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In this episode of Chat with Nat: Conversations That Count, host Natalie Kime welcomes Bev Mitelman, an expert in attachment theory specializing in romantic relationships, sexuality, respectful parenting, and workplace dynamics. Bev explains the origins and impact of attachment styles on relationships, parenting, and financial behaviors. Together, they discuss how early childhood experiences shape adult patterns, the possibility of changing attachment styles, and the importance of emotional attunement and radical honesty. The episode highlights practical strategies for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and building secure connections in all areas of life. Listeners are invited to explore their own attachment styles with Bev’s free online quiz.

What you will hear:

• Overview of attachment theory and its significance in relationships.
• Explanation of different attachment styles: secure, anxious-preoccupied, avoidant, and their origins in childhood experiences.
• The impact of attachment styles on romantic relationships, parenting, and workplace dynamics.
• Discussion on the possibility of changing attachment styles over time through awareness and effort.
• The role of emotional attunement and radical honesty in fostering authentic connections.
• Exploration of how attachment styles influence financial behaviors and decision-making.
• The connection between emotional regulation and attachment styles, including coping mechanisms for overwhelming emotions.
• Insights on the importance of self-awareness and understanding personal needs in relationships.
• The effects of midlife changes on women's attachment styles and relationship dynamics.
• Strategies for building healthier relationships through clear communication of values and needs.
  
  

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 Website: https://securelyloved.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551898715971
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SecurelyLoved

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In this episode of Chat with Nat: Conversations That Count, host Natalie McPhie Kim shares practical strategies for cultivating gratitude as a financial, mindset, and life asset, especially during Thanksgiving week. She introduces her consulting service for business owners, then explores the “Five F’s” pillars—Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness, and Fun—offering actionable tips for each. Natalie emphasizes that true gratitude requires action, encouraging listeners to make positive changes in their finances, relationships, health, and joy. She closes with a call to finish the year with gratitude and intention, inviting feedback and connection.

What you will hear:

• Introduction to consulting services for business owners regarding financial statements
• Importance of understanding financial documents for business health and decision-making
• Theme of gratitude during Thanksgiving week as a financial and life strategy
• Practical tips for cultivating gratitude in finances
• Exploration of the "Five F's" pillars related to gratitude: Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness, and Fun
• Faith as a stabilizer during uncertain times and its role in gratitude
• Family as the primary source of identity and strength, emphasizing the importance of relationships
• Stewardship and intentional action in managing finances with a gratitude mindset
• The significance of health and fitness in enjoying wealth and overall well-being
• Encouragement to create joyful experiences and memories, especially during the holiday season

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes sensitive discussions about suicide, trauma, and mental health struggles. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 in the United States for free and confidential support.

Last week, Lindsay Stadel shared the raw and powerful story of surviving her suicide attempt, the moment her life changed, and the truth behind her darkest season. This week, she returns to continue her journey, but from a different perspective. Today is about what came after. The rebuilding. The forgiveness. The trust she had to earn back. The marriage that strengthened. The businesses she and her husband Tim built with their family. And the purpose that grew from her pain.

Before we dive in, I introduce Lindsay again for listeners who are new or did not hear last week’s episode. Lindsay is a wife, mother, grandmother, and multi business entrepreneur. Alongside Tim, she helps run four thriving companies: Stadel Farms Inc, S and S Harvesting LLC, Flint Hills Transport LLC, and TLS Logistics LLC. Beyond the incredible work she does in agriculture and logistics, Lindsay is a mental health advocate whose mission is to help others choose life, faith, and purpose every single day.

This week, we explore how her healing journey transformed her family, her marriage, and her businesses, and how sharing her story is now changing lives far beyond her community.

What you will hear:

• Why rebuilding after trauma takes time, honesty, and support
• How Lindsay earned back trust with her children, stepchildren, and loved ones
• The emotional journey her husband Tim navigated as he supported her
• How their family grew stronger by talking openly and facing the hard conversations
• The story behind their four businesses and how they built them together
• Why Lindsay now writes, speaks, and advocates for mental health
• Her next mission as a breakthrough coach and storyteller
• The reminder that healing is not only personal, it is generational
  
  

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 Website: https://lindsaystadel.com/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1778579802867924/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayStadel

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive discussions about suicide and mental health struggles.

In this deeply moving episode of "Chat with Nat: Conversations That Count," host Natalie Kime welcomes entrepreneur and mental health advocate Lindsay Stadel. Lindsay bravely shares her journey through childhood trauma, abusive relationships, postpartum depression, and the loss of her father, culminating in a suicide attempt. She discusses the stigma around mental health, the importance of seeking help, and how she transformed her pain into purpose. Lindsay’s story is one of resilience, hope, and advocacy, offering support and understanding to others facing similar battles.

What you will hear:

• Personal journey of surviving severe mental health struggles
• Discussion of suicidal ideation and a suicide attempt
• Impact of childhood trauma and subsequent life challenges
• Experiences with abusive relationships and postpartum depression
• Importance of mental health advocacy and breaking stigma
• The significance of seeking help and support
• Transformation of pain into purpose and resilience
• The role of family and relationships in recovery
• The importance of sharing personal stories to foster understanding
• Encouragement for others to prioritize mental health and seek help

Connect with Lindsay Stadel:
https://lindsaystadel.com/

Facebook Group: You Are Enough
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayStadel

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In this solo episode of Chat with Nat Conversations That Count, host Natalie Kime explores the transformative power of gratitude, organizing her insights around her guiding “Five F’s”: Faith, Family, Finance, Fitness, and Fun. Through inspiring stories and personal reflections, Natalie illustrates how practicing gratitude in each area can unlock peace, prosperity, and purpose. She encourages listeners to embrace daily gratitude, celebrate small joys, and focus on what truly matters. The episode concludes with a gratitude challenge, inviting everyone to reflect on and share what they’re thankful for in each of the Five F’s.

What you'll learn:

• The transformative power of gratitude in daily life.
• The "Five F's" framework: Faith, Family, Finance, Fitness, and Fun.
• The role of gratitude in fostering resilience during difficult times.
• Stories illustrating gratitude in various contexts, including historical examples.
• The importance of appreciating family and relationships over perfection.
• Financial gratitude and recognizing opportunities for growth and giving.
• Reframing fitness as a privilege and expressing gratitude for the body's capabilities.
• The significance of joy and fun as essential components of a fulfilling life.
• Daily practices to cultivate gratitude and its impact on overall well-being.
• The interconnectedness of gratitude, joy, and intentional living.

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n this episode of "Chat with Nat: Conversations That Count," host Natalie Kime welcomes Kevin Saint John, founder of Boomin Business Solutions, to discuss the realities of entrepreneurship. Together, they explore how small business owners can overcome overwhelm, boost profits, and reclaim their time by implementing smarter systems, focusing on profit over revenue, and building strategic partnerships. Kevin shares actionable strategies for scaling sustainably, empowering teams, and achieving work-life balance, while Natalie emphasizes the importance of financial clarity and intentional planning. Listeners are encouraged to audit their business systems and connect with Kevin for expert guidance.

What you'll hear:

• Entrepreneurship and small business challenges
• Strategies for business growth and increasing profits
• Importance of financial understanding and profit margins
• Transitioning from technician to CEO mindset
• Implementing systems and automation to reclaim time
• The role of strategic partnerships in expanding revenue
• Cost control and pricing strategies for profitability
• The significance of niching down and identifying ideal clients
• Leadership development and employee empowerment
• Holistic approaches to business success and personal fulfillment

Contact Kevin: https://boominbusinesssolutions.com/

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In this episode of "Chat with Nat," host Natalie Kime welcomes Kim Korven, a retired lawyer and mediator, to discuss building a better, more peaceful divorce. Kim shares her personal and professional insights on navigating divorce without costly legal battles, emphasizing heart-centered communication, mediation, and the well-being of children. Together, they explore practical strategies for reducing conflict, setting boundaries with loved ones, and protecting both emotional and financial health. The episode offers compassionate advice and resources for anyone seeking a dignified, cooperative approach to divorce and family transitions.

What you'll hear:

• Emotional and financial challenges of divorce
• Alternative approaches to divorce, such as mediation and collaborative divorce
• Importance of a heart-centered perspective in divorce
• The outdated nature of the legal divorce system
• Strategies for reducing conflict and costs during divorce
• The significance of maintaining family relationships post-divorce
• The role of rituals in processing divorce and fostering communication
• Navigating societal expectations and stigma surrounding divorce
• Practical advice for a peaceful divorce process
• The long-term benefits of prioritizing children's well-being during and after divorce

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In this episode of Chat with Nat, host Natalie Kime explores how investing in fitness transforms every area of life—boosting productivity, earnings, mental health, faith, and relationships. Sharing her personal health journey, Natalie discusses the science behind exercise, practical routines, and the ripple effect of healthy habits within families. She highlights the integration of faith and fitness, and encourages listeners to make consistent “deposits” into their fitness bank. With relatable stories and actionable advice, Natalie inspires her audience to prioritize physical health as the foundation for a vibrant, successful, and fulfilling life.

What you'll learn:

• The transformative power of fitness and its impact on overall well-being.
• The relationship between physical health and productivity, earnings potential, and career success.
• Personal health journey and the importance of a consistent morning routine.
• Scientific studies linking exercise to improved mental health and reduced sick days.
• The integration of faith and fitness, using movement as a form of worship and mindfulness.
• The ripple effect of healthy habits on family relationships and community.
• The connection between physical fitness and mental clarity, resilience, and emotional well-being.
• Strategies for making fitness approachable and sustainable in daily life.
• The importance of strength training, especially for women, to combat age-related health issues.
• Encouragement to view fitness as a vital investment in personal and professional success.

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We talk a lot about hustle, goals, and growth, but what about joy? This week on Chat with Nat, I am diving into one of my favorite F’s, Fun, and why it is not a luxury but a necessity.

After a full weekend at a company event, my voice might be scratchy, but my heart is full. Between laughter with friends, late-night stories, and silly moments that cost nothing, I was reminded how essential fun is for our health, relationships, and finances.

From spontaneous laughter to dancing in the kitchen, fun is the glue that holds the rest of life together. I will share research, personal stories, and practical ideas you can apply right away to add more fun to your days without breaking your budget.

What you will hear:

• How fun reduces stress, boosts happiness, and strengthens relationships
  
  
• The “fun fund” method for budgeting joy into your finances
  
  
• Why couples and families who play together grow stronger bonds
  
  
• Ways to add small moments of joy into everyday routines
  
  
• How fun in the workplace increases productivity and creativity
  
  
• My fall hot take on why the colors of the season are the real MVP
  
  

Fun is one of the five F’s that keep our lives in harmony: Faith, Family, Finance, Fitness, and Fun.
 Listen in for laughter, lessons, and a reminder to make time for joy.

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Faith shows up in many forms: trust in people, confidence in yourself, and belief in something bigger. In this episode of Chat with Nat, I explore what faith really means and how it carries us through the hardest seasons of life.

We talk about how faith in humanity fuels kindness, why faith in yourself strengthens resilience, and how faith in a higher power creates hope and purpose. I also share stories from my own journey, from stepping into entrepreneurship with no guarantees to caring for my parents, and how faith carried me through.

What you’ll hear:

• The 24-hour money rule and how it prevents emotional spending
  
  
• Why faith in humanity is alive and well, even when headlines say otherwise
  
  
• How gratitude strengthens faith and restores perspective
  
  
• Why building faith in yourself makes you three times more likely to achieve long-term goals
  
  
• How leaning into a higher power creates peace, resilience, and purpose
  
  
• Ways to connect your faith in humanity, yourself, and beyond to fuel your goals
  
  

If you have ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected, this episode will remind you that faith is the foundation for growth, resilience, and joy.

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