Keep It Real with Rachel Sinclair

BRAVE: The scariest and best way to live | A devotional from "Find Your Purpose"

This is a special episode! Today I’m reading "Day 3: Brave" from my new devotional, Find Your Purpose: a 20-day adventure to the abundant life God has for you—even when it’s different than what you expect! 🎉

If you’ve ever felt stuck between fear and faith, unsure whether to play it safe or step out, this chapter is for you. We’ll talk about the three kinds of bravery, what real courage looks like in your 20s, and how God meets you before you feel ready.

Whether you’re navigating transitions, facing the unknown, or just need a little encouragement to keep going, this is a short and powerful listen to remind you that you're not alone—and you are braver than you think.

Get the devotion Find Your Purpose on Amazon for $9.90, and follow @rachelsinclairwrites on Instagram!

CHRISTMAS Fun with Angie! (aka, my mom)

Put your crazy Christmas attire on, because we're having a party! 🎄 Mom and I talk about our favorite family Christmas traditions, best and worst gifts, embarrassing holiday stories, and desserts. We also talk about why the birth of Jesus is such an amazing miracle worthy of celebration.

To get Mom's recipes for the Chocolate Wafer Yule Log and Oreo Truffles, subscribe to my email (https://bit.ly/3GpuhRy)!

Follow along at @rachelsinclairwrites on Instagram and Facebook. And if you liked the show, please leave a review! Thanks for listening, and Merry Christmas!

 

Hannah Brencher (Author + Speaker + Mental Health Advocate)

Author and TED speaker Hannah Brencher joins me to discuss truth vs. feelings, how to set sustainable goals, listening to the Holy Spirit, reexamining our view of “productivity,” and what she’s learned on her journey to 1,000 phone-free hours (!!).

Hannah shares about a season when she battled severe depression, and how shifting her mindset and writing out truths gave her a new strength. This journey inspired her latest book, #FightingForward, which is a “nitty-gritty guide to beating the lies that hold you back.”

 

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Heather Thompson Day (Author, "It's Not Your Turn")

What do you do when you really want something you don’t have? Heather Thompson Day, author of “It’s Not Your Turn,” joins the podcast to share encouragement, motivation, and truth. Heather is a brilliant professor who brings a wealth of knowledge on how our brains process communication, as well as how we can filter emotions and circumstances through the lens of God’s greater purpose.

This podcast is rich with takeaways! It’s a great message to share with a friend who is struggling with contentment or patience. Don’t forget to purchase “It’s Not Your Turn” on June 29, 2021, wherever books are sold.

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Kat Conner Sterling (Netflix’s “A Week Away”)

Welcome back! To kick off a new season of the show, I interview Kat Conner Sterling, who plays “Presley” in the Netflix movie musical “A Week Away.” We talk about what it’s like to film a movie, facing fears, and why she loves playing the "classic quirky girl."

 

Kat shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with Bailee Madison, Kevin Quinn, Sherri Shepherd, and David Koechner, as well as her experience connecting with #AWeekAway fans since the movie's release.

 

We also couldn’t help reminiscing about Samford University, where Kat and I met, and of course we had to mention Step Sing! (IYKYK 😉.) Follow Kat on social media, and stream “A Week Away” on Netflix!

 

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Episode 20 – Ginna Claire Mason ("Glinda," WICKED the Musical)

Ginna Claire Mason – a.k.a. “Glinda” in WICKED the Musical on Broadway – is my guest! ✨ In this *magical* episode, Ginna Claire shares about her journey to Broadway, and she gives us an inside look at what it’s like to play Glinda the Good.

 

Of course, we talk about how her life has changed since the pandemic, which includes starting a business to teach musical theater to youth across the nation. Other topics include God’s good design for rest, our favorite desserts at Merridee’s in Downtown Franklin, and home renovations, to name just a few. 😉

 

Ginna Claire has the kindest spirit, and I know you will love getting to know her! 💖

 

Ginna Claire Mason: Instagram, Facebook, Double Name Witches website

 

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Episode 19 – Sophie Hudson (Author, Podcaster)

Friends, you are going to adore my guest for this episode, the fabulous Sophie Hudson! Sophie is a bestselling author, speaker and co-host of The Big Boo Cast, one of my favorite shows in the podcast world. She also happens to be my former high school psychology teacher! We talk about finding your voice as a writer, living in a pandemic, loving nonfiction & struggling with fantasy, and actively putting others first. Her new book, “Stand All the Way Up,” is filled with hilarious stories and powerful essays that challenge readers to stand up for what matters and let go of the things that don’t.

 

If you like what you hear, don’t forget to leave a rating & review! Thanks for listening!

 

Sophie Hudson: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

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Episode 18 – #AskDad (My Dad, Don Sinclair)

Happy Father’s Day! On this episode, I welcome my very own dad, Don Sinclair 💙. With 30 years in banking, Dad gives excellent advice on listener-submitted questions about personal finance, career moves and all things #adulting. Perhaps my part of the conversation is when Dad shares about a difficult time in his career and how God gave him hope and deliverance.⠀

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Dad’s not the only Sinclair to appear on this episode––you’ll hear surprise guest appearances from our beloved Angie (see episodes 2 and 13), and my brother, Andrew, who just graduated from Auburn University with a degree in forestry.

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Episode 17 – Robert J. Morgan (Author, "The Red Sea Rules")

Anybody looking for some hope? This is the episode for you. My guest is Robert J. Morgan, the author of one of my favorite books of all time, “The Red Sea Rules: 10 God-Given Strategies for Difficult Times.” This bestselling book shares 10 quick, simple and TRUE steps on how we can trust God when we’re struggling to see a way forward. Pastor Morgan and I talk about grief, gratitude, endurance and everyday practices that allow us to lean into God’s grace.

 

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Episode 16 – Robin Jones Gunn (Author, "The Christy Miller Series")

Today I welcome one of my heroes of the writing world, Robin Jones Gunn! Robin is the author of over 100 books, including the beloved “Christy Miller” series, “Sisterchicks” series, and “Finding Father Christmas.” On this episode, we talk about the power of female friendship, especially when built on honesty, unconditional love and endurance. Robin also shares fascinating stories about her life as a writer, and I received a cherry-on-top blessing when she encouraged me personally. Purchase her new novel, “Being Known,” on Tuesday, April 28!

 

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