The Growth Lounge

In this powerful episode of The Growth Lounge, I sit down with Corree Roofener , who is so much more than her titles.

She’s a financial advisor coach, foster mom, nonprofit founder, and a heart-led leader who is challenging the way we think about money, purpose, and impact.

We talk about what it really means to trust your intuition and say yes to the things that stretch you—even when it’s uncomfortable. She opens up about her passion for helping people break out of the boxes they’ve been taught to live in, especially around finances. Her mission? To help others rewrite their money story, get clear on what actually works for them, and create a future that aligns with both their values and their vision.

And her heart for service doesn’t stop at business—she’s also deeply invested in supporting young adults who’ve aged out of the foster care system, helping them build life skills and a solid foundation for their next chapter.

✨ Inside this episode:

• ​How to trust yourself in seasons of uncertainty
• ​The courage it takes to do the hard (but right) thing
• ​Why traditional money advice doesn’t work for everyone—and what to do instead
• ​How to break out of the box and create financial strategies that actually fit you
• ​The power of using business as a vehicle for impact and purpose

This conversation is an invitation to think differently, live more intentionally, and lead with both wisdom and heart.

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Stacey—a former special education teacher of 28 years who left the classroom to follow a calling she couldn’t ignore. After attending a personal growth conference she couldn’t technically afford, Stacey returned home with a bold decision: she was going to retire.

With no clear plan and no financial safety net, she took a leap of faith. That leap led her straight into purpose. Now, through her work with Bridging the Gap Advocacy, Stacey stands in the gap for families navigating the often-overwhelming world of IEPs, ensuring their children receive the support and services they deserve.

We dive deep into:

• What it looks like to walk through fear with your eyes wide open

• How self-development can awaken purpose in unexpected places

• Why healing connects the dots in ways we never could’ve predicted

• The power of advocacy—and what happens when one brave woman says “there has to be more”

If you’re in a season of transition or wondering what’s next, this episode will remind you that courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s doing it anyway.

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In this episode of The Growth Lounge, I’m joined by the bold and brilliant Dr. Jennifer Cilino-Folks—aka The Maverick. With over 20 years as a Clinical Psychologist, a powerhouse 180 Method Coach, and a straight-shooting, humor-loving truth teller, Jennifer brings her signature no-fluff style to the mic.

We dive into what it really means to lay down the victim role, break out of the box of other people’s expectations, and reclaim your power—especially when life throws you curveballs. Jennifer opens up about her own personal transformation, including the healing journey from a lonely marriage to one built on deep trust and mutual growth.

This conversation is packed with wisdom for the high achiever who feels stuck, the woman who’s tired of playing small, and anyone ready to live with more authenticity, alignment, and freedom.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why letting go of the victim role is essential for healing
  
• How to stop living by someone else’s rules and create your own
  
• How stepping through fear and leaning into curiosity can open doors
  
• What it really looks like to live on purpose
  

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Cant wait to see you this weekend. Safe travels!!!

Love you my friend

✨ Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode of The Growth Lounge, Jessica dives into the surprising truth that anxiety and excitement often feel exactly the same in your body. You’ll learn the science behind why that is, how to reframe anxious energy into excited energy, and how to harness this shift for personal growth, faith, and freedom.

💡 Key Takeaways:

Anxiety and excitement share the same nervous system response.

The difference lies in how we interpret the experience.

You can flip the script by saying “I’m excited” and anchoring to your why.

Faith invites us to release anxiety and receive peace.

💫 Here’s how to flip the script in the moment:

1. ​ Name it. “This feels like anxiety, but what if it’s excitement?”
2. ​ Speak it. Literally say, “I’m excited.” Even if you don’t believe it yet.
3. ​ Anchor it. Connect it to the WHY—“I care because this matters. I’m growing. I’m showing up.”
4. ​ Breathe. Give your body a signal that you are safe. Long exhales help bring you back

🧠 Weekly Challenge:

When you feel nervous this week, pause and ask:

“Could this be excitement in disguise?”

Try saying “I’m excited,” breathe deeply, and step into the moment. Message Jessica on Instagram with how it went!

📖 Scripture:

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”

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Ever feel guilty for taking time for yourself?

For saying "no"?

For resting?

In this heartfelt episode, we're confronting the guilt that creeps in when we begin to honor our own needs—and replacing it with God's truth. You’ll learn how to let go of people-pleasing, recognize the enemy’s lies, and embrace the peace and rest your Heavenly Father wants for you.

You’re not meant to live burned out. You’re meant to live renewed. And today, we're releasing the guilt and receiving grace.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why guilt is often rooted in people-pleasing, fear, or old patterns—not God

• How the enemy uses guilt to keep you stuck in burnout

• What Jesus modeled about rest, boundaries, and time with God

• Why self-care is actually stewardship of your God-given life

• Scriptures that release you from guilt and invite you into rest

• A powerful way to pause and pray when guilt creeps in

📖 Scriptures Referenced:
🕊 “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
🕊 “Let your ‘Yes’ be yes, and your ‘No,’ no.” — Matthew 5:37
🕊 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9
🕊 “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

💛 Your Self-Care Challenge This Week:
When guilt shows up, pause and pray this out loud:
👉 “I’m not doing anything wrong. I’m honoring the body and soul God gave me. I release this guilt and receive Your grace.”

Then ask yourself:
➡️ Is this guilt from God or from fear?
➡️ What truth can I speak over this moment?

Bonus: Journal this prompt during your quiet time:
📝 “God, help me release the guilt of ______ so I can receive Your peace and walk in Your freedom.”

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If you’ve ever felt exhausted, stretched too thin, or resentful after saying “yes” to something you didn’t want to do—this episode is for you. Today, we’re talking about boundaries: what drains your energy, how to set simple limits (without guilt!), and why protecting your time is one of the most powerful forms of self-care. You don’t have to explain, justify, or feel bad for prioritizing yourself. Tune in to learn how small shifts can create more peace, joy, and freedom in your life!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ How to recognize the people, commitments, and habits that drain your energy

✨ Simple boundary-setting phrases that make saying “no” easier

✨ Why pausing before responding helps you make better choices

✨ How to schedule joy and rest like an appointment

✨ A mindset shift to help you release guilt and embrace self-care

Your Self-Care Challenge This Week:

Set one small boundary this week. It could be saying “no” to something that drains you, pausing before committing to anything, or protecting your rest time. Small steps lead to big changes!

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Podcast Episode Description:

When was the last time you truly prioritized yourself? If you’ve been running on empty, always putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own, this episode is your wake-up call.

Today, we’re bringing awareness to the reality of constantly landing at the bottom of your own priority list. It’s not about guilt or quick fixes—it’s about taking a moment to reflect. Why do you keep putting yourself last? What would change if you gave yourself permission to matter just as much as everyone else?

This is your invitation to pause, breathe, and start reclaiming space for you. Because self-care doesn’t mean me first—it simply means me too.

Link to hear more about what God intended when He created us as helper: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHLrSj3O6g-/?igsh=emUzem1qNnVubDc3

Link the the Let Them book by Mel Robbins: https://a.co/d/hCcm53b

Link to The Mountain Is You book by Brianna Wiest: https://a.co/d/hDuI3vI

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Ever wonder what it’s really like to pack up and leave for two months every winter?

In this episode, my husband and I pull back the curtain and share the behind-the-scenes of why we do it, how it all started, and the impact it’s had on our life, marriage, and mindset.

From the logistics of making it happen to the lessons we’ve learned along the way, we’re giving you the real, unfiltered scoop.

If you’ve ever dreamed of taking an extended getaway (or just want to hear how we manage it all without losing our minds), this one’s for you!

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In this episode of The Growth Lounge, we sit down with Lisa Humphrey, a true force of transformation and resilience. Faced with a life-or-death wake-up call, Lisa had just six months to make drastic changes—or risk everything. Overwhelmed with fear and self-doubt, she questioned whether she had what it took to turn her life around. But instead of giving up, she chose to fight.

Lisa lost 215 pounds through mindful nutrition, movement, and an unshakable mindset. But her transformation wasn’t just physical—it was a complete reinvention. She healed from within, rebuilt her confidence, and stepped into a life of purpose and empowerment.

Now, as a Reinvention Specialist, Health & Wellness Coach, and entrepreneur, Lisa helps women break free from limitations, reclaim their confidence, and create lives they love. Through coaching, fitness, and speaking engagements, she shares the strategies and mindset shifts that lead to lasting change.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• ​ The moment Lisa realized she had to change—or lose everything
• ​ How she overcame fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs
• ​ The keys to long-term weight loss and true healing
• ​ Why reinvention is possible at any stage of life
• ​ Practical steps to build confidence and create the life you deserve

Lisa’s story is living proof that transformation is always within reach—one courageous step at a time.

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