Episode 100 of You Are Significant — and I couldn’t imagine a more meaningful guest.

My dear friend Laura Ard is back.

One year ago, she came on this podcast just after losing her husband. We talked about grief, shock, and surviving the unthinkable. Today, one year later, she returns to share what life really looks like after loss.

This conversation is honest. Raw. Hopeful.

Laura opens up about:

• Walking through the first year of grief

• Facing her sugar addiction and choosing to break the cycle

• Taking responsibility for her health after years of caregiving

• Losing over 25 pounds and reclaiming her strength

• Supporting her daughter, now one year sober and living at home

• Finding joy again — not because the pain disappeared, but because she chose growth

• Investing in herself and stepping into her calling as a 180 Method Life Coach

This episode isn’t about “starting over.”

It’s about refinement.

It’s about picking up the pieces and building something stronger.

It’s about choosing to become better, not bitter.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Can I rebuild after loss?

Can I break an addiction at this stage of life?

Can my family story change?

Can I still grow after heartbreak?

This conversation will encourage you.

Grief may mark you.

But it does not have to define you.

You are still significant. 

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Have you ever felt like you didn’t sign up for the battle you’re in… yet here you are?

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the word God gave me for this year—and it’s not about striving, fixing, or proving anything. It’s one powerful word: STAND.

We’ll talk about why you don’t get to choose every challenge that comes your way, but you do get to choose your position, your posture, and your response. This episode is an invitation to stop retreating, stop wavering, and stop fighting from exhaustion—and instead stand firm in truth, faith, and obedience.

We’ll also unpack:

• Why rebuking the enemy out loud matters

• The danger of emptying your life without refilling it with God’s Word

• How worship and Scripture protect your mind, heart, and home

• What it looks like to intentionally stand in a world that wants you silent, distracted, or defeated

As we begin Season 3 of You Are Significant, my prayer is simple: that you would stand—against fear, against lies, against the fiery darts meant to take you out—and that you would fill your life with what is good, holy, and life-giving.

Will you stand too my friend.

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Welcome to Season Three of You Are Significant, where real stories awaken you to your God-given purpose and significance.

In this special episode, Darlene Lee is joined by returning guest Marsha McKeegan, joining from Africa, where she’s visiting her daughter and grandchildren. Together, Darlene and Marsha share a powerful conversation about divine connections, obedience, spiritual growth, and the Holy Spirit meeting us right where we are.

You’ll be encouraged to embrace intentional growth, step into new training seasons, and practice gratitude through simple “I will” statements that can transform your mindset and faith.

The episode closes with a prayer over the listener—inviting God’s presence, peace, and purpose into her life.

You were created on purpose, for a purpose.
You are significant.

More about Marsha:

Marsha Allison McKeegan is a passionate advocate for the power of God’s truth to bring hope and encouragement to all.  Her journey of overcoming abuse, divorce, and depression, through His beautiful promises and truths shaped her into a source of inspiration for many.  God’s love and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit have revealed to her just how precious and significant she is in His eyes.  

Marsha is a sought-after motivational speaker for events, churches, conferences, and more.  She goes live on her Facebook page every Monday morning at 8:30am central time, offering messages of hope and encouragement to uplift those facing life’s challenges.  Her sessions resonate with people from all walks of life, providing solace when the path is difficult and strength when mountains seem insurmountable. 

Invite Marsha to be a guest speaker at your next event, conference or group gathering to experience her inspiring messages firsthand. 

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Mid-January can feel like the messy middle—when motivation fades, routines feel harder, and you start wondering if you’re still “on track.” In this episode of You Are Significant, Darlene reminds you of a powerful truth: your strength doesn’t come from striving—it comes from God.

This episode is an encouragement to stay grounded in peace instead of pressure, grace instead of perfection, and faith instead of fear. You’ll be reminded that progress doesn’t always look fast, but it does look faithful.

Inside this episode, we talk about:

• Why mid-January is often the hardest part of the journey

• Letting go of hustle and staying rooted in God as your source

• How small, simple habits create real momentum

• Why peace is not weakness—but evidence of trust

• Staying in motion even when things take longer than expected

• Scripture-based encouragement to help you stay strong and steady

With practical examples, relatable life moments, and powerful scripture—including Ephesians 3:20, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 8:31, and Psalm 18—this episode will help you refocus, simplify, and keep moving forward with confidence.

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What does it really mean to believe—especially when life feels uncertain?

In this episode, we reflect on Hebrews 11:1 and explore why belief isn’t just for children, holidays, or fairy tales—but a daily, intentional choice for adults walking by faith.

Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not yet seen—but what happens when hope feels risky, belief feels fragile, or you’re tired of waiting for proof?

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why belief often feels easier as a child than as an adult

• How faith is required before clarity, confidence, or results

• Why belief must come before action

• The three key areas where belief shapes your life: relationships, health, and money

• How to choose one area to fully trust God with in this season

This is an invitation to stop waiting for permission, proof, or certainty—and to choose faith anyway.

If belief feels hard right now, you’re not alone. Faith doesn’t require perfection—only willingness.

 Listen in, reflect, and ask yourself: What am I choosing to believe this year?

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Faith, Boundaries, and Letting God Handle It

Have you ever thought, “She is so mad at me,” and felt that knot in your stomach? Especially during the holidays, relationship tension, unmet expectations, and fear of disappointing others can steal our peace and joy.

In this episode, we talk honestly about how to be happier—not by fixing people or forcing outcomes, but by releasing control and trusting God with what you were never meant to carry.

You’ll hear four faith-centered keys to finding peace and happiness:
✨ Letting go of expectations and outcomes
✨ Releasing control and allowing God to lead
✨ Praying more and worrying less
✨ Choosing faith—even when relationships feel hard

This gentle, hope-filled conversation will help you breathe easier, stop overthinking, and rest in God’s care—during the holidays and in everyday life.

📖 Be sure to check the show notes for a printable Scripture Sheet to reflect on and keep close this season.

You are not alone. You are deeply loved. And it’s okay to choose peace.

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What if Thanksgiving became more than a holiday — but a way of living?

In this episode, Darlene breaks down the word THANKSGIVING into a powerful spiritual and emotional framework for Christian women who want to feel grounded, peaceful, healthy, and significant again.

Together, we explore:
*Trusting God’s timing
*Honoring your body with kindness

*Setting boundaries without guilt
*Remembering who you are in Christ — not what you do

*Inviting joy back into daily life

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this conversation will breathe gratitude, hope, and gentle transformation into your week.

Because friend — you are seen, loved, called, and deeply significant.

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The holidays can be joyful, busy, emotional, and overwhelming all at once. But what if this year could be different? What if the holidays became a season where you not only get through… but truly grow through?

In this uplifting episode of You Are Significant, Darlene invites you to enter the holiday season with one powerful intention: LOVE as your foundation.

You’ll hear how to:
Stay present and savor the moments that brighten your days
Create meaningful memories rooted in love, not pressure
Release criticism, disappointment, and unrealistic expectations
Let God’s love flow through you into every room you enter

Build momentum and confidence during the holidays that carries you into the winter months
Keep your heart warm, grounded, and joyful even as the days grow shorter

This episode reminds us that love is not just something we give, it’s something we ARE. And when you choose to live from that identity, love becomes the steady flame that lights your way through every season.

If this message encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs hope and warmth today. And be sure to follow the show so you never miss an episode.

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Yolanda D. Turner is a devoted woman of God with a heart for building meaningful relationships and inspiring others through her faith journey. A best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and intercessor of prayer, she shares messages of healing, empowerment, and God’s unconditional love but this is not where she started.

As the founder of Ladies Adorned by Christ & Empowered (LACE), she helps others embrace their God-given identity and purpose. A survivor turned overcomer, Yolanda’s story is proof that we are fearfully and wonderfully made—no longer victims, but victorious through Christ.

 Tune in for encouragement, prayer, and real conversations that restore hope and strengthen faith.

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The 12 Steps aren’t just for addiction recovery—they’re a biblical path to healing and peace. In this episode, Darlene shares how to process grief, hurt, and guilt in a healthy, God-centered way. Learn how releasing what’s been weighing you down opens the door to restoration, renewed energy, and deeper trust in God. 

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