We're officially halfway through 2026. And instead of diving into a new guest interview, I paused to do something different: a reset.
When my guest had to cancel this week, my husband suggested I take a moment to recap where we've been in Season 1. And honestly? We needed this.
In this episode, I'm reflecting on the five incredible stories we've shared so far — and what they're teaching all of us about faith, resilience, and trusting God when life doesn't go as planned.
WHAT WE COVER:
- My mom's story of widowhood and sacrifice (and what it means if you've been dealt an unexpected card)
- Bimbo's courage to say no to what looked safe (and a message for anyone struggling with a major life decision)
- Akintayomi's transition from photography to owning a venue (and what spiritual growth looks like when you step into something bigger)
- Ally Morgan's devastating loss and the redemption that followed (and how leaning into God is the only way through)
- Pastor Wale's unexpected calling to lead (and why being the "black sheep" might be exactly what qualifies you)
THEMES:
- Gratitude for our community and listeners
- The common thread running through every episode
- Permission to rest while planning
- Encouragement for anyone in an unplanned season right now
- A sneak peek at what's coming in Season 1
- Why your story matters
THE ANCHOR QUESTION:
What have you learned about God through the things that have not gone as planned in your life?
CONNECT:
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST:
The Planned Life is for people who thought they had life figured out, and then God had a different vision. Each episode features real conversations about resilience, faith, and trusting God when life takes unexpected turns.