Surrendering Your To-Do List to Find True Purpose and Joy | Episode 86

Join us in this highly recommended episode as we welcome a popular podcast guest, award-winning author, and keynote speaker, Margaret. With her unique perspective and inspiring journey, Margaret invites audiences to question whether they may be running tirelessly down the wrong path. She shares a simple daily process to break free from overwhelming busyness and live a life filled with joy and true purpose by surrendering their to-do lists to a higher power. Margaret's story resonates with people of all ages, professions, and walks of life, making her episodes among the most downloaded for podcast hosts.

Episode Highlights:

1. Overcoming Overwhelming Busyness: Margaret, an executive in the high-tech industry and a single mother of eight, found herself buried under a mountain of responsibilities. While juggling her demanding career, providing for her family, and pursuing her education, she slept less than four hours a night and often woke up in a panic about unfinished tasks. Despite prioritizing and focusing on what seemed most important, she realized her approach wasn't working.
2. Discovering the Divine Practice: In a moment of desperation, Margaret decided to surrender her to-do list to a higher power—God, the universe, her inner voice, or a higher consciousness. This shift in mindset allowed her to let go of the overwhelming burden and trust that divine guidance would lead her toward a more purposeful and joyful life.
3. Experiencing Transformative Results: By releasing control and embracing the practice of turning her to-do list over to a higher power, Margaret experienced remarkable changes. She not only accomplished more but also found herself getting more sleep and experiencing less stress. Through this conversation, Margaret shares her journey of transformation and the profound impact it had on her well-being and overall fulfillment.
4. A Daily Process for All: Margaret's practice of surrendering to a higher power is not limited to a particular religion or belief system. It is a spiritual approach that transcends religious boundaries, appealing to individuals from all backgrounds. She emphasizes that this practice is accessible to anyone who feels overwhelmed, struggles with time management, and seeks to live their best life.
5. Inspiring Others: Margaret's story serves as an inspiration for countless individuals who find themselves caught in the perpetual cycle of endless tasks and limited time. Her ability to navigate the challenges of being a single mother, sole provider, and student while still finding peace and purpose speaks directly to those who yearn for a more balanced and fulfilling existence.

Conclusion: In this captivating episode, Margaret, a renowned author, and speaker, shares her personal journey of finding true purpose and joy by surrendering her to-do list to a higher power. Her insights, humor, and ability to flow with the conversation make her a great guest. By exploring the transformative power of this daily practice, Margaret offers hope and guidance to individuals seeking a way out from overwhelming busyness and towards a life filled with joy, meaning, and divine connection.

Chapters:

00:00:00 An Intro to Margaret Agard

00:00:45 Speak to unbelievers

00:02:52 In His Footsteps: How I Gave My Todo List to God and Got More Done

00:10:28 Ask God what you need to do today

00:14:36 The small voice

00:17:19 Give yourself the opportunity to talk with God

00:19:52 In His Footsteps: Sold all we had and followed as God created miracles and new hearts

00:24:31 The Third Book about: Relationship with Husband

00:29:31 Wrapping Up

Margaret Agard’s Links:

Website:

https://inhisfootsteps.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretagard/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/inhisfootsteps

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

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/InHisFootstepsPage/?_rdc=1&_rdr

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