Too often, the desire to "be wise with money” can very quietly, subtly trap you into constant worry, endless budgeting, and feeling STUCK - no matter how much you have in your bank account.

In this episode, Alex opens up about his family history with money, and the journey and mindset shift God's led him through (including more recently) that FINALLY helped him find a new level of freedom... the kind that actually LASTS.

We also talk about:

• how EASY it is to feel anxious in our world today (esp. with so much uncertainty in geopolitics, economy, the market, technology, government, the list goes on!)
• the cultural PRESSURES to plan our entire future around money (especially as Asian Americans!)
• sneaky cultural IDOLS that creep in (that the world just normalizes)
• what it means / looks like to live by faith in GOD - not in finances
• how we've experienced (and overcome) financial stress as PARENTS / during pregnancy

We didn't wanna do just another podcast episode with quick financial hacks or budgeting tricks... but we wanted to dive into how we increasingly experience the kind of freedom Jesus talks about - the kind that CAN'T be shaken, no matter what’s going on in the world.

No matter what you're going through or when you might be tuning into this... We pray this conversation blesses you and helps you walk more confidently in TRUE financial freedom - from the INSIDE out!

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There's simply NO denying that - ready or not - we're all now living (and trying to find our way) in a new era, particularly because of artificial intelligence and RAPIDLY growing technology!

And the changes are only getting exponentially faster as we speak...

So of course, we've been sitting on this a LOT, and wanted to openly share how we’ve been processing how we should engage with AI:

As believers, as parents, as people who’ve worked in tech, and as followers of Jesus who simply want to stay rooted in God's Word and ways.

We dive into:

• The SPIRITUAL dangers of AI that people just are NOT talking about enough
• Why “spiritual intelligence” is SO vital and how to prioritize it
• How we've been thinking about using AI in a thoughtful, wise, and God-centered way
  
  

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the future, the pace of change, or wondering how to approach all this with wisdom... we hope this conversation sparks some thoughts - and as always speaks to and encourages you!!

How do you think we should mindfully use AI? 👇

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YES... we're FINALLY sharing the FULL STORY (with DETAILS) of our daughter's birth!

From what contractions *REALLY* feel like, to countless moments when we were at a LOSS and just so confused lol, to unexpected twists and turns - but also what we're GLAD we did and what we'd recommend to other new parents - this is our HONEST, borderline-TMI conversation about everything that went down on that fateful day.

If you’ve ever wondered what a real, natural hospital birth is actually like (or you just love hearing about WILD real-life stories and testimonies) buckle up as we share our UNFILTERED experience... including:

• What we wish we had known as first-time parents
• Surprises of doing a natural / unmedicated birth
• WHY we personally chose that route (despite Grace's lifelong FEAR of birth)
• Biggest tips for moms AND dads
• And more!

HOW GOD GAVE US OUR BABY'S NAME: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBRLP3R0Kn8

We pray these encourage and bless you!!

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Sooooo, yeah, we’ve been gone for a WHILE… and A. LOT. has happened, y'all.

From the utter CRAZINESS of what it's been like becoming brand new (and incredibly clueless) parents, to one of the most UNEXPECTED career twists Alex (and our whole family) has ever gone through... we're excited to catch you guys up, as well as dive into some big updates!

Notably: Alex felt led to share an AMAZING God story / job testimony that we pray will encourage those of you who are also in a waiting or wilderness season...

Grace also shares a glimpse into her very CANDID journey / roller coaster / unsure-what-to-even-call-it as a first-time mom...

And through it all, we "unpack" how we've *REALLY* been doing + what we've been (humbly) learning since our baby arrived and life turned upside down...

...including how God's been transforming us at a HEART level - in our careers, in parenting, and in how we see pain - and thus see and experience LIFE ITSELF. (Not to be dramatic... but it's TRUE.)

As always, we pray that these honest conversations help speak to and encourage you in the challenges and tensions that you might be experiencing, too!

We are also SO grateful for your patience (and especially those of you who've stuck around!!) as we took a much-needed break (no regrets). But yes, we both sensed that God wanted us to continue doing this and use it to bless people who come across this space... and that it was finally time to come back.

(Oh yes, and new episodes are now coming out every WEDNESDAY. Orrr as much as we are able to, given our still very much in-flux first-year-of-parenthood schedules...

Totally forgot to mention that.

Again, apologies for the rustiness 🤣)

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🎁✍️ Get our FREE 2025 Goal-Setting Guide! → withthetrans.com/goals

Feeling stuck or uncertain about setting goals, when life feels unpredictable?

We get it—especially during seasons of transition & unknowns, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or just sit back passively.

In this episode, we get super personal about how we’re approaching setting new year's goals differently for 2025—especially in the midst of MANY unknowns as first-time parents.

We also dive into:

• How goal-setting has impacted our lives (for the better)
• Key biblical principles for effective, God-led planning
• Submitting & committing your plans to God (& taking faith-driven action)
• Goals vs. intentions vs. outcomes
• Our own examples in key areas like faith, family, & finances
• & much more!

If you want to launch into 2025 strong—in partnership with God—we pray this conversation helps you go from passively floating by to purposefully cultivating all that God created & called you to!

⭐ P.S. Don’t stay trapped in work overwhelm in the new year! Watch our FREE MASTERCLASS: How to Thrive at Work from Sustainable Rest: withthetrans.com/thrive

⏸️ NOTE: We'll be pausing new episodes for a bit as we transition into parent life! We'd love your prayers, & plan on coming back when we sense the time is right... In the meantime, subscribe to the podcast & join our email newsletter to get notified when we return: withthetrans.com/email

❤️ Also here's our GiveInKind page for anyone who feels led to support us in our transition as a family of three!! https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/X1B2K6I

👇RELATED LINKS:

• How To Set GOALS & Work WITH God | SUPERNATURAL Strategies with Shae Bynes (Ep. 38)
• How To Have A HEALTHY Relationship with Health! Faith & Fitness w/ Matt Huffman (Ep. 39)
• From $7 To Giving $1 MILLION AWAY: TRUE Financial Freedom - Bob & Linda Lotich (SeedTime) (Ep. 40)

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Are there times when you feel like your spiritual life has hit a wall?

Maybe you’re just not “feeling it” with God lately, or your connection with him feels distant, routine, or stagnant.

If so, you’re not alone—and we’ve been there, too. It's a common struggle that's part of our human experience... but the real danger is STAYING there.

In this episode, we open up about our own personal experiences of feeling spiritually dry and even stale.

We also share practical, real-life steps that help us reconnect with God and reignite our faith—even on the days we may not “feel it.”

If you’re ready to move past surface-level faith and want a relationship with God that’s truly alive and thriving, this episode is for you.

We pray this conversation helps transform your spiritual droughts into powerful growth!

P.S. CORRECTION: The quote "The most important thing about you is what comes to mind when you think about God" is attributed to A.W. Tozer, not N.T. Wright. Sorry about that!

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👇RELATED LINKS:

• "Am I A Lukewarm Christian?" 3 TELLING Signs - Escaping The Casual Christianity Trap (Pt. 1) (Ep. 65): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e65
• "I Can't FEEL God... What Do I Do?" with Reigha Tencer (Ep. 54): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e54
• "I Didn't Know I Was Having Panic Attacks" - Pain, Anxiety, Unanswered Prayers with Joe Oh (Ep. 60): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e60
• EXCLUSIVE: Gabriel Lopez - How To Be God's Best Friend, Social Media Ministry, Divine Creativity (Ep. 47): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e47
• For The Person Who’s Doubting Their Faith (Ep. 28): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e28

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Do you ever feel like your faith is just another checkbox? Like you’re going through the motions, doing all the “right” things—going to church, saying your prayers, cracking open your Bible—but something still feels like it's missing?

In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers on “lukewarm” Christianity, what it looks like, and why it’s so easy to slip into it. If you’ve ever felt the quiet tug for something more—a deeper connection, a real purpose, a faith and relationship with God that’s alive and active—this conversation is for you.

We get real about our own personal experiences being lukewarm, the unspoken dangers of it, and why settling for this "shallow" way of following God costs us way more than we realize.

Join us in exploring what it means to go ALL in with God - and step into the freedom that comes when you let him lead and transform every part of your life!

💌 P.S. Something BIG is coming, and we want you to be the first to know! Join our FREE weekly newsletter for exclusive early access to a powerful new resource we’ve been working hard on behind the scenes—plus weekly reflections and encouragement to support your journey.
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👇RELATED LINKS:

• "I Can't FEEL God... What Do I Do?" with Reigha Tencer (Ep. 54): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e54
• "I Didn't Know I Was Having Panic Attacks" - Pain, Anxiety, Unanswered Prayers with Joe Oh (Ep. 60): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e60
• EXCLUSIVE: Gabriel Lopez - How To Be God's Best Friend, Social Media Ministry, Divine Creativity (Ep. 47): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e47
• For The Person Who’s Doubting Their Faith (Ep. 28): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e28

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Ever feel like no matter how much you do, it’s still not enough? Like you’re on this exhausting hamster wheel, chasing the next task, project, achievement, or something else... but never really "arriving"?

In Part 2 of this conversation on how to free ourselves from hustle culture, we’re diving into why we feel this way and how our fast-paced, busyness-glorifying world - along with all the pressures from family and society - keeps us stuck in that cycle.

Join us as we talk about everything from FOMO to invisible scripts that leave us feeling anxious and drained (especially for us personally as Asian American children of immigrants) - and how to actually break free from them.

We also share real, practical ways that have helped us learn to live and work out of a place of rest (even if you’re not sure where to start) and how to "be still" with God WHILE doing work and fulfilling our God-given callings - without overcomplicating it.

👇RELATED LINKS:

• "How Do I ACTUALLY Spend Time With God?" - Escaping Hustle Culture (Pt. 1) (Ep. 63): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e63
• "I Went From Working 60+ Hours/Week to 2 HOURS/Day!" | SUPERNATURAL Productivity with Christy Childers (Ep. 25): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e25
• Mindset NeuroCoach: Overwhelmed by Work? How to Break FREE From The Cycle of Doing - with Alicia Michelle (Ep. 11): https://withthetrans.com/blog/e11

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