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Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Sometimes the greatest peace comes from releasing the need to have everything figured out. This calming affirmation meditation helps quiet uncertainty while building trust, resilience, and confidence in your ability to navigate whatever comes next. Perfect for anxiety relief, mindfulness, surrender, stress reduction, and inner peace. Love,
Delight Your Marriage | Relationship Advice, Christianity, & Sexual Intimacy
Brutal Truths: Husbands Need to Hear Part 1 Every husband wants to be respected. But here's a difficult question: Have you become the kind of man who is truly respectable? Most people think respect is earned in the big moments. The promotions. The accomplishments. The recognition. But God often builds respectable men much differently. In private. When no one is watching. One courageous choice. One difficult apology. One conviction you refuse to compromise. One act of obedience after another. In this week's episode, we dive into why genuine respect grows from the character you build long before anyone else sees it. The private choices you make today... Become the man your wife, your children, and others will admire tomorrow. That's how God builds lasting transformation. Blessings, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Want more insight into the health of your marriage? Take our free Marital Health Assessment to find out your Marital Health score. PPS - Ready to start your healing journey? Schedule a free Clarity Call and see if our programs are the right fit for you. PPPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: "I would ponder, 'Is this it?' 'Is this what I have to look forward to for the rest of my life?' There was misery and strife in our relationship below the surface...[Now,] I have grown tremendously in the simple steps to regain intimacy in our lives. It was my responsibility to create a change in myself first. That's what I really appreciate about this program." ........................................................ Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For more than 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for listening and God bless!
How yoga philosophy helps us love difficult people without abandoning ourselves.How do we keep our hearts open when someone has hurt us?And how do we practice love without pretending something is okay when it is not?In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, we continue the conversation from Part 1 of Loving When It Feels Hard and go deeper into what happens when difficult relationships become truly hurtful.This episode is not about spiritual bypassing. It is not about pretending you are not angry, hurt, resentful, or grieving. And it is not about abandoning yourself in the name of being loving or spiritual.Instead, this episode explores how yoga philosophy can help us stay connected to love while also honoring our truth, setting boundaries, feeling our emotions, and protecting our peace.We talk about ahimsa, or non-harming, and why non-harming must include yourself. Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is set a clear boundary, create distance, speak the truth, or even release a relationship that continues to cause harm.We also explore viveka, or discernment, as the practice of seeing clearly what a moment requires. Love does not always look soft from the outside. Sometimes love looks like firmness. Sometimes it looks like a boundary. Sometimes it looks like refusing to participate in a harmful pattern.This episode also moves into vairagya, or non-attachment, especially when we want someone else to change. We can love someone, hope for their healing, and model another way of being without attaching our peace to whether or not they are willing to evolve.And finally, we explore forgiveness, anger, grief, and upeksha, or equanimity. Forgiveness is not excusing what happened. It is not rushing past pain. It is not saying something was okay when it was not. Forgiveness is a process of telling the truth, feeling what is underneath the anger, and eventually releasing the hope that the past could have been different.This is deep spiritual work.It asks us to practice svadhyaya, or self-study, by looking honestly at our own reactions, triggers, wounds, patterns, and responsibilities. Even when someone else is wrong, our healing still belongs to us.If you are navigating a painful or complicated relationship, this episode is an invitation to return to your center, tell the truth, set the boundary, feel what is real, and reach for the highest branch of loving-kindness available to you.Not perfect love.Not forced forgiveness.Not self-abandonment.But the kind of love that keeps your heart open without letting harm continue.In This Episode, We ExploreWhy loving someone does not mean abandoning yourselfThe difference between spirituality and spiritual bypassingWhy pretending you are not hurt or angry can become a form of self-harmHow ahimsa, or non-harming, must include yourselfWhy boundaries can be an expression of loveHow love does not always look gentle from the outsideWhat viveka, or discernment, teaches us about taking right actionWhy we cannot force another person to changeHow vairagya, or non-attachment, helps us release our grip on someone else's evolutionWhy forgiveness should never be rushedHow anger can point us toward grief, hurt, shame, fear, or sadness underneathWhy forgiveness is not excusing harm or letting someone off the hookHow svadhyaya, or self-study, helps us see our wounds and triggers clearlyWhat it means to reach for the highest branch of loving-kindnessHow upeksha, or equanimity, helps us choose peace without denying painYoga Philosophy Concepts in This EpisodeAhimsaAhimsa means non-harming. In this episode, we explore why non-harming must include yourself. Staying in harmful patterns, denying your emotions, or pretending something is okay when it is not can become a form of self-harm.VivekaViveka means discernment or clear seeing. It is the ability to pause, return to your center, and see what the moment actually requires. Sometimes the loving response is softness. Sometimes it is truth. Sometimes it is a firm boundary.VairagyaVairagya means non-attachment. In difficult relationships, this can mean loving someone, hoping for their healing, and modeling another way without attaching your peace to whether or not they choose to change.SvadhyayaSvadhyaya means self-study. It is the practice of honestly observing your thoughts, reactions, wounds, patterns, and triggers so you can see where healing is needed and return to greater freedom.UpekshaUpeksha means equanimity. It is the ability to remain steady, grounded, and clear even in the presence of pain, complexity, or difficult emotions. Equanimity allows us to choose peace without denying what happened.Reflection Questions From This EpisodeWhere am I confusing love with self-abandonment?What emotions have I been pretending are not there?Is there a boundary I need to set in order to practice non-harming toward myself?Am I hoping someone else will change before I allow myself to feel peace?What am I still attached to that is keeping me on an emotional rollercoaster?What is underneath my anger?Is there grief, hurt, sadness, fear, or shame asking to be seen?What wound in me may have been touched by this relationship?What is my responsibility in my own healing?What is the highest branch of loving-kindness I can reach for right now?What would help me return to equanimity?Gentle Practice From This EpisodeThe next time you feel anger, resentment, or hurt rising in a difficult relationship, pause before reacting.Take a few slow breaths.Place one hand over your heart if that feels supportive.Then ask yourself:What am I really feeling beneath the anger?What boundary would protect my peace?What is mine to heal?What is not mine to carry?What would love look like here if love included me too?You do not have to force forgiveness.You do not have to pretend you are okay.Just begin with honesty.That is svadhyaya.That is self-study.That is the beginning of freedom.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with themselves and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic lives.✨ Ways To Go Deeper:If you're ready to feel less overwhelmed and more connected to your body, needs, and inner voice, explore my 4-week private coaching experience for midlife women: Reconnect With Your Body and Yourself. Learn more here.Record your question here and I will answer it on the show!! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieFarinasJoin the Monthly SatsangVisit Katie's websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insights and to receive weekly practicesRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat to come on the show and receive live coachingSchedule a Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.
You've probably been told red meat is bad for you… that it raises cholesterol, causes inflammation, and leads to heart disease. But what if that's not actually true? In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in nutrition—and why the real issue might not be the meat… but how your body is processing it. Download Blood sugar tips Not Sure Where to Begin? If you've been searching for answers but aren't sure what to do next, our Start Here page will meet you where you are and help you discover your next step. Ready for Personalized Support? If you're ready to stop guessing and want someone to walk alongside you, we'd love to meet you. Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call to learn more about our approach and determine whether working together is the right fit. Book Your Free Call Have a Question? Have a question you'd love for us to answer on the podcast? Submit it here, and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! About Cornerstone Integrative Healing Pharmacist Kari Coody and Integrative Health Practitioner Jenn Patriarca help women and families understand the story behind their symptoms through a Christ-centered, root-cause approach to healing. Each week, they simplify complex health topics so you can better understand your body, think differently about healing, and confidently take your next step. Connect With Us
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Passion and prosperity are not mutually exclusive. This inspiring affirmation meditation helps strengthen your belief that meaningful work can also create financial abundance and success. Perfect for entrepreneurs, manifestation, career growth, abundance mindset, purpose, and financial freedom. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. A deeper sense of peace emerges when you remember you are part of something far bigger than yourself. This spiritual affirmation meditation nurtures faith, purpose, gratitude, and a stronger connection to the wisdom and support available to you. Perfect for spirituality, mindfulness, inner peace, and personal growth. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. What is truly aligned with you doesn't require endless force, control, or struggle. This affirmation meditation supports trust, self-worth, abundance, and openness to the opportunities and experiences meant for your highest good. Perfect for manifestation, personal growth, abundance mindset, and spiritual alignment. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. The present moment is where peace, clarity, and life itself can be found. This grounding affirmation meditation helps quiet mental distractions and bring your attention back to what matters most right now. Perfect for mindfulness, stress relief, anxiety reduction, focus, and emotional balance. Love,
Would you use the seller's lawyer to protect you during one of the largest financial decisions of your life? Then why would you expect the seller's listing agent to protect your interests when you purchase a home? In Episode 756 of LIFE's Inside Track, Ken and Yetta explain the difference between receiving access to a property and receiving genuine buyer representation. A skilled buyer REALTOR® can help you: • Protect your confidential information • Compare several properties objectively • Recognize risks you may not know to investigate • Choose appropriate conditions and purchase terms • Protect your negotiating position • Coordinate inspections and specialized advice • Think beyond the excitement of the showing • Consider how the property may affect your life after closing Ken also shares the story of a buyer considering a four-unit power-of-sale property. The buyer had previously viewed the building with the listing agent but felt rushed and unable to examine important systems carefully. The second visit was different. With someone clearly representing the buyer's interests, there was time to investigate deficiencies, consider the risks of an as-is purchase and discuss the unusual negotiation process involved in a power of sale. A listing REALTOR® may be knowledgeable, professional and helpful. The important question is not whether they are good at their job. The question is: Who is their client? You are not choosing a REALTOR® merely to help you buy a property. You are choosing who will help protect your money, your options and the life you will live after the purchase. Book a complimentary 15-minute Clarity Call: https://dekkerteam.com/clarity-call/ Listen to LIFE's Inside Track on Apple Podcasts: Life's Inside Track - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Receive The Bearer twice each month: https://dekkerteam.com/the-bearer-submission-form/ This episode provides general information and is not legal, engineering, inspection or financial advice. Buyers should obtain advice appropriate to their property and circumstances.
Why does the craving hit out of nowhere? Why does wine feel like it helps with overwhelm? And why does cutting back feel so hard even when you really want to? In this episode Christie breaks down exactly what your brain is doing when you crave a drink — the dopamine loop, the habit trail, the borrowed relief — and gives you real tools to get through the next twenty minutes. Plus: the science behind vacuuming and your high school playlist. Yes, really.Topics covered: Why alcohol feels like it helps with overwhelm — and what it's actually doing | The dopamine anticipation loop that starts at 3pm | Borrowing relief from tomorrow — and what you're paying back | The habit loop: cue, routine, reward — in plain language | Why cravings are still strong after two weeks (and what the 90-day reset actually means) | The July Fourth craving that passed in twenty minutes | Playing it forward | Nervous system regulation tools that actually work — including vacuuming and your high school playlist | The two questions to ask when a craving hitsThe two questions: What am I feeling right now? What do I need?Drop us a Question or Comment
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Your body carries incredible wisdom and an innate desire to move toward balance and healing. This nurturing affirmation meditation supports wellness, self-trust, recovery, and a compassionate relationship with your body. Perfect for healing, health, self-care, mindfulness, and emotional well-being. Love,
What if the biggest source of your suffering isn't what happened to you, but the story you've been telling yourself afterward? In this episode, I share a powerful conversation I had with my son on the golf course that became a profound reminder of how often we create unnecessary suffering by turning life's setbacks into judgments about ourselves. Drawing from the Buddhist teaching of the "second arrow," I explore how our thoughts, beliefs, and interpretations often hurt us far more than the original event itself. I also explain how this wisdom connects so deeply with midlife, when many of us begin questioning the lives we've built and wonder why they no longer feel aligned. I walk through practical tools I use with my clients, including thought downloads, honest self-appraisal, and separating facts from the stories we create. My hope is that you'll begin to recognize where you've been shooting yourself with unnecessary second arrows—and discover that you have far more power to create change than you may realize. In this episode, you'll learn: What the Buddhist teaching of the "second arrow" can teach us about suffering Why our thoughts often create more pain than our circumstances How to separate facts from the stories you tell yourself Practical tools for creating lasting change in midlife Why small, intentional shifts create powerful long-term transformation If you're ready to stop holding yourself back and begin creating a life that's truly aligned with who you are today, I'd love to help. Reach out at hello@mikkigardner.com and let's begin that journey together. If you'd like to schedule a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/coachwithmikki/clarity_call For more information, visit https://www.mikkigardner.com/within © 2021 - 2026 Mikki Gardner Coaching
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Life doesn't always reveal the next step before you're ready to take it. This soothing affirmation meditation helps strengthen trust, patience, resilience, and faith during times of uncertainty and change. Perfect for surrender, mindfulness, emotional balance, personal growth, and inner peace. Love,
If you're a teen seeking more independence and you want to start handling things on your own, or if you're planning on moving into your own place and feeling a little unsure of how to prepare, this episode is for you. Katie Kimball, founder of Raising Healthy Families, breaks down the three life skills that will change everything about how you show up in the world once you leave home, and how to start proving to yourself (and your parents) that you're ready. Today's guest is Katie Kimball, a former teacher, two time TEDx speaker, mom of four, and the creator of the Teens Cook Real Food course and the Life Skills Now virtual summer camp. She also blogs at Kitchen Stewardship. Her mission is to connect families around healthy food, teach every kid to cook, and instill the life skills that make young adults actually thrive when they leave home. In this episode you'll hear the three core life skills every teen needs before leaving home -- which skill unlocks the others, why one third of teens are struggling with anxiety right now and how life skills work as an anti-anxiety tool. You'll also get the exact script to use with your parents when you want more independence. Plus, Katie's simple formula for making killer introductions so you're the favorite person in any room. Here's what you'll discover: Why communication (without your thumbs) is the number one skill most teens are missing The simple question-asking habit that makes you great at conversation instantly The "art of awesome introductions" formula that makes you the person everyone wants to be around Why cooking is the gateway life skill and what "cooking" actually means (hint: not the microwave) The bucket of proof concept and how it builds real confidence you can actually feel Why failure in the kitchen is one of the best gifts your brain will ever get The UCLA research on teens with a sense of purpose (and how cooking gives you one on demand) Why "bank account balance budgeting" is destroying your money and what to do instead How compound interest works and why understanding it as a teen changes everything The Venn diagram approach to earning independence with your parents The exact line to use when you and your parents are not on the same page about how much freedom you should have Why the friends you keep matter (make friends with people who care about their lives) Parents: This is a really useful episode to listen to alongside your teen. Katie unpacks why the "failure to launch" pattern is so common right now, what actually builds resilience and confidence in a teen (spoiler: not being told they're strong, but proving it to themselves through real skills), and how to think about the gradual separation of the teen years as a healthy process instead of a stressful one. Her three-part framework (communication, cooking, finances) gives you and your teen something concrete to work on together this summer or this school year. Connect with Katie here: Teens Cook Real Food eCourse Kitchen Stewardship eBooks Website: https://raisinghealthyfamilies.com/HealthyTeenLife Connect with Leslie: Parents: Ready to talk through what your teen is navigating and what kind of support would actually help? Schedule a free Clarity Call with Leslie here to help your teen or college build healthier habits, while improving confidence and self-esteem. Headed to College? Grab Leslie's Ultimate College Move-In Checklist Website: https://leslierosecoaching.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/leslierosecoaching Facebook: https://facebook.com/leslierosecoaching Disclaimer
Delight Your Marriage | Relationship Advice, Christianity, & Sexual Intimacy
Could Women Be Increasing Fatherlessness? Take a moment and ask yourself this question: What does your husband see when he looks into your eyes? Does he see admiration? Does he feel respected? Or does he brace himself for another correction? It's not an easy question. Most wives don't wake up wanting to criticize their husbands. You simply want your marriage to be better. You want him to grow. You want your family to thrive. But what if one of the greatest gifts you could give your husband isn't another suggestion... What if it's genuine admiration? This week, we explore why respect is "like oxygen" to a husband, how criticism can quietly wound your husband's heart, and how learning to admire the strengths God has placed in him can begin transforming your marriage—and with it, your home and your family. If you've been praying for healing, this conversation may give you a completely new perspective. With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Want more insight into the health of your marriage? Take our free Marital Health Assessment to find out your Marital Health score and the right next steps for you. PPS - Ready to take the leap? Schedule a free Clarity Call and see if our programs are the right fit for you. PPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: "I remember the hardest part of my day was just coming home and preparing for the stress of being there. It felt like I was not even wanted at home. I felt emasculated, like my voice didn't matter, and even good things I did were met with resistance or suspicion... [Now that I've gone through the program,] her overall countenance has shifted from contempt to more secure...I don't feel unwelcome anymore in my own home. She's noticed the hard work I've been doing and has said that she does feel cherished by me. She's been texting me more funny Instagram videos, and I even got an affirmation about how she loves me over text while I was on a coaching call..." ........................................................ Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For more than 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for listening and God bless!
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. The world benefits when you stop hiding your gifts and allow yourself to be fully seen. This empowering affirmation meditation helps strengthen confidence, self-worth, authenticity, and the courage to express who you truly are. Perfect for personal growth, empowerment, self-love, confidence, and purpose. Love,
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Today's affirmation, "I Shine From the Inside Out," is repeated throughout this meditation to strengthen your connection to your inner light and authentic self. With each repetition, you'll nurture greater confidence, self-acceptance, and trust in the beauty that already exists within you. Ideal for self-love, confidence building, positive mindset, personal growth, empowerment, and emotional wellness. Love,
What if you don't need to FIND your purpose?What if a purposeful life can be built by following the opportunities that call to you, one spark at a time?If you've ever struggled to figure out if this is the "right" career for you, if you're living in the "right" city, or if this is the "right" goal you should be pursuing...this episode is for you.
"Salt is bad for you." Most of us have heard that our entire lives… but what if it's not the full story? In this episode, we're unpacking the surprising truth about salt, hydration, anxiety, blood pressure, minerals, and why so many women still feel exhausted, dizzy, anxious, or dehydrated — even when they're "doing everything right."
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Abundance expands when you begin expecting growth instead of scarcity. This empowering affirmation meditation supports financial confidence, prosperity, wealth consciousness, and a more abundant relationship with money. Perfect for manifestation, money mindset, success, financial growth, and prosperity. Love,
What does it actually look like to run a business God's way? In this episode of the Grace Space Christian Coaching Podcast, I share 7 practical, faith-rooted strategies for managing your business (and your life) in a way that honors God — not just your bottom line.As 1 Corinthians 10:31 reminds us: "Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." This episode breaks down exactly how to apply that truth to your work.In this episode, you'll learn:✅ How to create a values-based business plan rooted in kingdom culture✅ How to manage your finances in a faith-based way (starting with generosity)✅ How to cultivate an abundance mindset rooted in gratitude✅ How to trust God in your business through practices like monthly CEO reports✅ How to stand firm in your identity in Christ instead of your achievements✅ Why Christian community and mentorship are game-changers for your growth✅ How to plan for legacy and eternal impact, not just short-term successWhether you're a faith-based entrepreneur, a Christian woman in leadership, or simply someone who wants to build a life and business grounded in God's truth, this episode will give you practical next steps to move from striving to Spirit-led action.00:00 Introduction02:01 Building a faith-based business03:23 Quote from Pastor Francis Chan on true success04:59 Tip 1: Create a values-based business plan06:30 Tip 2: Manage finances in a faith-based way (tithing)08:17 Tip 3: Cultivate an abundance mindset rooted in faith11:15 Tip 4: Trust God in your work (monthly CEO reports)12:08 Tip 5: Stand firm in your identity in Christ13:28 Tip 6: Create alongside Christian community/mentors15:00 Tip 7: Plan for legacy and long-term impact (the "eternity rope" story)19:16 ClosingResources Mentioned:- Growth Without Burnout (signature coaching program): https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/coaching- The Art of Gratitude Workshop: https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/artofgratitude- Join the email list / Flourish Group Program waitlist: https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/subscribe- Book a Clarity Call: https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/book-online
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. New opportunities often appear when you expand your vision beyond current limitations. This uplifting affirmation meditation encourages optimism, confidence, and a greater belief in what is possible for your future. Perfect for personal growth, manifestation, abundance, positivity, and creating a life you love. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Meaningful relationships are built when we allow ourselves to be seen, supported, and connected. This heart-centered affirmation meditation helps cultivate openness, trust, compassion, and deeper emotional connection with yourself and others. Perfect for self-love, relationships, emotional healing, vulnerability, and connection. Love,
Can I even do this? Am I too far gone? Am I the one this doesn't work for? If you're asking any version of that question right now — this episode is for you. Christie answers it directly, talks about why the shame voice isn't God's voice, walks through the stages of change so you know exactly where you are, and shares the story of standing outside the window wondering if she was allowed in. Spoiler: she was. And so are you.Topics covered: The shame loop and who actually put you there | The Screwtape Letters and the enemy's oldest strategy | Christie's Scrooge moment — standing outside the window of God's love | The stages of change and why looping back isn't failure | The woman who thought she was the one it wouldn't work for | What willingness actually means — and how it grows | Isaiah 43 and the waters that won't overwhelm you | The difference between group and one on one coachingScripture referenced: Isaiah 43:1–3 — "Fear not, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name. You are mine. When you pass through the waters I will be with you..."Drop us a Question or Comment
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Peace becomes more available when you stop fighting the present moment and begin allowing life to be exactly as it is. This gentle affirmation meditation encourages acceptance, emotional balance, and freedom from resistance. Perfect for mindfulness, stress relief, emotional healing, surrender, and inner calm. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Healing often begins when you slow down and reconnect with the wisdom already living within your body. This calming affirmation meditation supports relaxation, emotional healing, stress relief, and a deeper sense of trust in your natural ability to restore and renew. Perfect for wellness, mindfulness, self-care, healing energy, and inner peace. Love,
Delight Your Marriage | Relationship Advice, Christianity, & Sexual Intimacy
Pastor Finds His Own Marriage Revival Here: Interview with Father Joe Sometimes the smallest changes tell the biggest story. In this week's conversation, Father Joe shares the very first change he noticed after his wife went through coaching. She stopped telling him how to drive. (Yes, really!) It might sound like a funny detail. But to him, it represented something much deeper. Less tension. Less criticism. More peace. More grace. And it made him wonder: "What changed?" The answer wasn't that she'd simply learned better communication. God had been transforming her heart. Maybe you've been praying for God to change your marriage. What if He begins by changing one heart? What if one willing heart becomes the catalyst for peace throughout an entire family? At first, Father Joe wasn't interested in coaching. But after watching God at work in his wife's life, he decided to take that same step of faith. As he did, God began changing his heart too. He learned to listen instead of trying to fix. He discovered new ways to love and understand his wife. Today, he describes their marriage with words like peace, unity, hope, and deeper intimacy. Even their children noticed the difference. And now, together, he and his wife are helping other couples in their church experience that same hope. That's how God often works. He changes hearts. And changed hearts begin changing homes. With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Are you ready to start the healing journey? Schedule a free Clarity Call and see if our programs are the right next step for you. PPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: "Our biggest struggle was for emotional connection, which was specifically being severed during attempts at communication, particularly when trying to resolve conflict or solve problems... I knew I needed tools, strategies, a framework, and different approaches, and I didn't have them...I saw my family slipping away... I am now equipped. I needed tools and a framework, and I got both. A fresh perspective...I can now see that clearly, with the perspective I gained through DYM." #marriagehelp #marriagetestimony #healthymarriage #delightyourmarriage #christianmarriage........................................................ Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For more than 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for listening and God bless!
Midlife has taught me something I wish I had understood years ago: sometimes the problem isn't my relationship, my marriage, or the life I've built. Sometimes the real problem is that I've become disconnected from what I truly want. In this episode, I explore why so many women lose touch with their own desires after years of caring for everyone else and why reconnecting with ourselves is one of the most powerful things we can do. I talk about the beliefs that keep us feeling stuck, the guilt that often comes with wanting more, and how curiosity—not drastic action—is the first step toward creating a life that feels vibrant and authentic. Whether you're questioning your relationships, your purpose, or simply wondering why life feels different in midlife, I hope this conversation gives you permission to slow down, listen to yourself, and rediscover what truly matters. In this episode, you'll learn: Why so many women disconnect from their own wants and needs. How unexamined beliefs keep us feeling stuck. Why curiosity is more powerful than rushing into big decisions. How midlife offers an opportunity to reconnect with who we really are. Practical ways to begin honoring your own desires every day. If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Reach out at hello@mikkigardner.com, share what's coming up for you, and let's continue the conversation. You don't have to navigate this season alone. If you'd like to schedule a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/coachwithmikki/clarity_call For more information, visit https://www.mikkigardner.com/within © 2021 - 2026 Mikki Gardner Coaching
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Financial freedom begins with believing that more is possible for you. This daily affirmation meditation helps strengthen an abundance mindset, increase confidence around money, and open you to greater prosperity and financial opportunities. Perfect for manifestation, wealth building, money mindset, financial success, abundance, and personal growth. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. When your thoughts, energy, and intentions move in the same direction, creating what you desire becomes far more natural. This daily affirmation meditation helps cultivate clarity, focus, confidence, and alignment with your goals while releasing doubt and distraction. Perfect for manifestation, intention setting, abundance mindset, personal growth, law of attraction, and creating a life that feels aligned with your deepest desires. Love,
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. The affirmation "I Take Time to Fill Myself Up" is repeated throughout this meditation to help you prioritize your own needs with greater compassion and intention. As the words gently settle into your mind, they support emotional balance, self-worth, and the understanding that caring for yourself is not selfish. Perfect for self-care, stress relief, healthy boundaries, mindfulness, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Love,
Feeling like you can't balance it all? This episode explores why balance is a myth and how yoga teaches us to wobble, readjust, and return to center.What if balance is not something we are supposed to finally achieve?What if balance is not standing perfectly still, holding everything together, or giving equal energy to every part of your life?In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, we explore the myth of balance and what yoga can teach us about the real practice of staying centered in everyday life.So many of us have been taught that we should be able to balance it all: family, work, friendships, health, home, spiritual growth, parenting, rest, and all the endless responsibilities of being an adult. And when we cannot do it all perfectly, we assume we are failing.But balance, as we often imagine it, does not really exist.In yoga, balancing postures like Tree Pose or Warrior III are not still and perfect. They are full of tiny movements, adjustments, wiggles, wobbles, and moments of falling out and beginning again. The body is constantly sensing, shifting, and returning to center.Life is the same way.This episode is an invitation to stop chasing the impossible version of balance and begin practicing a more compassionate, honest, and seasonal version of it instead.You'll be invited to ask: What matters most in this season? What is my edge right now? What can I release without guilt? What would help me stay present, peaceful, and connected to what matters?If you have been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you are failing at balancing it all, this episode will help you see balance in a new way.You are not failing.You are practicing.In This Episode, We ExploreWhy balance, as we usually define it, is a mythHow the pressure to “balance it all” makes women feel like they are failingWhat yoga balancing postures teach us about real lifeWhy wiggles, wobbles, and falling out are part of the practiceHow to think about balance as constant readjustment instead of perfectionWhy different seasons of life require different prioritiesHow to recognize your personal edge before you become overwhelmedWhy intentional choices help us step out of autopilotHow the idea of “enough” can help us release unrealistic expectationsWhat it means to return to center with compassionJournal Prompts From This EpisodeWhat does balance look like for me in this season of life?What matters most to me over the next three months?What would make this season feel meaningful, connected, or well-lived?What am I carrying because I think I “should”?What can I release without guilt?Where have I overshot my edge?What would help me feel more present, peaceful, and grounded right now?When I look back on this season, what will I be glad I made space for?What will I be glad I let go of?Practice From This EpisodeThe next time you feel like you are failing at balance, picture yourself in Tree Pose.Notice the foot and ankle making tiny adjustments.Notice the body swaying.Notice how balance is not stillness.It is movement.It is sensing.It is readjusting.It is falling out and choosing to return.Then ask yourself:What adjustment do I need to make today?Not forever.Not for everyone.Just today.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with themselves and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic lives.✨ Ways To Go Deeper:If you're ready to feel less overwhelmed and more connected to your body, needs, and inner voice, explore my 4-week private coaching experience for midlife women: Reconnect With Your Body and Yourself. Learn more here.Record your question here and I will answer it on the show!! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieFarinasJoin the Monthly SatsangVisit Katie's websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insights and to receive weekly practicesRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat to come on the show and receive live coachingSchedule a Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.
Have you ever put pressure on yourself and thought..."I should have figured all of my dreams out already and should be achieving them FASTER."If you've ever judged yourself for where you're at in your process, what if the problem wasn't speed or clarity...it was learning to embrace the phase of the creative cycle you're currently in right now?In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 elemental phases every dream goes through and how understanding where you are can help you let go of comparison, have more compassion for yourself, and enjoy the process of bringing your dreams to life.Want to take a lesson from Nature and discover how to have more compassion and love for yourself as you grow?Give this episode a listen to find out what elemental phase you're in!Ready to find out how BELIEF can help you move through the elements and bring your dreams to life in the physical world?Join me for BELIEVE, a virtual workshop on Tuesday, July 14th. ⚡️In this guided experience, you'll explore what you most want to believe is possible, why believing can feel so hard, and discover mind, body, spirit practices to help you move past self-doubt and propel you into courageous action.
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Beneath the busyness of everyday life, there is a quiet stillness that never leaves you. Repeating "Stillness Lives Inside Me" helps you reconnect with that peaceful presence within. Perfect for mindfulness, meditation, relaxation, stress relief, grounding, and emotional balance. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. The affirmation "My Cells Are Vibrant and Alive" is repeated throughout this meditation to encourage feelings of vitality, energy, and wellness. Each repetition supports a positive connection with your body and overall well-being. Perfect for healing, health, vitality, wellness, positive mindset, and self-care. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Prosperity begins with believing you are worthy of receiving it. Through the repeated affirmation "I Am Worthy of Prosperity," this meditation helps reinforce self-worth, abundance, and financial confidence. Perfect for manifestation, wealth mindset, prosperity consciousness, abundance, and success. Love,
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Let the affirmation "The Universe Supports Me" become a reminder that you are not navigating life alone. Repeated throughout this meditation, it helps strengthen faith, trust, and openness to life's possibilities. Perfect for manifestation, spiritual growth, abundance mindset, confidence, and personal development. Love,
What if the offer or service you're most proud of is the one that's secretly draining your profits?Welcome to Part 1 of the "AI Business Audit" series. In this Thursday episode, Dawn Andrews reveals why most founders are flying blind when it comes to knowing which offers are actually profitable. If your bank account is growing but you're still burned out, this episode is for you.Dawn walks you through the first step of her Four-Dimensional Business Audit Framework: Revenue Reality. You'll learn how to uncover the hidden truth behind your revenue numbers, why total revenue is misleading, and how to calculate what your time is really worth. Plus, you'll hear how AI can do the heavy lifting in this process so you can stop guessing and start optimizing.Book a CEO Clarity Call to run your AI-powered business audit with Dawn. Stop guessing and start leading.Key TakeawaysRevenue doesn't equal profit — You need to break it down by offer and delivery time.Most founders can't name their highest ROI offer — That's a huge blind spot.AI can analyze your revenue fast — but only strategy can tell you what to do with it.Your most time-consuming offer might be your least profitable — it's time to check.Audit your revenue per hour — It might just change everything.Resources & LinksCEO Clarity Call Booking LinkRelated Episodes:Ep 105 The Time Tax: How Founders Waste 24 Hours a Week (AI Business Audit Part 2)Ep 107 The Client Costing You Six Figures: AI Business Audit Series Finale (Part 3)Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.
Anyone can stop drinking for a while. Willpower works — temporarily. But if the foundation underneath the habit is compromised, the craving comes back. In this episode Christie shares what happened over 50 days of working with a functional health practitioner — what shifted physically, what opened spiritually, and why she finally stopped relying on willpower. Plus: the neuroscience of why lasting change takes longer than 30 days, two practical recommendations that reduce alcohol intake by 75–80%, and what became possible when the fog finally lifted.Topics covered: Why willpower isn't the problem — the foundation is | The searching phase: doing everything right and still feeling terrible | What full commitment actually looks like — and why the first two weeks don't count | The gut-brain-hormone connection and alcohol as lighter fluid | The HRT conversation — every woman's path is different | The strawberry moment and what healing actually feels like | Why Dry January can be a tool — if you're building, not just surviving | The 90-day neuroscience of habit rewiring | Two practical recommendations that actually move the needle | What became possible when the fog liftedScripture referenced: Romans 15:13 — "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."Drop us a Question or Comment
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. When worry begins to pull your attention away from the present moment, this affirmation offers a gentle place to return. Repeating "I Choose Peace Over Worry" helps cultivate calm, trust, and emotional balance throughout your day. Perfect for anxiety relief, stress reduction, mindfulness, relaxation, and inner peace. Love,
Text us a comment or question!Artificial intelligence is everywhere.But beyond the headlines, hype, and scary predictions, AI may become one of the most powerful tools we've ever had for improving our health - especially after 50.In this episode, I sit down with physician and author Dr. Earl Campazzi to explore how everyday people can use AI, wearable technology, and health data to make smarter decisions, ask better questions, and take greater control of their health and longevity.This isn't about replacing your doctor or becoming obsessed with gadgets.It's about using technology as a practical tool to help you sleep better, train smarter, catch problems earlier, and become a more informed partner in your own healthcare.Whether you wear an Apple Watch, Fitbit, Oura Ring, WHOOP, or simply want to get more out of your annual physical, this conversation will completely change how you think about the future of preventive medicine.In this episode, you'll learn:Why AI should be your health assistant—not your physicianHow your smartwatch and wearable devices may be detecting important health trends before you ever notice symptomsThe biggest mistake most people make when using ChatGPT for health adviceA simple prompting strategy that produces dramatically better AI answersHow AI can help you prepare for doctor appointments and ask better questionsWhy bringing organized information to your physician leads to better careHow to safely use AI to analyze blood work and other health data while protecting your privacyWhy trends matter far more than single data pointsHow to use wearable data to improve sleep, recovery, stress, and overall performanceWhy building healthy habits will always outperform relying on motivation and willpowerHow AI is already improving colonoscopies, mammograms, medical documentation, and disease detectionWhy personalized medicine is becoming more realistic than ever beforeWhat the future of AI-powered healthcare may look like over the next few yearsKey TakeawayTechnology isn't replacing personal responsibility. It's giving us better tools. The healthiest people over 50 won't necessarily be the ones with the newest gadgets—they'll be the ones who learn how to use those tools consistently to make better decisions every single day.Connect with Dr. Earl Campazzi
I used to believe healing had to happen through huge breakthroughs, dramatic changes, or finding the perfect answer. But after stepping away from my everyday life for a week of deep personal work, I came home with a very different perspective. I discovered that lasting transformation isn't about changing everything overnight — it's about creating intentional space, embracing community, and committing to small, consistent shifts that build over time. In this episode, I share what I learned about presence, healing in relationship, taking responsibility for my response rather than my past, and why the "2-degree shift" may be one of the most powerful tools for creating lasting change. If you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or like something inside you is asking for more, I hope this conversation reminds you that you don't have to figure it all out alone. In this episode, you'll learn: Why presence is one of the most powerful healing practices. How community accelerates personal transformation. Why I focus on responding instead of reliving the past. How small, intentional 2-degree shifts create lasting change. Practical ways to begin reconnecting with yourself today. If you're ready to begin creating sustainable change in your own life, I'd love to support you. Reach out at hello@mikkigardner.com, and let's talk about what your next 2-degree shift could be. If you'd like to schedule a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/coachwithmikki/clarity_call For more information, visit https://www.mikkigardner.com/within © 2021 - 2026 Mikki Gardner Coaching
Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. The affirmation "My Body is Strong and Resilient" is repeated throughout this meditation to support trust in your body's strength and ability to adapt. Each repetition encourages a mindset of vitality, confidence, and appreciation for all your body does for you. Perfect for positive affirmations, health, wellness, healing, resilience, and self-care. Love,
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Surrender Your Masculinity to Jesus: Interview with Aaron Smith Consider this question: If your marriage never changed... Would Jesus still be enough? That question is at the heart of this week's conversation with Aaron Smith. For four long years, he and his wife struggled with painful intimacy issues that nearly ended their marriage. Like many couples, they kept praying for God to change their circumstances. Instead, God began changing their hearts. One of the most powerful moments in our conversation comes when Aaron realizes that Jesus didn't wait for His Bride to become perfect before giving Himself for her. He loved first. Sacrificially. Completely. That's the invitation for every one of us. Not because it's easy. But because it's the way of Christ. To love first. Let this conversation encourage you to remember: God cares about your marriage. He is worthy of your surrender. And He is still working. With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Are you ready to take the leap and become the person God created you to be in your marriage? Schedule a free Clarity Call and see if our programs are the right next step for you. PPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: For years, I felt so dissatisfied, frustrated, and angry toward my wife. I was living in a repeating cycle of expecting sex, not being fulfilled by it because of her lack of desire for me, being angry at her for not trying to connect with me in the relationship, holding it in for as long as possible, then trying to "fix it" by talking to her about it or lashing out at her, then back to the expectations. My wife, kids, and myself, all felt unsafe and dissatisfied with life and who I was... This program has helped me so much to learn how to handle not only my emotions, but hers as well. She is truly seeing me as a safe place and I want to protect that at all costs...I have also learned how to speak to my wife's heart and to truly listen to her...I am now living in God's purpose and design and the pieces around me are falling into place. ......................................................... Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For more than 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for listening and God bless!
For the last two years, something has been quietly changing behind the scenes.In this deeply personal episode, Joe opens up about his growing relationship with Jesus, the courage it takes to follow an inner calling, and why becoming more honest has changed everything.This isn't about abandoning the past or becoming someone new. It's about listening to the quiet voice within, letting go of the noise, and trusting where God is leading, even when the next step isn't completely clear.Joe also reflects on the backlash people often receive when they choose authenticity over expectation, and why following your own path requires courage, compassion, and faith.Whether you're reconnecting with your faith, questioning your direction, or simply feeling that something inside you is shifting, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and trust what is unfolding.If you're in your own "space between," schedule a Clarity Call and learn more about Joe's six-week coaching experience in the show notes. Schedule Your Call
Have you ever felt called toward a dream... and then started doubting yourself because the people around you didn't understand?In this conversation with mind-body wellness educator, medium, and founder of Firefly Hollow Wellness, Kara Lovehart, we explore what it looks like to trust your visions even when they don't make logical sense or the people around you don't get it. Kara shares how a dream that once seemed totally unreachable eventually became the thriving wellness center she leads today, and why you don't need to have everything figured out before taking the next step.You'll hear how learning to trust her intuition after suppressing it for many years was one of the keys to bringing this vision to life. If you feel disconnected from your inner knowing, you'll discover the unexpected barrier that often blocks intuition and what can help you reconnect. If you'd love to trust yourself more deeply and courageously follow your dreams no matter what others think, this episode is for you!Give it a listen and then see what next step you feel called to take next! Ready to stop doubting your dreams and start believing in what's possible?Join me for BELIEVE, a virtual workshop on Tuesday, July 14th. ⚡️In this guided experience, you'll explore what you most want to believe is possible, why believing can feel so hard, and discover mind, body, spirit practices that help you move beyond simply thinking your dreams are possible... to actually feeling that belief in your bones.
Episode 113: You don't trust yourself because you've been taught not to love yourself.
In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, I'm joined by author Ann Tashi Slater for a beautiful conversation about bardo, a Tibetan Buddhist concept often translated as an “in-between state.”Ann is the author of Traveling in Bardo, a book about how we move through uncertainty, change, transition, loss, illness, identity shifts, and all the spaces where life no longer looks the way it once did — but the next chapter has not fully arrived.And isn't that so much of midlife?Our bodies change. Our roles change. Our relationships change. Our children grow. Our identities shift. The world around us can feel uncertain and unstable. So often, we want to rush through the discomfort and get to the place where everything finally feels settled.But what if the in-between is not something to escape?What if it is actually a sacred place of possibility, insight, and transformation?In this conversation, Ann and I explore how bardo can help us understand the human experience of impermanence, why our resistance to change often creates more suffering than the change itself, and how we can begin to meet the uncertainty of life with more presence, compassion, and inner steadiness.We also talk about the connection between Tibetan Buddhist wisdom and yoga philosophy, especially around acceptance, karma, action, alignment, and the importance of living in a way that reflects what truly matters to us.This episode is for you if you are in a season of transition, questioning what comes next, grieving a life that no longer exists, or learning how to stop fighting reality and begin listening for the wisdom that can only arrive in the quiet.In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhat bardo means in Tibetan Buddhism and how it applies to everyday lifeWhy midlife can feel like a powerful “in-between” stateHow resistance to change increases sufferingWhy acceptance is not the same as giving upThe relationship between karma, action, and personal agencyHow our thoughts, words, and actions shape the experience of our livesWhy distraction keeps us from seeing clearlyHow to align your time and energy with what matters mostThe importance of listening to your true self beneath conditioning, people-pleasing, and old rolesWhy mortality can help us live with more clarity, courage, and intentionThe possibility hidden inside both voluntary and involuntary transitionsAnn Tashi Slater has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Paris Review, and many others. In her Darjeeling Journal column for Catapult, she writes about her Tibetan family history and bardo, and she blogged for HuffPost on similar topics. She presents and teaches workshops at Princeton, Columbia, Oxford, Asia Society, and The American University of Paris, among others. Her new book, Traveling in Bardo: The Art of Living in an Impermanent World (Balance/Hachette), has been named a Next Big Idea Club “Must-Read.” Learn more at anntashislater.com.SOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.facebook.com/ann.tashi.slaterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-tashi-slater-977b21b/https://x.com/anntashislaterhttps://www.instagram.com/anntashislater/If this conversation resonated with you, I would love to invite you to continue the journey with me on Substack, where I share reflections, practices, and resources for midlife women who are seeking peace, clarity, purpose, and a way back home to themselves.And if you are in your own in-between season and would like support reconnecting with yourself and creating a more aligned life, you can visit my website or book a discovery call using the links in the show notes.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with themselves and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic lives.✨ Ways To Go Deeper:If you're ready to feel less overwhelmed and more connected to your body, needs, and inner voice, explore my 4-week private coaching experience for midlife women: Reconnect With Your Body and Yourself. Learn more here.Record your question here and I will answer it on the show!! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieFarinasJoin the Monthly SatsangVisit Katie's websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insights and to receive weekly practicesRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat to come on the show and receive live coachingSchedule a Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!TW: LossThe biggest pitfall to your marriage isn't conflict. It's assuming you'll always have more time.A few weeks ago, I lost one of my best friends.Her passing changed the way I think about life, marriage, and the conversations we choose to postpone.As parents, it's easy to believe there will always be another season to reconnect, another opportunity to express appreciation, another day to repair what feels unresolved.But tomorrow isn't promised.In this deeply personal episode, I share how grief has inspired me to find ways to be even more intentional and why the healthiest marriages aren't built by avoiding difficult conversations but by having them while we still have the chance.In this episode you'll learn:Why we naturally postpone what matters mostThe hidden cost of unspoken appreciationHow avoiding difficult conversations creates distanceSmall daily choices that build lasting connectionReflection questions that can transform your marriage todayIf you've been waiting for the "right time" to reconnect with your spouse, this episode is your reminder that today is the best place to start.Resources Mentioned:Conflict to Connection GuideThe #1 Conversation Married Couples Need to Have MasterclassBook a Clarity Call to get helpThanks for listening!Connect and send a message letting me know what you took away from this episode: @michellepurtacoachingIf you would like to support this show, please rate and review the show, and share it with people you know would love this show too!Support the show
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Is It Manipulation or Is It Kindness? Whether you realize it or not, you're already influencing your spouse. Every day. Through your words. Your attitudes. Your reactions. Your encouragement. Your silence. The question isn't whether you're influencing them. The question is why. Are you trying to get your own way? Or are you trying to help them become who God created them to be? That's what this week's podcast is all about. Many husbands and wives feel guilty when they want change in their marriage. They worry that encouraging their spouse toward growth somehow makes them manipulative. But what if influence itself isn't the problem? What if the real issue is the motive behind it? In this episode, we explore the difference between selfish manipulation and godly influence—and why helping your spouse move closer to Jesus may actually be one of the most loving things you can do. With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Ready to take the leap and begin healing your marriage? Our Clarity Advisors would love to talk with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. PPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: "I am responsible for changing my heart. Attempting to change [my wife] only caused her to feel worse and more unsafe. By working on myself to be a better man she is drawn to that. Realizing that God's design is about sacrificial love with no expectations. There is a true freedom in that. I had turned so much about my marriage into a bargaining chip for sex that I had lost the plot and failed to love my beautiful wife the way that Christ loves us. Truly a wake-up call." ......................................................... Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For the last 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for watching and God bless!