From the Garden to the Stage: Following God's Call

Hey, it's Ronai!

God has been opening some exciting doors lately, and I couldn't be more grateful.

This fall, I'm stepping into an incredible new season of speaking into the lives of God's children. In September, I'll be at Camp Lebanon sharing with over 500 women about their identity in Christ. Then in October, I'll be speaking to a congregation in Chippewa Falls.

If you've followed me for any length of time, you know that helping people discover who God created them to be is one of my greatest passions. Whether through Faithfully Unleash Your Strengths, coaching, workshops, or speaking, I love watching people move from confusion and self-doubt into confidence, purpose, and freedom.

As these speaking opportunities continue to grow, I find myself leaning even more into the simple daily practices that help me stay healthy, focused, and grounded.

And yes... oils are still a HUGE part of my life.

I've had several people ask lately if I'm still using them because I haven't been posting about them as much. The answer is absolutely YES!

In fact, I may be using them more now than ever before.

As I prepare for the different things God has called me to do, these are some of the oils I reach for most often:

Shinrin Yoku helps me quiet my mind at the end of the day and rest in God's love.

Citrus Bliss is my joyful stress relief. When life feels overwhelming or my to-do list gets longer than I'd like, this blend instantly lifts my mood.

Breathe helps me slow down, be present, pray, and simply take a deep breath.

And because healing is still part of my journey, Frankincense, Marjoram, Lemongrass, and Copaiba have been my faithful companions as I continue recovering from my Achilles injury.

But oils don't stop at supporting me.

They're part of life around our entire little homestead.

In the garden, I use a highly diluted peppermint spritz to help keep unwanted pests away from my plants. When I'm outside working, TerraShield combined with citronella, cedarwood, and peppermint helps keep mosquitoes and ticks from making me their next meal.

Even my chickens benefit! I add small amounts of thyme and oregano oil to their feed as part of my efforts to support their digestive health and overall wellness.

For me, this journey has never been about choosing between faith and wellness.

It's about stewardship.

It's about caring for the body God gave me so I can faithfully fulfill the assignments He places in front of me.

It's about using the gifts, tools, and resources He's provided to serve others well.

And speaking of serving others...

If you're looking for a speaker for your church, women's ministry, retreat, conference, leadership event, or community gathering, I'd love to have a conversation. Some of my favorite topics include identity in Christ, discovering your God-given strengths, faith-filled leadership, and living with purpose.

You can reach out through my website or send me a message directly. I'd love to learn more about your event and see how I can serve your audience.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. I'm excited to see where God leads next!

Blessings,

Ronai