28- Tell Your Story: building confidence and purpose

30 - Having Faith During Fear

Hi guys!!!! It's been forever, but we're back with episode 30! :) In this episode, we dive deep into the tension between fear and faith—the moments when life feels uncertain, and fear feels louder than hope. Whether you're facing a personal storm, a spiritual drought, or just trying to stay grounded in a chaotic world, this one is for you. We explore what it really means to choose faith when fear feels more familiar, and how to move forward even when the path isn’t clear. From practical reflections to personal stories, this episode is a reminder that fear may knock, but faith is what we choose to answer with.

29- Growth Bytes #1 - It's been long enough (Deuteronomy 5)

Introducing a BRAND NEW series- Growth Bytes! They're quick, 5- ish minutes of encouragement to help embrace the uncomfortable, but more specifically - in mindsets, personal growth, Biblical truths, mental health, relationships, and the list goes on! What I can PROMISE - is 5 minutes of encouragement, growth, inspiration, and some laughs too :) This weeks all about knowing when it's time to say "long enough" -to negative circumstances, mindsets, and even physical locations when the time calls for it. <3 xoxo, bri

28- Tell Your Story: building confidence and purpose

We're baaaack & this one's all about leaning into YOUR story and what you have to offer. We can't always control what happens to us, but someone somewhere needs your vulnerability and your story. Remember- our story- the good AND bad - is what can give us the resources we need to tackle life and best prepare us to impact others. Listen in to hear how to build confidence in that process! Connect w/ me beyond the pod on Instagram: @bnsducks or @embracing.the.uncomfortable . xoxo, bri

27- Finding What's Important & doing it on purpose

Anyone else feel a little lost, or like you've made some drastic changes in how you choose to live your life?! In todays' solo episode, we're talking all things about finding your peace, leaning into who you are, and prioritizing the aspects of your life that truly set your soul on fire, with a deeply personal story from me sprinkled in about when my worst fears came true! A reminder, friends - use fear or anything else as a motivation to lean into who you are and pursue the things, people, circumstances, etc. that bring you peace. At the end of the day, things can change, priorities and goals can change... and that's okay! :) All we can do is take advantage of the TIME we're given! James 4:14- "what is your life? It is even a vapor, that appeared for a little time, and then vanisheth away." Reach out to me on Instagram: @bnsducks or @embracing.the.uncomfortable . Timestamps: 5:45-motivations/priorities can change 8:20- October story (personal) 17:30-Takeaways about TIME & priorities-they don't have to look like everyone else's 22:50-we can trust God w/ the priorities He's put on our hearts

26-Choosing Boldness in a world of fear (The Truth, pt. 2) - ft. Anna McCutcheon

It's here -- part 2 of my conversation w/ friend and fellow podcaster Anna McCutcheon, where we are discussing The Truth, and everything nitty and gritty that comes with that. This one's all about boldness and how to take steps to overcome the fear that comes along with embracing, speaking, and living out the truth! Spoiler alert - it ultimately comes down to our love for Jesus & those around us, and takes some humility and a whole lot of courage -- YOU'VE GOT THIS! Come hang out with us and get yourself HYPED about the truth! :) Connect w/ me on Instagram: @embracing.the.uncomfortable and @bnsducks . *Anna's podcast (available on all platforms) - "grit, grace, and coffee grinds". Timestamps: 2:00-what is boldness + speaking truth WITH love 12:35-practical tips to gain boldness (ask for help, practice) 18:40-the truth that Jesus accepted-the Cross!