031 Embracing Strengths, Handling Grief, and Finding Community feat. Rebekah Cornelius

In this episode of Grace for the Growth, Courtney Leo talks with Rebekah Cornelius, a Christian single with a passion for helping people understand and apply their unique talents to life, relationships and career utilizing CliftonStrengths and positive mindset life coaching. The two discuss themes of self-discovery, empathy, and grief from both personal and professional perspectives. Rebekah offers practical advice on embracing your unique strengths, navigating through emotions using Scripture, and dealing with grief in a healthy way.

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About Rebekah:

Rebekah is a lover of Jesus, people, stories, and creating space and margin. She loves to help people understand and apply their unique talents to life, relationships, and career utilizing CliftonStrengths and positive mindset life coaching. With a background in education, non-profits, and faith-based ministries, Rebekah has over 20 years of experience coaching leaders and future leaders, and she has coached hundreds of individuals and managers through a Strengths-based lens. She believes that all people have value and potential waiting to be discovered and applied and that doing so is a biblical mandate of stewardship. In her down time you may find her driving through the Rocky Mountains looking for that perfect landscape, at a local coffee shop in deep conversation with a new friend, exploring seasonal blossoms at the Denver Botanic Gardens, or baking something yummy to share with her neighbors. Rebekah enjoys serving on the Welcome Team at her church and investing in the lives of Christian Singles online and around the world!

Connect with Rebekah on Instagram on her personal account or coaching account.

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030 Trusting the Bigger Story

It's Good Friday and I have a special solo episode for you. In this episode, I share some of my own faith background about being really honest and growing with the Lord. I also dive into the thoughts around trusting God with his timing and trusting that he is writing a bigger story similar to what he was doing on Easter Weekend many years ago.

Will we hold on to hope knowing that he is in it for the long game?

We can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode!

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In this episode of Grace for the Growth with Courtney Leo, we dove deep into the transformative power of saying "yes" to alignment with one's true self and calling. Courtney's personal journey over the past year illuminates how making aligned decisions, even amid uncertainty, can lead to profound growth, healing, and joy. Through her stories of therapy, joining the Freedom Movement, pivoting her coaching business, and navigating personal challenges, Courtney gives us a raw look at the messiness and beauty of growth.

Key Takeaways:

Whether you're at a crossroads, seeking growth, or navigating personal challenges, Courtney's insights and experiences offer a beacon of hope and a reminder that alignment with your true self can lead to unexpected and abundant growth. Don't miss your chance to be inspired by her incredible year of transformation and consider attending the Dare to Bloom event for your own breakthrough.

In this episode, Courtney mentions her experience with Freedom Academy hosted by her friends at Freedom Movement. You can register for this life changing experience at https://www.wearefm.org/trainings and use the code COURTNEY50 at checkout for $50 off your registration!

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028 From Messy to Loved: Learning to Connect with Your Emotions feat Michael Pham

In this episode of the Grace for Growth podcast, Courtney sits down with Michael Pham, a North Carolina native passionate about fostering a deep relationship with God. Navigating his journey from fear and shame to authenticity and acceptance, Michael shares insights on embracing emotions as signals that lead us closer to God, challenging societal norms, and embracing God's grace for healing. He advocates for the importance of inviting God into our messy spaces, emphasizing that our past does not define us, but can guide us towards deeper healing and transformation.

Questions this episode covers:

About Michael: Michael is an individual who is passionate about loving Jesus and seeing the next generation equipped to pursue God in response to the message of the gospel. He is from North Carolina, and works in the tech space and in college ministry. 

Connect with Michael on Instagram

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027 Transformation Through the Seasons of Waiting feat. Barb Hill

In this episode, Barb Hill, a Nashville based therapist and author, delves into the concept of the 'seasons of waiting'. Drawing upon personal experiences, she describes the different seasons of waiting and how they align with characteristics in Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Barb highlights the transformational potential that can be embraced when we allow ourselves to lean into discomfort instead of evading it. She discusses how her transactional view of God led to disappointment, and how liberation came from releasing control and misconceptions about God's plans. Here are some thoughts we talk about:

------About Barb:

Barb Hill is a writer and Licensed Mental Health Therapist who is passionate about supporting others in both their navigation of faith and mental health. In 2019, Barb founded Holding Space Counseling, a thriving group practice in Franklin, TN where she works as a trauma therapist as well as oversees and supervises other therapists in their clinical work. Barb calls Tennessee home, and lives in Nashville, TN with her pup Nash.

Connect with Barb: Website | Instagram @barbs_hill |

Purchase Barb's Book, Seasons of Waiting.

Barb will be speaking at 'Tis the Single Season on Dec 4th and 5th, a two night event designed for singles to feel seen, known and embraced in this holiday season. Click here to purchase your tickets now!

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026 Navigating Sensitive Topics: Tips for Mindful Communication feat Turquoise Peart

In this episode of Grace for the Growth, Courtney hosts a heartfelt discussion with Turquoise Peart about the power of mindful communication. Covering an array of topics, they explored the importance of being intentional in our interactions with others—listening to understand, setting boundaries, and navigating difficult conversations with grace. Turquoise shared her insights on creating unity through communication, while Courtney shares the need for individual control in setting boundaries and responded empathetically to others' words.

Three key takeaways from this episode are:

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About Turquoise:

Turquoise is a motivational speaker who highlights the collective human experience through the power of voice. She is passionate about connecting with humanity and uses her words to heal, inspire, transform, unite and impact communities and people. Turquoise has been featured in USA Today’s 2021 “Race in America” Special Edition and was recently appointed to the Community Relations Commission of Oak Park, a suburb right outside of Chicago, where she will work under a Chair and Chief Diversity Officer to help cultivate a more diverse, inclusive and equitable local community through its initiatives. Turquoise has held many different leadership positions in the DEI space, and she brings her bold and innovative ideas in driving strategic change in the work that she does. She has been commended for her emotional intelligence, ability to bring an equity focus to foster a culture of reputable professionalism, compassion, and innovation.

Connect with Turquoise on her website: http://inspirationalmecca.com/ or on Instagram @inspirationalmecca

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025 Living Fully in the Present: The Danger of Postponing Life feat. Lauren Mathues

In this refreshing episode of "Grace for the Growth" with Courtney Leo, guest Lauren, a dating and relationship coach, shared her journey of personal development and faith. Lauren's story featured valuable lessons on embracing unpredictability in life, trusting in God's timing, and the importance of being present, even in temporary moments. She highlighted the fallacy of the "if/then" equation in our relationship with God, reminding us that God's grace is not transactional.

Key Takeaways:

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About Lauren:

Lauren Mathues is a dating and relationship coach for Christians who want to make sense of modern dating and find the love they want.

Want to get join Lauren for her upcoming event, Christian Singles Dating Roadmap on Oct 26 & 27? Click here to join for FREE.

Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenmathues

Email Lauren: [email protected]

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024 Is it me? Or is it the Broken Mirror? A Conversation on Rejection feat. Krysta Miller

In this episode of Grace for the Growth, we get to know Krysta Miller. Born and raised in northern Indiana, Krysta faced various traumatic experiences, which sparked her journey to self-discovery and healing. Her unsuccessful attempt to start a singles community at her church led her to create an uplifting Facebook group for those hurt by the church. Through therapy and self-reflection, she overcame her fears of rejection and developed a stronger sense of self-love. Krysta and Courtney explore how trauma is held and processed within the body, and how rejection is a sign of incompatibility rather than a personal failure. We also discuss the changing cultural dynamics of dating in 2023 and encourage listeners in their own unique approach to dating.

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About Krysta:

A northern Indiana native, Krysta is the founder of a rapidly growing Facebook group for 30+ year old singles with an emphasis on fostering Christ-focused community. She is known best for her love of coffee, cows, and her heart for people. She is a proud auntie of 3 wonderful kiddos and in her spare time loves spending quality time with friends, hitting the gym, and reading.

Connect with Krysta on Instagram | Check out the Facebook Group mentioned in this episode

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023 Security Clearances for the Heart: Understanding Emotional Boundaries

In this solo episode of the Grace for the Growth podcast, Courtney delves into the setting boundaries in relationships. Using the analogy of security clearances in a high-security building, she explains that boundaries should not be seen as walls, but as levels of access that allow for healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Courtney highlights the need for intentional friendships and the importance of identifying and filling gaps in close relationships. She encourages open and honest communication about personal boundaries to create safe spaces where relationships can thrive. Close attention is drawn to the danger signs such as resentment, which could signify the need for boundary adjustments or important conversations.

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022 God's Plan in Life's Unexpected Turns feat. Emelie Schaefer

TW: Domestic Abuse, Physical Abuse

In this episode, Courtney interviews Emelie Schaefer about her personal journey through hardships, healing, and faith. Emelie openly shares her story of a physically abusive marriage that led to divorce, and her journey to rebuild her life and find joy in surrendering to God's plans. Through these experiences, she discovered the importance of community, self-acceptance, and the powerful transformation that comes with trusting God's faithfulness, even in the midst of adversity. Emelie's story reminds us that while our journeys all may be different, God guides and protects us each step of the way.

About Emelie:

Emelie is an ardent believer in loving others well, seeking beauty in the everyday, joy in the mundane, and that supermarket flowers are one of life’s greatest gifts. A Carolina girl by way of Tennessee, she loves the south and enjoys spending quiet summer evenings on her screened in porch. A believer in God’s benevolent, abundant grace always and that all truth is God’s truth no matter where we find it.

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