I Choose Life

Do you ever wish you could be more intentional with your time and energy? Becky and Mel talk about ways to do just this. As always, you get two different raw, uncut, and authentic perspectives. Things that may be helpful: A timer, a watch that tracks steps, exercise, etc., and a smart phone. Resources: Book---Non Violent Communication By Marshal Rosenburg PHD. Also, just in case you were wondering what Mel was reading--Too Perfect By Allan Mallinger MD & Jeanette Wyze.

Today Becky & Mel talk about Summer time. Its time to carry a summer time bag in the car for impromptu fun. What will be in your bag? Want some ideas of fun things to do with the kids or place to go? Mel & Becky have you covered.

Ladies, you dont want to miss this one. In fact, you can't afford to miss this one. Have you ever wondered "How do I know if I am dating a Godly man" or "Does he have good intentions for me" then we have you covered. Our friend Calveo Corbin joins the show as a guest in this episode about dating and love. Calveo is a single father of three children, ex-marine, entrepreneur in two business adventures and loves Jesus. Calveo authentically shares a world and Christian prospective of dating from his own personal experiences.

Becky and Mel dive in on a discussion about toxic positivity and its aftermath on people giving and receiving this new type of positivity. Toxic positivity is the belief that no matter how dire or difficult a situation is, people should maintain a positive mindset. It's a "good vibes only" approach to life. Why and how does stone start doing this? How can we not give toxic positivity and be a drag?

Know anyone that is going to have a baby or already has a new bundle of joy? In this episode, Becky and Mel discuss easy things to do that can help a new parent and things not to do. They discuss how to include the new baby in the relationships. They also talk about postpartum depression. Lastly, they also talk about great baby shower gifts.

Have you struggled to figure out where to start in your Spring Cleaning or can't seem to finish an area? If so, then this episode is for you. In this episode, Becky and Mel talk about the importance of Spring cleaning. Then they chat about great cleaning products to buy and use.

They also go over tips & tricks on deep cleaning & decluttering.

Is sarcasm your super power? Have you ever had someone use sarcasm around you or directly with you? You may have had mixed emotions about it? This episode talks about reasons people use sarcasm and why it can feel belittling. The hosts Becky and Mel discuss the difference between sarcasm & satire. They also talk about ways to deal with sarcasm whether it’s your super power or you are the subject of it. Lastly, this episode discusses what the Bible says about sarcasm. -Proverbs 26:18-19 ESV

Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I am only joking!”

-Ephesians 4:29 ESV

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.

-Matthew 5:37 ESV

Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything more than this comes from evil.

-Ephesians 5:4 ESV

Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving.

-Proverbs 18:21 ESV

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. -https://www.openbible.info/topics/sarcasm

Ever wonder why hope can seem delusional or not there for some people? Becky and Mellisa talk about this phenomenon and why hope is so important and can help during challenging times. Furthermore, you may wonder what God says about hope. Well, Mellisa & Becky have you covered. They also give some insight how you might inspire kids or people in your life to have hope 💜

Ever wondered if you were enabling someone’s behavior. We have all enabled someone in some form. In this episode, we speak about the difference between supporting and enabling. We also discuss how to identify if you are enabling. Here are some questions to ask yourself:

a. Will this hold them back from taking responsibility for actions?

b. Will helping allow them to use/drink or continue behavior?

c. Will this prevent them from hitting bottom?

In this episode, we talk about how to complete a stress cycle which is a must by the way to prevent "burnout". This has made such a big impact on the both of us and the choices we make. If you have not heard of a stress cycle, you definitely want to listen as this is a new fresh way to look at stress, what it does and how to prevent it.