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Have you ever felt a nudge so persistent you couldn’t ignore it, even though following it would turn your life upside down? In this episode of Cupcakes and Clarity, Lisa Pirinelli sits down with her longtime friend and mentor Amanda Sparks to share a powerful story of faith, obedience, and life-altering alignment. Amanda opens up about her decision to walk away from a successful corporate career after receiving unmistakable signs that God was calling her to something different, even when the next step didn’t make logical or financial sense.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, feeling restless in a season that no longer fits, or wondering whether the signs you’re seeing are real, this episode may be the gentle confirmation you’ve been waiting for.

What listeners will learn:

• How to recognize repeated signs and spiritual nudges when something in your life is no longer aligned.
• Why staying in a “comfortable” situation can quietly cost your health, marriage, and family.
• What obedience looks like when it requires a dramatic financial and lifestyle shift.
• How trusting God often unfolds in stages rather than instant clarity or outcomes.
• Why listening sooner can prevent years of burnout and emotional exhaustion.
• How faith-based decisions can positively impact your children and future generations.
• What it means to follow a calling without knowing exactly where it will lead.
• How patience plays a critical role in stepping into long-term purpose and fulfillment.

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https://www.allies-inc.org/

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Everywhere you look, the message is the same. New year, new you. Bigger goals. More discipline. Total transformation by January 1st. But what if that pressure is exactly why most resolutions fall apart? In this episode of Cupcakes and Clarity, Lisa Pirinelli walks you through a grounded, values-aligned way to prepare for 2026 that actually fits your real life. Instead of forcing goals that don’t match your season, you’ll learn a simple four-step framework that helps you reflect with curiosity, clarify what truly matters, and create a sustainable vision for the year ahead.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and practical steps you can take to start building a 2026 that feels aligned, calm, and doable without burning it all down.

What listeners will learn:

• Why traditional New Year’s resolutions fail when they ignore your values and life season.
• How to review the past year with curiosity instead of self-criticism.
• The role values play in creating clarity, boundaries, and sustainable success.
• How to define success in a way that reflects your life, not outside expectations.
• Simple prompts to help you create a values-aligned vision for 2026.
• Why choosing one to three focus areas creates more momentum than chasing multiple goals.
• How alignment reduces overwhelm and leads to better results with less effort.
• Why small, intentional choices create bigger shifts than forcing massive change.

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06 Simple Money Tips That Actually Lower Stress with Tabitha Bissett

Holiday stress isn’t just your calendar. It’s your credit card bill waiting in January. In this episode of Cupcakes & Clarity, Lisa Pirinelli sits down with Tabitha Bissett, owner of Bissett Accounting and Bookkeeping, to make money feel less scary during the busiest season of the year. Together they talk about why so many women overspend without meaning to, how a simple budget can protect your peace, and how involving your kids can turn holiday spending into something meaningful instead of stressful. This episode is a warm, practical reset for anyone who wants holiday joy without financial regret.

What listeners will learn:

• Why holiday spending often spirals when there is no clear plan in place.
• How a realistic holiday budget starts with your actual bank balance and upcoming bills.
• A simple way to set one total spending number before buying a single gift.
• How to list the people you want to buy for and allocate dollars on purpose.
• Why small overspending adds up fast when it shifts spending away from someone else on your list.
• How credit cards quietly turn a gift purchase into a bigger cost when there is no payoff plan.
• Why tracking purchases prevents duplicate spending and uneven gifting.
• How using your phone notes can help you track gifts and spending in real time.
• Why baking or low cost gifts can help you stretch a budget without losing thoughtfulness.
• How involving kids reduces pressure on you while also creating meaningful memories.
• A simple way to teach kids budgeting by giving them a set amount and letting them choose gifts.
• Why “perfect Christmas” is often a pressure story, not what kids truly remember.
• How financial literacy starts with small conversations and grows into confident money habits.
• What to consider when investing in coaching, especially when you want long-term stability and support.
• Why holiday harmony often comes from connection and simplicity, not bigger spending.

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