In this episode, Jess opens up about what turning 45 has brought into focus for her, the beauty of self-acceptance, the power of imperfection, and the ongoing evolution that comes with age. She shares moments from her recent birthday and how they sparked deeper reflection on life, relationships, and the ways we show up for each other.

She talks honestly about the ups and downs of marriage,  especially the tough stuff like communication and unmet needs, and how those challenges can lead to greater understanding and growth. This is a conversation about embracing it all: the joy, the messiness, and the lessons we can learn from loving others and ourselves.

Chapters

00:00 - Intro

00:58 - Reflections on Turning 45

11:34 - Navigating Relationships and Expectations

23:34 - The Complexity of Love and Relationships

39:56 - Connecting Moments: Embracing Family Bonds

About Jess

Jess is a storyteller and seeker of meaningful connections in Texas by way of Baton Rouge, LA. Geaux Tigers!  With a passion for humor and authenticity, she explores life’s complexities and embraces each experience with wild grace. You can find Jess rearranging her room for the third time this month, designing the perfect outfit for an upcoming rodeo, or hugging a friend for way too long! She has been married to her Texas farmer for eight years, and the two have blended a beautiful crew of five children, ages 12-19. You can hear all about their marriage and world over at their joint podcast, Moving On Again. 

Together, the duo has set out to get ALL of the goodie from this life they have graciously been given! Deeper connections with themselves and others, an even stronger family, a bulletproof marriage, and a life you have to recover from in the end! Giddy up!