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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Breaking a 40-year marijuana addiction is possible. Learn how surrender and faith created a path to lasting freedom.

Many people believe that long-term patterns are impossible to change, but this conversation explores how shifting your perspective can alter your life. We discuss the specific timeline of overcoming a marijuana addiction and why relying on personal strength alone often falls short.

True recovery journey success often requires admitting that you cannot do it by yourself. By prioritizing faith and healing, you open the door to a different kind of stability. If you are struggling with breaking habits that have defined your identity for decades, this discussion provides a roadmap for finding peace and clarity through surrender.

Let us know in the comments how you are finding strength and surrender in your own life this week.

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Does it feel like God is absent? Learn why silence is not a sign of distance, but an invitation to trust deeper in your faith.

In this gentle conversation, we discuss the intersection of mental health and spiritual seasons. It can be easy to equate a quiet period in life with abandonment, but often, these moments are where we find the most profound growth. This discussion is for anyone currently navigating a dry season and looking for reassurance that they are not walking alone.

We explore how to maintain a healthy perspective when your prayers seem unanswered and how to lean on your family for support during difficult times. By reframing our understanding of silence, we can move from feelings of isolation to a place of peace. This practice of mindful faith helps us stay grounded even when we cannot see the immediate path forward.

Let us know in the comments how you maintain your trust in God during quiet seasons.

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Break free from shame in motherhood by learning to align your heart with God's perfect timing.

We often carry the weight of unmet expectations, but true peace comes when we stop judging our journey against others. This conversation explores the intersection of faith and mental health, offering a space to release the pressure of being perfect. We discuss how to navigate the internal struggles that many women face, providing a reminder that your worth is not defined by your productivity.

By addressing the roots of identity in motherhood, we can begin to cultivate a healthier relationship with ourselves and our families. It is time to let go of the guilt that keeps us stuck and move toward the grace we are already given.

Let us know in the comments how you are practicing grace in your own season of life today.

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What if the shame, flashbacks, and silence after abuse are not the end of your story? Lashanda Williams reveals how survival becomes healing, how forgiveness becomes freedom, and why trauma does not get the final word.

As the CEO of Thrive with Purpose, Lashanda Williams shares her journey from childhood molestation and ancestral abuse to becoming a Christian sexual abuse, life, and mental health coach helping women reclaim identity, purpose, and peace. This conversation goes far beyond testimony - it is a raw, faith-filled look at what it really takes to move from secrecy to release.

You'll discover:

Why speaking your story out loud can be the first step toward healing

The difference between forgiveness and unsafe access, especially with family

How guilt, shame, and PTSD can shape relationships, parenting, and intimacy

Why journaling, Celebrate Recovery, counseling, and godly wisdom matter

How Romans 8:28 becomes more than a verse when your life has been shattered

The conversation also tackles a hard truth many churches still avoid: prayer matters, but it is not the only layer of healing. The Rising Muse and Lashanda Williams break down the stigma around therapy, the danger of silence, and why survivors need more than a sermon when they are carrying lifelong trauma.

If you have ever wondered whether healing is possible after abuse, or if you know someone who is still carrying pain they have never named, this episode offers hope, language, and a path forward. Essential listening for survivors, faith leaders, and anyone ready to stop hiding and start healing.

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In this episode of Thrive by The Rising Muse, Naty Matos discusses the profound impact that earthly fathers have on our understanding of God as our Heavenly Father. The conversation explores themes of father absence, the role of mothers, and the importance of presence in parenting. It emphasizes the need for healing from past wounds and the significance of recognizing God as a loving and perfect father. The episode also highlights the importance of breaking generational cycles and the role of community in raising children.

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