Girl Talk The Created Woman Podcast

Hey Friends, It's been a while since we launched a podcast but in the past two years as we've pivoted with the rest of the world, we turned our focus to our online programs. But now, as we get ready for 2023, we thought you would like to hear what our plans are, or rather, where we feel God is leading the ministry.  So enjoy a behind-the-scenes look of one of our recent team meetings where I got to sit down with a few of our staff and volunteers and share the vision for 2023. We are really excited about what's to come and we hope you are, too!

I can't say it any more beautifully than Nicole herself who said: “God is merciful, and confidence and a healthy self-worth come from our identity in Christ, and clothing can help us radiate joy when we feel good in our own skin.” Meet Nicole Caruso author of Worthy of Wearing: How Personal Style Expresses our Feminine Genius. In today's podcast, Nicole shares how beautifully faith and fashion are both a reflection of God our creator. Bio: Nicole M. Caruso is the author of the forthcoming book Worthy of Wearing with Sophia Institute Press. She is also a professional makeup artist and beauty consultant, former Beauty Editor of Verily Magazine, and homeschooling mother of 3. Nicole's mission is to inspire women to invest in their self-worth with her movement #worthyofwearing. She wants women to live an integrated life where faith and style meet. On her website nicolemcaruso.com, she shares expert style and beauty advice, tips on healthy living, and reflections on marriage and motherhood. She and her husband are raising their family right outside Washington, DC. Follow: @nmcaruso @worthyofwearing Book: Worthy of Wearing by Nicole Caruso   Follow Created Woman: IG: @CreatedWoman FB: @CreatedWoman Subscribe: Faith + Fashion Box

Through setbacks and setups, Windy says she's learned three things as a personal stylist who is living with chronic illness. 1. Be patient and trust the process. 2. God's timing is always perfect. 3. Knowing when to say no. (This one I am still working on) Setbacks will come, but it does not have to be the end of your dream! Sometimes, setbacks turn out to be a setup for what God has for you. Join us on today's show with Windy Cumberbatch who is the co-founder and CEO of Windy J Cumberbatch Foundation which supports those living with chronic illnesses, such as Lyme disease.   Follow Windy: Facebook: @styledbywindy Instagram: @styledbywindy   Windy's Bio: Windy J Cumberbatch is a Personal Fashion Stylist & Image Consultant in the Austin, TX area. It is her goal to empower and inspire others to be themselves while creating a visual representation of who they are inside. Windy started her own business as a Personal Fashion Stylist in 2012 and has helped many women achieve their image and styling goals. In addition to her business (Styled By Windy), Windy has worked with Created Woman Magazine, Austin Fashion Week, Dress for Success, and is the former Regional Manager for Stitch Fix. Windy loves Jesus, is married to the love of her life, Carl, and together they are the parents of five amazing children.

Your WHY must be bigger than just trying to have a hot girl summer!  Ya know what I mean? Question: Did you know that your health can Impact your purpose? Our guest today for The Created Woman Podcast Gena Anderson, who just authored her first book on how to become The Well-Woman, talks about one of the most important journeys we must take to fulfill our purpose and God-sized dream. Be inspired to take The Well-Woman journey! About Gena: Gena is a Jesus-lover, writer, and nurse practitioner who loves to share wellness information & inspiration to the world around her. She is the author of The Well Woman: A Journey to Wellness Through Loving Jesus. She proudly holds the title of wife, mom, and the world's most average CrossFitter. She loves writing, reading, traveling, and brownies. She's working on that last one. She lives in Hutto, TX with her husband Michael and children Jocelyn and Luke. Follow Gena IG: @wellwoman.blog Website: well-woman-blog.com Email: wellwomanbook@gmail.com Subscribe TODAY! Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club: https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribe   Follow Created Woman: IG: @CreatedWoman FB: @CreatedWoman Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Raema may not know what’s she’s doing but she’s finding joy, sharing stories, encouraging moms along the way. Her humorous spin on motherhood in her new devotional resonates with mom in every stage of life and points you back to Jesus and the mercy and grace He gives all moms…and dads, too! Raema shares her untraditional story from Navy journalist to wife and mother and how she and her husband navigated the storms so many of us face.  Her hope is not to tell you how to live life, but who to look to and how to find humor through it all.  Join the conversation and laugh along with us! About Raema: I LOVE to encourage and inspire the people in my life, so I hope the words I share with you push you towards Christ and towards becoming who YOU have been created to be and to do what YOU have been created to do.  Author of the 30-day devotional, I Don't Know What I'm Doing Follow Raema Instagram: @raemam Website: https://www.raemam.com Subscribe TODAY! Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club: https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribe   Follow Created Woman: IG: @CreatedWoman FB: @CreatedWoman Be a sponsor! Give

Hey friends! Welcome to the Created Woman Podcast. I’m the show host, Heather Frierson This is a show for dreamers, doers, entrepreneurs, and fashionistas who love Jesus and have a desire to fulfill the very purpose we are created. As a leadership ministry based in Austin Texas, we have a mission is to turn women into leaders because we believe that as you change a woman’s life, she changes the world around her.  All too often, the dreams we have, the very reason God created us, remain buried, untapped, and under-resourced. But When women know their purpose, we become leaders in the community, church, business, and families. We employ others, help the hurting, reach back to the next generation, and continue the cycle of pointing people back to Jesus for generations to come. So here on the podcast, you will hear stories from women in different stages of life and backgrounds, but all who on a journey of walking out who they are created to be despite their fear, failures, and past. And, As Created Women, we believe we are called to create for the good of others so, if that’s you, you’ve come to the right place. Together we’ll discover our God-sized dreams, live out our purpose in each season, and run our race well with endurance. All through Faith & Fashion Thanks for listening, Xoxo, Heather

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, take your best friend with you! That’s the motto that I think best describes our guests Magin and Athena. These two besties do more than living together, they do ministry as partners. Together they are embarking on the next season of life pursuing the God-sized dream of becoming prophetic consultants. Yes, that’s right! The Bible is very clear about prophecy and how this amazing gift works so the story you are about to hear is a powerful one. Go on the journey with them as they talk about their awakening and how today they are helping women with breakthroughs all through their prophetic gifting. Follow Magin + AthenaInstagram@Anchored_togetherFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Daisy Marino was just sitting doing laundry on her bedroom floor when her life changed forever! But because of that one moment, the lives of hundreds of kids also changed for the better. And all because she said ‘Yes’ to what God was calling her to next. Daisy is an author, assistant principal, and non-profit leader that has a heart of gold and brings sunshine wherever she goes. Daisy’s story will challenge you to ask the question, ‘Why not me?’Follow DaisyInstagram@raysofsunshineincFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Kate Souquette left for the hospital to deliver her 3rd baby girl with the world looking one way only to return home to a whole new one! But through the chaos of adding a new baby to her family in the middle of a pandemic, Kate found herself in a way she NEVER saw coming!Kate talks about finding true happiness and how she left everything else behind to do what God was calling her to in this new, fresh season of life. Through it all, she came to understand that all we need is a little pinch of this and a dash of that and a tribe because we can’t mom alone!Follow KateInstagram: @katesouquetteFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Business is not about profit, but people! Once Bomi Roberson had this revelation, doing business as usual was a thing of the past and she began to build a business that was more about leaving a legacy for generations. Bomi’s story of and encouragement to Christian women entrepreneurs is one that will propel you into 2021 in a more relevant way with God acting as your CEO.With a personal mission to encourage and inspire women, Bomi Roberson is passionate about finding beauty in simple things. She is the founder and Chief Artisan for WithLove, Bomi - a leather accessories company. Bomi serves as the Women's Director for King's Park International Church, enjoys sharing about God's love, teaching God's word, and on the power of prayer, and works alongside her husband, Reggie, who serves as the Lead Pastor. Follow Bomi:Instagram@bomiroberson@withlovebomi Giving Tuesday: https://bit.ly/CWGivingTuesday2020Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Prayer just got a lot easier! If you have been around Created Woman you know one of our favorite scripture verses is Habbukuk 2:2-3, Write it down make it plan so whoever reads it can run with it. In this episode, I talk with Hetal Iveyall about the idea of writing it down and REMEMBERING! What’s so special is that she took this very idea and translated it into a unique journal called Plan To Pray which is designed to help you remember what God has done in your life through prayer.It’s like nothing I’ve seen before. Hetal shares her journey from feeling not qualified to be a business owner and how she decided to follow Jesus in her early 20’a despite the way she grew up. It’s a fascinating story and I’m so glad you get to hear it today.Follow Hetal Ivey:Instagram: @plantoprayWebsite: plantopray.comFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shop

Clean beauty never felt so good or so empowering! Sisters, Ginger and Gerti, are trailblazers in the clean beauty industry and believe that being healthy doesn’t mean you have to be a dud.The two share their adventures of launching Elevé Cosmetics and how being an entrepreneur is not always good or bad, but that you do have to learn how to adapt to changing seasons.Elevé refers to a dance term used when rising up high onto the balls of your feet. As the name suggests, Elevé products have been created to inspire women to “rise up” and feel fabulous!Follow ElevéInstagram@elevecosmeticsFacebook: @elevecleancosmeticsFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Dana Malouff and her husband are co-pastors of The City Reach church in Austin, TX, and share how following God’s purpose for your life is like a big adventure that you don’t want to miss. With over 25 years of ministry under her belt, we chat about what leadership can look like when you teach and cheer for your staff, congregation, and friends to run after their dreams and purpose.Plus, what happens when your children have different life plans than you have for them? Parenting kids to their purpose is a whole new adventure, and Dana has learned a few things that you are going to want to hear!It’s what it’s all about!Follow Dana Malouff:https://www.instagram.com/cityreachchurch/The City Church:https://www.instagram.com/danamalouff/Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Kristen Ellis is the founder of Ava June, a women’s apparel and accessories line, and pulls back the curtain on what it looks like to build a brand from the ground up. As our fashion partner for the October Faith & Fashion box, Kristen gets personal about her line and how she found her purpose by hanging out with like-minded women.Ava June is an independent women’s apparel and accessories line, thoughtfully designed by Kristen Ellis. She has had a passion for all things design and clothing for as long as she can remember. Kristen is a wife, a mother, and a creative at heart. After more than a decade in Interior Design, she felt the pull to explore a dream of designing a clothing line that made women feel confident, breezy, and polished.Follow Kristen Ellis:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/avajune_style/Website:https://www.avajunestyle.comFaith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Former paraplegic Amy Westbrook knows a thing or two about getting unstuck from our hurts both emotional and physical and shares what it takes to live souled out.Most of Amy’s life has been spent facing the impossible odds and affliction that most of us will never experience. Yet through it all, God kept showing up and teaching her life lessons that she gladly shares with others through her podcast, books, and classes. She truly is one of the most inspiring women I have ever met!In Today’s show, Amy gets real personal while sharing lots of practical tips we can all apply. Plus, together we laugh a lot and talk about our love of fashion.Do you wear shoes when you record a video?Amy Westbrook is an entrepreneur, former paraplegic, radio show host, podcaster, and the founder of Souled Out ministries. She spent thirty-five years as a sales and marketing executive, specializing in both the hospitality and media industries, and is the mastermind behind The Freedom Success Method™, an online course designed to guide students to their next-level life. Westbrook has used her infectious passion to speak to audiences about the fact that they can live their dream life--despite life’s unexpected setbacks.Amy currently resides in Austin, Texas.Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club:· https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveFollow Amy Westbrook:www.LiveWithAmy.comwww.LiveWithAmy.com/AmysBookInstagram: @livewithamy.wFB: @LiveWithAmyShop:CWShop: https://www.createdwoman.net/shopcwCWCollective: https://www.cwcollective.net/shopVerve Fitwear: https://vervefitwear.com/

Right in the middle of the pandemic, life took a big twist for Bre Clark. Within 2 weeks, Bre picked up, moved to Idaho and became the lead news anchor of a local news station and is on the front lines of reporting all that’s happening in the news today from riots to the pandemic, COVID, and all the in-between.To say that 2020 has been the year of pivot for us all would be an understatement but in today’s show, Bre and I talk about how to pivot and say ‘yes’ to God right in the middle of a year that can seem out of control and trust God to move us to a new place of surrender where we can have a bigger impact on the world around us.Just when you think you’ve arrived, things shift again!Bre is a mom, wife, lead news anchor, and a personal friend who has a story that will make you question if we have positioned ourselves to pick up and move if God says ‘Go.’Subscribe TODAY! Faith + Fashion Box or Book Club:https://www.createdwoman.net/subscribeFollow Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveFollow Bre Clark:Consulting Page: Clarkwilliamsconsulting.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BreClarkTV/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breclarktv/Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/breclarktvStation Bio:https://localnews8.com/about-us/meet-the-team/2020/08/06/bre-clark/

When life throws you a curveball, how do you continue to take care of yourself mentally, physically, and spiritually?What a blast to kick of four summer series with 3 beautiful ladies who are all in different seasons of life. Each one shares their go-to tips and tricks that have helped them during this unknown world we are all living in.Melanie talks about how the transition from working from home and back to work affected her spiritual life.Daisy gets personal about her life as a celiac and gluten-free and how she had to face the hard fact that if she didn’t treat her body as a temple, she would never be able to run her race with endurance.Finally, Sarah is a soon to be a first-time mom and even as a health coach, hear health took a back burner when she and her husband were hit hard with life circumstances as newlyweds.I promise these 3 women will equip and empower you to run the race God has set before you!Follow our Guests on InstagramDaisy Marino:@RaysofSunshineMelanie Wheeler: @MelanieDyerWheelerSarah Smith:@SarahElizabethSmith93Created Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

#28 When Your Dreams Take a DetourBekah SelfWhat happens when your dreams take a detour or look different than you thought? Bekah Self shares the journey from dream to reality of opening her brand-new wellness community, Lighthouse, all the ups and downs, and how her passion for helping women inside and out became changed the trajectory of her life. It’s a unique journey of embracing what God is calling you to do even though it may feel outside of your comfort zone.Follow our Guests on Instagram@BekahAnnSelf@LighthouseAtxCreated Woman:IG: @CreatedWomanFB: @CreatedWomanBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

What Is Your Purpose In This Season?Heather Bise, Crystal Breaux, Coral Gibson & Hosted by Deanna OpheimWow, there has never been a time when so many people are questioning, ‘What is my purpose?” Even if you are one that has known your purpose for a while, the season we are in as a country has made us question at times.But today’s podcast show with CW Family writers help us get back to the core of who we are and who we are created to be answering the question:‘What Is My Purpose During THIS Season.’It’s also a fun show because it was our very first Gather Her Online through ZOOM and, just like the rest of America, we have been figuring out new technical tips and tricks.Be sure to gather with us online on May 14th for another edition of Gather Her Online which will take place on our Dream Launchers Connections Facebook Page at 7:00 p.m.Follow our Guests on Instagram@DeannaOpheim@Heather.Bise.7@Crystal_g_breaux@CoralJNutritionCreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Launching Dreams(Podcast was originally published in 2019)Is it crazy to launch a dream right now during quarantine? Maybe so, but we think it's the best time to lean in and listen to what God is asking you to do during this season. Maybe it's time to finish what you started last year? Since CW just launched our new program Dream Launcher Connections, we thought it would be fun to bring back our very first podcast episode with Cheryl Luke where we chat all about launching dreams. Together, Cheryl and CW Founder Heather Frierson talk about how they started their journey 10 years ago of writing down our dreams steps and where they are today. Cheryl is a speaker, host of The Mosaic life Podcast and coach and if you don't already know her, you are in for a treat!IG: @CherylLukeCreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

What can you do, now, during quarantine to work on your business?(Podcast was originally published in 2019)Melissa Grant is our guests today and is walking us through How To launch a business. I'm super excited about it because as some of you know, we are in the process of launching a for-profit side for Created Woman called the CW Collection and I am personally in the midst of writing our business plan and took a ton of notes when we recorded.Of course, as part of our board, Melissa has been helping me along the way but today will help all of you and give 4 major components to launching your business.You know, it's so easy sometimes to say yes to God, but it's in the how where we often get stuck. And since we are in the ministry to help women launch dreams, we want to help you get unstuck and answer some of the questions you might have. So get your notepad out or...Note app and get ready for some real, practical steps on how to launch your business.Melissa is the owner of Crescent House furniture store along with her husband in Austin, Texas, mother to 4 teenagers and has a heart for mentorship.IG: @crescent_house_melissa@CrescentHouseFurnitureFacebook: @https://www.facebook.com/crescenthousefurniture/Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Before we knew much about the word quarantine, we gathered for our April Gather Her to talk about the word ‘Empowered.’ Today’s show we dive into that conversation again with our two panelists, Gena & Stacy.The word has carried a lot of weight in the past few years, even the feeling of anger. But today, we talk about how being empowered affects our identity and what it looks like to have a seat at the table while understanding your whole mission is to point people back to Jesus. Even now, while we are staying at home, we are empowered and have a voice. What are you saying?Plus, hear from 2 guests, Charmaine Manalang & Brittany Steele, and their reactions right after the event. And don't forget about our brand new segment with Fashion Correspondent Mariah Holmes. She interviews our monthly with Fashion Partner His Collection Apparel and you'll hear why the founder, Amanda Mercer, launched a for-profit business to help other non-profit businesses.Follow Stacy Barbeau & Gena Andersou & Gena Anderso On IG & FB:

Hey Friends, it’s podcast day! Nadine Matthews shares her story of being a part of a hate crime and how God used that season of her life to heal her emotionally, mentally and physically. Y'all, her story and joy for life is infectious! Her laugh will make you laugh, her story will captivate you and the knowledge she has of the joy of The Lord is like no other.A couple of weeks ago, Nadine was our guest speaker at Gather Her for February and shared 3 points of how to Live the Healed Life based on her experience. She’s the founder of Celebrate Well Greetings, an online boutique for handmade unique expressions of Joy and celebrations and Co-founder of Celebrate Well, a ministry centered on cultivating a lifestyle of supernatural Joy.1. Find out what God is saying about everything! Stay in partnership with His plan for healing. 2. Get honest, tell the truth, and share with people who know how to pray. 3. Get creative. Pray, praise, or break something if you need too but get active in your healing.Plus, hear from 2 guests, Morgan Russel & Jen Taylor, and their reactions right after the event.And don't forget about our brand new segment with Fashion Correspondent Kate Souquette. She interviews our monthly with Fashion Partner Humble Fig and you'll hear how the founder, Terri Hewko, found her passion through fashion while being a stay at home mom.Follow Nadine Matthews IG: @nadinecelebrates & @CelebrateWell Facebook: @NadineCelebrates youtube.com/nadinecelebratesKate Souquette: @katesouquetteHumble Fig: @Humble_Fig.Created Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:

Your life is very important to God and He has a unique plan and purpose for your life just as Jesus did when He walked the earth. We are made to dream, and to participate and partner with God.1) Chasing dreams is part of the DNA God put in us. 2) It doesn't look the same for all of us. Our purposes are unique, but pursuing our dreams have similar components.3) There is no fast track to pursuing our purposes and dreams, but there are practical and prayerful steps we can take.Holly NewtonIG: @HollyanewtonExhale Women: @exhalewomenCreated Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:

Happy New Year friends! Today’s show is SO special because we are sharing stories from our own teamthat WILL help and encourage you in this new year – this new decade to take steps towards your god-sized dreams despite your fear.You’ll hear from 4 amazing ladies who have volunteered for CW and are now LAUNCHING their very own dreams. They are everyday women just like you and me, who have decided to take one-dream step at a time.Featuring: Sophie Martinez, Minerva Adame, Mariah Holmes, Julie Fox.Sophie Martinez: @sophie.a.martinezMinerva Adame: @MinervaLynnAdame & @empowerthreeMariah Holmes: @MariahHolmesJulie Fox: @Julie_Fox77Created Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:

Kate Souquette: 5 Fashion Brands, 20 minutes and the story behind the brands. Fashion Partner Leader for Gather Her reviews 5 brands, their stories and how you can shop with a purpose and empower local women designers and brands.Ava June by Kristen Ellis: @AvaJune_StyleSanctuary Project by Holly Christine Hayes: @Sanctuary_ProjectTurquoise Collective by Daniella Coven: @ShopTurquoiseCollectiveMy Maria Victoria by Shannon Morgan: @MyMariaVictoria.smAlma Boutique by Alma Dodson: @ShopAtAlmaCreated Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:

On today’s show, we get to hear Lynn Cherry’s story. She talks about how We can become paralyzed ….by the idea of finding our purpose. Lynn shares 4 points that will help you Rock Your Purpose so if you are a note-taker get ready!Lynn is the author of Keep Walking, a mom of 2 adult boys and, along with her husband, just accepted the position of Pastor at a local church which is a story about purpose changing strategies that you have to hear!…..We can become paralyzed by the idea of finding our purpose. Sometimes it feels as if our purpose is a secret location with no known map and we'll be searching forever to find it. I like to think of purpose—not as a destination—but as the fuel for the journey. Purpose guides our pursuit. Purpose helps us overcome obstacles. And sometimes the obstacles are the very thing that catapults us to a life driven by purpose.Created Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:Lynn CherryIG: https://www.instagram.com/lynnmariecherry/Lynn’s book, Keep Walking: 40 Days To Hope And Freedom After Betrayal

Carrie Stephens sat down with me a few weeks ago and we talked about everything from being a first time author and the struggle of building a platform, And how in the midst of it all, she too had a hard time finding significance and her own voice just like we all do.Well This show is super fun and kind of a two-parter but I promise that no matter what age or stage of life you are in, Carrie’s 4 tips she shares will help you live our life without duct tape!Created Woman Links:Gather Her l Line Up: Click HERECreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGuests Links:Carrie StephensIG: https://www.instagram.com/wordsbycarriestephens/Carrie’s book, Holy Guacamole: A Glorious Discovery of Your Undeniable Worth

On today’s show, we get to hear Kendra Stanton’s story.As founder of Citizens of Beauty, we’ll talk about her journey from Beauty Blogger to content creator for her brand as well as othersand how in the midst of it all, she’s Co-Pastoring a local church along with her husband in Austin Texas.She’ll share her secrets, triumphs and struggles on how all three of these work together while mothering her 3 beautiful babies.

Hey Friends I’m so glad you joined us for this episode because it’s such a good one! It’s actually one of my favorites because, well Crystals is my sister! But also because here at Created Woman our mission is all about helping women discover their God-sized dream and purpose and Crystal shares 5 steps we can all take to discover our purpose in each season of our life.So while we are taking some time off in the month of September to freshen up some things behind the scenes, I wanted to bring back some episodes from the beginning of the year since a lot of you are new around here and might have missed them. But if you have already heard it, I promise it’s worth listening again because there are so many amazing nuggets throughout the show.Here’s Crystal BreauxEnjoy!

Ya'll today STACY MAC is in the house and I am sooo excited. Stacy has been my friend... seriously... for almost 20 years. Today she will share her story of hustling to healing after her divorce. She has some practical steps that we can all apply to our lives... no matter what our story is. Stacy reminds us that we too can hustle to healing and WHY you are worth the work. It's a great show... and I know it will be one that you can share with so many of your friends. We all have our stories of hurts and hang ups.Follow Stacy McVane: IG @stacylmcvaneGather Her Line Fall Line Up: Click HEREFollow our speakers!September 12th, Carrie Stephens, IG @wordsbycarriestephensOctober 10th, Lynn Cherry, IG @lynnmariecherryNovember 14th, Lindsey Crouch, IG @lindsey_crouch @superseed_lifeDecember 12th, Kendra Scott Giveback Party

Today's guests is a new friend of mine and in just one short hour I got to spend with her recording this show, she reminded me of something I sometimes forget. Marcie Elliott -Smith is with us today continuing our series on , Dreams Never Die, pt 3. Marcie was one of three panelists featured on our Generational Panel at Gather Her last month and she talks with us today about how our dreams should be more about people, not projects.Marcie is a 61 year old and has known Jesus since she was a little girl. She is a am a wife, step-Mom and interior designer and learned design by practicing in her own home and decorating all of her friends’ homes. In the 80s and 90s, Marcie served as a youth pastor and also missionary to Nigeria, Okinawa, Macau and Siberia. She love adventure and serving in difficult places.Well, Get ready for some laughs and real talk with our guests, Marcie Elliott-Smith on Girl Talk!Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046871355618563/

Dreams never die, pt. 2: Maria BellidoToday's guests is truly one of the sweetest and wisest women I have ever met. Marie Bellido is our guest today 20 years as we continue our series, Dreams Never Die and has become a mom-like future to so many of us over at Created Woman. Today she shares how she practically uses her God dream in everyday life and we, too, can walk out the dreams that are in our heart.Marie Bellido comes from a long line of military veterans. An Army veteran herself, she currently serves her time in several capacities to include the American Red Cross (Services to the Armed Forces), and advocates in educating individual about Sepsis through the Sepsis Alliance, since she is a Sepsis Survivor. She has a heart for prayer, worship, family and the pouring into the next generation.Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046871355618563/

Eleanora Luke: Dreams never die, pt. 1:Today's guests is a long time friend and mentor of mine that I've known for almost 20 years and kicks off our series, Dreams Never Die. Eleanora Luke is our guest today and she is also one of three panelists who will be featured on our Generational Panel next week at Gather Her, so if you live in the Austin area, come and hang out with us. You'll get to meet her and the rest of the panelists plus a really great tribe of women for a night of faith + fashion and fun!Eleanora (Cissy) Luke serves as Executive Pastor at Summit Worship Center in Austin Tx and has been in ministry for over 30 years. She carries on a rich heritage of faith filled women who never give up . She is deliberate about teaching people to rediscover who they are. Eleanora equips people with the tools they need to nurture healthy relationships, establish boundaries and cultivate lifelong connections.Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Be a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046871355618563/

Girl Talk has a new host! Yep, Deanna Opheim our Austin area Gather Her leader has taken over for the show and put me in the hot seat! I have to admit, it felt super weird to be on the other side of the mic and when we sat down to chat, I immediately got butterflies in my stomach and thought, 'what if I don't know the answer to a questions?' But Dee made it me feel so comfortable because she is just awesome!Dee was our guests back in January on episode #2 after she was our guest speaker at Gather Her and so we flipped the tables since I got to speak this month on fashion and faith and how the two actually go together.And by they way, If you haven't had a chance to listen to Dee's show, go back and download it after the show because you just need to know her.On the show, we take a step back in time together as I share how Created Woman came about 9 years ago. Wow, time flies, I can not believe it's been that long! There have been so many twists and turns, lots of amazing women along the way and I can't wait for you to hear more about the journey and WHY we include fashion in everything we do.The answer might surprise you and I hope you find a little bit if not a lot in what we talk about.Get ready for some laughs and real girl talk as Deanna Opheim takes over Girl Talk and puts me, in the hot seat!Instagram: @heatherfrierson29Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/giveGather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046871355618563/

Ya'll I can't wait for you to meet this incredible girl who I get to call friend! She's truly is one of the sweetest and wisest person I know and I tell her allll the time that she just everything with so much GRACE!Hannah Breaux is with us today and we talk about everything from How to launch a business AND a church to when to wear Spanx....and just so you know, it's usually all the time!Hannah is one of those girls that anything she touches turns to gold and today she is sharing some of that gold with us. We chat about the upcoming launch of her and her husband's church and all the things she's learned along the way about being in ministry. Then, we dive deep into the first steps you should know when launching business.So really, you are getting two shows in one here with lots of laughs in between.Dreaming big comes naturally to Hannah and from early childhood, she knew ministry would become her life’s work . Her entrepreneurial spirit and gift to build has translated not only to ministry as a church planter of The City Church, but also as co-founder of a boutique marketing company, Spark. Hannah’s eye for professionalism, innovation and creativity is combined with passion to see others soar with success utilizing an approach of intention, a smile, and a little Spark, ultimately striving to maintain a philosophy of "People Matter Most."Get ready for some laughs and real girl talk with my friend Hannah BreauxInstagram: @thecitytx.churchWebsite: https://thecitytx.churchCreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Today's guests was our May Gather Her speaker, Candace Smith. With May focusing on all things Health, we sit down to talk about 7 ways to Love yourself past your pain. We all experience it in some ways through out our life, but how do we practically walk through the process and learn to love ourselves and others, too, past the pain.It’s always easier to take care of yourself when life is smooth and peaceful but what about when life is difficult and seemingly all consuming. How do we choose to take care of ourselves physically and emotionally so that we are healthy in and after a battle? Come ready to be equipped with a plan to be fully healthy in season and out of season.Candace J.P. Smith is a wife, mother to two little dudes, speaker and Director of Dance at Mosaic Church Austin. She is the Founder of The Suchy Much, a platform that focuses on the healing of the whole woman by helping Gods daughters conquer the hurdles that come with walking out our redemption and celebrating the wins along the way. As well as the creator of Pick, Pour & Chat, a monthly intimate gathering that focuses on creating space for God to reveal His grace and restore our identity through focusing on deep topics of the heart. Candace continues to move forward in her purpose by publishing her first e-workbook, Beauty Liberated, which focuses on walking out forgiveness and reclaiming the vision for your life, and successfully hosting her first women’s retreat last October. So get ready for some laughs and real girl talk with my friend Candace Smith.Twitter: TheSuchyMuchFacebook: TheSuchyMuchInstagram: TheSuchyMuchCreated Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Today's guest is really special to me because she's become a personal mentor of mine and is a part of our CW Governance Board. She is smart, funny and so very stylish! But she is so much more than all of that and I learned a lot over our conversation and I know you will too!Melissa Grant is our guests today and is walking us through How To launch a business. I'm super excited about it because as some of you know, we are in the process of launching a for-profit side for Created Woman called the CW Collection and I am personally in the midst of writing our business plan and took a ton of notes when we recorded.Of course, as part of our board, Melissa has been helping me along the way but today will help all of you and give 4 major components to launching your business.You know, it's so easy sometimes to say yes to God, but it's in the how where we often get stuck. And since we are in the ministry to help women launch dreams, we want to help you get unstuck and answer some of the questions you might have. So get your notepad out or...Note app and get ready for some real, practical steps on how to launch your business.Melissa is the owner of Crescent House furniture store along with her husband in Austin, Texas, mother to 4 teenagers and has a heart for mentorship.IG: @crescent_house_melissa@CrescentHouseFurnitureFacebook: @https://www.facebook.com/crescenthousefurniture/Created Woman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/createdwoman/fb: https://www.facebook.com/createdwoman/Where do you want us to Pop up? http://www.createdwoman.net/gatherherBe a sponsor! http://www.createdwoman.net/give

Well today's guests will definitely inspire you! She's a ball of sunshine, has the best smile and always has bright pop of color on that matches her bubbly personality. Every time I get to be around her I leave feeling better about myself because she is just one of the most inspiring and encouraging womenI know.Nycia Emerson is our guest on today's podcast and true to her personality, she is the founder of She Inspires, a community inspiring women worldwide through girlfriends, brunch and Jesus. Nycia is also a creative designer and inspirational speaker. She lives in the Austin Texas area and enjoys spending time with her two boys & hubby of 16 years. She loves to inspire everyone around her and any chance she gets to share God's love brings her so much joy. Nycia believes living out your purpose, brings fulfillment, allows you to love well, and bring growth. Nycia is also opening her first creative studio called The Inspired Studio opening in May in Round Rock, TX so if you live in the Austin area, follow the inspired studio and come out fo the opening next month. Today we are talking about Living a life of purpose and walking out your God giving dream, while seeking God for all the answers along the way.We talk how loving ourself and who God created us to be is key to having the confidence to walk it out!Get ready for some laughs and real girl talk with my friend Nycia Emerson.IG:@Nycia.EmersonTwitter: @sheinspiresatxFacebook: @SheInspireslovely sheisnpires.comhello@sheinspires.com

Today I’m excited to launch our very first show in our how-to series: How to discover and launch your purpose with life purpose coach, Crystal Breaux.Since launching the created woman podcast back in January, we’ve noticed that many of you, are asking lots of “How to” questions. You know, We say all the time that we are a community of women learning to dream, live life on purpose and explore our faith. But so much of that brings up the natural questions, like - How to or How do I and where do I begin?So to help us all out I sat down with Crystal who shared 5 practical steps on HOW TO discover your purpose. Some of questions she will be answering for us are:How do I step being all over the place?How do I blend my faith and family together?And What is the first step?Crystal has been coaching women for over 10 years and has coached me all of my life since the day I was born actually because she is my big sister and I know you are going to fall in love with her!Crystal’s passion is to help women grow confident in Christ and His purpose for their life. She have a heart to help women learn how to manage their time and live healthy so they are ready to do what God has called them to do. Crystal also loves coaching by working one on one, in groups and speaking to business, churches, and organizations.She has an amazing life-purpose retreat she offers to churches and busineses that I’ve had the honor of being a part of.So if your women’s ministry or organization is looking to take your group to the next level, Crystal is the best. You can find her at CrystalBreaux.com for all the information and of course, I’ll have the links in the show notes so you can easily get in touch with her.Links:Crystal Breaux: https://hedesignedyou.com/speaking/IG: @Crystal_g_breauxAgent Melissa Rodriguez: FB: @agentmelissarodriguezSponsorship Opportunities: Heather@createdwoman.netGather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/628563907579133/

Ever wonder who you are created to be? We all have our own calling, but what about who we as women were actually created to be?Our podcast guests, Cori Sullivan spoke at this month’s Gather Her on identity about a subject I’ve been studying myself over the past 3-4 years. There are some BIG revelations in this podcast as she shares about the original intent of who God created woman to be. The answer might surprise you but I hope it’s one that you go back and study for yourself too just like I am.Cori is a pastor at Mosaic Church Austin. She firmly believes in justice and was one of the foundational leaders of T.G.A, a racial restoration ministry that has become a vital part of the church. She leads a prayer team which has formed into a prayer ministry cultivating a strong prayer culture. She is creating structure and a framework around a growing women’s ministry while also advocating for more women voices to be around the table.I am thrilled for you to hear my conversation with Cori Sullivan.Gather Her: https://www.facebook.com/events/628563907579133/Gather Her sponsor, Agent Melissa Rodriguez: https://www.facebook.com/agentmelissarodriguez/.Noonday, Sara Lopez: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.sara_lopez/.Turquoise collective: https://www.turquoisecollective.com

Every month Created Woman take one of our 6 core principles to focus on and everything we do from online devotionals, podcasts, and event all center around this one idea.The month of March is all about Identity and to kick things off, our first guests really knows a thing or two about identity and what it looks like to wear different hats in different season of life. Her name is Kelly Rucker.Kelly Rucker is the founder and curator of Mama Well, an online community that encourages women in motherhood & faith through shared stories, thoughtful content, and helpful resources. She is also one of the leaders for Camp Well, a soul-care retreat for dreamers & doers. Kelly lives in sunny Austin, Texas with her husband of 10 years, their two daughters, and baby #3 due this Spring! Follow along @themamawellShe’s also a mama of 2 with baby #3 on the way and she talks about what it looks like to be a business owner, wife, mama and all the roles we as women have in our everyday life.I know that every single one of us will identify with today’s podcast in some way because as women, we are constantly juggling not just our own schedules, but often those of others.I can’t wait for you to hear Kelly’s story! She’s a great friend of mine and I know that if you don’t know her already, you will fall in love with her too.Mama Well: IG - @themamawell/The well summit: https://thewellsummit.comPlan to Pray: https://plantopray.comSanctuary Project: https://www.sanctuary-project.com

My guest for Girl Talk #4 is Jessica Konzen and you are going to love her as much as I do! We’ve been friends for a few years now after literally being set up on a blind coffee date by my sister and her sister-in-law. They both knew we would be friends and they were right! Over the years since that first coffee date, we’ve been able to connect a few times and have found we have so much in common from where we are from to how we love fashion. This month she was our Gather Her guest speaker and she killed it.Jessica is a fireball! I love her and ya’ll, she has a story that you don’t want to miss! Jessica truly is an example of no matter what life throws at you, you can use it for good and help others along the way.We talk about what complete obedience looks like and how simple it is to really be in a relationship with Jesus.Jessica Konzen is the Ministry Assistant and Intern Director at Oasis Church in Round Rock, Texas. She’s a mother of three, a marathon runner and a creative visionary who has a passion for the Fathers presence and telling her riveting story of healing and hope.Jessica Konzen: IG @jessicahkonzenGather Her: http://www.createdwoman.net/gather-her-1Cotone Clothing + beauty bar:http://www.cotoneclothing.comEvalyn James: https://evalynjaymes.comThe Naughty Texan: https://roaminghunger.com/the-naughty-texan/Tacos Durango: https://www.facebook.com/tacos.durango.9Sips Mobile Bar: https://www.sipsmobilebar.com

My guest for Girl Talk #3 is Holly Christine Hayes founder and CEO of Sanctuary Project. Last month was all about dreams and stirring up those dreams that deep inside of us and learning how to take dream steps every day. But the truth is, sometimes you have to go through some much muck and mud to get the other side. That’s why for the month of February, Healing and self-care is our focus. I know, I know! It doesn’t sound AS exciting, but trust me, it’s a vital part of living a life full of purpose. So just sit and listen and take it in. You never know you might learn something that you can share with a friend that needs it. Holly recently sat down with me to share a little bit of her story and the practical steps she took to care of herself and to get to the other side of Healing. And although healing is a life process because things happen all the time – I mean its’ just life - I believe we ALL can take the steps Holly took no matter if we’ve been through trauma like her or something that is so common among so many of us like anxiety, depression or hurts by loved ones. In true Girl Talk fashion, we laugh through it all and I promise you will love it! Sanctuary Project: https://www.sanctuary-project.com

Every month at Created Woman we pick 1 of our 6 core principles to focus on and everything from podcast, blogs and events focus on the theme of the month.And January is dream month. It makes sense right since it’s the beginning of the year and we are all thinking about goals, dreams and how we can do things differently this year.Our guests today I’m super excited about because she is in the midst of launching one of her BIG dreams and have some other dreams as well that she hasn’t even begun yet – revealing one of them to us today! Her name is Deanna Opheim.Dee was not only our speaker last week at our monthly event Gather Her, but she officially became our Austin area leader and I tell ya, she is killing it!On this episode, we talk about how we met – which is super funny – what life is like as a newlywed and how that works with pursuing your dreams. Also, something cool about Dee is that she is a matchmake – YES A MATCHMAKER – Like literally works for a match making company!We’ll also dive deeper into the message she shared at Gather Her and what steps you need to take if you haven’t yet tapped into you dream. She also shares something HUGE for those that are in the midst of their dream and running hard…I know for myself I’m totally taking her advice and putting it into practice.Links:Connect with Created Woman facebook/Instagram @createdwomanStyle Speaks Tickets: http://bit.ly/StyleSpeaksVI2019Connect with guest on IG @DeannaOpheim

My first guest for Created Woman podcast, Girl Talk, is my very has been my very own dream launcher friend for over 10 years, Cheryl Luke! Our friendship is a one of the big reasons Created Woman exists. It’s true! We starting meeting weekly back in 2010 to talk about our dreams, encourage each other and write down dream steps for the week; it’s where the term dream launcher friend came from and one you will hear Created Woman talk about ALL THE TIME!It’s because of our journey I believe every woman should have a friend just like her and together, we are going to share our stories of how and why having a dream launcher friend is imperative to discovering God-sized Dreams.Together, Cheryl and I speak about our journey and the steps we took to help each other launch our dreams, what it was like in the waiting season and how we made it through tears and laughter.Plus, Cheryl opens up about how she never thought she would be a speaker yet finds herself traveling all of the world speaking , being a mother to generations and how God is planting new dreams in her heart today.Cheryl is an speaker, influencer to generations, coach, mentor and writer and I can’t wait for you to hear her story of how she is running her race!