Ep 13: Saying 'Yes' to Change: Kristen Welch's Journey from Blogger to Global Nonprofit Leader

In this episode, Tim sits down with Kristen Welch, acclaimed storyteller and founder of Mercy House Global. Kristen shares her unorthodox career path that began with a passion for writing and led to the founding of a nonprofit organization. She discusses her early influences, the impact of blogging, and the pivotal moments that redirected her life's mission. Kristen reflects on the importance of gratitude, rest, and the small 'yeses' that have shaped her journey. Dive deep into Kristen's transformative experiences, including a life-changing trip to Kenya and the founding of Mercy House Global, which empowers women and fights poverty through sustainable practices. 0:00 Introduction and Welcoming Kristen 0:30 Kristen's Unorthodox Career Path 2:18 Discovering the Power of Blogging 4:30 Life-Changing Trip to Kenya 12:20 Founding Mercy House Global 17:48 The Importance of Gratitude 24:46 Practicing Rest and Balance 32:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Books mentioned: Kristen Welch Books: https://wearethatfamily.com/books/ Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Ruth Haley Barton: https://www.ruthhaleybarton.com/books Connect with Kristen Welch & Mercy House Global // Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristengwelch/  // LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-welch-0b215a5/  // Mercy House Global Website: https://mercyhouseglobal.org/ Connect With Tim Meisenheimer ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/tim.meisy ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/meisy Our mission at Wealth Beyond Riches is for you to reclaim your relationship with work and money. This is not another personal finance show about how to hack your way to riches. We cover the deeper dimensions of finance. These guests have thought long and hard about their relationship with work and money, so they can leverage their purpose and calling to have a greater impact on the world. The goal is that you hear something that moves your life 1% closer to your true purpose.