The Simplified Podcast with Emily Ley

"When we lift up a woman, we lift up humanity," says Melinda French Gates. And she's 100% right—because when women are supported, when they're given opportunities to run their lives and their careers and their families, it makes the entire world flourish. We can definitely see that in the work of our guest this week, Holly Christine Hayes. Holly is the founder and CEO of Sanctuary Project, a nonprofit social enterprise employing and empowering women who've survived lives of trafficking, violence, and addiction. Holly and Emily talk about the amazing way Holly turned her painful story into purpose, how women can lead other women well, and how we can each lift up other women in our own circles of influence. Because when a village of women comes together, there isn't a more mighty force for good in the world.

(And PS: if you haven't seen the jewelry that Sanctuary makes, run to their website, because you'll want to give pieces to your mom, your sister, and all your friends — it's so delicate and beautiful)

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Between the food and decorations, the laughter and love, the holidays can feel magical. But let's be real: the holidays don't always look like a Hallmark movie, even if you try. Because beneath the tinsel and elaborate centerpieces, real life is still here. If you're feeling stressed from too much holiday pressure, or miffed by a kid who keeps messing up the holiday photo, or even if you're not sure grief will let you celebrate in the first place, it's okay—no holiday is perfect. If you're looking to get the day back on track, Emily has a few things you could try. But if that's not possible for you this year, then sister, we're holding you in our hearts—please know you're not alone in this season. ❤️

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The holidays are *a lot.* But what if they didn't have to be? Emily's bringing back one of your favorite guests ever: Nana, AKA her mom, Stephanie! In this episode, Nana gives you permission to make the holidays as simple as you need them to be. Emily and Nana talk through stress-free tips for Thanksgiving, how to ask for help if you're hosting during the holidays, how to take the pressure off yourself during the big days, and even how much food to buy (because let's be real: that's super hard to figure out!). They talk about how to help kids with All The Feelings at the holidays, and what to do if your sweet and simple holiday doesn't go quite according to plan. If you need a dose of grace this holiday season, this episode is for you.

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There's no doubt about it: life will never be quite the same as it is right now. It's filled with, as writer Zora Neale Hurston said, years that ask questions and years that answer them. But in the midst of all that change and uncertainty, do you know what remains true? Love.

This is a special week on the podcast, because Emily's just released a super special, brand-new book called Sure as the Sunrise: 100 Morning Meditations on God's Mercy and Delight! 🎉 And to help us celebrate, Emily's talking to her BFF Jane about the most important things, like the unchanging love we have for our people, the love they have for us, and the love given to us by our great and good God. If you're feeling sad or anxious or worried today, pour a warm cup of tea and join us here—this is a conversation that'll soothe your soul.

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We know it's a tad early, but we've got to ask: have you started your holiday list yet? 📝 Don't worry, we've done a little bit of the legwork for you! At Simplified, we like to say that behind every small business, there's a heartbeat. Because when you purchase goods or services from a small boutique, or an Etsy shop, or a Shopify site, that owner can get groceries to feed her kids that night. She can use that money to get hearing aids for her mom, or save up for a business degree, or a new home for her growing family. So this year, Emily's highlighting a few small businesses (most of them women-owned!) that are putting great things into the world—things that are beautiful, or whimsical, or tasty and delicious! Whether you're shopping for your mom, sister, partner, kids, or teachers, you're sure to find a meaningful gift or two that'll help support a small business this holiday season.

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Let's face it: sometimes we're just *over it,* and that's especially true when it comes to dinner. When it's Wednesday night and all you want to is lay on the couch and eat a bag of microwave popcorn, just remember the wisdom from our guest today—podcaster and now-cookbook author Jen Hatmaker! Jen's latest book is called Feed These People, and this week, Jen and Emily talked about how to muster the energy and creativity to cook for your people when you have zero left in the tank, Jen's favorite recipes for a random Wednesday night, her favorite kitchen tools and so much more.

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Ever feel like you're drowning in a sea of emails or Slack notifications at work? Yep, we have too. But how do you get the info you need without sacrificing a good rapport with your team, or feeling like you're missing out on essential things you need to know? And how do you go on vacation without coming back to a quadruple-digit inbox that makes your good vibes instantly vanish? Emily's bringing back our Decluttering Digital Life series to help you tackle how to communicate effectively with your team (without losing your sanity in the process!). She talks about the project management tool that's revolutionized Team Simplified's lives at work, how to tackle email threads that just *won't die,* and how to get your work done and still stay on top of your emails (without feeling overwhelmed or guilty in the process).

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Time to break out the softest throw blankets, the *good* candles, and all the decorative gourds—because today we're getting our homes cozy and comfy for cooler months ahead with Cozy White Cottage's Liz Marie Galvan! Liz Marie's just written a fabulous book called Cozy White Cottage Seasons: 100 Tips to Make Your Home Cozy All Year Long, and this week, she's sharing some of her best (and easiest!) tips with Emily. Spoiler alert: you don't have to raid the home décor aisles every time cozy season rolls around—you probably have more cozy in your home than you think, just waiting for you to display it!

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When you hear the word "ritual," what do you think of? It can sound like a stuffy word, but it doesn't have to be. A ritual is something you often do that helps you step toward the person you want to be. A ritual can look like a lot of different things: practices like prayer, meditation, and yoga. Taking a few minutes after work to put on some music, get on the floor, and play with your kids. Sitting down at the same time every day to write, or soaking in the tub at the beginning and the end of each day (like Emily!). Ritual helps you reset your mind so you can live with intention. And today, Emily's sharing four ways a ritual can add some ease and automation to your days, why rituals help us grow, and how to easily incorporate a life-giving ritual into your schedule (and one doesn't add a whole lot of time—or guilt—either). There's power in meeting yourself in the same space regularly. Because when you accept who you are and where you are, it's a lot easier to find the path toward who you'd like to be.

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On a chilly fall evening, is there anything cozier than a warm, creamy bowl of soup? (Nope!) To welcome the coziest season of the year, we're delighted to talk with foodie content creator and the Queen of Soup, Bri McKoy! 👩‍🍳 Today Bri dishes on the Instant Pot Lemon Chicken & Potato Soup that's become one of Emily's go-to's, her pumpkin chili that's perfect for Game Day or a Tuesday night, her pizza soup (!?), and so many more. Bri also shares her genius tip for shredding chicken in a snap (seriously, you won't believe how easy it is), the soup that's always a winner for potlucks and meal trains, and even how to keep your fridge and pantry stocked for a quick but delicious meal in a pinch. Grab a spoon—soup's on, y'all!

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