Saved You A Seat Podcast

The Art of Pivoting: Knowing When to Stop, Start or Shift


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Welcome to Episode 9 of the Saved You a Seat Podcast! We’re a group of women who love Jesus, value creativity, and want to talk honestly about what it looks like to follow God in the middle of everyday life.

In today’s episode, host Michele Wilbert is joined by Racquel Lopez and ChanMi Jung for a thoughtful conversation about pivoting in our creative callings. Whether it’s launching something new, letting go of something we’ve invested deeply in, or sensing a subtle shift in direction, these moments can feel unsettling.

We share personal stories of starting again, stopping something meaningful, and navigating the tension between planning and trusting God to establish our steps. If you’ve ever wondered whether you heard God correctly—or wrestled with what others might think when you change course—this episode will encourage you to anchor your decisions in discernment rather than fear.

 

Meet the Voices Around the Table:

  • Michele Wilbert – host and creative mentor
  • Racquel Lopez – founder of Fun Free & Flourishing
  • ChanMi Jung – writer and spiritual mentor
  • 💬 What We Talked About:

    • What “pivoting” looks like in a creative calling
    • Real stories of stopping, starting over, or shifting direction
    • How to discern whether a change is fear-driven or Spirit-led
    • Why stopping doesn’t equal failure in God’s economy
    • Cultivating discernment in community and in solitude
    • Learning to commit plans to the Lord and trust Him to establish our steps
    • Practical Encouragement:

      “Stopping, starting again, or changing direction doesn’t mean you failed. Sometimes the pivot is the very place obedience begins.”

       

      Scripture Shared:

      • Proverbs 16:3 (NIV) –
      • “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
      • Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) –
      • “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
      • Psalm 32:8 –
      • “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”

        Connect with Us:

          • Subscribe on [Apple Podcasts], [Spotify], or [YouTube]
          • Follow us on Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative
          • Connect with today’s guests:
            • Michele Wilbert
                • Racquel Lopez
                • ChanMi Jung
                • Next Episode:

                  Join us next month for another grace-filled conversation as we continue exploring what it looks like to create faithfully in every season.

                   

                  Special Thanks:

                  This episode was produced by and made possible through the support of Wildfire Creative—helping creators find clarity and confidence to spread their message like wildfire.

                   

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