What do you do when God asks you to let go of everything familiar? In this powerful episode, life and business coach Maria Collins shares her journey of moving from California to Texas—a transition that came with unexpected loss, deep grief, and a complete identity shift.
Maria opens up about experiencing a miscarriage, leaving her job, and saying goodbye to the life she had built, all within a short timeframe. She talks candidly about the fear of losing herself, the struggle to trust God's plan, and the daily choice to surrender control when nothing made sense.
But this isn't just a story of hardship; it's a testimony of transformation. Maria shares how God met her in the waiting, how community and faith became her anchors, and how she learned that her identity isn't tied to what she does or where she lives, but to who she is in Christ.
If you're navigating transition, processing loss, or wondering if you'll ever feel whole again, this conversation will remind you that God is faithful, even when you can't see the full picture.
In This Episode, You'll Hear:
--How Maria processed multiple losses at once and why she didn't give herself space to grieve at first
The fear of losing her place in the marketplace and her identity after stepping away from her career
-What "Be still and know that I am God" meant to her in a season of complete uncertainty
-The role of journaling, Bible study, and community in her healing journey
-How gratitude became a daily practice that paved the way back to joy
-Why healing isn't one big breakthrough, but a series of small, surrendered moments
-What's different about Maria's current transition season and why it feels "lighter" this time
-Practical advice for anyone trying to heal, rebuild, or grow through a hard season
Key Quotes:
"God was decluttering my life—removing things I didn't realize I was holding onto so tightly."
"My identity isn't tied to what I do, where I live, or what season I'm in—it's rooted in who I am in Christ."
"Surrender isn't losing control—it's gaining peace."
"Trust the Lord and let go of control. His plans are so much better than the ones you've imagined."
"Trust God's timing and don't rush the process. Even when life feels uncertain or slow, He's still working behind the scenes."
Scripture Anchor:
Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Connect with Maria Collins
Website: www.themariacollins.com
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Book: The Joy of Becoming