The Purpose Project

Jesus is the true vine. You are the branches. Got the Father is the vine grower. He prunes what grows so that it produces the highest quality, biggest, or most fruit. But what is pruning? What does that mean and how does it work in our actual lives? Let's dig into that today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sarah-kroger/support

The new year begs to be resolutioned and goal set. But what if you didn't? Or felt like you couldn't? How do you know where to even start? All goals are not created equal, and your season of life (and I don't mean your age or state in life...I mean are you in a Spring? Or a winter? Perhaps a summer? and if you don't know, then go back and listen to episode 27!) determines what makes the most sense in how to approach 2023. This is the beginning of a series on starting the year well so that you end the year as the person you want to become, but it includes my number one suggestion for what to do if you are only going to do one thing. This one step will make all the difference! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

So I promise I have a whole timely series for you on goals, types of goals based on your season, choosing a word for the year, and how to orient yourself toward the will of God this year to grow in your relationship with Him. Buuuuuuuut, I got a little inspiration and took a little minute to share it with you. I'm probably going to get in trouble with my producer because I didn't send this over and there's no intro or music or anything fancy pants, but that just means I really wanted you to hear it. When you're struggling, being told to practice gratitude can kinda make you want to punch someone in the face. I'm sorry, but it can. But do me a favor. Unclench your fist and just give me a second...or like 10 mins. I've got you

We've all said it before, "I just have a lot on my plate" or "I can't add anything to my plate right now". We know there's too much and not discretely roll our eyes when someone says we need to destress and relax more. Yeah right. Welcome to Part Three in this series on Seasons. We've talked about what the seasons are and how we need to stop saying this is just a busy season or a hard season, and start to look at what God has to show us, teach us, and love us through, even when we're struggling. This episode will take you through a new way to look at the "big rocks" in your life, and how to orient yourself towards God's will versus just an assessments of our talents in life. Please share what blesses you in this series....both with me and with a friend. Have you ever had someone say they heard something and you came to mind? It always feels good to be thought of. When you share this podcast with someone in your life, you are passing that feeling on to them as well, knowing that you cared enough to think of them and share what you thought would bless them. Know that I am praying for you! Please pray for me as well!

In the year, we have four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. We know that each season brings different weather, growth, and temperatures. We have four seasons in our hearts and mindsets as well. In this episode, listen to the description of each season and pay attention to what tugs at your heart. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

God spoke and it was created. When you were loved into existence on purpose, with purpose, and for purpose it certainly wasn't so you could be perpetually stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted, just hoping you make it to the mythical time of being less busy. Today, we're kicking off a three part series on seasons of life. What season do you feel like you're in, and the danger of saying "it's just a busy/hard/stressful season, it'll be over soon." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

When the sermon at church and the book I'm reading for Personal Development line up, God is at work and you benefit! Guys, you cannot escape pruning. It's necessary. All you can do is decide your perspective about being pruned. I'm excited to share some thoughts with you about your beautiful role in the process. You are the Tomato!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

We love to serve. It fills us and makes us feel needed...and it's a good thing. But have you ever been at a point where you were no longer serving out of love, but out of obligation or duty? Or even more...with some resentment or bitterness? It happens when you try to exhale forever. Today we're going to talk about why you can't do either. I'm so glad you're here!

What if it really was that easy? Four simple steps to bring you out of feeling panicked and out of control. Well, I've got them for you today. Make sure you take notes and share what you learn with someone you love

Welcome to Season Two! I've missed you! Today we are going to dive right in and talk about Light and Darkness. How much darkness does it take to snuff out the light? And how much light does it take to push back the darkness? More importantly, what do you do when you find yourself in the darkness and you can't see your way? Let's dig in! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

We've all done it. We've all said it. "I know I need to...." and yet it's not happening. So what do we do? Today I'm going to show you what is past "I know" and gets us to "I'm doing it!" For more connection, mindset coaching, and the 1 Minute Cure for Overwhelm, go to www.ThePurposeProject.coach --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

And once you figure out which, everything changes. Once you understand which two you value most, everything changes. I'm here to show you how I went from spiraling into darkness every time something went wrong, to honestly looking over the problem to the solution on the other side. That doesn't mean I'm never sad and never struggle, it means I recover faster than ever, and I have learned to recognize the negative thoughts on their way in so I can handle them and teach you how to do the same! Two exciting things happening! 1. Venmo tip challenge round 3 closes Thursday, Sept 10. Venmo your part of the collective tip to @sarahspurpose 100% of what's sent goes to the tip. Anything contributed after Sept 10 will go to a subsequent round. 2. Check out www.ThePurposeProject.Coach for info about the Intro to Mindset Series that I referenced in this episode. You want to join us and learn the three things that have had a huge impact on my mindset and purpose journey! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Did you know that what has the bigger impact? You the giver or the receiver?  Today we're talking about generosity, three things you can be sure of, and the Tip Challenge.  If you want to join us on that last part, Venmo your contribution to @sarahspurpose. 100% of what's sent will go to the recipient, not me ;) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

If you're not following Officer NaeNae on TikTok and Instagram, are you even living?  He's funny and light...and then I find out that he works in the special victim's unit?!  How in the world do you tackle such a hard facet of society, and still find humor in the little things?  And how in the world do you not bring it home with you every night?  This is an interview to listen to to hear what he said keeps him in a thick skin without getting a hard heart.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

I see you. Fighting with no fight left in you. Feeling like you're failing on every front and frankly, you can't even fail right. I see you. Today, this is for you

Friends, don't just make lemonade. Frankly, don't even decide right away if a situation is good or bad. That doesn't serve you as much as looking for the golden thread of grace throughout your story. Thank you for listening! Please give us a follow, a rating, and a share on your social media! Get the message out about living On Purpose, With Purpose, and For Purpose! Let's bless as many people today as we can! I mentioned two books in the episode. This isn't an ad or anything of the like, just books I've read and know will bless you as well! Holley Gerth Strong Brave Loved https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Brave-Loved-Empowering-Reminders/dp/0800729552/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1F4H0AAUQV40U&dchild=1&keywords=holley+gerth&qid=1597703589&sprefix=holley+g%2Caps%2C232&sr=8-2 Amy Seiffert Grace Looks Amazing On You https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Looks-Amazing-You-Reflecting/dp/1496440617/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1E5VNLTCE7PXF&dchild=1&keywords=amy+seiffert&qid=1597703895&sprefix=amy+seiffert%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

You guys, I'm so excited about today's episode where I get to introduce you to the amazing Amy Seiffert. She's a mom, speaker, podcaster, and author of my new Favorite daily devotional Grace Looks Amazing On You. Today we talk about putting on your big girl panties and dealing with the difficult stuff in life. Sometimes you just have to gird your loins and do it, but never forget that God's grace...that he pours out to us almost in a sloppy way, is always on us. https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07T6C4SCF&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_rlXdFbR9YW269 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Anyone else struggle with perfectionism? I know I've talked about this before, but if you're anything like me, you need to hear it more than once for it to sink in. Thanks for joining me today to learn about how you can have high standards AND let yourself off the hook a little. Thank you for supporting this podcast with your listening, liking, reviewing, and sharing. I love getting feedback and hearing how you're incorporating what you're hearing into your life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

The time has come to stop being silent. Even if I've been silent because I didn't know the right thing to say. Today, I'm sure I'm going to get it wrong sometimes, but I'm no longer going to say nothing, just because I can. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Guys, "youknowwhat" happens. It does...and we can't stop it...So what do we do? Well, today I'm going to tell you. It's another crucial step in the garden of your life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

How does your garden grow? What are the parts that get you excited? Is there no joy until the harvest? Or are you like me and shriek with joy when the tomato seedling that you've been waiting to see for 6 weeks breaks the surface of the soil? How does that translate to your journey in life? Join me for a fresh and optimistic perspective shift! Also, in the episode, I mentioned a FREE training that I just published. To claim this amazing Masterclass for FREE, click here https://thepurposeproject.thinkific.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

God is the ultimate gardener! He literally got down in the dirt and planted a garden...and then CREATED A PERSON from the soil! A garden is the perfect metaphor for the 6 Basic Human Needs. Did you know that every single human has 6 needs? We all get them met different ways, but they are all there in each of us. Grab a pen and paper and buckle in. I'm about to blow your mind in part one of this Life as a Garden Series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

You guys, I'm so excited about this episode! I know it's quite a bit longer than the others, and we thought about breaking it up, but figured that we'd let you break it up if you needed to, and let you listen straight through if it served you. In this episode, Ben Kroger and I are together for the first time on this podcast and are sharing just an open conversation about our individual temperaments, how they gel and clash, and what impact it has on your Purpose. How much does it impact you? How much can you rely on it and how much do you have to work to polish and improve the weak points? How does your partner compliment you? (and I don't mean just saying nice things to you ;) ) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Guys, I'm faaaaar too stubborn to just wait until this is all over, the dust has settled and just see what's left standing to rebuild and start again. I refuse to just hold on tight and pray for this crisis to pass...and then see what's left. Your purpose doesn't take a giant pause in a difficult season. You are a diamond and diamonds are created under pressure. With love and support and compassion, I'm never going to tell you that you have to use this time to do all the crafts with your kids....because glitter is from the devil...but I AM going to tell you that God didn't look down and go "Crap! I didn't see this one coming. There's no way she can make it through that....oh well. Too late now." NO FREAKING WAY! You get to show up in your life in this time just as much as in the good times. Here's how. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Anybody else have a house that looks like someone picked it up and shook it? Because, let's be honest, what's the point of cleaning if it can't be perfect? What's the point of working out if you're just going to give up? Anyone else not able to eat just 2 cookies without eating the whole bag? Today's episode is for you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Most of us start the day with the best of intentions. But you know what they say about good intentions.... So what do we do when we get thrown off course? How can we bring positive energy to every encounter? How can we regroup when things go sideways? I can go from happy to psycho in a heartbeat, but getting "back" is harder....but not impossible. Today I'm going to give you simple tips as to how! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

Ever feel like Sisyphus? Like you're just pushing the same boulder up the mountain every day just to have it roll back down the hill again. How about you use these three steps when you're Stuck in the Suck instead! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

We all say it: "It's a difficult season." or "This season won't last forever." And while that's not wrong, we often go too far and let ourselves off the hook when we really should do this instead. Join me for an episode from the archives, ya know back when a full moon, Friday the 13th, and the time change all in one week was the biggest stuff we had to worry about. Who knew the message would be even more relevant now! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

What if you didn't have to decide if a situation...or even a feeling...was good or bad? What if you could leave room to see? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

When you hear the phrase "Pull Rank", what does that mean to you? Today I'm going to tell you what it actually means and how you can use it to change the voice in your head! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support

You were loved into existence On Purpose, With Purpose, and For Purpose...and that purpose wasn't just to make it to bedtime. What if you could actually PREcide how your year would go from the beginning? I'm going to teach you how to create a filter through which all the rest of your decisions pass so that you can live the life you have always wanted to have! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah-kroger/support