Ep 17: What if the very thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances—but the story you’ve been telling yourself?
In this episode, Heather Nielsen shares her journey of overcoming deep-rooted beliefs around worth, money, business, and belonging. From walking away from a life that no longer aligned with her spirit to building a mission-driven business rooted in faith, Heather invites you to stop waiting for permission and start owning your divine assignment.
Whether you’ve been hiding behind roles, paralyzed by fear, or stuck in self-doubt, this episode will help you trade permission for purpose and boldly step into the life you were created for.
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Ep 16: When your body starts to fail, and no one has answers… where do you go? For Heidi Bluemel, the only answer left was God.
In this deeply personal episode, Heidi shares her journey of facing a devastating chronic illness. With her life and identity hanging in the balance, Heidi chose to walk away from traditional paths and instead walk forward in faith.
This episode is a tender, raw look at what happens when healing doesn’t come in the way you hoped, and how trusting God anyway can lead to something even more miraculous than physical recovery.
Why Listen:
This story will speak to anyone facing the unknown—whether it’s illness, career upheaval, or a spiritual crossroads. Heidi’s testimony will stir your faith and soften your heart toward the kind of trust that can only be built in the wilderness.
You’ll hear:
What it’s like to wrestle with a life-threatening diagnosis and impossible decisions
How to surrender when every option feels like a loss
The surprising way God met Heidi in her surrender
How she found purpose in entrepreneurship, faith, and community
Why your limitations don’t disqualify you—they may be your greatest catalyst
Heidi’s story is a testament to what’s possible when we stop fighting for control and start trusting the One who sees the whole picture.
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Ep 15: After decades of giving everything to her children, Susan Hart woke up one day and realized she no longer recognized herself. In this conversation, she shares the honest journey of rediscovering her identity, reclaiming her dreams, and shifting from “helicopter mom” to purpose-filled woman.
From navigating disappointment when her son didn’t get into his dream school to recognizing the quiet patterns of generational martyrdom, Susan opens up about what it truly means to lead our children, not through control or perfection, but through example.
Why Listen:
If you've ever felt lost in motherhood, struggled to balance your personal desires with your parenting role, or believed the lie that sacrifice = success, this episode is for you.
Ep 14: What if success as a mom and entrepreneur wasn’t about doing more—but about designing a life you actually enjoy?
In this episode, I sit down with messaging expert Kaelynn Priest for a heartfelt conversation about business pivots, mom guilt, faith-led decisions, and the freedom that comes from choosing joy over pressure. Kaelynn shares her story of building a thriving product-based business, selling it, and leaning fully into her zone of genius, helping women clarify their message and build a business that aligns with their season of life.
Why Listen:
This episode is for the woman who wants to grow something meaningful without burning out or missing the moments that matter most. If you've ever felt torn between business dreams and motherhood, or wondered whether you’re “doing enough,” this conversation is for you!
What You’ll Discover
The mindset shifts that helped Kaelynn move from mom guilt to momentum
How she designed a business around her unique strengths and energy
What to do when God doesn’t give you a clear “yes or no”
The overlooked link between fulfillment and productivity
A refreshing perspective on outsourcing, motherhood, and self-worth
Whether you're building a business during nap time or questioning what alignment really looks like, this episode will remind you: it’s good for the world when you feel good in your life.
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Ep 13: What if the secret to thriving in both business and motherhood isn’t hustling harder, but embracing grace? In this episode, I sit down with Camille Walker—business coach, podcast host, and mom of four—to explore how choosing grace can change the way we work, parent, and lead.
Why Listen:
Camille shares her real-life journey from the corporate finance world to building a successful online business, all while raising a family and helping other moms do the same.
What You’ll Discover
How Camille turned criticism into fuel for confidence and growth
The surprising connection between self-love and better parenting
Practical ways to set boundaries and ask for support without guilt
Why grace (not hustle) is the key to sustainable success in motherhood and business
The mindset shifts that help women build businesses on their own terms
Whether you’re a mom, entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking a more purposeful way to prosper, this episode will remind you that you don’t have to prove yourself—you can thrive with grace.
Connect with Camille on Facebook.
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Ep 12: What happens when you trade comfort for calling? In this episode, Tawnya Shaner shares her family’s courageous decision to leave behind comfort, routine, and the need to “prove” for a year-long journey to Spread the Spark. With five kids in tow, Tawnya is choosing connection over conformity, service over fear, and faith over hustle culture.
We talk about what it looks like to truly live your values, teach your children resilience, and let go of the need to impress others while proving what’s possible when you live aligned with who you were divinely designed to be.
Why Listen:– Discover what it means to build a “credibility score” with yourself– Learn how to parent with intentionality while prioritizing connection– Hear how Tawnya overcame mental health struggles to pursue her calling– Be inspired to live with less so you can experience more– See how letting go of proving frees you to become
What You’ll Discover:– The power of living your values in a tangible, family-centered way– How to let go of ego-driven conversations and build authentic connections– Tools for building resilience in your children and yourself– Why slowing down and disconnecting can deepen your purpose– Permission to follow promptings even when they don’t make sense on paper
Follow Tawyna's journey and join the Spread the Spark movement on Facebook and at www.spreadthespark.org
Ep 11: Kari dives deep into the journey of personal growth by embracing uncertainty, surrendering control, and—most importantly—taking ownership of her role in life’s challenges, including her divorce.
She shares how recognizing her part in the problems she faced became a turning point for healing and transformation. Together, we explore the phases of growth—from awareness to practice to embodiment—and how shifting perspective can turn setbacks into powerful opportunities for learning and prosperity.
This episode is a raw, honest, and inspiring look at how accountability and curiosity can lead to lasting change and peace.
Why Listen?
Discover the power of taking ownership in your personal and relational challenges
Learn how to sit with discomfort and uncertainty without rushing to “fix” everything
Hear real-life insights on breaking free from hustle culture and embracing surrender
Gain tools for shifting perspective to transform setbacks into growth opportunities
What You’ll Discover
The three phases of growth: awareness, practice, and embodiment
How accountability in difficult situations fosters healing and empowerment
Ways to cultivate curiosity about your role in the patterns and outcomes of your life
Practical mindset shifts that open the door to unexpected prosperity and peace
Ep 10: In this episode of Prove It, Michaela sits down with Lyndsi Weise, a mom who has built a 6-figure business from home. Lyndsi shares her journey of building a wildly successful business, only to watch it crumble overnight — and how she faced the emotional, spiritual, and nervous system fallout that followed.
Together, they explore what it really means to be an Enneagram 8 woman: the drive, the passion, the hunger for impact — and the hidden exhaustion and vulnerability behind it all. Lyndsi opens up about rebuilding her capacity through breathwork, visualization, journaling, and faith, and how she’s learned to navigate life’s uncertainties with more patience and grace.
If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold everything together or feared what might happen if you let go, this conversation will remind you that true power often comes in the surrender.
Connect with Lyndsi on Facebook and join her Facebook group here!
Ep 9: In this episode, I sit down with boundary and business coach Erin Anderson, who shares how her journey through betrayal trauma, physical and emotional healing, and spiritual awakening taught her to reclaim her identity and rebuild self-trust. What began as a painful unraveling became a profound reconnection to truth—and a calling to help other women do the same.
Erin opens up about overcoming depression, people-pleasing, and childhood conditioning rooted in narcissism. She explains why abandoning yourself to keep the peace only leads to deeper disconnection—and how boundaries, when rooted in love and truth, are the key to wholeness. This episode is full of soul-level insight on identity, agency, and why proving your worth is never the answer.
Why Listen:
If you've ever felt fractured by the need to prove your value, feared other people’s reactions, or abandoned your own needs to keep someone else calm—this episode is for you.
Erin speaks directly to the woman who feels pulled in every direction but can’t figure out how to come home to herself. Her insights are validating, empowering, and spiritually grounded, offering you a new framework to understand boundaries, identity, and love.
What You’ll Discover:
Why boundary-setting is about self-love, not selfishness
The link between self-betrayal and emotional burnout
How to reframe judgment and criticism through a lens of compassion
Why healing your relationship with yourself affects everything from motherhood to money
What it really means to “stand in holy places” in everyday life
How divine identity replaces the exhausting need to prove your worth
Connect with Erin on Facebook.
For $600 off her "Building the Unbreakable Boundary" course, email her at erinanderson@erinanderson-coaching.com.
Ep 8: When Missy Brown found herself navigating a new reality as the mother of neurodivergent children, her perspective on self-worth, priorities, and personal growth shifted forever.
In this heartfelt conversation, Missy shares her journey of raising two daughters and how advocating for their needs became the catalyst for rediscovering her own voice, value, and identity.
We talk about people-pleasing, letting go of shame, handling judgment from others, and how self-care isn't selfish. From meltdowns in public to moments of unexpected beauty, Missy offers a raw and refreshing take on what it means to lead with compassion, choose yourself, and stop waiting for the world’s approval.
Missy’s story is a reminder that you matter too. Whether or not you're raising neurodivergent children, you’ll see yourself in the wrestle between showing up for others and remembering who you are.
Connect with Missy and view her TV show here!
Ep 7: Katie Shields is a connection coach, homeschooling mom of (soon-to-be) eight, and co-leader of a thriving coaching business with her husband. But her path to purpose hasn’t looked conventional—and that’s exactly the point.
In this episode, Katie opens up about what it really takes to follow God’s calling when your life doesn’t fit neatly into the boxes culture (or even your own family) expects.
From homeschooling and business ownership to redefining productivity, worth, and what it means to “do it all,” Katie shares the wrestles, revelations, and rhythms that have helped her own her identity in every role she plays.
Whether she’s blending business with motherhood or learning to say no so she can say yes to what really matters, Katie’s story is a masterclass in living with intention—even when the path is anything but traditional.
Why Listen:
This episode is for the woman who feels torn between purpose and pressure, who’s tired of trying to fit into spaces that only see part of her. If you’re navigating the tension between being a present mom and a passionate creator… if you’ve ever felt judged for your choices or questioned whether you’re “doing it right”… this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone—and that the most important validation comes from within and above.
What You’ll Discover:
Why owning your identity matters more than fitting into any one role
How to stop trying to prove you’re “enough” and start living like you are
Practical ways to combine seemingly competing priorities (faith, motherhood, business) into a unified, purposeful life
The power of asking God what to focus on daily—and what to let go of
Why flipping the script from “What am I saying no to?” to “What am I saying yes to?” might just change everything
You don’t have to be all things to all people. You just need to be the woman God created you to be—on purpose, for a purpose.
Connect with Katie on Facebook and https://www.mountainside.life
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Ep. 6: In this episode of Prove It, I sit down with personal brand strategist Jennifer Anderson to talk about what it really takes to show up with conviction and build a life that fits.
After decades in the recruiting industry and thousands of interviews later, Jen shares what most people overlook: the power of owning your story, knowing your worth, and building a brand around who you are, not just what you’ve done.
We talk about the hidden cost of waiting for external validation, how to stop measuring your worth by your résumé, and the confidence that comes from clarity—not credentials.
Whether you’re navigating a pivot, stepping into leadership, or feeling like you’ve outgrown the old rules, this conversation will remind you that you already have what it takes.
Listen in and discover:✨ Why your confidence—not your credentials—is your most powerful asset✨ How to build a personal brand rooted in clarity and purpose✨ The trap of proving your worth through achievement✨ What “be still and know” really means (and how to actually do it)
You don’t need more validation. You need vision, voice, and the faith to show up as who you already are.
Ep 5: In this honest and soul-stirring conversation, entrepreneur Alicia Wood shares how her deepest seasons of uncertainty led to the most defining acts of faith.
From launching two mission-driven businesses as a single mom to navigating painful personal decisions, Alicia reveals what it takes to co-create miracles with God—especially when obedience means setting hard boundaries and taking bold risks. She opens up about the emotional toll of people-pleasing, the spiritual discipline of saying no, and how leaning into divine promptings changed everything.
Why Listen:
If you've ever wrestled with the fear of letting people down or wondered if it's really God’s will to step back or say no—this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Alicia brings clarity and compassion to the tension between sacrifice and alignment, showing how real faith sometimes looks like risk, restraint, and radical trust.
What You’ll Discover:
Why boundaries are sacred and necessary for spiritual leadership
How to tell the difference between people-pleasing and divine service
What it means to co-create miracles with God
How to cultivate boldness in your business, faith, and family life
Permission to stop overgiving—and start aligning
Connect with Alicia on IG @the.preparednessproject and @moms.tech.academy
Ep 4: In this inspiring conversation, Heidi Benson — morning routine expert, nutrition coach, and founder of The Morning Mavericks — shares how surrendering control led her exactly where she was meant to be.
From an unexpected job loss to the sacred gift of time with her grandmother, Heidi’s story is a moving testament to how God's plans are always better than our own. She reveals how a simple morning routine became her anchor through life’s storms and how focusing on faith, health, and gratitude helped her build a life she loves — one she never could have orchestrated on her own.
Why Listen:
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wondering if you’re really on the right path, Heidi’s story will offer you hope and clarity. This episode will remind you that letting go isn’t losing — it’s trusting.
Through her powerful personal journey, Heidi shows that when you prioritize faith and create daily habits that nourish your soul, God will lead you to a life even more beautiful than you imagined.
What You'll Discover:
How a strong morning routine can anchor your confidence, health, and faith
What it looks like to truly surrender your plans and trust God's timing
How seemingly hard moments are often divine setups for greater purpose
Why redefining success is crucial for living a meaningful, joy-filled life
Practical insights for building daily habits rooted in gratitude, movement, and prayer
Connect with Heidi on IG
Ep 3: In this heartfelt and empowering conversation, transformational coach Jeana Núñez shares her journey of letting go of perfectionism, surrendering control, and learning to co-create a life of peace, purpose, and prosperity with God.
From hiding her talents out of fear of judgment to embracing her divine worth, Jeana opens up about the powerful mindset shifts that changed everything — both in her life and in her business. Her story is a testimony that when you stop trying to control the outcome and start trusting God’s plan, you find yourself exactly where you're meant to be.
Why Listen:
If you’ve ever felt trapped by perfectionism, fear of failure, or the pressure to prove yourself — this episode will speak straight to your heart. Jeana’s story is a beautiful reminder that surrender is not giving up; it’s rising up into the life God designed for you. Her wisdom about faith, resilience, and redefining success offers a roadmap for anyone feeling stuck between striving and surrendering.
What You'll Discover:
How perfectionism can hide your God-given gifts — and how to break free from it
The difference between striving for approval and living from divine confidence
What it truly looks like to let God be the CEO of your life and business
Why gratitude and remembering God's miracles are essential to building trust
How faith, freedom, and purpose are intertwined when you surrender control
Find Jeana on IG
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Ep 2: In this powerful conversation, Chelsea Christensen — multi-passionate entrepreneur, coach, and host of The Dance of Growth Podcast — shares her inspiring journey of building a business she loved, losing herself to the demands of "success," and reclaiming a life of harmony, purpose, and peace. She opens up about the difference between chasing external achievements and intentionally designing a life aligned with her values.
Chelsea shares how she shifted from burnout to balanced entrepreneurship, how her confidence was built not on certainty but on self-trust, and how money, purpose, and prosperity can coexist when stewarded with the right heart.
Why Listen:
If you've ever felt trapped by the very success you once prayed for, or if you struggle to balance ambition with alignment, this episode will feel like a deep breath for your soul. Chelsea’s raw, relatable story will help you rethink what it means to "have it all" — and how true prosperity comes not from striving, but from surrendering and intentionally designing a life that honors your divine calling.
What You'll Discover:
How to recognize when "success" is silently costing you your peace
The secret to building confidence through trust, not perfection
Why balance is a myth — and what living in harmony really looks like
How to align business, motherhood, and personal growth without losing yourself
A refreshing perspective on money as a tool for impact and opportunity, not identity
Connect with Chelsea on IG
Ep 1: In this first episode of Prove It!, host Michaela Esplin shares her personal journey of overcoming the need to prove her worth through achievements, people-pleasing, and perfectionism.
From growing up as the "example" in her family to navigating the unexpected challenges of raising a son with a rare syndrome, Michaela opens up about the pivotal moment that shifted her understanding of confidence, divine identity, and true prosperity. You'll hear the powerful story of her son’s faith-filled response to adversity — and how it changed everything.
Why Listen?
If you've ever felt trapped in striving for external validation, chasing approval, or measuring your worth by your accomplishments, this episode will speak directly to your heart.
Michaela invites you into a new way of living — one rooted in divine design, faith, and purpose rather than pressure, hustle, or fear. You'll walk away encouraged to redefine success and step into the person God created you to become.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The difference between negative proving and positive proving
How true prosperity is about moving forward with hope — not just financial success
Why your worth is not up for debate, and how your choices can reflect your divine potential
The mindset shift that will help you leave behind burnout, anxiety, and self-doubt
How to start building a foundation of peace, confidence, and meaningful impact in your life
✨ Ready to stop chasing approval and start proving what's possible? This is your first step.
Hang out with Michaela on Facebook HERE
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