Streams in the Desert

Today's episode of the Build Your Brave podcast is one of the most vulnerable yet. After an unexpected season of deep personal loss, Megan opens up about walking through grief while still showing up as a mom, a leader, and hope dealer. She shares how Isaiah 43 has anchored her heart and why putting on a garment of praise is a deliberate choice, not a feeling. If you've ever wondered where God is in your pain, how to hold onto His promises when life looks nothing like you expected, or whether it's possible to keep believing when your faith is tested, this episode is for you. 🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS 👉🏼 Grief & gratitude can coexist. And God meets you there. 👉🏼 "When," not "if." Scripture promises that we will go through deep waters & fire, but also promises we won't be consumed. 👉🏼 Cling to the Vine. In seasons of loss, staying attached to God isn't optional; it's survival. 👉🏼 Choose your focus. You'll find what you're looking for: God's faithfulness or your losses. One moves you forward; the other keeps you stuck. 👉🏼 Put on the garment of praise. You can't always feel your way into acting, but you can act your way into feeling. -- 💌 YOU ARE INVITED: Don't miss the Build Your Brave Experience 2025, November 6-8 in Scottsdale, Arizona! Get your tickets now at buildyourbrave.info! -- 💗 Connect with Megan:   Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram

Today's episode of the Build Your Brave podcast tackles one of the hardest truths about parenting: your healing journey doesn't guarantee your children will never struggle. Megan gets vulnerably honest about the pressure we put on ourselves as "cycle-breaking" moms and the unrealistic expectations that can leave us feeling like failures when our kids still face battles. If you've ever felt guilty because your children are struggling despite all your personal work, wondered if you're failing as a parent, or need a reality check about what breaking generational cycles actually looks like, this episode will bring both relief and clarity. Sometimes the greatest gift we can give our children isn't a pain-free life—it's walking through the pain together. 🩷 🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS 👉🏼 Healing doesn't remove the struggle—it equips you to respond differently when struggle comes 👉🏼 Breaking chains doesn't mean your children never face battles; it means they won't face them alone 👉🏼 Your worth as a parent isn't tied to whether your children struggle or not 👉🏼 "Train up a child" means teaching them how to walk through hardship with faith, not shielding them from all pain 👉🏼 The legacy isn't a spotless record—it's giving your kids a front-row seat to watch you fight and walk in freedom 💌 YOU ARE INVITED: Don't miss the Build Your Brave Experience 2025, November 6-8 in Scottsdale, Arizona! Get your tickets now at buildyourbrave.info! -- 💗 Connect with Megan: Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page  Follow Megan on Instagram

Today's episode of the Build Your Brave podcast breaks down the destructive power of shame and how it keeps us from walking in our God-given purpose. Megan shares her personal battle with shame, revealing how easily we can spiral into self-condemnation. Whether you're currently wrestling with shame, find yourself shrinking back from your calling, or simply need a reminder of God's perspective on your imperfections, this episode offers both compassionate truth and practical wisdom for moving forward. Trading shame for freedom isn't just possible—it's exactly what you were created for. 🩷  🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS 👉🏼 Shame makes us want to hide, while God created us to shine 👉🏼 When accusatory self-talk comes ("you, you, you"), it's likely the enemy's voice, not God's gentle correction 👉🏼 "For freedom you have been set free"—stop picking up chains that Jesus already broke 👉🏼 Healing comes in the light—confession and community break shame's power of isolation 👉🏼 You don't need to forgive yourself—you need to receive the forgiveness already given through Christ 💌 YOU ARE INVITED: Don't miss the Build Your Brave Experience 2025, November 6-8 in Scottsdale, Arizona! Get your tickets now at buildyourbrave.info! -- 💗 Connect with Megan: Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram

Today's episode of the Build Your Brave podcast dives deep into the messy reality of healing. Megan vulnerably shares her ongoing journey through physical recovery after spinal fusion surgery, drawing powerful parallels to emotional & spiritual healing. Whether you've been avoiding your own healing journey or feeling stuck in the middle of one, this episode offers both validation & practical wisdom for moving forward. Healing isn't easy, but you were designed for wholeness—and God promises to meet you in the process. 🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS Healing requires both "hard work" & "heart work" - expect it to be challenging but worth it Unaddressed wounds affect everything - from relationships to daily functioning  Your healing journey gets messier before it gets better - similar to cleaning out a closet  Clarify your "why" - let your future healed self call you onward  "I am not defeated by what I face" - God draws near to the brokenhearted  ------ Let's Connect! Continue the conversation with Megan: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration Join the We Are Team Brave community on Facebook 

Love is in the air—and on the mic! In this special Valentine's Day episode of Build Your Brave, Megan is joined by her husband, Dan, for a candid conversation about love, marriage, & partnership. From balancing two strong personalities to keeping dreams alive as a couple, Megan & Dan share the real, unfiltered truth about building a thriving relationship. They dive into communication struggles, conflict resolution, love languages, & how to keep passion alive—even in the busiest seasons of life. Whether you're in a relationship, married, or dreaming of your future partner, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, & real talk you won't want to miss! KEY TAKEAWAYS: Independence can strengthen connection – A thriving marriage isn't about meeting every single need for each other, but allowing space for growth. Clear communication beats assumption – Say what you mean, ask for what you need, & stop expecting your spouse to read your mind. Love is in the details – Passion isn't just about grand gestures; small, daily acts of love make the biggest impact. Conflict isn't the enemy – Strong personalities mean strong opinions—embrace the differences, listen, & fight for each other, not against each other. Faith first, always – Your spouse isn't your savior—go to God first, and trust Him to strengthen your marriage. Dream big, together – Even if your spouse isn't on board yet, lead by example—your energy & passion will inspire them. ---- Let's Connect! Continue the conversation with Megan: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration Join the We Are Team Brave community on Facebook   

Today's episode of Build Your Brave captures the New Year energy many of us are feeling and transforms it into sustainable momentum. Join Megan as she shares the honest truth about pursuing growth - not through perfectionism or sprinting, but through consistent, brave steps forward. Whether your January hasn't gone as planned or you're still riding that resolution high, this episode offers both comfort and challenge to help you become who God created you to be in 2025. Key Takeaways: Consistency beats intensity - build sustainable habits instead of sprinting toward burnout "Quick down, quick up" - resilience isn't about avoiding falls, it's about how fast you rise Change requires unlearning old patterns and embracing necessary failure You lack nothing - access God's wisdom and resources for growth Live with holy urgency - tomorrow isn't promised ---- Let's Connect! Continue the conversation with Megan: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration. Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook page     

Today's episode of Build Your Brave is packed with heartfelt reflections, encouragement, and actionable wisdom for anyone navigating the ups & downs of life. Join Megan as she shares some of her favorite moments from the past year, filled with powerful stories of resilience, faith, & surrender. Discover how shifting your hope, releasing control, and anchoring yourself in the Lord can transform your perspective & provide strength, even in the hardest of seasons. Whether you're facing setbacks, managing the emotional roller coaster of parenting, or just seeking a deeper connection with God, this episode has something for you.  Key Takeaways: Place your hope in the source, not the outcome. Romans 15:13 reminds us that God is our source of unshakable hope, providing joy and peace through trust. Freedom often comes not from gaining control but from releasing it and surrendering to God's greater plan. Use affirmations rooted in God's truth to combat self-doubt and discouragement. "Feelings are indicators, not dictators." Shift focus from what you can't control to gratitude for life's everyday blessings. Courage grows when we trust in God's promises, even in the middle of unwanted or unforeseen circumstances. Let's Connect! Continue the conversation with Megan: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration. Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook page  Looking for some extra encouragement to get you through the holiday season? Check out the Build Your Brave conference recordings. 

As we approach the end of the year, many of us are contemplating how we can finish strong. We reevaluate goals, find ways to hit those targets, and think ahead to next year. I want to challenge you to finish the year strong in the LORD. Make that your priority over finishing strong in business, personal health, finances, etc. Joining me to talk through how we can finish the year strong is a dear friend and mentor of mine, Cathy Greer. She is not only a dear friend and mentor, but also a missionary and author alongside her husband, Stuart. Key Takeaways: What does finishing strong look like when you consider finishing strong in the Lord? It should look like continued surrender. Forgiveness is something we are called to do, it's an act of obedience to God. Remember that the person you may be called to forgive is yourself. Bitterness is an open door to the enemy. Disappointments are potholes, not destinations. Feelings are indicators, not dictators. Don't wait until the end of the year to start evaluating what it takes to end the year strong. Start today! Rejection is a part of the Christian life and if people reject you, it isn't a reflection on you. Keep that in mind as you approach the holidays and let go of expectations. Go with the mindset to serve.  Connect with Megan: Build Your Brave Conference Recordings Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram   Connect with Cathy:   Visit her Website! Follow Cathy on Instagram Check out her books: Welcome to Prophetic Ministry So I Married an Exorcist: A True Story A Quick Guide to Dream Interpretation 

It's an uncomfortable topic, but at some point you will be in a season of grief. Perhaps you are in that season now, or you are just coming out of it, but learning how to manage grief well is something we all need to do.  I don't know anyone better to share on this topic than my dear friend, Tasha Ives. Tasha has experienced deep grief multiple times throughout her life and sought to find a biblical perspective on how to work through it. She shares those thoughts with us on the podcast today, as well as in her new book, So Far: A Journey Through Grief and Beyond.  Key Takeaways: No matter your depth of grief, it is valid in your life because it's your reality. Sometimes when you are dealing with grief, you become what people want you to be and end up stuffing your own emotions deep down without dealing with them. Avoidance is a natural reaction to grief. Grief ignored leads to bigger issues and it grows into other places of your life where it didn't originate. Be discerning about who you share the details of your grief with and know that tragedy will change your circle of people which can lead to additional grief. Learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable sitting with those who are in grief. Take your pain and turn it into purpose and see where God is working.   Connect with Megan: Build Your Brave Conference Recordings Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram   Connect with Tasha: Follow Tasha on Instagram Check out Tasha's book, So Far:  A Journey Through Grief and Beyond

With the end of the year and the holidays approaching we are all faced with the question of how we want to finish. Do we want to spend the final months of the year pressing into our goals and finishing strong, or do we want to switch into holiday mode and work to create memories? My guest Bekah Tinter walks us through how we marry the two options together to finish the year in harmony. Bekah is a dear friend of mine who has helped balance me over the last 10 years. She and her husband are coaches, entrepreneurs, and parents to four kids! Key Takeaways: When you consider how you want to end the year, you have to think about how you want to feel on January 2nd or 3rd and work backward from there. Accept that plans will not go perfectly and plan quarterly check-ins to recalibrate. Ask yourself what you need to quit. There are seasons of our lives when we need to lean in and seasons when we need to lean out. You won't know when to do either if you don't check in with yourself. Change is inevitable but growth is optional. Live life with your hand open so God can work in and through you.    Connect with Megan: Build Your Brave Conference Recordings Join the We Are Team Brave Facebook Page Follow Megan on Instagram   Connect with Bekah:   Follow Bekah on Instagram The Seven Disciplines of Uncommon Freedom Register for the Lifestyle Design Workshop Use code Brave10 for 10% off