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Season 4, Episode 10 - Living Your 4000 Weeks

How many weeks do you have left? Today’s episode takes a deep dive into Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals and what it means for clergy, caregivers, and anyone who feels life slipping by while waiting for “someday.”

We’ll explore:

• The math of mortality—4,000 weeks and why it matters.
• The trap of waiting and how postponed living robs us of joy.
• Embracing our limits as a spiritual discipline, not a weakness.
• Practical shifts for living with more depth, presence, and meaning.

If you’ve ever felt stuck on autopilot, this conversation is your invitation to stop waiting and start living now.

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Season 4, Episode 9 Moving Through Approval Addiction 

Today we’re tackling one of the most hidden addictions in ministry: the need for approval. From people-pleasing to perfectionism, many clergy struggle with measuring their worth by others’ opinions. In this episode, we’ll explore why pastors are especially vulnerable, the heavy costs of approval addiction, and practical tools to break free. You’ll hear stories, research, and spiritual wisdom to help you lead with authenticity, courage, and conviction.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying “yes” when you wanted to say “no” or preaching for applause instead of truth—this episode is for you.

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Today is my birthday, and I am traveling, so we have an encore episode!  Enjoy Where We Miss The Boat in Church, 2025's highest-rated episode!

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Season 4, Episode 7 - Normalize Not Having an Opinion 

In a culture that rewards instant opinions and hot takes, this episode explores the power of saying: “I don’t know enough about that to have an opinion.” We dive into the pressure clergy face to speak on every issue, and how embracing intellectual humility can offer peace, clarity, and a stronger spiritual witness.

We’ll explore:

• Why clergy feel pressure to know and comment on everything
• How intellectual humility protects your mental and spiritual well-being
• The benefits of curiosity over certainty
• When silence is a spiritual practice, not a cop-out
• How to set boundaries around your voice—especially online
• Practical scripts for when you're not ready to weigh in
• The role of compassion and prayer even when you don’t fully understand

Resources Mentioned:

• Think Again by Adam Grant
• Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Pang
• 2017 Duke University Study on Intellectual Humility (Krumrei-Mancuso, Leary, et al.)
• Barna Group Clergy Wellness Research

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Season 4, Episode 6 - Ten Ways to Make the Fall Easier.  

Ministry doesn’t have to feel like you’re constantly sprinting uphill. In this episode, we explore 10 practical, compassionate strategies to help you create more ease, clarity, and energy in your life and leadership. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or spiritual caregiver, these tools can help you build rhythms that sustain your calling—not drain it.

📝 10 Ways to Make The Fall Easier

1. Establish Weekly Rhythms
   Create a sustainable weekly flow with dedicated days for rest, planning, and creativity.
2. Delegate What You Can
   Empower others to lead by handing off what doesn’t require your unique role.
3. Simplify Communication
   Use templates, batch work, and calendars to streamline how and when you communicate.
4. Create Repeatable Systems
   Build systems for things you do often—like visitor follow-up, funerals, or sermon prep.
5. Get Things Out of Your Head
   Use external tools to track tasks instead of trying to remember everything.
6. Set Boundaries and Protect Time Off
   Define and defend your work hours, Sabbath, and personal time.
7. Meal Plan or Simplify Food
   Reduce daily stress with simple food routines and basic prep systems.
8. Schedule One Fun or Restful Thing Each Week
   Joy and rest are essential for long-term sustainability—plan them like appointments.
9. Be Honest About What You're Making Harder
   Identify patterns or habits that add unnecessary stress—and shift gently.
10. Ask Daily: “How Can I Make This Easier?”
    Let this be your guiding question to simplify and reduce friction in life and ministry.

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Season 4, Episode 5: You’ll Never Regret It: The Three Investments Every Clergy Leader Should Make.

In this episode, we explore the three areas you’ll never regret investing in: your health, your learning, and your relationships. With practical tips, research, and reflection questions, this conversation will help you create a sustainable and joy-filled life in ministry.

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Season 4, Episode 4: Healing from Conflict – Reconciliation Strategies for Clergy 

Healing from Conflict – Reconciliation Strategies for Clergy

Conflict in ministry is unavoidable—but it doesn’t have to be the end of the story. In this episode, we explore how clergy can recover emotionally and spiritually after relational tension, staff divisions, or even a church split. Learn practical tools for processing pain, rebuilding trust, and moving forward with clarity and grace.

Includes:

• Four steps for internal healing
• When (and how) to pursue reconciliation
• Trusted books and tools for support

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Season 4, Episode 3 - Financial Self-Care: Making Money Work for Clergy

Money stress is real—and clergy aren’t exempt. In this episode, we explore the unique financial challenges clergy face and how to build healthier, more confident money habits. From maximizing your housing allowance to creating a simple, sustainable budget, you’ll walk away with practical tools to take the next faithful step in your financial wellness journey.

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Season 4, Episode 2 - When Caring Hurts: Recognizing and Recovering from Compassion Fatigue

In this episode, we explore the emotional toll that caregiving can take on clergy. Learn how to recognize the signs of compassion fatigue, understand why pastors are especially vulnerable, and discover practical ways to recover and protect your well-being. If you're feeling weary from the weight of ministry, this conversation offers hope, healing, and renewal.

Includes:

• Signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue
• Recovery tools and soul-care rhythms
• Encouragement for creating sustainable boundaries

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Season 4, Episode 1 - Back of House: The Systems That Sustain Ministry 

In this episode of The Clergy Wellness Podcast, we explore the back of house—the systems, structures, and rhythms that support sustainable ministry. From follow-up and discipleship to leadership development and pastoral care, we look at what keeps ministry healthy behind the scenes. We also tackle the difficult reality of people slipping out the back door—and how we can respond with grace and intention.

You’ll learn:

• Why clear systems reduce burnout
• How to build a layered discipleship path
• What sustainable pastoral care looks like
• Strategies to empower lay leaders
• How to care for people before they disappear

This episode is for pastors who want to lead well without doing it all. When your back of house is strong, your ministry—and your wellness—can thrive.

Resources:
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Bluesky @RevNicole.bsky.social & @clergycoaching.bsky.social

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 Ministry & Life Coaching and Social Media Management at NicoleReilley.com.
Expanding the Expedition Through Digital Ministry by Nicole Reilley at Amazon

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