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63: Disney Princesses: Drawing the Bigger Picture Jan 14, 2019

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Fabiola Garza is one AMAZING artist, who landed her childhood dream job. Fabi is a Character Artist for...*drumroll please*... DISNEY!
In this episode, we hash out the highs and lows of Disney princesses, and what they REALLY teach us. If you love Disney, this is one fairytale episode you won't want to miss!
Keep up with Fabi on Instagram here, and on her website: here!
And be sure to check out Fabiola's book: "The Story of Saint John Paul II"! Seriously...I enjoy this book just as much as my kids!
Have post-Christmas blues, or did you totally drop the ball on gift-giving? Don't worry, Ethical Trade has you covered with the most perfect gift guides! Get the most unique and ethical gifts HERE!

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62: Beyond LGBT Jan 07, 2019

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Anna Carter is one fabulous and brave soul!
Her ministry work has helped those struggling with same-sex desires and helps the universal Church in how we can approach this pressing subject with love, compassion, and truth.
In our conversation, we discuss Anna's experience with same-sex attraction, healthy friendships, accountability, and so much more!
Anna is the founder of Eden Invitation, an evangelistic outreach for Christians with same-sex attraction. Check it out HERE!
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61: The First Human to Mars will be a WOMAN Dec 22, 2018

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The first human to Mars will be a WOMAN ... if Alyssa Carson has anything to say about it.
Alyssa is not your average 17 year old, by a long shot. She's in training to be the first human on Mars. Yes. I said MARS. The freakin planet Mars. This young lady has a love affair with the red planet and has since pursued her dreams undauntedly.
She shares with us how it all started (hint: maybe cartoons aren't all that bad), and what her life is like now and where she hopes she'll land (figuratively and geographically).
Alyssa is an amazing reminder that no dream is out of reach or even out of this world. Yeah, I know it's corny to say, but dang, it is true!
You can stay in touch with Alyssa's journey here.
Leave a comment, review or happy note about this episode or podcast HERE!

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60: Little Advent = BIG Results! Dec 06, 2018

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Nancy is the founder of "Do Small Things With Love" Catholic blog and community for Catholic women. And, while she may be "doing small things" they are having a BIG impact!
Especially concerning ADVENT. She's got THE LIST for all Advent activities for kids, families, and adults to help people of all ages and stages of life prepare for, reflect on, and embrace the true meaning of Christmas.
AANNNDD...
You seriously, most definitely, do NOT want to miss THIS because (drum roll, please) it holds the golden key to the Do-Gooder's Guide to Christmas Shopping!
Catholic Relief Services - Ethical Trade has come out with, honest to goodness, the most perfect holiday gift guide EVER.
Every single one of the vendors has been vetted by CRS, so you can rest easy that all of your Christmas and Holiday purchases are not just NOT harming others, but are actually HELPING and EMPOWERING others. (can I get an AMEN!?)
Shop the CSR Ethical Trade Holiday Gift Guide and then share that fantastic beauty with others!
Peace and Joy!
-Leah

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59: Lila Rose Goes To Battle Nov 27, 2018

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Lila Rose is an American pro-life activist and the founder of Live Action. She conducts undercover activities in abortion facilities in the United States, including affiliates of Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
During our conversation, we talk about St. Joan of Ark (Lila’s Confirmation Saint), the Pro-life versus Pro-death climate, the banning of Pro-life speech and promotion on social media platforms, and future plans for the Pro-life movement.
You can follow Lila on Twitter (@lilagracerose and @liveaction) and on her website www.liveaction.org.
Also, Want to make sure EVERYONE on your Christmas list has a unique gift that also HELPS someone else out? Check out the Ethical Trade Gift Guide here -- https://ethicaltrade.crs.org/guide/holiday-gift-guide/

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58: Hell Burns (and other thoughts from Sr. Helena Burns) Nov 19, 2018

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Now, this one starts out a little different ... I usually introduce my guests (like a normal host) but when Sr. Helena and I began speaking, we just jumped right into a normal and absolutely awesome (thanks to her) convo about life, family, nonsensical crap, and some good ol' holy stuff.
Sr. Helena covers a multitude of topics here, but *really* goes deep into why and how the "theology of the body" saved her vocation ... second to Jesus, of course.
Enjoy my friends. And know of our prayers for you!
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Sr. Helena Burns is a member of the Daughters of St. Paul, an international congregation founded to communicate God’s Word through the media. She gives Media Literacy and Theology of the Body workshops to youth and adults all over the U.S. and Canada, and believes that media can be a primary tool for sharing God’s love and salvation.

You can follow Sr. Helena on Twitter (@SrHelenaBurns) and read her blog (hellburns.blogspot.com). I highly encourage you to purchase her book at www.tinyurl.com/dailybook

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57: Running Myself Together Nov 12, 2018

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Maria is the beautiful mind behind RunningMyselfTogether, a blog on faith, running, and mental health. After years of struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, and depression, she now helps others who are facing the same trials find their passion for running and know their worth in Christ. She’s an RRCA certified run coach who, while never being a runner growing up, has come to see the immense value running can have in a holistic approach to living a good, healthy life.

She challenges us to find the joy in our work, whatever it may be, because this is the race the Lord has set before us (Romans 12:11-12).

Follow Maria on her blog,
www.runningmyselftogether.com, and her Instagram: @RunningMyselfTogether

Here is the link to the "Tool Kit" that Maria mentions in our conversation.

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56: The Gift of Autism Nov 05, 2018

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Carolyn is a mom, a blogger, and an Etsy artist who spends a large portion of her time raising her family of five boys. She loves her role as a mother, and though it comes with its challenges, knows of the gift that each of her children are to this world.

In our conversation, Carolyn takes us through the journey of raising a son with autism. Though the diagnosis was hard, she has come to see the sunny side of autism through her son, Emmett. She challenges us to follow other moms with special needs children on Instagram including Shannon, Kristin, Mary, and Sylvia.

You can follow Carolyn on Instagram @carolyn_svellerella and on her blog.

Additionally, you can view Carolyn’s Etsy art products by visiting here or following her on Instagram @brass_and_mint_co

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55: Nothing but Gratitude Nov 01, 2018

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Josie Robinson, a writer and counselor, offers support and encouragement to people who struggle to find meaning in today's intense, chaotic world.

Josie shares with us how she helps people create a joyful and inspiring life through the simple, yet powerful, practice of gratitude. In our conversation, she challenges us with a 30 day gratitude practice, explaining to us the 6 steps of how to “Give T.H.A.N.K.S.”

“Give T.H.A.N.K.S Practice”:

T: think

H: have an open mind

A: allow yourself to feel gratitude

N: note your gratitude

K: keep in a special place

S: share your gratitude

Be sure to treat yourself and gift to a friend Josie’s book and gratitude journal!

You can connect with Josie Robinson at her website https://josierobinson.com

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54: This Is Us (answering your questions) Oct 09, 2018

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We continue Season 6 of This is Us with a fun Q&A session answering your questions.

In Episode 2, Ricky and I take turns asking each other YOUR questions from my Insta post. We mostly agreed on them, but ya know, marriage. 😉
Once you've had a chance to listen, head on over to the blog and join us in the comments.

Enjoy!

P.S. We have only two more episodes in Season 6, and so, if you have any other topics or questions you want us to address, leave a comment here ---> https://leahdarrow.com/podcast/2447/

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