By Merritt Onsa: Dream Coach | Faith-based Business Owner | Christian Entrepre
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Find the show notes here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/317
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Do you have to be on social media to attract the people your dream is meant to serve?
My guest Mary Kathryn Tiller—a writer and co-founder of “Writing Off Social”—is here to share her transformative journey of leaving social media behind. “Writing Off Social” empowers Christian women writers to grow their audience without the burnout that comes with being on social media.
Packed with practical tips, faith-based insights, and inspiring reflections on community and God’s timing, this episode offers a refreshing take on balancing modern technology with your life’s calling. Tune in for a profound conversation that challenges conventional wisdom about building your platform on social media.
In this episode Mary Kathryn shares:
🚶♀️The emotional toll of social media and practical steps for leaving without losing your audience,
✨ The important role your faith plays in guiding these decisions, and
💡 How to build community and find support beyond social platforms.
Today’s episode is sure to encourage and challenge you. Listen in to discover how Mary Kathryn and other writers have thoughtfully and prayerfully shifted their focus away from social media to find life-giving ways to grow an audience for their dreams.
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/316
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Are insecurities keeping you from pursuing a dream?
Former child actress Wendi Lou Lee had often wondered if God could use her role in the cast of Little House on the Prairie to reach people with the gospel. But doubt and insecurity stood in the way of her doing anything about it.
It wasn’t until she was recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor that Wendi finally began to embrace the opportunity to use her platform as a cast member share her story of God’s goodness through difficulty.
It started with a shift in perspective that was amplified by a simple question from her sister. She decided it was time to live her life differently, which led to writing her memoir, attending a writer’s conference, and then, beginning to gather Little House fans every week through live video.
In this episode she shares:
💡 the shift in perspective that ignited the flame for her quiet dream,
✨ how she battled insecurities by taking repeated action, and
❤️ how you can trust God’s ability to use your unique story and circumstances to bless others and make himself known.
Listen in to discover how Wendi’s faith and vulnerability transformed her life and connected her with believers and non-believers alike. Don’t miss this compelling story of faith, resilience, and divine purpose.
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/315
💥 This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers – a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources that will help you bring your God-shaped dream to life!
Click to learn more and join here: merrittonsa.com/dreambelievers Let’s Go After Our Dreams Together! 💥
Are you ready to invest in yourself for the sake of your dream?
Does it feel like investing in yourself is selfish? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into why self-investment is actually a form of stewardship, preparing you for the unique role God has designed for you.
Tune in to gain practical insights, biblical wisdom, and inspiration to start investing in your dream today—including testimonials from women who have taken the leap of faith to get the support they need for their God-shaped dreams.
If you’re a Christian woman with a big dream, this episode is your invitation to embrace a new way of looking at how to be a responsible steward of what God has given you.
In this episode you’ll learn:
💫 Why investing in yourself is stewardship not selfishness
🔍 Practical Tips for finding extra money to support your dream
💡 What happens when you embrace the reality that you don’t have to figure everything out on your own.
Plus, I’ll introduce you to my Dream Believers Community, where you can find support and encouragement you need from fellow dreamers so you can stay the course when the responsibility of carrying this dream feels way beyond your abilities.
Join us and discover how and why it’s important to steward your dream by investing in yourself. Let’s dive in!
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Join the Dream Believers community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life!
Click to learn more and register before the doors close on August 29th: merrittonsa.com/dreambelievers
Let’s Go After Our Dreams Together!
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/314
💥 This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers – a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life! 💥
Register for the free “Start Your Dream in 30 Days” workshop coming up on August 22nd. RSVP at: merrittonsa.com/workshop and Let’s Go Together!
How disciplined do you need to be to take on a big dream?
You’d never guess it by looking from the outside in, but discipline is not one of my top strengths—it’s not even in the top 30! If “lack of discipline” is one of the reasons you’re holding off on pursuing a dream, listen in for another way to look at what it means to “be disciplined.”
Tune in to gain practical insights, biblical wisdom, and inspiration to persevere even through setbacks. If you’re a Christian woman with big dreams, this episode is your roadmap to embracing a new way of being disciplined so you can make tangible progress.
In this episode you’ll learn:
💫 3 myths that confuse our understanding of what it means to be disciplined
💃 Ways even an undisciplined person can build a habit of discipline
💡 Practical tips for how to apply everyday discipline to pursuing a God-shaped dream
Plus, I’ll introduce you to the Dream Believers Community, where you can find support and encouragement you need from fellow dreamers so you can stay the course when the dream feels beyond your abilities.
Join us and discover how discipline can be your hidden strength on the path to fulfilling your God-shaped dreams. Let’s dive in!
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Be sure to RSVP for the free workshop on August 22nd so you can Start Your Dream in 30 Days! Register here: merrittonsa.com/workshop. Then, show up on Thursday, August 22nd, and find your courage with other dreamers who are on the journey too!
Let’s get started! Click play and get ready to pursue your dream!
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/313
💥 This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers – a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life! Beginners are welcome!! 💥
Join us by attending a free workshop on August 22nd so you can “Start Your Dream in 30 Days.” RSVP at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and Let’s Go Together!
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Have big dreams but feel uncertain how to begin?
This week on the Devoted Dreamers podcast we are exploring a mindset shift that will help you begin with ease and clarity. My goal, by the end of this solo episode, is that you would know you already have what you need to get started. So pop in your earbuds, put on your walking shoes and let’s figure out what you’re capable of! (I already know the answer: A lot more than you realize!)
Plus, I’ll introduce you to the Dream Believers Community, where you can find support and encouragement you need from fellow dreamers so you can stay the course when the dream feels beyond your abilities.
Tune in for inspiration and actionable steps to confidently walk into your dream, knowing that with faith and community, you are more capable than you think.
In this episode you’ll learn:
⚡The secret to beginning something new when you feel unqualified,
💫 The power of recognizing and embracing your inherent gifts and talents, and
🪜 Practical steps to help you start right where you are today.
Get ready to find courage as you build an enduring support system of friends to labor alongside you, together, begin taking action steps toward your God-shaped dreams.
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Before you go, RSVP for my free workshop on August 22nd so you can Start Your Dream in 30 Days! Register for the workshop here: merrittonsa.com/dreamco. Then, show up on Thursday, August 22nd, and find your courage with other dreamers who are on the journey too!
Let’s get started! Click play and get ready to pursue your dream!
Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Let’s Chat
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/312
How will you find balance between your dreams and your kids’ school routines?
Amidst the flurry of back-to-school preparations, are you also quietly pondering what this season holds for your personal dreams? If you’re a mom with kids still living at home, your routines (and theirs) are likely about to shift big time!
For some, you’ll have more free time than you’ve had in years. (<- This was me as my youngest went off to full-day kindergarten last year!) Or maybe you’ll have less time because your middle school and not-yet-driving high school aged kids have activities that put you in the driver's seat (for hours and days on end).
You may feel tempted to begin assembling a plan for your dream as the seasons shift. But before you do that, let’s hit “pause” and unpack what is really needed other than just more time to work on your dream.
In this solo episode you’ll learn about:
🕰️Giving yourself time to transition if you’re sending kids back to school soon
💡Creating space for your dreams if you don’t have a lot of time to yourself
⚡How to overcome fear and doubt as you’re getting ready to take action
This episode is packed with encouragement and practical insights for managing a dream during any season of transition.
Let’s get started! Click play and get ready to pursue your dreams!
✨ Start Your Dream in 30 Days – FREE Workshop✨
You're invited to a free workshop for Christian women who want to nurture God-given gifts, replace competition with curiosity, fight lies with truth and bring your God-shaped dreams to life.
August 22, 2024 – pick the best time for you:
Workshop #1 at 9am Pacific / Noon Eastern
OR
Workshop #2 at 1pm Pacific / 4pm Eastern
Register here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/dreamco
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Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/311
💥 This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers – a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life! 💥
Beginners are welcome!! Join the Dream Believers waitlist at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and Let’s Go Together!
What if you started asking better questions about your God-shaped dream?
This week we’re diving into the essential art of asking better questions to propel your God-shaped dream forward.
In this solo episode, I’ll share how switching from fear-inspired “what if” questions to more productive, actionable questions can bring you closer to your dream. We’ll explore the importance of identifying what you can control, leaning into God, and walking this path in community with others who share your faith and dedication.
Plus, I’ll introduce you to the Dream Believers Community, where you can find support and encouragement from fellow dreamers to stay the course when the dream feels beyond your abilities.
You’re going to learn:
⚡ How to shift from fear-based questions to faith-fueled questions,
🪜 Practical steps to reframe your mindset, and
💫 The transformative power of a shared experience with other women on the dreamer journey.
Get ready to reframe all of your “what-if” questions so you can gain clarity and take actionable steps toward the big dreams God has placed on your heart.
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Before you go, join the waitlist for the Dream Believers community at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and join a group of like-minded women who are going after their dreams TOGETHER!
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Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Let’s Chat
Join the Facebook Community
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MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/310
💥 This episode is brought to you by Dream Believers – a new virtual community for inspiration, accountability & practical resources to bring your God-shaped dream to life! 💥
Beginners are welcome!! Join the waitlist at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and let’s Go Together!
Do you lack the free time to make your God-shaped dream a reality?
It’s difficult to imagine when you’ll find a moment to type out the next chapter of your book, or plan that event you’ve been dreaming up, or really give serious thought to the business idea swimming around in your head.
Whether it’s the demands of daily life, a family member in need, a crisis in your community, or an unexpected illness, “free time” is elusive. And because your dream isn’t urgent, it always gets pushed to the backburner when “real life” demands rise to the surface—yet again.
Pop in your earbuds to learn:
⚡ A simple framework to help you find focused time for your dream,
❤️ Practical steps for staying consistent amidst a busy life, and
💫 The shift in perspective needed so you don’t give up.
Get ready to step outside your comfort zone and tackle the time constraints of your life, so you can say “yes” to the big dreams God has placed on your heart.
Before you go, join the waitlist for the Dream Believers community at: merrittonsa.com/dreamco and surround yourself with like-minded women who are going after their dreams TOGETHER!
Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Let’s Chat
Join the Facebook Community
Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts/iTunes
Subscribe: on Apple Podcasts * on Android
MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find the show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/309
This episode is brought to you by the Dream Believers virtual community. Get on the waitlist to be notified when the doors are open to new members: https://merrittonsa.com/dreamco
What story have you been living in?
At 17 years old, Cassandra Smith was living in silence, withdrawn from others, and facing a severe mental health crisis. Never did she imagine that years later she would give keynotes and TEDx talks, write books, lead mentorship programs, and create more than 200 downloadable resources to rally around the power of living your story to the fullest.
Cassandra is passionate about mental health wellness, believing people are not defined by what has happened to them in their life but rather where they want to go. Her core message comes from asking the question: “What would your life look like if you were to take back the pen to the story of your life?”
The encouragement she brings comes from her personal story of moving out of darkness and into the light of believing God’s truth and stepping into a big dream He had given her.
Listen in and discover how you can learn to trust the Lord despite fear and how that’s just the beginning of changing the narrative of your life’s story.
In this episode she shares:
💡 how our dreams come alive through the everyday moments,
✨ practical advice on overcoming fear so you can find your voice, and
❤️ how building a support network is essential in navigating the uncertainty (and the meltdowns) that come when you start to pursue a dream
This inspiring podcast episode is for any Christian woman in search of encouragement about how to use your skills, talents, and life experience for the big dreams God has planted in your heart.
Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Book a Discovery Call
Get Connected with the Dreamers Facebook Community
Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts/iTunes
Subscribe: on Apple Podcasts * on Android
MORE ABOUT THE DEVOTED DREAMERS PODCAST: Produced by Jonathan R. Clauson. Theme music by Reaktor Productions. Ad music by Komiku.
Find show notes here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/308
💥 This episode is brought to you by the Devoted Dreamers Community Conversation call held on the last Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM Pacific / 1:30 PM Eastern. 💥
Register for free here: https://merrittonsa.com/connect
Are you ready to uncover the secret weapon for chasing your God-shaped dream?
If the obstacles between you and your dream feel overwhelming, it might be time for a game-changer: Community!
In this solo episode, I dive into exactly why I believe community is essential for tackling the hurdles and confidently moving forward with your God-shaped dream. Whether your dream involves writing, speaking, leading, teaching, starting a business, or building a ministry, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips just for you.
From tackling obstacles like time and discipline to gaining clarity and momentum, community is the key. When you’re surrounded by other Jesus-loving women who also have a big dream, everyone wins because we are stronger together than we are on our own.
I also introduce you to our supportive Devoted Dreamers community and tell you how to connect this month with like-minded women who have a similar heart and are pursuing God-shaped dreams just like you.
Pop in your earbuds to learn all about:
⚡ The three obstacles that community helps eliminate,
💫 What the Bible says about strength in numbers, and
🎁 How to find the like-minded community you seek.
If you’ve ever felt the nudge to create or build something new but find yourself overwhelmed by the enormity of the dream, you’re in the right place.
Get ready to step outside your comfort zone, face those fears, and say “yes” to the big dreams God has placed on your heart. This episode is packed with encouragement and practical insights to help you on your journey. Let’s get started!
RSVP for the free monthly Community call on Zoom
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Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Let’s Chat
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Support the Podcast
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