We got baby chicks, and like most things that start small and adorable, we didn’t think too much about what would happen when they grew up.

But then they grew. And grew. And suddenly, as we looked toward winter, we realized something: our flock was too big for our coop. There simply wasn’t enough room for all of them to comfortably make it through the next season.

So, we made the difficult decision to let eight of our chickens go to new homes.

And this little chicken situation started making me think about our own lives.

Sometimes we enter a new season and assume everything and everyone from the previous season is supposed to come with us. But what if they aren’t?

What if making room for your next season means letting something or someone go?

In this episode, we talk about our chickens, the unexpected lesson they taught me, and the uncomfortable question I think we all need to ask:

What flock of yours needs to go?

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My guest Scarlett recently became a published author with Backyard Chickens, but her story is about so much more than writing a book. In this conversation, we talk about what it looks like to take a step of faith when you don’t have all the answers and how courage isn’t something you’re simply born with; it’s something that is built through obedience.

Scarlett, owner of White Pecan Farmhouse, shares about following the nudges God placed on her heart, taking steps that stretched her beyond her comfort zone, moving forward after a very difficult season, and learning to trust God without knowing the whole picture. Sometimes, faith means taking one step at a time and trusting that the next step will become clear along the way.

Her story is powerful, honest, and inspiring, and I have a feeling you’ll feel like you’ve known Scarlett for years. I know I did! She is the kind of person who makes you feel like an instant friend.

If you’ve been waiting until you feel brave enough to take the next step, this episode is for you. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to take the next step.

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Welcome to Season 4 of The Megan May Podcast!

And yes... we're getting uncomfortable.

You might be thinking, "Gee, Megan, I'm so excited to add another thing to the million things already on my to-do list." But that's not what this season is about.

I'm not asking you to do more. I'm asking you to do what matters most.

This season is about stepping outside of your comfort zone in the areas that truly shape your life. Because let's be honest, comfort feels good. It can lull us into staying where we are, settling for what's easy instead of what's meaningful.

It's time to wake up. Not by piling more onto your plate, but by intentionally stepping into the right things, the things that lead to a stronger marriage, more intentional motherhood, better wellness, deeper faith, and a life that feels truly fulfilled.

If you're ready to stop simply checking boxes and start living with greater purpose, you're in the right place.

Welcome to Season 4.

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Here we are, 17,000+ downloads later, and I'm feeling so incredibly grateful as we wrap up Season 3 of the Megan May Podcast.

To close out the season, I'm sharing one of my favorite interviews with the one and only Abbey Graves, my amazing podcast producer who gets every raw, unfiltered edit of me. 😅

In this episode, we reflect on everything this year brought- the highs, the challenges, the growth and share a little about what you can expect in Season 4.

As always, thank you so much for your love and support. It truly means the world to me. I couldn't do this without you.

I can't wait to see you in Season 4!

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Four years into our adoption journey, I'm reflecting on what being an adoptive mom has taught me so far.

In this episode, I share how adoption is both beautiful and complex and how we navigate both right now.

I also talk about the realities of trauma and loss that are often part of adoption, and why it's so important to hold space for that. I share why I believe "to be clear is to be kind" when talking with our daughter about her story. Our children deserve honest, age-appropriate answers because honesty builds trust. My hope is that she always knows she can ask questions, share her feelings, and come to us with curiosity as she grows.

Whether you're an adoptive parent, connected to adoption in some way, or simply want to better understand the complexities of adoption, I hope this conversation encourages you in the most amazing ways.

Check out the Called to Love - An Adoption Podcast with Somer Colbert - So good!

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From the moment we moved into our farmhouse, I knew one of my favorite places would be our sunporch. But I also knew that with a full life, I would never end up there by accident. If I wanted to enjoy it, dream in it, pray in it, or simply be still in it, I would have to intentionally make time for it.

In this episode, I'm sharing why I believe we all need a space like that. A place where we can slow down enough to hear our own thoughts, sit in gratitude, dream big dreams, work through not-so-great ideas, pray, and simply be present.

Maybe your "porch" is an actual porch. Maybe it's a cozy chair in the corner of your home, your garden, or even your car before you head inside. Whatever it is, I believe those quiet, intentional moments matter more than we realize.

Some of life's biggest ideas, deepest peace, and greatest clarity are often waiting for us in the places we're too busy to sit. This episode is an invitation to find your porch and make time for it.

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In this episode, I'm sharing the emotions behind finally giving our daughter her first phone after waiting as long as we felt was right. While she was excited, I couldn't help but feel the weight of what this little device represents. It opens the door to a whole new world, one full of opportunities, but also new challenges, conversations, boundaries, and responsibilities.

I'm talking about the bittersweet emotions that come with watching our kids grow up, why we chose this season to say yes, and the intentional steps we're taking to help her navigate technology with wisdom. From setting expectations and creating healthy habits to staying connected as a family, this isn't just about giving her a phone; it's about parenting through a whole new stage.

If you're raising tweens or teens and wondering when the right time is, or you're already navigating the digital world with your kids, I hope this conversation encourages you and reminds you that you're not alone.

This Father's Day felt different for me.

In this episode, I get really raw and honest about my relationship with my dad. For much of my life, I carried disappointment because he wasn't able to give me what I needed from him. But he was my dad, and there wasn't another one I could turn to. So I grew up wishing for a different relationship than the one we actually had.

What shifted for me this Father's Day was realizing something important: my dad is genuinely happy with the life he's built. He does what he wants to do, lives the way he wants to live, and has become exactly who he is.

For a long time, I measured our relationship against what I wished it could be. But I've started to understand that my expectations weren't always aligned with what he was actually capable of giving. Just because I needed more doesn't automatically mean he failed me or that he was wrong.

That doesn't erase my needs, my hurt, or my disappointment. Those things were real. But I'm beginning to accept that he could only give from the emotional capacity he had.

And strangely, that acceptance has brought me peace.

This episode is about letting go of the relationship I hoped for, appreciating the reality of the one I have, and finding freedom in accepting my father for who he is, not who I wanted him to be.

When we think about wellness, we usually focus on the basics: sleep, exercise, nutrition, and supplements. Those things matter, but they're not the whole story.

In this episode, I explore another essential aspect of well-being: understanding how you're wired. What regulates you? What dysregulates you? Why do you respond the way you do under stress? What patterns, habits, and coping mechanisms show up when life gets challenging?

I'll share some of my own "weird" tendencies and the lessons I've learned from paying attention to them. Because the truth is, we're all weird. We all have unique ways of thinking, feeling, reacting, and navigating the world.

The more we understand our wiring, the more grace we can have for ourselves, the better we can support our nervous systems, and the more intentional we can be in our choices.

Wellness isn't just about what you do. It's also about understanding who you are.

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In this episode, I get very real and raw about how I've been feeling about myself lately. I've been spending a lot of time in my own head.

I wanted to share this because I hope it reminds you that I'm not perfect, nor do I strive to be. Just like anyone else, I have very real and very human battles that go on in my mind.

My hope is that by being honest about my own struggles, it helps someone else feel less alone in theirs. Maybe this episode will encourage you to look at the battles you're facing, identify what's really going on, and decide what you're going to do about it moving forward.

We all face challenges internally. The question is: once we recognize them, what comes next?

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