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How has your week been?

Last week stretched me — in the best way. And even though I was exhausted, so much of it felt like affirmation, confirmation, and God giving me the “green light” to do something new (more on that later).

Three cities.
Three very different rooms.
One recurring theme: Alignment.

It started with sitting — on a panel with the women of my church, talking about what it means to “Ask Jesus ANYTHING.”

The honesty in that room.
The boldness.
The tears.

It reminded me of something I don’t ever want to forget:

Courage in public leadership is cultivated in private faith.

Then I was zipping down to Atlanta to speak at the BWII Sisterhood Conference about rediscovering love and loyalty — at home, in the workplace, and within ourselves.

And here’s what struck me most:

Women are not struggling with competence.

Many are wrestling with congruence.

• How do I lead with excellence… without abandoning my values?
• How do I pursue success… without losing softness?
• How do I show up fully — faith, ambition, and authenticity intact?

And then I was bopping over to Philadelphia for a jazzy networking brunch with NSN Philadelphia gathering leaders and creatives— connecting, building, laughing, dreaming.

The energy in every room was powerful.

But here’s the deeper reflection I carried home with me:

As meaningful as it is to build publicly…
there is equal power in being home.

I started the week off with snowy views and cozy vibes
Celebrating my husband turning 40, and my son stepping into year 8.

Here’s what I was reminded of:

Public impact means very little if private JOY is shrinking.

If that happens, something is misaligned.

So this coming week, I’m choosing SLOW.

More presence.
More intentional recalibration.

Because leadership isn’t just about FOMO and momentum.

It’s about rest.
And readiness.
And returning to what anchors you.

A NEW JOYrney™ Experience for Women Seeking REST (without guilt 😉)

This brings me to something I’ve been praying about for a while.

It’s official. I’m opening a private, application-based daily Bible Reading & Women’s Study Circle.

Not because we need “another thing to do.”

But because so many women I speak to — especially moms and caregivers — tell me the same thing:

“I’m tired. I want to rest. And I want consistency in the Word… but I don’t have the time, and struggle to sustain it.”

This space is designed to help us build a JOYful, sustainable daily practice of studying Scripture — not just for knowledge, but for real-life application. (In as little as 15 minutes a day!)

The foundation of the group will be rooted in:

• Isaiah 61 — restoration, freedom, renewed purpose
• Proverbs 31 — wisdom, stewardship, strength, and order in daily life

And let me be clear:

This is not about perfection.
It’s not about performance.
It’s not about being the “Proverbs 31 woman” in hustle mode.

Here’s what the group includes:

🌿 A simple, sustainable daily Bible reading plan
🌿 Scripture-based prompts (5 days/week)
🌿 Real-life reflection and discussion
🌿 A grace-filled community of women committed to growth

Founding Member Investment: $27/month

The first 40 women who join will lock in that rate for as long as the group exists (and their subscription remains active). Once those seats are filled, the rate will increase for future members.

Because this is intentionally curated and alignment matters, participation is by application.

If this resonates with you — if you’ve been craving structure, sisterhood, and spiritual steadiness — I would love to read your application.

If you’d like to learn a little more about the heart/intention behind the group you can click here. If your application is accepted – you’ll receive next steps.

If you have any questions, feel free to send them my way!

We kickoff next Monday, March 2nd!

In the meantime, before I close, I want to ask you:

What rhythms are you protecting this week?

Where do you need to sit… zip…or bop?

And how are you intentionally weaving JOY into your leadership — at work and at home?

Reply and tell me. I read every message.

We’re on the JOYrney™ together… ONE feel-good thing at a time!

Erica

The JOYrney To Purpose® Podcast

Finally, what happens when the dream you prayed for starts to feel like the thing holding you hostage?

In this week’s episode of the JOYrney To Purpose® Podcast, I’m joined by Creative Entrepreneur and Founder Erica Rankin for an honest conversation about burnout, identity, and rediscovering JOY beyond hustle culture and performance.

We talk about wilderness seasons, numbing habits, and what it really looks like to return to Christ when ”success” starts to cost you your peace.

If you’re a working mom, caregiver, executive, or founder navigating transition or identity shifts — this episode is your reminder:

Success without surrender isn’t freedom. And letting go can be the doorway back to JOY.

The new episode drops tonight at 9PM EST.

Have an amazing weekend, friend!

We’re on the JOYrney™ together — one feel-good thing at a time,
Erica