You’re in for a treat with this powerful two-part podcast series as I sit down with my dear friend, Amy Poepping, to talk honestly about the wilderness season, those moments in life when everything familiar is stripped away, and we’re left walking through the hard.

Together, we dive into what it looks like to walk through grief, the valley, and seasons of loss, when identity feels shaken, comfort is gone, and nothing looks the way it used to. We talk about losing who we once were, sitting in the tension of the unknown, and learning how to carry faith, hope, and courage into a brand-new season.

This conversation is raw, real, and personal, turning wilderness moments into real-life faith when everything feels uncertain. If you’ve ever felt lost, stripped down, or unsure of who you’re becoming, this series is for you.

You can follow more of Amy Peopping on Instagram @amypoepping

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I had a moment with my husband and daughter that really made me stop and think. She was teaching him how to do her hair. She gave him the tools, showed him exactly what to do, and encouraged him. From there, it was up to him what he was going to do with what she gave him.

That moment sparked today’s conversation. We’re talking about what happens after you’re given the tools and the direction. Because at some point, accountability shifts, and what you do next is on you.

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I had a completely different episode planned for this week, but because of some choices I made, I didn’t record it before the weekend. And honestly? I’m grateful I didn’t.

Instead, a totally different message landed, and that’s what I’m sharing with you today.

In this episode, we settle into a little story time and unpack something the world of instant gratification rarely celebrates: slow and steady. We’re constantly told to move faster, do more, and get results now, but is that actually the best way to reach our goals?

Let's talk!

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This isn't your normal podcast episode that would come to you at the end of the year. In the last month, our world got completely turned upside down, and because of it, it made me really realize something... What will people say about me when I am no longer on this side of heaven?

That's a big question. That is a big challenge for both you and me. Let's talk about it today!

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Oh my goodness, I can hardly believe I have reached 100 episodes! Today I share with you some of the top favorites since starting the Megan May Podcast!

Thank you, as always, for your love, support, messages, and, most importantly, for sharing this podcast with others!

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This season, I am stretching kindness beyond our comfort zones. If you’re anything like me, you love doing small acts of kindness all year long, but there’s something special about going a little extra during this time of year.

But this season has challenged me more than usual. I’ve been pushed not only to keep up my usual kindness acts, but to step out of my comfort zone and take them even further. And in this week’s episode, I’m inviting you to join me in that challenge.

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We have some really exciting news to share… we finally bought a farm!

What’s wild is that on the drive home from the closing, we started talking about everything that didn’t work out over last several years… all the things that fell through, all the plans that didn’t go our way, and all the doors that closed right when we thought they were supposed to open.

And suddenly, every single “no” made perfect sense. Because each one was redirecting us and nudging us toward this place… this farm… at the perfect time.

It reminded me of that Garth Brooks line: “Some of God’s greatest gifts are unanswered prayers.”

This Thanksgiving week, I am taking a different approach. Instead of focusing solely on gratitude, we’re exploring the other side of the equation, the habits, mindsets, and relationships that are no longer serving you. Sometimes the most powerful form of self-care isn’t adding more appreciation to your life, it’s releasing what’s holding you back.

In this episode, we talk about the pages you may need to let go of so you can move forward into the next chapter of your story. Gratitude matters, but letting go matters just as much.

Lets dive in!

In this episode, I get honest about the seasons that feel like they’re breaking us. The stretches of life where it seems like we’re taking punch after punch, and no matter how hard we try, nothing moves the way we hoped. Times when progress is painfully slow, when everything feels uphill, and when our patience, strength, and optimism wear thin.

I talk about the moments when we can absorb the hits and the moments when we hit a wall so hard that the only thing we want to do is burn it all down. This conversation is about naming those feelings, normalizing them, and exploring what to do when you’re standing in frustration, disappointment, or exhaustion.

Let's dive in!

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Hey there, how’s that holiday planning going for you? Here we are, mid-November already, staring down the next month and a half with two big holidays on the horizon.

Now, I want you to really think about this for a second: how are these upcoming holidays, especially Christmas, making you feel?

Are you excited? Looking forward to it? Counting down the days until you can slow down, celebrate, and enjoy some time with loved ones?

Or... are you dreading it a little? Maybe feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just not in that “holiday spirit” everyone seems to talk about?

Here’s the thing: whichever camp you find yourself in, it’s important to notice it. And if you’re in that not-so-excited camp, that’s okay, you still have time to shift how this season feels for you.

So, in today’s episode, let’s chat about it. Let’s talk about how you’re really feeling about the holidays, why that might be, and what you can do to make this season more peaceful, joyful, and meaningful, whatever that looks like for you.

Grab a cup of coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in.

Let’s Stay Connected:

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💛 Thanks for listening, and always remember, you matter.