Purpose And Perspective With Misty Mcelroy

When life is hard, it can feel like the best option is to abandon our goals, or to come up with a new plan that offers less resistance. But instead of giving up, sometimes we simply need to try again, even if the fight doesn’t seem worth it. In today’s episode, I want to encourage you to reevaluate, press on and keep going. Listen in.  

If you’re facing a daunting task or overwhelmed by a lack of confidence, this episode is for you. We'll explore how the benefits of insecurity can equip you to accomplish more than you initially thought possible. As you move through your week, you'll gain fresh perspective to see that success is not defined by what opportunity brings to you; it's determined by what you bring to opportunity. Listen in.

We are surrounded by the tangible, yet we are moved and touched and influenced by the spirit and sentiment such things represent. This episode will help you explore deeper perspective with the pieces of your own story, whether you embrace the clean lines and bare surfaces of minimalism, or you subscribe to a lifestyle of sentimental value. Listen in for fresh insight on how to cultivate confidence and walk by faith during uncertain times.

It’s not a secret that our grown-up lives are often smothered with responsibility, but when it comes to having fun, it’s never too late to start again. It doesn’t look the same for all of us, but if we learn to schedule and prioritize things that lighten our load, perhaps the heavy days will be easier to bear. We may have wandered from an intention or a practice or a habit, but the good news is, it’s still within reach if we’re willing to take a small step. Here's a perspective shift to help make it happen.

This episode relates to thoughtful customer service, but on a deeper level, it’s also about making a difference in the middle of a work or personal interaction that is laced with frustration. Join Misty for an experience at the Nashville International Airport, and a gentle nudge toward better interactions, better conversations, better relationships, and ultimately, more peace of mind through it all.

If it's time to level up in your career, or finally make progress on a long held personal goal, this episode is for you. I'm sharing a thoughtful strategy that's helped me lately, when my own insecurities come to light. Even in a focused critique group for creative writing, I'm learning the positive influence of others still carries the greatest potential for improvement. We are all students of life who learn and unlearn, but the way we gain inspiration and growth can sometimes be surprising. Listen in.

There are times when it’s hard to form words around what you believe or desire. It’s hard to articulate the tiny seed of a dream growing deep within, even with an underlying sense that God has laid something special on your heart. In today’s episode, we’ll explore a form of communication that doesn’t come easy for many of us beneath the weight of a carried burden, or in front of a soft, rising glow of hope. But when we lack adequate expression, could it be that we're meant to embrace the silence instead?

In the rush to perform, to achieve, and to do the right thing, thoughts of mercy and peace often become lost, especially when words and feelings get tangled up, or a heated exchange stirs unsettled moments in a relationship. Personal and professional conflicts take a toll, but here’s a secret. The journey might be more significant than the outcome, and in today’s episode, we’ll explore benefits of a simple practice that has the potential to help us walk in peace, even when the circumstances around us speak otherwise.

As nature moves us closer to the warm, golden days of summer, we’re in a season of waiting. Each story is a little different, but as we wait, we also live, and I'm struck by the comparison of it all. Join me for a short reflection and let's consider a few questions in this episode. What if everything changed tomorrow? What if you moved to a new house, landed the perfect job or settled into the right relationship? What if the pandemic was finally over and the world at your fingertips? Listen in.

In the face of a global pandemic, it’s hard to know what to think. There are so many emotions to sift through and sort out that anxiety often lurks in the background, ready to pounce at any moment. If this resonates with you through the stress of COVID-19, today’s podcast is a simple shift in perspective intended to help you breathe easier, as the whole world spins with details of an ever changing crisis. Here’s to keeping the message of hope alive.

The places we live in and move through are a gift from the Creator, and they are also where He invites us to participate in the making of them. We shape the places, but the places also shape us. They are part of the molding and forming of who we become, and in today's episode we'll explore the book Placemaker by Christie Purifoy. It's part book review, part reflection and hopefully also part inspiration as you consider your own life journey and all the places within it. Join me?

When faith gets low, it's easy to grapple with the future and all it's unknown paths. Deep down, we know God cares. We believe He’s near. It can just be kind of hard to feel him or see him taking action. Clear next steps or even a vague outline of what’s ahead would be nice – Right? But when you and I desire bullet points and line items, maybe a firm touchstone or a point of reference is what we need instead? In order to move forward, maybe we first need to look back. Join me for the journey?

When you find yourself on the receiving end of a message that threatens to shake your confidence, especially in the face of disappointing news or critical feedback, this episode tackles the topic of how to move forward with grace. Perhaps you can allow these words to work for good, even when they don’t always feel so good? Let's talk emotions, communication, and the important distinction between what we hear and how we receive it. It just might make all the difference.

This episode is for you if you’ve recently experienced a special occasion or an event that didn’t quite turn out the way you imagined, or if you have plans on the horizon that aren’t shaping up the way you thought they would. It’s not always easy to know where we fit in or how to navigate the beginning of a new chapter, but I'm offering thoughts on what it looks like to celebrate even when things don’t come together at all the way you planned. Listen in!

A fast moving, fast talking nemesis stormed into my professional life like a bull in a china shop nearly 20 years ago, and I was determined not to be pushed around by an intimidating power player. Though sharing this episode is a vulnerable step outside my comfort zone, if you, too, know what it's like to face down an unyielding adversary day after day with very little results, let's explore a small shift in perspective that might help you embrace an unconventional solution to an age old problem.

If you know what it's like to start something with full force, high intensity and good intentions, only to feel discouraged and want to quit halfway through, this episode is for you. Whether it's a spiritual discipline or a natural life ambition, we'll talk about 3 points that can make all the difference in reaching your goal. Stay tuned!

As cozy coffee shops and bright supermarket shelves fill with all things pumpkin, leaves on the trees slowly start to turn colors, bracing for shorter days ahead and lending a valuable life lesson on how to become stronger in the face of adversity. A beautiful carpet of autumn leaves in the making is not an easy process, but it teaches us a proactive approach toward less stress and more peace of mind. We can withstand bitter conditions with grace and prepare to bring forth new life. Listen in.

Sometimes a good ol’ reset is just what we need to clear our minds and keep things in working order when it feels like the walls are closing in or the pressure of everyday life starts to rise. In today’s episode, I’m going to share something I’ve discovered over the past few years that helps me breathe easier and find more perspective when this starts to happen. I also hope it’ll encourage you to find your own reset button when things get stressful or you simply need a little room to think.

In the spirit of summer, I thought it would be fun to dedicate this episode to travel, and highlight the way it affects life perspective, and has the potential to teach unexpected lessons as we move in and through destinations outside the realm of our everyday routines. Stay tuned for a journey of reflection, and the opportunity to go beneath the surface of your own moments for lessons learned, joy shared, memories made, and a spark of inspiration for your next adventure. Welcome aboard!

Whether you're one to avoid conflict at all cost, or you feel ready to face it head on in the heat of the moment, Episode 10 of Purpose and Perspective offers one simple tip to help you come to a resolution with less stress and more peace of mind. It's a practice that has literally changed my life in terms of communication and problem resolution, and in a somewhat dramatic story from the past, I share how the process is still relevant for work and relationship conflicts that arise today.  Join in!