In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode, Rachel Awtrey sits down to share the kind of big sister wisdom most of us wish someone had told us sooner. With her signature blend of warmth, wit, and straight talk, Rachel tackles the lies we believe about our worth, our bodies, and our calling — and replaces them with truth that sets us free.

From why you should stop shrinking to make others comfortable, to how to pray and set boundaries at the same time, Rachel delivers a powerful reminder that you are already loved, already enough, and already equipped to step into the life God has for you.

If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, people-pleasing, fear of taking the next step, or wondering if your life really makes an impact — this episode is for you.

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The red carpet was rolling, the mics were hot, and your favorites in music, comedy, sports, and books were ready to talk!

I headed to the KLove Fan Awards in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry to catch up with the artists and personalities shaping the Christian entertainment world and I'm bringing the conversations straight to you.

From Terrian to Elevation Rhythm, LO Worship to Jenn Johnson, and so many more in between, we're going behind the velvet rope for the stories, the laughs, and the moments you won't hear anywhere else. Pull up a seat, y'all! This one's packed.

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For real: staying stuck is hard. Overthinking is hard. Avoiding the conversation, the decision, the leap - it's literally all hard. So the real question isn't how do I make life easier? It's which hard am I actually choosing?

In this episode, Rachel unpacks why discomfort isn't a stop sign my girl!! This is an invitation. She walks through the brain science of the avoidance loop (why dodging hard things actually makes the fear bigger), what dopamine, distress tolerance, and neuroplasticity (oooooh big word) have to do with the life you say you want, and why Scripture has been telling us this all along. You'll hear the stories of Amelia Earhart, Winston Churchill, and Corrie ten Boom three very different people who all learned the same thing: you don't rise to the level of your intentions, you rise to the level of what you've trained yourself to handle.

She also gives you a simple, doable weekly practice. Think like small, intentional, on-purpose hard things in four areas (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) so you stop waiting until you "feel ready" and start building the capacity for the life you're actually asking God for.

If you've been quietly wondering why you keep stalling out on the thing you know you're supposed to do, this one's for you.

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I’ve been a little MIA - and yes, I’m going to talk about it but also no, I’m not telling you everything 😅

Before you worry, everyone is healthy, my marriage is strong, and things are okay. But life has shifted in a way that requires a little more privacy, a little more wisdom, and a lot more trust.

In this episode, I’m sharing what I can like including why not everything belongs on the front porch, how I’m navigating boundaries while still showing up online, and what this season is teaching me.

We’re also diving into a JOYFUL Report (you know I love these) from random current obsessions to deeper lessons about receiving help and letting go.

And I’ll take you with me to Colorado, where I had one of the sweetest reminders that I don’t always need answers from God, sometimes I just need to sit with Him.

Come hang in the living room with me!

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In this episode of Real Talk, host Rachel Awtrey sits down with Christian Bevere for an honest and heartfelt conversation about marriage, dating, and the faith-filled journey toward finding a partner. 

Together, they dive into nuanced topics like "palate cleansing" after past relationships, praying for your future spouse, and the importance of character formation during singleness. Christian Bevere shares SparkNotes of her unconventional love story, the lessons learned from seven years of marriage, and the wisdom gleaned from her in-laws, John and Lisa Bevere. 

The episode is packed with practical advice, spiritual insights, and candid stories about navigating conflict, timelines, expectations, and enjoying the simple joys of marriage. 

Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or already married, this episode will encourage you to seek clarity, embrace God's timing, and pursue healthy relationships with purpose and hope. Plus, don’t miss the fun recommendations at the end including a little love for thrifting!

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I’m recording this episode from Africa and it’s unlike anything I’ve experienced before.

In this episode, I’m sharing a real-time look at what we’ve been doing here: visiting neighborhoods and slums, walking through schools, sitting in family homes, attending church, and hearing firsthand stories from people who are shaping their communities in powerful ways.

You’ll hear about the joy and energy inside classrooms, the pride families have in their homes, the faith woven into everyday life, and the moments that surprised me most along the way. This isn’t a polished highlight reel, though! It’s a journalistic snapshot of what I’m seeing, learning, and processing as I go.

Some of these stories are light and joyful. Some are sobering. All of them are human.

If you’ve ever wondered what life actually looks like beyond the headlines or what it feels like to step into another part of the world and really pay attention, this episode will take you with me.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Addison Bevere, and this conversation felt like a deep exhale for my soul.We talk about prayer but not in a way that adds more pressure or makes you feel like you’re “doing it wrong.” Addison brings so much wisdom around what it actually means to pray without ceasing, how prayer can be woven into the real rhythms of your everyday life, and how connection with God doesn’t have to look complicated or performative.

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Turning 31 has me reflecting and not in a highlight-reel kind of way, but in the real, lived-in, God-meets-the-mess kind of way. In this episode, I’m sharing 31 things I’ve learned in 31 years and some hard-won, some lighthearted, some deeply spiritual, and some that only make sense after walking through motherhood, grief, growth, and a whole lot of changing your mind along the way.

This isn’t a list of life hacks or a “here’s how I got it all together” moment (because…ya know….lol). It’s more like sitting on the couch together talking about what’s actually shaped me like faith, friendship, boundaries, joy, obedience, expectations, and learning to love my life even when I don’t like every part of it.

If you’re in a season of reflection, transition, or just need someone to put words to things you’ve been feeling but haven’t been able to name yet then this one’s for you.

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Pull up a chair and let’s talk. 🤍

I’m sharing what I’m carrying forward (hello, momentum with margin), what I’m leaving behind (looking at you, hustle culture 👋), and how I’m thinking about joy, faith, purpose, and community in this next season. We’ll talk about choosing depth over noise, letting joy be a practice instead of just a personality, honoring the season you’re actually in, and why rushing, over-explaining, and all-or-nothing thinking are officially off the guest list.

This episode is less about reinvention and more about refinement slow steps, real grace, and trusting that small, faithful choices add up over time.

I’m also giving you a little sneak peek at what’s coming next: a fresh look and feel for the podcast, upcoming travel (including Kenya!!! 🤍), new speaking opportunities, and what’s stirring in my heart as I begin writing my second book.

If you’re heading into 2026 craving more joy, more clarity, and a little permission to move at a human pace this one’s for you. Come sit with me!

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