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1030. How To Be A Christian Influencer Or Creator with Tiara Jones Jul 21, 2026

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What if you didn't have to choose between living for God and living out loud? In this powerful conversation, fashion content creator Tiara Jones reveals how she built a thriving brand with over 100K followers—all while keeping Christ at the center. From cutting off her hair to landing major brand deals, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about faith, fashion, and following your God-given purpose.

Lish sits down with Tiara Jones—fashion influencer, "Meet Boston" host, and unapologetic woman of faith—for a real, unfiltered conversation about walking through your God-given doors without waiting for permission.

In This Episode:

⭐ How God moved Tiara from Chicago to New York to Boston—and why obedience unlocked blessings she never saw coming

⭐ The truth about modesty most churches get wrong (hint: it's about holiness, not the male gaze)

⭐ Real talk on landing legit brand partnerships with Dove, Macy's, Walmart & more—plus why "faith without deeds" is keeping Christian creators stuck

⭐ Her raw journey to embracing natural hair, darker skin, and true beauty rooted in Christ—not makeup or wigs

⭐ Marriage wisdom on preparation, community, and praying boldly: "God, if this ends in divorce, cancel this wedding right now"

⭐ How to battle selfish ambition and stay humble as God elevates you

Whether you're a Christian content creator, a fashion lover, a woman waiting on love, or someone trying to glorify God outside the four walls of the church—this episode is your permission slip to stop shrinking and start showing up.

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1029. How To Communicate to Elevate Your Relationship, Business & Life! Jul 14, 2026

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What if the reason you keep having the same argument with your spouse, parent, or best friend isn't that they don't care—but that you've never actually learned how to communicate? In this powerful episode of I'll Just Let Myself In, Lish Speaks breaks down why communication is both the easiest and hardest it's ever been, and how mastering it could be the missing key to the peace and healthy relationships you've been praying for.

If you've ever felt misunderstood, walked on eggshells, or held your feelings in for years, this one's for you.

In This Episode:

🗣️ The 5 Pillars of Communication—Clarity, Active Listening, Mutual Understanding, Relevance, and Assertiveness—explained in a practical, real-life way (no need to be "articulate" to apply them)

💡 Why sitting in silence with your own uncomfortable feelings is the secret to communicating clearly and leaving zero ambiguity

❤️ The cheat code Liz uses to avoid arguments with her husband, parents, and friends: entering every conversation to understand more than to be understood

🚩 How to know when someone has already made up their mind about you—and when it's time to simply stop talking

🙏 The surprising connection between the Holy Spirit, the Day of Pentecost, and your God-given power to communicate with people who "speak a different emotional language"

Whether you're navigating marriage, parenting, friendship, business partnerships, or just trying to protect your actual peace (not the fake kind you cry about in therapy every week), these tools can genuinely transform how you connect with the people who matter most.

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1028. Decide This Season Will Be Different: In Life , In Work, In Love Jul 07, 2026

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If you stayed in the house with the blinds closed all winter—and you stay in the house with the blinds closed all summer—it won't matter that the season outside has changed. The truth is, a new season can't change YOUR life unless you decide to change with it.

In this episode of I'll Just Let Myself In, Lish Speaks gets real about how to make this season—whether it's literal summer or a new chapter of your life—the best one you've ever had. No permission slips. No imaginary tables. Just you walking through your God-given doors.

In This Episode:

🔑 Why deciding your season will be different is the powerful first step to real change—and how a single decision shifts everything around you

🌿 The art of "making a big deal out of the little things" (aka romanticizing your life) and why the little moments are what actually make a big life

🙏 How to shed the old layers—worry, shame, defensiveness—that no longer fit the season you're stepping into

💭 The mindset trap of staying stuck in "who you think you are" so much that you miss who you're becoming

✨ Why you DESERVE this season—and how believing you don't deserve it can stop you faster than any obstacle

Whether you're a busy parent, an entrepreneur craving calm, someone entering a brand-new chapter, or just ready to stop making excuses and finally live—this conversation will spark something in you. Grab your journal, ask yourself what you actually want this season to look like, and let's make it happen together.

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1027. Focusing On Your Blessings- How Gratitude Will Change Your Life Jun 30, 2026

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When God makes you wait for something, it's going to be worth the wait. But here's the question: are you spending more time upset about what you're waiting on, or grateful for the abundance already surrounding you? In this episode, Lish Speaks gets real about the spiritual game-changer that transformed her from a chronic worrier and overthinker into a woman of faith and gratitude—her "blessing blinders."

If you've ever caught yourself scrolling, comparing, and feeling like everyone around you is just a little more blessed than you... this one's for you.

What We Cover in This Episode:

🙏 The "blessing blinders" concept—what it means and how it keeps you locked in on YOUR race (just like a horse in a derby) instead of getting distracted by everyone else's highlight reel

🛑 How to STOP the comparison game once and for all—and why someone is looking at your life wishing they had what you have right now

💪 Using your blessings to motivate you to "behave"—how gratitude can fuel better habits with your finances, wellness, and character

✨ Why blessings are the evidence of God's goodness—and how focusing on them unlocks even more

🔄 The truth about seasons: how quickly life can shift from lack to abundance (and back)—so stay present and grateful NOW

📓 A simple daily challenge to count your blessings and watch your life start to bloom

This is your reminder that it is God's PLEASURE to bless you. If you're in a season of struggle OR a season of abundance, this episode will encourage you to reset, refocus, and lean into everything that's already going right.

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1026. What The NY Knicks Winning The 2026 NBA Championship Taught Me Jun 23, 2026

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The New York Knicks just made history—winning the 2026 NBA Championship after 53 long years! 🏆 But this isn't just a celebration episode. What if the Knicks' incredible playoff run could teach you everything you need to know about chasing YOUR dreams, silencing the doubters, and walking through your God-given doors?

In this episode of I'll Just Let Myself In, your girl Lish Speaks breaks down 5 powerful life lessons hidden in the Knicks' championship victory—from being underestimated during your "regular season" to fighting back when you're down by 29.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

🔹 Why a "regular season" doesn't define your destiny—and how being underestimated can be your greatest advantage

🔹 The truth about losing back-to-back and STILL being on track for greatness (Knicks went 0-2 then made history!)

🔹 How no one can stop the people God placed in your life to cheer you on (and why a "block them out" mentality already means you've lost)

🔹 Why you can't live to prove the doubters wrong—because the numbers don't lie, even when people refuse to admit your greatness

🔹 Jalen Brunson's MVP-worthy mindset: "You're allowed to think of the worst-case scenario, but then you've got to go out there and DO something about it."

From storming 34th Street and Madison Square Garden until 2 AM, to unpacking the spiritual significance of a host of supporters cheering you on in unexpected places—this episode blends sports, faith, and real-life motivation in a way you won't forget.

Whether you're a die-hard Knicks fan, an NBA lover, or someone in the middle of your own comeback story, this one's for YOU.

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1025. Narratives: How To Correct The Negative Stories You Tell Yourself To Propel You Forward Jun 09, 2026

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The story you've been telling yourself might be the very thing holding you back from everything God has for you. In this powerful episode of I'll Just Let Myself In, Lish Speaks gets vulnerable about the hidden narratives that quietly shape our lives—from how we see ourselves to how we see the people who've hurt us. If you've ever wondered why you self-sabotage, give up too soon, or can't seem to move past your childhood, this conversation is for you.

What We Cover In This Episode:

🧠 What narratives actually are, how your brain forms them, and why they can either propel you forward or keep you stuck—even when life is going great

💔 The real talk on negative self-narratives, worthiness issues, and that sneaky belief that "if it doesn't happen fast, it won't happen at all"

👨‍👩‍👧 How to handle the narratives we carry about our parents, our childhood, and the people who've hurt us—without oversimplifying or pretending it didn't happen

🔄 Practical ways to recognize, dismantle, and reframe the stories holding you back, plus why a good sermon alone won't fix it (and when to call a therapist)

✝️ The faith-based mindset shift rooted in 2 Corinthians 10:5—taking every thought captive and making it work in YOUR favor

Lish opens up about her own journey as a newlywed, entrepreneur, and creative—including the honest conversations she's had with her husband, her parents, and herself about giving up too soon. This is deep, encouraging, real-life stuff about healing, growth, and walking through your God-given doors.

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1024. Do You Have Vision? How To Create Pathways To Success with Christal Brown Jun 02, 2026

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What if the very success you've built is the barricade keeping love, healing, and your true purpose out? In this powerful conversation, Coach Christal Brown—known to clients worldwide as "The Vision Coach"—reveals why you were "born whole" and how everything else is just a fragment along the way back to yourself. From scheduling her first sexual experience at 16 to abstaining for 13 years, from welfare mom to building a house from the ground up, this episode is a masterclass in walking through your God-given doors.

🎙️ In this episode of "I'll Just Let Myself In" with Lish Speaks, we cover:

🔑 The difference between leadership and control—and why the man "presenting strong" isn't always the one truly leading the household

🔑 Why you don't get to heal your way—the hard truth that your way is how you got there in the first place

🔑 Authenticity vs. maintaining a character—how to align your current self with your future self in the next 5 minutes, 5 hours, and 5 years

🔑 Boundaries vs. borders vs. barricades—and how to stop calling self-protection "standards" when it's really blocking your blessings

🔑 Single motherhood, abstinence & intimacy—real talk on knowing yourself before being known, and why withholding can save you years of heartbreak

🔑 From dancer to thought leader—the Phylicia Rashad moment that confirmed Christal's gift, plus how she built tables instead of waiting for a seat

Whether you're navigating love later in life, doing the deep inner work of solitude, raising emotionally intelligent children, or finally ready to cast a vision for your future self—this conversation will awaken something in you.

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1023. Are You A Powerlessness Christian? Pt. 2 May 26, 2026

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In Part 2 of "The Powerless Christian," Lish Speaks delivers practical, life-changing solutions to help you walk in the full power God has given you. If you've ever felt defeated, anxious, or stuck in your Christian walk, this episode will remind you that powerlessness and Christianity cannot coexist—and show you exactly how to break free.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• The Power of God's Word – Why being in the Bible daily is your secret weapon against anxiety, doubt, and defeat (plus the one Romans scripture that changes everything)

• The Company You Keep Matters – How "devil's advocate" friends are literally corrupting your faith, and why successful believers protect their circle fiercely

• Prayer as Your Lifeline – The Philippians 4 framework for presenting your requests to God with petition (not just once, but constantly) and experiencing peace that transcends understanding

• Why God WANTS You to Win – Breaking the lie that God is offended by your struggles or repeated prayers, and understanding that He takes pleasure in blessing you

• Practical Steps to Stop Feeling Powerless – Real talk about cutting off negative energy, building faith-filled habits, and surrounding yourself with people who believe God can do the impossible

This isn't just motivational talk—this is biblical truth combined with real-life application. Whether you're battling addiction, financial stress, relationship struggles, or just feeling stuck in your purpose, this episode will equip you with the tools to walk in the abundant life Jesus promised in John 10:10.

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1022. Are Your A Powerless Christian? Pt. 1 May 12, 2026

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Are you living as a POWERLESS Christian?

If you've been praying for breakthrough but feeling stuck... if you believe God can move mountains for others but struggle to believe He'll do it for YOU... then this episode is about to shake some things up. We're diving into the uncomfortable truth about why so many believers feel powerless when we serve an ALL-POWERFUL God. This is Part 1 of a two-part series that might just change everything.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE'RE UNPACKING:
• Why "powerless Christian" is an oxymoron that shouldn't exist—and how to recognize if you're living this way
• The real reason believers struggle to overcome sin, transform their marriages, and break free from patterns (hint: it's not what you think)
• What Jesus' frustration with His disciples in Matthew 17 reveals about the power you already have but aren't using
• 5 signs you might be behaving like a powerless Christian (worry, fear of the future, believing God's goodness is only for others, and more)
• How the enemy uses fury and deception to keep you from plugging into your everlasting power source
• The difference between needing a "battery change" from church services vs. staying continuously connected to God's power

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1021. IJLMI: Into Late Bloomers May 05, 2026

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Think you're too old to start over? Think you've missed your chance? Think again.

Your age isn't holding you back—your perception of being "late" is. In this powerful episode, Lish breaks down why the concept of being a "late bloomer" is actually a gift, not a curse. If you've ever felt behind in life, this message will completely shift your perspective on timing, purpose, and God's plan for your life.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• You're younger than you think - Why your current age is actually the perfect time to start that thing you've been putting off (yes, even if you're in your 50s, 60s, or 70s)

• Nothing is wasted - How every past mistake, delay, and detour is actually preparing you for your next season of success

• Late to who? - The eye-opening truth about comparison and why the only person you're actually "behind" is your future self

• Real talk about waiting - Lish shares her personal story of getting married at 35 as a virgin and why she'd wait all over again for what God had planned

• The late bloomer advantage - Why blooming later often means you'll appreciate, protect, and sustain your success in ways early bloomers never do

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