Episode Details

Paula Faris spent two decades ascending to two of the most coveted jobs in broadcast journalism: co-anchor on Good Morning America + co-host on The View. Yet burnt out + frustrated, Paula walked away... and was left unsure of her identity outside of her career.

Today, Paula shares the success she achieved professionally, the chaos that came with it + how embracing her fear of failure brought her peace.

This conversation is a reminder that we're worth so much more than our work. Join us in this episode to find more peace, purpose, and balance in your day-to-day life.

SHOW NOTES:

• After leaving Good Morning America + The View at the height of her career, Paula went through a season of introspection, solidifying her identity + worth beyond what she does for a living.
• Dedicated to her father, her book Called Out explores finding the immoveable, unrouteable parts of ourselves that we can cling to.
• "I want to leave the legacy of being. Investing in what's important, living a life of impact and a life of purpose."
• Twenty Questions: Even as a child, Paula was naturally curious, telling stories with inflection and passion. Her high school drama teacher was the first of many who breathed life and encouragement into a career in broadcasting.
• Peel back your layers to determine your talents, releasing you to try new things, reinvent yourself and to find your calling.
• What is your calling? Ask yourself:
  1. What am I good at?
  2. What do I love?
  3. What do trusted people noticed that I'm good at?
• "Vocation is seasonal. We're called to do different things at different times. We shouldn't feel trapped because of a paycheck."
• Life shifts are inevitable. If our identity is one-dimensional, we lose sight of who we are and what we want to be.
• Pressing into fear: Captivated by the coverage of 9/11, Paula was motivated to overcome her fear of failure and pursue a career in broadcasting.
• Imposter Syndrome: When you are called to do something, you will be equipped to do something. You have to step out in faith, obey and press into fear.
• Burnt out and struggling professionally + personally, Paula recognized accomplishment, achievement + success in her work became an addiction.
• Am I answering my calling? Ask yourself:
  1. Are my professional + personal choices clashing with my values?
  2. Am I finding too much significance in things that shift?

• As a sign to slow down, Paula felt God intervened five times in seven months, which included a miscarriage with emergency surgery, concussion while shooting a segment, car crash and influenza which developed into pneumonia.
• In taking "the next big step": Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. (Joshua 1:9)
• To avoid repeated burnout, Paula intentionally sets boundaries so she meets her most important role of being present with her family.
• Front porch mentality: If your 70-year-old self is looking back on this moment, what decision would they make?
• Listen to Paula Faris' podcast Journeys of Faith here.
• Get a copy of Paula Faris' book Called Out here.

PAULA FARIS' LIVE INSPIRED 7

1. What is the best book you've ever read? The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman andThe Case for Christ by Lee Strobel.

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