This episode delves into the challenges and benefits of effective delegation, particularly for those who struggle with letting go of control and the fear of entrusting tasks to others. Somer and Michelle share their personal experiences and discuss what changed their perspectives on "sharing the load." They also have a big announcement for our podcast community and an invitation to the Summer Challenge—something they never had on their radar for SWHW... but God. This is an episode that will leave you encouraged and excited.

00:00 Welcome and BIG Announcement
03:15 Last Episode Before the Break: Join Us on Patreon!
06:22 Delegation: The Key to Leadership and Capacity
18:06 The Power of Delegation and Trust in God
19:37 The Importance of Responsibility and Growth
21:03 Personal Delegation: A Strategy for Success
22:15 Personal Insights from Learning WHY To Delegate
25:18 Investing in Others Through Delegation
26:55 The Challenge of Delegation and Personal Growth

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In this episode Somer welcomes SWHW teammate and friend, Callie Holland, as they talk about what it feels like to wonder if you're "too much." They both share personal experiences and lessons learned, eventually getting to the root of the issue with scripture.

02:28 Navigating the Complexities of Ambition and Identity
05:43 The Challenge of Leadership
07:58 Embracing Our True Identity in Christ
11:05 Exploring the Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit
19:11 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Overcoming Insecurity
22:08 Battling Spiritual Warfare and Embracing Your 'Too Muchness'
22:42 The Power of Prayer and Vulnerability in Leadership
27:43 Peter's Journey: From Insecurity to the Rock of the Church
31:11 Inviting the Holy Spirit into Every Aspect of Life
32:10 Closing Thoughts and Invitation to the Community

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• the risks of defaulting to parent out of motivations other than hope
• laying the foundation for the teen years in childhood years
• biggest challenges + opportunities in raising teens today
• the reminder that it's never too late to parent (or grandparent!) out of hope

This episode, inspired by one of our Patreon Besties, delves into the often times confusing emotions we encounter when we want to know if it's time to walk away from something. In part 2 of How To Know If It's Time To Quit, Somer and Michelle talk through the signs and symptoms that they've often felt when it was the Lord leading them to quit, rather than their own wants or desires. This episode puts the 'explanation point' on the entire conversation and we hope leaves you with clear indicators that help you to identify or at least intentionally listen for the voice of God.

00:00 Recognizing the Signs
03:50 A Sign of Divine Stirring
11:54 The Power of Prayer + Community
15:06 Emotional Signals
19:09 The Fruit of the Spirit
21:36 The Gift of Restlessness
28:06 Seeking Clarity and Direction

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124. This episode, inspired by one of our Patreon Besties, delves into the often times confusing emotions we encounter when we want to know if we need to quit something. Somer and Michelle give you part 1 this week which talks through the signs and symptoms that they've often felt when it was their flesh that was pushing them towards quitting. This conversation serves as a bit of a guide in helping you recognize when your impulse to quit is a selfish reflex versus a God-led command.

01:25 Exploring Personal Responses to Quitting
04:24 The Signs of When to Quit: Boredom and Discontentment
12:47 Quitting When It's Hard
16:33 Confronting Rebellion and Avoidance
23:38 Evaluating the Urge to Quit
24:12 When Quitting is the Right Choice

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In this episode, Somer and Michelle share some of their most valuable lessons learned from experiences working in corporate America and the marketplace before transitioning to ministry work. Coming from a variety of industries, including banking, retail, scientific research, fitness, network marketing, and pharmaceutical sales, they are sharing how each of their assignments have shaped them and prepared them for their current roles and reminding you how your current assignment is probably doing the same thing.

00:48 Diving Into Our Diverse Career Histories
05:05 Embracing Being Set Apart in the Workplace
10:58 Mentorship Doesn't Require a Formal Invitation
14:42 The Power of Little Things in Making a Big Impact
18:53 Embracing the Small Things in Life
19:07 Learning from the Fashion Industry: Counting the Cost
22:49 The Leap to Gym Ownership
26:04 The Power of Contentment: Beyond Financial Success
31:05 Leadership Insights: The Value of Collective Wisdom
35:37 Reflecting on Lessons Learned and the Impact of Leadership

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Yep, we're talking about the good ole' social media... again. But don't worry, Somer and Michelle are keeping it fresh with a nuanced approach to a spiritually healthy relationship with your internet friends and follows. Whether you're a content consumer, a content creator, or somewhere in between, we promise you'll be inspired, not beat up, by this conversation.

00:41 Diving Into the Social Media Dilemma
02:27 The Impact of Social Media on Spiritual Life
05:43 Evaluating Time Spent on Social Media
17:17 Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries on Social Media
25:32 Practical Tips and Final Thoughts

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In this episode, Somer talks to her friend, Linda Lotich from Seedtime. Linda shares a little of her own story which has led her to a deep desire to see women not only feel permission to rest, but to understand that stepping away with the Lord, even from their own families, is vital to their soul and ministry.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction of Linda
01:46 The Importance of Taking Breaks for Moms
03:14 Linda's Personal Journey and Insights on Rest
08:31 Implementing Rest and Its Impact
16:31 Exploring Jesus' Example of Rest and Its Application
18:52 Practical Steps Towards Prioritizing Rest and God
21:58 Recognizing the Need for Rest and Turning to God
24:55 The Transformative Power of Rest and Prioritizing God
26:17 The Power of Prayer and Fasting in Jesus' Life
28:46 Embracing the Prodigal Son's Lesson: Everything God Has is Already Ours
33:33 Practical Tips for Deepening Your Prayer Life
40:12 Finding Rest in God Amidst Life's Challenges

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