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Unhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterWhy Non-Anxious Leadership Matters More Than EverWhat does it look like to lead without being quietly driven by anxiety? In this reflective solo episode, Alan Fadling—author of A Non-Anxious Life—explores what it means to lead from peace rather than from pressure in a world marked by tension, fatigue, and uncertainty. Drawing from Scripture, spiritual formation, and years of working with Christian leaders, Alan invites listeners to consider a deeper, more durable peace—one rooted not in circumstances, but in communion with Christ. Rather than trying to eliminate anxiety, Alan offers a wiser path: learning to relocate...
2026-02-0916 min
The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina GriffinUnhurried Leadership: Power of Slowing Down in a World Obsessed With Hurry - Alan FadlingWe tend to live our lives in a dizzying rush, leaping from one task to the next without stopping to slow down and focus on or enjoy what’s in front of us. This rapid lifestyle is typical in America, but it’s not what God intended for us. Alan Fadling is the president and founder of Unhurried Living and the author of An Unhurried Leader - The Lasting Fruit of Daily Influence. He highlights the unhurried and unflustered ministry of Jesus Christ during His time on Earth. Jesus was never in a hurry. He always stopped to have conv...
2026-01-2027 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterThe Saints Did Less - Why You Should TooIn this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Alan Fadling reflects on four striking insights from Frederick Faber’s Spiritual Conferences, a classic work of Christian spiritual formation. These timeless passages speak directly into our modern struggle with busyness, pressure, and spiritual exhaustion. Alan explores the surprising rhythm of the saints who “did few things,” the invitation to savor grace rather than rush past it, the deeper measure of our work in God’s eyes, and the way hurry can cloud our vision of God. If you long for a more grounded, sp...
2026-01-1214 min
Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 381 - Alan Fadling, "A Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence"Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." Today, Michael welcomes back his friend, author and spiritual leader Alan Fadling, to dive into themes from Alan’s book, "A Non-Anxious Life." Together, they explore what it means to live with peace in a world gripped by anxiety, unpacking Alan’s personal journey from being "a master of anxiety" to learning to cultivate peace.Throughout the conversation, Alan Fadling shares how his upbringing, family dynamics, and spiritual formation shaped his experience of anxiety, illuminating the thin line between caring and worrying. The discussion touches on p...
2026-01-1236 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterLet God Bring in the TidePrayer doesn’t always move in one direction. Sometimes it feels rich and alive; other times, quiet and dry. But what if those ebbs and flows aren’t signs of failure, but signs of growth? In this episode, Alan Fadling reflects on how prayer matures—not in a straight line, but like the slow, rising tide. Drawing on insights from Leonard Boase’s 1962 classic The Prayer of Faith and the seaside story of pastor and theologian Lee Whiston, Alan explores what it means to stop trying to “bring in the tide” ourselves and instead cooperate with God’s stea...
2025-12-1512 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterHow I Begin My Day with GodWhat if your morning didn’t begin with hurry, but with holy attention? In this episode, Alan Fadling shares how simple, grounded practices help him begin each day in God’s presence. Over the years, Alan’s early “quiet time” has matured into a rhythm of relationship—an unhurried meeting with the Living God. He describes his morning flow of silence, Scripture reading, singing the psalms, praying for others, and reading spiritual classics like The Philokalia. You’ll hear how these rhythms have become daily invitations rather than obligations—ways of remembering God, l...
2025-11-1716 min
Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#29: An Unhurried Life- Alan FadlingAn Unhurried Life — with Alan FadlingIn this episode, we talk with Alan Fadling, author of An Unhurried Life, about what it really means to slow down and lead from a place of rest. Alan reminds us that hurry isn’t just about a busy schedule—it’s about a busy heart. Together we explore what it looks like to follow a relaxed Savior, lead from stillness, and embrace the slow, deep work of spiritual growth.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The difference between a disordered schedule and a disordered heart—and why hurry begins...
2025-11-0458 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterFresh Springs for a Busy LifeWhere do you turn when your soul feels thirsty? In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Alan Fadling reflects on Psalm 87:7, “All my fresh springs are in You.” We explore how God alone is our true source of renewal, even when we’re tempted to drink from counterfeit springs like busyness, control, or distraction. Drawing on the imagery of living water and daily bread, Alan shares how this one line of scripture can become a simple, grounding prayer to carry through your day. Discover how God’s presence can be a hidden well of strength in your wor...
2025-10-2015 min
Calm and Confident Leader PodcastS3- Episode 27 - Leading From Overflow - Alan FadlingWhat if the most productive thing you could do today is slow down?Most leaders are running on empty, convinced that busier equals better. But what if that equation is completely backwards? What if your anxiety isn't the fuel driving your success...it's actually burning you out?In this episode, Jason Stonehouse sits down with Alan Fadling, founder of Unhurried Living and author of An Unhurried Leader and A Non-Anxious Life, to explore a counterintuitive truth: the most influential leaders aren't the ones moving fastest. Alan helps leaders around the world rest deeper, live fuller...
2025-10-0135 min
The Do Gooders Podcast239 Slowing Down: Living at the pace of love with Alan FadlingDo you ever feel like busyness is running your life? What if slowing down could actually make you more effective in doing good? Author and spiritual director Alan Fadling talks about living unhurried—not as laziness, but as faithful discipleship. Learn why presence matters more than productivity, how Jesus' rhythms of rest and work offer a better way and what it looks like to serve from overflow instead of exhaustion. EPISODE SHOWNOTES: Read more. BE AFFIRMED. Get the Good Words email series. JOIN THE HOPEFULS. Get inside the group. WH...
2025-09-0827 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterHearing the Psalms Like Never Before (Terry Wildman)What if you could hear the Psalms and Proverbs as if for the very first time? In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Alan Fadling talks with Terry Wildman, Ojibwe and Yaqui follower of Jesus, storyteller, musician, and lead translator of the First Nations Version (FNV). Terry has spent decades sharing Creator’s story in ways that resonate with Indigenous hearts. After the widely embraced release of the FNV New Testament in 2021, he and a translation council of over 20 tribes have now brought the beauty, rhythm, and imagery of Native American storytelling to Psalms and Proverbs....
2025-09-0848 min
The Pastor's CoachEpisode 146: An Unhurried Life by Alan FadlingToday, you will hear a conversation between Ron Aguilera and Jon and Lisa Ciccarelli. Jon is the discipleship pastor at Crosswalk church in Redlands and this conversation is part one of Pastor Jon's Summer Book Club podcast series on Alan Fadling book, An Unhurried Life.
2025-07-2847 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterSilencing Anxiety: Jesus’ Path to Inner StillnessIn this popular replay episode, Alan Fadling invites us into a deeply personal and practical reflection on anxiety, rooted in themes from his new book, A Non-Anxious Life. Alan shares his own lifelong journey with anxiety—how it shows up in his thoughts, emotions, and even his body—and how Jesus has been teaching him a better way: a path of peace. You’ll hear stories of travel disruptions, anxious thoughts, and tender moments with backyard birds that reveal God's faithful, tangible care. This episode offers more than ideas—it’s an invitation to embody peace, to...
2025-07-2813 min
Deeper Experiences with GodNon-Anxious Living & Spiritual Rhythms for Peace with Alan Fadling - Deeper Experiences with God - Episode 4What if the key to a deeper, more transformative relationship with God isn’t doing more—but slowing down? In this episode of the 'Deeper Experiences with God' podcast, host Dave Ripper interviews Alan Fadling, president of Unhurried Living, about the significance of silence and rest, mastering peace, and deepening spiritual growth and leadership. Alan, an author of several books like 'A Year of Slowing Down,' 'An Unhurried Leader,' and 'A Non-Anxious Life,' discusses the foundational principles of his ministry: resting deeply, living fully, and leading effectively. They explore how to determine spiritual growth, particularly in the...
2025-07-2352 min
Deeper Experiences with God | Special ReleaseEpisode 4 – Non-Anxious Living and Spiritual Rhythms for Peace with Alan FadlingSPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of the show, you can get 25% off Experiencing Scripture as a Disciple of Jesus by using the code IVPOD25 at checkout at ivpress.com. We hope you enjoy this episode!SummaryWhat if the key to a deeper, more transformative relationship with God isn’t doing more—but slowing down? In this episode of the Deeper Experiences with God podcast, host Dave Ripper interviews Alan Fadling, president of Unhurried Living, about the significance of silence and rest, mastering peace, and deepening spiritual growth and leadership. Alan, the author of...
2025-07-2352 min
The Living Truth Podcast - Freedom From Unwanted Sexual Behavior, Hope & Healing For the BetrayedThe Freedom of Slowing Down: A Conversation with Alan FadlingIn this powerful episode, Michael sits down with Alan Fadling, author of An Unhurried Life: Following Jesus’ Rhythms of Work and Rest. Alan reveals how a hurried life not only drains our energy but fuels the compulsions and false comforts that drive addiction. Together, Michael and Alan unpack how hurry acts as self-avoidance—and how slowing down to the pace of Jesus leads to healing, clarity, and deeper intimacy with God. If you're burned out, stuck in unwanted behaviors, or overwhelmed by life’s demands, this conversation points to a better way: a life rooted in grace, rest, and authentic spiritu...
2025-07-1442 min
The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina GriffinHow Shifting to an Unhurried Lifestyle Cultivates Peace and Serenity - Alan FadlingTAKEAWAYSJesus does not have an anxious or a frantic voice, nor did He make rash frantic decisionsPray about the things that give you anxiety and ask God to give you clear directionIn peace, you have access to your fully functioning brain rather than one that is addled with worry and over-stimulationInstead of living life constantly doing things to prove your identity, know your identity in Christ and express it freely with no pressure🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODEDonate to Counter Culture Ministries: htt...
2025-07-0127 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterFrom Doing to Being w/ John Eldredge (347)Faith often becomes a checklist—prayer, scripture study, ministry—rather than a living, breathing relationship with Jesus. In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Alan Fadling speaks with bestselling author and teacher John Eldredge about shifting from a performance-based spiritual life to one rooted in presence, intimacy, and encounter. We talk about how to slow down in a world that values hustle, how to rediscover wonder in the midst of cynicism, and how to create personal rhythms that foster authentic connection with Jesus. If you long to experience Jesus—really—this conversation is for you. John’...
2025-06-1648 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterDeconstruction vs. Disorientation - What's the Difference? (345)Life doesn’t always go according to plan. The map you were following suddenly doesn’t make sense. What once felt solid begins to crack. But what if this unraveling isn’t a detour... what if it’s part of the sacred path? In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Gem and Alan Fadling explore a powerful biblical framework for spiritual transformation—orientation, disorientation, and new orientation—a pattern identified by Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann and lived out in the Psalms, in Christian history, and in our lives today. Whether you're deconstructing your faith, walki...
2025-06-0255 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterSlowing Down for Deep Healing with Nicholas and Sheila Rowe (343)Leadership is sacred work—but it can also leave wounds. What happens when unaddressed pain begins to shape the way we lead? And how can healing restore not only our souls but also the communities we serve? In this episode, Alan Fadling is joined by Nicolas Rowe and Sheila Wise-Rowe, authors of Healing Leadership Trauma: Finding Emotional Health and Helping Others Flourish. Together, they offer a wise, grace-filled vision of leadership rooted in wholeness rather than woundedness. This conversation is an invitation—to slow down, to pay attention to your inner life, and to believe that...
2025-05-1949 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterWhat Does It Really Mean to “Go Deeper” in Faith? (341)Have you ever stood at the edge of the ocean and been struck by its vastness—its depth? That sense of something greater calling to us? Today, Alan Fadling invites us into a reflection on the spiritual hunger so many of us carry: a longing not just to know about God, but to be deeply rooted in God. In this episode, Alan explores what it means to cultivate a life of soul-depth, spiritual depth, and heart depth. Drawing from his book An Unhurried Life, the writings of J.I. Packer and Hans Urs von Balthasar, and his ow...
2025-05-0513 min
Susie Larson LiveTrading a life of anxiety for true peace with Alan FadlingIf you aren't worrying about it, do you even truly care about it? This was the lie author and speaker Alan Fadling believed. Alan shares practical insights to help break through your anxiety and move to a life of grace and peace. His book is "A Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2025-03-2151 min
The Called to Flourish Podcast428: 3 Reasons Why Leading with Peace Has Greater Impact Than Anxiety // Gem and Alan Fadling, Unhurried LivingIs anxiety running your leadership on empty? Discover how peace, rest, and soul care can offer a more fulfilling and impactful way to lead. In this episode, Gem and Alan Fadling share transformative insights from their work as founding partners of Unhurried Living, helping leaders shift from pressure to purpose with rhythms of renewal and deeper self-awareness. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/428gemandalanfadling Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2 By...
2025-02-0348 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better327: How to Recognize God's Voice (Tyler Staton)Who is the Holy Spirit to you—an intimate friend or a mysterious stranger? In this episode, Alan Fadling speaks with Tyler Staton, lead pastor of Bridgetown Church and author of The Familiar Stranger, about rediscovering the Holy Spirit and stepping into a more experiential, Spirit-led life. Tyler shares practical insights and biblical metaphors that invite us into deeper intimacy with the Spirit and a greater awareness of His presence and power. In this episode, you’ll hear about: How the Holy Spirit is like a tabernacle, a river, and living water. The dangers of over-intellectualizing or m...
2025-01-2732 min
The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina GriffinHow Shifting to an Unhurried Lifestyle Cultivates Peace and Serenity - Alan FadlingTAKEAWAYSJesus does not have an anxious or a frantic voice, nor did He make rash frantic decisionsPray about the things that give you anxiety and ask God to give you clear directionIn peace, you have access to your fully functioning brain rather than one that is addled with worry and over-stimulationInstead of living life constantly doing things to prove your identity, know your identity in Christ and express it freely with no pressure🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODEBook Tina to Speak: https://cou...
2025-01-1627 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 332 - Alan Fadling, "An Unhurried Life, A Year of Slowing Down"Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." Today, we're diving into a profound conversation with Alan Fadling, author of the the devotional book, "A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotions for Unhurried Living."In this episode, Michael and Alan explore the necessity and impact of integrating brief, intentional moments of reflection into our daily lives, especially in a world that often feels rushed and overwhelming. Alan shares his journey from living a hurried life to discovering the transformative power of small, consistent practices that nurture the soul. They discuss the concept of...
2025-01-1127 min
Spiritual Life and Leadership238. Lead with Less Anxiety, with Alan Fadling, author of A Non-Anxious LifeIs it possible to lead a congregation without being consumed by anxiety and stress? How can we as ministry leaders manage the pressures and expectations we carry while maintaining a sense of peace and lightness?In this episode, Alan Fadling, author of A Non-Anxious Life, unpacks how ministry leaders can navigate anxiety by creating a supportive network of friends and mentors, understanding God’s joyful nature, and how these realities can transform our personal life and pastoral leadership.THIS EPISODE'S HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:Alan Fadling advises not bringing personal anxiety into a congregation bu...
2024-10-1538 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better309: No Instant Saints: Embracing the Pace of Grace (Alan)Growing in grace is not about thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less. If you’ve ever felt like you’re struggling to grow or that life’s challenges keep setting you back, you’re not alone. The journey toward spiritual maturity is rarely straightforward, and it’s easy to feel like we’re not progressing the way we should. We live in a culture that craves quick fixes and instant results, but real growth takes time, intention, and grace. Today, we’re diving into what it means to grow in grace, why it’s so difficul...
2024-09-2313 min
The Richard Blackaby Leadership PodcastA conversation with Alan FadlingIn This episode Richard talks with author Alan Fadling about his latest book, The Non-Anxious Life. Alan was also on Episode 286 of the podcast to talk about his book An Unhurried Life. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Use code , "LEADER" for 10% off The Experiencing God Online Class. Register at a discounted rate with code 'earlybird' for the upcoming Spiritual Leadership Coaching Workshop in Jonesboro, GA Oct. 28-30. CONNECT: Connect with Alan at Unhurriedliving.com
2024-08-2049 min
After IVE122: A Foundation for Healthy Rhythms of RestHow important is rest after graduation?After graduation, getting a strong start at work is oftentimes our biggest priority. Work is good. But what about getting a strong start to rest? For the next five weeks, we're going to explore ways to start incorporating healthy rhythms of rest in this post-graduation season of life.To start things off, we're chatting with Alan Fadling, spiritual director, speaker, and author of multiple IVP titles including An Unhurried Life: Following Jesus' Rhythms of Work and Rest, and A Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence. Alan is...
2024-06-0436 min
Gospel Spice | Awaken Delight in God through faith in Jesus ChristFinding peace in an anxious world | with Alan FadlingBonjour! Stephanie here. How do we overcome anxiety, and embrace peace? More than ever, our daily life seems to fight us on this quest. Do you, like so many of us, see anxiety as an incentive to perform? Or a proof of how much you care? Or is anxiety simply an unwelcome shadow over your days, bringing with it clenched teeth and an upset stomach?Today is an invitation to step into a life characterized by peace, grace, and gentleness, replete with the palpable presence of God. God promises us that it is ours in Christ Jesus...
2024-05-2144 min
God‘s Story PodcastAlan Fadling – The Non-Anxious LifeAre you feeling anxious? How can Jesus lead us out of feelings of anxiety?
Brent talks with Alan Fadling about his new IVP America book ‘The Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God’s Presence’.
Alan is president and founder of Unhurried Living in Mission Viejo, California, inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller, and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally.
(1:30) Alan’s experience with anxiety;
(3:55) Living in an anxious age;
(5:15) Reducing anxiety;
(6:20) The positive use of anxiety;
(9:50) Solitude and silence helpful;
(11:15) The peace of Christ;
(13:20) Jesus’ words about worry and anxiety;
(15:40) ‘Inhaling’ grace;
(18:20) Dis...
2024-05-1126 minGod‘s Story PodcastAlan Fadling – The Non-Anxious LifeAre you feeling anxious? How can Jesus lead us out of feelings of anxiety?
Brent talks with Alan Fadling about his new IVP America book ‘The Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God’s Presence’.
Alan is president and founder of Unhurried Living in Mission Viejo, California, inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller, and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally.
(1:30) Alan’s experience with anxiety;
(3:55) Living in an anxious age;
(5:15) Reducing anxiety;
(6:20) The positive use of anxiety;
(9:50) Solitude and silence helpful;
(11:15) The peace of Christ;
(13:20) Jesus’ words about worry and anxiety;
(15:40) ‘Inhaling’ grace;
(18:20) Dis...
2024-05-1126 min
So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)How to Live a Non-Anxious Life | Alan FadlingIs it possible to find peace in God's presence amidst anxiety? Alan Fadling believes we can. In this conversation, Alan and I tackle the notion that anxiety doesn't have the final say in our lives, and we explore practical ways to shift our focus away from anxiety and toward peace. If you're wrestling with anxiety, know that you're not alone. There's hope and peace to be found in Jesus. Listen in for an empowering discussion full of practical advice. Alan is the president and co-founder of Unhurried Living, which inspires people to rest d...
2024-05-0134 min
Being Human with Steve CussNon-Anxious Presence with Alan Fadling“Jesus cares for our troubles, but they don’t worry him.” So says Alan Fadling, who joins host Steve Cuss on this episode of Being Human. Fadling is an author and the leader of Unhurried Living, a non-profit that trains people to rest deeper, live fuller and lead better. His latest book, The Non-Anxious Life, draws from spiritual formation and touches on systems theory, as well. Cuss and Fadling discuss the ways that anxiety is not just a personal dynamic, but an organizational one. They consider what Dallas Willard had to say about anxiety and peace, h...
2024-04-2836 minSusie Larson LiveTrading a life of anxiety for true peace with Alan FadlingIf you aren’t worrying about it, do you even truly care about it? This was the lie author and speaker Alan Fadling believed. Alan shares practical insights to help break through your anxiety and move to a life of grace and peace. His book is “A Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God’s Presence.” *Originally aired March 14, 2024* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2024-04-2251 minSusie Larson LiveAlan Fadling on trading a life of anxiety for true peaceIf you aren't worrying about it, do you even truly care about it? This was the lie author and speaker Alan Fadling believed. Alan shares practical insights to help break through your anxiety and move to a life of grace and peace. His book is "A Non-Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2024-03-1450 min
Shifting CultureEp. 165 Alan Fadling - Finding Peace in an Anxious WorldIn this episode, Alan Fadling talks about his journey with anxiety and how he has learned to manage it through deepening his faith in God. Alan shares practical tools like meditation on scripture and spiritual disciplines that have helped redirect his anxious thoughts and feelings towards peace. Joshua and Alan discuss how communities can come together through practices like communion to collectively experience less anxiety and more of God's shalom, even in troubling times. This conversation provides hope and guidance for anyone struggling with anxiety, and looking for spiritual paths to greater peace.Alan Fadling, (MDiv), serves...
2024-03-1250 min
Student Ministry Connection127: A Non-Anxious Life with Alan FadlingWhile we know anxiety is runny rampant in the teenagers we serve, many of us have probably not stopped long enough to realize it has affected many of us as well. Alan Fadling joins Steve to talk about his Unhurried Living ministry and his brand new book, A Non-Anxious Life. Even if you feel pretty healthy right now, it’s important to think about these things so we can stay healthy for ourselves and the students, families, and teams we serve.
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2024-03-0640 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryIs Anxiety Impacting Your Ministry? - Alan Fadling - 98 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn an anxious world, how can we honestly assess if anxiety is showing up in our lives and ministries? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Fadling. Alan is the president and founder of Unhurried Living. Alan speaks and consults with ministry organizations around the world. He is an award-winning author, and his most recent book is entitled A Non-Anxious Life. Together, Alan and Jason discuss how we can intentionally and thoughtfully address the anxiety in our lives. Alan also shares how anxiety might be impacting the way we serve, even if...
2024-02-2736 min
Live Faith First PodcastLiving a Non-Anxious Life: Author Alan FadlingCan you imagine living WITHOUT anxiety? It seems impossible, it might be impossible, but it doesn’t have to be completely debilitating. There is another way to live that brings peace, the peace of God, into the midst of our fears and anxieties.
Alan Fadling is president and founder of Unhurried Living, Inc. in Mission Viejo, California. He speaks and consults internationally with organizations such as Saddleback Church, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Cru, Halftime Institute, Apprentice Institute, and Open Doors International. He is the award-winning author of An Unhurried Leader and An Unhurried Life, and coauthor (with Gem Fadlin...
2024-02-2648 min
Linch With A LeaderTakeaways: Alan Fadling Mike's biggest takeaways from his interview with Alan Fadling.Welcome to the Linch with a Leader Podcast, where you're invited to join the spiritual principles behind big success, with host Mike Linch.SUBSCRIBE to the podcast here:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dJfeLbikJlKlBqAx6mDYW?si=bcb311d852c947c2Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/linch-with-a-leader/id1279929826Find show notes and more information at: www.mikelinch.comFollow for EVERYDAY...
2024-02-1911 minLinch With A LeaderAlan Fadling on Experiencing a Non-Anxious Life, and Finding Peace in God's Presence | Episode 201 It's time to welcome back award-winning author, speaker, and consultant, Alan Fadling, to Linch with a Leader. In this episode, Mike and Alan discuss his new book, 'A Non-Anxious Life,' and how you can find the peace of God's presence in your everyday life, and the revelations that led Alan to living with this posture. Welcome to the Linch with a Leader Podcast, where you're invited to join the spiritual principles behind big success, with host Mike Linch.Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an episode: youtube.com/@linchwithaleader
2024-02-1245 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 296 - Alan Fadling, "A Non-Anxious Life"Welcome to "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." Today, we explore the depths of a non-anxious life with guest Alan Fadling. We discuss the power of embodying peace and the transformative practice of God’s presence in our daily lives. Alan shared insights from his new book and his journey of replacing anxiety with gratitude, patience, and the rhythm of God's grace. We also see that peace is not just the absence of turmoil but the tangible presence of the divine we can experience moment by moment. Join us in embracing the simple virtues—humility, gentleness, and...
2024-02-0836 min
The Presence Project PodcastFIXED! Alan Fadling and Listening to God's Pace for our New YearShow Notes for Episode 66 with Alan Fadling: Pre-order The Emmanuel Promise by Summer Gross for $11.39!!! HERE Find A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotions for Unhurried Living by Alan Fadling HERE Pre-order Alan Fadling's newest book, A Non Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence which releases February 6th. Pre-Order here. Buy Steve Macchia's accessible book on Rule of Life: Crafting a Rule of Life HERE. Get Margaret Silf's book Inner Compass with chapters on Holy Desire HERE. Join Summer's twice-monthly retreat, Table of the Be...
2024-01-1833 minThe Presence Project PodcastSlowing Down and Listening to God's Desire for Your Year with Alan FadlingShow Notes for Episode 66 with Alan Fadling: Pre-order The Emmanuel Promise by Summer Gross for $11.39!!! HERE Find A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotions for Unhurried Living by Alan Fadling HERE Pre-order Alan Fadling's newest book, A Non Anxious Life: Experiencing the Peace of God's Presence which releases February 6th. Pre-Order here. Buy Steve Macchia's accessible book on Rule of Life: Crafting a Rule of Life HERE. Get Margaret Silf's book Inner Compass with chapters on Holy Desire HERE. Join Summer's twice-monthly retreat, Table of the...
2024-01-1833 minSusie Larson LiveThe value of slowing down with Alan FadlingWe are not machines, we are part of God’s creation. Like trees, we are more fruitful when we have a time of rest. Spiritual Director and author Alan Fadling talks about his book “A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotions for Unhurried Living.” *Originally aired January 9, 2023* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2024-01-1550 min
The Pinkleton Pull-Aside PodcastAlan Fadling Interview Welcome to the Pinkleton Pull-Aside Podcast. On this podcast, let’s step aside from our busy lives to have fun, fascinating life giving conversation with inspiring authors, pastors, sports personalities and other influencers, leaders and followers. Sit back, grab some coffee, or head down the road and let’s get the good and the gold from today’s guest. Our host is Jeff Pinkleton, Executive Director of the Gathering of the Miami Valley, where their mission is to connect men to men, and men to God. You can reach Jeff at GatheringMV.org or find him on Facebook at The Ga...
2023-12-2844 min
The Ministry Growth ShowAlan Fadling from Unhurried Living | Operating Out of a Place of RestThis week on The Ministry Growth Show, we’re joined by Alan Fadling from Unhurried Living. In this episode, Alan shares his insights from 40 years of ministry on functioning and operating out of a place of rest rather than a place of hurry. This was one of my favorite episodes so far and an episode […]
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2023-12-2755 min
The Ministry Growth ShowAlan Fadling from Unhurried Living | Operating Out of a Place of RestThis week on The Ministry Growth Show, we’re joined by Alan Fadling from Unhurried Living. In this episode, Alan shares his insights from 40 years of ministry on functioning and operating out of a place of rest rather than a place of hurry. This was one of my favorite episodes so far and an episode […]
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2023-12-2755 minThe Richard Blackaby Leadership PodcastA Conversation with Alan FadlingIn this episode Richard talks with Alan Fadling. He serves as a frequent speaker and consultant with local churches, national organizations and leaders internationally. His content is approachable, usable and transferable. He shows leaders how to get perspective so their leadership flows from a full soul and out of healthy rhythms of rest and work. A trained Spiritual Director, Alan is author of An Unhurried Life, An Unhurried Leader and A Year of Slowing Down. DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. RESOURCES: Find...
2023-12-0544 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 283 - Alan Fadling, "Finding Peace in Turbulent Times"We're pleased to welcome our good friend, Alan Fadling, to the podcast. In this thought-provoking conversation, Michael and Alan dive into the current state of the world, particularly in light of recent events in Israel and Gaza. They explore the idea of finding inner peace amidst global turmoil and the teachings of Jesus as a source of guidance and comfort. Alan shares insights from his upcoming book and draws parallels between the turbulent times that Jesus lived in and our present reality. Join us as we discuss navigating anxiety, distractions, and the overwhelming influx of information in t...
2023-10-2027 min
The Grafted Life PodcastThe Unhurried Life (with Alan Fadling)In this episode of the Grafted Life Podcast, Adam Ormord and guest host Stephen Humber are joined by Alan Fadling to discuss what it means to slow down and abide in Christ, living and leading from a place of restfulness, joy and peace. Solitude plays a huge role in growing a life with God, and in our culture prone to hacks and quick fixes, we can instead choose to live at Jesus’ pace.Resources Mentioned - A Long Obedience in the Same Direction – Eugene Peterson, An Unhurried Life: Following Jesu...
2023-06-2751 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 265 - Alan Fadling, "A Year of Slowing Down: An Unhurried Life and an Unhurried Leader"“You will be at your best if you are doing it from a rested soul.” - Alan FadlingFeeling overwhelmed and exhausted, Alan Fadling's life spiraled out of control until he discovered a game-changing practice that completely transformed his life. His mentors introduced him to the art of taking a day each month for solitude and reflection, which helped him reconnect with his true purpose. This monthly retreat catalyzed Alan to create a daily journaling practice that allowed him to explore his thoughts and emotions and capture meaningful moments with God. The unexpected twist? It only took five...
2023-06-0930 min
Make It SimpleSlowing Down with Alan FadlingThis week, Alan Fadling joins the podcast to discuss what it looks like to slow down. He shares the how being unhurried is a rhythm of rest, and more about your soul than your calendar. It’s a conversation that will make you want to take a deep breath in and lean into the good things around you.Alan Fadling is president and founder of Unhurried Living, Inc., inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller, and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally with organizations such as Saddleback Church, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Cru, Halftime Institute, Apprentice Institute, an...
2023-05-2353 minLinch With A LeaderEpisode 173: The Unhurried Leader with Alan Fadling Are you familiar with the term “Unholy Hurry?” It’s a frantic pace that may make you look busy, but too often it keeps you from actually being fruitful in the ways Jesus wants you to be. Jesus modeled grace-paced leadership. In this episode, Mike welcomes Alan Fadling, Founder of Unhurried Living and author of An Unhurried Leader: The Lasting Fruit of Daily Influence.Alan is President and Founder of Unhurried Living, Inc. in Mission Viejo, CA, inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally, as well as nat...
2023-05-0859 min
The C4SO Podcast with Bishop Todd HunterAlan Fadling on LentWe continue our Lenten series with the Rev. Alan Fadling of Unhurried Living. In this conversation, Mickey and Bishop Todd discuss with Alan what it actually means to live an unhurried life, and practical ways we can slow down during the season of Lent. Alan's experience as an author, coach and spiritual director shine brightly [...]
2023-03-0734 min
The C4SO Podcast with Bishop Todd HunterAlan Fadling on LentWe continue our Lenten series with the Rev. Alan Fadling of Unhurried Living. In this conversation, Mickey and Bishop Todd discuss with Alan what it actually means to live an unhurried life, and practical ways we can slow down during the season of Lent. Alan's experience as an author, coach and spiritual director shine brightly [...]
2023-03-0734 min
The C4SO Podcast with Bishop Todd HunterAlan Fadling on LentWe continue our Lenten series with the Rev. Alan Fadling of Unhurried Living. In this conversation, Mickey and Bishop Todd discuss with Alan what it actually means to live an unhurried life, and practical ways we can slow down during the season of Lent. Alan's experience as an author, coach and spiritual director shine brightly [...]
2023-03-0734 min
Gospel Spice | Awaken Delight in God through faith in Jesus ChristEmbrace the unhurried pace of Jesus Christ | with Alan FadlingWith the overwhelming pace of life, many of us struggle to stop long enough to be present. Too often we live our lives more at the pace of the culture in self-interest, drivenness, empty excitement and anxiety. Alan Fadling has spent years coaching leaders and communities how to live an unhurried life, teaching that productivity and success are not our chief end, but rather living at the pace that our true self longs to live. So, he and Stephanie discuss how to follow the pace of Jesus Christ. Jesus never hurried, yet He accomplished everything He needed. How can...
2023-02-1350 min
The Monday Christian PodcastTMCP 130: Alan Fadling on How Christians Can Live Unhurried LivesAlan Fadling is president and founder of Unhurried Living, Inc. in Mission Viejo, California. He speaks and consults internationally with organizations such as Saddleback Church, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Cru, Halftime Institute, Apprentice Institute, and Open Doors International. He is the award-winning author of An Unhurried Leader and An Unhurried Life, and coauthor (with Gem Fadling) of What Does Your Soul Love?
Episode Talking Points
How Alan came to faith in Christ
Alan's connection to Dallas Willard
Becoming unhurried is a process, not a daily event
Why are we so busy?
Why do we link our careers with...
2023-02-0648 minSusie Larson LiveAlan Fadling on slowing downWe are not machines, we are part of God's creation. Like trees, we are more fruitful when we have a time of rest. Spiritual Director and author Alan Fadling talks about his book "A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotions for Unhurried Living." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
2023-01-0950 min
So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)How to Live an Unhurried Life | Alan FadlingHurry is not a virtue – but we treat it like one. Is it even possible to live differently?In this conversation with Alan Fadling, we talk about practical ways you can live unhurried. Jesus had busy days, but he was never hurried. Unhurrying doesn’t mean abandoning your to do list, it just means you’re allowing God to speak into it and help you choose the best yeses. Alan is the president and co-founder of Unhurried Living, which inspires people to rest deeper, live fuller, and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally. And he is...
2023-01-0428 min
Soul Talks With Bill & Kristi GaultiereA Year of Slowing Down (Conversation With Alan Fadling)Many of us have an incredibly strong work ethic, but we don’t have an equally robust rest ethic. The biblical vision of rest as sabbath is the very fabric of creation. Resting is a gift from God just as surely work is a gift from God, so how can we learn to welcome every gift that God has given us?Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill interviews Alan Fadling, author of A Year of Slowing Down: Following Jesus’ Rhythms of Work and Rest. You’ll be inspired by this conversation about pace of lif...
2023-01-0329 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryGrace-Paced Ministry Leadership - Alan Fadling - 36 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders living in a world that glorifies the hustle lifestyle, is it possible that slowing down and pulling back a bit might actually make our ministry more effective? In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Fadling, certified spiritual director, founder of Unhurried Living, and an award winning author. Together, Alan and Jason explore how we can reframe our contemporary understanding of ministry leadership, and instead, allow Jesus to guide us into what he modeled, grace-paced leadership.Dig deeper into this conversation: Find the free Weekly Toolkit, including...
2022-12-2033 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 243 - Alan Fadling, "Unhurried Living"“You will be at your best if you are doing it from a rested soul.” - Alan FadlingWith the overwhelming pace of life, many of us struggle to stop long enough to be present. Our long to-do lists and full calendars leave little breathing room to hear from God. We know we need to slow down, but we don't even know how to begin.As 2022 comes to a close and we soon turn the page to a new year, it’s a great time to evaluate areas of our lives that need a tune-up and po...
2022-12-1630 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead BetterICDT 61: Spiritual Leadership as Everyday Influence (Gem with Alan Fadling)Today I’m talking with my sweetheart and husband of 37 years, Alan Fadling, and we’ll be discussing unhurried spiritual leadership. This is Alan’s expertise and I want you to learn from the best.Alan’s message has been forming over decades. And I’m sure you’ll hear echoes of things I’ve shared with you before. That’s because we’ve taken this journey together, and I count this as a great grace. Connect with Gem on Instagram and learn more on the Unhurried Living website and the Replenish Community.Learn about he...
2022-12-0517 min
I Can Do That!Spiritual Leadership as Everyday Influence (Alan Fadling)Today I’m talking with my sweetheart and husband of 37 years, Alan Fadling, and we’ll be discussing unhurried spiritual leadership. This is Alan’s expertise and I want you to learn from the best.Alan’s message has been forming over decades. And I’m sure you’ll hear echoes of things I’ve shared with you before. That’s because we’ve taken this journey together, and I count this as a great grace. Connect with Gem on Instagram and learn more on the Unhurried Living website and the Replenish Community.Learn about he...
2022-12-0517 min
Life Hurts God HealsHow can we experience UNHURRIED LIVING? (with Alan Fadling)Why do so many of us seem addicted to hurry in our daily lives? What if it has more to do with where we look to find value and identity than we realize? Join hosts Kim and Kurt as they explore the answers to these questions with author Alan Fadling, as well as ways to break free from the root issues behind this addiction.
2022-11-2335 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 238 - Alan Fadling, “An Unhurried Life"“The trajectory of spiritual growth is in the direction of simplicity rather than in the direction of complexity.” - Alan FadlingOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael welcomes Alan Fadling to ponder questions that not many people want to - or have the courage - to ask, “Do you want a Jesus who is relaxed? When you think of Jesus, is He relaxed?” Living an Unhurried Life is central to Alan’s story - so stay with us as you will hear about his journey out of the fast lane and into the relaxed rhythms of Jesus...
2022-10-2150 min
Common Grounds Unity Podcast#81 Alan Fadling - An Unhurried Life and Leadership, Part 2A big thank you to our sponsors/partners: The Christian Standard, The Christian Chronicle, The Stone Campbell Journal, International Teaching Ministry (Douglas Jacoby), Central Christian College of the Bible, and Detective Media.
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In this "Season Two" series titled "Spiritual Formation," we will explore how spiritual formation (or transformation...
2022-09-1638 min
Common Grounds Unity Podcast#80 Alan Fadling - An Unhurried Life and Leadership - Part 1A big thank you to our sponsors/partners: The Christian Standard, The Christian Chronicle, The Stone Campbell Journal, International Teaching Ministry (Douglas Jacoby), Central Christian College of the Bible, and Detective Media.
We need your help to support this ministry of reconciliation. We have big ideas for unity, but we can't do it alone. Would you consider praying about a monthly donation? CGU is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and your contributions are tax-deductible. Donate at www.commongroundsunity.org/donate
In this "Season Two" series titled "Spiritual Formation," we will explore how spiritual formation (or transformation...
2022-09-0233 min
Life with God: A Renovaré PodcastGem and Alan Fadling — What Does Your Soul Love?Authors and founders of Unhurried Living, Gem and Alan Fadling, share insights into how we experience soul change, share key questions that open the door to spiritual transformation, and explore the difference between self-help and spiritual formation.
2022-06-2037 min
There Is Always A Way with Dr. Jay StrackUNHOLY HURRY • Alan FadlingMost leaders live with UNHOLY HURRY. The guest for today's Podcast wrote “That kind of unholy hurry may make me look busy, but too often it keeps me from actually being fruitful in the ways Jesus wants me to be. Jesus modeled grace-paced leadership. To learn from him, we begin not with leading but with following.”
Alan Fadling (M. Div., Fuller Theological Seminary) is President and Founder of Unhurried Living, Inc. in Mission Viejo, CA, inspiring people to rest deeper, live fuller and lead better. He speaks and consults internationally, as well as nationally with organizations such as S...
2022-03-2248 min