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SummaryWe're diving into the final facet of the first secret to the Courageous Life. You'll discover what it means to lean on God's amazing guidance in your business and life. Join me as I chat about the transformation that happens when you form a deep, personal bond with God, kicking back and resting in His presence. I'll share some of my own stories and insights on staying connected to the vine and the beauty of hearing from your Creator. We'll talk about how we can flourish by letting go of what’s not serving us. And, of course, I’ll dish out some actionable steps to help you live that courageous life you're meant for—embracing all of God's incredible grace and love along the way.Takeaways Remember, you're definitely not alone when you feel overwhelmed. Delighting in God is key for your growth journey. Resting in God’s presence brings you peace and comfort. Staying connected to the vine provides your nourishment. Crying out to Abba opens deep emotional connections. Your relationship with God is a two-way street. Pruning out what's unnecessary is crucial for growth. God's grace is more than enough for any shortcomings. Staying close to God fuels your courage. Taking action steps is essential for living courageously.Sound Bites"We need to rest in Father's love.""God's grace is enough for us."“Let Jesus nourish you.”“We have got to prune what's not serving us”Chapters00:00 Intro - Embracing God's Guidance in Business01:03 Recap The Courageous Life series03:34 Facet 3 - Rest in Father's Presence10:22 Lesson 1 - Let Jesus Nourish/Care for You14:14 Who do you cry out to?19:41 Lesson 2 - Intimate Relationship is Personal22:52 Lesson 3 - Let Father Prune What’s Not Serving You33:36 Recap36:17 Courageous Action Steps38:43 Further Study/OutroCourageous Action:Now for your courageous activity, here's what I want you to do: Take time to write a heartfelt prayer to your Abba Father about any current or past pain you're experiencing. Imagine yourself crawling up in His lap if you want to, and then share your heart and prayer with Him. Hang with Father throughout the day. Chat, share, be vulnerable, and lay it all out there, just like having a cup of coffee and a piece of pie with your best friend.ResourcesHello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbookOr get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZPHeather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbookOr get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZPBeat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatitYou can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

SummaryThis week, let’s walk through the challenges of self-doubt and shame in your business journey. We’re continuing our conversation on how cultivating an intimate relationship with God leads to your Courageous Life of adventure and purpose. Now, in order to create intimacy with Father, you’ve got to embrace His grace. It’s imperative that you understand that grace is a free gift that allows them to let go of past mistakes or poor decisions. We’ll end with actionable steps to rest in God's grace, integrate faith into business, and live a courageous life free from shame.Takeaways Navigating the challenges of being a Christian woman solopreneur requires deep guidance from God. An intimate relationship with God is foundational for living a courageous life. Embracing grace means letting go of shame and self-doubt. Grace is a free gift from God, not based on our works. We must actively receive God's grace to experience its benefits. Grace is enough to cover all our mistakes and shortcomings. We are worthy because of what Jesus did for us, not our own actions. Resting in God's grace allows us to approach Him with confidence. Our relationship with God is integrated with our business endeavors. Letting go of shame is essential for personal and professional growth.Sound Bites"It's time to let go of the shame.""Grace is a free gift."Chapters00:00 Open - Embrace God's grace to live your best life03:20 How rootbeer float bars showed me what God's grace means07:47 Lesson One: What is Grace Really?09:37 Lesson Two: Is Grace Really Enough?16:11 Lesson Three: How to Actually Rest in Father's Grace20:51 Recap22:31 Courageous Action23:51 Need Extra Help Overcoming Shame, Check Out These Podcasts25:02 OutroCourageous Action:"Take a few minutes to go to your Father with privilege, knowing you’re fully loved and fully accepted. If you have something specific you’ve been holding onto, give it to Father and let it go.Receive His grace with gratitude. Let Grace shammy away the shame.Be at peace in His presence. Enjoy. And if you need extra help overcoming shame, check out the podcast, Your Fearless Journey with Becky, Kat, and Heather for their three-part series on shame."Episodes 17, 18 and 19Resources:017 Shame, it ain’t good for what ails ya: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-fearless-journey-with-becky-kat-and-heather/id1643773833?i=1000589242051Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5oD7dncfnjH89lxIPcvk2J?si=9ebe52d750cc4b79018 Shame on us - when others try to put shame on us:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-fearless-journey-with-becky-kat-and-heather/id1643773833?i=1000590161582Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0n3Zt4rx2MVkQhLu33IhgM?si=91298ce0525c4abd019: Here are the tools to let freedom from shame ring!Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-fearless-journey-with-becky-kat-and-heather/id1643773833?i=1000590880567Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AW3iYct8jEf33GdwDcwDz?si=d4835567800c483aHeather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbookOr get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZPBeat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatitYou can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

SummaryWe’re diving deeper into cultivating an intimate relationship with God, hitting it from our entrepreneurial journeys. Today is about resting in Father’s love and integrating romance and adventure with Him. Romance is that beautiful letting go and rising and falling like a waltz with God. Adventure is stepping out of our comfort zones and into our passions with Father as our partner. Like the passionate Tango, we follow our Father’s lead. As you live in romance and adventure with your heavenly Father, everything else will be birthed out of this love relationship.TakeawaysFeeling stuck and fearful is common among entrepreneurs.Intimacy with God is essential for personal and business growth.Resting in God's love allows us to embrace our worthiness.Romancing God involves personal experiences and deep connections.Gratitude and appreciation strengthen our relationship with God.Nature and art can enhance our spiritual experiences.Adventure with God requires trust and stepping out in faith.Daily routines can be infused with romance and adventure.Communication with God is key to intimacy.Living fearlessly free means embracing both romance and adventure.Sound Bites"We love because He first loved us.""Romancing allows us to let go of our former selves."“Every day is an adventure with God if you let it.”Chapters00:00 Introduction03:04 The Importance of Intimacy with God05:21 Intimacy is Partnership10:49 Father's calling us to Romance and Adventure14:11 How Do You Romance with Father?24:14 How Do You Adventure with Father?28:30 Integrating Romance and Adventure in Life29:11 Courageous Action30:45 OutroCourageous Action:1. This week, reflect on how you can romance with Father, whether it’s through nature, a book or prayer and meditation. Try something new.2. Seek out an Adventure with Father. Where can you push yourself out of your comfort zone—an adventure partnered with God?Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch:https://hellocourageous.com/hcbookOr get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZPBeat Procrastination cheat sheet:https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatitYou can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Summary Do you desire a life that’s more? It’s time to create your Courageous Life! Let’s talk about intimacy with God and how this is the first secret to overcoming feelings of inadequacy, not-enough-ness and fear. I’ll give you three key steps to develop a deeper relationship with God: resting in His love, embracing His grace, and enjoying His presence. Time to take some actionable steps toward experiencing God's love and guidance in your life and business. Takeaways Feeling stuck or inadequate can hinder your goals. Living courageously means pushing through fear. Intimacy with God is foundational for personal growth. The journey of self-discovery is as important as the destination. Delighting in intimacy with God leads to true identity. Resting in God's love allows for authentic living. Grace is a gift that cannot be earned. You are enough because Jesus is enough. Prayer is a conversation with God, not a ritual. Taking small steps daily can lead to significant change. Sound Bites "We love because He first loved us." "You are your Father's daughter; approach Him like you are.” "You are enough because Jesus is enough." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Courageous Life 05:19 Delighting in Intimacy with God 08:07 Do You Know God or Know About God? 15:53 Step 1 - Rest in Father's Love 19:46 Step 2 - Rest in Father's Grace 21:44 Step 3 - Rest in Father's Presence 25:20 Courageous Action Steps and Conclusion Courageous Action: This week, dedicate daily moments to intentionally seeking God’s presence. Reflect on His love and grace. Think of one area in which you may still feel unworthy and talk to God about it. Embrace the freedom and strength it provides. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbook Or get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Summary It’s time to overcome the self-doubt and fear with step four of our Fearless Success formula – Grow Your Confidence. We’ll recap the first three steps we covered over the last few weeks and dive deep into growing your confidence. I’ll give you three perspectives on how to grow your confidence and create new confidence for new things. You’ll reach new levels and heights as you continuously go through this fearless success formula. You’ve got this, my friend, and Father’s got you! Takeaways Do you ever hesitate to put yourself out there? Fear of other people's opinions can stop you. Confidence helps you keep going into the unknown. Courage is doing the thing afraid. Confidence is trusting in your God-given abilities. Our confidence comes from God, who's in us. Celebrate your wins every single day. Confidence grows from continued courageous action. Choose success and take courageous action. Sound Bites "Courage is doing the thing afraid." "Celebrate your wins every single day." "You have got this, my friend and Father’s got you.” Chapters 00:00 Opening - Do you lack confidence? 02:02 Recap Steps 1 - 3 04:39 Step 4 - Grow Your Confidence 12:30 Lesson 1: Confidence from God's Viewpoint 14:39 Lesson 2: Celebrating Personal Growth 19:03 Lesson 3: Confidence Grows from Continued Courageous Action 24:52 Courageous Action Steps 26:49 Recap Courageous Action: This week, look at one goal or opportunity that scares you. Now, look at a time in the past you did something scary and survived. What was the success, lessons learned, how did you feel before, during and after. Take that into this new goal and let it fuel confidence that you’ve done it before and you can do it again. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbook Or get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Summary How can you overcome feelings of inadequacy and fear? Expanding your capacity, including your skills, resilience, ability to handle challenges and capacity for growth. I’ll share three ways you can expand your capacity to fulfill your God-given assignment! Plus, you’ll get personal stories and biblical wisdom to make it real and easy to understand. Join me as I give you practical steps to expand your capacity to do all God’s called you to do. Takeaways You have the ability to expand your capacity. Courage comes when you take action. Embrace the stretch to grow your limits. Invest in yourself to expand your capacity. Your business grows as you grow as a person. Expand your capacity through taking action. I can do all things through Christ who empowers me. The more you do that, the more you grow. Networking is essential for business growth. Identify areas where you feel limited and take action. Sound Bites "Courage comes when you take action." "Embrace the stretch to grow your limits." "The more you do that, the more you grow." Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Limitations and Fear 09:08 Expanding Capacity Through Action 10:31 #1 Expand Your Capacity Through Use 14:20 #2 Expand Your Capacity by Embracing the Stretch 18:36 #3 Expand Your Capacity with Divine Empowerment 18:46 Embracing the Stretch and Divine Empowerment Courageous Action: Identify an area where you feel limited. This week, pray and ask Christ to strengthen you in this area. Then, invest time in practice or learning to enhance your skills. Watch how this investment expands your capacity. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbook Or get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Summary Let’s get to step two so we can get to overcoming fear and creating that fearless success you desire in 2025. How? By taking courageous action. First off, understand that courage isn’t the absence of fear but taking action despite it. I outline practical steps in this episode to get you moving forward, including taking small steps instead of leaps, acting on faith rather than perfection, and embracing God's encouragement. This conversation empowers you to break free from fear and take confident steps toward your goals. Takeaways Courage allows us to move forward and take action. Action creates courage; we must act to generate it. Taking small steps is more effective than leaps of faith. God calls us to act in faith, not perfection. Waiting for perfect conditions can hinder progress. Now is more powerful than how; start taking action now. Embrace God's encouragement to be strong and courageous. Fear does not disqualify us from God's calling. We can learn and grow from imperfect actions. God's grace is greater than our fears. Sound Bites "Be strong and courageous." "You and Jesus got this." “Courage doesn’t create action; action creates courage.” “NOW is more powerful than HOW.” Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Fear and Taking Action 01:40 Once Make a Choice to Succeed, Must Take Courageous Action 04:36 Courage Doesn't Create Action 05:22 1. Take Steps, Not Leaps 10:17 2. Act on Faith, Not Perfection 15:20 3. Embrace God's Encouragement - Be Strong & Courageous 20:41 Recap - Steps to Courageous Action and Faith Courageous Action: This week, challenge yourself to take one bold step in an area you've been holding back. Reflect on the experience and write down what you learned about yourself. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbook Or get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Summary New year, new series. We’re exploring the 4 steps to achieving fearless success in 2025. I’ll outline four critical steps to success in this series. Step one starts with the Choose Success. Really? Yes, that’s where it all starts. Because you can’t go into this half-hearted and think you’ll overcome the challenges when they hit, so I’ll give you three ways to choose and commit to success in 2025. The conversation is filled with my personal story and motivational insights to empower you to take courageous actions in your life and business. Takeaways Fear of the unknown can paralyze decision-making. Fearless success involves taking action despite fear. Success requires a conscious choice and commitment. Choosing faith over fear is essential for growth. Commitment can serve as a springboard to overcome obstacles. Personal growth brings joy and fulfillment. We must actively choose to succeed, not just hope for it. God has a plan for us that is good and prosperous. We are called to great things and must take action. A choice is only as good as the actions we take. Sound Bites "We must choose to succeed; that’s where Fearless Success all starts.” "Do or do not, there is no try." – Yoda "Choose faith over fear." Chapters 00:00 4 Steps to Fearless Success in 2025 02:13 What is Fearless Success? 05:51 Whiplash Story about Choosing Success 12:34 1. It Starts with a Choice 15:13 2. Choose Faith Over Fear 17:28 3. Use Your Commitment to Your Choice as Your Springboard to Overcome Obstacles 20:51 Part 1 Recap 22:25 Courageous Action Step 25:01 Outro Courageous Action: Choose one goal you’ve made for this year. Journal about your choice to make this goal happen. What am I committed to? What am I willing to do? What am I willing to give up? How can I use faith in Father on this journey? Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://hellocourageous.com/hcbook Or get it on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com

Summary What’s the one thing that no matter what challenges comes your way that will help you achieve your goals? Courageous Perseverance! Today we’re exploring this concept through the lens of the wise men from the Christmas story. You’ll discover how the wise men took immediate action, maintaining momentum, and listening to divine guidance and how you can use these lessons as key components for achieving your goals and navigating life's challenges. We conclude this episode with a call to embrace your new year with confidence and courage, applying the lessons learned from the series. Takeaways Courageous action is essential for progress. Immediate action is a key component of faith and perseverance. The journey may be long, but perseverance is crucial. Listening to divine promptings can guide us in our actions. The gifts of the wise men symbolize important aspects of Jesus' life. Courageous perseverance means never giving up, even when the path is unclear. Trusting God involves embracing uncertainty and taking action. Consistency in daily actions is vital for achieving goals. Reflecting on past guidance can help us move forward. Embrace the new year with a spirit of adventure and courage. Sound Bites "Never give up. Never surrender." "Identify your star." "You have got this and Father's got you." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Courageous Action 03:00 Lessons from the Wise Men 06:28 Lesson One - Courageous Perseverance: Taking Immediate Action 08:35 Lesson Two - Courageous Perseverance Keeps Going 13:48 3 Feet from Gold 15:33 Lesson Three - Courageous Perseverance Listens to Promptings & Obeys 21:37 Hidden Heroes Recap 23:47 Embracing the New Year with Courage 24:29 Courageous Action Courageous Action: Identify Your Star: Reflect on a goal or calling that excites you deeply. Maybe one you gave up on. Take immediate action—no matter how small—towards it today, trusting the journey ahead. Commit to Consistency: Set a daily or weekly plan to work consistently on your chosen path, reminding yourself of the Wise Men's perseverance through challenges. Tune Into Guidance: Spend a moment in quiet reflection or prayer, asking for guidance. Write down any insights or nudges you receive, and commit to being open and adaptable, ready to change course if needed. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.

Time to explore courageous trust through the story of Joseph from the nativity. He’s our latest Hidden Hero of Christmas! We first learn it takes Courageous Trust and that starts with embracing uncertainty with faith. Then it’s about taking immediate action when prompted by God, and finally protecting God's purpose in our lives through trusting. Through Joseph's example, I encourage you to trust in God's plan, act right away when He’s telling you to, and safeguard your divine purpose through continuous courageous trust. Heather Bunch – The Courageous Coach Heather is a certified life and Enneagram coach, speaker and author who helps women of faith close the gap between their dreams and reality by Live Fearlessly Free. Now they can stop hiding, show up fully themselves and fulfill their God-given purpose–courageously. Heather also uses her ninja writing skills to help other coaches, speakers, and authors get their ideas out of their heads into their signature system so they can create the income and income they dream about. Heather’s book is available on Amazon––Hello, Courageous! The Gal’s Guide to Delight, Discover, and Direct Your Divine Life by Heather Bunch: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP3BZ7ZP Beat Procrastination cheat sheet: https://www.heatherbunch.com/beatit You can find Heather at https://www.heatherbunch.com. Or email her at hello@heatherbunch.com.