If you’ve ever struggled with surrendering your stressors to God…you’re not alone. It can be hard to let go of anxieties - heck, it’s even hard to know what “letting go” of them really means, let alone how to actually do it! Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians 10:5 “to hold every thought captive” - but what does that look like in our lives today, when 70,000 thoughts pass through our brains? Best-selling author, speaker, and Bible teacher Laura Smith is a true treat on THRIVE today, and she’s helping...
Aug 09, 2023•41 min•Ep. 154
Well, this was a long time coming. 🙂 The fact that we made it to 39 weeks with our little man was nothing short of a BLESSING FROM GOD ALMIGHTY. So before diving in – just a big THANKYOU to you who reached out, sent love(lovelove), and were such an important ongoing part of our story + journey with Baby Gwynn. 🙂 INTRODUCING… JONAH'S BIRTH STORY ON THE BLOG MY BIRTH PLAYLIST MORE EPISODES YOU'LL LOVELOVELOVE THRIVING WITHOUT A STOMACH OR BOOBS (LITERALLY) - WITH KATHRYN CARR 29 LESSONS IN 29 YE...
Aug 03, 2023•38 min•Ep. 157
Before we begin, let’s just say you are *invited* to our official Facebook group: The CURowd. For a safe space of likeminded women loaded with recommendation and advice, be it for a cute kid-proof mom hairstyle or the next book for your summer reading list…this crowd is The CURowd for you. (Link below to join - come hang out!). Today on THRIVE is a treat because we’ve got THE WHOLE GANG behind the mic! Erica, Sarah, AND Taylor from Team THRIVE are getting super real and raw to chat about adult f...
Jul 19, 2023•58 min•Ep. 156
Deeeeeep breath….welcome back to THRIVE. I hope you’re ready to breathe easier today and feel a little - or maybe even a LOT - less stressed, because Dominiece Clifton is here to help a sistah out. We’re talking the best ways to physically RELEASE stress today, and I am here for it. Dominiece is the founder of both a mission-driven company AND wellness community, as well as a coach, instructor and new author who knows SO MUCH about stress - including trauma-induced stress - and its impact and co...
Jun 28, 2023•43 min•Ep. 153
Losing both breasts AND your stomach can be…hard to digest. (Pun intended ;) ). But Kathryn did it with grace and gumption, and she’s here on THRIVE to share her story as a bright light of encouragement for anyone in the throes of DIScouragement after life-changing diagnoses. She’s now had both a gastrectomy AND double mastectomy, so today’s episode features both her medical AND spiritual journey so far, with lots of laughs and powerful prayer along the way. We hope it inspires and uplifts you, ...
Jun 21, 2023•36 min•Ep. 151
As a teacher of 100+ kids, author of 4, mom of 3, AND creator of the course Fixer Upper Parenting, Michelle Gano is sortof nailing this whole mom thing. But it wasn’t always that way - so she’s here to send you a virtual hug and high five, because she knows firsthand how possible it is to go from barely surviving until bedtime, to truly thriving as a busy mama. In today’s episode, Michelle breaks down her top three keys to actually loving the childhood years. We talk about really connecting with...
Jun 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 152
We hear about therapy for your life or coaching for your business…but what about when your business needs therapy? Licensed Social Worker and Business Therapist Nicole Lewis-Keeber is here to connect the dots, going beyond your basics in “money mindset” to unpack some of the deeper-rooted beliefs (and yes, even traumas) that may be impacting and defining your current views of and relationship with money. In today’s action-packed episode, she lays out some limiting beliefs you might be carrying, ...
Jun 07, 2023•37 min•Ep. 150
You know that awful feeling of just not getting enough sleep? Or, maybe even worse, the feeling of clocking in your 7-9 hours and still waking up feeling tired? Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown is the founder of RestfulSleepMD, where she helps busy women and their kids prioritize sleep AND sleep better to thrive. In today’s episode, she shares the scoop on why sleep is actually so important and how it impacts, well, everything, as well as realistic ways to make it happen - since I KNOW you’re rolling you...
May 31, 2023•32 min•Ep. 149
Dr. Jessica Metcalfe was a dentist to oncology patients before burning out not one, not two, but three times. She’s now a self-intelligence coach and award-winning international speaker and author of Speak Kindly, You’re Listening, helping women beat burnout, perfectionism AND imposter syndrome, all by identifying and recalibrating their inner voice. We talk all about that in today’s episode, as well as break down the difference between “toxic positivity” and informed optimism and work/life BLEN...
May 24, 2023•51 min•Ep. 148
Whether you’ve been sober-curious for a while or never even considered taking a break from booze, today’s episode is for you. Karolina Rzadkowolska is a speaker, podcaster, and the author of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier More Confident You , and she’s got a completely jam-packed, informative episode ahead that will probably blow your mind ( in the best sense ). Today on THRIVE, she breaks down what alcohol - in any amount - actually *does* to our bodies and brains, as well as what y...
May 17, 2023•48 min•Ep. 147
We tend to overcomplicate, well, everything. Living your ideal life, being your best self and really, truly thriving doesn’t need to be intricate - just intentional. Before he was a speaker and coach, David was a US Boxer for 15 years, where discipline and control are the name of the game. Now, he’s a dad to 3 under 4, so he knows (and truly gets) how to create habits and harmony that work for your work, home, and life. He’s a gem to follow on Instagram for his quick tips and real reminders, and...
May 10, 2023•35 min•Ep. 146
Kat had her “dream” life…then it all nightmarishly hit the fan. Her full-blown quarter life crisis came with a side of a divorce, life-threatening illness, bankruptcy, anxiety and depression before ultimately involving a total career change and major life pivot. So what’s a girl to do when it all blows up in your face? Step back, stand up, and become magnetic to building a life that you really, truly love. Today on THRIVE, Kat gets SO REAL on what all went down for her and how she stepped back t...
May 03, 2023•47 min•Ep. 144
At first glance, one might think that Lydia Fenet could be the most confident woman in the world. She’s the leading charity auctioneer in the WORLD raising over a billion dollars for over 800 organizations. She’s been on the Today Show, in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Vogue, Vanity Fair…she’s even got an upcoming Netflix series around her first book, The Most Powerful Woman in the Room is You. OH, and she’s the host of the Claim Your Confidence podcast, and a wife, AND a mom ...
Apr 17, 2023•45 min•Ep. 145
It's my birthday week! I'm celebrating by reflecting on some of my personal favorite lessons and learnings to close out the last chapter in my 20's. Some are super serious, some are super not, but all are important (I think!) and have been game changing for me - so I hope they can be game changing for you, too. CHEERS to 29 years - thank you for listening and thriving with me. THRIVE Episode 135: Goal-setting Based on your Enneagram Type - with Jackie Coban Amazon Storefront: Books SHOP THE THRI...
Mar 22, 2023•19 min•Ep. 142
As a military wife, mom of four, AND owner of two businesses, Theresa just gets it. We’ve probably all heard someone say “just eliminate what doesn’t serve you!”, but as moms we’re looking around at each other like…we have kids, partners and families to serve, too! We need practical ways to actually manage multiple things without losing ourselves in the process, and Theresa’s got exactly that. Today on THRIVE, we talk about realistically managing mom guilt while creating better time management s...
Mar 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 141
If you’ve ever been betrayed, you know the pain is unlike any other kind of trauma. Betrayal is a unique, deeply personal and deeply painful experience that can shatter our lives and live with us for years if we don’t take very specific, intentional steps toward healing - luckily, Dr. Debi Silber is here to help. Dr. Debi is a holistic psychologist, a health, mindset and personal development expert, the author of multiple bestselling books, host of two TEDx talks, an award-winning coach and spea...
Mar 08, 2023•36 min•Ep. 140
Leigh is a mom of 3 boys, a wife, and a family physician - but in 2020, her life took a major turn (beyond 2020’s usual of a global pandemic). After receiving a cancer diagnosis, she felt God press pause on her life plans and stop the autopilot, forcing her to redirect her attention and reassess her priorities accordingly. From there she took a major shift in her medical career and a faithful jump in a different direction. Today on THRIVE, Leigh shares her story with a vulnerable inside look int...
Mar 01, 2023•49 min•Ep. 138
So many of us are…tired. We’ve hustled, we’ve grinded, we’ve burned the candle at both ends, and now, we’re exhausted. Beyond feeling fatigued, we might be straight up burnt out, and we may not know how to get out of the burn out bubble in a way that feels natural, healthy and sustainable. Metabolic health coach and functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner Maja Miller is a PRO at looking at your lifestyle - and labs - and creating a bio-individualized protocol to give you more energy for you...
Feb 22, 2023•46 min•Ep. 139
Today we’re going from surviving to thriving in love! Transformation coach and relationship mentor Illa Lynn is with us today to talk all about dating with authenticity, confidence, clarity, and self-acceptance. Whether you’re single and ready to mingle, looking for Mr. Right, or already in a committed relationship and just looking to keep things healthy and fresh, Illa Lynn is here to help. We talk about overcoming past heartbreaks or even traumas to be able to trust and be vulnerable again, de...
Feb 15, 2023•53 min•Ep. 137
“Can I follow Jesus, but also follow science?” “Can I be a good, supportive friend and validate feelings without letting feelings become facts?” ABSOLUTELY YES to all of the above - and Brittney Moses is here on THRIVE to help us make it happen. As a thought leader, content creator and advocate at the intersection of faith and mental health, Brittney is an ideal resource and incredible voice. In this episode, we talk about why therapy is still so stigmatized in some Christian circles (and how to...
Feb 08, 2023•48 min•Ep. 136
Guess who’s back? Back again…Jackie’s back! Triple-certified Enneagram coach and expert, Jackie Coban, is BACK on THRIVE to dive even deeper into one of my personal favorite topics: the Enneagram. As any sucker for a good personality test knows well, the Enneagram is an incredibly in-depth tool for discovering more about yourself and your relationships with others. Today on THRIVE, Jackie is building upon what we’ve already built to specifically discuss goal-setting based on your Enneagram Type ...
Feb 01, 2023•35 min•Ep. 135
Power struggles, sibling fighting, constant chaos…solemn nods of solidarity from the parents in the house, right? Kristen feels our collective pain, and as a parent empowerment coach, encouragement consultant, ex-Montessori teacher and director and certified facilitator of Positive Discipline, she’s here to help. While on paper she’s “got it all” as a would-be know-it-all mom, her journey wasn’t always easy transitioning from a teacher to a parent herself. Today on THRIVE, Kristen realistically ...
Jan 25, 2023•40 min•Ep. 134
There’s no one who particularly LIKES hearing the word “no.” It’s a punch to the stomach that can make you question everything from your career path to your partner. When Lucy Bedewi was told she had “too strong of a personality” for a job, she felt the feels - then did something with it. Lucy took the rejection as redirection and went on to launch her own business at age 21, making six-figures in her first full year and becoming the writer behind many international corporations, fast-growth sta...
Jan 18, 2023•28 min•Ep. 133
After 19 years working in education, Angela hit a wall - she was striving, leading and educating, at the eventual expense of the health of her marriage and family. Today on THRIVE, you’ll learn how to recognize God’s nudges and winks to know when to make shifts. You’ll also learn how to identify your core values so that you can set better boundaries that accurately reflect your chosen priorities. AND you’ll learn more about borrowing from past faith to get through future unknowns and question ma...
Jan 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 132
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2023, and welcome to SEASON 4 of THRIVE. We’re kicking things off in show, sweet, and simple way, with a mini episode on VISION BOARDING. I like to make a vision board to help clarify my personal goals and dreams for the year and work as a visual reminder and guide. It’s a helpful way to align and re-align daily habits and routines, so that 365 days from now, you can say that you somehow embody certain traits or have experienced certain things that you haven’t as of ye...
Jan 05, 2023•10 min•Ep. 131
Have you ever heard of “cycle syncing?” What if we told you that you could feel better, and WORK better, by syncing up with your menstrual cycle? Sounds crazy, but it’s crazy COOL - and Megan Rempel is just the guest to help us make it happen. Megan is a Registered Nurse certified in Women’s Hormonal Health, a health coach, host of the Fit to Be a Mama podcast, and a cycle syncing expert. Her mission is to help other women discover that life can actually be easier IF they tap into the magic that...
Nov 30, 2022•34 min•Ep. 130
Grief can be the strangest thing - we never grow beyond it, just around it. It comes and goes like waves and can hit at the most unexpected moment, and it can feel impossibly hard to navigate. Erin Zimmerman has experienced more than her fair share of loss so far in life, and she’s collected many invaluable coping mechanisms along the way - including real ways to best help grieving girlfriends. If you’re walking side by side along friends or family members in times of loss (or finding yourself i...
Nov 23, 2022•38 min•Ep. 129
Christine Errico knew no “easy” life. Born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate, she was bullied torturously throughout school, experienced an abusive marriage, struggled with substance abuse, and endured years of being told she would never amount to anything, and that her facial difference meant she was also mentally challenged. Today, many years and over 20 surgeries later, Christine is an advocate for the cleft community, working with Smile Train to help strengthen global communications and ...
Nov 16, 2022•29 min•Ep. 128
How do we invest the hours of our days so that we feel truly, deeply satisfied? Award-winning teacher and research and now bestselling author, Dr. Cassie Holmes unpacks exactly that today on THRIVE. As a top-rated professors at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management and the author of Forbes must-read of 2022, Happier Hour, Cassie’s work on the intersection of time and happiness has been widely published AND practiced, helping thousands and thousands of people ultimately feel BETTER about and happi...
Nov 02, 2022•47 min•Ep. 127
This episode is a true treat for parents who want to THRIVE. Destini is a certified parenting coach, a social media rockstar, the author of Very Intentional Parenting, and one of my personal FAVORITE people to follow on Instagram. Her advice today is equal parts practical and applicable. We talk about how to build better connections with your kids and challenge the idea of “discipline” as means of teaching instead of punishing. We talk about transitioning from being “the yeller” parent to better...
Oct 26, 2022•37 min•Ep. 126
