Ep.521: The Sacred Act of Letting Go with Krista Gilbert and Alex Kuykendall
Release Date: 10/28/2025
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info_outlineLetting go is the name of the game in midlife. We’re invited to open our hands, releasing what was and receiving what is. Whether it’s a role we once held, a relationship that’s shifted, a long-held dream, or even our health, midlife invites deep transformation through loss and renewal.
In this episode, Krista Gilbert and Alex Kuykendall explore the sacred art of letting go through the lens of Scripture and grounded psychological insight. They discuss the necessity of grieving what’s been lost while making space for new beginnings. Ultimately, letting go isn’t a passive act - it’s an intentional, faith-filled practice that opens the door to freedom, peace, and deeper trust in God’s unfolding story.
If you find yourself in a surrendering season, this episode is for you!
TAKEAWAYS:
- It's essential to discern when to end something and when to persevere.
- Letting go is a gradual process, much like building a muscle.
- Midlife brings significant changes that require us to let go.
- Grief is a natural response to change and loss.
- Surrendering to God's will is a key aspect of faith.
- Self-regulation is essential in navigating life's transitions.
- Letting go can be painful, as it often involves loss of identity.
- Ending well is important for personal growth and closure.
- Recognizing expectations can help in the letting go process.
- Scripture provides numerous examples of letting go and trusting God.
FEW THINGS MENTIONED
Episode 469- Who Am I if?
QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE
- Is there an area where you need to surrender?
- Thinking of Ecclesiastes 3, what season is changing for you right now?
- Can you form a statement much like in Ecclesiastes 3 that says there is a season for one thing and a season for another in your life, be specific in how your seasons are changing.
- What is God inviting you into as you discern your next steps?
- When have you been blessed by letting go?
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