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Understanding Autism & Proactive Mental Health for Christian Leaders with Dr. Stephanie Holmes [Mental Health Series]

Understanding Autism & Proactive Mental Health for Christian Leaders with Dr. Stephanie Holmes [Mental Health Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

There is often confusion between developmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder, and mental health disorders, such as depression or bipolar. As Christian leaders, it’s vital for us to understand the differences as well as consider how we love and lead those...
Coping with Anxiety as a Christian Leader with Holly Cain [Mental Health Series]

Coping with Anxiety as a Christian Leader with Holly Cain [Mental Health Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

How can you lead effectively when you struggle with anxiety? And how can you support those you lead who face this mental health challenge?   Subscribe to the podcast here Become a Podcast Partner & Access Bonus Content This post contains affiliate links,...
Episode 88: Simplifying by Asking One Key Question with Kelsy Schmidt [Simplify Series]

Episode 88: Simplifying by Asking One Key Question with Kelsy Schmidt [Simplify Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Relationships, Wellness

Maybe you’ve considered simplifying your life, but you’re just not sure where to start. It might be as easy as asking one key question. But the journey isn’t always a straight path.  Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means if you...
Episode 87: Simple Self-Care for Christian Leaders [Simplify Series]

Episode 87: Simple Self-Care for Christian Leaders [Simplify Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Is it okay for Christians to focus on self-care? And if so, how can Christian leaders simplify their self-care to make it practical and doable? Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means if you choose to make a purchase via one of...
Episode 86: When Unexpected Life Circumstances Force You to Simplify with Elissa Joy Watts

Episode 86: When Unexpected Life Circumstances Force You to Simplify with Elissa Joy Watts

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Sometimes simplifying your life happens by choice; other times, life circumstances force you to find a new way of living. And it’s when you let go of the illusion of control that you can truly understand what it means to trust God completely. Subscribe to the podcast...
Episode 81: Dealing with Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Mental Health as a Christian Leader with Laura Howe

Episode 81: Dealing with Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Mental Health as a Christian Leader with Laura Howe

by Esther Littlefield | Leadership Podcast, Ministry, Wellness

How does mental health relate to Christian leadership? How can we recognize the signs of burnout or compassion fatigue, and what can we do to avoid these issues? Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means if you choose to make a...
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I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a pastor’s wife, mom of a spirited child, business owner and active leader in my church. I love leading women’s Bible studies, missions trips, marriage retreats (alongside my husband), and my business team. My hope is that this site will help you embrace your God-given gifts and lead with confidence.

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If you’re in ministry or leadership, do you stru If you’re in ministry or leadership, do you struggle with saying no or setting boundaries? Boundary setting is an important aspect of maintaining our mental health as leaders. Take a listen to what Dr. Stephanie Holmes has to say about this on episode 101 of the podcast. #leadingwithconfidence #christianleadership #discipleship #graceupongrace #biblegram #christianblog #bedeeplyrooted #Christianliving #christianpodcast #womenoftheword #intheword #quiettime #preachingtomyself #bestill #promisesofgod #ministrylife #christiantalk #godspurpose #faithblogger #shedelights #biblepromises #sistersinchrist #womenofGod #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawareness #christianmentalhealth #christianmentalhealthawareness #christianmentalhealthcounselor #christiancounseling
Over the past several years, I've worked in the on Over the past several years, I've worked in the online business space both building my own personal brand and working with clients to help them grow their businesses online. In that time, I've learned a lot and I absolutely love teaching and sharing what I know. And since I love podcasting, I've decided to add a 2nd podcast to the mix: The Christian Woman Business Podcast. (Real creative, I know). Actually I had a totally different podcast name planned, but when I prepared to launch, I found that someone else had used that name. Either way, the content is geared towards the Christian business owners and content creators (like authors, speakers, bloggers, podcasters) who want to grow their audience or business online without compromising their faith or values. I'll be sharing a lot of practical and nitty-gritty business strategies as well as higher level concepts based on my experiences and education over the past several years. Episodes 1 & 2 are live so be sure to head over and check it out! Link is in profile! #christianbusiness #christianbusinessowner #christianbusinesscoach #christianentrepreneur #christianentrepreneurs #christianencouragement #faithbasedbusiness #christiangirlboss #jesusgirlbossbabe #faithoverfear #faithinspired #christianentrepreneur #christianwomeninbusiness #leadingwithconfidence #christianleadership #christianleaders #christian #christianquotes #shereadstruth #propelwomen #christianwoman #womeninministry #servantleadership #christianinspiration #healthyboundaries #biblestudymoments #leadingandlovingit
On Sunday I hiked a mountain alone. At the top of On Sunday I hiked a mountain alone. At the top of the mountain, after I had gotten through the most intense part of the hike, I was so immersed in the beauty around me that I somehow lost track of the trail. I reached a point where the trail didn't seem to keep going, so I looked around to try and figure out where I had gotten off track. I pulled up the trail map on my phone which helped me navigate back to the trail, which wasn't that far away. It might seem strange to lose the trail at the top of a mountain, but with the open rock surface and scattered trees, it's easy if you're not paying super close attention. This experience reminded me of part of my conversation with @emilypfreeman on my podcast recently. We were talking about how, sometimes, it's not the fear of failure that stops people from pursuing a dream but rather the fear of success. The fear of "what if I get off track or become prideful or..." She shared "You have a God who can handle it. He is perfectly capable… to nudge you in the right direction if you go off track.” Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the podcast I started in July of 2018. I could have let the fear of failure OR the fear of success stop me. Even now, I often ask God to keep me humble and to keep us on track with our motivations in the right place. You've heard it before but maybe you need to hear it again: if you sense God calling you to do something, take that first step. And trust that He will guide you and get you back on track if you head in the wrong direction.
Ever since I was young, writing has been a part of Ever since I was young, writing has been a part of my life. I kept journals and diaries in elementary school. And after my father died suddenly in a tragic accident, writing was one of the ways I coped with the grief. I had this dream hidden deep inside me to one day write a book about what happened with my dad. As I got older, I continued writing but I kept that dream of a book way down inside. I didn't dare to really pursue the writing for all kinds of reasons... but mostly, it was fear. In my conversation with @emilypfreeman on my podcast (during which I tried not to sound like a total fan girl), she said something profound. “Every writer knows what she wants to say. What she doesn’t know is if people will want to read it.” Wow, if that's not a true statement I don't know what is. The truth is, what kept me back from pursuing my dream of writing a book is fear. What keeps many of us back from sharing a message is fear... fear that people won't really want to read or listen to what we have to say. If you're a writer or want to be a writer... I'd love to invite you to listen in to this conversation I had with Emily. It's a bonus episode of the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast, and you can also check it out on my site. p.s. we also chat about #HopeWriters, which will be open next week for new members. I'm an affiliate and am offering a special bonus for anyone who decides to join through my link (access to my "Grow Your Audience Masterclass") so shoot me a message if you're interested!
Hey friends, Happy Friday! It's been a while since Hey friends, Happy Friday! It's been a while since I've done an introduction so I thought it'd be fun to do that today. In case you don't know me, I'm Esther Littlefield, writer, speaker, and host of the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast. I'm passionate about helping women embrace their gifts and lead with confidence. I also believe that we as Christians should be setting the example in how we live, work, and speak, so sometimes I talk about issues of faith and culture. In addition, I'm a business owner and I'm getting ready to share a 2nd podcast with the world (what?!?) called the Christian Woman Business Podcast. Creative, I know 😉 This podcast will be for those women who want to grow their business or audience and make an impact without compromising their faith or values. Now, here's a few random facts about me that you might not know: • I love going to live concerts and music festivals. The first ones I attended were way back in high school, when I went to Creation Fest in PA. More recently, we've enjoyed going to SoulFest in NH and I'm super bummed that it's canceled this year. My favorite band is Switchfoot and I love seeing them live whenever possible. • I love learning and whenever I find a new topic I'm interested in, I will often dive in deep, listening to podcasts, watching YouTube videos, or reading books about the topic. • Even though I'm a podcaster, I'm a writer at heart. I typically write out my podcast episodes before recording, because I'm able to make sense of my thoughts better when I write them out. Okay, your turn! Tell me 3 things I might not know about you!
Just like our physical healing can come from God b Just like our physical healing can come from God by way of a miracle or the help of professionals like doctors and nurses, the same can be true of healing in other areas of our lives. But the source of that healing is ultimately from God. Hear more of this conversation on Episode 99 of the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast with @drbarbaralowe. We discuss trauma, healing, and getting (and providing) support for mental health as Christian leaders. Not an easy conversation, but an important one.
A vital part of discipling women within your churc A vital part of discipling women within your church is reaching women who are in various stages of life as well as various stages of their faith walk. Cyndee Ownbey of @womensministrytoolbox gives us some solid and practical advice in episode 97 about how to do this. How has women’s ministry played a role in your own discipleship?
A lot of people are experiencing grief and loss ri A lot of people are experiencing grief and loss right now. And it might not look like the typical grief, especially if you haven't lost a loved one. But here's some encouragement: Jesus gives us peace. Having been through grief myself, I dislike trite answers and quick replies to the difficulties we experience. But I do believe that with Jesus, we can have peace even in the midst of grief and unthinkable circumstances. I pray that you experience the peace of Jesus this week. What passage of scripture is bringing you encouragement right now?
Every day, we’re hearing more and more stories o Every day, we’re hearing more and more stories of deconstruction and people publicly leaving the Christian faith. But what exactly is deconstruction? And how can we navigate this issue as Christian leaders? What are some keys to support people who are doubting? And how do we deal with our own doubts when we have them? In this conversation for the Discipleship Series, Holly and I dive into these topics and more with @alisachilders. Alisa shares her own story of deconstruction and how that led her into the world of apologetics. Plus tips on how we as Christian communities and churches can incorporate discipleship ore effectively in our churches. We’re getting so much feedback on this episode and I’d love to know what you think.
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