Podcasts about endless demands

Nobody panic, but we're almost through July! It's the perfect time for this powerful conversation I had with Dakota Dawn Johnson in today's episode. We're talking about navigating our own expectations, and I want to encourage you to have this same conversation with the people in your life. What are your expectations for yourself?   Dakota shares that while she's always thinking about cowboys, kids, cattle, etc., she has to remind herself that we all have different buckets we're navigating. She shares a visual of Dusti Crain-Dickerson while Roman Riding and how she's in control and has the reins. So do we. We can change direction or expectations at any time.    We talk about how saying “no” isn't necessarily a hard no, but rather, you're finding the right “yes” that fits with the season of life you're in right now. Dakota shares a personal and recent story that shows how she went from responding “yes” on the spot to giving herself the space to be more intentional with her time. You can learn to say “no” to something but “yes” in other ways.    Getting clear on your priorities so you know what the best things to say “no” and “yes” to are is important and will always be a work in progress for us all. When you choose to change expectations, different opportunities can arise.   Resources & Links: The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa Terkeurst Episode 34: You Think You Know, But You Have No Idea Dusti Crain-Dickerson FREE Set the Tone Workbook Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership Community Join the Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership Community waitlist   Connect with Dakota Dawn Johnson: Follow on Instagram @dakotadawnjohnson Visit her website Listen to the Cowgirl Confessions Podcast   Connect with Thea and the community: Follow on Instagram @thea.does.the.things and @cowgirlsovercoffee       Follow on Facebook @cowgirlsovercoffee   Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss a convo!

In this mini episode of the Joyful Health Show, we will dig into what it means to pursue health goals that align with the Lord's will for you. Should we pursue a pain-free life? Is weight loss a harmful pursuit? What goals are both beneficial for us and honoring to the Lord? Drawing inspiration from 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, I'll address the sustainability of health goals, integrating your intuition, and the significance of aligning with your life's purpose. Takeaways: 1. Purposeful Health Goals: Evaluate if your health goals align with your life's purpose and are sustainable for the long term. 2. Life-Giving Choices: Explore whether your health pursuits bring joy, energy, and kindness to reflect God's love for you and others. 3. Seeking a loving outcome: Instead of chasing short-term results, envision how your health goals contribute to love and compassion, fostering a positive impact on your relationship with God and others. Our hope is that this podcast will give you some questions to pray through with the Lord before you invest your time, energy, and resources into the next health pursuit. Listen to His voice, and let Him lead the way. “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7 Resources: Discerning the Voice of God for Your Health podcast episode from the Joyful Health Show What is Intuitive Health and Does it Actually Work? podcast episode from the Joyful Health Show Body Blessings: A 30-Day Journal to Praise God with Your Body through Prayer, Intuitive Eating, and Joyful Movement by Kasey Shuler and Aubrey Golbek The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst

Jo is startled during tennis by a runner. Richard and his wife defeat the Empire. Richard is encouraged by Psalm 4 to pause, think and turn to God. Jo reviews another book on rest.Refresh: Embracinga Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands, David Murray and Shona MurrayPsalm 4Support the show

Today I get to share my conversation with Bethany Beal of Girl Defined Ministries. Bethany and her sister Kristen Clark have written a timely book called Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story where they both share their stories of learning to trust God and deepen their faith in Him as they experienced seasons of longing and waiting. Bethany shares from her journey of singleness and longing for marriage, and Kristen shares her journey of infertility, multiple miscarriages and ultimately pursuing adoption. In this conversation Bethany and I talk about more of their story, what led them to create Girl Defined ministries, and growing hearts that are for women to have a place to truly find their identity in Christ so that they could cling to the hope of Christ no matter what happens in their lives.  We also talk about what it looks like in seasons where you do receive answers to prayer, but then those answers aren't what you thought they would be, how to steward those experiences, and just generally how do we live by faith and wrestle with God well, not perfectly, but with perseverance.  The only thing constant this side of Heaven is Christ and as we begin this Lenten season, I felt so called to look at stories of people who have really grieved, and wrestled and continue to do so, as we wait and long for Christ's coming at Easter and Him coming again to make all things new, and I think Bethany's story and her infectious hope for the Gospel is a really beautiful place for us to start.  Additionally, they have a deep connection to what is going on in Ukraine and are walking out a deep season of grief and trusting God in a way they've never experienced before. On of their sisters and her husband live in Ukraine and are fleeing from the attacks happening there. They are sharing their story transparently on instagram in particular, specific ways to pray for their sister, her husband's family, their friends. Additionally, Kristen Clark's adopted children are Ukrainian, so there's this whole other level of grief for their homeland and people they love still in crisis there. The boys and their cousins are actually trying to help raise money for their orphanage in Ukraine, so if you would like to support their efforts, I have included Kristen's venmo and cashapp links over in the show notes, and in my stories as well. Be sure and follow them, check out ways you can support them, and then maybe check out the resources they present on their website, in their book, and other books they've written that are designed to help us stand firm in what God says is true when life is happening in a way you never saw coming. No matter what happens, next, friends. You matter, and your story matters. God is not finished with your story. He will carry it through to the day of completion.    Connecting with Bethany Beal and Girl Defined Ministries: Books Facebook Instagram for Bethany Instagram for Girl Defined Website YouTube   Today's episode sponsor: Tony Crabtree Homes with Exit Realty Home buyer guide: http://bit.ly/buyersguidecrabtreehomes Seller guide: http://bit.ly/sellerguidecrabtreehomes Facebook Instagram Website YouTube References: Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma  by Besser van der Kolk  Resources on their website Their mentorship course The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst Ukraine Support: Follow Kristen Clark- the other half of GD and her boys from Ukraine- on instagram Follow their sister Ellissa Petrenko on instagram for updates Kristen's Venmo: @KristenClark73 Kristen's Cash App: KristenClark123 Proceeds from their shop are going 100% to Ukrainian support  Scripture References: Genesis 3- Part of Eve's curse from the garden  Proverbs 3:5-6- “Trust in the Lord with all your heart” Proverbs 16:9- Man makes his plans, but the Lord determines His steps  Mark 10:35-45-Disciples arguing about who will sit next to you in Heaven? Hebrews 11, 2 Corinthians 5:7-By faith, what can happen John 10:10- Life abundant in Christ  Genesis 2:18, Romans 12:4–5, Colossians 3:13–14, Hebrews 12:1- We weren't made to live alone/Surround yourself with other believers Deuteronomy 31:6- God will never leave you or forsake you  Psalm 27:12-14- God is good even when things don't feel good ( a picture of the psalmist- despairing, but my hope is with You) 2 Corinthians 5:17, Revelation 21:1-8- All things will be made new  Psalm 25:1-3 We have a hope that will not be put to shame  Psalm 73:26- My heart and my flesh may fail Hebrews 10:23- Hold unswervingly to the hope we profess 1 Peter 5:7- God cares for you Daniel 3:18- “And if He will not” Jeremiah 29:11- I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord  Revelations 3:7-13, Revelation 21- Where we are now, is not all there is  Ephesians 3- God's given us insight into the mystery of the Gospel Philippians 3:14-We press on toward the goal that calls us Heavenward Philippians 1:6- He will complete the work He began in you Micah 6:8, Ephesians 4:1-6- Who does God call us to be  Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:1-11, Acts 2- The Good News that the church is founded on God came to be among us John 15:1-17, 1 John 4:13- We allow Him to make His home in us Connecting with Emily and Simply Stories Podcast:Instagram (Em life // Podcast Life)FacebookTwitterBlog  *Intro and Outro music is from audionautix.com

The temptation to compare ourselves isn't actually new. It's just easier, and the sources have changed. But for thousands of years the Proverbs 31 woman has stood as the pinnacle of womanly success. She has been placed on a pedestal. She has been praised, and she has been hated. Some people say she is modeled from Ruth. Other people say she is a completely made up a woman. All of that aside, I want us to really take stock of this beautiful lady. And in doing so, I want us to be encouraged and inspired, rather than threatened and defeated. In this episode we take a closer look at the Proverbs 31 woman and the secrets to her success that you may have missed before! Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-proverbs-31-woman Resources mentioned in this episode: Creating Peace in Your Home – The Intertwined Life Podcast, Ep : 16 A Space of Grace: With Best-selling Author, Joanna Weaver – The Intertwined Life Podcast, Ep : 28 Freedom To Flourish: with Author and Speaker, Elizabeth Garn – The Intertwined Life Podcast, Ep : 35 The Next Right Thing: A Simple, Soulful Practice for Making Life Decisions, By Emily P. Freeman The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, By Lysa TerKeurst Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living By Shauna Niequist Hands Free Mama: A Guide to Putting Down the Phone, Burning the To-Do List, and Letting Go of Perfection to Grasp What Really Matters! By Rachel Macy Stafford And please don't forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God's Word to our everyday stuff! Follow Jenny on FB and IG @JennyZentz *Please note resource links may be affiliate links. I will receive a small percentage from purchases made through them to help compensate for the time, effort and cost of content creation. Happy Shopping!

Whether the pressure of making decisions is wearing you down or freaking you out, sometimes there are just too many loose ends to tie up in life. What do you do when you don't know what to do?Author Rachel Wojo explains that If you find yourself:struggling with more demands than you can managefeeling unprepared to cope with critical decisionsexperiencing the inability to make any decisionThen this podcast episode will help you recognize the one choice you always want to make in crisis or otherwise, as well as remember that desperate times call for desperate prayer. You'll better understand the impact of each decision you make and evaluate the direction it takes you.THREAD OF HOPE: “There is no perfect decision—only the perfectly surrendered decision to press through our fears and know that God is working in us to bring about the good through us.” - Lysa TerKeurstI Love Lucy Chocolate Factory EpisodeLinks to ON MY DESK:The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurstWalk through the August Bible Reading plan and journal below with our community beginning August 1st!Desperate for God: 31 Day Bible Reading Plan & Journal Digital DownloadDesperate for God: 31 Day Bible Reading Plan & Journal PaperbackCleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple Scientifically Proven Steps to reduce anxiety, stress and toxic thinking by Dr. Caroline LeafSupport this podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's Episode 3 of Just One Simple Thing and I'm delighted that you've hung in there with me for these simple beginnings. In this episode, we'll tackle one of the top struggles we face ... making decisions. My favorite tool for making confident choices is the Decision Making Framework. It will help you make good day-to-day decisions in your ministry or business. So let's dive into the framework.Key Points:The struggle with making decisions is that we don't have a method to evaluate one option versus another.Having a Decision Framework makes it super clear in our heads and keeps us focused.The second part of the Decision Framework is to move closer to solving our biggest pain points, not towards making them worst.The third part of the Decision Framework is thinking about our resources and what we do have instead of what we lack.By combining your why...with your pain points...and your resources, you have a framework for making decisions.Action Step:Download the Decision Framework worksheet. There is a place to record your why, your pain points, and an assessment of your resources. Complete the worksheet, snap a picture of it and tag me on social media with the hashtag #justonesimplething so I can cheer you on!Resources:Join our community in the free Facebook Group Plan & Play with Do A New Thing for support, encouragement, and follow up on your action steps.Book Recommendation: The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst++++++++++Are you tired from trying to share your God-inspired message while working your full time job? Do you wonder if it's worth it, or even possible, to build a ministry or business on the side?I have good news for you. It is possible. It is worth it. You can do it. Download the Honor System Guide, to help you honor all the work God has given you to do.

You are Led.... John 10:3-5 To him the doorkeeper opens, and the sheep hear his voice; and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. And when he brings out his own sheep, he goes before them; and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice. Yet they will by no means follow a stranger, but will flee from him, for they do not know the voice of strangers. John 10:27 My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. Proverbs 3:5–6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 1 Corinthians 2:16 For “who has known the mind of the LORD that he may instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ. The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst   You're Loved No Matter What: Freeing Your Heart From The Need To Be Perfect by Holley Gerth   myfathersdaughter.tanya@gmail.com Connect with My Father’s Daughter on Social Media:Facebook ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Website ~ Contact  If you would like to purchase a book and have Tanya sign it for you or someone you know please email us:  myfathersdaughter.tanya@gmail.com Book available at:  https://jpvpress.com/product/my-fathers-daughter/ LADIES!!! Please leave a rating and review on apple podcasts and subscribe to our show wherever you listen to podcasts. AND please share with your friends. ~ Thank you

There's always more. There will always be more opportunities and options than you have the time and capacity for. And just because some have to be left behind does not necessarily mean any one thing (pursuit, task, action) is better than the ones left behind. There will always be more. And it is possible that it is all good. Decision fatigue is real, my friends! In the midst of a particularly emotional storm of overwhelm, I sat pouring out my complaints to the Lord. Begging (as I have done countless times over the past decade), “Lord, just show me exactly what You want me to do, exactly what path you'd have me take, and I'll go after it!” That is when the Lord brought to my mind the story of the Israelites collecting manna. How the heck did they choose which manna to take when it was all good!? Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-decision-fatigue *Resources mentioned in this episode: - Made For This Podcast with Jennie Allen - Get Out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts by Jennie Allen - Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown - The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst - The Next Right Thing podcast by Emily P Freeman. - My blog series: Finding God's Will And please don't forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God's Word to our everyday stuff! Follow Jenny on FB and IG @JennyZentz *Please note the resource links are affiliate links. I will receive a small percentage from purchases made through them to help compensate for the time, effort and cost of content creation. Happy Shopping!

How are you with self-care? Do you often have more tasks than time or find yourself taking care of so many people, and doing so many things that taking care of yourself gets neglected?  If so, this shouldn't be. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit - so self-care is temple care. Nourishing self-care is sound physical stewardship that honors God and supports our ability to be and to serve. Listen in for helps to prioritize and follow-thru with self-care. Key Explorations In This Episode: Three impactful strategies that support consistent self-care Biblical supports of the importance of self-care Holistic self-care ideas (self-care should extend beyond physical care) Referenced in this Episode:  National Sleep Foundation  Sleep Diary Lysa Terkeurst's book, The Best YesThe Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands  Patti Brietman's book, How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty: And Say Yes to More Time, More Joy, and what Matters Most to You   What are your go to ways to care for self? Share what you do and get ideas from others over in the free Faith Applied Community (click here to access/join) or email me directly at info@faithapplied.today   Share the conversation! Who do you know that could relate to or benefit from this episode? Share it with them and continue the conversation. Share your thoughts! I'd love to hear your thoughts. Please leave a rating on iTunes and/or write a short 2-3 sentence review there or on Stitcher.  I value feedback and your rating/comments help me tailor and improve the podcast. Ratings can also improve the visibility of the podcast, and help others who don't know about Faith Applied discover it. About this Podcast The Faith Applied podcast is hosted by Nettye Johnson, CHES, CHC. This podcast supports purpose driven believers who want balance and better. Each episode contains truthful and transparent discussions about faith, mind/body wellness, purpose or productivity with the intent that together we’ll learn better, and do better, so we can live better. Check out Nettye’s other offerings and services to help you at http://nettyejohnson.com  

In this week’s episode Emma & Emma are back and are taking on the topic of people pleasing and navigating life through the forest of other people’s perceptions and expectations. We touch on our adolescent and present-day encounters with this theme while asking ourselves who or what our lives are currently serving. We also touch on why it’s not sustainable to live around the wishes and expectations of those surrounding you. We hope you enjoy! As always, feel free to email or message us any questions or comments! Episode nineteen of our All (Em)bracing series. Equipping women to lead extraordinary lives by embracing their whole selves through a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Music by www.bensound.com. Cover art by Christa Tousley.Recommendations from this episode:#1] “The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands” by Lysa TerKeurst (https://www.amazon.com/Best-Yes-Decisions-Endless-Sessions/dp/1400205964/ref=asc_df_1400205964/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312132072158&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12236762973922620231&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-570909860073&psc=1) #2] The Grove Podcast Episode ft. Lysa TerKeurst (https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OXjyS3i5Ckvsxq6QUaZq5?si=dbSxY-cvS9OvEKzupYpoNA)#3] “The Art of Saying No: How to Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time and Energy, and Refuse to be Taken for Granted (without Feeling Guilty!)” by Damon Zahariades (https://www.amazon.com/Art-Saying-NO-Reclaim-Granted/dp/1549572741/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=the+art+of+saying+no&qid=1570815893&s=books&sr=1-3)#4] Sarah’s Day YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAHufvd02viJSRdt3ojdPOg)

Rest isn't necessarily the "American Way." But no matter the season, rest is important. Finding the time and the tools to make that a successful endeavor can be a challenge, but thankfully Aaron & Ashley have had multiple times in their ten years of marriage where the need for rest has presented itself; sometimes forcefully. Listen in on their conversation where they discuss the various seasons where rest is necessary, and share five tools that help them when such a season arrives. The Uncommon People Podcast is available wherever most Podcasts are distributed. Social Media Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website Resource Links* An Unhurried Life: Following Jesus' Rhythms of Work and Rest by Alan Falding It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa TerKeurst The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Revive Our Hearts Podcast *Buying from these links cost nothing extra for you, but they help the show. Please consider clicking here to purchase.

“I have to start saying yes to things that scare me a little bit. It’s about the little steps you take to continue to grow into things.” - Sarah Edelman Sarah Edelman is the owner and founder of Fluff Yeah, a company that specializes in making artisanal and premium cotton candy from scratch. She sits down with our host for season 2 of the Why Arizona Podcast, Ashley Law, to talk about building a side hustle into a business. Show Notes: - Why you have to be “All In” - How do you stay motivated? - How do you ask for support? - Why you should say YES to every opportunity - Can we really not care about what people think? - Is there a perfect time to start a business? - Advice to new entrepreneurs - Should you celebrate small wins? - How to say “NO” - Mental Resets - What kinds of Cotton Candy does Fluff Yeah make? Thank you so much for listening! If you got any value out of this conversation, please don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes: http://bit.ly/WhyArizonaPod Connect with Sarah Edelman on Instagram: Personal: @sarahlikessugar https://www.instagram.com/sarahlikessugar/?hl=en Fluff Yeah: @fluffyeah_ https://www.instagram.com/fluffyeah_/?hl=en Order Custom Cotton Candy from the Fluff Yeah Website: https://www.fluffyeah.info/ Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_ https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en Books Mentioned: You’re Not Lost - Maxie McCoy https://amzn.to/2CFhgEb The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands https://amzn.to/2FW0mEF

Boundaries:  In this Episode we are talking about Boundaries, what it means to have boundaries and how they can be a healthy good thing in your life and in your relationships. We believe we should all have them in our relationships in the workplace and in our family. First we talk about how Boundaries are a personal thing, we cannot control or set boundaries for another person, so we have to set our own property lines in relationships with other people. We can only control us, our actions, our emotions. Then we go on to discuss what it looks like to say, NO. We can become so addicted to saying yes to please people or to not cause them harm or inconvenience them, and we often put everyone else's needs before our own. It is okay to say no, you have to draw the line and see what you are sacrificing for yourself or your family. We talk about what it looks like to live in freedom and not be bound to making other people happy. We talk about how sometimes boundaries can be difficult to set in a relationship because even in a loving relationship can have unhealthy boundaries. There are so many important boundaries that need to be there for a family, like when to put your phone down and focus on family, when to leave work at work and be present in the moment.    Resources talked About in this Episode  Boundaries in Marriage- Henry Cloud and John Townsend The Best Yes- Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands 

Welcome back to Bri Books! We’re back with part 2, the conclusion to our discussion about the book “Boss Bride” by Charreah K. Jackson.THANKS to everyone who let me know you’re reading or have read Boss Bride! Shoutout to @brownsugarhoney3, @itspaulana, @joimariewrites who are reading Boss Bride.  Here’s part one of the Bri Books “Boss Bride” recap. 1:55 - Now that I’m done reading the book, I wanted to go deeper past top takeaways into what I really noticed about the book. 2:15 - Definition of “Boss Bride” 3:00 - With self help books, I always bookmark and swear I’ll come back to them. But "Boss Bride" did something different--it weaved together the experience-based stories and the learnings. It’s like memoir-meets-manual. 3:45 - On this epi, I'm sharing three deep, integral things I noticed about Boss Bride. The patterns and behaviors that I noticed that are integral to being a "Boss Bride." 4:30 - #1: Affirmations. In the book, Charreah dedicates part of a chapter to affirmations. She says, “The increase in activity I experience now is not an accident. All things that come through my door have been awaiting my arrival as well. I’m ready for an onslaught of responsibility, and in that I stay accountable to my spirit, self, health and wellbeing.” 5:45 - Affirmations aren’t about making something up out-of-the-blue. It’s about affirming a reality. 6:00 - Definition of affirm: To state as fact, assert strongly and publicly. Affirmation is the action or process of affirming something or being affirmed.” 6:30 - Having affirmations is about more than saying nice things to yourself. It’s about stating fact. 7:50 - I can’t wait to make my own affirmations and decide what I’m affirming. As they say on Tea with Queen and J podcast, ‘What are you affirming to be true and fact?’ 8:30 - #2: Don’t let grass grow under your feet! Charreah stays busy at conferences, retreats, symposiums, events! It’s a beautiful thing to stay busy and out in the world. 9:00 - It reminds me of the Patricia Bright’s YouTube video from 2014, “Dealing with Loneliness.” She says, when you’re lonely, take up a new skill! 9:45 - #3: Release judgement on how things should look, and focus on goals, especially with relationships. 10:00 - Relationships are heavy and messy, because humans are heavy and messy. Charreah says, “Accepting the vulnerability and giving someone else the power to impact my life, is a process.” 10:30 - I read the book “The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions In the Midst of Endless Demands” by Lysa TerKeurst. It spoke about how relationships will always need work, so just jump in now and get to work fixing and building them. 12:00 - Thank you! I hope you enjoyed this part two breakdown of “Boss Bride,” thank you to @brownsugarhoney3, @itspaulana, @joimariewrites! I’ll be mailing my book to a friend :) 13:00 - You like this podcast? Share with friends!

Joe and Jimmy post up at the cigar shop to talk about the problem of stress and how they deal with it in their own lives. Be sure to share your best tips online for dealing with stress, and use the hashtag #docanddevo. Recommended Stress: Peace amid Pressure by David Powlison The Happy Christian: Ten Ways to Be a Joyful Believer in a Gloomy World by David Murray Reset: Living a Grace-Paced Life in a Burnout Culture by David Murray Refresh: Embracing a Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands by David and Shona Murray OUR SPONSOR myXP is a ministry committed to solving problems for pastors. We provide the support of an Executive Pastor without the financial burden of employing one full time. We support lead pastors, strengthen systems and steward resources. How does it work? partners get a weekly 60 minute connect with an experienced Executive Pastor to outline current problems/challenges. The XP then goes to work solving these problems, and continues to work behind the scenes strengthening all the relevant systems. Your First Step: check out the website and schedule a FREE initial connect at myxp.church. Act now, and through the month of August you will receive 30% off the first month if you mention Doctrine and Devotion as the way you heard about myXP. This is a savings of $300 for church plants and $420 for existing churches.

Sarah Beth Marr is the author of Dreaming with God – A Bold Call to Step Out and Follow God's Lead. Sarah Beth danced professionally for more than fifteen years as a ballerina and now encourages women in the dance of life and faith through her writing, speaking at MOPS International groups and women's events, and teaching the Word. Sarah Beth and her husband, Brian, have three sons and live in Dallas, Texas. In this interview, Sarah Beth talks about her experience of dreaming with God and her process of writing her book of the same name. As part of her story, she offers some perspective on dreams that unfold slowly and how sometimes waiting is part of the process. She encourages us to look for the “little jewels of direction” and “divine sparks” from God to help us uncover our dreams. She also talks about feeling restless and where that feeling might come from as well as how you can dream with grace, take the pressure off and just make a dent in the dream you feel like God's given you. You'll find the show notes, links to resources mentioned, and ways to connect with Sarah Beth, here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/82   MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Beth Moore BOOKS: Designing a Woman's Life: Discovering Your Unique Purpose and Passion by Judith Couchman Your Beautiful Purpose: Discovering and Enjoying What God Can Do Through You by Susie Larson The Mission of Motherhood: Touching Your Child's Heart of Eternity by Sally Clarkson The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst Dreaming With God: A Bold Call to Step Out and Follow God's Lead by Sarah Beth Marr   Get More Involved...Become a Devoted Dreamers Patron. Learn more here:  https://www.patreon.com/DevotedDreamersPodcast   GET CONNECTED:   Find your tribe in the Devoted Dreamers Insiders Facebook Group where you can connect with other like-minded women in pursuit of their God-shaped dreams. Leave your review of the show on iTunes or Stitcher Subscribe on iTunes * Subscribe on Android Some links to products listed here are affiliate links. When you click those and make a purchase, I earn a commission that supports this podcast. Thanks for your support!

My word for 2018 is Refresh and one of my favorite books I read in this last year just so happens to be titled Refresh. Funny enough, I picked that word before I read the book but it fit perfectly into my goal(s) for this year!  I loved this book so much that I made it the first book on my 2018 Christian Reading Challenge for Women. Well this week I got the chance to sit with the author, Shona Murray to chat about embracing a grace-paced life and the talk was so so good!  Listen to the Podcast: We also recorded this blog post as an audio podcast. If you want to listen in instead of reading, click play below or do a combination of both  And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.  Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links & Resources:  Refresh: Embracing a Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands 2018 Christian Reading Challenge for Women My word for 2018 My FREE kit: Refresh Your Routines

My word for 2018 is Refresh and one of my favorite books I read in this last year just so happens to be titled Refresh. Funny enough, I picked that word before I read the book but it fit perfectly into my goal(s) for this year!  I loved this book so much that I made it the first book on my 2018 Christian Reading Challenge for Women. Well this week I got the chance to sit with the author, Shona Murray to chat about embracing a grace-paced life and the talk was so so good!  Listen to the Podcast: We also recorded this blog post as an audio podcast. If you want to listen in instead of reading, click play below or do a combination of both  And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.  Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links & Resources:  Refresh: Embracing a Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands 2018 Christian Reading Challenge for Women My word for 2018 My FREE kit: Refresh Your Routines

In this solo episode, we're taking you behind the scenes of our own creative lives. Learn about the tools we use to manage our creative projects, our favorite ways to outsource mundane tasks, what our daily routines look like, and how we define creative success. Here's where you can find Abbigail: Website: www.InkwellsandImages.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/abbigailekriebs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbigailekriebs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkwellsandimages/ Here's where you can find Ashley: Website: www.BrooksEditorial.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/brookseditorial Instagram: http://instagram.com/brookseditorial Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/brookseditorial Resources mentioned in this episode This episode's show notes contain affiliate links. Thanks for listening and supporting the podcast! Outsourcing Coborns Delivers Instacart Thumbtack Stitch Fix Calendars Day Designer Emily Ley's Simplified Planner, Weekly Edition iCal Social media and blogging Asana Evernote CoSchedule Editorial Calendar plugin Edgar BoardBooster Canva PicMonkey Pages Death to the Stock Photo Photoshop Lightroom Buffer LaterGram Mini Book Club The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa Terkeurst Creative You: Using Your Personality Type to Thrive by Otto Kroeger and David B. Goldstein Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Overwhelmed: How to Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time by Brigid Schulte A Million Little Ways: Uncover the Art You Were Made to Live by Emily P. Freeman Quotes from the episode “I don’t want groceries and dust bunnies to be the reason I don’t hit my creative goals.” --- Ashley “Every season of life has its different adjustments, and you just have to figure out what that new adjustment looks like for you.” --- Abbigail “Where can I make space in the next 24 hours for this thing I want to work on?” --- Ashley “I’m just used to not having my 9-5 open to do anything creative, and I just try to figure out ways to make it work in the margins of life.” --- Abbigail “Maybe there’s a commitment you need to take a step back from as part of your creative strategy.” --- Ashley “Having to make time for this and be accountable to myself for $0 a day is what’s proven to me that this is something that’s important to me and that I’m going to keep doing it.” --- Abbigail “Sometimes we need to separate the monetary value from the creative work.” --- Ashley “I think that’s part of why this podcast exists: none of us have it all figured out.” --- Abbigail

BGC ANNOUNCEMENTS * Welcome to the 22nd episode of the Boss Girl Creative Podcast!! Today I'm interviewing author and Boss Girl, Angela Correll. * Have comments or questions? Tweet/IG using the hashtag #BOSSGIRLQA or call in: (707) BOSS-GIRL * Have you seen the BGC Intensive?? * Support Boss Girl Creative endeavors by joining the BGC Crew! * Join me on Periscope (@pnkheelspnktrk) on Wednesday nights at 9pm CST for a live Q&A answer session!! Send me your questions through email, phone or #BOSSGIRLQA on Twitter/Instagram * Want a direct link to the podcast feed? Click here. * Use these Hashtags on Social Media: #bossgirlcreative #bossgirlQA INSIDE THIS EPISODE * Building a Business with a Team * Believing in your Strengths * Being Excellent at a Few Things * Managing Fear JUICY QUOTES "To really, to get great folks on your team and to help them develop in a way so that they can be using their giftedness and really trying to get out of the way and let them do what they are there to do. I think one of the hard things when you are a creative is, you know, we kind of tend to think if something is our baby, and when we have an idea or a vision of how we want to do something, that there is only one way to get there. And the truth is, there are a lot of different methods. Really letting people use their own method, and as long as everyone has the same goal and the same vision, that's the main thing." Angela Correll "We all can do a lot of things, but there are only a few things we can probably do well." Angela Correll "Doing things in excellence takes time and energy." Angela Correll "Sometimes you can rob someone else of an opportunity by trying to do everything." Angela Correll "I think perseverance and patience are two of the most important qualities you can have. I've just seen over and over in my life that perseverance is so much more valuable than talent really." Angela Correll RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED *Links below may contain Affiliate Links. Purchasing through them help support Boss Girl Creative.* The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst SHOUT-OUTS Lysa TerKeurst Jan Karon Mary Catherine McClellan, Co-Founder of Taigan FIND TAYLOR ONLINE Blog - pinkheelspinktruck.com Instagram - @pnkheelspnktrk Facebook - PinkHeelsPinkTruck Pinterest - pnkheelspnktrk Twitter - @pnkheelspnktrk FIND ANGELA ONLINE Website - AngelaCorrell.com Facebook - AuthorAngelaCorrell Twitter - @angela_correll The Bluebird Cafe Wilderness Road Guest Houses & Rooms Kentucky Soaps and Such HELP SPREAD THE BOSS GIRL LOVE! It would be amazeballs if you shared Boss Girl Creative Podcast with your fellow Boss Girls on twitter. Click here to tweet some love! If you love this podcast, head on over to iTunes and kindly leave a rating, a review and subscribe!

You know it.  I know it.  And Connie Clay has learned the hard way that diet’s don’t work.  She’s an attorney, a single mom, an author and overall inspirational woman!  You’re going to enjoy hearing from her today as she shares all her best lessons from life. You can find even more in her book, Quit Skinny!: 7 Simple, Sane Steps to Wellness. It’s a practical guide to re-claiming your body and mind. Key Ideas:  Part 1 – Interview highlights The magic bullet of Sleep Why you should just say NO! Power in Planning Focusing on Wellness not Weight Learning lessons from failures Part 2 – My Wellness Journey Website Links Connie Clay Website Dr. Daniel Amen and Amen Clinics Recommended Resources Connie’s Book – Quit Skinny!: 7 Simple, Sane Steps to Wellness The Amen Solution: The Brain Healthy Way to Get Thinner, Smarter, Happier, by Dr. Daniel Amen Master Your Metabolism: The 3 Diet Secrets to Naturally Balancing Your Hormones for a Hot and Healthy Body!, by Jillian Michaels Jillian Michaels: Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism, Jillian Michaels DVD And I’m adding this since we talked about saying “No” and it’s not easy! The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst And I’m also adding these – since these are helping me get to the emotional part of why I eat what I eat. Made to Crave: Satisfying Your Deepest Desire with God, Not Food, by Lysa TerKeurst The Tapping Solution for Weight Loss & Body Confidence: A Woman’s Guide to Stressing Less, Weighing Less, and Loving More, by Jessica Ortner Encouraging Word of the Week:  Psalm 107:9  “For He has satisfied the thirsty soul, And the hungry soul He has filled with what is good.”   The post #038: Quit Skinny with Connie Clay and My Wellness Journey (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.

Today is a great visit with Theresa Ceniccola.  She’s a work-from-home mom and founder of the International Christian Mompreneur Network.  I had the privilege of meeting Theresa at The Platform Conference in Colorado Springs last month, and I couldn’t wait to share her with you.  I think you’ll really enjoy her practical tips and strategies – especially as we enter this holiday season where there seems to be not enough time and too much of the good stuff to fit it all in. Key Ideas:  Part 1 – Interview highlights The #1 lesson for a Mompreneur The positive effects of schedule and routine Why she uses a family calendar and how you can too How to use the “Sunday Summit” to streamline and supercharge your week Where to find a safe place for support Part 2 – Set Yourself Up for a Successful Month Sleep Enough Plan, then Schedule Clear out the clutter Get busy and enjoy it all Because I’m brave enough to show the real way I sometimes (frequently) live!  Oh, it’s painful to be honest!     Website Links www.theresaceniccola.com www.icmnetwork.com www.typeaparent.com Theresa’s Recommended Reading The Daily Bible – In Chronological Order The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World, by Michael Hyatt Connect with Theresa Email:  theresa@theresaceniccola.com On Facebook On Twitter Encouraging Word of the Week:  Ecclesiastes 3:1-8  “A Time for Everything” “There is a time for everything,     and a season for every activity under the heavens: A time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, A time to kill and a time to heal,     a time to tear down and a time to build, A time to weep and a time to laugh,     a time to mourn and a time to dance, A time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,     a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing, A time to search and a time to give up,     a time to keep and a time to throw away, A time to tear and a time to mend,     a time to be silent and a time to speak, A time to love and a time to hate,     a time for war and a time for peace.” The post #033: Theresa Ceniccola – International Christian Mompreneur Network (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.

We're thrilled to have an opportunity to interview best-selling author and speaker Lysa TerKeurst for this week's podcast! Lysa shares with us her heart and soul behind her latest book, The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands. Enjoy!

I’m so happy to share Jacque Watkins with you today.  She is a wife, mother (of 5!), nurse, writer, podcaster and all around wonder-woman.  And has she got a story for us.  If you like stories, then you’ll love today’s episode.  Authentic, raw and challenging, you may be inspired to look at your life in a whole new way. Key Ideas: Part 1 – Interview highlights The Power of small decisions What to say when someone you love is making bad decisions To keep secrets….or not? How to move forward after a bad mistake Part 2 – Moving through Messiness Honesty Forgiveness – Colossians 3:12-14 Face down Fear Website Links www.JacqueWatkins.com The Mud Stories Podcast Jacque’s Resource Recommendations www.momastery.com (Glennon Melton) Jacque’s Recommended Reading The Daily Bible – In Chronological Order The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are, by Ann Voskamp One Thousand Gifts Devotional: Reflections on Finding Everyday Graces, by Ann Voskamp StrengthsFinder 2.0, by Tom Rath Encouraging Word of the Week:  Colossians 3:12-14  “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.  Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another.  Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” The post #032: Jacque Watkins – It’s a Messy Life (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.

I am so excited to get to introduce you to the amazing Courtney DeFeo.  She is just a dynamo with a million ideas a minute.  The difference between her and some of us is that she actually moves on her ideas!  You may know her because of her best selling ABC Scripture Cards, they are adorable and you’ll hear the story of how they came about in this podcast. Additionally, she just published her new book, In This House, We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life! It’s delightful! You’re going to love Courtney as much as I did I know! Here’s a quick overview of some of the things we talked about… Key Ideas: Part 1:  Interview Effectively using your gifts How amazing stuff can happen when you wait on God’s timing How to give up what’s not working The importance of seeking wise counsel Forgiveness A strategy to stop comparing The power of a great Mission Statement Part 2: How to create Your Own Mission Statement “Find out what your lane is”, Courtney DeFeo 1.  Ask – What are my passions and areas of natural giftedness?   What is my special passion? What do I do better than anyone else?  (Where do my gifts and talents line up?) How do I do this?  What does it look like? What am I creating/designing/building? What is the result I’m looking for? What keeps me up at night? 2.  Answer – What are we about?  What am I about? 3.  Application – Write it down, memorize it and use this as a filter for making decisions about opportunities as well as staying focused Courtney’s Website links and favorite Podcasts: courtneydefeo.com Catalyst Andy Stanley Louie Giglio Courtney’s Recommended Reading and Resources: In This House, We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life, by Courtney DeFeo Parenting the Wholehearted Child: Captivating Your Child’s Heart with God’s Extravagant Grace, by Jeannie Cunnion The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst **Watch for her darling “Conversation Cups” to be available January 2015** Encouraging Word of the Week:  “God has already woven in you a beautiful story.” Courtney DeFeo Jeremiah 29:11  “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Question:  What part of this interview spoke to you the most?  What idea did you really connect with?  Do you want Courtney’s new book?  Just leave your favorite parts of this interview below and on Friday, November 14, 2014, I’ll pick one winner from all the commenters. The post #029: Courtney DeFeo – A House that Giggles and Mission Statements (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.

Today we interview Sarah Fragoso.  Sarah has led the way for women in the Paleo movement.  She is a homeschooling mom, founder of the Everyday Paleo Empire, author of 5! Bestselling Cookbooks, co-owner of Jassafit.com and JS Strength and Conditioning.  Inspiring doesn’t even begin to describe my conversation with Sarah.  I love this woman!  I know you will too.  (This photo is from when she was a guest on my TV Show, The Forum. Click through if you want more of Sarah!) Key Ideas: Part 1: A simple overview of the Paleo Lifestyle Thoughts on the power of meditation Learning when to shut it down The importance of play in a productive life Part 2: How do you make decisions? Ways to discover what’s essential in your life Expectations and decision making Website links: www.everydaypaleo.com  – This is Sarah’s home base.  You can find TONS of great recipes here along with practical suggestions for feeding yourself and your family in a nourishing way.  She is VERY real and down to earth! www.eplifefit.com – This is Sarah and Jason Seib’s nutrition and fitness online site.  They dispense tons of great advice and even have a membership site you can join. Sarah’s Resources: Everyday Paleo, by Sarah Fragoso – Her first (and I think, best) book on how to do this thing called Paleo. Everyday Paleo Family Cookbook: Real Food for Real Life, by Sarah Fragoso – Filled with over 80 easy and yummy recipes. Everyday Paleo Around the World: Italian Cuisine: Authentic Recipes Made Gluten-Free, by Sarah Fragoso – This is Sarah’s first of her series of foods from around the world.  All I can say is “I never knew cooking with mushrooms and wine would make me feel like a real cook.”  Thank you Sarah! Everyday Paleo: Thai Cuisine: Authentic Recipes Made Gluten-free, by Sarah Fragoso – And she’s done it again.  This is the second installment of her Around the World series and she took the whole family to Thailand for “research” and we are really the ones who benefit.  Interesting and yummy both. Paleo Pals: Jimmy and the Carrot Rocket Ship, by Sarah Fragoso – This is a children’s book that actually inspires kids to eat whole, nutritious foods.  My children love this book and the recipes included have all been fully approved.  I like how she inspires the kids to get in the kitchen with me to prepare meals.  This is a huge part of Sarah’s philosophy, and this book entertains as it inspires.  You and your kids both will love it! The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst – Saying yes, (or no) means making a decision.  Lysa unpacks some great suggestions for how to make decisions so that your yes’s are emphatic and your no’s are freeing. You’ll love this book. Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown – An excellent resource for figuring out what is really essential in your life.  So that you make better decisions and live more of the life you really want. Sarah’s Recommendations: 8 Minute Meditation: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life.  A primer on meditation www.headspace.com – an easy, free App to download Encouraging Word of the Week: Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.” Question:  What kind of food creates your best health?  Are you a junk foodie or a Paleo promoter?  Can you be both? (I am..hee-hee, don’t tell).  Also, how are you at making decisions?  Do you feel confident in your choices?  What keeps you from making a decision?  Is it fear, like it is for me?  I’d love to hear your thoughts. The post #019: Sarah Fragoso – Founder of Everyday Paleo, Family and Decision Making (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.

I am swamped.  I’m loaded down with a 27 item “to do” list.  And I’m afraid. So I avoid that list like the plague and fill my time up with my favorite escape.  Reading.  You see I’m afraid I can’t do it all and that if and when I do any of it, it won’t be right.  It won’t be correct.  Oh heck, it won’t be perfect.  There.  I said it.  So now that I’ve said it, what do I do with it?  This podcast will help you explore the issue of fear.   How to recognize it, identify how it’s being lived out in your life and then take some first steps towards letting go of the fear so that you can live the life you were made for. Here’s a list of the books I read to avoid my “to do” list.  (They are all really good books!)  I talk about them a bit in the podcast too. The Bookman’s Tale: A Novel of Obsession, by Charlie Lovett The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter, by Dr. Joe Dispenza The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are, by Brene Brown On Writing: 10th Anniversary Edition: A Memoir of the Craft, by Stephen King All In: You Are One Decision Away From a Totally Different Life, by Mark Batterson The Circle Maker: Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, Lysa TerKeurst So, there’s a huge list of ways to avoid doing what you need to be doing. Only one of these was really directly impacting something on my list. (Lysa’s book) Strategies for you to implement to reclaim your light: Figure out what you really want.  And find the fear that’s keeping you stuck.  (Fear of Not enough, Fear of Rejection or Fear of Success) Take the first steps towards what you want. Let yourself celebrate your victory.  (Even if it seem insignificant in the overall effort.) Encouraging Word of the Week:  Matthew 5: 14-16  “You are the light of the world.  A city on a hill cannot be hidden.  Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl.  Instead they put it on its stand and it gives light to everyone in the house.  In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” The post #017: Throw Down Fear and Light Up (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.