Freed to Lead | Live Confidently in Your Calling and Identity in Christ

Are you longing to lead with confidence and purpose, but deep down you feel weighed down by shame, burnout, or constant comparison? I'm sitting down with prophetic business coach and intercessor Cienna Kopischke to uncover what it truly means to lead through wholeness in Christ.

We talk about the healing journey that takes place when you surrender your striving, renew your mind with God’s truth, and let His love rewrite the lies you’ve been carrying.

You’ll hear how to tangibly trust God to walk in His provision, the freedom that comes from breaking strongholds, and how to step into leadership that flows from a whole and healthy heart.

Whether you’re writing the book, building the business, starting the ministry, or simply leading your family, this conversation will encourage you to let go of hustle, embrace wholeness, and walk boldly into the purpose God has designed for you.

Did you hear something today in your spirit and you know it's time to break free to lead the life God has designed for you? Book your breakthrough session with me today, don't wait...go to www.kathrynmay.com/coaching and let's get free together.

👉 Connect with Cienna:

Website: ⁠ciennakopischke.com⁠

Consecration Academy: ⁠Learn More Here⁠

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Life in a broken world is full of suffering, grief, and unanswered questions. But what if God has more to teach us in the middle of the pain than in the absence of it?

In this episode of the Freed to Lead Podcast, I sit down with author and banker Daryl Potter, who has walked through decades of personal loss while raising a daughter with severe health challenges and supporting his family through unimaginable trials. His story is raw, real, and deeply rooted in Scripture. Together, we explore how the books of Job and Ecclesiastes reveal God’s heart, even when life feels unfair, and how hope can be found in places we least expect it.

If you’ve ever wrestled with questions like “Why does God allow suffering?” or “How do I keep faith when life hurts?” — this conversation will remind you that God is still good, still sovereign, and still with you.

Connect with Daryl Potter at https://www.darylpotter.com/

Daryl's Books

Something More: Living Well in a Broken World: https://amzn.to/4nwyrfM

Even the Monsters: Living with Grief, Loss, and Depression: A Journey Through the Book of Job: https://amzn.to/4mlLHCV 

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Identity theft isn’t just financial—it’s spiritual. The enemy works hard to convince us that we’re less than, unworthy, or unloved. And if he can steal your identity, he can keep you living small, weighed down by lies and limiting beliefs. But the truth is, your identity has already been secured in Christ—and no one can take that from you.

For years, I believed labels like unlovable, unwanted, unseen, and not enough. Maybe you’ve carried similar words too. But when we begin to root ourselves in who God says we are, everything changes. In Christ, you are chosen, forgiven, loved, and free. You are not defined by your past, your mistakes, or even the whispers of the enemy—you are defined by the One who calls you His.

In this conversation, we’ll talk about what it looks like to recognize the lies, renew your mind with Scripture, and reclaim your true identity in Christ. Because once you know who you are and Whose you are, you can finally live with confidence, purpose, and freedom.

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Have you ever felt like your body is constantly in overdrive — heart racing, mind spinning, and soul weary — wondering how long you can keep going like this? For so many women in midlife, busyness and over-functioning have become the norm, leaving us anxious, distracted, and far from the peace God promises.

In this episode of Freed to Lead, I sit down with Julie Roebken, founder of Mindfulhaus and Women Who Rest. Julie is a certified breathwork facilitator, spiritual mentor, and follower of Jesus who helps women regulate their nervous systems, reclaim rest, and rediscover life as God designed it.

We talk about how stress impacts our minds and bodies, why self-care isn’t enough, and how to step into sacred rhythms of rest that bring clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection with the Lord. Julie shares her journey from striving and exhaustion to learning how to breathe, slow down, and live from a place of peace.

If you’ve been longing to break free from hurry, renew your mind, and finally experience true rest, this conversation will show you how.

I even have a little surprise at the end for you that I know will bless you so much.

👉 Connect with Julie online:

• Instagram: @mindfulhaus

• Facebook: Julie Misch Roebken

• LinkedIn: Julie Roebken

• Website: www.mindfulhaus.com

👉 For more resources to live whole, healed and healthy inside-out, visit kathrynmay.com

We live in a world where screens are everywhere — in the grocery store, at the park, even around our dinner tables. Technology tied to us has become the new norm, but at what cost?

In this episode of Freed to Lead, I sit down with Shannon Coulter, founder of Planet Fasa and author of the children’s series The Fasa Tales, to talk about how technology is shaping our kids and stealing more than just our time. Shannon shares why she walked away from corporate America to help families rediscover the joy of play, imagination, and healthy rhythms.

This isn’t about going screen-free — it’s about creating a new way forward. We dive into the divisiveness of our “devices,” what constant scrolling is doing to our creativity (and our kids’), and practical ways to build freedom into your home so you stay connected to the right power source.

If you’ve been longing to renew your mind, reclaim your time, and raise confident, Christ-centered kids who aren’t bound by devices, this conversation will equip and encourage you to live sharpened, not dulled, by technology.

👉 Connect with Shannon at sscoulter.com

👉 For more resources to live whole, healed and healthy inside-out visit me at kathrynmay.com

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What do you do when the pain feels too big to forgive? When the betrayal, rejection, or broken trust still keeps you up at night?

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t forgive them… not after what they did,” this episode is for you.

In Part 4 of the series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God, we're getting real about forgiveness — and how to actually do it, so you can have greater peace, experience healing, and find freedom.

Inside this episode you’ll learn:

✨ Why forgiveness is about what we chose to focus on so we can release the offense
✨ The truth about forgiveness vs. reconciliation
✨ How unforgiveness is actually keeping you chained to the past, opening the door to oppression in your life and hindering your health— and what happens when we let it go!
✨ A framework to forgiving and choosing freedom when everything in you wants to hold on to the hurt

Forgiveness is not weakness. It’s not pretending it didn’t happen. And it’s not about them deserving it.

Forgiveness is strength. Forgiveness is freedom. And when a woman listens to God, she becomes unstoppable.

👉 Start your journey to freedom today at kathrynmay.com

You’re praying. You’re showing up. You’re following what you think God asked you to do… but nothing’s moving.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a season you didn’t choose, this episode will help you see your waiting through a different lens.

In Part 3 of our series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God, we’re talking about how to wait well—because it’s not just about getting to the promise, it’s about how you walk through the process.

We’ll unpack why God sometimes slows us down, how to stay faithful when nothing seems to be happening, and how to recognize the hidden work He’s doing in you while you wait.

If you’ve been feeling weary in the waiting, you’ll leave this episode encouraged, rooted, and reminded that His timing is perfect—even here.

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Have you ever said yes to something that looked right… but left you feeling anxious, unsettled, or completely drained?

You’re not alone—and it might be a sign that you’re carrying something God never asked you to pick up.

In Part 2 of our series This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God, we’re talking about discernment—what it really means, why it matters, and how to start using it in your everyday life.

Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through the 3 P’s of Discernment—Peace, Pattern, and Purpose—a simple, Biblical filter to help you stop second-guessing and start making spirit-led decisions that align with your calling, identity in Christ, and the season you’re in.

If you’re a faith-driven woman who’s tired of overthinking, overcommitting, or wondering if you’re missing God’s best—this one’s for you.

👣 Catch up on Part 1: Unshakable Confidence if you missed it—then bookmark this series.

📬 Want more resources to support your growth in Christian mindset, emotional healing, and clarity?
Visit kathrynmay.com for courses, free guides, and faith-based tools created just for you.

Welcome to Part 1 of our new series: This Is What Happens When a Woman Listens to God. We’re kicking things off by exploring where real confidence comes from.

Not from striving in our own ability, performing, or trying to desperately prove ourself—but from learning to listen to God. When a woman is rooted in who God says she is, she becomes steady, secure and unshakable.

In this episode, we’ll talk about what it looks like to move and flow with quiet conviction, stay anchored in truth, and walk confidently in your identity and purpose. This is the starting point for women who are ready to renew their mind, lead with clarity, and live whole, healed, and healthy—inside and out.

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Do you ever look at your life and wonder how you’ll make it out of your current situation—or question how God could ever use your pain for purpose?

Listen, friend… not only can He, but He wants to.

In this episode, I’m talking with Christian mindset coach and author Kelley Tyan about what it really looks like to lead with faith through life’s hardest moments. From breast cancer to deep personal loss, Kelley has walked through the fire—and come out stronger, wiser, and more grounded in her God-given identity.

We talk about how to build resilience when the pressure is high, how to renew your mind with truth instead of fear, and what it means to lead yourself well—whether in your home, business, or ministry. Kelley shares how prayer became her anchor and why confidence isn’t about having it all together... it’s about trusting the One who holds it all.

If you’re navigating a hard season, feeling stuck in your purpose, or trying to step into leadership with clarity and peace—this episode will speak life into your soul.

You’ll Hear About:

• Christian mindset practices for hard seasons

• Faith-based leadership when life feels messy

• Building resilience through trials and setbacks

• How to renew your mind when fear creeps in

• The power of prayer in shaping your confidence

• What it means to walk in your God-given purpose

✨ Let this episode remind you: You can come through the fire without even smelling like smoke.
You were made to rise, lead, and walk in freedom.

Connect with Kelley Tyan:
📘 Grab her book The ONE Prayer and explore coaching opportunities: https://kelleytyan.com
🎙️ Listen to the Chosen by Jesus Podcast: Chosen by Jesus on Apple Podcasts

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