The Brilliant Pause

True Rest. Where to find it? And how did this podcast begin? These and other silver linings will be explored in Chapters 16-18 of The Door Before Joy, which is a true story about journeying through uncertainty that I am reading like an audio book for season 3.

In this story, I discover four stages of uncertainty while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition. I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can stay up to date when new episodes are released.

Striving-achievers and moms/parents juggling work and family will relate to my plight. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation, HOPE and renewal.

Leaving a career and plunging into the unknown comes with new rhythms--the good, the bad and the surprising--as questions of what gives IDENTITY and PURPOSE emerge. And is it possible to encounter God in a new, intimate way?

These and other silver linings will be explored in Chapters 13-15 of The Door Before Joy, which is a true story about journeying through uncertainty that I am reading like an audio book for season 3.

In this story, I discovered four stages of uncertainty while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition. I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can stay up to date when new episodes are released.

Striving-achievers and moms/parents juggling work and family responsibilities will relate to my plight. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation, HOPE and renewal.

How does a life-long "Christian" connect with God in a new way? And when leaving a cherished career, what is the true treasure? These and other silver linings will be explored in Chapters 10-12 of The Door Before Joy, which is a true story about journeying through uncertainty that I am reading like an audio book for season 3.

In this story, I discover four stages of uncertainty while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition. I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can stay up to date when new episodes are released.

Striving-achievers and moms/parents juggling work and family will relate to my plight. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation, HOPE and renewal.

Do you wear FAITH GLASSES that your parents gave you or do you see things differently? Who are the "thirsty people?" And what kinds of seeds come from family?

These and other silver linings will be explored in Chapters 7-9 of The Door Before Joy, which is a true story about journeying through uncertainty that I am reading like an audio book for season 3.

In this story, I discover four stages of uncertainty while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition. I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can stay up to date when new episodes are released.

Striving-achievers and moms/parents juggling work and family responsibilities will relate to my plight. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation, HOPE and renewal.

When life doesn't go the way you planned, then what? How does STRESS change you? And when you get to the end of your rope, who catches you?

These are a few of the questions that arise in Chapters 4-6 of The Door Before Joy, which is a true story about journeying through uncertainty that I am reading like an audio book for season 3.

In this story, I discover four stages of uncertainty while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition. I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can stay up to date when new episodes are released.

Striving-achievers and moms/parents juggling work and family will relate to my plight. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation, HOPE and renewal.

In season 3, we explore the UPSIDE of UNCERTAINTY through story-telling. I'll read The Door Before Joy (formerly known as Dear God, WTF?). It's a true story about four stages of uncertainty I discovered while searching for purpose and meaning during a prolonged career transition, leading to a new way of living.

This episode includes the INTRODUCTION, the beloved career that started the ride, what all "achievers" can't stop looking for and what we call the horrible moments we don't plan for.

By sharing my story, I hope to encourage you in your faith journey, especially when life doesn't make sense or go the way you planned. Striving-achievers and moms (parents) juggling work and family will relate to my story well. And those seeking a closer walk with God will hopefully come away feeling renewed with peace and wonder.

I'll release three chapters at a time so FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you can get alerted when the newest episode is released.

This season falls into the category of story-telling, spiritual formation and renewal.

If this is the only episode you listen to all season, it's worth it. Cuz YOU are worth it--shining your light! And, as moms, it's important we do so, not only for our children, but for ourselves. In this season finale, we explore what it means to be shepherds to our sheep. I also summarize what prompted me to start the podcast, why it's ending, and what's next for me and, hopefully, for you too. Thank you for being on this journey of "pause" with me! While the podcast is ending, may this be the beginning of YOU tuning in, daily, and taking pause as often as possible. You're worth it!

Australian native, nutritionist and naturopath Amanda Jones gives us the skinny on how food is medicine. Not only does she give her top 3 Thanksgiving tips in this episode, but she gives great life advice especially when it comes to living with intention and believing in yourself no matter how many falls you take on the way. Amanda Jones is sharing her food wisdom and healthy recipes with all of us at www.sensitivefunctionalfoods.com.

We're talking with Melissa Robertson, #ladybossmom, who started Pepita's Preschool in her community because she saw a need and knew she could fill it. In this interview, she shares how starting a preschool wasn't her dream job, but now that she's built a great school a dream has surfaced within it. We also talk about mom-life cuz that's our world right now.

We're sitting down with Karen Hogan, a momma pal who recently left the corporate world to follow her heart's cry to trust her talent and open her own business. What fear did she have to silence in order to make this move? And did this decision help her find better work-family balance at home? Tune in and be inspired!