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Grief has a way of shaking everything, our routines, our emotions, and even our sense of self. When life hits hard, how do you keep showing up for yourself without guilt? How do you hold onto your health and well-being while walking through unimaginable loss?

In today's episode, I'm joined by my dear friend and longtime client, Jaime Winfree. Jaime has been on a health journey with me since 2020, seeing incredible results and feeling her best. But over the past two years, she's faced heartbreaking loss. Two being her brother's leukemia diagnosis (now in remission, by God's grace) and losing her dad after a long battle with ALS.

Jaime knows firsthand how easy it is to put yourself last in seasons of grief. But she's also learned how to extend grace, prioritize her well-being, and navigate loss without losing herself. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and choosing joy even in the hardest moments.

If you've ever walked through a season of loss or felt like you couldn't prioritize yourself when life got hard, this episode is for you. Jaime's story will encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's necessary.

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In this episode, I'm sharing a personal conversation about what it looks like to live well in the season you're actually in. Life doesn't always slow down the way we think it will, and many of us spend time waiting for things to get easier before we prioritize our health, habits, or happiness. But the truth is, every season comes with its own responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Instead of wishing life looked different, we can learn to be intentional with the season we're in right now.

I'm talking about what this season of life looks like for me balancing motherhood, work, and busy sports schedules and how I'm learning to prioritize the things that help me show up as my best self. This episode is an encouragement to stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start making small, meaningful choices that support your health, mindset, and overall well-being today.

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In this episode, I'm joined by my dear friends Rhonda Hunter and Sydney Smith for an honest, meaningful conversation about parenting in a way that cultivates lasting relationships.

I've known Sydney since she was in sixth grade and now she's married. Watching the relationship she has with her parents, along with the strong relationships Rhonda has with all three of her children, has always stood out to me. Not because it was perfect or easy but because it was intentional, honest, and rooted in connection.

Together, we talk about what it really takes to build healthy parent–child relationships over time, especially through the harder seasons. This is a conversation about choosing connection over control, repairing when things go wrong, and playing the long game of parenting.

This episode isn't about getting parenting "right." It's about building relationships that last through honesty, humility, and intentional connection. Whether you're parenting young kids, navigating the teen years, or raising adult children, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and hope.

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Parenting a 10 and 7 year-old comes with a new kind of weight and a new kind of growth. This season asks for different choices, deeper trust, and a willingness to do what's best for your kids even when it's hard.

In this episode, I'm sharing an honest, open conversation about what it looks like to find peace in the middle of everyday parenting. Not because everything feels easy but because your choices are rooted in intention.

Understanding the season of parenting you're in right now Making hard decisions that serve your kids' long-term growth Taking steps of faith even when parenting choices feel scary Loving your kids well for who they are now, not who they used to be

This episode is a reminder that peace in parenting doesn't come from getting everything right. It comes from presence, alignment, and trusting yourself as you grow alongside your kids.

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Last year I released this episode of my mom's story and it encouraged so many of you. I wanted to re-release it today as my mom is celebrating another year of being drug and alcohol free. This episode is incredibly special because I'm talking with my mom, Lynne Smith, to have an open and raw conversation about her journey with alcoholism and 28 years of sobriety. She has walked through some incredibly difficult seasons, but she is an overcomer. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope, and I'm so grateful she's sharing it with us today.

In this episode, we talk about:

How alcohol impacted her relationships and life The moment she knew she needed to make a change What it took to finally get sober and the challenges of early sobriety The role of support (or lack of it) in her journey How she handles triggers 28 years later The advice she would give to someone struggling with addiction today

If you or someone you love has struggled with addiction, I pray this episode brings encouragement, hope, and the reminder that change is possible.

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Spring break usually means travel days, long schedules, and kids who are hungry nonstop. When you're out of your routine, having a few reliable snacks can make the day feel a lot smoother.

In this episode, I'm sharing my top 5 pre-packaged, travel-friendly snacks I keep on hand for spring break. These are easy to pack, realistic for real life, and helpful for keeping kids fuller and happier on the go.

Mini beef sticks Smash Foods snack bites Lesser Evil popcorn and chips goMacro mini bars Greek yogurt with fruit

This episode is a reminder that snacks don't have to be perfect to be helpful. A little planning goes a long way when you're out of your routine.

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In today's episode, I'm sitting down with my friend Lauren, a mom of two and a realtor in our community for a conversation that feels both grounding and encouraging.

Lauren and her husband Greg were actually the realtors who represented the sellers of the home we live in now, which is how we first connected. Not long after, Greg invited our family to their church, the same church we've been attending for nearly four years. It's one of those reminders that God places people in our lives right when we need them.

This episode is conversational, honest, and real. We talk about Lauren's journey into real estate, how motherhood has shaped the way she works, and what it really looks like to balance career, family, and marriage in this season of life. Lauren shares wisdom she's gained along the way, lessons learned through trial and error, and encouragement for moms who feel stretched thin but still want to pursue meaningful work.

If you're a mom navigating career and family, wondering how to trust God's timing, or simply craving a conversation that feels like sitting down with a friend this episode is for you.

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This episode is a little lighter, a little more fun, and very real life.

Today I'm sharing a few things I'm genuinely loving right now, not because they're trendy or perfect, but because they support the season of life I'm in. These aren't sponsored and there's no code, just things that make my days feel a little happier!

If you're a busy woman, a mom, or someone who lives in activewear and appreciates tools that actually work with your life (not against it), this episode is for you.

The things I'm loving right now:

1. My Garmin watch – supportive, intentional, and helps me stay focused on my health without the constant distractions

2. JoyLab activewear from Target – affordable, flattering, great quality, and perfect for workouts, errands, and sports mom life

3. Breville Espresso Machine- amazing iced lattes at home? Yes please!

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We live in a culture that avoids hard at all costs.

If something feels uncomfortable, inconvenient, or requires discipline, we assume we're doing something wrong. We look for the shortcut. The easier option. The way out.

But what if hard isn't the problem?

In this episode, I'm challenging the idea that growth should feel easy and having an honest, tough-love conversation about what actually happens when you choose hard on purpose. In your health. Your relationships. Your career. And the commitments you keep (or don't keep) to yourself.

This is a direct episode designed to push you to reflect, stop avoiding the thing you already know matters, and take ownership of the choices shaping your life.

Hard isn't the enemy. Avoidance is. Choose hard on purpose and watch your life change.

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Being busy isn't the problem, being misaligned is.

In this episode, I'm continuing the conversation from The Pressure To "Do It All" Is Lying To You and taking it one step further. Because so many women hear that message and still think, "Okay, but my life is still really full."

This conversation is about learning how to tell the difference between a life that feels heavy and frantic versus one that feels intentional and grounded, even when your calendar is full.

We're talking about how to recognize when you're operating from pressure, guilt, or expectation and how to start choosing alignment without needing to overhaul your entire life.

This is a practical, honest episode designed to help you slow down mentally, get clear, and feel confident putting things into practice.

Questions to answer after listening:

If I stopped doing this, what am I afraid would happen? Am I doing this because it's meaningful or because it's familiar? Does this commitment serve the season I'm in right now? Would I choose this again today?

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