Podcast appearances and mentions of lisa jo baker

Welcome to Episode 115 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! Today I have the privilege of chatting with Lisa-Jo Baker. She is a bestselling author, lapsed lawyer, and a current acquisitions editor for W Publishing. Her most recent release, It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping is a critically acclaimed, honest and lyrical coming-of-age memoir of growing up in South Africa at the height of apartheid, and an invitation to recognize and refuse to repeat the sins of our fathers.* Some of the resources we mention include: H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald* The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis* The Outlaws of Sherwood by Robin McKinley* 1883 on Paramount Plus You can connect with Lisa-Jo via: Her website: lisajobaker.com Instagram: @lisajobaker Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠Instagram: @andreafortenberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠ My website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠: andreafortenberry.com • ⁠⁠Subscribe to my free quarterly magazine, Restore. ⁠⁠ *Affiliate Link

This week, we'll hear from Dr. Chris Rappazini—a professor of leadership and former pastor—as he shares a deeply personal story through the lens of grief and recovery. Chris reveals how his father's death propelled his brother into a downward spiral of addiction and estrangement. Yet, amidst the chaos, a narrative of hope and forgiveness emerges, highlighting the profound realization that our past does not define our future. Later in the episode, we'll hear from author, editor, and speaker Lisa-Jo Baker. She discusses her awakening to the cycle of anger she risked repeating from her father if she continued to live on autopilot. Through her journey of healing and reconciling with her father, Lisa-Jo illustrates how we can all seek reconciliation and live life to the fullest.   Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Rosie Rivera Upcoming interview: BeBe Winans Jesus Calling commemorative edition   Dr. Chris Rappazini Anderson University www.faithfulstepsforward.com Moving Forward After Messing Up   Lisa-Jo Baker Apartheid Zululand in South Africa Dr. Christiaan Barnard www.lisajobaker.com It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping   Interview Quotes: “God is in the business of fixing broken relationships, and that's what He's been doing in our relationship for the last several years.” - Dr. Chris Rappazini   “For us to be able to ask forgiveness from those that we've hurt the most, I mean, it's hard to do. And I think the only way you can do it is somehow with the grace of God, with the power and the strength of the Holy Spirit.” - Dr. Chris Rappazini   “If we're going to have a future that God wants for us, we have to keep our eyes moving forward. We have to keep our eyes on what we want that relationship to look like, not what it has looked like in the past.” - Dr. Chris Rappazini   “Oftentimes, the hardest person to get forgiveness from is ourselves. The hardest person to forgive is the person that we see in the mirror every morning, because we feel so guilty and we feel so shameful for what we've done and how we've hurt people.” - Dr. Chris Rappazini  “The beauty of Jesus that I've discovered is that, as we know, God is not limited by time. This is what's so powerful about Him.” - Lisa-Jo Baker  “I needed to stop and pull off onto the side of the road and figure out the story I had inherited, because I was really determined to write a new one.” Lisa-Jo Baker  “I think for family trees to heal, we have to be willing to lay down our defenses. It doesn't happen all at once. It happens slowly over years between generations, because we have a God who is so adamant, passionate about forgiveness, about reconciliation, about redeeming generations, who wrote a new plot line out of an old bloodline.” - Lisa-Jo Baker ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Episodes:     https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7  Bonus Podcasts:     https://bit.ly/3vfLlGw  Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer:  https://bit.ly/3Sd0a6C  Peace for Everyday Life:     https://bit.ly/3zzwFoj  Peace in Uncertain Times:     https://bit.ly/3cHfB6u  What's Good?     https://bit.ly/3vc2cKj  Enneagram:     https://bit.ly/3hzRCCY  ________________________  Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

One of my favorite podcast guests is back! Lisa Jo Baker is a national speaker and bestselling author of several books including her most recent book, It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping: Interpreting the Language of Our Fathers Without Repeating Their Stories.Lisa shares about her story, her father's story, and how you can write new plotlines in your bloodlines. It's really powerful.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Lisa Jo's bookLisa Jo's websiteLisa Jo's InstagramRESOURCES FOR YOU:Wholehearted Enneagram Coachinghttps://bit.ly/SWcoachingcollectiveEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideThe Real History of the Enneagram Course(use code AMY for 40% OFF)https://bit.ly/EnneagramHistoryShould Christians Use the Enneagram? (Amy's book)https://amzn.to/3VB9PrxConnect with Amy:IGWebsite

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Let's kickoff a new series, “Your starting point doesn't have to be your stuck point” and dive into each Enneagram type.This episode you'll get a glimpse of all nine types at their best and worst, along with a brief insight into each one to offer a fresh perspective. Related Episode mentioned:Life from the Middle with Lisa-Jo Baker (type 2)RESOURCES FOR YOU:Wholehearted Enneagram Coachinghttps://bit.ly/SWcoachingcollectiveEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideThe Real History of the Enneagram Course(use code AMY for 40% OFF)https://bit.ly/EnneagramHistoryShould Christians Use the Enneagram? (Amy's book)https://amzn.to/3VB9PrxConnect with Amy:IGWebsite

This week on From the Front Porch, Annie recaps the books she read and loved in July. You get 10% off your books when you order your August Reading Recap Bundle. Each month, we offer a Reading Recap bundle, which features Annie's favorite books she read that month. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (type “Episode 492” into the search bar and tap enter to find the books mentioned in this episode), or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: The Perfect Couple by Elin Hildebrand It Had to Be You by Eliza Jane Brazier What I Ate in One Year by Stanley Tucci (releases 10/15) Like Mother, Like Mother by Susan Rieger (releases 10/29) Notes from a Small Island by Bill Bryson (unavailable to order) Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy Worst Case Scenario by TJ Newman JFK Jr. by Rosemarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil Annie's August Reading Recap Bundle - $69 The Perfect Couple by Elin Hildebrand Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy Worst Case Scenario by TJ Newman From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram, Tiktok, and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com.  A full transcript of today's episode can be found below. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations.  This week, Annie is listening to It Wasn't Roaring It Was Weeping by Lisa Jo Baker. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Jennifer Bannerton, Stephanie Dean, Linda Lee Drozt, Ashley Ferrell, Susan Hulings, Wendi Jenkins, Martha, Nicole Marsee, Gene Queens, Cammy Tidwell, and Amanda Whigham.  

Bonjour! We're back for the second part of our deep dive into understanding pride from a biblical perspective. So, grab your favorite iced drink, settle in, and let's talk about humble pride rooted in the Lord and how we can navigate the delicate balance of pride and humility.  Pride comes in different shapes and sizes. It's not all bad! In this episode, we unpack the distinctions between positive, humble pride rooted in God and the not-so-great, self-centered pride. Understanding this balance is key to our journey in faith.  Stephanie encourages us to take pride in the impactful work we do in the name of Christ. Scripture reminds us to celebrate the positive impact of our efforts in serving the Lord and spreading his love. One nugget of wisdom that really struck a chord is the idea that we can be proud of imperfect efforts. Embracing our flaws and still finding reasons to be proud is a beautiful reminder of God's grace and how, even in our shortcomings, we can boast in the Lord through Christ.  We also ponder the Biblical mandate of boasting in the Lord, breaking down the interconnectedness of boasting in various aspects of life and ultimately coming back to a boasting in and of the Lord. The Bible lays out a powerful reminder of where our true pride and joy should lie.   Stephanie pointed out something truly heartwarming – it's not just believers who boast, but God himself boasts in us and is proud of us. How amazing is it to know that the Creator of the universe feels genuine pride in his creation? This part really hit home – we are called to be humbly proud, boasting in humility and the high position we hold in Christ. It's a powerful reminder of our worth and value in the eyes of the Lord.  So, there you have it – today is a rollercoaster ride through the complexities of pride, humility, and boasting in the Lord. Our key takeaway? Embracing humble pride rooted in the Lord allows us to find joy in our work, celebrate imperfection, and hold onto our worth as beloved children of God.  Until next time, keep embracing that humble pride, celebrate your journey in faith, and remember to boast in the Lord through Christ. Cheers to the adventures in faith!  Do you enjoy Gospel Spice? Then let's deepen our relationship! There are 4 very simple ways to do that, and it would truly mean the world to us.  1- If you've enjoyed this episode, you will love receiving our newsletter. It contains value-packed free gifts and rich content each month. It's at gospelspice.com/signup. There is always something new and exciting happening around here, and I don't want you to miss out! 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A keynote by my dear friends Os and Jenny Guinness who will inspire us with their many decades of humble wisdom and truly influential service to our generation. A panel with several of my dearest friends who are all local authors with national and international influence: Lisa-Jo Baker, Christie Purifoy, Chris Hall, and Phillip Cary. Find more about them below. A time to meet these wonderful authors around their own book signings, food and drink, and fellowship with one another. *Note: This event is hosted in a private venue, so capacity is limited. Make sure to register as soon as registration opens to guarantee your spot. There is a $25 registration fee, which helps us cover the cost of this event. Details at https://www.gospelspice.com/fiveyears   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Dawn and Steve welcome author Lisa-Jo Baker as she shares her story of hurt, harm, and God's peace. She has written the book It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping: Interpreting the Language of Our Fathers Without Repeating Their Stories, a coming-of-age memoir of growing up in South Africa at the height of apartheid. Lisa is a bestselling author with a BA in English/prelaw from Gordon College and a JD from the University of Notre Dame Law School. Lisa-Jo has lived and worked on three continents in the human rights field and subsequently spent nearly a decade leading the online community of women called (in)courage as their editor-in-chief and community manager. Originally from South Africa, Lisa-Jo now lives just outside Washington, D.C., where she met and fell in love with her husband in the summer of ’96. Their story together spans decades, languages, countries, books, three very opinionated children, and one dog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode of the (in)courage podcast, Becky Keife interviews Lisa-Jo Baker about her new book, 'It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping' and the healing journey she went through with her father. They discuss Lisa-Jo's relationship with (in)courage, her journey of writing the book, and the themes of fear and violence in her family history. Lisa-Jo shares a story about her father's unpredictable behavior and the impact it had on her as a child. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding our past in order to create a new story for the future. They talk about the responsibility women often feel to fix and triage difficult situations, the use of metaphors and storytelling in the book, the transformation and healing her father went through, and the impact the book is making on readers. Lisa-Jo shares that God is not limited by our timeline and can heal even the most painful parts of our past. Takeaways(in)courage was Lisa-Jo Baker's first home on the internet and a place where she found community and a love for writing.Children in unstable homes often adapt and mold themselves to appease their parents, living in a constant state of high alert.Small incidents and reactions from parents can have a profound impact on a child's sense of safety and well-being.Healing and transformation can happen apart from the person who hurt us.Sharing our stories can open the door for the Holy Spirit to bring healing and understanding.Lisa-Jo's father's transformation and vulnerability in the book has made him a beloved figure to readers.God can use our stories to speak into the broken places of our hearts and bring hope and healing.Order your copy today . . . and leave a comment on the featured excerpt shared earlier this week for a chance to WIN a copy:  https://incourage.me/?p=240363 Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!

"'The grace of the Gospel is that on ordinary Tuesdays it's still not too late to write a new ending. I was incapable of rescuing myself. History and my own story had proven this over and over. Instead, I recognized that the same God who had rescued Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob would need to be the one to rescue me from being drowned by the history that lived in me so that I could rescue my son.'With a story that stretches from South Africa's outback to Washington, D.C., It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping is a courageous look at inherited hurts and prejudices, and a hope-filled example for all who feel lost in life or worried that they're too off course to make the necessary corrections. Lisa-Jo's story shows that it's never too late to be free."Leave a comment for Lisa-Jo and to enter to WIN a copy of It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping: https://incourage.me/?p=240363--Stay organized and inspired every day of the year with an (in)courage Agenda Planner! Full of Scripture to encourage you, the (in)courage Seeing God in Every Season planner also includes monthly devotions from your favorite (in)courage writers. Pick up our brand new (in)courage planner at incourage.me/podcast!  The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!

This healing conversation delves into the author's book, 'It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping,' and explores themes of family, trauma and transformation. Lisa Jo shares her emotional response to the book and engages in a deep discussion about her personal journey and the impact of generational trauma. The conversation offers insights into the complexity of parent-child relationships, and the potential for healing and transformation. Takeaways The power of forgiveness and its impact on personal healing and transformation The complexity of parent-child relationships and the potential for repair and growth The impact of generational trauma and the importance of self-reflection and change The emotional response to the author's book and the deep connection it fosters with readersThe power of forgiveness and its impact on personal healing and transformation Watch the video recording on Spotify or Youtube https://youtu.be/6pakEcXK4kI Lisa-Jo Resources and Website https://outoftheordinarypodcast.com/ https://lisajobaker.com/books/ https://lisajobaker.com/ Support the podcast Become a friend of the podcast! Your support goes directly towards keeping the healing conversation going. Get access to extended or bonus episodes. podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monique34/subscribe Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheHealingtraumapodcast Monique's Website Meet with Monique for a 1/1 consult https://www.thehealingtraumapodcast.com/

Have you ever had a parenting moment that you instantly regretted? Have you ever reacted in a way that reminded you of a side of your parents you didn't want to imitate? We've all been there, and on today's show I have the most incredible conversation about this with Lisa-Jo Baker. Lisa-Jo Baker is a bestselling author, lapsed lawyer, current senior acquisitions editor for HarperCollins, and the author of Never Unfriended, The Middle Matters and Surprised by Motherhood. With a BA in English/prelaw from Gordon College and a JD from the University of Notre Dame Law School, Lisa-Jo has lived and worked on three continents in the human rights field and subsequently spent nearly a decade leading the online community of women called (in)courage as their editor in chief and community manager. She's also the co-host of the Out of the Ordinary podcast. Originally from South Africa, Lisa-Jo now lives just outside Washington, D.C., where she met and fell in love with her husband in the summer of '96. Their story together spans decades, languages, countries, books, three very opinionated teenagers, and one dog.Lisa and I discuss breaking free from generational patterns and learning from the stories of our ancestors. You'll hear Lisa explain why understanding the origins of our behaviors are important and the process of forgiveness and reconciliation in family relationships. We jump into the parallels of growing up in South Africa and America and the need for truth-telling and justice. You are going to love this conversation and I want you all to run and pick up her latest book, It Wasn't Roaring It Was Weeping (order your copy in the show notes!)!Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!  SHOW LINKS:-Why Can't I Get It Together -Jamie Ivey Book Club -Huberman Podcast -Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by DayIt Wasn't Roaring It Was Weeping

Bonjour! Stephanie here. I think today is the first time that I am welcoming an author on the show to talk about a memoir. I don't think I've ever done memoirs, but this one just gripped my heart. I just had to share it with you. Lisa-Jo Baker is someone I've met a few years ago at a friend's party. I was mesmerized by her story, her depth, her intelligence. She has serious brain power, but also kindness, thoughtfulness, and truly empathetic other-centeredness. “It was not roaring, it was weeping” is the title of her memoir. It's an honest and lyrical, almost poetic coming of age memoir of growing up in South Africa at the height of apartheid. It's an invitation to confront or inherited traumas or prejudices.  It is also an invitation to forgive our parents, so that we won't repeat the same mistakes. It is an invitation to dig deep inside ourselves and nurture self-awareness, so that we understand what triggers us, so we can rewire our minds to stop repeating harmful patterns, both individually and communally. It is an invitation to cultivate forgiveness and grace as the only way forward as humanity, together. When she found herself spiraling into a terrifying version of her father, screaming herself hoarse at her son, Lisa-Jo Baker realized that to go forward—to refuse to repeat the sins of our fathers—we must first go back. This is an unflinching look at a family that got it wrong and a real life example for all who feel worried they're too off-course to make the necessary corrections. Lisa-Jo's story shows that it's never too late to be free. Born white in the heart of Zululand during the height of apartheid, Lisa-Jo Baker longed to write a new future for her children—a longing that set her on a journey to understand where she fit into a story of violence and faith, history and race. Before marriage and motherhood, she came to the United States to study to become a human rights advocate. When she naively walked right into America's own turbulent racial landscape, she experienced the kind of painful awakening that is both individual and universal, personal and social. Years would go by before she traced this American trauma back to her own South African past. Lisa-Jo was a teenager when her mother died of cancer, leaving her with her father. Though they shared a language of faith and justice, she often feared him, unaware that his fierce temper had deep roots in a family's and a nation's pain. Decades later, old wounds reopened when she found herself repeating the violent patterns of her childhood in her own parenting. Only then did she begin the journey back to the beginning to find a way to break old cycles and write a new story for her family and the next generation. MEET LISA-JO BAKER LISA-JO BAKER is a bestselling author with a BA in English/prelaw from Gordon College and a JD from the University of Notre Dame Law School. Lisa-Jo has lived and worked on three continents in the human rights field and subsequently spent nearly a decade leading the online community of women called (in)courage as their editor in chief and community manager. Originally from South Africa, Lisa-Jo now lives just outside Washington, D.C., where she met and fell in love with her husband in the summer of '96. Their story together spans decades, languages, countries, books, three very opinionated children, and one dog. https://lisajobaker.com/   We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

*Affiliate links and sponsors are included in this post. Thank you for your support! SHOW NOTES In this episode MacKenzie talks with Lisa-Jo Baker about her life growing up in South Africa during apartheid. They cover the complexities of difficult parental relationships, the grief of losing a parent at a young age, and how to confront our traumas to live whole and hopeful lives. LINKS MENTIONED It Wasn't Roaring it Was Weeping by Lisa-Jo Baker Lisa-Jo on Instagram MacKenzie's YouTube Channel MacKenzie's Newsletter MacKenzie's Instagram LWA Facebook Group MacKenzie's Monat Site JOIN US IN PATREON! We would love to welcome you into our Patreon Community! THIS WEEK'S SPONSORS OneSkin- 15% off at oneskin.co with code LIVEWELL Jenni Kayne- Get 15% off your first order when you use code LIVEWELL15 at checkout at jennikayne.com AG1- Get 5 FREE travel packs and a year supply of Vit D3+K2 at drinkag1.com/livewell SHOP WITH US ON AMAZON Find our favorites here!

I am so excited to bring you this episode with a long time online friend, Lisa Jo Baker, author of the newly released book "It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping." In this powerful conversation, Lisa Jo shares her journey of healing from a childhood marked by anger and loss, and how God is rewriting the narrative of her family's story. Growing up with an angry father and experiencing the loss of her mother at the age of 18, Lisa Jo struggled with her own temper and the legacy of pain passed down through generations. However, through difficult conversations with her father and a profound encounter with Jesus, she discovered the transformative power of God's grace. In "It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping," Lisa Jo courageously shares her family's story of redemption and healing. From unraveling the roots of her anger to embracing forgiveness and grace, she offers hope and encouragement to anyone who feels trapped by their past. Through vulnerability and authenticity, Lisa Jo reminds us that it's never too late for a fresh start. With God's guidance, we can rewrite the script of our lives and experience true freedom and wholeness. We also talk about several of her other books, including, The Middle Matters, which is still one of my all time favorite books and her book and Bible study on friendship. I truly loved our conversation and pray that it helps you in your journey today! Bio: Lisa-Jo Baker is the bestselling author of Never Unfriended, Surprised by Motherhood, and The Middle Matters. With a BA in English/prelaw from Gordon College and a JD from the University of Notre Dame Law School, Baker has lived and worked on three continents in the human rights field. Her writings have resonated with thousands and have been featured on HuffPost, BibleGateway, Fox News, Today online, Christianity Today, and more. A sought-after national speaker, she is the cohost of the Out of the Ordinary podcast. Originally from South Africa, Baker now lives with her family just outside Washington, D.C. Anchor Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:16 Connect with Lisa-Jo: Website: https://lisajobaker.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/lisajobaker/ Book: https://lisajobaker.com/it-wasnt-roaring-it-was-weeping/ ***We love hearing from our listeners! Sharing your thoughts through reviews is a fantastic way to be a part of our podcast family and contribute to the conversation. If you've enjoyed our podcast, leaving a review is quick and easy! Just head to Apple podcasts or wherever you are tuning in and share your thoughts. Your feedback makes a big difference!***

In this episode, Caleb talks with Lisa-Jo about her book, It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping, and more.Links MentionedLisa-Jo BakerIt Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping: Interpreting the Language of Our Fathers Without Repeating Their Stories by Lisa-Jo BakerCaleb's Substack

How do you navigate anger in your family? What do you do when a parent who was supposed to love you and keep you safe actually caused you harm? Families evoke such complicated emotions. You might feel angry and then guilty about that anger. You might feel a mixture of love and resentment. Today, we tackle family anger and generational trauma. My guest, Lisa-Jo Baker was a teenager when her mother died, leaving her alone with her father and his fierce temper. When she found herself exhibiting that same temper with her own son, she knew it was time to dig deeper. Her new memoir, It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping, is a beautifully written, incredibly powerful story of the legacy of anger, violence, and generational trauma—and how one family healed. You do not want to miss this conversation. Here's what we cover: 1. When a parent is both hero & villain (9:13) 2. The moment Lisa-Jo realized her father's anger had become hers (15:43) 3. How she began to investigate her past (19:05) 4. A powerful metaphor for the scars of our families (31:31) 5. The risk of discussing your pain with your parents (35:07) 6. Self-righteous anger vs. wise anger (36:30) 7. What Lisa-Jo confronted about racism as a South African and an American (39:14) 8. Biblical wisdom for healing (51:41) Order It Wasn't Roaring It Was Weeping here Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to www.organifi.com/bestofyou today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Go to AquaTru.com and enter code BESTOFYOU at checkout to get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Go to thrivemarket.com/bestofyou for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self. Whether you're exploring distant lands or enjoying a staycation at home, Cozy Earth has your back. Visit cozyearth.com and unlock an exclusive 35% off with code BESTOFYOU. Related Episodes: Episode 97: I Shouldn't Feel This Anxious—Insights on Trauma & Healing with Monique Koven Episode 98: I Shouldn't Feel Alone in My Grief—Why Your Grief Matters & the #1 Most Important Support For Those Who Are Grieving Episode 99: I Shouldn't Feel Like My Spirit is Broken—Exploring a Broken Spirit & the Dark Night of the Soul with Christopher Cook Episode 100: I Shouldn't Feel Betrayed By Someone I Trust—How to Grieve, Breathe, & Receive in the Wake of Broken Trust with Steve Carter Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Characters in the Bible are revered for their faithfulness, and yet, many of them had serious flaws too. The key for your parenting is in learning from their examples. John and Danny discuss their favorite Bible characters. Also, Jim Daly will chat with Lisa-Jo Baker on things we can learn from Jesus' disciple named Thomas.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Leading Your Child to Christ   Teaching Your Kids to Read the Bible    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Characters in the Bible are revered for their faithfulness, and yet, many of them had serious flaws too. The key for your parenting is in learning from their examples. John and Danny discuss their favorite Bible characters. Also, Jim Daly will chat with Lisa-Jo Baker on things we can learn from Jesus' disciple named Thomas.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Leading Your Child to Christ   Teaching Your Kids to Read the Bible    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Showing hospitality can be one of the best ways to give back to kids in your community. Lisa-Jo Baker shares with Jim and Jean Daly about how she invited company over when her kids got older. Plus, John and Danny address why it's good to open up your home to others. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Show Your Kids How to Be Hospitable to Your Neighbors   Parenting Resources    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Showing hospitality can be one of the best ways to give back to kids in your community. Lisa-Jo Baker shares with Jim and Jean Daly about how she invited company over when her kids got older. Plus, John and Danny address why it's good to open up your home to others. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Show Your Kids How to Be Hospitable to Your Neighbors   Parenting Resources    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

Friendships are one of the richest parts of life. But how do you maintain them amidst the demands of parenting? Lisa-Jo Baker speaks with Jim and Jean Daly about some of her best friends, plus John and Danny share a few practical ideas for dads on how to keep friendships strong.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Parenting Resource Page   Abounding Midlife Living   Developing Friendships that Last    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Friendships are one of the richest parts of life. But how do you maintain them amidst the demands of parenting? Lisa-Jo Baker speaks with Jim and Jean Daly about some of her best friends, plus John and Danny share a few practical ideas for dads on how to keep friendships strong.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Parenting Resource Page   Abounding Midlife Living   Developing Friendships that Last    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1197/29

As your kids are growing up, it's good to introduce them to real-life heroes. Jim Daly talks with Lisa-Jo Baker about who some of her heroes are, and John and Danny discuss some places you can take your kids to meet admirable people.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Parenting Resource Page   The Super Power of Real Heroes   Fearlessly Facing the Final Unknown   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Movies can be fun, but raising kids in real life isn't the same as the films portray. John and Danny share how to stop comparing your parenting with movies, and Jim Daly speaks with Lisa-Jo Baker about how she's wrestled with comparison as a parent.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!   Parenting Resource Page   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Getting Positive About Midlife Changes   7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you encourage your child when he or she is struggling to learn something in school or in life? John and Danny offer some practical ideas for encouraging your child to learn, and Jim Daly talks with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she helped her son Micah while he was struggling in school.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!Perfectly Imperfect: Being the Mom God Created You to BeUnderstanding Learning StylesListen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's not easy to process when your child disappoints you. John asks Danny about a time he faced this as a father, and they'll give some dos and don'ts for how to respond in that scenario. Plus, Jim Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she worked through disappointment with her son.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount!Get More Episode ResourcesListen AnytimeIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's embarrassing when your kids see you and your spouse argue with each other. If that happens, how do you move on? John and Danny discuss how to reassure your kids that things will be okay, and Jim and Jean Daly talked with Lisa-Jo Baker about a time she got into a heated argument with her husband.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-03-23?refcd=1631704Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-your-kids-see-you-argue-with-your-spouse/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: ttps://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-adult-children-digital-download/?refcd=1613802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When you are busy with the demands of raising children, it's easy to not prioritize your marriage. John and Danny share how having kids impacted each of their marriages, and Jim Daly talks with his wife Jean and Lisa-Jo Baker about keeping a marriage strong when life gets busy.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-03-23?refcd=1631704Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/expectations-for-marriage-while-parenting/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: ttps://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-adult-children-digital-download/?refcd=1613802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Today Lisa-Jo talks about the complexity of writing memoir when the story centers around the people who we love. We find it remarkable, how our parents resurface in us, the lives we live, and the ways we are. Finally, we work through six of Lisa-Jo's favorite memoirs and what these writers have done so well in the writing of their beginnings. The five: Sean Dietrich's Will the Circle Be UnbrokenMichelle Zauner's Crying in H-MartAnn Voskamp's WaymakerTony Woodleaf's Somewhere More HolyJessica Willis Fisher's Unspeakable Tara Westover's Educated

In this broadcast, Lisa-Jo Baker depicts how to be comfortable in the “middle years” of your life. She describes coming to terms with her own sense of beauty and accepting her body after birthing 3 kids. She also embraces the everyday “ordinary” in her marriage to her husband Pete, which doesn't sound as glamorous as a Hollywood romance, but is much more real. Jean Daly joins the conversation. Part 1 of 2. Book by guest: The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra)Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You.

In this broadcast, Lisa-Jo Baker depicts how to be comfortable in the “middle years” of your life. She describes coming to terms with her own sense of beauty and accepting her body after birthing 3 kids. Jean Daly joins the conversation. (Part 2 of 2) Receive Lisa-Jo's book "The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra)Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You" your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-03-29?refcd=1336105 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/thriving-as-a-wife-and-mom-in-the-middle-years-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

In this broadcast, Lisa-Jo Baker depicts how to be comfortable in the “middle years” of your life. She describes coming to terms with her own sense of beauty and accepting her body after birthing 3 kids. Jean Daly joins the conversation. (Part 1 of 2) Receive Lisa-Jo's book "The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra)Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You" your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2022-03-29?refcd=1336105 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/thriving-as-a-wife-and-mom-in-the-middle-years-part-1-of-2/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Tune in this week as Karen gets to chat with Christie Purifoy, author of Garden Maker, avid gardener and co-host of the Out of the Ordinary podcast with Lisa Jo Baker. As Christie shares her love of finding beauty in the ordinary things, Karen and Christie chat about a sense of sacredness and well-being found in the world around us. Along with their love of all things “wintering”, Karen and Christie share their own experiences with loss and what they have learned about soul-connections. Using the garden as metaphor and also as a place of renewal, Karen and Christie talk about all things life-giving. In this episode, you will learn: About the connection-pillars: Navigating Chaos Comfortably and Listening Deeply How “death” leads to renewal How chasing slow is weight-lifting for the soul How honoring the garden can heal our souls How keeping the vigil leads to spiritual growth and transports us to a sacred space To find more about Christie, visit christiepurifoy.com, her Instagram (@christiepurifoy) or listen to her podcast, Out of the Ordinary.

Out of the Ordinary Winter Reflections: Where's Jesus on the days when it seems He has fallen asleep in the storm?  Jesus was asleep on the boat because he wasn't afraid of the waves. Let's lean into our dear friendships when it gets hard instead of leaning out. Especially now.  Especially after this year.  Can you be "prayer in action" in this season for someone?  Jesus didn't just talk about rescuing, He did it.  Look for the face of God this week.  He's there in the ordinary moments and in the faces around you. Lisa-Jo is reading from "My Faith Leaks" from The Middle Matters by Lisa-Jo Baker.  Christie's is reading from "Writing a Sermon, December 23" by Mary F. C. Pratt found in Light Upon Light, compiled by Sarah Arthur.  Podcast links: Click here to join the conversations we have with listeners every week around the podcast. https://www.blackbarnonline.com/ _______ Sponsor appreciation: We're so grateful to partner with show sponsors that keep making our work possible. Click here to join over 1 million people taking charge of their mental health through the online counseling offered by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month. http://www.betterhelp.com/ordinary Click here to visit Green Chef and use code ordinary10 to get 10 Free Meals including free shipping! The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well! https://greenchef.com/ordinary10 Click here and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. https://www.zocdoc.com/ordinary _______ Click here to sign up for your own digital Paper&String care package curated by Christie, Lisa-Jo and friends. http://outoftheordinarypodcast.com/ps

Welcome to a new episode of The Couch. Today I'm here with best-selling author, nationally respected speaker, and podcast host, Kathi Lipp. Kathi is warm and funny and, between you and me, someone I've admired for years. So to get to know her this spring and welcome her to the podcast has been a dream. We really could have kept talking for hours. But for your sake, we didn't—and I think you're going to love this conversation! We talk about our favorite heartwarming TV shows because LORD KNOWS we need some comfort food in the way of Netflix binges these days, right?! And because this is The Couch, where rabbit trails and side notes are always welcome, we also get into your new favorite frozen treat and a TV show I expected to hate but ended up binging. I'm glad you're here, friends. Get comfy and enjoy this episode! GIVEAWAY: Kathi is giving away a copy of her best-selling book, Clutter Free: Quick & Easy Steps to Simplifying Your Space, to one listener. Comment on the Instagram post sharing this episode to be entered for a chance to win! MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Parks and Recreation One Day at a Time (only the first three seasons are on Netflix) West Wing Madam Secretary Jane the Virgin Gilmore Girls Miranda Kim's Convenience Mom Superstore Mum Sweet Magnolias Perfect Harmony (it's only streaming on Prime) Gortimer Gibbon's Life on Normal Street Holly Hobbie The Healing Powers of Dude  ALSO MENTIONED: The Couch episode #4 with Kristen Strong about cozy shows The Couch episode #26 with Lisa-Jo Baker about Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip The Couch episode #47 with James Walters about musical scenes Rutherford Falls Girls 5Eva How I Met Your Mother (and How I Met Your Father) Ted Lasso Playing House NOT-SO-GUILTY PLEASURES: Yasso Bars (especially the mint chocolate chip kind) Saved by the Bell, the reboot on Peacock  DON'T FORGET: Join The Couch on Facebook! It's so much fun! Find Kathi in her Clutter-Free Academy Facebook group, or at kathilipp.com. You can find me on Instagram at @marycarver or at marycarver.com.  Welcome to The Couch! This post may include affiliate links. This means that if you click and purchase, I might receive a small commission at no extra charge to you.

At their best, Enneagram Twos truly radiate the unconditional, altruistic love of God. They just sort of signal love out into the world in a way that no other type can. But they also have a hard time being able to stop meeting the needs of others which can empty their tanks and lead to resentment.   This episode resonated so well with a lot of our Two listeners. So, take another listen as Lisa-Jo shares what has changed for her at mid-life, what led her to embrace the superpowers and the kryptonite of an Enneagram Two, and how she knows when it’s time for her to refuel.   Cheers to a New Year!

Joined by Crossroads member and author Lisa-Jo Baker, Pastor Tim works through the concept of Advent: What is it? Why does it matter? How can it help me and my family on our journey with Jesus? Here are some ideas of how to help your family grow nearer to Christ through this season.

Inside today's Podcast I have with me Anna Grist. She is a Wife, Mother, and freelance graphic designer. She enjoys spending her “extra” time hiking, writing, reading, painting, and photography! I have almost all of that on my list of enjoyments as well! Anna lives in a tiny hamlet in southern Alberta, right smack next to the Rockies, about an hour west of Calgary. Most of her life she's expressed herself through visual art, but has renewed her love of the written word and is learning how to take captive the scattered thoughts that she lets slip too many times and put them down on a page instead. She writes regularly for her blog at serendipimoosetracks.com and also writes and does the layout and design for Paper&String, a monthly online care package from Lisa-Jo Baker, Christie Purifoy, and Elrena Evans, a la the Maplehurst Black Barn. She also designs the layout for the High Country News, a local newspaper. She and her husband have two children, and twin cats Quill & Ink. In her spare time she enjoys hiking in nearby Kananaskis Country, Canmore, and Banff, with bear spray handy, and reads like a fish as much as she can. Other Resources: You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu Truth and Tools Workbook and support group. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu/support

This episode was made possible by Foundation For Women Warriors. Foundation for Women Warriors (FFWW) is a unique support organization created exclusively for the women veteran community. They provide essential programs to enhance the economic and personal wellbeing ofwomen veterans and their families. Originally established in 1920 to serve widows, war nurses, and mothers of fallen service members, Foundation for Women Warriors is celebrating their 100 year anniversary. FFWW honors the service of women veterans by empowering their future through financial assistance, childcare assistance and professional development.  If you want to learn more about Foundation for Women Warriors and how to get involved head to their website foundationforwomenwarriors.org In this episode we covered all of Naomi’s career. She served in the Army and joined via ROTC which she learned about while she was in college. It allowed her to graduate debt free and she headed into active duty in 1994. She moved around the country and the world. Serving overseas in Japan and Kuwait. She was given the opportunity to get her masters and then work at West Point, which later led to her getting her PhD with a three year follow on to teach at West Point. She was married to another service member for a brief period and they found dual military challenging as they were not able to be stationed together. They had a daughter and because he was not with them, she was essentially as single parent. When she deployed her ex-husband was already deployed and her best friend took in her daughter and her daughter remembers spending a year with her cousins and had the support she needed. She is grateful her daughter was so young and didn’t notice that her mom was gone. Lastly, we covered her transition out the of the military. She was remarried and her husband needed to be in a big city for his remote job. Her daughter was in high school and didn’t want to transfer schools again. So, they wanted to stay in the DC area. With two years of planning and focusing on discovering herself and finding the right job, not just a job she was able to make a successful transition out of the military. She has so much advice for those looking to join the military or for those planning to leave the military behind. Bio: Naomi Mercer (she/her, they/them) is Senior Vice President, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for the American Bankers Association. She recently transitioned from military career where she served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of English and Philosophy at the United States Military Academy and in the Pentagon running the Army’s gender integration and religious accommodation programs. She is the recipient of the Bronze Star Medal for her service in a combat theater of war and the Legion of Merit for her 25 years of service to the nation. Her educational background includes a doctorate in Literary Studies with a minor in Gender and Women’s Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Executive Certificate in Strategic Diversity and Inclusion from Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership. She is the author of the academic monograph, Toward Utopia (2015).Connect with Naomi:www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-r-mercerMentioned in this Episode:Solider for Life ProgramUSO ProgramsReserve Officer Training Corps Program (need to create a blog post offering information about ROTC)Related Episodes:Challenges Face By Single Moms in the Army – Episode 46Being a Single Mother in the Army – Episode 35From the Halls of West Point to Iraq – Episode 38Thank you Pateron members for your support. Want early access to episodes, ad-free content, and one on one mentorship advice. Become a Patreon member today! Click here.Affiliate SupportAre you trying to decide what you are going to do as a parent for the upcoming school year? I'm diving into homeschooling, but I'm getting support. Check out the Clever Kid Curriculum here.Are you starting a business or needing help in the next step of your business check out the Ministry to Business Guide here.Do you feel like a bad mom because you are losing your temper? Listen to Lisa Jo Baker talk about three reasons why having a bad day doesn’t make you a bad mom and then find tools on how to prevent those bad days from happening. Check out the Temper Tool Kit here.Are you a writer? But are looking for help on how to become a better writer? Check out Write Like A Pro! A step-by-step course created just for aspiring authors, bloggers, creative copywriters and influencers like YOU! Get started here.We recently started investing in the stock market, get two free stocks when you create your Webull Account today! Click here.

In Part 1 of 2, we sit down with Theresa Merrill, long-time friend of Hope and the person responsible for our introduction to the Enneagram!! Theresa identifies as an Enneagram Type 2, and we explore the facets of this type that Beth McCord names "The Supportive Advisor". Check back next week for this episode's major quote and ways to better love our Type 2s. Part One Tips for Type 2s: Type 2s often report not knowing what they need for themselves. One place to start exploring this is with self care. Self care for a 2 very often might look like just saying no. Consider trying this out with cold calls from marketers. Don't explain why you say no, just say no. Topics related to this episode:Becoming UsLisa Jo Baker on Typology podcastContact Us!!Counseling with HopeEmail: feedback@nhnlc.comInstagramTwitter

Lisa-Jo Baker is lighthearted, brilliant, and she CRUSHES it in our shenanigans at the top of the show. But she also crushes it when it comes to bringing us real, sound, soul-truth we are all so darn thirsty to hear. She's a lawyer turned mother, author, and speaker…three things she never thought she would be. And here she is, reminding us of the important spiritual truths about life in the middle. She's in the middle of raising her kids, in the middle of her life (she will gladly tell you her age is 44), and as far as her middle section? She is embracing every beautiful part of it. You're going to want to share this one.“I want to give Lisa-Jo's book a standing ovation because it's exactly what's needed for this particular time, when our ‘ordinary' lives seem so unextraordinary compared to what we see or hear on our phones. I'm beginning to embrace my middle, physically and metaphorically, and I'm finding the most extraordinary thing: The freedom and the joy I thought was missing in my life? It was there all along.”—Aarti Sequeira, chef, TV personality, journalist and authorFollow Lisa-Jo on instagram at Lisa-Jo Baker and head over to her one-stop shop and check her out: http://lisajobaker.com/

We often spend more time thinking about the beginning or ending of seasons of life. But author Lisa-Jo Baker says there's much to be learned from the middle seasons. She share from her book, "[amazon text=The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra)Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You&asin=0525652841]."

Mom and author Lisa-Jo Baker has served as a community manager at www.incourage.me for seven years talking with women about what makes Godly friendships work. She shares what she's learned about finding and fostering friendships that are more like sweatpants than skinny jeans and how to avoid potential friendship roadblocks. “We often have pockets of friends who we discuss pieces of our life with, but no one has the whole picture. I think we need whole-picture friends. It takes intentionality to deliberately share those parts of your life.” In This Episode You'll Hear... How to avoid friendship roadblocks like: “I'm fine.” Be willing to say how you are actually doing. Be comfortable with being “unfine" “I'm so busy” If your friends feel like you are busy, they may not feel comfortable bothering you with what's really happening with them. Tips for intentionally investing in your existing friendships and forming new ones Eliminate the Overwhelm of Meal Planning Get your free 30 day trial at PlanToEat.com. Quick Links Never Unfriended by Lisa-Jo Baker Love the song in the outro? It's called God Day. It's by Jen Stanbro and you can get it on iTunes by clicking here and check out Jen's site by clicking here. Connect with Lisa-Jo Blog:http://lisajobaker.com Social media:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Click the play button in the post or grab your favorite podcast app and join us for a chat!

Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.

Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him. /

Lisa-Jo Baker is one of the most encouraging people that you'll ever meet, and today we're talking with her about raising her children with a bigger world view. She's got an exciting project happening (that can help us all have a bigger world view) and she'll share why "scared is the new brave" is her motto for 2014. Grab your headphones, join us for a chat and keep reading to learn more! Lisa-Jo Baker is a wife, mom of three little ones, author of Surprised by Motherhood: Everything I Never Expected About Being a Mom and a blogger who sincerely believes motherhood should come with a superhero cape. Get Inspired Tip #1: Invite your children into the harder stories - and the solutions Tweet to Inspire: "Invite your children into the harder stories." - @LisaJoBaker on @Inspired2Action --> http://wp.me/pnAs1-41X We can talk as much as we want to our kids about poverty and need, but until they're standing there among it, it's not the same. Moms are world changers right where we are - and we can do it while we change loads of laundry. Tweet to Inspire: "As moms, we can impact the world" @Inspired2Action --> http://wp.me/pnAs1-41X Tip #2: Give your children the opportunity to be the hands & feet of Jesus Tweet to Inspire: "Fight for children who don't have anyone else to fight for them" - @LisaJoBaker on @Inspired2Action --> http://wp.me/pnAs1-41X Partner with someone who can open the door to your family to be part of a story where you can make a difference. Look for ways to help in your neighborhood that include your children. Invite your children to activities that benefit organizations around the world, like Sole Hope or Operation Christmas Child. Include your children in random acts of kindness to help intentionally think of others. Don't miss God's nudges to invite you to be part of a story because you're busy with the day-to-day. If you're waiting to feel brave, you're never going to do anything - don't wait! Tweet to Inspire: "We bring our small offering & God multiplies it more than we ever imagined." - @LisaJoBaker on @Inspired2Action --> http://wp.me/pnAs1-41X Take Action How will you take action on what you learned in today's episode? Click here to share. Quick Links When You Wonder If You're Qualified For Ministry --> Lisa-Jo Baker Click here to get all the details on Lisa Jo's exciting new project. Want to share Lisa-Jo's project? Use this click to tweet to spread the word: "There is NOTHING ORDINARY about being a mother, especially to hundreds of kids who don't have one." --> click to tweet Watch the video below for a quick intro to what it's all about. Community Center In South Africa from Help One Now on Vimeo. Take Action Now Love the song in the outro? It's called God Day. It's by Jen Stanbro and you can get it on iTunes by clicking here and check out Jen's site by clicking here. Connect with Lisa-Jo Baker Lisa-Jo Baker Blog: Lisa-Jo Baker Social media: Twitter Facebook Pinterest Instagram How to Listen to This Podcast If you're new to podcasts, think of them like little radio shows that you can listen to at your convenience. They are perfect to listen to and learn from as you workout, fold laundry, wash dishes or conquer the world. 1. Listen right here on the blog. Click through to the site and click the little play button at the beginning of this post.2. Listen on your smartphone, iPad or iPod Touch - There are a lot of great podcasting apps. Apple has a free one in the app store, but I like one called Downcast. It allows me to search for shows, subscribe to them and even speed up the audio. You can also listen via a free app (IOS and Android) called Stitcher. 3. Subscribe to the Podcast - just click here to access the podcast in iTunes. You can also search for it on your smartphone app (like the ones listed above) and subscribe.

One of my primary goals for this site is to help you build a blog that makes a difference. Today's guest has done just that. Lisa-Jo Baker is a wife, mom, author and blogger. She has rallied her readers and accomplished some amazing things. She worked hard and didn't let fear get in her way. In this episode of the podacst Lisa-Jo will share some of the key lessons she's learned along the way.  

Lisa-Jo Baker is a blogger, author, full time work-at-home mom and one of the most eloquent people I know. She also wears a superhero cape and I'm pretty sure she has pom-poms in her purse. She is a hardcore encourager. If you want to be inspired in your motherhood journey, you don't want to miss this episode. You can listen via the player in this post (rss and email readers, click here) or you can subscribe to the podcast via iTunes by clicking here. Episode Links Here are a few of the links we mentioned in this episode. Lisa-Jo's Blog Lisa-Jo's Recommended Books Page Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know Sacred Parenting: How Raising Children Shapes Our Souls Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys How to Listen to This Podcast If you're new to podcasts, think of them like little radio shows that you can listen to at your convenience. They are perfect to listen to and learn from as you workout, fold laundry, wash dishes or conquer the world. Ways to listen to a podcast:1. Right here on the blog. Click through to the site and click the little play button at the beginning of this post.2. Smartphone, iPad or iPod Touch - There are a lot of great podcasting app. Apple has a free one in the app store, but I like one called Downcast. It allows me to search for shows, subscribe to them and even speed up the audio.3. To subscribe to the Podcast - just click here to access the podcast in iTunes. You can also search for it on your smartphone and subscribe.