Kickstart With Kayla

Why You Feel Stuck — And How to Actually Get Unstuck (Featuring David Prosper)

Why do you feel stuck — even when you’re trying to do everything right?
In this episode, I’m joined by David Prosper, also known as “The Clarity Guy,” to talk about confusion vs conviction and why so many people feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next step.
We break down how to tell whether your thoughts are coming from your own desires or from God, why overthinking keeps you in cycles of confusion, and how chasing the outcome can actually delay your progress.
But what stood out most in this conversation is one simple shift — something most people overlook — that can completely change how you think, feel, and move forward.
If you’ve been second-guessing yourself or feeling stuck lately, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and take your next step with clarity.

This Changes How You See Easter Forever

Easter is something many of us have heard about our entire lives — but what if there’s so much more to the story than we realize?
In this episode, I take a deeper look at the resurrection of Jesus and everything that led up to it. We often summarize Easter in a few simple sentences, but when you truly understand what Jesus endured and why He chose to go through it, it completely changes your perspective.
This is a reflective, faith-centered conversation about sacrifice, love, and what it really means to be saved. We also walk through the events of Holy Week and why each moment matters more than we often recognize.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from the meaning of Easter or want a deeper understanding of what it represents, this episode is an invitation to see it in a new way.

You’re Not Lost... You’re Just Not Listening Yet

Sometimes feeling lost has less to do with not having a purpose — and more to do with not knowing how to hear God’s voice.
In this episode, I reflect on identity, purpose, and the story of Samuel in 1 Samuel 3 to talk about what happens when God is calling us, but we don’t recognize His voice yet. We explore why so many people feel disconnected, confused, or spiritually stuck, and how easy it is to run to the wrong people or the wrong places for answers.
This is a faith-centered conversation about learning to listen, being redirected, and understanding that your identity is not found in the world, your environment, or the lies you’ve believed about yourself. It’s found in Christ.
If you’ve been questioning your purpose, feeling distant from God, or wondering why you still feel lost, this episode is a reminder that maybe you’re not forgotten — maybe God is calling your name, and it’s time to listen.

She Thought It Was the End… Then God Changed Everything (Featuring Lainey Fahrner)

What happens when one of the scariest moments of your life turns into a moment that changes your faith forever?
In this episode, my sister joins me for a very honest conversation about a recent experience that landed her in the hospital and completely shifted her perspective on life, anxiety, and her relationship with God. What felt terrifying in the moment ultimately became a reminder of the peace that only God can provide.
We talk about toxic relationships, hard seasons, spiritual attacks, and how sometimes the moments that feel like the end are actually the beginning of something new. Through personal stories and reflection, this conversation explores how God can use even the most difficult situations to draw us closer to Him.
If you’re going through a difficult season or wondering how God can bring purpose out of pain, this episode is a reminder that He is still working — even in the middle of the storm.

If You’re in the Middle of a Storm, Hear This

What do you do when you’re in the middle of a storm and the ending isn’t in sight yet?
In this episode, I reflect on a powerful passage from 1 Peter and what it teaches about anxiety, suffering, humility, and trusting God during difficult seasons. We talk about the reality that struggles are part of life, the importance of casting our anxieties onto God, and why vulnerability and community can actually become sources of strength.
I also share personal reflections on what it looks like to walk through hardship before clarity arrives, and why many of the most meaningful transformations happen during seasons we never would have chosen.
Using the story of Jesus walking on water and other powerful biblical insights, this episode is a reminder that storms don’t last forever — and that restoration, support, strength, and purpose often come on the other side of the struggle.
If you’re currently in the middle of a difficult season, this conversation is meant to encourage you to keep going.

You Have Time — You’re Just Giving It to the Wrong Things

You say you don’t have time — but where is your time actually going?
In this episode, I reflect on timelines, priorities, and the subtle ways we give our energy to distractions while wondering why our faith feels stagnant. From doomscrolling and busyness to feeling “behind” professionally or spiritually, we unpack how easily our priorities drift toward what’s urgent instead of what’s eternal.
Using the story of Mary and Martha, the analogy of walking in circles, and even real-life data about the impact of reading your Bible just four times a week, this conversation challenges you to evaluate what you’re dedicating your twenty-four hours to — and whether those priorities are shaping peace or stress.
This is a faith-centered, convicting but hopeful reminder that God works outside of time, and when we surrender our timeline to Him, clarity replaces chaos.
If you’ve been feeling behind, distracted, or spiritually stuck, this episode might be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

Why Your Dark Seasons May Be Shaping You, Not Breaking You

Dark seasons have a way of making us question everything — our circumstances, our worth, and often, God’s plan.
In this episode, I share a deeply personal reflection on difficult seasons, the universal question of “Why is this happening to me?”, and how perspective shifts when we begin to see valleys not as punishment, but as preparation. I talk about mental exhaustion, gratitude reframing, and why some of our hardest moments quietly shape who we become.
This is a faith-centered, hope-driven conversation about pain with purpose, temporary suffering, and the difference between happiness and joy. We explore why darkness often makes the light more visible, how growth is rarely comfortable, and how Jesus meets us in seasons we never would have chosen.
If you’re walking through a difficult season, feeling discouraged, or wrestling with unanswered questions, this episode is a reminder that what feels like breaking may actually be shaping.

Why Trying to Control Everything Leaves You Exhausted

Why do we insist on carrying everything ourselves — our stress, our plans, our fears — even when it leaves us completely exhausted?
In this episode, I reflect on a powerful theme from the Book of Judges and how it mirrors the way we often try to rule over our own lives. We talk about control, stress, overthinking, and why what feels “right in our own eyes” doesn’t always lead to peace. I share personal insights on being a planner, the mental weight of trying to manage everything, and how surrendering control to God can shift both perspective and emotional wellbeing.
This episode also explores faith as an anchor — not as pressure, but as relief. We discuss the importance of daily spiritual nourishment, the connection between belief and resilience, and a practical framework for prayer that helps deepen your relationship with God.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, mentally drained, or stuck in cycles of stress and overcontrol, this conversation is a reminder that you were never meant to carry everything alone.

You’re Searching for Fulfillment, But Are You Looking in the Right Place?

We’re all searching for more — more purpose, more clarity, more fulfillment. But what if the reason nothing feels like enough is because we’re looking in the wrong place?
In this episode, I reflect on the subtle ways we search for fulfillment — through achievement, validation, productivity, or “what’s next” — and how easily those things leave us feeling empty. I share personal realizations about chasing the next step instead of becoming who God is calling me to be, and why where we seek wisdom matters more than we realize.
We talk about the difference between temporary satisfaction and lasting fulfillment, worldly wisdom versus kingdom wisdom, and how Jesus offers something deeper than what the world can provide. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and ask yourself where you’re really turning when you’re searching for more.
If you’ve been feeling restless, unsatisfied, or stuck in a cycle of always wanting the next thing, this conversation is a gentle reminder that true fulfillment isn’t found — it’s received.

Why Obedience to God Often Feels Uncomfortable

Sometimes God’s direction isn’t loud — it’s a quiet nudge we’d rather ignore because staying comfortable feels easier.
In this episode, I share a simple, everyday story that turned into a powerful reminder about obedience, trust, and stepping out of stagnation. We talk about how God often calls us toward growth in ways that feel uncomfortable, why comfort can keep us stuck, and how obedience opens the door to learning, abundance, and deeper faith.
I also explore the neuroscience behind fear and discomfort, explaining why the unknown feels threatening to our brain — and how reframing these moments as learning opportunities can help us move forward with confidence and trust. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical insight, this episode encourages listeners to recognize God’s voice, ask for wisdom, and take steps of faith even when the outcome isn’t clear.
If you’ve been feeling a pull toward something new but find yourself hesitating, this episode is a reminder that faith isn’t about staying comfortable — it’s about trusting God enough to step forward.