Trust Falls and High Kicks Podcast

Welcome to the last episode of Season 2, 2021! I can't believe we've been doing this for two whole years! It's been hard and wonderful and scary and life-changing. This year we have had so much fun and had amazing guests on the show. It has been an honor and a joy to share all these stories with you this season. Now to wrap up Season 2, we have dug back into the archives of the year and are sharing with you some of the pieces that didn't make the final cut. Some are serious, some are silly, and some are just straight-up us laughing at each other.  I hope you enjoy these little extras, these glimpses back on this TF&HK podcasting year of 2021. FOLLOW us on Instagram @trustfallsandhighkicks and on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. LISTEN to Previous Podcast Episodes on the TF&HK Website READ Posts by Brittney & other Trust Fallers and High Kickers on the TF&HK Blog As Mentioned on the Podcast: Nourishing Life with Jessica Looney Nourishing Start, Ep#26 Nourishing Spring, Ep#31 Nourishing Summer, Ep#33 Nourishing Fall, Ep#39 All The Single Ladies Panel, Ep#27 Three Men & A Lady, Ep#28 A Table Top Affair with Abby Turner, Ep#32 Bringing the Nations to Germany with Rebekah Rheingans, Ep#36 To the Ends of the Earth with BJ & Jill Sanders, Ep#37 More Good Times with Brittney & Brooke SnackCrate Video Series on Instagram Subscription Box Series Kick Off with Shaker & Spoon I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TF&HK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I hope you all enjoyed our previous episode where we talked through some of the trust falls we've experienced thus far in 2021, and how we can persevere and encourage one another. But most importantly, how we can see Jesus in the middle of all the hard, and how we trust Him with it. Now for this episode we are focusing on the high kicks of 2021! All the the joys that this year has brought thus far. So let's get to kickin'! FOLLOW us on Instagram @trustfallsandhighkicks and on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. LISTEN to Previous Podcast Episodes on the TF&HK Website READ Posts by Brittney & other Trust Fallers and High Kickers on the TF&HK Blog As Mentioned on the Podcast: Adam & Bethany Halford podcast episode S1E16 “Finding Community” A glimpse of the Rea's land (Rooted Farms) Brit's new love for Tractor Supply Brit's mini-vacation to the Tranquil Treehouse on Table Rock Lake Be Still & Know - Brit Blog Post Nourishing Seasons Podcast Episodes with Jessica Looney: Nourishing Start (Winter), Spring, Summer, & Fall SnackCrate Subscription Bouq's Flower Subscription Cricut Crafting Machine I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TF&HK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I don't know if y'all know this, but this year has been a doozie. Hard like 2020, but a different kind of hard. And just like every year of our lives, we have highs and lows; we have high kicks and we have trust falls. In this episode, we are going to talk through some of this year's trust falls in our lives and in society as a whole. Will we talk about some things that aren't really popular to discuss? Probably. But we are going to do our best to talk about all things with grace and wisdom. So let's talk about the hard, but also talk about how we see hope and Jesus right in the middle of it. FOLLOW us on Instagram @trustfallsandhighkicks and on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. LISTEN to Previous Podcast Episodes on the TF&HK Website READ Posts by Brittney & other Trust Fallers and High Kickers on the TF&HK Blog As Mentioned on the Podcast: Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato Jude Bible Study by Jackie Hill Perry Be Still & Know - Brit Blog Post A glimpse of the Rea's land Meet Zoey VonTailwagger Rea I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

As I mentioned at the end of the Nourishing Fall episode, we're going to change things up a bit to finish out Season 2 on the podcast. We want to lean into joy, hope, and just having more fun. In this episode, Brooke and I are asking each other super random questions, some silly and some serious. Brooke doesn't know the questions I'll be asking her and vice versa. We basically crack each other up the whole time, with a smattering of sweet insights into the duo behind the TF&HK podcast.  Join in the good times and learn several things about us that you didn't know you wanted to know. FOLLOW us on Instagram @trustfallsandhighkicks and on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. LISTEN to Previous Podcast Episodes on the TF&HK Website READ Posts by Brittney & other Trust Fallers and High Kickers on the TF&HK Blog As Mentioned on the Podcast: Twintastic Tuesday Podcast with Mark & Matt Slavik Finale, Italy Brooke's Old Blogspot Blog - "Wish You Were Here" Adult Coloring Pages All Things Cheerleading Annville, Pennsylvania "Don't Mess with Texas" Needtobreathe Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors Mumford & Sons JohnnySwim Ben's Birth Story - "Traumatic, Wonderful Week" The Office TV Show Downton Abbey TV Show McDonald's in the 80's & 90's I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

It's time once again for our next Nourishing Season episode with Jessica Looney! This is actually our last Nourishing Life episode!  Don't worry, I'm sure we will have Jes back on, as she is our official TFHK wellness guru. Today we are talking about all things Fall and the things we love and the things we don't so much. Hint: pumpkin spice lattes. We discuss some ways to nourish your soul, mind, body, and relationships during this Fall season. Listen in as we dive into how to prepare for a season of thankfulness and joy. What are your Fall favorites?  To PSL or not to PSL? We'd love to hear all about what you and your family are doing to make this season great. FOLLOW Jessica on Instagram @nourishinglifebyjes and on Facebook at Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney. LISTEN to Jessica's Previous Appearances on the TFHK Podcast: S1E8 "Nourishing Life w/Jes", S2E26 "Nourishing Start w/Jes", S2E31 "Nourishing Spring w/Jes", and S2E33 "Nourishing Summer w/Jes". READ Jessica's TFHK Blog Post: "Nourishing Life" As Mentioned on the Podcast: Lumberjack Latte from Airship Coffee (one of our TF&HK Cool Kids) Arkansas Apple Festival in Lincoln, AR, Oct. 1-3 Barefoot Dreams Cardigan on “Blardigan” on Nordstrom Fall 2021 fashion trends (we are literally reverting back to the 90's) Puff paint Ideas Three Good Things, Jes' gratitude journal app for Apple or Google Mary Ruth's Organics Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Here we are, the last episode of our Missions Series! Chris and Dee Dee Pierson (parents of our resident TF&HK wellness guru Jes Looney from Nourishing Life by Jes) join me in a conversation about how mission work looked 30+ years ago versus how it looks now. The Piersons were missionaries in New Zealand for 12 years before cell phones, Facetime, AND quality missionary care. Oh how different the world looks now! FOLLOW Wycliffe Bible Translators on Instagram and on Facebook. You also do not want to miss out on all the cool videos on their YouTube page. SUPPORT The Piersons by giving financially here. As Mentioned on the Podcast: Texas A&M Aggies for Christ The beautiful country of New Zealand Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course Wycliffe Bible Translators - For more than 75 years, Wycliffe has helped people around the world translate the Bible into their own languages. New Heights Bentonville Church - Making disciples who love God passionately and love people tangibly. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks  

We have another AMAZING missionary story to share with you as we continue in our Missions series. It is completely Jesus that we were able to have BJ and Jill Sanders on the podcast. The Sanders are missionaries in a remote village in Papua New Guinea, and they only come back to the states every three years give or take. So we were extremely fortunate to be recording this series while they just happen to be on furlough right here in Northwest Arkansas. My sister and brother-in-law have actually known the Sanders for several years, but this was the first time I've really gotten to connect with them and hear their story. Go over to the TF&HK Blog to read, and listen to(!), more of the fun blog-exclusive questions I asked BJ & Jill! FOLLOW The Sanders on Instagram @frilljanks and on Facebook also on the community Facebook page Reach Wantakia. You also do not want to miss out on all the cool videos on their YouTube page Reach Wantakia. #reachwantakia SUPPORT The Sanders family by giving financially here on the Ethnos360 website and on their team's website www.ReachWantakia.com. As Mentioned on the Podcast: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course The Traveling Team - “The Traveling Team has been stirring university students all over the country to rise up and join God in reaching the world for Jesus Christ. Think of us as a missions conference on wheels.” Student Mobilization (Stumo) & Kaleo Summer Project Ee-Taow Video - The Mouk Story   Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We are back with episode number two in our Missions series.  I'm digging this series because we're getting to hear from missionaries who are both on and off the field, doing all the trust falls daily and often in a different language! Last episode we heard from Laura, a former missionary in Slovakia, who made the difficult yet necessary choice to come back to the states.  And now I get to introduce you to Rebekah. It's sometimes said that "if you won't go to the nations, God will bring them to you." Well that, folks, is what is happening all over the world, especially in Europe as millions of refugees have flooded in seeking a better life. And this is where Rebekah and her organization come in. Listen in as she tells us about all the aspects of her missionary life in Germany. Go over to the TF&HK Blog to read more of the fun Germany blog-exclusive questions I asked Rebekah! FOLLOW Rebekah on Instagram @rebekahrheingans and on Facebook. Send her a message to get on her email newsletter list and stay updated with all the ministry going on in Germany. SUPPORT Rebekah by giving financially here on the Center for Mission Mobilization website. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I am pumped to kick off our Missions Series with my friend Laura Troutman. Laura and I served together overseas with the same organization, though while I was in Ukraine she was in Slovakia. Laura is also a fellow single, southern gal from South Carolina. We bonded right away over giggling, not-paying attention at orientation, Grey's Anatomy, and of course high kicks. Laura's story is one of obedience in both becoming a missionary and also coming back to the States.  This is her story of living that missionary life then coming back home and serving locally. FOLLOW Laura on Instagram @la.troutman and on Facebook. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Here we are, folks, starting our new series on MISSIONS! As you all know, I was a missionary for about 3 years in Ukraine, which was a bumpy yet glorious ride. In this series, I want to give a different perspective on that missionary life. I want to go beyond the email newsletter, and give you real stories from real people doing big things for Jesus. FOLLOW us on Instagram @trustfallsandhighkicks and on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. LISTEN to Previous Podcast Episodes on the TF&HK Website READ Posts by Brittney & other Trust Fallers and High Kickers on the TF&HK Blog As Mentioned on the Podcast: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course The 10/40 Window My Missionary Story in Season 1 of the TF&HK Podcast   I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

AND WE'RE BACK! After taking a much-needed break, we are back to kick off the Summer with another Nourishing episode with Jessica Looney. Per the Fresh Prince, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and the meteorological calendar, it's that Summer, Summer, Summer Time...Summer Time. Per usual, we're having a good time with Jes talking about our summer go-to's, as well as ways to nourish your body, mind, soul, and relationships. Listen in as we talk about both cannon-balls and belly-flops into this new season. What's on your Summer Bucket List? We'd love to hear all about what you and your family are doing to make this season great. FOLLOW Jessica on Instagram @nourishinglifebyjes and on Facebook at Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney. LISTEN to Jessica's Previous Appearances on the TFHK Podcast: S1E8 "Nourishing Life w/Jes", S2E26 "Nourishing Start w/Jes", and S2E31 "Nourishing Spring w/Jes" READ Jessica's TFHK Blog Post: "Nourishing Life" As Mentioned on the Podcast: F “Summer” by Olaf from Frozen “Soak Up the Sun” by Sheryl Crow “Summertime” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince Try a Pineapple Whip from Brain Freeze in Bentonville, AR Glamping with White Tail Tents Rogers Public Library Summer Reading Challenge (check your local library to see if it's hosting a challenge too!) Jes' Homemade “Gatorade” - Recipes highlight on Instagram Liquid IV Harmless Harvest Coconut Water Prairie Woods Farm (Brooke's CSA; Tell ‘em TFHK sent ya!) Local Berry Picking in Northwest Arkansas Brooke's Ice Cream Maker & Super cute Homemade Ice Cream Containers Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

It's our last episode of the Relationship Series! And, y’all, I feel like we’re going out with a bang. Today, we have the pleasure of introducing you to Abby Turner. Abby is the voice behind the blog and social media account “A Table Top Affair” and author of “The Living Table - Recipes & Devotions for Everyday Get-Togethers.” She is a single lady who is passionate about Biblical hospitality and the role we all play in bringing people together, no matter your relationship status. Abby walks us through her singleness journey and how she developed this love and heart for hospitality. Finally we take a deep dive into the significance of the table. I’m pumped to share her story with all of you. FOLLOW Abby on Instagram @atabletopaffair, on Facebook, and on Pinterest. Go  check out her website ATableTopAffair.com to read Abby's blog posts, listen to other podcasts she has done, and see all the tasty treats she's been cooking up! ORDER "The Living Table: Recipes and Devotions for Everyday Get-Togethers" on Amazon. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We are taking a short break from our Relationship Series with our second installment of our "Nourishing Seasons" episodes with Jessica Looney.  As we leave behind the cold, difficult, yet beautiful Winter, we are springing forward into a fresh, new season! Jessica, Brooke, and I talk about all things Spring...pros and cons, allergies and all. Are you a Spring cleaner? What is your go-to at the farmer's market? How do you battle those seasonal allergies?  We are going to talk about all these and some ways to nourish your soul, mind, body, and relationships this Spring. FOLLOW Jessica on Instagram @nourishinglifebyjes and on Facebook at Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney.  You can also learn about clean beauty products and check out Jes's BeautyCounter biz here! LISTEN to Jessica's Previous Appearances on the TFHK Podcast: S1E8 "Nourishing Life w/Jes", S2E26 "Nourishing Start w/Jes" READ Jessica's TFHK Blog Post: "Nourishing Life" As Mentioned on the Podcast: February 2021 Winter Storms She Reads Truth Lent Studies Ukrainian Seasons - Winter Arkansas State Parks Trails Find a Local Farmer's Market Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We have a fun episode for you today, and married or single this one is for you!  We are right in the middle of our Relationship Series, and today’s relationship is one that not many talk about, and it’s one of my absolute favorites: Aunt’ing and Uncle’ing! Are those real words? Probably not, but we’re sticking with it! “Aunt” is one of the greatest roles I have ever taken on, one that brings me more joy than I could ever express in words. Today devoted Uncle, and podcast regular, Matt Slavik joins Brooke and I once again but this time to chat about living this wonderful aunt and uncle life. You can find Matt Slavik on Instagram at @mattslavik and on Facebook at Matt Slavik.  LISTEN to Matt's Previous Appearance on the TFHK Podcast:  "The Grace Train", S1E18 READ Matt's TFHK Blog Post: "In the Meantime..." Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In this episode, I have the pleasure of introducing you to Lauren Lianne, author of the book The Wait Will Not Be Wasted. Lauren is a single gal from Florida, now living in Nashville, who has stepped out in bravery to write a book about the singleness season she is currently in.  You don't see many books, our even hear many voices, written by single people, so this is a real treat.  We not only talk about navigating the waters of singleness, we also talk about her bouts with depression and loss.  I’m so pumped to share her story with all of you. You can find Lauren on Instagram @laurenlianne or on Facebook at Lauren Walton. Head on over to her website to buy her book, read some of her blog posts, and just reach out and say "hi!"  AS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Molly Reed Grayson, "Sunday Bakes" on Instagram The Wait Will Not Be Wasted on Amazon Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We are continuing on in our Relationship series with another singles panel.  In our last episode, we had three lovely ladies, who shared all their highs and lows of living this single lady life in 2021. AND NOW we are introducing you to three single men, who were willing to come on and talk about relationships openly and honestly with all of us. Like the women, these fellas are in different ages and stages of life and each bring their own, unique perspective and wisdom. Matt Slavik is back on the pod to represent the 30-somethings; you may remember him from Episode 18 in Season 1. He is joined by Ben Pukas and Clete Seyle, two men who, I can now say, that I have the privilege of knowing. I just had a fantastic time with these guys, and I know you will too.  Here is my chat with Clete, Matt, and Ben. You can find Ben Pukas on Instagram @ben_pukas or on Facebook at Ben Pukas. You can find Clete Seyle on Facebook at Clete Seyle.  And finally, you can find Matt Slavik on Instagram at @mattslavik and on Facebook at Matt Slavik.  AS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: LISTEN to Matt's Previous Appearance on the TFHK Podcast:  "The Grace Train", S1E18 READ Matt's TFHK Blog Post: "In the Meantime..." LISTEN to Ben's sermon on Singleness at Fellowship Bible Church in Searcy, AR. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also, scroll on down to the bottom of the page and sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In this episode we are kicking off (pun absolutely intended) our Season Two Relationship Series! I am very excited about this series. One, because we are talking about something that is a big part of my life, but also we bring up stuff that not many people are talking about. It’s not just about marriage or how to get married. Sometimes relationships are about being the awesome single lady/gent, aunt/uncle, or friend!  We, of course, will talk about marriage and parenting, but first we are talking about that single lady life with a panel of three wonderful single women. Lindsey Watson, Anna Reynolds, and Lindsey Kirk bravely dive in the deep end with us getting into topics from contentment, to unmet expectations, to how the church can do better. And you know we are also going to talk about online dating and all the Venus and Mars confusion. We have the best time, and per usual, laugh a ton, so I know you are going to love this episode. You can find Lindsey Kirk on Instagram @kirk.lindsey or on Facebook at Lindsey Kirk. You can find Anna Reynolds on Instagram @annareynolds and on Facebook at Anna Reynolds. And finally, you can find Lindsey Watson on Instagram at @dvalndsy and on Facebook at Lindsey Watson.  Lindsey Watson is also one of our TFHK Cool Kids, as she’s one of our favorite photographers around. Seriously, she has been our go-to for all our family photoshoots. Check out her photography Insta @lfp_seniors or on Facebook at Lindsey Faith Photography AND on her website: lindseyfaith.com. Lindsey has also been a guest blogger on the TFHK blog, so go on over to the website and read her witty and wise words. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also, scroll on down to the bottom of the page and sign up for our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Welcome friends to the official start of Season Two of the Trust Falls and High Kicks podcast! As we mentioned in the intro episode, we are changing things up this year. We are very excited to have Jessica Looney, from Nourishing Life by Jes, on as a podcast regular! Jes is here chatting with us about all things health and wellness at the beginning of each season, and by "season" I mean Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall.  In this episode we are talking about a nourishing start, how to start 2021 off well. We talk through goals and all things Winter wellness. Per usual, we have a great time when Jes comes on the pod; lots of laughing and singing, as well as great conversation with a ton of wisdom from Jes on how to live a Nourishing Life. Let’s get this Season 2 party started! You can learn more about Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney by going to her Facebook page or checking her out on Instagram: @nourishinglifebyjes. You can also learn about clean beauty products and check out Jes's BeautyCounter biz click here! Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also, subscribe to our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

It’s 2021 y'all and time for Season 2 of the Trust Falls and High Kicks podcast! In Season 1 every other episode we brought you a mini-episode where I talked through a season on the roadmap that is my story.  I shared with you the silly and fun stories but also the deep, messy, and hard ones. Then in between those mini-episodes we brought on some fantastic people to share the stories on their roadmaps. Season 1 was an amazing experiment, and I am excited to venture into Season 2. In this episode we look back on all the blessings of 2020, rather than just all the hard we all experienced. Then Brooke and I talk through what you can look forward to in this next season of the podcast. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also, subscribe to our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on new blog posts, podcast episodes, and other goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

To wrap up Season One of Trust Falls and High Kicks, we thought it would be fun to dig back into the archives of the year and share with you some of the clips that didn’t make the final cut. Some are serious, and some are just us laughing at each other.  I hope you enjoy these little extras, these glimpses back on this TFHK podcasting year of 2020. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website. Also, subscribe to our mailing list to receive our email newsletter. We won't spam you, promise. You'll just receive updates on all the goings on here with us at TFHK. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

This is it folks!  The final stretch!  Only one more episode in season one, and as we enter into the Christmas and New Year celebration season...the holiday madness...we wanted to bring back Jessica Looney, from Nourishing Life by Jes, to talk us through some ways we can all end this year, 2020, well, and feel nourished and thankful in the process.  There’s so much goodness in this episode...you may just find yourself taking notes. You can learn more about Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney by going to her Facebook page or checking her out on Instagram: @nourishinglifebyjes. You can also learn about clean beauty products and check out Jes's BeautyCounter biz click here! As Mentioned on the Podcast: Home Improvement TV Show Jesus Storybook Bible She Reads Truth Well-Watered Women Co. FreeRide Studio - Bentonville, AR (check out that new bounce class with Jes!) Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com  #trustfallsandhighkicks

Christmas is fast approaching...only 30 days!!  AND this Friday, November 27th is the much-anticipated, or much-dreaded, Black Friday. To help alleviate all that holiday shopping stress, Brooke and I did a BONUS 2020 Holiday Episode including a Gift Guide! We wanted to share with you some of our favorite gifts that we’ve either received, given, or hope to receive in the near future. *wink All the links to all the products, people, and companies we discussed are outlined nice and neat for on the Trust Falls and High Kicks blog HERE. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We took a mini break from our regularly scheduled programming because, we have finished our first season series! But we are definitely not done! My story continues, and we are going to keep bringing amazing people on here for you to meet and hear their stories and about all the big, crazy things God is doing. We thought it would be fun to do a Q&A episode to answer any questions that you, the listeners, had for both me and Brooke. We polled you on social media, and here are the results. You asked them, and we answered... As Mentioned in the Podcast: Libsyn Podcast Hosting Blue Yeti USB Podcast Microphone Lysa TerKeurst Bob Goff Lindsay Teague Moreno TFHK Ep. 12 - Heart to Heart with Courtney Lancaster Podcasts: Dadville Podcast JOE Podcast with Lisa Whittle That Sounds Fun Podcast with Annie F. Downs By His Grace Podcast with Misty Phillip The Heart of Dating Podcast with Kait Warman Mom to Mom Podcast Risen Motherhood Podcast Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast Verity Podcast with Phylicia Masonheimer Enneagram Institute Type Descriptions Homeschool Resources Singapore Math Apologia Science The Story of the World - History All About Spelling Writing with Ease Rosetta Stone for Homeschoolers Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

This week on the podcast we have the pleasure and joy of introducing you to Kate Whitley, owner and artist of Little Things Studio.  I met Kate in college, as we were both in the same program and had some friends in common.  It wasn’t until I came back from Ukraine 10 years ago that we reconnected, as I was looking for a new path and purpose in life, and she was starting on her own brand new path.  Kate has been an inspiration to me through her bravery of starting over, stepping out into the unknown, and going to battle for her health. This episode was recorded pre-Covid, last Spring, and Brooke and I were lucky enough to go to Nashville, hang with Kate’s lovely family, and tour her very cool workshop.  So some of the high kicks she talks about have already come to fruition!  I’m so pumped to share her story with all of you. You can follow Kate on Instagram @littlethingsstudio and on Facebook.  Go buy ALL. THE. THINGS on LittleThingsStudio.com. All the gorgeous art from calendars, to prints, to tea towels and more make the best gifts.   All the fun, cool things we mentioned in the show: Rooted in Healing - Nutrition & Wellness The Paleo Mom Website Diamond Krystal Kosher Salt on Amazon   Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We have run the gamut!  I have shared so many milestones in my story, so many ups and downs.  Stories of faith, trauma, and redemption.  What happens next?  What happens when you’re finally free?  Joy.  Joy is what happens.  Newfound hope for this life we get the privilege to live, and genuine, feel-it-deep-in-your-bones JOY. As Mentioned in the Podcast: Marshawn Evans Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on the website: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Today on the pod, we get super deep and super silly with Ron Sweeney. Ron’s story is a rollercoaster of emotion, one filled with some big highs and extreme lows. Ron shares with us how he went from living in a shack as a kid eating grass to becoming a believer, a family man, and now a VP at a Fortune 400 company. Settle in and enjoy our conversation with Ron Sweeney. You can follow Ron on Facebook. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In our last minisode we shared about forgiveness, about finally letting go of all that I was holding against the people who I felt had hurt me.  What now?  The constant pain of a trauma had subsided, so now is the time to live.  But, until you know you’ve gotten it all out of your system, there will still be side-effects. As Mentioned in the Podcast: New York City, Midtown Manhattan L'viv, Ukraine Bob Goff The Bible, 2 Corinthians 1:20 "Yes and Amen" by Housefires Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We thought we would spice things up and veer from our usually scheduled broadcasting, and throw in a fun Brittney and Brooke session! "Why?" you may ask.  It’s our birthday month!  We're sitting down to chat because it’s a special month (it’s also my 10-year anniversary of being back in America), and we wanted to do a special bonus episode to commemorate being awesome and turning the big FOUR OH.  You can follow Brooke on Instagram @brookejrea and on Facebook. All the fun, cool things we mentioned in the show: Garth Brooks - American country music treasure  Branson, Missouri - Let the good times roll! Shoji Tabuchi - "King of Branson" (self-proclaimed) Yakov Smirnoff - Ukrainian-American comedian The Judds - Mother-daughter country music duo iDesign Organizational Bins Visit Croatia Lisa Whittle - Jesus Over Everything; Author, Speaker, Podcaster September McCarthy - Why Motherhood Matters; Author, Speaker, Podcaster Sean Feucht - Leading a Jesus worship movement across the country right now God Behind Bars - Connecting prisoners and their families to Christ and prepare them for a successful new beginning. Declare - A community for Christian women communicators Check me out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Today, I’m pleased to introduce you to Matt Slavik.  Not only does he have one of the greatest last names ever (Slavik is a Czech name, which I think is just magical since it's one of my favorite countries EVER!), he also has an amazing story of grace and forgiveness. Matt, along with his twin brother Mark, has done a SnackCrate unboxing with us AND has written a guest blog post on the TFHK website!  Matt, very similar to myself, is a bit of a nomad in a sense, going from one life adventure to the next.  Matt has been a teacher at a private school, then in camp ministry in Texas, a coffee roaster in Idaho, and now has put down some roots in Arkansas.  He has had some huge life plot twists along the way, and I’m excited to share his powerful story with you. You can follow Matt on Instagram @mattslavik and on Facebook. All the fun, cool things we mentioned in the show: Celebrate Recovery  The BEST order to watch all the MARVEL movies:  because it's really the only way. SnackCrate Unboxing with Matt & Mark Slavik: Part One, Part Two Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In our last minisode we talked about community and the importance of being in relationship, even when you have trust issues like me. This episode is a tricky one...I’m sharing about the messy, long process of forgiveness.  That’s right, I said process.  It’s so often not a one-and-done...it’s a decision and action that sometimes you have to make over and over until it sticks.  Thankfully one day, for me, it stuck.  Here is that part of my story. As Mentioned in the Podcast: Neil Anderson - Freedom In Christ Ministries Neil Anderson Books: Bondage Breaker, Victory Over the Darkness, and Walking in Freedom. The Bible, Romans 12 Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I’m excited to introduce you to my friends Adam and Bethany Halford.  Bethany and I have actually known each other since high school, back at church camp...that’s right, folks, another Green Valley Bible Camp alum is in the the building!  Shout out GVBC!   We laugh a lot during this episode and I wanted to leave it all in there, but I cut it down as much as I could.  Adam, a fellow enneagram 7, is no stranger to Trust Falls and High Kicks, as he joined us for one of our SnackCrate unboxing videos; a fan favorite!  And you may recognize Bethany, and enneagram 6, from being one of the two faces of Whoa Wait Walmart, a blog and social media movement she started with her friend Amanda to share all the gems to be found at the world’s largest retailer.  Besides being a good time, Adam and Bethany are also two genuine, deep, and transparent people who share their journey through loneliness and the importance of community and authentic relationships.  You’re going to love them, I just know it. You can follow Adam on Instagram @aghalford25 and on Facebook: Adam Halford.  AND You can follow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyhalford and @whoawaitwalmart as well as on Facebook: Bethany Halford & Whoa, Wait. Walmart? All the fun, cool things we mentioned in the show: Whoa, Wait. Walmart? website - AND check out their Whoa, Wait. Magazine here! Ooni Pizza Ovens - Highly recommended by the Adam Halford's in the world Green Valley Bible Camp - because we've talked about it in a couple episodes now; plus it's a childhood fav. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In our last minisode we talked about counseling and getting out of the pit.  The fog is lifting, and it’s when I’m finally stepping into a season of processing and healing.  At this point, I obviously have trust issues.  How do you build relationships when you can’t trust anyone, and when you feel like no one can handle the you who you are now?  In this episode, I’m talking about this process for me and why I have to share my life, why I need people around even when it’s hard. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I’m excited to introduce you to two of my dear friends, Caroline Watts and Meredith Wilson.  I actually met these fine, sassy ladies while I was living in Ukraine.  They were the keynote speakers at a single ladies conference I attended in England, and their wisdom, heart, and sparkling personalities captured me.  I just knew I had to keep them in my life.  Caroline actually helped coach me through the decision to leave Ukraine during that conference.  These two mean so much to me, and I am thrilled to have them on the podcast today so that you can love them as much as I do! You can Caroline on her Instagram page @cwattstravel or on Facebook: Caroline Watts. All Coaching Resources Mentioned: Dorema Coaching Western Seminary Coaching & Counseling Programs International Coach Federation Keith Webb Coaching Leadership Coaching by Tony Stoltzfus Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In our last minisode we talked about depression.  A painful season of my life that was a result of trauma and living in an unhealthy situation for too long.  Next we’re moving forward...we’re finally moving into the long season of beautiful, and painful, healing.  Don’t get me wrong, I fought hard against it, oddly enough.  But God was always there, waiting for me to choose Him and choose freedom at just the right time. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALKED ABOUT: The Joshua Center - A Northwest Arkansas-based center that provides affordable counseling services for people struggling with depression, anxiety, marital difficulties, sexual issues (defined by the client), parent-child issues and other individual and family concerns. My friend Amy: @kooglerventures & @amykoogler Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

I am excited to introduce you to a super cool, super talent woman, Courtney Lancaster.  She may be one of the most talented singers I’ve ever encountered. Unfortunately she doesn't sing on the pod, THIS TIME, so you'll have to check her out on social media. She has quite a story of how she has used her giftings and her struggles to help people and bring them closer to the Lord.  Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Courtney. You can find out more about Courtney on her Instagram page @courtneylan or @courtneyandheart.  Or you can find her on Facebook: Courtney Lancaster. All Courtney-approved Resources: @lauraduncanconsulting @sarahbcoaching The Body Keeps the Score It’s Not Always Depression @mikefoster2000 Fun Therapy Podcast Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat AND on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks. https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In our last minisode we talked about trauma.  I have shared about my calling to become a missionary; my obedience in saying yes, I will go; the unmet realistic and unrealistic expectations I experienced; and the emotional abuse I experienced through it all.  Now we’re going to talk about the next part...the result...what happens when you live in an unhealthy situation for almost three years. Today’s episode is actually going to sound a little different than our usual mini-episode format; you’re not just going to hear from me but also from Brooke.  She brings a valuable perspective to this part of my story, being on the outside looking in, the one who had to watch her loved one fight through a painful season. Here are some resources for those who are braving a tough season, whether it be through trauma, depression, anxiety, or something else.  Help is available: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255, & Website Celebrate Recovery - CR is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind. It's a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life. Onsite Workshops - Experiential therapy workshops both online and on-sight. Missionary Training International - The Debriefing and Renewal (DAR) program is life-changing, and so helpful for those leaving the mission field or ministry. The Joshua Center - A Northwest Arkansas-based center that provides affordable counseling services for people struggling with depression, anxiety, marital difficulties, sexual issues (defined by the client), parent-child issues and other individual and family concerns. New Heights Bentonville - my local, NW Arkansas, church family, here to love on and serve you. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks I'd love to hear from you!  You can reach out and contact me through my "Let's Chat" page on: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Brooke and I have known today’s guest for about 26 years...ya, we go way back.  Our relationship had a rocky start, but we grew up and realized high school was over so we could now be friends.  Along with her husband, Brad, Amy is the owner and lead designer of Selah Design Studios.  They are the premier interior decorating company in Northwest Arkansas.  Amy and Brad have grown their business from a small two-person gig run out of their home just sewing drapes and baby bed bumpers to designing for multi-million dollar homes, as well as starting a regional design association.  But Amy’s story is much more than design.  Get ready to dig into all the twists and turns that have gotten her to where and who she is today. Follow Amy, and meet Brad and Ethan, over on Instagram @kooglerventures, @amykoogler, or @selahdesignstudio.  You can also find them on Facebook: Koolger Ventures, Amy Koogler, and Selah Design Studio. SelahDesignStudio.com AND Keep a look out for their new Koogler Ventures Youtube Channel! Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks  

Now we are to the hard, uncomfortable part of my story. This is when I say the harder things.  Even now after counseling and years of processing, it's still difficult to talk about much less put out there for anyone to hear.  This is the stuff people don’t want to say out loud for fear of judgement, denial, comparison, and rejection. This is the part of my story where we go deeper, not only talking about the results and the consequences of all my disappointments and unmet expectations, but also dig more into why I ultimately left Ukraine. Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat Or on Facebook at Trust Falls and High Kicks https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We have a lot of fun in today’s episode! My friend, Jessica Looney from Nourishing Life by Jess, a fellow enneagram 7 and high kicker, joins the pod. She’s talking about her life as a Kiwi (not the fruit), her health journey, and also how she’s gotten through all the unexpected twists and turns in her life. I love introducing you to new voices, and Jessica’s is a valuable one that I know you’ll enjoy.  Listen to hear what happens when two extroverts and a Brooke get together! You can learn more about Nourishing Life by Jessica Looney by going to her facebook page or checking her out on Instagram: @nourishinglifebyjes. Beautycounter with Jes: click here! Try the Cado Avocado Ice Cream! @cadoicecream or http://cadoicecream.com   Some delicious, fair-trade "healthy" chocolate: Alter Eco, @alterecosf (the coconut toffee is my jam!) Check us out on Instagram: @trustfallsandhighkicks OR @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

Raise your hand if you have started a project, a job, or a role of some sort with one idea of how it would go, but then it got all turned upside down and went a completely different way than you had expected? Of course I am raising my hand over here, because this is the story of my life. @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

In this episode I am joined with two guests who I think are pretty cool, and I’m not just saying that because we’re related.  One I shared a womb with and the other married her: my twin sis and brother-in-law, Brooke and Garrett Rea. The past 15 years of their lives have been a rollercoaster for these two.  They are the greatest example of what it truly looks like to be obedient even when it doesn’t make sense. But I’ll let them tell you all about it...as I am not all about spoilers! We jump in the deep end right away, so prepare yourselves for some Rea family wisdom.  You can follow along with their family on Brooke's instagram @brookejrea or on Facebook at Brooke Boatman Rea. @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

The heart of this particular episode is, as the title says, obedience.  I’m talking following God, stepping out, taking the risks, and trusting.  Not just obeying when it’s obvious and easy, but obeying even when it’s hard, when it may look foolish, and when it may hurt. Here is the next chapter in my story. @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We’re about to have a high school reunion up in here, y’all.  My friends Ann Meythaler and Jolene Smith are here to chat about life after church camp, foster care, adoption, and all the things in between.  We even talk some enneagram! Ann and Jolene work for The CALL in Northwest Arkansas, who helps "mobilize the church in Arkansas to love children and youth in foster care with the extravagant love of Christ." You can learn more about The CALL in NWA by going to their website https://thecallinarkansas.org/nwa/ or checking them out on Instagram: @thecallinnwa. @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

We’re going to mainly talk about calling and wink at purpose, as it’s been reflected in my life. The walk toward what God was calling me to do in a particular season of my life was a long, difficult one. This is where it all started on the rollercoaster ride that is my story! @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

For my first official, full-length episode I have decided to bring on someone sassy, classy, and super special in my life, my girl Lauree Austin!  Lauree is a radio personality, speaker, fellow high-kicker, and all-around inspiring person. She is from Oregon but currently lives in Dallas, Texas soaking in all the southernness she can handle...and it’s Texas, so you can imagine.  Lauree and I have a special connection in that she and I both moved overseas around the same time back in 2008. She actually lived in Czech Republic and I in Ukraine, but the distance had nothing on us. We became fast friends, and our friendship has endured all the life transitions we have both been through.  She is one of the reasons Trust Falls and High Kicks exists. I cannot wait for you to meet her. Lauree's Instagram: @laustin, Facebook: Lauree "LO" Austin TFHK & Brit's Social Medias: Insta: @trustfallsandhighkicks & @britboat, Facebook: Trust Falls and High Kicks Website: https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks

It's our big debut! Welcome to the Trust Falls and High Kicks podcast! Hi there, I’m Brittney, your host and resident high-kicker. I'm here along with my sidekick high-kicker Brooke (psst, we're twins!). I am so excited to bring you this podcast!  For this first mini-episode I wanted to give you a brief overview about who I am and how Trust Falls and High Kicks came to be, and what all this craziness is going to be about.  Get ready folks! We're about to do some trust falls and high kicks together! @trustfallsandhighkicks @britboat https://trustfallsandhighkicks.com #trustfallsandhighkicks