Challenges Won't Stop Me

Parenting is not for wimps! Because parenting can be hard, most parents are eager to hear great parenting advice as each age presents a different set of challenges. Learning from those who have gone before us and lived through it is one of the best ways to be a better parent.

Kenn Kington, comedian and motivational speaker, joins us for another episode to share the wisdom he's gained in parenting his four kids. 

Make sure you have a pen to take some notes about parenting the FAIR way. Implementing this strategy will help your children become responsible, productive adults. Isn't that the point?

You can learn more about Kenn at www.kennkington.com!

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

You may have heard of new age practices or cults (even Christian ones), but you likely don't know how one becomes involved in one or what day to day life is like. In this episode, we explore both. 

My guest, Athena Dean Holtz, dabbled in several new age practices. In her book, Full Circle, she explained, "The enemy used my hunger to know God to draw me into his lies. Because I didn't know the truth, I was easy prey for the counterfeit."

Athena not only shares what her life was like while experimenting with new age practices, but she also shares how she joined a Christian church not knowing it was a cult.  

Her openness about how she got involved in the cult and how much emotional and spiritual abuse she endured gives the listener a deep look into the dangers of looking for God in all the wrong places. 

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

My interview with Maegan came about in a unique way. Knowing about the ministry, at least ten mutual friends from church said I needed to interview Maegan as she had an incredible story. I’m so glad I followed their advice as her story is truly a beautiful one of God turning her ashes into beauty. 

The phrase beauty for ashes comes from Isaiah 61:1-2. It says, “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me . . . to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.”

When Maegan surrendered her circumstances to God, she began to understand the gift of grief. 

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

It's always a great day when you can spend it with someone who makes you laugh! 

Kenn Kington - comedian, motivational speaker, author, and occasional fill-in pastor - joins us to discuss how laughter helps us have a different perspective when life zigzags. 

Kenn's always observing life and sees what most of us miss. When he retells  stories about what he's observed, it's easy to see the humor in even the toughest of situations. "It's impossible to laugh and worry at the same time," he shares. 

When life zigzags, laughter brings joy and makes you feel lighter. Laughing is a vulnerable thing, but it always leaves you feeling more positive. 

Check out Kenn at kennkington.com and his videos on YouTube. 

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

In the last chapter of 1 Corinthians, Paul wraps up his message to the church in Corinth by saying: "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love."

What does it mean to stand firm in the faith, especially when your path hits a zigzag?

My friends, Stephanie, Holli, and Lisa, joined me for a round table discussion about the zigzags they've each faced and how they leaned hard on their faith during those difficult times. 

So many valuable nuggets of wisdom are in this episode, so grab a pen and paper and hit the play button!

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

Parenting in a sexualized culture is very challenging. With all our children see in the media, do they know how to process it? The bigger question is how will it impact them?

Anne Kerr of True North Freedom project is our guest. She tackles these questions and more! Join us as she shares the importance of having a grace-filled, practical approach to understanding, teaching, and modeling God-honoring, biblical sexuality.

Her website, truenorthfp.org. offers blog posts, tools, and resources to help parents have those tough but rewarding conversations with their kids.

Resources Anne mentions in this episode:
* Dan Allender   website: theallendercenter.org    books on Amazon  (click on green for links)
* Dr. Juli Slattery   website: authenticintimacy.com   books on Amazon (clink on green for links)
* Jay Stringer   website: jay-stringer.com   book on Amazon (click on green for links)

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

February is Heart Health Month. Who better to help us have healthy hearts than a health and wellness coach? Melony invited Severin Garrett to share her knowledge and experiences regarding healthy living with us, so we can have healthy hearts. 

A surprising statistic is 1 out of 3 women will have cardiovascular disease. While these numbers may currently be true, women CAN make healthy a lifestyle and change this statistic. Learn what NEWS6 means, and then LIVE IT!

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

January is National Slavery and Sex Trafficking Awareness Month. After meeting several ministry leaders who are fighting to end the human trafficking epidemic, Melony knew she must interview Kasey McClure of 4Sarah.

In part 1, Kasey shared about her years in the sex industry and how she is now passionate about helping rescue women and girls being exploited in human trafficking with her ministry team at 4Sarah.

In part 2, Kasey shares more about Atlanta's human trafficking crisis. She encourages us to not turn our back on this crisis as there are many ways to get involved in ending this horrible epidemic.

Disclaimer: Although the material in this episode is not explicit, the topic of human trafficking is discussed in detail. Recommended audience is ages 13+.

Check out melonybrown.com for more overcomer stories and to learn more about Melony. 

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

January is National Slavery and Sex Trafficking Awareness Month. After meeting several ministry leaders who are fighting to end the human trafficking epidemic, Melony knew she must interview Kasey McClure of 4Sarah.

Kasey knows and understands the sex industry, because she's been there. Kasey shares about the zigzags she experienced while working in a dance club. After walking away from it, she started a ministry to rescue women and children out of exploitation and empower them to become healthy, thriving women.

Kasey's ministry, 4Sarah, offers multiple ways to get involved to stop human trafficking.

Disclaimer: Although the material in this episode is not explicit, the topic of human trafficking is discussed in detail. Recommended audience is ages 13+.

CHeck out melonybrown.com for more overcomer stories and learn more about Melony. 

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!

Welcome to Zigzag & One! Face a big dog struggle lately? Worried and anxious you won't make it through? Don't know which way to turn? Wish you had someone wiser than you to pour their wisdom into you? This podcast will tackle the issues women face, as well as offer valuable wisdom that can be applied to your life.

In this inaugural episode of Zigzag & One, Melony sits down with her mentee, Avery, to discuss the crazy podcast name and its purpose. Navigating life's zigs and zags together made Avery the perfect interviewer to kick off this podcast. She wasn't afraid to ask the tough questions!

You don't want to miss upcoming episodes when Melony interviews women who share ways to keep moving forward after facing life's toughest zigzags (struggles).

Check out melonybrown.com for more overcomer stories and learn more about Melony.

Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

Want to leave a comment about this episode? Click HERE!