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The Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog236. Grace Over Guilt: How to Love and Lead Well Through Seasons of Relational StrainGet on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE.
In this heartfelt episode, Tanya explores a topic many women quietly carry — the pain of feeling shut out by those we love. Whether it’s strained relationships with adult children, in-laws, close friends, siblings or even spouses, this kind of relational heartache leaves us wondering: How did we get here… and how do we heal?
Tanya shares practical, faith-rooted wisdom on how to respond with grace instead of guilt, humility over defensiveness, and love without manipulation. She reminds us that leadership isn’t just about our titles o...2025-07-1516 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog231. When Normal Isn’t Optimal: What My Labs Revealed—and Why You Deserve to Feel Better Before You Get Sick🤒Get on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE.
If you’re constantly tired, struggling with brain fog, or just feel off—but your doctor says your labs look “normal”—this episode is for you. Tanya shares the deeply personal results of her own foundational functional lab testing and explains why so many high-capacity women are dismissed by conventional medicine. You'll learn what functional labs can reveal that standard testing misses, how chronic stress hijacks your health before disease shows up, and why now is the best time to start healing.
Whether you’re in perimenopaus...2025-06-1716 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog207. Is Stress Killing You?! The Hidden Dangers of Chronic Stress and What You Can Do About It In this episode of [Your Podcast Name], Tanya dives deep into the surprising and dangerous health effects of both chronic and hidden stress. As Christian women in leadership and healthcare, we often wear invisible capes while juggling roles, expectations, and emotional burdens—leaving our bodies and spirits running on empty.
Tanya unpacks how stress, both known and hidden, impacts hormones, gut health, immune function, and even spiritual well-being. She also shares how chronic stress can lead to adrenal dysfunction, mood swings, thyroid issues, and the stubborn fatigue and weight gain many busy women face.
You'll lea...2025-03-2514 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog106. 10 Communication Mistakes to Avoid as a Woman in LeadershipCommunication is truly the foundation from which effective leadership is built. It is the vehicle through which we articulate our vision, convey expectations, inspire action, and help our people feel heard, seen, and valued. Effective communication enables leaders to establish rapport and cultivate trust. Poor communication can do the exact opposite, and it will cripple your ability to be an effective leader. Today on this Quick Tip Tuesday episode, I am going to go over 10 common communication mistakes to avoid as a woman in leadership.
By avoiding common communication mistakes and prioritizing active listening, empathy, and open...2024-01-3026 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog105. A Deeper Look at the Protection God Offers Us in Psalm 91:1-4 ✝️Have you ever really looked at and thought about the promises in Psalm 91? Most of us have heard the Psalm several times, but have you dissected it verse by verse? I am doing a daily study right now of Psalm 91, and it has been very powerful to break down the scripture and really soak in the protection God has for us. This psalm reveals God’s nature and the conditions required for us to enjoy His protection.
Psalm 91 is the one place in scripture where all of God’s protection promises are brought together in one col...2024-01-2412 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog104. 4 Steps to Go Paperless and Get Organized as a Busy Professional WomanI am coming back to the topic of decluttering and getting organized. I have to tell you about my recent break up with paper…26 years’ worth of paper! Today I take you through my 4-step process for going (almost) paperless and getting more organized.
Over the Christmas break, my daughter was home. I had shared with her my goals around decluttering and that the paper thing was probably the most daunting. Well, she got the process started and we accomplished a lot!
We applied my 4 step process to decluttering, and I went from a...2024-01-2319 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog103. Learn How to Practice the 80/20 Rule for Effective Time Management. ⌛Have you ever heard of the Pareto Principle, otherwise known as the 80/20 rule? Well, it is a really interesting principle that states that 80% of consequences come from 20% of actions – and it has been shown to hold true for many different aspects of life and business. It has even become a way to improve time management and enhance productivity.
As I began to look at my days and how I function, this principle holds true when it comes to what I accomplish. And, as I have come to understand that, it changes how I schedule my most imp...2024-01-1715 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog102. Am I Allowed to Be Human as a Christian Woman in Leadership? 🥴I have to come clean… I struggled to sit down and record this episode. It’s not that I don’t want to hang out with all of you lovely people. Knowing you are out there, serving you, and knowing you are generous enough to give me a little bit of your very valuable and limited time is among the greatest blessings in my life right now.
I was struggling to show up this week because I am human. The past several weeks have been shining examples of my humanness. Much like many of you, I sometimes...2024-01-1615 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog101. 6 Strategies for Professional Women to Declutter Your Schedule and Prioritize What Matters Most.Today we are going to get back to the topic of Decluttering. I told you that I am determined to do some decluttering this winter, and it doesn’t just apply to things in my home.
As professional women, the demands of work, family, and personal commitments can often leave us feeling stretched very thin. Juggling multiple responsibilities can be challenging, but we do have some control over our time and we can be intentional to focus on what matters most. But, in order to focus on what matters, we need to quit wearing “busy” as a badge...2024-01-1020 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog100. 5 Tips to Remain Calm When Faced with Criticism 🤨 as a Leader.On the roller coaster ride of leadership, criticism in some form or fashion is inevitable. Criticism can be extremely hard to handle, leader or not. As leaders, the reality is that we are likely going to receive more than our fair share. You need to expect it and learn to accept it as part of the job.
That is far easier said than done. Being a leader does not make us any less human or any less vulnerable to our feelings. I had a recent experience in which I was faced with criticism, but I was abl...2024-01-0918 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog99. Trusting the Lord’s Guidance: ✝️5 Practical Ways to Surrender to God’s Plan.Trusting the Guide… Trusting God’s plan for our lives…
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, filled with uncertainties and possibilities, I want to focus on the hope that accompanies the journey ahead. Many people are setting resolutions and goals, but there is a deeper truth that God has been planting in my heart as to what is to be my word and theme for 2024.
God has been pointing me toward the word “Trust” for 2024 and the phrase “Trust the Guide” with the Guide meaning the Lord. For those of you...2024-01-0315 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog98. Mastering Management: 7 Secrets of the Most Successful Bosses.In the world of management, there are those who rise above the rest. These successful bosses seem to effortlessly run teams, inspire innovation, and drive their businesses to new levels. But what is their secret? How do they master the art of management?
In this episode, we delve into the 7 secrets of the most successful bosses and uncover the skills and strategies that set them apart.
From effective communication to strategic decision-making, these leaders understand the importance of creating a positive work environment and motivating their teams. They know how to le...2024-01-0218 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog97. 🪴G.R.O.W Into an Effective Communicator Using This 4-Step Approach to Difficult Conversations.Welcome to another episode on the Grace Filled Leader podcast, where it is my mission to help you become fueled by grace and find freedom from people pleasing so that you can create more time for the things that matter most while elevating your impact as a Christian woman in leadership.
I was in a situation recently that required me to have a rather difficult conversation with a team member, and I wanted to be sure that I approached the conversation with intention and calm, and in such a way that would be less likely t...2023-12-2717 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog96. A Change in Perspective: Did I Just Coach My Mom?! 😮Last week we talked about how our mindset can impact our version of the truth, and that the truth that we create in our minds may not be The Truth. So much of the work that I do with clients is around a shift in mindset. When we stop to challenge our thoughts, hold them in the light alongside actual truth, and choose a different way of thinking, it can be life changing. How we experience life is largely due to how we choose to respond to our thoughts and feelings.
I had an unexpected bles...2023-12-2614 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog95. Decluttering the Heart and Mind: A Biblical Perspective.Amidst the chaos and noise of the modern world, the Bible provides a guiding light toward the timeless practice of decluttering. Beyond tidying up physical spaces, the Bible encourages us to embark on an inner journey, clearing the clutter from our hearts and minds. Today I want to explore how biblical principles can serve as a compass for achieving mental and emotional clarity.
Today we are talking about 6 biblical themes that align with the notion of decluttering our hearts and minds.
Simplicity and Contentment
Renewing the Mind
Casting Away Anxieties
Sabath Rest for...2023-12-2012 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog94. 😇The Divine Nature of Decluttering: Living Like Jesus.Is it possible that decluttering is actually divine? Does organizing go beyond the physical and align with biblical principles? Well let’s look first at who we strive to model our lives after. As Christians, we are to seek more and more to live like Jesus. He is our example, our instruction manual for living.
In a world obsessed with accumulation and excess, the life of Jesus stands as a timeless example of simplicity and purpose. Beyond the historical narrative, Jesus' way of life provides a profound blueprint for decluttering—both in physical possessions and, perhaps...2023-12-1913 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog93. Find Calm in the Chaos through Bible Study (Part 2) with Rosie AlejandroDo you long to have calm amidst the chaos? Do you want to get more consistent with your time with God, or are you in a bit of a dry spell when it comes to studying God’s word? Well today’s episode is for you! I am continuing my conversation with Rosie Alejandro, host of The Intentional Christian Woman Podcast.
Rosie is a Certified Mindset Coach, Educator, and Spiritual Growth Mentor. Through a Bible Study routine, she helps busy Christian women find calm in the chaos. She is the creator and host of The Intentional Christian Woman p...2023-12-1317 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog92. Find Calm in the Chaos through Bible Study (Part 1) with Rosie AlejandroDo you long to have calm amidst the chaos? Do you want to get more consistent with your time with God, or are you in a bit of a dry spell when it comes to studying God’s word? Well today’s episode is for you! I have a special guest today. Rosie Alejandro, host of The Intentional Christian Woman Podcast, is joining me for a great conversation around creating a bible study routine, no matter how much time you do (or don’t) have! (This is part one of a two part conversation.)
Rosie is a Certif...2023-12-1225 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog91. The Impact of Mindset: Your Truth May Not Be THE Truth.The Impact of Mindset:
Our mindset, the mental framework through which we view the world, plays a pivotal role in shaping our reality. A fixed mindset, rooted in inflexible beliefs and a reluctance to entertain alternative perspectives, can limit personal growth and hinder meaningful connections. On the other hand, a growth mindset, characterized by openness, adaptability, and a willingness to learn, fosters resilience and enriches our understanding of the world.
Embracing a growth mindset involves acknowledging that our truth is just one of many possible interpretations. Our truth is not necessarily THE TRUTH. By...2023-12-0621 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog90. Advent: Anticipating the Arrival of a Savior.If you have grown up in the church or are a practicing Christian, chances are you are familiar with the season of Advent. I remember watching another advent candle being lit during church service each week to represent an aspect of advent. But what is advent, anyway? Do we stop and think about advent in an intentional and meaningful way?
I will speak for myself in saying that I certainly have not done a bang-up job of that over the years. In the weeks leading up to Christmas, I am typically fighting overwhelm and anxiety as I c...2023-12-0514 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog89. Let’s Get Organized! My 4 Step Process to Reducing Clutter.Do you want to declutter your mind, schedule and home?
Today I am going to get the ball rolling for an upcoming mission to get organized! I am going to start a series on decluttering and getting organized. We are going to talk about decluttering our mind, decluttering our schedules, and decluttering our homes.
Now, calm down…I can feel you getting a little overwhelmed just thinking about it…. Or maybe that is just me. lol. I know what it is like to be working full time, managing a home and now preparing for the holi...2023-11-2909 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog88. If You Want to Be Organized, You Must Do This One Thing FIRST.The holidays are always a time of year during which I get restless and frustrated about my house and how organized it is not. I just want to take a month off to get organized. I think to myself, “then I would feel like I can really stay caught up and manage my time better at work and at home.”
Getting organized would solve all of our problems, right? Well…before you can truly get and stay organized, there is something you have to do first. You have to get rid of what doesn’t belong. This...2023-11-2816 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog87. 10 Tips to Prevent or Reduce Anxiety 😰 During the HolidaysAre you feeling anxious the closer we get to Christmas?
Do you ever feel like the oddball during the holiday season… while others are getting excited for the festivities and basking in the joy of all that goes along with planning and preparing for gatherings and gift giving, you feel a growing sense of anxiety and overwhelm? Maybe I am the only weirdo on the planet, but I really have to work at not getting overwhelmed and anxious between mid-November and the first of the year. I feel an obligation to decorate my home and start...2023-11-2220 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog85. 5 Reasons Why It is Important to Dream as a Christian Woman. 😊💭Do you allow yourself to dream? Are your dreams big or small? Coming from a background of scarcity and living too often in fear of failure instead of faith in the unfathomable, I have not often allowed myself to dream, especially not big dreams. However, I am learning that God wants us to dream because he has very big plans for our lives… plans that may seem impossible to us but are definitely possible for God.
I recently had the opportunity to get away for a women’s dream planning retreat in beautiful San Diego. It was su...2023-11-1517 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog84. _10_Symptoms of High Functioning Anxiety 😰and What to Do About It.Have you ever been described as or described yourself as being a perfectionist, people-pleaser, Type A personality, over-achiever, or do you find yourself in a perpetual state of “busyness”? I hate to break it to you, but these might be some indicators that you struggle with high-functioning anxiety.
No need for shame, friend. I have been there for more years than I can count. The Lord has shown me so much more freedom from this and it has transformed my life. I love to help other women find freedom from similar struggles.
High-func...2023-11-1420 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog83. Are You Emotionally Intelligent or Just Emotional? 😭Those of you who know me know that I cry very easily when it comes to things that I am passionate about or people I care about. I think that is part of who I am, I wear my heart on my sleeve I guess. I like to think it is more about loving people deeply and being authentically compassionate.
That being said, I also have a history of being emotionally triggered by my vulnerabilities. If I felt self-doubt, fear or criticism, I struggled to control my emotions. I am still not immune but have seen...2023-11-0816 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog82. Emotional Intelligence:🤔What Is It and Why Is It Essential in Leadership?If you had something you needed to get off your chest and you needed to talk to someone you know would listen, understand and help you feel better, who would that be? What makes them your go-to person? Chances are, that person has a fairly high EQ…they likely have a high level of emotional intelligence.
But what does that even mean? And how is developing your emotional intelligence essential for effective leadership? Well that is what we are talking about today.
Emotional intelligence in leadership is about recognizing the impact of emotion...2023-11-0714 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog81. 8 Ways the Enemy 😈Tries to Distract Us From Following Jesus.In Episode 80, we talked about how we can get distracted with our time when we are overwhelmed and we don’t have solid systems in place to focus our time and thoughts. This got me to thinking about the spiritual application of distraction. There are many ways that the enemy tries to destroy us and if he can’t destroy us, he will distract us, trying to steal our attention away from God and God’s promises.
Distractions are designed to get you off course from God’s will. The enemy wants you so caught up in your o...2023-11-0318 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog80. Are Distractions Derailing Your Productivity? My #1️⃣Secret to Doing More in Less Time.Do you ever find that the more you have to do, and the more overwhelmed you start to feel, the more distracted you get and the less productive you are? Chances are, that is because you do not have an effective system for tackling your projects and tasks. Today I am going to share my secret to limiting distractions and getting more done in less time.
I have spent a fair amount of time gaining self-awareness and observing other professionals. I see the entire spectrum from people who function in complete “fight or flight”, fire-fighting, chaotic and reactive...2023-10-3017 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog79. 🏃♀️ Perseverance: 3 Ways to Run the Race Set Before YouToday we are talking about perseverance through challenges. This past weekend, I and many of my team members were the medical support for a local marathon, and it inspired me to do this episode from a biblical perspective of our race this side of heaven.
Many times in the bible, our life as a Christian is described as a race. We are training for the eternal prize that awaits us, and each day presents new challenges that test our dependence on our power source. We know that God has provided the path we’re supposed to t...2023-10-2716 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog78. ⌛The Art of Time Management Using a Day PlannerAre you struggling to keep up with your busy schedule? Finding it difficult to prioritize tasks and stay organized? If so, you are going to love today’s episode!
In today's fast-paced world, juggling multiple responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. But with the right tools and techniques, you can regain control of your time and maximize your productivity. A day planner is not just a notebook or calendar; it's a powerful tool that helps you strategize and make the most out of each day, week or year.
Today I am talking about...2023-10-2322 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog68. 10 Steps to Break Free From People-PleasingToday’s topic is one that is all too familiar to me and the women I coach. In fact, a recent coaching session is what inspired this episode. As I work with women to create more time in their busy lives for the things that matter most, it is almost a universal theme that the foundation of their time management challenges comes from a deeply ingrained pattern of people pleasing, overachieving, and/or approval seeking. Success in time management truly becomes a by-product of working through the deeper issues and patterns that get us to a place of constant “busy ne...2023-09-1815 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog67. Paralyzed by Perfectionism? 3 Reasons to Accept B+ Work.Today’s episode might make some of you squirm in your seats a little. Many of us tend to be overachievers, people pleasers, and perfectionists. We function at a high level of integrity and accountability. That is really great, and has probably contributed to our success by the world’s standards. But is there a point at which it is costly?
Do you sometimes get paralyzed by your perfectionism? Well, today we are talking about 3 reasons why we should be willing to accept B+ work….heck….even A- work.
As I work with women t...2023-09-1518 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog66. 9/11/01. A Day We Will Never Forget. 22 Years Later, How Different Things Are.If you are listening when this episode airs, it is September 11th, 2023. 22 years ago today marks a day in our nation’s history most of us will never forget. We watched as our great nation was under attack. Today is a little bit of a break from our typical subject matter, but I thought it worth remembering this day 22 years ago, juxtaposed against where we find ourselves today. You may agree or disagree with some of my opinions and perspectives, and that’s absolutely ok, but I am going to be honest about what I remember about that day and our...2023-09-1112 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog65. Learn How to Treat Your Time Like Your Bank Account.Do you give unlimited access to your bank account? If not, why do we, as people-pleasers, tend to give unlimited access to our time, when it is such a precious resource? Today we are discussing how to treat time with as much care as you do your bank account.
If you are someone who struggles to set boundaries around your time, if you say yes to too many requests for your time because you want to be seen as a good and responsible person, I can relate. For most of my life, I struggled to say...2023-09-0820 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog64. 3 Steps to Manage Anxiety as a Christian Woman in LeadershipDo you ever struggle with anxiety as a Christian woman in leadership? I have shared in previous episodes that I, too, have had life-long challenges with anxiety. The Lord has given me so much more freedom from anxiety than I have ever known. However, it is always something the enemy tries to capitalize on with me.
Today I am going to go over the 3 things that have been essential for me to keep anxiety at bay.
These past few weeks have really forced me to be intentional with my battle plan. And I am...2023-09-0417 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog63. 5 Tips to Save Time and Have Success with Your Wellness and Weight Loss Journey.Hey, Friend!
Today I am popping in to update you on where things are at with my newly re-started wellness and weight loss journey. Remember, I have assigned you as my accountability partners (back in Episode 60). Today I am going to review the 5 Habits I was starting with, let you know how I have been doing, and share some tips for success in your own wellness journey.
Tune in for all the details!
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya2023-09-0115 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog62. Do You Know How to Build Trust as a Leader? Find Out Why It Is Essential!This week has given me several really important reminders about what is truly the cornerstone of effective and successful leadership. I wanted to pop in and share a little bit about that with you and give you some tips, and full on Truth with a capital T!
Building trust is hands down, 100% the cornerstone of effective leadership. Before you can hope to accomplish any of the goals you have for your team or your business, it is essential that you first prioritize building relationship and trust.
Being a leader is...2023-08-2818 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog61. What to Do When You Literally Don’t Have Enough Time to Do Everything on Your List.What do you do when you literally don’t have enough time to do everything on your list? I help women learn how to create more time for the things that matter most to them, and still, I am not immune to the overwhelm that comes when we literally have so much on our plate, it is not humanly possible to do it all. This week was some kind of weird week and I fell victim to my flesh and had an outright ugly cry due to overwhelm.
To be fair, this happens a lot less often tha...2023-08-2518 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog60. Want to Lose Weight but Have No Time for Healthy Habits? 5 Hacks to Start Today.Want to Lose Weight but have NO TIME for healthy habits?
Do you struggle to find time to prioritize your health? Do you find yourself shopping for bigger sizes because you have gained weight and feel too overwhelmed to even think about exercising or meal planning?
I have talked to so many professional women recently and observed some of physical changes in others, which confirmed what seems to be a common struggle. I have noticed that as people take on leadership roles, there is often a progressive change in their physical appearance and demeanor. They appea...2023-08-2118 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog59. Understand Your Core Values and Priorities in Order to Manage Your Time.Happy Friday, my Friends!
Do you remember in Episode 53 we talked about creating a vision for your God-sized life? Creating that vision is really the first step in understanding what is important to spend your time on. From that vision, we can begin to look at our core values and priorities, which will be the gauge against which we weigh each decision of whether to say “yes” or “no” to requests for our time.
Imagine yourself living that vision. Now, for just a brief moment, imagine never reaching that vision. Imagine continuing on...2023-08-1809 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog58. Is Productivity a Dirty Word to Those You Lead? 5 Tips for Facilitating a Change in Perspective.🤓Let me ask you a question. When I say the word “productivity”, what is the first thought or feeling you have? Do you think of it in positive terms or is it a dirty word in your world? Personally, I feel best when I am efficient and productive. I like to feel the sense of accomplishment that comes with checking things off of my project list, especially when it means I am able to find more time for the people and the things that fill me up.
Isn’t it ironic that when we talk about being...2023-08-1417 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog57. Obeying God’s Call with Everyday Courage (Part 2) with Juliana Page!!🔥Today we are continuing our conversations with our super special guest, Juliana Page. Juliana is host of the God’s Vibes podcast. She is a bestselling author, master certified life coach and minister of God's vibes.
Juliana has researched and immersed herself in the professional life coaching, ministry, leadership, success conditioning and personal development fields. From her obsession to determine what makes the difference in people's quality of life, she helps people understand their model of the world, how to change their story to change their lives, how to steward their impact and how to discov...2023-08-0855 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog56. Obeying God’s Call with Everyday Courage (Part 1) with Juliana Page!! 🔥Today we have a super special guest!! Juliana Page, host of the God’s Vibes podcast, is in the house!
Juliana Page is a bestselling author, master certified life coach and minister of God's vibes.
Juliana has researched and immersed herself in the professional life coaching, ministry, leadership, success conditioning and personal development fields. From her obsession to determine what makes the difference in people's quality of life, she helps people understand their model of the world, how to change their story to change their lives, how to steward their impact and how...2023-08-0750 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog55. When Is It Ok to Say ”NO” to God-Honoring Work?As Christ-followers and servant leaders, sometimes we get confused and overwhelmed by all of the opportunities to serve that come our way. I recently spoke to an amazing Christian woman who serves in and outside her work place in so many ways. It is amazing that she is still standing upright.
This lovely woman serves professionally in profound ways. She serves her family and her church in huge ways.
But as I listened it sounded as if all of the commitments related to serving are squeezing out time for herself, and she's...2023-08-0420 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog54. REDEEM Your Time and Live Your ”WITH-GOD” Life with Lissa Figgins. ⌛Today we have a special guest! Lissa Figgins, host of the REDEEM Her Time podcast is joining us. Lissa shares all kinds of wisdom when it comes to prioritizing your time in a way that allows you to live your best “With-God” Life.
In today’s episode, we talk about discerning when to say yes and when to say no to things that demand our time. Lissa talks to us about giving things our “Best Yes” or a grace-filled “no”.
Lissa and I align so much on our philosophy around time management starting w...2023-07-3133 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog53. Take This First Step to Create the Time and the Life You Want.Do you have a vision of what you wish your life would look like? If not, why not? Do you think the life you want is impossible to have? Today we are talking about the first step in creating the life you want to be living.
Today I am going to walk you through a little vision-casting exercise. This is a very important step in opening the door to the life God has waiting for you. This is best done with notebook and pen and in a quiet place.
Friends, I encoura...2023-07-2811 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog52. 4 Ways to Live and Lead with a Boldness of Faith.Hello my Stellas!
Last week I went with my family to see the Sound of Freedom movie. If you haven’t seen it, I would highly encourage you to do so. The degree to which the enemy tried to keep this movie from ever making it into theaters is astonishing! All major film outlets were refusing to release it. BUT GOD!
I believe people are hungry for truth, justice and honor and they are using their voices and their dollars to say so.
I walked away from that movie...2023-07-2415 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog51. The Secret to Keeping My Email Inbox EMPTY! 🤩Hey Sister Friends,
How many of you use your email inbox as your rolling to do list?
Anything you might need to reference or come back and do something with just sits in your email in box. Now you have hundreds or thousands of emails accumulating, so you forget to go back and finish something you intended to do, or you miss an important email because it gets lost in the shuffle. Sound familiar?
Do you dread coming back from vacation because you have to dig through the hu...2023-07-2110 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog50. Having Mom Guilt as a Busy Professional Woman? 3 Steps to Break Free from the Guilt.Do you ever feel Mom-guilt as a professional woman? Do you worry that you are not giving your kids the time and attention they deserve because you work full-time? Do you sometimes feel envy or resentment toward women who have chosen and are able to be stay-at-home moms? Maybe you can’t be the classroom helper, the field trip chaperone or make it to every single event for your children and you worry they are going to be negatively impacted by that.
How about this one…your career is really important to you and you feel guilt...2023-07-1722 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog49. Feeling Guilty About Taking Time Away From Your 9 to 5? Not Today Satan!Hey, Friend!
Summer is the time of year when many of us like to take a bit more time away from work. But let me ask you this, do you feel guilty when you take time off from your 9 to 5? Do you worry about what your team will think? Do you worry about how much work will be waiting for you when you get back? I know what that is like, but today we are going to cover that stinky nonsense in some of God’s wonderfully fragrant and life-giving truth!
For decad...2023-07-1413 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog48. Lacking Confidence in Your Leadership Skills? Try These 5 Things.Do you want the confidence to lead “like a boss”? Today’s episode is kind of about “Leading Like a Boss”, only not. In my opinion, leaders are leaders, and that is not the same as being a boss…. But we want to lead well… Part of leading well means building confidence. That is difficult to do, especially if you are new to leadership or if you are a perfectionist, people-pleaser, high-achiever, etc.
So how do you go about building confidence in your leadership? Today we are talking about a few places to start. We talk about the importance...2023-07-1012 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog47. Freedom Friday: What Does Freedom Mean to My Kiddos?Happy Friday, Friends!
Today is a little divergence from our typical episodes. I sit down for a little conversation with my 20-somethings to get their perspective on freedom and faith. It is a rare occasion in which we are all under one roof for the week as we celebrate our country's Independence Day. In the hustle and bustle of raising babies, I never imagined how very much I would miss and cherish every minute with them. Tune in for a casual conversation about faith and freedom with my favorite human beings on the planet!
2023-07-0717 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog46. What Does Freedom Mean to You? 6 Ways I am Living Free in 2023.In honor of Independence Day, which is tomorrow if you are listening to this episode when it publishes, I wanted to pop in to talk a little bit about Freedom, what it means to me, and what it means in my daily life and leadership.
We start with a little history lesson, but then we get into a few personal freedoms I find myself enjoying this 49th year of mine. It is sometimes the simple things in life that bring about the greatest sense of freedom.
Midlife, in partnership with God, is...2023-07-0315 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog45. God Calls Us to Manage Our Time. ⏳In Monday’s episode #44, we talked about a few strategies to learn how to reduce burnout by leaving work at work. It starts with God and it includes time management and a shift in our thinking. And guess what… The bible backs this up.
Putting God first is something we are clearly instructed to do. Therefore, it only makes sense for me to start my day in communion with him. If morning does not bring out the best version of you to spend time with Him, then put it as a #1 priority item, but schedule it when and wh...2023-06-3010 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog44. 😩Feeling Burned Out Always Thinking About Work? 3 Strategies for Leaving Work at Work.Hey friend!
Tell me if this sounds familiar…. You barely open your eyes in the morning and you are thinking about work, maybe having anxiety about work…you are lucky if you haven’t already awoken at some point in the night doing the same. You go to work, you probably work longer than a typical day, and even when you leave work, you find yourself thinking about work. Maybe you are perseverating about something someone did or said, something you didn’t get done, or just the what if’s that go along with leading people...2023-06-2626 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog43. Imposter Syndrome in Leadership: 5 Strategies To Overcome It.Hello, Friend!
In Episode 42, we talked about Imposter Syndrome, what it is, some of the signs, and the different types of Imposter Syndrome. But…we didn’t talk about what to do about it! How the heck do you overcome imposter syndrome?! Well, that is what we are talking about today.
We talk about 5 general strategies to address Imposter Syndrome, and some additional strategies specific to each of the 5 types.
Pull up a chair and let’s talk solutions!
I hope this episode bl...2023-06-2316 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog42. Imposter Syndrome in Leadership: What Is It? 🤔Do you often find yourself:
Struggling with perfectionism?
Lacking self-confidence?
Having anxiety and doubts about your ideas, abilities, achievements and accomplishments?
Partaking in a lot of negative self-talk?
Having feelings of inadequacy?
Dwelling on past mistakes?
Feeling like you are not good enough?
Do you worry about not meeting expectations?
Do you feel like a fraud and eventually the whole world is going to see the truth about who you are (or rather who you aren’t)…that you aren’t really as capable or as smart as people think and just got...2023-06-1912 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog41. ✝️ Grace and Faith Friday: Biblical Instruction for Integrity.Happy Friday, Friends!
This week we have been talking about integrity. As Christians, our faith journey is one in which we seek to be more and more like Christ. In doing so, we are actually called to live with integrity. We are told (and shown) that God rewards integrity.
Today I wanted to look at some of the biblical references that point us to a life lived with integrity.
The Gospel actually tells us to demonstrate integrity in that we should do everything as if we are doing it for th...2023-06-1614 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog40. 3 Ways to Demonstrate Integrity in Leadership.Hello, Friend!
Let me ask you this… do you demonstrate integrity in your leadership? Do you demonstrate integrity in your personal and professional life? What does that even mean? Well today that is what we are talking about. We are talking about integrity and what that looks like in leadership. As you listen, I want you to consider, who stands out in your mind as someone who lives and leads with integrity. I also want you to take a good hard look at whether you make it on the list.
In assessing yo...2023-06-1217 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog39. Partnership Over Performance with Susan Fleming, LPC (Part 2)Hey Friends!
Today we continue our conversation with special guest, Susan Fleming. Susan is an internationally recognized co-author of the #1 best-seller, "Just Say No: 14 Transformational Keys to Set Healthy Boundaries in Business and Relationships." She is the founder and CEO of Heaven to Earth LLC, which equips leaders to multiply L.I.F.E. without burning out in the process. As a Business Alignment Therapist, she specializes in teaching burned out leaders how to ditch the hustle and performance mentality to work from God's rest instead.
Susan is a licensed mental health therapist, and...2023-06-0933 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog38. Partnership Over Performance with Susan Fleming, LPC (Part 1)Hey Friends!
Today we have a special guest host with us! Susan Fleming is an internationally recognized co-author of the #1 best-seller, "Just Say No: 14 Transformational Keys to Set Healthy Boundaries in Business and Relationships." She is the founder and CEO of Heaven to Earth LLC, which equips leaders to multiply L.I.F.E. without burning out in the process. As a Business Alignment Therapist, she specializes in teaching burned out leaders how to ditch the hustle and performance mentality to work from God's rest instead.
Susan is a licensed mental health therapist, and...2023-06-0530 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog37. ✝️ Grace and Faith Friday: Replace the Enemy’s Lies with God’s Truth.Hey, Friend!
We can truly train our brain to experience life differently by practicing thought patterns that focus on God’s truth versus the enemy’s lies about who we are.
Changing our narrative or our thought patterns is much like riding a bike. We start out falling down and crashing into trees, but eventually, we are able to travel miles without even thinking about it.
Our mindset and personal narrative are similar. Once you develop a pattern of focusing on God’s truths and focus on ways to positively m...2023-06-0216 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog🔥BONUS🔥A God Download: Seek Him NOW!Friends, this message hit me today unexpectedly, and I felt led to share it immediately. It is not perfected and polished because the Lord wanted you to hear it in real-time. Forgive the imperfections and focus on the message. This was truly a God Download that stopped me in my tracks while out on a walk over my lunch break. Someone was meant to hear this today. If that is you, God sees you, hears you, and loves you. Turn your gaze toward him. SEEK HIM NOW...Tomorrow is too late.
I hope this episode blesses you!
...2023-05-3104 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog36. Do You Want to Change Your Life? 5 Steps to Change Your Story. 📖Hey, Friend!
Are you sick and tired of riding the struggle bus? Do you find yourself spending most of your time frustrated and focused on the wrongs that have been done unto you? Do you feel burned out and irritated with the world? Well guess what…you can live a different existence. You do not have to stay on the hot mess express!
I spent a lot of years thinking of my story and future from a very limited perspective. I created a narrative in which I was limiting my potential to my own...2023-05-2916 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog35. Walking as A Daughter of the King 👑(Part 2) with Angela ThorntonHey Friends!
Today we continue our conversation with Angela Thornton, the founder of Wise Word Ministries. We had so much fun talking about the power of God and His word and about what it means to walk as a daughter of the King.
Angela Thornton is a gifted communicator whose writing and speaking are filled with anecdotes, wit, humor, and sound biblical instruction. Her thought-provoking lessons and revelatory insights present the scriptures in a way that puts the listener at ease, reveals God’s heart, and illuminates the riches and rewards of biblical study.
C...2023-05-2631 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog34. Walking As a Daughter of the King 👑(Part 1) with Angela ThorntonHey Friends!
Today we have a special guest host with us. Angela Thornton, the founder of Wise Word Ministries, is here to talk to us about what it means to walk as a daughter of the King.
Angela Thornton is a gifted communicator whose writing and speaking are filled with anecdotes, wit, humor, and sound biblical instruction. Her thought-provoking lessons and revelatory insights present the scriptures in a way that puts the listener at ease, reveals God’s heart, and illuminates the riches and rewards of biblical study.
Currently, Angela hosts a weekly Bibl...2023-05-2226 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog33. ✝️ Grace and Faith Friday: Love Letter From Your Father.Happy Grace and Faith Filled Friday, Friend!
Have you ever found yourself feeling insignificant, unworthy, or undeserving of the love God has for you?
Today I am speaking God’s truth of his love over you, in the form of a Love Letter from Your Heavenly Father.
God’s love surpasses our human understanding. He sent his son to become our sin, to die on the cross so that we might be redeemed and brought back into relationship with him as sons and daughters.
Do you think he sees you as insign...2023-05-1910 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog32.💗 Growing In a Heart Knowledge of Who I Am In ChristHey Friend!
Have you ever found yourself feeling insignificant, unworthy, or undeserving of the love God has for you?
For most of my life, I have had a head knowledge that I am saved and that Jesus loves me, but I never truly felt worthy. I wasn’t walking with the heart knowledge of what salvation and the love of God means for me in my everyday life.
My identity has always been based in who I was for someone else… girlfriend, daughter, wife, mother, leader. My sense of value and worth came completel...2023-05-1530 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog31. ✝️Grace and Faith Friday: Jesus the Gardener.Happy Friday my Faithful Friends!
If you remember, in the previous episode this week we were talking about the parallel between gardening and leadership. Today we are going to look at a biblical picture of the gardener and where it shows up in scripture.
I will reference the following scriptures:
Genesis chapters 1-3
John 12:24
John 20:14-15
Revelation chapters 21-22
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
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Communit...2023-05-1212 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog30. What Do Gardening and Leadership Have in Common?Hey, Friend!
If you are listening to this episode when it publishes, we are in the beginning of May. I live in Minnesota, and we have winter for far too long. When May rolls around, you hear people start talking about how anxious they are to get out and start growing things… whether it be flowers or vegetable gardens, spring brings about a hunger to see new beautiful life and color. This got me thinking about the metaphor of gardening as it applies to leadership, and more specifically, how it applies to Godly leadership.
Before you can...2023-05-0820 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog29. Is God Moving You Into Leadership? (Part 2) with Dr. Melinda VandevortHey, friends!
Today we are finishing our conversation that we started in Episode #28 with Dr. Melinda Vandevort, host of the "Choose Your Next Yes" podcast.
Mel helps professional women learn to listen to God’s voice and know when to say yes to the career they've always wanted and no to everything else. She helps them clarify their purpose, and find the courage to pursue their personal and professional goals in midlife and beyond to reclaim the women they once aspired to be.
Tune in to part two of our interview, as we hear more about how Melinda has learned to t...2023-05-0527 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog28. Is God Moving You Into Leadership? (Part 1) with Dr. Melinda VandevortHey, friends!
Today we have a very special guest, Dr. Melinda Vandevort, host of the "Choose Your Next Yes" podcast.
Mel helps professional women learn to listen to God’s voice and know when to say yes to the career they've always wanted and no to everything else. She helps them clarify their purpose, and find the courage to pursue their personal and professional goals in midlife and beyond to reclaim the women they once aspired to be.
Dr. Melinda Vandevort has been an educator for over 20 years. She moved into administration in 2016 whe...2023-05-0130 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog27. ✝️Grace and Faith Friday: Discernment.Happy Friday my Faithful Friends!
If you recall, the previous episode this week was regarding discernment…how to know if you are hearing God’s voice. Today we are going to look at a few more scriptures that give instruction around prayer, listening and discerning God’s voice.
We look a little deeper at the following scriptures:
Jeremiah 6:16
Colossians 1:9-14
Romans 12:2
Isaiah 55:3
John 6:45
John 10:2-4
I hope this episode blesses you!
Xoxo,
Tanya
Con...2023-04-2811 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog26. Discerning God’s Voice: 7️ Ways to Know If You are Hearing from God.Hey, Friend!
Have you ever heard people say “God told me", or "God said", or "I feel God telling me to (fill in the blank)”? Have you found yourself thinking, "Geesh…. I wish God would talk to me a bit more clearly!" I certainly have found myself thinking that. Sometimes I think God needs to literally send me a neon blinking sign for me to be certain He is trying to tell me something. Recently, however, I am learning a bit more about how to better seek and discern God’s voice when facing certain decisions and circumstances...2023-04-2420 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog25. ✝️Grace and Faith Friday: What Does God Say about Leadership?Happy Friday my Faithful Friends!
With the ever-changing work culture we find ourselves in, leadership can be very challenging. I think it is especially difficult when you tend to care too much, if there is such a thing. But I also believe that God calls certain people to lead. Like much else, he does not promise it will be unicorns and rainbows. Rarely is Kingdom work the easiest kind of work, and true leadership….the kind someone is called to, is and should be Kingdom work if done according to God’s will and when giving glory to Him.2023-04-2107 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog24. 💌Letter From a Leader Who Cares Too MuchHey, Friend!
Today’s episode might be a little controversial or sensitive, I don’t know, but I felt God calling me to speak on behalf of some of the leaders out there who tend to care so much about their role and their team, yet it never seems like enough and they are on the verge of throwing in the towel.
I am talking today from the perspective of a leader who cares too much, but feels a bit invisible. She is a conglomerate of many leaders I have seen or heard from wh...2023-04-1710 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog23. ✝️Grace and Faith Friday: Pleasing God, Not People.Happy Friday my Faithful Friends!
By now most of you have heard me share my own personal struggles with people pleasing and approval seeking. It has manifested itself in so many ways throughout my life, as far back as I can remember and in ways we haven’t yet talked about. It wasn’t until I was just exhausted and somewhat crushed under the weight of it that I began to find my way out. And that only came through surrender and the realization that I needed to turn my eyes to the Lord. The bible very clearly...2023-04-1407 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog22. People Pleasing: What Are the Consequences as a Christian Woman?Today we are continuing our discussion around people pleasing. Last week we talked about some of the roots of people-pleasing. And I think most of us who struggle with it think we are just being good people. We say “yes” to things because we want to be helpful and we want to be liked. However, there are some real consequences to being a people pleaser.
Beyond the obvious physical, emotional, and mental impacts of long-term people-pleasing, I am not sure we stop to think of the bigger picture…. the less obvious consequences of being a chronic people...2023-04-1017 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog21. People Pleasing...Where Does It Come From?! 🤔I know not all of my listeners fit this bill, but many women in leadership that I meet and speak to, and many women in general have some tendencies toward people pleasing or approval seeking. In some ways, it got us to where we are because we are typically very dependable and hard-working. However, it is not an especially healthy way of living life or leading… I consider myself a recovering people-pleaser. Notice I say recovering not recovered. I think I will forever fight the thought distortions that lead me toward people-pleasing, but I have also come to learn how cost...2023-04-0316 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog20. 10 Qualities of a Great Leader 🏆Happy Monday, Friends!
Today we are back to talking about what it means to be a great leader. This is going to sound kind of weird, but today’s episode was inspired by a whistle . Yep, that’s right…a whistle…you know, the kind your gym teacher or sports coach wore around their neck as they had you running killers up and down the court at practice… I am sure you are thinking, what the heck does that have to do with a podcast about leadership?!
I was thinking about a leadership academy that I am going to...2023-03-2719 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog19. ⌛Time Management Series: 4 Essential Components of Effective Time ManagementHey, friend!
If you have been listening the last several weeks, we have been talking about time management. Today is Part 4 in our Time Management series and we are going to get a lot more tactical this time. We are talking about the 4 Essential components of effective time management, and what a difference they can make in your ability to be productive and present at work and at home. You are definitely going to want to grab a notebook and pen for this one, folks!
I thought I was someone that was fairly good at man...2023-03-2018 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog18. ⌛Time Management Series: More Hours in the Day is Not the Solution. Find Out What IS!Sister…do any of the following sound familiar?
“I want more time for myself but there just aren’t enough hours in the day!”
“I wish I could say “no” to some things, but I don’t want to let people down.”
“I am worried that if I take more time for myself people will think I am selfish.”
“If I don’t do it, nobody will!”
Well, guess what…. You are not alone! I think as Christians we often struggle even more than others do with these feelings. We want...2023-03-1317 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog17. ⏳Time Management Series: Learn How to Prioritize Your Time as a Busy Professional Woman.Hey, Friend!
Do you feel like there are not enough hours in the day to do all of the things that you NEED to do? Do you get to the end of your day, feeling like you were busy all day but accomplished nothing? Do you struggle with knowing how to prioritize your time? I hear you friend! Today we are continuing the conversation around time management. Before you can manage your time, you need to know where and on what you are spending it.
I am going to take you through a little exercise that wi...2023-03-0618 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog16. ⏳Time Management Series: 5 Steps to Start Working Smarter, Not Harder.🤓Hey, Sister Friend!👭
Are you spending most of your waking hours at work? Are you desperate to find more time for yourself and your family…for the things that truly matter most to you? Today we are starting the conversation about how to begin working smarter, not harder, so that you can create time and space for the things that matter most. As people pleasers and overachievers, we tend to set lofty expectations for ourselves, and then we feel a sense of failure when we don’t accomplish all that we would like to in a day, in a week...2023-02-2715 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog15. Boundary Setting for People Pleasers, Why is it So Difficult?Do you struggle to set boundaries with confidence? Friends… I have to be honest. This episode might be a little raw and vulnerable for me. I had something else planned but a real-life thing happened that smacked me in the face with a topic that I felt led to talk about instead. It is something that is difficult for many of us. I am talking about setting boundaries, and more specifically setting boundaries as a people pleaser. If I am going to be honest, It is one of the hardest things for me to do with confidence and without guilt. 2023-02-2012 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog14. How to Be an Effective Female Leader without Compromising your Values.Have you ever found yourself faced with a decision or a situation in your work life that causes you pause because you are not sure if you can carry out your responsibilities as a leader while honoring your core values and aligning with your faith? I certainly have been in that situation, and quite honestly, it feels like it happens more frequently in recent years.
There are times in which every message the world is giving us would suggest that the “right” thing to do feels in direct conflict with our core values. Navigating that reality becomes very tric...2023-02-1313 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog13. PMS: Do Hormones Affect Your Decision Making as a Woman in Leadership? 5 Steps to Avoid the Pitfalls that Hormone Fluctuations Can Cause.Hello, Sister Friends! And…if we have some brother friends listening, well… this topic might start off a little uncomfortable, but there are some kernels of wisdom in here for you, too.
Today we talk a little bit about some of the unique challenges that our hormones can pose in our decision making in life and leadership. I am going to introduce a tool that is extremely useful in absolutely every aspect of your life. It is important to learn and apply in your parenting, in your leading, and in your marriage.
I do believe it will p...2023-02-0612 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog12. Are You Called to Be a Leader? 5 Signs that Leadership is a Calling.Are you someone who has always known that leadership is your calling? Or have you questioned whether leadership is a calling for you? In today’s episode, We are talking about calling, how it differs from purpose, and 5 signs that you have been called to lead.
You may have a career or a job that pays the bills and meets the needs of your family, but you also feel a calling to serve in another way. It may not earn you a dime, but it serves others, and you are passionate about it. It is awesome when your c...2023-01-3009 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog11. Feeling Lost as an Empty Nester? 3 Steps to Rediscover Your Purpose as a Woman in Leadership.Are you an empty nester or soon to be empty nester? Are you feeling a bit lost and questioning what your purpose is now that your kids have grown? You have spent the better part of two decades with your primary purpose being motherhood…so now what? Who are you outside of motherhood?
In today’s episode, I will be answering that question and giving you 3 steps to rediscover your purpose as an empty nest mom.
P.S. If you are still a mom of littles, tweens, or teens, there are some golden nuggets in here for y...2023-01-2315 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog10 Strategies for Dealing with Burnout in LeadershipHey, Sister Friend!
In today’s episode, I discuss a difficult but important topic when it comes to leadership. Today we are talking about burnout. We are going to discuss what it is, symptoms, and some strategies to deal with it.
In previous episodes, I talked about the expectations surrounding Christian life and leadership. It is characterized by service and sacrifice. That is and will always be true, but it is important to also maintain focus on keeping your tank full of God’s strength and enduring presence. Leaders can become trapped in a vicious cycle of u...2023-01-1615 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog9. Forgiveness is Freedom-Forgiving the Mean Girls of our Past and PresentHey, Sister Friend!
Do you understand the Freedom that comes from Forgiveness? Today is a little different take on our leadership journey as women. I am not sure how much we truly appreciate how our experiences when we were young influence our journey into and through adulthood and motherhood. Today I get a little vulnerable in discussing some things that have impacted the way in which I perceive myself, perceive others and respond to life’s circumstances. I look back for a bit at my youth, the mean girls of my past and present that contributed to inade...2023-01-0916 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog8. Loneliness in Leadership-3 Ways to Deal with the Isolation You Feel as a LeaderHey, Sister Friend!
Do you ever find yourself feeling alone and isolated as a leader? Are you discouraged by the fact that you no longer make the invite list for 5 o’clock social hour? Do you feel like the decisions you have to make as a leader compromise your ability to be friends with team members?
When I look back at my early years in leadership, I don’t think I could have fully prepared myself for the loneliness I have often felt going from peer to leader. While there are certainly many wonderful blessings that com...2023-01-0214 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog7. Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?Hey, Friends!
It’s the day after Christmas. Some of you are looking for all of the shopping deals, some of you are recovering from the carb overload that is inevitable over the last couple of days, and some of you are dealing with some really hard things!
Today I just wanted to pause to discuss the really hard question that many people are afraid to say out loud during a time that is typically filled with celebration… Why does God let bad things happen to good people, or any of His people? For many, the holida...2022-12-2614 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog6. The Humble Beginnings of a Great Leader-Jesus the Savior is Born!Hey, Friends!
Today, as we approach the Christmas holiday, I wanted to reflect on the humble birth of Jesus and what it means for how we are to live and lead.
In the hustle, bustle, and commercialization of Christmas, I think it is important to stop and think about what we are truly celebrating. It is a time to remind ourselves of the precious baby, born in a stable, placed in a manger, destined to become the Savior of the World, Emmanuel, God with us.
Jesus’ humble birth gives us a picture of God’s...2022-12-1912 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog5. 10 Qualities that Exemplify a Grace-filled LeaderHey, Sister Friend!
Do you ever feel like, as a Christian, you are going against the grain and you feel driven by different things than those around you? Do you feel like your leadership style is not the most celebrated and is counter to the cultural messages surrounding you? Well, guess what…it is probably true, and if so, you are probably on the right track. The unfortunate reality is, the popular worldview of leadership is one that awards power, selfish ambition, arrogance, pride, and pedigree. Jesus paints a picture of leadership that does not align with our pop...2022-12-1214 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog4. 5 Mistakes to Avoid as a New LeaderHey, Sister Friend!
Are you a new, emerging, or struggling leader? Having been in leadership for over 15 years, I have made or witnessed many mistakes made in leadership. In today’s episode, we talk about 5 common mistakes to avoid as a new leader.
The 5 common mistakes we discuss are:
Making hasty decisions based on people pleasing.
Leading with the “What” instead of the “Why”.
Making changes before building relationships.
Choosing arrogance and pride over humility and vulnerability.
Failing to communicate effectively.
You might want to grab a notebook and pen, because these are some importan...2022-12-0514 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog3. Who Am I and Why am I here? Truth and Lies about Your IdentityHey, Sister Friend!
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “who am I” or “why am I here”, or “what is my purpose”? Have you felt this lingering question in your heart and you long to find the answer that leads to feeling more fulfilled and confident that you are doing something meaningful?
In this episode, I talk about answers to that age-old question. I talk about what the world tries to say, and what the bible says about our identity.
I also talk about messages that sound good to our ears but may just be the work...2022-11-2815 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog2. Surrender-The Key to Finding Peace and Getting UNSTUCK in Your Life and LeadershipHey, Sister Friend!
In this episode, I talk about the first and most important guiding principle for finding peace and freedom from overwhelm, anxiety, worry, fear or whatever strongholds you face in your life and leadership. I talk about what it means to surrender your life to Jesus, the importance of surrender in your every day life, and the peace that comes from surrender. I share some examples from my own life that demonstrate how God has set me free from worry.
I hope this episode blesses you and that you will continue to join me...2022-11-2117 minThe Grace Filled Leader | Perimenopause, Mindset, Faith, Holistic Health, Emotional Intelligence, Balance Hormones, Fatigue, Brain Fog1. Introducing the Grace Filled Leader Podcast-Inspiration for the Podcast and 3 Steps to Freedom in Your Life and LeadershipHey, Sister Friend!
In this episode I introduce myself, my leadership background and what inspired me to start the Grace Filled Leader podcast. I share about the strong pull God put on my heart to serve female leaders in a new and different way as I see women like me struggling in their life and leadership.
I see women leaders struggling with burn out, overwhelm, exhaustion, a loss of hope and a loss of purpose. I want to help faith-led women leaders find their way toward leading with purpose and living in peace, God’s way. ...2022-11-2117 min