In this episode, Stephanie discusses how we often want to make time for everything that comes our way, our work, our friends, family, and our calling. But if we are going to live out the calling God has for our lives, we have to learn how to say no, set boundaries, and priorities, and spend our time wisely. Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource...
Feb 27, 2024•12 min•Ep. 94
In this episode, Stephanie's accountability partner, Sustainability Anti-Diet Coach, Zach Lloyd, joins her to discuss the power of accountability, how it works, what works well, and who you should get for an accountability partner to accomplish your goals. Connect with Stephanie: Giving Your Best Life Conference on February 7th. Register here . Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal Connect with Zach: Zach's web...
Jan 19, 2024•16 min•Ep. 93
In this episode, Stephanie discusses what the Bible says about planning. Are you a planner? A woman who likes to set goals? Me too! In this Bible study episode, Stephanie will dive into Proverbs 19:21, James 4:13-17, and Proverbs 3:5-6 to see how we should plan and with whom. Other Mentions: Bible Verse of the Day: Proverbs 19:21, James 4:13-17, and Proverbs 3:5-6 Giving Challenge: Gratitude Challenge: Book Recommendations: 1. Uncommon Prayers (a #1 best-seller!) 2. Thank-You Notes to God Connec...
Jan 03, 2024•16 min•Ep. 92
In this episode, Stephanie discusses how and why we should host people in our homes, provide hospitality, and not worry about perfection. Don't worry about being organized. Give up people pleasing and just love and serve people. Why we need to live in community and connection. Put people ahead of pride. Other Mentions: Bible Verse of the Day: Romans 12:9 & 13 Giving Challenge: Who can you host in your home and show hospitality? How am I going to open up my home? Gratitude Challenge: Say than...
Dec 13, 2023•14 min
Exciting News! Stephanie and her friend, Amy, are launching the Giving Your Best Life Conference on February 7th (I know I accidentally say at the beginning of February 4th...that's wrong!). Register here . In this episode, Stephanie will discuss how the small tasks, when we are pursuing our calling, often get us stuck and how prayer and just 15 minutes can get you moving forward. Other Mentions: Bible Verse of the Day: Colossians 4:2 Giving Challenge: None mentioned today Gratitude Challenge: G...
Nov 28, 2023•14 min•Ep. 90
Stephanie recently watched an interview with Colleen Hoover, a concert snippet of Lauren Daigle, and Bradley Cooper on Bear Grylls and she wanted to share lessons she learned, as it relates to pursuing a goal. Other Mentions: Bible Verse of the Day: 1 Corinthians 11:1 Giving Challenge: Give away overflow from your garden Gratitude Challenge: Be grateful for the day of the week you are on Book Recommendations: 1. Ultra Marriage 2. Another Gospel 3. Good Boundaries and Goodbyes 4. The PAC Method f...
Jul 24, 2023•25 min•Season 3Ep. 89
In this episode, Stephanie shares a heroic story of a Marine who made the ultimate sacrifice. She'll also share a Giving Challenge for this Memorial Day weekend. Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal
May 26, 2023•5 min•Season 3Ep. 88
Stephanie has been battling a health challenge for the last several years and hit a tipping point in September of 2022. She'll share where she has been, what's going on, and the lessons that may help you as you navigate your own challenges in life. Bible verse: Romans 5:3-5 Giving/Gratitude Challenge: Find a way to thank a police officer New book: Uncommon Growth! Buy now at GivingGal.com/shop For extra resources and information, you can visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGalBooks.com . Conn...
May 16, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 87
Stephanie L. Jones is an award-winning and best-selling author of four books. On this episode she answers questions about writing a book and the publishing process. Shop: www.givinggal.com/shop Children's Books: www.givinggalbooks.com More Info: www.givingyourbestlife.com Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Sep 05, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 86
If you are stuck on a goal, Stephanie provides several great real-life examples to get you moving. She also chats about a vacation spot to put on your dream list, a gift you can give to friends, and how giving can lead to new friendships. More fun resources are available at: givingyourbestlife.com Are you a parent, grandparent, or teacher? Check out our resources for children at: givinggalbooks.com Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books he...
Jul 27, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, for this exciting episode where she delves into the adventure of completing Jesse Itzler's Driveway to Hell 1/2 marathon, overcoming challenges, and taking on goals with a foundation in faith. For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
May 17, 2022•30 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about practicing contentment in life by sharing a few recent personal stories and providing tips for you to practice contentment, set new goals, and get to Giving Your Best Life! For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
May 11, 2022•15 min
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about teachers that positively affected her life and how she's shown gratitude to them. She also shares tips and ideas for adults and children to show gratitude to their teachers as well! Shop Stephanie's books at GivingGal.com/shop . For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Sho...
May 05, 2022•8 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about the books she read from March to April in 2022, what she thinks about them from a reader and author's perspective, as well as which ones she recommends! Grab a pen and get ready to write down which ones interest you. Happy Reading! If you have any questions about the books she mentions, please email Stephanie@GivingGal.com . Shop Stephanie's books at GivingGal.com/shop ! For extra resources and information, you can also visit Giving...
Apr 27, 2022•27 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she has an important chat about how it's okay to open up and share a struggle, how it can help you and how you help others do the same. For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Apr 20, 2022•19 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how you can ask yourself "Why Me?", how that can support you in your gratitude practice, and more insight to help you get to giving your best life. Books mentioned in this episode: MORE Than My Mountains by Whitney Lane Ward Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer & Gratitude Journal by Stephanie L. Jones For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free...
Apr 12, 2022•12 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she answers listener questions about prayer, shares her prayer journey, how you can use prayer to encourage others, and more. Let her know your thoughts and questions by emailing Stephanie@GivingGal.com ! Also mentioned in this episode are books you can purchase at GivingGal.com/shop : Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer and Gratitude Journal Giving Gal (Stephanie's Children's Book) For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBest...
Mar 29, 2022•13 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares what she recently learned from some incredible Mommas of children with special needs while delivering her Dream Board Workshop. She also gives advice on goals and taking action! To learn about Stephanie's Dream Board Workshop and speaking, visit GivingYourBestLife.com . Also mentioned in this episode: Uniquely Nico. Learn more at UniquelyNico.com Episode 55: Autism, Grief, and the Greatest Gift here: https://bit.ly/gybl-55 For extra resou...
Mar 22, 2022•14 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about her love of reading as she reviews 12 books that she's recently read! Stephanie also talks about how reading is another that you can get to giving your best life. Take note and let her know about books that you've loved reading too by emailing her at stephanie@givinggal.com ! Check out more books that Stephanie reccommends at: amazon.com/shop/givinggal For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.co...
Mar 15, 2022•20 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about taking time for yourself to truly relax by saying "no" when you need to, taking a break from social media, and giving yourself the gift of rest. She also shares a story about a recent trip she went on with an old friend where she was able to practice what she preaches! Mentioned in this episode: Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer and Gratitude Journal on givinggal.com/shop For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.c...
Mar 09, 2022•18 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how she recently gave to and encourged a college student that she mentors. She also shares ideas how you get to supporting a student as well! Link to the video mentioned on creating a care package for a college student: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaNlA30gL7i/ For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's ...
Mar 01, 2022•11 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, and her special guest Rebecca Shellito as they chat about the power of sharing your gift and showing gratitude to coworkers/employees. They share stories, laughs, and some great advice for giving your best life. For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com . Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Feb 15, 2022•33 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how even though rest is very important, sometimes we can walk a fine line between self-care and self sabotage when it comes to working towards our goals. She challenges you to evaluate how you've been spending your time lately and recognizing where you could improve to help you reach your goals. She also shares how this can happen in leadership, work, and how she's been evaluating this in her own life! For extra resources and informa...
Feb 08, 2022•16 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about her giving, gratitude, and goals journey through the years and recently. She also tells a story about a friend who has recently shared with her and why you should share yours too! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Feb 01, 2022•18 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about embracing the chaos in life, how she's been doing just that and the lessons she's learned along the way. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Jan 25, 2022•17 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about new years resolutions, how she's quitting a goal, why she's quitting, and much more! Listen to this episode for all things goals! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Jan 05, 2022•14 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about one of her favorite giving traditions that you can try too! Plus, she chats about saying "no" and utilizing the power of priorities for a better year. This one is jammed packed with tips and inspiration to help you get to giving your best life! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal ...
Dec 31, 2021•17 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, for this heartfelt Christmas episode as she remembers a friend and police officer, Scott Patrick, who was killed in the line of duty on 12/21/03. She also shares about how to give to those who are grieving during the holidays. To wrap up this special episode, she reads the story of Jesus's birth-- the greatest gift of all. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here ....
Dec 22, 2021•15 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares advice on how you can give the gift of hospitality by welcoming someone into your home. She also chats about how to be a wonderfully grateful guest to those who give you this gift as well. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal...
Dec 13, 2021•20 min
Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about the power of noodling on what goals you would like to accomplish in the coming year. It's time to think big and let your dreams take flight. She chats about brainstorming better goals big and small, mindset, setting yourself up for success, and more. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com ! Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here . Shop Stephanie's books here . Follow me on IG: @Giving...
Dec 07, 2021•10 min
