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EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 44 MIN

245 | Navigating Uncertainty and Pivoting Executive Career with Faith, with Kim Patten

from Thriving in Christ | Professional Women, High Level Habits, Resilience, Burnout, Stress, Grief · host Dr. Ioana Popa | Psychiatrist Educator, Executive Coach, Speaker & Spiritual Care Formation

As Christian professional women, we work really hard to build our careers. Then, after some time, something tells us to switch careers or pivot in our direction of life. This could be to stay at home with the kids, to care for a loved one, or a completely different opportunity. This is not easy and can not only bring about confusion, but struggle and pain too. This week, I interviewed Kim Patten, known as the "pivot mom", who wrestled with career-related questions about herself, realizing that shift and change were possible through her faith in God. Kim reflects on a courageous career pause to become a stay-at-home mother after working for a S&P 500 company. Her story - and her book Pivot - encourages women to prioritize faith, listen for God’s guidance, and embrace regenerative rhythms that support both leadership and wholehearted living. In the Renewal Conversation, you will hear about: ☀️ How prayer played a role in Kim's career change and throughout her life. ☀️ Her decision to trust in God despite having deep fears.☀️ More about her book and how to make a smooth transition from one opportunity to the next. ☀️ The importance of building a relationship with God and how it impacts your daily life and rhythm. ☀️ Ideas and strategies that help her stay grounded and focused on God. Kim's favorite Bible verse is this: "Fear not, for I am with you. Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." ~ Isaiah 41:10 Click below to be encouraged about times of change and how faith in God can lead us to bright, beautiful and unexpected things. Click PLAY to listen to this episode ▶️👉 https://youtu.be/GM5L8xc0gFY ______________________ Want to know more about the guest?🔗 https://thepivotmom.com/______________________ 🌟 And if this episode and channel blesses you, leave us a FIVE-STAR Review and DOWNLOAD the episodes you love. NEXT STEPS:- You carry so much for others but who supports you? Join Wake Up To Your Soul (WTS) and begin each day with clarity, peace, and Spirit-led presence. Click below to start with just 10 minutes a day.➡️ https://www.teamforthesoul.com/wakeuptoyoursoul-begin - Find out more about our programs here ➡️ https://www.teamforthesoul.com/ - Join 'Thriving In Christ' newsletter to stay up to date with resources right in your inbox, for Christian Women Professionals & Servant Leaders. ➡️https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up   DISCLAIMERS:The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Team For The Soul® All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.

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