The Sister Circle Podcast

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#587 – How to Keep More of What You Earn Oct 05, 2026

Show notes

Saving money, stopping impulse spending, and building better money habits aren’t only about having more discipline. They require knowing where your money is going and creating systems that help you make wiser decisions.

In this episode, I’m talking about how to stop the money leaks and keep more of what you earn. We’ll talk about reviewing your spending, identifying the habits costing you money, interrupting impulse purchases, setting financial boundaries, and giving your savings a purpose.

You’ll also get practical questions to ask yourself before spending and simple ways to create more friction between you and an unnecessary purchase.

Because saving isn’t punishment—it’s preparation for the life you want to be ready to live.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Identifying your money leaks
Interrupting impulse spending
Setting financial boundaries
Building better money habits

Related Resources

Ready to keep working on your money habits? Listen to Episode #577 – The Truth About Money, Discipline, and Growing Up.
Want practical help moving toward greater financial stability? Check out Episode #581 with Theresa Bartelle.
If shame or avoidance keeps you from looking at your finances, listen to Episode #571 with Jade Warshaw.

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#586 – Don’t Let That Hold You Back with Annie F. Downs Sep 21, 2026

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Do you wish you could move forward in life, but feel stuck because things aren’t working out? In this episode of the podcast, Annie F. Downs joins me to chat about her latest book, “Don’t Let That Hold You Back,” and her journey through singleness, dating, and grief.

I know this conversation will encourage you to believe that God still has more in store for you. Even when you can’t see it, your story is still being written.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Grieving Unfulfilled Dreams
Finding Good Friends
Advocating For Yourself

Related Resources

Connect with Annie F. Downs on Instagram, X, or Facebook.
Grab a copy of Annie’s book: Don’t Let That Hold You Back: A Bold Guide to Finding the Life You’re Longing For.
Hear more from Annie on That Sounds Fun Podcast.
Stay connected with Annie by visiting her website.

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#585 – Preparation Gives You Options Sep 07, 2026

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Are you prepared for all that the future may bring? Whether it’s your financial stability or emotional well-being, you want to be able to withstand the winds of life and keep from getting knocked over.

In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you exercise your agency and prepare for the future based on what you know now. By moving with wisdom, you can release the need to worry about what may happen and create a plan to help manage life’s interruptions.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Activating agency
Resisting worry
Cultivating options

Related Resources

Check out my conversation with Travis Greene about what happens when prayer meets preparation.
Listen to this podcast episode to learn how to take your power back and move forward in your life.

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#584 – Take Your Power Back Aug 31, 2026

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One of the hardest things to face is the reality of a situation. It’s so much easier to hide from what’s happening, but when we decide to do something about frustrating circumstances, that’s when we can really take ownership of our lives.

In this episode of the podcast, I address what causes us to remain stagnant and the things we can do to activate agency in our lives.

No matter what has happened in your life, you have the power within you to take ownership of the next step you take. I’ll help you do just that.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Facing the facts about your situation
Having the courage to heal
Living within your capacity

Related Resources

Before you can exercise agency, you have to be able to identify what this season calls for. Check out this podcast episode on knowing what season you’re in.
Listen to my conversation with Sally Clarkson to hear her advice for owning your story.
Use the two-list rule to determine what to carry and what to release in this season.

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#583 – Trust God When It Doesn’t Make Sense Aug 17, 2026

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How important is prayer to you? For author and speaker Heather Thompson Day, prayer is her lifeline to God. It’s what keeps her going when life seems to take a turn for the worse. And when those prayers, those petitions to God, have been answered over time, it’s amazing to witness the promises God has fulfilled.

During our conversation, I was reminded of the power of pressing through the hard times, because that’s when we draw closer to Him like never before. If you’re looking for a sign to keep going on your journey, then this episode is for you.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Starting your day with God
Putting others first in prayer
Trusting when life is hard

Related Resources

Connect with Heather Thompson Day on Instagram, YouTube, or Facebook.
Grab a copy of Heather’s book, What If I’m Wrong?: Navigating the Waves of Fear and Failure
Visit Heather’s website to learn about her Friday Night Light newsletter and other books she’s written.

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#582 – The Two-List Rule Aug 03, 2026

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Are you tired of trying to manage everyone and everything in your life? In this episode of the podcast, I’ll give you a strategy for getting clear on what is yours to carry and what is yours to release in this season.

You’ll want to get your paper and pen out for this one. It’s time to let go of stress and overwhelm and operate in abundance and overflow. But first, we have to write it all down.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Paying attention to your emotions
Allowing surrender and action to coexist
Letting God handle the outcome

Related Resources

Check out this podcast episode to learn more about what this season is asking of you.
Listen to this podcast episode, which serves as a reminder that you can’t carry it all.
Read this special blog post on the Art of Saying No.
Join the Inner Circle

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#581 – From Financial Stress to Financial Stability with Theresa Bartelle Jul 26, 2026

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Are you living paycheck to paycheck, struggling with budgeting, or wondering why financial freedom feels out of reach? In this episode, I’m sitting down with financial coach Theresa Bartelle to discuss biblical money management, budgeting, financial mindset, and practical steps to break free from financial stress.

Theresa shares her powerful story of going from financial overwhelm as a young military wife to helping women build wealth, eliminate financial dysfunction, and steward money God’s way. In this episode, we unpack common budgeting mistakes, scarcity thinking, emergency funds, retirement planning, and why obedience – not income – is often the key to lasting financial peace.

Whether you’re trying to get out of debt, save money, create a budget, or simply become a better steward of what God has entrusted to you, this conversation will encourage you to face your finances with courage, wisdom, and hope.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Facing your financial reality
Breaking dysfunctional habits
Choosing daily obedience

Related Resources

Connect with Theresa Bartelle on Instagram or listen to her podcast.
Book your free consultation.

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#580 – Build a Life that Can Hold More Jul 20, 2026

Show notes

Is your life set up to handle all the things you’re responsible for? What if I told you that it’s possible to build a life that not only supports the season you’re in now, but everything you’ve been asking God for?

In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you set up systems and rhythms that support your life and the woman you’re growing into. This episode will motivate and equip you to do what it takes to live your life well.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Identifying this season
Engaging with God
Protecting what He’s building

Related Resources

Before you can grow, you have to know where you are. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what this season is asking of you.
Check out this podcast episode to identify the leaks in your life.
Grab the 21 Day Journey on Boundaries.

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#579 – What is This Season Asking of You? Jul 13, 2026

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How do you respond when seasons shift in your life? Do you continue on as if nothing’s changed, or do you do what’s necessary to meet the present moment?

In this episode, I discuss how to get honest about your capacity and move with intention. What worked for you yesterday may not work for you today, and I’m here to help you steward this season well.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Stop living in denial
Release old expectations
Make necessary changes

Related Resources

Listen to this podcast episode and learn how to expand your capacity for what God has next.
Struggling with knowing the season you’re in? This podcast episode will help you find your way.
Need a little more encouragement? This podcast episode breaks down what to do when seasons change.
Check out my mom’s book and bible study: Seasons of a Woman’s Life and Seasons of a Woman’s Life Bible Study!

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#578 – How to Expand Your Capacity for What God Has Next Jul 06, 2026

Show notes

Have you ever asked God to help you grow in a specific area, only to doubt that He could come through for you? I know how easy it is for fear to creep in when you’re asking for more, but if you’re ready to see abundance and overflow at work in your life, you’ll have to first believe that it’s possible.

In this episode of the podcast, I share my strategy for partnering with God in the process of expanding my capacity. Prepare to position yourself for all that God has for you.

Highlights from Today’s Episode

Believing God for more
Being in the right rooms
Embracing boundaries

Related Resources

Ready to receive all that God has for you? Listen to this podcast episode and learn how to make room for overflow.
Need even more encouragement? This podcast episode with Cassandra Speer is your reminder that abundance is here.
Grab my Daily Tracker to begin setting limits and maximizing your time.

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