Detoured

Grace Thomas chats with author and literary agent Jen Babakhan to talk about navigating life’s unexpected detours with grace and faith. Jen shares the story behind her book—Detoured, leaving her professional career to become a stay-at-home mom. Together, they explore the tension between ambition and surrender, the identity shifts that come with motherhood, and how God meets us in seasons of uncertainty. Jen opens up about letting go of career-driven worth, reentering the workforce with peace.Whether you're a new mom, working professional, or in a season of transition, this episode offers truth, laughter, and encouragement. 🔖 Topics Covered:Staying home vs. working outside the homeIdentity and worth beyond titlesTrusting God's timing for open doors📚 Learn more about Jen at https://jenbabakhan.com or follow her on IG https://www.instagram.com/jenbabakhan/ Get full access to Gracenotes at biyaya1.substack.com/subscribe