Empowered by Purpose: Becoming the Strong Step-Mom God Called You to Be | Ep. 022

Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to step into the role of a stepmom with grace, purpose, and divine calling? In this heartfelt episode, Vivian sits down with Jen Rogers to unpack the joys and challenges of becoming a stepmom in a blended family. Drawing from both of their personal experiences, Jen and Vivian offer a candid look at the rollercoaster ride of stepparenting, addressing everything from imposter syndrome to dealing with defiant children and difficult exes. Jen shares her inspiring journey from feeling like an outsider to embracing her role as a "bonus mom" with confidence and faith. Through this conversation, you'll find practical advice, spiritual encouragement, and a reminder that you're not alone in your stepmom journey. Whether you're a seasoned stepmom or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights on how to thrive in your calling, build strong family bonds, and find your unique place in God's plan for your blended family. Join Jen and Vivian as they explore the path to becoming the strong stepmom God has called you to be.

GUEST BIO

On the brink of a failing marriage after becoming a stepmom and blending families with her new husband, Jen knew she had to choose – her way or God’s way. Since her way wasn’t working, she decided to dive deep into God’s Word to find answers.

Jen Rogers is an inspirational speaker, a Certified Professional Life Coach, and a podcast host. She inspires women throughout the world to remove the shackles of “should” and “shame” to experience the strength, confidence, and boldness that comes from embracing the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Through years of experience as a stepmom, Jenn helps other stepmoms thrive by conquering imposter syndrome so they can stop wrestling with things out of their control and go from burnt out, to in love, with their lives.

Jen is also a recovered certified public accountant who helps startup Christian women entrepreneurs leverage resources so they can stop running around with their hair on fire and have time for the people, places, and play they treasure most. Jen’s taken all she’s gleaned from corporate, her epic resign-firing, and her Stepmama role, squishing them together with love, as she pivoted her podcast and work to Time To Simplify. When she’s not helping others launch a podcast (or coaching Stepmamas on the side), she’s speaking on stages about creating more time each day through leveraging the power of gratitude, planning, creative connections, and secrets of highly successful women entrepreneurs.

Website: https://coachjenrogers.com

https://coachjenrogers.com/launchyourpodcast

Facebook: https://facebook.com/jenrogers.thejenrogers

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/thejenrogers

POWERFUL QUOTES

"If you want to thrive in your journey, just adopt the spirit of curiosity." - Jen Rogers

“The family that you're in right now, no matter how many families you've been in, you've never been in this family before. Never. So you're always learning." - Jen Rogers

CONNECT WITH VIVIAN

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