Lent doesn't have to feel rigid, heavy, or like one more thing you're failing at as a practice owner. In this episode, I'm talking about how to actually practice Lent in a way that's gentle, meaningful, and realistic for the season of life and leadership you're in.

We're moving away from rules and performance and toward relationship—creating space for God in the middle of running a practice, making decisions, caring for clients, and juggling real life. I walk through practical ways to approach fasting, letting go of distractions, and filling that space with what truly restores you, whether that's prayer, reflection, giving, or simply slowing down.

If you've ever wondered how Lent can support both your faith and your work as a practice owner—without comparison, shame, or pressure—this episode is for you.

01:53 How Practice Owners Can Actually Practice Lent
03:20 Moving from Performance to Relationship
05:09 Lent as a Practice of Becoming
06:21 Comparison, Fasting, and Letting Go of "Shoulds"
08:39 What Fasting Is (and What It Isn't)
11:22 Fasting Beyond Food: Work, Social Media, and Busyness
13:32 Filling the Space You Create
15:00 Lent as a Season of Giving
16:54 Sundays, Mini Easters, and Grace
18:18 Using a Devotional to Stay Grounded During Lent

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If you're a practice owner, chances are you're reading this while doing something else—answering emails, moving between sessions, or thinking about what still needs to get done today. I know that pace well, and I also know how easy it is for even meaningful things to become "just one more thing" on a full plate.

This episode isn't about adding another strategy or asking you to work harder. It's an invitation to slow down and reflect on why Lent matters for practice owners—especially in the middle of a season when everything feels like it's speeding up. As client needs increase and leadership demands grow heavier, we don't need more noise. We need grounding, intention, and space to notice what's really happening in us and around us.

In this conversation, I talk about Lent as a rhythm of reflection rather than a task to complete. Whether you've practiced Lent for years or are just beginning to explore it, my hope is that this episode helps you see it not as something extra, but as a way to lead your practice—and your life—from a steadier, more faithful place.

If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things on the outside but longing for deeper grounding on the inside, this episode is for you.

01:31 If you're multitasking right now, I see you
02:12 This isn't another tip, it's a breather
03:03 Why everyone's saying the same thing, I'm busy
05:51 February and March are about to get wild
07:28 Ash Wednesday is Feb 14, so here comes Lent
08:38 Lent 101 what it is and what it's for
10:42 Fasting isn't punishment, it's making space
12:20 Slowing down shows you what needs to come off your plate
15:10 How this devotional helps when urgency is loud

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I'm really glad you're here today because this episode is a little different and honestly pretty personal for me. I'm talking about something I've never shared before, what it was actually like to write my first book. Not the polished highlight reel version, but the real behind-the-scenes story. The doubts, the learning curve, the surprises, and the parts I didn't expect at all.

If you've ever thought about writing a book, creating something meaningful, or putting an idea into the world that's been sitting on your heart for a while, this episode is for you. I'm walking you through why I wrote The Practice of Becoming, how it came together over time, what I learned along the way, and what I wish I had known before I started. We're talking about the why, the process, the fears, the imperfect launch, and why doing the thing imperfectly still matters.

So if you're curious about writing a book, self-publishing, or just need permission to start before you feel ready, stick with me. I'm sharing the honest, messy, encouraging version of this journey, and I think you're going to get a lot out of it. Let's dive in.

02:09 Why Your Why Matters More Than Anything
02:57 I Didn't Realize I Was Writing a Book Until It Was Done
04:37 Why I Did Not Write This Book for Money
06:26 The Lent Email Series That Sparked the Book
10:44 The Goal That Started as a Three-Year Dream
13:36 Letting Go of Perfection in the Launch
18:43 How Writing a Book Builds Clarity, Confidence, and Credibility

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Today's episode is the final part of our January series, Staying the Course, and honestly, it might be the most grounding one yet. We're talking about what faithful investment actually looks like—especially in seasons where things feel uncertain, noisy, or just plain overwhelming.

If you've been wondering, What is actually worth my time, energy, or money right now? or feeling pulled in ten different directions by advice, programs, and opinions… this conversation is for you. Because investment isn't just about dollars. It's about stewardship. It's about discernment. And it's about learning how to lead steadily instead of reacting out of fear.

In this episode, I'm slowing us down and inviting us to look at investment through a faith-based lens—not reckless growth and not fear-based shrinking, but thoughtful, sustainable leadership over time. We'll talk about where investing really matters, how to tell the difference between fear-based and faith-based decisions, and how to stay rooted in what God is asking you to tend right now.

If you've listened along with this series, thank you for being here. And if you're just jumping in, I'm so glad you are. Let's close this series by talking about the kind of investment that brings peace, clarity, and steadiness—not just for your practice, but for you too.

06:51 Fear Based vs Faith Based Decisions
09:54 Investing for Impact Not Just Income
14:27 Support Over Self Sacrifice
17:22 Sustainable Pace Over Rushed Expansion
19:59 Aligning Investment With Values and Joy
21:35 Faith Does Not Eliminate Risk
22:44 Saying Yes Selectively
26:56 Closing Encouragement and Gratitude

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Some seasons of leadership don't feel loud or dramatic. They feel heavy. Quiet. Exhausting in a way sleep doesn't fix.

If you're leading a practice right now and finding yourself thinking, "I don't have the energy for one more conversation," or "Why does this feel so hard when I'm doing everything right?"—this episode is for you.

Today, we're talking about what it really looks like to lead when you're tired. Not just physically tired, but soul tired. The kind of fatigue that comes from carrying responsibility for clients, staff, finances, and vision—often without realizing how much weight you've been holding.

This is the third episode in our January series, Staying the Course: Faithful Leadership in Seasons That Ebb and Flow, and it's one of the most honest conversations I've had about leadership. I'm sharing from a very real place—walking through family health challenges, a demanding season of business growth, and my own need to slow down and pay attention to what my body and spirit are asking for.

In this episode, we'll talk about:

• How leadership fatigue actually shows up (often before we name it)
• Why burnout doesn't mean you're failing—it often means you care deeply
• The hidden cost of self-sacrifice in faith-based leadership
• What Scripture shows us about rest, boundaries, and sustainable leadership
• And how caring for yourself is one of the most loving things you can do for your team

If you're navigating a slower season, feeling worn down, or questioning your capacity to keep going—this conversation is an invitation to pause, reflect, and lead yourself with the same compassion you offer everyone else.

Let's dive in.

02:30 What "Soul Tired" Actually Feels Like for Practice Owners
04:12 "I Don't Have the Energy for One More Thing" (Normalizing Fatigue)
05:23 Even Jesus Got Tired… Faith, Rest, and Leadership
06:50 When Fatigue Creeps In Quietly (And Then Hits Like a Truck)
08:22 Signs You're Leading While Burned Out
10:29 Leadership Gets Heavy Before You Notice
13:21 Why Self-Sacrifice Isn't Always Faithful Leadership
15:20 Rest Is a Rhythm, Not a Reward
16:28 Leading Yourself Before Leading Others
20:24 Faithful Leadership Looks Different When You're Tired

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There's a moment every practice owner faces—the numbers wobble, referrals slow down, and fear quietly whispers, "Maybe now is the time to pull back."

In today's episode, I'm continuing our January series on faithful leadership during the ebbs and flows of private practice, and we're tackling a decision I see practice owners make every single year: pulling back when things feel uncertain—and how that choice often costs more in the long run.

We're talking about why slowing down feels responsible, how fear can disguise itself as wisdom, and how to lead your practice with discernment instead of reaction. I'll walk you through the real impact of pausing marketing, delaying systems, stepping away from support, and taking everything on yourself—plus how Scripture invites us into patience, consistency, and long-term vision.

If you're in a slower season, feeling unsure, or wondering whether the decisions you're making now will help or hurt you later, this conversation is for you. My hope is that this episode helps you stay rooted, steady, and faithful—without burning out or retreating from the very things that help your practice grow.

Let's dive in.

2:33 The Hidden Cost of Slower Seasons
5:07 How "Responsible" Choices Can Hurt Long-Term Growth
7:26 Marketing, Support, and the Places We Pull Back First
9:06 The Long Game: Why Consistency Beats Quick Relief
11:58 Cause-and-Effect Delays Every Practice Owner Misses
14:01 Lost Time, Lost Money, Lost Impact
16:33 Staying the Course When Fear Says Retreat
18:25 Discernment Questions for Uncertain Seasons
24:17 Faithful Leadership Is Consistency, Not Intensity
28:00 What to Do Differently in the Next Slow Season

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As we step into a new year, it's easy to feel pressure to move faster, do more, and fix everything all at once — especially as a private practice owner. But what if faithful leadership doesn't look like reacting quickly… and instead looks like staying steady?

To start 2026, I'm sharing a January solo podcast series called Staying the Course: Faithful Leadership in a Practice That Ebbs and Flows. This series is all about slowing down, discerning wisely, and leading your practice with consistency, faith, and stewardship — even when the numbers feel uncertain.

In this first episode, Faithful Leadership When the Numbers Feel Unsteady, I talk openly about the fear that can surface when profit drops, caseloads fluctuate, or staffing changes shake your confidence. Drawing from my own experience as a solo and group practice owner, I explore why ebb and flow is not a sign of failure, how fear can disguise itself as "wisdom," and what it actually looks like to lead faithfully during unsteady seasons.

We'll talk about:

• Why fluctuating income is normal in private practice
• How to avoid making reactive, fear-based decisions
• When to slow down — and when not to pull back
• The role of discernment, leadership teams, and faith in business decisions
• Why consistency matters more than intensity over time

This episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and reframe how you view uncertainty in your practice. Faithful leadership isn't about controlling outcomes. It's about steady stewardship, wise investment, and trusting God through every season of growth, loss, and change.

If your practice feels uncertain right now, you're not behind. You're right where many faithful leaders find themselves, and you don't have to navigate it alone.

02:13 Slowing Down Is Not Quitting, It's Leadership
03:22 When the Numbers Get Weird, and Fear Shows Up
05:03 Ebbs, Flows, and Why This Is Completely Normal
06:59 The Year Half My Team Left and I Didn't Quit
11:12 When Fear Disguises Itself as "Wisdom"
13:49 My 24-Hour Rule for Big Decisions
19:08 Faithful Leadership Is Consistent, Not Flashy

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Hi friends! Whitney here — and today's Wise Practice episode is one every single practice owner needs in their back pocket. Whether you're brand-new to private practice or scaling into a thriving group, the same question always surfaces: "What should I actually pay myself?"

It sounds simple… until taxes, entity types, self-employment rules, "reasonable salary" requirements, and quarterly payments make your head spin. That's why I brought on someone who makes money talk feel human — Barry Roach Jr., enrolled agent and owner of Core Accounting & Consulting Group.

Barry has spent years helping therapists understand their numbers, strengthen their financial foundation, and navigate tax decisions with confidence. And in this episode, he breaks down:

✨ When (and when NOT) to elect S-Corp status
✨ What "reasonable salary" really means — no guesswork
✨ The mistake new practice owners make when paying themselves
✨ How to avoid a painful April tax bill
✨ The simple formula for deciding what to take home today

If you've ever wondered whether you're paying yourself too little, too much, or totally wrong… this episode will save you stress, money, and confusion.

Trust me — you're going to walk away feeling empowered and clear on your next steps.

Tune in now and finally get the answers you've been searching for.

02:42 The #1 question practice owners ask: "What should I pay myself?"
07:30 Sole prop vs. LLC vs. S-Corp
09:33 Ouch: the 43% tax reality check 😬
11:16 The S-Corp advantage (a.k.a. how to keep more of your money)
12:48 Paying yourself when your practice is tiny but mighty
14:34 When an S-Corp actually hurts you
16:00 Reasonable salary: the "many hats" method
19:37 The IRS wants its money… quarterly 😅
21:11 Safe harbor rules, in plain English
23:10 Partnerships + guaranteed payments

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