This week on Significant Life, we're talking about un-circumstantial joy. What choices can we make in our attitudes when we face challenging circumstances. And how do we identify thoughts and perspectives that are destructive to us? "Check the fruit before you FREAK!"

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ALL-NEW :: Significant Life Foundation

Marcus and Jen have just launched a brand-new charitable foundation, inspired by their daughter, Addison, who was born with Down Syndrome, and deeply influenced by their work of advocacy and support over the past 20 years.

We believe every life is a precious masterpiece, and uniquely embued by God with intrinsic, incalculable worth. Every person has a powerful purpose, but not everyone has equal access to opportunities. And that's why we exist!

The Significant Life Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, dedicated to the empowerment of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into the full expression of their God-given purpose. We address the three cardinal concerns of adults and families living with these challenges: work, live, play. We champion interdependent residential living, meaningful work opportunities and integrated, vibrant social connections that create significant friendship connections.

Your tax-free donation to the Significant Life Foundation helps advance the cause of access to opportunities for people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families.

VISIT: SignificantLifeFoundation.org

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

@signficantlifefoundation

Raising teenagers and navigating the post-high school transition is chock-full of excitement and anticipation, as well as its fair share of challenges, set-backs and loss. In this episode, Marcus and Jen share the experience of this college-bound journey for their first daughter, Addison, who has Down Syndrome. What is possible? How do you process the decisions? How do you handle the rejections? What does showing up as a parent look like in faith and practice? That's our conversation today on the Significant Life.

Great resources we highly recommend:

https://thinkcollege.net/

https://theluckyfewfoundation.org/

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ALL-NEW :: Significant Life Foundation

Marcus and Jen have just launched a brand-new charitable foundation, inspired by their daughter, Addison, who was born with Down Syndrome, and deeply influenced by their work of advocacy and support over the past 20 years.

We believe every life is a precious masterpiece, and uniquely embued by God with intrinsic, incalculable worth. Every person has a powerful purpose, but not everyone has equal access to opportunities. And that's why we exist!

The Significant Life Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, dedicated to the empowerment of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into the full expression of their God-given purpose. We address the three cardinal concerns of adults and families living with these challenges: work, live, play. We champion interdependent residential living, meaningful work opportunities and integrated, vibrant social connections that create significant friendship connections.

Your tax-free donation to the Significant Life Foundation helps advance the cause of access to opportunities for people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families.

VISIT: SignificantLifeFoundation.org

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

@signficantlifefoundation

Raising kids is a SIGNIFICANT job, and can come with significant challenges. Today, we're talking about the process of launching our daughter to college, and all that came with that massive transition. We are discussing perspectives and strategies to not simply prepare life's path for our kids, but to prepare our kids for the path ahead. This conversation is relevant to parents of all ages and stages.

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ALL-NEW :: Significant Life Foundation

Marcus and Jen have just launched a brand-new charitable foundation, inspired by their daughter, Addison, who was born with Down Syndrome, and deeply influenced by their work of advocacy and support over the past 20 years.

We believe every life is a precious masterpiece, and uniquely embued by God with intrinsic, incalculable worth. Every person has a powerful purpose, but not everyone has equal access to opportunities. And that's why we exist!

The Significant Life Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, dedicated to the empowerment of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into the full expression of their God-given purpose. We address the three cardinal concerns of adults and families living with these challenges: work, live, play. We champion interdependent residential living, meaningful work opportunities and integrated, vibrant social connections that create significant friendship connections.

Your tax-free donation to the Significant Life Foundation helps advance the cause of access to opportunities for people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families.

VISIT: SignificantLifeFoundation.org

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

@signficantlifefoundation

This Season Three kick-off episode tackles one of the most challenging issues of life: Navigating Seasons of Suffering. Marcus and Jen return to the Significant Life conversation sharing honestly about their own recent journey through painful challenges, and offer hope in the process.

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ALL-NEW :: Significant Life Foundation

Marcus and Jen have just launched a brand-new charitable foundation, inspired by their daughter, Addison, who was born with Down Syndrome, and deeply influenced by their work of advocacy and support over the past 20 years.

We believe every life is a precious masterpiece, and uniquely embued by God with intrinsic, incalculable worth. Every person has a powerful purpose, but not everyone has equal access to opportunities. And that's why we exist!

The Significant Life Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, dedicated to the empowerment of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into the full expression of their God-given purpose. We address the three cardinal concerns of adults and families living with these challenges: work, live, play. We champion interdependent residential living, meaningful work opportunities and integrated, vibrant social connections that create significant friendship connections.

Your tax-free donation to the Significant Life Foundation helps advance the cause of access to opportunities for people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families.

VISIT: SignificantLifeFoundation.org

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

@signficantlifefoundation

In this podcast episode with Coach Krista Gilbert, you can expect an insightful exploration into designing a life rooted in faith while seamlessly integrating family and career. Krista shares her personal journey, offering practical wisdom on how to build a purposeful life that aligns with your values.

Get ready for discussions on the foundational role of faith, navigating family dynamics, integrating career aspirations, and practical tips for balancing it all. Whether you're facing challenges or seeking inspiration, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable steps to design a life filled with meaning and connection.

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

SUBSCRIBE NOW:

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

youtube.com/@SignificantLifePodcast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

Our daughter, Addison, does a Significant Life Podcast TAKEOVER this episode. We talk about what to do when we see others are hurting. And we discuss Addie's new personal podcast called, "Really Me." ( @reallymepodcast ) Click over there now and SUBSCRIBE. (https://www.youtube.com/@reallymepodcast)

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

SUBSCRIBE NOW:

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

https://youtube.com/@SignificantLifePodcast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

In this thought-provoking episode, Marcus and Jen delve into the challenge of PARENTING ON PRINCIPLE. It's far more than relying on rules, regulations, and prescriptions. We discuss preparing our children for the path, not the path for our children. This refreshing approach shifts the focus from an attempt to control every aspect of our child's life, toward surrender and service--becoming their mentor and coach.

We explore three key concepts essential to this parenting paradigm:

1. Point Your Child to a Relationship with Jesus: Guide your child towards a personal and meaningful connection with God. Life's foundation--the ROCK--is found in Him. Begin first by helping them develop a deep, intrinsic understanding of who they are in Christ.

2. Model a Life on the Rock: As parents, we lead by example. We discuss the significance of modeling the values and principles we wish to impart to our children. By living our lives on the Rock of Jesus Christ, we give them an example to follow.

3. Teach Your Child How to Think: Rather than feeding them a list of rules, coach them with the building blocks of how to make good decisions. This involves asking good questions, and developing critical thinking skills they can apply an any situation. Encouraging them to question, analyze, and make informed decisions fosters independence and resilience.

By embracing these principles, parents can raise thoughtful, Jesus-first children who can navigate life's challenges with confidence. Join us in this exploration of parenting grounded in values, and learn how to release control, becoming the ultimate coach in your child's life. It's a transformative approach that can leave a lasting legacy of wisdom, character, and faith.

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

Today, we have a special guest, Alexandra Kuykendall, who will share her insights on how to truly love and embrace your current life.

Alexandra Kuykendall is a renowned author, speaker, and advocate for intentional living. She has written several books, including "Loving My Actual Life," and is passionate about helping individuals find contentment in their everyday experiences.

- In this episode, Alexandra delves into the concept of "Loving Your Actual Life" and provides practical tips for listeners to apply in their own lives after she did a unique experiment in hers.

**Key Takeaways**

1. Embracing Imperfection:

Alexandra emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection in our lives. She encourages listeners to let go of the pursuit of an ideal life and accept the messy, imperfect reality.

2. Cultivating Gratitude:

Gratitude is a powerful tool for finding joy in everyday life. Alexandra discusses the value of gratitude practices and how they can shift our perspective.

3. Overcoming Comparison:

Alexandra offers insights on overcoming the comparison trap. She discusses the dangers of comparing our lives to others and how to focus on our unique journey.

Alexandra reminds us that loving our actual life is an ongoing journey. It's about finding contentment in the midst of life's ups and downs and learning to embrace the beauty in imperfection.

Visit Alexandra's website: https://alexandrakuykendall.com/

Follow her on social media: @alexandrakuykendall

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

Our guest today is Alisa Keeton--an author, speaker and founder

of Revelation Wellness. She shares her wisdom on embracing your body for its abilities, not just its appearance.

Today, we're talking about:

• the shift from obsessing over appearance to valuing the abilities of the body.

• how physical activity can be a form of worship and gratitude.

• challenging the cultural pressures of body image and perfection.

• the difference between obsessing over fitness and neglecting our bodies.

• practical tips on finding balance in our approach to physical health.

Alisa shares how Revelation Wellness integrates faith and fitness. She encourages listeners to view their workouts as an opportunity for worship. This episode is a powerful message about embracing our bodies for God's purpose and finding freedom in the process.

For more information about Alisa Keeton and Revelation Wellness, visit revelationwellness.org and alisakeeton.com

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

YouTube: @significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect

How can you live life like the "Lucky Few?"

In this special episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Heather Avis, a remarkable mother of two children with Down Syndrome and the visionary founder of ‘The Lucky Few.’ Heather shares her heartfelt journey, offering personal insights and experiences that shed light on the incredible worth of individuals with Down Syndrome.

We couldn't be more IN with Heather’s message of inclusivity, challenging stereotypes, and celebrating the unique talents and resilience of people with Down Syndrome. Join us for an inspiring and enlightening conversation with Heather Avis, a true champion of the extraordinary and the significant.

Live like the "Lucky Few."

Heather Avis is a shouter of worth and narrative shifter. Founder of The Lucky Few  and The Lucky Few Foundation. Heather is a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster (theluckyfewpodcast.com), speaker, influencer (@TheLuckyFewOfficial) and dedicated wife and mom. She is on a mission to make a more inclusive world in which everyone can belong. You can learn more about her, her family and her mission by visiting

TheLuckyFew.com

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NEW BOOK from JEN JONES NOW AVAILABLE:

"Divinely Different: Creating a Significant Life When the Way is Unexpected, Unwanted and Unknown"

Get it on Amazon: a.co/d/3KeZoUB

This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love.

VISIT: JenJonesDirect.com

YouTube:

@significantlifepocast

SOCIALS:

@jenjonesx4

@marcusjonesdirect