, keep stopping ourselves right in our tracks.  Maybe it's not a hater. Or a skill. Or the time Maybe, the thing, the only person stopping you, is you.  And maybe, just maybe it's time to let all that noise between your ears go.Maybe it's time to step up and step out. Maybe, today,enough is enough

Welcome to season 2 of In It - host Lindsey Plevyak gives an overview of what listeners can expect this season.