Like you, I'm feeling the heaviness of the events this week.

In this episode I'm sharing an experience I had about a month ago when I had to ask myself a hard question.

It seems to have come full circle after this week, and I'm learning that the most important way I can help be the change I hope to see in the world is to go inward first.

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Do you ever catch yourself living by invisible rules you never really chose? Rules like "I should always keep the house perfect" or "They should know what I need without me asking." These kinds of self-imposed rules can quietly run the show, often creating stress, guilt, or frustration.

In this episode, I invite you to look at the rules you've created for yourself—and for others. You'll learn how to:

• Recognize the hidden "rules" guiding your daily life

• Use a simple exercise to identify which rules are serving you and which are not

• Give yourself permission to rewrite or release the rules that keep you stuck

• Spot how "shoulds" sneak into your relationships (sometimes even disguised as questions) and how to shift them

This is part one of a two-part series, where we'll begin by breaking down the personal and relational rules that may be weighing you down.

It's time to loosen the grip of the "shoulds" and step into more freedom, ease, and authenticity.

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In this episode, I share a conversation about building routines that nurture mind, body, and spirit. We explore how stillness strengthens the mind, grounding connects us to the body, and alignment brings us back to God and our values.

Two big ideas that came out of this discussion were the benefits of getting outside in nature and the practice of prayer journaling—both powerful ways to create space for presence and spiritual connection. You'll also hear practical examples from women who are weaving these practices into their own lives.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why routines that honor mind, body, and spirit feel more balanced

• How time in nature can restore clarity and peace

• The benefits of prayer journaling for spiritual connection

• Simple practices to bring grounding, stillness, and alignment into your day

If you've been craving a routine that feels more life-giving and connected, this conversation will spark ideas and encouragement to try for yourself.

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Just like your browser has a default homepage it returns to, you have a default emotional state that you naturally settle into—your emotional ground zero. In this episode, I explore how these default emotions become our unconscious status quo and shape our entire life experience, and more importantly, how to change them.

• I break down the Law of Creation and show you how your thoughts create your emotions, your emotions drive your actions, and your actions create your results—plus why most people get stuck in this cycle without realizing it.
• You'll hear stories from three different phases of my life where I operated from completely different default emotions, and how I finally figured out that I could actually change these automatic responses.
• I walk you through my 3-step process for reprogramming any emotional default: getting aware of the stories you're telling yourself, choosing better narratives, and then practicing them until they stick.

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What do you do when you look back on your journey and feel like you have nothing to show for it? For years, I told myself the story that I had wasted time—that I should be farther along in my personal growth and becoming. But recently, I realized I've been deep in the inner work of transformation, and none of that time was wasted.

In this episode, I share how the past 8 years have been a season of profound inner change—navigating kids leaving the nest, unexpected choices my children made, shifts in my faith practices, and the new physical realities of an aging body (hello, perimenopause). Using the metaphor of a butterfly's cocoon, I'll show you why unseen transformation is just as valuable as the kind you can point to on the outside.

If you've ever felt behind in your becoming, this conversation will help you see your journey with new eyes—and maybe even embrace the cocoon you're in right now.

You'll hear:

• How the story you tell about your transformation shapes your experience of it

• Why slow, unseen seasons of growth matter more than we think

• The butterfly cocoon metaphor that reframes your "hidden" becoming

• How to rewrite your own transformation story to see the beauty in it

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How do you build meaningful adult friendships, parent without controlling your kids, and shift from a victim mindset to emotional freedom?

In this insightful episode, I sit down with Eric to explore the mindset shifts and relationship strategies that lead to greater peace, connection, and personal power. We talk about what it means to step into emotional maturity, make intentional choices in parenting and friendship, and let go of the need to control outcomes.

You'll hear us unpack:

• How to form and maintain intentional adult friendships—without chasing people who aren't invested

• Why parenting without control strengthens connection and increases long-term influence

• How expectations in relationships often lead to frustration—and what to focus on instead

• The powerful difference between agency vs. victim mentality—and how stepping into agency brings relief and emotional clarity

• Whether emotional growth can be measured—and how to notice your progress

If you're ready to experience more freedom, connection, and grounded confidence in your relationships, this conversation is for you.

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What does it look like to grow yourself and your family—at the same time?

In this episode, I'm joined by Amber, a remarkable woman and mother of 11, who is intentionally prioritizing her own personal development while supporting a busy household. Together, we talk about the power of stillness, the importance of dreaming with God, and how to navigate major life shifts with trust and grace.

We explore:

• Why awareness is the first step to discovering the right path for you

• The challenge of finding balance in a house full of people

• Amber's morning routine (it starts with movement, not meditation!)

• How she makes time for stillness and spiritual inspiration

• The surprising way her husband's career change opened doors for their kids to gain confidence and work ethic

• The idea of God-seeded desires and how to dream beyond our own limited expectations

If you've ever felt stretched thin, unsure of how to chase your dreams while caring for others, or you're craving space to listen to the whisperings of your soul—this conversation will encourage and ground you.

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Midlife is full of change—kids grow up, roles shift, and the question of "What's next?" can feel both exciting and overwhelming.

In today's episode, I talk with my friend Jill, a faith-based life coach who works with women navigating this very transition. We talk about:

• Why midlife goals require a clear why (and how to find yours)

• The gift of not putting pressure on yourself

• How to keep your goals light, fun, and meaningful

• Why mimicking others can be a useful place to begin

• The role of opposition in making joy deeper and more lasting

This conversation is both tender and empowering. Whether you're deep in the trenches of change or just feeling a shift coming, you'll leave this episode reminded that joy isn't the reward for reaching the goal—it's something you can cultivate along the way.

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In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Holly to talk about navigating the empty nest transition—and how this season can be a launchpad for midlife reinvention and purpose.

Holly spent the last decade exploring different jobs to reconnect with herself after active mothering. Now, she's heading back to school and leaning into her next chapter with clarity and courage.

We talk about:

• Finding your identity after motherhood

• How a personal why statement and core values serves as a guiding light through this transition

• Making time for your goals as an empty nester

• Building self-trust by keeping your word to yourself

• Living authentically in midlife and beyond

• Knowing how our brain works to understand our choices and behavior

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Wellness isn't just physical. Carol explains how tending to emotional, spiritual, financial, and social wellness created lasting change--and helped to heal her physically. It's never too late, and you're never too old to prioritize your wellness and becoming.

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