Growth Gems

After the Goal: Now What

Wed, 06 May 2026 20:17:13 +0000

What happens after you finally accomplish the goal you’ve been chasing?
In this episode, we talk about the reality nobody prepares you for—the silence after success. From celebrating wins to navigating purpose, growth, and the pressure of “what’s next,” this conversation will challenge you to keep growing beyond the achievement.

Success is not the end of the journey—it’s the beginning of a new season. If you’ve ever reached a milestone and still felt like there was more inside of you, this episode is for you.

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Make Room to Grow

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:42:43 +0000

Spring is here, but this isn’t just about cleaning your house; it’s about clearing your life.

In this episode of Growth Gems, Chris Briggs challenges you to take a deeper look at the clutter that’s been holding you back—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. From toxic habits to limiting thoughts, not everything in your life is meant to go into your next season.

If you’ve been asking God for growth, clarity, or a fresh start, this episode will help you make room for it.

Because what you refuse to release can restrict how you grow.

It’s time to declutter your mind, reset your focus, and step into the next version of who you’re called to be.

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If Love Is Right, Why Is It So Hard

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:54:02 +0000

In this episode of Growth Gems, host Chris Briggs explores the deeper side of love and relationships. Real love doesn’t just make us feel good, it challenges us to grow. Chris shares 5 powerful Growth Gems that will help you build healthier relationships, communicate better, set boundaries, and grow into the partner you desire to be.

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Outgrowing your Circle

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:17:06 +0000

Sometimes you outgrow people before you’re ready to admit it, and that realization hurts.

In this episode of Growth Gems, host Chris Briggs unpacks what happens when your vision grows but your circle doesn’t. This honest conversation explores the awkwardness of growth, the guilt of outgrowing relationships, and the courage it takes to choose alignment over approval.

You’ll learn how to stop shrinking your ideas, release people with love, and move forward even when support feels thin. If you’ve ever felt torn between loyalty and becoming, this episode will help you trust your growth journey and walk confidently into your next chapter.

✨ Growth doesn’t always look like addition sometimes it looks like release.

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The Year Didn’t Start on the Good Foot

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:47:36 +0000

If the new year didn’t start the way you planned, prayed, or prepared for—this episode is for you.

In this Growth Gems conversation, Chris Briggs shares why a rough start doesn’t cancel your year, how to choose realignment over restarting, and why God isn’t confined to January 1st. You’ll be encouraged to give yourself grace, value progress over pace, and take the next faithful step forward.

✨ You don’t need a perfect start—just a committed walk.

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Setting Up Your Year for Sucess

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:24:06 +0000

This episode helps you pause, reflect, and prepare for the new year with intention. Together, we explore what to release, what to realign, and how to enter the next season with clarity, balance, and emotional readiness.

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How to Assess Your Growth | 5 Tools for Honest Personal Development

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:58:45 +0000

In this episode of Growth Gems, Chris Briggs shares how to honestly assess your personal and spiritual growth using five powerful Growth Gems. Learn how to evaluate your habits, measure emotional maturity, shorten your recovery time, release old distractions, and track who you’re becoming, not just what you’re achieving.

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Cultivating in the Midst of Chaos

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:13:48 +0000

In this episode, we unpack how to keep growing when life feels unstable, noisy, and uncertain. Chaos doesn’t always mean collapse; sometimes it’s the very ground where new growth begins.

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What Isn’t Resolved Will Repeat

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:40:30 +0000

Unresolved trauma doesn’t disappear; it repeats. Learn how to break the cycle and begin the journey from brokenness to wholeness.

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Stuck on Replay: How Unresolved Trauma Holds You Back

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:24:11 +0000

In this episode of Growth Gems, Chris Briggs unpacks how unresolved trauma can quietly sabotage personal and spiritual growth. From limiting beliefs to fear-based decisions, strained relationships, drained energy, and being stuck in the past, we explore five hidden ways trauma holds us back. More importantly, you’ll discover why awareness is the first step toward healing and reclaiming your future.

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Growing in Grace

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we'll learn how to extend grace to yourself, giving room for mistakes, lessons, and progress. Discover practical tips on how to navigate failures with resilience, adapt, and move forward stronger than before.

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Blocked or Being Built

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

You’re facing resistance. Doors are closing. The pressure’s mounting. But what if this isn’t the universe working against you? What if it’s working for you? In this raw and real episode, we break down how opposition isn’t always a red light; it might be the weight room where your next level is getting built. We’re flipping the script on setbacks, breaking down why pressure produces power, and how to recognize when the fight you’re in is actually your confirmation, not your cancellation.

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Guardrails for Growth

Wed, 21 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode we will explore how healthy boundaries aren’t about rejection, they’re tools for protection, clarity, and growth. Learn how to say no with purpose and guard what matters most.

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Out With the Old, In With the Growth

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Our hearts and minds need space just like closets do in springtime. This episode explores how spring cleaning can lead to personal growth by helping us eliminate outdated mental patterns and harmful behaviors while clearing emotional baggage that holds us back. This session will guide you through actionable steps to update your goals while adjusting your vision and making space for seasonal opportunities and blessings. Now you should clean away the outdated elements to establish room for your intended future life.

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Cultivating without Coveting:Nurturing Your Own Growth Without Comparison

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0000

We examine how comparison and envy can impede your personal and spiritual growth. Rather than yearning for what others possess, it's time to nurture and cultivate what God has already entrusted to you.

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Confirmation and Celebration

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000

We dive into the importance of recognizing growth in real time, celebrating even the small wins, and allowing We explore the significance of recognizing growth in real time, celebrating even the small victories, and allowing ourselves to be motivated by the affirmations life offers.

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Love Don't Live Here Anymore

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Have you ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or disconnected from the path of personal growth? In this episode, we dive into what it means to rekindle your passion for becoming the best version of yourself. Growth isn’t always linear—it comes with setbacks, doubts, and seasons of stagnation. But just like any meaningful relationship, our journey toward self-improvement requires care, commitment, and a renewed sense of purpose.

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It Begins with Me ft. Claudine McDainel

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

In this empowering episode, we sit down with Claudine McDaniel to explore the transformative power of personal accountability and self-leadership. Together, they discuss how taking ownership of our lives and decisions can spark positive change, not only within ourselves but also in our families, communities, and workplaces. Claudine shares her inspiring journey, along with practical tips and strategies to help you embrace the mindset of starting with yourself to create a meaningful impact.

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Get Out Your Own Way

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

If you’ve ever felt stuck or frustrated because you can’t seem to move forward, this episode is for you. Let’s delve into the reasons why we sometimes become our own biggest obstacles and, more importantly, discover how to step aside so that growth can occur.

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Life with a 9 year old kid! ft. CJ Briggs

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 19:15:43 +0000

In this heartwarming and insightful episode, we sit down with a 9-year-old to explore life, dreams, and what success truly means. Through the lens of innocence and curiosity, this young guest shares thoughts on hard work, happiness, and how to stay motivated. Get ready for laughter, inspiration, and a fresh perspective that reminds us all to embrace joy and chase our goals with childlike wonder.

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Mending Fences Pt.2

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Today, we will expand on that foundation by revealing practical insights—with Growth Gems”—to assist you in not only starting reconciliation but also maintaining it, even during difficult times.

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Mending Fences Pt. 1

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Today we’re diving into a topic that’s tough but essential—reconciliation. Whether it’s with family, friends, colleagues, or even within ourselves, reconciliation has the power to bring healing and new beginnings. If you’re in a season where relationships are strained, or there’s a tension that just seems impossible to bridge, this episode is for you.

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Thriving Through Transition

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Today, we’re exploring a universal experience—transition. Be it a career change, relocating to taking on a new relationship, or letting go of something significant from your past, transitions can be challenging. However, they also present valuable growth opportunities.

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Checks and Balances

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000

We dive into the essentials of money management. From budgeting basics to debt reduction strategies, we explore practical tips for managing personal finances and staying on track with your financial goals.

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I Thought I was Over It

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Today, we're exploring a profound and universal topic: the essential role of healing in personal growth.

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Networking: Online or Offline

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Today, we are delving into a vital topic for individuals seeking career advancement or personal development: networking. This episode will explore the significance of networking, and provide practical strategies for effective networking in both online and offline settings.

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Reset: Embracing Fresh Starts

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, we're diving into a topic that resonates with many of us, especially during times of transition or uncertainty: the concept of a reset.

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Reflections

Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we're delving into the powerful influence of self-reflection.

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Defeating Distractions

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, we're digging into a topic that affects each of us on our journey toward growth: distractions. We'll explore effective strategies to overcome distractions and stay focused on our journey.

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The Fear Factor

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:03:50 +0000

Are you struggling with the fear of growth? In this episode, we'll dive deep into this common obstacle and reveal four powerful strategies to help you overcome it. Get ready to take your growth to the next level!

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A Second Opinion ft. Chelsea Briggs

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we will continue to discuss ways to strengthen and maintain a healthy relationship beyond just physical intimacy.

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Outside the Four Walls

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, we will discuss ways to strengthen and maintain our relationship beyond physical intimacy.

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Let Me Get Myself Together

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we will explore personal growth and how to evaluate it.

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This Is Just The Beginning

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 21:25:58 +0000

We explore the five crucial aspects that contribute to development and growth

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