We are in the long period of dealing with the doldrums - where it 's easy to feel dull and listless.  In this episode we share some tips to navigate the doldrums, and some resources to help you learn a little more about how to handle stress during self quarantine.

Figuring our your next steps in these uncertain times... it's tough. Especially if you still believe that your have to have everything perfect. ⁣

We are now in a whole new ballgame.⁣

In our 20th episode, our favorite counselor Hannan Smith and Jody Todd talk about how to turn traumas into strengths. It's the best kind of jiu jitsu, where you turn the power of trauma against itself and make it work in your favor.

"If God gave you something to do, why in God's name wouldn't you do it?" ~ Stephen King (yeah, that Stephen King)

God put a life changing message inside of you. Part of your job on the planet is to share that message.

"There are more people waiting to hear your unique life changing message, who can only hear it from you, than you can ever get to in your lifetime." ~ some guy named Jeff Herring

I have always said that there are people who will only be able to hear God through your voice.

So not only do you have a life changing message inside you, you have an audience waiting, more than you can ever get to in your short lifetime.

So why don’t you?

Three truths that we have had to learn the hard way.

• Skills don't equal character.

You think that we are kidding? Give a listen.

Listening.

Effective listening can be a great healer for those who have been through harsh ministry seasons.

In this episode, our favorite counselor Hannah Smith shares three actionable tips for loving listening.

We are proud to present another episode with our favorite counselor Hannah Smith. Speaking about The New Normals, she helps to explore the necessary changes that are forced by ministry transitions, and shares tips to navigate these choppy waters.

We are super excited about this episode of Speaking of Reclamation. Our first guest is our daughter Hannah Marie Smith. She is well versed in all forms of ministry transitions, having experienced them as a P.K. She is now a licensed counselor and shares a ton of great tips in this episode Walking Through Loss. Enjoy.

When you carry the bruises of serving in ministry, it's common to feel stuck and frustrated. In this episode we share a story to encourage you to reconnect with your true heart. Don't be Bob. Don't be Darla. Just be you.