Martha Mazor didn't set out to build a childcare empire; she was just a mom trying to figure it out. But somewhere between raising three boys, flipping appliances out of a tiny apartment, and trusting God through some really hard seasons, something remarkable happened.

In this episode, Martha pulls back the curtain on how she went from survival mode to scaling thriving childcare centers. We get into the real stuff: mindset shifts, faith-fueled decisions, the messy middle of marriage and motherhood, and how she built something that genuinely works for everyone inside it.

We also talk about boundaries, delegation, and staying present with your kids while your business is growing. Martha doesn't make it sound easy; she makes it sound doable, which honestly feels more valuable.

And if you've ever wondered whether your faith and your ambition can actually coexist? Martha has a lot to say about that, including how she's now helping other childcare leaders step into their own season of multiplication.

Whether you're a mom, a leader, or just someone who needs proof that bold moves are still possible, this one's for you.

Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:56] From mom of 3 to thriving childcare business owner
[00:06:44] Turning hustle into expansion
[00:10:57] Growing business with purpose and faith
[00:14:39] Raising boys & business: What really works
[00:18:54] Protecting your presence and focus
[00:21:47] Encouragement for moms: Overwhelm isn't the end
[00:22:14] Rethinking balance: Focus on what truly matters
[00:23:18] Being vs. doing
[00:24:32] Freedom in imperfection
[00:25:08] You can't do it all
[00:29:32] Purpose-driven growth
[00:34:09] Finding opportunity in challenge
[00:40:54] Transformative experiences for moms
[00:45:14] Mindset shifts to move forward

Memorable Quotes:

"What are the things that you absolutely have to do and what are the things that you will have to delegate and give up that perfectionism if you do wanna have it all?" [00:25:19] – Martha Mazor

"We are called. It doesn't matter how many zeros you have behind your name. We are called to multiply what we have been given." [00:32:21] – Martha Mazor

Links Mentioned In This Episode:

Made For More Retreat: https://coaching.marthamazor.com/made-for-more-retreat

Mentorship Programs: https://marthamazor.com/work-with-me/

Brooke Thomas (Live Out Loud): https://brookethomas.com/

Connect With Martha Mazor:

Website: https://marthamazor.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.empire.builder
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martha.picciao.1

Connect With Us:
Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast

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Some conversations stay with you because they put words to things you've been carrying for a long time. Sitting down with my dear friend Marissa McCrory, we talked honestly about faith, friendship, healing, hard seasons, and what it looks like to bring your real thoughts and feelings to God instead of trying to hold it all together. We also get into comparison, community, betrayal, boundaries, and why the heart work matters more than most of us realize.

Marissa is a Holistic Health Practitioner, Educator, and Founder of The Lumina Path, where she helps women get to the bottom of fatigue, bloating, hormone issues, stubborn weight, and feeling off, even when their labs look "normal." Her approach combines functional testing, practical lifestyle shifts, and whole-body wellness to help women build real energy, resilience, and confidence in their health again. And as you'll hear in this conversation, her work goes deeper than symptoms.

If you've ever felt isolated, disappointed, weary, or just ready for a deeper level of healing, I think this episode will really speak to you. We talk about spiritual growth, healthy relationships, gut health, discernment, and learning how to stay open to what God is doing even in the hard parts. It honestly felt like one of those conversations that was always meant to be shared.

Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:54] From Ministry to Root-Cause Wellness
[00:04:13] Why Doing the Heart Work Before Marriage Matters
[00:07:16] Wrestling With God: A Deeper Level of Surrender
[00:08:10] The Lie About God That Stops Real Vulnerability
[00:12:48] Why Social Media Is Fueling Isolation
[00:17:32] Busyness, Perfectionism, and the Loss of Community
[00:25:02] Wisdom, Boundaries, and Lessons From Betrayal
[00:31:07] Surrendering Pain and Grief to God
[00:31:34] What Hard Seasons Teach About Friendship
[00:35:16] The Hard Conversations That Protect Unity
[00:36:08] Rejection Wounds That Shape Our Relationships
[00:37:41] Recognizing Spiritual Abuse in Church Spaces
[00:44:07] Boundaries and Why Leaders Shouldn't Be Idolized
[00:47:35] Learning to Trust Again After Betrayal
[00:51:19] Why Crushing Seasons Produce "Oil"
[00:54:39] Marissa's Root-Cause Health Approach

Memorable Quotes:

"Jesus is supposed to be our good counselor, and he is, and there's a reason he is called that. But so many people never go to him with the issues of their heart." [00:08:57] – Marissa McCrory

"You should have friends in real life that you can go to and be vulnerable with. And if you don't, then it's time to do a little inventory on what you need to change, because that is where fulfillment really comes from." [00:16:10] – Marissa McCrory

Links Mentioned In This Episode:

Parasite Cleanse (18-Day Group Program): https://stan.store/theluminapath/p/get-the-parasite-cleanse-guide-now

Connect With Marissa McCrory:
Website: https://myluminapath.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marissareneemccrory

Connect With Us:
Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast

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You can work hard for decades, save consistently, and still miss the opportunity to truly multiply what you've been given. In this episode, I break down what an investment fund is, how private investing works, and why understanding your options is such an important part of stewarding your finances. I walk you through the roles of general partners and limited partners and show how money actually grows in a fund. If you've ever felt confused about hedge funds, real estate funds, or alternative investments, I make it simple to understand.

This episode also revisits the heart behind Mandate to Multiply: faith, family, and finances working together. I share why being intentional in your marriage, parenting, and personal growth directly affects how you lead and steward your resources. Multiplication isn't just about money, but also about stewarding everything God has entrusted to you. When your heart is full, your decisions, business, and family thrive.

I also talk about practical steps for getting started, including what to look for in a private investment fund, why SEC registration matters, and why a third-party admin can make all the difference. I want you to shift from just saving to intentionally multiplying what you have. Whether you're new to investing or exploring non-traditional opportunities like cryptocurrency or pooled funds, I share the mindset and tools to take confident next steps.

Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:01:41] Multiply Faith, Family, Money
[00:04:03] Heart Work & Financial Impact
[00:04:40] What Is an Investment Fund
[00:08:05] How Funds Make Money
[00:08:36] Doing Funds the Right Way
[00:10:21] Types of Investment Funds
[00:12:29] Open-Minded Investing
[00:13:05] Starting to Multiply Today
[00:14:15] Crypto Mindset Shift

Memorable Quotes:

"We believe that we have a God-given mandate to multiply finances so that we can be a blessing to other people, so that we can make an impact, and so that we can be a blessing to future generations." [00:03:50] – Melissa Edmiston

"I just want everybody out there fending their money out to go work, to put it to work so that it can grow and you can do so much good with it." [00:14:06] – Melissa Edmiston

Connect With Us:
Website: https://mandatetomultiply.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandatetomultiply/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandatetomultiplypodcast

Join the VIP Community & get a FREE PDF Guide: "7 Keys to Multiply What Matters: A Quick-Start Guide to Faith, Family & Financial Stewardship." - https://mandatetomultiply.com/vipcommunity