Priorities on Purpose: Eliminate Distractions, Find Your Focus, and Grow With Jesus

Breaking Free from Survival Mode: A Life Coach's Guide to Managing Stress and Overcoming Unhealthy Habits

In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, host and life coach Melissa Batt explores the concept of "survival mode"—a common coping mechanism during stressful or traumatic times. While survival mode can be crucial in emergencies, it often leads to unhealthy long-term habits when it becomes a default way of living. Melissa sheds light on how habits like excessive social media scrolling, binge-watching, overworking, and emotional eating serve as temporary distractions from deeper emotional issues.
Melissa highlights the importance of recognizing these habits and adopting healthier strategies to manage stress and find true healing. By addressing these patterns, listeners can align more closely with the fulfilling life they are meant to lead.
Feeling stuck in survival mode and ready to make a change? Melissa offers complimentary consultations to discuss how her coaching can support your transformation journey.
Coaching with Melissa is a six-month commitment, including weekly 1-on-1 calls focused on personal growth, accountability, and actionable results. Saying YES to yourself and this partnership could be the key to a significant breakthrough!
 
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How a life coach can help you live life intentionally

In "Priorities on Purpose," Melissa Batt, Christian Life Coach and podcast host shares her insights on living with intention and how coaching can help you achieve your goals, deepen your faith, or address life’s dissatisfaction.
Melissa works with women to identify what's working and what isn't in their lives. Through detailed action plans and pre-scheduled weekly calls, she supports clients in making progress across their careers, personal relationships, and main priorities.
Curious about her coaching style? Melissa offers complimentary consultations to help potential clients explore how her services can benefit them.
Coaching with Melissa involves a six-month commitment, featuring weekly 1-on-1 calls focused on personal growth, accountability, and actionable results. Saying YES to yourself and this partnership could lead to a transformative breakthrough!
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Why God Wants More for You and How to Go Back to Church

Is going back to church something you are feeling called to do? If so, this podcast episode will give you practical tips on finding a new church.
I'm acknowledging all the elephants and sharing some of my own personal experiences about feeling as if attending church was pointless. I know it sounds harsh, but it appeared that most church attendees were going through the motions. I wanted no part of it until my friend convinced me to try one more time.
Because of Natasha, I gave attending a local church one more chance and I'm grateful for her push. 

Watching online, settling for a podcast with your favorite preacher's messages... (Still love a good Steven Furtick message!) God wants more for you and that is what this podcast is all about!
In this episode, you will be challenged to:
Acknowledge personal fears, rejections, and past hurts that could have you self-protecting and avoiding

Recognize your need for local believers to pray and connect with

Stop living offended and instead use it as an opportunity for intentional conversations

Recognize when avoidance of what is uncomfortable gets in your way of spiritual growth

Trust in God's guidance and provision, remembering my favorite bible verse; Matthew 6:8: Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.

Be courageous and take steps to go back to church, even if it's terrifying.

Reflect on any past church hurt, remembering that people hurt you, not God and that it's important not to put the church on a pedestal. The church is full of broken people who are in need of a Savior and help.

Research churches in your area, considering factors such as location, denomination, and community involvement, and pick three to try out.

Attend a church service or if you are really uncomfortable, start with a smaller step like a Trunk or Treat or special service churches offer throughout the year, keeping an open mind and heart.

Get involved in a church community by joining a small group, or ministry, or volunteering in an outreach program.

Reflect on any past experiences of rejection or abandonment and how they may be influencing your feelings about attending church

Remember that God is calling you back to the church not only for your own growth but also to be a part of a community of believers and serve others.
 
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Why living on autopilot is dangerous for your family & life purpose

Prepare for Battle: Conquer Resistance and Find Your Purpose
Have you been going through the motions on autopilot, doing the same thing every day? Do you feel like there has to be more to life than the life you are living? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, discontentment, or just feel completely 'blah' sometimes? Today on the podcast, we are talking about the three words I have been talking about since 2020. If you need a pep talk, this episode is for you and is sure to light a fire under your butt!
Circle the wagon. It's a word God gave me and it is beneficial to all of us. You cannot hear this message enough, it is so important. It's a talk about preparing. There are things you can do today, starting right now. And honestly, through this journey, for myself, there's always more work to do because we're never going to arrive, right? At least, not on this side of heaven.
Spiritual warfare is real. I don't talk about this to scare you. It's to prepare you. The attacks are going to come, but they don't have to hit as hard as they will if you don't get your stuff together. We must get ready. My mission is to help you live the life you were created for and to do it well, we must be prepared. If not, our lives will be full of distractions that derail us from the work God wants us to do.
In this episode, we talk about:
The importance of preparing for resistance and learning how to build resilience in the face of challenges to stay ahead of the curve and confidently navigate any obstacles that come your way.
Overcoming shame and forgiving ourselves or others to be free
Strengthening your marriage, family, health, and finances
Eliminating noise & finding time to focus on main priorities as a mom, business owner, etc
Embracing the journey of life and remembering that it's okay to lead/follow at different times. Focus on knowing where you want to go and taking intentional steps to get there.
Pursuing peace and what that looks like as a Christian
Circle the wagon. It's time to get your crap together. If you don't, who will?!!! Nobody. It is your responsibility. -Melissa Batt
Proactive Strategies for SuccessYou have the ability to forecast potential challenges and develop strategies to alleviate them. Effective planning in key areas such as finances, career, and relationships safeguards our well-being and limits distractions.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Get the 12 weeks to success workshop worksheets AND a guide to help you navigate your life with purpose and help you circle the wagon. https://www.melissabatt.com/becoming-intentional
Take action:
Check out Ephesians Chapter 2, verses 14-21 in your Bible to read about finding peace and living with God.
Consider joining a community or finding accountability partners who can support you and provide encouragement when things get tough.
Take time to evaluate your priorities and make sure you're aligning your actions with what truly matters to you.
Take action to pursue peace in your life. This may involve spending more time with God, creating better boundaries, or practicing self-care.
 
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Mom Life, Pivots, & Overcoming Fear of Judgement

Stop worrying about what people think when things don't go as planned. This episode is all about mom life, pivots, fear, and Cara Pinder's children's book about the tooth fairy. It's also a great episode for those who have big dreams and want to achieve all the things. 
In this episode, Melissa hosts longtime friend and author of children's book, The Tooth Fairy's Stars, Cara Pinder. Melissa and Cara discuss the journey of embracing change, following one's calling, and overcoming the fear of judgment from others. Cara reflects on her path from being a hairdresser to direct seller to becoming a published author.
When you know you've given it your all, you cannot ever be down on yourself. You didn't fail. If you gave it your all, you gave it your all. And I always say, do your best, give God the rest. He decides what He does with the outcome. Surrender. And trust. You don't have to carry that heavy burden. -Melissa Batt
In this episode, you will be challenged to:
Embrace your own journeys, recognizing that purpose often emerges from unexpected experiences.
Invest in yourself by continuing to learn and grow
Express gratitude for your accomplishments and remember to celebrate them before moving to the next thing
Recognize that pursuing goals may require sacrifice, vulnerability and discomfort at times
 
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carapinder.com 
https://www.instagram.com/carapinder.author/ 
 
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5 Must Read Books: For women who want to become more intentional in life and with Jesus

If you are a woman who has been through hard things that have left you feeling angry, resentful, or struggling with unforgiveness, and you want to deepen your relationship with Jesus, check out this episode.
Melissa Batt, the host of the podcast Priorities on Purpose, discusses five books that have significantly impacted her life and helped her live more intentionally. Each book has helped her in different ways, from improving her prayer life to learning to rest and put Jesus first in areas where she was holding onto anger & unforgiveness. She also mentions a bonus book, "Get Out of Your Head" by Jennie Allen, which deals with managing toxic thoughts. Melissa encourages her listeners to read these books if they are struggling with anxiety or feel themselves living on autopilot going through the motions. 
The books are: 
Fervent by Priscilla Shirer 
Becoming Brave by  Tracey Mitchell
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
Rhythms of Renewal by  Rebekah Lyons
Jesus Over Everything by  Lisa Whittle.
 
If you are interested in learning more about Everand (Scribd), the app she mentioned in the episode, you can try it free for 30 days with this link: https://www.scribd.com/gi/2rcn5u. 
 
 
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Navigating Life Transitions

Welcome to the replay of the first episode of Season 2 of Priorities on Purpose. In this episode, I shared all about my life transitions at the time and mental health updates: Relocating from Corbin, Kentucky, to a small town near Lexington and unexpected challenges from the move • Decision to change mental health medications during the move and how that affected me • How stillness and absence of internet access were uncomfortable for me • Turning to God with my struggles 
 
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Loving God, your neighbor (including enemies), and yourself

In this episode of Priorities On Purpose, Christian Life Coach and Faith Mentor, Melissa discusses the importance of loving oneself and one's neighbors, as commanded by Jesus in the Bible. She also encourages listeners to assess how well they are loving God and others and to journal about it for self-reflection. Melissa emphasizes that loving oneself is not about self-indulgence but about self-care and kindness. She also challenges listeners to love their neighbors, regardless of differences, and to remember that everyone has a purpose. She shares personal experiences of struggling to forgive and love those who have wronged her, and the realization that her actions could either help or hinder their relationship with God.
 
Melissa concludes by urging listeners to step out of their comfort zones, as it can lead to personal and spiritual growth.   Bible verses discussed (NIV translation): 

Matthew 22: 35-40 

Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law? Jesus replied: "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And, the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments."  1 Corinthians 13: 4-7  Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.   
 
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Self-sabotage & Goals: Behind the Scenes of a Masterclass of Goalsetting

In this episode of Priorities On Purpose, Melissa Batt, who is also a life coach, shares part of a masterclass teaching about the power of consistency when creating habits and working on goals.  She also talks a lot about the power of attaching those habits and goals to what God's plan is for you. If you struggle with self-sabotage or feel like you are always failing when it comes to your goals, this episode will be helpful. 
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Saying no to alcohol and the power of sobriety for Christians

In this episode of Priorities On Purpose, Christian Life Coach and Faith Mentor, Melissa Batt discusses her journey toward sobriety and her intentional decision to say no to alcohol forever. She emphasizes that her experiences and convictions are not prescriptions for others, but are meant to be a conversation starter. Melissa talks about her convictions with alcohol, and prescription medication like Xanax, and Benadryl. She also shares specific examples of how her decision to say no to these things has benefitted her over the last few years. 
This is a great episode if you are ready to be intentional with your healing journey or know you have an addictive personality. For those who have lost a loved one, suffer from anxiety or depression, or have experienced trauma, consider this episode as a segue to ask yourself important questions related to grief and numbing your emotions to avoid feeling pain, sadness, anger, etc.
If you are ready to heal instead of escape the pain, this episode will give you hope as Melissa shares how she has been able to move forward toward true healing from trauma and tough situations. Giving alcohol up has allowed her to feel all the feelings and process the pain fully instead of just numbing and avoiding it.
She encourages listeners to seek God's guidance in their own lives and to trust in His wisdom.
 
Disclaimer: Melissa is a Christian Life Coach, not a doctor or therapist. If you feel you have a problem abusing drugs or alcohol, please reach out to a professional. 
 
https://988lifeline.org/
 
https://newcreationtreatment.com/
 
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