The Light On Demand

In this inspiring episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich is joined by author and minimalist mom of five, Julia Ubbenga, to explore how simplifying our homes—and our hearts—can unlock a richer childhood for our kids. Julia shares her powerful story of overcoming postpartum depression, consumer debt, and overwhelm through the practice of minimalism. Her journey began with a single verse, “Be rich in what matters,” and grew into a lifestyle rooted in intentional living and deep family connection.

Julia’s practical wisdom will challenge everything you thought you needed to give your kids a “good” life. From navigating baby showers to managing calendar clutter and digital distractions, she offers realistic, grace-filled strategies that empower parents to step off the treadmill of overconsumption. Learn how fewer toys, simpler routines, and less visual noise create space for imagination, calm, and deeper relationships—because kids don’t need more stuff. They need more of you.

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Today's reading is Mark 4-6.

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Join us as we go through ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels: A Guided Journal⁠⁠ through the month of April!

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We just got back from Argentina AND it’s almost Easter. My husband and I are going all in on a trip recap, talking about little God winks, what God convicted us of during our trip, traveling with an 8 month old, truths God is reminding us of this Easter, and the real power this holiday celebrates.

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Timeline

00:00 Intro

02:40 Argentina Recap

09:40 Convicting Hospitality, Biblical Love and Selflessness

17:35 More Argentina Recap

36:35 A God Wink

39:40 Easter Truths

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In this heartfelt joint episode, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Olivia Kessel as we share openly about the often isolating but deeply meaningful journey of raising neurodivergent children. From personal battles to professional insights, this conversation is real, raw, and rooted in hope.

Dr. Olivia takes us through her emotional and exhausting fight to secure an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) for her daughter—something so many parents and caregivers in the UK know all too well. She shares the mental and emotional toll of trying to get the right school support, while also offering insights into how neurodivergent brains work and how we can better support our children to thrive within systems that weren’t built with them in mind.

I open up about my own journey—especially the deep loneliness and disconnection I felt early on when raising my autistic and ADHD son. It was a season where community felt out of reach, and all I wanted was to know I wasn’t the only one struggling to hold it all together.

Together, we talk through what’s helped us: the little things that have brought more calm into the chaos, how we’ve found (and created) supportive spaces, and why understanding our kids’ brains—and our own—has been a game-changer.

If you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver Googling “how to help my autistic child at school,” “EHCP application advice,” or “feeling alone as a special needs parent,”—this episode is for you.

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this alone.

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My good friend John O’Leary is joining us today, and he’s sharing some good good wisdom. 

John is a master of turning his pain into a hope that he can share with others. 

We cover everything from encouraging strangers, living with chronic pain, caring for aging parents, and the importance of community. You don’t want to miss this.

Class is in session. Let’s get curious!

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Ever felt ashamed or alone in your doubts about God? Wonder if your questions make you a "bad" Christian? You're not alone. Today, we are entering a deeply honest and encouraging conversation with special guest Craig Groeschel, pastor of Life.Church and bestselling author. We dive into the powerful message of Craig's book, "The Benefit of Doubt," exploring how wrestling with tough questions and uncertainties doesn't have to destroy your faith – it can actually lead to a stronger, deeper, and more resilient relationship with God. Let’s go to the Story House!

Is your mind constantly buzzing? Does the pace of life feel too loud sometimes? In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Sarah Boyd—author of Turn Down the Noise—to talk about overstimulation, emotional overload, and the subtle ways the world keeps us distracted from what really matters. We unpack how to identify your own “noise,” the neuroscience of calm, and simple but transformational practices to find clarity and peace in your everyday life.

If you’ve been craving a breath of fresh air or a little more margin, this one’s for you.

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Dean Hall was dying. Weakened by two types of cancer and emotionally gutted by grief, he found himself at the end of what medicine and mindset could offer. But in the depths of despair, Dean rediscovered a childhood dream—and made a radical decision to live, not just survive. In this deeply moving episode, Ginny Yurich talks with Dean about the healing power of purpose, the wildness of adventure, and the surprising ways nature showed up as an unexpected partner in his return to life.

Dean's story—captured in his book The Wild Cure—isn’t just about beating cancer or swimming 187 miles of Oregon’s Willamette River. It’s about waking up, finding meaning, and remembering that nature is not just scenery—it’s a lifeline. With wisdom forged through suffering and triumph, Dean shares how rivers, forests, and even cold water became allies in healing both his body and spirit. This episode is a profound reminder that it’s never too late to reclaim joy, pursue a long-forgotten dream, and let the outdoors lead the way home.

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