"Business challenges don’t always come in the form of major crises. Sometimes they show up as the small, everyday obstacles that feel overwhelming."

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession reflects on the power of prayer in navigating the day-to-day challenges of running a business. She shares a personal story of overcoming financial and technological struggles that seemed impossible to resolve on her own. Rather than relying solely on her own strength, Rebecca reveals how she learned to lean into faith, asking for divine guidance in even the smallest decisions, from accounting software to client meetings.

Through her experiences, Rebecca discusses the concept of spiritual opposition and how it can feel like a sign that you're on the right path. She also highlights the importance of patience, trusting that God's timing and intervention will guide you to the right solutions. This episode offers practical advice for entrepreneurs who want to integrate faith into their work, reminding them that God is present in both the triumphs and the challenges. It's a beautiful call to surrender the stress of business ownership and trust that help is always there, whether in the form of people, clarity, or divine direction.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to navigate the small, everyday obstacles in business that feel overwhelming
• Why leaning into prayer and trusting God's guidance can bring clarity
• Simple ways to release stress and allowing faith to lead you through challenging situations in your business

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introduction to the concept of meaningful work and profitable success

(00:43) Reflecting on the new year and setting intentions

(00:53) Experiencing unexpected divine support

(01:10) The power of prayer in everyday business decisions

(02:07) Overcoming spiritual opposition and challenges in business

(04:17) A series of unexpected setbacks and frustrations
(05:38) Finding the right support and guidance during tough times

(06:54) Embracing faith and patience over a stressful weekend

(08:18) Experiencing divine intervention in a pivotal moment

(11:24) How answered prayers and affirmation transforms rough situations

Connect with Rebecca:

https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

“The spaces we work in shape our nervous systems, our relationships, and our ability to do meaningful work.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession sits down with Kennedy Gallagher, Community and Marketing Manager at Carmel Gateway, to explore how physical space, nature, and intentional design can radically improve the human experience at work.

Kennedy shares how Carmel Gateway is reimagining the traditional office park into a true campus. One built around green space, nervous system regulation, community, and connection. From converting parking lots into lawns and amphitheaters to hosting coffee chats, speaker series, and unexpected moments of human connection, this conversation shows what becomes possible when we stop designing work around efficiency alone and start designing it around people.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why green space and nature are essential for nervous system regulation
• How intentional environments reduce stress, decision fatigue, and burnout
• Why community programming at work creates belonging, not distraction

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:25) Why environment belongs in the conversation about work

(03:45) From office park to campus and what community changes

(06:30) Amenities that reduce stress and decision fatigue

(10:20) How nature supports regulation and presence

(15:40) Green space over parking lots and environmental impact

(20:10) Designing outdoor spaces that invite rest and connection

(25:30) Building community through shared experiences at work

(28:50) Helping young professionals find belonging

(32:20) What human centered workplaces make possible next

Connect with Kennedy:

Website: https://www.carmelgateway.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennedy-gallagher/

Connect with Rebecca:

https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

“What if your younger self is the reminder you need today?”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession invites listeners into a heartfelt practice of visiting earlier versions of themselves with compassion, gratitude, and curiosity. Sparked by meaningful moments during a reunion with former Franklin Covey colleagues and a powerful conversation with her son, Rebecca explores how our past selves hold wisdom we often overlook.

Through neuroscience, storytelling, and faith, she explains how reflecting with gratitude calms the nervous system, rewrites emotional memories, and opens us to what God is doing right now. Rebecca offers a simple guided practice and thoughtful reflection questions that fit easily into the holiday season or the start of a new year. This is a natural time when many of us feel more tender, reflective, and ready for renewal.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How revisiting earlier versions of yourself can calm your nervous system and shift your emotional state
• Why gratitude helps update old memories and creates space for confidence and clarity
• Why your past resilience holds clues about what you are capable of today

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:45) Holiday reflections and memories

(02:28) Gratitude and personal growth

(03:45) Reflecting on past experiences

(07:32) The science and scripture of gratitude

(15:14) Guided reflection practice

(17:38) Reflection questions for the new year

Connect with Rebecca:

https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/