Be sure you listen to episode 133 before listening to this one. In part 2 of this conversation, we continue to discuss a few tips that can help promote connection within your marriage. Our hope is that after listening to these episodes you feel better equipped to turn away from outside pressures and focus on those specific things that you feel will deepen the connection in your own relationship.

SHOW NOTES:

(continued from episode 133…)

TIP 4: Stay curious about your spouse.

TIP 5: Recognize that it is not your spouse’s job to fulfill you.

TIP 6: Unvoiced expectations are not fair and they will kill your marriage.

TIP 7: Don’t project how you receive love onto your spouse.

TIP 8: Don’t underestimate the power of a good walk.

TIP 9: Assume the best.

TIP 10: Don’t overemphasize holidays.

TIP 11: Be insanely clear and direct in your communication.

BONUS CHALLENGE: Don’t underestimate the power of the written word and find ways to utilize it as a means to communicate with your spouse that you are thinking of them.

A few resources discussed in this episode:

CD Series: For All Eternity by John Lund

Book: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman

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There can be a lot of apprehension associated with Valentine’s Day. In an effort to help ease some of that anxiety and focus on the importance of connection in relationships, we discuss 11 tips to help you cultivate clarity, intimacy, and honesty in your marriage. Tips 1-3 are shared in this episode and we discuss the remaining tips in episode 134.

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SHOW NOTES:

TIP 1: Throw preconceived notions of romance out the window.

TIP 2: Identify what you actually want from your spouse.

TIP 3: You have to be honest.

Listen to Episode 134 for more tips on connecting with your spouse.

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We all experience moments (or even full seasons) of self-doubt — times when we convince ourself we were not worthy of joy or that we are imposters in our own lives. The question is — what do you DO about it? We are joined this week by mom, military wife, and photographer Doorly Winegar, as she discusses feeling these constraints in her own life as well as the steps she has taken, and continues to take, to keep moving forward. We hope you are as inspired by Doorly’s sincerity, sense of humor, and courage as we are!

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SHOW NOTES:

Find Doorly on Instagram: @doorlymwinegar and @doorlywinegarphotography

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We are thrilled to have our dear friend and certified holistic nutritionist, Natalie Postl, back for another episode! (Be sure to catch Ep. 129 — Heal Your Body with Food) In a world that can be sometimes overwhelming with its inundation of information, Natalie is a voice of truth and reason when it comes to the things we can do to improve our overall wellness. Natalie shares some of her favorite ways of driving good thoughts into our minds as a way to heal our bodies from the inside out. Our hope is that after listening you will feel uplifted and encouraged to examine your thoughts and have a better understanding of the role those thoughts play in your overall wellness AND happiness!

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SHOW NOTES:

Natalie recommends reading “The Hidden Messages in Water” by Masaru Emoto.

Check out the affirmation cards from Bloom and Bliss at [https://bloomandbliss.co/collections/affirmation-cards](https://bloomandbliss.co/collections/affirmation-cards).

Natalie’s guided affirmations (toward the end of this episode) begin at 52:25.

Find Natalie on Instagram: @thrivefamilywellnessaz

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We’re addressing an array of documenting questions that came directly from you, our listeners!! BH shares all kinds of tips, tricks, insight, and encouragement to get you started and guide you along in your documenting journey. You’ll love what BP has to add too! Our hope is that after you listen to this episode you will feel inspired and supported to document those things that are meaningful to you in a way that helps you feel both encouraged and fulfilled.

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Check out these other episodes related to documenting:

016: [Documenting Like a Boss](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/016-documenting-like-a-boss/id1438937435?i=1000426880383)

026: [Documenting Your Travel](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/026-documenting-your-travel/id1438937435?i=1000432479974)

033: [Why Documenting Matters](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/033-why-documenting-matters/id1438937435?i=1000437519483)

039: [Connecting Through Storytelling](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/039-connection-through-storytelling-with-heidi-swapp/id1438937435?i=1000441291425)

043: [Q&A — Documenting Style](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/043-q-a-with-becky-squared-round-3/id1438937435?i=1000444135577)

070: [Journaling For Non-Journalers](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/070-journaling-for-non-journalers-kimberly-christenson/id1438937435?i=1000461921328)

077: [Document Your Truth](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/077-document-your-truth/id1438937435?i=1000465390487)

107: [Your Modern Story](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/107-your-modern-story/id1438937435?i=1000489220948)

120: [Gratitude Practices](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/120-gratitude-practices/id1438937435?i=1000498176050)

The BH Classroom [ [classroom.beckyhiggins.com](http://classroom.beckyhiggins.com/) ] is where you can find a welcome video that gives an overview of what to expect, a free mini course called “My Modern Story” and our brand new mini course called “Documenting 101”. Grab your seat today!

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Be sure you listen to Ep. 128 before you listen to this one. In Part 2 of this episode, we continue our conversation with certified holistic nutritionist, Natalie Postl as she shares more thoughts on how we can heal our bodies with food. Our hope is that after you listen to these episodes you’ll have some tips and tools to set some attainable goals that you feel will make the most difference in your life.

SHOW NOTES:

You can find Natalie’s first two tips on how to help heal your body in Episode 128.

Tips to Heal Your Body (continued):

3. Food is your supplement

4. Sourcing matters

5. Eat non-conventional animals

6. Look at ingredients, not calories

7. Fats are your friend

8. Focus ion whole foods

9. Sneak veggies into EVERYTHING

10. Meal prep can literally save your life

Find Natalie on Instagram: @thrivefamilywellnessaz

Becky P. recommends [Born to Run](Be sure you listen to Ep. 128 before you listen to this one. In Part 2 of this episode, we continue our conversation with certified holistic nutritionist, Natalie Postl as she shares more thoughts on how we can heal our bodies with food. Our hope is that after you listen to these episodes you’ll have some tips and tools to set some attainable goals that you feel will make the most difference in your life.

SHOW NOTES:

You can find Natalie’s first two tips on how to help heal your body in Episode 128.

Tips to Heal Your Body (continued):

3. Food is your supplement

4. Sourcing matters

5. Eat non-conventional animals

6. Look at ingredients, not calories

7. Fats are your friend

8. Focus ion whole foods

9. Sneak veggies into EVERYTHING

10. Meal prep can literally save your life

Find Natalie on Instagram: @thrivefamilywellnessaz

Becky P. recommends Born to Run by Christopher McDougall to add some insight on how to fuel your body.

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We hear how important it is to be our own advocate but what does that really mean? In Part 1 of this conversation we’re joined by our dear friend and certified holistic nutritionist, Natalie Postl. Natalie shares with us some of the lessons she has learned about listening to her body and how those lessons have impacted her cancer journey, as well as her overall outlook on life. In this episode Natalie also shares tips on how we can heal our bodies and those tips continue in Episode 129.

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SHOW NOTES:

Check out Episode 111: Your Body is the Least Interesting Thing About You (with Lauren Busby) [here](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/111-your-body-is-least-interesting-thing-about-you/id1438937435?i=1000491451009).

Natalie’s Tips to Help Heal Your Body:

1. Recognize the good you’re already doing.

2. Focus on the gut.

Check out Episode 129 for the rest of this list of tips.

Find Natalie on Instagram: @thrivefamilywellnessaz

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There’s no question that 2020 was a difficult year. As we step into the new year we discuss the importance of both reflecting on the past year and looking to the future with hope. Join us as we talk about what we learned in 2020 and how we’re determining what our intentions will be in the coming year. After listening to this episode, our hope is that you’ll feel inspired to take the time to reflect on the lessons that you, personally, have learned over the past year and then decide how you will approach 2021 in a way that feels right for you.

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SHOW NOTES:

Listen to Episode 015: [Weed the Garden](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/015-simplifying-life-weed-the-garden/id1438937435?i=1000426518552) to learn more about the brain dumping exercise referenced in this episode.

BP’s Goal-Setting Hacks:

1. Come from a place of love.

2. Don’t stack the deck against yourself.

3. Curate goals that give you what you actually want.

Becky P. highly recommends [Atomic Habits](https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1609880072&sr=8-1) by James Clear as a source of guidance in goal-setting and habit development.

Check out the [affirmation cards](https://bloomandbliss.co/collections/affirmation-cards) from Bloom and Bliss

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For this very special episode we simply want to share with you some of our most favorite Christmas songs. In the order they appear:

“Christmas Medley” by WILLIAM JOSEPH

@williamjosephmusic on instagram

“Finding Christmas” by GENTRI

@gentrimusic on instagram

Find their music at [DeseretBook.com](http://deseretbook.com/) or wherever digital music is sold or streamed.

“Amazing Grace” by BROOKE WHITE

@realbrookewhite on instagram

Brooke’s online Calico Christmas show was on Friday 12/18/20. You can stream it anytime until 12/25 for just $9/household or screen! // [https://bit.ly/ACalicoChristmas](https://bit.ly/ACalicoChristmas) // Her Christmas record “Brooke White Christmas” is available to stream everywhere.

“Mary Did You Know? / What Child is This?” by ANDREW HIGGINS

@andrewhiggins_music on instagram

Andrew Higgins Music on YouTube

“Silent Night” by SPENCER MYLER // accompanied by William Joseph

@spencermyler on instagram

“O Holy Night” by THE BONNER FAMILY

@thebonnerfamilymusic on instagram

“All is Well” by CALEE REED

@caleereed on instagram

Find her music at [DeseretBook.com](http://deseretbook.com/) or wherever digital music is sold or streamed.

“Away in a Manger” by NICOLAS GIUSTI & GERALD CAUSSE

Find their music at [DeseretBook.com](http://deseretbook.com/) or wherever digital music is sold or streamed.

“Star Carol” by NATHAN PACHECO

@nathan.pacheco.music on instagram

Find his music at [DeseretBook.com](http://deseretbook.com/) or wherever digital music is sold or streamed.

“First Lullaby / Silent Night” by HILARY WEEKS

@hilaryweeksmusic on instagram

Check out “Live All In” so you can enjoy the past two years of music and the upcoming 2021 year of new music! // [https://liveallintoday.com](https://liveallintoday.com/)

We are so excited to have our friend and fellow podcaster, Darla Trendler, join us for this week’s discussion about how receiving inspiration and ACTING on those nudges can have a huge impact in our life. Darla shares with us some great reminders about facing opposition, finding courage, and being true to ourselves and the path we feel inspired to follow. Our hope is that, after listening to this episode, you’ll feel empowered to take the first baby steps to working toward those special things you are feeling pulled to do.

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SHOW NOTES:

Find Darla on Instagram at @spirituallymindedwomen and check out her podcast “Spiritually Minded Women” wherever you listen to podcasts.

Check out Darla’s free, non-denominational, email course called 5 Ways to Reimagine Prayer, which consists of short interviews Darla has done about different prayer practices. Sign up at [https://email.spirituallymindedwomen.com/5-waystoreimagineprayer](https://email.spirituallymindedwomen.com/5-waystoreimagineprayer).

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