Elsa Marley shares her journey of encountering God at a young age and finding purpose in her pain. She discusses the steps to repurposing pain and the defining moments that led her to embrace her calling. Elsa encourages women to recognize the mark of God on their lives and to cultivate their gifts. She also addresses roadblocks and resistance on the journey and emphasizes the importance of creating healthy boundaries and focusing on God's approval rather than seeking affirmation from others. Elsa's story serves as an inspiration for women feeling alone in their calling. In this conversation, Elsa Marley and Natasha discuss the importance of allowing oneself to be loved and the impact it can have on a woman's calling. They also explore the need to reframe mentorship and the epidemic of motherlessness in society. The conversation highlights the importance of restoring the true essence of femininity and the role of women in society. It concludes with encouraging words for called women and how to stay connected with Elsa Marley. Takeaways Allowing oneself to be loved is essential for women to fully embrace their calling. Mentorship should be based on genuine connection and seeing the soul of the mentee. There is an epidemic of motherlessness in society, and women need nurturing and support. Restoring the true essence of femininity is crucial for women to fulfill their purpose. Women need to reclaim their rightful place in all areas of life, including personal, professional, and spiritual. Called women should pay attention to the patterns and giftings in their lives and step into their calling. To stay connected with Elsa Marley, follow her on Instagram @iamElsaChristie or visit her website ElsaChristie.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:18 Encountering God at a Young Age 04:43 Finding Purpose in Pain 06:10 Steps to Repurposing Pain 10:15 Defining Moments and Calling 11:31 Recognizing the Mark of God 13:56 Choosing to Get Up and Walk in Purpose 15:51 Discovering and Cultivating Gifts 18:43 Navigating the Journey of a Renaissance Woman 21:31 Overcoming Roadblocks and Resistance 25:59 Embracing the Freedom of Being Called 29:21 Discerning the Timing and Will of God 32:43 Creating Healthy Boundaries and Focusing on God's Approval 36:17 Encouragement for Women Feeling Alone in Their Calling 45:45 The Importance of Allowing Yourself to be Loved 46:15 Reframing Mentorship 47:25 The Epidemic of Motherlessness 49:27 Restoring the True Eve Within Women 50:12 Women Coming Back into Their Rightful Place 50:50 Encouragement for Called Women 51:45 How to Stay Connected with Elsa Marley