Podcasts about recapture joy

In this episode of Your Morning Basket, host Pam Barnhill welcomes Jennifer Pepito, the host of the Restoration Home podcast, to chat about creating a sacred home environment. They dive into the inspiration behind Jennifer's newest book, "Habits for a Sacred Home," which draws from the monastery movement and the impact of spiritual disciplines on history. The conversation covers the specific practices that are essential for nurturing a literature-based homeschool and the role of daily prayer in creating a peaceful and connected community within the home.Pam and Jennifer talk about the importance of a rule of life, which helps families identify their core values and live according to those values. To make it practical, the book includes different rules from St. Benedict paired with biographical sketches of women in history who exemplified those rules. The book also offers a study guide, recipe, prayer, scripture verses, and a pre-order offer with additional resources.This episode is a treasure trove for homeschooling parents looking to infuse their homes with meaningful practices and spiritual disciplines. To get access to the resources and the pre-order offer, you can visit habitsforasacredhome.com.Key Takeaways:Understand the concept of a rule of life or a mission statement for homeschooling, and how it can provide a vision and direction for the education of children, as well as decision-making about curriculum and activities.Experience the joys and benefits of incorporating daily prayer and poetry recitation into the homeschool routine, fostering a sense of spirituality and connection within the family.Explore the idea of stewardship within the home, including the importance of teaching children responsibility through daily chores and room care, and the impact of cultivating inner calm through quiet time practices.Learn about the historical significance of the monastery movement and see how this can inspire mothers to create a sense of community and stability within their homes, especially in turbulent times.Embrace the freedom and peace that comes from living according to the values and disciplines of a sacred home, and how this approach can help mothers and families weather the challenges of our culture while living out their faith and values.Links and ResourcesYour Morning Basket+Morning Time PlansMothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer PepitoHabits for a Sacred Home book by Jennifer PepitoRestoration Home PodcastThe Peaceful PressThe Peaceful Press Curriculum1000 Hours Outside PodcastAt Home with Sally PodcastThe Read Aloud Revival Atomic Habits by James Clear

This year at Read Aloud Revival, we're focusing on reading for joy.It's so easy for reading to become another thing on your to-do list, but when we make reading a source of joy, of respite from our busy lives, it's like running into a clear creek on a hot, dusty hike. Nurturing your reading life nurtures you, which in turn helps us be better moms, better homeschoolers, better parents, better women.Today I'm joined by Jennifer Pepito, creator of The Peaceful Press, which offers fabulous curriculum for homeschoolers, and she is the author of our spring RAR Premium Mama Book Club pick, Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy.In this episode, you'll hear: How fiction can teach us as much about parenting our kids as a bevy of parenting manualsWhy connecting with your kids is the heart of homeschoolingFinding the balance between giving your all to mothering and letting go of the outcomesLearn more about Sarah Mackenzie:Read Aloud RevivalWaxwing BooksSubscribe to the NewsletterFind the rest of the show notes at: readaloudrevival.com/how-books-make-us-better-moms

How much do you enjoy your life? Do you feel as if your emotions have flatlined? In perimenopause, we often feel low, not quite like ourselves, even if there is nothing fundamentally wrong. We have supportive partners and friends, great kids, and a job we enjoy and yet life feels dull and grey. Can you relate?This is anhedonia – a word only a few of us have heard of but one that explains why so many of us feel we are sleepwalking through life. Anhedonia is from the Greek word for 'without pleasure' and describes a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed. It explains why many of us spend our lives in a fog, feeling neither happy nor sad, just not very much at all. This week my guest is British author and journalist Tanith Carey who joins me to talk about the missing grey area in mental health - blah- where too many mid-life women are living their lives.Great news is that midlife women don't have to accept this as the status quo. Blah has a range of biological and environmental reasons that can be tackled to live up to your potential. Simple awareness that 'blah' is 'a thing' is the first step to addressing through a range of approaches and putting together a toolbox of resources that works for you. With the help of world-leading experts and by digging into the latest research, Tanith shows you how your brain's dopamine reward system works and provides strategies to help you bring colour back into your life. Specifically, we dive into:* How did Tanith come across anhedonia - and why most of us haven't heard about it?* How did she discover a way out of it - and what has it meant in her life?* How other mid-life women find their reasons for blah - and find a way out of it.This is the episode that will teach you how to kickstart your feel-good chemicals and start loving life again.You can connect with Tanith on Instagram @no_more_blah_book, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn on @tanithcarey Get full access to Heart of Menopause at clarissakristjansson.substack.com/subscribe

This interview was so good, Carrie wanted to share it again!  In this week's episode, Carrie shares a conversation she had with Jennifer Pepito about the many hidden gifts and blessings of homeschooling.  As homeschooling moms, not every day feels like a gift.   This is why we need a gentle reminder every now that homeschooling really is a gift!  If you are feeling overwhelmed and burnt out or you are second-guessing your decision to homeschool and God's calling to home education, you don't want to miss this past coffee break.  You will be encouraged and inspired.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, take a deep breath, and join Carrie and Jennifer for some much-needed coffee and conversation.  Jennifer is the founder of Peaceful Press Curriculum and Resources and the author of the new book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. To learn more about the Peaceful Press, visit Peaceful Press.  Follow Jennifer@jenniferpepito and @thepeacefulpress.  To purchase her book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, visit motheringbythebook.com.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

In your mothering journey, which books from children's classic literature do you turn to for help?That one made me stop and think for a while. Of course, there are plenty of “how to” books for mothering. However, I had never considered looking back at my childhood stories... until now!As moms, we face so many struggles and fears. Is what we're doing enough? How will our kids turn out? As we face these fears, we wonder what we can do.My guest on this episode is Jennifer Pepito, a writer, and mother of seven! Despite her desire to raise a strong family, fear stole her joy as a mother. Likewise, she has asked herself whether what she was doing was the right thing for her children.Then, she discovered her joy in an unexpected place! It was in the pages of classic literature that she read aloud to her children every day. Through these stories, she restored the wonder of childhood to both herself and her children.As Jennifer explains in her book, Mothering by the Book, we can use those lessons to overcome our fears.Jennifer will share lessons from three of my favorite classics:Focusing on the positive from: Little House on the Prairie SeriesSpeaking Life to those around you from: Charlotte's WebTaking time to reflect from: Pride & Prejudice "Becoming a better, happier mom starts with the stories you tell your kids.”

Applications for the AMA's 2023 Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program are now open: https://www.ama-assn.org/joyinmedicine Aman Sethi, MD, director of wellness operations at the Permanente Medical Group in Oakland, Calif., shares a comprehensive plan, including simple, impactful interventions, for bringing back joy and meaning in medicine and reducing physician burnout. He also discusses the important role recognition plays in that work. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.

Books are incredibly powerful. We know this and yet as moms we don't always make time to read. The world tells us that there is no time for anything, ever. And in the same breath often tells us what to do, what to read, how to think, how to mother…and a lot of that messaging leaves us feeling fearful, unworthy, and like we aren't doing enough. What if there was a way to step off the hamster wheel of modern motherhood and find ourselves feeling more whole, more worthy, and like we're getting it right? And what if the secret to that was found in reading more books? Today's conversation with Jennifer Pepito is so enlightening. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I am a changed person, a changed mother, and I believe a better mother because I read books. Namely the books of the authors I have interviewed here on the podcast, including Jennifer's book Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. Jennifer is here to expand our book lists and shine a light on our motherhood journeys with deep, mature insights, ideas for battling comparison and other daily fears that arise in our mama hearts. Jennifer's Bio: Jennifer Pepito is the author of Mothering by the Book and the founder of The Peaceful Press (http://thepeacefulpress.com). Jennifer is on a mission to help moms overcome fear and love their life, and her homeschool curriculum empowers this through heroic stories, heartwarming poetry, and engaging life skills development. Her resources help create joyful memories among families, which leads to deeper connections and lasting relationships. Jennifer's writing has been featured in several online and print journals, including Wild and Free, Commonplace Quarterly, and Home Educating Family. She's a Wild and Free podcast host and has made guest appearances on popular podcasts such as 1000 Hours Outside, At Home with Sally, and Charlotte Mason Poetry. Jennifer lives in the mountains with her beloved family, where she enjoys reading aloud, working in her garden, and watching the sunset. FULL SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE AT: WWW.ELEVATINGMOTHERHOOD.COM Elevating Motherhood Links: Website: www.elevatingmotherhood.com Instagram: @loribethauldridge @elevatingmotherhood Wellnesse: www.wellnesse.com/loribeth (CODE: LORIBETH for 10% off your order!) Homeschool Explained: www.homeschoolexplained.com

The best kind of mentor for motherhood is a real life one, but sometimes that's just not possible. When needed, a book can be a great alternative. Fortunately, we've had Titus 2 examples and the wisdom of other trusted women in our lives because we've always surrounded ourselves with good books. Voices of encouragement, discipleship, and practical help have rung out to us from these pages and have helped shape our day-to-day faithfulness to our husbands, our children, our ministry commitments, our walk with the Lord…pretty much every area of our lives! In today's episode, Jamie Erickson and September McCarthy speak with Jennifer Pepito, author of Mothering By the Book: the Power in Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. They discuss the importance of reading aloud to your kids, making time for personal reading in the busyness of our day, and options for the mom who isn't a reader. We'd love to know what books have been meaningful to you. Which ones do you find yourself going back to again and again for wisdom, for spiritual discipleship, for practical advice? Join us over on Instagram or Facebook to continue the discussion. Resources & Links Mothering By the Book: the Power in Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer Pepito, www.motheringbythebook.com The Peaceful Press Shop Jennifer Pepito on Instagram at @thepeacefulpress and @jenniferpepito

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Unfortunately, for many, the Christmas season can be void of joy. In this sermon, we look to Mary, the mother of Jesus, and learn how to recapture joy during difficult times.

Nearly every mother experiences fear throughout her parenting journey. As Jennifer and I discuss in this episode, there are often new fears that emerge at every stage of parenthood. We may fear failing our kids or fear for their safety, but the reality is that fear creates a suffocating environment in our homes. As a long-time homeschooling mother of seven, Jennifer shares her journey of recognizing the impact of fear on her family and how she used the power of story to overcome it. This is such a rich, grace-filled conversation meant to encourage you as you fight fear and embrace joy in your mothering. In this episode, we cover: How fears in motherhood change from season to season The most common sources of our fears as mothers Transforming our families by exchanging the power of fear for the power of joy Using the power of story of overcome fears The gifts we give our children by prioritizing reading aloud as a family Creating an environment in which our kids can pursue their unique interests Reconnecting to our own passions and interests in the midst of mothering How mothers can model a life of joy in our homes What to read and how to create time for reading aloud View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsors! TOUPS AND CO ORGANICS | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com AZURE STANDARD | Use code FARMHOUSE10 at AzureStandard.com Please see full show notes for more details on these offers. RESOURCES Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer Pepito Audiobook resources: Libby, Librivox, Audible, Storynory CONNECT Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest Join us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!

Jennifer Pepito, author of “Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy," shares about bringing freedom to the parenting process. Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, outlines the desire to equip young children about the topics of truth from a Biblical worldview. Click here for today's show notes

This week, Tecia and Andra got to talk with author, homeschooler, and curriculum creator, Jennifer Pepito. Jennifer has recently released her book, Mothering By the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. This book is a MUST for mothers who are looking for ways to quiet their spirit and capture their thoughts through great works of literature and reading aloud during family time. Jennifer has some amazing insights and we can't wait to share them with you! Want to connect with Jennifer? thepeacefulpress.com motheringbythebook.com Instagram: jennniferpepito

In this week's episode, Carrie talks with Jennifer Pepito about the many gifts of homeschooling.  As homeschooling moms, not every day feels like a gift.   Our children are not perfect and our homes aren't always joyful.  This is why we need a gentle reminder every now and then that homeschooling really is a gift! Jennifer is the founder of Peaceful Press Curriculum and Resources and the author of the new book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy.  If you are feeling overwhelmed and burnt out or you are second-guessing your decision to homeschool and God's calling to home education, you don't want to miss this week's little coffee break.  You will be encouraged and inspired.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, take a deep breathe, and join Carrie and Jennifer for some much-needed coffee and conversation.  To learn more about the Peaceful Press, visit Peaceful Press.  Follow Jennifer@jenniferpepito and @thepeacefulpress.  To purchase her book, Mothering by the Book:  The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, visit motheringbythebook.com.To purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee):  Homeschool in Step with God), visit  Amazon.com.  For more daily devotions, encouragement, and articles on how to homeschool, visit Coffeewithcarrie.org, Tiktok @coffeewcarrie, or youtube channel Coffee With Carrie Homeschool Help   To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast.  New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating.  Click HERE; it is easy and free!#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrieSupport the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more ...

At 18, Cindy Villanueva was clearly on the fast path to success. Attending UCLA after an illustrious high school journey that included near- perfect grades, Cindy instead got pregnant and became a teen mom and college dropout.  But even after three more children and a volatile divorce, Cindy didn't give up. You will learn: Deferred goals can always be resusitated if they're worth preserving.Martial arts are not only helpful for self-defense, but for character building.Reaching back out to others who can benefit from the wisdom of your former pain points makes awful events meaningful. Cindy Villanueva is the author of Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy  and motivational speaker. The owner of Knockout Marketing Strategies and mother of four, Cindy splits her time between Austin, Texas, and New Smyrna, Florida.Connect with her at https://cindyvillanueva.com/On Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CindyVillanuevaAuthor/Lizbeth's linksBuy Lizbeth a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/LizbethMeredithLizbeth's memoir, now a movie! Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters Lizbeth's memoir, now a movie! Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JW0COTIAuthor Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/lizbethmeredithfan/https://lameredith.com/Want a free coaching hour?  I help those grounded in grit turn their challenges into their superpower.To learn more, check out https://lameredith.com/coaching/     

Today's topic is one that is very close to my heart because when I was a child, my mom read so many books to me, and to this day, I still remember so many of the stories that she read aloud. Joining me is Jennifer Pepito, author of Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, and we are chatting about just that – the positive effects of reading aloud to your children. Jennifer is the mother of seven children whom she has been homeschooling for twenty-five years. She enthusiastically describes her homeschooling routine and whether or not there were any surprises along the way, how to respond to children who are having difficulty settling down, and more. She also goes into detail about her book and what it's about, the thought process that went into reading it, and how to overcome the fears that accompany motherhood. She is such a seasoned mother and homeschooler and has such a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to share, and I hope that you find her words helpful. If so, be sure to check out her book! In This Episode [01:11] – We are talking about the book Mothering by the Book today![01:54] – Jennifer shares some background information with us.[02:27] – Did Jennifer always intend to homeschool her children?[03:03] – Jennifer reveals whether or not homeschooling went according to plan.[05:14] – Jennifer explains how she found time in her day to read aloud to her children.[06:50] – Jennifer continued reading aloud with her children even when they got older.[08:20] – Jennifer shares where we can find time for homeschooling and reading aloud.[11:05] – How do we get children to sit still to listen to a book?[12:57] – Jennifer reflects on times when there are interruptions.[13:49] – Get some more information about the thought process behind Jennifer's book.[16:43] – I highly recommend the book Evidence Not Seen.[18:19] – Jennifer offers insightful advice to new mothers.[21:36] – Jennifer advises us on how to let go of children entering adulthood.[23:44] – How can we get started making reading aloud a practice in our homes?[24:55] – What are some of Jennifer's favorite read-aloud titles?[27:41] – Thank you for joining me, Jennifer! Links & Resources Crystal Paine Books Mothering by the Book by Jennifer Pepito A Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom Evidence Not Seen by Darlene Deibler Rose Atomic Habits by James Clear The Little Britches by Ralph Moody Endurance by Alfred Lansing Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis Miracles on Maple Hill by Virginia Sorensen Social Media Crystal Paine on InstagramCrystal Paine on TwitterCrystal Paine on GoodreadsMoney Saving MomMoney Saving Mom on FacebookMoney Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook groupcrystal@moneysavingmom.com

Martial artist, marketing pro, professor, mother, and author of "Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Journey to Recapture Joy", Master Villanueva joins us to explore seven life changing principles outlined in her book: 1. Get in the Ring 2. Get in the Right Ring 3. Get Prepared 4. Get Comfortable with Punches 5. Don't Fight Mad 6. Mix it Up 7. Listen to Your Coach Learn more about Master Villanueva at http://cindyvillanueva.com/ Learn more about Rising Phoenix Martial Arts at https://risingphoenixtkd.com Music courtesy of https://podcastthemes.com/

Jennifer Pepito and I have had many wonderful conversations on the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wild-free/id1209794530 (WILD + FREE) podcast, a community of moms seeking to give their children a beautiful childhood—whether that's through homeschooling or not. She has a new book out now: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/motheringbythebook (Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy). As parents, it's common for us to feel afraid of things both big and small. You can read all of the self-help books out there, but one of the surest ways to overcome our fears is to hear the real stories of other moms navigating their own hardships and conquering them. We talk about the lessons you can learn from stories, combating perfectionism in parenting, and moving on from your mistakes. You can download show notes for the podcast here: https://blog.bravewriter.com/category/podcasts/ (https://blog.bravewriter.com/category/podcasts/) Resources: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/ (thepeacefulpreschool.com) Read: https://motheringbythebook.com (Mothering by the Book) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferpepito (@jenniferpepito) | https://www.instagram.com/thepeacefulpress/?hl=en (@thepeacefulpress) Want help getting started with Brave Writer? Head over to https://bravewriter.com/getting-started (bravewriter.com/getting-started) Sign up for the Brave Writer newsletter to learn about all of the special offers we're doing in 2022 and you'll get a free seven-day Writing Blitz guide just for signing up: https://go.bravewriter.com/writing-blitz (https://go.bravewriter.com/writing-blitz) Connect with Julie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliebravewriter/ (instagram.com/juliebravewriter) Twitter: http://twitter.com/bravewriter (twitter.com/bravewriter) Facebook: https://facebook.com/bravewriter (facebook.com/bravewriter)

What fear pops up in your parenting again and again? Maybe it's, “how do I teach my kids that they can do hard things in a loving way?” or, “what if my kids make bad decisions?” or “what if I'm a bad mom?” These fears can feel overwhelming and that the answers to them are complicated.  My guest this week gives us an unexpected ally in overcoming the fears that grip us as moms - reading aloud. It sounds almost too simple, but author and mom of 7, Jennifer Pepito, shows us that the stories we share with our kids can help them navigate some of the tougher experiences with life. By exposing our kids to character building stories we can infuse them with perspective and thoughtfulness as they face life's difficult situations. She also encourages us that forgiveness can be an avenue to freedom from fear in our lives and specifically our parenting.  TRIGGER WARNING: This episode briefly mentions suicide. If you or anyone you know are struggling with suicidal thoughts please reach out to someone you trust. You can call or text 988 anytime of day or night.  Connect with Jennifer Pepito:  Website:  https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/peacefulpress/   Instagram:  @JenniferPepito Links Mentioned:   Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer Pepito PREORDER BONUSES→Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer Pepito Wild and Free Podcast  Books Mentioned: Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing  Little Britches: Father and I Were Ranchers  by Ralph Moody (book 1 of 8 in series) The Hiding Place  by Corrie Ten Boom Swiss Family Robinson  by Johann David Wyss James Herriot book series  The Little House 9 Volume Set (includes Little House on the Prairie) by Laura Ingalls Wilder Treasures of the Snow by Patricia St. John  All-of-a-Kind Family by Sydney Taylor  The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright  Related Episodes: Recovering from Mom Burnout :: Nicole Zasowski [Ep 357] The Day Fear Died :: Courtney Smallbone [Ep 201] Practicing Faith Through Fear :: Dominique Young [Ep 295] Featured Sponsors:  Caraway. Non-Toxic cookware made modern. Get 10% off your next purchase at Carawayhome.com/DMA. Stitch Fix. For a limited time, get $20 off your first purchase at StitchFix.com/DMA  Outschool. Save $15 on your child's first class at Outschool.com/DMA.

As moms, we set the tone in our homes.  Joy is a key element to learning, but even more importantly, we are called to it as believers. God gives us tools to help recapture joy when it has waned or has been lost completely. Today Jennifer Pepito, owner of The Peaceful Press and author of Mothering By the Book, joins us to talk about the power of reading aloud to recapture joy!  Resources mentioned: The Unhurried Homeschooler Unhurried Grace for a Mom's Heart The Four-Hour School Day Simply Unhurried Community  Charlotte Mason Companion The Awakening of Miss Prim Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto Passion Driven Education Mere Motherhood Ways to connect with Jennifer and find her new book with a special bonus! www.motheringbythebook.com www.instagram.com/jenniferpepito www.instagram.com/thepeacefulpress www.thepeacefulpress.shop (P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)                

As you know, I've decided to focus and be even more present with my little ones. As a mama we want to nourish our families but fear creeps in and steals our joy. I am so excited for today's timely conversations with Jennifer Pepito - Author, mama of 7 and Founder of The Peaceful Press - providing families curriculum that promotes connection between parents and children. We are diving into her new book, Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. Tune in as we take you on a journey behind the book. Join us in the conversation. Take a screenshot, share your biggest takeaway and tag us on Instagram stories @katecrocco   RESOURCES: Jennifer Pepito - The Peaceful Press Shop | Mothering by the Book 30 Days to Think Like a Boss Devotional, to help you step outside of fear and lean on your faith to create an unshakable mindset even when things are hard and uncertain. Head to katecrocco.com/devotional for 30 days of daily inspiration directly to your inbox for FREE.   Drawing the Line - AVAILABLE NOW

In this week's episode, my friend Jennifer Pepito is back and we are celebrating the release of her new book, “Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy”! From extending grace, establishing rhythm, reading classic literature, to being positive producers in our homes and communities… we invite you to listen in as we discuss the ways in which we can find joy in the midst of hardship.“We can still, even while things might seem to be falling apart in one area, bake our bread or hang the laundry on the line and appreciate the beautiful smell and the way it looks in the breeze, or take our children on a picnic and appreciate the beauty of being outdoors with them. Even in the midst of hardship, we can find joy, and that's what we see in these stories and what we can live out in our own personal lives.” – Jennifer Pepito (@jenniferpepito on Instagram) A few little things that were mentioned in today's episode + the coordinating details:1. Preorder Jen's book, "Mothering by the Book", here! (Don't forget to add your order number at the bottom of her website to receive her Mothering by the Book Course, as a complimentary gift! Book launches August 2nd!2. Jen's "Peaceful Press Planner", available here.3. The Little House on the Prairie Series, available here.4. 24 Family Ways by Clay Clarkson, available here.5. M is for Mama by Abbie Halberstadt, available here (Find Abbie @m.is.for.mama on Instagram)___Last week we announced something HUGE coming this fall, listen here!The Homemaker's Club™ is a sisterhood of women who value the old-fashioned ways and traditions of making house a home. We are the homemakers, gathered for good. ™Join our community of thousands of women worldwide, as we navigate the joys and hardships of homemaking, alongside one another! The Homemaker's Club currently gathers on Instagram. 

Jennifer Pepito is a homeschool mom of 7, founder of the Peaceful Press, and author of Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy. In this conversation, Jennifer looks back over her decades of homeschool experience to share advice and encouragement for persevering through the ups and downs of homeschooling life. Grab your copy of Jennifer's new book, Mothering by the Book: https://bit.ly/3BhgA7TFind show notes for this episode: homeschoolcompass.com/podcastCheck out Jennifer's resources for homeschool families at The Peaceful Press: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/ Use code NEWFRIEND for a discount when you purchase from Jennifer's shop.Follow Jennifer at https://www.instagram.com/jenniferpepito/Follow the Homeschool Compass for daily homeschool encouragement on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterSign up for the Homeschool Compass email newsletter to receive articles, inspiration, and homeschool deals delivered right to your inbox each week: https://mailchi.mp/e0bd51f61dfb/x5rn6z49e8

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Cindy Villanueva. She is the author of Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy, a memoir/self-help/inspiration book where she tells personal stories of tragedy to overcoming using martial arts as a metaphor for life. She owns a martial arts studio in Austin, TX where she is the 7th degree black belt master instructor. Cindy is a mother of four and grandmother of three. Connect with Cindy: https://cindyvillanueva.com/ Sandee's Group Coaching: https://sandeesgarlata.mykajabi.com/happiness-solved-for-everyone-sp Connect with Sandee www.sandeesgarlata.com Sandee's book: www.sandeesgarlata.com/the-book Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata

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Listen to Cliff Hsia's and Derek Kamm's Fascinating People podcast with Cindy Villanueva. She is the author of Don't Fight Mad, A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy. Through deeply personal stories, Cindy shares how martial arts became a metaphor for recapturing her strength, identity, and joy. In her book, she offers a candid and authentic blueprint for those who long to rekindle the wonder of a well-lived existence. Cindy has been through it all. After rejecting Stanford for UCLA, she subsequently dropped out of university to give birth to her daughter at age 19. Whether it was through domestic abuse, adultery, embezzlement, two divorces, and many other personal setbacks, Cindy found a renewed joy for life through her faith, family, martial arts, education, and teaching. Join us as we hear Cindy's inspiring message of fighting for joy and living in grace. Hosts: Cliff Hsia and Derek Kamm

In this last episode of Prickly and Blooming Season 3, host Jessie Browning checks in with some of her guests from Season 2. Listen as Jess Norman shares how her ex-husband and husband came together and decided to move forward. Ali talks about her new Instagram Live series called Uncomfortable Truths, and Cindy Villanueva talks about her new book. Hannah Bauman talks about getting married, her new home and how she's patiently waiting to go on her honeymoon. Samantha Heuwagen previews her next book that comes out in August, and Tricia Brooks talks about overcoming depression. Episode Timeline: [00:03] Intro [03:31] Checking in with Jess Norman [10:48] Where is our Texas weather? [13:50] A meeting between her husband & ex-husband [28:21] Forgiving and letting go [33:30] Checking in with Ali Holder [37:25] Where everyone is landing with live music [41:05] An Intensive outpatient program [44:44] Uncomfortable Truths [46:52] Checking in with Cindy Villanueva [53:23] The companion journal [57:44] Checking in with Hannah Bauman [1:01:12] Finally, a honeymoon [1:02:44] Buying her first home [1:05:45] Hannah's biggest change since COVID-19 [1:09:59] Checking in with Samantha Heuwagen [1:15:42] Her thriving practice [1:21:42] So much leopard print [1:26:14] Checking in with Tricia Brooks [1:32:14] Her 30th birthday [1:40:48] Work into identity [1:47:21] Outro Resources Mentioned: Jess Norman's Prickly and Blooming episode Video of Jessie falling on Instagram Ali Holder's Prickly and Blooming episode Orangetheory Fitness Ali Holder on Instagram "Uncomfortable Truths" album Cindy Villanueva's Prickly and Blooming episode Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy by Cindy Villanueva Don't Fight Mad: A Companion Journal by Cindy Villanueva Hannah Bauman's Prickly and Blooming episode Samantha Heuwagen's Prickly and Blooming episode In the Wake of Stars by Samantha Heuwagen Genogram Improv Cooperative Storytelling with Natalie Munoz Read...

In this last episode of Prickly and Blooming Season 3, host Jessie Browning checks in with some of her guests from Season 2. Listen as Jess Norman shares how her ex-husband and husband came together and decided to move forward. Ali talks about her new Instagram Live series called Uncomfortable Truths, and Cindy Villanueva talks about her new book. Hannah Bauman talks about getting married, her new home and how she’s patiently waiting to go on her honeymoon. Samantha Heuwagen previews her next book that comes out in August, and Tricia Brooks talks about overcoming depression.   Episode Timeline: [00:03] Intro [03:31] Checking in with Jess Norman [10:48] Where is our Texas weather? [13:50] A meeting between her husband & ex-husband [28:21] Forgiving and letting go [33:30] Checking in with Ali Holder [37:25] Where everyone is landing with live music [41:05] An Intensive outpatient program [44:44] Uncomfortable Truths [46:52] Checking in with Cindy Villanueva [53:23] The companion journal [57:44] Checking in with Hannah Bauman [1:01:12] Finally, a honeymoon [1:02:44] Buying her first home [1:05:45] Hannah’s biggest change since COVID-19 [1:09:59] Checking in with Samantha Heuwagen [1:15:42] Her thriving practice [1:21:42] So much leopard print [1:26:14] Checking in with Tricia Brooks [1:32:14] Her 30th birthday [1:40:48] Work into identity [1:47:21] Outro   Resources Mentioned: Jess Norman’s Prickly and Blooming episode Video of Jessie falling on Instagram Ali Holder’s Prickly and Blooming episode Orangetheory Fitness Ali Holder on Instagram “Uncomfortable Truths” album Cindy Villanueva’s Prickly and Blooming episode Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy by Cindy Villanueva Don't Fight Mad: A Companion Journal by Cindy Villanueva Hannah Bauman’s Prickly and Blooming episode Samantha Heuwagen’s Prickly and Blooming episode In the Wake of Stars by Samantha Heuwagen Genogram Improv Cooperative Storytelling with Natalie Munoz Read Aloud in Microsoft Word The Starless Series by Samantha Heuwagen Tricia Brooks’ Prickly and Blooming episode Lofty Questions Mindvalley   Standout Quotes: “Sometimes society makes people perpetuate this ugliness so that they’re not questioned for their decisions.” -Jess Norman [26:43] “There’s somebody out there who needs a hand up because she’s going through something similar, and the hard lessons, they shouldn’t be in a box on the shelf. They should be shared.” -Cindy Villanueva [55:52] “When we keep having the same thing coming to us, it’s like the universe trying to teach us this… not teach us a lesson, but it’s a lesson that we maybe haven’t learned yet, and we need to hear. And we need to go into that.” -Tricia Brooks [1:35:29]   Connect: Connect with Lajoie Society: Lajoie Society is Prickly & Blooming; please rate, review, and subscribe. Lajoie Society on Instagram Lajoie Society on Facebook Lajoie Society on Twitter Lajoie Society Website

I was delighted when a friend introduced me to Episode 24's guest, Cindy Villanueva. We were both unwed teen moms who bounced back from that failure only to end up with divorce, domestic violence, and career setbacks as part of our stories.   In her memoir, Don't Fight Mad, a Blackbelt's Quest to Recapture Joy, Cindy shares how she transformed life's challenges into gifts of resilience and strength. Like me, Cindy bounced back from her hardships as a teen mom. She persevered in getting her education, pursued her career, and successfully raised her children. We both learned that we aren't our failures. And, thanks to our faith, we've also learned that we aren't what we've accomplished. Our identities are more than our degrees, careers, and even our children. Tune in to learn more from her story! Thank you everyone for following and for leaving a rating or review. I love you! Want more content? Check out my related blog. Want to learn more about Cindy? Buy Cindy's book? Want to see what else I'm up to? You can find me in these places: Pandora's Website Pandora's Instagram Pandora's All Gifts Facebook

Cindy is a seventh-degree black belt instructor, a professor, an entrepreneur, and the author of the new book "Don't Fight Mad: A Black Belt's Quest to Recapture Joy". She uses stories and past life experience to help engage and inspire clients to achieve lives of strength and joy. The Mental Corner Podcast is a show hosted by Harry Potvin where guests from all different backgrounds come on weekly and discuss the many different aspects of Mental Health and how we can change society, and ourselves for the better. Cindy's Socials: Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08SH57NWV?fbclid=IwAR34Fiqzh9MkG1o23P8uWyOPOOXTZ0nzAQjb3Fs8BJk0Nq7eMgeb-s9u1ug Website: https://cindyvillanueva.com Harry's Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thementalcorner/