Who knows a rested woman? We all know women who are stressed out, burned out, exhausted, successful, anxious, depressed—but truly rested? This question from "The Relaxed Woman" stopped me in my tracks and led to one of the most important decisions I've made in years.

In this deeply personal episode—number 77, a number that speaks of completion and perfect forgiveness—I'm sharing why I'm pausing the podcast for this season. But this isn't just my story. It's an invitation for every woman who's been giving her best to everyone else and her exhaustion to her family.

We'll explore:

The biblical significance of 77 and what completion really means
Why pruning isn't punishment—it's preparation for new growth
How hurry and love simply cannot coexist
The revolutionary power of celebrating each other's brave NO's
The parable of the fake pearls and what God might be asking you to release

Featuring wisdom from Dallas Willard, John Mark Comer, Ruth Haley Barton, Emily P. Freeman, and Eugene Peterson's beautiful translation of Jesus' invitation to "live freely and lightly."

This episode is for every woman stepping into November wondering how she'll survive another holiday season. It's permission to open your hands. It's an invitation to trust that God holds all things together—not you.

What fake pearls are you clutching? What if your Father has real ones waiting?

Episode Note: This is the final episode for this season as I step into Spiritual Direction training and explore finishing my degree at Mississippi State after 27 years. Thank you for 77 beautiful conversations. See you in the next season. 🤍 Connect with me on Instagram @cherissehixson01 or Facebook: Cherisse Hixson and continue to follow along in the journey with me. Or connect at www.cherissehixson.com