Have you ever felt misunderstood when you said “no” to something in order to follow God’s call on your life? Maybe others thought you were selfish, arrogant, or not a team player—when in reality, you were simply staying faithful to what God asked of you.

In this episode, Carrie shares inspiration from the movie F1 (2025), where one driver’s quiet confidence and loyalty to the bigger picture led to unexpected opportunities for others. His story reminds us of what it looks like to stand firm in God’s calling, even when others don’t understand.

You’ll hear:

A powerful story of focus and sacrifice from the movie F1.

Why being secure in Christ means you don’t have to defend every decision.

Biblical examples of men and women who were misunderstood but faithful.

Encouragement to trust God’s bigger picture when people misread your motives.

This episode is for the Christian woman who is tired of people-pleasing, weary of over-explaining, and longing to walk confidently in the calling God has given her.

Galatians 1:10 — Am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?

Hebrews 11 — Examples of faith lived out despite misunderstanding.

Nehemiah 6 — Staying focused on God’s work in the face of criticism.

Ready to walk with more confidence in God’s calling? Book a free discovery call with Carrie at https://meetings.hubspot.com/callemeersch or email [email protected]

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Are you exhausted from trying to earn love, approval, or acceptance — even in your closest relationships? In this episode we’re talking about the heavy weight of performance and the beautiful freedom Christ offers instead.

If you’ve been living under pressure — trying to do everything right so you’ll be accepted — it’s time to hear the truth: you are accepted in Christ. You don’t have to prove your worth. You don’t have to hustle for peace. God has given you His acceptance through Jesus, and that changes everything about how you show up in your marriage, family, and daily life.

How pressure robs you of peace — even when everything “looks” perfect

What Scripture says about being set free in Christ

Practical ways to rest in God’s love without losing your leadership as a wife and homemaker

If you’re ready to step out of fear and into faith — trading the weight of trying to please everyone for the joy of simply walking with God — this conversation is for you.

Scripture Reference

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.” — Galatians 5:1

Resources & Next Steps

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Do You Wish You Had More Self-Confidence in Your Marriage?

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Carrie shares three simple, biblical steps you can take today to increase your self-confidence in your marriage. Whether you feel overlooked, unsure of yourself, or just longing for a little courage to speak up or step forward, this conversation will help you see who you truly are in Christ — and how that changes everything.

Together, we’ll explore:

How anchoring your identity in Christ shifts the way you see yourself (and your marriage).

Why godly courage grows in small, Spirit-led steps — and how to take one today.

How renewing your mind with God’s truth brings peace, strength, and clarity.

If you’ve ever wondered what it might feel like to stop second-guessing yourself and start walking confidently in the role God has called you to — this episode is for you.

Resources & Next Steps:

Book your free coaching consultation call with Carrie by emailing: [email protected]

Scripture references: Ephesians 2:10, Joshua 1:9, Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:13, Hebrews 13:21, 2 Peter 1:3

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Have you ever felt like you’ve lost yourself in your marriage?

This episode is for you.

Today we’re talking about self-differentiation — a big word that simply means knowing who you are, staying grounded in your God-given identity, and making choices before Him, without being consumed by the expectations or emotions of others.

Even in marriage, God calls each of us to stand before Him as individuals. Acts 5:9 reminds us of this truth, and the whole of Scripture affirms it: we are accountable to God for our own thoughts, choices, and obedience.

In this 12-minute episode you’ll learn:

Why each of us is accountable to God as individuals (Acts 5:9, Galatians 6:5).

How self-differentiation is not selfishness, but obedience (Romans 14:12, Matthew 22:37).

Why healthy marriage requires two whole people, not one person disappearing into the other (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10).

You’ll also hear real-life examples of what this looks like in the empty nest season — from rediscovering your passions to navigating differences with your husband around adult children.

💡 Reflection Guide:  to help you take this deeper, I’ve created a free download: “Standing Strong in Christ: A Reflection Guide for Self-Differentiation in Marriage.” Inside you’ll find prayerful questions to help you recognize where you’ve lost yourself and how to begin standing strong in who God made you to be. 

🌿 Coaching with Carrie: If this episode spoke to your heart and you’re ready to stop losing yourself in marriage and rediscover your God-given identity, you are invited to a free discovery call. Together we’ll talk about what’s going on in your life and how coaching can help you find clarity, confidence, and joy again. Book your call using the link below.

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Do you ever feel like your value has dropped because of weight gain, aging, depression, or even your husband’s choices? Or maybe you’ve felt the opposite — like you’re more valuable when you’re busy serving, pleasing others, or doing all the “right” things.

In today’s episode, I want to share a freeing truth with you: nothing you do, and nothing anyone else does, can diminish or increase your worth.

Your value was set by God when He created you in His image and sealed by Jesus at the Cross. That means:

Your husband’s betrayal does not lower your worth.

Your homemaking and people-pleasing cannot raise your worth.

Your children’s rejection of faith does not diminish your worth.

Your service at church does not increase your worth.

💜 Your value is not up for debate. It is unshakable, eternal, and already settled in Christ.

I’ll share a personal story of when I believed my worth had changed — and how God’s Word brought me back to the truth.

Grab a journal for reflection, because I’ll also guide you through some powerful questions to help you anchor your worth in Christ and stop tying it to the ups and downs of life.

Let’s rest together in the truth: you are loved, you are accepted, and your value is secure.

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Where in your life have you believed your worth has decreased (something done to you or a personal struggle)?

Where have you believed your worth has increased (achievements, serving, or people’s approval)?

How does remembering that your worth was set by God — and sealed at the Cross — change the way you see yourself today?

So often as Christian women; wives and or mothers, we become anxious and question our value when others express an angry emotional response. What would it be like to be so well grounded in Christ and in your identity that his emotions did not rock your world or have you questioning yourself? Does his anger have you wondering if you are a good wife?

What if one of your boundaries included, not taking it personal when he gets mad? One of our roles as our husband's partner is to not be his "yes man", but to instead show up as his equal,  emotionally connected and confident help mate.

Are you ready for this episode? I hope so because I do get a little spicy but in a really sweet way;) 

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Hi Ladies 

For those who feel hurt or broken hearted over a lack of support or if you struggle to feel safe and appreciated; this podcast is for you!! 

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Please refer to this episode by name so that I know which resource you are looking for. 

I would love to answer any questions that you have or hear more about you and your story. 

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Hi Ladies,

This episode is here to gently remind you of what matters most: grounding yourself in the truth of who God is and how deeply He loves you. When you’re rooted in His love, it becomes easier to approach your marriage from a place of peace and purpose.

Feeling close to your husband isn’t always about doing more—it’s about noticing the connection that’s already there. Together, we’ll explore how intentional thoughts can help you recognize those quiet threads of closeness and nurture them.

You’ll also be invited to consider your differences not as barriers, but as places where your strengths interlock—like puzzle pieces God designed to fit together. Of course, this kind of growth doesn’t come without challenges (and yes, even tears). But there is hope and beauty in learning how to become stronger together.

Let’s walk through this, one thought at a time.

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Noticing our thoughts is one of the ways we reflect our Creator.

In today’s episode, I’ll share three simple ways you can begin identifying the thoughts that aren’t serving you—so you can create space for the ones that do.

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HI Everyone, I trust that God is strengthening you and emboldening you to live in the victorious life of Jesus right now.  For those of you who are feeling tired and perhaps have lost hope for your wandering child  I want to offer hope through Phillipians 1:6

I’m convinced that God, who began this good work in you, will carry it through to completion on the day of Christ Jesus.

May we put all of our hope and all of our trust in the finished work of Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, amen. 

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If this episode encouraged you, I’d love to hear from you. Message me with your story or leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. You’re not alone—and you can lead with love, even in the face of resistance.

Go ahead and drop me a line anytime, I look forward to hearing from you @ [email protected] 

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