We're all guilty of saying it. Myself included. But do we understand the effects that take place when we say 'I don't have time'? And more importantly, are we willing to do something about it?

In today’s episode, we’re confronting one of the biggest lies Christian writers believe: “I don’t have time to write.”

Because the truth is … time isn’t the problem. Priorities and spiritual alignment are.

We’ll explore:

• The hidden heart posture behind “I don’t have time”

• How fear and procrastination sabotage your calling

• The surprising connection between apathy and your time

• Why God cares about the desires He placed in your heart — including your writing

You’ll walk away encouraged, challenged, and equipped to steward your time with purpose (and peace).

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In today’s episode, we're doing something crazy. We're looking at fear from a different perspective and, dare I say, in a positive light.

No, I'm not kidding.

Many are familiar with fear on a number of levels—whether physical, psychological, or even spiritual. We understand the basic concepts around the fight or flight response. However, I'd love to unpack the cost of fear—both the good and the bad. Because the Lord dropped something so profound into my spirit this week, I can't wait to share it with you.

If you’ve ever wrestled with fear in your writing life—fear of failure, fear of man, fear of visibility, or fear of not being “enough”—then this episode is for you. We’ll explore the emotional, spiritual, and practical cost of fear, and then shift our focus to the kind of fear that brings freedom, wisdom, and transformation.

My heart is to help you build a writing life rooted in God’s rhythms of grace—not intimidation, striving, or torment. This conversation goes deep, but it also extends hope, clarity, and an invitation to partner with the right kind of fear.

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You don’t have to walk this journey alone—God is with you, and I’m cheering you on every step of the way.

Interruptions are inevitable in the chaos of mom life, but they don’t have to derail your writing goals. In this episode of Grace Despite the Chaos, Desiree shares how female Christian writers can reframe perfection, handle daily interruptions with grace, and rediscover the joy of co-writing with Jesus.

Standing upon biblical truths about time and maturity, this conversation will help you replace hustle with peace and invite God into every part of your writing journey. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by lost time, vanishing ideas, or mom-life chaos, this episode will remind you that God multiplies the time you yield to Him.

Tune in and learn how to build a grace-filled, sustainable writing life rooted in faith.

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Are you a Christian writer struggling with time scarcity?

In this episode, we dive into a biblical view of time to help you reframe scarcity mindsets, embrace God’s rhythms of grace, and write from a place of peace and abundance.

Together, we learn how to trust God’s timing, steward your creative calling well, and find freedom from burnout as you co-write with Him.

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Wonder if there will ever be enough time to write?

In this episode of Heart for Creatives, we dig into the root of time scarcity and how hustle culture has crept into our writing lives.

Together we’ll uncover:

• the difference between hustle and surrendered work,
• how fear and perfectionism steal our time,
• and how surrendering our rhythms to Jesus brings freedom and fruit that lasts.

If you’re a Christian author longing for sustainable, grace-filled writing rhythms, this conversation will nourish your spirit and point you back to God’s timing.

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Why did God make you a writer?

In this episode of Heart for Creatives, we explore one of the most overlooked keys to marketing with purpose—clarity rooted in identity.

If you're a Christian author overwhelmed by what to say, how to show up, or who you're truly writing for, this episode is your permission slip to slow down and seek Jesus for answers.

Together we walk through three intentional reflection questions to help you:

• Discover why God made you a writer
• Clarify how He wants to use your words
• Identify who you’re called to serve

We'll walk away with permission to stop overthinking your message, a reminder to align your marketing strategies with your God-given creativity, and the freedom to communicate with grace—not grind. Plus, we’ll talk about how to ditch soul-sucking hustle tactics and embrace sustainable rhythms (yes, even without social media!).

Grab your journal and settle in. These questions will stretch your spirit, spark fresh inspiration, and help you build a writing life that honors the Lord and blesses your readers.

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Are you constantly wrestling with your to-do list, chasing deadlines, and still feeling like there’s never enough time?

In today's Heart Chat, we dive deeply into a personal conversation about what it really means to steward time as a female Christian author. You’ll explore how hustle culture mimics scammers, how misplaced productivity can damage what matters most, and how God’s view of time can radically reshape your writing journey.

You’ll walk away with two revelations the Lord revealed to me—truths that will help you reclaim your peace, shift your mindset, and co-write with Jesus in a way that’s freeing and fruitful.

If you’re ready to cancel burnout, dethrone the scarcity mindset, and rediscover the joy of living and writing with God, this episode will meet you right where you are.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to offer your time to God as an act of worship
• What hustle culture and scammers have in common
• The one choice you can make today that will impact all your tomorrows
• Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode will encourage you to trade striving for the unforced rhythms of grace.

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Are you ready to surrender your writing career fully to God—but unsure what that actually looks like in the thick of business, burnout, and blank pages?

In this episode of Heart for Creatives, we unpack three deeply intentional prayers that invite Kingdom transformation into your creative process, your author business, and your heart.

From being purified in God’s presence to being consumed with His love, you'll walk away with fresh clarity and Spirit-led encouragement for your next faithful step as a female Christian writer.

Whether you’re navigating a refinement season or wrestling with self-doubt, these prayers will anchor you back to God’s heart and reframe your writing through the lens of Kingdom impact.

You’ll explore:

➡️ Why praying “Lord, use me” will change everything

➡️ The beauty of choosing God’s presence over His promises

➡️ How to see your readers and audience through the eyes of Christ

➡️ The Holy Spirit’s role in creative revival and daily surrender

So grab your journal, find a quiet space, and let this episode minister to your writer’s heart. You’re not creating alone—you’re co-writing with the Creator.

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