Do you have time for yourself? I mean real time devoted to your self-care, hobbies, and working on your Do Something List. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of making time for yourself amidst life’s hustle and bustle. And I…
How do you start a handbell choir? || with Paige Erickson
Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?”…
How to Shift from “Surviving” to “Thriving” || with Brandi Sellerz-Jackson
It’s officially been 4 years since the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic. Recently, I stumbled upon studies showing that the pandemic qualifies as a “collective trauma,” where we’ve all experienced psychological distress together. But here’s the kicker: many people…
Overcoming Barriers to Exercise || Bonus Episode from More Personal
In this special bonus episode you’ll hear from me and my podcast manager, Taylor, as we address the flood of questions and comments that came in after a coaching call about making exercise a habit. We give our own personal…
“How do I make friends after a very isolating season of life?” || Coaching Call with Kim
Kim, a mother of three navigating the challenges of early parenthood, shares her struggles with connecting with others and the fear of vulnerability stemming from past experiences. Together, we uncover that what Kim really wants is to reclaim her sense…
Have you ever thought to “romanticize” your life? || Growth Spurt
Inspired by a friend’s recent story I wanted to explore what it truly means to infuse joy, luxury, and care into our daily routines. From simple acts like lighting a candle while washing our face to more elaborate rituals like…
How to Plan a Week You Can Win || with Jessica Jackson
Jessica Jackson, creator of the Thriving in Motherhood podcast, shares her journey from struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety to finding her way to thriving in motherhood. She recounts the challenges she faced, including a life-threatening illness after the birth…
Our first real influencing experience, a new-to-me sourdough recipe, my next interior design project, my favorite youtube series, and a podcast update || Messy Middle March 2024
This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I’m loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my…
4 Habits That Are Helping Me Show Up
Reflecting on the chaos of the last week while my husband has been out of town, I realized how it echoes past times when this hectic pace was the norm for me. Those times were what sparked a shift in…
How to Get Past Your Past || Bonus episode with Jason VanRuler
In this episode, I interviewed Jason Van Ruler, a seasoned therapist, about the profound impact of our past on our present and future. Jason shared his personal journey, reflecting on a childhood marked by upheaval and trauma, which shaped his…
