Mornings with Monette

Lee Iacocca once said, “The discipline of writing something down is the first step toward making it happen.”

In this episode of Mornings with Monette, I share how visualization and affirmations—when rooted in Scripture—become powerful tools to align your mindset with God’s plan. From my early days in sports and sales to my current mission as a podcaster, these practices have shaped my journey and deepened my faith.

This isn’t about “...

What if you could tap into a state where time disappears, focus comes effortlessly, and your best ideas flow without force? That’s the power of flow state—and it’s not just for athletes or high performers. In this episode of Mornings with Monette, I’m breaking down what it really means to get “in the zone,” why it’s so life-changing, and how you can create simple rituals to experience it in your own daily life. Whether it’s in your...

Good morning — and thank you for joining me on a very tender episode of Mornings with Monette. Today I’m speaking from a heavy heart after the death of Charlie Kirk — a husband, father, and bold voice for the gospel among young people. I share where I was when I heard the news, what I felt, and how seeing him speak just weeks earlier has made this loss deeply personal.

This episode is a prayerful, honest conversation about sorrow, a...

Do you ever feel like fear is running the show in your life? Maybe you’ve been avoiding risks, shrinking back from your dreams, or playing it safe instead of stepping into what God is calling you to. If so—you’re not alone.

In this episode of Mornings with Monette, we’re breaking down the powerful mindset shift from fear and avoidance to courage and commitment. You’ll learn the 4 C’s (commitment, courage, capability, and confidence)...

Do you ever feel stuck, unmotivated, or second-guessing yourself? The truth is—your belief factor could be the missing piece. What you believe about yourself, your marriage, your calling, and even your daily choices is shaping the results you see in your life.

In today’s episode of Mornings with Monette, we’re breaking down why belief is your most valuable asset, how to recognize where you’ve lost it, and practical steps to rebuild ...

Are you living life on autopilot, believing what you’ve always been told—without ever questioning it? 👀

In today’s episode of Mornings with Monette, I’m challenging you to dig deeper into your faith, mindset, marriage, and even your everyday choices. It’s time to stop living in group-think and start embracing the gift God gave you: the ability to become a true free thinker.

We’ll uncover why most people were conditioned to think WHA...

Did you know the questions you ask yourself every day are shaping your mindset, your faith, and even your future? In this episode of Mornings with Monette, I’m sharing 3 powerful ways to shift from self-defeating questions to faith-filled ones that align with God’s truth. If you’ve been stuck in negative thinking, these simple steps will help you renew your mind, live with more clarity, and step boldly into the life God is calling ...

Feeling God nudging you toward change, but not sure what to do next? In this episode, I’m sharing my own season of pivoting—what I’ve stepped away from, where I’m leaning in, and how I’m trusting God’s timing in the process. This is for the woman craving Christian mindset shifts for women in midlife—the one who knows life isn’t stagnant and God may be calling her to grow in a new way. Together, we’ll talk about how to pivot with Go...

Feeling stuck, bored, or like you’ve lost your spark?

In today’s episode, we’re uncovering 4 powerful ways to reactivate your God-given imagination, rediscover your passions, and start boldly believing in what’s still possible—yes, even in this season of midlife.

I’m giving you a step-by-step framework to:

• Get out of autopilot and into alignment
• Reconnect with your gifts and strengths
• Awaken your creativity and curiosity again
• Partne...

This one’s personal. I’m sharing a story from one of the scariest seasons of my life—and how learning to surrender to God and still show up changed everything.
If you’ve been waiting, feeling stuck, or wondering if God’s really working behind the scenes… I hope this encourages you.
Surrender doesn’t mean sitting still—it means trusting God while taking the next right step. Let’s talk about what that can look like in your life...

Are you wondering if your best days are behind you? Feeling that “now what?” after the kids have left the house?

In this episode of Mornings with Monette, I’m sharing 3 powerful steps to help you reignite your purpose, rediscover your courage, and step into the more God still has for you—even now. This season isn’t the end. It’s a new beginning. Let’s stop settling and start living with holy anticipation. You were made for more,...

Are your emotions calling the shots?

In this episode, we’re diving into the secret mindset shift that helps you stop craving control and start living with God-led emotional mastery. If you’re tired of overreacting, second-guessing, or stuffing down your feelings, it’s time to grow in self-awareness, self-control, and spiritual strength. This one’s personal, practical, and packed with truth. Let’s grow together—one mindset shift at a...

Are you waiting for the perfect moment to finally start living the life you were created for? In this episode of Mornings with Monette, I’m diving into what I call the “someday when” trap—the mindset that keeps us settling, stuck, and spiritually stalled.

I’ve lived it. I used to think someday when my kids were grown, someday when I had more time, someday when life slowed down… then I’d focus on my marriage, my health, my joy. But o...

Are you constantly chasing success, recognition, or approval—but still feeling empty? In this episode of Mornings with Monette, we dive into a powerful mindset shift: moving from a striving mindset to a serving mindset. In a world obsessed with hustle, status, and social validation, it’s easy to lose sight of our true identity and purpose in Christ.

I share Biblical truth, a personal story of performance-driven burnout, and three si...

Are you feeling like the ground beneath you keeps shifting? In this episode of Mornings with Monette, we talk about what it means to truly build your life on something solid—something eternal. When the storms of life come (and they will), will your foundation hold? I’ll share encouragement from Scripture, a personal story from a tough season, and simple growth principles that can help you stay grounded in your faith. If your heart’...

When grief feels overwhelming, God’s presence can carry you—this episode is a heart-to-heart on finding strength, hope, and healing after deep loss.

In this deeply personal episode of Mornings with Monette, we’re talking about something many of us quietly carry: grief. Whether you’ve recently lost a loved one, are walking through a hard season, or are supporting someone who is, this episode offers encouragement rooted in faith. Mone...

If you’ve ever looked around at your life and thought, “This isn’t where I expected to be,” this episode is for you. Whether you’re adjusting to an empty nest, navigating a quiet shift in your marriage, or asking God, “What’s next for me?”—you’re not alone. In today’s episode of Mornings with MONETTE, we’re getting honest about the power of our daily habits and the quiet routines that either build us up or keep us stuck.

This faith-...

Welcome to Episode 265 of Mornings with Monette—a podcast created for Christian women navigating midlife transitions, the empty nest, and the search for renewed purpose. If you’re asking, “What now, Lord?”, feeling spiritually dry, or struggling to rediscover your identity after years of pouring into others—this episode is for you.

In “Take Back the Pen: Why You Must Decide Your Life Before Someone Else Does,” Monette dives deep int...