More Than a Milspouse | mindset, clarity, work-life balance, create a purpose-fueled life as a military spouse, Milspouse Mastermind

Hey friend,

It might be because you grew up in a particular location. Or because that’s where your extended family lives. 

But home is more than just a location. And It's more than the styling tips we follow to make our space visually appealing. Home itself is a feeling.

Last week we began a two-part series on turning a house into a home. We discussed how to make your space visually look and feel like home (without spending a bunch and time and money). On this week’s show, we’re talking about the intangible things that create “home.”

We dive into the rituals, traditions and actions you can take to create a sense of home, regardless of where you live and why it matters. And I give you three ways you can start being more intentional with the space you currently call home.

If you’re ready to love where you live, give this episode a listen!

LINKS

START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

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Hey friend,

But then it really doesn’t feel like your space at all. It feels like you’re living in someone else’s home. Or worse, like you're not actually at home at all. You grow frustrated with the space. And eventually it begins to affect how you feel not only about the house that you live in, but also the location you’re at, and the people you live with. You wind up restless, unsettled and longing for something different. 

What if instead you took the time to hang the pictures on the wall? Just doing a few simple things to make your space feel like home can make a world of difference for how you feel about an entire assignment…and it can ultimately affect your mood, your satisfaction and how you relate to others.

This week we’re beginning a two-part series on how to create a sense of home. Part one is all about how to visually make a space look and feel like home. What practical things you can do to create a space that is visually appealing (without spending a bunch of time and money)…a space that makes you feel at home.

If you’re ready to make your current space feel more like home, then give this episode a listen! 

MENTIONS

Kayla Maltese Photography

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

Picture Hanging Hooks

LINKS

START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

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How could your life look different, even if none of your circumstances changed?

Today’s conversation is with Jessie Ellertson, a National Guard spouse, mom of six, and life coach for military wives. Jessie shares her story of how a deployment, a podcast, and a dinner party led her to pursuing her purpose and doing the thing that lights her up – helping military wives navigate seasons of separation from their spouse due to deployments or trainings.

Connect With Jessie:

Simply Resilient

Simply Resilient Podcast

[email protected]

Mentions:

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country’s Foremost Relationship Expert by John Gottman

Links:

START HERE! Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

CONNECT: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

FREE LIFE ASSESSMENT: Assess which areas of your life are out of balance ->  https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

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Hi Friend,

Four years ago I felt stuck in a life I didn’t choose. I felt pulled in all directions. I didn’t love how I was showing up for my husband or my kids. I just desperately wanted to feel in control of my life and the direction it was headed.

Four years ago I started a simple daily habit that has transformed my life. No, it didn’t solve all my problems. But it did transform my outlook and the way I look at life. It impacted my relationships. It helped my mindset and resiliency. And it led me to do what I do today.

And friend, I want the same transformation for you. So today I’m breaking down this simple practice so that you too can start a journey of transforming your life in under five minutes a day.

Let’s do it!

Hey friend,

This tool will help you get started on a journey to clarifying what you want in life, knowing how to make a contribution and pursue a dream without sacrificing your well-being and what matters most to you, and then figuring out how to take the steps to move forward on your journey to purpose, meaning and fulfillment.

We’re going to dive into what this tool is and how you can use it today.

Because spoiler alert: The more you align what you do with what you say you value, the more satisfaction and fulfillment you will feel in life. The more that you will show up authentically as yourself and the more than you will move towards who you want to be.

Are you ready to get started? Let's go!

LINKS

START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

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Do you wish there were more hours in a day? Do you find yourself dreaming of what you could accomplish if you just had one extra hour? Or maybe an extra hour of sleep? Me too. ;)

Do you sometimes wonder if there’s a secret productivity hack you haven’t discovered yet? Maybe you just need to be more organized? Or maybe you should just accept that you’ll always feel behind on life?

Today we’re talking about how to break out of the cycle of over-commitment, create more time and actually do less BETTER. Spoiler alert, it comes down to prioritizing what matters most. (I know, you really wanted me to find you that extra hour in the day).

Let’s talk about what we need to prioritize, why it’s crucial to our health and wellbeing, and how to get started today!

LINKS

START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milspouse-mastermind-show-personal-development-work/id1555191004

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How many times have you asked about work from home jobs as a military spouse, only to hear, “Girl, join my team!"?

Most of us as military spouses have friends who are a part of some network marketing, direct sales or MLM company, and many of us have joined or at least entertained the idea of joining a company because we’d love to bring in some extra income without sacrificing flexibility and time freedom.

But can network marketing actually be a reliable source of income? Or will you end up just wasting a lot of money, time and effort trying to make it work for you?

This week I chat with Michelle Castro of the Growth Against The Grain podcast about how to know if a network marketing opportunity is a waste of time or something you should seriously consider as a military spouse.

We talk about whether all companies are created equal, things to look at before you join a company, what to do when your friend wants you to join her company, and how to avoid being on social media 24/7 to build a business.

If you are currently in the network marketing space or you have ever considered joining a network marketing or direct sales company to bring in extra income, this episode is for you!

P.S. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY

We’re giving away a free copy of the new book “What If I Name Her Grace?” By Chrissie Kenaston.

It details one military spouse’s journey to trading guilt for God’s grace. Do you find yourself easily frustrated? Does anxiety control your thoughts and you can’t seem to figure out how to “give it to God?” Then Chrissie‘s journey will speak to your heart!

All You have to do is join the FREE MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community: https://milspousemastermind.com/community

And you’ll receive five bonus entries when you leave a review of the show on iTunes: ttps://milspousemastermind.com/show

LINKS

Connect With Michelle

 Instagram: @hey.its.michellecastro

Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/networkmarketingmamas

Podcast: Growth Against The Grain

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community & BE ENTERED TO WIN->

Free Download: Loving Your Life Starts Here (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

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This summer has been a very difficult PCS season for so many military families. I’ve seen many military spouses stressed out over stuff and belongings and housing issues (and for good reason).

For new military spouses or those who have not moved in a long time, it’s easy to get caught up in trying to plan and execute the perfect PCS. Or at least minimize the number of things that will go wrong.

There is nothing wrong with properly planning for a PCS. But sometimes we get so focused taking care of our stuff, that we forget to take care of the most important thing – ourselves.

PCSing is a high stress event. And I don’t think there are enough people talking about how we can better prepare ourselves mentally and emotionally for the process. Stuff is replaceable. You, my friend, are not!

I’m popping in with a bonus episode this week and sharing my story of PCS health issues, in hopes that it reminds you to make sure you are taking care of yourself and your family this PCS Season.

I hope it blesses you!

Feel free to share this message with a friend who is moving.

P.S.

Don’t forget to enter our free giveaway to win a copy of Chrissie Keneston’s brand new book, What if I Name Her Grace?

You can enter simply by joining the free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community.

Or you’ll receive five bonus entries when you leave a review of the show on Itunes!

P.P.S.

You can hear my kids in the background on part of the episode. But I felt like sharing this message was more important than waiting until I had a quiet time set aside to record it.

LINKS

Episode 10: Preparing for a PCS: How A Major Life Event Can Knock You Off Your Game (If you let It) -> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/preparing-for-pcs-how-major-life-event-can-knock-you/id1555191004?i=1000517667391

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Loving Your Life Starts Here (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> http://milspousemastermind.com/show

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Do you ever find yourself feeling like you never quite got on top of your day? Your productivity was off, your focus was off, your emotions were off. You think to yourself, “Maybe tomorrow will be better.” But will it really?

What if I told you there was one thing you could do to ensure that you were starting the day off on the right foot? To own your day before it owns you.

What if I told you this one thing didn’t cost you anything, but could completely transform your day, your week, and, in my opinion, your life?

In today’s episode, we’re digging into what this one thing is and how you can start implementing it in your life today.

Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a work-at-home military spouse, or you have a normal 8-5 job, this one thing will work for you! 

P.S.

Don’t forget to enter our free giveaway to win a copy of Chrissie Keneston’s brand new book, What if I Name Her Grace?

You can enter simply by joining the free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community here.

Or you’ll receive five bonus entries when you leave a review of the show on Itunes!

LINKS

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: Loving Your Life Starts Here (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show

Listen on Google ->

What if I told you there was one thing you could do today (and every day) to strengthen your military marriage, your relationship with your kids, your friendships and your resiliency? And what if I told you that one thing was super simple to do. So simple, that we often overlook it.

A simple hack that is incredibly valuable to actually help us create the life we want and become the people we want to be.

Today we’re diving into what this skill is and how you can be more intentional about implementing it each and every day!

LINKS

Military Spouse Resiliency Toolkit -> http://spousert.wpengine.com

Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman ->

https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work-ebook/dp/B00N6PEQV0/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1623109874&sr=8-2

Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->

Free Download: How To Stop Feeling Pulled in All Directions & Prioritize What Matters Most  -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values

Free Download: Assess Which Areas of Your Life Are Out Of Balance -> https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel

Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> [email protected]

Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com

Connect -> [email protected]

Instagram -> @christineh

Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milspouse-mastermind-show-personal-development-work/id1555191004

Listen on Google ->