The Unhurried Life

This week we continue the Becoming Bold Series with my good friend Wynne Elder. She's opened up and shared her story with us on the first episode of the series, make sure to go listen to episodes 64 and 65 if you haven't yet!

Right now we're going to dive into sharing your story and how this builds connection and confidence. When you open up to share, you're putting yourself in a true place of vulnerability and that takes courage. If you're feeling like you could use a little nudge in the courage department don't worry, courage can be taught. That's what this Becoming Bold Series is all about!

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I once read that loneliness can have the same health effects on your body as 15 cigarettes a day!  I also saw that it increases your likelihood of dementia by 50%...or was it 45% ... I can't remember (just kidding!).  And just so you know I'm serious, loneliness and social isolation are responsible for the climbing numbers of those affected by anxiety, depression and suicide. So, listen up, when it's time to build a community...we need to get serious.

When it comes to social isolation the stats are off the charts. Not only are we smack in the middle of a global pandemic, it's also being paired with an epidemic. What some are calling the "Loneliness Epidemic".  Experts (and moms) are already aware that this generation is going to go through some serious issues when it comes to community and socialization.

I have something to tell you, you are not immune from either the pandemic OR the epidemic. They are both going to affect you.  It's time to be proactive and start putting up protection where and how you can. And that starts with building community.  That's what this weeks episode is all about. This week, my good (#IRL) friend, Wynne Elder, and I sit down to go through a series of issues and shine truth and solution on what we're going through.

The 6 week series is called Becoming Bold and our dream is for you to go through this with a friend. We're giving you the tools to make the change, to take control of your life and start living in a way that honors yourself and your family.  All you have to do is tune in, print the weekly workbooks and find a friend, sister, old high school buddy, whoever, to go through it with.

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Let's talk about how to be bold! Or as I like to think of it, becoming bold. Taking a stand for what you believe. Starting a business or living out a dream. Making a life shift or major decision. There are so many reasons why boldness is a characteristic we need to spend some time on.

This weeks podcast guest is my dear friend Wynne Elder! When I first met Wynne, I knew there was something about her that was different. I couldn't quite put my finger on it until I got to know her a little better. She's incredibly bold. A trait I admire and aspire to adapt. When we talked about doing this podcast series on Becoming Bold I knew I was about to learn more than I was bargaining for.

This week we officially kick off the Becoming Bold series on The Unhurried Life Podcast. My true hope is that this is not just something you listen to or read, but that it's something you put into action, something that makes a lasting impact and reshapes your life. This is big stuff.

Our hope is that you grab a friend and go through this series together. We talk a lot about going first. Being the friend you want to have. So here is your chance. Send this episode or this blog post to a friend and ask her to come along with you and work on this life thing together.

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One of the many hats you wear as a mom is memory keeper. No pressure, but those little snaps on your phone are what preserves your kids childhood. Ever felt stressed when it comes to, 'what to do with all those digital photos you're pilling high?'  Perfect!  You're in the right spot.  I'm going to walk you through my best tips for making a family photo album.

Imagine this if you will. You take an adorable photo of your toddler with birthday cake all over their face. The photo is safely sitting inside your phone. Later that night you thumb through the days activities and can't believe he's another year older!  Ugh the time!

You set your phone down and flip on Netflix cause, well it's been a day!  Go to bed, and morning comes too fast.  The next day happens and then the next and that little photo with the birthday cake gets piled on.  The memories of each day after.  Then 15 years down the road you have a teenager.  He's driving!!  If only you could go back.  If the two of you could sit on the couch one evening and flip through that birthday and the cake and the little hands and bath time and reading on that very same couch The Little Blue Truck for the 900th time!

But you can't. Cause those photos, those memories from today are buried under thousands of other memories.

If this is giving you a little bit of low level anxiety and the fire in your belly to get something done today then great!  That's what we're going to do. I want to go deep with you into this issue because it's more important than we may think.

This week, I take you through the best tips for making a family photo album. Tips I've learned and figured out from the past 7 years of doing this process. A family photo album has become one of the best gifts I give myself and those that share the same 4 walls with me!

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Have you ever noticed that you can have the exact same situation as someone else and have a totally different experience?

They have 2 kids and a 2,200 square foot home, a husband and a dog just like you, yet your lives are totally different. How you handle stress and your situation is no where near the same.

On the other hand, you can have totally different experiences and still feel the same! That's what truly brings us together as women, sisters, wives and moms. We can read these questions (no matter where we are in life) and start nodding our head ...

Why is motherhood so stressful?

These questions are all too familiar and ring over and over inside your head for a reason. Your time and perspective are out of whack. A reset and a plan are needed. Join me this week as I chat with my special secret guest about one of the MAJOR mom stress causes and we come up with a plan to get it taken care of.

My secret guest is someone that is just like you, you'll find yourself nodding your head at every question I ask and shouting AMEN at every answer she gives!

Being able to relate and feel heard is priceless! This week you'll hear one of your fellow mamas shine light on a common mom stressor.

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THE UNHURRIED LIFE SHOW NOTES: https://jbrazeal.com/blog/motherhood/mom-stress/

With arms wide open, we welcome 2021.

Now is the BEST time to crank out some new year goals! I want to show you the best (and easiest) goal setting worksheet you’ll find. If you don't have this you're not setting your goals correctly ... yup, I said that!

I’ve created The Unhurried Life Starter Kit as a cohesive approach to making and seeing true change in your life and I’m sharing it with you.

What you’ll find on this week's episode is the steps, methods, and ideas behind the goal setting worksheet inside The Unhurried Life Starter Kit.

Before we totally dive in and dust off our hands with 2020 I want to remind you that there was a lot of good in this past year. Here are some of the fun things I want to remember about 2020: we had a baby, we bought a new house (and land), my oldest started kindergarten, we got a dog, and so much more.

To keep from forgetting these moments I make sure to create a family photo album every year (even the ones with pandemics) and I’d love to invite you to do the same!

Coming up I have a live workshop where I’ll be walking you through the process to organize and prep your photos from the whole year so you can easily and quickly make a family photo album. More on that coming … but make sure to save your seat for the workshop by clicking here!

Now onto goal setting and the easiest way I’ve found to do this and see success and keep the momentum going! Come listen in!

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This is exactly the time of year we all barely keep our heads above water.

Christmas is upon us and there is a lot happening. I recently talked to a good girlfriend that felt like she was "fighting" to keep time intentional with her family this season. Fighting!

Can you relate?

When it comes to survival mode we have a God given "fight or flight" instinct that takes over. This is something that happens without us really giving consent. I'm so thrilled to have my friend Jaclyn Weidner come talk to us this week about getting out of survival mode. 

This season can be silent, calm, holy, and meaningful. This Christmas can be jammies all day long and lots of smiles, laughs, and joy. Be on guard for the thief of joy and listen in to ensure you're actually able to enjoy instead of fighting this Christmas!

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Tired of living your days in a blur? Do you ever sit down on the couch after the kids are in bed and wonder what on earth you did with the last 12 hours?  Those thoughts do NOT bring warm fuzzies of living life to the fullest or leaving a legacy of love and intention. So how do you insure you're living in the moment and being fully present for those you love most?

It's no secret that we're being pulled in a million different directions every day. As a mom you have the syndrome. The "do it all-itus".  It makes you tired and gets you going all. the. time only to feel like you got nothing of worth accomplished at the days end.

This week, I get to talk about my true love and purpose. I mean it's the name of the show so you better believe I got some good stuff to dish out for you. In the midst of the holidays we can for sure get distracted, overcommitted, and buuuuusy!  Here are 7 tips for living in the moment so you don't miss your life all together.

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Did you know that Americans spend roughly $730.2 Billion (yes that was Billion with a B) on Christmas, and the average family spends over $1,000 extra on gift giving. I don't know about you but Corona has done a number on our finances already this year (amen, anyone?)

It's easy to think about the now, the joy, the giving, the decor, the ornaments, Christmas cards, treats, and spirit. But what about January? How will you feel when the credit card bill comes or you find that gift broken and stashed under a bed in a few weeks?

Not trying to be a Debbie Downer over here but sometimes it helps to be reminded of these things when we're caught up in the moment. So, how can this email help you create your Christmas budget (with some creativity) so that in a few weeks you're not feeling all the guilt of going a smidge overboard?

I'm so glad you asked!

This week I got to sit down with Sami Womack from A Sunny Side Up Life and hear more of her amazing story. Going from $490,000 in debt to debt free in 4 years! We both share a love for Dave Ramsey and living life wisely when it comes to spending and budgeting. She has so many resources on her website and in this podcast episode that can help you this Christmas season and beyond.

Let's go deeper into budgeting (not just around the holidays), but all the time. Yes, budgeting now, in the thick of it is SO helpful and necessary but keeping a budget year round is where your money's at (see that pun!).

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It's December!

Despite the whole COVID thing, we've still managed to get ourselves in over our heads this holiday season.

It's time for a little grounding. Let's go back to a simpler time. A time where we feel the weight of expectations lifted!

This weeks podcast with Kelly Anthony I thought we were going to talk about holiday hacks, I thought we were going to talk about clever ways to host and easy food, I thought we were going to talk about a lot of things… But what we wound up talking about was far better than what I could’ve ever thought!

This episode is full of nudges. It's packed with ideas and inspiration to make your Christmas more meaningful, more simple and help cut out the extra.  This episode is going to open your eyes to a slow Christmas that doesn't just fly by or leave you more stressed.  And at this point in your life, I think it's safe to say you've had your fair share of stressful holidays!

Now, let’s dive into what makes a truly simple Christmas!

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