Hey mission fam! In episode 206 - The Benefits of a Holding Pattern, I'm diving deep into the concept of a "holding pattern" - something we often judge ourselves for, but which can actually be incredibly powerful and necessary. I share how these periods of seeming stillness aren't about procrastination or laziness, but can be sacred spaces of healing, regrouping, and intentional preparation.

Drawing from aviation analogies and personal experiences (like President Utchdorf), I explore how holding patterns protect us from rushed decisions and give us time to reconnect with ourselves and God.

Whether you're a missionary going through the motions, a returned missionary processing your experience, or someone waiting on a big life decision, this episode will help you see these moments not as setbacks, but as valuable parts of your growth journey. I wrap up by sharing a beautiful scripture from Psalms - "Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him" - and encourage listeners to view their holding patterns as intentional, holy spaces. My hope is that you'll walk away with more compassion for yourself and understanding that you're always progressing, even when it doesn't look like forward movement.

As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.

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