The Connected Life

House renovations can be daunting. They come with blood, sweat, and tears you didn't know you had the capacity to shed. They're expensive and time consuming, and, for anyone doing it for the first time, there's a learning curve and a lot of unknowns. But in the end, it's worth it.

In this episode Justin and Abi discuss the parallels between renovating a home and renovating your heart. They break down personal transformation in a practical way that helps everyone engaging the process feel supported through a better understanding of what to expect and how to go about it in peace and patience.

If you're developing and growing in your emotional health, this episode is for you!

The pathway to healing and freedom isn't easy, and it certainly doesn't happen alone. When our process is walked out openly and vulnerably, within community, our bravery has the power to inspire contagious courage in others, while liberating them at the same time.

In this episode Abi and Justin share a dramatically powerful healing moment that takes place publicly in the life of former guest Ryan Opfer. Through taking a major risk, Ryan finds himself unintentionally helping others while discovering he's loved and not alone in his process.

If you're looking for raw and authentic, it doesn't get any better than this.

Being honest with our family can sometimes feel more scary than any other people in our lives. The people that we care about the deepest are the ones we feel most terrified of being rejected by. But facing the fears we have with our family can be the catalyst to a life fully lived.

In this episode Abi and Justin sit down with their dear friend Courtney and her mom Katie. Together they share about the scariest parts of their relationship and the bravery they mustered to tackle the tragic loss that forever changed their lives.

Through truth and tragedy this mother-daughter duo found triumph, and so can you! If you're needing hope and inspiration for your life, you won't want to miss this episode!

People oftentimes wonder what the quick fix is to experiencing change in their lives. Although there is no magic pill, there is a fundamental component to the transformation process that gives people a guaranteed boost of momentum, and strength, that is rarely discussed.

In this episode, Abi and Justin sit down with their mutual close friend Ruth Outram. Together they discuss her scientific and practical understanding of personal development through group belonging and community exchanges. Abi and Ruth breakdown their shared experiences of leading groups of people through equipping and empowering individuals to be a resource for one another.

If you're wanting to create a fulfilled life, understanding the power of group relationships is a monumental must and this episode is for you!

Humans are naturally messy. The healing process is no different. For parents, It can be difficult to take an honest look at how their pain and actions have affected their children. Coming to terms with hurting the ones we love is never easy, but the first step to repairing a broken relationship is to find healing for oneself.

In this episode Abi and Justin interview Nina and Francois about their steps to finding wholeness and the impact it's having on their family. They share an intimate healing moment surrounding multiple miscarriages and how community has been a vital component to the success of their experience.

Get prepared to laugh, cry, and receive a fresh injection of hope no matter where you are in your process!

Life has a way of throwing us curve balls. For most of us, it's a rarity to be prepared for these unforeseen circumstances when they hit our lives. Many of us can find ourselves devastated with little hope of bouncing back. But, what if it was possible to have even an inkling of incite before bombs detonated?

In this final episode of the faith series, Abi and Justin are joined once again by their dear friend Pietze. Pietze shares about the spiritual insight she received that gave her the necessary strength and courage she needed to face the enormous bomb that dropped on her life. Together the three explore how the power of a few simple phrases, from a source greater than our humanity, can be the lifeline in our greatest trials.

If you or someone you care about is in need of hope, this is a must listen to episode.

Throughout history people from all walks of life have believed that they could gain insight into their future, as well as others futures through one means or another.

Many ancient texts are filled with prophecies regarding mankind. But what happens when we as humans have a direct relationship with an unconditionally loving Creator that wants to talk to us?

In this episode Justin and Abi are joined by Pietze, Abi's best friend. They take a critical look at the role of prophecy in life, dating, and marriage, while exploring freedom of choice. They discuss the messiness of learning how to hear God's voice and how they posture themselves after years of trial and error.

If it seems fascinating to hear about your life and your future from the one that created you, or you're trying to weed through past confusion in this area, this episode is a must.

For every bit of deconstruction of one's faith, there must be a reconstruction of something, otherwise the end result will only be demolition.

In this episode Abi talks to Justin about the foundational tenants of his faith that guide his life after reconstructing what he spent years deconstructing. He shares the truths he now holds dear and why they're so valuable to him. Together they invite you to discover what your foundation will be when everything has been torn apart and put back together.

If you're looking to build a life of faith that won't easily be shaken, this episode is a must!

The message often conveyed through religion is one of self-deprecation and unworthiness. A system of principles based on caring for others without regard for oneself leaves many people feeling broken, bitter, and burned out. Without a proper balance, people are bound to find themselves living a lifestyle of codependency and frustration or narcissism and elitism.

In this episode Justin and Abi address the lack of self-love within the message of religion. They explore how this lack of love creates a sense of self-abandonment. They discuss ways to live a balanced spiritual life, founded in self-love, that results in other-centered, servant-hearted love.

If you're needing a good detox from a belief system that minimizes the value of your life, this episode will help you find a healthy balance!

The journey to deconstruct one's faith can be filled with beauty and pitfalls. Some will find themselves reconstructing what was torn down, while others will leave their lives demolished and in disarray.

In this episode, Abi and Justin explore their own seasons of deconstruction. They discuss the ways their personal experience with the process liberated them and the ways they made messes in the midst of it all. They highlight the vital importance of grace and humility necessary to healthily walk through this kind of passage, while looking candidly at the potential outcome of walking away bitter and resentful.

If you're going through a hard season of faith, or you know someone who is, this episode is filled with hope, inspiration, and a roadmap to clarity!