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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

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...
Sept. 8, 2025

Trust God’s Timing

In this episode, Elise Ancel explores the feelings of abandonment and loss, reflecting on personal experiences and biblical stories. She emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's timing, even amidst disappointment, and e...
Sept. 1, 2025

Don’t Stop Believing

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the importance of maintaining faith and belief in the face of setbacks and disappointments. She shares personal experiences of receiving unfavorable responses and emphasizes that a 'no' ...
Aug. 25, 2025

Hope Interrupted

In this conversation, Elise Ancel discusses the emotional journey of encountering opportunities that seem promising but ultimately do not materialize. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining perspective, recognizing that...

Recent Blog Posts

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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Sept. 23, 2025

Living in the Tension of How and Yes

Life has a way of presenting us with possibilities that don’t always line up with our reality. You feel a nudge, catch a glimpse, or sense a dream rising—but almost immediately, the question surfaces: “How?” The “how&r…

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Sept. 15, 2025

When Waiting Feels Like Wrestling

We don’t always talk about the side of faith that feels exhausting—the nights that stretch long, the prayers that seem unanswered, and the quiet ache of waiting. It’s easy to feel like you should be stronger, more patient, or more …

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