Some battles give you time to prepare.

This one didn’t.

It hit hard, out of nowhere—

and now you’re left picking up pieces, trying to breathe, trying to believe.

In this episode, we’re talking about the battles that blindside us—emotionally, mentally, spiritually. The kind you didn’t pray for, didn’t plan for, and didn’t feel ready for. But here’s the truth: the battles you don’t see coming are often the ones that shape you the most.

If you’re walking through something you didn’t expect, this one’s for you.

You’re not weak.

You’re not crazy.

You’re not alone.

Let’s Talk!

You’re not starting from nothing—you’re starting with everything you need. This season may feel like a setback, but it’s actually setting you up for what’s next. Take what you’ve learned, trust the process, and step forward with confidence. If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and let’s keep building together. Subscribe for more real, raw conversations and connect with me on:

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In this episode, we shift from what the wilderness is… to how to walk through it.

Because it’s one thing to know you’re in a hard season—
It’s another to know how to survive it… grow in it… and come out stronger.

This episode is filled with practical steps for anyone who feels stuck, tired, or uncertain about what God is doing in this season.

We talk through:

1. Naming the Season – Stop calling it failure. It’s the wilderness, and it has purpose.
2. Not Rushing the Process – Growth takes time. Don’t skip what’s meant to shape you.
3. Anchoring in Truth – Use the Word to silence the lies.
4. Letting Go of the Old You – Pruning isn’t punishment. It’s preparation.
5. Expecting to Come Out Stronger – God doesn’t leave you empty. He equips you.

We also dive into the shedding that happens in the wilderness—how sometimes God has to break off what no longer fits so the real you can rise. Like Jesus, you’re coming out with power.

You’re not starting from nothing—you’re starting with everything you need. This season may feel like a setback, but it’s actually setting you up for what’s next. Take what you’ve learned, trust the process, and step forward with confidence. If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and let’s keep building together. Subscribe for more real, raw conversations and connect with me on:

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What if I told you the season that’s draining you… the one that feels confusing, heavy, and never-ending—might actually be the most important part of your story?

This is Part 1 of a real, unfiltered conversation about the wilderness—those hard seasons where nothing makes sense, and it feels like everything around you is shifting, slowing down, or breaking apart.

I’m not here to preach at you.
I’m here to talk with you.
About what it feels like to lose people, lose momentum, and almost lose yourself—and still try to believe that God hasn’t forgotten you.

In this episode, I’m answering the hard questions:

• Why does it feel like everything’s falling apart?
• Is this punishment or preparation?
• What do I do when I’m tired, discouraged, or doubting everything—including God?

This isn’t about giving you surface-level answers. It’s about giving language to what you’re living through—and reminding you that even this… is part of the plan.

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You’re not starting from nothing—you’re starting with everything you need. This season may feel like a setback, but it’s actually setting you up for what’s next. Take what you’ve learned, trust the process, and step forward with confidence. If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and let’s keep building together. Subscribe for more real, raw conversations and connect with me on:

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Starting Over—it’s something none of us plan for, but at some point, life forces it on us. A breakup, a lost job, a failed dream, a betrayal—when it happens, it doesn’t feel like a fresh start, it feels like a funeral. We mourn what was, question what went wrong, and get stuck in the “why” instead of moving toward what’s next. But what if starting over isn’t happening to you—it’s happening for you?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about starting over—why it’s not a loss, but a launchpad. We’ll unpack the myth that you’re starting with nothing, how to recognize what’s essential versus what was just extra weight, and how to make peace with the reset button on your life. If you’ve ever felt like life wiped the slate clean without your permission, this conversation is for you.

You’re not starting from nothing—you’re starting with everything you need. This season may feel like a setback, but it’s actually setting you up for what’s next. Take what you’ve learned, trust the process, and step forward with confidence. If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and let’s keep building together. Subscribe for more real, raw conversations and connect with me on:

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