Launch Your Rocket with Jen Smith

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Launch Your Rocket with Jen Smith

Want to live with more purpose, peace, and fire for life? 🚀You’re in the right place.This podcast is for people who are hungry for more—More meaning. More direction. More truth.But don’t feel like they fit in the typical faith or self-help worlds.

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    Don’t Quit in the Middle: The Story of Joseph

    I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket — it’s where everything lives. Link in bio. If you’re in a season where nothing makes sense… where doors keep closing… where you’re doing the right thing and it still isn’t working… this episode is for you. Most people don’t quit at the beginning. They quit in the middle. The part where the dream feels far away, the process is messy, and the waiting starts to feel like silence. In this episode we walk through the story of Joseph — not the Broadway version, but the real one. The pit, the betrayal, the prison, and the years of waiting before the promise ever came to life. Because Joseph didn’t go from dream to destiny. He went from dream… to betrayal… to pit… to slavery… to false accusation… to prison… to forgotten… to remembered… to positioned. The waiting wasn’t punishment. It was preparation. If you feel like you’re doing the right thing and life is still pushing back, this conversation will help you understand why the middle matters more than we think — and why you should never quit there.   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives — the podcast, conversations, courses, community, and resources. Join the free Launch Your Rocket community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    Why Clarity Comes After You Move

    I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket — it’s where everything lives. Link in bio. One of the biggest mistakes people make in life is waiting for clarity before they move. We think the next step should feel obvious first. That we’ll somehow receive the full picture before we act. But life rarely works that way. In this episode we explore why clarity often comes after movement, not before. Faith has never been about having all the answers. It’s about taking the next step with the map you’ve been given. Sometimes the reason we feel stuck isn’t because God is silent — it’s because we’re standing still. In this episode • Why people wait for clarity before acting • The difference between waiting and avoiding • Why faith was never meant to be passive • The “boat and helicopter” story • Why action often reveals the next step • How movement creates clarity • The danger of staying stuck in analysis • Why alignment matters more than certainty   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives — the podcast, conversations, courses, community, and resources. Join the free Launch Your Rocket community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    Why Happiness Still Feels Empty (The Beatitudes Explained)

    I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket — it’s where everything lives. Link in bio. We live in a world obsessed with happiness. Books, podcasts, morning routines, supplements — everyone is searching for peace, purpose, and joy. And yet people still feel tired, stuck, and unsettled. What if the problem isn’t that we’re broken… but that we’ve been following the wrong map? In this episode we walk through one of the most famous passages in the Bible — the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 — and explore why they may actually be the clearest blueprint for the kind of life the world is trying to build. The Beatitudes aren’t vague spiritual sayings. They’re instructions. A map for living in a way that produces a steady heart, real peace, and a life that actually works. If you’ve ever wondered why happiness still feels just out of reach, this conversation may change the way you see it. In this episode: • Why modern happiness advice often leaves people exhausted • The “lost in the woods” analogy for life • Why the Beatitudes function like a map • What “hunger and thirst for righteousness” really means • Why mercy frees the person who gives it • What peacemakers actually do in everyday life • The surprising meaning of “pure in heart” • Why truth often creates resistance • How Matthew 5 reveals a different path to joy and peace   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives — the podcast, conversations, courses, community, and resources. Join the free Launch Your Rocket community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com      

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    The Real Easter Story (And Why It Changes Everything) (Easter Series Part 4)

    This episode is the third part of a four-part Easter series. This week on Launch Your Rocket we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our normal podcast rhythm, we’re walking through a four-part Easter series exploring the story behind Jesus and the Bible in a way that actually makes sense. No church jargon. No theology lecture. Just real conversation about the questions people have been asking for thousands of years. In the first episode we asked a big question: Why Jesus? Why would anyone follow him, and why has the entire world been talking about him for over two thousand years? In the second episode we explored something just as interesting: If Jesus offers love, peace, purpose, and forgiveness… why do so many people push him away? And now we come to the idea that the entire Easter story hinges on. Sin. For many people, that word alone is confusing. Most people hear the word “sin” and think of extreme things — crime, betrayal, cheating, lying — and assume the story doesn’t really apply to them. But the Bible actually describes sin in a much deeper way. It’s the everyday things that quietly weigh us down. Anger. Fear. Jealousy. Comparison. Anxiety. Pride. Bitterness. These are the very things the self-help world spends billions of dollars trying to help us manage. But Jesus offers something very different. Instead of teaching us how to manage those things, he offers to take them from us. In this episode we talk about what sin actually means in the Bible and why understanding it changes the way we see the Easter story. Because when you begin to see yourself in the story, you start to understand why Jesus came in the first place. The Easter story isn’t just about forgiveness for the worst mistakes people make. It’s about freedom from the things that quietly weigh down the human heart every single day. If this sparks curiosity and you want to explore more, you can join the free Launch Your Rocket community where the podcast, resources, and courses live. Join the community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/17k4bj1Krz08zk635VGCb1 Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch-your-rocket-with-jen-smith/id1816954809   Jesus Easter Easter story Christian faith Bible explained faith and purpose purpose driven life spiritual growth relationship with God life purpose

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    What Does “Sin” Actually Mean? (Easter Series Part 3)

    This episode is the third part of a four-part Easter series. This week on Launch Your Rocket we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our normal podcast rhythm, we’re walking through a four-part Easter series exploring the story behind Jesus and the Bible in a way that actually makes sense. No church jargon. No theology lecture. Just real conversation about the questions people have been asking for thousands of years. In the first episode we asked a big question: Why Jesus? Why would anyone follow him, and why has the entire world been talking about him for over two thousand years? In the second episode we explored something just as interesting: If Jesus offers love, peace, purpose, and forgiveness… why do so many people push him away? And now we come to the idea that the entire Easter story hinges on. Sin. For many people, that word alone is confusing. Most people hear the word “sin” and think of extreme things — crime, betrayal, cheating, lying — and assume the story doesn’t really apply to them. But the Bible actually describes sin in a much deeper way. It’s the everyday things that quietly weigh us down. Anger. Fear. Jealousy. Comparison. Anxiety. Pride. Bitterness. These are the very things the self-help world spends billions of dollars trying to help us manage. But Jesus offers something very different. Instead of teaching us how to manage those things, he offers to take them from us. In this episode we talk about what sin actually means in the Bible and why understanding it changes the way we see the Easter story. Because when you begin to see yourself in the story, you start to understand why Jesus came in the first place. The Easter story isn’t just about forgiveness for the worst mistakes people make. It’s about freedom from the things that quietly weigh down the human heart every single day. If this sparks curiosity and you want to explore more, you can join the free Launch Your Rocket community where the podcast, resources, and courses live.   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives - the podcast, conversations, courses, community and resources. Join the community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/17k4bj1Krz08zk635VGCb1 Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch-your-rocket-with-jen-smith/id1816954809   Jesus Easter Easter story Christian faith Bible explained faith and purpose purpose driven life spiritual growth relationship with God life purpose

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    Why Do People Push Jesus Away? (Easter Series Part 2)

    This episode is part of a four-part Easter series. This week on Launch Your Rocket we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our normal podcast rhythm, we’re walking through a four-part Easter series exploring the story behind Jesus and the Bible in a way that actually makes sense. No church jargon. No theology lecture. Just real conversation about the questions people have been asking for thousands of years. Earlier this week we asked a simple question: Why Jesus? Why has the entire world — for thousands of years — fallen to its knees for one man? And we discovered something interesting. Jesus offers the very things every human heart is searching for: Love. Peace. Joy. Purpose. Hope. Abundance. But if Jesus offers all of that… Why do so many people push him away? In this episode we explore one of the most fascinating tensions in human nature. The world loves the results of Jesus’ teachings. We love ideas like forgiveness, kindness, humility, service, peace, and purpose. But the moment someone points to where those ideas actually come from — Jesus and the Bible — many people start backing away. Why? Sometimes it’s because truth exposes things inside of us we would rather keep hidden. Sometimes it’s because life has hurt us and we struggle to trust God when pain enters the story. And sometimes it’s simply because comfort is easier than change. But what if the very thing we resist is the very thing that could set us free? In this conversation we explore why people push Jesus away — and why trying his way might lead to the life so many people are actually searching for. If this sparks curiosity and you want to explore more, you can join the free Launch Your Rocket community where the podcast, resources, and courses live.   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives — the podcast, conversations, courses, community, and resources. Join the community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/17k4bj1Krz08zk635VGCb1 Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch-your-rocket-with-jen-smith/id1816954809   Jesus Easter Easter story Christian faith Bible explained faith and purpose purpose driven life spiritual growth relationship with God life purpose

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    Why Billions Follow One Man (Easter Series Part 1)

    This episode is part of a four-part Easter series. This week on Launch Your Rocket we’re doing something a little different. Instead of the normal podcast rhythm, we’re walking through a four-part Easter series exploring the story behind Jesus and the Bible in a way that actually makes sense. No church jargon. No theology lecture. Just real talk about the questions people have been asking for thousands of years. Why Jesus? Why has the entire world — for over two thousand years — fallen to its knees for one man? Empires have risen and fallen. Kings have come and gone. Philosophers have filled libraries with ideas. But one man split history in half. In this first episode of the Easter series, we explore why billions of people have put their hope in Jesus — and why the message he offers is so different from what the world usually tells us about happiness, success, and purpose. Because if you really stop and think about it… Every human heart is searching for the same few things: A fresh start. Peace. Love. Purpose. And the story of Jesus claims to offer all four. In this conversation we explore what that actually means — and why the Easter story has changed so many lives across history. If this sparks curiosity and you want to explore more, you can join the free Launch Your Rocket community where the podcast, resources, and courses live.   If this sparked some curiosity and you want to explore more, I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket where everything lives — the podcast, conversations, courses, community, and resources. Join the community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/17k4bj1Krz08zk635VGCb1 Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch-your-rocket-with-jen-smith/id1816954809     Jesus Easter Easter story Christian faith Bible explained faith and purpose purpose driven life spiritual growth relationship with God life purpose  

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    Why Having More Makes Life Feel Heavier (Minimalism)

    I host a free community called Launch Your Rocket — it’s where everything lives. Link in bio. Everyone says they want a simpler life — less stress, more peace, more room to breathe. That’s why minimalism has become such a powerful idea today. But what many people discover is that minimalism isn’t really about owning less — it’s about removing the things that quietly make life feel heavier. Closets fill up. Houses get bigger. The things we thought would improve our lives slowly start crowding the moments that actually matter. In this episode we explore why having more possessions often creates more pressure, more maintenance, and more distraction. Through simple everyday examples — overflowing closets, downsizing homes, family life in smaller spaces, and even a tomato — we look at why simplifying life often makes it richer. Sometimes the things we think will improve our life are actually replacing it. In this episode: • Why having more possessions can quietly make life feel heavier • The surprising freedom that comes from simplifying life • The closet example that explains why “more” rarely satisfies • The tomato analogy that reveals how gratitude works • How smaller spaces can deepen family connection • The difference between possessions and legacy • Why simplifying life often multiplies joy • What minimalism really means Join the free Launch Your Rocket community https://www.skool.com/launch-your-rocket-2879/about Launch Your Rocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    Whoever Has Your Ear Is Shaping Your Life

    Whoever has your ear quietly ends up shaping your heart — and eventually your life. This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, reactive, or exhausted and can’t quite figure out why. Not because life is too hard, but because the noise you’re allowing in is shaping you more than you realize. In this conversation, we talk about how your inputs form your inner world, why your nervous system responds to what you consume, and how small, intentional shifts can completely change the way life feels — without blowing up your life or disappearing off the grid. In this episode, we talk about: • Why most people aren’t tired from life, but from noise • How words and inputs quietly shape your nervous system • Why what you tune into is what you turn into • The difference between clarity and chaos • How to audit your inputs without shame • Why noise doesn’t cancel noise — only clarity does • How small swaps create a steadier, lighter life If this conversation resonates and you’re ready to take a next step, Launch Your Rocket is open to you. It’s a free community and framework to help you slow down, measuring what matters, and build life from alignment. https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    Truth Made Them Angry

    Truth doesn’t change just because feelings do — and it doesn’t switch sides because culture or politics do. In this episode, we talk about why truth has always been uncomfortable for those in power, why people who actually know truth don’t need the world’s validation, and why so much of what we think is political is actually something deeper. This conversation looks at what truth really is, why rewriting it creates chaos, and how history keeps repeating itself when people reject what doesn’t feel comfortable. In this episode, we talk about: • What truth actually is — and what it isn’t • Why leaders fear people who know truth • The difference between feelings, opinion, and truth • Why truth tellers often become villains • How history explains what we’re seeing today • Why this conversation isn’t political — it’s foundational If this conversation stirred something in you and you want to explore truth without pressure or performance, Launch Your Rocket is open to you. It’s a free community and framework to help you slow down, get clear, and build life from alignment. https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    You Change the Room When You Walk In

    Have you ever noticed how some people can change a room just by walking into it? Not because they’re loud or impressive — but because something about them feels steady, grounded, and light. In this episode, we talk about why that isn’t personality or luck, but something deeper. How the inner state you live from affects your nervous system, your relationships, and the way life responds to you. This conversation breaks down why low reactivity comes easy, why peace takes intention, and how qualities like love, service, forgiveness, and humility quietly change rooms, open doors, and attract a different kind of life. In this episode, we talk about: • Why some people feel calming just to be around • How your inner state affects every room you enter • Why reactivity is the default — and peace is chosen • How love, generosity, and forgiveness raise your “frequency” • Why knowing this isn’t enough — living it is the shift • What it means to live from a different blueprint If this conversation resonates and you’re ready to take a next step, Launch Your Rocket is open to you. It’s a free community and framework to help you slow down, get clear, and build life from alignment. https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    Manifestation: Why It Actually Works

    Manifestation works — but not in the way most people think. This episode is for anyone who’s tried vision boards, affirmations, or “positive thinking” and still feels stuck, frustrated, or quietly disappointed with their life. In this conversation, we break down why manifestation actually works, why it’s often misunderstood, and why alignment — not forcing, grinding, or magical thinking — is what creates real movement, peace, and fulfillment. In this episode, we talk about: • Why manifesting isn’t magic or wishful thinking • The difference between chasing a dream and aligning with it • Why you don’t attract what you want — you attract what you are • How identity, habits, and focus quietly shape your life • Why dreaming matters and why so many people stop • The role movement and positioning play in opportunity • How alignment creates flow without burnout If this conversation resonates and you’re ready to take a next step, Launch Your Rocket is open to you. It’s a free community and framework to help you shift off the world’s blueprint and build life from alignment. https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    If Self-Help Worked, Wouldn’t We Feel Better by Now?

    If self-help was actually working, wouldn’t we feel better by now? This episode is for anyone who has the tools, the discipline, and the information — and still feels anxious, overwhelmed, reactive, or exhausted. In this conversation, we get honest about why modern self-help keeps people managing symptoms instead of finding real peace. We unpack how the same system that created comparison, pressure, and burnout is now trying to fix it — and why that never fully works. In this episode, we talk about: • Why more tools haven’t made us feel better • How self-help trains people to manage instead of heal • Why anxiety and exhaustion are signals, not failures • The nervous system cost of comparison and constant optimization • Why trends like “Let Them” feel good but fall short • What a different blueprint for life actually looks like • How peace comes from alignment, not performance If this conversation resonates and you’re ready to take a next step, Launch Your Rocket is open to you. It’s a free community and framework to help you shift off the world’s blueprint and build life from alignment. https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket https://www.launchyourrocket.com   0:00 Why self-help isn’t making us happier 1:30 More tools, more anxiety 3:45 Managing feelings vs healing 6:20 The system that created the problem 9:10 Why we feel exhausted 12:30 Can the same blueprint fix us? 15:40 Why trends don’t last 18:55 A different way to live 22:40 What actually creates peace 26:30 Why alignment changes everything

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    Doing Everything Right… But Still Feeling Empty?

    When working harder, being more disciplined, and doing everything “right” still doesn’t make life feel good, it’s not failure — it’s information. In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith breaks down why so many people feel empty even when their lives look successful — and why the problem isn’t effort, motivation, or discipline. It’s the blueprint. This conversation explores how the world’s self-help model teaches coping and optimization, but misses the deeper alignment that actually produces peace, clarity, and fulfillment. If you’ve checked the boxes, built the life, and still feel restless, burned out, or quietly dissatisfied — this episode will help you understand why, and what starts to change when you try a different way. In this episode, we talk about: • Why effort alone doesn’t create peace • The difference between success and alignment • Why emptiness is a signal, not a flaw • How the world’s blueprint keeps people striving but unfulfilled • What changes when you build life from the inside out • Why dreams don’t disappear — they wait 🚀 JOIN THE LAUNCH YOUR ROCKET COMMUNITY (FREE) https://www.skool.com/launchyourrocket 🌱 LEARN MORE https://www.launchyourrocket.com

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    The “Let Them” Theory Is Missing Something - Here’s What | Ep 4 • S2

    The “Let Them” theory has helped a lot of people feel temporary relief — but relief isn’t the same as healing. In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, I share why “Let Them” teaches us how to manage emotions without ever transforming the heart — and why that’s why the ache keeps coming back. This isn’t a clap-back. It’s a completion. We talk about: why detachment can feel freeing but still leave you resentful the difference between managing feelings and changing the source why self-focus keeps us stuck in exhaustion and average living how Love Them transforms the heart so triggers lose their power why alignment heals what self-help only manages “Let Them” helps you cope. Love Them heals. This episode is for anyone who’s tired of carrying emotions they’ve “handled” but never resolved — and who senses there has to be a better way to live. Love Them isn’t a trend. It’s a return — to the way we were designed to live.   🌐 Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com 🤍 Community: https://skool.com/launchyourrocket 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket

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    Dream Again - Why Dreaming Is Essential to the Life Your Heart Craves | Ep 3 • S2

    Dreaming sounds simple - until life has disappointed you enough times that hoping feels risky. In this episode, I talk about why dreaming isn’t optional for a fulfilled life — and why so many people stop trusting their dreams as they get older. We’ll explore: • the difference between worldly dreams and God-aligned ones • why chasing what you admire often leads to burnout • how dormant dreams don’t disappear - they wait • why vision isn’t about hype, but about heart health • how aligned dreams bring peace, purpose, and momentum back to life If something still stirs in you - even after loss, detours, or disappointment - that’s not foolishness. That’s design. This episode is an invitation to stop chasing dreams that drain you and start discovering the one you were created for.   Join my community: https://skool.com/launchyourrocket Learn more: https://www.launchyourrocket.com Instagram: @launchyourrocket

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    You Don’t Need a New Life - You Need a Steadier Heart | Ep2•S2

    Every January, the world gets louder. New goals. New habits. New versions of yourself. And if you’re already tired, it can feel overwhelming before the year even starts. In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, I talk about why most people don’t actually need a new life - they need a steadier heart. We’ll unpack: • why managing emotions isn’t the same as healing • how self-help quietly keeps us self-focused and exhausted • the difference between “letting go” and truly loving from an anchored heart • why aligned dreams feel different than hustled ones This isn’t about hype or fixing yourself. It’s about slowing down, anchoring your heart, and building a life from the inside out. If you’ve been feeling worn out, overwhelmed, or quietly disappointed — this episode is for you.

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    Why I’m Here — And Why the World’s Way Isn’t Working | Ep 1 • S2

    Before we move forward, I want you to know who I am — and why I believe what I’m sharing actually works. This episode is the beginning of a new season of Launch Your Rocket. Not a hype reset. Not a reinvention. A return. I share the story that shaped my calling, why loss changed the questions I started asking, and how serving people — not striving — led to a life that felt aligned, abundant, and alive. We talk about: • why the world’s blueprint keeps people exhausted • how coping isn’t the same as transformation • the difference between “Let Them” and loving from an anchored heart • why alignment produces provision without forcing • what it looks like to build a life on God’s terms, not the world’s This episode isn’t here to convince you. It’s here to orient you. If you’ve been doing all the right things but still feel stuck, restless, or disconnected — this is where we begin.   Join my community: https://skool.com/launchyourrocket Learn more: https://www.launchyourrocket.com Instagram: @launchyourrocket

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    From Self-Help to Alignment: A Conversation on Faith, Joy, and Living Awake

    In this conversation, I sit down to talk about why so many people feel stuck, anxious, and quietly disappointed — even when life looks “good” on the outside. We talk about: • why modern self-help teaches coping instead of transformation • the difference between “Let Them” and a heart that’s actually healed • how faith doesn’t require uprooting your life — just shifting your source • why alignment creates joy that doesn’t disappear when life hits • what it looks like to stop striving and start living awake This episode is for the person who feels like life is fine… but knows there has to be more. Not hype. Not hustle. Just truth, alignment, and the kind of joy that lasts.   Join my community: https://skool.com/launchyourrocket Learn more: https://www.launchyourrocket.com Instagram: @launchyourrocket

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    Christmas Isn't for "Churchy" People—It’s for the Weary

    How many times in your life have you said "Merry Christmas" without actually feeling the enormity of what those words mean? We open the shiny gifts, we feel the "rush" of the holiday, and yet, for many of us, the hole in our hearts remains. In this special Christmas episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen dives deep into why this season often feels more anxious than joyful—and how to change that. This isn't a message about behavior management or religious rules; it’s about a rescue mission. Jen explores the truth that peace isn't a vacation or a temporary feeling; it’s a Person. In this episode, we talk about: The "Unopened Gift": Why we ignore the one thing that can actually fill our hearts. The Garden of Eden & The "Black Coat": Understanding how sin (anger, jealousy, comparison) weighs us down and how Jesus literally removes it. The Hallmark Feeling: Why the world softens in December and how to keep that "warm fuzzy" connection 365 days a year. The Eternal Perspective: A heartfelt reflection on loss, heaven, and the only thing we can actually take with us when we go. The "Stove" Analogy: Why God’s rules aren't meant to trap you, but to protect you. If you’ve been feeling "off," heavy, or just curious if there’s more to this story, this episode is your invitation to lean in.

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    Why the “Let Them Theory” Is Keeping You Stuck (Faith, Peace & the First 15 Minutes of Your Day)

    The “Let Them Theory” sounds freeing — but is it actually bringing peace, or quietly keeping people anxious, busy, and stuck? In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith breaks down a viral message about “fighting for the first 15 minutes of your day” and unpacks what’s really underneath it. This is not a personal attack — it’s a deeper look at the difference between the world’s blueprint for peace and God’s blueprint for peace. We talk about: Why hiding your phone isn’t the same as healing your heart How your algorithm is a mirror of what you idolise The difference between managing emotions and being transformed Why peace shouldn’t require fighting for it How gratitude, identity, and faith change everything This episode goes beyond productivity, morning routines, and self-help hacks. It’s about anxiety, comparison, validation, digital noise, and the spiritual root beneath it all. If you’re a person of faith, curious about faith, or even sceptical — listen anyway. Seek to understand. You might hear something that changes how you start your day — and how you see peace. 🔗 Learn more, explore courses, or join the community: https://launchyourrocket.com

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    The Truth You’re Following Might Be Exhausting You — Here’s Why

    Are you following “your truth” but still feeling exhausted, anxious, or directionless? You’re not the only one. Our culture shouts “Live your truth!” louder than ever—yet we’ve never been more confused, overwhelmed, or divided.   In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith breaks down the difference between subjective truth (“my truth”) and Foundational Truth (God’s Truth). We explore why today’s blueprint for happiness—doing whatever feels good in the moment—often leads to anxiety, fragmentation, and burnout… and how Biblical obedience is actually the pathway to real freedom.   Jen also dives into John 14 and 15 to unpack the Holy Spirit’s role as Comforter and examines the viral “Let Them Theory” through a Biblical lens. What You’ll Hear in This Episode 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:12 Understanding Different Perspectives on Truth 01:10 The Concept of Foundational Truth 01:48 Exploring Biblical Truths 02:50 The Role of God’s Rules and Laws 04:02 Common Moral Agreements 04:42 Challenges of Personal Truths 05:45 The Inconvenient Truth 06:08 Foundational Truth vs. Personal Truth 06:38 Diving into John 14 11:17 Obedience as Protection 13:26 The Importance of Obedience 15:13 The Role of the Holy Spirit 16:19 Worldly Comfort vs. Divine Comfort 19:04 Seeking God and Finding Peace 22:50 Understanding Obedience and Love 26:05 The Gift of Peace 30:56 Staying Connected to God 31:57 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Key Takeaways ✨ Truth vs. Mood — Truth is a constant. It doesn’t shift just because culture or emotions do. ✨ The Park Ranger Analogy — When we ignore God’s map, we wander in confusion and chaos. ✨ Obedience = Protection — God’s commands aren’t about control; they’re about keeping you aligned with joy, clarity, and peace. ✨ Real Peace — God’s peace doesn’t depend on vacations, money, or ideal circumstances. It comes from staying connected to the Vine. Scripture References ✨ John 14:1–6 ✨ John 14:15–27 ✨ John 15 (The Vine and the Branches)

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    How to Unlock Inner Peace: The Power of Spiritual Alignment Explained

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/ Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in endless striving? This is your reset. Discover God's blueprint for attracting the life you're praying for—not through hustle, but through spiritual alignment. In this powerful teaching, Jen Smith breaks down the Fruits of the Spirit as your roadmap to peace, clarity, and unexpected blessings. When your life is rooted in the world: anger, frustration, burnout, jealousy. When your life is rooted in God: peace, joy, abundance, momentum. ✨ In This Episode You'll Discover: • What the Fruits of the Spirit really are (not personality traits—God's actual character) • How staying rooted transforms your relationships, business, and purpose • Why character—not grind—attracts opportunity and favor • The 7-day challenge: Choose ONE Fruit to instantly shift your life • Jen's story: How her business exploded when she stopped striving 🙏 Each Fruit's Impact: Love → Builds strong relationships Joy → Makes you magnetic Peace → Sharpens decision-making Patience → Creates long-term success Kindness → Opens unexpected doors Goodness → Builds a legacy Faithfulness → Creates consistency Gentleness → Cultivates leadership Self-Control → Prevents self-sabotage 📖 Scriptures: Galatians 5:22–23 • Matthew 6:33 • Proverbs 11:25 Success without character = emptiness. Success with God = peace, purpose, abundance. Whether you're a Christian entrepreneur, rebuilding your life, or spiritually curious—this episode reveals the simple, magnetic wisdom already written for you in God's Word. #InnerPeace #ChristianSuccess #SpiritualAlignment

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    The Real Secret to Happiness (And Why Self-Help Has It All Wrong)

    The Real Secret to Happiness (And Why Self-Help Has It All Wrong) What if everything you’ve been told about happiness… is upside down? In this powerful episode, Jen Smith breaks down a viral conversation between a major podcast host and a Harvard “happiness expert” — and exposes why self-help advice is leaving millions burnt out, anxious, and spiritually starving. You’ll learn why: • Happiness can’t be measured by hacks, tips, or 1% upgrades • The world’s truth keeps moving, which means it’s not truth • Chasing happiness feels good in the moment but always leaks • Serving others flips the entire equation and fills you in ways self-help never can • God’s model of joy is the opposite of the world’s model — and it actually works Jen shares stories, metaphors, scripture, and real-world examples that illuminate one core message: Happiness isn’t something you chase. It’s something that chases YOU when you live aligned with God, purpose, and service. If you’ve ever felt empty, restless, or “almost happy” no matter what you achieve… this is your wake-up episode. LINKS MENTIONED • Free B101 Course: https://launchyourrocket.com • Join Elevate: https://launchyourrocket.com/elevate • 10-Minute Coffee Chat with Jen: https://launchyourrocket.com • Weekly Bible Study: https://launchyourrocket.com happiness, Christian happiness, faith and mindset, purpose, self-help industry, joy, biblical truth, fulfillment, Jen Smith, Elevate course, meaning, anxiety, burnout, God, spiritual growth, Christian podcast, motivation, finding joy

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    The Shift: How to Move from Darkness to Light and Unlock True Joy, Peace, and Abundance

    In this powerful episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith unpacks a simple but life-changing truth: your peace, joy, and abundance aren’t found in the world’s formula — they’re found in who you become. Jen walks you through “The Shift” — that sacred transformation from dark to light — and reveals how aligning your heart with God’s ways changes everything. You’ll discover why light is so attractive, what it means to reflect God’s character, and how to release the weight of comparison, pride, and jealousy that keeps you dimmed down. This isn’t just about self-help. It’s about God help. Because you can’t heal what you’re meant to surrender — and when you do, you’ll find freedom, joy, and purpose beyond what you ever imagined. 💡 What You’ll Learn: The difference between worldly success and godly peace How to recognize darkness (it’s not just “big” sins) and shift toward light The fruits of the Spirit and how they attract joy, abundance, and opportunity Why your heart is the source of your light — and how to protect it What really happens when you stop coping and start transforming 🔥 Favorite Quotes: “Light attracts. It always has, and it always will.” “The world doesn’t hold the answers to your peace — the Prince of Peace does.” “You don’t need self-help. You need God help.” ✨ Next Steps: If you’re ready to shift from striving to shining, it’s time to step into the light. Join Jen in her free foundational course B101: Who Is This Guy Jesus?, or dive deeper into her transformative program Elevate — where you’ll dream again, uncover your God-given purpose, and set fire to the life He designed for you. 👉 Visit launchyourrocket.com  to join the community, Bible study, and courses that will launch your life. 📖 Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:14 – “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode 💻 My new course: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate ☕ Book a 10-minute coffee chat: Connect, dream, and pray together: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/coffeechat https://www.launchyourrocket.com/sneakpeek faith, purpose, burnout, motivation, spiritual growth, reconnect with God, self-care, Christian podcast, inspiration, personal development #lovethem #burnout #christianmotivation #jensmith

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    Reconnecting to the Source: How to Get Your Spark Back When You Feel Drained

    In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith dives deep into why so many of us feel stuck, tired, and unmotivated — and how the real problem isn’t that we’re broken, it’s that we’re disconnected from the Source. Using the powerful metaphor of a drained phone battery, Jen explains how we often try to fix our emptiness with caffeine, hustle, and self-help — when what we really need is to plug back into the One who created us. You’ll learn five simple ways to reconnect spiritually and practically so you can reignite your joy, creativity, and purpose: Do a 5-minute morning detox before touching your phone. Feed your soul one truth at a time through Scripture and affirmations. Find someone who knows God deeply and let their light inspire you. Consume uplifting content that nourishes your spirit. Get lost in service to others — giving is how you refill your cup. Jen also shares on final step: obey the next nudge. That small, persistent feeling on your heart isn’t random — it’s guidance from God. ✨ Key Takeaway: You don’t need another productivity hack or self-help podcast. You need to reconnect to the Source — the One who fuels your purpose, restores your energy, and reignites your spark. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode 💻 My new course:https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate ☕ Book a 10-minute coffee chat: Connect, dream, and pray together: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/coffeechat https://www.launchyourrocket.com/sneakpeek 🎯 Keywords: faith, purpose, burnout, motivation, spiritual growth, reconnect with God, self-care, Christian podcast, inspiration, personal development #lovethem #burnout #christianmotivation #jensmith

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    Millennials vs. Karens: The “Love Them” Generation That’s Changing Everything

    Today’s episode is a reality check for the “Let Them” generation — and a love letter to the “Love Them” generation. When I launched my new course, Elevate, I had a “frying pan moment” — the kind where God smacks you upside the head and says, “Are you paying attention?” I realized something powerful about our generation: we’ve forgotten how to celebrate each other. Meanwhile, the Millennials — the so-called “social media generation” — are out here doing what we only talk about. They’re bold. Unashamed. Loving out loud. They’re using social media to spread truth, lift each other up, and live revival in real time. In this message, I’m sharing the truth about: ✨ The difference between Let Them and Love Them ✨ Why Millennials are leading a modern-day revival ✨ How comparison steals our joy and community ✨ Why grace, humility, and vulnerability always win By the end, you’ll see — it’s not old vs. young. It’s stuck vs. surrendered. And revival? It’s already happening. 🙌 What You’ll Learn Why Millennials are the “Love Them” generation How our generation became the “Let Them” generation How God is using social media for good What it means to move from comparison to celebration How to live with grace, truth, and forward faith 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode 💻 My new course:https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate ☕ Book a 10-minute coffee chat: Connect, dream, and pray together: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/coffeechat https://www.launchyourrocket.com/sneakpeek 📅 Chapters 00:00 – Millennials vs. Karens: A Revelation 01:45 – Why We Don’t Celebrate Each Other 03:30 – The “Love Them” Generation 06:00 – How Millennials Are Leading Revival 09:00 – From Comparison to Celebration 12:00 – The Freedom of Forgiveness 15:00 – What the Bible Says About This Generation 18:00 – Grace for the Facebook Moms 19:00 – About Elevate and Launch Your Rocket 20:00 – Closing Thoughts 🔑 SEO Keywords millennials vs karens, christian podcast, generation differences, revival generation, love them not let them, social media and faith, biblical encouragement, faith based podcast, modern christianity, elevate course, launch your rocket, christian motivation

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    You Are Not Your Label | Break Free from the Lies That Hold You Back

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith delivers a powerful message about identity, mindset, and breaking the chains of the labels that hold you down. The world might try to define you — but only God gets the final word. Discover how to: ✨ Recognize the false labels you’ve accepted 🔥 Rewrite your story and reclaim your true identity 🚀 Step into who God says you are and launch your life with purpose If you’ve ever felt stuck, unworthy, or labeled by your past — this is your wake-up call to break free and soar. 🎓 Free Masterclass — ELEVATE: From Stuck to Unstoppable Join Jen LIVE on October 23 for a free masterclass designed to help you rediscover your purpose and reignite your dreams. 👉 Register here: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@launchyourrocket Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to Launch Your Rocket 00:40 – The power of labels and how they shape identity 02:10 – The danger of living under false stories 03:00 – How to destroy limiting labels 04:20 – Breaking free through God’s truth 05:30 – The Elevate Masterclass invitation 06:00 – Acting “as if” to become who you’re called to be 08:00 – Reprogramming your mind with truth 10:00 – You are not your past or your label 11:00 – The Elevate and Bible 101 invitations SEO Keywords: Jen Smith, Launch Your Rocket, You Are Not Your Label, Christian motivation, faith-based personal growth, identity in Christ, breaking chains, mindset transformation, Christian women empowerment, Elevate course, Bible 101, Christian self-help podcast

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    Is the Treasure Hidden? | Finding God’s Blueprint for True Abundance

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate We spend our whole lives chasing treasure — money, freedom, status, success. But what if the map we’ve been following is broken? In this episode, Jen Smith unpacks why we never feel “enough,” how the world’s blueprint keeps us trapped in the chase, and where God has actually hidden the real treasure — joy, peace, and purpose. You’ll learn: ✨ Why chasing “more” always leads to less fulfillment 💡 How God hides truth from the proud but reveals it to seekers 🔥 What Ecclesiastes teaches about money, contentment, and joy 💖 How to find peace and purpose in every season 🚀 How to shift from chasing treasure to becoming the treasure This message is your reminder that you’re not behind — you just might be holding the wrong map. It’s time to uncover the real treasure and step into God’s blueprint for abundance. 📚 Resources Mentioned: ➡️ Join the Elevate Course — turn your God-sized dreams into reality: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate Masterclass: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass 💬 Connect with Jen: 🌐 Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@launchyourrocket ⏰ Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: The Treasure We Keep Chasing 01:20 – The Endless Loop of “When, Once I, If Only” 03:00 – Why More Never Feels Like Enough 05:10 – God’s Treasure Map and the Art of Seeking 07:00 – The Scandal of the Kingdom: Hidden for the Humble 09:00 – The Real Treasure: Joy, Peace, and Purpose 10:00 – How to Find It and Live It Through Elevate 🎯 Keywords: hidden treasure sermon, christian motivation, faith podcast, jen smith elevate, god and abundance, finding peace in god, bible study lessons, ecclesiastes money meaning, christian podcast 2025, spiritual growth for women, how to find joy in every season, purpose driven life, elevate with jen smith, launch your rocket #jensmith #lovethem #christianmotivation #christiankingdombuilding

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    Romans 12:2 — The Better Blueprint: Stop Copying the World & Start Living Free

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass If the world’s version of “self-help” actually worked, why are so many people still burned out, anxious, and unfulfilled? In this episode, Jen Smith reveals the biblical blueprint that actually leads to peace, purpose, and abundance. Drawing from Romans 12:2, she shows how to stop conforming to the patterns of this world — the endless grind, comparison, and “me-first” culture — and start living with divine clarity and joy. Jen breaks down how to: Identify the world’s broken map you’ve been following Discover God’s blueprint for peace and purpose “Steal God’s truth,” even if you’re not religious Replace worldly lies with biblical truth Create a daily rhythm that aligns with your purpose This is your permission slip to step off the hamster wheel and start following the map that actually leads to freedom. ⏰ Chapters 00:00 — Why Self-Help Isn’t Working 01:00 — Romans 12:2: The Map to a Renewed Mind 03:00 — Are You Copying the World’s Patterns? 06:00 — Stealing God’s Truth (Even If You’re Not Religious) 08:00 — The Difference Between the World’s Map and God’s Blueprint 10:00 — The Routine That Actually Works 15:00 — The Shift: From Me to We 18:00 — How to Start Living Differently Today 20:00 — Escaping the Wilderness: Living Renewed 💡 Highlights Romans 12:2 is the secret to peace: “Do not conform to the patterns of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” Self-help sells systems. God gives you a map. Peace doesn’t come from doing less — it comes from trusting more. Gratitude and lack can’t live in the same heart. You don’t have to be religious — just be curious and start small. 🔗 Resources Mentioned 🎓 Free Masterclass: ELEVATE – From Stuck to Unstoppable → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass 📖 Bible 101 Course: A simple guide to understanding the Bible → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/bible101 💫 Join the Bible Study: → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/biblestudy 🚀 ELEVATE Course: Discover your purpose and reignite your dream → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate 💬 Connect with Jen Smith 🌐 Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket #kingdommindset #kingdombuilders #christianselfhelp #christianmotivation

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    X Marks the Spot: How Gratitude, Purpose & Faith Unlock the Life You’re Meant to Live

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass What if the secret to getting unstuck has been hidden in plain sight all along? In this episode, Jen Smith reveals the three biblical keys to moving from stuck to unstoppable: gratitude, planting in the right soil, and being the salt of the earth. Through powerful storytelling and scripture, Jen shows how faith and perspective can transform your life — not by chasing quick fixes, but by rooting yourself in truth, love, and purpose. If you’re tired of surviving and ready to start thriving, this is your treasure map. X really does mark the spot. ⏰ Chapters 00:00 — Welcome to Launch Your Rocket 01:00 — The Blueprint Hidden in Plain Sight 02:00 — Step 1: Gratitude Is a Multiplier 05:00 — Step 2: Plant Yourself in the Right Soil 08:00 — Step 3: Be the Salt of the Earth 10:00 — The Treasure Hidden in Plain Sight 11:00 — How to Start Living the Launched Life 💡 Highlights Gratitude isn’t just being thankful — it’s seeing your life as abundant. The soil you plant in (truth vs. shallow ideals) determines your growth. Being the “salt of the earth” means living a life that heals and preserves goodness. The Bible is the original self-help guide — the true “holy grail” to a fulfilled life. When you embody these three steps, you naturally attract the life you’ve been chasing.   🚀 Elevate Course – From stuck to unstoppable: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate 🎓 Free Masterclass – https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass 🌐 Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocmet 🎧 Podcast: Launch Your Rocket on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube #launchyourrocket #purposedriven #christianmotivation #christianselfhelp 

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    Is There More?

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith asks the question so many of us silently wonder: Is there more than this? You’ve done everything right—worked hard, built a life that looks good on paper—but something still feels missing. Jen shares why the world’s formula for success is broken and how shifting from self-help to God-help changes everything. This episode will help you reawaken your purpose, rediscover the dreams God planted in you, and finally live with real peace, joy, and direction. You’ll learn how to stop chasing what’s next and start attracting the life you were designed for—one filled with meaning, alignment, and divine flow. What You’ll Learn Why success can still feel empty—even when you’ve “made it.” The difference between self-help and God-help. How connecting to something greater brings peace, purpose, and joy. The secret to shifting from the world’s broken blueprint to God’s divine one. Simple ways to start noticing God’s “breadcrumbs” in your everyday life. 🙌 Join the Free Masterclass: ELEVATE Are you feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or wondering if there’s more to life? Join Jen’s Free Masterclass on October 23rd at 12 PM EST — “From Stuck to Unstoppable.” You’ll learn how to reignite your dream, discover your God-given purpose, and shift from drifting to thriving. 👉 Join the Masterclass: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass Bible 101 Course – A simple, free guide to understanding God’s Word: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/bible101 🌐 Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket   faith-based personal growth, Christian motivation, purpose-driven life, God’s plan, finding fulfillment, Jen Smith podcast, Elevate course, Launch Your Rocket, spiritual awakening, rediscover your purpose #faithbasedpersonalgrowth #christianselfhelp #godsplan #launchyourrocket

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    From “Let Them” to “Love Them” — The One Shift That Changes Everything

    https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass In this powerful episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith breaks down the viral “Let Them Theory” — and reveals the missing piece that can truly set you free. You’ve heard it before: Let them not invite you. Let them forget your birthday. Let them disappoint you. But what if simply “letting them” isn’t enough? What if that freedom everyone’s talking about is actually leaving you emotionally parked — shiny on the outside, but empty on the inside? Jen dives deep into why “letting them” can protect your peace temporarily, but only love—real, God-centered love—fuels your purpose and launches your life forward. She explores how to move from bitterness to abundance, from self-protection to divine power, and how to finally live the life God designed for you. 00:00 — Introduction: The viral Let Them Theory 01:00 — Why it resonates… but still leaves us stuck 03:00 — The “shiny car” metaphor: When healing looks good but isn’t moving 05:00 — The missing fuel: Love that transforms 06:00 — Why we resist God’s simple solution 07:00 — Invitation to the Free Masterclass (Oct 23) 08:00 — Love vs. Let Them — the truth in Matthew 5:44 10:00 — How unconditional love unlocks peace and purpose 12:00 — What the Bible says about real wisdom 13:00 — Introducing Bible 101 (Free course) 15:00 — How to reignite your dream with Elevate 16:00 — Final takeaway: Let Them is 95% there… but Love Them sets you free Key Takeaways The Let Them Theory helps you stop chasing—but love helps you start living. Protecting your peace isn’t the same as fulfilling your purpose. True freedom comes when you fill your “tank” with unconditional love. God’s wisdom has always been the original blueprint for an unstoppable life. Do what’s hard (love them anyway), and life gets easier. 🙌 Join the Free Masterclass (October 23rd at 7 PM EST) From Stuck to Unstoppable: Reignite Your Dream & Live with Purpose 👉 Register here: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass  Resources Mentioned Bible 101 — A simple, clear introduction to God’s Word: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/bible101 Join the Bible Study — Monthly storytelling-style study: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/biblestudy Elevate Waitlist — The 6-week blueprint to launch your life: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate-waitlist 💫 Connect with Jen Smith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com   Let Them Theory, Mel Robbins, Christian self-help podcast, Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith, purpose and faith, Bible 101 course, Elevate program, love them theory, how to find your purpose, Christian mindset, faith-based motivation, how to stop chasing people, live with purpose, God’s plan for your life #letthemtheory #melrobbins #christianselfhelp #kingdombuilders

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    Gratitude vs. Lack: The Blueprint for True Abundance

    Join the Bible Study → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/biblestudy   What if the most important key to joy and abundance is already in your hands—but you’ve been missing it? In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith reveals the misunderstood Bible verse that unlocks a life of gratitude, peace, and unstoppable overflow. Listeners will discover why gratitude multiplies abundance, how lack and complaining keep people stuck, and the simple daily practice that rewires the heart for joy. ✨ Highlights: The misunderstood verse about abundance Why gratitude and lack can’t live in the same heart How everyday words shape life outcomes A practical exercise to reset perspective God’s blueprint for living life launched 📌 Next Steps: Join the Masterclass → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass Join the Bible Study → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/biblestudy Bible 101 Course → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/bible101 Elevate Waitlist → https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate-waitlist 📲 Connect with Jen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchyourrocket Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/launchyourrocket Website: https://www.launchyourrocket.com SEO Keywords: gratitude practice, gratitude in the Bible, abundance mindset Christian, Christian podcast about gratitude, faith and joy, living with gratitude vs lack, biblical truth about abundance, Jen Smith Launch Your Rocket

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    The Secret to a Charmed Life | Nanny McPhee Wisdom on True Wealth & Faith

    Sign up for the Masterclass Oct 23 Everyone dreams of living a charmed life—wealth, success, freedom—but what if the real secret to abundance isn’t what the world promises? In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith shares surprising wisdom inspired by Nanny McPhee that flips the script on what it means to be truly rich. 💡 Viewers will learn: Why chasing money often leaves people feeling empty The “Nanny McPhee principle” and how it applies to wealth How gratitude multiplies abundance The real treasure map hidden in biblical truth How joy, peace, and faith attract the life everyone is chasing Resources Mentioned: Join the Masterclass: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/masterclass Join the Bible Study: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/biblestudy Bible 101 Course – A simple, clear introduction to the Bible: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/bible101 Elevate Waitlist: https://www.launchyourrocket.com/elevate-waitlist If you’ve been burned out chasing success, Jen’s message will help you step into overflow, joy, and purpose. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on faith, mindset, and the tools to launch your dream life. Timestamps: 0:00 – The myth of the charmed life 1:45 – Nanny McPhee wisdom on need vs. want 3:20 – How real wealth works 4:55 – Gratitude as a multiplier 7:30 – The Bible as the ultimate treasure map 10:15 – Living with peace, joy, and faith 12:00 – Elevate: your next step Nanny McPhee wisdom, how to live a charmed life, gratitude and wealth, biblical truth about money, true wealth vs success, Christian mindset podcast, faith and abundance, Elevate program, Bible 101

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    Truth Behind the Trend: Self-Help vs. Scripture | It Didn’t Come From Harvard

    podcast advice is actually just biblical wisdom—stripped of its source.   We’ve been sold recycled truths by gurus, influencers, and academics, but what if the mindset hacks, “vibe raising,” and life coaching mantras you’ve heard are just watered-down versions of what God already said thousands of years ago?   In this episode, Jen compares popular self-help phrases with their real origin: the Bible. You’ll learn how wisdom didn’t come from Harvard, it came from Heaven—and how reclaiming the original source can actually get you unstuck, free your mind, and launch your life.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Truth Behind the Trend 00:17 The Origin of True Wisdom 00:53 Biblical Wisdom vs. Modern Self-Help 02:34 Viral Quotes with Biblical Roots 06:38 The Misinterpretation of Biblical Teachings 09:44 Invitation to Deeper Understanding 11:29 Conclusion and Call to Action   📖 Take the free Bible 101 course: LaunchYourRocket.com 🎙 Subscribe on Spotify & Apple Podcasts – Launch Your Rocket 📲 Follow @LaunchYourRocket on Instagram & TikTok for daily truth   Stop chasing recycled advice. Open the original source. Truth doesn’t trend—it transforms.   #TruthBehindTheTrend #GodsBlueprint #FaithOverFormulas #BibleFirst #LaunchYourRocket

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    You’re Not Lazy—You’re Being Muted | How to Break Free from the World’s Voice

    Welcome to Launch Your Rocket with Jen Smith—where we silence the noise, reject the world’s blueprint, and find the courage to be real again.   This episode is your wake-up call. We’re not just battling distraction, we’re battling sameness—the slow erosion of your God-given voice through trends, filters, AI, and “relatable” content. It’s not just about technology—it’s about truth.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Epidemic of Sameness 00:15 The AI Breakdown: Fighting for Authenticity 01:05 The World is Muting You 01:31 The Influence of Social Media and Algorithms 03:24 The Call to Authenticity 07:23 God's Blueprint vs. The World's Blueprint 09:07 Conclusion: Launch Your Rocket   Whether you use ChatGPT or not, the world is muting you. Algorithms are teaching you how to talk, how to post, how to be palatable. But you weren’t created to blend in. You were created to ignite. ⚡   🔥 Don’t conform. Don’t copy. Don’t wait. 📖 Take the Bible 101 course: LaunchYourRocket.com 📲 Follow @LaunchYourRocket on Instagram + TikTok 🎙 Subscribe & join the movement. Be bold. Be different. Be real.   #LaunchYourRocket #ReclaimYourVoice #TruthOverTrends #FaithOverFilters #BeRealNotPerfect

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    Comfort: The Most Dangerous Addiction You're Not Talking About

    Are you stuck in a life of comfort and calling it “normal”?   In this powerful episode of Elevate, Jen Smith exposes the #1 addiction that’s silently stealing your dreams—comfort. This isn’t just a motivational pep talk; it’s a wake-up call rooted in truth, scripture, and real transformation.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Breaking Free from the World's Lies 00:13 Identifying the Worst Addiction 00:57 The Danger of Comfort 02:02 The World's Blueprint vs. God's Blueprint 02:45 Scriptural Insights on Comfort and Ambition 04:38 Taking Action: Moving Beyond Comfort 05:02 Practical Steps to Embrace God's Blueprint 07:40 The Power of Movement and Faith 10:39 Final Thoughts: Detox from Comfort 11:58 Conclusion: Elevate Your Life   Discover why the world's self-help models keep you stuck, and how God's blueprint can unlock the life you were created for.   Learn how to ditch mediocrity, take real action, and launch into your God-designed purpose.   You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to move. 🙌 📖 Take your first step: Visit Bible 101 or B101 on Jen’s website 🎧 Tune into more episodes of Elevate 🙏 Say a prayer, crack open Proverbs, and step into divine wisdom   Stop settling. Start soaring. Your future self is watching.   #ComfortIsTheAddiction #FaithOverFear #GodsBlueprint #ElevateWithJen #BreakFreeAndThrive

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    Is Mel Robbins' Formula Enough? | There is a Missing Piece to True Transformation

    Welcome to Truth Behind the Trend with Jen Smith — where we take today’s most viral self-help podcast advice and hold it up to timeless truth. In this episode, Jen calls out the lie we’re being sold: that you can "heal yourself" through habits, routines, and morning mantras.   The truth? Science can explain the brain — but it cannot heal the soul. From cold plunges to vision boards, we're decorating our lives but still sitting in the driveway — stuck, exhausted, and spiritually empty. Why? Because we've removed the fuel: God.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Truth Behind the Trend 00:25 The Problem with Self-Help 00:58 The Illusion of Transformation 02:54 The Missing Piece: God 03:07 The Danger of Almost Right Advice 05:13 The Pressure of Self-Improvement 05:44 The True Source of Healing 08:02 Aligning with God's Blueprint 09:02 Conclusion and Call to Action   This isn’t a takedown of Mel Robbins or the self-help movement — it’s a wake-up call.   You don’t need a better planner or another checklist. You need a Savior.   🔥 If you’re burned out from trying to "fix yourself" without real transformation, this is your invitation to start with God. Begin your journey for FREE with Bible 101 at LaunchYourRocket.com.   #TruthBehindTheTrend #FaithOverSelfHelp #SoulHealing #JenSmithSpeaks #LaunchYourRocket

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    Weary But Still Empty? This Bible Verse Will Change Your Life | Matthew 11:28 Explained

    In this One Verse One Truth episode, Jen Smith breaks down one of the most soul-soothing verses in Scripture: Matthew 11:28 — "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." But what does that really mean in today's world?   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to One Verse One Truth 00:35 Today's Focus: Matthew 11:28 01:07 Understanding Weariness and Rest 02:12 Jesus' Invitation to Rest 03:16 The Struggle of the Put-Together 05:26 The Real Meaning of Rest 07:52 Starting Your Journey with God 09:52 Final Thoughts and Invitation   Jen shares real, raw reflections on the difference between being tired and weary, and why self-help culture can’t offer the kind of rest your soul actually craves.   This episode isn’t about becoming “churchy” or performing for God—it’s about coming as you are. Whether you’re successful but secretly struggling, or completely burned out and wondering where peace lives…this message is your invitation.   ✨ It’s not about doing more. It’s about carrying less. And real rest? It’s not earned—it’s received.   🧭 Want to begin your journey? Check out the free Bible 101 course at LaunchYourRocket.com and start building a foundation of faith that makes sense.   #Matthew1128 #FaithOverStriving #OneVerseOneTruth #RestInJesus #SpiritualPeace

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    The Bigger the Boat, the Further From Water | Why Chasing More Won’t Fill You

    In this deeply personal episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith reflects on what truly matters. Broadcasting from her 42-foot boat "Restless Spirit," Jen shares how setbacks led to stillness—and how stillness led to revelation. She unpacks why chasing "bigger" in life—homes, jobs, titles, even dreams—often pulls us away from what really fills our soul.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Living on a Boat 00:53 The Philosophy of Bigger vs. Closer 01:34 The World's Obsession with More 03:00 The Boat Analogy and Spiritual Connection 06:14 Lessons from My Father 07:46 A Letter of Gratitude 11:41 The True Secret to Having It All 13:31 Conclusion and Call to Action   Through a powerful analogy of boats and water, and a moving tribute to her father’s legacy of quiet faith and impact, Jen challenges us to pause and consider: Are we decorating our lives while drifting further from the source? What if real success isn’t about more—but about getting closer?   If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things but still feel empty, this episode will touch your heart, refocus your mind, and bring you back to what matters.   🎯 Take a breath. Reconnect. And ask yourself: What’s your bigger boat? #LiveWithPurpose   #LegacyOverLuxury #FaithAndSuccess #LaunchYourRocket #TheBiggerTheBoat

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    Where was God in the Texas Flood? | A message on Faith, Suffering & Hope

    In this powerful episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith dives deep into the questions we all ask when tragedy strikes: Where is God in our pain? Why does suffering happen? With vulnerability and boldness, Jen challenges us to consider a perspective beyond the temporary — an eternal one.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Initial Questions 00:26 Wrestling with Unanswered Questions 01:17 Acknowledging the Brokenness of the World 02:03 Living for Something Greater 03:35 Faith and Eternal Perspective 04:27 Call to Action and Revival 06:50 Challenging Worldly Beliefs 10:32 Final Thoughts and Prayer   Whether you're struggling with doubt, anger, or confusion, this message invites you to wrestle honestly and open your heart to the possibility that there's more to life than what we can see. Jen also shares how faith, even when it seems wild, offers more purpose and peace than the fleeting comforts of this world.   From Texas floods to the chaos around us, this is a call to wake up, revive our souls, and live for something greater than ourselves. 👉 Join the mission. Take the Bible 101 course (B101). Speak life. Breathe hope. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this spoke to you.   #FaithInTheStorm #OvercomingPain #LaunchYourRocket #EternalPerspective #HopeInTragedy

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    Dopamine Addiction | The Missing Truth About Morning Routines & Why You Still Feel Empty

    Mel Robbins says protect your dopamine—but what if there's more to it?   In this episode of Truth Behind the Trend, Jen Smith dives deeper into the self-help world’s obsession with routines and dopamine detoxing.   She reveals the one thing most routines leave out: your soul. Learn why it’s not just about protecting your mind, but also guarding your heart.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Protecting Your Dopamine 00:19 Mel Robbins' Lemon Analogy 01:13 The Missing Piece in Self-Help Advice 01:56 The Importance of Spiritual Fulfillment 02:42 A New Morning Routine 03:34 Final Thoughts and Call to Action 05:09 Conclusion and Additional Resources   If your mornings are silent but your spirit still feels empty, this message will give you the clarity and connection you've been craving.   #FaithOverFear #DopamineDetox #ChristianMotivation #MorningRoutineWithGod #TruthBehindTheTrend

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    Your Circle | How to Break Free and Elevate Your Life

    Could someone in your inner circle be holding you back from reaching your full potential?   In this episode of Elevate, Jen Smith unpacks the hidden truth about how the people around you can unintentionally keep you small—and how to lovingly rise above it.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Are Your Friends Holding You Back? 00:33 The Power of Negative Influence 01:26 When Your Big Ideas Get Shut Down 02:23 Insecurity in Your Circle 04:18 Breaking Free from Stagnation 05:15 Finding a New Circle 06:39 Loving from a Distance 07:51 Conclusion and Next Steps   Learn how to identify toxic patterns, respond to discouragement, and start surrounding yourself with those who uplift, inspire, and challenge you to grow. Whether you're looking to level up in life, faith, or mindset, this message will give you clarity, courage, and steps to move forward with intention.   #SelfGrowth #FaithAndPurpose #MindsetMatters #ElevateYourLife #BreakFreeToRise

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    Guard Your Heart – Master Your Life with Proverbs 4:23 | One Verse One Truth

    In this inaugural episode of One Verse One Truth, Jen breaks down Proverbs 4:23—“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Learn how what you feed your heart shapes your life, and get practical, real-life steps to protect your mind, emotions, and soul.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to One Verse One Truth 00:20 Understanding Proverbs 4:23 01:05 The Importance of Guarding Your Heart 01:49 Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs 03:52 Practical Steps to Guard Your Heart 05:47 Starting Your Journey with God 08:12 Final Thoughts and Call to Action   Start guarding your heart today and watch your peace, relationships, and purpose transform.   #OneVerseOneTruth #JenSmith #lifetransformation #success #selfcare #protectyourpeace

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    Taking Back the Rainbow: 5 Feel-Good Lies Wrecking Your Faith

    We’re flipping the script on five cultural mantras that sound empowering—but may be spiritually misleading.   From “follow your heart” to “love is love,” these almost-truths are close enough to feel right, but far enough to leave you stuck. And yes—we’re talking about the rainbow.   The rainbow isn’t a brand. It’s a promise.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Taking Back the Rainbow 00:43 Why Address These Topics? 01:06 Feel-Good Lie #1: Follow Your Heart 01:51 Feel-Good Lie #2: Speak Your Truth 02:43 Feel-Good Lie #3: Love is Love 03:19 Feel-Good Lie #4: You Are Enough 03:52 Feel-Good Lie #5: Manifest Your Dream 04:46 Bonus Lie: The Rainbow Means Pride 06:36 Conclusion: Real Love and Truth 07:38 Final Thoughts and Call to Action   Join Jen Smith on Truth Behind the Trend as we dig into what Scripture really says—and why reclaiming truth doesn’t have to mean rage... it can start with love. 🌈 Learn more and take the B-101 course at launchyourrocket.com   #TruthBehindTheTrend #ReclaimTheRainbow #FaithNotFeelings #BoldChristianity #GodsBlueprint

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    The Trap of ‘More’ | Why Success Without Alignment Will Burn You Out

    Do you feel like you're running but getting nowhere? You've hit goals, earned money, checked the boxes — yet deep down, you're still stuck in the trap of more. In this episode of Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith gets raw about hustle culture, spiritual burnout, and why chasing success without alignment will never satisfy.   Drawing on wisdom from Proverbs 27:20, Ecclesiastes 1:14, and Psalm 37:4, Jen breaks down how to stop striving and start aligning with God's blueprint.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:05 The Trap of More 00:36 Biblical Insights on Ambition 02:14 Shifting from Striving to Alignment 03:11 Personal Experiences and Testimonies 05:45 Encouragement and Final Thoughts 07:05 Conclusion and Call to Action   🎯 Let go of the grind. Embrace divine alignment. 🌱 Want to reconnect with your purpose? Start with Bible 101 on [LaunchYourRocket.com] 🛠 Ready to get back in flow? Watch, reflect, and launch with Jen. 👇 Drop a comment: What's ONE thing you're laying down this week to align with peace?   #faithbasedmotivation #alignmentoverhustle #launchyourrocket #kingdommindset #stopchasingmore

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    The Law of Attraction IS REAL | But Most People Miss The Most Important Part | One Verse One Truth

    The Law of Attraction is real—but most people skip the most crucial step.   In this first episode of "One Verse One Truth," Jen Smith unpacks Psalm 37:4 and reveals how delighting in God aligns your desires with His divine plan.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to 'One Verse One Truth' 00:05 Format of Future Episodes 00:30 Verse of the Week: Psalm 37:4 01:05 Understanding 'Delight in the Lord' 02:23 Shifting Desires and Kingdom Mindset 02:52 Personal Testimony and Obedience 03:19 Challenge for the Week 04:31 Final Thoughts and Resources   Stop chasing empty dreams and learn the kingdom mindset that brings true abundance without burnout. Ready to dive deeper? Join us midweek for live teaching and connect with our community at launchyourrocket.com.   #personaldevelopment #christianmotivation #psalm37:4 #faithoverfear #successmindset

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    Bad Apologies | Why Forgiveness is the Key to Real Healing

    Popular self-help podcasts often teach us to demand better apologies—but what if that’s not where true healing begins?   In this episode of Truth Behind the Trend, Jen Smith explores the real power of forgiveness through a biblical lens. Discover how letting go of resentment isn't about excusing others—it's about freeing yourself. Drawing from Mark 11:25 and Romans 12:19, Jen unpacks why God’s blueprint for healing outshines the world’s quest for control.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Truth Behind the Trend 00:08 Handling a Bad Apology 00:36 The Problem with Forced Apologies 01:00 The Cost of Holding a Grudge 01:42 The Power of Forgiveness 03:18 Steps to Forgive and Heal 04:28 God's Blueprint for Healing 04:57 Conclusion and Call to Action   If you’re holding onto a grudge, this may be your invitation to release it, reclaim your peace, and make room for joy and abundance.   #Forgiveness #EmotionalHealing #ChristianPodcast #LetGoAndGrow #TruthBehindTheTrend

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    Feeling Overwhelmed? How to Hear God’s Whisper and Regain Clarity

    Feeling burned out from building your business, content, and brand?   In today’s heartfelt episode, Jen shares her journey of hitting a wall—and how she found clarity, peace, and direction in Isaiah 30:18–21. If you're overwhelmed, stuck, or longing for guidance, this video will remind you that you don’t have to go it alone.   You just need to stay close enough to hear God's whisper. 🙏   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Overwhelmed and Frustrated 00:03 The Struggle of Balancing Multiple Roles 01:01 Seeking Divine Guidance 01:30 Reflecting on Personal Overwhelm 02:27 Turning to Scripture for Clarity 02:52 Realizing the Importance of Partnership with God 05:01 Letting Go of Idols and Trusting God's Plan 06:28 Moving Forward with Clarity and Faith 07:34 Conclusion: Embracing God's Vision 08:36 Final Thoughts and Course Promotion   What you'll learn here: – Why working harder isn't always the answer – How to pause and hear God’s voice in scripture – Identifying the idols you’re serving (like algorithm, approval, or performance) – How to overcome self-pressure and step forward with clarity   Takeaways: • Seek closeness to God before expecting clarity • Wait on Him, but keep moving in step with His voice • Release the need for perfect strategy—trust His plan 👉 Take a breath—and watch this if you need a reminder that you're never alone on your journey.   🎧 Courses mentioned: Bible 101 (B‑101) • Elevate — Get spiritual clarity and vision! ✅ Subscribe for daily doses of encouragement, spiritual wisdom, and practical insight to help you build a life that matters. #SpiritualClarity #FaithJourney #OvercomingOverwhelm #BibleWisdom #CreatorsLife

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Want to live with more purpose, peace, and fire for life? 🚀You’re in the right place.This podcast is for people who are hungry for more—More meaning. More direction. More truth.But don’t feel like they fit in the typical faith or self-help worlds.

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Jen Smith

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