Creating Space to Hear God's Voice in Everyday Life

In this episode of Made for Impact, I open up about one of the most overlooked yet powerful parts of our relationship with God: listening.   So often, we pour our hearts out in prayer—asking, thanking, pleading—but forget that communication with God is a two-way street. When we don’t pause to create space for His voice, we risk missing the very answers and guidance we’ve been longing for.   Through simple stories from my own life, I share how moments of silence, stillness, and openness can transform the way we hear from God. This is not about striving or doing more, but about trusting, waiting, and allowing divine wisdom to unfold in its perfect timing.   If you’ve ever felt like your prayers were bouncing back unanswered or you’ve struggled with doubt in waiting seasons, this episode will remind you that God is always speaking—you just need to make space to hear Him.     💡 Key Takeaways True communication with God requires both speaking and listening. Silence and stillness create space for divine answers. Patience and trust are essential when waiting on God’s timing. Everyday moments can become powerful spaces of spiritual connection. Listening deepens faith, awareness, and intimacy with God. 🙏 Action Steps Schedule 5 minutes of silence each day this week to simply listen for God’s voice. Journal any impressions, scriptures, or feelings that arise in that quiet space. Practice patience by releasing one prayer request into God’s hands without trying to control the outcome. Share your experience of listening with someone who could use encouragement in their faith walk. Pray for a more open heart to recognize God’s whispers in your daily life. Let’s Continue the Conversation 💬 DM Petia on Instagram @petiakolibova to share your story. • 📲 Share this episode with a friend who’s questioning or transitioning away from new age practices. • ⭐️ Leave a review to help more women of faith find this message and step into God’s truth. Resources & Links Follow Petia on Instagram: @petiakolibova • Listen to more episodes of Made for Impact on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app    

In this episode, I open my heart about the mysterious and beautiful ways the Invisible Hand of God shows up in our lives—even when we least expect it.   As I sit in my rain-soaked Las Vegas home, I reflect on how life’s twists, from heartbreaks to blessings, are not random accidents but divine whispers shaping us for something greater. From the unexpected love story that brought me to my husband to the sweet lessons learned through my rescue pup, I’ve discovered that even the smallest moments are orchestrated for our highest good.   This conversation is your reminder that when we lean into faith and surrender, we can trust that nothing is wasted. Every challenge, every delay, every surprise is God’s way of guiding us toward peace, purpose, and alignment.   If you’ve ever wondered why things happen the way they do—or longed to feel more grounded in God’s timing—this episode will stir your spirit and invite you into deeper trust.     💡 Key Takeaways God’s invisible hand is always moving, even when we can’t see it. Choosing to recognize divine interventions cultivates peace, grace, and resilience. Heartbreaks and hardships are often stepping stones toward greater blessings. Everyday moments carry profound significance when seen through the lens of faith. Sharing our stories of divine guidance can inspire and strengthen others.   🙏 Action Steps Reflect on one moment in your life that seemed random but later revealed divine purpose. Write down how that experience shaped your faith and perspective. This week, pause daily to notice God’s presence in the “ordinary.” Share your story with someone who needs encouragement in their journey. Pray for the courage to surrender more fully to God’s timing and plan. Let’s Continue the Conversation 💬 DM Petia on Instagram @petiakolibova to share your story. • 📲 Share this episode with a friend who’s questioning or transitioning away from new age practices. • ⭐️ Leave a review to help more women of faith find this message and step into God’s truth. Resources & Links Follow Petia on Instagram: @petiakolibova • Listen to more episodes of Made for Impact on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app  

In this new episode,” host Petia Kolibova shares a heartfelt personal update, revealing that she is expecting a baby boy. She discusses the power of prayer, drawing from her deeply personal experiences with her husband’s prayers. Having embraced Christianity recently, Petia reflects on how faith has transformed her life and aspirations.   Focusing on the theme of prayers and faith, Petia talks about how her husband’s consistent prayers have influenced their lives, leading to answered prayers in the form of her becoming his ideal partner and now the expected news of a baby boy. Petia emphasizes the need for honest conversation with God, equating it to the communication necessary in relationships. She draws on her personal journey with religion, emphasizing the importance of trust and gratitude in spiritual practices, noting how her newfound faith has shifted her focus from worldly measures of success to inner peace and fulfillment.   What You’ll Learn in This Episode Petia Kolibova announces she’s expecting a baby boy and shares her experience with the power of prayer. Faith and spirituality play a crucial role in personal growth, and answered prayers reflect divine timing and understanding. Authentic communication with God is akin to building any meaningful relationship, requiring openness and trust. Shifting focus from worldly achievements to inner peace brings fulfillment. Gratitude is an integral part of spiritual practice, helping in strengthening faith and contentment.   Let’s Continue the Conversation 💬 DM Petia on Instagram @petiakolibova to share your story. • 📲 Share this episode with a friend who’s questioning or transitioning away from new age practices. • ⭐️ Leave a review to help more women of faith find this message and step into God’s truth. Resources & Links Follow Petia on Instagram: @petiakolibova • Listen to more episodes of Made for Impact on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app        

In this thought-provoking episode of Made for Impact, host Petia Kolibova Burns dives into the controversial world of human design—a system mixing astrology, I Ching, Kabbalah, and chakras—and why she no longer puts her trust in it. Once a tool she embraced in her personal and professional life, Petia now re-examines its origins and spiritual implications through the lens of her Christian faith. She candidly shares how she was first drawn in, what made human design so appealing, and the moment she began to question whether this system was truly serving her—or subtly pulling her away from God. What You’ll Learn in This Episode The real origins of human design (and why its mystical roots matter). • How Petia went from skeptic to believer to Christ-led truth seeker. • Why human design, astrology, enneagram, and similar tools may feel like solutions—but leave a deeper spiritual void. • The danger of using external systems as “temporary fixes” instead of pursuing lasting fulfillment in God. • Questions every woman of faith should ask herself before relying on new age practices. Key Scriptures & Reflections The Bible’s caution against idolatry and misplaced trust. • Why seeking identity and purpose outside of God can become a subtle form of bondage. Let’s Continue the Conversation ✨ Have you used human design or similar tools? What was your experience? • 💬 DM Petia on Instagram @petiakolibova to share your story. • 📲 Share this episode with a friend who’s questioning or transitioning away from new age practices. • ⭐️ Leave a review to help more women of faith find this message and step into God’s truth. Resources & Links Follow Petia on Instagram: @petiakolibova • Listen to more episodes of Made for Impact on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app

In this heartfelt solo episode of Made for Impact, Petia Kolibova Burns shares a personal message God placed on her heart about faith-filled femininity. She explores the patterns many women inherit of overworking, hustling, and carrying the weight of family, work, and community on their shoulders. Drawing from her own journey—from her European upbringing, through her boss-babe era, to her transformation as a follower of Jesus—Petia invites women to soften, slow down, and lean on God. She shares how letting go of control and embracing softness strengthens marriages, restores balance, and opens the door to God’s true calling. Key Takeaways Many women feel they must do it all—work, family, community—but this leads to exhaustion and disconnection. Faith-filled femininity is about softening and allowing God (and our husbands) to step into their roles. Petia shares her shift from self-reliance and hustle to trusting God fully with her calling. When women soften, they create space for their husbands to lead and for God to guide. True rest and fulfillment come not from control, but from surrender and trust in God’s plan. Reflection Questions Where in your life or relationships can you soften and release control? How can you invite God into your daily rhythms instead of trying to do everything on your own? What old patterns of hustle or self-reliance might God be asking you to let go of? How can you create more space for your husband or loved ones to lead? Resources & Next Steps If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs a reminder to soften and trust God. Stay connected with Petia on Instagram at @petiakolibova and tune in for future episodes where faith and purpose meet.

In this episode of Made for Impact, host Petia Kolibova Burns opens her heart about faith, family, and the freedom that comes from aligning life and business with God’s direction. Through the story of her husband’s bold step into sales after years of struggle, Petia highlights how obedience to God—even when it feels illogical—leads to unexpected blessings, growth, and deeper trust. She shares her own evolution as an entrepreneur: moving away from chasing every client toward creating a flexible business model that honors both her calling and her family. This episode also offers a heartfelt reminder to cherish life’s fragile moments. A friend’s sudden passing shifted her perspective, underscoring the importance of gratitude and presence. If you’ve ever wrestled with making “logical” choices versus Spirit-led ones, or wondered how to build a business and life that glorify God while serving your family, this episode will bless you. 💡 Key Takeaways Seek God’s guidance first, not just human advice. Obedience, even when hard, leads to growth and provision. Redefine success: choose alignment over hustle. Build a flexible business model that supports your family and faith. Practice gratitude for unplanned blessings. Life is fragile—be present and treasure your loved ones. 🙏 Action Steps Reflect on one area where you can trust God more deeply. Write down 3 unexpected blessings this week as a gratitude practice. Reevaluate if your work and commitments align with your values and family needs. Pray for courage to follow God’s direction, even when it feels counter-cultural. Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement. 📌 Call to Action 👉 If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so more women of faith can find encouragement and hope. 👉 Want to clarify your calling and create a faith-aligned business? Book your free Purpose Activation Call: https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-call

In this episode of Made for More, Petia Kolibova Burns sits down with Jessica Frew—author of Shove Your Shoulds and host of the podcast The Husband-in-Law. Jessica opens up about her powerful story of divorce, rebuilding her life, and discovering freedom by letting go of the weight of societal “shoulds.” Together, Petia and Jessica explore: 💔 Embracing authenticity after divorce — how Jessica rebuilt her life and faith after heartbreak. 🪞 Overcoming societal conditioning — why so many women live under the pressure of “shoulds” and how to break free. 🌱 Practical strategies for personal growth — including reframing “should” into “could,” trusting your gut, and aligning decisions with your God-given values. 🙌 Faith and self-care as a role model — why putting yourself after God isn’t selfish, but essential to being the wife, mother, and woman He’s called you to be. Jessica also shares her three-step process for reconnecting with your true self: 1. Be gentle with yourself. 2. Listen to your inner voice (and God’s direction). 3. Take small daily actions to build confidence and trust. Next Steps for Listeners 📝 Try the “Should Challenge”: Identify one “should” per day and reframe it. ✨ Try the “Trust Your Gut Challenge”: Do one small thing daily that you feel God nudging you toward. 📖 Grab Jessica’s new book: https://shoveyourshoulds.com 📲 Connect with Jessica on Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyJessicaFrew Why This Episode Matters If you’ve ever felt weighed down by who you think you “should” be—whether as a wife, mom, or woman of faith—this conversation will inspire you to step into who God created you to be. It’s a reminder that your story, your purpose, and your voice matter, and that freedom comes when you trade “should” for God’s truth.       About Jessica Frew: Author of Shove Your Shoulds, Speaker, and Bold Decision Coach She helps ambitious women unlearn the conditioning they were raised with so they can make bold, imperfect decisions without guilt, fear, or second-guessing. As a speaker, author, and coach, she blends personal experience (including navigating divorce, a mixed-orientation marriage, and blending families) with a proven decision-making framework to guide women back to trusting their intuition. Whether on stage, in coaching, or through her book, her mission is to help women stop living by everyone else’s rules and start living boldly, unapologetically, and in full alignment with who they were created to be.

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, things just don’t turn out the way you planned? In this episode, host Petia Kolibova Burns shares her raw and real journey of letting go of striving, surrendering her pain to God, and discovering the peace that comes only from trusting His plan. Through stories of personal loss, marriage struggles, and moments of deep surrender, Petia reveals how obedience and faith opened unexpected doors of provision and healing. If you’ve been waiting on an unanswered prayer, facing disappointment, or carrying the weight of trying to control every outcome, this episode will remind you: God’s plan is always better than yours. Key Takeaways Release the pressure: Striving only leads to burnout; trust brings freedom. Obedience matters: Small steps of obedience can unlock big blessings. God redeems loss: Even in heartbreak, God’s presence brings peace and purpose. Unity through faith: Petia and her husband’s spiritual growth shows how surrender can restore relationships. Peace in God’s timing: His delays are not denials—His plan is worth waiting for. Action Steps Reflect: Where are you striving instead of trusting God? Pray: Turn your requests into praise and gratitude. Journal: What would it look like if you surrendered this area fully to God? Share: Send this episode to someone who needs encouragement in a waiting season. Connect: Join Petia on Instagram @petiakolibova to share your testimony of faith. Call to Action ✨ Ready to clarify your calling and grow your God-aligned business? Book your free Purpose Activation Call here: https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-call

Have you ever felt like your prayers are going unanswered, or that God has forgotten about the promises He’s spoken over your life? In this episode, Petia Kolibova Burns reminds you that God’s delays are not His denials. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical steps, you’ll learn how to trust His timing, release frustration, and rest in His perfect plan. Whether you’re waiting for breakthrough in your business, family, health, or faith journey—this message will give you the peace and perspective you need to keep going with hope. What you’ll learn in this episode: - Why delays are part of God’s preparation, not His punishment - How Abraham, Joseph, and David’s waiting seasons prepared them for their calling - Practical ways to rest in God’s timing when you feel frustrated or discouraged - How to see provision in the wilderness and daily grace in the waiting Scripture Reference: Habakkuk 2:3 (NLT) — “If it seems slow in coming, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed.” ✨ Friend, don’t confuse God’s “not yet” with “no.” His timing is perfect, and His promises will always be fulfilled. Resources & Next Steps: 👉 Book your free Purpose Activation Call with Petia: https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-call If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review—it helps the show reach more women of faith who want to build a purpose-driven life and business.

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “It’s just a little compromise…”? Whether it’s in your health, your relationships, your finances, or your faith, those small choices add up—and can slowly pull us away from the life God designed us to live. In today’s episode of Made for Impact, I share a deeply moving moment from a church service that shook me to my core and challenged me to see where I was still compromising in my own life and business. Drawing from the story of Daniel, I’ll show you why even “small” compromises matter, and how living with obedience and conviction leads to freedom, health, and deeper intimacy with God. This is an honest, vulnerable, and practical conversation about being “built different” as followers of Jesus and choosing to live differently—without apologizing or settling for less than God’s best. ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why there are no “small” compromises in faith or life What the story of Daniel teaches us about obedience and being set apart How your “diet” (food, media, influences) shapes your soul and spirit Simple ways to notice and eliminate compromise in your daily choices How God blesses and honors obedience in every area of your life 🔗 Call to Action If this episode spoke to you, take a moment to share it with a friend who needs encouragement to stop compromising and step into God’s best. And if you’re ready to clarify your calling and build a purpose-driven life and business without compromise, book a Purpose Activation Call with me today → https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-call Your obedience plants seeds for the fruit God wants to grow in your life 🌱✨