Courtney unpacks how many of us mistake control for hope and why that leaves us discouraged. She reframes hope as an open-handed partnership with God that can hold mystery, wrestle like Jacob, and stay grounded in His promises even when outcomes shift.

This episode answers:

• What is the difference between wishing and biblical hope?
• How do I find the moment I stopped hoping and start again?
• Why does over-attachment to “the one” outcome drain my hope?
• How can I hold God’s promises while releasing my timelines?
• What does open-handed, wonder-filled hope look like day to day?

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Courtney shares her thoughts on why August feels like an "in-between" month and uses that metaphor to discuss bigger life transitions. She reflects on her own experiences and those of her clients who struggle with change, especially single women afraid to fully enjoy life. Through it all, she encourages women to stay curious, pursue peace, and trust that God is writing a good story.

This episode answers:

• Why do life transitions feel so disorienting?
• Can I enjoy my single life and still hope for marriage?
• Is fear of “loving life too much” holding me back?
• What does it look like to pursue peace over fear?
• How do I take bold steps without knowing the full outcome?

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Courtney shares the story of going from 9 years without dating to a whirlwind summer of 50 first dates - and everything she learned along the way. From overcoming fear to embracing friendship, she shares practical and spiritual insights that can help any Christian woman date with more confidence and clarity.

Key Takeaways:

• Dating is just a conversation, not a contract.
• Start by asking, “Would I want to be friends with this person?”
• Your body, safety, and sense of identity matter.
• Practice helps ease fear, but preparation matters too.
• Focus on becoming the person who’s ready for the relationship you desire.

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Courtney reflects on one year of full-time self-employment after nearly five years of building in the margins. She shares her journey from starting with a $100 spreadsheet gig during quarantine to running a thriving coaching business. With honesty, humor, and wisdom, she talks about the importance of starting before you're ready, embracing pivots, redefining success, and trusting God through every season.

Key Takeaways:

• Starting messy is better than never starting.
• You don’t need to quit your job to build your dream.
• Pivoting doesn’t mean failure - it’s positioning.
• Define what success looks like for you.- Obedience to God can sustain more than your best marketing.

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Are you living like your life is on pause? Courtney challenges listeners to look at what they might be postponing or idolizing in their waiting season. This episode provides practical and spiritual encouragement to live fully - today.

This episode answers:

- What does it look like to “live in the waiting room”?

- How do we know if we’ve made the future an idol?

- What’s the cost of postponing joy and obedience?

- How can we embrace singleness or transitions with purpose?

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Courtney takes a deep dive into her reflections after six months of marriage, exploring what truly matters and what surprised her most. This episode challenges assumptions and encourages women to reframe how they see singleness and readiness.

What You’ll Learn

• Why friendship, not just romance, is the foundation of marriage
• How self-awareness and healing work in singleness pay off later
• Why “you don’t lose yourself” when you say “I do”
• What purity culture doesn’t prepare you for
• Why being 100% healed before marriage isn’t necessary—or biblical
• The importance of merging lives practically and emotionally
• How to love your single life while still desiring marriage

Quotes from the Episode

• "You don't lose yourself in marriage. You actually create something new."
• "If marriage is the solution to all of your problems, you’re going to be really disappointed."
• "Healing in singleness is never wasted—it equips you for what’s ahead."
• "I am not a marriage pro. I’m just a baby wife reflecting with you from my own story."
• "It’s not 50% + 50% = one. It’s 100% + 100% creating something entirely new."

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Have you ever looked back and realized a small choice led to a massive life change? In this episode, Courtney and Nick explore the “Butterfly Effect”—how the smallest nudges, coffee chats, or Holy Spirit whispers can set off a chain reaction that changes everything. From missed opportunities to divine redirection, this conversation blends storytelling, theology, and humor to help you notice the moments that matter.

🎙️ You’ll hear:

• Real-life examples of butterfly-effect moments in their own relationship and careers
• What the Butterfly Effect is—and what it isn’t
• Encouragement for those in transition or wrestling with purpose
• Honest thoughts about free will, God's sovereignty, and anxiety around choices

💡 If you’ve ever wondered if your small acts matter, this one’s for you.

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Sometimes the most powerful episodes come from unplanned conversations. Courtney and Nick open up about their early dating journey and use it to reflect on deeper questions of trust, trauma, and emotional safety. What happens when you’re late to a first date? How does past trauma affect the way we show up in relationships? And can holding hands really mean something more?

Questions this episode answers:

• How do our past stories affect how we date?
• What does it mean to take emotional “data” in dating?
• How do we distinguish between nerves and red flags?
• Why does healthy love sometimes feel... boring?
• What’s “story engagement” and how can it help us grow?

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• Engagement is about merging lives, not just planning a wedding.
• Trust and commitment must be lived out daily.
• Moving from long-distance to daily life brought unexpected challenges.
• Money conversations are crucial before marriage.
• Emotional processing and past experiences shape engagement.

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In this episode, Courtney and Nick share the full story of their engagement, from the planning and anticipation to the big surprise. They discuss the thoughtfulness behind the proposal, the challenges of keeping a secret, and how faith played a role in bringing everything together perfectly. Tune in to hear the funny, emotional, and heartfelt moments from one of the most special days of their lives.

Key Takeaways:

• Thoughtfulness makes all the difference in big life moments.
• Surprises can be fun but also nerve-wracking!
• Community and family involvement can make milestones more special.
• God’s timing brings things together in unexpected ways.

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