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What if the story you've been telling yourself about a difficult season isn't the whole story? In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice Johnson reflects on a full-circle moment at the University of Louisville that challenged how she'd been viewing a season of her life nearly two decades ago. What she once remembered through the lens of struggle, disappointment, and feeling like she hadn't shown up well, God is now allowing her to see through a renewed perspective. Sometimes the circumstances don't change, but the way we see them does. What if God is inviting you to take another look at your story? Not to dismiss what happened or how you felt, but to recognize the growth, grace, and goodness that were present even then. Your Friday Reset: You don't have to deny the difficulty of a season to acknowledge the good God has brought from it. It's time to see your story anew.   Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/product-page/courage-reflection-guide Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en To financially support Her Renewed Mind and visionSPEAK Consulting, Click: https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]

As women, we lead in our homes, careers, businesses, ministries, and communities. But somewhere along the way, the desire to serve well can become the pressure to do everything. In this episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice Johnson sits down with John Maxwell Team Coach, Trainer & Speaker, and Entrepreneur Devon McCarley, founder of Back on Brand, for an honest, faith-filled conversation about leadership, burnout, obedience, and learning to lead from a place of grace. After more than 20 years in demanding leadership roles, Devon found herself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted. She shares how God led her to release responsibilities, relocate, rediscover rest, and embrace a new season of purpose. In this conversation, you'll discover: -Why women leaders often carry more than they're assigned. -How burnout can affect your mind, body, emotions, and spiritual life. -The difference between being called to something and being called to do everything. -Why learning to say no is essential to healthy leadership. -How to release the pressure to prove yourself and embrace your identity as God's daughter. -What it looks like to partner with God through prayer, planning, and obedience. One powerful reminder from Devon: "You do not always have to say yes. No is a complete sentence." You don't have to earn your worth through constant productivity. You can lead, serve, and fulfill your assignment without carrying every weight. It's time to renew your mind around what God has actually called you to carry. Connect with Devon McCarley Website: https://www.backonbrandlc.com Visit her website to learn about her coaching, consulting, organizational training, and complimentary consultations. If this episode encouraged you, share it with another woman who's learning to lead and live with grace. And don't forget to follow, comment, subscribe, and leave a review of Her Renewed Mind!   Join the next Gathering of the Queens masterclass: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/gathering-of-the-queens-virtual-meetup-october-26?referral=service_list_widget Join the virtual masterclass, Beyond the Prayer: Becoming the Woman Who Builds Healthy Love: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/beyond-the-prayer-becoming-the-woman-who-builds-healthy-love?referral=service_list_widget Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/product-page/courage-reflection-guide Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en  Financially support Her Renewed Mind and visionSPEAK Consulting, Click: https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]

Sis, it's okay to cancel. It's okay to pivot. And yes, it's okay to change your mind! In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice shares a personal reflection from a small business conference that prompted her to make a decision she'd been putting off. What started as an opportunity to evaluate her business became a powerful reminder about trusting herself, releasing self-imposed expectations, and honoring her current season. If you've been holding on to a commitment simply because you said you would do it, this reset is your invitation to pause, evaluate, and make the decision that's right for you. Your Friday Reset: What decision have you been delaying? Take time to reflect, seek wisdom if needed, and give yourself permission to move forward with peace. Remember, sis: You don't have to keep doing something just because you once planned to do it.   Join the virtual masterclass, Beyond the Prayer: Becoming the Woman Who Builds Healthy Love: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/beyond-the-prayer-becoming-the-woman-who-builds-healthy-love?referral=service_list_widget Join the next Gathering of the Queens masterclass: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/gathering-of-the-queens-virtual-meetup-october-26?referral=service_list_widget +Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/product-page/courage-reflection-guide +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en +To financially support Her Renewed Mind and visionSPEAK Consulting, Click: https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]

What do you do when God starts opening doors you've been praying for? In this week's episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my life and visionSPEAK Consulting to celebrate answered prayers, unexpected opportunities, and the beautiful ways God is preparing me for what's next. From returning to the University of Louisville as a professor to stepping back into local high schools, I'm sharing how God's divine timing is reminding me that He is my source and that I don't have to strive to make everything happen. I'm also sharing what Holy Spirit has been teaching me about stewarding what's already growing, embracing Kingdom collaboration, recognizing the value of my experience, and preparing for a more intentional and settled 2027. This episode is your invitation to celebrate where you are, release what no longer needs your attention, and make room for what God is preparing you to step into. Grab your journal, reflect, and share what God is speaking to your heart!   Join the virtual masterclass, Beyond the Prayer: Becoming the Woman Who Builds Healthy Love: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/beyond-the-prayer-becoming-the-woman-who-builds-healthy-love?referral=service_list_widget Join the next Gathering of the Queens masterclass: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/gathering-of-the-queens-virtual-meetup-october-26?referral=service_list_widget Apply for the next Queen AriseCollective: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9Mp3IWjPNpGg6fPMjnoUak03p7MhRDYTxGNg7kCRjk-VQSQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108585247020791495497 Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/product-page/courage-reflection-guide Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en To financially support Her Renewed Mind and visionSPEAK Consulting, Click: https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]

Join us for Beyond the Prayer: Becoming the Woman Who Builds Healthy Love: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/service-page/beyond-the-prayer-becoming-the-woman-who-builds-healthy-love?referral=service_list_widget What if becoming a better communicator started with asking more questions? In today's Friday Reset, I'm reflecting on a powerful insight from my recent conversation with communication coach Tiffany Santana about humility and the importance of remaining curious. Sometimes we're so ready to share our opinions, experiences, or advice that we miss the opportunity to truly understand someone else. This Friday, I'm challenging you to slow down, embrace the posture of a student, and ask a question before sharing your thoughts. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do in a conversation is simply listen. 👑 Your Friday Reset: Who can you get curious about today?

Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/product-page/courage-reflection-guide Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en Please support Her Renewed Mind with Dr. Candice  https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]   Have you ever held back from speaking up, sharing your ideas, or pursuing something God placed on your heart because you questioned whether your voice was enough? In this episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice sits down with communication strategist, coach, and speaker Tiffany D. Santana for a powerful conversation about finding your voice, building confidence, and communicating in a way that reflects Christ. Tiffany shares why so many brilliant women silence themselves, how past experiences shape the way we communicate, and why developing confidence begins with renewing your mind—not simply learning new communication techniques. Together, we explore: Why your voice matters and how to stop diminishing it Tiffany's VOICE framework for communicating with purpose What it means to become a servant communicator How comparison keeps us from contributing what God has given us Why confidence grows through practice, risk-taking, and supportive environments How to replace limiting beliefs with God's truth about your identity If you've been waiting until you feel more qualified, articulate, or confident before you show up, this conversation is for you. You don't have to compete with anyone. You have something valuable to contribute.   Connect with Tiffany: https://www.tiffanydsantana.com/ Follow and subscribe to her podcast, Good Talk with Tiffany: https://www.youtube.com/@goodtalkwithtiffany

Have you ever tried something, didn’t get the response you hoped for, and thought, Well, I’m not doing that again? In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice Johnson shares how a gentle nudge to send another email became an opportunity to connect with a parent and provide meaningful support. She reflects on bringing hesitant thoughts into conversation with God, recognizing His loving guidance, and taking another step even when the outcome is uncertain. If you’ve been holding back from sharing your message, extending an invitation, or offering your services again, this episode will encourage you to pause, pray, and consider your next step. Your first attempt doesn’t have to be your last.

What if the situation hasn’t changed—but the way you’re looking at it needs to? In this episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice talks about the power of shifting your perspective. Sometimes we can become so focused on what isn’t happening, what we don’t have, or how we thought things would go that we miss what God is showing us right where we are. This conversation is an invitation to pause, challenge the story you’ve been telling yourself, and ask: Is there another way to see this? Because sometimes the shift you need isn’t around you—it’s within you.   *****NEXT STEPS***** **Ready to Join the Queen Arise Collective, our 6-week coaching/mentorship/discipleship program, email me at [email protected] before Wednesday, October 7, 2026 +Download your FREE Courage Reflection Guide, Click HERE. +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

What if rest isn’t something you have to earn? In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice shares what God has been showing her as she rereads Grace Over Grind and reflects on Psalm 127. After recognizing the need to recalibrate her approach to life and business, she’s being reminded that God never called us to carry the pressure of making everything happen. Rest is not a reward for finishing everything on your list—it’s a gift from God. As you close out your week, consider where you may be striving, carrying unnecessary pressure, or trying to control the outcome. You can work faithfully while still trusting God to do what only He can do. This weekend, receive the gift of abundant rest. *****NEXT STEPS***** +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice: https://www.instagram.com/drcandicejohnson/?hl=en +To financially support Her Renewed Mind and visionSPEAK Consulting, Click: https://linktr.ee/drcandicejohnson; Zelle: [email protected]

When did you start believing that everything depends on you? Between family, work, ministry, relationships, and pursuing the dreams God has placed in your heart, it's easy to find yourself carrying more than you were ever meant to carry. And sometimes, even good opportunities and helpful information can leave us feeling overwhelmed by everything we think we should be doing. In this personal episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice shares a recent moment of surrender that reminded her of a powerful truth: God is our source, and we are not responsible for making everything happen. Together, we're reflecting on the importance of releasing unnecessary pressure, giving ourselves grace when things don't go as planned, and focusing on what God has placed in front of us today. You don't have to implement every good idea, chase every opportunity, or figure out every detail of your future. Sometimes the next faithful step is simply to pause, breathe, and trust. You can rest without quitting. You can pause without abandoning your purpose. And you can move forward without having everything figured out. The Queen Arise Collective begins October 1! If you're ready to renew your mind and grow alongside women who are committed to becoming who God has called them to be, visit the show notes below for details and registration. *****NEXT STEPS***** +Join the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information + OR complete the application if we are in between cohorts: Queen Arise Collective Application +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

Have you ever said yes when everything in you wanted to say no? In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice shares a personal reflection on what she’s learning about honoring her feelings, practicing discernment, and giving herself permission to say no without guilt. After years of automatically saying yes—even when she didn’t really want to—she’s discovering that every opportunity, request, or good idea doesn’t require a yes. Sometimes, your best yes is actually no. If you’ve been overcommitting, ignoring what you’re feeling, or believing you need a long explanation for every boundary you set, this reset is your reminder: you have permission to pause, discern, and choose what is right for you in this season. Plus, Dr. Candice shares what’s coming up with the Queen Arise Collective and invites you to join her live Saturday, September 26 at 2:15 p.m. ET on YouTube. *****NEXT STEPS***** Join me LIVE on YouTube, Saturday, September 26 at 2:15 PM ET, Click HERE to be notified that I am live. +Join the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information + OR complete the application if we are in between cohorts: Queen Arise Collective Application +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

You’ve prayed about it. You’ve thought about it. You may have even written the vision down, received confirmation, and told someone what you believe God is calling you to do. So why are you still waiting? Sometimes we convince ourselves that we need more clarity, more confidence, or one more sign before we move. But there comes a point when seeking more information becomes a way of delaying the step we already know we need to take. In this episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice encourages you to examine the place where you may be hesitating, second-guessing, or waiting to feel completely ready. This is not a call to move recklessly. It is an invitation to trust God enough to respond to what He has already revealed. You may not know every step. You may not feel completely prepared. But, you know what to do next.   *****NEXT STEPS***** +Join the Queen Arise Collective Open House on Monday, September 21 at 7 PM ET. Save your seat, HERE +Join the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information OR complete the application if we are in between cohorts: Queen Arise Collective Application +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

What if the growth you’ve been praying for requires you to get a little uncomfortable? In this Friday Reset, Dr. Candice shares what happened when she almost talked herself out of attending a networking event because she didn’t feel completely prepared. She wanted the perfect elevator speech. She wanted to clearly articulate exactly what she does. But instead of waiting until she felt ready, she decided to go anyway. And on the other side of that discomfort? New connections, new possibilities, and a reminder that she doesn’t have to be in charge of making everything happen. Sometimes growth isn’t about having all the right words. Sometimes it’s about showing up, making the connection, and trusting God with what happens next. As you head into your weekend, ask yourself: Where might God be inviting me to step outside of my comfort zone and grow?   *****NEXT STEPS***** +Join the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

What did the women in your family teach you about money—not only through what they said, but through what you watched them do? In this episode of Her Renewed Mind, Dr. Candice sits down with her Queen sister :), Candice Casey—24-year entrepreneur, investor, retired financial advisor, and business and trading coach—for an honest and empowering conversation about women, money, stewardship, and financial confidence. Candice reflects on the strong women who shaped her, including her great-grandmother and grandmother. They may not have always had a lot, but they knew how to take what was available and make something happen. Their resourcefulness helped shape how she views money, responsibility, and stewardship today. This conversation will invite you to consider the beliefs about money you learned growing up, what may need to be renewed, and how you can become more intentional with what is currently in your hands. Candice also shares three practical places every woman can begin: Know your numbers. Save what you can. Learn one new thing about money. You do not have to understand everything overnight, and you do not have to remain intimidated by finances. You can learn. You can grow. You can make wise decisions. And as Candice reminds us at the end of this conversation, Queen—you can do this. Connect with Candice Casey: https://candicecasey.com/ *****NEXT STEPS***** +Join the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]

What are you sitting on that God is asking you to release? This week, Dr. Candice shares how one simple prompting from the Holy Spirit—“Don’t sit on what you have”—shifted the way she looked at what was already in her hands. What started with Queen Arise books, journals, and T-shirts in the trunk of her car became a reminder that sometimes the opportunity we’re praying for is connected to what God has already given us. In this Friday Reset, be encouraged to stop allowing fear, overwhelm, or disappointment to keep you from moving. Your next step may be simpler—and closer—than you think. Plus, Dr. Candice shares an invitation to the Queen Arise Collective, a six-week discipleship and coaching experience beginning October 1.   *****NEXT STEPS***** in the NEW Queen Arise Collective, 6 Week Coaching Program, starting October 1, 2026, Click HERE for more information +Subscribe to the website: https://www.visionspeakconsulting.com/ +Follow Dr. Candice, HERE. +To financially support Her Renewed Mind & visionSPEAK Consulting, Click ⁠HERE⁠. Zelle: [email protected]