Grace grew up thinking it normal to work late nights (all the time), pack her schedule, push her body to its limits.

This kind of lifestyle had been glorified in the fast-paced, Ivy-League-striving Bay Area where she'd grown up.

And still... it was never enough. But she kept pushing through anyway, to "maximize" her life and impact.

But what she DIDN'T realize were all the HIDDEN costs she was incurring over the years...

• Chronic stress from the endless to-do's.

• Constant guilt for not doing more for more people.

• Depletion, low energy, mood swings from sleep deprivation, stress eating, lack of self-care and TRUE, deep soul rest.

• All the stress her body was storing.

• The unexplainable itchy rashes, fainting spells, even a seizure.

• Scary 9-1-1 calls and ER visits...

Fast forward to today...

We're both full-time entrepreneurs amidst a very different yet also very similar world of hustle culture, high stakes and even MORE pressure, opportunities to endlessly work and burn ourselves to the ground...

But thank God... we've learned a BETTER WAY to work - and LIVE.

If you've ever wondered:

"Is it NORMAL to wear busyness & perfectionism like a badge?"

"How do I get OUT of these cycles of chronic burnout, which my social events, hangouts, trips, PTO, Netflix, etc. just can't seem to fix?!"

"Why does Jesus tell us we can take his yoke AND live 'freely and lightly'? Is it too good to be true??"

We pray that this testimony episode encourages you. ❤️

In cultures where selflessness and sacrifice are often glorified, it's easy to confuse them with their unhealthy look-a-like: self-neglect.

Join us in this episode as we delve into:

• The nuances and differences between selflessness vs. self-neglect and how we often see this show up in our Asian American Christian contexts

• Why it's so common for Christians to overlook this difference

• What makes us gravitate towards self-neglect without even knowing it

• What it means to genuinely help and serve others WITHOUT neglecting, abandoning, or losing ourselves

• The common signs of self-neglect to watch out for (and why it's dangerous)

• How Jesus models how to practically live out true, biblical, healthy selflessness

We explore all of this and more based on Scriptural insights, our own struggles and stories, and practical tips you can apply in your own life.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of serving others or struggled to prioritize your own needs without guilt - this episode is for you.

We pray this conversation helps you set boundaries that honor and protect your well-being, while better understanding God's heart for you to healthily love and serve others.

This week we're celebrating our 1-YEAR PODVERSARY!!! 🎉

It's hard to believe that a year's flown by since we first launched this podcast... since then, God's used this platform to impact literally thousands of people in ways we can't even see, support and amplify tons of incredible guests, and taught and stretched us SO MUCH along the way...

Today, we're taking y'all behind the scenes and sharing six of the BIGGEST, real + raw lessons that have shaped us in this journey of podcasting with God (including some real-time personal processing LOL #veryraw).

Whether you're feeling a tug to start a podcast or something new, or are just curious and wanting to learn and grow, we hope these lessons can shed insight into the lesser-seen side of podcasting and entrepreneurship... but also encourage and empower you in your own endeavors, too!

Thank you SO much for being here with us along this journey... We are immeasurably grateful for your encouragement, subscribes, shares, engagement, etc. - it all truly means SO MUCH more than you can know!! 🙂

Struggling with chronic anxiety and stress at work?

Whether it's being buried under never-ending workloads, looming deadlines, or constant indecision, most of us are NOT strangers to anxiety at work...

Join us as we dive into three POWERFUL strategies (that are usually overlooked) to combat workplace stress and anxiety HEAD-ON.

We hope these practical tips help you better manage work stress and anxiety, people-pleasing, and overworking, and more.

Also for this one, you'll want to make sure you listen until the end... ;)

After nearly a decade in corporate tech, Alex very recently transitioned out to pursue something completely new... something that we've both felt God has been "setting up" for a while now!

Just 3 days after leaving his job, Alex shares the very real and raw challenges, obstacles, and fears he experienced in taking this big step of faith - but also what God showed and convicted him of in the process.

We also talk about the real temptation to "quiet quit" - and what ended up happening when Alex sensed God calling him to finish well and be bolder in ministering to his co-workers and managers.

We pray that these reflections would encourage you and inspire you with practical ideas for ways to be salt and light in your own workplace, spheres of influence, and transitional seasons, too!

Today we sit down with our favorite Christian comedy creator: Gabriel Lopez! Known as @gods.best.friend with over 350,000 followers on social media, what led Gabriel to start this social media ministry and write his book (God's Best Friend: The Adventures of an Ordinary Man and an Extraordinary God) was far from what he had ever willed or expected.

Join us as we dive into his personal journey of the unimaginable loss and grief that led him to where he is today... including POWERFUL testimonies that will ignite your faith and expand your perspective.

We also talk about what it looks like to invite God into the creative process, how to not be weighed down by pressure to "top yourself," and encouragement and wisdom for those of you who feel a tug to start a new endeavor or create with God!

Ben Chung has been a member of the world-famous dance crew the Jabbawockeez, (who rose to fame for winning the first season of ABDC) and later went on to co-found Kinjaz—both of which have become two of the biggest influences and leading innovators in the modern dance world.

He’s a dancer, podcaster, entrepreneur, and more… but more than all that, he’s a follower of Jesus who’s unafraid to use his real and raw stories and lessons learned to inspire others.

We pray it leaves you encouraged to see God’s purpose in your own story—no matter how unconventional, messy, or non-linear it may seem—and to not be held back by fear, but to boldly GO for the dreams and passions God’s leading you towards!

What does it look like to honor God in our pursuit of health and fitness?

Why is it so much harder to value health and wellness for some versus others?

How can we set and stick to our 2024 health goals, without falling into the trap of *unhealthy* obsession?

Today, join us for testimonies and lessons guaranteed to inspire you from Matt Huffman, the Owner of The Ark Fit and fellow Christian entrepreneur based in Orange County, California.

Tune in for invaluable wisdom, POWERFUL stories, and keys that will help you make 2024 your HEALTHIEST year yet!

What does it look like to partner WITH God in our work and lives? How do we discern between faith vs. foolishness? How do we ensure our goals are aligned with God's desires for our lives?

Today, we dive into all of this (and more) with Shae Bynes, Co-Founder of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur, who shares POWERFUL testimonies and wisdom guaranteed to fuel your faith!

Join us in unpacking not just working FOR God but WITH him, practical examples of Spirit-led strategies and decisions, why God allows uncertainty, and the key to overcoming fear to truly follow God wholeheartedly.

This is one of our FAVORITE episodes to date - we hope it blesses you!

What if you were made to be EMPOWERED by the Holy Spirit to excel in your work AND boldly share Jesus through it?

Join us as Christy Childers shares powerful real-life testimonies of God moving in and through corporate workplaces, as well as practical tools and tips for deepening your intimacy with the Holy Spirit amidst busy work schedules, supernaturally multiplying your effectiveness and results, and boldly reflecting and sharing Jesus - wherever you are.

How should Christians approach, develop, and leverage technology and AI through God's lens?

Today, we sit down with Ryan Collins, CEO of Bethel School of Technology and author of The God of Tech, and Briana Collins for an in-depth, thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of faith, technology, and innovation.

We guarantee that this fascinating conversation, which is PACKED full of gems and helpful tools, will inspire and empower you - as we explore how to tap into "spiritual intelligence," discern God's voice and ideas over our own, be conduits of heaven in our workplaces, stay connected with God amidst busyness, use divine strategies for developing and leveraging technology... and so much more.

What does it mean (and look like) to build and manage wealth God's way?

Today, we're sitting down with James Pelton – entrepreneur, investor, YouTuber with 52,000+ subscribers, passive income expert, husband, dad, and follower of Jesus.

James has been on a mission to really live according to God's Word with radical faith - including around his finances.

In a world where we often have complicated and conflicting relationships with money, James walks us through his own journey of untangling those threads - with powerful testimonies that will encourage and inspire you.

Join us for an eye-opening conversation on how to view finances through the lens of faith, as James shares how he integrates his faith with finances, entrepreneurship, business, and more.

Get ready to glean from the invaluable lessons James has learned (and continues to learn) on how to cultivate a healthy, God-centered approach to work, money, wealth-building in ways that bring TRUE peace, joy, and freedom regardless of our circumstances.

Life is FULL of ups and downs. Our schedules quickly get packed. Our to-do lists often feel endless… and only keep getting longer.

At the same time… God invites us to find REST, peace, and strength we need from him.

But HOW do we practically do that, in the midst of an increasingly fast-paced world?

If there’s anyone who knows this struggle, it’s Anthony Kennada, Co-Founder and CEO of AudiencePlus, and Alex’s former colleague turned friend.

Join us as Anthony shares powerful testimonies (including a life-changing medical miracle) and hard lessons he’s learned throughout his career and journey as an executive leader, marketer, husband, dad… and how God used all of it to ignite a personal revival in him and his family, revealing to them the importance of spiritual practices for thriving in all areas of his life, REGARDLESS of the pace and circumstances.

Ever feel like work is swallowing you whole - or like you're just drowning in deadlines, responsibilities, and a constant pressure to do more than you might even be able to handle?

Alicia Michelle, certified Christian Mindset NeuroCoach and host of The Christian Mindset Coach Podcast, shares her personal journey of nearly losing her life to workaholism, what she’s learned and how she’s changed since then, and how her experiences ignited her mission to help others find LASTING FREEDOM.

We dive into the real reasons behind why many of us push ourselves to the brink - and practical ways to leverage tools from neuroscience AND lean on the power of the Holy Spirit and God's Word to break free from the trap of overworking.

It's a powerful combo that will revolutionize the way you approach work - and the rest of LIFE.

Wondering if you should change your job?

With so much fluctuation happening in the job market, increasing options, the shake-up of COVID, and many more factors… it seems like everyone and their moms are getting new jobs.

Here are some helpful tips on how to view decisions around job transitions through God’s purposes and perspective, as well as thoughts to consider and questions to ask yourself (and God) as you process and discern your decision.

Do you ever question the bigger purpose behind your work?

Whether you're an employee, an entrepreneur, a small business owner, a stay-at-home parent, or on the job hunt... we all have moments when we struggle to see our work as truly meaningful.

In this episode, we share 3 key practices to better view your work through God’s lens and use it for his greater purposes - in the position he’s uniquely placed you (or is calling you to!).