Gratitude Doesn’t Cancel Grief — Both Can Sit at the Same Table

If the holidays bring up more than you expected… my friend, you’re not alone. As Thanksgiving kicks off “the season of all the things,” it’s completely normal to feel grateful and not okay at the same time.

In this episode, Del shares a tender, honest look at how gratitude and grief can coexist without competing — especially during a season that magnifies family dynamics, memories, loneliness, joy, and everything in between. You’ll also hear gentle, practical suggestions for navigating Thanksgiving (with others or on your own), plus a grounding faith reflection to anchor your heart.

Whether you’re excited for this week, dreading it, or simply exhausted by it, you’re welcome here.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Journal Prompt:

“What emotions are sitting at my table this season — and what do they need from me?”

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Don’t Rush Your Healing: Giving Your Heart Time to Recover

Today’s episode explores one of the hardest truths about healing:

Del shares a raw, moving story about saying goodbye to her grand-dog Mr. Peppers and the unexpected sign of comfort that arrived the very next day. This full-circle moment becomes a powerful lesson in letting your heart take the time it needs to recover, even when you’ve accepted the reality and made peace with the decision.

You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of why healing isn’t linear, why readiness doesn’t replace grief, and how God often brings quiet comfort long before He brings clarity.

In this episode, Del explores:

Journal Prompt:

Where in my life am I rushing myself to “be okay,” instead of honoring the time my heart truly needs?

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Strong but Soft — Finding the Balance Between Confidence and Compassion

Today’s episode explores a different kind of strength — one that doesn’t harden your heart, shut you down, or make you defensive. It’s the strength that allows you to remain open, gentle, and rooted even in challenging environments.

Del shares a personal corporate story about discernment, self-trust, and leaving a chaotic environment with grace. You’ll learn why softness is not weakness — and how true strength comes from knowing who you are, who God is, and when it’s time to walk away.

In this episode, we explore:

Journal Prompt:

Where in my life am I forcing hardness to survive, when God is inviting me to lead with strength and softness?

📖 Resources & Next Steps

Overview:

In This Episode:

Journal Prompt:

What part of my healing am I trying to rush — and what might happen if I gave it permission to unfold quietly?

Scripture References: Isaiah 30:15 | Psalm 46:10

Key Takeaway:

Resources & Next Steps:

Overview:

Through raw honesty, biblical truth, and practical coaching insight, Del shares how truth can be both painful and protective. You’ll learn how to face your own revelations without shame, rebuild emotional safety, and resist the urge to harden your heart in the process.

In This Episode

Journal Prompt

What painful truth am I avoiding because I’m afraid it will make me feel foolish — when really, it might finally set me free?

Scripture References John 8:32 | Psalm 34:18

Key Takeaway

Resources & Next Steps

Series Overview:

Episode Focus:

Why happiness is an act of defiance, not denial

How to rediscover joy after heartbreak or hard seasons

The link between self-awareness, confidence, and lasting joy

Spiritual truths about joy as a gift from God, not a reward

What does happiness look like for the woman I’m becoming — and what’s one small way I can practice it this week?

John 15:11 | Philippians 4:4

Happiness isn’t something that happens to you — it’s something you create with intention. When you align your joy with who God says you are, you stop waiting for “someday” and start living today.

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Series Overview:

Episode Focus:

The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation

How to release pain without sacrificing your peace or boundaries

A real-time reflection on what it looks like to live forgiveness in motion

Scriptural reminders that freedom and healing go hand in hand

Who — or what — do I need to release so that I can make room for peace?

Ephesians 4:31-32 | Psalm 147:3

Forgiveness doesn’t erase what happened — it releases what’s been holding you. When you let go with wisdom and grace, you make space for peace to take root and stay.

📔 Grab your copy of the Bounce Back Journal [HERE] (link to Amazon storefront)

🌐 Visit the Website [HERE] to stay connected

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Episode 45 – Ruthlessly Intentional™ Healing

Journal Prompt: “Where is God asking me to rest, release, or rebuild in this season?”

Series Overview:

💬 In This Episode:

💛 Key Takeaway:

Healing, freedom, and joy aren’t accidents — they’re choices. Every day, you have the power to show up for yourself and let God meet you there.

📖 Resources & Next Steps:

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🎙️ Episode 44 – Ruthlessly Intentional™ Honesty

Journal Prompt: “What truth am I avoiding because it scares me?”

Series Overview:

💬 In This Episode:

💛 Key Takeaway:

Healing, freedom, and joy aren’t accidents — they’re choices. Every day, you have the power to show up for yourself and let God meet you there.

📖 Resources & Next Steps:

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My Resilience Report Card: How I Can Make the Next Year My Best One Ever!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✨ You’re not being graded — you’re being guided.

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