Managing winter blues requires intentional preparation. Learn to spot the early signs of SAD and find peace in God's timing.

As the seasons shift, many of us feel a noticeable change in our mood and energy levels. In this conversation, we discuss practical ways to recognize the symptoms of winter blues before they settle in, ensuring you stay grounded during the colder months. It is a space for anyone who finds the transition into winter challenging and is looking for a way to maintain their mental and spiritual well-being.

We explore how to manage SAD by aligning your daily rhythm with a focus on faith and intentional self-care. By addressing these changes early, we can move through the darker months with a sense of stability rather than surprise. This reflection serves as a reminder that even when our environment feels heavy, we are held by a grace that transcends the changing weather. Embracing God's perfect timing allows us to navigate these shifts with patience and quiet confidence.

Let us know in the comments how you are preparing your heart and routine for the coming season this week.

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What if golf was never really about golf? Scott Dotson says the course is a classroom for character, and once you learn how to handle one bad shot, you start learning how to handle life, work, family, and faith.

On this episode of Thrive by The Rising Muse, Scott shares the deeply personal journey that shaped his new book, Par for the Soul - from losing his mother at 23 to a lifetime of searching for meaning, resilience, and spiritual grounding. What began with ambition, sports, and a long career at State Farm becomes a powerful conversation about purpose, identity, and what it means to become the kind of person you are when nobody is watching.

You’ll discover:

Why Scott calls golf a “classroom” for patience, kindness, courage, and accountability

The “power of next” and how to let go of failure without carrying it into your next moment

Why character matters more than results, success, or public image

How Scripture, sports psychology, and everyday life all point to the same core truths

Why asking “Who are you at your core?” may be the most important question you never answer

Scott also introduces his Christian Compass framework - N for next, E for every, S for simple, and W for willing - a practical way to stay grounded, stay teachable, and keep growing even after retirement, reinvention, or disappointment.

If you’re trying to rebuild after loss, rethink your direction, or stop letting old mistakes define your future, this conversation offers a clear and compassionate roadmap. It’s especially powerful for anyone craving purpose, faith, and a better way to measure success.

Perfect for golfers and non-golfers alike, this episode is a reminder that thriving is not about being perfect. It’s about being willing, being honest, and becoming better one decision at a time.

Scott Dotson spent 40 years at State Farm in accounting management and as an agent before becoming an author and speaker focused on character development, faith, and purposeful living. He is the author of Par for the Soul and creator of the free 7-day character challenge at ownyourheadspace.com.

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Healing from trauma is possible when you stop letting your past dictate your future. Discover how to move forward with peace.

In this conversation, we discuss the nuances of a healing journey and what it looks like to acknowledge past experiences without remaining stuck in them. It can be difficult to separate who you are from what you have endured, but finding emotional healing is a vital step toward reclaiming your identity. This discussion is for anyone who feels burdened by their history and is looking for a way to embrace a more intentional path forward.

We explore the importance of aligning your perspective with spiritual truth, specifically focusing on trusting in God's perfect timing. By shifting our focus away from the pain of our origins, we can cultivate hope that sustains us through difficult seasons. This reflection reminds us that our story does not end with our hardship; instead, it becomes the foundation for the grace we carry now.

Let us know in the comments how you are trusting in God's perfect timing during your own season of growth this week.

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