Joy Johnson Life Coach For Christian Women

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The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm83 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 7: Remaining in God: The Root of True Faithfulness🎙️ Fruitful Girl Summer Week 7☀️🍍: Faithfulness — Rooted in Abiding, Stewardship & Fruitfulness In this powerful episode of Fruitful Girl Summer, we’re leaning into the often-overlooked yet essential fruit of the Spirit: Faithfulness. 💛 What does it really mean to be faithful — especially when no one is watching? In Week 7, we explore how true faithfulness starts with remaining in God, abiding in His Word, and trusting His timing. 🙏 We’ll also look at how: Faithfulness is the foundation of fruitfulness 🌱🌿 Stewardship plays a key role in how we honor what God entrusts to us 📖 The parable of th...2025-07-2821 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm82 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 6: Let Your Life Reflect God’s Goodness, A Heart Posture That Honors Him☀️ Fruitful Girl Summer! 🍓 Welcome to Week 6 of Fruitful Girl Summer —What does it really mean to be good? In today’s episode of The Journey to Becoming, we’re diving deep into the fruit of the Spirit called goodness—and how it’s so much more than being “nice” or doing the right thing for show. 💛 Goodness is rooted in the uprightness of heart and life, a reflection of our Heavenly Father who is always good and has good plans for us. As we remain in Him and abide in His Word, He begins to transform our h...2025-07-2118 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm81 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 5: Raising Kind Hearts: A Mother-Daughter Conversation with Jordyn JohnsonThis week’s Fruitful Girl Summer episode is extra special because I’m joined by my sweet 11-year-old daughter to talk all about kindness—what it means, how it impacts others, and why it matters so much to God. 💛 We’re diving into Colossians 3:12 and other powerful scriptures that show us how kindness isn’t just being “nice”—it’s a reflection of Jesus’ heart. His kindness leads us to repentance, transformation, and freedom. In this conversation, we share real-life stories (including one from a recent dance competition!) and practical ways to grow in kindness as a family. This is...2025-07-1432 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm80 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 4: Slow Down, Sis: Growing the Fruit of Patience in a Rushed World🌸 Fruitful Girl Summer! 🍓 ✨ Welcome to Week 4 of Fruitful Girl Summer! ✨ This week, we’re talking all about 🍓 Patience — the kind that reflects the heart of our loving, faithful, and patient God. Let’s be real: patience doesn’t come easy in a world that wants everything right now. Whether you're stuck in traffic, waiting for a prayer to be answered, or growing weary with people or even yourself… we all have moments where our patience wears thin. But here’s the truth: God is patient with us—it's in His nature. And as daughters of God, we are called to mi...2025-07-0723 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm79 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 3: Craving Peace? How to Receive God’s Peace That Flows Like a River🌸 Fruitful Girl Summer! 🍓 Welcome to Week 3 of Fruitful Girl Summer —our 9-week journey walking through the fruit of the Spirit as found in Galatians 5:22–23. This week, we’re leaning into the gift and fruit of PEACE 🕊️—a peace that doesn’t come from your circumstances, but from the presence of God Himself. In this episode, we’re looking at: 🌊 How God promises peace that flows like a river (Isaiah 66:12) 💪 What it means for peace to surpass all understanding (Philippians 4:6–7) 🤝 Why Jesus calls us blessed when we choose to be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9) 🌾 How discipline and repentan...2025-06-3020 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm78 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 2: Joy Is a Weapon: How to Choose It Daily—Even in the Hard Seasons78 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 2: Joy Is a Weapon: How to Choose It Daily—Even in the Hard Seasons 🌸 Fruitful Girl Summer! 🍓 Welcome to Week 2 of the Fruitful Girl Summer series! Today we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood fruits of the Spirit — JOY. We’re unpacking how the joy of the Lord is your strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and why joy isn’t just a fleeting feeling tied to good circumstances — it’s a spiritual decision that brings strength, freedom, and peace, even in the middle of trials, grief, or uncertainty. We’ll talk about wha...2025-06-2319 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm77 | Fruitful Girl Summer Mini Series- Part 1: Why Love Is the Root of It All🌸 Welcome to Fruitful Girl Summer! 🌿 This isn’t your typical “hot girl summer”—it’s a season of spiritual growth, purpose, and power. Over the next 9 weeks on The Journey to Becoming podcast, we’re shifting the focus from hustle and self-perfection to something far more meaningful: living a life that produces the fruit of the Spirit as found in Galatians 5:22–23. Each week, we’ll explore the fruit of the spirit, breaking it down with biblical insight, real-life stories, and a practical challenge for you to apply in your daily life. These episodes will encourage you to walk in the Spi...2025-06-1617 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm76 | A Summer That Fills Your Soul: 3 Steps to More Meaningful DaysSummer doesn’t have to be chaotic or wasted—it can be intentional, joyful, and life-giving. In this episode, we’re diving into 3 practical tips to help you slow down and make the most of your summer days: how to create margin in your schedule, build a fun and meaningful summer bucket list, and adjust your routines for the season you're in. We’ll also talk about letting go of perfection—because sometimes we quit completely when it doesn’t look how it “used to.” But this summer is still full of purpose. Whether you’re managing kids, working full...2025-06-0918 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm75 | Can God Use a Chair? How One Gift Became a Call to Deeper IntimacyHave you ever had a moment where God showed up in the most unexpected, tiny detail—and it changed everything? In this heartfelt episode of The Journey to Becoming, I’m sharing a very personal story of how God met me during a week of emotional highs and lows. It all started with another podcast about the power of having a designated prayer space, and what happened next reminded me just how intimately God sees and cares for every part of our lives. Through a simple gift—a chair—I felt a divine invitation to deepen my time wit...2025-06-0217 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm74 | Mental Health Awareness Wrap-Up: Reflect, Reset & Renew Your Mind with GodAs Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, this episode offers 10 powerful end-of-month reflection questions to help you process your emotions, grow in emotional resilience, and strengthen your mental and spiritual well-being. These prompts are perfect for Christian women who want to align their mental health journey with their faith. Whether you’re feeling emotionally drained or deeply grateful, this mindset check-in will help you make space for healing, growth, and God’s peace as you head into a new month. In this episode, you’ll reflect on: Emotional self-awareness Christian mental health practice...2025-05-2615 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm73 | Breaking Free: Pilates, Jesus & Silencing the Voice of Doubt with Callie GualyIn this powerful and deeply honest episode, I’m joined by Callie Gualy—faith-filled Pilates instructor and founder of Sunshine Pilates. We dive into a much-needed conversation about body image, mindset, and what true freedom in Christ looks like when we renounce the things that aren’t from God. Callie shares her personal journey of walking away from new age influences, finding her rhythm in motherhood, and learning to honor the body God gave her—not just for how it looks, but for how strong it is. Together, we talk about the often unspoken pressure on women to stay...2025-05-1946 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm72 | Is It Time for Therapy? A Brave Conversation About Faith, Healing & Christian Counseling with Jamie NelsonIn today’s powerful episode, we’re joined by Christian counselor Jamie Nelson for an honest, grace-filled conversation about mental health, therapy, and faith. Whether you’ve been considering therapy but feel unsure of where to start, or you’re wondering if it’s “Christian enough” to seek professional help, this episode will meet you with clarity and encouragement. Jamie shares when it might be time to seek therapy, how to find the right Christian counselor, and why learning to advocate for yourself in the healing process is both courageous and necessary. We talk about what it means to hold...2025-05-1245 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce OverwhelmBONUS | For The Things That Don’t Make It Into Mother’s Day CardsMother’s Day isn’t easy for everyone. For some, it brings joy and celebration. For others, it carries grief, longing, or silence. This short, heartfelt episode is a gentle pause—a soul-deep reminder for the ones who feel forgotten, overlooked, or simply weary. Whether you’re a mother in the traditional sense or someone who mothers through love, presence, and sacrifice… this message is for you. You are not invisible. You are not alone. You are deeply, wholly, and eternally seen—by the One who knows your heart. Listen in for a 5-minute blessing of comfort...2025-05-1105 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm71 | 10 Surprising Ways You're Sabotaging Your Mental Health (and How to Take It Back)Are you unknowingly harming your mental health while trying to do it all, be everything to everyone, and still grow spiritually? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into 10 surprisingly common ways women sabotage their mental health—and how to take your peace, purpose, and power back. Whether it’s constant comparison, people-pleasing, or ignoring your emotional and spiritual needs, this conversation is your gentle wake-up call and your invitation to real, biblical healing. As a woman on the journey to becoming all that God created you to be, your mental health matters. It's time to...2025-05-0530 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm70 | Relationship Mini Series - How Honest Communication & This One Resource Changed Everything In Our MarriageIn this final episode of our Relationship Mini-Series, I’m so excited to bring on a very special guest—my husband! Together, we’re having a real, unfiltered conversation about how communication has shaped and strengthened our marriage over the years. We know firsthand how tempting it can be to avoid difficult conversations, especially when emotions run high or it feels safer to stay silent. But through a lot of trial and error (and God's grace!), we’ve discovered that working through the hard conversations—even when it’s messy—leads to deeper trust, stronger unity, and true emotional...2025-04-2844 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm69 | Relationship Mini Series - Feeling Disconnected? The Power of Clear Expectations in Building a Stronger Marriage with Dana Che WilliamsIn today’s powerful episode of our Relationship Series, we’re joined by marriage coach Dana Che Williams for a real and eye-opening conversation about the role of clear expectations in a thriving marriage. If you’ve ever felt disappointed, unheard, or misunderstood in your relationship—this episode is for you. Dana shares how asking the right questions first—of yourself and your spouse—can lead to healthier communication, deeper emotional connection, and fewer unmet expectations. You’ll learn: Why unspoken expectations create tension and resentment How to identify the root of your frustrati...2025-04-2149 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm68 | Relationship Mini Series - 10 Things I Hate About My Husband with Shayla HuberIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, we're joined by Shayla Huber—author of “10 Things I Hate About My Husband: How God Healed My Heart, Restored My Marriage & Set Me Free.” Shayla vulnerably shares her journey of frustration, brokenness, and ultimately, spiritual transformation. You’ll hear how it wasn’t her husband who needed to change first—it was her own heart that needed healing. Through her relationship with God, Shayla found freedom, perspective, and restoration in her marriage that she never imagined possible. If you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, or even resentful in your relationship...2025-04-1440 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm67 | Why Every Christian Woman Needs This One Growth Tool in Their LifeHave you ever felt like you're going in circles on your growth journey—struggling to process your emotions, make sense of what God is speaking to you, or even recognize how far you've come? Journaling is one of the most powerful, yet underrated tools for transformation, and in this episode, we're breaking down exactly why it needs to be a part of your daily routine. You'll discover three key reasons why journaling is an essential part of your personal and spiritual growth, how it helps you gain clarity, deepen your faith, and track your progress in a wa...2025-04-0719 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm66 | Don’t Quit on Your God-Given Dream: The Power of Perseverance & the Right EnvironmentAre you feeling weary, discouraged, or even tempted to give up on the dream God has placed inside of you? You’re not alone. The journey to becoming all that God has called you to be isn’t always easy—but quitting is not an option. In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, we’re diving into why it’s so important to keep pushing forward, even when things feel hard and how the right environment can make all the difference in your growth. God has promised us an abundant life, but that doesn’t mean it comes wit...2025-04-0318 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm65 | The Encouragement You Need Today as a Woman on Her Journey to Becoming All God Created Her to BeIf you’re a woman on your journey to becoming all that God has called you to be, this episode is for you. The road to transformation isn’t always easy—it can feel overwhelming, uncertain, or even lonely at times. But you are not alone. God is with you, guiding your steps, strengthening your heart, and equipping you for every season ahead. In this special episode, I’m sharing a prayer of encouragement over you, asking God to fill you with peace, clarity, and renewed faith. Whether you’re battling self-doubt, feeling stuck, or simply needing a reminder...2025-03-3112 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm64 | Say Goodbye To The Struggle…Simplifying Bible Study Skills & Breaking Free From Intimidation To Live Out Your God Given Purpose with Amy SenterHave you ever felt stuck in your faith, questioning God’s plan during life’s hardest seasons? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, I’m joined by Amy Senter, a Christian teacher, artist, and blogger, who shares how God transformed her deepest struggles into a powerful testimony of faith and joy. Amy opens up about the hardest season of her life and how God used it to draw her closer, teaching her the meaning of true joy, peace, and faith that isn’t based on circumstances. If you’ve ever felt distant from God, struggled to stay co...2025-03-2448 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm63 | From New Age to New Life: Ondrea Lynn’s Powerful Testimony of Transformation in ChristWhat if the transformation you’ve been searching for isn’t just physical, but spiritual? Today on The Journey to Becoming, we’re joined by Ondrea Lynn, whose incredible story of faith, freedom, and healing will inspire you. For years, Ondrea was celebrated in magazines for her 75-pound weight loss, but behind the scenes, she was entangled in New Age and occult practices for over 30 years. It wasn’t until she encountered Jesus that her true transformation began; healing her mind, body, and soul from the inside out. In this episode, Ondrea shares: ✨ How she broke...2025-03-1741 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm62 | Are You Proud of You? Embracing Your Progress and Celebrating How Far You’ve Come as a Woman on Her Journey to BecomingIn this episode, we ask the powerful question: "When was the last time you stopped to acknowledge how far you’ve come?" As women, we often focus on what we haven’t achieved yet, but it's essential to take a moment and celebrate our progress. Join me as we dive into why we struggle to recognize our growth, how God views our journey, and how to shift our mindset from self-criticism to self-celebration. We’ll explore: ✨ Why women often feel “not enough” and how to break free from comparison and perfectionism ✨ How God delights in our progress...2025-03-1022 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce OverwhelmBONUS | How to Pray with Confidence: Biblical Truths & Life-Changing BooksHave you ever felt unsure about how to pray or struggled to stay consistent in your prayer life? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Journey to Becoming, we’re diving into the power of prayer—what Scripture says about it, how to apply it in your daily life, and the four transformative books that have helped me grow deeper in my relationship with God. Prayer isn’t something to be intimidated by—it’s an invitation to greater intimacy and freedom with God. I’m sharing my personal journey of discovering new levels of faith and brea...2025-03-0625 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm61 | Breaking the Busyness Cycle: Simple Time Management Hacks for Peaceful LivingAre you constantly feeling like there’s never enough time in the day? As a woman on your journey to becoming, mastering your time isn’t just about productivity—it’s about stepping into the life God has called you to with confidence and peace. What sets us apart as women of value is how we steward our time. In this episode, we’re diving into 4 powerful time management tips that will shift you from feeling overwhelmed and scattered to intentional and at peace. We’ll talk about: ✨ The difference between having good intentions and truly being intentio...2025-03-0320 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm60 | The Celebration Episode You Can’t Miss: Cheers to One Year of Becoming!The Journey to Becoming Podcast is officially ONE year old! 🙌 I can’t believe how far God has brought us, and today, we’re taking a moment to celebrate His faithfulness and all that He has done through this podcast. When I first started, I was so nervous, wondering who would even listen? But God has a way of exceeding our expectations, and this past year has been a testament to His goodness. Week after week, He has used this platform to encourage and equip women just like you to step boldly into the life He’s calling y...2025-02-2438 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm59 | Success, Influence & Surrender: Living for the Audience of One with Guest Vanessa MoynihanIn this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with fashion content creator Vanessa Moynihan, who shares her incredible testimony of coming to faith after growing up in a home where God was never discussed. Vanessa skyrocketed to success as a fashion influencer, going viral and amassing a huge following on social media. Yet, despite the fame and opportunities, she felt an emptiness she couldn’t ignore. It wasn’t until she hired someone to help with her social media – who happened to be a strong believer – that she was introduced to Jesus in a lif...2025-02-1737 min

Christian Women’s Weight Loss | Faith, Food, FitnessEp 58 | How Perfectionism Sabotages Weight Loss : Break The Trap of Perfectionism with Joy JohnsonAre you a high-achieving, Type A woman who excels in almost every area of life—except when it comes to losing weight? Do you start every new plan with determination and intensity, only to quit the moment things don’t go perfectly? If you’ve ever thought, “I should be able to do this,” but you keep falling into the same start-stop cycle, this episode is for you. Perfectionism is keeping you stuck. It’s making you believe that if you’re not doing everything flawlessly, you’re failing. And when you feel like you’re failing, you stop. The fr...2025-02-1443 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm58 | Feeling Distant from God? 4 Scriptures to Remind You He’s Closer Than You ThinkHave you ever felt like God is far away, especially in difficult seasons? Maybe you’ve prayed but haven’t felt His presence, leaving you wondering if He hears you at all. The truth is, God is always near, closer than you realize and He promises to be with you when you call on Him. In this episode, we’re diving into 4 powerful scriptures that will remind you of God’s nearness, even in moments of doubt, fear, or loneliness. Whether you’re feeling spiritually disconnected or just need a fresh reminder of His faithfulness, these verses will encou...2025-02-1021 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm57 | Why Every Woman Needs a Dopamine Menu: Simple Steps to Boost Joy, Focus, and FulfillmentDo you ever feel stuck in a cycle of distractions, low energy, or lack of motivation? You’re not alone—and the good news is, there’s a way to reset and re-energize your life! In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we’re diving into the concept of a Dopamine Menu, a powerful tool for cultivating joy, motivation, and intentional living. In a world that constantly pulls us toward quick fixes and overstimulation—like endless scrolling, junk food, or binge-watching—our natural dopamine system can become overwhelmed. But by intentionally choosing healthy, life-giving activities, we can break...2025-02-0321 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm56 | The Freedom Factor: How Discipline Opens the Door to New Levels of Peace and PurposeDoes the word “discipline” make you cringe or feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Many women struggle with staying consistent, battling distractions, and feeling stuck in cycles of guilt when their efforts to grow fall short. But what if discipline isn’t about restriction, but about gaining the freedom to become the woman God created you to be? In this heartfelt episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we’re diving deep into why discipline is a game-changer for women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps. Together, we’ll address the challenges women face with di...2025-01-2718 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm55 | Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence: A Path to Living Your Calling with Guest Joy RowlandIn this empowering episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with Joy Rowland, a certified Money and Business Coach for ambitious entrepreneurs. Joy’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—she opens up about the challenges she’s overcome and the barriers she’s broken to become the bold, confident woman of God she is today. We dive into her past struggles, the mindset shifts that helped her get unstuck, and how she’s now living out her God-given purpose. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone ready to step into the next level o...2025-01-2040 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm54 | From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Faith-Based Approach to Finances with Bob & Linda Lotich: Part 2Finances are one of the biggest sources of stress for many of us. From budgeting struggles to debt and uncertainty about how to manage money, it can feel overwhelming and even hopeless at times. But what if there was a way to approach your finances that brought clarity, peace, and freedom? In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Bob and Linda, a couple who transformed their lives by putting God first in their finances. They share how their decision to trust and honor God with their money not only brought financial stability but also deepened their fa...2025-01-1619 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm53 | From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Faith-Based Approach to Finances with Bob & Linda Lotich: Part 1Finances are one of the biggest sources of stress for many of us. From budgeting struggles to debt and uncertainty about how to manage money, it can feel overwhelming and even hopeless at times. But what if there was a way to approach your finances that brought clarity, peace, and freedom? In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Bob and Linda, a couple who transformed their lives by putting God first in their finances. They share how their decision to trust and honor God with their money not only brought financial stability but also deepened their fa...2025-01-1338 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm52 | Step Into Purpose: Could Prioritizing Your Emotional Health Hold the Key to Unlocking Your Best Year Yet?!Are you tired of carrying emotional weight into every new year? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we’re diving into how emotional health affects your relationships, spiritual growth, and purpose. Discover practical steps to release emotional baggage, embrace healing, and step into the identity and purpose God has for you. As a community we will be going through the book “The Emotionally Healthy Woman” By Geri Scazarro and I am inviting you to go on this journey with us. What would your life look like if you chose to prioritize an area of health...2025-01-0921 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm51 | 5 Reasons Why Your Goals Keep Falling Short and How to Change That in 2025Setting goals is an essential first step, but it’s not the whole story when it comes to achieving them. In this episode, we’ll uncover the 5 key reasons why setting goals alone isn’t enough and what you can do to bridge the gap between dreaming and doing. We’ll discuss the importance of creating actionable plans, building consistent habits, staying accountable, managing distractions, and relying on discipline rather than fleeting motivation. Whether you’re planning for a new year or tackling a big dream, these insights will help you take meaningful steps toward success. Tune in...2025-01-0619 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm50 | What Will You Bring With You In The New Year? Designing Your 2025 with PurposeAs we step into 2025, what are you bringing with you on your journey to becoming the woman God created you to be? In this episode, we’re diving into how to focus on building consistent habits that align with your goals and vision for the year ahead. We’ll explore the power of starting small and being intentional, reminding ourselves that we often overestimate what we can do in a day and underestimate what we can achieve in a month—or even a year. Tune in to reflect on what truly matters, identify the habits that w...2025-01-0225 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm49 | Becoming Her in 2025: Letting Go of the Past and Embracing God’s New ThingHey girl, today we dive into the transformative journey of Becoming Her in 2025—the woman God has uniquely created you to be. Drawing from Isaiah 43:18-19, which reminds us, “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” We explore how to release old versions of yourself and step boldly into the new identity God is calling you to embrace. In this episode, we’ll discuss: Who are you becoming in this season of your life? What old habits, mindsets, or labels will you shed and leave behind? Practica...2024-12-3022 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm48 | Aligning with Your God-Given Identity: Transforming Your Mind and Training Your Thoughts with Linzie HermsmyerIn this episode, I sit down with Linzie Hermsmeyer to uncover what it truly means to live from your God-given identity rather than being defined by who you once were. Linzie shares her journey of stepping into her true identity in Christ and the mindset shifts that made all the difference from being a former college athlete in basketball and rodeo. She shares with us her passion in serving ambitious former female athletes helping them excel personally and professionally. Our thoughts shape our lives, and renewing our minds is a key part of living fully in Christ...2024-12-2638 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm47 | When God Restores: How to Hold Onto the Promise of Joel 2:25 and Trust Him to Redeem What Was LostToday I am reminding you that your restoration is on its way! After losing my mom on Christmas night in 1991, I experienced deep pain and brokenness. But God, in His faithfulness, brought full restoration to my life, fulfilling His promise in Joel 2:25: “I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten.” This episode is a heartfelt reminder that no matter what you’ve gone through—whether you’ve experienced loss, felt something was taken from you, or faced spiritual or physical challenges—God’s promises of restoration are for you, too. Join me as I: S...2024-12-2318 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm46 | Letting God Into the Hidden and Messy Areas of Your Life: Finding Freedom, Healing, and Transformation Through His GraceHave you ever felt too ashamed to bring certain parts of your life to God—the hidden, messy, or broken areas you’d rather ignore? In this heartfelt episode, I share a personal story about cleaning my cluttered laundry room (please tell me I’m not alone in leaving it untouched for long periods of time) and how God used that moment to show me His desire to clean the messy, unseen parts of our lives. Using various scriptures as guides, we’ll explore how inviting God into your hidden struggles brings healing, freedom, and transformation. You’ll learn ho...2024-12-1619 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm45 | Cultivating Godly Friendships: How to Form Bonds That Strengthen Your Faith with Michelle CastroWe are talking about all things friendship today on this episode with my friend Michelle Castro. Friendships are a gift from God and as believers we are called to sharpen each other as scripture reminds us…but what does that even mean? How do you begin to form Godly friendships? For the woman who is on her journey to becoming all that God has created her to be, we must also value the gift of honesty; whether that’s being honest in what you are going through or even how to honestly share your feelings with a...2024-12-0946 min

CONSIDER JESUS, Christian Moms, Biblical Mindset, Christian Marriage and Family, Christian Intimacy, Christian ParentingMotherhood: A Path to Healing and Redemption | Guest Joy Johnson // 325Hey there friends! In this episode, Michelle Castro and Joy Johnson explore the journey of podcasting, the importance of supportive relationships, and the profound impact of grief and motherhood. Joy shares her personal story of loss, the challenges of navigating grief, and how her experiences have shaped her into a resilient individual. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community, faith, and healing in the face of adversity, ultimately highlighting the transformative power of motherhood and the grace of God. In this conversation, Michelle Castro shares her journey of motherhood, faith, and emotional health. She reflects on the transformative...2024-12-0452 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm44 | A Prayer for the Woman Who is On Her Journey to Becoming All That God Created Her to BeHey friend! Please don’t skip over this episode, today I am covering you in prayer. Yupp, I am praying for you today. Have you ever been running a little dry in the encouragement department and you are like umm God, can you send someone to me today? That’s what today's episode is all about. Imagine I am one of your girls coming to speak life to your situation. I want to invite you to receive this prayer over your life as we highlight the areas on our Journey to Becoming; faith, relationships, wellness & contribution. I w...2024-12-0213 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm43 | Gratitude in Action: Practical Steps to a Thankful LifeLiving a thankful and grateful life is not something that only takes place during Thanksgiving…it is how we are called to live as followers of Christ. This week we are looking at simple and practical ways to live our life generously and thanking God for all He has given us and provided for us. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season that is quickly upon us we want to skip over being thankful and run into the busyness and the doing, doing, doing. Taking the time to slow down and...2024-11-2516 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm42 | Learning to Fully Embrace Your Unique Purpose with April LockhartApril Lockhart is our guest today and we are talking about all things purpose! Isn’t it so funny how sometimes we look at the very thing that sets us apart as something that God cannot use? As we dive into April’s story you will quickly learn that the way God is using her and her platform is how He wants to use all of us…just as we are. April was born without a fully formed left hand and has coined the term “disabled fashion girlie” Although she would pray for God to heal her as...2024-11-1838 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm41 | The Reality Check: Health and Wellness Truths to Embrace for True Growth with Dr. Jeff BarkeHave you ever been overwhelmed by all of the health and wellness information that is out there? Today we get to hear from Dr. Jeff Barke who is known on social media for his quick “morning message” that informs you of the truth you need to know when it comes to your health. Dr. Barke is a board certified Primary Care Physician in Southern California and is a straight shooter who reminds us to not be perfect, but to start small and do better. We can get behind that, right?! The environments that we choose to be...2024-11-1129 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm40 | Lost Focus This Year? Reflection Questions to Help Women Regain Purpose Before 2025I dare you to listen to this episode and answer the questions that we are going to talk about. These questions were part of an exercise I did a couple years ago and now looking back, I realized that my honest answers in that moment has brought so much necessary and healthy change in my life that I am forever grateful for. This is not another reflection exercise to gloss over… I truly believe that this could be the beginning of everything changing in your life for the better. I want to invite you to spen...2024-11-0413 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm39 | Feeling Drained? Stop the Chaos: 5 Things Women Must Let Go to Reclaim Their PeaceLet’s get down to business…there’s so much going on in your life that is pulling you in 47 different directions, let’s not add to the chaos, shall we?! Today I am sharing with you 5 things that you need to stop (now) in life so you can live in the peace that you deserve! The peace that you were created to live in! Whether this is a right on time message for you, a great reminder, or seed for another time in life I know that our quick chat today will be worth it. All I...2024-10-2820 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm38 | How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Relationships: The Who, What & Why with Tamika Thomas: Part 2Join us for this impactful conversation between my good friend Tamika Thomas and I as we unpack all things boundaries. Tamika is a coach, speaker, podcaster & author with a wealth of knowledge and has so many great tools to help you first create a boundary with yourself. Pushing pause on the negative and pushing play on the positive…focusing on what God says about you, how He is for you and how He created you. Once you understand the gift of boundaries, you will be able to experience the true freedom that God has for you...2024-10-2424 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm37 | How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Relationships: The Who, What & Why with Tamika Thomas: Part 1Join us for this impactful conversation between my good friend Tamika Thomas and I as we unpack all things boundaries. Tamika is a coach, speaker, podcaster & author with a wealth of knowledge and has so many great tools to help you first create a boundary with yourself. Pushing pause on the negative and pushing play on the positive…focusing on what God says about you, how He is for you and how He created you. Once you understand the gift of boundaries, you will be able to experience the true freedom that God has for you...2024-10-2127 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm36 | Can Books Really Change Your Life? Genuine Tips for Reading with Purpose, Impact & TransformationHey friend, please don’t skip this episode if you haven’t read a book since Jr. High, I promise it will be worth the listen! Reading books is such a great way to learn from those that have gone before you and have wisdom in the areas you are intentional about pursuing. I believe that there are a few simple & practical things that you can do while you are reading to ensure that you can live out what you are reading and allow time for transformation to take place. The books that have marked my lif...2024-10-1416 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm*BONUS- Struggling to Hear God’s Voice?! Learn these 5 ways He is Speaking to YOU!Have you ever said the phrase “I just want to hear God’s voice”?! I am sure we all have or wondered what it would be like. I have news for you, friend. He IS speaking, I think the better question is “are we listening?!” When our days are flying by and can sometimes be chaotic, the enemy would love nothing more than to make us think that God is not there or he doesn’t care about us. Today we are going over just 5 of the ways to be encouraged that He is absolutely speaking. Whether this...2024-10-1015 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm35 | Remaining Teachable Through Life’s Toughest Trials with Guest: Carrie PaschIn honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month I wanted you to hear from Carrie Pasch, her story is nothing short of a miracle. Her love for God and unwavering trust in Him is so inspiring. Shs is a breast cancer survivor and the author of the book “Thank You Cancer”. This bold statement intrigues you from the very moment you open the book to keep reading and learn all about her journey. In addition to being an author, Carrie is also a public speaker, co-founder of the EquipHer Conference (where we met) and a YouV...2024-10-0740 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm*BONUS- How Are You Thinking?! Sharing A Verse & Being Obedient During My Personal Devo TimeToday I was in my personal devotional time, journaling and getting ready for the day when I felt God impress upon me to share what I had just read. Our thought life is so important as we are on our Journey to Becoming all that God has created us to be. Sometimes we can allow our thoughts to take us back to places or keep us stuck in past versions of ourselves. Romans 12:2 is a popular scripture about not conforming to the patterns of this world and allowing our transformation to take place through the r...2024-10-0313 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm34 | Exhausted & Overwhelmed & Burnt Out From 2024- Find Out How You Can Finish S.T.R.O.N.G. Without Any Of Those FeelingsHow in the hee haw are we here already?! The last quarter of the year is upon us. Cue all the holiday stress, obligations, parties, hosting, running around etc…. But what if this year was different? What if you chose to have a different perspective on what finishing strong meant?! When we can be intentional in choosing how we show up in the last three months of the year I believe that we can accomplish so much more- not by doing more, but by simply being! The more will come, from our source, Jesus. In our b...2024-09-3026 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm33 | Motherhood Mini-Series Part 3: Four Ways to Embrace Various Seasons of MotherhoodThe days are long but the years are short. Time flies when you are raising children, like so fast, right?! I know that as a mama you want to soak up every moment that you can and maybe even the thought of being intentional can overwhelm you. I want you to release any negative feelings that you may be carrying and realize the amazing job you are doing! We are talking about different ways to embrace the seasons we will go through in our motherhood and how to “grow in character daily”. I hope that as thi...2024-09-2320 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm32 | Motherhood Mini-Series Part 2: 3 Areas to Consider In Developing Lasting Confidence As A MomWe are back for Part 2 of the Motherhood Series and talking about all things CONFIDENCE. Where does it ultimately come from and how can we continue to develop it as our Motherhood progresses. So many of us don’t even like to admit this is an area we need help with and in choosing that we will remain in feelings of frustration, exhaustion and isolation. I read a quote that says “I will not waste today believing things you did not say” and I believe that so many of us can relate with allowing the lies or...2024-09-1625 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm31 | Motherhood Mini-Series Part 1: Healing From The Hurt So You Can Pass The Blessings DownMotherhood- the craziest hood out there! This episode is the beginning of a mini-series on Motherhood and I wanted to start off with how important it is to stay committed to your healing. Jesus may be in your heart, but Grandpa is still in your bones meaning that past trauma- if not dealt with will continue to transfer through your lineage, if you aren’t willing to do something about it. If you are familiar with the term “stronghold”, all families have them, it’s something that has a “strong hold” that may have lasted for generations...2024-09-0917 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm30 | Unlocking the Power of Endurance from Life’s Setbacks- Turning Your Pain Into PurposeToday I wanted to share a little more of my story with you and the significance of this new month we are stepping into. Hello, September- it has been one of high-highs and low-lows from my birthday & wedding anniversary and also the tragic loss of my brother. Who you surround yourself with in life matters, especially when you are on your healing journey. No matter what type of loss or trial you may have experienced or are currently facing- culture can tell us something completely different than what God’s word does. God reminds us in H...2024-09-0220 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm29 | Exposing the Deep Fakes in your Daily Life & How They Can Be Preventing You From Doing the Hard ThingsHey friend! Did you know that you can do hard things?! Today we are looking at the science behind leveraging dopamine to help us take on these challenging things. Dopamine is basically our brain's reward system and we are going to learn the difference between the fake and the natural examples. After this episode I am confident that you will have a better understanding of how your daily activities contribute to building up or breaking down the idea of doing hard things! We are in this together girl, let’s keep going, one step at a ti...2024-08-2622 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm28 | Is Fear Keeping You Stuck in Life: Practical Tools for the Woman Who is Ready to Face Everything And RiseWhat would your life look like if you weren’t scared?! I am sure we can all come up with huge lists of the things that we would hope to accomplish. But what if you changed your perspective of the role that fear could play in your life?! What if you decided to face those fears and even bring them along with you?! Today we are talking about how to no longer let your fears keep you stuck in life. It sounds way easier said than done, and when you realize that the waiting game you...2024-08-1914 min

Genius in You | Grow A Profitable Online Coaching Business, Online Marketing, Christian Women Sales, Messaging, Midlife, Brand Story97. Should You Start A Membership Program? w/Joy JohnsonHey friend, Are you curious about what it looks like to have a membership community? In this episode, I sit down with membership program expert, Joy Johnson, to explore the pros and cons of launching a membership program for your business. We'll dive into the benefits of building a loyal customer base and how to create a strong community. Joy also shares some practical tips on choosing the right platform, creating a culture and other essential tools for success. Whether you're considering a membership or just curious about the...2024-08-1633 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm27 | The Truth About Women’s Hormonal Health- What You Need to Know to Best Advocate for Yourself with Expert Kat GarciaToday you are getting a sneak peak inside the Joyful Fit Life Community as we had our first ever guest speaker sharing about all things Women’s Hormonal Health. We focus on a different topic each month in the community and for July it was Wellness. With so much information and misinformation when it comes to women’s health I wanted to bring in the expert to set us all straight. Whether you have experienced the highs and lows that hormones can bring us or this is a completely new topic of wellness for you, I know...2024-08-1238 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm26 | The Journey in Developing Your God Dream- How to Grow & Take Micro-Actions in Your God-fidence and What He Has Called You to Do with Guest Kelly ThompsonHey friend, today you are in for a treat as we get to hear from my friend Kelly Thompson who is a wife, a mom, an author, speaker and the Founder of the Package Your Genius Virtual Summit. She is the host of the wildly popular podcast, the Genius in You, that features mid-life women who use their genius to make an impact and an income. We are discussing all about how to take “micro- actions” in who you are becoming so you can be a blessing to others. Despite what fear you may be stuck...2024-08-0531 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm25 | Time Management Tips for the Busy Woman Who is Sick of Hiding Behind The Excuse “I need more time”Listen friend, we have all said those infamous words “I’m just so busy”, “ I have no time” or “ I need to have better time management”...but have we really done anything about it?! Saying this with love and speaking from experience because this was something I had to take responsibility for as well. The reality is that managing our time will be something that we will be constantly doing because life happens, seasons change and we are always in that process of becoming. As you listen I want you to take responsibility for the area(s) that yo...2024-07-2918 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm24 | Part 3: Struggling with Consistency?! A fresh perspective to help you develop a life rhythm that best serves you in this seasonWe are back for the last part talking about all things consistency. How do you maintain consistency in your life…you have to be willing to look forward and accurately assess what is working for you and where you will need to make adjustments. The beauty of living a lifestyle of consistency is that your life will be an example to those that you love and lead. We know that consistency doesn’t have to be all or nothing, it’s in the show up and the continual “check-ins” that will produce the fruit in your lives...2024-07-2214 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm23 | Part 2: Struggling with Consistency?! A fresh perspective to help you develop a life rhythm that best serves you in this seasonWe are back again with part 2 of our consistency mini series! Today we are defining all that consistency is and what it is NOT! If we are not careful we will believe that we have to be doing the most, at all times to see consistency produced in our lives. Take a deep breath and give yourself grace to start small and embrace the power of the show up, not striving for perfection. There will be no recipes for burnout and overwhelm here, I promise you. Scriptures referenced: Hebrews 13:8 ...2024-07-1816 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm22 | Part 1: Struggling with Consistency?! A fresh perspective to help you develop a life rhythm that best serves you in this seasonHey friend! We say we need more of it in our lives [consistency], but are we willing to ask ourselves WHAT that actually means!? In part 1 of this “mini” series I am challenging you to look at your life and the things you desire, and then begin to ask yourself where you are making time for them to show up. It can be super easy to look at the lives of others and say “I want that’, “I’m going to try what worked for so and so” but they are not YOU. They don’t have your schedu...2024-07-1515 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm21 | 3 Ways to Better Your Communication as a Wife to Bring More Freedom to Your Marriage & RelationshipsToday I am sharing a question that was asked on the inside of The Joyful Fit Life Community on one of our message boards. The question was asked ‘How do you stay on the same page as your spouse”... this was in regards to communication and I thought it would be great to share here as well. Communication is something that we all do, AND open, honest, healthy communication is something that takes time, practice and A LOT of JESUS! My desire is that after this episode you will have 3 more tips or...2024-07-0820 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm20 | Is this ONE type of thinking contributing to the negative thoughts that are keeping you stuck in life? Reflection vs Rumination and what you need to know about them...In today’s episode we take a look at the differences between reflection and rumination and the role they play in our thought life. What we focus on grows and if we are women who are on their journey to becoming all that God has created them to be, we need the necessary tools that will contribute to our growth, not hinder it. Thoughts that begin from reflection can often lead to rumination without even realizing it. These thoughts of rumination can become second nature and lead to deeper negative thinking patterns that can affect our...2024-07-0123 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm19 | 3 Unique Ways to Reflect on the First Half of 2024 to Bring You More PeaceHow in the world are we almost halfway done with 2024? Time flies when you are on your Journey to Becoming! At the beginning of the year we often set big goals & dreams for the new year ahead and about 3 months in, the momentum begins to die down. We continue to believe that in order to achieve massive results, we need massive action (which isn’t true). The negative thoughts then begin to kick in that we maybe haven’t done enough, that we failed in areas of life, yet again. We are going to combat that t...2024-06-2417 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm18 | The Ultimate Weight Loss Episode - Learning to Recognize, Release & Lose The [Mental] Weight For GoodSummertime is upon us and we know all too well that “losing weight” can quickly become a part of everyone’s goals. In this episode, we aren’t addressing physical weight loss tips, but taking a deeper dive in how to release and lose the mental weight. The weight of other people’s opinions, fear of failure and self-sabotage has quickly become a weight that we have learned to carry year after year, and for some, even decades. This all stops today. I want to invite you in honest reflection to take a step backwards in finding t...2024-06-1725 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm17 | “Why Am I So Distracted, Overwhelmed & Hurried all the time?!” Bringing Awareness to These Dangers in LifeYou, distracted?! No way… Have you ever been called out because you were not fully present and quickly got defensive about it?! Ok good, I knew I wasn’t the only one! Distractions are robbing us of our time yet we are oblivious to it because it has become a societal norm. Our days are constantly bombarded with interruptions, alerts & notifications. It is no wonder why we feel the absolute need to multitask and do it all! I want to shed light on this topic because I believe that once we...2024-06-1031 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm16 | 3 Tips For The Woman That Feels Behind In Life…In this episode we are getting honest again, because hello, that’s what we do here…coming off an entire month dedicated to our mental health, it can be easy to believe the lie that we are a little behind in life. That my friend, is the furthest thing from the truth. Today I get to share with you 3 Tips to help remind you that you are exactly where you need to be. From comparison, to trusting and focusing on what we are saying yes to, I know that you will be able to identify with a...2024-06-0325 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm15 | Mental Health in Contribution- Doing what God called you to do without overcomplicating it as a Christian Woman Entrepreneur with Taneshia YerbyWe are wrapping up Mental Health awareness month and ending on a high note. Today we have the woman behind the always encouraging IG account for Christian Women Entrepreneurs @ceoforwomen, Taneshia with us and she drops all the GOLD! When thinking of the word contribution it can be easy to shrink back into negative narratives, imposter syndrome and comparison. Taneshia shares from her own life experiences how over the years she has viewed success in other ways than data. She has had many “passion projects” as an entrepreneur and has been able to keep going becaus...2024-05-2733 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm14 | Mental Health in Wellness Part 2- Ask a Therapist- Getting Down to the Basics of Mental Health with Jen AlleyIn this episode we are continuing the conversation about Mental Health with Therapist, Jen Alley. Now that we have laid a foundation, we get to explore the purpose of slowing down in the extremely hurried world that we live in. One of my favorite things she shared in our time together is “neurons that fire together, wire together” speaking to the power that takes place in our brains when an experience is repeated over and over again. Jen also shares with us WHY healthy habits that contribute to our Mental Wellness are so important and necess...2024-05-2334 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm13 | Mental Health in Wellness Part 1- Ask a Therapist- Getting Down to the Basics of Mental Health with Jen AlleyIn this episode we are discussing the answers to some questions that you may have had about the foundations of mental health, but haven’t had access to the right people. We sit down with Jen Alley who has 15 years of experience in the mental health field as a therapist and the clarity she brings to this is so refreshing to this highly stigmatized topic. If you have been wondering more about the basics of mental health such as: when, where and how to find the right therapist for you and so much more, this epis...2024-05-2030 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm12 | Mental Health in Relationships- Healing from Anxiety, Self- Harm & the Mother/Daughter RelationshipIn this episode here from a beautiful mother/daughter duo that speaks from a place of healing that only Jesus can bring. Cindy and Laila are open, honest and transparent about Laila’s 3 year journey in working through her anxiety, self harm and suicidal thoughts that began for her in junior high. The freedom that they can both speak from is a testament to their unwavering trust in God and also reminds us that yes, we serve a God of miracles AND there is a process to the healing journey that is all in God’s perf...2024-05-1338 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm11 | Mental Health in Faith- Jesus Immerse My Mind with Ps. Marie SilvaIn honor of May being Mental Health Awareness month we are taking a look at different areas that mental health shows up in. Within the Journey to Becoming Roadmap which is the framework taught inside the Joyful Fit Life Community, we focus on 4 areas of life, Faith, Relationships, Wellness & Contribution. Today we are discussing how to use our Faith to combat the lies, generational strongholds and half truths we all struggle with. My spiritual mother, Pastor Marie Silva is joining us to share from her recent book “Immersed” and how we must invite Jesus to immers...2024-05-0646 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm10 | Sharing my Testimony Part 2- The "Joy" behind the Journey, navigating loss from suicide & overcoming toxic family patternsContinuing from Part 1 of my testimony, today I am sharing about the loss of another family member to suicide, my brother. As if losing your mom wasn’t hard enough, 20 years later I relived my worst nightmare. It was three days before my wedding day when I received a call from my Dad telling me to come home. To my dismay learning that my brother took his life caused so much pain again, and this time even more vivid as I was now an adult. Navigating loss around yet another huge moment in your life is s...2024-04-2924 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm09 | Sharing my Testimony Part 1- The "Joy" behind the Journey, navigating loss from suicide & overcoming toxic family patterns In this episode I am sharing with you about my personal testimony and what God has done in my life. I lost my mom when I was 6 years old, she had succumbed to a deep depression and took her own life. Growing up without a mom I had to navigate feeling “less than” which contributed to a heavy lack/poverty mentality. I share some defining moments growing up as I began to share about the loss and realized that there was healing in speaking about the pain. My empathy grew for others so deeply that I began to keep a jo...2024-04-2225 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm08 | Emotional Health- What is it and how it could be the missing piece to your transformation as a Christian Woman08 | Emotional Health- What is it and how it could be the missing piece to your transformation as a Christian Woman In this episode we explore what Emotional Health is for those that may not fully understand what it actually is and how to grow in this area. Emotional Health has played a huge role in my transformation into all I am becoming as a wife, mom, daughter, mentor, coach etc , but first I had to quit. QUIT?! You may be thinking, “isn’t quitting bad?!” Well, not in this case, it has been the HEALTHIEST thing I...2024-04-1529 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm*BONUS - Hey Woman of God, Listen to this Bible Verse & Prayer Over Your Busy Life TodayHey friend! Have you ever had one of those days where you were like ummm God where are you, I need you! I need a word, I need encouragement over my life. You are secretly longing for someone to text you or ask how you are doing?! I cannot be the only one…Well, my friend, this may just be the encouragement that you needed today! I felt this in my spirit and wanted to be obedient so I am sharing one of my favorite verses with you and declaring a prayer over your life toda...2024-04-1111 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm07 | Releasing the past version of yourself, to make room for all that you are becoming as a woman of GodWe all know that “nothing changes if nothing changes”, but what does that mean for you as a woman of God who is on her journey to becoming all that God created you to be?! We are talking all about that in today’s episode. Why is it so hard to release the old patterns?! They are what has shaped so much of our lives and can very often be all that we know and so comfortable. I know that what God wants to do within your life will absolutely be worth the WORK that it will...2024-04-0820 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm06 | Life lessons learned from running a marathon- and the best part is, you don’t have to run it for yourself!This episode is super special because I get to share a recent win that my husband and I trained for over the past 6 months. We completed the LA Marathon on March 17, 2024 and learned so much throughout the process that I know can be applied to many different areas of life. Rather than give you tips for how to remain dedicated or consistent, I am sharing with you 4 “When you Embrace…” statements learned through the past 6 months that carried us through the training and helped us stay focused on our why. Don’t get me wro...2024-04-0130 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm05 | Taking action vs. Being in Motion as a Christian woman, how to build momentum with clarity.Today we are chatting about the differences between taking action and being in motion: what the difference is and why it matters to you as a woman who is on her Journey to Becoming all that God has created her to be! One of the books I reference to help shift my perspective on this is Atomic Habits by James Clear, a definite 10/10 recommend! There is no doubt that you have all the best of intentions when it comes to bettering yourself in life. Everyone wants it, and yet there are few people who can bu...2024-03-2527 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm04 | 5 Tips to creating a morning routine that best serves you as a busy wife, mama & woman of GodIn this episode I am sharing with you 5 tips to help you create a morning routine that best serves you! It can be very easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing and quickly compare yourself to a perfected curated “morning routine” post- that may not even be real. If it doesn’t serve you, it won’t last, period. Creating a morning routine has been a complete game changer in my life. It has contributed so much peace to the start of my day first for myself and then trickles in to how I...2024-03-1823 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm03 | Living with Vision as a Christian Woman- How & where to start even if you feel you are too busyIn this episode we are talking all things Vision! If you are already feeling a little stressed like uhhh I am not sure how to even begin to think about vision because I am just trying to make it one day at a time, you are not alone! It can be very common to feel that way and some women have even shared that they are embarrassed to admit that they are not living with vision at all. This episode is going to bring you the clarity that you need to start! Starting right where yo...2024-03-1120 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm02 | The sky is not the limit, your mind is—exposing 3 common limiting beliefs that are holding you back from living out your full potential in life. In this episode we are about to expose some unseen things that are keeping us stuck in life. Things that if we are not careful can stand in the way of our Journey to Becoming and operating out of our God given identity. I am talking about limiting beliefs. These are beliefs that limit us and are the exact opposite of what God says about us and wants for us. They are also oftentimes rooted in past negative experiences— it’s’ time to think and dig deep! I share the top 3 limiting beliefs that I believe...2024-03-0428 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm01 | The Journey to Becoming- What this means for you as a woman of God and how to practically apply this to your life.In this first episode I share my heart behind the “Journey to Becoming”, and what I hope to it mean for your life as well. I am taking you back to about 5 years ago when a friend was praying over me and shared that she felt God telling me to slow down. Slowing down was the absolute furthest thing from my mind. I was team “I can do everything all at the same time” and I wanted to run my race at MY pace. Well, that was a recipe for disaster, burn out and overwhelm. Can you...2024-02-2620 min

The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce OverwhelmAccepting the invitation for your Journey to BecomingThe podcast you need in your life as a Christian woman who is ready to step into all that God created them to be. Are you sick and tired of feeling stuck in life? Do you deal with crippling fear & doubt that can invade your mind at any given moment and weighs you down mentally? Do you find yourself struggling with your self-worth and confidence when it comes to putting yourself first? Have you wrestled with the desire to grow deeper in relationship with God and see His plan for your l...2024-02-0603 min

The MSK ProjectProject 07: Creativity in ChristOn today's episode we discuss creativity within our Christian walk.2023-01-2122 min

The Servant Leader Coaches Bible StudyThe Fruit of the Spirit: "Joy" with Minister Uduak Isaiah , Christian Speaker and Revivalist (Nigeria)In the series of "The Fruit of the Spirit in Leader we hear a message on "Joy." **Please bear with the connection as we were streaming internationally and had some difficulty,. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefranjohn/supportSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-servant-leader-coaches-bible-study9737/exclusive-content 2021-08-2759 min

NRJohnson Sermon PodcastThe Christian Mindset 07 - A Life of Prayer and Supplication (Philippians 4:6)In lesson six of the Christian Mindset series, we talked that a Christian's life is to be marked by peace, joy, and calm regardless of circumstance or situation. In short, there should be no fear, worry, anxiety, foreboding, fretting, or panic in a Christian's life.Instead, Paul tells us in Philippians 4:6 that a believer's life is to be marked by prayer.What if every situation of my life didn't produce anxiety but rather pushed me to Jesus in greater intimacy, trust, and dependence?In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson looks at the Christian...2020-10-2250 min

Singles ExchangeDiscourse on dating: Dating & DivinityJoy J. along with special guests Rick’l Bell and Steward Stiles, dive into aspects of Christian dating.2020-10-2046 min

NRJohnson Sermon PodcastThe Christian Mindset 06 - Four Ways to Not be Anxious or Fearful (Philippians 4:6)Hundreds of times throughout Scripture we are told not to fear, worry, be anxious, forebode, fret, or panic.As Christians, we are to be marked by peace, joy, and calm.Yet how can we as believers live amidst a chaotic world with a joyful serenity and peace?Paul declares in Philippians 4:6 that there is no reason to be anxious and commands us to be "anxious for nothing." Yet while he gives the command, he also gives us the secret to living without fear.In this expositional message, Nathan Johnson looks at...2020-09-2451 min

Daily Thunder Podcast425: Always Rejoicing in the Lord (Philippians 4:4) // The Christian Mindset 03 (Nathan Johnson)Speaker: Nathan JohnsonSeries: The Christian MindsetStudy: 03 – Always Rejoicing in the Lord (Philippians 4:4) As we continue our series examining the "Christian mindset" we examine Paul's audacious statement to "rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice!" What does it mean to have joy in every circumstance and situation and how can we practically live this way? In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson explores joy and how we as Christians can live every moment rejoicing despite our circumstances or situations.2020-08-1458 min

NRJohnson Sermon PodcastThe Christian Mindset 03 - Rejoice in the Lord … Always! (Philippians 4:4)As we continue our series examining the "Christian mindset" we examine Paul's audacious statement to "rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice!" What does it mean to have joy in every circumstance and situation and how can we practically live this way? In this expositional sermon, Nathan Johnson explores joy and how we as Christians can live every moment rejoicing despite our circumstances or situations.Twelve Reflections on Joy:We must know the source of joy Joy is a fruit … the natural outflow of the life of the Spirit within us...2020-08-1356 min

GraceTalk!®GraceTalk!...with Pastor Joy JohnsonJoy Johnson is the senior pastor and founder of Higher Hope Christian Church in Sacramento, California. God has appointed her and her husband to proclaim the gospel to those outside of or on the margins of faith and social acceptance.Pastor Johnson was ordained to preach the gospel in October 1997. She earned her Doctorate degree in Theology from the Sacramento Theological Seminary in 2002. She was appointed Executive Pastor at Faith Fellowship Community Church in 2003 and later served as Interim Senior Pastor until 2007. Believing that the Church has a responsibility to serve the temporal as well as...2010-01-1545 min