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Episode Description
What if the key to overcoming overwhelm isn't doing more — it's looking up? Anna sits down with Kristin Kurtz, founder of New Wings Coaching and host of the Hope Unlocked podcast, for a warm, real, and wonder-filled conversation about rediscovering joy in the middle of hard seasons. From butterflies to eagles to dimes on the ground, Kristin shares how slowing down and noticing the small things can completely reframe your perspective — and unlock a life of genuine gratitude and Kingdom purpose.
Key Points
Slow down to see God in the details. Moving too fast means missing the ways God is tapping you on the shoulder — through nature, people, small signs, and divine appointments.
Seasons of hiddenness are productive. Like a butterfly in a cocoon, seasons where you feel hidden or "unproductive" are often where the deepest transformation happens. Your DNA is intact — you're being put back together.
Redefine success. Ask daily: Lord, what does success look like in your eyes today? Showing up — even imperfectly — is often the answer.
The interruptions are often the assignment. The person at the grocery store, the unexpected call — don't be so focused on your agenda that you miss what God actually sent you there for.
Chin check. Keep your head up — literally and spiritually. Heads-down posture creates depression in the body and closes your eyes to what's around you. Gideon's 300 warriors were chosen partly because they kept their chins up while drinking.
Practice "10 Thankfuls" daily. Even on the hardest days, find 10 things to be grateful for — even the eraser on a pencil or 5 seconds of sunshine.
Find your "God nuggets." Don't let a day pass without identifying at least one blessing — a Godwink, a verse that kept appearing, a moment of unexpected grace.
Ask God to activate your wonder. Pray: Lord, activate the wonder in me. Then ask: What do I actually love? Especially if you've been in an overwhelmed season and lost touch with yourself.
Scriptures Referenced
James 1:2–4 — "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness…that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."
Romans 8:28 — All things work together for good.
Psalm 34:5 — "Those who look to Him are radiant; their faces shall not be covered with shame."
The hymn "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" is also referenced.
Journey App — Kristin's journaling app where she tracks daily thankfuls and photos of small blessings
Wilderness Fellowship, Wisconsin — A prayer cabin retreat Kristin recommends for time alone with God in nature
Instagram: @renew.wings
Website: http://newwingscoaching.net
Hope Unlocked Podcast — Kristin's podcast; catch Anna McLaughlin's guest episode here -https://hopeunlocked.buzzsprout.com/1978234/episodes/19150322-she-looked-successful-so-why-did-her-soul-feel-trapped-with-anna-mclaughlin
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MUSIC CREDITS
Theme music: Brave New World
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Artist: Fantoms
Inspiring Hopeful
Audio source: Jamendo
Artist: Aliaksei Yukhnevich
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