This week, I've been bombarded with constant emails outlining what this next semester of college is going to look like regarding the pandemic and how we are going to navigate these uncharted waters as a campus community. So in today's episode, I decided to sit down with all of you and unpack some of my thoughts on going back to school as the COVID-19 cases continue to climb, as well as some of the goals, fears, and expectations I've been contemplating as I get closer and closer to beginning my sophomore year at Belmont! 

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This week, my best friend Emma Baldwin and I sit down to have an honest and vulnerable chat about one of the biggest pitfalls of self proclaimed Christians: hypocrisy. Sometimes, it's easy to say you are a Christian when you are out in public or plop that Bible verse into your Instagram bio without much thought, but is that truly what being a Christian is all about? In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to not only act like a Christian when you're with your friends or at church, but how to allow God into your heart so that he can mold you into a true disciple for Him! Listen in to learn about our FIVE STEP process to cultivating a meaningful and transformative relationship with God.

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It is obvious that the COVID-19 pandemic has left our world in an overwhelmingly negative state: our economy is ruined, schools are closed, and travel is basically non-existent. I get it, there is a lot to be upset about. But what if I told you that channeling you energy into a more positive outlet, like gratitude and mindfulness, can actually CHANGE YOUR LIFE? Today on Chaos Management, we welcome my mentor and boss, Riki Rattner, to share with us the MONUMENTAL ways in which gratitude has impacted the lives of her students in Nashville and beyond. If you have been feeling down due to the crippling circumstances we are enduring, join us unpacking, rebuilding, breathing, and maybe enjoying a quick MeMoment too!

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If you're anything like me, then you are probably OBSESSED with finding validation and worth in those around you, especially if you are leading in some form or capacity. Like you, I've been the girl that's so worried about being the perfect leader for everyone else, she forgets how essential it is to take some time to recharge and attend to her own needs. In this episode, we sit down together to have an open, honest, and vulnerable chat about how to begin a sustainable routine of setting aside our pride and realizing that we aren't super heros. We NEED to make ourselves a priority in order to continue to give 100% of our authentic selves to those around us. So snuggle up with some coffee and a blanket, and let's get down to the nitty gritty truth behind our sleepless nights and endless days!

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Today, we welcome Nathan Achilles to Chaos Management to give you the inside scoop into the side of creative passions you often don't get to see. In this episode, we talk about how we come back from failure, our own humble beginnings in our respective creative niches, and the necessity of developing an entrepreneurial mindset in order to actually make it as a creator. If you are a long time creator, or just starting to dip your toe into the world of creating professionally, this one's for YOU!

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These past few weeks have been filled with change that has challenged so many, including myself, to look deeper into our thoughts and actions and evaluate the true intentions of our hearts and minds. The Black Lives Matter Movement is one that will hopefully be remembered for many generations to come as the turning point for racial inequality in our world. However, this movement is not a one week thing, or even a one month or one year thing. This is a daily fight that we must make a commitment to advocate for every morning when we wake up. Our brothers and sisters and neighbors and friends are counting on us to stand behind them and beside them as we change the narrative of this system built on inequality. Today on Chaos Management, we welcome Mackenzie Smith to speak to us about how she perceives the #BLM Movement & gives us some insight into how we can do our part to make a difference as well. If you are interested in learning about more education resources and actions steps to take, visit this week's blog post (https://mariahaswritersblo.wixsite.com/blog/post/ways-to-make-a-difference-as-a-white-person-during-blm) on Maria Has Writer's Block!

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Today, we welcome Becca Chamberlin, Ross Culy, Ara Cowper, and Stacy Cox to Chaos Management to discuss their hopes and fears as they make their transition from high school to college this fall, especially in the middle of a pandemic. For those of you who may be trading your locker for a dorm room this year, find comfort in the fact that you're not alone in your anxieties and excitement. I hope this episode will ease your worries and provide you with encouragement amidst the turmoils of our world. Congratulations to the Class of 2020. This one's for you!

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Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror & wished for a different pair of eyes to stare back at you? Or maybe a skinnier waist? Well, you are definitely not alone. Today, we welcome Alicia Eced and Emily Gartz to Chaos Management to discuss how they are learning to fall more in love with their bodies every single day. Through their stories, we will explore what it means to truly be 'body positive' and how to take your first step on the road towards cherishing every inch of your own body.   

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If you're anything like myself, you've probably wonder how in THE WORLD am I ever going to find someone who wants to marry all of this craziness. Well, in this episode, we welcome my girl Ali Kosisko and her long-term boyfriend Lukas Lowry to Chaos Management so that we can get a glimpse into their relationship and maybe learn a little bit about what it takes to foster that kind of love in our own lives. Take out a pad of paper people, because you know you're gonna wanna take notes on this one!

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What do Frozen 2, Bop It, and Trunk Twists all have in common? They all promote focus and motivation (directly or indirectly, you can decide on that one for yourself when you test it out)!  In this episode, we welcome my BEST FRIEND Kendra Holliger to Chaos Management so that she can give us some insight into how we can remain motivated in this season of waiting. Just sayin, you do not wanna skip this one.

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