Podcast Episodes

In this episode, I share a church lesson I gave based on Emily Belle Freeman’s talk “Best Days and Worst Days,” which teaches that mortality includes both best and worst days as a place for growth as we walk with Christ. I relate this to my son Devon’s traumatic birth with rapid swings between fear […]

I’ve been practicing praying in advance with gratitude —thanking God for outcomes before they happen— and it’s felt powerful and better in my body than praying from worry. I share how I did this for my parents during a busy, challenging fall when my dad had three surgeries while they were selling their house and

I tried to record a podcast about getting triggered at church, realized I didn’t record it, and started over feeling frustrated. A guest speaker shared a message on a common topic, but his angle and the “sticky,” old-fashioned, heavy emotional language didn’t resonate with me, so I stepped out for a bit, prayed to run

Today I reflect on letting go of old identities, behaviors, and thought patterns, comparing change to shedding a snakeskin and a crab molting, which can feel unsafe until a new “shell” hardens. I saw an image of wearing hundreds of layered “Hi, my name is” stickers—some worth keeping (mom, friend, daughter) and others that no

In this episode of Finding Joy in the Journey, I share the four levels of fun my husband and I developed from the outdoor “types of fun” concept, and I explain how they affect relationships and decision-making. I break down level one (easy and pleasurable), level two (challenging but still enjoyable), level three (hard and

In this follow-up to my Clean Start episode, I talk about “clean stops” —the practice of consciously deciding what “done for now” looks like so I can stop without feeling behind. I explain how unfinished tasks keep mental and energetic loops open, and how setting clear finish lines ahead of time helps my brain and

I share how “clean starts” help me begin overwhelming tasks with intention, gentleness, and a small spark of motivation. Instead of focusing on a big goal, I explain how choosing a ritualized, simplified first step creates a tiny win, a dopamine boost, and momentum—like opening my laptop and pulling up my list of podcast ideas,

In this episode, I share a simple way to get clarity on my to-do list by separating items into routines (ongoing) versus projects (finishable). I walk through asking, “Do I actually want to do this?” and what to do if the answer is yes, no, or not right now. I also share how I identify

A Guide to Spiritual Routines and To-Do Lists Explore how to incorporate the secret ingredient of love into your daily routines and tasks. Learn about two unique ‘love matrixes’ that enhance your spiritual and practical life through the lens of Christ’s teachings. Transform your approach to time management and love by applying simple, yet profound,

In this episode, I explore a powerful Buddhist parable that has transformed how I respond to life’s challenges. I’ll share the story of the empty boat and offer practical tips to help you shift your perspective from emotional reactivity to wisdom and peace. This episode is perfect for parents and anyone seeking more tranquility in