The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 398 | Christy Nockels on the Future of Live Events, Leading Worship and Burning Out and Working with Your Spouse
Feb 16, 2021
Christy Nockels, a renowned worship leader, singer-songwriter, and author, delves into the realities of burnout in the music industry and the challenges of leading with purpose. She shares personal anecdotes about balancing family life while touring, emphasizing the importance of clear communication with her husband, Nathan. Christy also discusses the future of live music in a streaming era, the need for authentic connections in church, and the journey of motherhood while rediscovering identity. Her insights inspire leaders to embrace change and foster community.
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Say Yes to Energizing Opportunities
- Say yes selectively; prioritize opportunities that energize you rather than those driven by obligation or people-pleasing.
- Pay attention to immediate feelings of life-giving versus exhaustion when deciding to take on commitments.
Lead From God, Not Self
- True leadership flows from living "from God" not just performing skills.
- Strength is renewed when waiting on God; leading out of self-capacity results in burnout and discouragement.
Lay Down to Heal
- Lay down career ambitions when God calls for rest; rest can be a spiritual invitation for renewal.
- Be honest about emotional struggles, including anger and fear, during career transitions to heal effectively.
