Created for This with Danielle Roberts

In this episode of 'Created for This,' host Danielle welcomes Jordan Eggert, a professional athlete and American record holder in the women's decathlon, who is passionate about integrating her faith with her athletic career. We discuss the importance of placing Christian identity before athletic identity, the structure of the heptathlon and decathlon, and the ongoing efforts to include women's decathlon in the Olympics. Jordan also shares her insights on maintaining confidence without pride, the value of humility, handling failures and successes, and the significance of intentional rest and Sabbath. 00:00 Introduction to Created for This 00:37 Meet Jordan Eggert: Professional Athlete and Devout Christian 02:49 Understanding the Decathlon and Heptathlon 05:08 Balancing Confidence and Humility in Faith and Athletics 10:47 Handling Success and Failure with Grace 15:06 Living Out Your Calling with Dedication 22:36 The Importance of Rest and Recovery 24:55 Jordan's Journey to the 2028 Olympics 28:04 Conclusion and Call to Action Follow Jordan on Instagram Sign the petition to let women Decathlon in the 2028 Olympics. More about Jordan in her own words: I'm Jordan Eggerth. I am a professional athlete and the American Record Holder in the Women's Decathlon with a passion for Track and Field and sharing Jesus through my sport! I have been beyond blessed in my life through my walk with Christ and He has helped shape me into the person I am today through trials, tribulations, love, grace, heartache, passion, grief, joy, pain, and His amazing plan with it all. Since He has given me such a platform to reach others, I have decided that I should be sharing Him in every avenue I possibly can and sharing His amazing stories in my life to help inspire and help others. I played many sports growing up including basketball (my passion), taekwondo, tennis, softball, and gymnastics. Even when I wasn't in an organized sport my days usually included lots of swimming, bike riding, tree climbing, knife throwing, gun/bow shooting, and many more activities. Track and Field, however, was not a sport I had the opportunity to compete in until my senior year of high school. In my senior year of high school my mother found Blane Williams with the Heat Track club at Kell High School. Coach Blane allowed me to join his team at 17yrs old and that opportunity has changed my life forever. After a year of running with The Heat I went to school at Kennesaw State University to join their Track and Field team and be coached by Andy Eggerth in 2014. Since then, I have graduated from Kennesaw State University where I was a 10x Conference Champion and 4x All-American in NCAA Division I Track and Field. I have competed at NCAA D1 Championships, USA Championships, the Thorpe Cup in Germany for Team USA x2, The National Women's Decathlon Championship x2, and the Open De France. I was also the Bronze Medalist at the Pan American Games in 2023. ​I continue with my professional career attempting to gain a spot on Team USA for various events. I am the American Record Holder in the Women's Decathlon, as well as the Women's Decathlon 100m Dash, Long Jump American Record Holder. I am also the World Record Holder in the Women's Decathlon Long Jump I am currently working towards helping get women the opportunity to compete in the Olympics in the Decathlon.

[01:00] Danielle Roberts introduces her long-time mentor, Ione, about biblical mentoring. [02:00] Ione explains the difference between mentoring, coaching, and counseling. [04:00] Emphasis on biblical examples of mentoring such as Moses and Joshua, Ruth and Naomi, and Jesus and His disciples. [06:00] Discussion on spiritual gifts and their role in mentoring. [08:00] Ione's personal journey into mentoring and her strategies for balancing it with personal time. [12:00] Practical advice for stepping into mentoring and overcoming feelings of disqualification. [16:00] The significance of soul care, listening, and asking meaningful questions in the mentoring process. [22:00] Encouragement for listeners to get involved in their community and church, illustrating the importance of investing in others. More Links from the Show: Gospel Mentoring

Sinking into the church pew, I close my eyes, allowing myself to relax. Christmas hymns filter around parishioners as more enter the warm room. Fatigue washes over me as I wait for the Christmas service to start. The previous month was full of Christmas-time activities, lights, parties, and pageants. The seasonal hustle and bustle left me with little time to rest, my heart anxious over plans and the Christmas holiday. As the lights dim, the focus switches to the manger scene. Jesus Christ, born in a manger, died on the cross for our sins. Emmanuel—God with us. Hope was born in human form. "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). Over the centuries, Christians have turned toward Jesus with hope and assurance of heaven. "The name Immanuel encapsulates the heart of the Christian message: that God, in His infinite love and mercy, chose to dwell among His people through Jesus Christ. This profound truth continues to inspire and sustain believers, affirming the reality of God's presence in their lives" (BibleHub.com). The hope of Emmanuel takes us beyond Christmas. For believers, that hope leads to eternity and resting forever with God in Heaven. A forever reprieve from the weariness felt here on earth. However, as you celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ this Advent, you can also celebrate his saving grace and rest in him. You can look forward to eternal rest while enjoying rest here on earth, right here and now. God's word tells us to rest. God provided a pattern to follow as he rested on the seventh day after six days of work. Genesis 2:2-3 says, "And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done. So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation." In the same way, he reminds us to do the same. Advent time is a great time to start resting and taking time to enjoy what God's given. He tells us that he provides rest for our weary hearts. Exodus 33:14 says, And the LORD answered (Moses), 'My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28-30 continues this same theme of spiritual rest. It says, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." Bible Hub study "Rest here is not merely physical but spiritual, offering peace and relief from the guilt and power of sin. This promise connects to the Sabbath rest in Genesis 2:2-3, symbolizing completion and satisfaction in God. Jesus fulfills the prophetic rest promised in the Old Testament, such as in Jeremiah 6:16, where the ancient paths lead to rest for the soul. This rest is a type of the eternal rest believers will experience in Christ (Hebrews 4:9-10)." The choir files into the church as the congregation rises. My anxiety lessens as I listen to the voices around me rising with the choir, still seated. "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Rejoice." I rise to join those around me, my voice lifting up the truth of the season. Come, Lord, come and give me rest. Help me rejoice in your birth this Christmas. Prayer Dear Lord, thank you for your gift of rest. Please help me accept that gift and enjoy this Christmas season. Remind me of your open invitation when I'm feeling weary. Amen. Other Ways to Prepare this Christmas Season As we let these truths about Christmas penetrate our hearts, we can sit and dwell on the truth. We can sit and dwell on the fact that God is with us and that he wants to give us rest. One practical way that you can. Just sit and dwell on what God has for you this Christmas and release some of the anxiety, the overwhelm, and the panic over this Christmas season is to go through the workshop, Pen Your Way to Peace. Pen Your Way to Peace is a workshop that my friend Carrie and I did two years ago, where it's 75 minutes of working through and praying through things that steal your joy, things that cause negative emotions, and maybe even bring up drama. We want to help you work through these things. We are offering this workshop in a way that you can sit, you can work through the journal questions that Carrie, as a spiritual director, has provided for the workshop. And then one of the other things that we know causes chaos, causes overwhelm, and frankly doesn't make our hearts feel at rest is not planning. So with me, you will sit and work through plans, work through what you have, your boundaries, what are things you're saying yes to this holiday season, and what you're saying no to this holiday season. You join Pen Your Way to Peace so you can prepare your mind, your heart, and your calendar for the season of Christ's birth. Click here to work at your own pace. Songs to Prepare Your Heart Make Room in Your Heart by Casting Crowns Emmanuel, God with Us/O Come O Come Emmanuel Podcasts and Blog to Prepare Your Heart When Easter isn't Happy Organize for the Holidays

In this episode of 'Created for This,' I welcome marketing expert Katie, who has over 20 years of experience in brand and marketing strategy. From working with big names like American Girl to consulting for small natural food businesses, Katie shares her insights on the core principles of marketing. She discusses the importance of the four Ps—Price, Place, Product, and Promotion—and how they help create a cohesive brand strategy. Katie and I also dive into practical, actionable tips and real-life examples to help business owners refine their marketing plans, connect authentically with their audience, and capitalize on their unique gifts. Throughout the conversation, we highlight the role of faith in business and offer advice on aligning purpose, vision, and values with marketing efforts. This episode is essential listening for anyone looking to strengthen their brand and live out their calling in the business world. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:37 Meet Katie: Marketing Expert 01:24 Defining Marketing and Its Goals 02:11 The Four Ps of Marketing 03:30 Connecting with Consumers 06:40 Actionable Marketing Tips 13:32 Real-Life Marketing Examples 19:46 Understanding Your Value as a Coach 20:40 The Mind Game of Marketing 21:13 Crafting Your Message 24:21 The Power of Writing Down Ideas 27:22 Balancing Faith and Business 29:23 Exploring Spiritual Gifts 34:17 Final Thoughts and Resources More about Katie and connect with her: Katie Mleziva is the proud mom of two kids, ages 14 and 16, and lives in the Milwaukee, WI area. Katie has over 20 years of experience in Brand and Marketing Strategy, the first 10 working on big brands like American Girl and Philadelphia Cream Cheese, and the last 10+ being a consultant and following her passion of focusing on smaller natural food businesses and farms. In her spare time, Katie loves to watch her kids play sports, travel, take classes at the gym, and support the volunteer organization she started back in 2013 to make it easier for families to volunteer together. She is hoping her dog will cooperate with becoming a therapy dog someday, so they can volunteer together too! Her website, podcast, and Instagram More Links from the Show: Episode 121: Incorporating Your Faith into Your Business Episode 94: Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts with Dr. Tom Rush

Trigger warning - Childloss Homemaking and Heartfelt Tips for Autumn Preparations In this episode of 'Created for This,' I'm joined by my friend, Adrianne, to discuss seasonal homemaking and preparing for autumn. We talk about gardening, homeschooling, and practical tips for meal preparation and home projects. We also delve into the importance of rest and reflection during the slow winter months, offering encouragement and practical advice for Christian moms managing their homes and businesses. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:37 Meet Adrianne: The Homemaker Extraordinaire 02:38 Adrian's Gardening Journey 03:45 Homeschooling and Family Life 06:17 Preparing for Autumn and Winter 12:40 Indoor Projects and Winter Preparations 19:07 Gratitude and Seasonal Reflections 26:24 Embracing the Outdoors in Winter 27:39 Refreshing the Home with Essential Oils 30:00 Puzzle Season Traditions 32:47 Gratitude and Contentment in Winter 34:11 Bible Study Practices and Faith 37:32 Gardening and Life Lessons 47:30 Conclusion and Encouragement Follow Adrianne on Instagram Growth Roots Book - where I journaled my "lessons learned from this past season" Butternut Squash Soup recipe My free Essential Home Toolkit: Simplify Your Homemaking Journal Prompts: – Gratitude – Three lessons you've learned from this past season of life

In this episode of Created for This, my guest Merin Minch discuss the intricacies of color analysis and how it can help reveal a person's best colors based on their undertones and intensity levels. She explains the resurgence of color analysis, its roots in the 1980s, and how it empowers people, especially mothers, to feel confident in their appearance. Merin shares her journey from learning about color analysis to launching her business in 2025, emphasizing the joy and confidence it brings to women. She also discusses the intersection of her work with faith, helping clients embrace their God-given features, and the importance of rest. The episode concludes with practical advice on dressing for confidence and the significance of finding rest in the Lord. 00:00 Introduction to Created for This 00:37 Welcoming Merin to the Podcast 01:48 Understanding Color Analysis 03:06 Personal Journey with Color Analysis 06:02 Impact of Color Analysis on Confidence 07:30 Balancing Motherhood and Identity 09:03 Faith and Identity in Christ 13:19 Practical Tips for Confidence 18:25 Surprising Aspects of Being a Color Analyst 20:21 Finding Rest and Support 22:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow Merin on Instagram. Go to her website.

Notes coming soon. Bible verses referenced: 1 Peter 3:15 John 13:35 Referenced in this Episode: Mission, Vision, and Purpose - Episode 26, Episode 47 with Natalie Gingrich, and Episode 120 with Corey Gray Elegantees Yellow Barn Media and Jamie Samples Verity and Co. and Lindsey Johnson Sincerely, Savanna (Savanna Orin) My (Danielle's) Instagram - you can contact me here or at dmr@daniellemroberts.com

In this episode of Created for This, Danielle is joined by Corey Gray, a general manager at Beyond Wow Plumbing with a unique career path and a personal journey steeped in homeschooling and trades. Corey shares his experiences growing up as a homeschooler, how it influenced his values of ownership and self-leadership, and his journey into the trades. He discusses the importance of planning and setting goals, using the entrepreneurial operating system (EOS), and how those strategies can help business owners focus their energy effectively. Corey also emphasizes the growing acceptance of trades as a viable path to generational wealth and offers insights on how to integrate leadership skills between personal and professional life. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt message on the importance of supporting systems and legacy in both business and family life. 00:00 Introduction to Created for This 00:37 Meet Corey Gray: A Unique Career Path 02:20 Corey's Personal Life and Family 03:17 The Impact of Homeschooling on Leadership 10:07 Journey into the Trades 17:32 Marriage and Moving for Career Growth 20:35 Focusing on Strengths and Leadership 31:33 Creating Generational Wealth through Trades 42:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement More about Corey Corey is the general manager at Beyond Wow Plumbing in Austin, Texas, where he specialize in turning bold visions into systems, scorecard and leadership framework that actually work in the real world of the trades. As he said, he started in his family business, earned his master plumbing license and have since shifted from working in the business to working on the business by building leaders and eliminating bottlenecks. His personal mission is to elevate the trades by creating cultures of relentless ownership or teams, execute with clarity and back without needing to be micromanaged. He's led leadership transformation efforts, built scalable accountability systems, and reimagined industry best practices to align with local organizational culture and built tools that feel deeply human while being operationally rock solid. His faith informs how he leads and builds, and he's especially passionate about helping other men lead with clarity capacity and conviction, both in business and in life He was homeschooled and am the husband to my high school sweetheart Melissa (also homeschooled) for 16 years and new father to our one year-old daughter Gabrielle and soon-to-arrive son Ezra. His LinkedIn If you're in the local Austin, TX area and need a great plumber, check out Corey's company, Beyond Wow.

Well, friends, it is mid-July, I guess, kind of later July, and I did a six-month check-in on my goals. I wanted to share them with you because number one, I know we're all nosy when it comes to other people's goals and what's gotten accomplished, how people are doing what they're doing, all that good stuff. Also, I wanted to give you encouragement if you are feeling like your goals just are not happening, or you're struggling, or maybe you just didn't even make goals at the beginning of the year because you weren't sure how to make them actually happen. The first thing that I want to encourage you with is in making goals actually happen. One of the things that I found that works well and that I coach my life coaching and business clients in is to figure out your areas of stewardship. Where is God calling you to steward, or what is God calling you to steward? I typically say that we have like five to six different areas that were called or given to Steward at a time. I wouldn't say that's something that I've found in the Bible. I would say that's more of a gathering of things that I've seen and heard over time, more like a systematic theological viewpoint. Stewardship and Anchoring Your Goals I usually say that we as women are called to steward our homes, even if we don't have a typical home. You can take care of your room in your parents' house or wherever you're living, your dorm room, all that. Kids are a big one that we've been given to steward and take care of as little joyful gifts from the Lord, and that takes up a ton of time as a mom. We also have finances we can steward. We have our jobs, we have the things that we've been given. Everything that you do is stewardship because everything is the Lord's, and we've been given that as stewards. In Genesis one and two, it talks about God giving what. I was given to Adam to keep it and take care of it, and that was a way of God giving the animals and the earth to Adam and Eve to take care of. So stewardship areas of stewardship. Once you understand what God has given you, I would write these down, have them written as something that's a reflection. Just so that you know, moving forward, this is something that God has given me to steward, and this is what I need to use my gifts and my talents towards. Again, five or six different areas. I typically will say everything in the house and within it, or? Yeah, in the house. Everything within it. So, kids, family, money, the house itself. Food. And then my body is another area that I spend a lot of time on. I actually have a folder in my phone because I track my macros. Macronutrients using a fitness app, a Faster Way to Fatloss, and I have that. And then the app that I use to track my runs or walks and my Oura ring, all in a folder called Steward Your Body. So it's a reminder when I look at that folder that God has given me my body to steward. Once you've accomplished this and you understand what God is asking you to steward, or you've brought that back to mind, anchor your goals to the areas that God has asked you to steward. A lot of times, we see something and we're like, "Oh, we should have a goal to do X, Y, or Z," and then we make a pointless goal. Because we saw that from somebody else's life, but that's not the area that God is asking us to steward right now, or it's not as high on the priorities list as on somebody else's. Oftentimes, when people are having issues, fulfilling goals, or really struggling to fulfill their goals, I see them drowning in pointlessness. Goals and pointless to-dos because they are not anchoring them in things where God has actually called them to. And we need to align what God has called us to with the goals that we are creating because God has given us all different areas to steward and different lives and different callings and giftings and talents. Our goals will be. Probably similar, but they're gonna be different than other people's. So we can't just look at a popular influencer, even if they're Christian, and say, "Oh, okay, their goals should be my goals." Now granted, there will be some that are similar, but everybody has different areas where they need to work on. So at this point in time, I wanna give you permission to change things up. I want to give you permission to throw out your old goals if they're not related to the areas of stewardship that God has given you, and I want you to instead focus on. Anchoring your goals in areas of stewardship and areas that align with what God has called you to. Journal Questions for Your Own Mid-Year Check-in Now, the second part of this mid-year check-in that I did was I started looking at my goals and asking myself some questions. So I asked myself, – What's working? – What's not working? – What does this look like for the next six months? – What do my goals look like moving forward? What about the next five and a half months? I have been using this book that somebody recommended. And I absolutely love it, it's called the Growth Book from Growth Notes Company. And she has an area for faith goals. So it's Christian-focused, it's biblical. She's got different headings for the goals that you could have for your life. My Own Goals Some of my goals are to have a better, healthier marriage. To sleep more, which sleeping more means having the discipline to actually put away the book at night and go to sleep. Fitness, my goal actually, that I completed, was to run three different road races in three different states. This year. So I actually completed that on July 4th, so yay. It was one that's going to be more difficult moving forward because we've, we've now done the majority of things within driving distance of Wisconsin, and now we just have to get really creative. The next one is praying for my family. If you look at consistency, the episode that Melissa Whaley and I did on consistency (episode 116), one of the things that we talk about is setting an alarm to remind us to trigger us to do different things. This has been really beneficial to set the alarm to pray for my family. Typically, I do it. There have been times when it's not every day that I am doing it because I'm busy at 6:30 or there's something else that I'll dismiss the alarm, and then I'll totally space it out. But for the majority of the time when my alarm goes off at 6:30 PM, not am, I'm praying for my family. Reading my Bible daily has been something that I am working on. I wouldn't necessarily say I set out to read the Bible in a year, but the growth book actually has a tracker so you can track which books of the Bible you've read, and I think that's really cool. It's really helpful to see progress visually and know where you're at. The next one is under the heading of learning. I have signed up for a marketing psychology class that I haven't actually started on Coursera. So I've done Coursera has free classes. Hillsdale College, out of Michigan, has free classes online. And then the other one I put in here is reading nonfiction. I struggle so much with reading nonfiction, especially if it's longer books. I'm like, I wanna sit there and I wanna think about things. But then I also really love fiction. So I get drawn into the story, and I'm like, I don't wanna read nonfiction. Or I'll have kids talking at me all day long, and the last thing I wanna do is sit and listen to an audiobook. But that is another way that I have been working on getting nonfiction in is by doing Audible, or like online libraries that have audiobooks that you can listen to. So, really looking at learning, growing my skillset, and making sure that I am stimulating my brain. The last area. For goals are paying down debt and saving money every month. I was talking with a friend earlier, and we were talking about how hard it has been these summer months, and all the expenses and all the things. We're struggling to save money. But I also know that I have an emergency fund. I've been putting money into, to make up for these emergency spending, whatever the thing on the oven is that broke, that I haven't had an oven for like three weeks. And the car needs all the repairs and just all the things where it's like all these things come together and you're like, okay, Jesus. I'm trying so hard to steward the money that you give us. Well, but. It's hard because there's all these expenses that keep popping up. So those are my goals. Looking forward, the races are done, so any races that I do this next year, or this next six months, we, when. So, for example, my husband has a work trip to the Orlando area in November, and I'm like, he actually posed it to me. He was like, Do you wanna go to Florida with me and run a race? And I was like, yes. Obviously, I found a race. So if it works out and we can find babysitters for the kids, I'll go to Florida and run the race. I will tell you, when we set out to run in every state, I didn't realize how daunting it was gonna be to do this, and now I'm gonna be 38 in November, and I'm like, oh my gosh. I have so many states left to run, and I feel like time is running out, and I really just need to focus on getting this done. Granted. It's not like I acknowledge the fact that I have many years left, that I can walk these five Ks, and some of the most inspiring people, like there was a guy who was running the 10K in Fargo last year. He's like, I'm 83. I've been running this race for years. And I'm like, dude, I wanna be 83 and running a 10K, which is six miles. When I'm in my eighties, like life goals right there, so I run and I walk, like I use running and walking interchangeably. I walk most of my races. I jog some of them. For you runners, I average between 15 and 19-minute mile. I anchor that goal in stewarding my body. As I said, I want to take care of the body that God has given me. When you are training for races, you really have to think like an athlete. You have to eat well, you have to sleep enough, you have to muscle train and strength train so you can continue to, uh, use your body well. And it's kind of a mindset shift. So. Having that goal of stewarding my body and then this, this way of fulfilling that by walking in every state, a race in every state, it goes simultaneously. So this is a long-term goal. But it's, it's a goal in progress, and I am breaking it down to make it manageable. And tangible in a year. It obviously will take me longer than a year to run a race in every 50, all 50 states. I think that we, I just finished my 14th, so that's that. The one thing that you guys did not hear, and I don't know if you recognized that, you didn't hear it or not, I didn't say any business goals. That is because my husband switched his job at the beginning of the year, and in January, I really just felt like my business was going to have to be last on the totem pole. My capacity for coaching several clients was not there anymore. I actually had been serving as an executive assistant to a nonprofit owner, and I gave him my notice, saying that I just didn't have the capacity anymore. My husband's job has him traveling a lot. And I was like, okay, Jesus. Like, I need to support him. I need to be here for my family. I cannot have several, like three, four, or five clients at a time with the way that our schedule is right now, and with me taking on a larger burden while he's gone. My sister asked me in June what my five-year plan for my business was, and I was kind of like, uh. I have no idea. And I kind of got mad about it because I was like, I'm a life coach. I have coached six-figure business owners. I should have really good goals for my business. I should do X, Y, and Z. But I was like, Danielle, if this is not where a lot of your capacity is being pushed right now, there's no way. That you would have solid five-year goals or five-year plans. That doesn't mean that I don't have dreams; I don't have, uh, the ability to fulfill those dreams right now. And when God called us to homeschool, my business really just took the backseat. I'm still supporting clients. I have the availability for one to two more coaching clients. An Invitation If you're interested in helping get or in helping get your goals accomplished, figuring out what works best for you and how you can do what you wanna do. One of the best things about being a life and business coach is that I can help Christian, Business owning moms get from where they want to be to or get from where they are to where they want to be. And I love that. I love it when we can set up a roadmap, and that roadmap works. I worked with a client two summers ago, or maybe last summer, and she was like, "Okay, this is what the schedule looks like. This is where I need to be. How do I do this?" And so we looked at all the different places, figured out what God was really calling her to do, and where God was providing work for her. And she ended up leaning into something that was not necessarily what she had planned, but it was where God was providing the work and providing the money for her family. So we got her a schedule that worked for her. Us. She was also a homeschooler, so figuring out what works best for her and how she can maximize her time and energy and still grow her business while taking care of her kids and her home, and it was so cool to see as she just learned and grew and was equipped to do what God had called her to do. So I don't want you to think that just because the world is telling you should do something or you should be something that that's the direction that you need to go in coaching. We can look at your focus. We can create. A path for you. That's where you're at, instead of shoulding yourself to death. And that's kind of what I had to remind myself of as my sister's. Like, oh, in 10 years, what are you gonna be doing for your business? And I was like, well, I know I wanna keep podcasting because I love podcasting and talking with people. I would love to keep coaching women, too. Equip them and help them get where God is calling them and pushing them to be. There are different things, right? Like we all have dreams, but it's like, okay, if I'm going to let the shoulds of what I should be doing, overtake me, that's not walking in alignment with God, where God is calling me to be right now. We need to align ourselves with what God has for us as we make goals and as we walk our daily walk. So we're walking with him in accordance with what he has for us, following his plans for us, and leaving a margin to do what he is asking us to do. So. If you are looking for a partner, somebody that's gonna walk with you from where you are at, where you know God is calling you to be, and go that journey with you, let's chat. Okay? I would love to see if what I can do is what you need. I can point you in the right direction. Or, I have really great friends, so if I'm not what you need, then I could potentially help you find the right person for you. And that, you know, it's, I wanna say it's as simple as, but it really is as simple as talking. Once a month, and then creating the ideal of where God wants you to be. How do we get there? Making plans, looking at your schedule, personalizing it to what you need, and going from there. So the last thing, and this is kind of, you know, looking at that, what do I, what can I do? What's my schedule allow? Where, where's my margin? How am I gonna do what I want to do? My overview of my own progression As I'm checking my goals, I want to be honest with myself. So I'm asking you to be honest with yourself. I asked myself, "Am I doing too much?" Am I doing too little? Which is really interesting because. Doing too little. Sometimes we can get apathetic and just say, "Well, this isn't gonna happen, so why even bother?" But there are little things that we can do every day or every week that will get us where we want to go. Back to the running example and running a race in every state, I made a goal to do so. At the beginning of the summer or the beginning of the spring, it was 7,000 steps a day. Some days, I really had to stretch to try and get 7,000 other days. That was no problem. So then I increased it to 9,000 steps a day. But you know what? 9,000 steps a day gets me to. I'm walking a lot for my health. This has been beneficial in numerous ways. I am now walking more for my mental health because I acknowledge the power of walking for mental health. As my good friend Aubrey will text me. I'm doing a mental health walk, which, it's been, it's just been our running joke, like we're walking for our mental health, but really we know it benefits us in other ways. And then it's getting me, building up my stamina for my road races for the 5Ks and 10Ks that I'm doing. So little things can make a big difference, but there are times when maybe it feels like what you're doing is inadequate. Like, potentially I should, in quotes, be doing more to help my family. Well, let's examine that. What more does that look like? What expectations are you having of yourself as you're going through your day? And lastly, I want to encourage you and remind you that everyday action equals progress in your goals. So think about that every day. Action equals progress in your goals. And then also with the honesty piece, what extras am I adding to our schedule? Because every yes equals no to something else. That's a hard one because we wanna keep adding, especially in the summer months. Well, those of us up north, maybe in like California, and down south, you're like, oh my gosh, I can't be outside. But in the north here. We wanna get outside because this is the best part of the year. Unless you enjoy winter activities, which I don't know who enjoys going outside in zero-degree weather, not me. But that's something else to think about. And then the last thing is, if I'm not seeing movement, why? This is where we get to check back in with the Lord and say, "Okay, Jesus, why am I not seeing movement here?" What am I doing that may not be in alignment with what you have for me? Or why am I just experiencing so much blockage when it comes to doing whatever the goal is? So, checking back in with him, those areas of stewardship, and then going with what he says. So that is what I did to mid-year check in with myself. I shared a couple of things with my friends as to where I was and my answers to these questions. The question that my sister asked about in five years, I probably gave her a flippant answer at the time because like I was frustrated at my inability to make a huge, bigger year, five-year plan, or to tell her my big five-year plan. But then I went back to her and I was like, okay, so these are the things that I'm thinking the reason why I had such a flippant pat answer. It was because I feel like I'm not able to do as much of my business as I want to be doing. And there's a podcast episode about surrender that I did a couple of episodes ago (episode 110), and that's huge. Surrendering our hopes and our dreams for what God has for us instead. So you can go listen to that one next if you haven't listened to that. But I hope this is helpful for you. Again, if you are interested in coaching and having that accountability partner to help you in your business or in your life. Like I homeschool, I've been homeschooling the last three years. We've done traditional school, we've done Catholic school. Um, I have helped multiple six-figure business owners in their own businesses and coaching through that. So I have a plethora of experience I would love to share with you. Contact me You can hit me up on social media, on Instagram, and then you could also email me at dmr@daniellemroberts.com. My Growth Book Page I also started making a check-off sheet for inside each month for the growth book. I will share those with you. But I, who has been really, really beneficial for seeing visually my progress. And I've shared that with my accountability coach, my fitness coach, and it's just a great way for her to see how I'm doing, to check in with her and see myself and say, okay, this next, you know, the beginning of the month was rough with. Not eating enough food because we were on vacation. I want to see check marks for the rest of the month. Like that is my goal is again, breaking down the small goals to everyday action, to seeing that progress of being healthier, eating the right things, having enough protein, all that jazz. And then I also have my 9,000 steps a day in there. So I will share that in the show notes as well. And you guys can ask all the questions, be all the nosy things, and it'll be great. *Affiliate links are present in these show notes. I earn a small commission when you order through my links, at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting myself and my family through your purchase.

In this episode of the 'Created for This' podcast, I share personal experiences of solo parenting while my husband traveled for work, discussing the importance of self-care to prevent burnout. I highlight three aspects of rest—mental, physical, and emotional—emphasizing that true rest goes beyond superficial measures. Strategies for achieving rest include taking mental breaks, finding restful physical activities, and managing emotional health through prayer, walking, and journaling. The episode also delves into maintaining a positive mindset, backed by scripture, and the significance of seeking Jesus for peace and emotional support. I also provide practical tips for solo parents, such as asking for help and establishing routines. Mentioned in this episode: Bach Remedies/Rescue Remedies for Kids Bach Remedies/Rescue Remedies for Adults Bach Remedies/Rescue Remedies For the list of ways to rest, check that out here. To follow along with me on my journey, head over and and click "follow" on Instagram. *Affiliate links are present in these show notes. I earn a small commission when you order through my links, at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting myself and my family through your purchase.

In this episode of 'Created for This,' Lindsay Swoboda shares her journey as a military spouse, mother, and professional writer. She discusses transitioning from her dream job as a dancer to becoming a mother and author, navigating the unique challenges and grief associated with constant relocations, and finding resilience through vulnerability. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of creativity, trust, and community support in balancing family life and pursuing personal dreams. She reflects on the necessity of adjusting priorities, the impact of solo parenting, and the value of recognizing one's own bandwidth. Offering insights into trusting the process, she encourages listeners to embrace the unglamorous yet rewarding path of slow growth, anchored in faith and community. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:37 Meet Lindsay Swoboda: A Journey of Resilience 01:57 Transitioning Priorities: From Dance to Writing 02:56 Navigating Military Life and Family 09:13 Embracing Creativity and Writing 17:05 Balancing Motherhood and Personal Goals 20:53 Finding Joy in the Everyday 26:33 Navigating Military Life and Trusting God's Timing 27:37 The Journey of Writing a Book 29:06 Adventures and Challenges of Frequent Moving 34:24 The Importance of Community and Support 35:02 Solo Parenting: Tips and Realities 43:27 Encouragement and Final Thoughts Links to support Lindsay: Book Holding On and Letting Go: a life in motion Instagram

In this episode of Created for This, host Danielle Roberts is joined by Melissa Whaley to discuss the importance of consistency in achieving success, specifically from an ADHD perspective. We share personal stories and practical tips for overcoming roadblocks to consistency, such as burnout and unrealistic expectations. The conversation provides helpful strategies for prioritizing tasks, engaging in self-care, and using accountability tools. Listeners are encouraged to focus on small, achievable goals and to align their activities with their core values and current life seasons. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:37 Meet Melissa Whaley: Success Through Consistency 01:28 The Struggle with Consistency 02:33 Mindset and Decision Making 04:27 Balancing Self-Care and Responsibilities 06:22 The Importance of Prioritizing 16:50 Tools and Tips for Consistency 25:09 Prioritizing Marriage and Family Time 26:39 Engaging the Creative Side 28:00 Aligning Goals with Core Values 29:38 The Importance of Taking Breaks 32:09 Adapting to Life's Seasons 34:37 Understanding Capacity and Avoiding Burnout 38:29 The Role of Accountability 41:46 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Melissa can be found on Instagram, or you can get her core values workbook. Please go show her some love. Other episodes Melissa and I have recorded are: Episode 111: Stop Sacrificing Your Marriage on the Alter of Business Episode 104: Danielle and Melissa Share Their Top 3 House Management Tips Bonus: Melissa and Danielle's Favorite Christian Money Books (and Our No List) Episode 83: Lies Women Believe about Money and Business *Affiliate links are present in these show notes. I earn a small commission when you order through my links, at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting myself and my family through your purchase.

In this episode of 'Created for This,' Christian podcast host welcomes special guest, female boxer Sammy Worthington. Sammy shares her unique journey into the world of boxing, revealing how her faith guided her through an unexpected career. She discusses her early reluctance, turning points in her amateur and professional career, and how she views boxing as a form of worship and her calling to glorify God. The conversation delves into themes of faith, perseverance, and the significance of sharing personal stories to inspire and encourage others. Sammy also provides practical tips for keeping one's faith alive and shares insights into her daily routines, mindset, and support system. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:37 Meet Sammy Worthington: A Unique Career in Boxing 00:55 Sammy's Journey into Boxing 03:57 Faith and Boxing: Sammy's Testimony 09:38 Sharing Jesus Through Boxing 24:43 Keeping the Fire for Jesus Alive 34:12 Daily Life of a Professional Boxer 37:27 Conclusion and Farewell Books mentioned in this episode: Knowing God - J.I. Packer Grasping God's Word - J. Scott Bruce, and J. Daniel Hays Every Woman a Theologian - Phylicia Masonheimer Let the Nations Be Glad - John Piper Desiring God - John Piper Mere Christianity - C.S. Lewis *Affiliate links are present in these show notes. I earn a small commission when you order through my links, at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting myself and my family through your purchase.

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Join LeAnne Ash and I as we talk all things fitness, wellness, nutrition, and mindset. As requested by you all, this episode is so encouraging, gave insight into getting started, and not getting bored with your routine. LeAnne has a wonderful perspective on how to view fitness holistically and has great insights on resting. Here are links from this episode: *There are affiliate links here - thank you for supporting my family and mission, at no cost to yourself, when you order through these links. Creatine Collagen My favorite fitness bands Join the 6-week New Client Registration for Faster Way to Fatloss Hang out with LeAnne on Instagram - LeAnne's Instagram

Melissa and I both have seen so many marriages of small business owners end in divorce. We find this heartbreaking. Today we're here to encourage you to stop laying your marriage on the alter and sacrificing it for your business. Join Melissa Whaley, Christian Life Coach with an emphasis on marriage coaching, and I as we discuss one of the most important things for married women - your marriage. We look at: - What makes marriage healthy - How women can view submission as good (Eph. 5:22-33) - Involving your husband in your business - Mistakes we've made and how we're doing things differently. Previous Episodes with Melissa Episode 104: Top 3 Household Management Tips Episode 83: Lies Women Believe about Money with Melissa Whaley Find Melissa and her Freebie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ohheymelissawhaley/ and https://www.instagram.com/thetrailblazinglife/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@thetrailblazinglife Website http://www.trailblazingcoach.com Freebie Family Values Cheat Sheets https://trailblazing.podia.com/family-values-cheat-sheets

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It's so good to have someone help you work through this topic when it can be a challenge to know how to care for others. Kari Bartkus is a Spiritual Director to hurting Christian women but uses a modern-day letter-writing approach perfect for those drawn to quiet spaces and written words. Kari shares her acronym CARE from her book, Courageous Care: Helping others even when you're afraid. C - Courageously compassionate A - Authentically taking action R - Relying on God E - Ever mindful of the other person How to care for others as either an introvert or an extrovert. "We want the other person to know they are seen, loved, and taken care of." How to care for those who are not in your close group of friends or family. How to practically apply your spiritual gifts when caring for others. Spiritual Gifts Survey courtesy of Dr. Tom Rush - Listen to his podcast episode on using your spiritual gifts here. How to avoid burnout as a caregiver. Know who your people are to serve in this season. It can be as simple as your family or extended family. Have a ministry of intercession - pray for those around you. Prayer is the most powerful thing you can do for others. 5 Creative Ways to Rest, Refresh, and Renew Look at how the person you're caring has cared for others in the past or how the receive care best - mirror that. How to work through your own trauma and hurt through journaling in Kari's program Journal Gently. The program allows you to help others out of your own wholeness instead of your hurt. Click here to comment on ways you've found to give back and care for others. Buy Kari's book Courageous Care Join Kari's Journal Gently program Follow Kari on Instagram

It’s so good to have someone help you work through this topic when it can be a challenge to know how to care for others. Kari Bartkus is a Spiritual Director to hurting Christian women but uses a modern-day letter-writing approach perfect for those drawn to quiet spaces and written words. Kari shares her acronym CARE from her book, Courageous Care: Helping others even when you’re afraid.   C - Courageously compassionate A - Authentically taking action R - Relying on God E - Ever mindful of the other person   How to care for others as either an introvert or an extrovert.   “We want the other person to know they are seen, loved, and taken care of.”   How to care for those who are not in your close group of friends or family.   How to practically apply your spiritual gifts when caring for others. Spiritual Gifts Survey courtesy of Dr. Tom Rush - Listen to his podcast episode on using your spiritual gifts here.  How to avoid burnout as a caregiver. Know who your people are to serve in this season. It can be as simple as your family or extended family. Have a ministry of intercession - pray for those around you. Prayer is the most powerful thing you can do for others.   5 Creative Ways to Rest, Refresh, and Renew   Look at how the person you’re caring has cared for others in the past or how the receive care best - mirror that.  How to work through your own trauma and hurt through journaling in Kari’s program Journal Gently. The program allows you to help others out of your own wholeness instead of your hurt.  Click here to comment on ways you’ve found to give back and care for others.   Buy Kari’s book Courageous Care  Join Kari’s Journal Gently program  Follow Kari on Instagram