Tag: Goals

1 Thing to Ask Yourself Before You Get a Side Gig

In last week’s post, I talked about a very brief side gig I had a few years ago that drained me. I wasn’t drained by the people I worked with or the organization I worked for; I was simply drained by having a part-time job in addition to having a full-time job. After about six months, I quit because I couldn’t handle having a side gig anymore—but I learned a valuable lesson from the experience. Whether you’re hoping to find a side gig or not, I think it’ll be helpful.

3 Things to Keep in Mind if You’re Experiencing Burnout

I do believe God has called me to write—at least in this season of my life—but the burnout is agonizing. It’s also agonizing to not know when I’ll stop feeling this way. But honestly, that’s why I wrote this post—to remind you (and myself) of a few important things if you're experiencing burnout and don’t know how to move forward.

Why I Don’t Like “Somebody to You” by Rachael Lampa

“Somebody to You” is a popular Christian song that Rachael Lampa released in 2023. At first, I loved this song. It really resonated with me because—like Rachael—I’ve struggled with insecurity about my popularity and success. The lyrics are vulnerable (which is honestly rare in the Christian music industry). But after I heard her perform “Somebody to You” in concert, my opinion totally changed.

When God Doesn’t Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution

So I crafted a query letter and a book proposal, which I submitted to about 30 literary agents and publishers. And as you know (if you read my recent blogiversary post), none of those literary agents or publishers expressed interest in my book. I was crushed. But more than that, I was frustrated with God—because it felt like He was standing in the way of me achieving my New Year’s resolution.

There’s More to Life Than Following Your Heart

I recently left my job as the Proposal Coordinator of an IT consulting company to become a writer/editor of reports for donors at a Christian nonprofit organization. This is the kind of job I’ve wanted for a long time. Before I was even contacted by the organization about setting up an initial interview, I'd been praying for God to provide a position at a Christian company—specifically doing something I enjoy. When I was offered the position at the nonprofit, I knew it was an answer to prayer. However, I don't think my non-Christian coworkers and supervisors at the IT consulting company truly understood why I was leaving.

3 Things That Could Change Your Life in 2023

We’re several weeks into 2023, and you’ve probably been completely bombarded with content about making (and keeping) your goals for this year. I know it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all of the things you have to do to supposedly make this the best year ever. Friends, I’m not promising that these three things will make 2023 the best year ever. But it’s very possible that they'll positively impact your life, especially your relationship with God.

Dear 2023: A Message for the Year Ahead

2023, I realize that you may hold a million new opportunities. Oh, how I hope so. I could meet an amazing guy, fall in love, and get married. A huge book publisher could reach out to me and ask me to write a new book. Podcasters, bloggers, authors, speakers, and other influential individuals from around the world could invite me to share my story for their audiences. I should be hopeful about your arrival, not scared. So why can’t I seem to shake this fear?

Why You Don’t Have to Do All the Things

When other people ask you how you’re doing, you enjoy telling them, “Oh, I’m good—busy as usual.” You have the appearance of a go-getter, which you secretly love. And you always feel good about yourself when you complete the tasks on your to-do list. But all of a sudden—at least it feels sudden—you reach your breaking point.  

Dear Corporate Ladder-Climber

I know that you wonder if one day—someday—all of the eye pain, neck pain, and back pain will pay off. If the 45-minute commute, the horrendous traffic, and the interstate driving will pay off. If the long, lonely hours of staring at a screen trapped inside white prison walls will pay off.

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