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Do you wonder if you have what it takes to make a difference in the world? Dorcas Cheng-Tozun brings her brand of gracious, kind wisdom to the table in this episode of Peace Talks with Mariah Humphries and Katie Mullin. She reminds us that, no matter who you are, you can change for the world for good—and shows us how to do it through self awareness and concern for others.Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is an award-winning writer, editor, speaker, and communications consultant. She is the author of Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World, Let There d.light: How One Social Enterprise Brought Solar Products to 100 Million People, and Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul: How to Change the World in Quiet Ways. Her work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Christianity Today, Image Journal, and dozens of other publications in the US, Asia, and Africa. She currently serves as a high school instructor of social innovation at Valley Christian Schools.Dorcas has a BA in communication and an MA in sociology from Stanford University, as well as a professional editing certificate from the University of California, Berkeley. A Silicon Valley native, she has lived in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Nairobi, Kenya. She and her husband have been married for nineteen years and have two young sons.» Subscribe to PEACE TALKS Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peace-talks/id1590168616About the Center for Formation, Justice and Peace:Justice and peace come from the inside out—from the overflow of a transformed heart. This belief led our founder, Bishop Todd Hunter, to start the Center for Formation, Justice and Peace in 2021. The Center brings together a diverse, interdenominational community of people who want to be formed in love to heal a broken world. Because “religion” is often part of the problem, we've created a brave, Jesus-centered space for dialogue, questioning, creating, and exploration. PEACE TALKS introduces you to women and men who are working to undo oppression, leading to lives of deeper peace for all.Connect with The Center OnlineVisit The Center's Website: https://centerfjp.orgFollow The Center on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/centerfjpFollow The Center on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerfjp/Support the show

Do you want to know how to stay in love with your entrepreneur in a crazy startup world? How about learning from someone who wrote the book (literally!) on the subject? That's what you'll get from my interview with Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, who is an award-winning writer, a former columnist for Inc.com, and the author of Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World.    We talk about self care, learning about yourself, and setting boundaries, and I am telling you, this show is good for every woman to hear, even if you're not married to an entrepreneur. So press play and listen in on my conversation with Dorcas.   Learn more about Dorcas Cheng-Tozun: https://www.chengtozun.com/ Purchase Start, Love, Repeat   Mrs. Startup Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mrsstartup/ Mrs. Startup Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mrsstartup/ Mrs. Startup website: https://mrsstartup.com  Karen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howellkaren/

Last time Dorcas Cheng-Tozun was on the show, she joined me in sunny California to discuss the ins and outs of supporting an entrepreneurial spouse. Today, things are a bit different: Dorcas is in Nairobi, Kenya, sharing all about the big move and how moving overseas three times over the past decade inspired her book https://www.chengtozun.com/order-book (Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World).   Dorcas is a woman who practices what she preaches. Like Tim Ferriss, she makes herself a guinea pig to test her hypotheses – and now she has an opportunity to test the principles from Start, Love, Repeat in the field.   Because with being an entrepreneurial – or the family member of an entrepreneur – comes distractions.   There's so much going on and so many moving parts, and things like the work that needs to get done, taking care of your kids, housework, errands, and other activities can pull all of your focus.   But when you spend all of your time focusing on everything else, you can end up losing the touchpoints that a relationship needs in order to stay closely connected. And as that happens, questions and doubts about your relationship can slip into your mind.   So how do you come back from that or prevent yourself from getting to that place?   Critically, it's important to recognize that “trust can be a choice.” You may not necessarily be feeling it in the moment, but if you choose to act like you do and choose to continue sharing with them, those actions can actually reinforce your bond.   “Your behavior comes first, and then your mind, spirit, and soul can follow.”   If you don't make the choice to try, it can be devastating to a relationship. Because as it turns out, the number one reason people get divorced isn't actually infidelity or any big event – it's because they give up; they feel like the spark is gone and they just stop investing in the relationship.   One of the first steps when we're talking about maintaining intimacy is the recognition that it's not going to happen by itself.   So listen empathetically and get to know one another. That's how you'll ultimately connect emotionally. Really, it's impossible to overemphasize just how important that is – because you CAN make a choice to create the conditions that help develop intimacy!   --   Resources: Learn more at https://www.chengtozun.com/ (chengtozun.com) Connect with Dorcas: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World   --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Entrepreneurs have the highest rate of infidelity. In this episode, we meet Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, author of “Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World.” We learn from Dorcas, a writer for Inc.com, who believes that just because you are married to an entrepreneur, it does not mean you should be a single parent. Dorcas reminds us that boundaries for every couple look different, but when one person in the couple is suffering, there needs to be a change. Ned Tozun, husband to Dorcas, started d.light, a leader in solar power for off-grid families. Welcome to the Love or Work Podcast, hosted by Andre Shinabarger (Physician Assistant, Grady Hospital) and Jeff Shinabarger (Social Entrepreneur and Founder of Plywood People). They are asking the question: Is it possible to change the world, stay in love and raise a healthy family? 100 interviews where Jeff and Andre learn from other working families in the journey of marriage, purpose and parenting. Website: www.loveorwork.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/loveorwork Learn more from Dorcas: https://www.chengtozun.com/ Love or Work is a project of Plywood People. Plywood is a non-profit in Atlanta leading a community of start-ups doing good. www.plywoodpeople.com

Many people (especially aspiring entrepreneurs) have a romantic view of what entrepreneurship looks like – and while there is a lot of freedom, getting there is a long and difficult journey. It's The Struggle, Ben Horowitz posits in his poem. A highly rewarding and beautiful struggle, but a struggle nonetheless.   And it's easy for entrepreneurs to get laser focused on their mission and let everything else slip through the cracks along this journey… if there's not somebody there to help and offer support.   Our guest Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is an award-winning writer and speaker who explores the intersection of start-up life with marriage, family, and well-being through columns and her book, Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World.   This isn't your average book about entrepreneurship. It's written from Dorcas' point of view, as the veritable Chief of Staff for her husband's entrepreneurial endeavors, and it offers an incredibly unique and insightful perspective on the entrepreneurial mind.   It also teaches entrepreneurs an incredibly important lesson about bringing their spouse in: your spouse is a stakeholder in your business, just like an investor would be, just like a key business partner would be – and their buy-in is essential. Beyond that, they can be your cheerleader, your unique competitive advantage encouraging you each step of the way.   “Build your business, do what you want to do, but don't forget about the rest of your life,” Dorcas says. “Don't forget about the other people in your life. Don't forget about what you love to do, the things that feed your soul and spirit, that will enable you to survive these crazy ups and downs in the rollercoaster ride of being an entrepreneur.”   --   Resources: Learn more at https://www.chengtozun.com/ (chengtozun.com) Connect with Dorcas: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World   --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

In today’s episode, Susan talks with Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, an award-winning writer, a columnist for Inc.com, and the author of “Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World.”Susan and Dorcas talk about being married to an entrepreneur and business owner, what you need to know about what you’re getting into, and the strategies for keeping an entrepreneurial marriage going.Links:Dorcas’s website: https://www.chengtozun.com/Dorcas’s book: http://amzn.to/2p8u5jqSusan’s websites:Everything Susan: http://suebmoe.com2Questions.TV: http://2Questions.TVBaroncini-Moe Executive Coaching: http://susanbaroncini-moe.comBusiness in Blue Jeans: http://businessinbluejeans.comShare your thoughts in the comments below!Equipment used for this video:- Zoom.us- Blue Yeti Microphone- MacBook Pro Subscribe to 2QuestionsTV for more interviews and behind the scenes footage! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is an award-winning writer and the author of Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World. She is a columnist for Inc.com and a regular contributor to Christianity Today. Her work has also appeared in dozens of publications in the U.S., U.K., and Asia. Previously, Dorcas worked as a nonprofit and social enterprise professional for a decade. A Silicon Valley native, Dorcas has also lived in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Kenya. She and her entrepreneur husband have two adorable hapa boys. In this interview, Dorcas reminds us a that just because the path is difficult, or we cannot see the fruit of the work we're doing or that we feel stuck and alone in this moment, that doesn't mean God is not with us or we're not following the right dream. Some of my other takeaways from this conversation with Dorcas include: The value of knowing yourself and learning to accept and embrace who God made you. That no matter what you feel called to, you need breaks from work, technology, and the day-to-day demands. This was a great reminder of the value of keeping the Sabbath. And how feeling stuck might just be God inviting you into deeper communion with Him. BOOKS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective by Richard Rohr & Andreas Ebert Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant The Cure: What if God Isn't Who You Think He Is and Neither Are You? by John Lynch, Bruce McNichol and Bill Thrall   You'll find the show notes, links to resources mentioned, and ways to connect with Dorcas, here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/76    Get More Involved...Become a Devoted Dreamers Patron. Learn more: https://www.patreon.com/DevotedDreamersPodcast   GET CONNECTED: Find your tribe in the Devoted Dreamers Insiders Facebook Group where you can connect with other like-minded women in pursuit of their God-shaped dreams. Leave your review of the show on iTunes or Stitcher Subscribe on iTunes * Subscribe on Android   Some links to products listed here are affiliate links. When you click those and make a purchase, I earn a commission that supports this podcast. Thanks for your support!

Are you struggling to achieve a healthy work-life balance in your relationship? Do you feel like your partner is focusing more on work and less on you and the relationship? It's easy for our relationships to take a back seat to a busy job or a new business venture. There are only so many hours in a day, and much of the time is spent working. Don't let work ruin your relationship. Listen to today's show to find out the key tools to balance your work life with your romantic life.   In this episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to manage your time between work and your relationship.  Creating weekly agreements to manage expectations and avoid conflicts.  How to be present with your spouse and forget about work while at home.  Setting boundaries on when to talk about work and when to 'keep it at the office'.  The importance of checking in with your partner and letting them know you care about their work, while not letting it overshadow the relationship.  Using shared calendars to help manage time, expectations and work-relationship balance.  Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is an award-winning writer and author of Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World. She is a columnist for Inc.com and has written for dozens of other publications. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her entrepreneur husband and their two young boys Full show notes and episode links at: http://idopodcast.com/130 Interested in learning more about our Costa Rica Couples Retreat? The retreat is built to be the ultimate vacation for couples looking to have fun, try new things and build a stronger relationship in paradise. Click here to learn more! Sign up for our 14 Day Happy Couples Challenge here: 14 Day Happy Couples Challenge Do you want to hear more on this topic? Are you struggling with achieving a work-relationship balnce? If so, you're not alone. Continue the conversation on our Facebook Group here: Love Tribe Sponsors Zola: Zola is the wedding company that will do anything for love. They are reinventing the wedding planning and registry experience to make the happiest moment in our couples' lives even happier. From engagement to wedding and decorating your first home, Zola is there, combining compassionate customer service with modern tools and technology. All in the service of love. To sign up with Zola and receive a $50 credit towards your registry, go to ZOLA.com/ido. Lovelands: Lovelands is a highly readable guide to creating the relationship and life you most deeply desire, by psychologist Dr Debra Campbell. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep going wrong in love and how to make lasting change for the better — Lovelands will show you how to make that change, not just in your relationship but in every area of your life. Get your copy of Lovelands today — available in hardcover, Amazon and Audible. If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! - Chase & Sarah

Our guests today, Ned and Dorcas share a story about a depression that lasted nearly five years. They not only survived that depression as a couple, but built a massively successful company during that time and started a family that’s thriving. This episode is about the tools they used to manage.  Dorcas has written a book about the experience called: START, LOVE, REPEAT - How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World. You can find out more about Dorcas at her website: https://www.chengtozun.com/. You can learn about Ned's company at their website: http://www.dlight.com/. Don't forget to check out our sponsors for this episode, and if you'd like to claim a $50 credit towards your wedding registry, visit their site at: Zola.com/couples If you liked what you heard today, please do subscribe. It’s not free to produce this show, and I would absolutely love your support. You can support our show by going to patreon.com/together If you’ve got questions or comments, or if you just want to connect, you can find on social media. Our facebook page is facebook.com/togethershow Twitter and instagram are both @together_show, And you can always email me at host@together.guide The music in today’s episode is by Blue Dot Sessions, and you can find them at sessions.blue.

Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is a writer and speaker Author, writer and columnist and is talking to Jo and Steph today about anxiety, marriage and her new book, Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World. Listen in to hear how Dorcas and her husband have cultivated their marriage through international moves and juggled family life and their careers as they have sought to love and support one another well.   Check out Dorcas’ new book now: Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World Www.chengtozun.com Find Dorcas Cheng-Tozun on Twitter and Facebook.   Other resources mentioned: The Good Marriage - Judith Wallerstein & Sandra Blkeslee   Check out Sacred Holidays for Advent resources.  Www.sacredholidays.com For 10% off use the code: LEADSTORIES   Follow Lead Stories Podcast to interact with Steph and Jo: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com www.leadstoriesmedia.com