In this episode, we’re diving into one of our most requested topics: creating meaningful connections with your kids as they grow into adulthood. We’ve talked about this before, but it’s a topic that never stops being relevant.

So many parents and adult children are navigating this transition, and we’re excited to share our insights, personal experiences, and some lessons we've learned along the way.

We discuss how to shift from a parent-child relationship into a friendship built on mutual respect, trust, and understanding. Plus, there may or may not be an impromptu Two Black Cadillacs singalong—because what’s a podcast without a little fun?

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The key mindset shifts needed to transition from parent to friend

✅ How to respect and support your adult children’s decisions (even when they differ from your own)

✅ The importance of celebrating your kids and showing up as their biggest cheerleader

✅ Why having your own fulfilling life as a parent helps strengthen your relationship

✅ How to create a space where your kids feel safe to share openly

✅ The role of boundaries, mutual respect, and leading with love

Resources & Links Mentioned:

🎙️ Previous episodes on adult kids & parenting transitions

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Hey, dear ones! 💛 Welcome back to the House of Joy podcast! I’m Dr. Edie Wadsworth, and today we are diving into Part 5 of the Build Your Dream Business series.

If you’ve been following along, you know that turning your dream business into a reality isn’t just about ideas and inspiration—it’s about taking bold, consistent action. So today, we’re tackling those roadblocks that hold us back: fear, overthinking, and perfectionism.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

✨ Why success isn’t built on perfection—it’s built on courageous, consistent action

✨ How to overcome fear and resistance that keep you stuck

✨ Five powerful, practical ways to start taking bold action today

✨ How small, daily efforts compound into big results over time

✨ The secret to staying committed, showing up, and building momentum

🎯 If you’ve been hesitating to take the next step in your business, this episode will give you the push you need!

💡 Plus, I’m sharing some behind-the-scenes action from my own business—how my team and I took bold steps just today to create a brand-new private podcast for this entire series! You can now binge all the business-building episodes in one place, along with a couple of bonus trainings!

📌 Get free access to the private podcast here: ediewadsworthcoaching.com/dreambusiness 

🎉 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, check out our Business Mentoring School—an incredible program with live coaching, mindset shifts, and strategy that will transform the way you grow your business. (For a limited time, you can grab it at a huge discount!)

👉 Join us inside Business Mentoring School! ediewadsworthcoaching.com/business 

(Dear friend, bold action is the key to unlocking your dreams. Stop waiting for the "perfect time"—the time is now! So before you close out this episode, commit to one courageous action that will move your business forward today.

💛 Let me know what action you’re taking! Screenshot this episode and share your biggest takeaway on Instagram—tag me @ediewadsworth & @houseofjoypodcast.

I can’t wait to see what you create!

Love you, mean it!

Dr. Edie 🎧✨

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Today on the podcast, I have the absolute pleasure of welcoming one of my favorite people in the world, Melanie Shankle. If you’ve ever felt the weight of your past, struggled with people-pleasing, or wondered how to heal from generational trauma, this episode is for you.

Melanie’s latest book, Here Be Dragons, is a game-changer. It’s raw, real, and full of the kind of truth that sets you free. We talk about the unexpected healing journey that writing this book took her on, the ways we try to manage our pain through overachieving and perfectionism, and how she’s found freedom on the other side of facing her own “dragons”.

This is a conversation filled with deep wisdom, belly laughs, and so much encouragement for your own healing journey. Grab your coffee and settle in—this one’s good! ☕✨

In This Episode, We Cover:

✔️ The powerful story behind Here Be Dragons and how Melanie found the courage to write it

✔️ How we both learned to break free from people-pleasing and perfectionism

✔️ The unexpected healing that comes when you stop hiding your pain

✔️ Why vulnerability leads to freedom (even when it feels terrifying)

✔️ The role of humor in navigating hard seasons of life

✔️ How Melanie’s journey has shaped her family, her faith, and her future

About Melanie Shankle:

Melanie is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and co-host of the hilarious Big Boo Cast podcast. She’s been sharing her heart and humor for years, and Here Be Dragons is her most personal book yet.

📖 Pre-order Here Be Dragons → Melanie’s Book

🎙️ Listen to The Big Boo Cast → Big Boo Cast

📲 Follow Melanie on Instagram → @melanieshankle

Links & Resources:

🔗 Join Life Mentoring School → Ediewadsworthcoaching.com/join

🔗 Follow me on Instagram → @houseofjoypodcast & @ediewadsworth

🔗 Subscribe to the Podcast → Apple Podcasts

If this episode spoke to you, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag us! We’d love to hear your biggest takeaway. And if you haven’t yet, be sure to pre-order Melanie’s book—it’s one you’ll want to read again and again.

Thanks for being here, friend. Here’s to healing, courage, and finding joy on the other side of fear! 💛

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Hey, dear ones! 

Welcome back to House of Joy! I’m Dr. Edie Wadsworth, and today we’re diving into Part 4 of our Build Your Dream Business series—one of my favorite topics: shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset in business and in life.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have enough—enough time, enough clients, enough resources—this episode is for you. I’ve been there too! But learning to cultivate a spirit of abundance has completely transformed my business and my life. It’s not about how much you have, but about how deeply you live. 💫

✨ How a scarcity mindset keeps us stuck in fear and lack

✨ Why abundance starts with believing that everything is happening for you, not to you

✨ The power of showing up as your most generous, courageous self—before you “feel ready”

✨ Practical ways to shift your mindset so you can build a thriving, joy-filled business

✨ How embracing abundance helps you invest in yourself, price your work confidently, and celebrate others

Friend, your business—and your life—flourishes when you operate from a place of abundance. And the best news? That well of abundance never runs dry because it comes from the One who supplies all our needs. 🙌

So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s step into the full, rich life God has for us—one of joy, generosity, and boldness!

👉 Hit play and let’s dive in!

🔗 Links & Resources:

📌 Join us in Life Mentoring School! → Ediewadsworthcoaching.com/join

📌 Follow me on Instagram → @houseofjoypodcast @ediewadsworth

Tag me on social media and let me know your biggest takeaway from today’s episode! 🎧💛

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Do you ever feel like life is just too much—like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? You’re not alone, friend. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into what it means to live light and free and sharing 10 powerful, practical ways to let go of the heaviness that’s holding you back. Whether it’s emotional baggage, mental clutter, or simply the weight of unmade decisions, we’re here to help you take off that heavy backpack and step into a life of more peace, more joy, and more freedom.

In This Episode, We Cover:

If you’ve been feeling heavy, stuck, or overwhelmed, this episode will give you the encouragement and tools to shift your perspective, take a deep breath, and embrace lightness in your daily life.

Resources & Links:

✨ Get instant access to our Made for More workshop: ediewadsworthcoaching.com/more

✨ Join us inside Life Mentoring School to dive deeper into creating a life of joy and purpose: ediewadsworthcoaching.com/lms

✨ Follow Dr. Edie on Instagram for daily encouragement: @ediewadsworth

✨Magnolia Parks book series: Amazon link

✨ Tecovas Gold Boots: Shop here ✨

Let’s Connect: Did this episode resonate with you? We’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, share it on your Instagram stories, and tag @ediewadsworth and @houseofjoypodcast with your biggest takeaway. And if you love the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps us spread more light and joy!

Thanks for being here, friend. Here’s to living light, free, and full of joy! ✨

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If you are ready to create more emotional resilience and regulation than you ever thought possible, join us LIFE MENTORING SCHOOL for Emotions month for $500 off our yearly price before the price goes up in March!

http://ediewadsworthcoaching.com/join

If you join, use code: LMS500OFF for the discount:)

If you like this episode, check out some of our other favorites here: 

Ep 204: Are You Satisfied With Your Life?!

Ep 241: How to Deal with Difficult People!  

Connect with us!!

Watch our podcast on youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFMNXmO9jv124EPno5B_Xw 

Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ediewadsworth

Instagram- @houseofjoypodcast

Edie's Instagram- @ediewadsworth

TikTok- @houseofjoypod

Learn more about Life Mentoring School: http://ediewadsworthcoaching.com/enroll

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In this episode, we are sharing five surprising essentials that have become non-negotiables in my daily wellness routine. 

From simple shifts to powerful mindset practices, these habits have helped me feel more energized, balanced, and joyful in midlife.

If you’re looking for fresh inspiration to elevate your health—without the overwhelm—this episode is for you! 

Tune in to discover how small, intentional choices can create a ripple effect of well-being in your life.

Xoxo, Edie and Emme

Episode Resources:

YL Beauty Glow: https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/myaccount/wishlist?listId=679b702dd87beb000aed4465&enrollerId=10441552&sponsorId=10441552&userName=Emaleigh  

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LMNT: https://amzn.to/40AONKv 

Protein Drink:https://www.instagram.com/reel/C69LZ-TgTDY/?igsh=cjIyYW96eDdsejlv

If you like this episode, check out some of our other favorites here: 

Ep 204: Are You Satisfied With Your Life?!

Ep 201: Are You Living the Fullest Expression of Your Gifts?!

Connect with us!!

Watch our podcast on youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFMNXmO9jv124EPno5B_Xw 

Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ediewadsworth

Instagram- @houseofjoypodcast

Edie's Instagram- @ediewadsworth

TikTok- @houseofjoypod

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In this episode, we’re diving into an essential but often overlooked part of entrepreneurship: growing your emotional capacity.

Whether you’re starting your first business, considering a new creative project, or simply looking to live a bigger, bolder life, this episode is packed with inspiration and encouragement to help you grow.

You’re capable of so much more than you think, dear one. Expanding your emotional capacity is the secret to unlocking your full potential.

If you loved this episode, share it with a friend! 

XO,

Dr. Edie

If you like this episode, check out some of our other favorites here: 

Ep 245: How to Break Limiting Beliefs & Say YES to Your Life!  

Ep 235: High Cortisol and Why It's So Important to Lower Your Stress

Connect with us!!

Watch our podcast on youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFMNXmO9jv124EPno5B_Xw 

Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ediewadsworth

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Edie's Instagram- @ediewadsworth

TikTok- @houseofjoypod

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It’s Thursday friends! 

In today's episode we are diving into a topic that has gained popularity over the last year and that is your nervous system and how to regulate it.

And to be honest, I may have a bit of a different take on the real way you can repair it. 

This episode was so fun and I know you are going to love it! 

Episode Resources: 

B Vitamins: https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/methyl-b12-with-l-methylfolate 

Magnesium: https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/methyl-b12-with-l-methylfolate

If you like this episode, check out some of our other favorites here: 

Ep 237: We Need Strong Female Friendships! 

Ep 226: The Power of Good Sleep!  

Connect with us!!

Watch our podcast on youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFMNXmO9jv124EPno5B_Xw 

Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ediewadsworth

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TikTok- @houseofjoypod

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In this episode, Dr. Edie Wadsworth kicks off her series on building a meaningful and impactful business. Whether 2025 is the year you write your book, launch your dream business, or pursue a big goal, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take the leap.

Dr. Edie dives into three transformative principles that have shaped her business and life:

1️⃣ Add Massive Value – Discover how focusing on serving others can unlock abundance and success, even when imposter syndrome strikes.

2️⃣ Honor What Matters Most – Learn how to grow your business without sacrificing your faith, family, health, or joy.

3️⃣ Be Your Future Self Now – Explore the mindset shifts and habits that help you create from a place of gratitude and abundance.

If you've ever felt uncertain about your next step or wondered if it’s too late to start something new, this episode will encourage and empower you to embrace discomfort, cultivate resilience, and live boldly into your purpose.

✨ Tune in and get ready to dream big, take inspired action, and create a business and life you love!

👉 Follow, review, and share to spread the joy. Let’s build something beautiful together!

If you like this episode, check out some of our other favorites here: 

Ep 245: How to Break Limiting Beliefs & Say YES to Your Life!  

Ep 235: High Cortisol and Why It's So Important to Lower Your Stress

Connect with us!!

Watch our podcast on youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFMNXmO9jv124EPno5B_Xw 

Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ediewadsworth

Instagram- @houseofjoypodcast

Edie's Instagram- @ediewadsworth

TikTok- @houseofjoypod

Learn more about Life Mentoring School: http://ediewadsworthcoaching.com/enroll

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