Seek First CEO: Mindset, Heartset, Biblical Principles & Brain Science for High Achieving Christian Women

//253: What Do You REALLY Believe About God?

In this quick but powerful episode, I'm sharing a spontaneous encounterI had with the Lord while on a walk—an encounter that sparked a question that could shift everything in your business and your life.

What do you really believe about God?

God whispered, "I’m better than you think I am." That one statement unraveled years of performance, striving, and fear-based thinking...and replaced it with awe, freedom, and truth.

You’ll hear:

• How this powerful question can help you find the freedom you desire in your business. 

• How our belief systems shape 90% of our actions (yep—even in business).

• The six core beliefs we address in Heather’s programs (God, self, time, money, failure, success) and why they matter so much.

• What it means to align your thoughts with Kingdom truth instead of defaulting to a lie.

• A real-life reflection that’ll challenge and encourage you to check your beliefs at the root.

This episode is short—but it’s not surface. It’s an invitation to pause and ask:

If God really is better than I think He is… how would I show up differently today?

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Want to Go Deeper?

If you’re ready to heal your relationship with God, yourself, and others—join us at the Secret Place Retreat.

This is more than rest.
It’s restoration.
It’s clarity.
It’s hearing from God again (or for the first time in a long time).
And it’s coming home to who He created you to be.

Space is limited. DM Heather “RETREAT” on Instagram or visit The Secret Place Retreat to apply.

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Your Next Steps:

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📌 Share this with a friend who needs this simple reminder: God is better than we think He is.

//251: Why You Struggle to Hear God's Voice As A Christian Entrepreneur (It’s Not What You Think)

Let’s be honest—many of us are doing all the “right” things:
We’re reading our Bibles.
We’re praying.
We’re serving.
We’re leading.
And yet… we still feel disconnected from God.

We wonder, Why can’t I hear Him? Why does He feel so far? Is it something I’m doing wrong?

In today’s episode, we’re gently (but boldly) reframing those questions—and offering a new perspective rooted in both neuroscience and spirit-led truth.

You’ll hear:

• Why you might not have a hearing problem—you might have a nervous system problem

• How trauma, stress, and high-functioning burnout impact your ability to feel safe in stillness

• The brain science behind why intimacy with God feels so hard when you're in survival mode

• Why rest and regulation are the gateways to spiritual clarity—not more religious effort

• How performance and pressure often mask a deep disconnection from yourself

• The freedom that comes when we stop hustling for God and start being with Him

This conversation is for the woman who’s tired of trying harder, doing more, and still feeling like she’s missing something.

You are not spiritually broken.
You are just ready for a new rhythm—one of peace, presence, and partnership with the Holy Spirit.

 

DM “FREEDOM” on Instagram to learn more or continue the conversation:
https://www.instagram.com/heathershriverburns

 

Join us at The Secret Place Retreat (June 26–28, 2025):  
https://thesecretplaceretreat.com

(only 5 spots open at the time of this recording)

//250: The Surprising Addiction Christian Entrepreneurs Struggle With (And What It’s Costing You)

In today’s episode, we’re having a vulnerable conversation about a

 

If this episode speaks to you, and you’re ready to heal from the addiction to achievement and build a business and life you love 

DM me the word "HEALED" on Instagram.

Let’s continue the conversation—and walk into freedom, together.

//249: Ready to Release Striving and Return to Spiritual Alignment?

f you’ve been feeling out of sync lately—disconnected from yourself, from peace, or from God—this guided imaginative prayer is for you.

In this episode, I’m inviting you into a sacred space of alignment, 
Not hustle.
Not striving.
Just alignment—heart, mind, body, and spirit—with the One who holds it all together.

This isn’t about performance.
It’s about presence.

Whether you’re stuck in survival mode or spiritually burnt out, this prayer will gently lead you back to truth, peace, and partnership with Jesus.

Let yourself breathe.
Let yourself receive.
And let this be the moment you remember—you’re not made to strive your way into alignment. You’re invited to surrender into it.

 

If this prayer spoke to something deep in you—
Screenshot it. Share it with a friend. Let her know she’s not the only one trying to hold it all together.

✨ And if you’re craving more moments like this…
More space to pause.
To pray.
To align…

I’m creating a private podcast just for guided prayers like this—designed to help you stay rooted and regulated in your faith, even in the middle of your busy life.

👉 Want access when it launches?
DM me “PRAYER PODCAST” on Instagram @heathershriverburns or email hello@heathershriverburns.com and I’ll keep you in the loop.

And if you’re realizing you need deeper support to get back in alignment—in your soul, your business, or your life…

DM the word “COACHING” and we’ll talk about how I can walk with you through this season of growth.

You’re not meant to do it alone.
You just get to say yes to His pace, His peace, and His plan.

 

//248: If There’s No Competition in the Kingdom, Why Does Sisterhood Still Trigger You?

You’ve heard it before: “There’s no competition in the Kingdom.”
So why does sisterhood still feel so… hard sometimes?

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a raw story of being deeply triggered in a room full of high-achieving Christian women—and how God used that moment to expose wounds I didn’t know still needed healing. From being the leader to letting myself be led, this episode is for the woman who has been hurt by women, and the woman who has hurt others too.

If you’ve ever lost friendships, felt misunderstood, been burned by “Christian community,” or secretly struggle to trust other women in business… this one’s for you.

I’m also sharing the exact speech I gave at the Leaders Council event in California—a message God gave me for the very room that triggered me.

Sisterhood isn’t just cute marketing. It’s Kingdom. But if we don’t heal the hidden wounds we carry, we’ll keep building walls instead of bridges.

In This Episode:

• The real reason sisterhood can feel triggering
• 5 sneaky lies Christian entrepreneurs believe about women and community
• Why your nervous system might be sabotaging your next level
• The difference between experiencing fear and bowing to it
• A powerful 4-step framework to start healing from sisterhood wounds
• My unedited keynote speech at a room full of high-level Christian CEOs
• What it really takes to feel safe again in community

Resources & Next Steps:

• Want to heal from hidden wounds and lead from peace, not pressure? → Book a discovery call by messaging me on IG 
• Come hang with me on Instagram: @heathershriverburns
• Share this episode with a friend who’s been burned by sisterhood 💌

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//247: How to Fully Show Up in Faith & Business Without Shrinking or Striving - PART 3

For too long, high-achieving Christian women have felt like they had to shrink in faith spaces or strive in business. But what if you didn’t have to do either?

The truth? The same patterns that make you feel disconnected at church are keeping you stuck in your business, your marriage, and your success.

In today’s episode, we’re closing out this powerful series by walking through the Abundance Framework—the faith-driven roadmap that helps you align with God, take faith-filled action, and scale in peace, not pressure.

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why feeling disconnected in church keeps you stuck in business
✨ How healing subconscious trauma allows you to step into success with confidence
✨ The Abundance Framework: Alignment, Action, Audit, and Acceleration
✨ How to finally scale with peace, not pressure

This episode is for you if:
✔ You’ve ever felt like you have to tone down your ambition to be accepted in church.
✔ You struggle with the pressure to prove yourself in business and constantly wonder if you’re “doing enough.”
✔ You want to fully show up in both faith and business—without filtering yourself.
✔ You’re ready to walk in peace, purpose, and prosperity—without the hustle or hiding.

Ready to take this deeper?

Join me inside OVERFLOW, and be part of the Seek First CEO Sisterhood, where we focus on faith-driven business growth, healing, mindset, and scaling from a place of peace—not pressure.

🔗 Join here: heathershriverburns.com/overflow

💌 Let’s connect on Instagram! DM me "OVERFLOW" if you have questions and want to make sure this is the right program so you can step into your next level.

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//246: The Real Reason You Feel Misunderstood in Church. It’s Not Just Them—It’s You, Too! PART 2

Have you ever walked into a church women’s event, a Bible study, or even a casual gathering and felt… disconnected? Like you had to hold back, filter yourself, or downplay your success just to fit in?

💡 What if I told you it’s not just the church that’s making you feel this way—it’s also you?

In today’s episode, we’re going deeper than external church culture and into the hidden trauma patterns that cause high-achieving Christian women to shrink, self-isolate, and feel unseen in faith spaces.

We’ll talk about:
✨ Why church feels like it wasn’t built for women like us (but why that’s only half the story)
✨ The subconscious trauma responses that make you pull back before anyone even rejects you
✨ How shrinking, self-isolating, and filtering yourself started as a survival strategy
✨ Why this isn’t just a ‘church problem’—it’s showing up in your business, marriage, and relationships too
The first step to breaking free so you can bring your whole self to both faith & business

This episode is for you if:
✔ You’ve ever held back in a faith setting, afraid of being “too much” or “not spiritual enough.”
✔ You’ve felt unseen, misunderstood, or like an outsider at church—even when no one is rejecting you.
✔ You struggle to fully show up in business, relationships, or even prayer because part of you still fears being fully known.
✔ You’re ready to stop shrinking, striving, or second-guessing yourself in spaces God has called you to.

The truth? You weren’t meant to fit in—you were meant to lead. But healing is what allows you to step into your calling with confidence and peace.

Want to go deeper? If this episode spoke to you and you’re ready to explore healing, business growth, and Kingdom impact in a safe, supportive space, DM me the word "OVERFLOW" on Instagram @heathershriverburns.

Let’s break free together. 💖

🎧 Listen now, and if this resonated, screenshot this episode, share it on Instagram, and tag me (@heathershriverburns) so I can cheer you on!

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//245: Walk Your Way to Clarity – Why Every High-Performing Entrepreneur Needs a Walking Pad

Feeling stuck, foggy, or overwhelmed? The secret to clearer thinking, fresh ideas, and hearing from God more easily isn’t another strategy—it’s movement.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:
✅ Why walking rewires your brain for clarity and creativity.
✅ The science behind dopamine & serotonin (a.k.a. your brain’s happy chemicals).
✅ How walking calms your nervous system and helps you get out of stress mode.
✅ Why walking makes it easier to hear from God (seriously—there’s Bible AND science to back it up!).
✅ And… why every Christian entrepreneur needs a walking pad (especially if you’re working from home).

Your challenge this week: Walk for 15 minutes a day—outside or on a walking pad—and see how it shifts your clarity, creativity, and peace!

Ready to walk while you work? Check out my favorite walking pad here: https://amzn.to/4irO6dJ

🎧 Listen now and let’s get moving!

//244: Why Finding Community In Church Feels Hard for High-Achieving Christian Women (And What We Can Do About It) PART 1

Have you ever walked into a church service or a church women’s event and felt like you didn’t quite belong?

You love Jesus. You love business. But when you try to talk about scaling, strategy, or success, you feel the energy shift. Maybe you’ve even found yourself shrinking, filtering, or downplaying your ambition just to fit in.

Sister, you are NOT alone.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my personal story of why this has been such a deep struggle for me—and why so many Christian female entrepreneurs feel like outsiders in faith spaces. We’ll explore the first major reason why church feels hard for high-achieving women and why this disconnect isn’t just in your head.

We’ll cover:
✅ The moment I realized my calling felt too big for church spaces
✅ Why business-minded women often feel unseen or misunderstood in faith communities
✅ How many churches focus on serving inside the four walls but overlook marketplace leaders
✅ The money mindset struggles that make success feel almost unholy
✅ Biblical proof that business, leadership, and wealth-building ARE Kingdom work

🔥 God is raising up women who don’t just fit in traditional ministry spaces—He’s calling us to create new ones.

If this episode speaks to you, DM me the word "OVERFLOW" on Instagram (@heathershriverburns) so we can continue this conversation and I can share how I can support you in your business & faith!

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Don’t miss the next episode! In Part 2, we’ll dive into the internal struggles that make us shrink, hide, and fear being too much—even when no one is actually rejecting us. Stay tuned!

If this resonated, share it with another faith-driven CEO who needs this reminder.

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//243: Letting Go of Perfectionism as a High-Achieving Woman – A Guided Imaginative Prayer

If you’ve ever felt like you have to do more, be more, or prove yourself to be worthy, this episode is for you. In today’s guided imaginative prayer, I’m inviting you to step into a powerful encounter with Jesus—one where you can lay down the weight of perfectionism and receive His peace.

Perfectionism often whispers the lie that we are only as valuable as our achievements. But what if true freedom comes not from striving, but from surrender? Take a deep breath, find a quiet space, and let this prayer lead you into a moment of rest, renewal, and a deeper understanding of God’s love for you.

What You’ll Experience in This Episode:
✨ A guided prayer to release the burden of perfectionism
✨ A powerful visualization of Jesus meeting you in your struggle
✨ A reminder that you are already enough—not because of what you do, but because of who you are in Him
✨ An invitation to step into God’s peace and provision

I Want to Hear from You!
What topics would you love to hear more about on the podcast? DM me on Instagram and let me know! Your feedback helps me create content that truly serves you.

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