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

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

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. 💖

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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!

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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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//242: Why Prayer Feels Hard As A Christian Entrepreneur & How to Make It Your Greatest Business Strategy: Biblical Business Strategy Part 5

Every Christian entrepreneur knows that prayer is key, but if we’re honest, many of us struggle with it. Whether it’s forgetting to pray, feeling like we don’t have time, or wrestling with unanswered prayers, we can fall into guilt and shame. In this episode, Heather Shriver-Burns gets real about why prayer feels difficult, the unseen battles that make it challenging, and how you can shift your posture to make prayer one of your greatest business strategies.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔ What prayer really is (Hint: it’s not just talking—there’s a key second part!)
✔ The common struggles Christian entrepreneurs face when it comes to prayer
✔ Why the enemy hates prayer and how spiritual warfare plays a role
✔ The neuroscience behind prayer and how it physically rewires your brain
✔ Practical ways to make prayer a non-negotiable in your business

Key Takeaways:

• Prayer is simply talking and listening to God—just like any real conversation.
• Struggling with prayer doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. You’re not alone.
• The enemy knows the power of prayer, which is why distractions and doubts creep in.
• Science backs up what the Bible says—prayer transforms your brain and thought patterns.
• Making prayer a habit starts with shifting your mindset and creating intentional space for it.

Action Steps:

1️⃣ Identify what’s holding you back. Is it busyness, doubt, disappointment, or something else?
2️⃣ Shift your posture. See prayer as a privilege, not an obligation.
3️⃣ Start small. Even a few minutes of focused prayer can be powerful.
4️⃣ Make it practical. Schedule prayer into your business day like an appointment with God.
5️⃣ Listen, don’t just talk. God wants to guide you, but you have to give Him space to speak.

Scripture to Reflect On:

"Be still and know that I am God." — Psalm 46:10

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

DM Heather on Instagram @heathershriverburns with your biggest takeaway from today’s episode! Got questions about prayer? Send them her way—she’d love to hear from you!

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//241: Why You Don't Feel Free After Forgiving: Biblical Business Strategy Part 4

If it's a tool for Christians in our every day life, it is most definitely a tool we can use in business, too. 

Forgiveness. It's talked a lot about but I think the reason most people struggle with this is because we're not taught how to actually forgive. In today's episode, we're talking about how to actually forgive so that you don't continue to carry the resentment, hurt, anger, or bitterness when someone hurts you. 

We're diving into the science and biblical principles so you can be SET FREE to do the things God's called you to do. 


Ready to uncover what's actually holding you back in business? Heather would love to help you. Message her on Instagram or send her an email (hello@heathershriverburns.com) to see how you can work together in 2025 to make this your most profitable and peaceful year yet!

//240. Transform Your Business with Communion: Biblical Business Strategies Part 3

Friend, can we talk about how challenging 2024 was? You’re not alone—I felt it too. But guess what? 2025 is full of promise, and this episode is here to help you step into it with faith and strategy. 

In this deeply personal episode, I share a story of hope and resilience tied to the Hebrew month of Kislev, a season that symbolizes rest and security. Whether you’re navigating tough seasons in business or seeking clarity on your next steps, know this: you don’t have to do it alone. That’s why I created the Seek First CEO Mastermind—a safe, faith-filled space to grow your business while nurturing your mind and heart.

Imagine making communion, fasting, repentance, and Biblical truth foundational elements of your business in 2025. Ready to align your faith and strategy to transform your life and business? Let’s do this together

 

Send me a DM on Instagram to get started! www.instagram.com/heathershriverburns

 

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//220. Repent, Renounce, Rewire: My Secret Weapon for Hearing God! [How to Hear from God Series Part 6]

 

//239. How to Find Clarity in Business Through Fasting: Biblical Business Strategies Part 2

Ever feel like you’re stuck spinning your wheels, searching for clarity in your business? In this episode, we uncover a powerful, biblical strategy to help you refocus and align with God’s vision for your life and work: fasting.  

 

Building on our previous conversation about repentance, we’re diving into the why and how of fasting as a kingdom business tool. Learn how this spiritual discipline can unlock mental clarity, boost decision-making, and position you to hear God’s voice more clearly—while also enhancing your overall well-being.  

 

We’ll explore timeless biblical examples and share practical steps to help you implement fasting in a way that works for you. Plus, discover why it’s essential to question and personalize your spiritual practices so they truly align with your unique journey.  

 

If you’ve ever wondered how to invite God into your business decisions or need a reset to navigate challenges with wisdom and grace, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to stick around for insights on how the Seek First CEO Mastermind can provide the community and support you need to take your next steps boldly.  

 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How fasting can transform your business and deepen your connection to God  
• Inspiring biblical examples that highlight the power of fasting  
• Simple, practical tips to incorporate fasting into your routine  
• The importance of tailoring your spiritual practices to your individual journey  

 

Ready to recalibrate and embrace a fresh perspective for your business? Tune in and take the first step today!  

 

Join the Seek First CEO Mastermind for community, guidance, and tools to navigate your purpose-driven business journey with confidence.  

I'd love to connect with you on Instagram: www.instagram.com/heathershriverburns

 

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