Real Honest with Samantha LaBat

Leadership wasn't part of the original plan, but sometimes the roles that shape us most are the ones we never saw coming.In this episode, my friend Shawn shares his accidental leadership story and the lessons he's learned along the way. We talk about navigating imposter syndrome, the difference between leading from scars instead of wounds, and what to do when the responsibility you're carrying becomes bigger than you expected. Shawn also unpacks how understanding your strengths, knowing your limits, and staying connected to your "why" can help you lead with confidence and authenticity.Whether you have a leadership title or you're simply influencing the people around you, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and encouragement for anyone trying to lead well without losing themselves in the process.00:00 Intro02:33 Shawn’s unlikely leadership origin story12:45 Imposter syndrome and how to fight against it23:19 Leading from scars vs wounds25:15 When leading becomes more than you expected29:27 Using your strengths32:15 Defining success35:30 Knowing your limits36:41 Knowing your why42:42 What makes a good leader49:17 ClosingThanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT.Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

As Taylor said on New Heights, you should treat your energy like it's expensive, and not everyone can afford it. Let's talk about how we can do this, and also what other costs are involved besides energy.00:00 Intro 05:07 Goals check-in06:54 What I’m learning from God right now10:23 Treat your energy like it’s expensive21:06 What’s the cost?24:52 Hard conversation of the week31:47 What I’m watching right nowThanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT.Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

Let's explore the subtle ways our lives are shaped without us even realizing it. Inspired by John Mark Comer’s Practicing the Way, I examine the unconscious spiritual, personal, and psychological formation happening through our habits, relationships, and life stories.00:00 Intro 00:41 Goals check-in04:59 What I’m learning from God right now09:22 Who are you becoming?23:46 Hard conversation of the week31:47 What I’m watching right nowLearn more about Practicing the Way: https://launch.practicingtheway.org/Thanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT.Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

Have you ever felt like there’s something you were meant to do? A purpose, a calling, a mission—something impossible but deeply meaningful that you’re striving for? What if the impossibility is the point? What if we’re meant to need something bigger than ourselves to dream the impossible, to need God, and to keep becoming even when we don't arrive?00:00 Intro 02:09 Goals check-in/life updates07:25 The quote that sparked it all13:14 The thing you’re meant to do19:54 Hard conversation of the week24:50 What I'm watching right nowThanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT.Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

Breaking down another song I wrote in high school... 00:00 Intro 03:30 Crying All Alone 06:37 Lyric Breakdown Thanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT. Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

We all have something—or someone—we think we need in order to be okay. But what if happiness isn’t waiting on life to go your way? In this episode of Real Honest, I’m reflecting on why true peace doesn’t come from getting what you want, but from learning how to let go. 00:00 Intro 01:23 Goals check-in 07:42 What I’m learning from God 12:19 Topic: Happiness isn’t circumstantial 24:16 Hard convo of the week 31:39 What are you watching?! Thanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT. Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.

This week on Real Honest, I’m reflecting on a quote from Lisa Harper about why real conversations need real relationship. If you’ve ever tried to go deep with someone who just wasn’t ready—or realized you were showing up with oath-level energy for someone keeping you like a secret—this one’s for you. 00:00 Intro 05:37 Goals check-in 07:20 What I’m learning from God rn 17:11 Topic: Relationship Before Conversation 40:58 Hard convo of the week 47:59 What are you watching rn?! Thanks for listening! Leave me a review if you want—new episodes on Wednesdays at 6 am CT. Questions, comments, concerns, want to chat? Email realhonestpod@gmail.com.