God-Sized Dreams | Mental Health, Mindset, Procrastination, Insecurities, Fear, Purpose

Welcome to God-Sized Dreams—formerly Priorities on Purpose. I’m Melissa Batt, a Christian Life Coach, mentor, and host of a Top 2% ranked podcast worldwide. In this Season 3 trailer, I’m sharing why the name change matters and what you can expect moving forward. Every woman carries a God-sized dream—even if it feels buried under fear, procrastination, insecurities, or the heaviness of life. This season, we’ll uncover it together. Through biblical truth and practical coaching tools, you’ll find: Accountability for the baby steps you’ve been avoiding Clarity in your calling and daily priorities Discipleship that points you back to God’s Word Depression help and real talk on mental health issues like anxiety & ADHD, fear, and procrastination If you’ve been around since Priorities on Purpose, thank you for sticking with me. If you’re new—friend, you’re in the right place. God created you for a purpose, and He is not finished with your story. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a single episode—it’s time to stop letting fear call the shots and start walking toward your God-sized dream, one baby step at a time. Ready to dive deeper? 📖 Join my free 5-day Operation Reset Workshop: melissabatt.com/operation-reset 🎯 Book a single Unstuck Session for clarity: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/unstucksession 🔥 Commit to real change inside my 6-month Breakthrough 1:1 Coaching Program: melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching   Stop waiting for the perfect moment. Grab your Bible, your journal, and let’s take faith-filled baby steps toward your God-sized dream—together.        

Welcome to Season 2, friends. We made it! And, I’m happy to share that we are niching down and moving out of business coaching. For those who have been around the longest, you may know that life coaching is where my passion truly is. And, while I will still be coaching a few direct sellers, they already know my holistic approach to make sure their main priorities aren’t neglected for the sake of sales, titles, and incentive trips. This season on the podcast will be full of honest conversations and lots of heart-to-heart talks as we chat about all things life, mental health, and pursuing Jesus. We will definitely be continuing the conversation about Circling the Wagon and Living on Purpose. We will do a few deep dives on what it means to be triggered, how to become ‘un’ triggered, how to set healthy boundaries, how to deal with conflict when you want to run the other way, and my PERSONAL struggles and convictions around ‘sober living’.  Oh, and one more thing… You can count on lots of sharing of raw journal entries that leave me feeling a bit exposed but may help you grow in your own personal relationship with Jesus.  Are you ready for this adventure? Buckle up, buttercup. Season 2 is going to be a wild ride!   Want to work with me in March? I'd love to help you! Please email me at realtalktribe@mail.com and we can set up a call.  Let's connect: https://www.instagram.com/melissabattofficial/   https://www.facebook.com/melissabattofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@prioritiesonpurpose https://www.melissabatt.com      

If the new year has arrived and you already feel scattered, off-rhythm, or unsure how to get back into your routine, this episode is for you. In this honest, gentle pep talk, Melissa shares openly about the struggle of getting back into healthy rhythms, especially for those with ADHD. This isn’t about productivity, discipline, or starting strong. It’s about awareness, grace, and learning how to show up again when routine has been disrupted and there’s no external accountability pushing you forward. Melissa talks about why shifting focus can feel so hard with ADHD, why this isn’t a personal failure, and how staying loosely connected to healthy habits during rest can make re-entry gentler. She also shares what helps her ease back into routine after extended breaks, without shame or pressure. If you’ve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself for not “bouncing back” faster, this episode will remind you that you’re not broken, you’re human, and God meets you right where you are. ✨ Key Takeaways Why getting back into routine can feel especially hard for those with ADHD The difference between awareness and excuse, and how naming the struggle removes shame Why self-directed follow-through is often harder when there’s no external accountability How routines support the ADHD brain and help create a sense of safety and grounding Why staying loosely connected to healthy habits during rest or vacation matters Simple ways to ease back into rhythm without comparing where you are to where you left off A gentle reminder that something is better than nothing, and showing up matters more than catching up 🤍 Next Steps & Support If the new year already feels overwhelming and you need help rebuilding healthy rhythms, the 12-Week Reset is available to support you step by step. If you’re feeling stuck in one specific area and just need clarity or a place to start, you can also book a single Unstuck Session. Not sure which option is right for you? Email Melissa directly at melissa@melissabatt.com with the subject line HELP, and she’ll help guide you toward the next best step.

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, we’re talking honestly about why healthy habits keep feeling hard — and why so many women walk into a new year already feeling behind, exhausted, and like they’re failing before they even start. If you’ve ever told yourself, “This is the year I’m finally going to get consistent,” but felt overwhelmed just thinking about it, this conversation is for you. Here’s the truth most people won’t tell you: Healthy habits aren’t failing because you lack discipline. They aren’t sticking because you’re trying to add them onto a life that’s already overloaded. Melissa breaks down the one mistake she sees over and over again with high-achieving, faith-filled women — especially those who care deeply, try hard, and still feel like it’s never enough. This episode reframes the idea of failure, explains why this isn’t a willpower issue, and introduces a gentler, God-led approach to building rhythms that actually fit your real life. If you’re tired of starting over every January, wrestling with exhaustion, or wondering why doing “all the right things” still leaves you drained, this episode will help you slow down, breathe, and take your next baby step forward with clarity and grace. Key Takeaways Why healthy habits aren’t sticking — and why it’s not a discipline problem The difference between effort and capacity, especially for overachievers How performance can quietly become a coping mechanism Why undoing is wisdom, not quitting, and how God often asks us to let go before adding more A simple baby step to help you reclaim time, energy, and peace without adding another thing to your plate Your Baby Step This Week Instead of trying to add a new healthy habit, choose one thing to undo: one commitment to pause, one app to mute, one expectation to loosen, or one boundary to reinforce. Only after creating space do you consider what might be added back in a healthier way. Ready for Support? You don’t have to figure this out alone — and you don’t have to know the “right” next step either. Depending on where you’re at, here are a few ways (with links) you can take your next baby step: MOVE Meet Up — for a monthly Spotify playlist, movement challenge, and encouragement Get on the email list — for encouragement, tools, and faith-filled baby steps Operation Reset VIP — if you need help slowing down, clearing space, and realigning priorities Breakthrough Unstuck Session — a one-time session for clarity and direction Screen Time Reset — if distractions and overstimulation are draining your peace 6 months of Breakthrough Coaching — deeper, ongoing support and accountability And if you’re not sure where to start, that’s okay too. You can always email me directly at melissa@melissabatt.com and put “HELP” in the subject line. We’ll connect and figure out the best next step together. If this episode resonated, share it with a friend who feels exhausted or like she’s failing — and then keep listening. There’s more support waiting for you here. You don’t have to stay stuck. Let’s take the next baby step together. 💛

New Year’s resolutions sound good… until real life hits. If you’ve ever started the year feeling motivated, only to feel discouraged, behind, or like you’re failing a few weeks later, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Melissa breaks down why traditional New Year’s resolutions so often fall apart, especially for high-achieving women who already feel overwhelmed. She explains why most goal setting fails, not because of a lack of desire or discipline, but because there’s no clear plan that supports real life. Instead of planning an entire year at once, Melissa shares a more sustainable, faith-led approach to goal setting using shorter seasons, reflection, and clarity. She walks you through how she looks back on the year with God, chooses a word for the year, and turns that word into focused, actionable steps without burnout. You’ll also learn a simple but powerful tool Melissa uses called a goal brain dump, a way to get everything out of your head, organize it by season, and move forward with intention instead of pressure. If you’re tired of starting over every January and want a healthier, God-led way to plan your year, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and take your next step with confidence. Key Takeaways Why New Year’s resolutions often fail, even for motivated and disciplined women The difference between outcome-based goals and real-life goal setting How the 12-week approach helps you stay focused without feeling overwhelmed Why looking back at the previous year is essential before planning what’s next How choosing a word for the year can guide your decisions and priorities A simple goal brain dump method to organize goals by season instead of all at once How to turn clarity into action without burning yourself out Next Step If this episode gave you clarity and helped you see goal setting differently, a great next step is the 12-Week Reset Coaching Package. It’s a focused, one-on-one coaching package where we look at what’s draining you, what needs to change, and what to focus on next so you’re not trying to do everything at once. Email me at https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/screenreset Single Unstuck Session: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/unstucksession Breakthrough Coaching: https://melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching Operation Reset: https://melissabatt.com/operation-reset Get MOVE Playlists: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/move Sign up for Weekly Emails: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/onthelist

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt invites you into a heartfelt and honest conversation about the unhealthy habits quietly shaping your life — especially the ones stealing your peace, your focus, and your God-given purpose. As we head into a new year, Melissa unpacks why so many Christian women feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, and stuck in cycles of distraction, even though their hearts long for more peace, clarity, and consistency. Before you can build the healthy rhythms you want, you often have to acknowledge and undo the habits that are draining your mental, emotional, and spiritual capacity. From screen time and emotional numbing to work-related overuse of technology, Melissa shares the deeper connection between your mental health, your purpose, and the patterns that quietly pull you away from the life God is calling you to live. She offers personal stories, gentle truth, and a powerful reminder that the enemy loves to use distraction to keep God’s daughters spiritually asleep — even when they look awake on the outside. If you’ve been telling yourself, “I want to change, but I never follow through,” this episode will help you understand why… and give you hope for what’s possible when you begin clearing space for the habits that matter most. This is your invitation to reset, realign, and reclaim your time so you can walk into 2026 with intention, mental clarity, and renewed purpose. Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Why This Matters for 2025–2026 How year-end habits shape your mental, emotional, and spiritual capacity. [03:30] – Screen Time Isn’t Just Scrolling Understanding the different forms of unhealthy habits and why they drain your focus. [07:10] – You Don’t Have a Discipline Problem — You Have a Capacity Problem Why overstimulation makes follow-through feel impossible. [10:45] – The Emotional & Spiritual Cost of Distraction How constant noise weakens mental health and dulls spiritual awareness. [14:00] – A Wake-Up Call: What 8,760 Hours Revealed The moment at Melissa’s Chamber event that reframed the urgency of reclaiming your time. [17:25] – How the Enemy Uses Distraction to Rock You to Sleep A vulnerable, Spirit-led insight on why screens are impacting Christian women so deeply. [21:50] – You Can’t Plant Healthy Habits in Chaotic Soil Why undoing unhealthy patterns is the first step toward purpose and peace. [26:30] – Accountability, Structure, and Getting Started How James Clear’s insight reinforces what Melissa sees in coaching: you need support that interrupts your day and keeps you on track. [31:45] – Replacing Screen Time With Things That Bring Life What happens when you trade numbing for connection, joy, and purpose. [35:20] – Melissa’s Personal Bedtime Breakthrough How one reset helped restore emotional and relational connection at home. [38:00] – An Invitation to Reset Before the New Year Why the 1-on-1 Screen Time Reset is the most effective place to begin if you want 2026 to feel different. Practical Baby Step Track your screen time today without changing anything. Just observe. Just notice. Awareness is the first step toward freedom — and the first crack in the habits holding you back. {Also, recognize how many times you find yourself saying you don't have time.}  Work With Melissa If you're ready to break unhealthy patterns, reclaim your focus, and walk into 2026 with clarity and purpose, your next step is the: 1-on-1 Screen Time Reset:  A 12-week personalized coaching experience to help you undo the habits draining your life and rebuild rhythms that support who God is calling you to become. Learn more here: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/screenreset Connect with Melissa Website: melissabatt.com Email: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/onthelist

In this bonus episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa shares an honest and important update about the Screen Time Reset — one she didn’t expect when she launched the program just a few weeks ago. What began as a group coaching format has now shifted to a fully personalized 1-on-1 coaching experience, and in this episode, Melissa explains exactly why. From realizing how differently women use their screens, to seeing how emotional patterns and triggers vary from person to person, it became clear that screen time struggles are deeply personal — and the solution has to be personal too. Melissa opens up about: Why group coaching wasn’t the right fit for this transformation How God led her to shift directions with humility and obedience The emotional and practical reasons women need individualized support Why 30-minute private sessions offer better results than 60-minute group calls What’s coming next — including the return of The Success Lounge And why reclaiming your time is the necessary foundation for the habits God is calling you to build If you’ve been considering the Screen Time Reset but weren’t sure whether group coaching would fit your schedule, your emotional bandwidth, or your current capacity, this short conversation will give you the clarity you need. Key Takeaways ● Screen time struggles are deeply personal Anxiety, boredom, emotional numbing, stress, habit loops, dopamine, work pressure — everyone’s reasons are different. ● Group coaching adds pressure when time is already tight Women are too overwhelmed for replays or long sessions. Personalized support removes the barrier. ● Why 1:1 coaching is the best fit Melissa can read tone, hesitation, posture, and emotional cues — things lost when she doesn't get to interact with you. ● 30 minutes is realistic — and powerful Shorter sessions create consistency, accountability, and momentum without overwhelming your schedule. ● Reclaiming your time is step one for all future growth You can’t build healthy habits, routines, or purpose-filled rhythms on top of distraction and overstimulation. ● The Success Lounge is returning — but the 1:1 Reset is the prerequisite Women need clarity, capacity, and grounded routines before stepping into the deeper group work. Join the Screen Time Reset (Now 1:1 Coaching) If you’re ready to reclaim your time and break the patterns that keep you overwhelmed, exhausted, and distracted, the Screen Time Reset is now a private, personalized coaching experience designed just for you. 👉 Sign up here: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/screenreset Early-enrollment pricing is available through January. And because this is 1:1 — you can start your sessions NOW or begin in January. Get on Melissa’s Email List Don’t miss updates, encouragement, or announcements about upcoming coaching opportunities and The Success Lounge. 👉 Join the email list here: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/onthelist  

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa shares a vulnerable and eye-opening look at the screen-time habits most of us finally noticed over the holidays — the constant checking, the overstimulation, the emotional numbing, and the way our phones quietly steal presence, peace, and connection. After asking her own family to check their screen-time data, Melissa discovered five-hour phone averages, 100–168 pickups a day, and more than 300 notifications in a single day. These numbers tell a story many of us feel but haven’t put words to: we are overwhelmed, distracted, and operating on mental overload… and our phones have become our default coping mechanism. This conversation isn’t about perfection or giving up your phone completely. It’s about finding one specific area where your phone is stealing something important — bedtime connection with your husband, dinner-table moments with your kids, or the space you need to hear from God — and learning how to protect that place with intention. If you are struggling with brain fog,  feeling overstimulated, or emotionally overwhelmed as you head into winter, this episode will help you name what’s been happening, breathe a sigh of relief, and take a small baby step toward greater clarity and presence. Key Takeaways ● What holiday rhythms reveal about your screen-time habits Why slowing down helps you notice what you're normally too busy to see. ● Five-hour averages, 300 notifications & nonstop pickups How these small interruptions slowly drain your mental and emotional capacity. ● The link between phone addiction, anxiety & emotional numbing Why your phone becomes a coping mechanism when you’re overstimulated or exhausted. ● Procrastination, online shopping & escaping discomfort How distraction sneaks in when your brain is overwhelmed or tired ● Why this isn’t about getting off your phone completely Practical truth: it’s about getting specific with the area that matters most. ● Melissa’s personal story: protecting the bedtime hour How one small shift is changing the atmosphere of her home and marriage. Baby Step Challenge Choose ONE specific space where your phone is stealing connection, peace, or clarity — bedtime, dinner, after-school hours, car rides, or quiet mornings — and protect that space for the next three days. Simple, intentional, doable. Ready to Be More Present & Less Distracted? Join the 12-Week Screen Time Reset, where you’ll learn how to build calmer rhythms, lower your overwhelm, and reconnect with the people (and purpose) that matter most. This isn’t about perfection — it’s about one small shift at a time. 👉 Join the Screen Time Reset  Work With Melissa Whether you’re ready for a full six months of breakthrough coaching or want to start small with a single Breakthrough Unstuck Session, you can take your next step today. Learn more at melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt opens the doors to the brand-new 12-Week Screen Time Reset and walks you through the deeper spiritual and emotional reasons behind your constant distraction, anxiety, and overwhelm. If your mind feels scattered… If your phone is the first thing you grab in the morning… If you feel disconnected from God, your family, or your own thoughts… This episode is your wake-up call. Melissa shares the urgency God placed on her heart to launch this reset now, not later, and explains why waiting until January keeps so many women stuck in cycles of avoidance, numbing, overstimulation, and survival mode. She breaks down how unhealthy screen habits affect your mental health, spiritual clarity, peace, and ability to hear God’s voice. You’ll learn what makes this reset different from quick-fix “digital detoxes” and why the combination of emotional regulation, discipleship, nervous system care, and weekly accountability is exactly what your mind and heart have been needing. If you’ve felt God nudging you to deal with this area of your life—or if you’re simply exhausted from feeling overwhelmed and mentally overloaded—this conversation will help you take your first baby step toward peace, clarity, and presence with God again. Key Takeaways ● [00:02] — Welcome & Invitation Why the Screen Time Reset is starting now and why the timing matters for your peace, clarity, and mental health. ● [01:20] — Anxiety & Overstimulation How constant scrolling rewires your brain, fuels anxious thoughts, and keeps your nervous system in a state of overload. ● [03:05] — Why This Isn’t a Digital Detox This reset is not “delete your apps.” It’s healing, awareness, discipleship, emotional regulation, and rebuilding presence with God. ● [04:25] — Signs Your Phone Is Numbing You Melissa breaks down the coping patterns—avoidance, emotional overload, distraction, and survival mode—that often hide behind screen time. ● [06:05] — The Enemy Loves Comfort Why the discomfort you feel about changing your habits is often confirmation that breakthrough is needed now. ● [07:10] — What You Get Inside the Reset Weekly coaching, accountability, nervous system care tools, Scripture-centered rhythms, habit rewiring, and a community of women doing this with you. ● [08:05] — The Purpose Behind the Urgency How distraction can cause you to miss what matters most—and why God is inviting you to partner with Him now, not later. Your Next Step If this episode stirred something in you — if you felt conviction, urgency, or even a little resistance — that’s your sign. Your next step isn’t to try harder or cut back on your phone alone. Your next step is to say yes and let God meet you inside this reset.   Sign up here: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/screenreset

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt digs into the hidden mental and emotional impact of phone addiction—and why so many Christian women feel constantly distracted, overwhelmed, and emotionally drained. This isn’t just a social media issue. Melissa shares how constant checking, scrolling, and digital noise are reshaping your brain, your home, your nervous system, and your connection with God and the people you love. If you’ve been sensing the Holy Spirit nudging you toward more presence and less noise, this conversation will help you see what's really going on and what to do next. Melissa also introduces an upcoming 12-Week Challenge for women ready to rebuild presence, emotional regulation, and meaningful connection—and finally break the cycle of digital numbing. And as always, she ends with a simple baby step you can practice today.   Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Quick Recap • Why this episode goes beyond social media • Why listeners felt convicted or relieved after last week • The growing issue of adult phone addiction [01:10] – The Truth About Phone Addiction in Adults • Adults check their phones 144–262 times/day • 76% admit they use their phone to cope, not connect • How scrolling replaces processing, praying, and resting [03:00] – Parenting, Marriage & Digital Disconnection • 69% of kids feel “less important” than a parent’s phone • 62% of parents miss important moments • “Phubbing” (phone snubbing) and the relational toll • Why leading with your own obedience helps your home [05:20] – What Phones Do to Your Brain & Nervous System • Attention spans dropping to 47 seconds • Why you can’t focus, pray, or stay present • Multitasking increases stress by 40% • Holiday scrolling spikes: comparison, spending, anxiety [08:00] – When Phones Become a Coping Mechanism • Avoiding emotions, conflict, and God • Numbing vs. processing • Why this leads to emotional exhaustion and spiritual fog [09:30] – Introducing the newest 12-Week Challenge A journey for women ready to: • Break phone addiction as a coping mechanism • Hear God clearly again • Reconnect deeply with family • Build emotional awareness • Regulate their nervous system • Replace scrolling with presence • Track progress and take consistent baby steps [11:40] – Baby Step Challenge The 10-Minute Presence Practice Put your phone in another room for 10 minutes once a day for 7 days. Notice: • Restlessness • Anxiety • Urges to check • Emotional discomfort • What God reveals [12:50] – Final Encouragement & Invitation • You don’t have to stay distracted or overwhelmed • Presence is possible through small steps • Invitation to go deeper together through coaching   Ready to get unstuck and rebuild presence? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 Breakthrough Coaching: melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching Book a Breakthrough Unstuck Session: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/unstucksession/checkout Don't miss out on upcoming launches of the newest challenge:  https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/onthelist

In today’s episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa shares the behind-the-scenes story of why she is stepping away from social media indefinitely — not because she’s stuck, overwhelmed, or burned out, but because God asked her to. Through months of conviction, quiet nudges, and spiritual discernment, Melissa realized social media had slowly become a coping mechanism, a time-drain, and an area of misalignment with the very things she teaches women every week. What began as a summer break turned into a God-led invitation to choose obedience, presence, and mental health over algorithms and online pressure. She also shares the powerful parallel God showed her between alcohol and social media, the mental health stats that opened her eyes, and how He reminded her that He doesn’t need social media to reach the women she is called to serve. If you’ve been sensing the need to slow down, get quiet, or break unhelpful habits around your phone, this episode will encourage you to listen for God’s voice and trust Him with your reach, your time, and your next step. “If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or unsure what your next step should be, don’t forget I offer coaching designed to help you find clarity. Whether that’s a one-time Breakthrough Unstuck Session or a full 6 months together, you can check out all the details at melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching. Key Takeaways [01:02] Why This Episode Matters This conversation is more vulnerable than usual — rooted in honesty, mental health, and obedience. [02:00] The Conviction: God Kept Whispering “Lay It Down” How a summer break from social media turned into a clear assignment from God. [05:10] The Alcohol Parallel The moment God showed Melissa how social media had become a coping mechanism, similar to her past convictions with alcohol. [08:45] When Social Media Quietly Steals Your Peace & Time Even without comparison, scrolling can numb, distract, and keep you from hearing God clearly. [11:50] Mental Health & The Research That Opened My Eyes How social media impacts anxiety, distraction, loneliness, and our nervous systems. [15:20] Who I’m Called to Serve Right Now Why Melissa is shifting her focus to women who are actively searching, listening, and ready for change. [17:50] Trusting God With My Business & My Message A reminder of how God brought coaching clients even when she wasn’t marketing online. [20:55] Choosing Alignment Over Algorithms Why Melissa refuses to teach women to put down their phones while staying active on platforms that harm their mental health and distract them from their main priorities. [22:10] Baby Step Challenge A simple awareness practice to help you understand your own digital habits. [24:00] A Prayer for Bold, Obedient Steps Melissa prays over you as you consider what God might be asking you to release. Baby Step Challenge This week’s baby step is simple awareness: 1. Check your screen time. Look at today + the last 7 days. 2. Before opening an app, pause and ask: Why am I reaching for my phone right now? Am I bored, lonely, stressed, avoiding something, or just on autopilot? 3. Consider the invitation: What could I choose instead, and what might God be inviting me into right now? Resources Mentioned The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt The 40-Day Social Media Fast by Wendy Speake Work With Melissa Ready for clarity, peace, and purpose? Whether you want a single Breakthrough Unstuck Session or six months of Breakthrough Coaching, your next step is to take action.

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt sits down with Kristina Borseti, host of the Organized on Purpose podcast, to share a raw, hope-filled story of what happens when God asks you to slow down, surrender, and say a quiet but costly yes. Kristina opens up about years of hustling, striving for achievement, wrestling with anxiety and depression, and ignoring the gentle nudges God kept placing on her heart. But through a health crisis, motherhood struggles, intrusive thoughts, and a moment that forced her to stop everything—God softened her heart and brought her back to a place of peace, clarity, and purpose. If you’ve been stuck in cycles of overworking, avoiding your thoughts, pushing through overwhelm, or fearing that slowing down will make everything fall apart… this episode will remind you that God meets you in the pause. There is hope. There is healing. And your surrendered yes can lead to a completely different kind of life. Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Introduction How clutter, chaos, and constant striving are often signs of deeper emotional exhaustion. [02:40] – Coaching Invitation Melissa invites listeners to Breakthrough Coaching for support, clarity, and baby steps toward healing. [04:15] – Kristina’s Breaking Point The moment she realized that hustling wasn’t leading her to peace—and how God used disruption to slow her down. [14:00] – Anxiety, Intrusive Thoughts & Avoidance What happens when we fill our days to avoid slowing down enough to face what’s actually going on. [21:30] – The Season God Forced Her to Be Still How illness, motherhood, and fatigue became an unexpected gift that shifted her from “doing” to “being.” [31:10] – The Surrendered Yes What it looks like to lay down idols, expectations, and old narratives—and trust God with a new direction. [40:25] – Decluttering the Heart & Home Why physical clutter often reflects internal overwhelm, and how small changes can restore peace. [52:00] – Hope for the Woman Who Feels Behind A reminder that your worth is not defined by your productivity, your home, or your ability to keep up. Connect with Kristina Borseti 🎧 Podcast: Organized on Purpose – Declutter + Christian Home Organization   ✉️ Subscribe to her newsletter tips 🌟 Ready to stop going through the motions and finally embrace the life God is calling you toward? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click Here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com  Email: melissa@melissabatt.com    

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt digs into the truth about procrastination and self-sabotage—and how they quietly keep you from walking in obedience to God. What if putting things off isn’t about laziness but about fear, insecurity, or overwhelm? Melissa shares honest stories from her own life, showing how small delays in obedience can block blessings and momentum. Through Scripture in James 4 and Deuteronomy 30, she reminds listeners that delayed obedience is still disobedience—and that trusting God with today is what unlocks tomorrow’s peace and purpose. If you’ve been stuck in cycles of waiting, overthinking, or striving to “get it all together first,” this episode will help you slow down, listen for God’s voice, and take one faithful step forward—today. Key Takeaways  [00:02] – Welcome & Introduction Procrastination isn’t laziness—it’s avoidance rooted in fear and overwhelm. [01:10] – Coaching Invitation Melissa invites listeners to Breakthrough Coaching for clarity, confidence, and accountability to move forward. [02:00] – The Illusion of Unlimited Time James 4:13–14 reminds us that tomorrow isn’t promised; obedience belongs to today. [06:00] – God’s Promise in Deuteronomy 30 Before restoration comes obedience. God calls us to return to Him with our whole heart. [10:00] – Everyday Self-Sabotage Melissa names practical ways we delay obedience—finances, relationships, health—and how awareness leads to change. [13:00] – Discerning God’s Voice How to slow down, notice His nudges, and stop dismissing what He’s asking you to do. [17:00] – Showing Up When You Don’t Feel Like It Why faith-filled consistency matters more than motivation. [19:00] – Baby Step Challenge Pick one thing you’ve been putting off. Write down why, pray about it, and take one obedient step today. 🌟 Ready to stop going through the motions and break the cycle of insanity? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click Here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Instagram: @melissabattofficial

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt gets real about why saying yes to God often feels so scary—and how fear, insecurity, and the need for control can quietly keep you from walking in your God-given purpose. Melissa shares personal stories of how God taught her to overcome fear with faith, from her fear of driving and flying to the moment she stepped out in obedience at church. You’ll learn why true confidence isn’t about perfection or self-reliance, but about trusting God one baby step at a time. If you’ve ever wrestled with fear, procrastination, or feeling “not enough,” this episode will help you flip the script, build courage through faith, and start walking boldly in purpose. Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Introduction Melissa opens with her heart on fear and courage, reminding listeners that obedience starts with a single yes. [02:45] – Why Saying Yes Feels So Scary Breaking down the fears that hold us back—fear of failure, being misunderstood, and not feeling good enough. [05:10] – Facing Fear and Moving Anyway Personal stories of overcoming fear through faith, from driving and flying to obeying God when it didn’t make sense. [08:40] – The Power of the Surrendered Yes How small acts of obedience can give others the courage to trust God and take their own steps of faith. [10:30] – Fear vs. Faith: The Real Battle Fear gets loud right before breakthrough. God doesn’t need perfection; He wants your obedience and trust. [12:40] – Peter Walks on Water How Peter’s courage shows that your yes to God can impact the people watching your life. [13:30] – Baby Step Challenge Ask God to reveal one area where fear is holding you back. Write it down, pray over it, and take one small, surrendered step forward. 🌟 Ready to stop circling the same mountain? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click Here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Instagram: @melissabattofficial

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa sits down with family physician and community leader Dr. Brittany Anderson to talk about something many women ignore until it’s too late: burnout and the silent signs our bodies give us. From high blood pressure to sleepless nights, swelling, anxiety, and constant stress—our bodies will push through for a while, but eventually, they sit us down. Dr. Anderson shares why waiting until you “feel sick” isn’t the answer and how establishing proactive rhythms and checkups helps protect your God-sized purpose. You’ll hear practical, judgment-free steps to book a doctor’s appointment (even if you’re afraid or haven’t gone in years), what to ask, and why your health is worth prioritizing today. This conversation is about more than avoiding illness—it’s about stewarding the body God gave you so you can live out your calling with strength and intention. Quick note: This episode is for educational purposes only and not personal medical advice. Use what you learn here to get equipped—then book your checkup and talk with your doctor. Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Why Health Matters for Purpose How neglected health becomes an open door for burnout that can derail your God-sized dream. [05:10] – The Silent Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore High blood pressure, chronic stress symptoms, swelling, poor sleep, and anxiety—why they matter even if you “feel fine.” [10:30] – Pushing Through Until Your Body Sits You Down Why so many women delay care and how it catches up in unexpected ways. [15:00] – Overcoming Fear & Shame Around the Doctor What to do if you’re afraid of being judged, haven’t gone in years, or feel ashamed to book an appointment. [20:10] – First Steps to Be Proactive How to choose a physician, prepare for your appointment, and bring the right questions. [25:00] – Preventing Burnout with Real-Life Rhythms Sleep, nutrition, asking for help, and modeling healthy habits for the next generation. [29:00] – Baby Step Challenge Stop putting it off: book your checkup this week, make a top-5 health question list, and take one simple step toward caring for your body. 🌟 Ready to build momentum and get off the hamster wheel? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Email: Headed to Healthier (available wherever you listen to podcasts)  

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt opens up about how anxiety and fear often show up right when we’re ready to move forward. From racing thoughts to spirals that make your goals feel too heavy to carry, these struggles don’t just distract you—they threaten to derail your God-sized goals. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to fight empty-handed. Melissa shares her own experiences with anxiety and reveals a simple battle plan rooted in faith and practical steps to help you protect the calling God has placed on your life. Through five powerful steps—identifying triggers, choosing your weapons, creating practical anchors, writing down your plan, and sharing it with trusted people—you’ll learn how to move from panic to peace and keep pursuing your purpose with confidence. If anxiety or fear has ever made you feel stuck, this episode will remind you that every step forward matters and that with God’s truth and a clear plan, you can protect what He’s entrusted to you.   Key Takeaways [00:02] – Welcome & Disclaimer Melissa shares her own struggles with anxiety and fear, reminding listeners she’s not a doctor but speaks from faith and lived experience. [03:40] – Step 1: Identify Your Triggers How to recognize what sets off anxiety so you can protect your goals before fear takes over. [08:15] – Step 2: Choose Your Weapons Scripture, worship, journaling, and prayer as powerful tools to fight fear and stay grounded in God’s truth. [11:45] – Step 3: Practical Anchors Tangible resets like walking outside, stretching, or worship music to protect your peace and reset your nervous system. [14:20] – Step 4: Write It Down Why having a written battle plan keeps fear from derailing your progress when anxiety hits. [16:50] – Step 5: Share It with Someone The role of community and accountability in protecting your God-sized goals when you feel weak or isolated. [19:00] – Final Thoughts & Baby Step Challenge Take 10 minutes to create your own battle plan—identify one trigger, one scripture, and one reset you can use to guard your goals from fear. 🌟 Ready to stop this crazy cycle of self-sabotage and chaos? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Email: melissa@melissabatt.com    

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt shares a vulnerable story about hitting a big milestone—10,000 podcast downloads—and how, instead of joy, her first reaction was shame and comparison. If you’ve ever dismissed your progress because it didn’t look like someone else’s highlight reel, this conversation will encourage you to pause, shift your perspective, and celebrate what God is doing in your life—even if it feels small. Melissa reflects on how pride and perfectionism can sneak in disguised as humility and why gratitude is the key to staying in your lane. You’ll be reminded that progress doesn’t have to be fast or flashy to be faithful. Every baby step toward your God-sized dream or goal is evidence of God’s faithfulness and part of your unique purpose. Key Takeaways: [00:02] – Welcome & Story of 10,000 Downloads Melissa shares the milestone and her surprising first reaction of shame. [02:15] – The Truth Behind Humility vs. Pride How perfectionism and comparison can disguise themselves as humility. [04:40] – Hebrews 12 and Running Your Race The reminder to focus on your God-given race, not someone else’s. [07:10] – Everyday Examples of Small Wins From laundry to weight loss to scary phone calls—every step counts. [09:20] – Baby Step Challenge & Final Thoughts Celebrate one step you’ve taken toward your dream this week, write it down, and thank God. 🌟 Ready to stop circling the same mountain? Let’s work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: Click here Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Email: melissa@melissabatt.com

In this bonus episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt shares an announcement you don’t want to miss — 30% off her 1-on-1 Breakthrough Coaching program, available only until October 12th at midnight. If you’ve been running on empty, waiting for the “right time,” or feeling stuck in cycles you can’t break on your own, this is your invitation to say yes. Coaching with Melissa helps you stop going through the motions and start building freedom, confidence, and clarity with simple, faith-filled steps. This isn’t just about you — it’s about the people you’re called to serve, the legacy you’re leaving, and the cycles that need to be broken for the next generation. Friend, this is your moment. Spots are limited, and once this sale is gone, it’s gone. Key Takeaways A rare 30% off sale on 1-on-1 Breakthrough Coaching is happening now through Oct 12th. Coaching isn’t about doing more — it’s about eliminating what’s not working so you can breathe again. You don’t have to figure it out alone — support, clarity, and accountability are built in. This yes isn’t just for you. It’s for your family, your community, and your legacy. 🌟 Ready to say yes to freedom, confidence, and clarity? Don’t miss 30% off Breakthrough Coaching before October 12th. Use code 30OFF when you apply.    Grab your spot here: melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Interested in working with Melissa, but have questions related to this offer? Email her at melissa@melissabatt.com

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt sits down with Stef Gass, who knows firsthand what it’s like to chase achievement, live in hustle mode, and still feel empty. After years of striving, panic attacks, and constant overachieving, Stef chose to surrender and run her business God’s way. Her story is a powerful reminder that fruit comes from obedience, not overwork. Stef shares how laying down social media and hustle culture gave her back her peace, her presence with her family, and her purpose. She also explains why podcasting is one of the simplest, most sustainable ways to share your story without living online. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things but still falling short, this conversation will encourage you to release the hustle, trust God, and take one Spirit-led step at a time. 🎁 Listener Gift: Grab Stef’s Profitable Podcast Bootcamp completely free using the code MELISSABATT at checkout.  Key Takeaways  [00:02] – Welcome & Introduction Why overachieving and hustle leave us drained—and why God calls us to do it differently. [04:15] – Laying It Down Stef’s decision to step away from social media and striving, and the freedom that followed. [11:30] – Overachieving vs. Obedience How God used surrender (not hustle) to realign her business and bring fruit. [19:45] – Fear & Imposter Syndrome Still Show Up Why fear isn’t the enemy—it’s an invitation to trust God more deeply. [27:00] – Why Podcasting is Different How podcasting helps you use your voice, build trust, and grow without the hustle. [32:10] – Final Thoughts & Listener Gift A reminder to release striving, plus free access to Stef’s Profitable Podcast Bootcamp. Ready to stop circling the same mountain? Let's work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/unstucksession/checkout Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com  Email: melissa@melissabatt.com

In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt unpacks the three biggest roadblocks keeping you stuck: fear, procrastination, and insecurities. If you’ve ever told yourself “I don’t have time,” worried about what others will think, or felt paralyzed by self-doubt, this conversation is for you. Melissa shares how these struggles quietly fuel stress and keep you from moving forward, and she gives practical baby steps to help you start walking in your God-given purpose—even if it feels messy. Whether you’ve been putting off a God-sized dream for years or you’re just tired of starting over, this episode will encourage you to flip the script, trust God’s strength over your own, and finally take that first step forward. Key Takeaways: [00:02] – Welcome & Introduction Why fear, procrastination, and insecurities are the top 3 things that keep women stressed and stuck. [03:10] – Fear of Failure How fear shows up in our thoughts and daily decisions, and why we need to remember God is bigger than our fears. [08:25] – Procrastination Disguised as “I Don’t Have Time” The danger of “someday” thinking and why action today matters. [13:40] – Insecurities and Obedience Why confidence isn’t required—courage and obedience are. 🌟 Ready to stop circling the same mountain? Let's work together! Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: Breakthrough Coaching Book an Unstuck Session to gain clarity today: https://melissabattcoaching.myflodesk.com/unstucksession/checkout Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Email: melissa@melissabatt.com