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78.5 (Part 2) God’s Grace is Abundant & God is bigger than our struggles // with Misty Phillip Aug 17, 2020

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*This is Part 2* Need some reminding that God’s grace is ever-present and that God is bigger than our struggles? Then tune in to my two part conversation with Misty Phillip, fellow podcaster and encourager of women! Misty reminds us to be kind and gracious to ourselves and shares Biblical wisdom and reminds us to praise God in all seasons. You are going to feel so encouraged and uplifted after listening to Misty, a kind and loving woman of great faith. To connect with Misty after this, visit her website at www.mistyphillip.com and listen to her podcast by clicking here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/by-his-grace/id1448146459 - her podcast is so incredible and inspiring! You can also connect with Misty on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mistyphillip and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mistyphillip and grab a copy of her Bible study book on Amazon by clicking here - https://www.amazon.com/Struggle-Real-But-So-God/dp/0578493799/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=misty+phillip&qid=1597451219&sr=8-1 - or go wherever you like to get books and search for “The Struggle Is Real: But So Is God”. // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

78. God’s Grace is Abundant & God is bigger than our struggles // with Misty Phillip (Part 1) Aug 17, 2020

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Need some reminding that God’s grace is ever-present and that God is bigger than our struggles? Then tune in to my two part conversation with Misty Phillip, fellow podcaster and encourager of women! Misty reminds us to be kind and gracious to ourselves and shares Biblical wisdom and reminds us to praise God in all seasons. You are going to feel so encouraged and uplifted after listening to Misty, a kind and loving woman of great faith. To connect with Misty after this, visit her website at www.mistyphillip.com and listen to her podcast by clicking here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/by-his-grace/id1448146459 - her podcast is so incredible and inspiring! You can also connect with Misty on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mistyphillip and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mistyphillip and grab a copy of her Bible study book on Amazon by clicking here - https://www.amazon.com/Struggle-Real-But-So-God/dp/0578493799/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=misty+phillip&qid=1597451219&sr=8-1 - or go wherever you like to get books and search for “The Struggle Is Real: But So Is God”. // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

77. The First 5 Minutes Are Always The Hardest // Start small, friend Aug 13, 2020

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I’m here to encourage you and support you today, friend. I want to share a powerful truth about 5 minutes and how the first 5 minutes of anything are the hardest! Press play for a quick dose of encouragement and learn what you can do to get past those first 5 minutes! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Author Spotlight #11 Part 2: Love Works // Balancing Kindness & Truthfulness // with Joel Manby Aug 12, 2020

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*This is Part 2* He’s a 25-year CEO, he was on Undercover Boss, he’s a strong Christian and he wrote an incredible book called “Love Works”. My guest today is Joel Manby! I’m super excited to introduce you all to the Author Spotlight this week - Joel wrote the book “Love Works: 7 Timeless Principles for Effective Leaders”. Whether you lead in the home with your family, in the office with your coworkers or at church in a ministry, we can all learn how to be better leaders and lead with love. In this two part interview, Joel and I talk about what love really means, how to use encouragement in a practical and effective way, what it means to be truthful, and a takeaway for you to apply this week! Join me for a fabulous conversation with a wonderful man of God who is sure to inspire you! To connect with Joel after this and grab a copy of his book, visit his website at www.joelmanby.com - I know you will love connecting with him and will love his book! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Author Spotlight #11: Love Works // Practical ways to use encouragement // with Joel Manby (Part 1) Aug 12, 2020

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He’s a 25-year CEO, he was on Undercover Boss, he’s a strong Christian and he wrote an incredible book called “Love Works”. My guest today is Joel Manby! I’m super excited to introduce you all to the Author Spotlight this week - Joel wrote the book “Love Works: 7 Timeless Principles for Effective Leaders”. Whether you lead in the home with your family, in the office with your coworkers or at church in a ministry, we can all learn how to be better leaders and lead with love. In this two part interview, Joel and I talk about what love really means, how to use encouragement in a practical and effective way, what it means to be truthful, and a takeaway for you to apply this week! Join me for a fabulous conversation with a wonderful man of God who is sure to inspire you! To connect with Joel after this and grab a copy of his book, visit his website at www.joelmanby.com - I know you will love connecting with him and will love his book! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

76.5 Love the way you parent & tools for whining & more // with Coach Rosemary Clark (Part 2) Aug 10, 2020

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*This is Part 2* Ok parents, you are getting pure GOLD in today’s episode! I am joined by parenting coach Rosemary Clark and she uses an incredible method that you probably haven’t heard of yet - The Language of Listening Method. In Part 1 of our conversation, Rose really explains why this method is supportive of the parent child relationship and gives us super practical examples of how to use the tools from this method and WHAT TO SAY to our kids. It’s seriously so simple and so genius! In Part 2, we dive into a practical example of how to handle whining, sibling aggression, and Rose has some super encouraging words for you, mamas. I’ve been using the Language of Listening methods in my own life & you guys, it’s amazing! I know you’re going to love today’s episode and I pray it blesses your family! These parenting tools are incredible. Don’t forget to screenshot the episode and tag me on Instagram (@500secondstojoypodcast) as well as Rose (@love.the.way.you.parent) and let us know your biggest takeaway! May we love the way we parent more and more each day! To connect with Rosemary after this and hop on a free 45 minute call with her, head to https://www.afteraces.com/love-the-way-you-parent and book that call (I’ve done it myself and it’s incredible!). To connect with Rose on social media, head to her Facebook group at www.facebook.com/lovethewayyouparent and connect on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/love.the.way.you.parent - Rose shares so much goodness! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

76. How to love the way you parent // with Language of Listening coach Rosemary Clark (Part 1) Aug 10, 2020

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Ok parents, you are getting pure GOLD in today’s episode! I am joined by parenting coach Rosemary Clark and she uses an incredible method that you probably haven’t heard of yet - The Language of Listening Method. In Part 1 of our conversation, Rose really explains why this method is supportive of the parent child relationship and gives us super practical examples of how to use the tools from this method and WHAT TO SAY to our kids. It’s seriously so simple and so genius! I’ve been using her methods in my own life & you guys, it’s amazing! I know you’re going to love today’s episode and I pray it blesses your family! Don’t forget to screenshot the episode and tag me on Instagram (@500secondstojoypodcast) as well as Rose (@love.the.way.you.parent) and let us know your biggest takeaway! May we love the way we parent more and more each day! To connect with Rosemary after this and hop on a free 45 minute call with her, head to https://www.afteraces.com/love-the-way-you-parent and book that call (I’ve done it myself and it’s incredible!). To connect with Rose on social media, head to her Facebook group at www.facebook.com/lovethewayyouparent and connect on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/love.the.way.you.parent - Rose shares so much goodness! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Bonus #26: 4 Questions To Ask Yourself When You Don’t Know What Lights You Up // Discover passions Aug 07, 2020

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Ready to ask yourself 4 questions to uncover what lights you up and what you’re passionate about? This episode is for you if you need some help rediscovering or uncovering for the first time just what God has called you to in this season and what those passions are. I believe God wants us to live a life of joy, purpose and passion! And this episode is for anyone needing more clarity and focus so you can truly live a more passionate life for the Lord! Here are the 4 questions written out: 1. What excites you and gives you energy? 2. What did you love to do as a child? 3. What did you do for fun before becoming a mom (or before you had lots of responsibilities)? 4. What do your friends come to you for? What advice or insight do you normally provide for loved ones? // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! I would also love to have you join my weekly happy mail list! Go to bit.ly/weeklyhappymail to get a devotional and phone wallpaper sent to you every Friday. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

75. Focus Blocking for the busy mama // A twist on time blocking Aug 06, 2020

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Have you ever heard of time blocking? Well today’s episode is all about a twist on this and I call it : focus blocking! Basically take the concept of blocking out your time and add the element of focus to that. We ask ourselves all throughout the day, “What should I be focusing on right now?” & we focus on different categories throughout our day. To hear me explain focus blocking in detail, press play and get ready to implement this super SIMPLE hack to be more present and focused throughout your busy day of mom-ing! // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! I would also love to have you join my weekly happy mail list! Go to bit.ly/weeklyhappymail to get a devotional and phone wallpaper sent to you every Friday. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Author Spotlight #10: Fill Your Cup For Christ & Surrender to God // with Coach Kramer Soderberg Aug 05, 2020

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Today’s guest is an author, speaker and basketball coach! I’m super excited to bring you this inspiring interview with Kramer Soderberg, a Catholic husband and father who wrote an incredible book, “Fill Your Cup For Christ”. What does that phrase mean? You’ll have to listen in to our chat today! I will say that Kramer has been on an incredible journey with God, discovering His truth, surrendering to His good plans, & learning to trust the Lord. If you need a reminder that we can trust in God always and that surrender doesn’t mean weakness (it’s actually a strength!), you’ve come to the right place. May this interview lift your spirits and remind you of God’s love for you and His Almighty goodness! After you listen to our chat, I encourage you to head to www.kramersoderberg.com to learn more about Kramer and grab a copy of his book that is sure to teach and inspire you - “Fill Your Cup For Christ”. You can also connect with Kramer on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/acatholiccoach and you can share in the joy he shares for his faith. // To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! I would also love to have you join my weekly happy mail list! Go to bit.ly/weeklyhappymail to get a devotional and phone wallpaper sent to you every Friday. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Every month, I choose 1 winner to get a free 30 minute personal development coaching call with me, so make sure to write that written review for a chance to win that free coaching call! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

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