#33 In this Grown Sunday message, we explore the powerful moment in the Book of Joshua when God speaks to Joshua in Joshua 1:1–9 and reminds him to be strong and courageous. Even though God had already promised the Israelites the land, they still had to walk into it with faith, strength, and courage.
Sometimes we assume that if God promised something, it will happen easily. But this passage reminds us that a promise from God doesn’t cancel the need for courage. New seasons, new opportunities, and new territories often require us to move forward even when we feel uncertain.
In this episode of the I’m So Grown, we talk about what it means to trust God’s promises while still showing up with bravery, discipline, and faith. If you’ve ever felt nervous about stepping into something you believe God has for you, this message will remind you that courage is often part of the process.
Sometimes being grown is believing the promise… and still choosing to be strong and courageous enough to walk into it.
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#32 In this episode of I’m So Grown, we’re talking about something adults often forget: hobbies. Somewhere between work, parenting, responsibilities, and serving others, many people stop doing things simply for joy.
But grown folks need hobbies.
Whether it’s traveling, fitness, trying Pilates, wellness days, or exploring new interests, hobbies help you reconnect with yourself outside of your roles. They allow you to discover what you enjoy in this season of life and create space for joy, curiosity, and fun.
If life has started to feel like a cycle of responsibilities, this episode will encourage you to start exploring again.
Because being grown doesn’t mean life has to stop being fun.
Keywords: adult hobbies, personal growth, joy in adulthood, mental wellness, self discovery, grown mindset, healthy lifestyle, emotional wellness, finding joy, hobbies for adults.

#31 In this Grown Sunday message, we’re breaking down Gospel of Luke 16:1–9 and the surprising lesson from the unjust manager.
He lost his position.
He was called into accountability.
The consequence was real.
But instead of spiraling… he strategized.
Jesus didn’t praise his dishonesty — He highlighted his shrewdness.
This episode explores how adversity can stimulate creativity, how emotional regulation changes outcomes, and why mature believers must learn to pivot instead of panic.
If you’ve been up at night over:
• job uncertainty
• relationship shifts
• financial pressure
• public correction
• unexpected consequences
This message will challenge you to stop asking “Why me?” and start asking, “What shall I do now?”
Because sometimes being grown is accepting the consequence… and still making a plan.
You’ll walk away learning how to:
• Use adversity as leverage
• Strengthen emotional intelligence under pressure
• Shift perspective during hard seasons
• Think strategically in moments of crisis
• Turn setbacks into positioning
This is for the believer who refuses to waste pressure.
Use it.

#30 In this episode of I’m So Grown Podcast, we’re talking about villains — the ones in your life and the one that can live inside your mind.

Have you ever been labeled the “bad guy” for setting boundaries, saying no, or choosing your peace? In someone else’s story, you might be the villain simply because you stopped overextending yourself.
This episode explores:
• How setting boundaries can make you the “villain” in someone else’s narrative
• Emotional maturity and personal growth
• Self-sabotage and negative self-talk
• Protecting your peace
• Main character energy and mindset shifts
• Emotional regulation and self-awareness
• Growth through conflict
• Choosing yourself without guilt
If you’re on a healing journey, learning emotional intelligence, and stepping into your grown mindset, this conversation is for you.
Sometimes being grown is recognizing the villains, learning the lesson, and refusing to let anyone — including yourself — steal your story.

#29 In this Grown Sunday episode, we’re talking about flashbacks, faith, and the receipts God has already given you.
In the Book of Deuteronomy 1:29–33, Moses reminds the Israelites of how God carried them, fought for them, and led them out — yet they still struggled to trust Him when it was time to step into the promise.
Sound familiar?
Sometimes we don’t need a new blessing.
We need a flashback.
In this episode, I share a personal story about filing for divorce without a job, not knowing how rent would be paid — and watching God provide. When you look back at your own life, you’ll realize: you have receipts. God has a track record of showing up.
If you’re feeling anxious, uncertain, or doubting what’s next, this episode will remind you of:
• How to build trust in God through lived experience
• Why remembering past provision strengthens present faith
• What it means to see God as your Source, not just the channel
• How to stay emotionally stable and spiritually grounded in uncertain seasons
You don’t need more proof.
You need to remember what He already did.
Because sometimes being grown is remembering the receipts. 

#28 Are you really stuck… or are you stuck in the story?
In this episode of I’m So Grown, we’re talking about how the story you keep telling about your breakup, your finances, your career, or your past may be the very thing keeping you emotionally stuck.
Yes, it happened.
Yes, it hurt.
But how are you narrating it?
When we constantly retell the sad story, the broke story, or the victim story, we reinforce that identity. But when we reframe it — without denying the truth — we step into growth, emotional intelligence, and main character energy.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How your narrative shapes your identity
• Why retelling painful stories keeps you stagnant
• How to reframe your past without suppressing it
• A practical exercise to upgrade your personal story
• How to tell your story in a way that supports your healing and future
If you’re on a healing journey, working on mindset shifts, emotional maturity, financial independence, or becoming your highest self — this episode is for you.
Because sometimes being grown is choosing the version of the story that empowers you… not the one that keeps you small.
 Tune in and let’s rewrite it.

#27 In this Grown Sunday episode, Shatiya explores the power of good company through the story of Mary and Elizabeth in the Gospel of Luke and the wisdom of Proverbs 27:17, “iron sharpens iron.”
Who you surround yourself with matters. Your dreams respond to the rooms you place them in. Are the people in your circle sharpening you — or shrinking you?
This episode is about discernment, destiny, spiritual alignment, and protecting your vision. If you’re building something, healing, or stepping into purpose, this conversation will challenge you to evaluate your circle.

#26 In this episode of I’m So Grown Podcast, we’re talking about emotional maturity, staying on your side of the street, and why stress often shows up when we’re in the wrong business. There are only three kinds of business: yours, theirs, and God’s. When you focus on what other people are doing, thinking, or saying about you, you abandon your own growth.
This episode dives into:
• Emotional intelligence and personal accountability
• Staying in your lane
• Protecting your peace
• Letting go of control
• Healing and self-awareness
• Mindset shifts for personal growth
• Co-parenting with God and trusting divine timing
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by commentary, opinions, or pressure from others, this conversation will help you recenter and refocus on what actually belongs to you.
Because being grown isn’t knowing everybody else’s business — it’s mastering yours.
 Tune in and let’s grow.

#25 In this episode, And Suddenly, we talk about God’s timing, divine acceleration, and how quickly things can shift when He moves. Sometimes what you’ve been waiting months (or years) for can change in a moment — one decision, one opportunity, one miracle. This message will strengthen your faith, remind you to stay expectant, and encourage you to trust that God is able to expedite what concerns you. If you’re believing God for the miraculous, this episode is for you.

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#24 In this episode, I talk about what it really means to locate your peace — actually feel it in your body and your environment. I share a recent realization that you shouldn’t have to protect your peace in your own home — your home should be the place you can exhale, not stay on guard.
I get honest about how even a “rent-free” situation can be too expensive when it costs you your peace, and why choosing calm is a grown decision. We explore what peace feels like, what peace is not, and how to recognize when someone’s energy — even in silence — disrupts your spirit.
This episode is for anyone learning to trust their intuition, set emotional boundaries, and choose peace over familiarity.

Sometimes being grown is realizing-- if it's costing you your peace, it's too expensive.