EP20 - Living The Lelepau Life: Josie & Symone Discuss Listener Questions About Hawaii, Life’s Cliffhangers, and More

EPISODE SUMMARY:

In this special 20th episode of Rooted, Josie and Symone Harms take the mic solo for an engaging Q&A session, answering your most asked questions! From unforgettable adventures in Kauai to life-changing lessons about faith, gratitude, and commitment, this episode is packed with laughter, reflection, and heartwarming stories. The sisters share personal insights on prayer, trusting God in seasons of change, and how to live the lelepau life! Whether you’re here for travel tips, faith inspiration, or just a fun behind-the-scenes peek into their lives, this episode has something for everyone!

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TIMESTAMP SUMMARY:

[00:00] – Welcome to Episode 20: Special Q&A with Josie and Symone

[02:15] – Memories from Hawaii: Sunrise hikes, beach adventures, and fancy sushi at Stevenson’s

[10:00] – Favorite Hawaiian foods: Lilikoi cheesecake, honey-cured steak, and baklava from B’s Kitchen

[15:30] – What we love about Kauai: The people, the spirit of generosity, and lelepau (being all in)

[22:00] – Life lessons from Hawaii: Slowing down and embracing God’s creation

[30:00] – Fun Q&A: Favorite colors, new habits for 2025, and random bear species love

[38:00] – Faith Reflections: How prayer shifted from speaking to listening, inspired by Living Fearless by Jamie Winship

[45:00] – Biggest Lessons of 2024: Trusting God in seasons of change and the power of gratitude

[52:00] – Favorite books, movies, and Bible verses that shaped our year

[01:00:00] – Who would we have dinner with? (Spoiler: Justin Bieber and George Washington made the cut!)

[01:05:00] – Closing: Encouragement to be rooted in God’s truth and gratitude

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NOTABLE QUOTES:

1. "Lelepau means being all in—no more back and forth. It’s about committing fully to God and life."
2. "You can’t be grateful and grumpy at the same time. Gratitude changes everything."
3. "Life’s cliffhangers are the most exciting parts of the story. Trust God with the next chapter."
4. "The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away—praise the name of the Lord in all seasons."
5. "Prayer isn’t just talking to God; it’s about sitting in silence and letting Him speak to you."
6. "Everything we have is from God, so let’s share it generously with others."
7. "Don’t procrastinate joy. Do the hard things early so you can enjoy the rest of the day."
8. "The spiritual part of life isn’t about perfection; it’s about being present with God in every moment."
9. "Trusting God doesn’t mean knowing the plan. It means believing His plan is better than ours."

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Stevenson’s Library – A must-visit for amazing sushi in Kauai
• Kalaheo Café – Favorite breakfast spot after hikes in Kauai
• Polihale Beach – Remote, serene beach adventure in Kauai
• Living Fearless by Jamie Winship – A transformative book about identity and prayer.

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