The Jen Fulwiler Show

I'm back! I spent my time off revamping the show so it feels more like you and I are hanging out at lunch instead of sounding like I'm talking to myself in a closet.

Two new things I'm loving:

- I set up a phone number you can call OR text: (512) 222-3523‬ This is a permanent number and I check it personally so add me to your contacts!

- This podcast is now available as video, and you can watch that here: https://youtu.be/wmmzLAF16g8

I'm thrilled to begin this new era of the show with you. We're going to have so much fun.

I'm blowing your mind with yet another paradigm I came up with ten minutes before the show: being a Driver vs being a Nester. Knowing which you are can make you so much happier in so many areas of life.

*ANNOUNCEMENT* - I am taking a podcast vacation and will be back on September 8th! In the meantime, check out these popular episodes you may have missed:

1. Drinking Alone Seemed Like Such a Good Idea (April 20)

2. My Depressing Playlist Is Awesome - a story of God answering a prayer on a bad day (May 4)

3. If You Feel Like You're Weirder than Everyone Else (April 17)

4. Blow It Up (May 13)

5. This Is Why SAHMs Feel Powerless (July 3)

And keep the reviews coming! I read every one personally and adore all of you reviewers!

I found an old schedule I made that included an hour of "Circle Time" and fifteen minutes for "Planning Healthful Meals!" and I cannot stop laughing. Needless to say, it didn't last a week. But that's all part of the process.

*If you could take a second to leave a short review on iTunes (or wherever you listen to this podcast) I'd appreciate it! I read every review personally and they make my day.* - Jen

I decided to address an elephant in the room: a lot of people are struggling with faith right now. In this episode I share my advice on how to deal with that, coming from my perspective as a former atheist. Though anyone who follows me on Instagram will know that I am probably the worst person to take spiritual guidance from.

P.S. If you have a sec to leave a review on iTunes I would LOVE that! I read each one personally and they make my day brighter. - Jen

If you've ever thought about writing a book, starting a podcast, growing a popular Instagram account, or putting yourself out there in any public way, this is the episode for you! I rarely go into this subject, but this is too important not to share.

I go into even more detail in my new book, Your Blue Flame: https://amzn.to/3k9AiHK

* Thank you for the reviews on iTunes and elsewhere! I read every one personally. Keep them coming! *

I have a phrase that will change your life when you face hard decisions. I say this phrase at least a few times every day, and it helps me let go of so much guilt.

* Thank you for the reviews on iTunes and elsewhere! I read every single one personally. Keep them coming! *

Just when you thought my superstitious behavior couldn't get weirder, I'm all freaked out about a stupid comet. But I have learned a lot about how each of us can let go of this anxiety that comes with feeling out of control, and I share that here.

* THANK YOU for your reviews on iTunes and other places. I read every one and they make my day.*

I ran into Joanna Gaines' husband, Chris, and made everything super weird. If you ever hear that the Gaines family has issued a restraining order against me, this is why.

But the whole experience was an example of God moving during difficult times, and we all have to look out for moments like that right now.

*THANK YOU for your reviews! I read each one personally. Keep them coming!*

Habits can change your life, but only if you develop ones that work with your nature, not against it. I learned this through much trial and error, which is how I am now an expert at pretending like I have had an emergency which is why I have to leave the gym after seven minutes.

P.S. If you have a sec to leave a review on iTunes I'd really appreciate it!

When you reject "try harder" culture and accept that maybe you're just not good at this area of life, really cool things start to happen. You'll find that you start living in an "economy of love" (a term that I made up and am very proud of).

P.S. I love iTunes reviews! Keep them coming!