Authentic You #45: Managing Expectations

Christmas with grown kids is a whole new game. In this bonus episode, we share simple Christmas parenting hacks focused on flexibility, connection, and letting go of perfection. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources, visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

We’re honored to welcome Chrissy Cole, Lead/Creative Pastor of Project Church, to the podcast with SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah. Chrissy is passionate about women in leadership and deeply committed to helping them find healing and build a healthy private world. This is a powerful conversation on leading with vulnerability and why the tender things God places in us need intentional care, like a tiny plant. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources, visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

In this episode, SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah introduce us to the wonderful Kathryn Scott, who is a lead pastor, worship leader, and true gem of a human. She’s warm and wise and carries a deep history with the Lord that naturally raises the spiritual maturity in the room. Kathryn shares a powerful message on disappointment, something we all face in different ways. She reminds us that while it’s okay to feel disappointment, it’s not okay to become it. We pray this episode encourages your heart and gives you permission to feel, heal, and hope again. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources, visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah get real about the joys (and surprises) of aging because yes, our bodies are changing, and no, we aren’t ready. Having a twin going through it too is helpful, but don’t worry if you don’t have one; ChatGPT is basically the next best thing (or not). Stick around for a powerful message from Becky Johnson on the kind of boldness that only comes through prayer. She challenges us to let go of distraction, resentment, and comparison—and return to a life rooted in prayer and power. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources, visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

In this honest and relatable episode, SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah reflect on a new season of life—realizing they’ve become “the adult” in their relationship with their parents. They approach it with a tenderness to unpack the tension of wanting to help, while also honoring boundaries, navigating unfamiliar territory, and figuring out when (and how) to step in. This episode is full of wisdom and vulnerability about leaving a legacy of hard work and integrity, even in the messy middle. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

There’s a lot to catch up on in this bonus episode—SeaJay’s daughter got married! From a surprise ER visit just days before the wedding to some real talk about faith, fear, and leadership, this episode goes deep. Erika’s dropping wisdom, Deborah’s keeping it real, and SeaJay’s bringing all the heart. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah kick off this episode with laughs about pet peeves, the Mandela Effect, and even imagining Erika with long hair. Then, we switch gears and hear a powerful message from Jo Geerling, a wife, boy mom, pastor, and leader, on what it means to pack light for the journey with God. She shares how to stay encouraged, travel with purpose, and not get stuck hyper-focusing on the destination. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

When you can’t ask your mom for flirting advice… you call a friend like Alisa Gilstrap. This week, SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah chat with some of our favorite Jesus Culture team members, Alisa Gilstrap and Chloe Frye, about all things dating! From healthy guy/girl friendships, to showing interest without losing yourself, we talk about non-negotiables, shame-breaking conversations, and the difference between leading on and actually communicating. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

In this episode, SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah catch up on Deborah’s house renovation adventure. Then, SeaJay brings a relatable and empowering message about what it means to invite others in and show up with confidence when it’s your turn. It’s funny, it’s encouraging, and it might just be what you need today. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: https://jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork

In this episode, we’re honored to share a special message from one of our very own hosts, Deborah Giles! She dives into a powerful message on hearing God’s voice, the heart behind the prophetic, and why it’s more about obedience than perfection. But first…SeaJay, Erika, and Deborah take a moment to remember a recent loss of a beloved family dog—sharing sweet memories, heartfelt moments, and the joy and chaos pets bring to our lives. Follow along on social media for new episodes, updates, or to connect with us. We’d love to hear from you! Authentic You Women’s Community https://www.instagram.com/authenticyou.ay Jesus Culture Podcast Network https://www.instagram.com/jcpodcastnetwork/ To learn more about our Authentic You Women’s Community, check out our website: jesusculture.com/sacramento/communities/authentic-you     For access to helpful resources visit: https://jesusculture.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork