Podcasts about katiehedrick

Ohhhhhh… have I got a treat for you! Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of a homeschool dad and husband? (Maybe even your husband!) Like really get into his mind and see what he's thinking???  Could be a little scary right?! Like you WANT to peek inside, but you're bracing yourself for what you might find… Let me introduce you to Todd Wilson. He's a husband, homeschool dad and granddad. Todd is also an author and speaker, the founder of Familyman Ministries, and the voice behind The Smiling Homeschooler podcast.  I met Todd when he spoke at a homeschool convention. (As the keynote speaker, I might add! Don't let his humbleness fool you. This guy knows his stuff!) He's SO down to earth, genuine and FUNNY.  Todd was gracious enough to join me on the podcast to tell the unfiltered truth about what it's like being the husband of a homeschooling mom. Trust me when I say… he holds nothing back and he answers every question I throw his way with authenticity and Christ-like love.  We're digging into the hard stuff, like…  The #1 thing that seems to drive a wedge in marriages What drives your husband crazy (in a not-so-good-way) What drives your husband crazy (in a good way!) How you can be more intentional with your marriage What your husband REALLY needs from you It's a pretty juicy and tell-all episode for all the homeschooling moms and wives out there! Don't miss it!  —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Learn How to Start Homeschooling with First Steps to Homeschool (Apply for a Scholarship!) |  FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    FREEBIE! Download my Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREEBIE! Watch the Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    —————   Resources Mentioned in this Episode: How to Be a Great Wife (even though You Homeschool) by Todd Wilson | https://amzn.to/3XYZM0x    —————   Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/210      

The “deeper things of God”… How to Pray How to Have Unshakeable Faith How to Find God in a Dream How to Receive a Miracle The big things… the important things…  But how do we teach these type of things to our children?  The truth is, childlike faith runs deep and wide. Your kids are ready to hear about, and to receive the deeper things of God.  BJ Jenkins, International Speaker, Songwriter, and Children's Author joins me on the Joy at Home podcast to talk about the deeper things of God. She's also sharing how we can teach them to our children in a simple, effective and wonderful way.  —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Learn How to Start Homeschooling with First Steps to Homeschool (Apply for a Scholarship!) |  FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    FREEBIE! Download my Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREEBIE! Watch the Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    —————   Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/209

More and more families are feeling uncomfortable with public schools and becoming curious about homeschool, but sorting it all out feels overwhelming…  —> Insert all the questions: “Where would we even begin?! What curriculum would we use? Will people think we're crazy if we homeschool? What about my kids? I want the best for them, but it's such a big change. What about socialization?  Will homeschool make my kids weird?”  And it spirals on and on…  The truth is, (ready for it?) stepping into homeschool doesn't have to be hard. Inside this episode, I'm sharing our family's personal story of leaving public school behind and making our way into the unknown. Homeschool is truly the best choice we've ever made! Join me to learn how you can ditch fear and start homeschooling (the easy way) - with just 3 simple steps!   —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Learn How to Start Homeschooling with First Steps to Homeschool (Apply for a Scholarship!) |  FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    FREEBIE! Download my Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREEBIE! Watch the Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    All Things Homeschool! | TeachMeToHomeschool.com   —————   Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/208    

Are you raising up a pre-schooler? (Or know a mom who is? Send this her way!)  Children are sponges when they are little, aren't they!? There's no better time to be equipping them and setting them up for life success than when they are pre-school age.  There are 4 foundational areas that mamas NEED to be covering, to ensure that they are raising up well-rounded kids who will thrive as they grow.  Press play to hear about the these four critical things that you should be teaching your child about, starting right now, while they are very young.  P.S. —>> Are you going to homeschool your pre-school child? Watch my FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101

A mentor once told me, “Pay attention to what everyone else is doing, and do the opposite.” In other words….  Be the weirdo.  Parenting tip -> Share this insight with your kids. I did.  In a culture where kids feel more comfortable following the crowd and blending in (regardless of what consequences it may lead to), my kids are choosing to live a life that is set apart. They are different than most kids their age.  It takes courage to go against the norm, and to stand strong when others roll their eyes or make fun of what they think is strange and unusual….  But my kids know the reward is great. The payoff of being “weird” is worth it.  Join me on the podcast today, as I share 7 ways that my kids are weird in the eyes of the world, and why I'm perfectly okay with it.    —————   Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/205   —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com 

I never thought I would do this…. But I did. And I'm GLAD I did.  I took the time to read a *gasp* fiction/fantasy novel. It's actually a big deal.Why? Because I'm a list making, box checking, type A, “don't do it if it might be a waste of time” kind of mom.  But when my 16 year old daughter suggested a summer book swap challenge, I knew I should say yes, even though it was going to require me to sit down and chill for HOURS…. The basis for the challenge was simple: She would choose a book for me to read (her favorite book, “The Goose Girl”) and I would choose a book for her to read (a personal growth book called “The Greatest Miracle in the World”). We had to read the books completely and finish before the end of summer.  We agreed to the terms and in July, I reluctantly sat down to read the first fiction book I'd held in my hands in years…. Maybe even decades…  What happened in the days that followed shocked me.  But like a good book, I won't give it all away here. You'll have to hit play on today's podcast to get the rest of the story….    —————   Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/204    —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    —————   Books Mentioned in this Episode: The Goose Girl | https://amzn.to/3AdXqBe The Greatest Miracle in the World | https://amzn.to/46P1J2b First Steps to Wealth | https://amzn.to/4fGyS47 The Witch of Blackbird Pond | https://amzn.to/4duxFeq  I Kissed Dating Goodbye | https://amzn.to/3AhM7Im 

As a parent, I totally understand how it feels to battle the “screen monster” and to worry about the content that's being placed in front of our kids. Thankfully, Minno offers some wonderful solutions!  Founded by a Dad, Minno is closing in on a decade of providing quality Christian content to kids and families. This streaming service is available as an app and it's well worth the (small) monthly fee.  Jessica Wolstenholm is the Vice-President of Education and Publishing at Minno, and she's joining me on the podcast to share how the platform can serve families, both online and off-line. Jessica is also sharing some key take-aways about why it's so important that kids see the Christian faith represented in kids' entertainment, as well as insight about the “2-14 window” and how it can impact a child's decision for faith.  If you're looking for GOOD entertainment and shows for your kids, (both animated and live-action) you'll want to catch this episode and learn more about Minno!    ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/203 ————— Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    ————— Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Take a closer look at Minno | GoMinno.com  The Minno Laugh and Grow Bible | https://amzn.to/3SmM4B7

Remember when… “Screen time” wasn't even really a thing…  “Online” didn't seem like such a scary place… Social media felt more social than lonely…  I'm guessing all of that was back before you were a parent, right? Raising up kids today can feel like a constant battle between giving them a screen so you can sneak in a shower and instantly feeling the pang of guilt and worry as their eyes lock in on the device you just handed them.  David Tucker joins me on the podcast today and gets right to the point, as he answers all the hard questions I'm throwing his way… “How much is too much screen time?” “At what age should we allow our kids to have social media?” “How can we course correct if our kids are already addicted to screens?” It's an eye opening episode to say the least, as David shares some shocking facts, plus encouraging, tangible advice for how we can parent well in today's digital world.    ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/202 ————— Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    ————— Resources Mentioned in this Episode: DigitalParenting.com  The Digital Parenting Guidebook |  https://amzn.to/4bOpYyu

Every stage of homeschool (and motherhood) seems to bring about wonders, challenges and bittersweet moments.  With 6 kids between us, (ages ranging from 10-21 years old) Leigh Nguyen and I have experienced just about every parenting scenario you can imagine! We teamed up to combine our 15 years of homeschooling experiences and MANY years of motherhood, to pick through the best tips and most meaningful things we've learned when it comes to teaching and parenting through all the ages and stages.  Join us for a conversation about how to spark a love of learning in your little ones, how to navigate difficult changes and connect with the heart of your middle schooler, and how to equip your teenager to spread their wings and fly.  You'll love these practical ideas that you can start implementing right away!    ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/201  —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!  Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com     

What do homesteading, health secrets and homeschool have in common?  They are all “hot topics” right now, as moms are waking up to the damage and diseases caused from processed foods and outside sources.  Julia Lawless, wife to an Oklahoma grass farmer, and 2nd generation homeschooling mom joins me on the podcast today to share some (rather shocking) research and tips about how you can easily take small steps forward into a healthier life.  A few surprises await you inside of today's episode including…  How Julia's family got started with homeschooling (Hint: Her father is very well known in the homeschool world) Julia's “shattering” adventures with Kombucha making How you can begin consuming healthy organ meat in a delicious way (and at a discounted price!)  Get a notebook handy and press play! There's no doubt that you'll want to jot down some notes as Julia shares about homesteading, health secrets and homeschool!    —> Want to try WholeStix? Head over to WholeStix.com and receive 30% off your order with the code: JOY30   ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/200  —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    —————   Resources Mentioned in this Episode: “Language Arts and Literature with Andrew Pudewa” | KatieHedrick.com/195  IEW Language Arts Curriculum | KatieHedrick.com/IEW  “Nourishing Traditions” by Sally Fallon | https://amzn.to/3xHePkY Weston A. Price Foundation | WestonAPrice.org  WholeStix Meat Sticks | WholeStix.com (Use code: JOY30 for 30% off your purchase) 

Have you ever planned an amazing trip for your family, but ended up feeling frazzled and stressed before it even began? From the planning to the packing to the part where you actually get on the road, traveling with your family can feel like a lot, but it can ALSO be the source of some amazing core memories. In my experience, every trip with my kids has been #worthit I'm pulling together all my best tips and travel hacks and sharing them with you on the pod today! Whether you have an upcoming trip planned or not, this episode is one you'll want to keep in your back pocket to help make life on the road just a little bit smoother!   ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/199 —————   Helpful Homeschool Things You Should Know About!  Check out the Step-by-Step Path to (easy!) Homeschooling | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    FREE Homeschool Curriculum Guide | KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide    FREE Workshop - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    Start Homeschooling in just 2 weeks with the First Steps to Homeschool course! | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com   

*** Download the Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Free @ KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide ***   There are sooooo many curriculum options out there that it can leave a homeschool mom's head spinning! I mean… Have you ever found yourself staring at your laptop at 2 am, comparing Gather Round with Campfire Crew… at which point your eyes are glazed over and your brain is numb. The next thing you know, you're posting in a homeschool FB group, desperately asking strangers for their opinions because it's so HARD to decide between the two options… (I've been there!)  Let me say… there is a method to the madness! There are actually some simple, solid strategies for HOW to pick a curriculum that your entire family will love. Join my sister, Dori and me on the podcast today as we discuss cracking the curriculum code. (I promise it will make your life a little easier!) We're also sharing our curriculum stacks for the year. Go ahead and press play on this fun, and helpful conversation!    ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/198  —————   Homeschool Goodies You Should Know About!  Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (and Download your Free Curriculum Guide!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    Grab a Seat at my (Free!) Class - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101    ————— Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Masterbooks Main Website | https://Masterbooks.com    Overview Video of Masterbooks America's Story 1, 2, and 3 | https://youtu.be/sS0toy0Wg28?si=1XEr_JCf6lsL0bjA   All About Reading | https://KatieHedrick.com/AllAboutLearning     World Watch | https://KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch     CSB Bible | https://amzn.to/3S9iCP4    The Biggest Story Bible Story Book | https://amzn.to/3Y56xyi    Overview Video of Notgrass History From Adam to Us (World History Curriculum) | https://youtu.be/ChQipi0l6-k?si=LdXkeCQRlkKw1L0D    Squishy Body | https://amzn.to/3Scy2lx    Honey for a Child's Heart | https://amzn.to/3S4LGak   Teaching Textbooks Math | https://www.teachingtextbooks.com    Overview Video of All About Reading | https://youtu.be/oed3azXlj1g?si=-F3U5lOilTgRcnJt    “The Times Machine” Math Book | https://amzn.to/3W62KOp   Launch into the Teen Years by Focus on the Family | https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launchintotheteenyears   “Guy Stuff” | https://amzn.to/4d1CDyV   IEW Structure and Style for Students (Writing Program for Middle School & High School) | https://www.katiehedrick.com/sss    Podcast Episode #195 featuring Andrew Pudewa | https://katiehedrick.com/195    Gather Round Unit Studies | https://gatherroundhomeschool.com   “The Art of Poetry” | https://amzn.to/3S4bpjm   “Anne of Green Gables” | https://amzn.to/3XYMz8d   A Tour of Our Homeschool Space | https://youtu.be/8ysymYWvSUw?si=4v0gRm0dOUAKllYb  

Did you know that there are different styles of homeschooling?! It's true! Homeschool is not a cutter cutter thing. It's not one size fits all. (Thankfully!)  The truth is… your homeschool should be as unique as your family. That means you get to find, and embrace your own homeschooling style! Join me for an in-depth look at the 6 different styles, including: Traditional Classical Charlotte Mason Unit Studies Unschooling Eclectic  I'll help you discover which one is a fit for your family, and give you a couple of curriculum recommendations, as well! Let's do it, homeschool mom!    ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/197 —————   Homeschool Goodies You Should Know About!  Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (and Download your Free Curriculum Guide!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    Grab a Seat at my (Free!) Class - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101   

Learning differences affect 1 in 5 American children today (according to CrossRiverTherapy.com). When they surface, it can throw parents for a loop. When Jennifer Mauser's youngest child started showing signs of dyslexia, Jennifer began looking for answers. Upon evaluation, dyslexia was confirmed and the Mauser family began their journey of finding ways to support their needs (and emotions). Jennifer's child grew up to become a wonderful learner and she recently graduated college! Jennifer joins me on the podcast today to share more about her family's story, as well as tips for how to spot learning differences and some wonderful resources that will support parents and children who may be navigating things like ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia. ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/196 ————— Homeschool Goodies You Should Know About!  Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com  Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (and Download your Free Curriculum Guide!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com Grab a Seat at my (Free!) Class - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101  ————— Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Warning Signs of Dyslexia | https://bartonreading.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Dys-warning-signs.pdf IEW | KatieHedrick.com/IEW (search “Learning Differences”) Neurolearning App | http://www.neurolearning.com/  LDA America | https://ldaamerica.org Barton Reading and Spelling | https://ldaamerica.org Understood.org  Structure and Style for Students (by IEW) | KatieHedrick.com/SSS  

Story time! (How fitting for today's topic of language skills and literature?) It was the very first day of our homeschooling journey. The kids and I cracked open the Language Arts curriculum I'd chosen… I hadn't thought to pre-screen the material (rookie mistake) and I began to read the instructions out loud: “Circle all the prepositions.” Horrified, my kids and I stared at each other blankly and we all wanted to cry. “A prepo-what???”  I had pulled my kids out of public school, and coming from public school myself, none of us knew what in the world a preposition was.  I was the mom. I was the teacher. I was supposed to be leading this whole thing and I didn't even know what a preposition was!? I felt like a failure and I quickly realized that curriculum was NOT going to work for us.  I began desperately searching for an effective way to teach my kids language skills. Although my kids are quick learners, I knew this process was going to take divine intervention, because grammar seemed difficult to understand, and to teach. No one was inspired to write, nor did we have any kind of a system in place for learning how to do it well.  Enter the unsung hero: Mr. Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW).  Mr. Pudewa had a system in place (“Structure and Style for Students”) that included easy-to-use videos, pre-selected source texts and key word outlines. On top of that, his charming personality stole the hearts of my kids and if I'm being honest, it stole my heart too.    Mr. Pudewa's method for helping homeschool families thrive was unlike anything I'd seen before. My kids became strong, inspired writers (and grammar wizards). Most importantly though, they fell in love with reading and writing and thinking.  When I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Pudewa in person, I quickly realized how authentic, engaging and witty he was. I invited him to join me on the podcast and he graciously agreed to share his time and expertise.  So, today you are in for an absolute treat! You can head to the podcast now to take in a conversation that is full of tips to help you cultivate language skills in your homeschool. Mr. Pudewa is sharing book recommendations, encouragement for homeschooling moms, one of his famous jokes and so much more!  Trust me when I say… this is a don't miss episode! Enjoy!  ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/195 ————— Homeschool Goodies You Should Know About!  Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com  Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (and Download your Free Curriculum Guide!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com  Grab a Seat at my (Free!) Class - Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101  ————— Resources Mentioned in this Episode: IEW Language Arts Curriculum | KatieHedrick.com/IEW  “However Imperfectly” by Andrew Pudewa | https://amzn.to/45PXwut  

Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (the easy way!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com    Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    WATCH the Homeschool 101 Live Replay (and get the slides!) | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101 

Ahhhh… The expectations. The checklists. The household chores. Your kids education?!  Somehow we're overwhelmed just thinking about all the things that we are supposed to be doing well. And somehow, well…. It feels hard. Like we can't possibly keep up with it all. What if it didn't have to be so hard?   Guess what, mom?  …Homeschooling doesn't have to be hard!  My sister, Dori Colborn (mom of 4) joins me (mom of 3) on the podcast today for a discussion about how to simplify your homeschool. Trust me, with 7 kids in the mix, we've found a few tactics for getting things done and making things work. There are only so many hours in the day, right?! Necessity is the mother of invention!  The key to making this happen? Find ways to “let it be easy.”  Dori and I are about to help you simplify your homeschool, as you learn how to turn ordinary, every day events into learning opportunities. (It's easier than you think!)   Press play, mama. This conversation can't wait another minute! ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/193 ————— Grab a seat at my (Free!) upcoming class -  Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Tuesday, June 25 at 2 pm CST Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101  ————— Need a little homeschool help? (Free!) Homeschool Curriculum Guide | TeachMeToHomeschool.com  Katie's “How to Homeschool” Course | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com  ————— Resources Mentioned: “Homeschool Basics” | https://amzn.to/4bTrJek “Teaching from Rest | https://amzn.to/3X471nt “Love and Respect” | https://amzn.to/458d3FC Todd Wilson | https://thesmilinghomeschooler.com  Penny and Friends children's books | KatieHedrick.com/AmazonBooks     

I did a thing. I invited my three kids onto the podcast to talk openly and honestly about their thoughts on homeschooling. Nothing was pre-scripted and I didn't even tell them the questions I would be asking. I wanted them to share off the cuff, and from their hearts.  They didn't hold back and a few of their answers even surprised me (in a good way)!  So often, we hear the mom's take on homeschooling, but it's a whole different thing to hear it from the perspective of the kids being homeschooled. Join us for the conversation, as the kids answer questions like… What's been your favorite thing about homeschooling? What has surprised you? What's been most challenging for you? How have your family relationships changed? Would you ever go back to public school?  What are you most looking forward to in the years to come? It's a tell-all episode on the Joy at Home podcast!  ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/192 ————— Grab a seat at my (Free!) upcoming class -  Homeschool 101: Making so Easy that ANY Mom can Get Started! Tuesday, June 25 at 2 pm CST Register here | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101  ————— Need a little homeschool help? (Free!) Homeschool Curriculum Guide | TeachMeToHomeschool.com  Katie's “How to Homeschool” Course | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com  ————— Resources Mentioned: Joy at Home with Katie Hedrick YouTube Channel | KatieHedrick.com/YouTube  IEW Language Arts Curriculum | KatieHedrick.com/IEW (Search for “Fix it! Grammar”)  

The weather was a nightmare. My kids were sick. The pipes were frozen. I found myself standing over the stove, boiling snow down into water just so we could make the toilets flush and I was… Angry.  (Have you found yourself in a moment so frustrating and overwhelming that you actually experience anger?) Where was the joy in this moment?  I couldn't find it. I didn't want to find it.  And then…. God spoke a message to my heart that I desperately needed to hear. He told me how to find the joy when I didn't “feel” joyful. Today, I'm sharing the message with you…  I pray today's episode brings blessing (and joy) to your heart and home.  ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/181 Learn more about the Anxiety Antidote™ mini-course here —> KatieHedrick.com/AnxietyAntidote   ————— Your Next Steps… HOMESCHOOL: Free Curriculum Guide | TeachMeToHomeschool.com  Learn How to Start Homeschooling (the easy way) | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com  CHRISTIAN LIVING: Stop Your Anxiety | KatieHedrick.com/AnxietyAntidote Experience Life Breakthrough + Deeper Faith | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  TIME + HOME MANAGEMENT: Find More Hours in the Day + Live Like a Proverbs 31 Woman | WisdomWomanAcademy.com

Olivia Kay knows what it means to speak boldly for Jesus, even when it's hard.     As a child, her family didn't spend much time in church, but she did experience God by attending church with friends. As she grew in wisdom and her faith, Olivia began to heed the whispers and calling that God placed on her heart.    From witnessing to her family, to writing a book about how to make Jesus your habit, to speaking to the nations, Olivia Kay waits for her next assignment from the Lord and then she walks it out with boldness and courage.    Join Olivia Kay and me on the Joy at Home podcast as we discuss:  What it means to “make Jesus your habit” How to listen (and hear) about the next assignment that God has for your life How to share the love of Jesus (even when it feels hard)  This episode will help you grow in your daily walk with Jesus. Press play and let's begin!   ————— Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.com/180  —————   NEXT STEPS…   Say Goodbye to Anxiety —>  Step out of anxiety and back into your life again (in less than 1 hour) with THE ANXIETY ANTIDOTE™ mini-course | KatieHedrick.com/AnxietyAntidote    Transform Your Life —>  Work through a complete life breakthrough blueprint with the FAITH FUELED BREAKTHROUGH™ life coaching course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com    Start Homeschooling —>  Learn how to start homeschooling (the easy way!) with FIRST STEPS TO HOMESCHOOL™ | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com    Stop Feeling “Crazy Busy” and Find More Hours in the Day —>  Ever feel like you're trying to “manage the mother-load?” WISDOM WOMAN ACADEMY™ offers time and home management for the overwhelmed (and overstimulated!) mom. Join the waitlist! | WisdomWomanAcademy.com   All the Good Stuff —>  Browse KatieHedrick.com for updates, encouragement, life coaching and homeschool help.

Is your teen struggling with depression? Would you know how to identify it, or how to help if they were?   On the latest episode of Stepping into a Joy Filled Life, 16 year old Shannon Monet is joining me to share about her own mental health journey, which included anxiety, depression and even suicidal thoughts. Together, we are peeling back the curtain to discuss what she walked through and the roles the God and her mom played in her healing.    Shannon is truly light in a dark world. She knows her value and she's walking in her purpose, helping teens who desperately want to find their God given identity. Shannon is also helping parents to better understand the struggles that teenagers are facing today, and giving impactful tips for how we can make a difference in their lives. Don't miss this episode, mom!    Episode Show Notes | KatieHedrick.com/159   ————————— WHAT'S NEXT???     Get started with the Faith Fueled Breakthrough life coaching course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com     Join the Step into Joy Sisterhood on Facebook | KatieHedrick.com/Community    Learn from Katie and keep up with the latest | KatieHedrickCoaching.com     Connect with Katie | Katie@KatieHedrick.com    —————————   Factor | Enjoy fresh, healthy, convenient meals that you DON'T have to prep! Visit KatieHedrick.com/Factor to get up to $150 OFF your first order. World Watch | Change the way you and your family receive World news. Go to KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch to access your free trial!

Calling all stay-at-home-mamas who would like to make some extra $$$, while exercising their creativity!    You've seen it, you've shopped it and no doubt, you love it… Etsy has long been a beloved platform for buying gifts, printed products, t-shirts, jewelry, craft items and more.   It's also a platform for SELLING such items! And you have the opportunity to benefit!    My longtime social media friend, Courtney Mize joins me on the podcast today to talk about the launch of her own Etsy shop, The Littlest Biscuit.    Tune in to hear about the biscuit themed birthday party that inspired Courtney to turn her passion into profit. She's also spilling the deets about how YOU can start your own Etsy shop too!    Courtney's answering your burning questions, including… How much does it actually cost to start an Etsy store? How would I even know what to sell? How long does it take to get things up and running?  What tools can help me with the design process? What challenges might I need to overcome along the way? What is print on demand (POD) and how can I make money with it on Etsy? Can any mom start an Etsy shop (for real?!)?    Don't miss this episode, packed with the step-by-step process for launching (and profiting!) from your own Etsy store!     Episode Show Notes | KatieHedrick.com/158   —> Shop The Littlest Biscuit on Etsy!! | Etsy.com/Shop/TheLittlestBiscuit    —————————   WHAT'S NEXT???     Get started with the Faith Fueled Breakthrough life coaching course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com     Join the Step into Joy Sisterhood on Facebook | KatieHedrick.com/Community    Learn from Katie and keep up with the latest | KatieHedrickCoaching.com     Connect with Katie | Katie@KatieHedrick.com    —————————   Factor | Enjoy fresh, healthy, convenient meals that you DON'T have to prep! Visit KatieHedrick.com/Factor to get up to $150 OFF your first order.   World Watch | Change the way you and your family receive World news. Go to KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch to access your free trial!   —————————   Links/Resources mentioned in today's episode:   Miscarriage and the Path to Healing (featuring Courtney's testimony) Episode #27 | KatieHedrick.com/Miscarriage   Etsy YouTubers: Cassidy Johnson | YouTube.com/@CassiyJohnson Heather Studio | YouTube.com/@itsheatherstudio    Tools to help you set up your Etsy shop: Everbee | Everbee.io   Canva | Canva.com  Place it | PlaceIt.net  Printify | Printify.com  Printed Mint | PrintedMint.com Shopify | Shopify.com  Creative Fabrica | CreativeFabrica.com

The topic of Homeschool has been of major interest lately… Especially as we see the lines getting blurred and conflict arising between secular values and Christian values. It's more important than ever, to take a look at homeschool with eyes and hearts that are seeking wisdom.     Whether you're already a homeschool family, or you're just on the front end of it and considering what it might look like for your family, I think you'll really enjoy today's conversation with my guest, David Nekrutman.   David is the founder of BiblicalExcavations.com, and the author of “Your Sabbath Invitation,” a critical thinking course for High School students. He's joining me today to talk about cultivating a Biblical lifestyle of learning in your home and homeschool and to share about homeschool content that fuses together critical thinking and Scripture.    Episode Show Notes | KatieHedrick.com/157   —————————   Next Steps —>    Grow deeper in relationship with God | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com     Join the Step into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community    Connect with Katie | Katie@KatieHedrick.com    —————————   World Watch | Change the way you and your family receive World news. Go to KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch to access your free trial!   Not Consumed Ministries | Enhance your family's Bible study time with kid-friendly, truth-inspired material! Visit KatieHedrick.com/NotConsumed    —————————

Recently, I made a “mess-take” (not to be confused with a “mistake”) because I am, indeed, a less-than-perfect mom.   A MESS-take is big and ugly. It leaves a lasting impression. MESS-takes hurt.   But God. He has a way of turning our mess into a message and the best thing of all? We can hold tight to the promise that even in the middle of our screw-ups, God stays the same.    “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.”  -Hebrews 13:8   Join me on the podcast today, as we celebrate that promise!    Episode Show Notes | KatieHedrick.com/156    —————————   Next Steps —>    Grow deeper in relationship with God | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com     Join the Step into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community    Connect with Katie | Katie@KatieHedrick.com    —————————   World Watch | Change the way you and your family receive World news. Go to KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch to access your free trial!   Not Consumed Ministries | Enhance your family's Bible study time with kid-friendly, truth-inspired material! Visit KatieHedrick.com/NotConsumed    —————————

Grow deeper in your relationship with God… Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com    —————————   Hey friend! Biblically speaking, the Lord wants you to be WELL! Not only spiritually well, but also physically well. What's more is that He is faithful to meet each of his children in every area of life, even the mundane aspects that can sometimes come with healthy living.    Robin Rhine McDonald, the founder, CEO, and Head Coach of Made Well Health joins me on the podcast today to share about her sustainable, grace-based process that is helping women all over the country to live healthy and well. Get ready to hear about her E4 method and how she's using it as a tool to transform the lives of women on an individual, life-changing basis.    Today's episode will help you understand that living well and “fueled by grace” is very much possible! You're worth it!   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/155     —————————   Watch Robin's FREE masterclass “How to Prioritize Your Health amidst the Chaos without Added Stress” at madewellhealth.com/prioritize   —————————   Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

We. Started. HOMESCHOOLING. Today, I'm opening my heart to share about the journey that we've been on this school year.  From a mama who felt totally unqualified, to kiddos who weren't sure what we were getting into, to a thriving homeschool family who is growing in relationship with God and each other, as we learn and grow together… join me for a behind the scenes look at the #homeschoollifestyle. (One that I wouldn't change!) Whether you've ever considered homeschool for your family, or you're just looking for a wholesome listen, this episode holds a heartwarming story that you don't want to miss!  Episode Show Notes | KatieHedrick.com/154   ————————— Next Steps —>  Grow deeper in relationship with God | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com   Join the Step into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Katie@KatieHedrick.com  ————————— World Watch | Change the way you and your family receive World news. Go to KatieHedrick.com/WorldWatch to access your free trial! Not Consumed Ministries | Enhance your family's Bible study time with kid-friendly, truth-inspired material! Visit KatieHedrick.com/NotConsumed  ————————— Interested in the books mentioned in this episode? Grab them here! Homeschool Basics by Tricia Goyer and Kristi Clover —> https://amzn.to/3WhwMx5  Better Together by Pam Barnhill —> https://amzn.to/3UZbpQd Teaching from Rest by Sarah Mackenzie —> https://amzn.to/3FVfzEx    Please note: These are affiliate links, which means when you make a purchase, it won't cost you any more, but Katie may receive a small commission for sharing it with you. :)

Did you know that God created you to live healthy and free? It's true! I love 3 John 1:2 where it says “Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” So beautiful, right? The thing is, there's something that might be holding you back from good health… something you're probably familiar with…  That thing?  It's called stress. **inserting good news here** There's someone who knows about stress AND she knows how to manage it well. Katrina Sequenzia, the founder of Healthy Free Life is joining me on the podcast today to share about how stress is affecting you, and (the best part is) she's also dropping tangible tips for how to manage it! On top of that, Katrina is unpacking all the things that you want to hear about when it comes to health and wellness… Things like the importance of movement (and rest!), as well as what good nutrition actually looks like and what God says about all of it. She's also answering the age old questions: “What foods should I eat? What foods should I avoid?” (Wait until you hear her wisdom-filled answers on these. So GOOD!) As an added bonus, Katrina is sharing a breathing exercise that you can start utilizing right now to help put stress, and your health back in its place. (You'll love it!) Enough of me gushing about this value-packed episode. Head on over to the podcast and press play! It's time to start fresh, be a little more intentional, and to live a little wiser when it comes to your life and health. Your future self will thank you!   ————————— Try Katrina's Healthy Free Life Academy for FREE for 30 days at HealthyFreeLife.com/Katie when you use the code: PODCAST   Sign up for the Healthy Free Life Newsletter and get the STARTER KIT for Free! | HealthyFreeLife.com/Starter-Kit  ————————— Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/153  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

As we wrap up 2022, I thought it would be fun to do a little “year in review” and share openly with you about the goals that I personally crushed this year, the ones that I didn't, what I've learned and where I fell short. I pray that this “relatable” episode brings encouragement to your heart, along with the reminder that, as believers we can continue to move forward into the New Year with expectant hope, deep faith and great joy in the Lord.  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/152 ————————— Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough life coaching course for just $99 | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  (Use the code: JOY at checkout) Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Press play to hear about 3 quick ideas for how you can be a giver this season! “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”  -2 Corinthians 9:7   —————————   Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ life coaching course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com      

Hey Sweet Friend! As you probably already know, relationships are SO important. (Although, sometimes they are HARD. Sometimes they take effort and WORK!) Are good relationships worth it? I say a resounding YES! When it comes to the relationships in YOUR life, take a moment to carefully consider: What are some of the most important relationships in my life right now?  Are those relationships helping me grow?  What does my relationship with Jesus currently look like and how can I begin to grow deeper in relationship with Him?  What does it mean to experience genuine JOY with Jesus? Join me on the podcast today, as we discuss these important relationship questions (and more!). I'll meet you inside! Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/150 ————————— Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  (Use code: BLACKFRIDAY22 to save $50 on your enrollment! Offer expires 11.27.22) Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

I recently recognized that my to-do list was (once again) ruling my life, when on my Birthday, my husband's birthday wish to me included being proud of “all the things” that I'm able to accomplish.  Ugh. Although his birthday wish came from a place of love, it made me stop and think about how I've made my to-do list a GIANT part of my identity.  Self assess for one second, Sister Friend… There's a good chance you've made your to-do list a big part of your identity too. I get it… you're juggling it all and trying to do it all, while smiling on the outside and dying of overwhelm on the inside.  With everything on your plate and time going faster by the minute, you find yourself saying “yes” to everything and burning out quick. **HELP!!?**  Deep breath…. You don't have to keep living in a state of stress-paralysis and overwhelm. (Seriously. Mean it!)  Check out today's podcast episode where I'm sharing 3 tangible tips that will help you de-stress and knock out the things that you ACTUALLY need to get done in record time so that you can live and love your family well, with more intention and joy! (Because Sis, you are MORE than your to-do list!) ————————— Get the “How to Say NO” Guide (for FREE!) | KatieHedrick.com/HowToSayNo   Grow deeper in your faith with the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ course | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Join the Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

God's Word says that “there is a time for everything under the Heavens.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)  I love how that translates into “seasons” in our life. Over here, my family has been shifting into a new season. I mean BIG TIME shifting. As our life has been changing, I've been burning the candle at both ends and it's time to lay some things down. It's time to include a bit more rest in this new season…  Tune in today, as I share about the new thing my family has stepped into and what it means for the future. *Bonus* If you listen until the end, there's a surprise gift waiting for you!  “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”  -Galatians 6:9 Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/148 ————————— **Save $150** Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Guided Study with the code: JOY | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

As chaos swirls around you and as the world tries to blur the lines between right and wrong, good and evil, it's more important than ever that you, as a Believer become rooted in God's Word. HOW do you do that and WHY should you do that? You take your own Bible in your own hands, open it… and READ it, so that you can know, and stand for the truth that's inside of it.  It's time to stop being spoon fed little snippets of God's Word and instead taste the richness and goodness of the Bible in its entirety for yourself, Sister Friend. The Word is pure, true and alive and there are 3 SUPER important reasons why you should be reading your Bible right now!  “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.”  -Psalm 1:1-3 Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/119   —————————   Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Guided Study | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com    Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com  

I recently found out about an incredible organization that is shining a light amidst the dark reality of sex trafficking and sexual trauma. That organization is called Kairos Hope.  Kairos Hope is a Christian recovery home (located in the Missouri) for survivors of sexual trauma. They help women find freedom through Biblical instruction and clinical mental health counseling. Their program is completely free to residents and lasts 6-9 months. The work that Kairos Hope is doing is powerful, effective and so very needed. I first heard about this organization and their mission when a beautiful girl named Miranda Coulson spoke at a local church. Miranda is joining me on the show today, along with the executive director and founder of Kairos Hope, Eryka Mabus McMillan, to talk about the Kairos Hope story.  Don't miss this episode full of hope and healing!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/146 ————————— **SPECIAL DISCOUNT** Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Course for just $99 when you use the code: HOPE | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Hey friend. I don't know about you, but sometimes I feel like I'm living in one heck of a fast paced world.  Let me reframe that and let's be real…  We're ALL living in a fast paced, busy, high stress world, and most of us are longing…  We're longing for more peace, slower days and a more fulfilling life. Do you relate? *cue ALL the hands raising* So how do we get there?  Does the answer lie within your to-do list? Does peace and fulfillment happen by checking boxes? Or… Could it actually be possible to ditch the to-do list, slow down and experience life in a whole different way… a way where you choose and CREATE more harmony and happiness?  I say “YES!”  So does Katie Jefcoat. Katie is a speaker, author and a “happiness curator” and she's joining me on the podcast today to discuss what it can look like to create and live a more happy, fulfilling life by ditching the to-do list and by implementing 4 quick daily practices instead. These 4 “happiness habits” are simple and practical, and the best part is that you can start applying them to your life immediately!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/145 ————————— Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Guided Study | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Today's new podcast episode is all about ROUTINES! **cue the hallelujah choir** Routines are one of the #1 things you ask for when it comes to podcast content. And it makes total sense! Routines can help us kick the overwhelm and ditch the stress paralysis, which in turn… makes life easier!  Tune in today as Whitnee Hawthorne, founder of The Savvy Working Mom shares a simple 5 part routine that you can do each Sunday to make your upcoming week even more amazing. (For real!) This quick episode is packed with tangible tips, including Whitnee's wisdom AND my own personal Sunday W.R.A.P. routine. Don't miss it. Press play now!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/144 ————————— Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Program | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

God loves his children, that includes women! And he has a specific plan and purpose for YOUR life! He has spoken to women throughout the Bible, and throughout the ages and he still speaks to women today!  So when today's guest, Rachael Groll reached out me, sharing about her devotional book which takes a look at 6 women in the life of Jesus and some of the interactions that happened between them, I knew she'd be a great fit for the show and would have some wonderful wisdom to share with you! Tune in today, as Rachael and I dive into the gospel of John and unpack what God has for YOUR life based on the accounts of 6 women who were looking to grow in their faith journey, just like you!   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/143 ————————— Enroll in the Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ Guided Study | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Hey Sis. I see you. I know you're doing your best to live out your days as the best version of you… a Kingdom daughter, a loving wife, a joy-filled (exhausted) mom.  I also know that all the while you're asking “What does God truly want for my life? What is His will? What is the plan? What's my next step?” So… Let's talk about it! Join Brittany Ann and me on the podcast today as we dive into what it looks like to uncover God's will. We'll also tackle 3 common myths that you might be believing about God's will and how those thoughts could be keeping you stuck. By the end of today's episode, you'll have gained a deeper understanding of how to hear God's voice, how to discern his will and how to step forward in courage. Let's get growing, shall we!   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/142 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Back in 2011, I uncovered a secret. Well... a few secrets, actually.  Spoiler alert: Choo! Choo! All aboard the “Beliefs Train.” 

Hey Sister Friend! I don't know about you, but I have started a LOT of stuff in my lifetime. I've also battled the monsters of procrastination and excuses from time to time. Consequently, stuff has fallen through the cracks. And it stinks. It drives me crazy to have projects, goals or tasks laying around unfinished. It makes me feel… unsettled.  Have you ever been there? Have you ever started something, but not finished it? Have you ever let procrastination (or excuses) stop you from following through? I see you, girl! Over the years, I've learned 4 tips for effectively following through and finishing the things I start and let me tell you… it feels GOOD at the end of the day. I feel accomplished when my to-dos and goals and projects get tackled start to finish. I promise you, it's actually not that hard to do! You heard me right… it's not that hard to finish what you start by following through! Ready to become equipped to follow through with all the things you actually want to do? Press play on the podcast today, sweet friend. It's time to listen to this episode… start to finish of course! You'll be glad you did!  —>> Snag Katie's signature program, Faith Fueled Breakthrough™ at FaithFueledBreakthrough.com  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/140 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

We're about to shatter life as you know it, Sister Friend… Because you were NOT meant to stay where you are.  In the words of Dani Johnson, “It's time to rise up, step up and do something great with your life.”  You see, change starts with the realization and the understanding that no one is going to make positive change happen for you, but rather it's going to require personal responsibility and then… Action. Yep, change happens when we take tiny steps forward in truth. Change happens when we take action on the wisdom that we've gleaned.  Join me on the podcast today, where I'm sharing 3 pieces of wisdom that you can take immediate action on. These things that will change your life, Sis! Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/Change ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com  

Today's podcast topic is a little… well… Juicy. When my husband walked by me and saw the show notes on my Mac for a podcast titled “Hookups and Hang Ups,” he asked, “uhhhh… should I listen to that episode?” I told him in total honesty… “it's fine with me!” I have nothing to hide… the junk in my past, it's the past. (Plus I'm not the only one with junk in my past. We all have some, am I right?) As I've grown in my walk with the Lord, I've learned to hand things over to him, I've learned to shuck the shame, so to speak. I've also learned that God can and will use our messy past, our hookups, our hang ups and our screw ups… God will take those things and use them for GOOD! That's where I'm at today, Sis. I'm forgiven and free and I live with great JOY! I want that for you, too! If you're living with anxiety or guilt, feeling chained because of your past, or feeling shameful because of your current sin… there is hope, Sister Friend! It's time to shuck the shame! Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/ShuckTheShame ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

To be blunt about it… today's podcast episode was not fun, nor easy to record. No one wants to talk about the junk in their past. No one wants to expose their imperfections and struggles. Nobody wants to share about the ways they've failed or the ways in which they've been hurt. And no one wants to admit that their marriage has seen dark days.  But Sis, my marriage has seen dark days.  Perhaps your marriage has seen dark days too. Maybe you're even walking through a valley season in your marriage right now.  Whether you're sitting in hurt and licking past wounds or you're just simply wondering, “Could my marriage ever be more than mediocre?” I'm here to testify that God can move your marriage from just surviving to intimate and thriving when you implement the 3 things that I'm sharing inside of today's episode. Trust me, Sis, your marriage? It's worth it.   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/137 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Heads up, Sister Friend! The “stuff” around you… the things you're accumulating from physical things to apps on your phone to the items on your to-do list… all of that “stuff” is directly affecting you! You heard me right. Your mental health, your level of stress (or peace) is tied to the amount of clutter that you're surrounding yourself with.  I'm here to help! There are 7 areas you can purge right now that will get you on your way to less stress and more peace… because Sis, I'm here to tell you that LESS IS MORE! Hit play and let's get purging!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/136 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

There's a simple money motto that changed the lives of Bob and Linda Lotich, as well as countless others. It's a 4 part process that's simple, but not always easy to follow.  Tune in to the Stepping into a Joy Filled Life podcast as Bob, Linda and I discuss this 4 part money motto and watch it shatter everything you thought you knew about your finances. (All of this goodness is also tucked away inside their book “Simple Money, Rich Life.”) We're breaking it all down, plus sharing about how to be a cheerful giver AND releasing wisdom-filled secrets about how you can earn, save and give more of your money… all to the glory of God!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/135 ————————— Check out these free resources from Bob and Linda Lotich! → Financial Prayer Prompts | Seedtime.com/Prayer  → 3 Day Money Challenge | 3DayMoneyChallenge.com  → Travel for Free Blog Post | Seedtime.com/free-travel  ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Motherhood got you feeling a little empty? Burnt-out? Overwhelmed? If you're a visual learner, you're going to love this… I want you to picture your life (and your motherhood) as a bucket. (Seriously!) What's your bucket look like? What color is it? Is it full or empty? Is it heavy or light? Is it worn out, cracked and leaking? Or is it overflowing with what's inside? I don't know about you, but in terms of my life, I want a bucket of overflow! God wants that for you too, Sis. He loves to bless his children!  God has something awesome planned for your life that you can't even fathom, that you haven't even seen yet because the energy drainers and the distractions of life and motherhood have kept you looking back when you should be looking forward! You may be thinking, “That's great, Katie, but what in the heck are “energy drainers!?” I'm glad you asked! Today on the podcast, I'm sharing what “energy drainers” are, how you can swap them for “bucket fillers” instead and ultimately, how you unlock your best life and step into the OVERFLOW that God has for you in motherhood and beyond! Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/overflow ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Disclaimer: I've personally been in a bit of a funk lately. BUT… I still have JOY. How is that? Joy is deep-rooted. It's not something that can be stripped away by circumstance. In fact, tough life situations, those moments where you feel in a funk? They can be opportunities for JOY to shine in your life! Join me on the podcast today as I share openly about the funk I've been in, as well as why I've still got that JOY deep down in my soul.  Want even more? I've got you! I'm spilling 4 secrets that all genuinely joy-filled people know about. How many of these secrets have you uncovered in your life? Tune in to find out!  Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/133 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Do you ever feel like the world is screaming “Do what makes you happy?” Or “Do whatever feels good?”  We're being fed a lie that what matters most in this life is the pursuit of happiness. But the pursuit of happiness is not what matters most. Can we be happy? Yes. But happiness and genuine joy, it comes from a greater, deeper, richer source. Happiness comes as a result of pursuing… Holiness. Join me on the podcast today as I share what it looks like to journey through this life in pursuit of holiness, rather than in pursuit of happiness. Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/113 ————————— Never miss an episode! | KatieHedrick.com/VIP  Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

Life can feel messy as we follow Jesus. We are all imperfect, and “works in progress,” after all. So can there be some type of balance between loving Jesus and making mistakes? What do we do when we fall short? Pastor Kyle Dunn joins me on the Stepping Into a Joy Filled Life podcast to discuss how we can continue to take steps forward in our walk with the Lord instead of reeling in the failures that we do (and will) make. Tune in as Pastor Kyle shares about a 4 part restoration process where we can come to Jesus after sin, while embracing both grace and truth. (So much wisdom in this!) You'll also be blessed when you hear Pastor Kyle's thoughts about how to separate our identity from the roles we play, how we can live out our purpose and the best kind of PIZZA :) inside of this faith-filled episode!   ** Direct link to purchase the Faith Fueled Breakthrough study at the summer SALE price! —> KatieHedrick.com/FFBSummerSale   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/131 ————————— Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com

In less than 10 years, Austin Black has gone from not being able to afford groceries, to paying off his home and living completely debt free on a Missouri farm with his family. To make it even sweeter, Austin and his wife have also been able to cash flow the births of their daughters, pay cash for vehicles, and establish an emergency fund… all while implementing sound, Biblical financial practices. How did they do it? They got on the same page.  And now, as a Dave Ramsey certified financial coach, Austin combines what he's learned about both money AND marriage to help other couples get on the same page too. In doing so, his clients are able to make great financial gains.  Join Austin and me on the podcast today, as we chat about practical first steps for walking in wisdom when it comes to your money and your marriage. It's time to get to the heart of it!   ** Direct link to purchase the Faith Fueled Breakthrough study at the summer SALE price! —> KatieHedrick.com/FFBSummerSale   Find today's show notes and links at KatieHedrick.com/130 ————————— Studies & Courses | KatieHedrickCoaching.com  Step Into Joy Sisterhood | KatieHedrick.com/Community  Connect with Katie | Send an email to Katie@KatieHedrick.com