What do you do when you're stuck in life and nothing seems clear?
In this vulnerable and wisdom-filled episode, Bethny Ricks—author of Face Forward—shares her story of walking away from a successful corporate career after a health scare, navigating burnout, and learning to trust God with the unknown.
We talk about letting go of titles, releasing our need for control, and what it really looks like to move forward in faith when life falls apart. If you’re in a hard season or feel stuck between where you’ve been and where you’re going, this episode is for you.
In this conversation, we explore:
How to move forward when you don’t know what to do
Why being honest with yourself comes before any strategy
What Bethny’s mini-stroke taught her about surrender
How to let go of people-pleasing and the illusion of control
Why hope isn’t just a feeling—it’s a person
Encouragement for writers, leaders, and women in waiting seasons
Real talk about burnout, disappointment, and starting again with God
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