In the Meantime: Flourishing in a Fragmented World

We get messages about marriage from every direction. We know that marriage isn't like the romance we see in the movies so what does flourishing in marriage actually look like? Especially in seasons that are mundane, ordinary, and unromantic? Join us for a candid conversation about flourishing marriages in those seasons that are just kind of ho-hum.

Resources (may contain affliate links):

Bare Marriage Blog

Bare Marriage Podcast 

The Great Sex Rescue

*Gottman's "4 Horsemen" of relationship conflict

Created for Connection by Sue Johnson

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Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only.

We had the incredible privilege of sitting down with our friend Allie Golson for this episode, and you are in for a treat, dear listeners.  This one's for all the artists, the wanna-be-artists, the "I- don't-have-a-creative-bone-in-my body" types… whoever you are, we know this conversation will inspire and encourage you. Allie talks us through her songwriting and recording process and shows us how art at its best helps us connect with each other– and ourselves– in a deeper way.

Resources(may contain affilate links which means we may receive a small comission if you make a purchase):

Hopeful Suffering by Allie Golson 

A Million Little Ways, Emily P. Freeman 

Create Anyway, Ashlee Gadd

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

The nervous system is getting a lot of attention these days…but what exactly is it and what is the fuss all about? In this episode we talk with Dr. Kenzie Schouten, owner of Vera Chiropractic, to discuss some of these questions. We cover an overview of the nervous system, what symptoms of dysfunction look and feel like in the body, and how we can support our bodies for optimal health. Dr. Kenzie's speciality is in pediatric care, so she also shares some insight into how chiropractic care influences infants and children.

Connect with Dr. Kenzie on instagram @verachiropractic

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only.

How would you define your relationship with your very own body? Amiable? Hostile? "It's complicated??" No matter how you'd answer that question, chances are, fellow female, you've got some thoughts and feelings about your body and all the physical changes we routinely experience as women across our lifespan. In our modern world, we're privy to endless amounts of marketing that seeks to influence those thoughts and feelings, for better or worse. May this honest conversation about the joys and challenges of loving our ever-changing female bodies add a little hopeful realism to the pot, and gently encourage you– wherever you may be on the journey.    

Resources:

Article: A Living Sacrifice

Breaking Free from Body Shame by Jess Connolly

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Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

Meal planning: there is a wide variety of feelings on this topic but the reality is that everyone has to do it in some form or another. No matter where you land in your feelings towards it we hope to inspire you to flourish in your pursuit of nourishing you and your family. Join us this week as we discuss what meal planning has looked like for us and give some of our best tips and tricks in this area.

Resources Mentioned:

Lazy Genius Kitchen 

Instacart+

Get up to $30 off an Instacart order with code MMCVICKER1391BC

Bountiful Baskets

Farmhouse on Boone - anti meal planning tips

Meal Planning Spreadsheet (this isn't the exact one Leslie mentioned, but it's close and maybe better!)

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

The nervous system is getting a lot of attention these days…but what exactly is it and what is the fuss all about? In this episode we talk with Dr. Kenzie Schouten, owner of Vera Chiropractic, to discuss some of these questions. We cover an overview of the nervous system, what symptoms of dysfunction look and feel like in the body, and how we can support our bodies for optimal health. Dr. Kenzie's speciality is in pediatric care, so she also shares some insight into how chiropractic care influences infants and children.

Connect with Dr. Kenzie on instagram @verachiropractic

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only.

They say the only constant in life is change. So why is it SO HARD every time it happens? Now that "back to school" season is upon us it's time for a discussion on what flourishing in transition actually looks like. Join us for this week's episode as we discuss how change affects the whole family and what you can do to encourage flourishing in your home during times of transition.

Resources Mentioned (contains affilate links. we may receive a small commission if purhcases are made):

The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman 

The Next Right Thing Journal

How to Keep House While Drowning

Dry erase calendar

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

It's all about being productive…or so our society says.  What do we even mean by productivity, and does our concept truly support human flourishing?  How did we get here?   We've definitely got some questions and concerns. Join us as we engage in some cultural commentary, share personal anecdotes, and consider human productivity in a way that promotes flourishing for all.

Resources Mentioned (*may contain affilate links):

Turning of Days by Hannah Anderson

In Good Time by Jen Pollock Michel

Real Life Loading Podcast: Interview with Jen Pollock Michel

How Gardening Makes Us More Human with Michelle Mahler

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

Have you ever been scared to cough or laugh too hard? If we asked you to go jump on the trampoline right now, would you do it? Or better yet, could you do it without any unfortunate accidents? This week we're diving into pelvic floor health, a topic that we believe should never be taboo and given way more attention than it is among women. Join us for an interview with Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist, Kristen Stelzer, as she gives us the rundown on a healthy pelvic floor and why it is so important to your flourishing.

Resources Mentioned:

Herman & Wallace 

Expecting and Empowered Website and Instagram

The Vagina Whisperer Wesbite and Instagram

Get Mom Strong Website and Instagram

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only. 

This week we finish up the emotional awareness converstaion. We talk about The Change Triangle as a way to process emotions and how this movement towards emotional health has played out in our personal lives. 

Resources (contains affiliate links):

It's Not Always Depression by Hilary Jacobs Hendel

The Change Triange by Hilary Jacobs Hendel

Widen the Window by Elizabeth Stanley

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @flourishinginthemeantime

Website: www.flourishinginthemeantime.com

Disclaimer: Kelsey and Leslie are Counseling Interns, however, the content provided by them on this podcast is not specific counseling advice and not a substitute for individual counseling. The content presented here is for informational purposes only.