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The Result of My Lecture to Hallie Oct 20, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie explore the complexities of relationships, politics, and personal growth. They share humorous anecdotes about their interactions, delve into the challenges of grief and anger, and reflect on the importance of family time. The conversation also touches on spiritual messages from nature and the concept of strength in vulnerability. They conclude with expressions of gratitude for the little joys in life, emphasizing the power of choice in shaping their experiences.

Takeaways

Relationships often involve moments of misunderstanding and humor.
Engaging in political discussions can highlight differences in perspectives within a relationship.
Grief can manifest in various emotions, including anger and confusion.
Quality family time can provide much-needed emotional recharge.
Nature can offer spiritual messages that resonate with personal experiences.
Strength is not the absence of pain but the choice to keep moving forward.
Gratitude can shift focus from challenges to the positives in life.
Communication is key in navigating relationship dynamics.
Personal growth often comes from reflecting on past experiences and emotions.
Finding joy in small moments can enhance overall well-being.

#relationships #grief #politics #family #strength #vulnerability #gratitude #communication #personal #growth #mentalhealth

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Glimmers, Grit, & Grief Oct 13, 2024

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In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on their recent experiences, discussing the balance of grief and joy, the importance of finding glimmers of hope amidst pain, and the healing power of nature. They share personal stories about their trip to Florida, signs from their late daughter Hallie, and the challenges of navigating hard emotions. The conversation also touches on family dynamics, communication, and exciting developments in Angie's writing journey. In this conversation, Angie and Aric discuss various themes surrounding grief, empowerment, and community engagement. Angie shares her experiences reading to children and participating in a podcast focused on women's empowerment. They also reflect on a significant event held at a women's soccer stadium, highlighting the importance of female representation in sports. The conversation concludes with expressions of gratitude and the importance of finding joy amidst sadness.

takeaways

The importance of community support during tough times.
Finding beauty in painful experiences can provide comfort.
Nature can be a healing space for emotional recovery.
Signs from loved ones can manifest in unexpected ways.
It's essential to process emotions rather than escape them.
Communication is key in relationships, especially during hard times.
Children can surprise us with their achievements and growth.
Family dynamics can be complex but rewarding.
Personal growth often comes from navigating grief and loss.
Creative outlets, like writing, can be therapeutic. Angie loves reading to children and finds joy in their innocence.
Grief is a personal journey that cannot be fixed by others.
Support from loved ones can sometimes feel like a burden during tough times.
Empowerment through storytelling is a powerful tool for women.
The women's soccer stadium represents a significant milestone in sports history.
Molly Fletcher's experiences as a female sports agent inspire others.
Burnout often stems from misaligned priorities in life.
Taking risks is easier when the goal is meaningful.
Celebrating achievements in women's empowerment is essential.
Finding glimmers of joy in sadness is a vital part of healing.

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The Sentencing: Before, During & After Oct 07, 2024

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In this episode of 'Blended Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on the emotional journey following the tragic loss of their daughter, Hallie. They discuss the recent sentencing of the individual responsible for her death and share the powerful victim impact statements delivered by family members. The episode captures the profound grief, the struggle for justice, and the resilience of a family navigating their loss while honoring Hallie's memory.
Thank you for all the love and support given to us during heartbreaking time in our lives. Love, Angie & Aric
#grief #victimimpactstatements #HalliePhillips #family #sentencing #emotional #journey #loss #healing #justice #podcast
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The Essence of Self-Worth Sep 29, 2024

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Angie takes on the topic of self-worth. She explores the concepts of self-worth and self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's inherent value. She shares personal anecdotes about motherhood, the challenges of maintaining self-worth in relationships, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Angie encourages listeners to embrace their purpose and engage in positive self-talk, ultimately fostering a deeper understanding of their worth and potential.
Thanks for listening and supporting us along the way. Love, Angie & Aric

takeaways

Self-worth is an internal sense of being worthy of love and belonging.
Self-esteem often relies on external factors, while self-worth is intrinsic.
Motherhood brings both joy and challenges that impact self-worth.
Building self-worth involves recognizing personal strengths and positive relationships.
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining self-worth in relationships.
Negative relationships can drain self-worth; it's important to remove oneself from them.
Self-talk plays a significant role in shaping self-worth; be kind to yourself.
Embracing one's purpose can significantly enhance self-worth.
Everyone is created with inherent value and purpose.

#selfworth #selfesteem #motherhood #relationships #personalgrowth #boundaries #positive #selftalk #purpose #mental health #emotional #wellbeing
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When You Get Put in Time Out! Sep 22, 2024

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Ever feel like you were put in time out as an adult? In this episode, we continue the conversations about our communication improvement journey and the steps we are taking to reintroduce ourselves to each other.
We share insights from our therapy sessions, a movie fail and more ways we continue to honor our beautiful daughter, Hallie, who's no longer with us.
Thank you for following our journey! Love, Angie & Aric
#communication #marriage #hardwork #lifechallenges #thisisus #childloss #therapy #hallieelizabeth #angel #timeout #journey #adultlife #grief
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The Dreaded F Word - And It's Not What You Think - With Lynn Roush Sep 15, 2024

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In this episode, the we invite Lynn Roush, a licensed professional counselor, to discuss the topic of the dreaded F Word --- forgiveness. We explore the challenges and complexities of forgiveness, emphasizing that it is a divine act that goes against our natural human instincts. Forgiveness involves releasing someone from a debt they owe us, just as God forgives us. We also discuss the importance of acknowledging the pain caused and the role of repentance in the forgiveness process. We highlight the need to understand that justice is God's responsibility, not ours. The conversation concludes with the idea that forgiveness is an act of obedience and a gift that everyone wants to receive but no one wants to give. I FEEL THAT!
We dive into the concept of forgiveness. We explore the challenges and misconceptions surrounding forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of humility and genuine repentance. We also discuss the ongoing nature of forgiveness and how it is a daily choice. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the process of seeking forgiveness and the importance of humility and self-reflection.
As always, thanks for listening!! Love, Angie & Aric

#forgiveness #challenges #complexities #divine act #humaninstincts #debt #Godsforgiveness #pain #repentance #justice #obedience #gift #challenges #misconceptions #humility #repentance #emotions, #seekingforgiveness
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Raw & Real - Our Communication Struggles Sep 08, 2024

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In this episode, we get real and raw talking about our communication challenges! We discuss the importance of communication in all types of relationships. We get into the weeds sharing our recent struggle with communication and what we are doing to improve it. IT IS HARD especially in the context of grief and complicated emotions. We have to be super intentional and really try to understand each other's love languages in order to effectively communicate. It is the need for connection or communication that we seek? Hit play to join us in our real time journey to grow our relationship.
Thank you for being here! Angie & Aric
#communication #relationships #lovelanguages #grief #intentionality, #communication #love languages #actsofservice #qualitytime #wordsofaffirmation #physical touch #gratitude
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You Asked Us And We Answered! Sep 01, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie answer listener questions. They discuss the possibility of writing a book about their life story, coping with longing after the loss of a child, and how their parenting style has changed since Hallie's passing. They also talk about how they come up with podcast topics, their self-care routines, and their approach to discipline and connection with their children. In this part of the conversation, Angie and Aric discuss their approach to dating and relationships after the loss of their daughter, Hallie. They talk about the importance of listening to family and friends when it comes to potential red flags in a relationship. They also discuss their parenting styles and how they balance being protective with allowing their children to learn and make their own decisions. They touch on the topic of dealing with criticism and how they handle it with dignity and grace. They also share their experiences with people approaching them in public and how they handle it. Finally, they discuss their feelings of anger and how they navigate it in relation to God, themselves, and others.
As always, thanks for all the love and support, Angie & Aric

#coping #longing #parentingstyle #podcasttopics, #self-care #discipline #connection #dating #relationships #loss #parenting #criticism #publicrecognition #anger #writing #askus #questions
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Back to School Tears or No Tears? Aug 25, 2024

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Do you cry when your kids go back to school or too overjoyed to cry? In this episode, we discuss recent experiences with back-to-school season and the emotions that come with it. We share personal stories about our kids starting school, the challenges of letting go, and the importance of rest and self-care. We also provide tips for setting study schedules and getting to know your kiddo's teachers. At the end, we share an update on Angie's second book, "Are you with me?", which is about facing fears and being brave.
Thanks for listening!!!
Angie & Aric

#backtoschool #emotions #lettinggo #rest #self-care #studyschedules #icanonlyimagine #teachers #bookupdate #facingfears #beingbrave

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Angie's 10 Tips for Survival Aug 18, 2024

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In this episode, Angie shares her 10 tips for survival in life. We are all put on this earth for purpose. And every experience in life has something to teach us. So, grab a pen and paper and hit play as Angie walks through the ways she has learned to survive through the hardest of times. You are stronger than you think!
Thanks for listening!
Angie & Aric
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