Well Grounded

In this episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann welcome back two familiar favorites—their husbands, Tim and Dan! Together, they explore the Season 5 theme of Wisdom & Whimsy, sharing personal stories, biblical insights, and plenty of laughter along the way.

Life is full of moments that remind us just how quickly the seasons change. From raising children to watching them begin new chapters of their own, each season brings opportunities to grow in wisdom, deepen our faith, and appreciate the unexpected joys along the way. Sometimes the most meaningful lessons come from the moments we never want to forget.

Through heartfelt reflections and a little husband humor, this conversation reminds us that wisdom doesn't always come from having all the answers, and whimsy doesn't have to be something extraordinary. Both can be found in the everyday experiences God places before us.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finding fresh wisdom in Scripture, including Ecclesiastes and Proverbs, as we move through different seasons of life
• How a simple daily Bible reading habit can deepen your understanding of God's Word
• Recognizing and celebrating the whimsical moments in everyday life
• Dan's book, The Search for Reath, and the inspiration he found in his parenting years
• The emotional experience of being a father of the bride and watching your children enter new seasons
• The importance of family, faith, and supporting the next generation

This episode is especially encouraging for parents navigating changing family dynamics, couples embracing new seasons of marriage, and anyone looking to grow in biblical wisdom while finding more joy in everyday life.

If this conversation encourages you, share it with a friend or family member who could use a little more wisdom, whimsy, and laughter in their life!

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment: Cinnamon Dolce Latte Recipe – https://www.smells-like-home.com/2023/12/cinnamon-dolce-latte-recipe/
• Verses of Encouragement: Jeremiah 29:11–13; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Proverbs 3:5–6
• Catching Whimsy by Bob Goff: https://a.co/d/08T56E8N
• The Search for Reath by D.L. Crawford: https://a.co/d/0eHGZ9ie

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In this episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann continue exploring the Season 5 theme of Wisdom & Whimsy and what it looks like to embrace both through the different seasons of life.

Life rarely stays the same for long. Some seasons are full of excitement and possibility, while others can leave us wondering when something new will finally begin. Diane and Leigh Ann reflect on the encouragement found in knowing that wherever we are today isn't necessarily where we'll be forever—and that God can use every season to grow, shape, and prepare us for what's ahead.

Using Bob Goff's Catching Whimsy as a starting point, this conversation is an invitation to approach life with expectation rather than simply going through the motions. Even in seasons that feel difficult or ordinary, there are opportunities to notice what God is doing, encourage the people around us, and rediscover the joy that's easy to overlook along the way.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finding wisdom and whimsy in every season of life
• Trusting God when you're ready for your current season to change
• Using Scripture to interrupt negative thoughts and redirect your focus
• Building a collection of meaningful Bible verses to lean on in difficult seasons
• What it means to share “good gossip” and intentionally speak well of others
• Finding simple ways to experience the joy of the Lord in everyday life
• Lessons from Catching Whimsy that can help us approach life with greater faith, gratitude, and joy

This episode is especially encouraging for anyone navigating change, transition, or a difficult season, or simply looking for practical ways to find more joy in God's Word.

What can you do this week to experience the joy of the Lord? If this conversation encourages you, share it with a friend who could use a little wisdom, whimsy, or encouragement in the season she's walking through.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment: Brown Sugar Iced Shaken Espresso – https://myeverydaytable.com/brown-sugar-iced-shaken-espresso/
• Verses of Encouragement: Ecclesiastes 3:1–8; Proverbs 16:9; Romans 8:28; 1 Corinthians 9:22–23; Ephesians 4:14–15; 1 Corinthians 12:7
• Catching Whimsy by Bob Goff: https://a.co/d/08T56E8N
• Your Gratitude Guide by Audrey Bailey: https://faithgateway.com/products/your-gratitude-guide-your-gratitude-guide-an-inspirational-journal-to-cultivate-a-joyful-heart

Join the Well Grounded Community

Have a favorite coffee recipe? Send us your Latte Moment idea! If we feature your recipe in an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a free Well Grounded t-shirt.

Visit our website and Well Grounded merch store for hats, tees, journals, home items, and more:

https://staywellgrounded.com

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Welcome to Season 5 of The Well Grounded Podcast: Wisdom & Whimsy! Diane and Leigh Ann are back—and recording from their brand-new studio—as they catch up after summer break and look ahead to a new season filled with faith, growth, wisdom, and a little more whimsy.

Inspired by this season’s theme verse, Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” — Diane and Leigh Ann reflect on what it means to embrace the season God has placed you in. Life is constantly changing, and while some transitions require wisdom to navigate, there is still room to seek joy, curiosity, creativity, and a little whimsy along the way.

Diane shares about a summer filled with family milestones, including celebrating her daughter’s wedding and preparing to welcome another daughter home after her travels around the world. Leigh Ann shares how she’s embracing creativity through her new hobby of embroidery, and together they reflect on navigating transitions, finding joy in the unexpected, and learning to appreciate where God has them right now.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What “Wisdom & Whimsy” means and what you can expect from Season 5
• Finding purpose in the season of life God has placed you in
• Making room for creativity, new hobbies, and things that simply bring us joy
• Choosing joy while trusting God through seasons of change

This episode is especially encouraging for women navigating a new season of life, adjusting to changes in their families or routines, or simply wondering how to find more joy and purpose in the season they're in.

As we begin Season 5, we'd love for you to join us for the journey! Share this episode with a friend who could use a little more wisdom—and a little more whimsy—in her life.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Dulce de Leche Latte – https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/wprm_print/dulce-de-leche-latte
• Verses of Encouragement: Ecclesiastes 3:1; Nehemiah 8:10
• Catching Whimsy by Bob Goff – https://a.co/d/063JW5ax
• Stitch the Word - https://www.instagram.com/stitchtheword
• Visit Our Website - https://staywellgrounded.com

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The trailer is here. ✨🤎

Season 5: Wisdom & Whimsy is almost ready, and we’re giving you a little peek at what’s waiting on the other side.

This season, we’re leaning into the beauty of both wisdom and whimsy! The meaningful lessons that shape us, the unexpected moments that make us laugh, and the simple joys that remind us to slow down and enjoy where we are.

Expect conversations about faith, life, friendship, growth, and the things God teaches us along the way. Some moments may make you think. Some may make you laugh. And hopefully, some will make you see the everyday a little differently. ☕️✨

A little wisdom.
A little whimsy.
And a whole lot of heart.

🎧 Listen to the Season 5 trailer now and get ready for our first episode dropping September 14!

We’ve been waiting to share this one with you. Are you ready to come along? 👀🤎

For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting one of our listeners’ favorite conversations from Season 3, Episode 1 with special guest Erin Warren. In this encouraging episode, Diane and Leigh Ann explore one of the foundational truths of our faith: God is good—all the time.

Whether you're walking through a season of joy, uncertainty, or hardship, this conversation offers a biblical perspective on God's goodness and faithfulness. Together, they discuss how we can trust God's character even when life doesn't unfold the way we expected and why understanding His goodness transforms the way we navigate difficult circumstances.

Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Erin encourages listeners to anchor themselves in God's Word and reminds us that while suffering is part of life in a broken world, God's promises never fail.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What it truly means to say, "God is good all the time"
• Trusting God's character through life's difficult seasons
• Why suffering doesn't diminish God's goodness
• How studying Scripture strengthens our faith and perspective
• Finding hope in God's promises and His plan for redemption

This episode is especially encouraging for anyone walking through hardship, questioning God's purpose, or longing to deepen their understanding of His goodness through the truth of Scripture.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we're revisiting some of our listeners' favorite episodes from past seasons. If this conversation encourages you, share it with a friend who needs a reminder that God's goodness remains constant in every season of life.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Caramel Macchiato

For deeper study, spend time reading and journaling through these passages:

• Season 3 Theme Verse: Romans 8:28
• Acts 18:1–4 – Priscilla and Aquila's relationship with Paul after being expelled from Rome
• 1 Thessalonians 4:3 – God's will for our sanctification
• Genesis 1–3 – Understanding God's good creation and the effects of the Fall
• John 14–16 – The work and ministry of the Holy Spirit
• Revelation 21:1–6 – The promise that suffering has an expiration date
• Deuteronomy 31:6 – God's promise to never leave or forsake us
• Blue Letter Bible: http://blueletterbible.org
• Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com

About Our Guest

Erin H. Warren is passionate about equipping and encouraging women to discover God's truth for themselves. She is the author of Feasting on Truth: Savor the Life-Giving Word of God, leads Bible studies through her ministry Feasting on Truth, and has written several Bible studies. Erin and her husband, Kris, have three children and live in Central Florida. She loves opening her home to others, gathering around the table, and firmly believes tacos never go out of style.

Learn more about Erin and her ministry:

• Website: https://feastingontruth.com
• Instagram: @erinhwarren and @feastingontruth
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/erinhwarren

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For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting one of our listeners’ favorite conversations from Season 2, Episode 13 with special guest Melba Rubera. A devoted follower of Christ, wife of nearly 30 years, mother of four, and grandmother, Melba shares a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness through every season of life.

In this heartfelt conversation, Melba reflects on how God has guided her family, strengthened her marriage, and remained faithful through both joys and challenges. She also shares her unique perspective on multicultural relationships and reminds us that God is still at work today, performing miracles and fulfilling His promises in ways we may never expect.

Through personal stories and biblical encouragement, this episode is a beautiful reminder that no matter what season you're in, God is faithful to walk with you every step of the way.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Trusting God's faithfulness through marriage, motherhood, and family life
• How God works through every season to accomplish His purpose
• Navigating multicultural relationships with faith and grace
• The power of sharing personal testimonies to encourage others
• Why God's miracles are still evident in our lives today

This episode is especially encouraging for wives, mothers, grandparents, and anyone who needs a reminder that God is faithful—even when the path isn't always easy.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we’re revisiting some of our listeners’ favorite episodes from past seasons. If this conversation encourages you, share it with a friend or family member who could use a reminder of God's faithfulness today.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Hibiscus Tea Recipe
• Melba’s Verse of Encouragement: Romans 8:28
• WinShape Marriage Retreats
• Special Thanks: Captured Grace Photography for this season’s photoshoot

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For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting one of our listeners’ favorite conversations from Season 4, Episode 6 with special guest Jennifer Gipson. In this encouraging episode, Diane and Leigh Ann talk with Jennifer about worshipping God through our health and what it looks like to pursue physical wellness while keeping Christ at the center.

Jennifer shares her powerful testimony of walking through seasons of illness and healing, and how God used those experiences to strengthen her faith. Together, they explore the connection between our spiritual and physical health, offering practical resources and biblical encouragement for anyone seeking to steward their body well while trusting God through every season.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jennifer’s journey from sickness to healing and renewed hope
• How caring for our health can be an act of worship
• Biblical encouragement for healing, peace, and perseverance
• Practical resources for supporting your physical and spiritual wellness
• Approaching health with grace while keeping your identity rooted in Christ

This episode is especially encouraging for anyone navigating health challenges, beginning a wellness journey, or looking for a faith-centered perspective on health and healing.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we’re revisiting some of our listeners’ favorite episodes from past seasons. If this conversation encourages you, share it with a friend or loved one who could use hope and encouragement in their health journey.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Snickerdoodle Iced Coffee – https://mildlymeandering.com/snickerdoodle-iced-coffee/
• Verses of Encouragement: Joel 2:25; Psalm 46:10; Isaiah 41:10; Jeremiah 30:17; Proverbs 17:22; 1 Corinthians 6:19
• Word of the Year: https://www.dayspring.com/articles/whats-your-word-for-2025
• Lisa Whittle – Body and Soul: https://a.co/d/aBy12cT
• Jennifer’s Instagram Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMgjLa_xj_o/?igsh=bXh4ZGtqbjVuOGV2
• Calm Cream: https://wholesomehippy.com/products/calm-cream-with-magnesium-vitamin-d3-pain-blend?variant=44781051019566
• Colostrum Supplement: https://a.co/d/0zti3k2

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For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting a heartfelt conversation from Season 2, Episode 9: “Expectations vs. Reality of Being a New Mom” with special guest Amanda Borrero. In this honest and encouraging episode, Diane and Leigh Ann talk with Amanda about the reality of becoming a new mom and navigating the many emotions and adjustments that come with motherhood.

Amanda shares her personal journey into motherhood, including the birth story of her young son, and opens up about the joys, challenges, and lessons she’s experienced along the way. Through faith, community, and leaning on her relationship with God, Amanda reflects on how she’s learning to navigate motherhood with grace and trust.

This conversation offers encouragement for mothers in every season, especially those adjusting to the realities of new motherhood and searching for support, perspective, and reassurance.

In this episode, we discuss:

•The expectations versus realities of becoming a new mom

•Amanda’s personal journey and birth story

•Navigating motherhood through faith and community support

•Learning to trust God during seasons of change and uncertainty

•Encouragement for mothers who may feel overwhelmed or alone

This episode is especially encouraging for new moms, expectant mothers, and women navigating the early seasons of motherhood who want reassurance and biblical encouragement along the way.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we’re revisiting some of our listeners’ favorite episodes from past seasons. If this conversation encourages you, share it with a new mom or expecting mother who could use support and encouragement today.

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Resources Mentioned:

•Latte Moment Recipe: Red Velvet Latte – https://www.almostsupermom.com/red-velvet-latte/

•Amanda’s Verses of Encouragement: Philippians 4:11; Psalm 23; Psalm 121

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For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting a meaningful conversation from Season 1, Episode 4: “Helping Your Grown Kids Navigate the Dreams and Desires of Their Heart” about helping older children and young adults navigate the dreams and desires God has placed on their hearts.

In this encouraging episode, Diane and Leigh Ann share practical wisdom for parents walking alongside their grown children as they make important life decisions, pursue goals, and seek direction for the future. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and honest reflection, they discuss how parents can support their children with prayer, guidance, and encouragement while allowing them space to grow and pursue God’s calling.

They also explore the value of dream boards, journaling, and intentional conversations as tools to help young adults clarify their goals and remain grounded in faith as they move into new seasons of life.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to encourage older children as they pursue their dreams and goals
• The importance of prayerful support and wise encouragement
• Navigating conversations about purpose, calling, and future plans
• How dream boards and journaling can help young adults stay focused
• Trusting God while giving your children room to grow independently

This episode is especially encouraging for parents of teenagers, college students, and young adults who want to lovingly support their children while pointing them toward God’s purpose for their lives.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we’re revisiting some of our listeners’ favorite episodes from past seasons. If this episode encourages you, share it with a parent or young adult who could use encouragement in navigating life’s next season.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Masala Chai Tea - https://www.teaforturmeric.com/masala-chai-recipe/
• Visit Our Website: https://staywellgrounded.com

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For this week’s Summer Replay episode of The Well Grounded Podcast, we’re revisiting a heartfelt conversation from Season 2, Episode 3: "Adoption and Fostering" with special guest Candace Hebert. In this meaningful episode, Diane and Leigh Ann talk with Candace about the journey of fostering and adoption and what it looks like to answer God’s calling to care for children in need.

Candace shares how experiences from her childhood helped shape her heart for fostering and adoption, and how God led her family into this ministry. Through honesty, compassion, and encouragement, this conversation offers insight into the beauty and challenges of opening your home and heart to children — even if only for a season.

Whether you are actively considering fostering or adoption, supporting foster families, or simply wanting to learn more, this episode provides encouragement and practical resources for navigating the process.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How God can use personal experiences to shape our calling
• The emotional and spiritual impact of fostering and adoption
• What it means to care for children in vulnerable seasons
• Encouragement for families considering fostering or adoption
• Resources and support available for navigating the process

This episode is especially encouraging for families interested in fostering or adoption, those supporting foster families, and anyone wanting to learn more about caring for children through a Christ-centered perspective.

As part of our Summer Replay series, we’re revisiting some of our listeners’ favorite episodes from past seasons. If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who may feel called to fostering, adoption, or supporting vulnerable children and families.

Resources Mentioned:

• Latte Moment Recipe: Homemade Vanilla Latte – https://www.forkinthekitchen.com/homemade-vanilla-latte/
• Candace’s Scripture: James 1:27
• Commission 127: https://www.c127.org/
• Night Light Christian Adoptions: https://nightlight.org/
• Fostering Our Future at Grace Landing Inc.: https://fosteringourfuture.com/
• Show Hope: https://showhope.org/stories/four-resources-every-adoptive-parent/
• Adopted and Loved: https://adoptedandloved.com/thefund/
• Florida Department of Children and Families – Support Fostering: https://myflfamilies.com/

While several of these resources are focused in Central Florida, every state in the U.S. has opportunities to support children and families through foster care, adoption, or Guardian Ad Litem programs. Search your local area to learn more about ways to get involved.

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