Hi Friends,I trust you were encouraged by last week’s topic of courage. Thank you to those who told me it spoke to you. That feedback fills my heart. I actually needed to practice what I preached as I was invited to speak at a community event. It went better than expected and I didn't even have to picture everyone naked as the popular song suggests when dealing with stage fright. It went well and I enjoyed having been invited among other inspiring women. My topic was "breaking barriers and forward momentum." This week, I want to talk about discontent. That word has gotten a bad rap, and I want to change that today. Ready?
When Discontent Is A Divine Invitation
For years, I tried to be content. I really did. I thought if I could just practice enough gratitude, focus on the good, and shift my mindset, I could finally reach this magical state where I’d never feel restless again. But here’s the truth: we aren’t meant to be content all the time.
I know—that goes against so much of what we hear. But stick with me. There’s a kind of discontent that isn’t about complaining or being ungrateful. It’s something deeper. I call it godly discontent. It’s that nudge, that holy unrest that whispers, Something needs to change. It’s not there to make us miserable. It’s there to wake us up.
Discontent Isn’t the Enemy
If you’ve ever felt this kind of stirring in your soul, you know what I mean. Maybe everything in your life looks fine on the outside, but inside, there’s a quiet ache. A sense that you’re meant for more, that something needs to shift.
And here’s what I want you to know: That feeling isn’t wrong. It’s an invitation.
Too often, we dismiss it. We tell ourselves we should be happy. We try to push it down with busyness, with positivity, with distraction. But godly discontent isn’t something to ignore—it’s something to lean into.
The Midlife Stirring
Let’s talk about midlife for a second. Because if there’s ever a season where this holy discontent shows up, it’s now.
Maybe you’ve raised your kids, built a life, done all the things you were “supposed” to do—and yet, you feel this unsettling pull. Now what? Is this all there is?
I felt it, too. After my 33-year marriage ended, I had to sit with the discomfort. I could have filled my days with distractions, convinced myself I was fine, but instead, I let the discontent speak. And you know what it told me? You get to start again. You get to build something new.
That unsettling feeling didn’t mean I was failing—it meant I was growing. It was calling me forward.
Discontent as a Launchpad
Maybe your discontent is nudging you to start something new. A business. A passion project. A deeper relationship with yourself. Maybe it’s whispering that it’s time to stop settling, to step into something bolder, something that actually lights you up.
Instead of fighting the discomfort, what if we got curious about it?
What is this discontent trying to tell me?
Where am I playing small or ignoring what my soul really wants?
What needs to shift in my life so I can step into the next version of me?
Because here’s the thing: Godly discontent isn’t meant to keep us stuck. It’s meant to propel us forward.
Lean In, Not Away
If you feel this kind of stirring right now, I want to encourage you: don’t run from it. Sit with it. Pray about it. Journal it out. Ask what it’s trying to show you.
Because the most beautiful transformations don’t happen when we’re comfortable. They happen when we have the courage to listen to that holy unrest—and let it move us toward something better.
So no, we don’t have to be content all the time. And maybe that’s actually a good thing.
The “Is There More?” QuestionMaybe your discontent sounds like this: Is this it? You wake up, go through the motions, do what’s expected—but deep down, something feels… off. You’ve built a life, taken care of everyone else, and followed the path you thought would bring fulfillment. And yet, there’s this quiet question lingering in the background: Is there more? That feeling isn’t a flaw—it’s a sign. A sign that your soul is craving something deeper, something richer. It’s not about throwing everything away, but about being open to what’s next. Because yes—there is more. And this stirring? It’s calling you toward it.You don’t have to figure it out alone. If you’re feeling that holy unrest and wondering what’s next, I’d love to help you navigate it. Together, we can explore what your discontent is really telling you and how to move forward with clarity and confidence. If you’re ready to step into what’s next, let’s connect. PS: Message me for a free consult to start moving toward a more confident you. |
You are loved. Deeply loved. Loved beyond measure.
Until next time,
Isabelle
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