This episode is a little different, in the best way. We're letting you in on part of our monthly call with our investors, where we walk through what we're seeing in the markets, how we're navigating the swings, and what's really happening behind the scenes inside our multi-asset fund. We've always believed in high transparency, so think of this as us inviting you to sit in the call with us and just listen in.

We talk honestly about the shifts we saw this month, the rate cuts, the changes in liquidity, the crypto pullbacks, and how we're making decisions from a long-term, legacy lens instead of reacting to every little bump. We also break down how funds actually work, why performance can look different month to month, and what we personally look at when things feel uncertain.

And of course, we go deeper into the mindset piece, because so much of investing is navigating your own emotions. We've had the same late-night thoughts you've probably had, the "is this normal?" questions, and we talk through how we stay grounded, what data keeps us steady, and why zooming out always brings the clarity back. We also share how our faith shapes these moments by remembering our God-given mandate to multiply what He's entrusted to us and to steward it well for the long haul.

If you've ever wondered what it actually sounds like when we walk our investors through a real-time fund update, this is it. A little raw, very real, and packed with the exact perspective we lean on when building generational wealth in a shaky market.

Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:33] Inside Our Investor Call: Key Questions
[00:04:58] Jonathan's Market Breakdown
[00:07:41] Staying Grounded Through Market Swings
[00:13:01] The Mindset Shift Most Investors Miss
[00:21:21] Closing Thoughts & Big Picture Perspective

Memorable Quotes:

"We believe it's a God-given mandate to multiply your wealth, your resources, your finances. And so that is why we have an investment fund." [00:23:39] – Melissa Edmiston

"Legacy building is long-term. It's generational wealth that we're trying to build here. And that's what I want to just make sure that we're keeping our focus on for multi-generational." [00:24:30] – Jonathan Edmiston

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Some days just feel heavier than they should, and I want to be honest about what that looks like instead of pretending it's all together. I talk about how easy it is to fall into comparison, isolation, or feeling like you have to hold it all together, even when life is overwhelming. I share the thoughts I wrestled with, the lies that crept in, and how it felt to hear someone say, "You're not crazy, I've been there too." This episode is a reminder that being real and vulnerable is often the doorway back to connection, clarity, and truth.

I get into what it really meant to be "under it," when negative thoughts, hormones, and spiritual pressure all hit at once. I walk through the tools that helped me get through: prayer, reading the Word, fasting, and letting someone safe into the process. You'll hear me talk about identity, old lies resurfacing, and how even messy seasons can strengthen us.

I also share the moment things shifted when I finally told someone what I was walking through, and why staying isolated just makes it worse. I talk about keeping my eyes on Jesus, even when emotions feel overwhelming, and how Jonathan and community helped me find a breakthrough. You'll hear why it's truly "okay to not be okay," and why being honest with yourself and others is powerful.

Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:40] The Power of Sharing Struggles: You're Not Alone
[00:04:51] It's Okay to Not Be Okay: Permission to Feel
[00:06:38] Mind Battles: Spiritual Warfare, Hormones, & Identity
[00:22:07] Practical Tools: Prayer, Fasting, & Asking for Help
[00:30:44] Breakthrough Moments: Community, Worship, & Unity

Memorable Quotes:

"We can't think that the calling on our lives, the assignments, and the things that God wants us to carry out and do aren't gonna require us to prune things in our life." [00:08:51] – Melissa Edmiston

"I want you to know that that is okay, that that is expected, that that is normal, and that you're not alone." [00:21:06] – Melissa Edmiston

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Sometimes, the people around you can change your life in ways you never expect. I sit down with my amazing niece, Talia, to talk about her journey from chasing acceptance in college to finding real freedom and purpose through faith. We share how consistent love, prayer, and simply living your beliefs can have a lasting impact, even when you're not trying to force anything. It's a powerful story full of hope, showing how faith can quietly transform a life over time.

Talia opens up about what it was like growing up with little faith, struggling to fit in, and feeling like something was missing. She talks about how moving in with us, experiencing our way of life, and being prayed for helped her start to see a bigger picture. You'll hear how small choices, the right environment, and guidance from people who care can create life-changing moments. It's a reminder that prayer and patience really do make a difference.

We also get into the practical side of walking out your faith, making decisions that line up with your values, finding community, and building the life you actually want. Talia shares how she's applied this in her own life, from career shifts to new experiences and meaningful relationships. This episode is full of encouragement for anyone wanting to see change in themselves or someone they love, and a reminder that transformation takes time, love, and a commitment to living intentionally.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:30] Meet Talia Danno
[00:02:04] Living with the Edmiston's
[00:04:36] Talia's Faith Journey
[00:10:28] A New Path in Life
[00:16:58] The Blessings of Flexibility and Faith
[00:17:41] The Importance of Relationship Equity
[00:17:58] A Life-Changing Move
[00:18:13] Struggles and Realizations in College
[00:21:38] A Miraculous Healing
[00:23:50] A Defining Moment of Faith
[00:28:57] Walking the Path of Faith
[00:33:46] Encouragement and Final Thoughts

Memorable Quotes:

" Relationship equity is so important. Who you meet, who you connect with, can change your life. Your one connection away from any possibility." [00:17:47] – Melissa Edmiston

"Keep praying for the people that you want to be saved in your life. You never know any conversations that you have with them, they're all seeds that you can plant." [00:34:39] – Talia Danno

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