Talk AB It Podcast

Have you ever looked back at who you used to be and realized how much you’ve changed? In this episode, we’re talking about the beauty, discomfort, and freedom of becoming someone your younger self might not even recognize. From outgrowing friendships and old habits to changing your priorities, setting boundaries, and letting go of the life you once thought you wanted, we’re diving into why growth doesn’t mean you’ve lost yourself. Sometimes it means you’re finally discovering who you’re meant to be.

We’ll talk about releasing the pressure to stay the same, giving yourself permission to change your mind, and trusting God when He leads you toward a version of yourself you never expected. But we’re also talking about the importance of holding onto the best parts of the girl you used to be—her joy, her dreams, her softness, and everything that made her her. Because becoming a better version of yourself doesn’t mean you have to abandon who you were. It means learning what to carry with you and what to finally let go of. If you’ve been feeling like you’re changing, outgrowing things, or stepping into an unfamiliar season of life, this episode is your reminder that you don’t owe your past self the life she planned. You’re allowed to grow, evolve, and become someone new while still loving the girl who got you here. And maybe one day, your younger self won’t recognize everything about you—but I hope she recognizes the heart that was always there.

Have you ever found yourself saying, “I just don’t know what to do,” when deep down, you might already know the answer? In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between genuine confusion and resisting an answer we don’t want to accept. Whether it’s a friendship, a relationship, a dream, or a version of life you thought you’d have, sometimes we hold on so tightly to what we want that we struggle to accept what’s right in front of us. We overthink, search for more signs, and convince ourselves we need more time when what we might really need is the courage to move forward.

We’ll talk about why clarity doesn’t always feel peaceful, how fear can keep us stuck in situations we’ve outgrown, and why the right decision doesn’t always feel good right away. Through the lens of faith, we’ll explore what it looks like to stop asking God to change the answer and start asking Him for the courage to accept it. Because you can love something and still let it go, feel scared and still trust, and grieve a decision while knowing it’s the right one. If you’ve been overthinking something lately, this is your reminder to stop asking yourself what you should do and start asking yourself what you already know. Maybe you’re not confused. Maybe you just don’t like the answer—and maybe your next chapter begins when you finally stop negotiating with it.

What if not everything that happens in your life actually means something?

We spend so much time interpreting everything around us — the text that went unanswered, the invitation we didn’t get, the friendship that feels different, the job we didn’t get, the person who seems distant — and turning it into a story about ourselves. But sometimes, things just happen. Not every change is rejection, not every bad day means you’re off track, and not every situation needs to be analyzed until you find an answer.

In this episode, we’re talking about the freedom that comes from letting things be what they are instead of constantly searching for a deeper meaning. Because maybe you don’t need to take everything personally, figure everything out, or turn every moment into a reflection of your worth. Sometimes you can simply let it happen, let it go, and keep living your life.

This episode is for the girls who genuinely don’t want a relationship right now — and are completely okay with that. In a world where being in a relationship can feel like the ultimate goal, we’re talking about what it looks like to actually love your life single. I don’t want to be tied down, compromise my morals, make excuses for someone’s immaturity, or feel like I have to shrink the life I’m building. I want the freedom to say yes, experience new things, focus on my goals, and become the woman I’m meant to be.

But this isn’t about wanting to date around or never settle down. It’s about wanting the one — someone who adds to my life rather than takes away from it. Someone who inspires me, challenges me, supports my dreams, and makes the sacrifices that come with a relationship feel insignificant because of who I’m making them for. Until then, I want to experience everything God has for me, build healthy habits, surrender more of my life to Him, and become the healthiest version of myself mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally. So no, I don’t want a boyfriend… I want a relationship that makes my life fuller, not smaller — and until that person comes along, I’m pretty happy right where I am.

It’s so easy to look around and feel like you’re falling behind — watching other people get into relationships, land their dream jobs, move to new places, or reach milestones you thought you would have reached by now. But the more time we spend comparing our lives to everyone else’s timeline, the more we lose sight of our own. This episode is a reminder to stop rushing your life just because someone else’s looks different.

There is so much beauty in getting to know yourself, enjoying where you are, and trusting that what’s meant for you doesn’t need to happen on someone else’s schedule. Because the moment you stop appreciating your own life, you start wanting what other people have instead of recognizing what’s already being created for you. Your life doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s to be exactly where it’s supposed to be.

I think we could all use a little more fun in our lives. In a world where everything can feel so serious, productive, and constantly on display, it’s easy to forget to do things simply because they make us happy. This episode is a reminder to romanticize your life a little more, say yes to the spontaneous plans, pick up the hobbies you love, try something new, and make memories that don’t necessarily have a purpose beyond the fact that they bring you joy.

And maybe not everything needs to be shared. There’s something so special about having little parts of your life that belong only to you — the things you do for fun, the places you go, the memories you make, and the parts of yourself you don’t feel the need to explain or post. We talk about why having a life outside of productivity and social media is so important, and why sometimes the best moments are the ones you get to keep entirely for yourself. Because life is meant to be lived, not just documented.

College teaches you a lot—but sometimes the biggest lessons have nothing to do with what happens in the classroom. In this episode, we’re talking about the things we’ve learned along the way: why having more friends doesn’t always mean you’re happier, why quality will always matter more than quantity, and why growing as a person doesn’t mean you have to completely change who you are.

We also dive into making mistakes, navigating friendships, and learning that one bad decision doesn’t make you a bad person. Plus, we talk about why “I’m in college” doesn’t have to be an excuse to party, drink, or become someone you don’t recognize. Ultimately, what you put into your life is what you’ll take away from it. Every decision, mistake, friendship, and experience shapes you into who you become—and there’s no perfect way to get there.

As summer comes to an end, there’s something about this season that naturally makes us reflect. What did we love? What do we want to bring with us into the next season? And maybe even more importantly, what are we ready to leave behind? In this episode, we’re talking about our end-of-summer ins and outs—not just trends, but the mindset shifts and habits we want to carry forward. From being more intentional with your time, friendships, dreams, and health to realizing that not everyone needs access to every part of your life, we’re reflecting on what truly made this summer feel good.

Getting honest about the things that might be taking up more energy than they deserve. Overexplaining yourself, entertaining situations that are going nowhere, and wasting time on people or ideas that simply aren’t meant for you—consider this your reminder to leave some things behind. This episode is all about taking what you learned from this summer and using it to move into the next season with a little more trust, intention, and confidence.

In this episode, I’m joined by Savanna Theisen for a conversation about growing up, finding yourself, faith, creativity, and turning the things you love into something bigger than yourself. We take it all the way back to Savanna’s childhood—talking about her favorite memories, lake life, family, dance, and the experiences that shaped who she is today. We also dive into her teen and college years, growing a following at a young age, joining the dance team at St. Thomas, figuring out who she was, and how each season ultimately drew her closer to God.

Then, we get into the exciting story behind Livan, the clothing brand Savanna created with her sister, Olivia. We talk about where the idea came from, the meaning behind the brand, what it was like watching an idea become a real business, and what surprised her most about taking that leap. But beyond creating clothes, Livan represents something much deeper—their shared love for Christ, creativity, and creating something that allows others to feel confident, included, and inspired. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the things you’re most passionate about can become the very things God uses to shape your purpose.

Sometimes becoming the woman you’re meant to be requires you to let go of the girl you once were. In this episode, we’re talking about the uncomfortable but necessary process of releasing old identities, friendships, habits, expectations, and versions of ourselves that we’ve simply outgrown. We can spend so much time focusing on who we want to become that we forget becoming also requires making room—and sometimes that means leaving behind the things that once felt familiar, comfortable, or even safe.

We’ll talk about letting go of people-pleasing, the need to be understood, friendships that no longer feel aligned, habits that keep us comfortable, and the timelines we thought our lives were supposed to follow. Most importantly, we’ll talk about surrendering our need to control what comes next and trusting that God can lead us somewhere better than anything we could have planned for ourselves. Letting go doesn’t mean you hate your past or regret who you were. It means you can honor the girl who got you here without asking her to come with you everywhere you’re going.

The girl you’re becoming needs space to grow, change, heal, and discover who she really is. So maybe this season isn’t about becoming someone completely new—it’s about finally releasing everything that has been keeping you from becoming who you already are. Thank her. Forgive her. Love her. And then let her go.