Podcast appearances and mentions of manda carpenter

You know those friends who you can always count on to do the right thing? To speak up for what matters most? To be there with tough love but an encouraging heart and champion you through the best AND worst of this beautiful, hard, wild gift of a life? Manda Carpenter is the gal we all want in our corner and the gal we all need in the world today. As an outspoken yet grace-filled advocate online AND off, she's been championing underdogs and giving a voice to the voiceless for years as everything from an author and podcaster to foster mom. We're getting real and raw on THRIVE today in a candid conversation on internet trolls, soul care, and chocolate chip cookies. She gives especially great advice on getting thick skinned while staying soft hearted, responding courageously but graciously to would-be haters, and choosing curiosity over conclusions when navigating other opinions online and off.   CONNECT WITH MANDA CARPENTER BOOK - SOUL CARE TO SAVE YOUR LIFE PODCAST - A LONGER TABLE WEBSITE INSTAGRAM   MANDA'S COOKIE RECIPE INGREDIENTS: 1 CUP BUTTER, SOFTENED 1 1/2 CUPS BROWN SUGAR 1 PACKET FRENCH VANILLA PUDDING  2 EGGS 1 TSP. VANILLA 2 1/4 CUPS FLOUR 1 TSP. BAKING SODA 1/2 TSP. SALT  2 CUPS CHOCOLATE CHIPS DIRECTIONS: 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 2.MIX BUTTER, BROWN SUGAR, PUDDING MIX, EGGS, + VANILLA UNTIL LIGHT AND FLUFFY :) 3. ADD IN FLOUR, BAKING SODA, + SALT 4. STIR IN CHOCOLATE CHIPS 5. PLACE ON PARCHMENT PAPER 6. BAKE FOR 8 MINUTES *NOTE: THEY WILL SEEM SUPER DOUGHY, BUT THEY FIRM UP AS THEY COOL (SOMETIMES PUT THEM IN THE FRIDGE)*   MORE EPISODES YOU'LL LOVELOVELOVE THRIVING WITHOUT A STOMACH OR BOOBS (LITERALLY) - WITH KATHRYN CARR 29 LESSONS IN 29 YEARS LET'S TAKE A BREAK FROM ALCOHOL... - WITH KAROLINA RZADKOWOLSKA  MAKING (+ KEEPING) GIRLFRIENDS AS A GROWN-UP... - WITH TEAM THRIVE REJECTION AS REDIRECTION: WHAT TO DO (+ HOW TO THINK) WHEN YOU HEAR "NO" - WITH LUCY BEDEWI   SHOP THE THRIVING COLLECTION HERE   FOLLOW ALONG THRIVE Podcast Instagram Instagram Facebook Coming Up Roses

It happens to all of us one way or another... When a global pandemic upends our security. When a partner leaves. When we get a terrible diagnosis, or face the death of a loved one. When long-held beliefs about God or faith slipped through our hands.  Whether the details are global or personal, we have all experienced our world falling apart. Manda brings her friend, pastor, and newly published author - Jason Adam Miller - to the table to chat about... How to deal when the world is breaking Where we can find hope in the midst of pain and suffering Becoming people who help put the world back together Grab your copy of Jason's new book When The World Breaks. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter.

Jennifer Ji-Hye Ko is an autistic and disabled author, poet, and educator. She shares about how her autism and disabilities affect her daily life, and how the world - specifically the church - can improve to become more accessible. Tune in to widen your perspective and lean into empathy! Learn more from Jennifer by following her on instagram here. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter.

Blaine Hogan is a film director and actor who believes you can redeem your story and redefine your creativity. In this episode, he gets real with Manda about his past addiction and how his whole life changed when he started living honestly and seeking healing. They also chat about: -His fascinating career as a film director and the celebrities he's worked with recently -His new book "exit the cave" which isn't the book he meant to write-His life raising 3 daughters and the 5 affirmations they say every day Buy Blaine's newest book here and follow him on instagram hereA Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter.

Jennifer Dukes Lee is a journalist turned author who lives on a farm in Iowa and is an expert at asking questions. She's at the table today to share how asking good questions changed her life and give us some insight about how intentional (and fun!) question-asking can help us become more self-aware and improve our relationships. Buy Jennifer's new guided journal, "Stuff I'd Only Tell God" here Follow Jennifer on Instagram A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter.

Angela Tucker is a Black woman adopted from foster care to a white family. In this episode, she gets honest with Manda about all things foster care and adoption and ultimately helps us answer an important question: Should we feel guilty for not adopting? Angela is the founder of The Adopted Life, a consulting company where she offers workshops and mentorship with a mission to help center adoptee stories and bring clarity and truth narratives about race, class, and identity. She is the host of The Adoptee Next Door podcast and has advised the writers of Broadway's Jagged Little Pill and NBC's show, This Is Us. Angela lives in Seattle, Washington with her husband, Emmy-award winning filmmaker Bryan Tucker. Buy her book Follow her on instagram: @angieadoptee Schedule a consultation with her A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter and sponsored by: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Adopted from Korea by a white American family, Brandi Ebersole grew up in a community that didn't look like her. In this conversation, she reflects on her childhood as a transracial adoptee and shares about the journey she's had with her own children who have joined her family through foster care, adoption, and biologically. Give this episode a listen to hear Manda ask her about: her thoughts on the effects of transracial adoption how being an adoptee has influenced the way she's raising her own kids the challenges of transracial adoption Hear more from Brandi as she advocates for the adoptee community on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/brandi_ebersole/ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter and sponsored by: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

At 32 years old, Christine Boye got diagnosed with breast cancer and a few days later found out she was pregnant. In this episode, she shares about the realities and hardships of living with cancer while also growing a baby (and caring for her 2 other young children!) Tune in to hear Manda ask her specifically about: the moment she received her diagnosis the impact pregnancy had on her cancer treatment the lessons she's learned along the way and more! Christine shares about her life and journey on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/iamchristineboye/ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter and sponsored by: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

What if I told you that you could regain 15 days of time each year by putting away your phone for just 1 hour each day? Founders of Aro, Heath and Joey, sit at our table to share about an amazing product they've designed specifically for families looking to reduce screen time and increase quality time together. This conversation reveals the backstory to how Aro came into existence, answers the most frequently asked questions about it, and serves as a crucial wake up call to everyone. Give it a listen, and then take action by getting Aro; code MANDA for your first month free! Thank you to our sponsor ABLE! Shop with code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book Soul Care to Save Your Life

Jenai is a writer, artist, Filipina woman who holds stories and makes space for others. She addresses the cultures of marginalization and how we can better set the table for people on the margins. I asked her to join our table to discuss how we set the table for others, but our conversation really dove deep into why we separate ourselves from, or even tear down, people who are different from us. Tune in to hear Jenai share... About her upbringing and how she's navigating her identity as a Filipina woman What "othering" means and looks like; including an example of how we may "other" someone unintentionally How we can all be better stewards of our privilege and influence She has a book on the intersection of faith and othering that comes out next year! A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter and sponsored by: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

In our image-conscious culture, life can become a never-ending performance. The perfection we feel pressured to project to those in our social sphere comes at the expense of our emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. In the end, we are left exhausted and unfulfilled. How do we flip the script and feed ourselves rather than simply adding to our feeds?In Manda Carpenter's latest book, Soul Care to Save Your Life, she offers an invitation to shift your focus from performing to purposeful living from the inside outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 19 years old, Marlon Peterson participated in a robbery that resulted in two murders. During his 10 years in prison, he decade incarcerated and co-created How Our Lives Link Altogether, a youth development organization that has provided programming, college trips, and mentorship for NYC public school students and justice-involved youth. Marlon has written, created programming, lectured, organized, and advocated alongside the formerly incarcerated, victims of gun violence, womxn, immigrants, and young people. He's the author of Bird Uncaged, host of the DEcarcerated Podcast, and owner of The Precedential Group Social Enterprises and its nonprofit arm, Be Precedential, Inc. His TED talk, “Am I not human? A call for criminal justice reform”, has amassed over 1.2 million views. Marlon joins us at the table to tell a little bit of his story, proving once again that there isn't a single person you would not love if you knew their story. Tune in to hear: What led to the day Marlon participated in a crime that resulted in the death of two innocent people How being sexually assaulted at 14 years old changed the trajectory of his life Why Marlon's life work now revolves around the pursuit of a shift from punishment to healing, an end to prisons, and a new vision of justice A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter and sponsored by: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Hanna joins us at the table to discuss about confident and pain-free sex - especially if we've grown up in purity culture and feel shame about our body. Tune in to hear: Common reasons sex can be painful What we should do if sex is consistently painful  How to communicate with a partner about painful sex ...and more! A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife These supportive sponsors are helping us Build Longer Tables: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️ who joins us again (listen to her first episode with us no. 115) to continue the conversation of how we can have a healthy relationship with our children... specifically how we can pivot our parenting style if we realize that our current parenting tactics aren't working or are potentially causing harm. Tune in to hear: How we course correct if we've been "getting it wrong" and now want to do better How we uphold our boundaries when others (grandparents, friends, etc.) judge/disregard our parenting style And more! A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife These supportive sponsors are helping us Build Longer Tables: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Hop on the pod today and spend time with Manda Carpenter! Manda is the host of A Longer Table Podcast and spills the tea on everything in her latest book, Soul Care to Save Your Life. She and her husband, have fostered over 16 kids, have one biological son and a baby on the way. This interview is sure to challenge you, inspire and grow you! We love connecting you with resources, so we pulled some of our faves based on this podcast episode. We hope they encourage, inspire and challenge you.  Enjoy! Let's be friends! Check out Collide's website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Collide Resources Our Yes, You Bible study on self-worth encourages women to see beyond their inadequacies so they can be purposed to their fullest potential.  The Women of Impact Online Course provides teaching and inspiration from women making a huge impact in the world as they tap into God's purpose for their lives in the sectors and spaces they've been called to. Get inspired and equipped to make an impact with YOUR life. We all have big dreams and big goals, but we often get held back by our own self-doubt. But God wants to use you just as you are. Dig into our amazing resource, 5 Exercises to Help you do Amazing Things to help you confront the fear that holds you back, and to say “yes” to God doing amazing things in your life.   

Arielle ​Estoria is a Poet, Author and Actor. With a specific heart in empowering, encouraging and making space for audiences of women to feel at home in their own bodies, Arielle has shared her work through custom spoken word pieces, workshops and themed keynote talks with companies such as Google, Lululemon, Tedx, the SKIMS campaign by Kim Kardashian and more. Her newest book, "The Unfolding" released this spring. In this encouraging episode, she opens up to Manda about: How she learned to come home to herself What we can do to practice self-acceptance Why "unfolding" is crucial to becoming who we are and more about her personal life as an actress, meeting her husband, and her spiritual shiftings! You can keep up with Arielle on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arielleestoria/ and grab a copy of "The Unfolding" here: https://arielleestoria.com/the-unfolding A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife These supportive sponsors are helping us Build Longer Tables: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Stephanie Duncan Smith is an executive editor at Baker Books, where she takes great joy in coaching and championing authors to bring the best out of their message. She's worked in publishing for over 13 years, developing bestselling and award-winning writers, and personally pens SLANT LETTER, an email newsletter for writers looking to deepen their craft and tend to the soul of their work. If you're an aspiring author or someone who loves to write, make sure you give this episode a listen to hear Stephanie's answers to: What is the one thing I should do to become a better writer? It seems like everyone's an author these days...is there still room for me to be successful? What are the common mistakes amateur writers make? and lots more! Learn more about Stephanie, subscribe to her newsletter, and get writing tips here: http://www.slantletter.com/ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife These amazing sponsors are helping us Build Longer Tables: Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/ ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174

Jen Tipton is a mom of 3 who found a passion for special needs inclusion after her son was diagnosed with a chromosomal abnormality and non-speaking autism. In this episode, she shares candidly about what it's like to parent neuro-divergent children, what she wishes parents of neuro-typical children knew, and how we can all improve inclusivity for humans with special needs. This quick episode is a must-listen whether you're a parent or not because Jen offers such valuable insight about how to build longer tables for people who interact with the world differently than we do. Some resources Jen recommends: For a look into the lives of non-speaking autistic boys, you can follow @peace_love_autism, @lovehopeandautism, @theautismcafe, and @findingcoopersvoice on Instagram. "SPELLERS" is an award-winning documentary that challenges everything we thought we knew about those with non-speaking autism. Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOk6pBnY7hQ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife These amazing sponsors are helping us Build Longer Tables: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174 Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/

Gabrielle Blair is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning parenting blogger, and a thought leader who has written and moderated hundreds of discussions on difficult topics. Over 6000 blog posts and two books later, Gabrielle is considered a top expert in creating accessible conversations, parenting engaged and independent kids, and creating a home where both parents and kids can thrive. She currently lives in France with her husband and 6 kids. In this episode, she's tackling one of the toughest topics--abortion--and is offering a ground-breaking reframing of the issue. Tune in to hear her talk about: The basics of fertility (and how it isn't something that only pertains to women!) How the birth control industry is targeting the wrong group of people Why men should ultimately be held accountable for unwanted pregnancies You can learn more about Gabrielle and purchase her latest book "Ejaculate Responsibly: A Whole New Way To Think About Abortion" at https://designmom.com/ejaculate-responsibly-book/ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife This episode is made possible by our wonderful sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://able.sjv.io/c/3929645/1228242/15174 Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs at https://cozyearth.com Aro - code MANDA for your first month free at https://www.goaro.com/

K.J Ramsey is a Somatic & Trauma-Informed Therapist and Poet who lives everyday with an autoimmune disease. Her work offers space to see every part of our souls and stories as sacred. In this episode, you'll get an inside look at: K.J's painful experience within the Church and how she's maintained communion with God The connection between trauma and our physical wellbeing How courage has the power to change everything You can learn more about K.J and purchase her books at https://www.kjramsey.com or keep up with her daily stunning musings at https://www.instagram.com/kjramseywrites. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com and purchase her latest book "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here https://www.mandacarpenter.com/soulcaretosaveyourlife Checkout our amazing sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://www.ableclothing.com Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs at https://cozyearth.com

Patricia Taylor is an anti-racism educator, podcaster, and writer who believes in having critical conversations around racial justice with clarity and candor. She writes on instagram under #somethoughtsfromyourblackfriend and joins Manda on the podcast today to encourage us to learn how to listen so that we can genuinely love better. Press play to hear more about: What inspired Patty to begin writing #somethoughtsfromyourblackfriend How we can become better listeners, especially to those that are different than us Why becoming anti-racist is a lifelong endeavor You can connect with Patty and learn from her writing at https://www.instagram.com/patricia_a_taylor/ A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com. Checkout our amazing sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel! Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs!

Manda sits down at the table solo today to share about 5 of her (current) favorite things: A skincare product A sleep favorite A current snack obsession A new daily rhythm Something to balance her family You can find products she mentions here: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/shop-my-favs And discount codes here: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/promo-codes-for-you A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com. Special thanks to our amazing sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel at https://www.ableclothing.com/ Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs at https://cozyearth.com/

Steve Carter is a pastor, author, and the former lead teaching pastor of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago. A gifted teacher, Steve spends his days crafting sermons, messages, blog posts, and books to encourage people in their walk with Christ. He describes his work as humbling and vulnerable—a soul-baring process that keeps him dependent, expectant, and grounded in Christ. Manda sat down with him at the table to hear more about: How he made the decision to leave Willow Creek What he's learned about ending relationships Why integrity drives everything he does and how we can learn to transition out of things well! You can learn more from Steve here and grab a copy of his book The Thing Beneath The Thing here A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com. Big thanks to our sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel! Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs!

This week, I'm speaking with my friend, fellow foster mama and author Manda Carpenter about her journey with foster care and the importance of soul care as a parent. We also talk about how you can take intentional steps to care for yourself as a foster parent. Follow Manda on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mandacarpenter

Dr. Celeste Holbrook is a sexologist, speaker and author who has dedicated her life to being a sex educator. She believes that great sex fuels a great relationship. Her mission is to help people achieve extraordinary intimacy in their lives through planned mental and behavioral changes. Manda invited her to the table to answer the following questions and more: I feel like I need "perfect conditions" to be in the mood for sex. HELP! The most common sex struggles for men and women? Is there a benchmark for how much sex is “enough” to be considered a good, healthy sex life? Does porn have a place in a healthy marriage? Which toys and types of play do you recommend in the bedroom? You can find more info and resources from Celeste here. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com. Big thanks to our sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel! Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs!

Marie Beecham is an advocate for social justice and unity. I invited Marie to the table to hear how she would answer the questions: What do People of Color wish their White friends knew? What can we say or do instead of responding with “I understand”? What's the balance of being a White ally and advocate who listens and doesn't speak on behalf of People of Color, but speaks up appropriately instead of doing nothing? Follow and support Marie's work here. A Longer Table Podcast is hosted by Manda Carpenter. For more, visit www.mandacarpenter.com. Special thanks to our show sponsors: ABLE - code ALONGERTABLE15 for 15% off all apparel! Cozy Earth - code ALONGERTABLE for 35% off luxurious bedding & pjs!

Manda Carpenter is the author of Soul Care to Save Your Life and today she boldly shares her story of infidelity in her marriage. Kaitlin and Manda really dig in about transparency in relationships, the benefit of therapy, and how radical honesty leads to real healing.  Manda's Website Follow Manda on Insta → @mandacarpenter  Manda's Book → Soul Care to Save Your Life Manda's Podcast → A Longer Table Follow Kaitlin on Insta → @kaitlingraceelliott  Follow SWE on Insta → @so.what.else  So What Else Website

Manda Carpenter is the author of Soul Care to Save Your Life and today she boldly shares her story of infidelity in her marriage. Kaitlin and Manda really dig in about transparency in relationships, the benefit of therapy, and how radical honesty leads to real healing.  Manda's Website Follow Manda on Insta → @mandacarpenter  Manda's Book → Soul Care to Save Your Life Manda's Podcast → A Longer Table Follow Kaitlin on Insta → @kaitlingraceelliott  Follow SWE on Insta → @so.what.else  So What Else Website

In our image-conscious culture, life can become a never-ending performance. The perfection we feel pressured to project to those in our social sphere comes at the expense of our emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. In the end, we are left exhausted and unfulfilled. How do we flip the script and feed ourselves rather than simply adding to our feeds?In Manda Carpenter's latest book, Soul Care to Save Your Life, she offers an invitation to shift your focus from performing to purposeful living from the inside out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manda Carpenter shares how dealing with the consequences of having an affair early in her marriage opened her heart to the importance of confession. https://livesteadyon.com/Email Angie at: steadyonpodcast@gmail.comFacebook: @livesteadyonInstagram: @angiebaughman421Grab freebies and subscribe to the weekly Steady On newsletter at: https://livesteadyon.com/live-steady-on-newsletter/ Looking for something not listed? It's probably here: https://linktr.ee/livesteadyon https://www.mandacarpenter.com/Facebook: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/mandacarpenter/Podcast: A Longer Table Manda's book, “Soul Care to Save Your Life: How Radical Honesty Leads to Real Healing” can be found wherever books are sold. Manda mentioned:Start with Hello by Shannan Martin Theme music:Heartwarming by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3864-heartwarmingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Midroll Music:Misteltoe Magic by Avacado Junkie

Manda Carpenter, knows what it's like to hit burn-out and how God can restore when we practice healthy Soul Care. Episode 124 Soul Care To Save Your Life on the Soul H2O Radio & Podcast Show tells the stories of two people's lives saved by Soul Care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manda Carpenter joins Kait to discuss what being addicted to attention looks like, how to heal from it, and practical steps to take moving forward.  Want to join the Singles Ministry your church doesn't have while getting access to monthly masterclasses? Join TSA today!  https://thesinglesacademyhod.com/plans/224595?bundle_token=aac55bc380a323b776655e1b717c0ef6&utm_source=manual Want to WATCH the podcast? We're now on YouTube!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ1PswEXEyeSddMmOSiRKGw Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness . . . . .  A quick thank you to some of our friends! Faithful Counseling: Our #1 resource for affordable, reliable, Christian therapy. You can get 10% off your first month by going to http://faithfulcounseling.com/heartofdating Compassion International: Do you have a burning desire to be a parent but feel stuck in singleness? Do you want to make a lasting, powerful impact in your life as a single? We are a proud partner of Compassion International. Our community of singles has sponsored hundreds of kids all around the world, and we'd love to invite you to join us on this compelling mission. http://compassion.com/heartofdating

Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? Are you curious to know what it's like to take in kids that need a place to live? Foster parenting is a unique calling, but the experience can lead us closer to understanding God's love and grace. Join Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy in this episode of God Hears Her as they learn from longtime foster parent, Manda Carpenter, what it's like to be the foster mom of 16 kids.   About Our Guest: Manda Carpenter is a writer, a speaker, and an advocate committed to helping women grow in their relationships with God, self, and others. She is a neighbor, question-asker, and cheerleader of the underdog. Manda and her husband, Eric, are foster parents and hosts of A Longer Table podcast. They live with their son, Shia, in Los Angeles, California.   Notes and Quotes:  “The catastrophe in our life ends up being our calling.” —Manda Carpenter “The goal of foster care is reunification.” —Manda Carpenter “To be a great foster parent, you don't need to adopt all of your children.” —Manda Carpenter “My relationship with my foster kids doesn't look much different than my relationship with my biological son.” —Manda Carpenter “With fostering, you have all the responsibility but no power.” —Manda Carpenter “Fostering is a position that forces me to rely on God.” —Manda Carpenter “Grace is loving them when they're daring you not to.” —Manda Carpenter “Nothing matters more than the condition of your soul.” —Manda Carpenter   Links:  Manda's personal website: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/  A Longer Table podcast: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/podcast  Soul Care to Save Your Life book: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/booksbymandacarpenter  Domestic violence phone number: 800-799-7233 God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: elisa morgan author Eryn's Instagram: eryneddy

Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? Are you curious to know what it's like to take in kids that need a place to live? Foster parenting is a unique calling, but the experience can lead us closer to understanding God's love and grace. Join Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy in this episode of God Hears Her as they learn from longtime foster parent, Manda Carpenter, what it's like to be the foster mom of 16 kids.   About Our Guest: Manda Carpenter is a writer, a speaker, and an advocate committed to helping women grow in their relationships with God, self, and others. She is a neighbor, question-asker, and cheerleader of the underdog. Manda and her husband, Eric, are foster parents and hosts of A Longer Table podcast. They live with their son, Shia, in Los Angeles, California.   Notes and Quotes:  “The catastrophe in our life ends up being our calling.” —Manda Carpenter “The goal of foster care is reunification.” —Manda Carpenter “To be a great foster parent, you don't need to adopt all of your children.” —Manda Carpenter “My relationship with my foster kids doesn't look much different than my relationship with my biological son.” —Manda Carpenter “With fostering, you have all the responsibility but no power.” —Manda Carpenter “Fostering is a position that forces me to rely on God.” —Manda Carpenter “Grace is loving them when they're daring you not to.” —Manda Carpenter “Nothing matters more than the condition of your soul.” —Manda Carpenter   Links:  Manda's personal website: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/  A Longer Table podcast: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/podcast  Soul Care to Save Your Life book: https://www.mandacarpenter.com/booksbymandacarpenter  Domestic violence phone number: 800-799-7233 God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: elisa morgan author Eryn's Instagram: eryneddy

@mandacarpenter joins us today to talk about her new book, Soul Care to Save Your Life, and all of the incredible wisdom within it's pages. I can't tell you how much I love Manda. She is honest, wise and beautiful inside and out!  Manda would say that she is a neighbor, question-asker, and cheerleader of the underdog who spends her days writing, speaking and adovocating. You truly truly don't want to miss our conversation on Wild Confidence today!

This week Lindsey and Mickenzie diving into the topic of vulnerability and honesty with the writer, speaker, and advocate Manda Carpenter. Many of us carry misconceptions about what it means to live authentically, and Manda shares from her own story how she has learned to discern when, how, and with who to let into the hard parts of her story. She also shares the intentional actions her family has taken to extend their circles and invest in people by living a “longer table lifestyle.” Full Show Notes NEW Emotional Health Master Class - The Shame Reframe  Get Manda's New Book

*Trigger warning – Suicide is very briefly discussed in this episode, along with a story of infidelity.*Gosh, what a deep, authentic and vulnerable episode this was with my guest Manda Carpenter. Manda is the author of Soul Care To Save Your Life, which was released in August of this year. Manda opens up about her infidelity and how it almost stole her marriage. Not only that, her infidelity almost caused Manda to take her own life. Just as she does in her book, Manda gets very personal about what led to her affair and how she immediately felt ashamed. Manda had believed her whole life that infidelity was an unforgivable sin, which made it very difficult for her to tell her husband. Then one day, the Lord brought a mentor into her life who would help Manda to confess to her husband and then encouraged Manda to seek counseling. I know some of you may be thinking you can't relate to the topics discussed in this episode, but don't skip this one. Our stories may be different, but I think we can all relate to the vulnerability, shame, and humility Manda expresses through our conversation. Or maybe your life, or the life of someone close to you, has been impacted by unfaithfulness. Should you choose to listen, I hope you walk away feeling seen and encouraged, not alone. Connect with JamieFacebook //  Instagram // YouTubeGET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Join Manda Carpenter, author of Soul Care to Save Your Life, and I as we have a heart to heart about her new book and the book writing process! Manda shares the heart behind her book, what it was like to publicly share uncomfortable stories, the logistics of how she made time to write the book and how she balances being a creative entrepreneur alongside motherhood. Manda is one of the most open and vulnerable women I know. This episode will leave you feeling uplifted and encouraged! Manda's info:Website: www.mandacarpenter.com Soul Care to Save Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Care-Save-Your-Life/dp/1540902137Instagram: @mandacarpenter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MandaCarpenterBlogGina's info:Website: www.ginaschade.com Email updates + Clean Beauty Cheat Sheet (2x/month): https://bit.ly/cleancheatsheetInstagram: @ginaschade Beautycounter: www.beautycounter.com/ginaschade 

Have you ever grappled with lustful thoughts or actions? Do you struggle with intimacy and romantic connections? Are you wondering if there is redemption for you? Manda Carpenter and Matt Droguett have both walked through these exact things. While their experiences are different, they both found wholeness through faith (and therapy). In this conversation, we talk about: • Male and female perspectives of struggling with lust and porn • The impact lust has on romantic relationships and expectations • Healing found through honest conversations and asking for help • Struggles and reality of being a Christian in today's world Manda walked through a season of seeking external validation which led to infidelity in her marriage. She talks openly about the web of guilt and shame that kept her entangled. Manda shares how one honest conversation, led to healing and restoration in her marriage. Matt spent a number of years silently struggling with a desire to look at explicit content. After breaking the cycle, he began to live in wholeness and now helps others do the same. This conversation and space were created to shed light on a topic that so many struggle with. As you listen, I hope you'll feel less alone or better equipped to help someone you know who is going through this. Remember that there's freedom and grace found in the name of Jesus. You can tag us @biancaolthoff, @mandacarpenter and @mattdroguett on social media. We'd love to hear how this episode spoke to you. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Manda Carpenter's book: Soul Care to Save Your Life Matt Droguett's course: Ditch Porn and Reclaim Your Life & Use Code: TFHOC Women's Conference at TFHOC – Breathe Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: bradtsushima94@aol.com, Spotify: “R.A.D.”

Manda Carpenter is an author, speaker, advocate, and the co-host of A Longer Table Podcast, alongside her husband, Eric. Manda has written two books, the most recent being Soul Care to Save Your Life. Manda is very passionate, about “Seeing people own their full identity and do their inner work,” as she puts it. And that is exactly the kind of beautiful work she models and invites others into in her latest book. Foster care is also not only part of Manda's family's life, but a large part of her advocacy work as well.In today's episode, I talk with Manda about why she's so passionate about foster care, the importance of radical honesty in her own story, why tending to our inner world and wounding is so important, how slowing down is pivotal for self-awareness and soul work, and how beauty so often occurs in the unseen. This conversation left me feeling so grounded and encouraged. My hope is that it does the same for you.

Secrecy is a breeding ground for shame. In today's episode, Manda Carpenter discusses her new book, ‘Soul Care to Save Your Life' and how self-awareness led to deep and committed healing in her friendships and romantic relationships.  Manda shares her vulnerable story about committing adultery and answers questions about how her husband responded to her confession of committing adultery as a Christian, how they have worked through the healing process together and the action steps she has taken toward growth. She discusses openly about the ways in which she navigated the deep shame and guilt that came with the past mistakes that were made and encourages others to live freely in God's glory and redemption. Manda also talks about the practical ways that she and her husband have chosen to prevent present temptation from becoming future sin.  **Sign up for The Sex and Intimacy Project Waitlist HERE! Get tips and tricks in your email for a fun and adventurous sex life, be the first to know the launch date and sign up before doors close! Open for 2 weeks only!!**  Get Manda Carpenter's Book: "Soul Care to Save Your Life" here! Follow along with Manda on IG @mandacarpenter Follow along with Lindsey on IG @livingeasywithlindsey

Soul care is more than a good shower, favorite coffee and time to yourself - it's intentional, finding a connection with things in your day to day life and it creates an overflow to serve and love others well. Author, Manda Carpenter, gives us some wisdom on this today and you'll leave inspired to tell the truth, be honest with yourself and love authentically! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/196 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Rachel on Instagram: instagram.com/rachel.awtrey

Oh I'm so happy that my friend, Manda Carpenter, is joining us in the studio today! Her book Soul Care to Save Your Life is deeply honest and venerable. Manda teaches us about shame, confession, and how healing bearing your soul to one person can be. Oof. This is one feels special. Check out music from Manda's husband, Eric Lee Carpenter, HERE. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our partners! Awana: Try one month of Talk About for FREE with special promo code TSF. Start today at talkaboutdiscipleship.com Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/SOUNDSFUN. Offer good for a limited time. Ritual: Right now Ritual is offering listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN and turn healthy habits into a Ritual. Rothy's: Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/SOUNDSFUN. Thrive Market: Join Thrive Market today to get $80 in free groceries! Go to https://ThriveMarket.com/THATSOUNDSFUN.

Do you feel the constant need or pressure to perform in work, life, or even on a journey to finding your purpose? In this episode we have Manda Carpenter- writer, speaker, and an advocate committed to helping women grow in their relationships with God, self, and others. In this conversation she offers an invitation to shift your focus from performing to purposeful living from the inside out. She outlines this by referencing her new book "Soul Care to Save Your Life".    WIN a FREE copy of Manda's New Book "Soul Care To Save Your Life" by following @TheGirlWhoCanPodcast on instagram and DM us or Share in your story and tag us something you learned from the episode!   THINGS TO LISTEN FOR The importance of taking ownership of your path to growth How to embrace practices of soul care for your well-being How to find integrity and why it's a prerequisite for security     CONNECT WITH MANDA  Website Manda Carpenter Instagram @MandaCarpenter Facebook Manda Carpenter Blog BUY "SOUL CARE TO SAVE YOUR LIFE" BOOK HERE    CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: @TheGirlWhoCanPodcast  Support TheGirlWhoCanPodcast@gmail.com

On Episode 512 Manda Carpenter returns to the podcast to discuss vulnerability, shame, and her new book Soul Care to Save Your Life.

I am so excited to introduce you to a new friend of the podcast, Manda Carpenter. She is releasing her first book on August 9th and it is all about her going first when it comes to confession and then grace. She is not afraid to go there when it comes to what she has been through, but will also be the first to tell you about how God radically changed her heart, her mind and her life. Enjoy this episode and then go preorder her book before August 9th to get some amazing preorder goodies, including a free copy of the audiobook! Manda is a writer, a speaker, and an advocate committed to helping women grow in their relationships with God, self, and others. She is a neighbor, question-asker, and cheerleader of the underdog. Manda and her husband, Eric, are foster parents and hosts of A Longer Table Podcast. They live with their son, Shia, in Los Angeles, California. Anchor Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 (MSG) Connect with Manda: Website: www.mandacarpenter.com IG: www.instagram.com/mandacarpenter Preorder Manda's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Care-Save-Your-Life/dp/1540902137/ref=asc_df_1540902137/?hvadid=564643979031&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030952&hvnetw=g&hvpone=&hvpos=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvrand=2422263777934460943&hvtargid=pla-1636797570176&linkCode=df0&psc=1&tag=hyprod-20 Exciting News: This podcast will soon be available on the AccessMore network! If you're a fan of this show, you will find encouragement, hope, and joy from the podcasts on AccessMore. Start listening today at AccessMore.com **This podcast is a proud member of the Spark Network! It is a network of Christian podcasts that cover so many different topics! Head over to: https://www.sparkmedia.ventures/spark-network#/ to find more amazing podcasts!!***

Manda Carpenter returns to the podcast to discuss vulnerability, shame, and her new book Soul Care to Save Your Life.   

Radical honesty is something that challenges our lives and the way we live day-to-day. In mental health and addiction recovery, radical honesty does lead to radical healing. Manda Carpenter knows this firsthand, surviving trauma as a child and then moving into adulthood with related trauma symptoms and other challenges. Now, she works as a foster parent to support other children who go through similar experiences. "I believe that God uses the catastrophes of our life to be the catalysts of our calling." - Manda CarpenterIn her new book, Soul Care to Save Your Life: How Radical Honesty Leads to Real Healing, Manda shares her own personal journey and drops some gritty and real examples of how being ruthlessly honest can lead to living a more authentic life. Manda Carpenter is a writer, speaker, and advocate committed to helping people grow in their relationship with God, self, and others. She is a neighbor, question-asker, and cheerleader of the underdog. Manda and her husband, Eric, are foster parents and hosts of A Longer Table Podcast. They live with their son, Shia, in Los Angeles, California. Her first book, Space, is a 30-day devotional for women, and her new book, Soul Care to Save Your Life releases on August 9, 2022. For more, check out @mandacarpenter on Instagram and visit www.mandacarpenter.com.Want to share Your Bright Recovery story? Check out the submission guidelines on Bright Story Shine.

In today's episode with Manda Carpenter, author of "How Radical Honesty Leads to Real Healing," she and I discuss how honesty is a powerful and often underused tool in Godly and healthy relationships.

In today's episode with Manda Carpenter, author of "How Radical Honesty Leads to Real Healing," she and I discuss how honesty is a powerful and often underused tool in Godly and healthy relationships.

I had the privilege of being a guest on Manda Carpentner's podcast called A Longer Table, and wanted to share that interview here because I think the things we discussed are super valuable for you to hear. In this interview, we talk about a number of topics such as:  Purity Culture What to do when you feel the need to manage an other's sexuality How important is sex, really? What is your definition of sex, and does it have to involve intercourse? If you're struggling sexually, what advice would give? Is scheduling sex a good idea? Is it bad to use toys? What about dirty talk? Perspectives on how pornography affects marriage Manda Carpenter is a wife, mother, foster mom, and Christian. I love her podcast, A Longer Table, because she intentionally includes conversations with people that have very different backgrounds, just to get their perspective and to broaden her understanding with people that think differently than she does. I think we could all use a healthy dose of open and honest communication once in a while! And this topic was all about sex, a topic I'm particularly passionate about :) 

Manda Carpenter notes: Spend time where you want to meet the right people Put yourself in the position to meet the right people Don't wait for your current friends to be amazing Be that person for them Maybe it will rub off on them Manda Carpenter is a writer, speaker, and advocate. She believes there isn't a single person you would not love if you knew their story. Manda provides space and resources for inner healing and soul care. Her first book is a 30-day devotional for women called Space and her forthcoming book, "Soul Care to Save Your Life" will release in 2021. She lives in Chicago with her husband and their foster children. Keep up with her @mandacarpenter or visit www.mandacarpenter.com.

Today's guest is Manda Carpenter, Advocate, Foster Mama, Speaker, and Writer. Manda talks all about foster care on this episode - the beautiful, the broken, the investment, the commitment - you name it - she's speaking into it - and it's so valuable! Manda shares how she knew she always wanted to foster, finding a partner who felt the same, and taking the leap to show up for kiddos in her community. And the best part - she developed three online courses to help those of you considering foster care, those of you who are rookies in the foster care world, and some more complex resources for seasoned members of the foster care community. These courses are packed with valuable insight and practical resources at any stage in your foster care journey - and they're available right now on her website. Info below. Learn more about how to connect w Manda and her Foster Care Courses at the links below. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: MandaCarpenter.com Manda Carpenter's Foster Care Courses Space: An Invitation to Create Sustainable Rhythms of Work, Play and Rest (Manda's Devotional) Connect with Manda: Instagram Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Website The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram Music: Bensound.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

Today's guest is Manda Carpenter, Advocate, Foster Mama, Speaker, and Writer. Manda talks all about foster care on this episode - the beautiful, the broken, the investment, the commitment - you name it - she's speaking into it - and it's so valuable! Manda shares how she knew she always wanted to foster, finding a partner who felt the same, and taking the leap to show up for kiddos in her community. And the best part - she developed three online courses to help those of you considering foster care, those of you who are rookies in the foster care world, and some more complex resources for seasoned members of the foster care community. These courses are packed with valuable insight and practical resources at any stage in your foster care journey - and they're available right now on her website. Info below. Learn more about how to connect w Manda and her Foster Care Courses at the links below. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: MandaCarpenter.com Manda Carpenter's Foster Care Courses Space: An Invitation to Create Sustainable Rhythms of Work, Play and Rest (Manda's Devotional) Connect with Manda: Instagram Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Website The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram Music: Bensound.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

E14: Life Update: Why Sex Hurts Today we chat about an update with the Podcast, my life, and I fill everyone in on why sex has been hurting me for over a year. Get ready for lots of real personal info! We'd love for you to join the Facebook group so we can continue the conversation and learn from each other! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saywhatpodcast Other podcasts I mentioned: A Longer Table with Manda Carpenter, Chatty Broads with Bekah and Jess Positive resource about sex: Chelsea Smith (@chelseasmith on Insta) does Marriage Monday every Monday and shares real life marriage tips, encouragement, and has healthy conversations around sex.

TRIGGER WARNING: This entire episode is about abortion and if you are not in a place to hear abortion or pregnancy loss be talked about openly and casually, this may not be the best episode to listen to.Sam joins us for a solo episode to talk all about abortion! She shares her own abortion decision and experience, how it has affected her relationship with her mom, informs us about fake abortion clinics, and why it’s impossible to be a “good pro-lifer.” Example of a sneaky “Fake Abortion Clinic” in Sam's hometown, LaGrange, IL. http://www.womenscarecenter.org/A helpful video explaining Fake Abortion Clinics:https://exposefakeclinics.squarespace.com/A map of all the Crisis Pregnancy Centers in the US. It is helpful to leave a Google or Facebook review that this is not somewhere that offers abortion services or unbiased counseling on these centers so that women are not deceived. https://crisispregnancycentermap.com/A link to the episode of “A Longer Table with Manda Carpenter” that Sam was on discusses abortion with a religious perspective. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/16-abortion-pro-choice/id1499518643?i=1000472781157Follow us! @wtfh.podcast on Instagram. Follow Sam @shapedupsam and Addison @addisonfleming.Intro Song by: Conrad RichardsAlbum Art by: Sam Conrad

Manda Carpenter joins the show for Monster Month to discuss the scarcity vs. abundance mindset, foster parenting, identity, and the monster of Comparison.

In today's episode, we're joined by Tanorria Askew and Manda Carpenter to talk about race and privilege. Specifically, we're discussing how to enter into these conversations well—from the resources they suggest to educate and inform to the books, shows, and social media accounts that invite us all to listen and learn. We also talk about our favorite books to give as gifts and how we do grocery shopping (and Tanorria sets the record straight once and for all on how to do green beans). Full show notes here. Connect with guest Tanorria Askew: Instagram | Website Connect with guest Manda Carpenter: Instagram | Website Follow The Medium Talk Podcast: Instagram | Website

Manda Carpenter is 28 years old and has already been a foster mom for several years. It's a passion God put on her heart years go, in childhood, and she was just waiting for the opportunity to go for it. She met an incredible man, married him and the two set out on their foster journey. They even signed up to take on kids with significant psychological issues, those cases that not everyone might be willing to take on, She's an incredible advocate and a humble servant of Jesus. In the midst of motherhood, Manda is also thriving as a writer, speaker and leader. She recently came out with a devotional, "Space" and is working on her first full-length book. She has a couple of life mantras, including "Impressing is Exhausting" and "Get Too Attached" (in reference to being a foster parent). Honestly, it was so refreshing to speak with someone just letting God take the lead in life. She's got a platform, readers and followers, but Manda's heart is humble and pure. It's hard not to be inspired by the way she lives her life and respect the way she honestly tackles the tough questions that come with fostering and living life as we are called to as Christians. Build a longer table, she says. I'm in. What we talked about: Space devotional Peel the Orange Marriage Course One Simple Wish (gifts for foster kids) I'm Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness by Austin Channing Brown Nice by Sharon Hodde Miller Connect with Manda: Facebook Twitter Instagram Wanna get new episodes when they drop? Subscribe to “Worth Your Time” on iTunes. Sign up for my email list HERE for bi-weekly episodes & commentary on faith, culture & politics. Recent Episodes: Krish O'Mara Vignarajah: President & CEO, Lutheran Immigration & Refugee Service Rachel Barkley: Fighting a Spinal Tumor with a Newborn Nancy French: Not Your Average NYT-Selling Author

Join author, writer, and advocate, Manda Carpenter, as she invites you into new conversations that reflect what connects and unites us all: love, understanding, and communication. You'll hear from both new and familiar voices, but you'll always leave ignited to create to a longer table. Subscribe now for updates and new episodes.

Christmas is next week! That means we are right in the middle of the Christmas “hustle,” and I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of this season leaving so many people feeling wiped out and stressed. It’s the complete opposite of what we should be feeling this time of the year, yet we’re all running around like crazy to get shopping done or finish deadlines at work, or attending a bunch of Christmas parties. There’s just this crazy “hustle” mindset that seems to set in this time of the year and we start freaking out a little bit. What we need is some space and to just slow down.  Well friends, that is the topic of this week’s show. My guest this week is Manda Carpenter, author of the “Space” devotional. She has so much insight on this topic, so we talked a ton about slowing down this time of the year to create space in our lives and maintain balance — physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, all of it. We also talked about her new book coming out in 2021, and if you’re an aspiring author, we dove into the book writing process and she gives some really great tips on how to go about that. Manda has been a huge help to me as I’ve been writing my own book, so if you’re interested at all in writing a book, this conversation is definitely for you.  I’m excited for you all to hear this conversation because I think it’s so important to hear right now. If you know someone who thinks they’re too busy to listen to this right now, they’re probably the person who needs to hear this conversation, so be sure to tell them to listen as well. Links: Buy your copy of "Space" — http://bit.ly/2tmlQGo Follow Manda on Instagram — mandacarpenter Foster parenting resources — http://bit.ly/2PsNydf 5 ways to slow down this Christmas season — http://bit.ly/2RVzY3G --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/in-no-hurry/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/in-no-hurry/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raise your hand if you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted or in need of space. If you're hand is up (+ I bet that's most of us), this episode is for you.  Manda Carpenter joins me to talk about her journey from valuing productivity over everything else and living in a constant hurry to creating sustainable rhythms of work, play and rest. She shares tons of practical tips to start creating space in your life and take control of your schedule.  If you enjoy this episode, you'll love Manda's 30-Day Devotional, Space.    MANDA'S LOVING, LISTENING TO, OR READING:  Separated by the Border  That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs    Shop Manda's Half Moon Necklace. Follow Manda on Instagram @mandacarpenter   SHOP PS46 JEWELRY HERE. Instagram: @psfortysix

Please join our latest conversation with Manda Carpenter.  She is a writer, speaker, and advocate. She is also an inspiring foster momma who has a passion for the foster care system and wants to make a difference in this world.  We hope you enjoy this raw conversation!  

Jamie talks with foster mom, Manda Carpenter, on stepping in and out of motherhood + the misconceptions of others + creating space.

Join Bailey and Rev. Sarah as they talk about mental health, why there is such stigma around it, and what the Bible says about mental health. They also talk about Demi Lovato and some practical ways to take good care of your mental health. . . . Episode Highlights: 02:23 Why is there such a stigma around mental health? 07:40 What does the Bible say (or NOT say) about mental health? 17:16 How do we handle shame about mental health? 20:36 Why pastors don't talk about mental health (and why we need them to)? 30:15 Demi Lovato & mental health 33:54 What are practical ways to take care of your mental health? . . . Manda Carpenter's online mental health course, Stronger than the Struggle Why God Won't Go Away by Andrew Newberg, M.D., Eugene D'Aquili, M.D., Ph.D., AND Vince Rause

Ever feel stuck and don't know what decision to make? Too many options? Not sure if God's blessing is on it? Manda Carpenter is a writer and speaker helping women know how to make decisions in life while creating space for what matters most. Listen to today's episode for encouragement and practical tips in decision making.   @mandacarpenter https://mandacarpenter.com Read Shownotes  https://www.callieammons.com/posts/ Say Hi on Instagram: @callieammons

Today's conversation is with speaker and ministry leader, Manda Carpenter. Manda is a wife and foster mom living in Chicago. Her focus is investing in women and encouraging them to grow their relationship with God and leadership of self and others.  We spend time talking about how #impressingisexhausting and how becoming owners of our junk can allow us to experience freedom. Manda shares how God brought her out of her own shame and how His grace creates beautiful transformation.    Our chat also digs into the busy of everyday life and how necessary it is for our souls to refuel. Manda tells how she wasn't fully present during some seasons of her life and saw a need to create space. She shares that space used well isn't selfish and if Jesus needed time away to rest, then we certainly can't get away without giving our minds, souls, and bodies space as well.

Manda Carpenter is a writer and foster parent living with her husband Eric in Chicago, IL. Join us as we talk about the hard and beautiful ministry of foster care, how to survive your evolving theological beliefs, and who Manda thinks the Church needs to get better at welcoming in. . . . Connect with Manda on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter @mandacarpenter and at mandacarpenter.com. Get involved with #MonthlyLettersOfEncouragement here. Grab Manda's new devotional, Space: An Invitation to Create Sustainable Rhythms of Work, Play, and Rest here. . . . Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter @baileyjowelch and at baileyjowelch.com. . . . Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if this content is encouraging you or positively impacting you in any way. If you share on social media, please use #MakingRoomOnThePew and tag me!

Today, I have a super exciting episode to share with you! I’m talking to Manda Carpenter, a writer/ blogger who I’ve personally followed for a long time. I talk to her about her foster parenting journey, the joys and struggle that have come along with that, and we talk about how she switched careers from teaching (we have this in common) and how we can take the stress and anxiety out of big career decisions like this.  We also talk about her movement, Letters of Encouragement, and her future writing endeavors. Manda is a beautiful person and I'm so excited to share this episode with you! Links you'll want to check out: Manda's Website/Blog Manda's Instagram Letter's of Encouragement My Instagram Podcast Website

Manda Carpenter is a writer, speaker, wife, foster mom, and first impressions director at her local church. She lives in Chicago with her husband, Eric. Manda always says: “there isn’t a single person you would not love if you knew their story.” She loves to write and speak with transparency because she believes impressing is exhausting. On this episode, we talk about Manda’s journey to city life in Chicago, faith, depending on social media to feel seen, and their life as foster parents. SHOW NOTES Wild and Free book Soul City Church Hannah Ellen Art Unseen blog post Unseen book by Sara Hagerty #ImpressingisExhausing on Instagram   Connect with Manda: MandaCarpenter.com @mandacarpenter on Instagram @mandasuecarp on Twitter   Connect with Ali: @alisonwren on Instagram @alisonwren on Twitter Facebook Page AliWren.com