You’re not stuck. You’re not broken. You’re battling a stronghold.

These invisible barriers often show up as fear, doubt, or repeated cycles that keep you from stepping fully into your purpose.

In this solo episode, Emily uncovers how strongholds take root in your mind, how they quietly control your decisions, and the practical and spiritual strategies you can use to break free. She reveals how these hidden barriers can block your purpose, and how to take every thought captive so you can pursue your calling with clarity, confidence, and unshakeable resolve. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to stand firm and step fully into the life you were meant to live.

• The difference between personality and strongholds
• Common types of strongholds and how they show up
• The role of spiritual anchoring in overcoming strongholds
• The four-step framework to break free
• Why consistency beats intensity in rewiring your mind and building belief

(00:29) - Psalm 16:8 - Never Be Shaken (02:53) - Understanding Emotional Instability & Repeated Cycles (04:30) - God as Our Unshakeable Foundation (07:15) - Strongholds: What They Are & How They Form (08:37) - Identity Strongholds & Limiting Beliefs (12:40) - Fear, Rejection, and Control Strongholds (17:22) - Comparison and Social Media Traps (18:45) - Performance and Perfectionism (21:37) - How Strongholds Grow (23:29) - Awareness as Freedom: Breaking Strongholds Without Shame (24:24) - Four Steps to Break Free from Strongholds (29:49) - Consistency Over Intensity (31:35) - Emily’s Prayer: Breaking the Lie and Protecting Your Calling

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Most people shrink when life hands them what feels unbearable. Natalie Buchoz didn’t.

After a life-altering accident left her navigating immense physical and emotional challenges, Natalie faced a choice: retreat into fear or step into the discomfort of being seen. Through that journey, she discovered that showing up authentically, even when it’s hard, can unlock unexpected confidence and the ability to influence others in profound ways.

In this episode, Natalie shares the raw and honest moments of her recovery, the fears she had to confront, and the inner resilience that propelled her toward leadership and influence. By facing her vulnerability head-on, she discovered that the courage to be seen doesn’t just change your life. It ripples outward, touching hearts and rewriting what others believe they can do.

• How to turn moments of fear into opportunities for growth and courage
• Why fear of judgment is the biggest barrier to influence
• Pain shared is pain divided: the hidden power of sharing your story
• The Self-Extraction Process: Releasing what no longer serves you
• Practical strategies to balance authenticity and credibility in your content

(02:46) - Natalie’s Story (08:22) - Keynote Moment: Allowing Herself to Be Seen (11:52) - Vulnerability and the Truth About Inspiration (16:06) - Taking the Leap: Showing Up Online (17:55) - Sharing Your Struggles to Inspire Others (19:52) - The Scrapbook of Truth: Real Life, Real Struggles, Real Growth (25:10) - Pain Shared Is Pain Divided (28:02) - The Power of Stillness (31:49) - Your Thoughts Are Not Facts (35:53) - The Self-Extraction Process (37:23) - Using Stories to Showcase Your Personality (42:45) - Attitude Over Circumstance: Showing Up Every Day (45:19) - Why Competence Beats Confidence (47:08) - Consistency Over Motivation: Building Your Social Media Plan

• Website | https://nataliebuchoz.com/
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Most people know Gretchen Rossi from reality TV, but her story goes far beyond the screen.

Gretchen has been building influence long before the word “influencer” existed. She has built a brand that feels intentional, grounded, and enduring. She has navigated public attention with grace, and she has done it while remaining true to her purpose.

In this episode, Emily sits down with Gretchen to uncover the real mechanics of influence. Gretchen talks about building trust, staying consistent, and refusing to sacrifice integrity for a quick win. She also shares how faith has shaped her identity and guided her decisions, even when the spotlight felt heavy. If you want influence that lasts, a platform that becomes a real business, and a life that stays true to purpose in a world that rewards noise, this episode is for you.

• The difference between being seen and being influential
• What separates real influence from temporary fame
• How to build trust without oversharing
• How faith fuels confidence, resilience, and identity
• How to steward visibility with wisdom and purpose

(02:07) - Gretchen Beyond Reality TV (05:32) - Building Trust Takes Time (07:00) - Choosing Trust Over Profit (08:08) - Showing Up Even When Life Gets Hard (11:05) - How Much Should You Share Online? (17:56) - Faith Before Fame (26:24) - Where Confidence Really Comes From (29:00) - Your Gift Is the Key to Your Purpose (29:54) - Visibility vs Sustainability (37:03) - Building a Business Around Real Value (42:04) - Creating Content That Scales (46:05) - The Purpose-Driven Influencer Mindset

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