Hey Reader,

Happy FriYayyyyyyy! How was your week?!
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My first full week of being 38 wore me OUT. But in all the best ways possible. 😊 Lol

Every year for my birthday I spent time to really reflect.

I typically do this as a journal entry – but this year I did it as a LIVE podcast episode.

This past year has taught me more than any planner, productivity hack, or hustle ever could.

It’s taught me about rest.
About abiding.
About slowing down enough to hear God’s voice whisper.

So for my latest episode of the JOYrney To Purpose® Podcast, I’m sharing these reflections with you — the lessons I wish someone had told me when I was entering womanhood, marriage, and motherhood.

These are the truths I want to pass on to my daughters one day.
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And to you — the women who show up here with me week after week. 💛

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why REST isn’t a privilege or reward — but our inheritance
• How to embrace wilderness seasons without fear or rushing
• Why obedience = freedom (with generational impact!)
• How to stay ROOTED in Christ and produce good fruit — even in busy seasons
• Reflection prompts to help you slow down, breathe, and abide

If you’re craving less hustle and more holy rest… I recorded this just for you.

Listen to the Birthday Reflections episode here:

(BTW: I’m FINALLY officially over on Apple Podcasts 🙌🏾 **Insert Praise Dance here ** lol)

With so much love and gratitude –

Here’s to trusting God more.
Here’s to staying present.

Have an amazing day and a wonder-filled weekend, Reader!
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​Here’s to the JOYrney™ ahead… ONE feel-good thing at a time. 🥂​
​Erica

PS: If you haven’t already — it would mean so much if you’d take a moment to rate, review, and share the show or share it with someone who could use a little JOY right now. Every single share makes a difference!

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BTW: If you’re a nurse/working in healthcare (or know someone who is) and you’re seeing burnout firsthand, I’d love to explore how we can bring more JOY to the healthcare system. I’m conducting a personal survey to hear more about your experiences and how together we can better support you as you care for others!