There are seasons when everything shifts at once. Roles can change, priorities might evolve, and life speeds up. In the middle of it all, a quiet question surfaces: What do I actually want now?

In this conversation, Dr. Heather Penny sits down with her husband, Darren, to explore how to stay grounded in an ever-changing world. Together, they talk about the importance of anchoring yourself in what truly matters: your values, purpose, and the person you’re becoming. They unpack the power of choice, especially in overwhelming seasons, and challenge the commitments we carry. What are you holding onto out of obligation? What would it look like to step back and choose again? They also reframe self-care as essential leadership. Slowing down isn’t falling behind, it’s how you find clarity and show up fully.

If you’ve been feeling stretched or disconnected, this episode will help you reconnect with your voice, ask better questions, and move forward with intention.

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In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Heather Penny invites you to slow down and take an honest look at the thoughts you’ve been rehearsing. Every repeated thought becomes a root, and those roots are ultimately directing your growth. But this conversation goes deeper than just mindset. It’s about coming home to yourself.

Heather shares a transformative perspective: you belong to you. And from that place of belonging, you can begin to live with greater clarity, confidence, and courage. Not just as a leader, but as a parent, spouse, and friend.

This episode isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about remembering who you are and how you are called to show up in the world.

Pick up your copy of Heather's book The Bracelet on Amazon today!

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In this episode of The Life You’re Made For, Dr. Heather Penny sits down with Heather Johnson from Bridgeway Church in Roseville, CA to explore what it really means to experience transformational growth. From navigating seasons of caregiving to stepping into leadership as the first woman to preach at her church, Heather shares how growth is rarely comfortable but always meaningful. Together, they unpack the tension between challenge and purpose, reminding us that while we can’t always control what we go through, we can choose how we respond.

This conversation dives deep into the inner work of leadership by learning to give yourself grace, recognizing the voice of your inner critic, and building the courage to take risks even when anxiety shows up. You’ll hear honest reflections on failure, resilience, and the small, everyday decisions that shape who we become.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between protecting yourself and stepping into something greater, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lean into discomfort, embrace growth at your own pace, and remember: you’ve done hard things before—and you can do them again.

Step into The Life You're Made For, I'm cheering you on!
heatherpenny.com
@heatherpennyphd
Music & Production by Jason Squires