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Shift Into What’s Next

Shift Into What’s Next

The Shift Into What’s Next podcast is about an ongoing journey—where your becoming unfolds after the yes. In each episode, the host Elise Ancel shares chronicles that document the raw, real, and faith-filled process of navigating life’s transitions.

These episodes are more than updates—they’re reflections from the in-between that speak to the stretch, the wrestle, and the becoming.

Tune in to find encouragement, insight, and grace for your own shift—because this isn’t just about stepping into what’s next... it’s about growing into it.

Recent Episodes

Oct. 20, 2025

Tapped Out But Not Done

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the theme of resilience in the face of life's challenges. She emphasizes the importance of holding on to hope even when circumstances seem dire. The conversation explores the idea that b...
Oct. 13, 2025

When Giving Gets Heavy

In this episode, Elise Ancel explores the emotional weight of giving and the importance of recognizing when kindness becomes a burden. She discusses the need for boundaries in relationships and emphasizes that it's essential ...
Oct. 6, 2025

Sunday Is Coming

In this episode, Elise Ancel explores the transformative power of music and faith, particularly focusing on the metaphor of moving from a 'Friday' state of despair to a 'Sunday' state of hope and resurrection. Through persona...
Sept. 29, 2025

Don’t Jump Ship

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the challenges of being in a transitional phase in life, emphasizing the importance of patience and faith during these in-between moments. She shares personal experiences of waiting for ...
Sept. 22, 2025

Shift Between How and Yes

In this episode, Elise Ancel explores the transformative journey from questioning 'how' to embracing 'yes.' She reflects on personal experiences of uncertainty and the importance of faith and surrender in navigating change. T...
Sept. 15, 2025

Don’t Let Go

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the importance of holding on to faith and perseverance during challenging times. Drawing parallels to the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel, she emphasizes that the journey...

Recent Blog Posts

Oct. 13, 2025

Giving Yourself Permission

There comes a moment when you have to stop apologizing for choosing yourself.For so long, you’ve given — your time, your grace, your understanding — hoping it would be enough to change something or someone. But the truth is, not ev…

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Oct. 6, 2025

When the Waiting Feels Long

Some seasons feel like they stretch on forever. You pray, you hope, you do all the right things—and still, nothing seems to move. It’s in those moments that faith feels like work. You wonder if God has forgotten, if maybe that promise ex…

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Sept. 29, 2025

Stay Anchored

We’ve all been there—stuck in the in-between. You can see where you’ve come from, but the next chapter hasn’t fully opened up yet. It’s uncomfortable, even frustrating, and it can tempt you to walk away before the story…

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