Can you believe it’s almost September? The ninth month of the year, the start of the fourth quarter—and the perfect time for a reset. Maybe you started 2025 with big goals, but now you’re looking around wondering, “Where did the year go? I’m not even close to where I wanted to be.” Friend, I’ve got good news: there’s still time.

In this episode, I’m sharing why September is one of my favorite times of year to get back on track and why waiting until January is a trap. We talk about the mindset shift of realizing no one is coming to save you—and why that’s actually empowering. When you take full ownership of your life, you take your power back.

I’ll also share why building self-trust is the number one predictor of your success, and how keeping the small promises you make to yourself builds unstoppable momentum. Think morning routines, daily disciplines, and honoring your own word—it’s not flashy, but it’s the stuff that moves mountains.

If you’ve been stuck waiting for permission, doubting yourself, or holding off until “next year,” this is your reminder to take action today. Don’t wait for motivation—build discipline. Your future self is counting on you, and the fourth quarter is the best time to get moving.

🎧 Listen now and step into the 4th quarter ready to win.

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• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
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Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – Welcome: Can you believe it’s almost September?
• 01:00 – Why we overestimate 5 years and underestimate 1 week
• 02:15 – No one is coming to save you (and why that’s good news)
• 04:00 – Small hinges swing big doors: the power of tiny actions
• 05:00 – Building self-trust by keeping promises to yourself
• 07:00 – Discipline over motivation: why morning routines matter
• 08:00 – Playing the long game vs. chasing short-term results
• 09:00 – Consistency, authenticity, and showing up when no one sees
• 10:30 – Living for your future self and the ripple effect of sacrifice
• 12:30 – Real-life examples of discipline turning into opportunity
• 14:00 – Story of John Shep Black: the long grind before the breakthrough
• 15:30 – Final encouragement: Start today, crush the 4th quarter, remember you are more

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

In this heartfelt episode of You Are More, Amy welcomes her friend Lydia Gessner for a powerful conversation about grief, legacy, and faith after loss. Lydia recently experienced the unexpected passing of her dad—a man who left a profound impact on her life and walk with Jesus.

Together, they talk through the raw moments of navigating death, what it means to honor someone’s legacy, and how grief can be sacred ground when you walk it with God. Lydia opens up about the memories that keep her grounded, the promises that carried her through, and the perspective that helps her live with intentional joy even in sorrow.

This is an episode for anyone who has lost a loved one—or anyone who wants to be reminded that God draws near to the brokenhearted and gives us beauty for ashes.

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• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:00 – Welcome and Lydia’s recent journey through loss
• 5:22 – The unexpected passing of her father and what that moment was like
• 12:40 – Learning to grieve with God and hold space for sadness and joy
• 18:10 – The story behind the phrase “celebration of life” and honoring her dad’s legacy
• 25:15 – Lydia’s perspective on healing, ministry, and showing up authentically
• 31:00 – The small reminders and promises that brought peace
• 37:20 – Encouragement for anyone walking through grief today

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Amy Wienands hosts Lydia Gessner who speaks with us about the grace of God through some of her darkest moments. Lydia shares how she has dealt with the loss of her Dad. She offers such a sweet perspective of how God carried her through this tremendous grief. She reminds us that there is life left to live and love left to give. This podcast is a must listen if you are walking through something similar or know someone who is. 

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Hey friends—can you believe we’re already at the end of summer?! I know the transition into a new season can stir up all kinds of feelings—uncertainty, excitement, even disappointment. That’s why I wanted to slow things down in this episode and share something that has helped me over and over again:

“When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”

We dive into a powerful parable—the story of the Chinese farmer—and how it challenged me to stop labeling every moment as good or bad, and instead trust that maybe yes, maybe no, it’s all working for my good. 💫

I also share one of my favorite mindset shifts: the story of Acres of Diamonds. So often, we’re chasing what we think we’re missing, when the very thing we need is right in front of us. Whether it’s your marriage, your kids, your job, or your health, there’s treasure right under your feet—you just have to shift your perspective to see it.

You’ll hear stories from my week, reminders about getting out of a victim mindset, and the importance of speaking life over your “I have to’s” by turning them into “I get to’s.”

So if you’ve been stuck in comparison, discouragement, or chasing something that’s always just out of reach, this episode is your reminder that you already have what you need. Flip the narrative. Speak life. Trust the timing. You truly are more.

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – Welcome: End of summer reflections
• 01:00 – Parable of the Chinese farmer: Maybe yes, maybe no
• 03:30 – How pressure sets you up for launch
• 04:45 – Every blessing has contrast
• 06:00 – Perspective shift: “I have to” → “I get to”
• 07:00 – Story: Thanking God during a hot, muggy walk
• 08:00 – The woman who complained—and what it revealed
• 08:30 – Acres of Diamonds: The danger of chasing what you already have
• 10:00 – Where the grass is really green (hint: it’s where you water it)
• 11:30 – Serving others to rediscover joy
• 12:30 – How Ruth Ann taught Amy about the joy of giving
• 13:30 – Don’t resist your struggle—accept it and take your power back
• 14:30 – A message for those chasing results: Focus on who you're becoming
• 15:30 – Life isn’t happening to you, it’s happening for you
• 16:00 – Why perspective plays a huge role in healing and growth
• 17:00 – Stop chasing and start showing up where your feet are
• 18:00 – Speak what God says: "He perfects that which concerns me"
• 19:00 – Reframe every frustration: Maybe yes, maybe no
• 20:00 – You have acres of diamonds in your own backyard
• 20:30 – Final encouragement: Flip the narrative—you are more

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Hey friends, Amy here! We’re officially in August and if you’re like me, you might’ve had moments this year where you thought, “I really expected more by now.” Maybe you’ve been pressing in, praying, hoping—and the change hasn’t shown up yet. If that’s you, I want to remind you of one powerful truth: your faith matters.

This episode is a charge to your spirit. A reminder that faith is not passive—it’s a force. It’s the thing the enemy is actually after. He doesn’t care about your house, your job, or your finances. He’s after your belief—because your faith has the power to move mountains.

I talk about how we build faith like a muscle—through the Word, through community, through what we feed our minds and speak from our mouths. I share how your friends of faith matter more than you think, and how easy it is to accidentally feed fear instead. But you don’t have to stay stuck. You can rise.

We also get real about fiery seasons—the kind you barely survive. I share a powerful moment with a friend who walked through the fire and came out not even smelling like smoke. That’s the kind of legacy a life of faith leaves: one that ripples, transforms, and overcomes.

So if your soul needs a reset, if your vision feels cloudy, or if fear has been too loud lately—press play. This is your reminder that you’re here for more, and that the same God who parted the seas lives in you.

Connect With Us:

• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – What to do when life looks different than you expected
• 01:00 – Why the enemy is after your faith, not your stuff
• 02:30 – Faith is a force: it changes everything
• 03:30 – Building your faith muscle starts in the Word
• 05:00 – What to do when the Bible feels overwhelming
• 06:00 – Speaking God’s promises over your situation
• 07:00 – Fear vs. Faith: the two forces shaping your life
• 08:30 – Everyone has fear—here’s how to confront it
• 09:30 – The power of faith-filled friendships
• 10:30 – Speak with a “see-through” mentality
• 12:00 – The fire won’t consume you: the story of Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego
• 13:00 – You’re on this earth to win
• 14:30 – Speak to the mountain—don’t just report it
• 16:00 – Fear paralyzes; faith mobilizes
• 17:00 – Final encouragement: you’re made for more

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Hey friend, it’s Amy here — and I’m so excited to bring you today’s episode because it’s a message straight from my heart. I had the honor of speaking this word at church, and now I’m sharing it here on the podcast because I believe it’s a timely encouragement for YOU.

We’re living in a world full of noise, fear, and uncertainty—but here’s what I’ve learned: when you understand the power of your words, everything changes. Your voice is not just for casual conversation. It’s a weapon. It’s how you shift atmospheres. It’s how you align with Heaven and break off lies from the enemy.

In this sermon, I walk through some of the most important lessons I’ve learned about faith, obedience, and the power of speaking the Word of God out loud—especially in moments where it would be easier to stay silent. I share stories from my own life, the weight of prophetic words spoken over me, and how I had to learn to fight forward, not shrink back.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, weary, or unsure of what God is doing in your life, this message is for you. I pray it breathes courage back into your spirit and reminds you that you are more powerful than you think—especially when you start declaring what God says about you.

💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why your voice carries spiritual weight
• How obedience unlocks breakthrough
• What happens when you partner with the Word (instead of fear)
• A powerful reminder: You are not behind—God is always on time
• Encouragement to stand up, speak out, and step in to your assignment

🎧 Press play on this one when you need a fresh dose of truth and fire in your bones. I promise—you’ll walk away changed.

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• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – Welcome + Amy shares where this message came from
• 02:14 – "You are not behind" – a word for those feeling delayed
• 05:40 – The spiritual power of your voice
• 08:22 – The battle is in the mind before it's ever in the world
• 11:30 – Obedience vs comfort: what moves Heaven
• 14:45 – A personal story: Amy shares her own moment of surrender
• 18:10 – Why silence can partner with the enemy
• 21:36 – "I was born for this" – remembering your assignment
• 24:55 – The moment Amy chose to speak when it was hard
• 27:18 – Faith must be exercised out loud
• 29:59 – God is not waiting on perfection—He's waiting on yes
• 33:05 – Declare the truth even when you don't feel it
• 36:40 – Closing encouragement + activation

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

On this solo episode, Amy takes us deep into one of the most underrated yet transformational leadership tools: authenticity. If your family, business, or personal life feels off-course, this episode delivers a clear and heartfelt message—real change starts with real connection. Through personal stories, leadership wisdom, and honest truth bombs, Amy shows us how to shift our culture, build trust, and multiply impact by showing up as our whole, vulnerable, and real selves.

This episode is raw. It's timely. And it’s one every leader, parent, business owner, or purpose-driven soul needs to hear.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

• Why authenticity is the #1 leadership hack and culture shifter
• How to reclaim your power by taking radical personal responsibility
• Why distraction is stealing your connection—and what to do about it
• How authentic conversations transform teams, marriages, and families
• What happens when you lead from the trenches instead of the pedestal

Authenticity isn’t about oversharing—it’s about leading with heart, vulnerability, and truth. This episode is your reminder that you are more—more capable, more loved, and more impactful than you realize. Start by owning your story, showing up real, and leaning into connection. That’s where the gold is.

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• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:00 – Intro: The #1 thing that changes culture in your life and leadership
• 1:00 – The vibrational power of authenticity: why it's stronger than love or fear
• 2:00 – Why true leadership starts with transparency and being in the trenches
• 3:00 – Multiplication and impact are tied to human connection
• 4:00 – The radical shift: taking responsibility to take your power back
• 5:00 – The trap of blame—and the liberation of looking in the mirror
• 6:00 – Presence over performance: how to show up in a distracted world
• 7:00 – Every area of your life reflects your inner state—here’s how to change it
• 8:00 – Business, family, and leadership all thrive on authentic conversations
• 9:00 – Vulnerability invites unity: why your honesty brings others closer
• 10:00 – Relationships grow in truth, not perfection
• 11:00 – The call: move out of fear, step into authenticity, and watch life change
• 12:00 – Final encouragement: You are more—be the lighthouse, live raw and real

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Hey friends, it’s Amy! Today’s episode is something really special—a heartfelt roundtable with three women who know what it’s like to walk through fire and still find their way to peace, purpose, and healing on the other side.

We talk about real-life pain. Divorce, betrayal, heartbreak, identity loss, and the long, slow process of rebuilding a life when the one you had crumbles. But this isn’t a story of staying stuck—this is a story of restoration. Of women who chose not to let bitterness define them. Of holding on to faith even when it felt like everything else fell apart.

This episode is tender, honest, and full of those moments that make you feel like you’re sitting around a table with your closest friends—laughing, crying, nodding along, and feeling seen. Whether you’re in the middle of your own hard season or looking back at one you’ve walked through, I believe this conversation will encourage your heart in the deepest way.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why slowing down is not failure—it’s where healing begins
• How to be honest about pain while still holding onto hope
• The difference between fixing and healing
• Encouragement for women learning to live with open hands
• Why God is not afraid of your mess, your process, or your questions

Connect With Us:

• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

This is an episode to bookmark, share with a friend, and come back to whenever you need to remember that healing is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Introducing Today’s Roundtable
• 01:47 – Life after betrayal: “I never thought I’d be here…”
• 05:20 – The power of vulnerability: letting people into your pain
• 08:55 – When healing feels slow (and why that’s okay)
• 13:10 – What divorce taught us about God’s character
• 16:32 – Rebuilding your identity when it’s been shattered
• 20:45 – Letting go of shame and embracing grace
• 24:18 – When your plans fall apart: trusting the process
• 28:01 – God is not surprised by your story
• 31:00 – How community carried us through
• 34:20 – The tension between grief and gratitude
• 38:02 – Final encouragement: you’re not broken, you’re becoming
• 40:11 – A prayer for the woman in the middle of the storm
• 41:43 – Closing thoughts & how to connect

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Hey friends, it's Amy! You know I always come in hot with faith—because let’s be real, we are nothing without it. In this episode, I’m sharing from my heart about what it really means to live by faith when things don’t look like they’re changing. When the breakthrough isn’t showing up yet. When your emotions are a mess. When logic says, “No way.”

I’m talking about anchored faith—the kind that roots you when life shakes you.

We dive into what it means to speak faith, think faith, and be faith in action. I share some personal moments when I had to choose faith over fear, even when everything in me wanted to retreat. I promise, if you’ve been feeling stuck or weary, this one will stir your spirit and help you stand firm.

In this episode, I share:

• Why faith is a decision, not a feeling
• How your words are creating your future—so let’s align them with Heaven
• What the Bible really means when it says “the just shall live by faith”
• How to renew your mind daily and kick fear out
• Why your breakthrough is often one act of obedience away
  
  

If you’re feeling pressed or like you’ve lost your footing, this is your reminder: You were made for this. Don’t quit. Speak faith. Stand in it. And watch God move.

You’re not alone—and you’re not behind. Let’s keep walking by faith, not by sight. 🙌

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• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Today’s Faith-Filled Focus
• 01:42 – Faith Is a Decision, Not a Feeling
• 03:15 – When the Fight Comes to Your Door
• 04:50 – The Power of Words and Renewing Your Mind
• 06:20 – What the Bible Says About Faith in the Fire
• 08:00 – Speak Faith, Even When You Feel Fear
• 09:45 – Faith Is Voice-Activated: Release God’s Power
• 11:30 – Renewing Your Mind Daily: A Kingdom Mandate
• 13:05 – Personal Story: Learning to Stand in Faith Through Adversity
• 15:40 – Why We Must Choose Truth Over Feelings

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Do you ever wake up feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts? In this episode, Amy brings a powerful word about mastering your mind and taking back authority over your thoughts by aligning them with the truth of God’s Word.

From the moment we open our eyes, we are bombarded with fear, lack, limitation, and defeat. But what if we could learn to stop those thoughts in their tracks? Amy shares how your thoughts shape your words—and your words shape your world. Whether you’re facing discouragement, financial pressure, or family strain, this episode is a reminder that you can speak your way into victory.

You’ll hear practical encouragement on how to renew your mind daily, why it's important to confess scripture out loud, and how to develop mental resilience like working a muscle. If you're in a season of spiritual warfare or waiting for breakthrough, this is your go-to episode for hope and strategy.

Connect With Us:

• Website: https://www.youaremore.com
• Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 – The war over your mind: how negative thoughts sneak in
• 01:30 – Why the enemy studies you and targets your thought life
• 03:45 – The connection between thoughts, words, and spiritual authority
• 05:10 – “Say not…” — how our words sabotage breakthrough
• 06:50 – Prosperity as wholeness: what God really wants for you
• 08:30 – The law of reproduction: you're always sowing seeds
• 10:00 – How to get a promise for every problem
• 11:45 – Building spiritual muscle by renewing your mind
• 13:00 – Time, tests, and the fruit of speaking truth
• 15:00 – A daily practice: wash your mind with the Word
• 16:30 – Shouting “Grace!” over your mountain
• 18:00 – You are created for more, and you are more

Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!