The Shift w/Dr. Tasari Litherland

Send us Fan MailWhen you’re tired of “being strong” and you’re tempted to rush out of the season you’re in, the real question is deeper: are you enduring with your eyes on Jesus, or just trying to survive until something changes? We sit down with Dr. Tasari Litherland to talk about Christian endurance, spiritual warfare, and the lived reality of carrying a cross while still showing up for family, work, and ministry. Along the way, we anchor the conversation in Scripture like Romans 8:28 and Hebrews 12, because endurance is not just grit. It is faith with direction. We also unpack what we call “the shift,” the spiritual transformation that follows endurance. The shift does not always mean your circumstances change overnight, but it does mean you start seeing differently: renewed thinking, clearer identity, deeper maturity, and the courage to stop comparing your race to someone else’s. We talk about what it looks like to discern healthy versus unhealthy relationships, recognize conviction as growth, practice vulnerability, and forgive when you’ve been wronged, all signs that God is doing real work beneath the surface. Finally, we get practical about anxiety, fear, and self-care. Sometimes the battle is spiritual, sometimes it is compounded by neglected health and nonstop stress, and often it is both. We share encouragement for staying connected to community, guarding what you tell yourself, and continuing the race even when your pace slows. If you’re a woman of faith navigating hardship, spiritual growth, and a difficult season, this conversation will help you name where you are and take your next faithful step. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs strength today, and leave a review so more women can find this message.Biography: Tasari - Philanthropist, Author, Higher Education Professional, and MentorDriven by purpose and deeply grounded in her faith, Tasari is a truly self-motivated individual who lives by the principle of striving to do what is right, even when it’s difficult. This commitment to integrity forms the foundation of her professional and personal life, guiding her in both the academic sphere and within her community.She holds herself to high standards and expects the same of others, often leading with conviction and a gentle yet firm challenge to those around her to rise to their best. As a thoughtful and deliberate decision-maker, Tasari is deeply passionate about valuing humanity, making it a point to treat all individuals with fairness, dignity, and respect, a passion that resonates with core spiritual principles.Beyond her professional role as a Higher Education Professional, where she influences environments that foster growth and equity, Tasari is a dedicated Philanthropist, Author, and Mentor. She is ceaselessly committed to her own personal growth and development, but this commitment is equally matched by her dedication to being a positive change agent for future generations. With a mission-driven mindset, her aim is not just to succeed personally but to actively uplift and inspire others along the way, ensuring her impact is a testament to the power of a life lived in service.Support the showColette’s BioColette Christopher (Lawrence) is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives throughmotivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.Your Call to ActionRate and Review the show here : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positioned-for-purpose-conversations-with-colette-marie/id1753166932Email: [email protected] your book HEREAbout Me: LEARN MORE HERE