E86: Perfectionism Is a Lie | Kristen Bruinius

E89: She Moved to Spain & Didn't Speak Spanish | Jo Clarke

This episode is such a beautiful reminder that sometimes the biggest growth happens when you’re willing to be uncomfortable. Jo originally moved from the UK to Spain without knowing the language, without knowing anyone, and without really knowing what she was doing. What started as a feeling that she was meant to live there turned into a complete life transformation. In this conversation, we talk about: * Leaving behind a successful fashion career * Moving to another country alone * Learning Spanish as an adult * Starting over and reinventing yourself * The emotional side of language learning * Why discomfort is necessary for growth * Imposter syndrome and finding confidence * The power of human connection and communication Jo also shares what it was like navigating life between London, Barcelona, and Dubai, how she eventually became an English teacher, and why she believes language is about connection more than perfection. This conversation felt honest, encouraging, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever felt pulled toward a new chapter but scared to take the leap. If you’ve ever wanted to start over, learn something new, pivot careers, move somewhere unfamiliar, or simply become more confident in yourself, I think this episode will really encourage you.

E88: Lukewarm Christianity Is Destroying Families | Krystal Blocker

This conversation felt less like recording a podcast and more like sitting in the middle of a very honest, very convicting conversation about faith, spiritual warfare, and what it actually means to follow Jesus in everyday life. Krystal Blocker is back for part two of our conversation on the Holy Spirit, and we went deep into topics that honestly are not talked about enough. We talked about spiritual warfare, being lukewarm in our faith, offense, pride, comfort, generational cycles, and how easy it is to slowly drift away from God without even realizing it. One of the biggest things we discussed was how the enemy rarely shows up in obvious ways. Sometimes it looks like distraction. Sometimes it looks like bitterness, comfort, pride, self-focus, anxiety, or constantly feeling offended. We also talked about how important it is to know the difference between our feelings and the voice of God. Krystal breaks down the Armor of God in such a practical and relatable way. We talked about what it looks like to actually live this out in marriage, parenting, friendships, and daily life instead of just hearing these verses in church and moving on. This episode is passionate, emotional, scripture-filled, and very real. If you have ever struggled with spiritual confusion, feeling distant from God, anxiety, fear, people pleasing, or just feeling spiritually exhausted, this conversation is for you. “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

E87: Is It God or Your Feelings? How to Hear the Voice of God | Krystal Blocker

What if the voice you’ve been following… isn’t actually God? In this powerful (and very real) conversation, Kristen sits down with Krystal Blocker for part one of a raw, Spirit-led discussion on something every woman wrestles with: How do you know if it’s the Holy Spirit… or just your feelings? Together, they unpack: * Why feelings aren’t bad—but can be incredibly misleading * The subtle lies women believe about “being enough” * How anxiety, control, and insecurity are often rooted in misaligned thinking * What it actually looks like to surrender and trust God in real life * How to stop playing God in other people’s hearts (and your own) * The power of “do-overs” in marriage, parenting, and faith * Why observing fruit—not judging—is key to discernment This episode is honest, convicting, and full of those “wow, I needed that” moments. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of what God is asking you to do… this conversation will bring clarity, peace, and truth. 👉 And don’t miss Part 2 next week as we dive deeper into spiritual warfare, the enemy’s playbook, and how to take your thoughts captive. If someone came to mind while listening, send this episode to them—that might just be your God wink. 💛

E86: Perfectionism Is a Lie | Kristen Bruinius

What if the reason you feel stuck… isn’t because you’re not doing enough—but because you think it has to be all or nothing?In this solo episode, Kristen gets real about the pressure to “do it right”—in motherhood, health, faith, and life—and how that mindset quietly leads to burnout, guilt, and shame.From her journey with mental health, hormones, and the holistic world… to parenting teens and navigating faith in the messy middle… she shares how all-or-nothing thinking showed up everywhere—and how letting go of it changed everything.This episode dives into:The hidden lies behind perfectionism10 cognitive distortions that might be running your lifeWhy “being consistent” doesn’t mean being perfectThe 80% rule that brings freedom instead of pressureHow to give yourself the same grace you give everyone elseIf you’ve ever felt like you’re failing because you can’t do it perfectly—this episode is for you.You’re not behind.You’re not broken.And you don’t have to do this perfectly to do it well.

E85: You Can't Heal What Your Keep Hiding | Krystal Blocker

This episode is raw, real, and deeply redemptive. Krystal Blocker shares her journey through a childhood marked by addiction and abuse, the hidden struggles of high-functioning alcoholism, eating disorders, and the quiet lies that followed her into adulthood. On the outside, everything looked fine. On the inside, she was unraveling. Until one night—at the absolute end of herself—she whispered the name of Jesus. What followed wasn’t instant perfection… it was surrender. And that changed everything. This conversation is about: * The danger of trying to control your own healing * The lies that keep women stuck in shame and silence * What it really means to forgive (even when it’s hard) * And how God rebuilds what we’ve burned down If you’ve ever felt exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re barely holding it together… this one is for you.