Girl On A Hill

When did fun become an afterthought? We’re stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck in our routines—but we need fun more than ever. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why fun isn’t frivolous, how it helps us be more present and balanced, and how to rediscover the joy we’ve lost. We’re sharing why we need it - and, more importantly, how to get it. From childhood favorites to new adventures, it’s time to say yes to fun again. Get ready for practical ideas, fresh inspiration, and a reminder that fun isn’t just for kids—it’s a vital part of a life well-lived.

Stories shape us, connect us, even heal us. They build empathy, bridge divides, and help us make sense of the world. But great storytelling isn’t just for writers—it’s for all of us. In this episode, we explore how stories teach, inspire, and transform, and why paying attention to the small moments in life can make us better storytellers and better people. Stories are everywhere—if we’re present enough to notice them and brave enough to share them.

So many of us are settling. Settling for what we know. What feels safe? What feels comfortable? Why? Because we’re afraid to take a risk. Today, we’re getting honest about why taking a risk may be exactly what we need.

We talk about leaving our comfort zone, confronting our fears, and daring to dream about the life we truly want. We’re making small changes, trying new things, and learning that failure isn’t a world-ender. We can do hard things and discovering just how much growth and joy lie on the other side of fear.

Welcome to a brand-new series where we’re diving into the things we all need more of in our lives – starting with laughter. We all know it feels good, but did you know that laughter isn’t just a mood booster? It’s also a powerful tool for improving our health, easing tension, and strengthening relationships. So why aren’t we laughing more? Today, we’re confronting the barriers that hold us back—our wrong beliefs, our fear of being vulnerable, and the seriousness that creeps in all too often. We’ll explore how embracing playfulness and letting go of perfection can bring us back to the joy of simple moments. So, if you’re ready to let loose and invite more laughter into your life, let’s get started.

Today we wrap up our series on becoming a relaxed woman by digging into the concept of relaxing our mind. We may not always consider it, but our thought life is often one of the primary sources of our stress. We’re getting in our own way and it’s time to fix it. Today we’re getting real about our issues with control, the dangers of overthinking, and why it’s ok to have limitations. We cover a few more painful but necessary truths and close out the series with lots of tips as we make a conscious effort to take captive our thoughts in order to live the life we were meant to live.

In today’s episode, we dig into more reasons why we struggle to relax - because this rabbit hole is deep. (And honestly, it’s time to climb out of it!) Today we’re taking a look at our misconceptions about relaxation and how our wrong thinking gets in our way. We’re giving ourselves grace, letting go of negativity, and embracing our need for humility. And as always, we’re sharing truth and tips to help us put into practice the relaxed lifestyle we’re all yearning for.

We’re hard on ourselves. Relentless. Unforgiving. We push past our capacity and make our to-do lists miles long. And yet we wonder why we’re not relaxed. Today we’re getting to the root of why it’s so hard for us to ease up. We’re taking a look at our expectations, getting honest about perfectionism and guilt and exploring why we’ve glorified exhaustion. We weren’t meant to live this way, so we’re sharing truth and tips to guide us out of the endless hustle and into a life full of self-compassion, mindfulness, and a pace we’re able to sustain.

As a new year begins, we’re starting a series about the kind of woman we want to be: relaxed. Most of us don’t even know what the word means. The idea of becoming a relaxed woman may intrigue us - but it likely also scares us. Feels impossible. It may even make us feel ashamed - as though being relaxed is something we’re not supposed to be. We’re breaking it all down, getting honest about what gets in the way, and sharing truth and tips to help us work towards becoming the kind of woman who embraces rest, honors her limits, and lives life refreshed instead of frantic.

Hey everybody, it’s Bekki. The girls and I are spending one more week resting and taking time with our families, but as I thought about starting out a brand new year, one word kept coming to mind as I thought about my desire for 2025: Peace. We spend so much time on the podcast acknowledging our stress and the chaos we find ourselves settling for. We’re frantic and fearful - and yet continue to spread ourselves thin and work well beyond our capacity. What are we trying to do? To prove ourselves? To find joy and meaning? It clearly isn’t working, and we need to do something different. So today, we revisit the conversation we had last year about true peace - what it is and how to get it - how to LIVE it. And if you find yourself connecting with what we’re talking bout today, I urge you to listen in next week when our brand new series, The Relaxed Woman, begins. It’s a 4 part series that I couldn’t be more excited about (because I need it!) So, as this year comes to a close and a new year begins, I invite you to abandon anxiety, declutter your space and your heart, and replace some of that chaos with peace. Thanks for listening, and have a wonderful new year, everyone.

The expectations we place on ourselves and others loom large in our lives, creating stress, pressure, and resentment.

In today's episode, we talk about the strain living with unrealistic expectations creates. We share the harm the word "should" has caused and the absolute need for grace and an acceptance of our shifting capacity. We wrap up today's podcast by sharing a few truths to help us let go of the expectations that weigh down our hearts and steal our happiness.