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Have you ever felt stuck, knowing deep down that something needs to change but paralyzed by the fear of what that change might bring?
It’s a feeling so many of us know well—the tension between staying in the comfort of what’s familiar and stepping into the unknown of what could be.
In a recent Unjuggle the Struggle Podcast conversation, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Loryane Michaels, who shared her incredible journey of saying “yes” to faith and purpose, even when fear was screaming “no.”
Loryane’s story resonates deeply because it’s not just about a career pivot; it’s about a life pivot. After 20 years in medicine, she faced a moment of reckoning. The path she was on no longer aligned with who she was or the purpose she felt called to pursue. Leaving behind stability wasn’t easy—it required a whole lot of faith and a conscious decision to rebuke the fear that tried to hold her back.
The Tension Between Fear and Faith
Fear is a natural response to uncertainty. It tells us to stay put, to play it safe, to avoid the risk of failure.
Faith, on the other hand, is a courageous act of trust. It’s stepping into the unknown with the confidence that there is a plan and possibility far greater than anything we could imagine.
For Loryane, choosing faith over fear meant asking herself hard questions: Is this God-honoring? Does it align with His word? Will it serve others? Answering these questions with “yes” gave her the clarity and courage to move forward.
Why Quitting Isn’t Failure
Quitting often gets a bad rap.
We’re conditioned to believe that persistence is the ultimate virtue, but sometimes quitting is the most liberating, faithful choice we can make.
Loryane shared how quitting medicine wasn’t just about leaving a job—it was about creating space for something far more aligned with her purpose.
By stepping away from what wasn’t serving her, she opened the door to a life that felt deeply meaningful and impactful.
How to Know When It’s Time to Move Forward
Listen to the Whispers: We’re often so busy that we become blind to the obvious signs or the gut feelings that we know we’re no longer aligned. Are you ignoring the subtle nudges?
Check Your Spirit: Ask yourself if the change you’re contemplating is for the best good and your next, right, step. If the answer is yes, lean in.
Rebuke Fear: Recognize that fear is often just your brain “trying to play it safe.” When it arises, acknowledge it, spend time working through the root cause, and then release it. Replace fear with faith.
Get Curious: Curiosity is often the first step toward clarity. What would it look like to explore the gifts and passions you innately have within you?
Take the First Step
Faith doesn’t require us to have all the answers.
Faith requires us to simply trust there is a higher plan and to show up with that first step, despite the fear we may feel.
That first step might feel small, but it’s monumental in creating momentum.
Whether it’s setting boundaries, embracing a new opportunity, or simply letting go of what no longer serves you, moving forward starts with trust.
Final Thoughts
This episode was a powerful reminder that fear may be loud, but faith is stronger. When we choose faith over fear, we align ourselves with a purpose far greater than our doubts.
Loryane’s journey is proof that when we step out in faith, even without knowing the full picture, the results can be life-changing.
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