03 When Your Word of the Year Feels Irrelevant

SHOW NOTESWord of the Year: LifeDoes your word of the year feel too vague, overwhelming, or completely irrelevant to your life right now? Have you ever forgotten your word months into the year?You're not alone. Many writers, ministry leaders, and entrepreneurs struggle with choosing a word of the year that actually makes sense—and wonder if there's a point to their chosen word or if they've somehow missed God's direction when their word doesn't align with their current reality.In this honest and hope-filled episode, host Emily Grabatin welcomes Ginette Armoogan—ordained minister, certified life coach, and author of the devotional "Hope Unhindered"—for an intimate conversation about trusting God's mysterious timing. Ginette shares how her word "life" felt so confusing she completely forgot about it—until a cancer diagnosis six months later revealed God's profound preparation for her darkest season.In this episode, we cover:- Why the word that makes no sense in January might save your life in July- What to do when you've completely forgotten your word of the year (and why that's okay)- How to recognize God's preparation when your circumstances feel chaotic and out of control- Why leading from your pain isn't imposter syndrome—it's authentic authority being refined- The practice of pausing to process what God has been weaving through your storyThrough tears, vulnerability, and profound wisdom, this conversation offers encouragement for anyone who has ever doubted whether they heard from God correctly. Emily and Ginette's warm, authentic dialogue creates a safe space to explore spiritual confusion while providing practical hope for trusting God's perfect timing, even when His leading feels impossible to understand.ABOUT THE GUEST:Ginette Armoogan is passionate about people finding and living in freedom. She is an ordained minister, certified life coach, social justice advocate, author, and lover of all things beautiful.Website: lifeunhindered.caDevotional: Hope Unhindered: 40 Days of Encouragement for the WearyCONNECT WITH EMILY:Website: emilygrabatin.caThe Heart's Calling SubstackWelcoming Slow Growth communityThis is a space for the sacred, the soulful, and the slow. Welcome to the journey. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theheartscalling.substack.com