What if being chosen by God doesn’t mean having it all together?
In this episode, we’re diving into the life of Mary—the ordinary young woman God chose for an extraordinary calling—and what her story teaches us about faith, surrender, and trusting God when the plan doesn’t make sense.

Mary wasn’t chosen because she was perfect. She was chosen because she was willing. And for moms navigating motherhood, marriage, mental health, grief, and the everyday chaos of life, that truth hits deep.

We talk about:

• What it really means to trust God when you feel unqualified

• Why obedience doesn’t require perfection (and never has)

• How comparison steals our confidence in God’s calling

• Finding peace when God’s plan feels overwhelming or unclear

• Applying Mary’s faith to modern motherhood and real life struggles

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough, behind, or unsure if you’re doing life “right,” this episode is for you.

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In today’s episode, we dive into the comparison trap moms fall into—and how it quietly steals our joy, confidence, and sense of accomplishment. From social media pressure to milestone anxiety to the belief that every other mom has it more “together,” comparison can make us question our worth without even realizing it.

We break down why comparison feels so heavy, how it shows up in everyday motherhood, and the truth that each of us has unique gifts and strengths designed specifically for our children. You don’t need to be the “perfect mom.” You just need to be you—the mom your kids were given on purpose.

If you’ve ever felt behind, not enough, or like someone else is doing motherhood “better,” this episode will feel like a deep breath and a reset.

✨ In this episode we talk about:

• Why comparison is the biggest joy thief for moms

• The most common areas moms compare themselves

• How social media creates unrealistic expectations

• Why your gifts matter more than someone else’s strengths

• Practical steps to break the comparison cycle

• How to reclaim confidence in your motherhood journey

If this episode encourages you, share it with a mom friend who needs this reminder too. And make sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast—it helps our little community of mamas grow and supports us in creating more conversations like this.

You’re doing better than you think. You’re the mom you were meant to be. 💛

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It's TIIIIIIIIIME (cue the Mariah Carey song)! In this episode we reached out to YOU to learn more about and share your holiday traditions! We hope that as you get into the holiday spirit you remember the reason for the season, and that all your kids truly want for Christmas is time and memories with you.

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