Let’s Meet for Coffee Podcast

Have you ever just gone on a date by yourself? Like gone out to eat, gone to the movies or just taken a walk around the block - by yourself. This is just one of the practical ways we can build our self-reliance muscle!

We all go through hardships and traumas to a certain degree, therefore, we all need some kind of healing. But healing is not easy and definitely not pretty! Many adults go through life with hurts from their past and as a result they simply exist; they do not thrive nor live life to it's fullest potential! That's why I love what my good friend, Eldis, is doing. Eldis created Hearts on the Table - a non-profit empowerment organization that helps teens learn life skills as well as help them along their healing journey. Things like how to love themselves, educate them on effective communication and help them shift their mindset to more positive thinking. Eldis and her team provide these teens with the tools and resources they need so they can transition into adulthood as healthy, whole adults! On this episode, Eldis shares her own story of hope, what inspired her to start this amazing organization and how we can start loving ourselves RIGHT NOW. If you'd like more information on HOTT, you can connect with them on their website at heartsonthetable.com or on Instagram @heartsonthetable Please let me know what you thought of this episode - I'd love to hear from you! Until next time, Much Love ❤️ - Lauren, @thelaurengreene

To all my mommas out there! This episode's for you! Let's face it - we're all busy. And it can seem as if there just aren't enough hours in a day! So on this episode, Kendra Martin joined me and we talked about how we can find balance in our day. Kendra helps women not only find balance in their days, but also with their fitness journey and improving their mindset. Some specifics we spoke about are: - Some of the best practices to incorporate into your morning routine and starting your day off right - How we can combat anxiety and depression - How women can stay physically and mentally healthy - The importance of having positive people in our lives - And much more! We hope that our conversation brought you encouragement and some practical steps on how to bring balance into your day. You can connect with Kendra on Instagram @mrs.kendramartin , through email at kendramartinfitness@gmail.com , or on her podcast - The Rise and Inspire Podcast. Check it out! Thanks for tuning in! Much love ❤️ - Lauren, @thelaurengreene

So thankful to have Cody Byrns join me on today's episode! Cody was in a horrific accident that left him needing countless physical surgeries and deep healing emotionally. Because of that we talked about changing our perspective on the trauma and tragedies we face and how we can use them to impact others. Cody could have had a sour outlook on life, but instead he allowed God to use his story to help others find inspiration, hope and healing. If you're having trouble moving forward from a setback or tragedy in your life, this episode is for you! You can connect with Cody at www.codybyrns.com and on social media @thecodybyrns. Thank you for hanging out with us! Much love ❤️ -Lauren, @thelaurengreene

Ah! This episode with Gabby Hoyos was such a blessing! We talked all about how to maintain healthy relationships. How do we know if a relationship is healthy? How do we know when it's time to cut some people off? How can we make sure our relationships are authentic? I think we can all agree that relationships can sometimes be a little bit tricky, but as Gabby said, "having an authentic relationship means being willing to love again." No one is perfect and sometimes you'll get hurt. Other times you might do the hurting. But having a healthy relationships means being able to accept forgiveness AND extend forgiveness so that you can continue to grow. There is so much more goodness to this episode, you're just gonna have to take a listen for yourself! ☺️ We pray that you love it and that it blesses you. If you'd like to connect with Gabby, you can find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gabby.hoyos.3 and on Instagram @gabby_hoyos. Thanks for tuning in! Much love ❤️ - Lauren, @thelaurengreene

Oh my goodness! What a special treat it was to have Nicole join me on this episode of Let's Meet for Coffee. The testimony she shared of how God healed her son is filled with faith, hope, and miracles! During our conversation, we talked about: - Believing the word that God gives regardless of what our outside situation looks like - Surrounding ourselves with people who are going to firmly stand and pray with us - How do we pray super specific prayers - Knowing that when God is about to bring a breakthrough, you can't bring old baggage with you! If you need some help fueling your faith today, this episode is for you! Make sure to connect with Nicole at https://faithfueledmama.com and on Instagram @faithfueledmama Thank you for tuning in! Let me know what you thought of this episode on Instagram @thelaurengreene.

Have you ever wondered, "Where is God?" "Does God even see me?" "If God is so good, why is this happening?" Yea, me too. I was so glad to have my friend, Megan Holmes - founder of She Lives Purposefully, join me on this episode! Megan shared with us that the birth of SLP came from a season of tragedy and heartache. So, in this episode we hope to remind you and encourage you that there is purpose in your pain; beauty will come out of the ashes. God will take all of our highs, all of our lows, our achievements and our tragedies and beautifully orchestrate them for our good and for His Glory. Jesus is with you and cares so deeply for you! So, if you find yourself in a tough season right now, be encouraged! The Lord sees you and your breakthrough is on the way! Make sure to check out She Lives Purposefully on Instagram @shelivespurposefully and on their website at shelivespurposefully.com Thank you so much for tuning in, I hope this episode blessed you! Much love ❤️ - Lauren @thelaurengreene

On this episode, I had the opportunity to talk with makeup artist, Diane Aiello! We talked about how she got started in the fashion world, what it's like being a believer in such an "aggressive" industry and ultimately how God can use you RIGHT WHERE YOU ARE! Join us for some encouragement, a few practical tips and fun! You can find Diane on Instagram @diane_aiello as well as on her coaching website - www.mybeautymuse.com. Thanks for tuning in and make sure to let me know what you thought of this episode on Instagram @thelaurengreene. Much love ❤️

I'm pretty sure we've all had moments in our lives where we've questioned God; Asking things like "Why me?" and "God, why is this happening?" Let me assure you, God is not intimidated by your questions. You can ask God questions without questioning who He is. I'm so thankful for Kristen Decker, founder of Freedom from Bullying, for joining me on this episode! Kristin had her very own "Why, God?" moments when she endured 7 years of bullying. She shared her journey with us, some steps she took towards healing and how she rekindled her relationship with God again. There is purpose in your pain and Kristin's story is a reminder of that. You can connect with Kristin on Facebook at www.facebook.com/freedomfrombullying Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to let us know what you thought of this episode. Much love. ❤️ -Lauren, @thelaurengreene

Do you struggle with knowing your worth? Many women struggle with feeling unworthy and less than, but let me remind you that you ARE WORTHY! You'll want to grab your notebook because on this episode, Felicia - founder of Worthysoot, shares why it's so important to live in your worth and 3 steps on how to practically do that everyday! Step 1: Own Your Mess Step 2: Fight Off Lies Step 3: Take Steps of Faith/Action We hope this episode encourages you and gives you the tools you need to start knowing and owning your worth. You can become part of the Worthysoot family by going to worthysoot.com and on Instagram @worthysoot. Thanks for tuning in! Much love❤️ -Lauren, @thelaurengreene

Wholesome living is all about taking care of your body, mind, spirit and relationships. I loved having Alayna on this episode as we talked about how to live more wholesome lives. Alayna is a wholesome living blogger and not only did she share her story of how she started her blog, The Girl Who Does Everything, but she also shared some really great practical steps on how to get started! We hope this episode blesses you and encourages you to live a more well-balanced, wholesome life! You can find Alayna on Facebook at facebook.com/thegirlwhodoeseverything as well as on Instagram @alaynakemery. Thanks for tuning in, until next time! Much love ❤️ @thelaurengreene

"No right now, doesn't mean no forever." This was such good advice Nancy gave on today's episode! Nancy Li shared with me her journey of wanting to go into overseas missions and how God took her down another path, but it was far from easy. It was a hard no for her to hear and she went through a period of mourning and waiting. Nancy tells us of how she trusted God to get her through that hard time and how she now does missions in her "backyard"! We pray that this episode would bless you! Maybe you feel like a door has been closed recently and now you're in the waiting place. Be encouraged - a no right now doesn't mean no forever. Trust God. He knows what's best for us! You can find Nancy on social media at facebook.com/nancy.li.790 Much love ❤️ @thelaurengreene

Hey 20-year-old, it is okay if you don't have your whole life figured out right this second! Isn't that a relief?! On this episode I talk with Gabe and Lara, hosts of Pod Twenty-Something, a podcast that helps 20-something year olds navigate life. Let's face it, your twenties can be pretty messy, but it helps having a community to help you get through it and that is exactly what Pod Twenty-Something is all about! Make sure to check out this episode for some encouragement and practical steps on how to discover your purpose and overcome comparison. Make sure to listen to Pod Twenty-Something on all podcast streaming platforms and connect with them on Instagram @podtwentysomething Thanks for tuning in! Much love. ❤️ @thelaurengreene

CALLING ALL COLLEGE GIRLS! This episode is for you! Tessah helps girls navigate college, relationships, their purpose all while also helping them grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. And we talk about all of that right here! It was such a blessing to have her on this episode - we had a blast! Join us for some encouragement, fire tips and how you can too can join Tessah's College Girl and College Bootcamp Communities. Make sure to check her out on Instagram @tessahjoann Thanks for tuning in! Much love ❤️ IG & Twitter @thelaurengreene , facebook.com/thelaurengreene

Have you ever felt like you've lost your joy? Maybe you feel overwhelmed, lost or low in confidence, if so, this episode is for you! I talk with Janine about her own journey of how she had to find joy again in her life and her new book, The Joy Filled Soul, which was written from that personal experience. Janine shares encouragement and practical steps on how you and I can experience joy in our every day lives! To check out her book and stay up to date with all that Janine is doing you can go to her website at www.janinelansing.com/ You can also find her on Instagram @janinelansing and on facebook.com/janine.e.lansing Thank you so much for tuning in! Much love. ❤️ @thelaurengreene

On this episode I talked with Alexandria Bozzo, owner of Imperfectly Perfect Jewelry, about her passion for fighting against human trafficking. From every sale made, Alexandria donates 25% to A21, an organization that also fights against the horrors of human trafficking. We made sure to talk about the signs of human trafficking, what to look for as well as how to talk to your kids about this heavy topic. By supporting this small business not only will you have a beautiful pair of hand crafted earrings, but you will also be contributing to a greater cause. Make sure to check out Imperfectly Perfect Jewelry on Instagram @imperfectlyperfectjewelry_ and on Etsy at www.etsy.com/shop/imperfectlyperfectab/ For more info about A21 you can visit A21.org. Thanks for tuning in! Much love. ❤️ IG @thelaurengreene, Twitter @thelaurengreene, facebook.com/thelaurengreene

Who says dropping out of college is a bad thing?! On this episode, I talk with my new friend Miranda about her journey of dropping out of college to pursue her graphic design business full time! To check out her work and to keep up with her journey, you can follow Miranda on Instagram @mirandadesign.co Much love ❤️ IG @thelaurengreene Twitter @thelaurengreene facebook.com/thelaurengreene

In this episode, I talk about a super practical method that I use personally to dive deeper into God's Word. Have you used this method before? Let me know! Much love ❤️ Instagram @thelaurengreene Twitter @thelaurengreene facebook.com/thelaurengreene

I'm so thankful for Dana and her husband, Jason's, disagreements! haha. Without those, we would not have the Spark Now App! My friend, Dana - creator of the app - tells us all about the journey of how it came to be, some of the app's features, and how Spark Now App helps rekindle the fun, love and spice in marriages. The app is in the final stages of development and will be out VERY SOON! Make sure to follow Spark Now on Instagram @sparknowapp to stay up to date on the release date and more relationship tips. Thanks for tuning in! Much love ❤️ facebook.com/thelaurengreene Instagram & Twitter @thelaurengreene

I absolutely loved this talk with Emily from Wildflower Wellness Co. So many people struggle with their mental health and this episode was the perfect blend of encouragement, hope and practical steps! Take a listen and make sure so share with us your favorite takeaways. You can join the Wildflower Wellness Co. community by joining their facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/thewildflowerwellnesssco and/or follow along on Instagram @thewildflowerwellnessco Until next time, Much Love! ❤️ www.facebook.com/thelaurengreene IG @thelaurengreene

Just a little life update.... :) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ At first I wasn't sure if I was going to share this, but that's what life experiences are for, right?! To be shared; to help someone else in their journey. And I don't want to be someone who only "preaches" and talks about faith...I want to be the person to actually live it out! I want to be a living, breathing example of God's goodness and show you that He WILL come through for you. So my prayer for you today is that if your faith is weak, if you aren't sure the outcome, use my story to lean on. Let it bring you hope. I pray that my experience blesses you and reminds you that God is ALWAYS on time! ❤️ You can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter @thelaurengreene.

It was so great having my friend, Ashley, on today's episode. She is the owner of Everafter Beauty Co., a boutique style beauty team that travels to you for the ultimate hair and makeup experience for your big life events. We talked about why she started Everafter Beauty Co., her 1st year in business and her passion for cosmetology. I think a common factor between many entrepreneurs is thinking that their niche is overly-saturated and that there isn't any room for them. Ashley struggled with this a little bit too and shared this motto (that I loved), "hustle and heart will set you apart." Her hope for Everafter Beauty Co. is that her clients would see her love and passion for cosmetology. You can find out more about Everafter Beauty Co. on their website at www.everafterbeautyco.com and on Instagram @everafterbeauty.co Thank you for tuning in! Much love. ❤️ www.facebook.com/thelaurengreene , Instagram @thelaurengreene

You hear it all the time, "Be the change you want to see in the world", but the question still remains on "how"? How can we take practical steps and be that change? On this episode, I share a personal experience of something that I think would help start the change we are so desperately wanting to see. If you enjoyed this episode, let me know! Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and you can find also find me on Facebook at facebook.com/thelaurengreene and on Instagram @thelaurengreene. Until next time, Much Love! ❤️

Our country (USA), our cities are hurting right now. So much division, anger, hate, hurt, frustration, the list goes on and on. On this episode, I talk about the blend of compassion and responsibility as followers of Jesus. I share my own struggles that I faced and the Scripture that got me through it. This was a hard talk to navigate; racial division, injustice, but I pray that it brings you some hope! If you listen to this episode and want to share your thoughts, I'd love to hear from you. Connect with me on Instagram @thelaurengreene or on Facebook at facebook.com/thelaurengreene. Much love. ❤️

On this episode, I invited my friend Genesis to talk about how we can cultivate our gifts. Everyone has a gift, but you don't just go from good to great, your gift requires nurturing. We also discovered that our gifts are not really for us, but to be shared with others! Genesis shares her journey with writing poetry and spoken word. We talk about how she started, how to pour into your gift, she even shared a personal piece that she wrote and so much more! We hope this episode encourages you to activate your gifts, whatever they may be, and helps you start right where you are! ❤️ To connect with Genesis and keep up with her journey, you can find her on Instagram @slim.giim If you enjoyed this episode, please let me know! I would love to hear from you. You can find me on Facebook at facebook.com/thelaurengreene and on Instagram @thelaurengreene Much love! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What does living out your faith look like? How do you know when God is speaking?  What are some practical steps for exercising your faith daily?  Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions? On this episode I invited my friend, Jessica Daly, to join me as we talked about her own faith journey!  She shared about how God led her and her family from North Carolina to Virginia to Florida and how He has been faithful through it all!  We hope this episode encourages you and ignites a deeper trust in God within you! ❤️ You can connect with Jessica on her website at www.mydalyoutreach.com or on Twitter @Jessica_DalyMDO.  I'd love to hear from you too! Make sure to send me a message letting me know your thoughts and takeaways from this episode. You can connect with me on Facebook at facebook.com/thelaurengreene or on Instagram @thelaurengreene. 

On this episode, I breakdown parts of Psalm 42:11 TPT. Here are the takeaways: 1. "So, I Say To My Soul..." = We are not subject to our emotions or thoughts. We can choose to think better and control our emotions. 2. Being aware of how we feel. We can feel discouraged, angry, mad, sad, frustrated, jealous, but it's important not to sit with those feeling for too long. I also talk about a song from Mosaic called Fountain (I am good). It ties the verse all together, because it speaks on the idea that we are good because God created us in His image and He loves us perfectly. So because of that, we don't have to agree with our emotions or negative mindset, but we can choose to agree with God's love and what He thinks about us! If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to connect with you more! You can find me on Facebook @ facebook.com/thelaurengreene and in Instagram @thelaurengreene.

My girl, Stephany, and I talked about a little bit of everything on this episode!

On this episode, I invite my friend Juana Browne to talk about her life as a doula. She explains what she does, why she loves it, how she got started and why it's so important for mommy-to-be's to have a doula during their pregnancy journey. Listen in for some fun and valuable information! Make sure let me know your thoughts by connecting with me on Instagram @thelaurengreene. If you want to connect with Juana to ask questions, inquire about services or just to say "hey!", you can find her on Instagram @curlydoula.juana or on Facebook at Juana I. Browne.

On this special episode I celebrate my 10th episode milestone and I invite my daughter Natalia to be my special guest! Many times I’ve had to bring Nati with me on my coffee dates or meetings, so I thought it would be fun to have her on this episode with me. We talked about her favorite topic ever: SLIME!! Listen in as we discuss her YouTube Channel (you can find her and check out her videos by searching NatiJai Reid), how she got into slime, how to make it and some encouraging advice that anyone can benefit from! We hope you enjoy this episode! Feel free to connect with me on the anchor app or on social media! Instagram @thelaurengreene , Facebook Lauren Caban Greene Until we talk again, much love! ❤️

Not many people can say that their career and passion align. that’s why I invited Chelsea with Triple Threat Fitness onto today’s episode! Chelsea started her business 3 years ago and is living out her life purpose. We talked about discovering your passion, behind the scenes of entrepreneurship, how to cope with struggles and setbacks, how Chelsea stays motivated when the going gets tough, tips and advice and so much more!  If you’re struggling to find your “thing” or are thinking of starting your own business, this episode is for you!  If you want to connect with Chelsea you can connect with her on Instagram @triplethreatcc or on her website at TheTripleThreatLifestyle.com. You can also connect with me on Instagram @thelaurengreene. Thank you for hanging out with us! Talk to you soon. ☺️

On this episode, I invite my friend Stephanie AKA Cooky to join me in talking about protecting your peace and energy. (I use those terms interchangeably) I feel like the topic of protecting your energy has become a recent trend that people talk about more often than before, but for such an important topic, why didn’t we learn this sooner?! Cooky and I dive into what it means to protect your energy/peace/ space, what that looks like on a daily basis, what it means to set healthy boundaries, how to get back on track when your peace has been disrupted and so much more! We hope that you can relate to this discussion and even learn a thing or two as you listen! If you wish to connect with Cooky you can find her on Instagram @_cooky or by her #cookyscoffeecommute. And on Facebook at Stephanie Cookie Gonzalez. You can also connect with me @thelaurengreene on Instagram and at Lauren Caban Greene on Facebook. We can’t wait to hear from you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this Let’s Meet for Coffee episode, my sister friend Yvette Kendrick joins me as we talk about getting out of our heads. Many times we have a huge goal or a God-sized dream, but we let fear take over and become paralyzed instead of pursuing all that God has for us. We discuss our own personal journeys of “getting out of our heads” as well as share some pretty amazing tips to help you get out of your head and on to chasing your passion! We invite you to listen in and get out of your head! You can connect with Yvette on Facebook at Yvette Gomez Kendrick and on Instagram @yvettekendrick. You can also connect with me on Facebook at Lauren Caban Greene or on Instagram @thelaurengreene. Thank you for listening and until next time, Much love! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I just finished reading a book called The On-Purpose Person: Making Your Life Make Sense by Kevin W. McCarthy. What an amazing read! On this episode, I talk about one of the chapters in this book. While referring to the example of the river current, I dive into how we need to learn to navigate through different seasons in our lives! Here you’ll find the best advice for personal development! I hope you enjoy this episode and are able to take with you some valuable information. If you have any comments or questions, I’d love to connect with you. You can find me on Facebook - Lauren Caban Greene or on Instagram - @thelaurengreene. Thanks for listening! Until we speak again, much love! -Lauren --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I met for coffee with my good friend, Chystal! It was so fun having her on the show with me. We talked about getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, embracing life change and new opportunities, getting out of your comfort zone and chasing God-sized dream! We shared our real life experiences as well as some really good tips on how to get practical with navigating the uncomfortable seasons in our lives. We hope this episode encourages you to dig deeper and embrace your uncomfortable or difficult season! To keep up with Chystal you can follow her on FACEBOOK at CHYSTAL GAUNT or on INSTAGRAM @chystalgaunt. You can also follow me on FACEBOOK at Lauren Caban Greene or on INSTAGRAM @thelaurengreene. Thank you so much for listening and I can’t wait for our next coffee date! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I celebrate the life of Nipsey Hussle. RIP. Although it’s sad because we lost a beautiful person, we can celebrate his life because of the positive impact he was making in this world. I talk about all the good he was contributing and how we can learn from his example. My heart goes out to his loved ones; I’m praying for you all daily! We know that life isn’t promised, so what are you doing with the time you’ve been given? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, I share with you Dee (my hubby) and I’s latest journey; UNDETERRED! We started a new business hoping to inspire and encourage everyone that comes across it. I talk about what UNDETERRED means to me and would LOVE hear what UNDETERRED means to you. Lmk! You can check us out at www.UndeterredCo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we celebrate International Women’s Day! We talk about how to beat the comparison trap and start genuinely encouraging and being happy for one another! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is my very first podcast episode! I invite you to listen in as I introduce not only myself, but the details of how all of this came about. You’ll also find some encouragement sprinkled in there as well!