Episode Title: Living in the “And” — How to Reject Limiting Narratives and Build a Full Life
Host: Dr. Mi’Kayla Word
Podcast: Kandid Car Konversations
Episode: S1E12

Episode Summary:
Do you really have to choose? Career or family? Faith or freedom? Discipline or rest? In this powerful episode, Dr. Mi’Kayla Word challenges the cultural and spiritual narratives that say we must live in either/or.

Rooted in Matthew 13:24–30, this episode unpacks what it means to live in the “and”—to believe that with faith, discipline, and intentionality, it is possible to build a full, holy, and integrated life.

From navigating grief, career decisions, and romantic desires, to balancing all 8 dimensions of wellness, this episode is a testimony and toolkit for those who refuse to settle.

Listen to this episode if:

• You’re tired of being told you can’t have it all

• You’re navigating big decisions about life, love, or career

• You want a biblical approach to holistic wellness

• You’re learning to choose the hard that leads to healing

  
  

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why villainizing people limits our healing

• What Matthew 13 teaches about coexistence and boundaries

• The mindset shift from “or” to “and” in every area of life

• A personal testimony of faith-based decision-making post-PhD

• How to practically live in the “and” (with 3 steps you can apply today)

  
  

Mentioned Scripture:

• Matthew 13:24–30

• Psalm 37:4

• Ephesians 3:20

  
  

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