Getting Unstuck with Amy Joob

Have you ever felt stuck? Maybe in your career. With finances. In a relationship. With your health.

Are you struggling and looking for direction on something? Are you waiting on God for something? Are you wondering what the next right step is?

I think we all been there in our lives. That is why I am excited to welcome Amy Joob to the podcast to talk about getting unstuck.

Amy is an author who recently published her second book, Unstuck Step Into the New: A 40 Day Prayer Journal.

Join us to hear how Amy learned to get unstuck from her challenges in life and how you can, too

Friends, You can find Amy’s website at www.amyjoob.com. You can order her 40-day devotional on Amazon.
 
Her youtube channel is called Esther and Mordecai Generation.

Welcome to A Life Designed.
 
My name is Tina Haisman. I teach busy moms how to get everything done and still have time and energy for themselves. My passion is for helping women create more heart-to-heart connection with their husband and children so they can feel deeply fulfilled in those most important relationships.
 
The topic of today’s podcast is Getting Unstuck
 
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Now let’s Dive IN and talk about Getting Unstuck
 
I am so excited today to bring a guest to you. Her name is Amy Joob. I’ve known Amy for a few years now.
 
She is an award-winning author, motivational speaker and former model.
Amy loves to share personal stories of how God has used her and her family’s greatest pain to birth their greatest purpose.
 
She hopes to inspire women, men and families for pray for, support and advocate for one another and those in need, locally and around the globe.
 
Amy is an inspiring advocate for those less fortunate. She and her family can often be seen partnering with charities, foundations and ministries throughout Chicagoland.
 
She also has her own show called Support Someone Saturday, which you can check out on her youtube channel Called Ester and Mordecai Generation. We will put the link in the show notes for you.
 
Amy’s first book is called Model Behavior: Make your Career Path Your Calling.
 
And her second book Unstuck: Step Into the New: A 40 Day Prayer Journal is what we are here to talk about today.
 
Welcome Amy!
 
Why did you write this devotional?
I started writing unstuck during the pandemic. I want to share our story and help individuals and families get unstuck, see their hope restored and their faith ignited again.


Who is it for?
This prayer devotional is for anyone who feels stuck right now or who is starting over after a challenging season. I share stories from me, Eric, Arianna and Ashton's lives. I think this devotional is for Mom's, Dad's and those focusing on strengthening their faith walk with the Lord (any age!)


In a sentence or less, how do we get unstuck?
3 Keys - Prayer, People, Purpose
 
Can you tell me how you and your family got unstuck after the pandemic with all its challenges?
Surrendered to God's plan 2. Got creative 3. Made faith and family top priorities 4. Stayed involved in our local church 5. We prayed 5. Went to Christian therapy/counseling

What does it feel like to start a new career at 50? What advice would you give our listeners who are starting a new career (at any age) and re-inventing themselves?
It's been exciting and a bit scary at the same time. I feel like I am on a new adventure with God. I can't completely see the future, but I feel so happy and fulfilled to be doing speaking, writing and ministry. I know I am where He wants me to be. I have to be flexible and willing to change and learn new things. (Change is my word for 2021). Don't feel like you have to be perfect, just step out and try your best and trust the results to God. If you fail or fall, it's okay. Get back up and God will lead you again. Trust God with the results, just obey what He has asked you to do. 
 
How did you and your family cope with your son’s rare genetic disorder diagnosis? What advice would you give families with special needs children? Ashton was diagnosed with Noonan Syndrome in 2017. After the genetic test, good friend said, "Trust God with the results, with the outcome. Surrender it. Whatever is meant to be will happen and He will give you grace for it. I do believe God gives special grace for special needs. It doesn't mean you won't have really hard days. But God will give you strength to match your days. 1)Give yourself permission to grieve and process through everything. 2) Keep putting God first, spend time with Him individually and as a family in prayer and the Word of God. (Jesus came to give us life and life more abundantly!) 3) Embrace community, pray for God to bring you the right people. It takes a village or two! 4) Keep having fun!
 
What advice would you give our listeners who are struggling with a long term medical condition or who are facing a an ongoing difficult situation? 1) Invite Jesus to meet you in the pain 2) Invite someone else in  - a trusted friend, prayer partner, mentor, therapist and let them help you walk through 3) Keep connected to the people of God, we are stronger together.
 
What changes have you made in your life to get unstuck and what advice would you give other moms who are taking care of families and working toward their personal goals? 1) I came up with a time management plan when kids were at home 30-30-30 speak, write and grow. I did something each day to move the needle forward. 2) Find a designated quiet place to work 3) Enlist help - ask your family to help at home, ask God to bring right people into your life, find a prayer partner
 
I know you have overcome alcohol addiction and an abusive past. Can you tell our listeners what strategies have you implemented to overcome and find victory in these areas? 1) Christian therapy 2) Small group 3) Prayer partners 4) Fast & pray 5)Forgiveness 6) Fresh vision 7)Know your identity is ultimately in Jesus 
 
Prayer plays a major role in your life and you just released a new prayer journal, Unstuck: Step Into the New. What advice would you give our listeners who want to develop their prayer life? 1) Be intentional 2) Set a place and time 3) Come with your Bible and journal. Presents your requests, but take time to listen as well.
 
You have worked through a number of painful family situations and betrayal in your life. How has forgiveness played a role in your healing process? Day 19 Forgive & Be Free, explains the analogy of forgiving so you are not held back in your life. Forgiveness has truly set me free! Explain Choosing to Forgive, Praying a Blessing over those who hurt you. Two sides of the coin, forgiveness and reconciliation.
 
You talk a lot about the power in community and finding a pray partner. Do you have advice for our listeners who have been wounded or are feeling isolated right now? How can they find a prayer partner and healthy community? Also, forgiving pastors who have fallen and to keep loving the church, the Bride of Christ. If you love Jesus, you will love His Bride. Just like people who truly love you, love your spouse.  People may have hurt you, but people will also help you heal. Pray God brings you the right prayer partner (s) and seek Christian community. 
 
How have you and your husband worked to get unstuck from all of these challenges and what strategies have you implemented to strengthen your marriage? 1) We have worked to create time and space for each other. We started going on a weekly date night during the pandemic. We also try to get away together alone (even for one night) once or twice a year. 2) We have gone to Christian counseling together - within the year Ashton was diagnosed 3) We work to stay on the same page as parents and support each other, even implement family meetings. 4) We support and help each other reach our goals in ministry and business. 5) We have been making time to go to the health club and work out together. 6) We make time to talk & be intimate in the evening  - at least once or twice a week. 
 
Well, that is all so inspiring, Amy. Thank you for sharing with us.
 
Friends, You can find Amy’s website at www.amyjoob.com. You can order her 40-day devotional on Amazon.
 
Her youtube channel is called Esther and Mordecai Generation.
 
Thank you! See you next week!