Ep 341 | show notes are here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/341

What part of your dream could you test before you build it?

If you’ve ever wondered whether your dream will really work, I have a case study for you today.

I’m pulling back the curtain on the creation of my Dreamers Unleashed course to show you how I used beta testing to clarify my offer, gather feedback, and build something that genuinely serves Christian women who are battling imposter syndrome.

This conversation is part honest reflection, part practical roadmap—especially if you’re sitting on an idea and waiting to feel “ready” before you start.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
💡 How to use beta testing to validate and refine your dream
📖 The story behind building my imposter syndrome course
🛠️ How you can start fighting self-doubt with a new devotional resource

Are you ready to quiet the lies and take your next step with clarity?

Download my new 7-day devotional: 7 Truths to Silence the Voice of Self-Doubt and get started today. It’s a short and powerful guide to help you get unstuck and remember what’s true. Find the devotional here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/devo

Whether you’re launching a new idea or simply wondering if your dream could really make a difference, this episode will encourage you to take one small, intentional step forward.

The world needs your dream, so don’t wait until you feel 100% ready. A beta test could be the spark that changes everything.

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Ep 340 | Show notes are here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/340

Could your self-doubt actually be a spiritual battle in disguise?

Taking a step toward your big dream puts a bullseye on your back that the enemy cannot ignore. That’s why it is so important to equip yourself with the truth of God’s Word and put in place an action plan that will help you fight back when imposter syndrome returns.

Because it’s not just a mindset hurdle; it’s a spiritual battle the enemy loves to use to keep Christian women stuck on the sidelines.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🛡️ Why fighting imposter syndrome is a spiritual battle, not just a mindset issue
📖 How Scripture offers a real, lasting antidote to the lies you hear
🔁 The critical shift from “trying harder” to standing on God's promises

Whether you’re procrastinating out of fear, spinning in doubt, or believing the lie that you’re not “enough,” this episode will help you name the real issue and turn toward the only truth that stands firm.

You weren’t meant to fight this alone or in your own strength. God has already given you what you need to move forward in confidence, rooted in who He says you are.

So press play, and let’s get to the truth together.

Doors are OPEN for Dreamers Unleashed

If finding a better way to tackle imposter syndrome would help you move forward, my course Dreamers Unleashed is for you.

Find all the details and a link to register at:

https://www.merrittonsa.com/dreamersunleashed

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Ep 339 | Show notes are here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/339

Have you ever had an idea but you shut it down before it even had a chance?

Maybe you think to yourself, “Someone else is already doing this,” or “What if no one’s interested?” or “Maybe later, when I’m more experienced.” That hesitation? That voice of doubt? It might be imposter syndrome.

In this episode, we take a deeper look at the subtle ways imposter syndrome keeps you stuck. It’s not always loud or obvious. Often, it masquerades as fear, hesitation, or “just being realistic.” But if left unchecked, it will silence your God-given calling before you even begin.

You’ll learn:
🕵️ The hidden ways imposter syndrome shows up when you're about to step into your calling
🚫 Why trying to believe you are enough doesn’t actually help—and what will
🧬 How imposter syndrome attacks your identity at the root

If you’re tired of spinning in the cycle of idea → doubt → shut down → repeat, this episode will help you name what’s really going on so you can finally do something about it.

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If finding a better way to tackle imposter syndrome would help you move forward, my course Dreamers Unleashed is for you. It'll help you overcome perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and fear so you can walk in your God-given identity and purpose. It’s coming later this month, so come to the free workshop on May 20th to learn more:

Free Workshop: Becoming Confident in Your Calling

Save your spot here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/confidence

Dreamers Unleashed:

Join me this summer for freedom from the fear, imposter syndrome, and comparison that’s currently standing in the way of your God-shaped dream. Get on the list and you’ll be the first to know when Dreamers Unleashed is open: http://merrittonsa.com/impostersyndrome

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Why imposter syndrome is sneakier than you think

Ep 338 | Show notes are here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/338

Do you feel like you’ll never measure up?

If you have a God-shaped dream, maybe you’re familiar with the quiet voice in your head whispering, “Who am I to do this?” That’s imposter syndrome. And it’s likely been hanging around longer than you’ve known.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🧠 A visualization exercise that helps you spot imposter syndrome creeping in

🎭 What imposter syndrome actually sounds like (and why it’s sneakier than you think)

🚀 Why identifying these lies early gives you back your momentum

Imposter syndrome doesn’t need a loud entrance to derail your dream. It often hides behind over-preparation, self-doubt, comparison, and fear. But once you know how to recognize it, you can interrupt the cycle and get back to the work God has called you to do.

Press play and be reminded: You’re not behind. You haven’t missed your chance. And your dream doesn’t depend on you being “ready”—just willing to trust the One who called you.

This one is for the woman who believes she is “not enough” to go after the dream God put on her heart. If that’s you, pay attention when I talk about Dreamers Unleashed, my live course/group coaching experience that will help you overcome perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and fear so you can walk in your God-given identity and purpose. It’s coming later this month and you don’t want to miss it!

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Free Workshop on May 20th: Becoming Confident in Your Calling

Save your spot here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/confidence

Dreamers Unleashed:

Join me this summer for freedom from the fear, imposter syndrome, and comparison that’s currently standing in the way of your God-shaped dream. Get on the list and you’ll be the first to know when Dreamers Unleashed is open: http://merrittonsa.com/impostersyndrome

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Ep 337 show notes are here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/337

What if you stepped into your fear of failure?

This week I’m talking about fear of failure, what its true source really is, and how you can battle it and get moving on your God-shaped dream.

If you’ve been avoiding your dream because you fear you might fail, if you’ve stopped taking steps forward because you feel like you are not enough, this is the episode for you. You can let go of all your striving when you remember that Jesus is enough and He promises to bring His work in you to completion.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why fear of failure feels so personal and how it tries to define your worth
• The sneaky spiritual lie fear keeps telling us about our identity in Christ
• A practical step to shift from fearing failure to resting in God’s unshakeable love

This episode is for the woman who believes she is “not enough” to go after the dream God has put on her heart. In it I share about Dreamers Unleashed, my live group coaching experience that helps you overcome perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and fear so you can walk in your God-given identity and purpose.

Whether you are just dreaming or starting to move, this episode will remind you of what is true: God doesn't need you to be enough. He already is and He will give you what you need as you go.

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Get on the waitlist for Dreamers Unleashed and join us this summer for freedom from the fear, imposter syndrome and comparison that’s currently standing in the way of your God-shaped dream. Sign up here: https://www.merrittonsa.com/impostersyndrome

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Ep 336 show notes are here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/336

Is this dream going to be worth the effort?

Maybe you’ve spent hours designing Canva graphics, rewriting emails, or obsessing over what people might think without ever taking a real step forward. You wonder if your dream is even valid or if you just aren't cut out for this. The truth is, you are not failing. You are distracted. And in this episode, we are naming the lies that are stealing your focus from what God is calling you to do.

These three lies: perfectionism, reputation, and platform will not just delay your dream. They will discourage you from ever starting. But God has better for you. He's calling you into freedom from the pressure you have put on yourself so you can refocus on His purposes for your life.

In this episode you'll learn:

🎯 What is really driving your perfectionism and how to break free

🙈 Why playing small protects your comfort but sidelines your calling

🕯️ How quiet obedience lays the groundwork for lasting influence

This episode is for the woman who is tired of overthinking and ready to take faithful steps forward. You will also hear about Dreamers Unleashed, my group coaching course that helps you overcome perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and fear so you can walk in your God-given identity and purpose.

Whether you are just dreaming or starting to move, this episode will remind you of what is true: God doesn't need your polish or popularity. He has already called you, and He will equip you as you go.

If one of these lies has been loud in your life, I would love to hear from you. DM me on Instagram or email me from the website and be sure to join the Dreamers Unleashed waitlist at merrittonsa.com/impostersyndrome. We are doing this together.

Throughout this month, we are exploring how to keep our focus on Christ amid distractions and setbacks. So press play and let's get started.

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Ep 335 show notes are here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/335

Before we dive in, I’d love your input on how the Devoted Dreamers Podcast can better serve YOU. Whether you’re a longtime listener or this is your first episode, I want to hear what’s resonating, what you need more of, and what’s not working for you. Share your thoughts here: merrittonsa.com/input.

When was the last time you truly rested?

In a world that glorifies hustle—even in Christian circles—rest often feels like a luxury we can’t afford. But what if stepping away is exactly what your soul (and your dream) needs?

In this episode, guest Eryn Lynum returns to talk about what Sabbath rest has meant for her family, her dream, and her spiritual life. She shares insights from her latest book, The Nature of Rest, to remind us that choosing rest isn’t laziness—it’s obedience. This is an invitation to stop striving and start trusting the God who never sleeps.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🌿 The comforting truth about the impact of rest on creativity and productivity
🕊️ Strategies for weaving rhythms of rest into daily life and work
⏸️ The art of taking intentional breaks that renew your soul and clarify your focus

This episode will remind you that your worth doesn’t come from your output—and your dream isn’t dependent on constant motion. When we intentionally step away from our work, we create space for God to move.

So whether you’re in a season of full plates or quiet growth, may this conversation give you permission to rest, reflect, and trust that He is still at work—especially in the stillness.

Press play and let’s lean into the gentle rhythms of Christ together.

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Ep 334 show notes are here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/334

What if your dream isn’t a straight line but a winding path that God is faithfully unfolding?

That’s the story we’re exploring today with my returning guest Eryn Lynum. I interviewed Eryn in 2017, (eight years ago!) about her first book, 936 Pennies; it was her very first podcast guest appearance ever! What neither of us could have predicted then was how that tiny step of obedience would lead to something much bigger.

Now Eryn is a Bible teacher, certified master naturalist, and host of the wildly successful Nat Theo Podcast, where she helps families and children discover God’s truth through His creation. In this episode, we trace her journey—from saying yes to an unfamiliar opportunity, to watching God bring her dream to life in the most unexpected way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🦋 What a caterpillar reveals about waiting on God’s timing,
🚶 Why you don’t need all the answers before you begin, and
💡 How your purpose unfolds through imperfect, faithful steps

This conversation is a powerful reminder that God is always at work—even when we don’t know what comes next.

Whatever stage you’re at—whether you’re just beginning or walking out a long-held dream—take heart. God isn’t in a rush, and He’s not finished with your story. Keep showing up in faith, one small yes at a time, and trust that He’s doing more than you can imagine, even in the waiting.

You may not see the full picture now, but God does—and He’s shaping you along the way.

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