In this week’s Dwell, I’m sharing a simple shift that changed the way I make decisions.

After feeling stuck over an opportunity sitting in my inbox, I tried something new. I paused, asked the Lord directly what He wanted me to do, and actually gave myself space to listen.

It reminded me that hearing from God doesn’t have to be complicated or formal. Sometimes it’s as simple as inviting Him into the small, everyday decisions we normally carry on our own.

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In this special episode, I’m sitting down with my dad to talk about the losses that shaped his faith, the ministry of presence, and what it looks like to build a life marked by humility, influence, and deep family connection. This conversation is full of wisdom about grief, servant leadership, parenting, and why simply showing up still matters more than ever.

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In this episode I’m sharing a simple journaling practice that has helped me release the things that feel heavy in my life.

I call it a “Cast Your Cares” list. It’s a way of writing down every worry, fear, or burden that’s been sitting on my heart and physically handing it over to the Lord.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by everything you’re carrying, this episode is an invitation to put it on paper, let it go, and be reminded that you were never meant to hold it all on your own.

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In this episode of Doing Life Differently, I’m talking with my longtime friend Emily Thomas about something we’re all feeling.

It is getting harder and harder to protect our kids’ attention in a screen filled world.

We talk about social media, iPads, and the difference between communal screens and individual screens. We also get really practical about what to do when you feel like you’re the only family with boundaries.

In this conversation, we cover:

1. Why going first is a gift to other parents
2. How to start making changes without swinging to extremes
3. What to do when your kids push back
4. How to find support even if your community is not like minded
5. Simple first steps that can actually stick

I’m linking Emily’s Substack so you can keep learning from her and find encouragement for the road ahead!

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Looking back through years of journals has revealed something I didn’t expect: they’re filled with breadcrumbs of God’s faithfulness.

Even in my most anxious or uncertain seasons, those pages now tell a story of how God was working all along.

If you’ve ever felt like journaling has to be perfect or consistent to matter, this episode is an invitation to let that pressure go and simply begin.

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For the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m creating the way I did in the beginning of my business.

In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to write my book on Substack instead of going the traditional route… and why so many entrepreneurs from my generation are suddenly showing up there too.

At first, I honestly didn’t understand the hype. I had just invested thousands into a beautiful new website, and the last thing I thought I needed was another platform to post content. But the more I started writing on Substack, the more I realized it was giving me something I hadn’t felt in a while: the freedom to simply create again.

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After years of building, scaling, and sustaining a successful business, I’ve realized something: what worked before doesn’t always fit the season you’re in now.

If you’ve been doing what feels safe instead of what feels aligned, this is your reset!

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In this episode, I’m sharing something that feels both surprising and deeply personal. After years of living through joy, trauma, loss, growth, business building, motherhood, and everything in between, I’ve become more certain than ever that our stories are purposeful. Even the painful ones. Especially the painful ones.

I believe pain has purpose, how losing my son reshaped the way I see every hard season, and why I’m stepping into something new in this season of my life... not out of striving, but out of obedience.

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This episode wraps up our four-week series on fear. I’m sharing how fear often shows up underneath my reactions, especially in parenting.

When I pause and name the fear, I’m able to respond from truth instead of panic.

That small shift has been changing everything for me!

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In this episode, I share a core belief that has shaped my life: stories change stories.

Instead of focusing on how your story can impact others, I reflect on the people whose stories changed mine. These are mentors, friends, coaches, and fellow travelers who showed up in ordinary but deeply meaningful ways.

I'm reminded that the most impactful moments in my life didn’t happen online...they happened through presence, generosity, and willingness to be known.

If you’ve ever felt like your story doesn’t matter or doesn’t have a place, this episode will challenge that belief and invite you to see your life differently.

OH!! And I’m teasing a BIG announcement coming next week, so be sure to listen and subscribe!

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Lume Box

I'm really working on habit stacking and my Lume Box is the best tool in my toolbox to really make sure I'm focusing on my health and well-being while simultaneously getting ready for the day or reading at night.