In this episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie sits down with Shadi Absi, a successful entrepreneur and photographer, for a heartfelt and honest conversation about personal growth and the challenges of navigating relationships.

Shadi discusses the tension between accepting limitations and having a relentless drive to keep improving. In his deeply insightful way, he dives into the idea of satisfaction, posing the possibility that his constant pursuit of perfection might be getting in the way of enjoying the present moment.

One of the most powerful moments you’ll experience in this episode is when Shadi uses the metaphor of a "brick wall" to describe the emotional barriers we build over time, shaped by childhood experiences and old wounds.

This conversation is a nudge to take a closer look at your own emotional baggage and start working toward the healing you’ve been putting off.

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Important Moments:

03:22 - Business Metrics and Satisfaction

06:01 - Embracing Imperfection and Acceptance

10:34 - Balancing Acceptance and Improvement

17:01 - Navigating Relationships and Boundaries

28:09 - Understanding Different Communication Styles

36:01 - The Impact of Words and Emotional Scars

51:46 - Happiness as a Byproduct, Not a Goal

1:00:14 - Breaking Down Goals and Embracing Micro-Failures

1:16:14 - Grace as the Foundation for Healthy Relationships

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Did you enjoy what you heard from Shadi? Connect with him on social!

Website: https://www.moonlightandhoney.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonlightandhoneyco/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalkid2000/?hl=en

In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, we get to hear from the amazing Martha Krejci!

In her authentic and heartfelt way, she shares about her life's transitions, which sparked personal growth, reduced anxiety, and allowed her to find a deeper connection with her faith and family.

After moving from a fast-paced life in Florida to a slower life in Texas, Martha shares the beauty of slowing down, creating space for what truly matters, and allowing God to influence her business practices and abundance mindset.

Through this episode, you will gain a refreshing perspective on achieving success and fulfillment while staying true to your values and faith. It is possilble!

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Important Moments:

04:58 Finding Peace and Slowing Down

07:31 Personal Growth and Overcoming Anxiety

22:02 Impact of Faith on Business

29:08 Taking the First Step: Faith in Action

34:24 The Birth of a Successful Course

40:57 The Scarcity Mindset vs. Abundance

49:00 Leading by Love: A Life Philosophy

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Have you been meaning to surrender in prayer, cultivate deeper faith, and heal from religious wounds? Let Martha walk you through your journey. Visit withmartha.com for more information.

Grab Martha’s book The Home Based Revolution to get started on your journey now!

Martha’s second book, The Invincible Family Project, will inspire you to get out there and do what you’re made to do.

Connect with Martha on social!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martha.krejci1111/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarthakrejci/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MarthaKrejci

Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to meet others' expectations, losing sight of who you really are?

Are you struggling to balance your personal and professional lives, feeling like two different people?

Do you wish you could cut through the noise of external voices and find clarity and purpose?

Are you ready to discover the truth of who you were truly meant to be?

In this podcast, you will find real conversations that peel back the layers of who we are and explore how to integrate our personal and professional lives. We will challenge long-held beliefs and embrace the discomfort of new perspectives to foster true growth and understanding. You will learn how to quiet external distractions, align with your true self, and assume responsibility over your choices.

Hi, I’m Christene Marie, author of Knowing and founder of the Knowing Agency. I spent years trying to fit into molds that weren’t meant for me, constantly feeling disconnected from my true self. I was constantly torn between who I was expected to be and who I felt I truly was. I finally realized that freedom lies in radical self-awareness and aligning vertically—finding a place where love, truth, and responsibility come together.

If you are ready to break free from the expectations of others, integrate your emotional and intellectual self, and discover the fullness of who you were created to be—this podcast is for you. Each episode offers insights, stories, and practical guidance to help you connect with your authentic self, cultivate deeper relationships, and lead your business with integrity.

Join me on The Knowing Podcast, where we cut through the noise, share honest conversations, and pursue the freedom that comes from truly knowing ourselves. Grab your coffee, hit play, and get ready to unlock the business (and life) breakthroughs you’ve been waiting for!

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Next steps:

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