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Where two best friends decide to start a podcast "Real women, Real Issues" We want to encourage, inspire and offer hope in a world where life can seem unrealistic. We want to be a support for you and cheer you on as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Most of all you get to relax and laugh about all things women... plus we like all things sparkly!
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Ashton Ross, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, to talk about attachment styles. If you’re new to the concept, attachment styles shape the way we connect, communicate, and relate to others—whether in friendships, romantic relationships, or even in the workplace. Ashton provides a powerful introduction to the different types of attachment styles, and how they influence our relationships and offers insights on understanding and transforming these patterns.
Ashton brings a wealth of expertise in helping individuals and couples find inner peace, freedom, and deeper connection. With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Ashton specializes in working with people who’ve experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, and issues with self-esteem or perfectionism. She focuses on often-overlooked forms of trauma, including relational and attachment trauma, childhood emotional neglect, and narcissistic abuse. Ashton also works with couples stuck in negative cycles, helping them find healthier ways to communicate and connect.
To learn more about Ashton, visit her profile on Full Circle Counseling or her Psychology Today profile. You can reach her directly at 615-208-2230 or at ashtonrosscounseling@gmail.com. Join us for this inspiring episode on the power of understanding attachment styles and how it can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships!
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In this episode, Heather and I dive into a candid conversation about how performance and perfectionism, often rooted in trauma, shaped our lives and careers. While these traits brought us significant success, they also created unhealthy patterns that we had to confront.
Heather, a Certified Master Coach for Kingdom entrepreneurs, shares her insights on how to serve others through your gifts and passions while making a lot of money doing it. We also explore the idea that money isn't inherently evil—it simply magnifies what's in your heart, and if you've got a heart for Jesus, it can be a powerful tool for good.
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Hustle Culture is a buzzword that's turned into a lifestyle for a lot of people. I had an insightful chat with Ann Eileen, and she really gets this topic because it's something she’s experienced firsthand. While hustling can sometimes seem like the only way to succeed, it's important to remember that it has its downsides. Statistics show that 83% of workers in the U.S. suffer from work-related stress, and 25% of them say their job is the primary stressor in their lives. Additionally, those who work more than 55 hours a week have a 33% higher risk of stroke and a 13% higher risk of heart disease compared to those working standard hours. So, while the grind might seem necessary, it's crucial to consider the toll it takes on our health and well-being.
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After graduating from The Ohio State University in 1993 with a degree in Journalism, I started my career in retail sales, working as a sales manager in what is now Macy’s. It was a job I took hoping to learn in real time, why people buy what they buy.
A well trained journalist, I wanted to learn their stories.
I learned how to sell and how to manage people, and what shoes were best for long hours on my feet. Alas, retail is a bit of a grind. Don’t get me wrong, I did hear some stories, but I wanted more.
So, in 1995, after one too many nights, weekends, and holiday return seasons in Retail, I wrote up a resume, worked my limited network, and landed a job at Procter & Gamble in the Market Insights organization.
It was during my 12 years at P&G that I learned about understanding consumer beliefs and behavior, marketing, product development, and innovation. I learned how to manage up and down and across massive, complex corporate hierarchies. I touched nearly every business unit and region as I moved up and across the organization, from Fabric & Home Care, to Hair Care, Corporate Design, and Global Volume Forecasting and Market Mix Modeling - a discipline we re-named as “Integrated Business Optimization” during my tenure.
But, more important than any product or team I worked on while at P&G, I learned how to lead with my faith; I fell in love with Jesus and His steady, constant presence, even in the details of my work; and I learned that, driven by my faith, I’m a risk taker and an entrepreneur.
Then, in 2007, I heard the Lord was calling me to step off the ladder and into something new.
I joined a small, but quickly growing, forward-thinking company providing market research and innovation services to companies like Procter. I learned how to create and sell meaningful projects that would enable clients to learn and grow their businesses. I learned how to develop and nurture relationships with clients who had roles like the ones I’d held at P&G. I learned the ins and outs of running a small business.
And then I got fired.
Financial strain, and a mismatch between me and the future direction of the business fast tracked my move to the next adventure.
A blessing in disguise.
Energized rather than discouraged, I seized the opportunity of a small severance package that bought me just enough time to try something new.
Along with a business partner, I co founded The Garage Group in 2011. Inspired by small-company, entrepreneurial spirit and practice, TGG works with large companies to enable them to solve big challenges with innovative new approaches, borrowed and adapted from the world of startups. TGG grew rapidly and my role ebbed and flowed as the business required - from sales, to project design and delivery, to client relationship development, to content and capability creation, to industry leadership, staff development, creating and shepherding culture, finances, and every other aspect of running a small business.
I learned a lot from our successes, but even more from our mistakes.
In 2019, just before the COVID pandemic hit, my co founder and I stepped into new roles while we brought in a new CEO to take us to the next level. Within a year, I’d worked myself out of my role, as we sold the business to the next generation of folks from our team.
I moved into what I thought would be a short sabbatical.
That sabbatical turned into almost two years of rest and reassessment. Lots of writing and dreaming and napping and quieting myself and my own dreams long enough to hear the Lord wooing me into something new.
Launching into this new season of coaching, consulting, community building, writing, podcast hosting, and speaking is a whole new adventure. Walking even more closely with the Lord, I’m ready and willing to go where He leads.
I live in my hometown of Cincinnati, OH with my husband Rich and our people-loving Bernese Mountain Dog, Faith. We’re enjoying the empty nest and the beautiful stage of parenting young adult children. Our latest side hustle venture is short term rental properties, which have proven to be a great creative outlet, and have given us a beautiful way to welcome folks to our fine city. We love to travel, read, and fan flames of revival in Cincinnati through prayer, worship, and fellowship with others.
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I had an amazing conversation with Heather on this episode. In February, we had the privilege of speaking to a group of women about finding their identity in Christ. It was a wonderful experience, and I wanted to bring Heather on the podcast to delve deeper into her testimony. She shared her struggle with an eating disorder and how God transformed her life.
Heather and her husband Vince Murdock founded Rise and Rejoice Ministries. Their mission is to raise up a generation of devoted disciples and disciple-makers of Christ through Kingdom discipleship, Spirit-filled worship, and compassionate outreach. They help people heal and overcome obstacles through the power of the Gospel, equipping and empowering believers to discover and live out their Kingdom identity and purpose.
This conversation was truly inspiring. Heather's passion for helping women see their lives transformed is incredibly motivating.
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Welcome to another episode of 24 Carat Conversations! Today, we had the privilege of sitting down with Jodeen Barba, the CEO of The Warrior Collective, to explore the captivating realms of Soulful Leadership and Burnout Recovery, particularly aimed at empowering women.
In this episode, Jodeen took us on a journey through her own personal story, delving into the depths of her struggles with health issues and the tumultuous challenges her marriage faced during a difficult season. But amidst the trials and tribulations, Jodeen's story is one of resilience, faith, and the miraculous restoration of what seemed impossible.
Through her candid and heartfelt sharing, Jodeen reminded us that even in our darkest moments, there is hope for transformation and renewal. Her insights into the power of faith and the importance of leaning on a supportive community left us feeling inspired and uplifted.
So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, sit back, and join us as we dive into this thought-provoking conversation with Jodeen Barba. You won't want to miss a single moment of this enlightening episode!
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Welcome back, everyone, to another inspiring episode of 24 Carat Conversations. I'm thrilled to have you join us today as we delve into a deeply meaningful topic with our special guest, Jenni Rae Oates.
Today's episode is all about navigating grief and finding joy amidst life's challenges. Jenni Rae has a remarkable story to share, one filled with resilience, perseverance, and ultimately, triumph.
Join us as we explore Jenni Rae's journey and discover the invaluable insights she's gained along the way. Let's dive in and uncover the power of resilience and the beauty of finding joy even amid adversity.
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Jenni Rae is a Business & Peak Performance coach, speaker, and author with 20 years of experience building businesses and helping business owners become a better version of themselves. Her zone of genius is in helping the owner run at optimal levels so that their health, relationships, and businesses don’t suffer burnout or breakdown. She specializes in emotional intelligence & stress resilience, mindset mastery, and showing entrepreneurs and business owners how to recalibrate and create both a thriving business AND connected relationships.
She founded Do. WIT Coaching is a company on a mission to create 1 Million 2.0 CEOs™ - individuals committed to Do. What It Takes to lead their family, business & relationships to deeper faith, greater impact, and higher levels of abundance by becoming the next-level version of themselves.
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A few years ago, we found ourselves in a situation where God's answer was a resounding no. At the time, it was tough to comprehend, and honestly, it left us feeling confused and maybe a bit disheartened. But, as we revisit that season today, we want to share how God's nos can lead to something beautiful and how His plan, even when it seems unclear, is always perfect.
We hope that this episode encourages you!
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Introduction:
- Who loves networking? The idea of going to a meeting where you don't know anyone, introducing yourself, and then having to mingle and make conversation can be quite intimidating. Honestly, it used to terrify me.
Segment 1: Embracing Discomfort
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Being uncomfortable is an essential part of personal growth. Networking forces you out of your comfort zone, pushing you to learn, adapt, and evolve.
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Facing the fear of the unknown can lead to personal development and self-discovery.
Segment 2: Health Benefits of Networking
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Did you know that networking is actually good for your health? Building connections and forming relationships can reduce stress and boost overall well-being.
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Social interaction and a strong support network have been linked to improved mental and emotional health.
Segment 3: Refining Communication Skills
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Networking experiences refine your speaking and communication skills. You learn to convey your ideas clearly and concisely, a valuable skill in any aspect of life.
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Effective communication is key to building strong relationships and succeeding in both personal and professional spheres.
Segment 4: Finding Motivation
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Networking can be a great source of motivation. Interacting with people who share your interests and goals can reignite your passion and drive.
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Surrounding yourself with motivated individuals can push you to strive for greater achievements.
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If you haven't ventured into networking yet, it's time to give it a try! You may discover that it provides the boost you need to get creative, see new perspectives, and meet some wonderful like-minded people.
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Embrace the discomfort, reap the health benefits, refine your skills, and find the motivation to achieve your goals through the power of networking.
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Are you finding it a challenge to establish healthy boundaries within your family dynamics? If so, our latest episode featuring the insightful Lauren Rainey Tenny is a must-listen! Tune in as we delve into the art of setting boundaries, uncovering strategies to initiate this transformative practice in your life.
In this engaging conversation, we explore the essence of healthy boundaries and how they pave the way for harmonious relationships. If you've been grappling with drawing the line, Lauren offers invaluable insights to guide you through the process. We dive into the origins of our boundaries, often rooted in our personal struggles and insecurities, shedding light on the interplay between inner growth and setting boundaries.
So, whether you're sipping your morning coffee or winding down in the evening, join us for this enlightening discussion. Discover the power of embracing boundaries as a tool for greater self-awareness and balanced connections. Tune in now and embark on a journey toward healthier relationships and personal empowerment. 🌟🔊
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Lauren Tenney is a writer, speaker, and mentor from Franklin, TN. She is passionate about helping others see and experience a life of peace and freedom. Armed with tools she has used herself, she has devoted her time and energy to providing 1-on-1 mentor sessions where she takes you on the ultimate personal development journey filled with real talk and practical tools so you can push through stale paradigms to develop a stronger sense of self, genuine empathy, and deeper faith. If you’re ready to make the shift from your old self and start thriving — maybe for the first time ever — today, find her on Instagram LaurenRaineyTenney.
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Welcome to a very special episode of 24 Carat Conversations! I'm thrilled to be celebrating my 50th Birthday today, which some friends call my Jubilee or Golden Birthday. As this podcast is all about genuine and authentic conversations, it felt only fitting to get candid with you on this milestone occasion. - In today's episode, I'll be sharing some of my personal hardships, valuable life lessons, and the profound realization that God's plans often diverge from my own, yet they consistently exceed my wildest imagination.
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Life has presented its fair share of hardships, and I've navigated various challenges that have shaped who I am today. - Sharing these experiences allows us to connect deeper, as we all face trials and tribulations along our journeys. - By embracing and acknowledging hardships, we learn valuable lessons and grow in strength and resilience.
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Throughout my life, I've encountered pivotal moments that brought valuable insights and wisdom. - I'll be sharing some of these life lessons, hoping that they resonate with and inspire you on your own journey. - Personal growth is a continuous process, and I'm grateful for the opportunities to evolve and become a better version of myself.
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Life often takes unexpected turns, and I've come to understand that my plans aren't always aligned with God's greater purpose. - Surrendering to divine plans can be challenging, but it has led me to experiences and opportunities far beyond my imagination. - I'll explore the beauty of trusting in a higher power and how it has enriched my life in ways I could have never foreseen.
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As I celebrate my 50th Birthday and my "Jubilee" on 24 Carat Conversations, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for being part of this journey. - Life's hardships have molded me, and sharing my candid experiences is an honor, hoping they bring comfort and encouragement to listeners. - Embracing the unexpected and trusting in God's plans has been a transformative and awe-inspiring revelation. - Remember, life's golden moments are not just milestones but opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and embracing the beauty of the unknown.
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- Thank you for joining me on this special episode of 24 Carat Conversations! - Stay tuned for genuine conversations, valuable insights, and empowering stories. - As we continue this journey together, may we find solace in the shared human experience and the wonders life has in store for us.
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Episode: Navigating the Joys and Hardships of Raising Teens with Ali Flynn
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Introduction: - Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Ali Flynn, the creator of Hang in there, Mama. - Ali is a dedicated mother to four daughters and offers daily encouragement and support to fellow moms on their motherhood journey. - In this episode, we dive into the joys and hardships of raising teens with an open heart, honesty, and empathy.
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Topic 1: Supporting Your Child Through Bullying: - Ali shares her insights on how to be a supportive parent when handling a bullying situation. - Discuss the importance of open communication, active listening, and creating a safe space for your child to share their experiences. - Emphasize the need to validate their feelings, provide guidance, and explore effective strategies to deal with bullying.
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Topic 2: Helping Your Child Cope with Bullying: - Explore ways to support your child when they are struggling with bullying. - Highlight the significance of building resilience and self-esteem in your teen. - Discuss practical steps parents can take to empower their child, such as fostering healthy coping mechanisms, seeking professional help if needed, and promoting a positive support system.
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Topic 3: Navigating the Challenges of Raising Teens: - Acknowledge the inherent difficulties of raising teenagers and the unique struggles that come with it. - Offer encouragement and understanding to parents going through this phase of parenthood. - Discuss the importance of self-care for parents and finding a balance between guidance and giving teens space to grow.
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Conclusion: - Raising teens is undoubtedly challenging, but it's a journey worth embarking on. - Ali's wisdom and personal experiences shed light on the realities of this life struggle. - We hope that this episode has provided valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the joys and hardships of raising teens with love, patience, and understanding.
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Outro: - Thank you for joining us on this episode of [Podcast Name]. - Make sure to connect with Ali Flynn on Hang in there, Mama for daily encouragement and support.
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- Stay tuned for more empowering discussions and inspiring stories to enhance your parenting journey.
Note: The podcast notes are a summary of the interview with Ali Flynn, highlighting the key topics discussed and the main takeaways for the audience.
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In this episode, I had a candid conversation with Natalie Weedman about grief. We chat about her story of losing her son Graham and how she processed the deep loss of losing their son at 14 months.
Some of the questions we engaged are:
Is God good even when bad happens?
How can we grieve well?
How do we lean into God, and what does that look like?
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Michelle is the host of the Christian Single Moms Podcast. Michelle is passionate about seeing people step into a better future. We had a great discussion about divorcing those things in our lives that aren't healthy. Although this conversation does talk about marriage and divorce, we also discuss transitioning into new seasons and learning to divorce the lies of the enemy.
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Molly Wilcox is an author and coach. She has an English degree and has been featured on Bible Gateway, Darling Magazine, Grit & Virtue, and Way Media. Her first book, “How Much More?” was released in August. As a certified Hope*Writers coach, she empowers faithful creatives to chase after their God-given dreams. When she isn’t writing, reading or coaching, she’s probably showing a stranger pictures of her mini goldendoodle pup. She lives with her husband in Franklin, TN.
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Jamie Heard this week! Her story will encourage you that restoration can happen even in the unknown.
Jamie Heard is co-founder and executive director of Faithfully Restored, a nonprofit that serves women who are walking through difficult situations. After experiencing the loss of her son, William, in December of 2015, God surrounded her family with a community of people who served as His hands and feet. She saw the goodness of God and His faithfulness in the midst of heartache and devastating loss. Because of this, Jamie has made it her life's mission to help women going through hard times. Her goal is to let women know that regardless of their current situation, they are not alone, and there is hope found in Jesus. Jamie and her husband, Daniel, live in Brentwood, TN, with their two girls, Madeline and Annie. To learn more about the mission of Faithfully Restored and provide support, please visit www.faithfullyrestoredwomen.com.
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This week I had the opportunity to talk to my dear friend Casey Wallace. She is a wife, mom, a founder of the Wallace Group, a real estate team that services the great area of Nashville, and an entrepreneur. We chatted about the struggles when stepping into your God-given dreams. She is such a great inspiration, and I know you will enjoy this conversation.
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Jessica sat down and had a very candid conversation about her transition from being a Makeup artist into a Biblical Beauty Coach. She talked about how when you calling shifts how you can step boldly into it!
Jessica Shakir is a Biblical Beauty Coach and Founder of The Beautiful Mind Academy, a global online community of Jesus-loving women renewing their minds with the Word of God and transforming their worlds through spiritual growth and trustworthy sisterhood! Through Soul Care and Spiritual Leadership Coaching Programs, Guest Speaker Masterclasses, and epic In-Person Retreats, Jessica helps women understand and live out Biblical Beauty to the Glory of God! Jessica has worked as a Celebrity Hair + Makeup Artist for 25 years with a clientele that includes Colbie Caillat, Kevin Bacon, Jane Lynch, Rachel Hunter, Grace Park, Daniel Dae Kim, The Backstreet Boys, and Eminem. She’s even more excited to get to work with women of God whom she admires including Lisa Bevere, Lisa Harper, Havilah Cunnington, Laurie Crouch, Victoria Osteen, Cece Winans, and many more. As a TV Beauty Expert, Jessica has been regularly featured on national TV segments on shows including ABC’s FABLife and The Dr. Oz Show. She was the Key Hair and Makeup Artist for Praise and Better Together for the Trinity Broadcast Network for 5 years and has worked on set of The Talk, Steve Harvey, Wendy Williams, and America’s Next Top Model. Jessica is wildly in love with her husband, Vincent Shakir, and she’s also passionate about encouraging single women to wait well by honoring God with a flourishing life! Vincent and Jessica just moved from Southern California to Sweet Home Alabama to build a home and open a restaurant, Bistro 17, in downtown Tuscaloosa! Above all, Jessica delights in her relationship with Jesus, she finds joy in living a beautiful life, and desires to raise up an army of God’s daughters who are spiritually equipped and ready to lead and love others well!
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Welcome to 24 Carat Conversations Podcast. This Season we will be chatting about Transitions in life.
Our guest is this week is Cathy Loerzel received her MA in Counseling Psychology in 2007 is the Co-Founder of The Allender Center at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and co-author of Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Your True Calling. She has spent the last 15 years developing the theory and methodology of a popular new coaching and therapeutic approach called Story Work that moves people through their past stories of heartache to heal and discover healthier ways of being in the world.
She is a story work coach, popular speaker, writer and consultant based out of Seattle, WA where she lives with her husband, 2 little boys, 2 big dogs and 7 chickens on their urban farm.
I couldn’t think of a more appropriate person to kick off this season about transitions in life than Cathy!
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Seasons change in our lives and that often comes with saying goodbye to things that are great. In this episode we share our hearts with our 24 Carat family and what our next chapters hold.
In the words of A.A. Milne
How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.
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This beautiful epiode was a candid conversation with Sarah De Orlando. She moved across the world and it changed her life. Her move, although scary and uncomfortable changed her life and changed her story.
Sarah de Orlando is an author, speaker, and the Chief-Hope-Giver of Sarah de Orlando Coaching, and she and her husband have a super-cute little girl, “Bug.” Sarah bravely left her structural engineering career after an experience in Poland revealed her true purpose: to live rooted in Jesus’ love and lavish it on others. Her passion is to coach women to discover and embrace their vibrant journey with the Lord so together, we may impact nations and generations for Jesus.
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Change is never never easy, in fact it can be very uncomfortable. Rhonda talks about a big change in her life and how in the midst of the change God was reminding her to trust Him. If you are navigating change this episode will encourage you!
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In this episode we discuss the writing process that Rhonda went through to publish her new devotional 24 Carat Conversations Devotional. The journey God took her on as she wrote and refining process God brough her through to emerge as pure gold
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Michelle Donnelly is the President and CEO of PlusONE Parents, a ministry devoted to helping single parents overcome overwhelm to rebuild God-empowered lives and raise up a new generation. A mother of three, Michelle is also the host of The Christian Single Moms Podcast and author of Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned, and Seen: Hope & Healing for Single Moms.
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It is easy to say we surrender it all to you God but do we?
This week we interviewed Michelle S Lazurek, she is a Multi-genre award winning author, literary agent and certified writing coach, Twelve time award winning author including a two- time Children's Book of the Year and Article of the Year award winner
We discussed the difficulties in surrendering it all to God. We had a candid discussion surrender and the difficulties around it. We know you will enjoy this episode
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It is Human Trafficking Awareness month and we wanted to share our guest Tania Andre Montanez story with you.
Tania Andre Montanez is an Anti-Human Trafficking Missionary and #Churchtoo Child Sexual Abuse Survivor who travels throughout the U.S. and internationally with her non-profit, "The Mavuno Project" sharing her testimony. She shares her transformational message of being a victim to a survivor and now a thriver. She has disruptively obeyed God and stepped into her purpose.
Tania has been featured on TBN Salsa (Trinity Broadcasting Network) and has spoken at women conferences, non-profit organizations, schools and churches. She has been honored by Congressional Recognition sealed by the US Congress and signed by Florida Congresswoman Frederica Wilson.
Tania has a B.A from Lee University in Ministry Leadership. She is married to Reginald and together, they own ARK Solvers (Cyber Security & Information Technology Services). They share a lifelong commitment for helping their community achieve family values, integrity, generosity, and gratitude.
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We are so excited to start this year out with a interview with our friend Corie Clark.
Corie is a entrepreneur, founder of purpose babe and simplicity society and she helps women find their God given purpose. We asked her to be on today to talk about goals, now you all know we believe in setting goals and we want you to start your year out right. So get your pen and paper out and get ready to start setting those goals!
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Last week Sunny shared Part 1 of her story, Sunny shares how God used her story to help others in their journey.
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This is Part One of a Two Part Series on the Story of Sunny Cain and Spiritual Abuse. She candidly shares her story and how she has overcome and is helping others in their faith journey.
Sunny Cain is a catalytic communicator who “brings the sunshine” wherever she goes. A dynamic leader who engages people with her authenticity, humor, & courage, Sunny regularly shines light on the path to freedom, healing, and transformation. She is a speaker, health coach, and the founder and CEO of the Impact Women Movement, and her messages of hope and purpose are rallying a generation to take action. She and her husband Paul live a life of crazy adventure in Nevada with their four children and their fur baby, Gauge.
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Have you ever felt like God is silent? How can we hear his voice and not question what we know what he has spoken to us.
We discuss our journey with doubt and disappointments and how we can hear His voice even in ways we may not understand.
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What is on the other side of fear? If we allow fear to dictate our circumstances we can get stuck and become stagnant. This week we discuss how to overcome fear and what is on the other side when we step out in faith.
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Part 2 of Divorce and the Church! Stacy shares the rest of her story and Gods incredible grace in a dark season of her life!
Stacy is a divorcee', Mom to her beautiful 25 year old daughter and mentor to women going through the divorce journey. Raised in church and a long time believer, Stacy has a passion to help unmask the shame that women can sometimes feel in the church community when going through a divorce. We know you will enjoy Stacy’s story and her journey toward finding freedom from the shame of divorce.
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Stacy is a divorcee', Mom to her beautiful 25 year old daughter and mentor to women going through the divorce journey. Raised in church and a long time believer, Stacy has a passion to help unmask the shame that women can sometimes feel in the church community when going through a divorce. We know you will enjoy Stacy’s courageous journey to find freedom from the shame she felt surrounding divorce.
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Last week we tackled a tough topic of Sex and the Church, this week we dive deeper into Shellie's story!
You won't want to miss Part 2 of this interview with Shellie Kennedy.
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We had the honor of interviewing Shellie Kennedy in a two part series about sex and the church. We get very honest about her story and how God redeemed it.
Shellie Kennedy is a life-long Christ follower. She has served in church ministry the majority of her adult life from young marrieds, to missions, to women's ministry, to now single women’s ministry after a tumultuous end to her 14 year marriage. Her forte is reaching the darkest, most hidden, and the least likely places to find Christians. Like serving in a strip club ministry for 6 years where they held church with girls inside of the club dressing rooms. She also serves with Samaritan’s Purse, Franklin Graham’s organization that extends hands-and-feet aid to the hurting after natural disasters. For Shellie knows, the darker the room, the brighter Jesus shines.
With a heart for people she goes after anything standing in the way of healing. Even if it is the church and has taken a stand with other church leaders to shift the culture and divide between the pews and the pulpit. Walking free from past bondage herself, she knows the difference in the scriptures declaring you’re free and FEELING free. She will commit her days to helping people find that for themselves.
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How do we forgive and show grace others and ourselves? Join us this week as we discuss this very important topic.
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In this episode we talk to Micaela about her own life journey and how she is passionate about helping women find their God given purpose.
Micaela is a Wife, Mother, Podcaster, Faith-Filled Mujer, Founder of The Fearless Mujer Podcast and Fearless Mujer Mentoring Program, and CEO of Fearless Mujer LLC. Micaela also attended Liberty University School of Business. Her mission is to see each Latina woman chase her big dreams and step into her God-given purpose. She dedicates her life to empowering women and to be a voice for them.
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This week we are discussing transition seasons in our life. We all encounter transitions in our lives. How do we get through them and trust that God is working through it?
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Shelley is a self-proclaimed recovering perfectionist, lover of Jesus, and entrepreneur. She is a professional pianist by trade, owns a skincare business, and runs an online community and coaching business for women of faith in entrepreneurship. Shelley is passionate about seeing other women flourish as daughters of the King as they build lives that impact others and glorify God. She and her husband, Bryan, reside in GA with their four kids.
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April Katherman-Redgrave is an author, speaker, blogger, and founder of Beauty for Our Ashes Ministry. As the surviving widow of fallen San Jose Police Motors Officer Michael J. Katherman, April experienced unimaginable brokenness and despair but also witnessed how God redeemed a terrible situation into one of great beauty and joy. Once a school teacher and aspiring educational administrator, April now writes and speaks to encourage law enforcement, widows, the grieving, blended families, and finding love after loss.
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Empathy is our topic this week. It’s easy to be sympathetic but empathy can often be hard. We discuss how to be more empathetic and what God says about it. So grab your favorite drink and join us!
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We had an opportunity to interview the very talented Deb DeArmond she is an author, a speaker, and relationship coach—helping others improve their interactions at work and at home. Her first book, Related by Chance, Family by Choice: *Transforming Mother-in-Law and Daughter-in-Law Relationships* from Kregel Publications.
Family dynamics are Deb’s passion, and her writing explores marriage, grandparenting, in-law and extended family relationships. Abingdon Press released I Choose You Today: 31 Choices to Make Love Last and her book about marital conflict, Don’t Go to Bed Angry. Stay Up and Fight! written with her husband, Ron.
Bumper Sticker Be-Attitudes is a humor-tinged devotional for the busy believer seeking deep truths with a chuckle on the side. Each chapter bears the title of an actual bumper sticker say collected by the author over several years.
Deb takes a different approach in the upcoming book, We May Be Done, But We’re Not Finished: Making the Rest of Your Life, the Best of Your Life. The book is a compilation with 22 authors sharing their amazing stories in living life fully after age 50. It touches on both the magic and the sometimes tragic – but God is the hero in each woman’s story.
Her work has been featured in several publications including Focus on the Family, Today’s Christian Woman, and her monthly column in Lifeway Magazine Mature Living.
Deb is wife to her high school sweetheart who showed her the path to become a Christ follower 42 years ago. Mom to three incredible sons and daughters-in-law. Gigi to seven perfect grandboys and (finally) a granddaughter. But Jesus is her favorite, and the others have learned to live with it.
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Cecilia Rubio-Watkins is a daughter, sister, wife, mother and motivational speaker to families. Raised in church; she leads worship and teaches in her community. Cecilia can be found leading weekly prayer and encouraging families via her Facebook and Instagram social media page “Your Household”. Recently, she published her first book "Born with Purpose" after the Lord began speaking to her about generations trusting the world systems (media, friends, social influencers, etc) to raise their children and tell them who they are. She believes we all have purpose and longs to see everyone live it out.
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We can't believe that we are at our 100th Episode! We had no idea that when we started this podcast it would take us on a journey to help other women. Sharing our own journeys and struggles have helped other women get honest and find purpose in their lives.
We celebrate with all of our 24 Carat Tribe and thank each one of you for listening and supporting us! Cheers to 100 more episodes!
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We had the opportunity this week to interview Eric and Rylie they are the hosts of Rawthentic Radio, a podcast about real conversations most people won’t have. Their honesty and vulnerability about Christianity and life was refreshing and insightful. We know you will enjoy this episode.
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This week we decided to chat about “The Thoughts In Our Head” , we wanted to just have a honest conversation about how life has been and share our journey over the last 7 months. We are learning to lean into our stories that are evolving and wanted to share this with our 24 Carat Tribe.
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We had the opportunity to speak to Andrea M Nyberg, she is a wife and mom passionate about helping you reframe your faith, motherhood and mental health with a both/and mindset. As a Christian who's struggled through the shame and confusion around "having the power of the Holy Spirit" yet feeling powerless against the disorders of anxiety and depression, Andrea offers solidarity that you are not alone if you're struggling, and it's ok to seek medical help as you also look to God for hope and healing.
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We had a great conversation with Jen Jones about leading a significant life.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California.
Jen knows what it’s like to experience the unexpected and have to grow through life’s greatest challenges. She advocates for differently-abled kids and their parents because she is mom to a daughter with Down Syndrome. She helps families identify their core values and champions women to know and own their God-given worth to live a life of significance.
She is a certified health coach, and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Jen has appeared as a speaker and coach in numerous conferences, retreats and podcasts, including ABC Family and the Live Out Loud Show. She is also the author of Thrive: Growing Through Life’s Greatest Challenges, Tribe: Building Your Family on What Matters Most, and The Five-Minute Marriage Mentor.
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We had a great interview with Samantha Morgan, who loves to encourage women with biblical truth. As an infertility survivor, adoptive mom, and founder of Rush to Hope Ministries she serves women through their own waiting seasons; bringing a biblical perspective to the whys, the hows, and the what ifs we live with every day.
Samantha will encourage you that in the wait, God is working in our lives. We know you will enjoy this episode!
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April was the National month of hope, it celebrates the power of hope. In this episode Phylis and Rhonda talk about finding hope when we are in hopeless seasons.
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We had to privilege to interview Stefanie Rodriguez, she shared her journey with postpartum depression. According to verywell.com, One in seven women experiences postpartum depression. Many women feel they need to suffer in silence,Stefanie wants to bring awareness by sharing her story with others and let them know they are not in this alone.
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This week we had the opportunity to interview Susan Neal, an RN, health coach, and Christian who wants to show you how to reclaim your health and ideal weight by giving you knowledge about unhealthy foods, solutions for resolving negative eating habits, and methods to incorporate God into your new healthy lifestyle.
When I was fifty I lost my health. I had no idea how precious it was until it was gone. I laid in bed, utterly exhausted, unable to function normally. It all began when an abscessed tooth poisoned my body. Over the next year, I developed ten medical diagnoses, endured two surgeries, and gained an unhealthy amount of weight. The doctors did all they could, but I still was not well.
As a registered nurse with a master’s degree in health science, I used my medical knowledge and the Bible to recover my health and weight. Taking a biblical approach to master my palate, I eliminated the foods I knew I should not eat. I want to share what I discovered, so you can achieve the extraordinary life God wants you to experience.
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• 7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates (Selah Award Winner)
• Christian Study Guide for 7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates (Best Bible Study Winner)
• Healthy Living Bullet Journal (Best Inspirational Gift Book Winner)
• Healthy Living Series: 3 Books in 1
Solving the Gluten Puzzle
I also developed a course, 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Health and Optimal Weight, to teach others what might be the root cause of their negative eating habits and how to resolve it.
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“Tanya Godsey is a Nashville based Singer Songwriter, Worship Leader, Speaker & Founder of Redeeming The Story Retreats. She is in that seemingly small family of Artists who are gifted and called to function as rare hybrids. As both Minister and creative conduit Tanya shares stories and truth, whether musical or spoken, with the true heart of a Pastor. Her deepest desire is to leave a lasting spiritual deposit in the heart of those who have ears to hear and to facilitate moments that give way to true encounters with God.”
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We had a chance to talk to Kathy Howard and discussed how we can be deeper rooted in our faith.
A former “cultural Christian,” Kathy Howard now has a passion for God’s Word that’s contagious. With more than 30 years of experience, Kathy has taught in dozens of states, internationally, and in a wide range of venues including multi-church conferences and large online events. She has a Masters of Christian Education from the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary. Kathy is the author of 10 books, including the new “meaty” devotional Deep-Rooted: Growing through the Gospel of Mark. She writes for multiple online magazines and devotional sites. Kathy and her husband live in the Dallas/Ft Worth area near family. They have three married children, six grandchildren, and two accidental dogs. Kathy provides free discipleship resources and blogs regularly at www.KathyHoward.org.
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Today we are airing a Podcast interview Phylis did with friend and coaching mentor Corie Clark. Corie is the host of "The Purpose Babe Show". Corie is also the creator of "The Purposeful Planner" monthly calendar. Phylis met Corie a few years ago and took her master class online to perfect her coaching and course techniques. They discuss how Phylis became a first time author and how it led to so much more!
Phylis is sharing some of her tips for writing your first book and has some great nuggets of wisdom to share with any woman.
As always, you can go to her website at www.phylismantelli.com to connect with her personally for any coaching or writing needs.
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Meghan Markle interview with Oprah really brought up some good discussions on mental health awareness, a few weeks ago we had the honor of interviewing Brittney Moses about mental health and the stigma behind it. Her honest conversation about faith and mental wellness was so insightful.
So sit back and relax as we discuss this very important topic.
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Brittney Moses is a Los Angeles native, passionate about seeing this generation live on purpose. While in the study of Psychology and research assisting at UCLA, she leverages her platform to reduce stigma and assist with helpful information at the intersection of faith, culture and mental health. Brittney is also a certified recovery support group facilitator with NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness and a Crisis Counselor with the Crisis Textline. Still, her favorite part of life is being called Mommy to her sweet son Austin.
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This week Phylis and Rhonda discuss the importance of Rest. We often want to bypass what we need mentally and physically. Rest is so important for our souls and when we don’t take the time to rest it takes a toll on us in every aspect of our lives.
We hope this episode will inspire you to find the importance in resting.
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This week we want to welcome our guest Mabel Ninan, she is a writer and speaker. We discussed embracing our immigrant identity, born and raised within the minority Christian community in India, Mabel moved to the United States in 2008 and struggled to fit in and longed for rootedness and belonging, God opened her eyes to the fact that she was a spiritual immigrant too, a foreigner on earth who does not belong in this world. She has a mission to encourage believer to embrace their immigrant journey on earth and live out their calling with boldness and passion.
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We want to welcome this weeks guest Courtney Misener, she has worked with non-profits, start-ups, and companies both small and large, to provide tools that promote emotional health, respectful communication, awareness around depression and empathy, self-affirmations and self-care, and how to establish healthy boundaries (with others and ourselves).
She is a rockstar/pastor’s wife and the head negotiator and biggest fan of her three very spunky boys.
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We had the opportunity to talk to Liz Vasquez about love and marriage. Her and her husband have a passion for helping other couples navigate through the ups and downs of married life. We had an amazing conversation about the ups and downs of marriage.
Liz and her husband JJ Vasquez founded and Pastors Journey Church in Winter Park, Florida for the past 4 years. Her and her husband have been happily married since 2008. She also homeschools her two boys Justice (8 yrs. old) and Zane (7 yrs. old).
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We had an opportunity to interview the 2 Lindas' or as they call themselves Goldie and Rose! We discussed their Linked Personality Guide. We are all made uniquely and understanding how we understand ourselves and the way God created us can really help us in our relationship with others.
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Linda Gilden is an award-winning author, speaker, editor, writing coach and personality consultant. She enjoys helping others understand their personalities so they can build better relationships with those around them
Linda Goldfarb is an international speaker, author board certified life coach, and personality consultant. She believes understanding the personalities is key to growing successful life connections with others
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This week we are discussing the difference between a coach, mentor and counselor. In life we often need each of these people in our lives, we discuss which option may be best for what season you may be in. Enjoy this weeks conversation and sparkle on friends!
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Do you choose a Word for the year? This is something both Phylis and I have done for a while so we decided to share how we choose a word and why it’s so important to have a Word for the year!
We hope that this episode will encourage and inspire you to choose your Word for the year!
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Emotional Intelligence is something that we have been learning about and we wanted to share how understanding this can help you navigate through life circumstances.
Jeff has been a pastor his entire adult life; with students, a non-profit, campus lead pastor for a multi site church, and now as a life coach and pastoral counselor.
In 2012 he enrolled in a leadership program with Christian psychologist Dr. John Townsend where he began to learn the importance of emotional intelligence. The experience saved his life and marriage. It was so transformative that he became a director in the Townsend Leadership Program. Later, he and wife, Lisa, formed Myers Life and Leadership to bring freedom and emotional wholeness to individuals, couples and the Church. They are currently working on the inside sales team at Redfin Real Estate while building the coaching ministry and creating a small retreat home on California’s central coast where they will begin hosting pastors and leaders in 2021. Jeff and Lisa have been married for 26 years and live with their four kids, ages 10-22, in Southern California. You can reach him at Jeff@myerslifeandleadership.com and on Instagram @myerslifeandleadership.
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We have been on a break for a few weeks but over the holidays Rhonda got a chance to have a conversation with her little brother Jeff about the truth in being transparent! We often have a hard time sharing our stories with others but we never know how our story can impact someone else! We know you will enjoy Jeffs story and this bonus episode!
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We know this year has been full of challenges and lots of ups and downs, in this weeks episode Phylis and Rhonda discuss the Top 5 things they learned during 2020.
We hope that this will encourage you as you reflect on what 2020 has also taught you!
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Page Geske is the author of Milepost 95, From Wreckage to Redemption. She shared her story of redemption with us this week.
She has a BA in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Public Relations from Virginia Tech. She currently works as a sales professional in the advertising industry. Page has intentionally pursued living out loud according to God’s original design. She enjoys hiking, road biking, kayaking and snowshoeing. She is the proud mother of three adult sons. Page makes her home in the beautiful landscape of southeastern Idaho.
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We had a great opportunity to talk to Toni Julian from “ Toni Talks, Humanity Matters Podcast” We talked about switching our mindset and our experiences through this very tough year. It was an insightful conversation and we were so honored to be a part of her podcast! We hope that this episode helps you reset your mindset and encourages you!
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This is an episode that Rhonda was interviewed on about the Mindset by Talk show host of You Can't Stop Step Up, Nneoma and guest Brian Penso.
Mindset is so powerful and this conversation is about how important it is to guard our mind and stay the course even when we are in a situation that seems to want to take us down the spiral of uncertainty
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We had a amazing conversation with Peggy Sue Wells this week!
“Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.”
History buff, and tropical island votary, PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Writing from the 100-Acre wood in Indiana, PeggySue is the bestselling author of 29 books, translated into eight languages, including The Slave Across the Street, Slavery in the Land of the Free, Bonding With Your Child Through Boundaries, Homeless for the Holidays, Chasing Sunrise, and The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.
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We had a fabulous interview with Sarah Nuse this week. She is an entrepreneur, wife and mother of three. She has successfully run a thriving business for nearly 20 years with Tippi Toes franchises across the country. She is an author, speaker, shoe designer and creator of four children's music albums. She is passionate about helping women successfully run their business while balancing her family.
She also shares her story of being on Shark Tank, its a story you will enjoy hearing! We hope you enjoy this episode
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Do you know what the enneagram is? Have your tried to understand it but just can't quite get why it's important to know what your number is?
We enjoyed a conversation about the enneagram with Hillarie Kay, she is a small business coach and expert on the enneagram. We talk about why the enneagram can help you build better relationships with people both personally and professionally.
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It’s that time again!
Generational Conversation with Nina and Dominique.
This time they are discussing the journey to becoming an entrepreneur. We discuss the struggles of finding your way after college and how to take steps to pursue your passion. Often you need to try things out in order to find your passion and they discuss very candid and practical ways to walk through that process.
This episode will inspire you to pursue your dreams and passions!
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This week we are going to talk about worship and how important it is to our faith! We wanted to share our perspectives on what worship means to us. Worship is an act of surrender and allows our hearts to be prepared to speak to us. We hope that this episode inspires you to dig deeper in your faith.
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Debbie Boyd, by her own account was living a happy married and blessed life as an accomplished Supply Chain Sourcing Director for a major Silicon Valley technology company and Mother to two beautiful daughters. In October 2005, Debbie’s life dramatically changed when her 27 year old daughter Christie disappeared without a trace from a casino in Placer County CA. In 2006 the man that abducted Christie was convicted of her murder and sentenced to 59 years to life in prison, but refused to disclose where he hid Christie’s body. After nearly “15” difficult years, on August 20, 2020, Debbie received the news that her beloved daughter Christie’s remains had finally been recovered; they were found buried at the killer’s former home in Auburn, CA.
Throughout this difficult journey, Debbie has remained steadfast in her Faith and never lost hope of finding her daughter. Debbie has turned the grief, anguish and torture inflicted upon her and her family into action and goodness, by serving others through victim advocacy, teaching, and awareness.
Debbie shares her story of loss and victory in this episode and we know that you will find her story very inspirational.
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We had the privilege of interviewing Leah Luong this week,
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Leah and her husband, Tommy, made the move to Los Angeles, CA, in January of 2017. They have been married now for 4 years. Leah is the founder of the Zara Eleanor Foundation, which honors her daughter Zara who was stillborn in August of 2019. This organization helps families financially and emotionally who have faced the loss of a child through a 12 month program of professional counseling, one on one mentorship, and the families next steps as they grieve. Leah enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling in her free time.
Her story of loss and hope is one you will not want to miss this week. We encourage you to share with your friends and also with those you know who have endured infant loss. Leah is truly an inspiration!
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This month is Infant and Pregnancy Loss Awareness and we wanted to honor this month so we invited Linda to share her beautiful story of how she is impacting may families with her ministry He Knows my Name.
Linda’s impact in Indiana and beyond has included providing funerals and headstones for babies and children. These gifts are given to babies who are abandoned and to serve under resourced families. Linda has claimed 28 babies in several states and has dedicated over 120 headstones in 8 states. Linda has advocated for the Safe Haven Baby Box, which became a law in July 2018. The SHBB allows a baby to be safely surrendered anonymously without fear of arrest or prosecution.
Currently, Linda is focusing on raising awareness for Cuddle Cots, a cooling device used in hospitals, which gives the “gift of time” to mourning parents. With community involvement, He Knows Your Name has sponsored over 30 Cuddle Cots in 5 states hospitals, most in Indiana, making Indiana number one in the country. This has benefited bereaving families when they experience Infant & Pregnancy Loss.
Nationally, Linda appeared on The Steve Harvey Show, was a guest on ‘In the Market ‘ with Janet Parshall, The Harvest Show, and was a guest author on Ann Voskamp’s blog. Her story has been featured on dozens of radio shows and print publications. Linda has received the Jefferson Award from ABC, the McMiracle Award from The McDonald’s Foundation, United Way's 100 Heroes and the Fox News Community Hero of the Month Award.
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Patsy shares her life changing injury and how she overcame the challenges that proceeded it. This is an episode you won’t want to miss, she really puts life challenges into perspectives.
We know you will enjoy this episode of resilience and overcoming challenges we don't expect.
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This week we had a great interview with Sloane Ketcham, she shares her personal story of transformation.
Sloane is an author and speaker and shares her story of being a teen mom and how God took her journey and brought beauty out of it. We hope you enjoy this episode this week and make sure to check out her book Beautiful Girl You Can Do Hard things.
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It is that time again.. Generational Conversations with Nina and Dominique!.. This week we are talking about relationships in COVID
We get honest about how we are all dealing with relationships and how we are navigating through it and we all know friends it hasn't been easy!
We hope you enjoy this episode.. share it with your friends and don't forget to give us a review!
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We chat with Crystal about the organization Faith Wife Hero. She has a desire to help Peace Officer families by bringing encouragement, support and mental health awareness.
She mentors and encourages the spouses of first responders both personally and through her organization. She uses her training and years of experience in mentoring to advocate for healthy marriage and family relationships in the Law Enforcement community.
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This week we are talking to Darla Salas, she is an author and speaker.
She talks about Living a Faith-Full Life, and how having faith in the midst of our storms. She has a passion to help women discover our faith and encourages us to put our faith into action. She wants us to know Gods voice and allow him to speak into our heart and minds.
You will be encouraged and inspired by this conversation!
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We all go through many season in life.. not sure what season you may be in right now but we wanted to have an honest conversation about how to press forward during tough seasons.
We hope that you will enjoy this episode and it will give you hope and encourage you today!
Galatians 6:9
" Let us not become weary in doing good, for in the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up"
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It is so hard to be kind to ourself and creating safe spaces for our emotions, in this interview with Kaitlyn she talks about how we can control emotions even in the midst of chaos. She walks us through a breathing and grounding exercise.
Its the perfect way to start your day! So grab a cup of tea or coffee and find a quiet place and enjoy this amazing episode!
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In this weeks episode we chatted with Cheri Gregory, we talk about the highly sensitive person. You may not even realize to are a highly sensitive person or maybe your child or significant other is a highly sensitive , but Cheri breaks down what that can look like and how to manage it in our everyday lives.
Cheri is a Certified Personality Trainer through CLASS Seminars, Cheri has been teaching The Personalities to parents, teachers, and teens for more than two decades. She has written numerous magazine articles and drama scripts and is featured inWired That Way: The Complete Personality Plan by Marita Littauer; The Husband Project, Happy Habits for Any Couple, 21 Ways to Connect with Your Kids, I Need Some Help Here, and Clutter Free by Kathi Lipp; and When a Mom Inspires Her Daughter by Cindi McMenamin.
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We decided that we need a bit of a laugh and wanted to also share some of our hair care tips!
In this episode we chat about the hair products we use and also share a few funny stories about the crazy things we have done to our hair!
This episode is lighthearted and will make you smile!
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This interview with Jessica was so beautiful, she shared her story of physical pain and challenges us to have joy in the midst of our circumstances!
This is such a encouraging episode and we know you are going to love Jessica! She is such a light to many!
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We were able to have an amazing conversation with Dr. Brittany Maschal she is the Founder of Strategy Girl.
Strategy Girl is an organization working to advance young women and change the conversation around leadership, ambition, and community-building. SG's vision is a world where ambitious girls lift each other up in order to all rise.
We love collaboration and in this conversation we have an amazing talk about teaching our younger generation how to support and lift each other up!
We know you will enjoy this conversation
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We enjoy talking to our younger generation about what they are going through and how they are dealing with everyday struggles. In this episode Nina spills the tea on going through college, building a business and dealing with anxiety.
You will enjoy this transparent conversation with Nina!
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Our guest this week is a spoken word poet, author and artist. Her mind shifting creativity inspires inner healing and racial reconciliation.
A perspective on how America can heal and unify as a nation.
She was such a joy to have on the show and her powerful poem she shares with us called "Grateful" brought tears to our eyes.
We know you will enjoy this episode! Sparkle on
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We are so excited to have this conversation with Karen Hagan, she is a speaker, writer, mentor, and coach, not to mention wife, mother, grandma, and friend. Her passion is to help people discover the value, identity and purpose that God has for them. We so enjoyed chatting with her and we are excited to have you listen to her story!
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We love to hear perspectives of different generations, we are calling it Generation Perspectives.. In this episode we talk to Dominique and she shares her perspective on being a younger woman in her mid 20's and how she has navigated life situations, how her move to NY shaped her and the growth that it brought in her life.
In honor of Fathers Day we decided to sit down with some of the dads in our lives and ask them questions about their perspective on fatherhood!
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Its our Anniversary! We are so excited to celebrate this episode with you! We can't believe its been 1 year!
On this episode we talk about last years challenges and our amazing victories!
We hope you laugh and maybe you might cry with us on this celebratory episode 24 Carat Tribe!
This week we were honored to chat with Mis, she shares her life journey and how through adversity she was able to find purpose.
Her story is beautiful and we know that you will enjoy listening to how God was able to bring her through some incredibly tough times and lead her to be passionate about empowering the next generation!
We know that you will enjoy hearing her story!
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We are excited to share the 2nd part of the series on Health and Wellness with Toni Julian. Her journey to health and wellness did not come easy but she endured through tough life situations to overcome, build a business and help others with their health journey.
We know you will enjoy this 2nd part of this interview with Toni!
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We continue our series on wellness and health. This week we welcome our guest Toni Julian, she is a health expert, entreprenuer, author and speaker. We chat about her life journey in Part 1 of this 2 part series.
We know you will enjoy our guest and this episode!
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We are kicking off a 3 part series on health and wellness. We interviewed Kelly Miller this week, we discuss healthy eating habits and overall wellness.
We are excited to share this episode with you! Hope you enjoy it and don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends!
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We wanted to do a special episode in honor of all our moms and grandmas for Mothers Day! We are excited to share some insights with you. Phylis shares about how to deal with a dysfunctional relationship with your mom and we will share about how we feel about motherhood and the moms who have made an impact on our lives.
We are so excited to welcome back our guest Kathy MacPhail, we discuss how we are navigating through this new season we call Shelter In Place.
Kathy is alway a joy to have on the show and know you will enjoy this weeks episode!
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In this episode we talk to our daughters Dominque and Nina about what its like to be single and in a relationship during this time, we wanted to hear their perspectives as a younger adult and living in this very unprecedented time!
We know this episode will encourage and inspire you!
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Karrie is the founder of Freedom Movement and also the author of the devotional The Exchange. She is an inspiration to many women!
Her story will inspire you and we dig deep into how we overcome pain in our lives and how to move through the pain into complete healing.
We know you will enjoy this episode!
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We recorded this episode about a month back and with all of the seriousness we wanted to lighten the mood and give you some of our beauty tips and tricks!
We hope that this episode brings some sunshine to your day!
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In this weeks episode we continue our conversation about our perspectives on fear and how we are combating it.
We also chat with Nina and Dominique on how their generation is dealing with this COVID -19 pandemic.
So grab your coffee and join us for this conversation!
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This is part of a 2 week series. We chatted with our daughters Nina and Dominique about their perspectives on fear. We wanted to hear from the younger generation how this pandemic was affecting them and how they are handling it.
We hope this episode encourages and inspires you and help you with understanding we are all feeling fear but we are all in it together!
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We recorded this episode before this virus had really taken hold of the nation. It was a honest conversation about how we felt about fear and what was going on in the world.
Our hope is that our conversation will resonate with you and give you strength to find hope in the midst of this situation we are all in!
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Phylis and I have both been through tough situations in marriage and it wasn't always easy to navigate. We wanted to share our stories with you and give you some insight on how to navigate through tragedies when we encounter them in our marriage.
We all know that life can be unpredictable and so how we deal with tragedy is important to the health of our marriage
We hope this episode will help you and give you insight!
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In this episode we will discuss life after your children leave the nest, and yes we know it can be quite an adjustment for parents. We want to help you navigate through this journey. We hope this episode will help you as you move into this next season in life.
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In this episode we had a conversations with our mentor and Rhonda's mom Lorraine.
Mama Lorraine shares her story of love, life and the struggles endured as a wife, mom and a pastors wife.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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In this weeks episode we discuss how to step into your purpose and find you WHY!
Sometimes we let our fear hold us back from our purpose, we want to encourage you in this episode to "do it scared"
We hope this episode encourages and inspires you!
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In this episode we discuss domestic violence, we want to have a candid discussion with you about anger and when it goes too far. This may be a sensitive subject but we felt it was a topic we needed to address. We hope that this will this episode will bring insight on a very hard topic.
If you are struggling in a relationship with domestic violence, we want you to reach out and get help.
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In this weeks episode we discuss how being a mom is hard and so often we can feel judged by others. How can we overcome this ?
We are going to chat about how to be supportive of one another instead of judging each other.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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We often tend to let our past ruin our present life, we isolate ourselves and put unrealistic expectations on people. So how can we be better about dealing with our past and not letting it ruin our future. We know you will enjoy this episode.
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We so often want to compete instead of collaborate but we need to learn that her success doesn't mean our demise and our demise doesn't mean her success. In this episode we speak to Amy Evans from Align Women and she candidly speaks about how we can collaborate with one another rather than compete.. an in turn making us all succeed! Collaboration can very much mean multiplication... Are you ready to collaborate?
We hope you enjoy this episode and we believe this will inspire you!
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Our guest this week will touch your heart and inspire you.. She is a jewelry designer from New Orleans who started her business out of a very tragic event in her life! She is such a wonderful and inspirational woman and we know you will enjoy hearing her story!
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In this episode we interview, Sarah Boyd she is an authority on resilience, courage, and creativity.
She holds a Masters in Educational Psychology & a Diploma of Neuroscience of Leadership.
Sarah has deeply personal experience in navigating stressful life events, such as cancer and chronic health conditions, while building and running successful businesses in America and Australia.
She is the Founder of Resilient Little Hearts Children’s Publishing House, & a children’s book author.
She is passionate about lifting the limits off an individuals potential so they can pursue their dreams & live a meaningful life.
We know you will enjoy this episode! Sparkle on!
Phylis was interviewed by Heike Yates of Pursue your Spark Podcast. Phylis shares about her book Unmothered and how we can have healthy mother daughter relationships.
In this episode we discuss how important it is to have a good tribe of people who surround you. Many of us have a hard time finding the right group of people to surround ourselves with and in this episode we get very candid about our own friendship!
We hope you enjoy this episode! Sparkle On!
In this episode we talk about goal planning, Rhonda loves goals, Phylis not so much! We discuss how we can plan for the future and make goals that are effective for the year to come! Hope this episode will inspire you to plan for the New Year!
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Taylor Jay is not just a fashion entrepreneur, she overcame early life challenges, that fueled her and helped her to attain her dream of being a fashion designer. Taylors' story is incredibly inspirational.
She wants to inspire women to walk confidently and comfortable towards their dreams.
We hope you enjoy our conversations with her.
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This week we interview Heike Yates, she is the host of a podcast called Pursue your spark, she encourages women to find their passion at any age. Her story will not only inspire you but also encourage you to find your spark! We hope you enjoy this episode.
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In today's episode we chat with the lovely Jenn Buell, she shares her story of being a widow and raising 4 kids, her honest open conversation about the ups and downs of life will inspire and encourage you!
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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The holidays are suppose to be the most joyful time of the year but for some it is a very stressful time, in this episode we talk about how to manage holiday stress so you can enjoy the season! We hope you enjoy this episode!
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In this episode we discuss thankfulness, it's easy to be thankful in the wonderful seasons, but what about when it's a hard season, how do you be thankful then?
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In this 2 part series we will be chatting with Kathy MacPhail about her story and how we renew our minds when things don't seem to go our way! You will enjoy this episode, Kathy is funny and inspirational and her story will encourage you.
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We are so excited to have our special guest Corie Clark the creator of the purposeful planner, she shares with us her story of how she started her business and the journey it took to get there!
You don't want to miss out on this episode! We hope you enjoy it! Sparkle on!
On this episode we are going to discuss imposter syndrome and how it affects us. We address our feelings of inadequacy and how we deal with it.
We hope this episode encourages!
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On this episode we wanted to honor all the good men out there. We wanted to share our insight on good men and why we appreciate them. We think you will enjoy this episode.
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On this episode we discuss anxiety and depression and how each one of us can be affected by it. We know that this is a very difficult topic but we hope that our stories will comfort you and help you realize that you are not alone if this is something you struggle with.
In this episode we discuss Mentorship. Maybe you're looking to find someone to mentor you or maybe you are looking to be a mentor to someone else. We hope this episode will help you see how important mentorship is in each season of life.
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In this episode we will discuss how to navigate through difficult relationships with women in friendships and in business.
We hope this will encourage you to foster deeper relationships with other women and that we will empower each other instead of compete with one another.
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In this episode, we discuss Menopause and the effect on our bodies... a subject we would rather not talk about
We will discuss how we have dealt with it and how you can get through it. No matter what age you are, we are all headed there sooo... Let’s chat about it.
On today's episode we will discuss how trauma and grief affect us. Phylis and Rhonda share their stories of grief and loss and how they found purpose in their pain. We hope this will encourage you!
On this episode, our very own Phylis Mantelli talks about her new book Unmothered and how she was able to break generational dysfunction. We know you will enjoy this interview with Phylis and we hope you will be encouraged by her story!
In this episode our guest Nina Velez and Dominique Mantelli join us as we explore mother daughter relationships. They give us their perspective on how to have a healthy relationship with your mother! Hope this encourage and inspires you!
In todays episode we will explore mother and daughter relationships the joys and the struggles. We hope you will enjoy Part 1 of this series as we take a deep dive into developing relationships with our daughters!
On today's episode we are going to discuss relationships with In Laws and Boundaries. We know this is a hot topic for many couples, so we hope this will encourage to move toward positive communication with your in laws!
This episode is dedicated to our City of Gilroy California, on July 28th a mass shooting devastated our community and shook us to the core! This week there were two more mass shootings, one in El Paso TX and one in Dayton OH, as our country reels from all of this we want to discuss grief, loss and the journey it takes us on. We hope and pray that this episode inspires you! WE ARE GILROY STRONG
On today's episode we will discuss the topic of beautiful, what do you consider beautiful? Is it a state of mind or physical attribute. Join us as we tackle this topic!
On today's episode we will chat about what success is and what it is not. We will discuss what success means to us and how you can be successful no matter where you are in life.
On todays episode will will explore the dynamics of being a working mom and being a stay at home mom. We will encourage you on how to work with each other and to be a better support to one another.
On todays episode we are going to dig deeper as we discuss our faith journey and the difference of being raised in faith and finding your faith later in life. We hope it encourages you to find a deeper meaning in your faith journey.
In todays episode we will talk about marriage, the good, bad and hopefully the forever! We are going to be transparent about our journey in marriage and share some tips on how you can have a more successful marriage.
Check it out and let us know what you think!
On today's episode we will discuss what friendship is suppose to be and what it shouldn't be. You will take a look into our friendship and how we have navigated through some difficult situations. Check it out and let us know what you think!