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April Bragg

Christian Life Coach April Bragg shares Biblical and timeless truths to help you live a purposeful and successful life. Topics cover life management, time management, and practical steps to grow in grace.

Most business owners fail at planning in one of three ways.They don’t have a real plan.They grip the plan so tightly they miss the shortcuts.They build a plan that secretly requires a miracle.In this video I break down the difference between Map Math and Portal Physics — and show you the posture that makes business planning feel helpful instead of hard.Make the map.Hold it loosely.Stay available for the opportunities you couldn’t have planned.If you want help mapping out your business and seeing the portals more clearly, that’s what the TimeRich Business Club is for. We help overextended entrepreneurs find the one move that will grow their business this week without adding more to their plate.Try the Club free for 7 days: https://www.skool.com/timerich/about

You’re going to be misunderstood.Especially if you’re building a business, sharing ideas, and saying something that actually matters.The problem isn’t that people won’t always understand you. The problem is what we often do NEXT: soften our message until it says nothing, waste our energy trying to convince people who don’t want to understand, or mistake disagreement for misunderstanding.In this live, we’re talking about how to:• Accept that not everyone will get you• Use misunderstanding and disagreement to become a better communicator• Build the self-trust to say what you mean—and give yourself do-overs• Stop preaching to the choir and rage baiting the opposition• Get unmistakably clear for the people who are ready to hear youYour business doesn’t need a message nobody can criticize.It needs a message that’s unmistakably clear to the people who are ready to hear it.Ready to simplify your business and figure out what actually deserves your attention next?Join me for the free TimeRich Business Reset:https://aprilbragg.com/reset/

Feeling stuck in your business does not always mean you need to work harder.Sometimes the real problem is that you cannot see where you are going.Sometimes part of you is resisting the path.Sometimes you do not have the skill yet.Sometimes your attention is scattered.And sometimes you are simply running out of fuel.In this video, I break down the 5 reasons your business may feel stuck:Eyes — You cannot clearly see where you are goingHeart — Part of you is not fully on boardHands — You do not know how yetMind — Your attention keeps leaving the roadStrength — You do not have the capacity to keep pushing the way you have beenYour business is a vehicle.Its job is not to consume your life.Its job is to help take you, your life, your family, and the people you serve toward a better destination.The goal is not to fix everything at once.Identify the real constraint.Solve for that.And make the next right move.If you would like help figuring out what is actually keeping your business stuck, join me for the next free TimeRich Business Reset.Only 15 spots are available.👉 aprilbragg.com/reset

Feeling scattered every time you sit down to do meaningful work?You may not be undisciplined. You may be trying to focus with every door wide open.In this video, I’m walking you through the focus practice every overextended entrepreneur needs: how to move from hijacked attention to cultivated focus.You’ll learn a simple 4-step framework to help you protect your clarity, deepen your thinking, and move meaningful work forward without adding more noise to your life.We’ll cover: How to set an appointment with your deeper, more present self Why closing the doors to distraction matters more than trying harder Why you should explore what you already know before absorbing everyone else’s input Why starting with just 15 minutes can rebuild your capacity for focus Why focus feels uncomfortable at first How cultivating focus helps you protect your peace, presence, and business momentumIn a world designed to steal your attention, focus is not just a productivity trick.It is how you protect your ability to think clearly, choose wisely, and build a business that does not run your life into the ground.If you are an overextended entrepreneur trying to grow your business while still enjoying your actual life, this is for you.Want help putting this into practice - this week, for free?Join the TimeRich Reset - https://aprilbragg.com/reset/Want help slowing the swirl and identifying the one move that matters most in your business, weekly?Join the TimeRich Business Club here:https://www.skool.com/timerich/aboutComment below: What’s one door you’re going to close this week so you can go deeper?

Do you need to stay… or go?In this video, I’m talking about how to love your life again without blowing it up — because sometimes the answer is not to quit everything, burn it all down, and start over.But it’s also not to keep tolerating resentment and call it responsibility.Becoming Time Rich means doing what you love and/or loving what you do.And that requires asking better questions:Am I staying because of my values?Or am I staying because of fear?What can I change?What must I accept?What is this pain trying to teach me?Because the pain is not the problem. The pain is the signal.And sometimes the kindest thing you can do is stay awake to the life you’re actually choosing.Need help sorting through a decision? Download my free One Minute Decision Filter here:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/And if you want help finding your next clear move, join me for a TimeRich Reset — a live reset where we slow the noise down, tell the truth, and find the one next step that actually matters.Start here:https://aprilbragg.com/reset/#TimeRich #DecisionMaking #LifeClarity #ClarityCoach #ValuesBasedLiving #PersonalGrowth #FaithAndLife #WomenInBusiness #IntentionalLiving

You think you need more opportunities.But what if more opportunities aren’t the real problem?In this Live, we’ll talk about why saying yes to too many good things can quietly become one of the biggest constraints in your business.More invitations.More ideas.More collaborations.More client requests.More platforms.More “quick little things” that somehow consume your entire week like they pay rent.The issue may not be lack of opportunity.It may be the cost of your yes.Because every yes spends something.Your time.Your energy.Your attention.Your focus.Your margin.Your ability to follow through on the work that actually grows the business.If your business feels scattered, heavy, or hard to move forward, you may not need more opportunities.You may need more no’s.🔹 Ready to find your one move for this week?Join the next TimeRich Business Reset here:https://aprilbragg.com/reset/Inside the Reset, we’ll find the real constraint slowing your business down and choose the one move that can create growth without adding more to your plate.🔹 To make more confident decisions - download the One Minute Decision Filter here - https://aprilbragg.com/decide/#TimeRichBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessStrategy #BusinessClarity #ServiceBasedBusiness #AprilBragg

You think you need more followers.But what if audience size isn’t the real problem?In this Live, we’ll talk about why more visibility does not automatically create more clients — and how a clearer promise may be the missing move in your business.Because if the right people see your content but still don’t understand what you help them do, why it matters, or why now… more followers may only create more noise.The issue may not be reach.It may be clarity.🔹 Ready to find your one move for this week?Join the next TimeRich Business Reset here: https://aprilbragg.com/reset/Inside the Reset, we’ll find the real constraint slowing your business down and choose the one move that can create growth without adding more to your plate.#TimeRichBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessStrategy #BusinessClarity #ServiceBasedBusiness #AprilBragg

You think you need more content.But what if posting more isn’t the real problem?In this Live, we’ll talk about why more content doesn’t always create more clients — and how a clearer invitation may be the missing move in your business.If people are watching, reading, liking, or quietly agreeing with you… but not taking the next step, the issue may not be consistency.It may be clarity.🔹 Ready to find your one move for this week?Join the next TimeRich Business Reset here:https://aprilbragg.com/reset/Inside the Reset, we’ll find the real constraint slowing your business down and choose the one move that can create growth without adding more to your plate.#TimeRichBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessStrategy #BusinessClarity #ServiceBasedBusiness #AprilBragg

You’ve been told it just takes more time. Be patient.But what if time isn’t the real problem?In this Live, we’re talking about one of the sneakiest traps in entrepreneurship: believing “it just takes time” when the real issue is that you haven’t named the constraint.Because your business does not grow just because you spend more time on it.Your business grows when your time is pointed at the right constraint.In this video, you’ll learn the one better question that can turn vague waiting into focused movement:“What is the real constraint stopping my business from growing right now?”We’ll look at the three common business constraints:1. People don’t know — a marketing constraint2. People don’t buy — a selling constraint3. The business can’t sustain what it sells — a delivery constraintIf you’ve been waiting for more time, a slower season, a better routine, or the magical moment when you finally feel ready… this will help you stop waiting and choose the right next move.🔹 Ready to find your one move for this week?Join the next TimeRich Business Reset here:https://aprilbragg.com/reset/Inside the Reset, we’ll find the real constraint slowing your business down and choose the one move that can create growth without adding more to your plate.You do not need seventeen more strategies.You need the right next move.#TimeRichBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessStrategy #BusinessClarity #ServiceBasedBusiness #AprilBragg

You're not rebellious. You Might have been misplacedHave you ever felt like a misfit in the Kingdom of God?Like you love God, want to obey Him, want to serve faithfully… but somehow, you still don’t quite fit?Maybe you were too intense.Too sensitive.Too direct.Too curious.Too independent.Too unwilling to sit down, be quiet, and call confusion humility.But what if you’re not a misfit?What if you’ve just been misplaced?In this live teaching, we’ll talk about three reasons you may feel like a misfit — and what may actually be going on:1. You’re misplaced in the wrong service. Stop confusing busyness with assignment.2. You’re misplaced under the wrong authority. Stop waiting for permission and calling it submission.3. You’re misplaced inside the wrong category. Stop calling your difference a defect.Because there are no misfits in the Kingdom of God.There are peculiar people.There are royal priests.There are kings and priests unto God.There are people whose calling did not fit the old categories because God was preparing them for an expression the old categories could not hold.Man may not give you a pulpit.But maybe God gave you a YouTube channel.Scriptures referenced include:Matthew 11:28-30Acts 5:291 Peter 2:9Revelation 1:5-62 Timothy 1:72 Corinthians 12:9-10John 10:27Grab my free One-Minute Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/Free LIVE Class - TimeRich Business & Life - Find the ONE POWER MOVE that will give you real growth this week - https://aprilbragg.com/reset/

How to Fix Calendar Clutter & Reclaim Your TimeI used to look at my calendar and feel exhausted before the week even started — so many good things, yet I never felt like I had enough time for what really mattered.If you’re a high-achieving woman whose calendar feels full but your life still feels scattered, this video is for you.In this Week 3 episode of the TimeRich Simplicity series, I share why we don’t actually have a time problem — we have an attention problem — and my simple 3-step system to fix calendar clutter for good.You’ll learn:- The powerful mindset shift from “I don’t have enough time” to “I have enough time — my attention is what’s limited”- How to Clarify, Eliminate, and Commit so you protect your attention for what matters most- Real-life examples of saying no to good things to create space for better onesThis is Week 4 of the TimeRich Simplicity Series — practical systems to create more margin without burnout.Ready to stop giving your life away one “yes” at a time?Join my next masterclass, TimeRich: Build Life & Business on Your TERMS, where I’ll show you how to create more time, margin, and meaningful success without building a life that exhausts you.Save your spot here:https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/576d2681/appointment/93231243/calendar/6532055Free Resource:Download my 60-Second Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/Question of the Week:If you had to narrow it down to three, what are your top 3 priorities for this season?Challenge of the Week:Look at your calendar and run one commitment through Clarify, Eliminate, Commit. When you do it, comment “DONE” below — I’d love to cheer you on.Timestamps:00:00 — Why Your Calendar Feels Full But Your Life Feels Empty00:36 — The Real Problem: Time vs Attention01:22 — The 3-Step System: Clarify, Eliminate, Commit04:15 — Step 1: Clarify Your Top Priorities04:48 — Step 2: Eliminate What Doesn’t Fit05:22 — Step 3: Commit Protected Time05:35 — Real Example: Saying No to Piano Commitments07:42 — Energy & Attention Management08:33 — Simplicity = Owning Your Life Again09:07 — Masterclass Invitation + Question & Challenge

I used to waste whole weekends trying to get organized, only to end up with a bigger mess.

If you’re a high-achieving Christian woman who knows that cycle, this video is for you.

In this Week 2 episode of the TimeRich Simplicity series, I’m sharing my simple 4-step F.A.S.T. Framework — the exact system that helped me clear massive clutter and even downsize from a 4000 sq ft home to a 1000 sq ft apartment.

You’ll learn:

Why traditional organizing keeps failing us
Why decluttering is so much more powerful
The 4 simple F.A.S.T. steps you can do in 15 minutes or less — and actually enjoy the process

F – Focus on one small area

A – Assign a loving limit

S – Select your favorites

T – Toss the rest

This practical method isn’t really about your stuff — it’s about protecting your life and making room for more peace, joy, alignment with your calling, and rest.

Free Resources:

Book a free Clarity Call with me → https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Download my 60-Second Decision Filter → https://aprilbragg.com/decide/

This is Week 2 of the 8-week TimeRich Simplicity Series – Faith-informed decluttering without burnout.

Question of the Week: What is one small area you’re ready to focus on this week?

Challenge: Run that one area through the full F.A.S.T. process in a 15-minute session and tell us how it felt in the comments.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why Organizing Keeps Failing Us

01:30 – The F.A.S.T. Framework Overview

02:10 – F – Focus on One Small Area

03:10 – A – Assign a Loving Limit

04:10 – S – Select Your Favorites

05:10 – T – Toss the Rest

07:30 – Why This Method Honors Your Soul

08:45 – Question & Challenge of the Week

The #1 thing robbing high-achieving Christian women of time and energy is clutter — and it’s not just physical stuff.

In this video I show you how to identify and lay it aside so you can finally create real margin and peace.

You’ll learn: - The Biblical definition of clutter (Hebrews 12:1 – “lay aside every weight”) - The 3 types of clutter: Mental, Physical, and Calendar - The exact 3 steps to start trading clutter for more time and energy - My sister’s powerful story of earning her doctorate while raising 4 kids and workingIf you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and distant from the calling God has for you, this is your starting point.

This is Week 1 of the TimeRich Simplicity Series – Faith-informed decluttering without burnout.

Free Resources:Book a free Clarity Call → https://aprilbragg.as.me/ClarityDownload the 60-Second Decision Filter → https://aprilbragg.com/decide/Question of the Week: What’s one thing you want more time/energy for right now — and why?Challenge: Release one piece of clutter this week.

Timestamps:00:00 – The Real Thief of Your Time & Energy01:28 – Hebrews 12:1 & The Definition of Clutter02:27 – 3 Types of Clutter04:48 – My Sister’s Doctorate Story07:50 – Question & Challenge of the Week

Is the Bible a bizarre ancient book… or absolute genius?In this follow-up to “What’s the Bible Really About?”, we examine one of the most improbable facts in history: How did a book written by 40+ authors over 1,500 years, in 3 languages, across dozens of genres — survive empires, exiles, book burnings, and skepticism to become the best-selling book of all time and shape Western civilization more than any other?We weigh both sides: The Bizarre case: A messy, contradictory anthology that somehow won the cultural lottery through politics, fear, and selective interpretation. The Brilliant case: A unified meta-narrative that explains the human condition, fuels redemption, transforms societies, and shows remarkable coherence across centuries.I share why I personally see it as brilliant (including the coherence I discover with every reading), while encouraging you to approach it with an open, curious spirit — no pressure to agree.This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. If you haven’t watched Part 1 yet, start there: it explores the three main ways people view the Bible (Control, Command, or Connection).Whether you're a skeptic, a curious seeker, or someone who wants to understand the Bible’s lasting impact, this video invites honest reflection.Timestamps:00:00 – Is the Bible Bizarre or Brilliant?01:30 – The Statistical Improbability03:48 – The Bizarre Case06:42 – The Brilliant Case09:57 – My Personal Take + Why Perspective Matters12:30 – The Drama of Redemption14:00 – Final InvitationDrop your thoughts in the comments:Bizarre or Brilliant? Which side are you leaning toward after watching both videos?If this series helped you see the Bible differently, like, comment, and subscribe for more content on clarity, purpose, and living with success.Want to talk personally? Book a clarity call → https://aprilbragg.as.me/clarity

What is the Bible really about?

Control, Command, or Connection?

In this “choose your own adventure” video, I explore the three major ways people approach the Bible from a big-picture, meta perspective:

Control: Was the Bible written by men to control others using God’s name for credibility and power?

Command: Is it primarily a rulebook from God telling us how to live in order to keep Him happy?

Connection: Or is it God revealing His design for us so we can experience real happiness, purpose, relationship, and flourishing?

I share my personal story — including the 20 years I viewed the Bible as a heavy rulebook — the powerful Garden of Eden example of human agency and responsibility, the simple IKEA furniture analogy, and why I ultimately land on the Connection view as the most compelling.

This is Part 1 of a thoughtful 2-part series.

In Part 2, we examine why the Bible has endured for thousands of years: Is it the most bizarre cultural artifact in history… or absolute genius?

Whether you’re a skeptic, a curious seeker, or someone who grew up with the Bible but want a fresh perspective, this video is designed to help you think more clearly without demanding you agree with any particular conclusion.

Chapters/Timestamps:

00:00 – What’s the Bible Really About? (Choose Your Own Adventure)

00:55 – Option 1: Control

03:05 – Option 2: Command

05:20 – Option 3: Connection

06:41 – IKEA Analogy & Designer’s Manual

07:43 – Garden of Eden, Human Agency & Redemption

12:00 – Final Thoughts & Why I Choose Connection

Drop your thoughts in the comments:

Which of the three options resonates with you most — Control, Command, or Connection?

Did the Garden of Eden story shift your perspective?

If this podcast helped you see the Bible in a new light, please like, comment, and subscribe for more content on living with purpose, clarity, and success.

Want to talk personally about this or any life topic?

Book a free clarity call:

https://aprilbragg.as.me/clarity

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A lot of women think they have a clutter problem.But sometimes?They actually have an others clutter problem.In this episode, I’m talking about the hidden clutter that comes from other people’s expectations, obligations, opinions, and constant input. Because when your life is too full of everybody else’s stuff, your own house, peace, margin, and priorities usually pay the price.So if you’ve been feeling busy but not blessed, pulled in too many directions, or weirdly frustrated that simple things keep falling behind… this may be the real reason.In this episode, I’ll show you: • what others clutter really is • 3 sneaky ways we invite it in • 3 simple shifts to help you protect your peace and reclaim your timeBecause the goal is not to become a resource that everyone else drains.The goal is to become a reservoir of peace, wisdom, and intentionality.Grab my One-Minute Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/It’s a simple tool to help you say yes or no with more clarity and confidence.If you missed the rest of the series, start here: 1. Your Clutter vs Your Calling 2. Inner Clutter 3. Physical Clutter 4. Hidden Others ClutterQuestion for you:Which one gets you the most? • asking for opinions before forming your own • saying yes by default • consuming instead of creatingDrop it in the comments.Chapters:00:00 The Hidden Clutter Behind Physical Mess01:43 How This Clutter Series Fits Together02:27 What “Others Clutter” Really Is03:21 3 Sneaky Ways You Let It In03:25 Habit #1: Asking for Opinions Too Soon04:18 Habit #2: Saying Yes by Default04:34 Habit #3: Scrolling Instead of Living04:59 Fix #1: Form Your Own Theory First07:15 Fix #2: Remember Every Yes Is a No09:32 Fix #3: Create Before You Consume10:57 Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing12:21 3 Questions to Expose Others Clutter14:10 Protect Your Peace and Reclaim Your TimeIf this episode helped you, send it to a woman who is carrying too much and calling it normal.#Clutter #DeclutterYourLife #Overwhelm #Boundaries #ChristianWomen #Productivity #Calling #WomenInBusiness #PersonalGrowth #TimeRich

Does it feel like you have a stuff problem?The piles, the drawers, the counters, the tabs, the visual noise?In this episode, I’m talking about outer clutter — the physical clutter in your environment — and why it’s usually not just about the stuff.Because visible clutter is often the result of mental clutter and others clutter going unchecked.If you’re a capable, ambitious woman trying to build something meaningful while also managing a home, this episode will help you stop treating clutter like a character flaw and start dealing with it in a way that is actually doable.Inside this episode, I break down: • what outer clutter really is • the 3 ways it shows up • why traditional decluttering methods often fail busy women • my simple Declutter F.A.S.T. Method • how to make real progress in just 15 minutes at a timeThis is the method that helped me declutter my home in a way that actually lasted — not by making a bigger mess, not by turning decluttering into a never-ending lifestyle, but by simplifying the process so it was easy enough to finish.Because your outer clutter is not just about stuff.It represents stolen space, stolen time, and stolen peace.And when you reclaim that, little by little, you make more room for enjoyment, impact, and a life that supports what matters most.Grab my free One-Minute Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/It’s 3 simple questions to help you make decisions more confidently in under a minute.Related videos in this series: 1. Clutter vs Calling 2. Clearing Mental Clutter 3. Dealing with Physical Clutter 4. Hidden Others ClutterQuestion for you:What’s one small area you’re ready to declutter down to just your favorites?Tell me in the comments.Chapters:00:00 Do You Have a Stuff Problem?00:49 Why Physical Clutter Is Not the Real Root02:27 What Outer Clutter Really Is03:17 The 3 Ways Outer Clutter Shows Up04:38 Why Clutter Keeps Coming Back05:10 The Declutter F.A.S.T. Method06:31 Why This Method Works So Well08:03 Step 1: Focus on One Small Area08:28 Step 2: Assign a Loving Limit09:18 Step 3: Select Your Favorites09:53 Step 4: Toss the Rest10:31 How 15 Minutes Changes Everything12:18 Reclaim Your Space, Time, and PeaceIf this episode helped you, share it with a woman who is tired of feeling surrounded by too much stuff and not enough peace.#Declutter #ClutterFree #DeclutterYourHome #Minimalism #Overwhelm #Productivity #ChristianWomen #TimeRich #HomeOrganization #PeacefulHome

If you feel overwhelmed, mentally tired, and like your brain has 47 tabs open at all times… this episode is for you.Because mental clutter is not just “having a lot on your mind.”It’s often the result of unmade decisions.In this episode, I’m breaking down what mental clutter really is, why it drains your energy so badly, how it quietly creates physical clutter too, and the simple 5–10 minute practice I use to clear it fast.If you’re a highly capable woman running a business, ministry, home, or all three, and you’re tired of feeling scattered, stuck, or exhausted by your own thoughts, this will help.In this episode, we cover: • what mental clutter actually is • why unmade decisions are so expensive • how mental clutter turns into physical clutter • how to clear it with a simple 3-step reset • how to protect your peace by deciding ahead of timeBecause peace is not supposed to be some vague, aspirational fantasy.It can become your actual lived reality.Grab my free One-Minute Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decide/It’s 3 simple questions to help you make decisions with more clarity and confidence in under a minute.Question for you:What unmade decision are you ready to deal with today?Drop it in the comments.Chapters:00:00 Why Mental Clutter Matters00:37 The 3 Types of Clutter01:16 The Real Source of Mental Clutter03:07 What Mental Clutter Looks Like05:21 The 3 Hidden Costs of Unmade Decisions08:29 The Simple Fix: Decide Ahead of Time08:57 A Personal Example of Deciding Ahead10:20 Philippians 4:8 and What to Think About12:55 The 3-Step Mental Clutter Reset15:20 When Peace Becomes Inevitable15:49 Why Mental Clutter Creates Physical Clutter16:29 One Decision to Make TodayIf this episode helped you, share it with a woman who is carrying too much in her mind and calling it normal.Hashtags:#MentalClutter #Overthinking #DecisionMaking #PeaceOfMind #Productivity #ChristianWomen #PersonalGrowth #Clutter #TimeRich #Mindset

Feeling busy, overwhelmed, and like something in your life has to go?What if that pressure isn’t just stress…What if it’s your calling trying to get your attention?In this video, I’m breaking down the difference between clutter and calling, how clutter shows up in more than just your house, and why the very things weighing you down may be blocking the life you were actually meant to live.We’ll talk about:• What “holy restlessness” might really mean• Why your passions may be pointing you toward your calling• The 3 types of clutter: mental clutter, physical clutter, and others clutter• Why mental clutter and others clutter often create physical clutter• How to start making space for what matters mostIf you’ve been craving more clarity, more peace, and more room to pursue what lights you up, this video is for you.Get my One-Minute Decision Filter here:aprilbragg.com/decideTimestamps:00:00 Clutter Versus Calling01:25 Holy Restlessness02:08 Passions Reveal Calling03:26 Make Space To Pursue04:15 Defining Clutter06:29 Three Types Of Clutter08:51 Which Clutter Blocks You09:43 Mountain And Backpack10:32 Tools, Art, Or Clutter13:40 Make Room And Next Steps14:41 Series Wrap UpIf this helped, subscribe so you don’t miss the rest of the Clutter vs Calling series.#ClutterVsCalling #DeclutterYourLife #ChristianPersonalGrowth #Calling #MentalClutter #PhysicalClutter #Overwhelm #PurposeDrivenLife #TimeRich #AprilBragg

Have you ever felt like faith was supposed to feel… safer than this?

Like if you were doing it “right,” things would feel more certain, more secure, more predictable?

I used to think that too.I thought faith meant following the rules, believing the right things, and living a life that made sense on paper. But no real faith was required.

In this video, I share what changed for me—and how I went from feeling like I was walking on the knife’s edge of faith…to learning how to dance on the edge of it instead.

We’ll talk about:

•Why faith often feels uncomfortable (and why that’s not a problem)

•The difference between certainty and trust

•How entrepreneurship exposed where my faith actually was

•And the question that changed everything:“What would make this experience beautiful?”

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just trying to survive your life…this is your invitation to experience something different.

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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Faith Versus Fear

00:28 Dogma Or Trust

00:58 Mom’s Anticipation Story

03:03 Why Entrepreneurship Tests Faith

03:36 From Missions To Uncertainty

05:21 Buying A House By Faith

07:15 Knife Edge To Dancing

10:03 Patience Builds The Gap

12:23 Three Closing Takeaways

14:22 Worst Case Best Case

15:48 Call To Action And Prayer⸻✨ Tell me in the comments:What’s one area of your life where you’re being invited to walk by faith right now?I’d love to pray for you and with you.

I Thought I Was Being Humble. I Was Actually Afraid. For years I believed I was practicing humility when I was really just hiding behind fear. That “I’m too much” voice kept shrinking my voice, my calling, and my light—until God showed me the difference. In this video I share the exact moment the mask came off and the three powerful takeaways that are changing everything: 1. The sneaky lie that was quietly sabotaging my calling 2. Why Christians with a calling are especially vulnerable to anxiety masquerading as humility 3. One simple inner-script swap you can start TODAY that replaces “I’m too much” with genuine humility and freedomIf you’ve ever spoken up (or wanted to) and then immediately questioned yourself…If you’ve ever felt “different” in Christian spaces and wondered if that difference was a flaw or actually your brilliance…This is for you. You’ll walk away knowing: - What true humility actually looks like (and why anxiety is NOT it) - How to stop letting fear dim the unique facet of God’s glory you were created to shine - A practical replacement for that old “I’m too much” sentence that produces real peace and boldness This isn’t just about feeling less anxious—it’s about finally letting the Holy Spirit flow through you the way He designed. New inner script I’m practicing:“I appreciate me.” (Watch the video to see why this actually produces humility, not pride.) If the Holy Spirit is stirring you and you want personalized help spotting your own “brilliance facet” and breaking free from hidden fear, book a Clarity Call with me:https://aprilbragg.as.me/clarity Drop a comment: What’s the sentence that’s been shrinking YOUR calling? “I’m too much” … “I’m not enough” … something else? Let’s encourage each other.If this encouraged you, please like, share with a friend who needs this reminder, and subscribe for more faith-based mindset shifts that help you step into the calling God gave you.CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Humility Or Fear00:42 The Three Big Takeaways02:52 Sunday School Trigger05:08 Fake Humility Exposed07:41 The Lie Im Too Much09:19 Calling To Shine12:35 Your Brilliance Facet15:09 Replace The Inner Script18:05 Love God Love Self21:53 Peter Steps Out24:21 Dare To Shine Anyway25:35 Next Steps And Invitation#ChristianMindset #OvercomingFear #TrueHumility #FaithOverFear #ChristianCalling #ShineYourLight #AnxietyAndFaith #BibleStudy #WomenOfFaith #HolySpiritLed

Have you ever felt stuck in your faith — even while doing “all the right things”?

Reading your Bible.Praying.Going to church.And yet… nothing feels different.For years, that was me.In 2019, I discovered a self-coaching tool that completely changed how I approach spiritual growth. Not as self-improvement. Not as performance. But as an intentional practice of renewing my mind — exactly as Scripture teaches.In this video, I explain: • What spiritual growth actually is (and what it isn’t) • How self-coaching works • Why Romans 12:2 and 2 Corinthians 10:5 completely changed how I live • The real, measurable results I’ve seen after 6 years of practicing thisSpiritual growth is not automatic.It’s not based on time.And it’s not reserved for crisis seasons.It’s participatory.If you’ve been stagnated, frustrated, or quietly wondering, “Why isn’t anything changing?” — this may give you a practical, biblical way forward.You don’t have to wait for the next sermon.You don’t have to wait for the next trial.You can begin renewing your mind today.If you want more on the Time Rich life — clarity, peace, discernment, and living from abundance rather than fear — subscribe and join me.And if you have questions about the self-coaching model or how to apply it spiritually, leave them in the comments. I’d love to continue the conversation.⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 – Feeling Stuck in Your Faith01:00 – The Self-Coaching Tool That Changed Everything (2019)02:00 – What Spiritual Growth Actually Is (and Isn’t)04:45 – What Self-Coaching Is (The CTFAR Model Explained)08:30 – Romans 12:2 and Renewing the Mind11:30 – Taking Thoughts Captive (2 Corinthians 10:5)13:00 – Borrowing Better Thoughts from Scripture16:00 – Treating the Mind Like a Garden17:00 – Real Results After 6 Years19:00 – How to Practice This Starting TodayMore Resources:Book a free Clarity Call - https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Have you ever felt weird admitting you don’t enjoy prayer… even though you love God?In this honest conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Christine Taylor (Doctor of Ministry, MA Biblical Studies) to talk about the thing I was ashamed to say out loud:“Why don’t I like prayer?”What I discovered wasn’t a lack of faith. It was a lack of connection—because I didn’t know how to hear God.Christine gently walks us through: • Why prayer can feel dead, boring, or performative (even for sincere Christians) • The difference between “talking at God” and actually relating with Him • The 4 pillars of prayer (and why listening matters just as much) • What Christian contemplative prayer is (and what it is not) • How “imaging prayer” works, with real examples that made prayer come alive for me • Why discernment isn’t paranoia—it’s clarityIf prayer has felt like pressure, obligation, or spiritual small talk… this one might open a door.Comment question: Have you ever secretly struggled with prayer—and what part of this conversation hit you the most?Connect with Dr. Christine TaylorFree Download: “God Is Speaking, and You Can Hear Him”https://doctorchris.org/free-pdf-download/Book: “Open the Floodgates of Heaven: The Transforming Power of Christian Imaging Prayer”https://www.amazon.com/Open-Floodgates-Heaven-Transforming-Christian-ebook/dp/B094C2RLRDWebsite: https://doctorchris.org⸻Chapters / Timestamps00:00 — The confession: “I didn’t like prayer” (and why I was ashamed)01:00 — How prayer went from confusing to my favorite 90 minutes of the week02:00 — Christine’s story: imaging prayer, prophecy, and how God speaks through images06:00 — The real issue: “I didn’t know how to hear God”08:00 — Christian contemplative prayer: ancient roots + why Protestants often weren’t taught this13:00 — Fear, “woo,” and learning to test what’s real (without spiraling)15:00 — Confession as safety: telling God the truth without feeling condemned18:00 — Prayer of silence vs. imaging prayer (and why personality matters)21:00 — My imaging-prayer breakthrough: releasing my kids into Jesus’ hands24:00 — Christine’s intercession story: the net, the swords, and agreement in prayer31:00 — Discernment of spirits: what it is (and why seeing it can break it)35:00 — A simple “how-to” for listening prayer + starting points in Scripture45:00 — The “prayer of relinquishment”: when God won’t answer the question you keep asking50:00 — Closing prayer + the crown image (victory + life)

AI is not inherently dangerous. But it can become dangerous—if we surrender our agency to it.In this episode, I share my perspective on whether AI will become the greatest tool humanity has ever created… or the greatest idol we’ve ever worshipped.The difference has nothing to do with AI itself. It has everything to do with how we think—and how we choose to use it.You’ll learn:• Why belief alone can create economic bubbles (and why they always burst)• The two cycles that shape every life: abundance and scarcity• How AI amplifies whichever mindset you bring to it• The critical difference between a tool and an idol• Why agency—not technology—determines your futureAI can produce output. But only humans create value.Value requires judgment. Creativity. Usefulness. Beauty. Agency.And in the age of AI, preserving your agency may be the most important decision you ever make.If you want help making clearer, faster decisions, I created a free tool for you:Download the One-Minute Decision Filter:https://aprilbragg.com/decideYour time is your greatest asset. Use it wisely.—My name is April Bragg, and I help women become Time-Rich—not by doing more, but by becoming clear on what matters most.⸻CHAPTERS00:00 AI: Idol or Tool?00:28 The Second Grade Gold Economy02:34 The Two Paths That Shape Your Future03:00 The Secret of Abundance04:43 How Scarcity Becomes Permanent07:30 When Protection Replaces Creation08:36 The Hidden Danger of Powerful Tools09:35 The Difference Between a Tool and an Idol14:10 How Fear Turns Tools into Idols17:00 How Abundance Thinking Changes Your Life21:00 The Final Question: Idol or Tool?22:30 Free Decision Tool—#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AbundanceMindset #PersonalGrowth #DecisionMaking #TimeRich #ScarcityVsAbundance

Most highly capable women don’t struggle because they’re weak.They struggle because they’ve become the reliable one.The one everyone depends on.The one who holds everything together.The one who never drops the ball.And slowly… quietly… they become exhausted.In this video, I share why the popular “oxygen mask first” advice may actually be keeping you stuck in survival mode—and what real leadership looks like instead.Because leadership isn’t about barely keeping yourself functional.It’s about becoming fully resourced.Inside this video, you’ll learn:• Why the oxygen mask metaphor creates crisis thinking• The hidden cost of being “the reliable one”• The critical identity shift from needed → inspirational• The 3 laws of self-leadership• Why leaders must be resourced, not depleted• How to step into true TimeRich leadershipThe future doesn’t need more exhausted women holding everything together.It needs women whose lives remind others of what’s possible.CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS:00:00 The Oxygen Mask Myth01:06 Why This Advice Keeps Women Exhausted02:06 The Scarcity Mindset Behind Self-Care03:20 Self-Care: Survival vs Thriving05:00 What Self-Care Actually Means06:19 The Hidden Cost of Being the Reliable One07:47 The Identity Shift Leaders Must Make08:28 From Needed → Inspirational10:55 The Two Types of Leaders12:58 The 3 Laws of Self-Leadership14:31 Leaders Must Cast Vision, Not Just Manage Crisis15:57 Why Resourced Leaders Create Resourced Followers18:20 Jesus as the Ultimate Leadership Model20:10 Stop Playing the Hero21:12 The TimeRich Leadership Mindset22:44 The True Leadership Move24:05 People Need Your Peace, Not Your Exhaustion25:04 How to Become TimeRich—🎁 Grab the One-Minute Decision Filterhttps://aprilbragg.com/decideThis simple tool will help you instantly identify what deserves your time—and what doesn’t.—ABOUT APRIL BRAGG:April Bragg is the TimeRich Woman Coach. She helps highly capable women reclaim their time, expand their leadership, and build lives of clarity, peace, and meaningful contribution.Not by doing more.But by focusing on what matters most.Subscribe for weekly episodes on TimeRich leadership, clarity, and identity.#TimeRich #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment

Nesting Dolls of Happiness | How to Choose the Right Goals Without RegretHave you ever felt torn between two big goals — afraid that choosing one would close the door to the other?In this video, I share a powerful framework I call The Nesting Dolls of Happiness — a simple way to think about goals so your decisions actually align with the life you want to live.Instead of asking “What should I do?”You’ll learn how to ask “Who am I becoming?”We explore: • The difference between Being, Doing, and Having goals • Why misordered goals lead to hollow success • How to tell the difference between a meaning goal vs. a placeholder goal • When timelines matter (and when they don’t) • Why happiness is not a goal — but a byproduct • Three questions that reveal your true centerThis is especially for you if you’re: • Feeling stuck between two life paths • Overachieving but secretly unsatisfied • Trying to balance career, family, identity, and purpose • Tired of making decisions based on pressure instead of meaning⸻🎯 Free Tool: One-Minute Decision FilterThree questions to help you make confident decisions in under a minute:👉 https://aprilbragg.com/decide⸻I’m April Bragg, The Time Rich Woman Coach.I help women create lives and businesses that feel aligned, spacious, and meaningful — not rushed, overworked, or misdirected.Time is your most valuable asset.May yours be multiplied to the blessing of you and the benefit of others.⸻Chapters / Timestamps:00:00 Choosing Between Big Goals01:39 Sequential vs. Nested Goals03:20 Being, Doing, Having Explained07:19 Timelines & Biological Realities11:11 Meaning Goals vs Placeholder Goals14:33 Why Happiness Is a Byproduct17:14 Three Questions to Find Your Center19:01 One-Minute Decision Filter

How could a loving God send people to hell?For many, this isn’t just a theological question — it’s the stumbling block to belief itself. It’s the quiet tension between trust and fear, between faith and “fire insurance.”In this video, I’m not trying to tell you what to believe.Instead, I’m offering a different framework for approaching Scripture — one that starts not with conclusions, but with posture.We’ll explore: • Why the question you ask shapes the doctrine you find • Three common interpretations of “hell” found in Christian theology • How fear and faith function as two very different lenses • And why Jesus spoke more about life, love, and trust than about hell itselfThis isn’t a debate video.It’s an invitation to return to Scripture with fresh eyes — not asking “What will happen in the end?” but:“What does God desire to reveal to me?”Because the story we believe about God shapes everything we see in the Bible… and everything we become.CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction: The Question of Questions00:56 The Stumbling Block: A Loving God and Hell02:34 Approaching Scripture: Fear vs. Faith05:23 Three Views on Hell09:38 Personal Reflections and Invitation15:55 Conclusion: Eyes of FaithBook mentioned: The Fire That Consumes by Edward Fudge (thoughtful resource that deepened my study—no affiliation).If this meets you where you are, let me know in the comments—what lens (fear or faith) have you been reading through lately? I read every one.Welcome if you’re new! I’m April—a Christian mom sharing gentle, practical ways to live abundantly without overwhelm. Subscribe for more like this.Thank you for being here. #HellAndGodsLove #FaithOverFear #BibleStudy #ChristianQuestions

Everyone needs a piece of me.If you’re a highly capable woman, that sentence probably feels familiar—and exhausting.When people rely on you, saying yes can slowly shift from being helpful to feeling like responsibility. Over time, urgency crowds out your values, your future vision, and the work you feel most called to do.This podcast is about how to stop saying yes out of pressure, how to make values-based decisions, and how highly capable women move from being overcommitted and time-poor to becoming TimeRich women who lead with clarity and peace.In this conversation, I walk through the difference between TimePoor women and TimeRich women—not in how much they care, but in how they decide. I share three key contrasts that change everything: • Saying yes from values and future vision, not urgency • Understanding why a wise no is sometimes more powerful than always saying yes • Learning when the highest-leverage yes is sharing wisdom instead of laborThis podcast is for the woman who is tired of constant effort and ready to live, love, and lead by example—without guilt.CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction: Feeling Overwhelmed?00:22 The Trap of Saying Yes01:05 Time Rich vs. Time Poor: Key Differences02:21 Difference #1: Urgency vs. Alignment04:41 Difference #2: The Power of No07:08 Difference #3: Sharing Wisdom Over Labor07:51 Personal Story: Stepping Back12:27 Final Thoughts and Tools for Decision MakingThe Core ReframeThe TimePoor woman keeps living as though everyone needs a piece of her.The TimeRich woman understands something very different:Everyone doesn’t need a piece of me.Everyone needs my peace.From that place, she learns how to live, love, and lead by example—rather than through constant effort.⸻🧭 Want help deciding when to say yes or no?I created a simple tool called the One-Minute Decision Filter—three powerful questions to help you say yes from peace instead of pressure.👉 Download it here: https://aprilbragg.com/decideIf this podcast helped you, consider subscribing.I’m April Bragg, the TimeRich Woman Coach. I help women create more time in their life and business—not by doing more, but by getting clear on what matters most and focusing only on that.Time is your most valuable asset.Invest it in a way that blesses you—and benefits others.

Your Clutter Or Your Life — How To Win the War Against ClutterFeeling overwhelmed by clutter in your home?If clutter stress is slowing you down, draining your energy, or standing between you and the life you actually want, this podcast is for you.In it, I share a powerful reframe I discovered while coaching a woman who felt defeated by her clutter — and why the real choice isn’t organizing harder, but choosing your life over your clutter.You’ll learn: • Why clutter keeps winning (even when you’re trying hard) • A clearer, more personal definition of what clutter actually is • How your future self already knows what should stay — and what should go • Three simple questions that help you declutter your home without overwhelmThis isn’t about perfection or minimalism.It’s about clarity — and designing a home that supports the life you’re becoming instead of competing with it.⸻CHAPTERS/ TIMESTAMPS00:00 The Clutter Dilemma: A Personal Story01:21 Introduction to Clutter Solutions02:07 Why Clutter Keeps Winning02:44 Defining Clutter: A Personal Perspective05:35 Understanding Your Future Self06:27 Winning the War Against Clutter10:14 Three Key Questions to Declutter Your Life15:31 Conclusion and Free Gift⸻🎁 FREE GIFT: One-Minute Decision FilterIf this resonated, I created a simple tool to help you make decisions with clarity and confidence — without overthinking.👉 Get it here: https://aprilbragg.com/decide⸻FINAL WORDTime is your most valuable asset.May yours be multiplied — to your benefit and the blessing of others.⸻#declutteryourhome#clutterstress#overwhelmedbyclutter #timerichlife #clarityoverchaos

When your mind is pulled toward something meaningful, focus doesn’t disappear — it just needs structure.This video is for moments when your attention is elsewhere, but the work in front of you still matters.Instead of forcing focus or waiting for the right feeling, this offers a steadier, calmer way to work with your attention.In this video, you’ll learn how to: • Reframe focus as a container rather than a feeling • Give your time clear structure so your mind can cooperate • Build concentration as a skill, starting small • Redirect yourself without shame when attention driftsFocus isn’t about suppressing what matters or powering through resistance.It’s about giving every part of your attention a place — so the right thing gets your energy now, and the rest is honored later.This is how meaningful work gets done without burnout or inner friction.Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Monday Morning Dilemma00:54 The Challenge of Divided Attention03:32 Reframing Focus: A New Perspective04:30 Step 1: Naming Your Time06:11 Step 2: Practicing Concentration08:45 Step 3: Self-Check and Redirection11:07 Conclusion: Mastering Focus and Time Management13:06 Final Thoughts and ResourcesIf you want a simple way to make decisions that protect and multiply your time and energy, you can grab the One-Minute Decision Filter here:👉 https://aprilbragg.com/decideYour time is precious — and clarity is how you protect it.

Why do New Year’s resolutions fail—over and over again?And what if the problem isn’t you… but the system itself?In this episode, I break down why New Year’s resolutions are designed to fail—and what to do instead if you want real, exponential growth without burnout, shame, or starting over every January.You’ll learn: • The 3 subtle lies baked into traditional New Year’s resolutions • Why resolutions quietly erode self-trust instead of building it • How growth actually works when it’s identity-based, not pressure-based • My 3-step alternative to New Year’s resolutions, designed to support sustainable progressInstead of trying to “fix yourself,” this approach helps you: • Build trust in your own word again • Focus on one meaningful area instead of everything at once • Take tiny, doable action steps that compound over time • Upgrade your identity so progress becomes natural—not forcedThis framework works any time of year. You don’t need a new calendar page to change your life.CHAPTERS:00:00 The New Year's Resolution Cycle01:54 Why New Year's Resolutions Fail02:59 Building Self-Trust for Growth03:47 A Better System for Growth05:07 Step 1: Choose an Aspirational Phrase07:59 Step 2: Focus on One Area10:21 Step 3: Take Small Action Steps14:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts⸻✨ The 3 Steps Covered in This Episode 1. Choose an aspirational phrase (1–3 words you want to live into) 2. Focus on one area that acts as a bottleneck for growth 3. Take small action steps that build self-trust and momentum⸻🎁 Free ResourceIf you want help making decisions that protect your time and energy, download my free tool:👉 The One-Minute Decision Filter🔗 aprilbragg.com/decide⸻👋 About MeI’m April Bragg, and I help women become time-rich in life and business—not by doing more, but by asking better questions that change what’s possible.If you want more clarity, simplicity, and sustainable success, subscribe to this channel.And remember:Your time is your most valuable possession. May yours be multiplied—to your benefit and the blessing of others.⸻#NewYearsResolutions#WhyResolutionsFail#PersonalGrowth#IdentityBasedGrowth#SelfTrust#ExponentialGrowth#TimeRichWoman#ClarityOverChaos#SustainableSuccess#PersonalDevelopment#IntentionalLiving

Have you ever looked around your home—or your credit card statement—and thought,How did I end up with all this… and still feel unsatisfied?Most women were never taught how to buy from clarity.We were taught to buy from price, pressure, or habit.In this video, I share the three questions I ask before buying anything—questions that helped me stop impulse spending, reduce clutter at the source, and reclaim something far more valuable than money: my time.You’ll learn: • The shopping question that sounds responsible—but quietly keeps you stuck in clutter and confusion • Three simple questions that eliminate impulse buying before it happens • Why some “great deals” secretly cost you far more than the price tag • How buying from clarity—not scarcity—leads to a richer, lighter lifeThis isn’t about being more disciplined or living cheap.It’s about making decisions that support the woman you’re becoming.⸻Free ResourceIf you want to become a more confident decision-maker in under a minute, grab my free 60-Second Decision Filter here:👉 aprilbragg.com/decide⸻Ready for Personal Support?If you’re ready to surround yourself only with what you love—and what truly supports your life—I invite you to book a Clarity Call.We’ll identify the #1 bottleneck slowing you down and decide what to do about it.👉 https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity⸻As we move toward a new year, take a moment to celebrate how far you’ve come.You don’t need more stuff—you need more clarity.– April BraggTimeRich Woman Coach⸻CHAPTERS:00:00 Once Upon a Time: April's Shopping Struggles01:56 The Worst Question to Ask When Shopping04:19 Question 1: Who is Buying This?07:35 Question 2: Will This Make My Life Easier or Harder?10:44 Question 3: If I Couldn't Return It, Would I Still Buy It?16:44 Conclusion: Transforming Your Shopping Habits17:46 Final Thoughts and Special Download

Decluttering shouldn’t leave you with a bigger mess, decision fatigue, or the feeling that you failed… again.In this video, I’m sharing the Declutter FAST Method—the exact process I used to stop the endless cycle of clutter once and for all, and the same method I taught privately to high-level clients for years.CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS:00:00 The Decluttering Dilemma01:48 A Life-Changing Discovery02:55 Introducing the Declutter Fast Method04:24 The Four Simple Steps08:32 Step 1: Focus on One Small Area10:02 Step 2: Assign a Loving Limit13:01 Step 3: Select Your Favorites14:18 Step 4: Toss the Rest16:54 The Benefits of Declutter Fast17:46 Personal Transformation and Invitation19:26 Final Thoughts and ResourcesThis is not about being minimalist.This is not about discipline.And this is definitely not about emptying your entire house onto the floor and hoping for the best.Declutter FAST is a simple, identity-based method that helps you: • Declutter in 15 minutes or less without creating chaos • Stop making emotionally exhausting “should I keep this?” decisions • Shift from scarcity to abundance (it literally feels like shopping your own closet) • Create natural limits that prevent clutter from coming backIn this video, you’ll learn: • Why traditional decluttering methods fail busy women • The 4 simple steps of the Declutter FAST method: • Focus on one small area • Assign a loving limit • Select your favorites • Toss the rest • How decluttering rewires your buying habits and saves you money long-term • Why clutter isn’t a mess problem—it’s an identity problem • How your home can become a source of peace instead of pressureThis method helped me go from feeling trapped by my house to becoming a Time-Rich Woman—with a home that supports my life instead of stealing it.If your home feels like the bottleneck holding you back, this video will change how you think about decluttering forever.⸻✨ Want personalized clarity?Book a free 45-minute Clarity Call and we’ll identify the ONE bottleneck slowing you down—and what to do about it.👉 https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity⚡ Want to make confident decisions faster?Download my free tool, the 60-Second Decision Filter—three simple questions I teach every client.👉 https://aprilbragg.com/decide/⸻💬 Question for you:Which small category are you going to declutter first using Declutter FAST?Tell me in the comments—I read them, and I may answer your question in a future video.May you have the clarity and peace you’re seeking—for your home and your life.— April

Ever feel like no matter how many bins you buy, how many times you declutter, or how hard you try to “get disciplined”… the mess always creeps back in? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. And it’s definitely not just about better systems.In this video, I reveal the hidden reason ambitious, high-achieving women stay trapped in clutter—even when they’re crushing it everywhere else. Spoiler: Your home isn’t messy because you lack discipline. It’s messy because you’re rapidly outgrowing your old identity, and your environment is still holding on to who you used to be.What you’ll discover:Why traditional organizing methods keep failing youThe “whisper” your clutter is secretly saying that keeps you playing smallHow one woman cleared 5 years of stuck clutter in just 5 days—without fancy systemsThe identity-shift approach that turns your home from a stress zone into a launchpad for your next-level lifeIf you’re a visionary woman who’s ready to stop organizing your past and start designing your future, this is for you. FREE GIFT: Grab my 60-Second Decision Filter (the 3 questions that make decluttering and life decisions stupidly easy)→ https://aprilbragg.com/decideReady to transform your home (and life) to match the woman you’re becoming?Book a Clarity Call with me (limited spots):→ https://aprilbragg.as.me/ClarityComment below if you’ve ever felt like your house is holding you back from your bigger dreams!#declutter Timestamps / Chapters00:00 The Woman with a Big Dream (But Trapped by Clutter)00:01:00 Why the Clutter Always Came Back00:02:00 Your Home Is Whispering: “Who Do You Think You Are?”00:03:00 The Real Problem: Identity Confusion00:03:40 The 5-Day Transformation That Changed Everything00:04:20 Stop Organizing Your Past (Start Designing Your Future)00:05:00 When Your Home Became a Mausoleum vs. a Launchpad00:05:40 The Identity-Shift Decluttering Secret00:06:00 Meet Your Host + Free Gift & Clarity Call #identityshift #personaldevelopment #womenwhowantmore #organizedhome

Club vs Cult — 3 Signs You’re in the Wrong Room👉 Cult-like thinking is everywhere — in business, in leadership, in faith spaces. Here’s how to spot it — and how to stay grounded in wisdom and freedom.In this video, you’ll learn:✅ 3 signs a space has crossed the line from community to control✅ The Club vs Cult test — and how to use it in faith, business, and life✅ How to stay clear, grounded, and free as you grow✨ If you’re done playing small or getting trapped in the wrong rooms—And you’re ready for success that feeds your soul—Let’s talk.🎯 Book your Clarity Call: https://aprilbragg.com/connect

Stop Overthinking Success — How to Simplify to SucceedAre you gifted… but overthinking your way out of success?👉 If you’re tired of trying to “figure it all out,” doing more, or working harder — this is for you.In this Live, I share:✅ 3 signs you’re overthinking success✅ 3 practical shifts to simplify your path forward✅ How to focus on the actions that actually move the needle — without burning outBecause success shouldn’t come at the cost of your soul.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Overthinking00:25 The Trap of Overthinking01:19 Principled Steps to Simplify Success01:36 Three Signs You're Overthinking Success04:59 Shift 1: Focus on One Clear Outcome08:03 Shift 2: Prune Your Business13:09 Shift 3: Execute Small and Fast15:46 Conclusion: Aligning Success with Your Soul⸻If this resonated with you — and you’re ready to simplify to succeed — I invite you to start with a Clarity Call:👉 https://aprilbragg.as.me/ClarityOn the call, we’ll uncover the ONE thing keeping you stuck… and decide what to do about it.⸻#SimplifyToSucceed #Overthinking #ClarityCoach #GiftedEntrepreneurs #SoulAlignedSuccess

When Self Denial turns into Soul Denial

In today’s Live we bust three toxic myths about “dying to self,” show you the biblical difference between anxious self-consciousness and mature self-awareness, and offer a practical shift that frees you to live soul-full rather than self-less.

00:00 Introduction: Self-Denial vs. Soul Denial

00:53 The Subtle Lie: It's Not All About You

01:35 The Goal of This Video02:36 Three Myths and One Freeing Shift

05:29 Myth 1: Self-Denial is the Goal of the Christian Life

11:32 Myth 2: Self-Awareness is Prideful

22:32 Myth 3: Holy People Forget Their Needs

31:25 Conclusion: Embrace Soulfulness

31:54 Final Thoughts and Resources👇

Grab the Free GuideLive Life on Your TERMS – 5 powerful shifts to reconnect to what matters without guilt, pressure, or burnout.➡️ https://aprilbragg.com/terms/

I Left Full-Time Ministry… and Found My Calling | How to Know the Difference Between Career and CallingIs your career the same as your calling? I used to think so—until I left full-time ministry and discovered what I was actually made for.In this video, I’ll share: • The truth about why your job is NOT your identity • What calling really is (and how it never left you) • How to design your business to SERVE your calling, not steal from itWhether you’re a burned-out entrepreneur, a ministry leader in transition, or simply someone who feels like “there has to be more”—this is for you.🎯 Download the Free Guide:https://aprilbragg.com/connectClarify what’s slowing you down or weighing you down—and take your next step with confidence.📞 Book a Free Clarity Call:https://aprilbragg.as.me/ClarityIn just 30 minutes, we’ll uncover the ONE decision that could change everything.

Are you exhausted from trying to do all the right things—but still not seeing the growth you expected?You’re not lazy.You’re not broken.You’re just chasing strategies that were never meant to sustain you.In this video, I’ll show you: • Why trendy tactics are burning you out • The 3 timeless truths that actually lead to growth • How to build a business that aligns with your calling—not just the current algorithmThis is for the gifted but overextended entrepreneur—the one who wants to do meaningful work without sacrificing her soul.⸻Free Clarity Call:If you’re tired of tweaking and ready to get clear on what really works—book your free Clarity Call here:https://aprilbragg.as.me/ClarityWe’ll uncover the real bottleneck and simplify your next steps—so you can grow without exhaustion.

Helping Too Much Is Hurting Your BusinessAnd It’s Costing You Your Focus, Your Energy, and Your IncomeYou’re helpful. Compassionate. Always showing up for others.But what if all that “helping” is keeping your business small—and your soul exhausted?In this video, I’m sharing the 3 hidden ways overhelping is sabotaging your business… and the powerful shift that will set you free.We’ll cover:✅ Why overgiving creates false urgency✅ How repeating yourself without systems keeps you stuck✅ And how constant interruptions are killing your creative powerMost importantly—you’ll discover what to do instead.You don’t need to hustle harder.You need to lead with sacred clarity.📌 If you’re ready to simplify your business, reclaim your focus, and actually start growing without burnout—➡️ Book a free Clarity Call: https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Feeling called to lead—but afraid it’s unbiblical?

In this episode, I unpack the dangerous misunderstanding around the word submit—and how it’s kept gifted Christian women stuck, silent, and second-guessing their calling. We’ll explore what the Bible actually says about leadership, identity, and agency—and why it’s time to reclaim your voice without compromising your faith.

🎯 This episode is for the woman who loves God, leads well, and is done dimming her light.

💡 You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a biblical lens for leadership.

→ Want help getting unstuck and into alignment? Book your free Clarity Call at https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Overthinking is exhausting.

Ever find yourself stuck in endless loops of indecision, second-guessing every choice, and waiting for the "perfect moment"?

The truth is, indecision steals your time, energy, and peace. But the good news? You don’t have to stay stuck.

In this LIVE, I’ll walk you through my 5-step framework to make clear, confident decisions—even when fear tries to hold you back.

🔹 Here’s What You’ll Learn:

🔹 Why indecision drains you more than action

🔹 How to recognize when fear is keeping you stuck

🔹 The Fear vs. Faith Decision Framework for quick, confident choices

🔹 How to stop waiting for certainty and start moving forward

If you’ve ever been stuck in decision paralysis, pro/con list overload, or endless meetings that go nowhere—this is for you.

Want Clarity & Confidence in Your Home, Business, and Life? Book a Clarity Call - https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

🔥 Need real-time coaching & accountability? Inside my Create a Home That Takes Care of Itself membership, we’re tackling decision fatigue, decluttering overwhelm, and breaking free from mental clutter.

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🔹🔹 Stop waiting to be chosen – step into your calling.

Are you waiting for permission to step into your next level?

The truth is, no one is coming to pick you. And that’s a good thing. If you feel called, that’s all the confirmation you need.

In this Live, we’ll break down:

✔️ Why women hold themselves back from leadership

✔️ The hidden cost of waiting for permission

✔️ The 3-part framework to step into your calling with confidence

✨ NEXT STEPS

✅ Comment below: What’s ONE thing you’ve been waiting to feel “ready” for?

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Summer has a way of slipping by. And sometimes we're torn, trying to cram too much goodness into too few days. Whether you want this to be the GREATEST summer of all, the LAZIEST summer of all, the most PRODUCTIVE summer of all, or maybe a combination of THEM ALL - I've got you.

Here's a simple 3 step framework for making the most of our moments, for the days are long, but the years are short and fleeting! Oh, and also, in case you struggle with a bit of FUN-guilt (like I did, thinking "I should be doing more for GOD instead of having fun!") - definitely give this episode a listen. I'd love for you to see that that guilt does NOT come from God, but is actually a tactic the Enemy uses to diminish our light!

Oh, and here's the links mentioned in the episode - https://www.youtube.com/@HeavenlyPlaced

https://aprilbragg.com/book/

When I was a child, I believed in Happy Ever Afters. I believed God was going to bring me a perfect man, and I was going to fall perfectly in love, and we were going to have a perfect wedding, and live happily every after, with our couple of perfect kids.

And then I went to college, a GREAT place for that perfect man to find me (especially in the olden days - before all the dating apps) and I learned this valuable lesson -

He couldn't find me if I was hiding all the time. Sometimes, we're taught that we as Christians should ALWAYS be waiting - that FAITH requires waiting for God to take action on our behalf.

And SOMETIMES, that is true. But JUST sometimes.

Sometimes, FAITH looks like, well, looking! And it's in the looking, that we learn more about ourselves. And that is GROWTH, and that's a good thing! So, here's some unconventional advice from a Christian life coach who is very happily married (on most days, lol! - because NOBODY AND NO RELATIONSHIP IS ALWAYS PERFECTLY PERFECT!!!)

What are your thoughts about money?

And, do they cause you to be suspicious of it, or good stewards of it?

Broadly speaking, I believe Christians have been led by the Enemy to be suspicious of money. "The love of money is the root of all evil." It's so clever of him to take the words of JESUS and twist them through the centuries to convince us to be afraid of money and wealth, instead of seeing it for the USEFUL tool that it is! When we as Christians, and especially as Christian women, become confident stewards of the resources God gives us, and use our God-given intelligence and our God-given gifts to INCREASE our wealth and abundance, just imagine how we can use that tool to expand our influence in the world!

Let's not fear it - and of course, let's not see it as a replacement for God in our life. I wanted to interview Danesca because she has gone from huge debt as a single mom, to conquering that mountain by applying wise biblical principles of stewardship, to NOW educating others in financial matters and also as a day trader.

I was dying to learn more - and I thought you'd like to join me! To get more info about Danesca, follow her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/danesca_7/

Want a GREAT marriage?

Here's tip #1 - Never take marriage advice from people who don't enjoy their marriage - in ALL aspects.

I was raised to believe that a "godly" marriage should look a certain way -

Husband leads in all things,

Wife submits in all things,

Children obey in all things,

And dogs are better than cats as pets.

Dogs are loyal. Cats are too independent.

Okay - that last part was a stretch, but not by much.

Here's the problem I see. We are looking for the "perfect formula" to avoiding divorce, and having a great marriage,

Not realizing that the Bible is about FAITH, not formulas.

And the "perfect formula" for marriage was - if the wife submits, the marriage will be great.

Maybe. Maybe not.

Maybe the marriage will be about 2 people devoting all their time, energy and attention to the selfishness of one person.

And that's not a great thing - not for either person.

Listen, I both LOVE to help couples stay HAPPILY married forever AND ALSO believe that "avoiding divorce at all costs" is the WRONG goal.

Is marriage a picture of Christ and His Bride, the church? Yes.

But an abusive marriage? That is an EVIL corruption of God's beautiful design.

Let's not turn a blind eye to it.

Let's not be guilty of telling a woman to "submit" to abuse.

Let's not make "a forever marriage" an idol in our churches, and ignore the real needs of the people in the marriage.

A STRONG marriage, a HEALTHY marriage, a MUTUALLY loving marriage - that's the best buffer against divorce.

Let's not rely upon a simple "submission" formula to replace the work of admonishing, exhorting, teaching, bearing one another's burdens, and mutual submission that we as Christians are called to do.

Were you told, "Train up a child, and when he is old, he will not depart from it."

Were you promised, if you parent correctly, everything will be okay.

Were you pressured to insist that your kids obey, promptly, completely, with a positive attitude, every time, every adult? Were you taught a PARENTING MYTH?

I've never met a parent who didn't have the desire to be the best parent possible to their kids.

And, parenting is a sensitive topic.

And parents are getting so much conflicting advice. After 22 years, I'm sharing my secret but strong opinion.

Just so you know, I don't think we're doing our kids any favors by not trusting that we know what's best for our kids.

That's why I say that parents need to be confident!

Then, I debunk the fear myth I learned at church that would have made me into a hyper-controlling parent.

And, finally, I share why I believe raising our kids to be strong, instead of training them to be submissive, is the far superior (and Biblical) approach.

Have you ever CRAVED wisdom?

I remember when I was a little girl, and I wanted to know EVERYTHING.

I'm sure my questions drove my family nuts.

(I KNOW they drove my teachers nuts - they told me so!)

But it just seemed to me, if you knew more, you'd make better decisions.

And better decisions would lead to a better life.

Anyway, that's what I thought when I was about age 8.

Now, at 47? I am CONVINCED of it.

So, I thought I would share with you the stages we pass through to go from IGNORANCE (everyone's starting spot) to WISDOM - and how that can help us become SELF AWARE of our own blind spots! I think that's pretty cool - but remember, I was the nerdy kid at school asking ALL the questions!

Here's the thing to remember, especially if you are like me, with an insatiable desire for growth -

NOT EVERONE is like you.

And that's okay.

That does not make them wrong, or you WEIRD.

It makes you WISE.

There's a saying, Ignorance is bliss.

The more you learn, the more you desire to learn.

If I had to choose between wisdom or bliss -

I'd choose wisdom. I'd envy the blissful person next to me, lol!

But I would STILL choose wisdom.

What would you choose?

So, that's my warning before you listen to this episode!

Are you looking for a better time management system so you'll have more time to spend with the ones you love, and doing the things you love to do?

Or, are you looking for a time management system that will help you get EVERYTHING done, regardless of its importance to you and your purpose and goals in life?

This episode dives into how "time management" stops being a tool, and potentially becomes a TRAP - when it is used indiscriminately.

Especially geared for Christians who feel guilty about resting when there's ALWAYS more that can be done for the Kingdom of God,

I hope that this episode will give you:

greater discernement, greater peace, and more confidence

As well as gently nudge you to make MORE time for God's gift of REST in your life.

PS - ready to escape the time management trap and enjoy the benefits of having more time, getting more done, without hustle, without fear, but not sure where to start? Start here by booking a Clarity call at https://aprilbragg.as.me/clarity

Ever looked at a talented friend doing something that you secretly wish you could do, but you're plagued by the thought "I could never do that. She is so confident!"

Well, I've learned a little secret.

There's not much that we cannot LEARN how to do. Even things like speaking on stage or video - which is the thing that I wanted to learn how to do - even though the mere thought had me breaking out in HIVES!

So, in this 100th episode of Bragg...About Life, I thought I would share with you my story of going from "I'll NEVER be on video" to now starting a YOUTUBE video! And going through this journey showed me there are 2 questions and 1 secret ingredient I use all the time to cultivate confidence. And that's why I'm calling it the Confidence Formula.

Now, I'd love to hear from you - what area of your life would you like to apply the confidence formula to? Tell me and I'll cheer you on!

Ever wished you had more time? Ever feel guilty for wanting more time for yourself? What if those 2 things are linked? There's a reason why most women's time management problem is not going to be solved by "becoming more efficient" or "going to a digital calendar". I know. I tried. I even bought a HUGE wall calendar and wrote EVERYTHING down - and still didn't have time. Because there were 3 people stealing my time. And that's why I now know this - if we don't stop the steal, it won't help to make more time - because that extra time will just get taken too. (kinda like government with our income taxes - but I'll keep this non-political, lol!) Listen, TIME is the currency of our life. It's what we use to buy experience and memories and share our gifts and presence with others. May this video inspire you to see your time as your most VALUABLE asset to steward.

I'm concerned that we as Christians have accepted BUSY-ness as NORMAL. I'm not talking about being productive. I'm talking about that rushed feeling we all have when we believe "there's not enough time for me to do what I need to do." Does your life feel BUSY - all the time?

In this episode, I explain the difference between being "busy" for a season versus being busy as a lifestyle, and how I was taught that Godliness looks like "being busy all the time" and why I believe that is actually a lie from the Enemy rather than way God designed us to exist.

I also share the BIG reason why I have chosen to reject "busyness" as a normal state, especially for Christians.

Finally, I share a few reasons why we fall into the busy trap, and 3 steps for breaking free from it.

Don't you love a great shortcut - a life hack - something that makes life easier or better? That's what I think WISDOM does.

Only problem was, I used to think, "It takes a LOT of time to become wiser. Or a LOT of experience." Well, recently, I realized that I have been using a shortcut to WISDOM for a long time.

Today, I'm sharing that Wisdom shortcut with you.

I like to think of it as "Put 100 years of wisdom in the same room and grow wiser in one day" And that's why I love the idea of "Cultivating Intergenerational Wisdom"

In this episode, I share where I got the idea, how I implement it, and how you can start too. I'd love to hear your perspective - do you have wise women in your life from different age groups that you love to spend time with?

The Faith To Do Hard Things? I have a saying. "Life's not meant to be HARD; it's meant to be LIVED." I started telling myself that sometime in my late 30's. See, up to that point, I was always trying to make life easier.

And, in A LOT of areas, I succeeded.

I simplified my home, I automated my homeschooling, I mastered budgeting, I even got on board with exercising on a regular basis. It felt like I was a real ADULT, lol! And then God prompted me to do something NEW, something DIFFERENT, something HARD. Because life isn't supposed to get easier and easier - we're supposed to GROW AND GROW. As we grow, what WAS HARD becomes easy, and we have more capacity and more capability.

WHY is life like this? BECAUSE it does US good, it does the WORLD good, when we exercise FAITH.

So, in this episode, I share what "HARD" thing I'm up to these days, why I believe we are called to WALK by FAITH, and how I hope YOU too will commit to WALKING BY FAITH...

Even if it feels hard.

PS - That book I was talking about? Here's the first chapter for FREE - https://aprilbragg.com/book/

If we ENJOY reading the Bible, then we will naturally do more of it.

And also, sometimes finding even 5 minutes a day to call our own is challenging! In this episode of Bragg-About Life, I share 3 main ways to read our Bible - or as I like to call it, "Finding Your Bible Reading Style"!

But, here's something that I didn't say in the episode - ANY time spent in the Word of God is potentially transformational.

One verse, quoted from memory, on repeat throughout a difficult day, is my FAVORITE way to spend time in God's Word - even if I don't actually OPEN the Bible (or OPEN the BIBLE APP on my phone - which is how I exclusively read these days!)

A Bible verse posted on the wall, a daily verse notification, a coffee date and Bible study with God at Starbucks, a Youtube video of the Bible being read to you - let's use our God-given CREATIVITY to ENJOY learning more about God, His love for us, and His success principles for life - a little bit every day! Remember, it's a journey so, have fun with this - I'll allow it! (LOL)

Do you feel guilty for not reading your Bible "enough"?

Yeah, that's gotta stop!

What if a "have to" attitude is getting in the way of you genuinely enjoying spending time in the Word?

In this episode, I share the reason I stopped reading my Bible altogether for a season of my life, and the AMAZING discovery that came from that act.

Now, I don't want to spoil the ending - so listen to the episode to find out what I think about reading my Bible now!

And, here are all the goody links I promised in the episode:

https://www.heavenlyplaced.com/ is my personal favorite Bible reading resource from someone who TRULY enjoys reading God's Word, and hopes to inspire others to enjoy it too!

Wanna listen instead of reading it? I've got you! https://www.youtube.com/@HeavenlyPlaced

And if you want to go deeper, then join the "Be Transformed" Challenge here -

https://aprilbragg.com/challenge/

I didn't know that God had given me SO.MUCH.POWER.

That's just 1 lesson I learned from working with a coach.

I also didn't realize that the reason I lacked joy in my life was NOT based on my current circumstances - but rather on the way I was thinking about them, and feeling like a victim to those circumstances.

I didn't realize that ONE THOUGHT could change my life.

Finally, I didn't realize that working with a life coach would make DREAMS come true.

Yes. It souonds like an EXAGGERATION.

But how else could I describe the transformation in my life, in my marriage, in my relationship with my kids, in my relationship with God??? See, I fell into a common error - I didn't know what I didn't know. And what I didn't know was EXACTLY how I was keeping myself from experiencing and enjoying God's PROMISED ABUNDANCE for my life.

That's why I recorded this specific episode.

Not because I want to twist your arm and talk you into working with me (in case you did not know, I am a Certified Life & Relationship Coach).

No, I share this episode because you too might be where I was 5 years ago - wondering, "If I'm a Christian, why am I not happier? What am I missing?"

Sometimes, God sends discontent in our hearts so that we'll NOT SETTLE for less than His VERY BEST. So, here's my quirky little story of how I, the world's biggest skeptic, found life coaching, used the tools (plus my knowledge of Biblical principles) to transform my life from the inside out, and WHY I then became a coach. Hope you enjoy this - and feel free to email me at april@aprilbragg.com if you have any questions!

I've heard it been said - God cares more about your holiness than your happiness.

Which leads us to believe - God is not interested in our happiness at all.

And I think that idea is completely contrary to Scripture.

I'm gonna be honest - it breaks my heart when I ask the question "Are Christians supposed to be happy" and people resound with a confident "NO!"

Did you know that "Blessed" in the Bible (in both Hebrew and Greek) means "happy"?

So, are Christians supposed to be blessed? YES!

And that's what I think the problem is.

We know with our head that we ARE blessed, even if we don't always feel happy.

But when we FEEL happy, it's because we are REMEMBERING how very blessed we are!

Want to be happier? Why wouldn't we???

Well, in this week's podcast, I share the 3 times we are happy, what happiness really is (the 3 P's), and my answer to my mother's question, "April, are you happy?"

EEK. Moms have a way of cutting straight to the heart, right?

I think God created us to crave happiness for 2 reasons -

When we're unhappy, it can be a powerful signal to seek God and ask why. "Delight thyself in the Lord, and He shall give thee the desires of your heart."
I think our happiness, our contentment regardless of the circumstance is such a profound witness to non-believers that God is GOOD, God is LOVE, and God's WAYS are health, and truth, and life - in a very real, very practical way. "Godliness with contentment is great gain."

So, maybe our holiness and our happiness really cannot be separated from each other?

I mean, holiness WITHOUT happiness? What does that even look like? My guess is - the Pharisees of Jesus' day, who were always criticizing the Perfect Son of God for having too much fun on the Sabbath!

Just some thoughts to think on this week!

PS - Know you're missing out on some happiness but not quite sure why? Book a free Clarity call here - https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Ever felt held back in life by your inability to MAKE MORE MONEY?

Ever felt uncomfortable asking for a raise or offering to sell your product or service to someone else?

Wondering why people aren't EXCITED about your stuff - EVEN if it is free?

That's because we've bought into a lie - that sales is a creepy thing that people do in a creepy way to make money for selfish reasons. And we don't want ANY part of that - nor should we!!!

In this interview, Kat Schubert, co-CEO of "THE Salesgirls", is going to dispel the myth that sales is creepy, and that women can't (or shouldn't) master this life skill.

We'll also answer what "selling" really is - and how selling can help ANY WOMAN, whether you're a career woman, entrepreneur, single or married, or mom, MAKE THE MONEY YOU DESERVE by learning how to do ONE THING - Persuade for Good!

GRAB THEIR BOOK: Persuade for Good: How to be a Person of Influence Who Changes the World One Conversation at a Time -

JOIN THEIR CHALLENGE: Sell Your Offer Challenge: How any female entrepreneur can make more money consistently (even if you believe that selling is the worst part of doing business)

Does living life on your own terms sound, well, selfish? Have you ever wished you had more time - but when you do get more time, others seem to ask more of you? Ever wished you had more energy, but also felt like you were lazy because you could see others that seem to do more - and they never get tired?

If there's anything the Enemy is good at - it's at getting us to compare ourselves

And comparing leads us to either

feeling inadequate (because we see others as better than us)
feeling prideful (because we see ourselves as better than others)

UGGGHHHH!!!!

In today's episode, I created an acronym out of the word TERMS to explain 5 areas that we can focus on to make our life better.

Some may think it sounds selfish - I think it's just good stewardship.

But I will let you decide!

PS - I'd love to know: Which one could you use more of? Time, energy, money, better relationships, or the ability to relax and appreciate your success?

go to https://aprilbragg.com/ for more.

Do you struggle with anxiety? Ever wonder if it's a spiritual failing?

"If my faith were stronger, I wouldn't be fearful!" That's a myth that I inadvertently picked up by growing up in a church that NEVER discussed issues of mental health.

Let's change that! Today, I invited Christina Adrien, LMHC to come and talk to us about

How prevalent anxiety is
What are the causes
Is it a spiritual failure
What we can do about it

I'm going to be real with you here - I struggled with anxiety long before I even knew the meaning of the word! And then I made it worse by having Anxiety ABOUT my anxiety. But, through God's grace and my mother's wisdom, I have learned how to "have peace in the midst of the storm".

And that's the Plan. So, enjoy these words of wisdom from Christina if you, like me, struggle with anxiety and would benefit from Creating an Anxiety Plan! And for further help, you can find out more about Christina's work here:

Website - https://www.adrientherapy.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adrientherapy/

FREE GIFT! Download Free thought journal - https://www.adrientherapy.com/thoughtjournal

If you had to pick one word to describe your marriage, what would it be?

If you chose one word to describe your ideal marriage, what woud it be?

Mine would be the same - passionate. Even before I met my husband, I wanted to have a passionate marriage.

How does that saying go...Be careful what you wish for? LOL

The reason I wanted to talk about my marriage - and the pros and cons of our passionate natures and our passionate relationship together - is because of this -

To dispel the myth that there is ONE PERFECT WAY for a marriage to look.

The Bible is full of pictures of marriages - and God doesn't bother to hide the fact that NONE of them are perfect.

But, maybe we could just drop the goal of perfection, and instead aim for enjoying each other's company and supporting each other's dreams and helping each other in our unique creative way. And maybe laugh at our little idiosyncracies and not make our mistakes mean that we're doing it wrong!

So, I'd call mine and Hiram's marriage PASSIONATE - and I share the pros and cons of that. And I'd love to know - what word would you use to describe your marriage (or desired relationship)? Remember, there's no perfect. There's just better and better practice!

Are We Worshipping the HARD?

There's our goal. Then there's stuff we go through to reach our goal.

Some of that stuff is HARD. HARD at first, until we get used to doing it, and then it gets easier.

Like walking, public speaking, advocating for others - all things that start out hard and then grow easier with practice.

HOWEVER, there seems to be a big, macho attitude towards "HARD" now. "We Do HARD THINGS, BRUH!" Just because they're hard and just to prove how tough they are.

Okay. That's fine if that's what you want.

But beware of these 2 mistakes:

Goal swapping - making "doing HARD things" the goal instead of dealing with "hard things" as they come up in our progress toward our goal
Great Story Syndrome - comparing our life to someone else's great story of how they overcame a tragedy and making it mean we can't help people in a great way without a great story

Remember this - Life is as hard as it needs to be to teach us the lessons we need to know to make life better.

Anxiety, Mary & Martha Syndrome, the Enneagram, and Emotional Maturity -

find out what all these things have in common in this conversation that I have with my classmate from college days, former client, and amazing friend Stephanie Goldsborough.

In this episode, we discuss how we have both minimized our anxiety, our mutual appreciation for personality tests, and the benefits of being in our 40's.

Have you ever had doubts about God?

His Goodness, whether He really loves you, or even His existence?

Well, you are NOT alone.

In this episode of Bragg...About Life, I reveal the 3 step framework I use to deal with my doubts about God when they crop up.

As in, YES, I still have doubts. And I don't think that makes me any less a child of God. In fact, I use those doubts to DEEPEN my relationship with God.

Most of all, I want you to know this - you are NOT alone; doubts are NOT necessarily bad things; and even though it may not feel great (okay, it feels TERRIBLE) to struggle with doubts - that is NOTHING to be ashamed of or hide.

Don't hide your doubts - handle them with compassion and grace.

Because, truly, the point of the Christian faith walk is not to KNOW everything, but rather to GROW in everything - love, joy, faith.

Be OKAY with not knowing, but rather GROWING!

And, if you'd like to continue this conversation - email me at april@braggcoaching.com

Blessed are the BUSY, because they shall get to finally rest in Heaven someday.

That is NOT what the Good Book says, but for some reason, it has become quite acceptable in Christian circles to be rushing around from activity to activity, staying busy with lots of life events and ministry opportunities.

And I was the worst about this.

In this episode, I share a snapshot of what I now refer to as "the BUSY years", how I got trapped in unnecessary busyness, and what I did to free myself from a crowded calendar and chaotic life.

I realized that, in my mind, Busyness = Important, and Busyness was how I distracted myself from my real work - facing my doubts and insecurities, and growing in grace, and living out my true purpose.

And, after you listen to the episode, I'd love to know - which reason resonated the most with you? Let's talk about it! You can email me at april@braggcoaching.com

Enjoy!

Iron sharpens iron - that's what the Bible says.

Being influential on those around you was a THING before Instagram, lol! In fact, we are called to be a light to the world. So, the next question is, how to be influential? Or, how to be MORE influential? That's what I dive into in this episode.

Don't worry. This is not "how to be Instagram famous" - but rather, how to be influential in the ways that are important to you, and that can have a life-changing, positive influence on those you love.

And, it all boils down to knowing a few things about ourselves, and then consistently living from those things.

I hope this episode encourages you and reminds you that you were meant to have a positive and loving influence on YOUR PEOPLE!

Nobody likes a crybaby. At least, that's what I thought.

And as a sensitive child, I spent a LOT of time trying to prevent the tears, hide the tears, deny the tears.

I thought my sensitive nature was a weakness.

Until one day, when I realized, It IS NOT!

We all have aspects of ourselves that we might not have chosen. Physical, mental, emotional parts of us that feel like they're holding us back.

Question is, what are we going to do about these "flaws"? Are we going to go through life, apologizing for how we were created?

I hope not.

I hope this episode encourages you to take a new perspective on YOU!

And our "weakness" is an opportunity to receive not one, but 2 amazing gifts!

Listen to the episode to find out what those 2 amazing gifts are, and why I now see my super weakness as my super strength.

And then, I'd love to hear - what is your superweakness turned superstrength?

We're more digitally connected than ever. And we're struggling with loneliness more than ever.

So bizarre, right? But we've had enough time to prove one thing - likes and comments and followers are STILL not nearly as powerful as YOUR PRESENCE.

That's why I wanted to talk about 3 Simple Tips to Improve Any Relationship this week. Because the ironic thing is - with people STARVING for attention, it really only takes a BIT of intentionality to make a difference in a relationship.

Think about it - you have the ability to POWERFULLY CONNECT with those nearest and dearest to you, simply by being present and intentional.

It's such a gift to share with others. It's such a gift to share with yourself.

I hope this episode inspires you to BE the person who leads the way in your relationships!

Christmas - it's such a bittersweet holiday.

We see plenty of reminders about the joys of the holiday season, but I know this -

Christmas is a time when we also remember, and grieve those we've lost.

In this episode, I talk about how to hold holy space for both.

I explain WHY painful memories come up during the Christmas time, and how to handle this mixed bag of emotions during Christmas.

Your grief is precious in the eyes of the Lord, and is a way to reconnect with the TRUE gift from this season - PEACE.

And in case you'd like to listen, here's where you can listen to "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" by Casting Crowns.

Confused? Too many options? Facing an irreversible decision?

Or, feel like EVERYONE has an opinion on what you should do - and they are NOT all on the same page?

Feel like you've been trying for awhile to make a decision

Wanting to make CERTAIN this choice is aligned with God's will for your life?

If you are struggling for clarity regarding a decision in your life, this episode is for you!

In it, I share 3 potential mistakes that make it HARDER to make a wise decision, and the solution for making wise decisions with confidence.

And if you'd like FREE help to make a wise decision - go here to book a FREE Clarity call - in 45 minutes, I'll help you explore your options, as well as gain greater perspective on how to make future decisions more confidently.

Go here:

https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Are you looking for a mentor? Someone who will help you navigate a season of life with more confidence? Someone who will teach you highly valuable skills without having to go back to college for a 4 year degree? Someone who can help you get better results in your life in a shorter period of time with less effort and fewer mistakes?

Those are the benefits of a mentor.

In this episode, I talk about the MANY ways you can find a mentor, what to look for in a mentor - and what to look out for! We discuss free vs paid, and active vs passive mentoring. And I share some of my mentoring investments - everything from free to 5 figures!

If you're wondering how to find a great mentor - this episode is for you!

Dear Working woman, is a mountain of laundry making you question whether you should give up a job or career that you love?

This is a question that we wrestle with - especially when we see our job responsibilities colliding with our heart's priorities - our family.

When your head is insisting it's EITHER this OR that, take a moment. Pause.

Listen to this podcast where I have the opportunity to interview Coach Britt Tollinchi, who as a coach, empowers women to take a "BOTH AND" approach when it comes to making room for Big Career goals and Big Home goals.

Coach Britt shares her story, the pattern she picked up in the work force that made her take notice of the problem, and how she navigates confidently when LIFE and WORK collide (because that DOES happen!).

She goes on to share her top 3 tips for what it takes to "Unjuggle the Struggle" that we women face and how she helps women succeed at BOTH their big goals.

Enjoy this lively conversation and you can find out more about Coach Britt, her work, and follow her on Social Media at the links below.

Free 30 min Coaching Consult Inquiry Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWMl6PiDLCZzZIltdMekRR8Fr5Hzy4unme-rH7titGIh19Sw/viewform?referrer=https://l.instagram.com/

https://www.onfirewellness.com/home

IG: @brittney_tollinchi

Have you ever heard of the man who owns a plumbing business but has not the time to unclog his own sink? The carpenter too busy building other people's houses that he never builds his own?

Well, as Women, Mothers, Wives, Nurturers, Caregivers, Sensitive Souls, there are some things we do for other people that blesses them - and yet, we forget to do them for ourselves.

And one of those things is to ask these 3 questions.

In this episode of Bragg...About Life, I share 3 important questions that we NEED to ask ourselves.

I think of these as the "Burnout Prevention" questions.

In fact, I LOVE to ask these questions of other women, because sometimes, oftentimes, I find that I may be the FIRST PERSON EVER to ask them.

So, listen to the episode - and I'd love to know - do you ask yourself these 3 questions? Enjoy!

We need more volunteers! Are you doing your part?

When the rallying cry goes out - is your first instinct to say YES, and then figure out later how you're going to do it all?

Do you feel bad about saying no? Are you the person that EVERYONE turns to for help - and you're starting to wonder "Do I ever get a break?"

You are NOT ALONE.

There are many reasons why we all fall into a pattern of overserving during different seasons of life, but for some of us, it is a REAL problem.

I know. I've been there. Many, many times. In this episode of Bragg...About Life, I want to share with you some of the reasons why over-serving is not helpful to you or others, the signs that we are over-serving, and also my best tips for creating space to reassess what you're saying yes to.

At the end, above all, I want to make sure you know this - your WORTH is NOT TIED to your WORK. Otherwise, you won't stop working until you're exhausted and burnt out, and the world will miss out on experiencing the unique gifts that you were created with.

May your service be marked with genuine generosity, and never guilt!

The holidays are arriving quickly - and so is the chaos!

But chaos can take many forms. There's the physical clutter, the extra activities on the family calendar, and the holiday treats that play havoc with your healthy eating plan.

Then some of us are dealing with more emotional chaos than usual. Get togethers with family members that love us (and maybe drive us crazy too), or memories that bring tears to our eyes and make us feel a bit more fragile during this time of year. How do we navigate all of this chaos - the good, the bad, the ugly - confidently?

By creating a PLAN. A plan for peace, for more laughter, and for a few authentic no's.

If you struggle with neglecting yourself during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, this is for you.

If you are more focused on taking care of everyone else, and find yourself getting burnt out by the busy-ness of the season, this is for you.

If you'd like to maximize the joy of this season and minimize the sugar-fueled meltdowns, this episode is for you too.

Because, at the end of the day, sometimes the very best thing we can do for ourselves AND for those we love is to set a loving limit - or, in plain English, say "NO" a little more often so we can say YES to a Holiday season filled with more peace, more joy, and more appreciation for those we love.

Now is the time to create your Holiday PLAN to Handle the Holiday Chaos Confidently!

Parenting is maybe the biggest job of our life, and we enter it with virtually NO TRAINING, and sometimes plenty of baggage from our own childhood.

But where there's a will, there's a way. Every parent wants to do the best job, and also, every parent goes through a time when they feel like a failure.

In this episode, April Bragg interviews Parenting Coach Kristin Schmoke to find out her tips and strategies for navigating parenthood with grit and grace.

From holes in the walls to parents' greatest fears and failures - this is a vulnerable conversation between two women who are coaches, Christians, and parents of teenagers.

Kristin shares her tips for making the years less conflict-filled and more connection-focused. May the nuggets shared by Kristin encourage you on your parenting journey of a lifetime!

To learn more about Kristin Schmoke, Parenting Coach:

https://www.kristinschmoke.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kristin.schmoke.parenting/

Ever WANTED to get rid of more, but felt like it was too hard? It is hard! Too many decisions and our brain wears out.

Our we start getting nervous and asking "What if I need this?"

And as our fears and confusion arise, our dreams of a calm home with everything in its place fade away - and we're left wondering, "Is there something wrong with me? Why can't I keep this place cleaned?"

There's nothing wrong with you - maybe what's wrong is you are trying to declutter the HARD way.

This episode of Bragg...About Life will share with you the 3 steps that I recommend you do to make sure you are working WITH your brain instead of against it.

It's not about pushing through - it's about leaning in. Leaning into the bright future you envision - the things you will be able to do on Saturday instead of playing catch-up, the way your home will welcome you when you walk in through the door, or even the way others will say "I wish my home always looked like this! You are so organized!"

Remember, there is more to life than housework. Don't let "stuff overwhelm" crowd out your dreams!

It's not your imagination. Stuff is practically walking itself into your home. We are inundated with freebies. Free coffee mug from a church, free t-shirt from a fundraiser, free toy in every happy meal.

But this doesn't mean we have to spend all our weekends cleaning out our house.

We CAN put a stop to the free stuff - when we know deep in our core that we already have ENOUGH.

That is the difference with the Declutter & DONE method. We declutter ONE time, thoroughly, then we enjoy our newly transformed space, and then we naturally say "No thank you" to all the "free" gifts that we really don't want. And it works. Why? Because this decluttering method works with our brain - and focuses on abundance and pleasure rather than scarcity and fear. Try it. It's a game changer!

How to Organize ANY area of life (or even your life) in 3 stages.

If you think "I'm not good at organizing", it may simply be because you are skipping one of these 3 stages.

There are 3 stages to moving toward a goal - and if we miss any of these 3 stages, we tend to lose either our motivation or our momentum.

When we know these stages, then we can use this framework over and over again, in ANY area.

In this episode, I will also share WHERE I started in my own life, and why.

Enjoy!

Organizing vs Decluttering

"You're a professional organizer, right?" NOPE!

Even though I help working women Create a Home That Takes Care of Itself, I find myself explaining time and again - it's very hard to create an organized home if we start with organizing.

Decluttering and organizing are two terms that get used interchangeably, but they serve 2 different purposes. When we understand what those purposes are, then we can use them accordingly. In this episode, I explain why Decluttering, when done to completing, is SUPERIOR and EASIER than jumping straight into Organizing - even if you hired a Professional Organizer to do it all for you!.

By the way - this is not a criticism of professional organizers either - they are gifted people who are amazing at what they do! This is for the average woman who feels like she is "not naturally organized". What if that's NOT TRUE?

What's For Dinner? Why This is the Answer to a Chaotic Day

Something unexpected came up in a day that was already full of, well, life! And now you're wondering how to get everything done?

Or, perhaps you are in a season that is overwhelming you from all sides - and you know something needs to change, but you're not sure where to start.

I always start here - by answering this simple question. In this episode, I share why I start here, how I go a step further by creating a super easy default meal plan, and the benefits of asking this question.

Indecisive? How To Make Better, Faster Decisions with 3 Questions

Maybe some people make decisions quickly. I'm not one of them!

However, I have learned that confident decision making is an actual SKILL that we can practice and get better at.

In this episode, I'll explain why we hesitate to make decisions, and share 3 questions I have developed to help me make decisions faster and better, without getting stuck in the "what if it's the wrong decision" trap.

If you would like a FREE Clarity call, click here - https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

The "good parent" test...

Is there a right way and a wrong way to parent?

What makes a good parent or a bad parent?

I've waited 20 years to talk about this loaded topic - PARENTING.

Everyone and their brother has an opinion on how YOU should be raising YOUR kids.

It's the biggest job in the world - the most important job - and that thought right there STRESSES us out as parents... And the ironic thing is, the more we worry about how we might possibly screw up our kids or let them down, the more anxious we feel, and the WORSE we respond in the moment.

How do we break this cycle of worrying about "not messing up the biggest job in the world"? How do we bring the best of ourselves to this season of life, AND enjoy the journey too? By giving yourself the "Good Parent" Test.

I think you will like this test. My desire is to help you define for yourself how you want to show up as a parent in your child's life, so that you can RELAX and ENJOY the parenting years.

It's been a decade since I first had the idea, "What if instead of cleaning up this clutter all the time, what if I just got rid of it?" It was life changing. I had no idea how much my life was going to change but today, 10 years later, I share the top 5 benefits I've exerienced in life since decluttering a decade ago.

More time? Less stress? Better relationships? Can decluttering be the key to these? Let's find out!

With all of the modern conveniences available to us that did not even exist 100 (or even 10) years ago, we should have PLENTY of time at our disposal. Yet our modern life feels more hurried and hectic than ever.

One of the reasons is because we are requiring more out of ourselves than ever before.

Juggle parenting with running a business and volunteering in our church or community.

The problem is, we have 2 types of time stealers - the minor kind and the major kind.

The minor time stealers are bad enough - the phone notifications, procrastination, and interruptions that takes an ordinary task from 5 minutes to 55 minutes or longer! But the major time stealers are the ones that are causing us to miss whole seasons of our life, because we can get so busy that we don't have time to remember that "the main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing."

In this episode of Bragg...About Life - I share the 5 major time stealers, and what we can do about them.

Enjoy!

Procrastinating? Feeling Confused? Struggling to find the motivation to do something that you know you "should" do?

What if this is an opportunity to uncover a fear that is standing between you and your ultimate purpose.

The Bible says that "Perfect Love Casts Out Fear"

And that sounds great! Let's get rid of ALL THE FEAR!!! Let's Be Fearless!!! Just DO IT! And Do it NOW! - as Nike would tell us, lol! But, HOW? In this episode, I break down how to uncover our fears, why arguing whether our fear is rational or not is NOT HELPFUL, and the 3 questions we can ask to use our FEAR as a tool to motivate us TOWARD our purpose instead of getting stuck in procrastination or confusion. I hope this helps you to LIVE, LOVE, and LEAD with Confidence!

Feeling like you're juggling too many big things? It's back to school time. But that's not all that's at play here.

Some of you reading this are ALWAYS juggling BIG responsibilities - and at the back of your mind, you're asking the question - how do I do it ALL well?

How do I grow the business that feeds my family without neglecting my family?
How do I take care of my loved ones without wrecking my health?
How do I get rid of that nagging guilty feeling that I should be doing more for the church, the community, the world?

This burden - this nagging guilt, this pressure to keep rushing from one thing to another, with nary a chance to catch a breath in between - THIS is not how we were meant to live.

I want to introduce to you the "Art of Balance"

The idea that there actually IS enough time to do ALL that is important.

And it's not just my idea. I borrowed it from the wisest man in the world. I delve into this deeper in this episode of the Bragg...About Life podcast.

PS - Ready to drop the juggling act and adopt the Art of Balance in your own life? Claim your free Clarity call ---> https://aprilbragg.as.me/Clarity

Is Ambition a good thing? Most of us know an ambitious person who neglected other areas of life in order to succeed. In this episode, I explore why ambition has gotten such a negative connotation, what balance actually is and how to achieve it, and why Christians should not feel shy about being ambitious. Enjoy!

I'm amazed at the overlap between parenting and entrepreneurship. In this episode, I identified 5 soft skills that entrepreneurs may be overlooking - and yet are critical to business success. And, if you are a parent, you probably already developed several of these in the course of raising your children!

Enjoy!

As a leader, we are expected to go first. We're expected to have our stuff together.

But, we're not perfect. We're still working on ourselves too.

And that's okay.

Today, I want to share with you the Transformation Framework.

In the Transformation Framework, you will find that there are 3 key areas of Transformation. When you honor these 3 key areas, when you work on each area in a particular order, you will enjoy the following benefits:

Your transformation can be more effective
The help you give others can be more effective
You can maximize your influence

Plus, you will learn why some change "doesn't stick", and also why we should not feel pressured to help others in an area that we're still dealing with.

Coaching is all about transformation. And the fascinating aspect about transformation is that it can literally happen in a moment. That is EASY transformation. And it is fun.

But what about hard transformation? Why is it harder to change than other times? And, what can we do about that - or should we do something about that?

This episode breaks down the times in my life where I have had easy transformation vs when it has been harder, and why I am such a fan of both ways.

Ever feel unmotivated to set another goal?

Ever feel like you lose steam?

What if you are just forgetting a step?

Discover 5 steps essential to our successful completion of any goal or of any project, across any area of life - parenting, better health, better business, etc.

So many times, we are so busy living our life that we forget to ask the questions that make life memorable.

That is the point of this episode

How to make sure we're creating a life that we would define as good,
how to identify what might make us feel unworthy of creating a good life
how to take action toward a good life in a productive and meaningful way.

Passive or Active approach to YOUR life? It's you who gets to decide that!

We hear a lot about "privilege" these days. But what exactly does that mean? This episode explores why we need not feel guilty about enjoying the blessings of a good life, and what happens when we fall for the privilege trap instead of gratitude.

There's you, there's your client, there's the business.

OR

There's you, the other person, and the goal.

Whether for love or money, there's a triangle going on. If you will take care of all 3 points of the triangle, you will be healthier, happier, and wiser!

Choices change our lives. The question is this - Can you see ALL your options? If you cannot, you may be left feeling stuck, uninspired, or even a victim.

The good news is this - we ALWAYS have options. And these options allow us to CHOOSE what direction to take, and what attitude to take, in any circumstance in life.

Become GREAT at seeing ALL your options, GREAT at making great choices, and your life and relationships will flourish!

Relationships are not complicated when we know what supports a great marriage! Then we can invest in these 3 areas, and enjoy each other more!

We could spend a LOT of time, energy, and money trying things to make our marriage better - but not ever getting to the root of the problem.

These 3 Obstacles to a Great Marriage are ROOT problems. And next week I will share how to deal with them.

You love showering love on those around you. I KNOW that about you.
But, if you are ever feeling like you are giving more love than receiving, it can leave you feeling drained.
This episode explains the concept of your love bucket - and how you can make sure you never feel drained of love again!

One of the most valuable things you can gift to someone else is your time. But that's just part of the equation. What makes your time even more valuable? The attention you bring to that moment.

And, there's one thing you need to pay attention to first so you will be able to pay greater attention to everything else later.

Ever wondered - where do I even start? In our marriage, many factors can squeeze the joy out of our relationship with our spouse - kids, in-laws, finances, busy schedules, unfulfilled expectations, unresolved arguments.

Many times, the mistake we make is in trying to FIX EVERYTHING at once. Then we get overwhelmed, and are tempted to quit (or burn out trying)

There's a better way. Focus on the bottleneck. One thing at a time. When that ONE THING is better, everything gets better. Minimal effort, maximal results.

Listen to find out more.

Relationships feel complicated for a number of reasons - one being trying to keep too many people happy.

But, when we believe relationships are complicated, we get stuck in trying to "balance" them instead of enjoying them.

I believe relationships were meant to be simple, and in this episode I share with you my steps to uncomplicate any relationship. Enjoy!

Did you know there are 3 basic reasons why a spouse tries to control things? And arguing or silently going along with them is not the BEST way to respond if you want to strengthen your marriage.

In this episode I share a better way to deal with this all too human problem, lovingly.

What have I learned from being married over half my life? Does the "spark" really go away? Is a "great marriage" a myth? Why I didn't feel fully loved by my husband and how that changed...

In this episode I share 6 lessons I've learned from 23 years of marriage that I hope will benefit you and your marriage today!

30% of divorces have someone who is struggling with a mental illness.
27% of entrepreneur leaders have depression.

Is this the common marriage problem that no one knows how to talk about?
Let's talk about it, and I'll share how depression has affected my marriage, and how we still have a GREAT marriage.

In this episode, let's talk about how much it can hurt when our spouse is not supportive of our goals, and what we can do about it. Most importantly, I hope this episode offers hope, encouragement, and practical tips for getting back on the same page.

Stress can cause HUGE messes - especially if we're unaware that we're even stressed! In this episode, I share some of the symptoms of stress, and my 5 tips for dealing with stress before it causes even more messes in our life or relationships!

In this "controversial" episode, I share 5 lessons we can learn from Trump's presidency that apply to marriage. Enjoy this unique perspective on how we can enjoy marriage even more today - if we remember these 5 lessons!

Sometimes, when we lack confidence, we're afraid to even admit that we have a dream.

Kathriann was 40 years old, and thought it was too late and she was too old for her to accomplish her dream.

Now? She's halfway to her goal of becoming an RN! Enjoy this special 40th episode interview of one of the most dramatic transformations in my clients' lives - and it all happened in just 12 weeks!

What do we do if we're not on the same page with our spouse...about ANYTHING?

Are we doomed to a life filled with compromise? Or, is there a better solution to this very common marriage problem. That is the topic of this episode!

Are amazing relationships based upon luck or skill? Accident? Or, do we have the POWER and the POTENTIAL within ourselves to CREATE amazing relationships? Listen to episode 38 to find out!

What if self-care is just a trendy term for an old-fashioned principle?

In this episode I share why self-care is essential, what it is and is not, and also how I use it to manage my seasons of depression.

What's life coaching all about, anyway? That's the question I get the most, and to answer it, I invited one of my amazing clients, Heather, to share her experience.

If you are skeptical, you are not alone! Listen in as Heather shares her journey from skeptic to client (who decided to re-enroll!) and the impact it has had on her life, her faith, and her relationships.

Ever feel bruised, broken, hurt by the person you trusted most to protect you? When we're hurt, we want to pull back, protect, or even push away. I talk about a better way to handle relationship hurts.

Are we okay, or do we need help?

Is this normal or not? Or, is it too late?

How to do a self-checkup on any relationship, but especially your marriage!

It wasn't what happened on those days. It was what I learned on those 2 days that had a positive effect on every area of my life.

I share my story in the hopes that it will help you.

Your husband is NEVER your enemy.

And it's not your mother-in-law, either.

But our marriage does need to be strengthened against 3 common enemies. Listen to the podcast to find out how.

Ever wished someone would just "listen" instead of trying to "fix"?

Or, ever felt helpless because "there's nothing I can do to help"?

This episode will help you have clarity on the 3 ways to show love and when to use each way!

If you build your confidence in these 3 areas (areas that are COMPLETELY in your control), you will be able to trust yourself that you will do the loving thing, say the loving thing, to anyone at any time - and that is Love Confidence.

Am I loving TOO HARD, TOO SOFT, or JUST RIGHT?

When you have love confidence, then you will be able to trust that you will say or do exactly what's needed, in the moment.

What's one thing that keeps our marriages (or any relationship) stressed more than blessed? Too many people's opinions on what our marriage should look like!

Let's break it down, so that you can be more confident in what is most important!

Can a great marriage be defined? YES, and it should! But first, let's make sure you are not making this mistake...

That's what this episode is about.

Someone is attacking you. You're going through a health crisis. These are just 2 examples of stress that can weigh us down, and weigh down our marriage. In this episode, I share 3 tips for going through stressful times.

Instead of forcing ourselves to take a different action, let's become the version of ourselves that NATURALLY does that. Here's the organic way to do that.

EWD 4/15/22 - There is one area where your expectations are too small, ALWAYS. But that's okay. Listen to this video to get an Encouraging Word of the Day

There's DOING, and there's BEING.

Those we love NEED us to BE the best version of ourselves more than they need us to DO all the things.

Feeling exhausted, or even trapped by certain aspects of your life?
This episode will help you get back in control!

What if we are actually making marriage harder - on accident? In this episode, I share 3 expectations that keep us stuck in hard instead of enjoying our marriage more.

We can aim for GREAT, or settle for good. Knowing the 3 differences between good and great, whether in marriage or life, will make it easier to go for GREAT!

When relationships are what matter most, marriage is the ONE relationship we want to be GREAT!

In this episode, I share my 5 top reasons for becoming a Christian Marriage Coach (and also reveal some of my beliefs about marriage).

Let's get super clear on what is IN our control (and therefore our responsibility), and what is OUTSIDE our control (our responsibility - then we can walk more confidently through life!

In life, when faced with a problem, who takes the first step towards solving it?

The person who is courageous enough to go first! This episode explains the benefits of choosing to lead, and even what to do in "unfixable" situations

What do you do when you have laryngitis? Why, get your husband to record your podcast for you!

Meet Hiram, my "Mr. Handsome", and best friend and love for over 20 years!

What makes a REAL relationship? What makes it meaningful to us? In this episode, I reveal the 4 essential ingredients to creating and deeping our relationships.

Have you ever thought about what you thought about marriage?
In this episode, I share how my beliefs about marriage growing up were affecting my relationship with my husband, and the ONE THING that helped me to improve our relationship.

How much faith does it take to move a mountain? And what do we do with our doubts? Does doubt mean that I don't have enough faith? These are the questions we're diving into in this episode. If your facing something that feels IMPOSSIBLE, this episode is for you!

Sick, but "don't have time to be sick"? I've got 3 simple steps for getting things done when you are sick - while ALSO leaving time for healing.

Relationships are what make all of life meaningful. But sometimes, we can feel drained by the obligation to "love others".

This episode is meant to simplify relationships and also bring clarity to what "loving others" means. Most of all, I hope you feel loved and supported yourself!

The VERY SKILL we need the most to create a great life - is the very skill that we're told to drop so we can be "real adults"

This episode explains the amazing things that can happen when we dare to dream.

Did you know that you don't have to WAIT to achieve your goal to gain what you REALLY want?

This episode will help you become aware of what you are REALLY trying to accomplish as you set your goals, and give you a simple exercise to achieve that NOW! Enjoy!

If you are NOT failing at your goal - then your goal is WAY too easy for you, AND you are missing out on some amazingness that can only come from failure.

But if you HATE failure (and I do too!), you need a PLAN to guarantee that you will hit your goal - no matter the failure!

What makes a good goal? It's simple - avoid 2 mistakes, and make certain your goal has these 2 characteristics.

And, the benefit of setting a good goal is this - it just gets easier and easier to accomplish it with time!!!

Are you a goal setter? If not, you might be missing out on the 3 amazing gifts that setting goals can give you!

Ever asked yourself, "What IS my life purpose?" This episode explains common misconceptions that might prevent a Christian from being fully confident that she is living out God's purpose for her life.

How is it that 3 different people can look at the exact same circumstance, and yet feel 3 different ways about it?

So many times, we feel like life is taking us on an emotional rollercoaster - this episode is going to explore how to get back in the driver's seat of our emotional state!

Gratefulness is one of the most amazing gifts we can give ourselves on a regular basis. But, one of the mistakes that keep us from experiencing true gratefulness is if we practice FAKE gratefulness.

In this episode, we're going to explore the difference between the two and my favorite technique to developing the true gratefulness that can literally change our experience of life for the better!

Whether we believe we can or we cannot, we are correct. Either our stories are controlling our life, or we are controlling our stories. In this episode, I explain how to tell a better story - no matter what the circumstance is.

When life feels out of control, it can be so frustrating. But what can we do when we can't control the circumstance? Are we doomed to frustration? NO! This episode shows an even more effective way to "peace in the midst of the storm".

Confidence is very different from arrogance, and this episode explores those differences, shows why confidence is foundational to a good life, and how to gain more confidence without begging, borrowing, or stealing it.