57 | Feeling Defeated Before Setting Goals? Christian Authors, Fix This First!

It's that time of the year when you're gearing up to set new goals… but instead of feeling excited, you feel defeated.If you’re ending 2025 feeling worn out from all the effort you poured in—and still wondering why the results didn’t match the work—this episode is going to meet you right where you are.Today, I’m sharing a moment from my own author journey when discouragement hit before I even started planning for the new year. And more importantly, the unexpected shift God brought that completely changed how I now approach my goals, my work, and my author business.Inside this episode, you’ll hear:🖋️ A deeper look at the real source of that “What’s the point?” feeling🖋️ The one thing Christian authors often skip when they rush into goal-setting🖋️ Why your effort may not be showing visible fruit yet—and what that actually means🖋️ A fresh, faith-filled shift that can change how you step into 2026This isn’t a pep talk or productivity lecture. It’s a heart reset—one that brings clarity, peace, and grounded direction for the year ahead.You’ll also hear about two resources designed to help you move forward with intention:🤔 The “What’s Keeping You Stuck?” QuizA quick, eye-opening diagnostic to help you pinpoint what’s blocking your breakthrough.❤️‍🔥 The Revive to Thrive Way™My brand-new transformational program for Christian authors, opening January 2026.Join the waitlist for early-bird pricing and first access.If you’re hesitant to set new goals because the weight of this past year still lingers, take a breath and press play. This episode will help you walk into the new year lighter, steadier, and with renewed direction.👉 Listen now to uncover the secret to becoming an anointed scribe!Send me a message!Support the show_____________________________________🙋‍♀️ Wondering why your books aren’t selling?Start here: grab my free Why Aren’t My Books Selling? checklist and uncover what might be keeping readers from buying — so you can stop wasting time on random strategies and finally know where to focus first.       👉 Get the FREE checklist✝️ Ready to go deeper?Tired of second-guessing business decisions, chasing strategies that don’t fit, and building from pressure? The Revive to Thrive Way™ is a Spirit-led, self-paced program that helps Christian authors rebuild the foundation beneath their brand, books, marketing, and next steps—so they can stop chasing the wrong tactics and build their author business with clarity.       👉 Join The Revive to Thrive Way™_____________________________________💌  Friday Manna Newsletter™️  for more tools & tips!🤩 Rate & Review this PodcastYour support in sharing this show and leaving a review is greatly appreciated.