What happens when two first-born, competitive personalities try to build a life together? Spoiler alert: it gets messy! 😅 In this episode, Stephanie and Justin get real about their early relationship struggles - how their competitive drives turned every disagreement into a battle where neither would back down. Sound familiar? But here's the good news: they've cracked the code on channeling that competitive energy into something that actually strengthens their marriage instead of tearing it apar...
Jul 12, 2025•36 min
Perfectionism, this hot mess mom culture we live in, mom guilt, so much good stuff. I hope you guys enjoyed this conversation today as much as I did and felt like it resonated with you in some way. The world needs more of these honest conversations between women and moms so we can truly understand each other where we actually are, and not where some hot mess mom culture tells us we should be. Conversations like the one I just had with Kendra where she talked about feeling guilty that she DIDN’T ...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, Stephanie interviews Dr. Laura Froyen about Intergenerational transmission and how to work through triggers we may experience as we parent our own children. Dr. Laura Froyen: www.laurafroyen.com Did you know? Stephanie is writing a book! Join the waitlist below! https://stephanie-sims-author.kit.com/765221430e
May 27, 2025•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, Dr. Heather Rhodes talks about how important it is to make sure your hormones are balanced. Estrogen, Testosterone, and Progesterone are the 3 big driving hormones that we need to be aware of. When those are off then stress and low libido can be a side effect. Dr. Heather walks us through so many practical ways we can help balance our hormones without medication. Dr. Heather was so gracious and opened up her "My Stress Strategy" course just for the LTM community and gave everyon...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about why personal finance being taught to 17-year-olds is NOT the way to drive financial literacy in the U.S.
Apr 30, 2023•15 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about the difference between working hard to give your kid opportunities and getting them the opportunities.
Mar 13, 2023•27 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about the 5 things you can do with money. When we are younger typically we learn the big 3 (Spend, Save, Give) but what ELSE can we do/should we do when it comes to money?
Mar 06, 2023•28 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about some of the best parenting advice she's gotten about handling crazy behavior. **Note this episode was recorded in July or August of 2022 and is just now airing :)
Feb 27, 2023•26 min
In this episode, Stephanie kicks off FINANCE FRIDAY - where we will tackle a different money question, topic, conversation, etc each week. (Don't worry - typical Monday episodes will remain the same) The GOAL is to make hard money topics easy, to coach you through a situation, to teach, to encourage, to motivate, etc. This week Stephanie answers a listener's question. "Should I Add My Kid As An Authorized User For My Credit Card?" (So they can graduate with an 800 credit score?) Subscribe to the...
May 06, 2022•20 min
In this episode, Stephanie kicks off FINANCE FRIDAY - where we will tackle a different money question, topic, conversation, etc each week. (Don't worry - typical Monday episodes will remain the same) The GOAL is to make hard money topics easy, to coach you through a situation, to teach, to encourage, to motivate, etc. This week Stephanie talks about 3 unique things she pays her kids for! <3 Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any of the other topics! Follow on IG @ YourFinancialBFFStep...
Apr 29, 2022•11 min
In this episode, Stephanie continues FINANCE FRIDAY This week Stephanie talks about 10 simple, practical ways to get to $1000 in savings FAST. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any of the other topics! Follow on IG @ YourFinancialBFFSteph for more financial content and coaching.
Apr 22, 2022•15 min
In this episode, Stephanie continues FINANCE FRIDAY (on a Thursday because tomorrow is Good Friday!) This week Stephanie talks about what amount should be in your emergency fund while actively paying off your debt. She offers different things to think about so you can make the best decision for your family. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any of the other topics! Follow on IG @ YourFinancialBFFSteph for more financial content and coaching....
Apr 14, 2022•13 min
In this episode, Stephanie kicks off FINANCE FRIDAY - where we will tackle a different money question, topic, conversation, etc each week. (Don't worry - typical Monday episodes will remain the same) The GOAL is to make hard money topics easy, to coach you through a situation, to teach, to encourage, to motivate, etc. This week Stephanie talks about why having a big savings while in consumer debt is actually counterproductive and not adding to your financial stability - and WHY. <3 Subscribe ...
Apr 08, 2022•16 min
In this episode, Stephanie coaches and encourages everyone to get their financial journey started. Speaks the truth about what happens to our favorite things (Starbucks, Chipotle, Nails done, etc) when we are getting out of debt. (Hint: It's not giving them up - Deprivation is not the key to long term success) If you need an encouraging kick in the butt to get your financial journey started - make sure to listen to today's episode.
Mar 19, 2022•30 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks through when you have repeated a (familial/generational) cycle that you wanted to break. This episode is very casual/conversational and full of grace and hope.
Jan 23, 2022•45 min•Ep. 96
In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Dr. Heather Rhodes and talks all things postpartum & hormones. This conversation is important because when we are postpartum our hormones are all over the place. Though we can't change what this season does to our bodies (freaks it out) we can help support our bodies in simple ways. Allllll the things Dr. Heather Rhodes talked about in this episode: First, Sign-up for her free class happening on 10/13/2021 Resources: * LMNT (saltwater we talked about...
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, Stephanie interviews Rachel Grant. Rachel is a child sexual abuse survivor and she now coaches others to find life and thrive and not just survive after abuse. Rachel tells her story and shares so many practical tips and advice for survivors and for their community. MEET RACHEL Rachel Grant is the owner and founder of Rachel Grant Coaching and is a Sexual Abuse Recovery Coach and M.A. in Counseling Psychology. She is also the author of Beyond Surviving: The Final Stage in Recove...
Oct 04, 2021•55 min
In this episode, Stephanie and Jammie sit down and have a conversation about dressing our body postpartum and really anywhere in between. During this conversation Jammie drops a few name brands/styles of clothing and a few of those are below: [JEANS] Good American - Always Fit (Fit you for 4 sizes) Abercrombie Made Well [FITTED FOR A BRA] Soma or Nordstrom - NOT Victoria Secret GET IN TOUCH WITH JAMMIE Social links: Instagram: @jammiebaker_ Website: www.jammiebaker.com Pinterest: @jammiebakermom...
Sep 27, 2021•52 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about the price of building wealth and challenges you to understand what your wealth-building could mean for the world <3
Sep 17, 2021•25 min
In this episode, Stephanie breaks down the 6 main factors that can help or hinder your credit score.
Sep 13, 2021•30 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about the routines she's put in place to make school mornings (that turn into sports evenings) smooth and happy. Links talked about in the episode: Walmart Bins -I don't see the link anymore - I'll keep looking and get back to you! Reading Library (for age 6 or summer before K) Reading set for PreK year before K...
Aug 30, 2021•31 min
Enjoy another "Best of LTM" Episode today with the most downloaded episode on the podcast - The Battle for Your Mind. <3
Aug 02, 2021•45 min
In this episode, Stephanie does a coaching session where she talks about the unsexy skill needed to become great.
Jul 30, 2021•24 min
In this episode, Stephanie sits down with LaDondra Hervey who is a soul-alignment business coach and is passionate about propelling women into the greatness they are called to. She is equally passionate about teaching women how to break generational curses within their families. Reminding us we do not have to be a product of our past or follow in the footsteps of those before us. We can leave a new legacy for our children and for generations to come. She believes that there is greatness in each ...
Jul 19, 2021•46 min
In this episode, Stephanie and Natalie talk about destructive anger and burnout as it relates to mom. Natalie openly shares her story of anger when her kids were young and how she ultimately found the root cause of her anger and learned how to heal herself and now she coaches other moms who find themselves struggling with the same thing. Podcast Directory Episode I talked about at the end (trauma) Get in touch with Natalie Hixon: Natalie Hixson is a wife, mother, auntie, and certified profession...
Jul 13, 2021•59 min
In this episode, Stephanie takes listeners on a deep-dive into her 1:1 financial coaching and what it entails. For more information check out the link below: https://simsarrows.com/budgetcoaching/
Jun 28, 2021•51 min
In this episode, Stephanie teaches Part 1 of 3 of her Money Mindset for Moms 101 class. Watch full class here
Jun 21, 2021•30 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about why divorce is an option. To think it does not sound nice but it's just not reality. In order to be intentional and take action that will reduce the odds of divorce, we have to come face to face with the fact that divorce, is actually an option - for all of us. Episode mentioned at the beginning about our journey to financial freedom
Jun 16, 2021•36 min
In this episode, Stephanie talks about how her faith has impacted her business. This is a very informal episode where she talks through how it was impacted at the very beginning, how it impacts ongoing decisions and how she defines success for her business through the lens of the gospel. Episodes talked about in this episode: Boundaries Perfection Vs Excellence...
Jun 07, 2021•42 min
Are You A Smart Girl Who Feels Dumb With Money? In this episode, Stephanie talks through why it's totally normal for women to feel "dumb" when it comes to money even though they feel smart in so many other areas. Why the disconnect? - Tune in to hear. Stephanie's "Deep Money Work" Course FREE CLASS: Money Mindset for Moms 101: Learn How to Break Generational Cycles
Jun 01, 2021•35 min