Becoming Fully You with Lou | For bighearted women of faith ready to live with purpose and peace

I sit down with Wendy Mann to talk about faith, disappointment, calling, and learning to follow Jesus when life hasn't unfolded as expected.After spending many years in Bedford, Wendy recently made the surprising move to Northern Ireland, stepping into a new season of trusting God's leading, learning that He is a good shepherdWe discuss:• Why followers of Jesus are "hardwired to expect more"• Processing disappointment without losing hope• Learning to recognise the voice of the Holy Spirit• Creating space for God's presence in everyday life• Why you don't need the whole plan, just the next faithful step• How community helps us become more fully ourselvesIf you've ever felt there must be more to your faith, wrestled with disappointment, or wondered whether it's too late to step into what God has placed on your heart, this conversation is for you.Connect with WendyWendy Mann EquipNaturally Supernatural by Wendy MannHosting the Presence of God by Wendy MannConnect with LouHe is, I Am Devotional by Fully LouInstagramFill Up My Cup mailing list

Many of the women that I work with find themselves concerned about the topic of calling. They don't want to look selfish or be following after their own heart. The thing is, we've confused this and made it more complicated than it is. Here is a small snippet of thinkng around one of the most popular concerns - is it even biblical?

Have you ever felt caught between wanting to become all God created you to be… and feeling afraid of being “too much”?In this episode, I sit down with Jojo Kearney (@thrivewithjojo) in a raw, unedited conversation exploring courage, authenticity, identity, self-expression, and what it means to stop shrinking yourself to fit other people’s expectations.Together we unpack:• the pressure many women feel to stay small, pleasing, or “acceptable”• why courage is something we step into, not something we wait for• how faith, nervous systems, identity, and confidence all intertwine• the freedom of letting go of old labels and outdated versions of yourself• and why the parts of you you’ve been told are “too much” may actually point towards purposeWe also dive into something I call “Holy Girl Complex” and the subtle ways Christian women can carry shame, fear of disappointing God, and pressure to perform perfection instead of living from freedom, wisdom, and relationship.Although Jojo does not share my faith background, this conversation beautifully models what it looks like to pursue truth, wholeheartedness, courage, and becoming from different perspectives with deep respect and honesty.If you’ve been longing to live more fully, show up more boldly, and stop apologising for the way God created you… this episode will meet you there.

This is for you if: You've got dreams and promises that feel inconvenient to step into right now. The timing doesn't make sense. It feels too chaotic, too flooded. But what if this is your "step in" moment?I'm stepping into the book of Joshua with you today, with notes from a recent preach and stories from my current realityWe're at the Jordan River. It's flooded. Completely uncrossable. God's people could wait a few weeks for it to calm down, which would make sense, right? But God says: "Arise. Step in."If you are prone to waiting until it makes sense, until it feels ready. I hear you, that was me tooBut what if obedience in action reveals the miracle? What if our souls find rest when our soles start moving?The river HAD to be crossed when it was flooded because it established identity, told a story, and grew faith for what was to come. Your inconvenient moment might be the exact setup for God to show up.If you're ready to arise and step into what God has for you, I'd love to support you through May Moves or an Arise Day in coaching, let's talk about your next right step.The water's high, but it's time to move.fullylou.co.ukIG: fullyloucoachingMusic used royalty-free

Who do we become when life throws a plot twist?Not the big, dramatic ones. The small, inconvenient, ordinary disruptions that quietly reveal what’s really going on in us.In this episode, I’m sharing what last week looked like for me and how, rather than spiralling, I went back to what God had already been speaking, and how the week became less about what I could produce and more about who I was becoming.We’ll explore:Why becoming Fully You isn’t a straight lineThe tension between control and surrenderThe posture of Mary and why it was more countercultural than we often realiseHow to stay grounded, present, and full of love when your plans fall apartBecause maybe your formation isn’t happening in your perfectly planned week… Maybe it’s happening in the one you didn’t see coming.And maybe becoming Fully You isn’t about holding everything together, but returning to the One who holds the whole story anyway.Links & Resources:🌿 ARISE Days (come walk this out with me):arise.fullylou.co.uk🏃‍♀️ May Movers: join up here 🧠 Work from Dr Karin Nordin🎶 Joy by Raye🛍️ My sister’s Etsy shop: (go show her some love) etsy.com/shop/faithandgloryuk

What if the resistance you’re feeling isn’t a spiritual attack… but a sign your brain is doing exactly what God designed it to do?In this episode of Becoming Fully You, Lou unpacks the tension so many Christians feel when they step into something new. That moment when faith says “go”… but everything in you says “stay safe.”Blending neuroscience and faith, this episode explores how your brain is wired for survival, why fear shows up the moment you move toward growth, and how that doesn’t mean you’re off track. It might mean you’re right where God wants you.Through the story of Moses, the Red Sea, and a very real couch-to-5K moment, this episode will help you:Understand the pushback that shows up when you follow JesusDiscern the difference between spiritual resistance and natural brain responseRe-anchor your sense of safety in God, not the familiarTake courageous, practical steps forward… even when it feels uncomfortableIf you’ve ever wondered why becoming the person God is calling you to be feels so hard… this episode will help you keep moving anyway.This is for the Christian who knows there’s more and is ready to step into a life full of meaning, purpose and impact. Show NotesIntentional: Membership for Christian women ready to step into their calling with intentional steps,pulling their God given dreams into reality. Included in membership: 2 events, Journal Club, Heart Season, Secret Summer & option to upgradeHe is, I Am Devotional Journal: rewire your brain as you grow your faith. YouVersion Bible Plan mentioned in podcast

If your life seems full of serving others, meeting expectations, and wondering if the ideas stirring in your heart are from God or just selfish ambition, then this one is for you!Maybe you've been shrunk back by life plans, disappointment, or the fear that stepping into anything for yourself might be sinful. In this season opener, Lou shares her own unplanned season: facing redundancy and being thrust into building her coaching business without the safety net or timeline she would have chosen. She invites you to consider: What if God's ways really are higher than yours? What if the calling you've been questioning, the dream you've been journaling about, the version of you that feels like a stretch,what if that's not selfish at all, but an invitation into obedient worship? This isn't about a makeover or main character energy. It's about courageously becoming more of who God created you to be.Join Heart Szn here: heart.fullylou.co.ukInstagram: @fullyloucoaching

In this special live, family-style message, Lou invites both children and adults to rediscover what it really means to eagerly desire the gifts of the Spirit.Starting with the Parable of the Talents, we explore how God gives each of us natural gifts to invest and grow, not for our glory, but for Kingdom purpose. But it doesn’t stop there. God doesn’t just give us skills; He equips us with spiritual gifts that, when combined with our natural talents, allow us to serve powerfully and love deeply.Drawing from 1 Corinthians, Lou shares how the early church at Corinth had turned spiritual gifts into a competition, a bit of “Corinth’s Got Talent” and how Paul reminded them that the goal is not performance, but love. A mature and healthy church is one that is both loving and supernaturally Spirit-filled.Together, we reflect on what might be holding us back from eagerly desiring the gifts of the Spirit and discover practical ways to begin saying yes to all God has for us.This message will stir both heart and imagination for children, adults, and anyone longing to see the Holy Spirit move more freely in their lives and churches.

Feeling the pushback when you step out in faith? In this episode, Lou unpacks the 4 challenges David faced before Goliath and how he overcame them by remembering who God is. If your confidence’s been shaken or you’re tired of trying to fit into someone else’s armour, this one will help you trust God’s voice and walk boldly in who He’s called you to be.In this episode, we revisit the story of David and Goliath not just the victory, but the four pushbacks David faced before he ever picked up that stone:💥 the attack on his character💥 being told he wasn’t enough💥 the weight of Saul’s armour💥 and Goliath’s intimidationInstead of defending himself, David came back to who God was. Out in the fields, he’d already learned to trust Yahweh, the same God who’d protected him from lions and bears would protect him now.If you’ve been feeling alone in your own battlefield, or if stepping forward in faith has left you second-guessing your worth or your way, this episode will remind you to lift your eyes, trust who He is, and move boldly in the armour He’s given you.✨ Mentioned in this episode:He Is, I Am Devotional: your daily reminder of who God is and who you are in Him. Purchase hereIntentional: 10-Month Coaching Experience (2026): for women ready to step into purpose with confidence and peace. Book your call to find out more hereFind me on Instagram

Ever had one of those moments where something small tips you over the edge?For me, it was crying over a pot of spilt paint, and still I didn't get that I was done!In this episode, I share how God led me into what I now call my heart season: a time of slowing down, listening deeply, and letting Him tend to places I’d ignored for too long. What started as a simple holiday to Italy turned into a divine invitation to pause, breathe, and remember who I am when I’m not rushing to hold it all together.This isn’t just my story, though. It’s an invitation for you too. A drawing in, to recognise when your heart is asking for space, to find beauty in stillness, and to let God refill you before you pour out again.✨ In this episode, we’ll talk about:The moment God showed me, I couldn’t keep running on emptyWhy rest isn’t selfish, it’s spiritualSimple, grace-filled ways to begin slowing down💛 Ready to Begin Your Heart Season?Join me and other women who are choosing to rest, reflect, and reconnect with the God who restores. 👉 Listen to the first Heart Season download🕊 Want a gentle way to start?Download my free Sabbath Resource, a simple guide to help you pause, breathe, and experience God’s peace in your week.👉 Download the Free Sabbath ResourceIf this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who might be crying over her own “spilt paint” moment right now. You never know how your story might remind someone else to rest.With peaceLou

💛Heart Season is here! 💛Come behind the scenes and hear my last Secret Summer voice note all about Dancing in September: what we’re bringing forward into this new season, what we’re leaving in summer, and some powerful journal prompts to help you mark the shift. 🍂✨Then we step right into Heart Season: personality, purpose, passions, pace of life, and yes, the heart of God if you want to explore that too.This episode is for you if you’re ready to:✨ Reflect on your season instead of rushing into the next✨ Create space to hear your own heart again✨ Move with peace, intention, and joy (not just obligation)✨ Align with what matters most — in your life and for the people you loveExpect lightbulb moments, journal prompts to take away, and permission to slow down and reset before the autumn rush.Want the best journal to support this? Find my Pumpkin Spice & Prayer time journal hereReady to join Heart Season click here IG @fullyloucoaching

Are you skipping Sabbath without even realising it? In this episode, I get honest about my own struggle with trading true rest for “almost rest”, the kind of day where you intend to pause, but end up scrolling, tidying, and saying yes to everything except the one thing your soul truly needs.We’ll explore:✨ Why Sabbath is more than a day off, it’s a powerful spiritual discipline✨ Common reasons we skip it (but no guilt here) ✨ What real rest looks like beyond Netflix and naps.✨ Practical ways to reclaim Sabbath this summer and find peace, joy, and energy again.If you’re feeling tired, stretched thin, or guilty for wanting to stop, this episode will encourage you to press pause without shame, and remind you that even Jesus withdrew often.👉 Plus, Lou shares a free resource, the DIY Selfie Retreat, to help you start making space for true soul rest.Come follow me on Instagram and tell me when you're next sabbath will be

What would shift if for 30 days, you showed up as the braver, bolder version of yourself. Thats exactly what I am doing this August and I would love you to join meIn this episode, I’m sharing the 30-day challenge I never planned but deeply needed: a mix of brave actions and courageous steps, of obedience.It’s for anyone who feels a call to a more courageous everyday life where they live life from a place of hope and expectation over fear and lack ✨ Expect honesty, hope, and a very real invitation to join me.Your adventure doesn’t have to look loud. But it does start with a yes.🎧 Listen in + download the challenge or create your own version today Sign up here Follow my story here

This month, I’m on a mission to live out Joyful July, and in today’s episode, I’m sharing five simple but powerful ways I’m choosing joy on purpose.You’ll hear how my word for the year (HEART) is helping me shape each month with intention, and why July is all about reconnecting with joy, not just spiritually, but physically, emotionally, and practically. Because while Jesus is the source of all true joy, He also invites us to enjoy the good gifts He’s placed in this world.From flavour and fresh air to rhythms that restore, I’m talking about:☕ sensory joy💤 the famous five of wellness🧭 purposeful decision-making🪩 aligned living🌿 getting outside & out of your headThis is an episode to inspire you to find ways to increase your joy this summer, so that you feel Fully You.Plus, I share a little about what’s coming next in Coffee Cup Coaching and group coaching this September!🧡 Ready to reclaim joy? Grab your coffee and press play.Want to know more, book a call with me ⁠https://zcal.co/i/HQNTo3nW⁠

In this episode, Lou explores what happens when your God-given dream feels “too small,” “too quiet,” or even... boring. Inspired by a coaching conversation with a woman who felt her desire to create a welcoming home and care for her community wasn’t as shiny or impressive as others’ dreams, we dive deep into the truth: God doesn’t measure impact by fame, platform, or performance.Expect real talk on:Why your dream might feel boring (comparison, social media, expert mindset)How God measures faithfulness and purpose differently than the world doesThe hidden power of community, hospitality, and unseen impactThe difference between worldly ambition and Kingdom visionWhy your “ordinary” might just be someone else’s miracleWhether you’re dreaming of starting a movement or just making space at your dinner table, this episode is your permission slip to dream deeply, not just big. Because the dream God gave you? It matters.👉 Reflect and journal: What dream are you afraid is “too small” to matter? Then ask: What if that’s exactly the one God is inviting you to steward?To join SECRET SUMMER or find out more, message me on IG @fullyloucoaching. We start 6th JulyMusic by Osynthw by PixabayChristian podcast for women, Christian coaching, God-given dreams, purpose-driven living, comparison trap, faith and identity, Kingdom calling, women of faith, Christian encouragement, fully yourself, hospitality ministry

Not that kind of Spice! As a 90s teen, the Spice Girls were an inspiration and awakening for me. Yet their brand of Girl Power always felt a little out of reach. In this episode, Lou explores the notion of needing to be 'consistent' and 'sorted', how variety is a human need and really is the Spice of life. You will come away equipped with ideas of how to Spice Up your Summer, peace in your need for novelty and variety and courage to be Fully YouTo have a Summer that serves you too, come join us for SECRET SUMMER (doors open 21st June 2025) Find me on IG @fullyloucoachingMusic by Osynthw from Pixabay

Episode 1: Who Is She? Identity, Faith & the Freedom to GrowIn this first episode, and as a way of introducing herself, Lou dives deep into the question at the heart of so many of our journeys: Who am I really? From the viral quote by BB7's Nikki Grahame to the magazine flowcharts of our teenage years, we’ve always longed to define ourselves, but explaining who we are often ends up leaving us sounding like a Blind Date contestant! Identity isn’t just a checklist of passions or personality types, it's a living, growing part of us.Lou explores why identity matters so much, how faith shapes our sense of self, and why it's okay that we don’t always feel “finished.” With reflections on scripture, psychology (hello, Erikson and growth mindset!), and personal life stories, this episode will help you feel seen, safe, and invited into deeper self-acceptance.You’ll walk away with a sense of hope, a fresh perspective on why identity is both sacred and shifting, and permission to live from the heart — even when you’re still figuring it out.Claim your free Identity Reflection Activation hereFor a copy of my Devotional Journal, He Is, I Am click hereFind me on IG @fullyloucoachingTheme Music from Pixabay

Becoming Fully You with Lou is the podcast for bighearted, compassion led women who give deeply and desire to live in alignment with who they are created to be. Through honest conversations about identity, purpose, and wellbeing, Lou invites you to let go of people-pleasing and perfectionism so you can lead, love, and live from a place of overflow, not obligation. If you’re ready to walk in confidence, courage, and calling, this is your time, and this is your place. Coffee optionalCome follow me on IG @fullyloucoachingMusic by Osynthw from Pixabay