Today’s episode features a woman whose quiet, unassuming faithfulness changed the world. The story of Saint Teresa of Calcutta is a powerful reminder that faithfulness in small, ordinary moments can change everything. If you have been wondering whether the little things you do truly matter- or feeling discouraged because your efforts feel unseen-this episode will encourage you to release the need for recognition, focus on the next right thing, and trust that small acts done with love are never wasted.

In today's episode, I share the beloved story Footprints in the Sand- a reminder that even when life feels uncertain, you are not alone. If you have been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or tired, this episode will encourage you to take the next step, release what you can't control, and trust that you are being held-even here.

On the back of every NFL helmet is a simple but powerful reminder: Choose Love.

I share the story of Damar Hamlin, whose life nearly ended on the field, and how in that terrifying moment, something extraordinary happened. Players dropped to their knees. Fans united. The world prayed. Love took center stage.

This episode also connects that moment to a timeless truth lived out by Martin Luther King Jr. — choosing faith over fear, even when the cost is high.

In a world that often feels divided, this episode is a gentle reminder that love is still a choice we get to make — again and again.

✨ Choose love. Choose faith. Choose hope.

Have you ever felt like your flaws make you less valuable? Today's story "The Cracked Pot" is a powerful reminder that imperfections are not failures, and that even our weakest places can bring beauty and purpose. If you have been feeling unworthy, this episode is for you.

In this first episode, I share the powerful story of the Chinese Bamboo Tree — a reminder that growth is often happening beneath the surface long before we can see it. If you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or starting over, this episode is for you.

Welcome to Pick-Me-Up with Sarah — a podcast for the days when you need a little encouragement.

Through short stories, reflections, and gentle reminders, each episode offers a moment to pause, breathe, and remember that you are not alone.

Whether you’re starting over, waiting for something to change, or simply needing a small lift, Pick-Me-Up is here to meet you right where you are.