Deanna Stagliano appeared on The Bachelor before becoming The Bachelorette on Season 4. She is the kindest person I know and has a heart of gold. In this episode, we have a very candid, honest conversation about her time on the show, the events that took place and everything that ultimately lead her to her now husband, Steven. Everything in life has its' timing and as Deanna says herself, "God's better is better than my better." As she navigates motherhood with two children, COVID closures and homeschooling, her transparency is admirable and I can't wait for you to join us in this fun chat. 

Rest is an important part of human life but as believers we also have to be intentional with how we are resting our bodies, minds, and spirit to overcome stress, anxiety, worry and fear. Join me today as I dive into those three areas to discover God's peace in our lives. With overwhelming schedules, constant chatter and too many distractions to count, I hope you can listen in and begin taking the steps forward to finding peace daily. 

Food is a necessity for life but can also become a stronghold or a source of harm to our bodies. Tenley shares her personal experience, battling a health concern and symptoms without any relief or results to the cause, until she discovered a book of another woman's story to help her unlock the power of healing through a change of food choices. We discuss the importance of our food choices to better our well being and Tenley shares tangible ways to get started to a healthier lifestyle. Not by sacrificing, but by upgrading. 

As we raise awareness on the epidemic of human trafficking, this episode will bring to light the fact that it is all around us. How do we protect our own children and how can we help in assisting others? Amanda Florcykowski, author of Unraveled, shares her frightening story of how human trafficking and her life intersected one normal day at the grocery store and how she has turned that experience into a passion to equip other mothers while also becoming an abolitionist. 

I pray you listen and take in the dire need for us all to understand what human trafficking is, how prevalent it is, and how we can make a difference today. 

Raise your voice, and make it loud, on July 30th for World Day of Trafficking in Persons, to bring awareness to an evil that is running rampant and the millions of children entrapped in it. 

Prayer is an essential part for growth in any faith journey. In this episode Desiree shares ways to be intentional in prayer and encourages three things you can reflect on to begin praying boldly. 

Do you find yourself so busy you can't fit one more thing into your day? If so, now is the time to change that. More than ever God desires to be at the core of your thoughts and your heart, so listen in as I chat with Polly Payne-Willoughby from Horacio Printing on how to be intentional with our time and how to prioritize it to begin working on our spiritual growth. 

If there is an episode you don't want to miss it's this one right here! Bianca Olthoff, from The Father's House OC, joins Desiree in an important discussion on the topic of sex and intimacy. Whether you're single, in a relationship, or married, this episode will answer your questions on the biblical truths surrounding this topic, to redeem, restore and discover your worth in Christ. 

As we head into July 4th weekend to celebrate the freedom of our nation, Desiree shares a thought provoking message on the state of freedom within us. Discover God's grace and love through scripture and personal experience to set your heart and mind free. 

There has been so much going on in the world lately that Desiree hopes this episode will give you a dose of JOY to get you through any circumstance you're in! Desiree shares how to discover joy within and through the Holy Spirit as God guides you through the ups and downs of life. 

Desiree shares a heartfelt message and prayer for anyone experiencing infertility or infant loss. A topic that has been on her heart for years will touch yours as she prays for healing, peace and strength during this difficult time for many.