Selena Schorken, Social Media Editor for Entertainment Weekly shares the story of her career path from:

• Having Beth Moore as her mentor in her early career at Living Proof Ministries
• Her time pivoting and learning as a social media coordinator for Elle Magazine
• Now interviewing stars at red carpet events as the Social Media Editor for Entertainment Weekly
• Spending the month on set at Dancing with the Stars interviewing the cast

Key Takeaways:

• Why depth isn’t always cringey and can lead to incredible moments of connection
• The importance of trying, creating your own opportunities, and being a life-long learner
• How seasons of rejection can be used to create opportunities for your dream job

You can find Selena on Instagram @SelenaSchorken

Stop restricting and start honing in on your body’s satisfaction cues!

Megan Koistinen, lead registered dietitian and gastrointestinal (GI) nutrition expert breaks down the importance of the satisfaction factor in meals.

Key Takeaways:

• Why yoyo dieting and restricting doesn’t work long-term
• Why Gestational Diabetes is not your fault
• How to incorporating balanced meals with your entire lifestyle in mind
• The importance of enjoying food during the holidays

Resources mentioned:

• Myplate tool for balancing meals.
• Eatright.org
• Intuitive Eating by Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole

Contact Megan by emailing her at [email protected]

Want more intention and less chaos during the holidays?

In this episode you'll get ideas for:

• Meaningful decor that doesn't waste your money
• Traditions for gratitude, advent, gift giving
• How to serve your community authentically and relationally
• Conversation topics with your kids that point to Jesus

Kim Muhich is an active member of her community - serving within the church, local government, and on board with local organizations. 

Links mentioned:

• Bats halloween decor idea
• Thankfulness tree example from Target
• The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd Jones

Esther Casey, mom of 12 (My MIL!), answers all of my burning parents questions like:

• What did you worry about that turned out to not matter?
• What is was like changing so many cloth (!!!) diapers??
• How do I honor unique giftings and personalities?
• How do I prevent my daughters from comparing themselves to each other?
• What was your lowest point (ages of kids) as a mom? What got you through?

This episode will feel like a big hug and such an encouragement.

Kaitlyn Thibodeaux, Licensed Professional Counselor, shares her personal journey with infertility and post-adoption depression. This conversation is honest and hope-filled. (and fun!)

We also discuss:

• What mental toughness really is 
• The illusion of control as it relates to fertility
• Unique struggles moms face post-adoption
• How to support friends in the adoption process
• Hope, purpose, and identity in God.

You can follow Kaitlyn on Instagram @kaitlyn.moreau or at @counselorkaitlynt.

SNAP Assistance:

If you are a teacher feeling the strain of SNAP benefits ending, please message me @ldf.pod and Long Distance Friends will sponsor snacks for your classroom until snap benefits are restored. 

Mom of 4 littles and military spouse, Laurel Clark, opens up about the hard and the good of being a stay-at-home mom. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Home systems for getting out of the house faster with kids, prioritizing alone time, handling snacks, and more.

• How to communicate the mental load with your spouse and stay on the same team

• a renewed appreciation for the autonomy in our days

• Small (yet impactful) ideas to disciple your kids as a Christian mom

Resources:

Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters Erica Komisar

A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex by Morgan Cutlip

Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms Justin Whitmel Earley

A Blessing for the Body of a Child While Lying in Bed Justin Whitmel Earley

@busytoddler on Instagram

@thelazygenius on Instagram and the Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra Adachi

SNAP Assistance:

If you are a teacher feeling the strain of SNAP benefits ending, please message me @ldf.pod and Long Distance Friends will sponsor snacks for your classroom until snap benefits are restored. 

Retired U.S. Navy Commodore, Seismic Engineer, and Keynote Speaker Dr. Jennifer Donahue, teaches us how to use military tactics to engage and defeat the enemy in our minds.

In this episode you’ll take away:

• An action plan to overcome the negative voices in your mind
• Big-sister advice about leading in male-dominated fields

Jenn's leadership experience in high-stress environments as a combat veteran and female leader in male-dominated fields sets her up as the perfect person to inspire the next generation of leaders.

Resources:

• Pre-order Jenn’s book Becoming the Warrior: Harnessing Your Inner Strength to Silence Self-Doubt starting October 23rd 2025.
• Book Jenn for a speaking engagement
• Follow Jenn on Social Media

What I learned about my body, how to slow down, and my humanness. (I learned many lessons in my 20's.... but these are the ones I feel compelled to share!)

I discuss:

• The importance of being on a team to support mental health
• Staying disciplined in a pace of presence (take the slow lane! put your phone down when you wait in line!)
• Embrace your human limitations. Lean into the intimacy of limits.
• Having a relationship with your body motivated by love and not fear

Books Mentioned:

• To Hell with the Hustle by Jefferson Bethke
  
  
• The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
  
  
• Breaking Free from Body Shame by Jess Connolly
  
  
• Intuitive Eating by Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole

Owner of Marrow Design, Grace Casey, shares an honest and open-hearted reflection of her life and business. We discuss everything from her brain surgeries, to growing her family through adoption, to her recent sabbatical. 

A few highlights include:

• customizing your life and business to work for YOU
• The importance of listening to your body
• rejecting rest as laziness 

You can learn more about Grace at marrowdesign.com & on Instagram @marrow.design

WE'RE BACK, BABY! I'm talking all things summer recap -- from:

• Living in a camper for 32 days with a toddler and baby

• Moving across the country & house hunting in Washington state

• Showing up whole + healthy

• Season 2 topic sneak peek

Thanks for being here!