Tatum answers your submitted questions on (1) what to do when you feel like you’re not hearing from God, (2) discerning whether a pivot is Spirit-led, and (3) how to pursue higher education as a wife, mom, and entrepreneur—plus why she said “yes” to law school. Expect practical rhythms, biblical anchors, and real-life systems that protect your peace, family, and focus.

Topics & Timestamps (from listener questions)

• [0:27] What do you do when you feel like you are not hearing from God?
• [15:18] How do you know when something is (or should be) a Spirit-led pivot?
• [21:11] What made you pursue law school?
• [31:52] Advice for a mom, wife, and entrepreneur pursuing higher education

Key Takeaways

• When God feels “quiet,” first lower the noise: reduce information overload, step back from social feeds, and create space to hear His still, small voice. Watch for personal “warning lights” (anxiety, irritability, impatience) that signal it’s time to unplug and recentre.
• Sometimes silence is intentional—a season to apply what He already taught you. Keep communing with God, act in obedience, and recognize His hand even when He isn’t verbose.
• Discerning a Spirit-led pivot:
• Scripture check—God will not contradict His Word.
• History with God—does this align with recent themes in prayer, journaling, and conviction?
• Wise counsel + practical confirmations—agreement from trusted voices and doors God opens.
• Order matters—obedience first, clarity often follows.
• Pursuing school as a mompreneur: count the cost, build the team, design systems.
• Scale business responsibly, design childcare that gives peace of mind, and budget with realistic/committed revenue.
• Protect mind, body, and spirit: fuel with protein-forward meals, rest when your body says pause, and use tools that lower cognitive load.
• Tools Tatum loves for study & life design:
• Google Notebook to turn class notes into podcasts, videos, quizzes, flashcards, and mind maps.
• A custom “LifeOS” in ChatGPT trained on syllabi, calendars, and family logistics to auto-draft weekly plans.

Scriptures & Biblical Themes Mentioned

• God speaking in a still small voice (1 Kings 19:11–13)
• Fruit of the Spirit as behavioural gauge (Galatians 5:22–23)
• Abraham’s move as a model for faith steps (Genesis 12)
• Counting the cost before building (Luke 14:28)
• Spirit-led redirection in Acts (e.g., Acts 16)

Resources Mentioned

• Study Bible (with cross-references, concordance, index, maps) - https://amzn.to/4hgpEww
• Google Notebook: https://notebooklm.google/
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Tatum opens the episode reflecting on her recent midterm fatigue and decision to take a mental health day. She thanks listeners for their patience and reminds them that the podcast is a ministry, not a job. This space is about service — not clout, income, or obligation.

“Part of taking what God entrusts to us seriously is knowing when we don’t have it to give — and honoring that.”[1:56] Listener Q&A Introduction

After receiving dozens of thoughtful questions from her audience, Tatum shares that she’ll be answering them over two upcoming episodes. She also hints at bringing back past guests whose lives and testimonies have evolved since their first appearance.

[3:02] Question 1: Why Does It Feel Like Everyone Else Is Getting Blessed But Me?

A listener in her 30s shares feelings of discouragement watching others get married, have children, and advance in their careers while she continues to wait on God.

Scripture Focus: Philippians 4:10–13 (NLT)

“I have learned how to be content with whatever I have… for I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

Highlights:

• [4:26] Paul’s contentment wasn’t rooted in circumstances, but in Christ.
• [6:02] The enemy often exploits waiting seasons to sow doubt and comparison.
• [7:29] Protect your vulnerabilities — unfollow triggers, set digital boundaries.
• [9:18] Learn to desire the Giver more than the gift.
• [10:11] Tatum shares how she met her husband in God’s timing, not her own.
• [13:18] Create “safeguards of contentment” through prayer, scripture, and boundaries.

Key Takeaway:

True peace in waiting comes when your fulfillment is anchored in God’s presence, not His performance.[15:23] Question 2: How Do I Set Boundaries as a Mom Starting a Business?

A listener asks for guidance on balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship without losing focus on God’s purpose.

Highlights:

• [16:30] The first boundary to establish is with yourself.
• [17:05] Balance is a myth — pursue harmony through alignment with God.
• [18:30] Tatum’s 3 personal boundaries:

1. Stay connected to the Vine (John 15).
2. Keep priorities in divine order.
3. Do every assignment with excellence.

• [21:07] Boundaries are about stewardship, not restriction.

Spiritual Insight:

“Your ambition should never come at the expense of your assignment at home.”[22:22] Bonus Segment: God-Led Business Strategy

Tatum shifts into strategist mode, walking listeners through how to build a business from the ground up with divine order and practicality.

Highlights:

• [23:28] Start with a clear business plan — use SBA.gov templates.
• [24:31] Validate your idea before marketing it.
• [25:47] Businesses fail when they don’t solve real problems.
• [26:30] Marketing is a byproduct of strategy, not the starting point.

Takeaway:

Build from the blueprint God gives you — not the algorithm’s trends.[27:00] Question 3: How Did You Stay Focused When People Doubted You?

A listener who recently quit her 9–5 asks how to stay steadfast when others question her calling.

Highlights:

• [28:01] Tatum recalls the doubtful reactions when she left her job to start Anchored Media.
• [28:48] How she turned fear into fuel by focusing on work, not validation.
• [29:58] The importance of a supportive community of faith-driven entrepreneurs.
• [31:09] Stay quiet about your progress — let the fruit speak.

Key Takeaway:

“When God gives you the vision, He’ll also give you the proof — but you have to build first.”[32:32] Question 4: Preparing for Motherhood as a Married Entrepreneur

A listener asks how to spiritually and practically prepare for motherhood while running a business.

Highlights:

• [33:48] Create a relationship bucket list — enjoy your marriage before kids.
• [36:02] Build rhythms of connection (weekly date nights, intentional check-ins).
• [36:41] Individual and joint therapy before kids is an act of preparation, not repair.
• [38:07] Men need emotional support too — they carry provision pressure.
• [39:29] Protect your marriage from being consumed by parenthood.
• [40:46] Create a “Happy List” for postpartum joy and mental health support.
• [42:59] Audit your business:
• Increase passive income streams
• Automate workflows
• Cut unnecessary costs
• [45:37] Make your business lean for freedom — not pressure.

Key Takeaway:

“Motherhood should multiply your grace, not your chaos. Prepare now so peace leads the transition.”

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In this honest check-in, I share why I’m temporarily shifting from two episodes a week while juggling law school, newborn life, and midterms—and I re-air one of your most requested episodes: Rhythm over Routine. We close out the “How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions” mini-series with a practical framework for building a business in step with the Spirit, not driven by hustle or ego. If you’ve ever felt productive yet disconnected from God, this one will set you free.

What You’ll Learn

• The difference between routine (checkbox faith) and rhythm (daily dependence)
• Why “keeping in step with the Spirit” (Galatians 5:16–26) is a lifestyle, not a morning checklist
• The 4-part framework: Abide → Align → Act → Assess
• How digital distraction, time scarcity, and information overload sabotage intimacy with God—and what to do about it
• Practical ways to reduce noise (limits, notifications, sacred windows) and protect your secret place
• How to evaluate fruit and course-correct with grace (not performance)

Key Scriptures

• Galatians 5:16–26 – Walk by the Spirit; fruit of the Spirit; keep in step
• John 15:5 – Abiding in the Vine to bear fruit
• Luke 10:38–42 – Martha vs. Mary (routine vs. rhythm)
• Exodus 16 – Daily manna: dependence over hoarding
• Mark 1:35; John 5:19 – Jesus’ pace and posture: presence over pressure

The Rhythm Framework (Quick Reference)

• Abide: Guard intimacy with God; create sacred windows; reduce digital noise.
• Align: Test ideas, opportunities, and pivots against Scripture, God’s character, and the peace of the Spirit.
• Act: Move with faith and flexibility—be interruptible and obedient.
• Assess: Measure fruit (Gal. 5:22–23), review outcomes with the Spirit, and course-correct as needed.

Practical Tips Mentioned

• Put time limits on social apps; silence non-essential notifications.
• Try an information fast (step back from extra voices/content).
• Schedule sacred windows (daily/weekly) for prayer, stillness, and listening.
• Run decisions through discernment filters: Scripture consistency, peace, timing, assignment fit.

Series Recap (Parts 1–3)

• Part 1: Acts 8:26–40 — Strategic decisions led by the Holy Spirit
• Part 2: Acts 13:1–4 — Worship, fasting, submission → divine clarity
• Part 3: Acts 16:6–10 — Mobility and flexibility in Spirit-led pivots

Q&A

I’m lining up Q&A episodes to pour out what God’s been teaching me during this season.

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In this week’s episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we’re continuing our Bible on Business series by unpacking the power of holy boldness through the lens of Acts 4:13–22. As Christian entrepreneurs, we are called to do more than just add scripture to our captions—we are called to build businesses that reflect the character of Christ and disrupt worldly systems with Kingdom values.

This episode digs deep into what it truly means to be bold, not in a self-glorifying or performative way, but with a courage that is empowered by the Holy Spirit. We define boldness biblically, exploring its Greek root (parrēsia) and how it shows up in the lives of Peter and John as they stand before the Sanhedrin with confidence and conviction.

Tatum also brings in Numbers 30 to confront how many of us mask passiveness as patience or humility when it is actually disobedience. You’ll walk away from this episode with the clarity to recognize whether your hesitation is humility or hidden fear, and the spiritual tools to begin choosing obedience over comfort.

Other key takeaways:

• The biblical definition of boldness and how to cultivate it
• The difference between boldness, pride, and ego
• What happens when we confuse self-glorification with Spirit-led courage
• Why passiveness is not humility—and how to confront it in yourself
• Examples of modern-day Kingdom businesses that disrupt worldly systems
• The connection between time with Jesus and confidence in your calling
• How boldness helps you become a witness, not just an entrepreneur

This is a must-listen episode for anyone who is tired of playing it safe and ready to boldly obey what God has already told them to do.

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We pick the book club back up with Part II (“Looking Within”) of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley. Tatum recaps the biblical foundation of the Holy Spirit’s indwelling (for all believers at salvation) versus His influencing (our moment-by-moment leading). Building on the recent Internal Harmony series, she explains that walking by the Spirit is not distant, rule-based “directions,” but a close, personal leading—a lifestyle of sensitivity, dependence, and cooperation. You’ll learn why the Spirit’s primary goal is to form Christ-likeness, how to fight the “battle before the battle” in your mind, and why Scripture is the Holy Spirit’s weapon of choice (the sword of the Spirit) for dismantling lies, speculations, and flesh-driven desires. Tatum shares practical examples from entrepreneurship and life, showing how obedience positions us to avoid unnecessary suffering and walk into God’s wise, timely provision. Grab your copy: https://amzn.to/4mSGGTN

Key Takeaways

• Indwelt & Led: All believers receive the Holy Spirit at salvation; the ongoing call is to be led by Him (Gal. 5:16, 18, 25).
• Rhythm > Routine: Don’t confine God to a devotional “director’s chair.” Cultivate a moment-by-moment rhythm with Him.
• Holiness is the Goal: The Spirit’s primary work is Christ-likeness, not quick answers about jobs, money, or moves.
• Battle Before the Battle: Win the mental war first—guard thoughts, take them captive, and preoccupy your mind with truth.
• Scripture = Sword: Use specific verses to confront specific lies; memorize and speak them out loud.
• Focus Forms Direction: “What we focus on, we drift toward.” Set your mind on the Spirit to avoid fulfilling the flesh.

Scripture References

• Galatians 5:16, 18, 25 — Walk/keep in step with the Spirit
• Ephesians 5:18 — Filled with the Spirit
• 1 Corinthians 12:13 — One Spirit, one body
• 1 John 4:13 — Assurance by His Spirit
• Romans 6:11–14 — Dead to sin, alive to God
• Romans 12:2 — Renew your mind
• Colossians 3:2 — Set your mind on things above
• Philippians 4:8 — Think on what is true
• 2 Corinthians 10:5 — Take thoughts captive
• 1 Peter 1:13; 3:9; 4:19 — Sober-minded, repay evil with blessing, entrust to a faithful Creator
• Ephesians 6:17 — The word as the sword of the Spirit

Practical Homework

1. List Your Speculations & Struggles: Recurring daydreams, fantasies, mental loops.
2. Find Targeted Verses: Use a study Bible/concordance to match each area with Scripture.
3. Memorize & Speak Aloud: Put verses on cards, phone lock screen, mirror, or desk. Say them out loud daily.
4. Accountability: Share your list with a trusted friend and review weekly.
5. Pray for Sensitivity: Ask the Holy Spirit to flag thoughts not in harmony with truth.

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In this final episode of the Internal Harmony Series, we’re tackling the “big C word” — control. Control isn’t just a personality trait; it’s a spiritual stronghold that keeps us bound, quenches the Spirit, and robs us of God’s peace.

In this episode, I share a recent testimony about what happened when I surrendered control, unpack why the Bible calls us to release it, and walk through case studies of the Rich Young Ruler and Paul to show the difference between clinging to control and living surrendered.

You’ll learn:

• Why control is a stronghold and how it quenches the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19)
• How control shows up as a cognitive distortion
• The root issue of trust and how to rebuild it
• A practical Weekly Surrender Challenge to live this out

This episode will equip you to exchange control for surrender and experience the internal harmony God desires for you.

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In this powerful conclusion to the Internal Harmony Series, Tatum shares what it's looked like to live in true peace while managing law school, motherhood, business, and ministry. Through personal testimony and Spirit-led insight, she unpacks the third psychological barrier to inner peace: emotional suppression.

Tatum explains how suppression—pushing down emotions like sadness, joy, fear, or anger—creates distance between us and the Holy Spirit, damages our bodies, and leads to emotional isolation. Drawing from biblical truth, she highlights how Jesus and David modeled emotional embodiment, reminding listeners that emotional honesty is not weakness—it’s worship.

This episode is a call to stop striving and start surrendering. You’ll walk away with biblical study tools, a mantra (“We don’t suppress, we submit”), and simple, life-changing practices that foster rhythm, not routine.

Inside this episode:

• The difference between disembodiment and suppression
• How suppression affects your business and leadership
• Real-life strategies for walking in internal harmony
• Biblical case studies from Psalms + the life of Jesus
• Encouragement for Black women & high-achieving Christian entrepreneurs

Scripture focus includes John 11:35, Luke 22:44, Psalm 6, Psalm 51, and more.

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In this special episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, I’m sharing an episode from one of my favorite shows — the Prescription for Purpose Podcast hosted by my friend, Dr. Sharla Walker. This message, Is It Ambition or Anxiety That’s Driving You?, fits perfectly with our Internal Harmony series and will challenge you to evaluate the true motivation behind your hustle.

Dr. Sharla breaks down the difference between holy ambition — God-given zeal rooted in peace, identity, and purpose — versus anxious ambition fueled by pressure, fear, and the need to prove yourself. Using biblical examples like Saul, Martha, and Nehemiah, she unpacks how to discern your drive, pace yourself with God, and protect your assignment from distraction.

Whether you’re in business, ministry, or simply navigating life, this episode will give you practical tools to align your ambition with God’s will — so you’re moving in purpose, not just in motion.

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In this week’s episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, we continue our Internal Harmony Series with Part 2 — unpacking the psychological factor of disembodiment. This is when we operate from our heads while ignoring our body’s signals, emotions, and even the Holy Spirit’s nudges. It’s been one of my biggest personal battles, and I’m sharing both biblical truth and practical tools to help you recognize and overcome it.

You’ll learn:

Key Takeaways

• Why harmony is more sustainable than balance in life and business
• The difference between external harmony (systems, productivity) and internal harmony (peace, alignment, presence)
• How disembodiment looks in daily life: ignoring hunger, pushing through pain, numbing emotions, and being physically present but mentally absent
• How it shows up in business: over-functioning, leading from performance instead of presence, disconnected identity, and neglecting Spirit-led decision making
• Root causes backed by research — including trauma, perfectionism, performance-based childhoods, church culture, and over-reliance on logic
• Generational breakdown of how Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z experience disembodiment differently
• What the Bible shows us about embodiment through the life of Jesus: feeling emotions (John 11:35), resting even in storms (Mark 4:38), and being present enough to sense spiritual exchange (Luke 8:45–46)

Practical Steps to Reconnect:

• Address the root cause — through therapy, prayer, fasting, and surrender to God
• Body scans — regularly pause to check in with how you feel physically and emotionally
• Schedule pauses & stillness — add intentional breaks to slow down and be present
• Involve your support system — ask heart questions, not just head questions, and invite accountability
• Replace old habits — build patterns that align with your identity in Christ instead of survival mode

If you’ve ever felt productive on the outside but disconnected on the inside, this episode will help you:

-Recognize the signs of disembodiment

- Identify your personal root causes

-Begin practical and spiritual steps toward true embodiment that honors God, fosters peace, and strengthens your leadership in life and business

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In this powerful episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we continue our Book Club series on The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley, diving into Part 2: Looking Within. Tatum unpacks Chapter 6, "The Faith Factor," where the focus shifts from understanding the Holy Spirit to practically living a Spirit-filled life. Drawing from her own transitional season—navigating motherhood and preparing for law school—Tatum shares how she’s applying this book’s wisdom in real-time.

This episode explores the difference between reacting and responding, how to stop intellectualizing your faith, and why focus is the bridge between anxiety and peace. Tatum breaks down three biblical truths that can become daily affirmations rooted in scripture:

1. The Holy Spirit indwells you,
2. He is the life of Christ in you,
3. He is willing and able to produce Christ's character through you.

She encourages listeners to shift their focus from self-help affirmations to Holy Spirit-led declarations and offers strategies like building God's track record, preemptive morning declarations, and journaling answered prayers. Using the story of David and Goliath, she outlines how to activate faith before willpower, reminding us that walking in the Spirit is about surrender, focus, and confidence in God's promises.

Whether you're facing daily stressors, emotional overwhelm, or spiritual stagnation, this episode gives you the tools to live a Spirit-filled life—not just on Sundays, but every single day.

Prayer to Start Your Day in Victory:

Lord, I claim the victory right now over the giant of [insert your giant here]. I recognize that this giant is coming up against the Christ in me. Just as you defeated this giant when you walked on this earth, you can defeat it through me now—for you are my life. I trust you to produce peace and self-control through me. I cannot handle what is to come, but you can. Respond through me. When the pressure comes, remind me that the battle is yours. Amen.

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