counting blueberries, Africa time, and learning to surrender | Ella Hofford

This week's conversation with Ella Hofford is one I know so many of you are going to resonate with. We talk about perfectionism, fitness, food, social media, faith, and what it really looks like to surrender every area of your life to Jesus.Ella shares her story of growing up in ballet, finding her identity in performance, and how what looked like "discipline" slowly became a need for control. She opens up about counting blueberries, chasing perfection, navigating heartbreak, building a platform online, and how a trip to Africa completely shifted her perspective on what truly matters.If you've ever struggled with body image, perfectionism, the pressure to perform, or simply trying to hold everything together, I pray this conversation reminds you that freedom isn't found in having more control, it's found in trusting Jesus.I'd love to hear what part of this conversation impacted you the most. Leave a comment below, I read every single one.Join The Abundant Co. email list for weekly encouragement, resources, and first access to everything we're creating!Come with us to Costa Rica in March 2027! Join the group chat to learn more: Shop my books and resources:https://theabundantco.net