Anchored with Purpose | Faith, Family, Purpose, Dreaming, Planning, Overcoming Anxiety, Overcoming Overwhelm
The Anchored with Purpose Podcast focuses on Faith, Family, Purpose, & Dreaming Big.
How do I fill the emptiness I feel in my life? What is missing from my life? The stresses of this world are causing me anxiety, how can I cope? I’m a mom, but I feel so drained and have lost a piece of me, how do I find me again? How do I dream again? How do I even achieve those dreams?
And the biggest question of all, is it worth pursuing my purpose and dreams? Whether you’re a dreamer, a mom, connected in your faith or feeling a little (or a lot) lost, this is the show for you.
The Anchored with Purpose Podcast is a live-workshop style podcast packed with actionable step-by-step tips to help you redefine what you want in your life in the areas of faith, family, purpose, & pursuing your dreams.
You can train with the experts on how to dig in, reconnect with your faith & purpose, and tackle your biggest goals along the way.
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Dec 2, 2025
Dec 2, 2025
17 min
🎉 It’s a big day on the Anchored with Purpose Podcast — the Anchored with Purpose Planner is officially available! 🎉
In today’s episode, Melissa unveils the planner she has been designing, refining, and dreaming about for more than 15 years. She shares the behind-the-scenes journey of searching for the perfect planning system, the hilarious “Frankenplanner” experiment, discovering the discbound system, and overcoming overwhelm with other planners on the market. As someone recently diagnosed with ADHD, Melissa explains how planning tools have been life-changing, and how this new planner is created specifically to help women live with peace, clarity, and intention — without guilt or overwhelm.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn what makes the Anchored with Purpose Planner different: weekly Scripture memory, monthly biblical themes, inspirational messages, time-blocking layouts, reflection pages, and the flexibility of a printable system that you can fully customize. Melissa also explains why she intentionally didn’t include every possible feature and how optional add-ons allow each woman to personalize her planning experience.
If you’re ready to plan your life with purpose and anchor your days in faith — this episode will get you excited to start.
🎙 The planner is available NOW — plus a FREE December download to try and use right away!
Key Takeaways
The Anchored with Purpose Planner is now available and ready to order 🎉
Planners have supported Melissa through decades of demanding seasons and helped with ADHD and executive functioning
The Anchored with Purpose Planner has been designed over 15 years and refined for more than a year in real-life use
The discbound system allows full customization and flexibility for planning in a way that fits real life
Weekly Scripture memory, monthly Scripture themes, inspirational messages, time blocking, and reflection pages create structure with peace
Too many planners are overwhelming — this one is intentionally simple, faith-centered, peaceful, and flexible
Optional add-on pages and free resources allow everyone to personalize their planning system
Permission to give yourself grace: the planner is a tool, not a boss
Chapters
00:00 — Welcome & planner launch celebration 🎉
00:45 — Melissa’s journey: why planning matters
01:35 — ADHD diagnosis & how planning supports executive functioning
02:20 — Searching for the perfect planner + the “Frankenplanner” story
04:30 — “People would pay you for this” — the seed planted
05:40 — Discovering the discbound system
08:45 — What makes the Anchored with Purpose Planner different
11:15 — Scripture, inspiration & monthly overview pages
12:05 — Time blocking & weekly reflection
12:50 — Why simplicity matters + avoiding overwhelm
13:45 — Catholic planners & finding the perfect middle ground
15:05 — Printable flexibility + optional add-ons
16:25 — Who this planner is for
17:10 — How to order + FREE December download
18:05 — Final encouragement & blessing
Helpful Links from This Episode
🛍 Order the Anchored with Purpose Planner: https://anchoredwithpurpose.com
📥 Download the FREE December Planner Pages: https://anchoredwithpurpose.com
🌀 Discbound System Resources: Levenger: https://levenger.com ARC by Staples: https://staples.com Martha Stewart Discs: available at Staples Happy Planner (similar system): https://thehappyplanner.com
📱 Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://instagram.com/anchoredwithpurpose
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@anchoredwithpurpose
Anchored with Purpose Planner, planner launch, faith-based planner, printable planner, discbound planner, Catholic women, Christian moms, intentional living, time-blocking planner, Scripture memory, ADHD planning tools, executive functioning, planning with faith, peace not panic

Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
38 min
In this episode, Melissa brings back registered dietitian, wife, and mom of three, Cassie Groeschel, to talk all things meal prep, family meals, picky eaters, and raising kids who actually know how to cook.
Cassie shares how she went from burnt-out, multi-job-working mom to a woman who uses simple meal prep routines to buy back hours of her week and reclaim evenings with her family. She breaks down why meal prep doesn’t have to mean “half your Sunday in the kitchen,” how to use tiny pockets of time (like when the toast is in the toaster!) to prep, and why cooking is a lost life skill we desperately need to bring back for our kids.
You’ll hear practical, grace-filled strategies for:
How to meal prep in small pockets of time instead of marathon Sundays
Why cooking at home is tied to better health, connection, and confidence
Simple, age-appropriate ways to get toddlers, kids, and teens helping in the kitchen
How to handle picky eaters with more intention and less frustration
What to do before you overhaul your meals: pantry resets, life-season audits, and realistic goals
How Cassie’s Busy Mom Meal Prep Course helps you reduce decision fatigue, feed your family well, and stop dreading the “What’s for dinner?” question
If you’re a busy mom who is tired of scrambling at 5 p.m., wants her kids to learn real-life kitchen skills, and desires more peaceful, screen-free family dinners, this one will speak right to you.
🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode
Cassie’s Website Learn more about Cassie, her work with families, and her resources: 👉 wellnessthatfits.com
Cassie on Instagram Follow Cassie for practical, realistic wellness and meal prep tips for busy moms: 👉 @wellnessthatfits
Cassie’s Podcast Wellness That Fits – launching around the time of this episode, where Cassie shares more about nutrition, family wellness, and realistic health strategies for busy women.
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wellness-that-fits/id1845172688
⏱ Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome Back, Cassie! Meal Prep, Family Time & Picky Eaters 00:47 – Cassie’s Story: Burnout, Multiple Jobs & Finding Meal Prep 03:31 – “I Don’t Have Time to Meal Prep”: Mindset Shifts That Change Everything 04:38 – Tiny Pockets of Time: Prepping Lettuce While the Toast Toasts 06:11 – Reducing Food Waste with Freezer Hacks (Spinach, Carrots & More) 07:39 – Cooking as a Lost Life Skill & Why It Matters for Our Kids 09:43 – From Convenience Culture to Food Literacy and Emotional Connection 10:52 – Life Skills Camp: Letting Kids Wash, Chop & Use Knives Safely 11:42 – Age-Appropriate Kitchen Tasks: Toddlers to Bigger Kids 13:37 – Teaching Food Safety, Raw Meat Handling & Modeling in the Kitchen 14:56 – Making It Fun: Music, Theme Nights & Confidence in the Kitchen 16:12 – Spiritual & Emotional Connection Around the Table (Gratitude & Prayer) 18:46 – Patience, Screens Off & Building Social-Emotional Skills at Mealtime 20:04 – Mindful Eating vs Screens: Brain-Gut Connection & Feeling Satisfied 22:03 – Picky Eaters: Lists, Favorites & Involving Kids in Decisions 24:26 – Kids Packing Their Own Lunches: Setting Them Up for Success 27:43 – Teaching Where Food Comes From: Grocery Trips & Food Literacy 28:44 – Kids Are More Capable Than We Think: Melissa’s Lunch Story 28:56 – Inside the Busy Mom Meal Prep Course: Life Season Audit 30:17 – Pantry Reset, Core Ingredient Prep & Diverse Meals from the Same Base 32:35 – Kid Lunches Formula: Protein + Grain + Fruit + Veggie 33:34 – Reducing Decision Fatigue: Sustainable, Nutritious Meal Planning 34:34 – Why Decision Fatigue Is Real & How Meal Prep Can Help 34:56 – Where to Find Cassie & Her Busy Mom Meal Prep Course (with Discount Code) 35:32 – Melissa’s Testimony: High-Protein, High-Iron Wins with Her Boys 36:14 – Encouragement, Impact & Cassie’s Upcoming Podcast 37:20 – Closing Encouragement: Stay Anchored with Purpose
Busy Mom Meal Prep Course + Discount Code Cassie’s course designed specifically for busy, stretched-thin moms who want to:
Spend less time in the kitchen
Feed their families nourishing meals
Reduce dinner-time stress and decision fatigue
Use code PREP50 at checkout to receive $50 off the Busy Mom Meal Prep Course.
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Grab the FREE sample of the Anchored With Purpose Planner 👉 https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
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Nov 18, 2025
Nov 18, 2025
45 min
In this powerful conversation, Melissa sits down with Meghan Lemery-Fritz, LCSW — a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience — to talk about healthy boundaries, emotional safety, narcissistic family members, and how to protect your peace during the holidays as a Christian woman.
Meghan shares how her Catholic + charismatic upbringing, her mom’s late-in-life social work career, and even old HBO movies sparked her fascination with relationships and human behavior. From there, she unpacks what boundaries actually are (and what they’re not), why so many Christian women confuse self-abandonment with holiness, and how the Holy Spirit often speaks through our discomfort, intuition, and lack of peace.
You’ll hear practical, faith-filled guidance on:
What a healthy boundary really is (hint: it’s about your actions, not their behavior)
How to recognize when you’re dysregulated, drained, or ignoring your intuition
Why “being nice” and being kind are not the same — and how authenticity is actually more Christ-like
How to prepare for family gatherings with a clear plan, exit strategies, and time limits
What to do if you’re dealing with a narcissistic or emotionally unhealthy relative
Why it’s okay — and sometimes necessary — to go low contact or no contact
How to say no without over-explaining, and how to stop abandoning yourself in the name of “being a good Christian”
This episode is especially timely if you’re heading into Thanksgiving, Christmas, or extended-family events and already feeling anxious, guilty, or overwhelmed
Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Meghan Lemery-Fritz 00:39 – Meghan’s Family, Faith Background & Local Connection 02:11 – How HBO Movies, Bible Study, and Her Mom’s Career Shaped Her Calling 05:41 – Growing Up Catholic with a Charismatic, Scripture-Rooted Twist 07:29 – What Is a Healthy Boundary (and What It’s Not)? 10:00 – Are Boundaries Unloving? A Catholic Perspective on Dignity & Self-Respect 12:45 – Dysregulation, Intuition, and the Holy Spirit’s “Still Small Voice” 15:27 – People-Pleasing vs Inspiration: Are You a Cheerful Giver? 16:18 – Nice vs Kind: Serving from Ego vs Serving from the Spirit 18:39 – Self-Abandonment, Oxygen Masks, and Feeling “Dead Inside” 20:27 – Time in the Word, Quiet, and Why We Need Space to Heal 22:04 – Practicing “No”: Simple Phrases for Protecting Your Peace 23:25 – The Power of Authenticity: The Strongest Energy in the Room 24:44 – Holiday Triggers: Birth Order, Old Patterns, and Family Expectations 27:51 – Melissa’s Christmas Story & Redefining What the Day Looks Like 29:35 – Discomfort as Information: Listening to Your Body (Not Just “Anxiety”) 30:54 – Setting Clear Expectations: Offensive vs Defensive Boundaries 32:14 – Safe Words, Exit Plans, and Handling Intrusive Questions 33:44 – Hosting, Over-Functioning, and Letting Others Help 35:27 – “I Have Anxiety” vs “I Have Feelings”: Learning to Hold Space 36:16 – Narcissistic & Emotionally Unhealthy Family Members: First Steps 37:40 – Low Contact, No Contact & Moving Toward Safety as a Christian 40:14 – How You Feel Around Someone as a Clue to Personality Disorders 42:38 – Where to Find Meghan Online & Her Personality Disorder Content 44:41 – Melissa’s Closing Thoughts & Meghan’s Upcoming Podcast
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode
Meghan’s Telehealth Psychotherapy Practice Fritz & Tanger Psychotherapy (serving clients in Pennsylvania, Vermont, Colorado, New York, and New Hampshire) 👉 https://www.fritzstanger.com/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/meghan-lemery-fritz-glens-falls-ny/1051148
Meghan on TikTok – Personality Disorders & Boundaries Short, powerful “crash course” videos on personality disorders, narcissism, boundaries, and emotional health 👉https://www.tiktok.com/@personalitydisordercoach?_r=1&_t=ZP-91B6y1NRN1D or Search “Personality Disorder Coach” on TikTok
Healthy boundaries Christian women, Catholic boundaries, Christian mental health, holiday family stress, narcissistic family member, personality disorders, emotional safety, people-pleasing, Christian women saying no, Catholic moms and boundaries, holiday triggers, Christian therapist boundaries, Holy Spirit and intuition.
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Nov 12, 2025
Nov 12, 2025
21 min
Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? 🌀 The appointments, the kids’ activities, hosting responsibilities, family coming to town, holiday prep, and somewhere in there — you still need time to breathe?
In today’s episode, Melissa gets honest about overwhelm, anxiety, and the powerful practice that helps her reset and return to peace every single week: faith-first planning using the weekly spread inside the Anchored With Purpose Planner.
Inside this episode, you'll learn:
✨ Why God cares about how you use your time ✨ The science behind writing down tasks + reducing anxiety ✨ How to turn a mental spiral into calm clarity ✨ The one weekly focus that keeps you grounded ✨ How to brain-dump and sort tasks with intention ✨ Why scheduling tasks makes you 3x more likely to finish them ✨ Color-coding, time-blocking, and stepping into stewardship ✨ A gentle reminder that planning ≠ perfection — it’s progress
And most importantly — how your planner can become a place of peace, a sanctuary where you meet God, breathe deeply, and choose purpose over panic.
🧠 Key Takeaways
Your planner is not just paper — it's peace
Start your week with God, not your calendar
A weekly focus keeps you aligned with your calling
Scripture anchors your mind and heart
Writing tasks down frees your brain to breathe
Time-blocking turns intention into action
Celebrate wins — big and small — to cultivate gratitude & joy
Consistency over perfection
📌 Links Mentioned
Grab the FREE sample of the Anchored With Purpose Planner 👉 https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
Anchored With Purpose Faith Journal 👉https://a.co/d/bGAJpU5
📱 Let’s Connect
Tag me on Instagram when you're doing your weekly planning — I LOVE seeing your spreads and cheering you on! @anchoredwithpurpose or @melissajwilkinson
🎧 Listen + Share
If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend who needs peace, clarity, and a reminder that she doesn’t have to hustle — she can plan with God.

Nov 6, 2025
Nov 6, 2025
21 min
This month, we’re celebrating something powerful — Global Bible Month with the YouVersion Bible App. With more than one billion downloads, the Bible App has put God’s Word into the hands and hearts of people all over the world — including right here in our community.
In this episode, Melissa shares how daily Scripture — whether through a physical Bible or the Bible App — has grounded her, guided her, and helped her stay anchored through busy seasons, motherhood, and life’s unexpected moments.
You’ll hear simple, practical ways to spend time with God each day, how to use features inside the YouVersion app like streaks, prayer prompts, and Bible plans, and why even one verse a day can reshape your heart and your home.
📲 Download the Bible App: Download The Bible App Now - 100% Free
💁🏻♀️ Join me on the Bible App: https://www.bible.com/users/mjwilkinson41
📖 Read the Rebuilt Faith Bible Plan: https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/62006
Get your FREE Anchored with Purpose Planner: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
🎧 Episode Chapters
00:00 — Welcome & Why Global Bible Month Matters 01:05 — When Life Feels Loud & Full 02:20 — “Scripture Gives Time Back” 04:00 — The Bible App as a Lifeline 05:15 — Searching Scripture by Emotion or Topic 07:00 — Verse of the Day & Daily Devotions 08:40 — Sharing Scripture in Everyday Conversations 09:45 — Guided Prayer & Tracking Prayer Requests 11:20 — Streaks + Staying Consistent 13:15 — Bible Reading Plans 16:07 — Reading Plans With Friends 17:25 — My Favorite Physical Bible 18:20 — The “Rebuilt Faith” Plan 20:10 — Habits, Grace, & James Clear Wisdom 22:00 — Gratitude for the YouVersion Milestone 23:30 — Your Invitation to Join the Challenge
YouVersion Bible App, Global Bible Month, Bible reading habit, daily Scripture routine, Christian morning routine, Catholic Bible plan, Rebuilt Faith YouVersion plan, Bible App streaks, faith habits for moms, verse of the day devotional

Oct 29, 2025
Oct 29, 2025
15 min
This week on the Anchored with Purpose podcast, I’m sharing something a little different — not about goal setting or productivity, but about joy. The kind of joy that sneaks up on you when you least expect it, the kind God brings right into your lap… sometimes literally, with fur, wrinkles, and curly tails.
Our family just adopted two new pug puppies, Duke and Duchess, from Green Mountain Pug Rescue, and they’ve completely stolen our hearts. After losing our beloved Olive in 2020 and Frank the Tank earlier this year, our house felt quiet — like something was missing. But God, in His goodness, knew exactly how to fill that space again.
In this episode, I’m sharing the full story — from how Olive and Frank first became part of our lives, to the long wait, the adoption process, and the moment Duke and Duchess came home. You’ll hear how God used these little rescue pups to remind me that He truly cares about the small details of our lives — even the four-legged ones.
What You’ll Hear:
How our family’s pug story began — and how each one “found” us
What the waiting season taught me about God’s timing
The sweet reminder that joy often returns in small, unexpected ways
How Duke and Duchess have brought laughter and light back into our home
Let’s Stay Connected:
Instagram: @anchoredwithpurpose
Website: anchoredwithpurpose.com

Oct 21, 2025
Oct 21, 2025
9 min
Can you believe it’s been one year of the Anchored with Purpose Podcast? In this special anniversary episode, Melissa celebrates a year of showing up together — growing in faith, rediscovering purpose, and dreaming big again.
She shares heartfelt reflections, lessons learned, and encouragement for anyone who’s ever felt afraid to start before they were ready. From nervous beginnings to building a thriving community, Melissa reminds us that obedience matters more than perfection, your story can set someone else free, and God multiplies what we surrender.
Whether you’ve listened since day one or you’re just joining the Anchored with Purpose family, this episode will inspire you to keep trusting God with your next step and your big dreams.
Get your FREE copy of the Anchored with Purpose planner here: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
The heart behind the Anchored with Purpose Podcast
Why obedience > perfection in any dream or calling
How God uses your story to impact others
What happens when you surrender control and say “yes” to God
Encouragement for stepping into your next season with faith and confidence
Connect with Melissa:
Instagram: @anchoredwithpurpose
Website: anchoredwithpurpose.com
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Oct 14, 2025
Oct 14, 2025
44 min
Melissa sits down with Kristin DeVan—mom of four, campus minister, and longtime Nativity/Rebuilt ministry leader—to talk about raising kids in the Catholic faith, simple family faith habits, and building a home culture rooted in Jesus (without perfection or pressure). Kristin shares how serving as a kid ignited her calling, how liturgical seasons help families, practical ways to pray with little ones, and why small groups matter for moms. You’ll hear honest encouragement on burnout, boundaries, and keeping your cup filled while you pour into your family and church.
Get your FREE copy of the Anchored with Purpose planner here: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
What you’ll learn
How early serving in church shaped Kristin’s calling and faith
Simple, realistic family faith rhythms (prayer before meals, bedtime intentions, worship music)
Using liturgical seasons (Advent, Lent) to engage kids who think in “seasons”
Why modeling matters more than perfection (parents as visible disciples)
Small groups for moms: going deeper, being known, and staying filled
Guarding against comparison and online perfection; choosing voices that encourage
Practical resources: saints books for kids, worship music (Forrest Frank), Hallow app
Chapters
0:00 – God-orchestrated friendship & fun-size besties
1:25 – Kristin’s story: serving at 8 years old → theology → campus ministry
8:55 – Nativity/Rebuilt snapshot: one church, one message, excellence
11:30 – Keeping faith central with four kids: simple, consistent habits
15:25 – Practical traditions: mealtime prayer, bedtime intentions, music, saints books
18:30 – Worship music & Scripture: memorizing through lyrics
20:30 – Real-talk: avoiding pressure and perfection; doing what fits your family
22:45 – Hallow app, rosary readiness, and meeting kids where they are
24:20 – Small groups for moms: virtual after-bedtime & going deep
26:10 – Encouragement for moms in every season: grace > perfection
Keywords: Catholic moms, Catholic family life, family faith practices, liturgical living for families, Catholic parenting, motherhood and faith, small groups for moms, Rebuilt Parish, Nativity Church, worship music for kids, saints for kids, prayer with children, Catholic women encouragement, balance for busy moms

Oct 7, 2025
Oct 7, 2025
15 min
Can you believe there are less than 90 days left in the year? Most people will hit pause and coast through the rest of the season — but not you, friend. In this episode, Melissa Wilkinson shares faith-filled encouragement and practical strategies to help you finish the year strong. You’ll learn how to reflect on your goals, re-align your priorities, and take intentional steps toward the dreams God has placed on your heart.
Through Scripture, research, and personal stories, Melissa walks you through how to create small, consistent habits that build momentum before January even arrives — because better is the end of a thing than its beginning (Ecclesiastes 7:8).
Whether you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or just ready for a reset, this episode will help you find clarity, peace, and purpose as you close out the year with intention and grace.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Why how you finish the year matters more than how you started it
How to reflect on your 2025 goals — and release the ones that no longer fit
Faith-based strategies to stay grounded when life feels busy
How to build “atomic habits” that help you end the year strong
The power of planning with purpose (and how to use your planner as a faith tool)
How to set one “next right step” each week for meaningful progress
Tips for prayer journaling, celebrating weekly wins, and planning with joy
How gratitude, faith, and focus work together to create momentum
🕒 Chapters & Time Stamps:
0:00 — Why finishing the year strong matters 2:00 — The truth about New Year’s resolutions and building momentum early 4:00 — Revisiting your goals and reflecting on what still matters 6:00 — Systems, not goals: Lessons from Atomic Habits 8:00 — The Anchored with Purpose Planner: building structure and faith into your days 10:00 — Melissa’s personal story: health goals, gym challenges, and finding motivation 14:00 — The power of small habits and daily discipline 17:00 — Using your planner to track prayers, gratitude, and wins 22:00 — Giving yourself permission to adjust your goals 25:00 — Dreaming with God: setting new intentions for the coming year 28:00 — The final challenge: plant one small seed before December 31st
🧩 Resources Mentioned:
Anchored with Purpose Planner: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://a.co/d/5y2MODN
The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly: https://a.co/d/aiBBU8K Anchored with Purpose: anchoredwithpurpose.com
faith-based goal setting, finish the year strong, Christian motivation, end of year reflection, Catholic women podcast, faith and planning, building habits that last, Christian time management, journaling and prayer habits, momentum for the new year, intentional living, Anchored with Purpose podcast

Sep 30, 2025
Sep 30, 2025
26 min
In this faith-filled conversation, Melissa sits down with Dr. Tennille Woodward—educator-turned-speaker, leadership coach, and national conference presenter—to talk about women in leadership, emotional intelligence, and what it really takes to live and lead in alignment. Tenille shares how she moved from corporate finance to the classroom to the principal’s office, and now to the keynote stage, helping women own their influence (Maxwell: “leadership is influence”) at work, at home, and in their faith communities. They unpack burnout, how to notice the early rumble strips (shoutout to From Drift to Drive), why “taking up space” matters, and practical ways to give and receive feedback with grace. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I really a leader?”—this episode says yes and shows you how to step forward with purpose.
Connect with Dr. Tennille Woodward:Website: growleadempower.com (coaching, speaking, workshops)
What you’ll learn:
Why every woman is a leader (influence at home, work, church)
The difference between performance and purpose—and a tiny shift you can make this week
How to spot burnout before it breaks you (the “rumble strips” metaphor)
Emotional intelligence as the key to stewarding influence (and how to grow it)
A simple way to practice healthy feedback (beyond “good job”)
What alignment looks like when your vision, values, and actions move in the same direction
Why it’s okay to “take up space”—and how to build the courage to do it
Chapters
0:00 — God-orchestrated meeting: Maxwell Conference + a wild connection story
2:45 — Tenille’s path: corporate finance → education → principal → leadership speaker
5:30 — “Leadership is influence”: why women already lead (even if they don’t claim it)
8:15 — Movie-themed archetypes: Scene Stealer, Plot Twister, Silent Extra
11:30 — Avoiding pendulum swings & finding alignment
15:00 — Emotional intelligence at home, work, and church
17:30 — Feedback that forms people (not just “good job”)
20:10 — Moms, boundaries, and the courage to say “no, thank you”
23:10 — From performance to purpose: one small shift this week
24:20 — Where to find Tenille + connect for coaching
Resources & mentions:
Chris Robinson, From Drift to Drive (burnout & “rumble strips”) - https://a.co/d/5pzcvnK
Melissa’s Free Planner: Weekly “Prayer Requests” box (top right) + “Weekly Wins” box (bottom right) to build faith, focus, and momentum: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/befd76a8d2
Keywords: women in leadership, Christian women leadership, faith-based leadership, emotional intelligence for women, burnout recovery, boundaries for moms, leadership alignment, John Maxwell leadership, purpose-driven living, feedback culture, motherhood and leadership, female keynote speaker

Anchored with Purpose
The Anchored with Purpose Podcast focuses on
Faith, Family, Purpose, & Dreaming Big.
How do I fill the emptiness I feel in my life? What is missing from my life? The stresses of this world are causing me anxiety, how can I cope? I’m a mom, but I feel so drained and have lost a piece of me, how do I find me again? How do I dream again? How do I even achieve those dreams?
And the biggest question of all, is it worth pursuing my purpose and dreams? Whether you’re a dreamer, a mom, connected in your faith or feeling a little (or a lot) lost, this is the show for you.
The Anchored with Purpose Podcast is a live-workshop style podcast packed with actionable step-by-step tips to help you redefine what you want in your life in the areas of faith, family, purpose, & pursuing your dreams.
You can train with the experts on how to dig in, reconnect with your faith & purpose, and tackle your biggest goals along the way.
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