Letting Go, Grieving, and Embracing What's Next

At Sea with Justin McRoberts

Episode Notes:

Introduction:

• Justin McRoberts continues the Q&A format, focusing on questions that matter most to his listeners.
• Discussion on why the podcast shifted from interviews to a more direct engagement with the audience.

Key Topics Covered:

From Busyness to Fulfillment:

• The importance of distinguishing between a busy schedule and a fulfilling one.
• How to prioritize activities that resonate with your soul and bring genuine satisfaction.
• Tips on using downtime to reassess and reorganize your schedule for greater fulfillment.

Navigating Change and Spiritual Growth:

• How to connect with God when traditional practices and tools no longer resonate.
• The cultural shift in how we experience and express spirituality, mainly through music.
• The idea is that outgrowing old practices is a sign of spiritual maturity and growth.

The Importance of Grieving Deeply:

• Grief is necessary for letting go of the past and making space for the future.
• How to embrace grief fully to prevent it from lingering and hindering personal growth.
• The connection between grief and the ability to experience joy and hope in new seasons.

When to Persevere and When to Let Go:

• How to discern whether to continue or end a project, relationship, or situation.
• The role of joy as a metric for making these decisions.
• Encouragement to seek coaching or therapy when facing these challenging decisions.

Closing Remarks:

• Justin shares updates on upcoming book releases, including his collaboration with Scott Erickson and his new collection of poems and prayers, "In Rest."
• Encourages listeners to continue submitting questions and engaging with the podcast.

This episode is rich with practical advice and profound reflections on how to live a more intentional and spiritually grounded life, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of modern life.

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