Do you ever feel like you're functioning on the outside, but falling apart inside?

In this episode of Pretty Fruitful Conversations, we begin the Distracted to Devoted series with a heartfelt reflection on what it means to feel overwhelmed, mentally scattered, and spiritually disconnected—yet still appear "fine."

I share what distraction has looked like in my life: scrolling, binge-watching, busy work and how those habits often mask deeper emotional or spiritual needs. We discuss burnout, emotional avoidance, and the inner resistance that can manifest even in our devotional life.

💬 In this episode:

• Signs your soul is unsettled
• How burnout leads to avoidance and distraction
• The cycle of "busy work" as a coping mechanism
• The gentle nudges God uses to draw us back
• Simple, honest prayers to reconnect with God
• Reflection questions to help you uncover the root of your distractions

📖 Key Scripture:

Psalm 46:10 – "Be still and know that I am God."

📝 Journal Prompt:

What's one distraction you've been using to avoid a deeper need?

✨ This is a safe space for grace, reflection, and progress—not perfection.

If this speaks to you, follow the show, rate, and share it with a friend who might be feeling the same. 💛

In this final segment of May You Grow Gently, I’m sharing my vision, my values, and the seeds I’m planting in this season—even the ones no one else can see yet.We’ll talk about: • What kind of life I’m building and who it’s for • The heart behind Pretty Fruitful’s mission • Why small beginnings matter and why God rejoices when we start • Planting seeds of faith, community, and grace • How to stay rooted when you can’t yet see the fruitThis is a conversation about building from the inside out—intentionally, prayerfully, and at God’s pace. It’s about making space for vulnerability, community, and growth that goes deeper than performance or outward success.📖 Bible Verses Shared in This Episode: • Jeremiah 17:7–8 – “Blessed are those who trust in the Lord… they are like trees planted along a riverbank…” • Matthew 13:31–32 – “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed…” • Proverbs 3:5–6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” • Zechariah 4:10 – “Do not despise these small beginnings…” • Matthew 6:6 – “When you pray… your Father who sees everything will reward you.”💬 Your Turn:What’s one “small beginning” or unseen seed you’re planting right now?How is God asking you to trust Him in this season?🌿 Stay rooted. Stay hopeful. Stay fruitful.

In this episode, we’re talking about what faith over frenzy actually looks like...not just in theory, but in the real-life moments when the alarm doesn’t go off, the to-do list is overwhelming, and your soul is tired. I share how I’m learning to give myself grace when I can’t do it all… and how faith invites us to operate from a place of overflow, not overwhelm. We’ll talk about:

• Letting go of productivity guilt
• Creating and planning with God
• Redefining what “100%” looks like each day
• Why rest is hard (but necessary)
• How I protect my peace while still showing up

📖 Verses mentioned:

• “Do not worry about tomorrow…” — Matthew 6:34
• “A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body…” — Proverbs 14:30
• “Consider it pure joy… when your faith is tested…” — James 1:2-4

This episode is for anyone who is tired of the pressure to perform and is ready to slow down and let God lead — one gentle step at a time.

🎧 Take a deep breath, and let’s grow through this together.

#FaithOverFrenzy #PrettyFruitfulConversations #GraceAndGrowth #ChristianPodcast #OverflowNotOverwhelm

Have you ever felt like slowing down means falling behind?

In this episode, I open up about unlearning the pressure to perform and rewriting the internal script that says, “I have to do more to be enough.” I explore where my productivity beliefs came from, how they shaped my emotional and spiritual life, and how God gently led me into a new definition of fruitfulness.

You’ll hear about:

• My struggle with performance and perfectionism

• Striving vs flowing and how to tell the difference

• The guilt of doing “less”

• What true rest and trust look like in this season

• How Pretty Fruitful reshaped my view of productivity

📖 Scriptures that anchor this episode:

• Romans 12:2

• Matthew 11:28-30

• 1 Samuel 16:7

• Colossians 2:7

  
  

This is an invitation to slow down, trust God’s timing, and redefine success on His terms.

Have you ever felt like you're falling behind just because you're not moving fast?

In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the quiet inner battle I faced—the pressure to perform, the fear of missing out, and the weight of tying my worth to productivity. It’s a vulnerable conversation about stepping back, realigning with God, and discovering what it really means to grow gently.

We talk about:

• The courage it takes to slow down

• Letting go of hustle culture and people-pleasing

• What “faith over frenzy” looks like in real life

• Why rest can be a form of obedience

• How scripture anchored me through this season

📖 Verses shared:

- Ecclesiastes 3:1

- Isaiah 40:31

- Galatians 6:9

- Psalm 46:10

This isn’t just about rest...it’s about trusting God's timing when your soul is craving clarity. I hope it encourages you to pause, breathe, and remember: slowing down doesn’t mean giving up.

If this conversation blesses you, please share it, rate the show, or reach out.

I’d love to hear how you’re growing gently, too.

#FaithOverFrenzy #ChristianPodcast #SlowLiving #SpiritualGrowth #MentalHealthAndFaith

Have you ever held back your gifts, stayed quiet, or dimmed your light just to avoid being “too much”? In this episode, I reflect on what it means to serve and love others from a place of purpose—not pressure.

Rooted in 1 Peter 4:10–11, we talk about:

✨ Using your gifts without losing yourself

✨ Loving others without seeking approval

✨ What it really costs (and means) to be seen

✨ Embracing who God made you to be—even if it feels uncomfortable

This is for the woman who’s ever been told she’s “too much,” or who’s quietly wondering if she’s not enough.

Let’s take the pressure off and grow gently, one honest conversation at a time. 💛

In Part 3 of Am I Too Much?, I share the Bible verses I wish I had known and believed when I was younger. These verses remind me that I was never too much or too little, just wonderfully made by God.

If you’ve ever dimmed your light to fit in, doubted your worth, or felt like your gifts didn’t matter, this conversation is for you. From Psalm 139 to Ephesians 2 and Matthew 5, we explore what God says about identity, purpose, and why your presence in this world is no accident.

Let this episode be a reminder: your small beginnings matter, your light was meant to shine, and God’s strength shows up right in the middle of your weakness.

You’re not too much. You’re His.

In this episode, I share my struggle with over-caring and feeling judged for simply being myself. I reflect on how my desire to love and help others sometimes left me feeling empty and misunderstood. Have you ever felt like your kindness or enthusiasm was too much for others to handle?

We’ll also talk about navigating friendships where love and effort aren’t always reciprocated, and how I’ve learned to set healthier boundaries while staying true to who I am. Plus, I’ll share how embracing my identity in Christ helps me move past the fear of being “too much.”

If you’ve ever felt used or wondered why some friendships feel one-sided, this conversation is for you. Let’s explore what it means to give without losing yourself.

#AmITooMuch #PrettyFruitfulConversations #SelfWorth #FaithAndFriendship #PersonalGrowth

Have you ever felt like you were too much for some people, and not enough for others?

In this first part of my "Am I Too Much?" conversation, I open up about something I’ve struggled with for years—feeling like I didn’t belong. Too quiet. Too serious. Too reserved. Or too outspoken. Too sensitive. Too joyful. Just… too something.

This is an honest reflection on identity, shrinking myself to fit in, and what it cost me. If you’ve ever hidden your voice, downplayed your light, or questioned whether being your full self would make people uncomfortable, I pray this video reminds you that you’re not alone.

We start here—with our fears, the questions, and the desire to finally feel like we belong as we are.