In this episode of Seen & Known, I'm joined by Darian Posey, founder of Type A to Type Pray, to talk about what happens when capable, faith-filled women realize that striving is no longer sustainable. Darian shares her journey from control and burnout to surrender and peace, and how God met her in the tension between ambition and alignment.

Together, we unpack what biblical surrender really looks like in marriage, how to pursue purpose without hustle culture, and why peace is found in progress—not perfection.

If you've been carrying everything and quietly wondering why you still feel exhausted, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. Darian reminds us that we don't have to hustle to be whole or strive to be seen.

There is another way—one rooted in prayer, healing, and steady growth.

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In this tender episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with writer and fellow Propel alum Carmen Meurer to talk about the quiet grief of parental estrangement—the ache of the empty chair at the table. Carmen shares what led her to begin writing for estranged parents and how this often-unspoken loss carries layers of heartbreak, silence, faith wrestling, and enduring hope.

Together, they explore what it means to grieve a relationship that is still living, how faith is stretched when prayers feel unanswered, and the power of friendship in seasons that feel isolating. If you are a parent carrying an unseen ache—or love someone who is—this conversation offers gentle companionship and a reminder that God sees the empty chair and sits with you in the waiting.

In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with Christana "CJ" Newkirk—cofounder of Nevertheless Ministries and a fellow Propel alum—for an honest, hope-filled conversation about identity, singleness, Scripture, and the God who sees. CJ shares pieces of her story, including growing up in a turbulent Christian home, and discovering that God's love is not just something to know about, but someone to truly know.

Together, they explore why so many women feel intimidated by the Bible, how studying Scripture in context can deepen faith, and why singleness is not a waiting room for marriage but a meaningful, God-honoring calling.

This episode is for the woman who feels unseen, overlooked, or spiritually weary—and needs the reminder that God sees her fully, knows her deeply, and still calls her beloved.

In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with Beverly Robinson for a thoughtful conversation about faithful leadership, meaningful friendship, and staying grounded in your calling over time. Beverly shares wisdom from decades of supporting leaders behind the scenes, reflecting on how her understanding of leadership and friendship has evolved throughout the years.

Together, they talk about the importance of lifelong learning, the power of walking alongside other women through Propel, and how to maintain your sense of identity and voice—especially in roles that often go unseen. This episode is an encouraging reminder that leadership doesn't have to be loud to be impactful, and that faithfulness in the quiet places matters deeply.

If you're longing for deeper connection, clarity in your calling, or reassurance that your work makes a difference, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with author, speaker, and Girls' Night podcast host Stephanie May Wilson for a heartfelt conversation about becoming, belonging, and trusting God in the in-between seasons of life. Stephanie shares from her own journey through singleness, marriage, major decisions, motherhood, and a recent move overseas—offering wisdom for women who feel caught between where they are and where they thought they'd be by now.

Together, they talk about navigating expectations, listening for God's voice amid the noise, building meaningful friendships as adults, and learning to honor uncertainty without rushing toward resolution. This episode is for the woman standing at a crossroads, approaching a big birthday, or quietly wondering if she's falling behind.

If you're longing for clarity, courage, and the reminder that God meets you right where you are—even before everything makes sense—this conversation will feel like a seat at the table.

In this episode of Seen & Known, Leona sits down with Cecily Moore for an honest and tender conversation about starting over, rebuilding friendship, and finding belonging in a new season of life. Cecily shares what it was like to move to Tennessee, leave behind familiar community, and navigate loneliness while becoming a mom of four. Together, they talk about how motherhood can both connect and isolate us, how God meets us in unexpected ways through friendship, and what it looks like to flourish even when life feels unsettled. This episode is a gentle reminder that starting over doesn't mean starting alone—and that God is present in every season of rebuilding.

In today's episode I chat with Dana Skaggs all about boundaries. And how Christian friendships can benefit from them. Dana is a keynote speaker, psychotherapist, and podcaster known as the "Queen of Boundaries." She has over 17 years of clinical experience, a podcast, Phoenix and Flame, globally ranked in the top 5%, and is a regular contributor to the local ABC/CBS affiliate, WJHL's Daytime Tri-Cities. Her keynote "Becoming the CEO of Your Mental Boardroom: Using Boundaries to Banish Burnout" has become a fan favorite!

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Today I talk with my friend Becky Norvell about how she juggles everything she has and still makes time for connection, how she loves on people and how she shares Jesus.