Hey, Sister!

Rachel Nielson, host of 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms, shares writing strategies with sisters Courtney and Carley in this episode all about the importance using writing as a tool to process emotions, remember fleeting, happy moments and convey messages in an impactful way. Leading with a hook, including sensory details, the “show me don’t tell me” philosophy, journaling with pen and paper versus digitally and so much more are covered in today’s episode. Join the sisterhood for this motivational writing class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action

“My call to action for you is to write down a fleck of gold from every day this week. If it's on a sheet of typing paper or a spiral notebook, it doesn't matter. Start looking for those flecks of gold and write one down each day and see how it changes the way that you think about your motherhood.”-Rachel Nielson

Resources: 

• Visit 3in30podcast.com/flecksofgold to get your own Flecks of Gold journal. (Listen at 30:30 mark to hear the custom discount code for the Hey, Sister! Community)

For prior episodes in the Back to School Series, check out the following links to Hey, Sister! Episodes (and be sure to come back for Home Economics next week in Episode 49)

• Episode 42 Rub Some Dirt in it! // Kathleen Mooney (Science) 
• Episode 43 Sound of Music // Maren Paris Cline (Music)
• Episode 44 Mind over Money // Mikayla Ockey (Math)
• Episode 45 Let’s get Physical! // Mary Eagan (PE)
• Episode 46 She Knows the Drill // Adriana López (Shop)
• Episode 47 History is Her Story, Too! // Alli Roper (History

For more journaling tips from Rachel Nielson listen to 3 in 30 Takeaways for Mom episode 002

• 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms Ep 002 Easy Ways to Capture Memories of Motherhood // Laura Webb
• https://3in30podcast.com/journaling/

Connect with Rachel

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/3in30podcast/

3in30podcast.com

Connect with Hey, Sister!

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://heysisterpodcast.org

Show Timeline

0:00 Introduction of guest and topic

4:15 Rachel’s experiences as an English student

7:15 Writing advice: show me don’t tell me, focus on stories, using creative hooks

9:45 Flecks of Gold journal inspiration: specific moments, time-hop element, including sensory details

12:45 Swapping journaling moments: Harry Potter, the tuba and adorable niece chatter “will you be my best friend forever?”

16:45 Journaling for self vs. posterity

18:45 Daily recording (journaling) vs. annual accounts (annual birthday letter to family members, Christmas cards)

21:15 Handwriting vs. typing (slowing down your brain vs. keeping up with your brain)

22:00 Courtney’s oversharing tendencies: journaling on Facebook pros (keeping extended family updated all at once) and cons (online safety)

25:45 Not one right way to journal! (Personal process and/or private sharing are both okay and serve different purposes) Burning journals? Benefits of keeping records of difficult seasons 

28:15 “The happiest people are those who realize they are!”

29:45 Connecting with Rachel, Call to action, concluding thoughts, outtakes

Alli Roper, host of Wiser World Podcast, joins sisters Courtney and Carley for an uplifting conversation about the importance of learning world history. The freeing nature of curiosity and the benefits of thinking critically are discussed as Alli shares 3 engaging stories about “hidden” historical figures in past and modern times. Tune in for this enlightening world history class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action

“Practice intellectual humility. Ask a lot of questions. I think it can be a benefit for our own personal lives, as well as influencing our community at large.” -Alli Roper 

Start by asking questions about and researching one culture or location you’ve always been intrigued by. Not sure where to start? Visit Alli’s Wiser World podcast for recent episodes about the past 100 years in various countries. 

Episodes available on all streaming networks or at  https://wiserworldpodcast.com

Referenced Resources

Hey, Sister! Math Class 

Thai Soccer Team Rescue story resources

• Book “All 13”
• Documentary National Geographic “The Rescue” (available on Disney+)
• Movie “Thirteen Lives” (available on Amazon Prime)

Connect with Alli

https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/

https://wiserworldpodcast.com

Connect with Hey, Sister!

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://heysisterpodcast.org

Show Timeline

0:00 Introduction of guest and topic

5:45 Childhood experience with learning history

7:30 The positives of learning history as an adult: no timelines, no test, freeing to be curious, gain perspective

12:45 Remembering “hidden” people in history

16:15 History lesson #1 Constantine’s mother Helena (300 AD)

19:45 History lesson #2 Thai soccer team rescue (2018-recent history), discussion on the influence and natural instinct of women 

28:15 History lesson #3: Kasturba Gandhi (early 1900s), non-violence movement based on her nature

33:15 Don’t be afraid of complexity and nuance, think critically

37:00 Call to action, concluding thoughts, social media information, outtakes

DIY sensation Adriana López joins sisters Courtney and Carley to discuss woodworking, the value of using power tools and the joy in discovering the potential of a scrap piece of wood. Tune in for this motivational “atta-girl” Shop Class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action:

“I challenge all our sisters for this week to go find your drill! Learn how to do one thing with it, whether it's screwing—putting a screw into something—or drilling a hole in the wall to hang something. Learn how to use that drill because it will change your life! You will not have to rely on anyone to hang a picture for you.” 

-Adriana López

Resources:

Links to previously covered Back-to-School topics/episodes

• Science (gardening)
• Music 
• Math (budgeting)
• PE (fitness)

Links to Adriana’s Videos and Recommended Products

• Drill resource video
• Using tape to hang objects video
• Adriana’s recommended starter drill (includes battery and bits) 

Connect with Adriana

• https://www.instagram.com/texasdiymama/
• https://www.pinterest.com/texasdiymama/

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast

• https://heysisterpodcast.org
• https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/
• https://www.facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Show Timeline:

0:00 introduction of guest expert and topic

6:15 Childhood exposure to woodworking and construction “if you have the right tool you can pretty much do anything!”

9:15 Crucial shop lessons for women today: “a drill is your best friend!”, attachments for everything 

12:30 Adriana’s motto: “Beautiful takes time”, Jesus was a carpenter, Courtney’s struggle with other mottos “Any job worth doing is worth doing right” vs. “Done is better than perfect”, Carley’s thoughts that beautiful means adding value, God’s timing

17:00 Lessons from making a stool: 1) Don’t DIY when you’re exhausted 2) always make pocket holes first 3) Learn to laugh at your mistakes. There is nothing in DIY that can’t be fixed

19:30 Call to action

22:00 Favorite projects, final words of inspiration, concluding thoughts, outtakes   

Ready, Set, Go! Personal and Group Fitness Trainer Mary Eagan of Akin Fitness in Western Oklahoma joins Courtney and Carley for this inspirational episode about the importance of movement in our daily lives. Mary reminds the sisterhood to try new exercises and be aware of food intake. Tune in for this fast and fun PE class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action

Be honest with yourself regarding your health status. Journal your food intake for 2-4 weeks. Assess your steps and activity level. (This is a crucial first step to recognize trending food/energy habits in order to make realistic health goals and adjustments)

Show Timeline

0:00 Introduction of monthly theme, topic and guest expert

3:45 Similarities and differences between childhood PE vs health as an adult; movement is not optional

5:45 Oxygen mask analogy; fitness helps us think more clearly + have energy/strength

6:15 Exercise time amounts; fear of losing energy as an excuse to not exercise (not true!)

10:00 Mary’s health and fitness mottos: “it’s okay to be uncomfortable”, “live with passion”, “I’m so grateful I never quit”

11:45 Mary’s ongoing research about neurology + fitness; skipping and reading correlation

14:00 Mary’s most intense physical undertaking—“Dominate the 48” (David Goggins)

16:30 Call to action, trending habits discussion, concluding thoughts, outtakes

Referenced Episodes

Hey, Sister! Science Class: Ep 42 Rub Some Dirt In It // Kathleen Mooney

Hey, Sister! Music Class: Ep 43 Sound of Music // Maren Paris Cline

Hey, Sister! Math Class: 44 Mind over Money // Mikayla Ockey

Referenced Videos, Links and Resources

Mary Removing/Putting on Shoes Challenge

Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins

Food Tracking Websites/Apps

• https://www.myfitnesspal.com
• https://cronometer.com

Connect with Mary Eagan of Akin Fitness

https://akinfitness.com

https://www.instagram.com/akin_fitness/

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast

https://heysisterpodcast.org

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Budgeting expert and Centsei Financial co-founder Mikayla Ockey joins Courtney and Carley to discuss the emotional tie between behaviors and budgeting. Budgeting trends and pitfalls are discussed and personal experiences swapped in this episode all about putting data over drama. Tune in for this emotion-based Math class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action

Answer the following 3 questions to increase awareness of personal spending behaviors

1. How did your parents or guardians use money and how did it affect you? 
2. When you left home and you were on your own for the first time, how did you use money?
3. How does money affect you when you’re stressed?

Resources 

Listen to the Hey, Sister! Back to School Music Class Episode

Listen to the Hey, Sister! Back to School Science Class Episode

Connect with Mikayla/Centsei Financial 

https://www.centseifinance.com (free budgeting course + weekly emails with tips)

https://www.instagram.com/centseifinancial/

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast

https://heysisterpodcast.org

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Show Timeline

0:00 Introduction to Mikayla, founding Centsei Financial, money/marriage problems

 7:00 Comparison is the thief of joy, get clear on priorities, getting out of debt, preliminary emergency fund, understand emotional aspects of spending

9:45 The most important lesson: breaking the misconception that only math-lovers can budget, 80/20 rule of budgeting (80% behavior, 20% number crunching) 

11:45 3 questions that will bleed into all aspects of financial planning (see call to action); goals tied to emotions

15:00 Budgeting goals (feeling peace and confidence is the goal—not just “having $1000 in the bank”), first budgeting talks in marriage, timing is everything

18:15 Data over drama; avoid blame game

23:00 When one partner spends money outside of planned budget; re-evaluating goals, timeline, his/her fund

27:15 Budgeting roadmaps are personalized for your journey; destinations and timelines are different 

28:45 Inflation and avoiding budgeting

31:45 Call to action, concluding thoughts, outtakes 

The lovely and talented world-touring musician Maren Paris Cline joins Courtney and Carley to discuss the value of music in our daily lives. Maren recounts the benefits of having a music-infused childhood and shares her intentional efforts as an adult to utilize music as an inspirational power in her life. Tune in for this epic Music Class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action: 

1. Allow yourself to intentionally bring in those things that bring you joy--you know what they are (it may not be music and that’s okay!)
2. Observe how you use music in your life—past, present and future

Resources: 

Harvard Health Blog “Why is Music Good for the Brain?”

Three Reds “Danny Boy and Molly” featuring Alex Sharpe

Hi Five Live Video featuring Three Reds

Hey, Sister! Episode 28 about child birth preferences: 

Connect with Maren and Three Reds:

@emparis.media on Instagram

@three_reds on Instagram

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast:

heysisterpodcast.org

@theheysisterpodcast on Instagram

facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Timeline:

0:00 Introduction of topic and guest expert/Music teacher, childhood exposure to music

7:45 Utilizing music as an adult (study-aid, neurologic research on music, recognizing the impacts of lyrics)

11:15 Prioritizing music, art for art’s sake, taking 5-10 minutes to enjoy music

13:30 Benefits of learning a new instrument/practicing music as opposed to listening

17:00 Courtney’s stories about practicing piano as an adult and attending a musical performance and the emotions it evoked

19:15 Intentionally making time for music, creating for ourself, not every hobby needs a financial benefit, bask in joy of music

21:30 Children want to play, play with adults, play with an instrument, play with anything out-of-reach/off-limits

23:00 Maren’s motto: music is the language that reaches everyone and touches everyone, Japanese mission experience, unite the world through music

24:15 Language/children tangent; “it’s easier after the 3rd” philosophy

26:15 Concluding thoughts, call to action, social connection links, outtakes

Behind the scenes outtakes from Episode 42 Rub Some Dirt in it! with Kathleen Mooney

We just can't get enough of our science teacher for the Hey, Sister! Back to School series. If you enjoyed the life sciences/gardening lesson from Ep 42, join us for a few more stories from the life of our new favorite science teacher. 

YouTube farm and garden sensation Kathleen Mooney joins the Hey, Sisterhood to share gardening tips and tricks you’ve never heard before. Kathleen’s contagious can-do spirit combined with her southern charm will motivate you to learn more about the world around you and the food you consume.  Tune in for this epic Science Class; part of the Hey, Sister! Back to School series, airing August-September 2022. 

Call to Action: 

Part 1: Watch 3 of Kathleen’s YouTube videos so you can feel more confident in beginning (or continuing) your gardening journey.  Pick any 3 videos here. 

Part 2: Visit your local farmer’s market

Part 3: Try to garden; start small and don’t be intimated by the failure stories from friends.

Resources: 

Learn more about Kathleen’s eclectic hill country getaway, her family owned and operated farm, and farm-to-table organic condiments and spreads at:  

• EIEIOTX.com
• EIEIO YouTube Channel
• Instagram @eieiowimberley

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast Online:

• heysisterpodcast.org
• Instagram @TheHeySisterPodcast
• facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

EIEIO Videos Recommended during episode 42: 

• Hoe-No-Mo 
• Plant by the Moon
• Old Fashioned Bug Control 
• Composting 101

Timeline:

0:00 Introduction, Kathleen’s background

8:45 Kathleen’s science/gardening lesson begins (ground preparation—all about the soil)

12:00 Planting by the Moon (starters before a full moon, seeds after the full moon)

14:45 Learning old tricks (old fashioned bug control + bunnies in the greenhouse)

18:15 Composting (bucket outside back door) coffee grinds + eggshells = essentials. No dairy, no meat, no bread. Nothing that would attract ants. 

22:45 Courtney’s garden fail and $70 cucumbers

24:00 No gloves while gardening

25:30 Eating fresh vegetables, farmer’s markets, CSA, God’s Pharmacy

32:45 Mayonnaise story

38:30 Health as an octogenarian, medicinal qualities of herbs and weeds, fresh meat

42:45 Call to action, concluding thoughts, outtakes

Embarrassing stories from school days are swapped among sisters Courtney, Carley and Cassidy as the new Back to School series kicks off! Unintentional dirty jokes, failed fence-scaling attempts, snot rocket sneezes and more are shared in this conversational podcast. This is the first episode in the back to school series, airing Aug-Sep 2022. 

Call to Action: 

Come back and join us for our back to school curriculum with classes as they apply to the life of a busy, modern woman! Classes/episodes will include topics such as: life sciences/gardening, physical education, math/budgeting, music appreciation, history, writing, shop, and more!

Resources:

Episode 9: Hot Mess Express 

https://heysisterpodcast.org/9-hot-mess-express/

Episode 36: Babysitters Club

https://heysisterpodcast.org/36-babysitters-club/

Episode 4: Quiet Your Mind

https://heysisterpodcast.org/4-quiet-your-mind-lyndi-laws-cristello/

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast Online:

https://heysisterpodcast.org

https://www.instagram.com/theheysisterpodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/heysisterpodcast

Timeline: 

0:00 Introduction

2:15 Courtney’s middle school drama story

5:45 Carley’s embarrassing band story

10:15 Cassidy’s embarrassing tennis story, snot rocket story

13:45 Cassidy’s flying paper story

14:45 Courtney’s snowy bus catching story

18:45 Carley’s reflections on series of awkward moments (boy’s pants, garage sales)

20:15 Courtney’s teacher evaluation gone wrong story

24:30 Carley’s dance off story

25:45 Cassidy’s encouragement to own embarrassing moments

27:30 Concluding thoughts, outtakes

All things hair are discussed in this open and slightly awkward sisterly chat about hair on the female body. This episode starts with a motivational story about donating hair to a worthy organization, then takes a surprising turn as the sisters swap opinions about the choice to groom or embrace hair growth on the eyebrows, legs, armpits and bikini area. This episode is part of the summer hot topics series, airing June and July 2022. 

Call to Action: 

1. Share your approach to managing body hair with Hey, Sister! Send a DM on Instagram here 
2. Watch The Princess Diaries (available on Disney+)

Resources: 

Where did Carley donate her hair? 

• Children With Hair Loss website 
• Children With Hair Loss instagram 

Carley’s favorite Albion-dupe swim skirt on Amazon

Connect with Hey, Sister! Podcast Online:

Hey, Sister! Website

Hey, Sister! Instagram

Hey, Sister! Facebook

Show Timeline: 

0:00 Introduction

1:30 Carley talks about the hair donation process

5:45 Courtney introduces the IPL as an effort to rid her body of unpleasing hair

8:45 Parable of Naaman and Elisha

11:15 Discussion about cultural hair-free expectations

14:15 Eyebrows, humility vs low self-esteem

16:45 The Princess Diaries and makeover scenes, embrace confidence 

18:00 Call to action

18:30 Amazon swimsuit information

19:15 Concluding thoughts, teaser for next week’s episode, outtakes