Today’s episode is straight from my heart to yours.

If you’ve been grinding, striving, or feeling the pressure to perform in order to “arrive”… I want to invite you into a holy pause. This episode is for the woman who’s doing all the right things — but still feels like she’s stuck in the valley, unseen, or running on empty.

Here’s the truth: the valley is not punishment — it’s preparation.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

💡 Why the valley is actually a gift when you’re building a God-dream

🌿 How to make more impact by doing less — when you stay connected to the vine

🙌 The mindset shift that will free you from striving and help you rest (even in the mess)

🔥 Why your next level won’t come through hustle, but through holy dependence

I know what it’s like to want to run ahead, to try to “make it happen,” and to feel like you’ve got to prove yourself. But sister, God is not looking for your hustle — He’s after your heart.

So if you’re in the middle of the mess, the unknown, the valley — this is your reminder: you’re not behind, you’re being built.

Take a deep breath, press play, and let’s talk about resting in your mess.

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