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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

Dec. 22, 2025

A Win for Another Day

In this episode, Elise Ancel encourages listeners to find strength in moments that feel disappointing or unresolved—reminding them that faith, perseverance, and resilience still matter, even when the outcome is unfavorable. T...
Dec. 15, 2025

Waiting Is the Assignment

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the theme of waiting and how it plays a crucial role in personal development. She emphasizes that waiting is not a passive state but an active process of preparation and growth. Listener...
Dec. 8, 2025

Not This Time

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. She reflects on personal experiences where she felt outmatched and under-resourced but chose to stand firm despite the odds. The ...
Dec. 1, 2025

You Counted Me Out

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the emotional pain of feeling abandoned by those closest to you during tough times. She emphasizes that while some may count you out, it is essential to recognize that this does not equa...
Nov. 24, 2025

This Season… Dry

In this episode, Elise Ancel discusses the concept of 'dry seasons' in life, where one may feel spiritually, emotionally, or circumstantially stagnant despite being in a seemingly abundant environment. She draws inspiration f...
Nov. 17, 2025

Download From Above

In this episode, Elise Ancel explores the concept of 'downloads from above'—moments of clarity and inspiration that feel divinely timed. She emphasizes the importance of being open to these insights, trusting the process of r...

Recent Blog Posts

Dec. 22, 2025

When Hope Has to Wait

Hope doesn’t always arrive on schedule. Sometimes it shows up as a promise before it ever shows up as a result. We don’t talk enough about the quiet disappointment that comes when you believed, trusted, and showed up—only to walk …

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Dec. 15, 2025

When Waiting Is Doing the Work

There’s a quiet frustration that comes with waiting — especially when you’re ready to move forward. You’ve done the work. You’ve been patient. You can see what’s next. And yet… nothing is moving. But what …

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Dec. 9, 2025

When No Isn’t the End

There are moments when life gives you an answer you didn’t want—a firm, unexpected no. Not because you lacked effort or courage, but because the path took a turn you never saw coming. What makes it harder is the part no one sees……

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