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69. Renew Your Mind with life coach Diana Swillinger // let’s focus our thoughts on Jesus Jul 20, 2020

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Join me for a fabulous conversation with certified life coach, Diana Swillinger. She dives deep into managing your thought life and gives practical how-to’s for managing your mind & fixing your mind on Jesus. Our thought life matters and God cares about our thoughts, friends. Listen in as Diana guides us through what could be a life coaching session! After this interview, connect with Diana on her website and hop on a free call with her - www.dianaswillinger.com - and then head over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/DianaSwillinger & continue learning and growing in managing your thought life. Check out Diana’s podcast Renew Your Mind - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-renew-your-mind-podcast/id1504550683 - this podcast gives practical and encouraging tips to manage your thoughts. I pray that this conversation blesses you and encourages you in managing tough emotions and I want to encourage you that God will walk alongside you, friend. God bless you! // 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 #24: “Making time” to pray Jul 17, 2020

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Listen in as I quickly chat with you about creating space to pray daily, whether you have 1 minute or 1 hour. // 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!

68. Did you know there’s science behind speaking AFFIRMATIONS? Yup! Jul 16, 2020

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There’s science behind speaking daily affirmations! Yes, there is! I can’t wait to chat with you all about the power of affirmations and you’ll hear me share one of my affirmations. To grab the free download with all of my affirmations written out in hopes that it will help you create your own, click here - bit.ly/500secondstoaffirmations - and you’ll get those sent directly to your email! I also let you know about Jessie Ereddia, host of the Mom Empowered podcast, and you can connect with her on Instagram by going to www.instagram.com/jessieereddia and you listen to her podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-empowered/id1277889878?i=1000479093871 - you will love her show! To read the article I referenced in this episode, click here - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4814782/ - and you can read all the specifics of the study. I pray this episode blessed you and if it did, share it to your stories on Instagram and tag me @500secondstojoypodcast. I would love to see you listening! // 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 #8 Part 2: There is freedom when you hope in God // with Nicole Zasowski Jul 15, 2020

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*This is Part 2* Nicole Zasowski is an inspiring speaker and author who is all about clinging to hope & trusting Jesus in the midst of loss. She believes that when you let go, you can truly find fulfillment and freedom. Her book is called “From Lost to Found: Giving Up What You Think You Want for What Will Set You Free.” Nicole teaches us that empty hands create space for fullness in God. Listen in to this two part interview with this lovely author who is sure to inspire you. To connect with Nicole after this, be sure to visit her Instagram at www.Instagram.com/nicolezasowski or on her website at www.nicolezasowski.com - she’d love to connect with you! To grab a copy of her book on Amazon, click here - https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Found-Giving-What-Think/dp/0785226435/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=from+lost+to+found&qid=1594768273&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSk41UFpaS01GTVMxJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODEwMjc1SlNYQ0xHSERGVlNRJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4ODk1MDQxNU9BOFZEMU9FRDNOJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= - it’s an excellent read and I highly recommend it! // 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 #8: There is freedom when you hope in God // with Nicole Zasowski (Part 1) Jul 15, 2020

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Nicole Zasowski is an inspiring speaker and author who is all about clinging to hope & trusting Jesus in the midst of loss. She believes that when you let go, you can truly find fulfillment and freedom. Her book is called “From Lost to Found: Giving Up What You Think You Want for What Will Set You Free.” Nicole teaches us that empty hands create space for fullness in God. Listen in to this two part interview with this lovely author who is sure to inspire you. To connect with Nicole after this, be sure to visit her Instagram at www.Instagram.com/nicolezasowski or on her website at www.nicolezasowski.com - she’d love to connect with you! To grab a copy of her book on Amazon, click here - https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Found-Giving-What-Think/dp/0785226435/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=from+lost+to+found&qid=1594768273&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSk41UFpaS01GTVMxJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODEwMjc1SlNYQ0xHSERGVlNRJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4ODk1MDQxNU9BOFZEMU9FRDNOJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= - it’s an excellent read and I highly recommend it! // 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!

67. Clinging To Hope Amidst Loss // with Grief Coach Kristina Risinger Jul 13, 2020

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Kristina Risinger is an incredible woman of faith who shares her journey through losing her daughter and finding the hope and peace of Jesus in the midst of this loss. I know this episode is heavier than usual but that’s because loss, pain, and heartache are as much a part of life as fulfillment and joy. Life is about learning to live with the hope of God and clinging to a joyful existence in the midst of trials. Join me for an inspiring conversation with Kristina Risinger, grief coach and podcaster, all about how she has learned to hope in God and to live life to the fullest. To connect with Kristina, visit her website at https://kristinarisinger.com where she has free resources as well as her book and information about her grief coaching. You can also connect with Kristina over on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/KristinaLRisinger/photos/?tab=album&album_id=616997015391440&_rdr or head over to your fav podcasts app to listen to her podcast, The Faith Breathed Hope Podcast. // 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!

66. A Simple Morning Routine For Any Mama Jul 09, 2020

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Ready for a stress-free morning routine that you can do with kids underfoot? Then listen in, sweet mama! This morning routine I’m about to talk is going to FREE you! And any mama at any stage of motherhood will be able to apply what I share! I can’t wait to hear about your biggest takeaway, sweet friend. Enjoy!! // 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 #7: Ditching Perfectionism & Finding Freedom Through Jesus // with Taylor Kiser Jul 08, 2020

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Let’s ditch perfectionism & find freedom, friends. Taylor Kiser is an author and blogger who is all about setting women free from perfectionism. Taylor is the author of “Eat The Cookie: The Imperfectionist’s Guide To Food, Faith & Fitness”. To grab a copy of her amazing book, click here - https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Cookie-Imperfectionists-Guide-Fitness/dp/0310357861/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=eat+the+cookie+taylor+kiser&qid=1593693085&sprefix=eat+the+cookie&sr=8-1 - I read it and can totally vouch for it! You are going to love it. Today we are talking about how we can give ourselves more grace and find our freedom in the Lord. Taylor talks about how God sees us as His precious child. I love Taylor’s advice to insert our name into scripture. Enjoy this conversation with a lovely woman of faith. Connect with Taylor on her website at www.foodfaithfitness.com or over on Instagram at www.instagram.com/foodfaithfit - you will love following along with Taylor and her journey. // 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!

65.5 Part 2: Creating A God-Centered Mindset // with life coach Devoney Taylor Jul 06, 2020

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*This is Part 2* What does it mean to have a Christian mindset? Join me for a powerful chat with Devoney, life coach and supporter of women, all about how we can create a God-centered mindset in practical and tangible ways. Devoney helps millennial women who are going through big changes to start loving themselves and start fearing less and realizing how worthy they are so they can start showing up confidently and courageously in their lives. In this two part interview, we talk about how the mundane is actually really powerful & we talk about the game changing question, What is the next right thing I can do? Join our chat where we talk about ways to show up in a way that helps you keep your heart and mind fixed on the Lord. Enjoy, friends! //Connect with Devoney after this by visiting https://www.devoneytaylor.com/aboutdevoney and grab her incredible free resources as well as listen to her podcast, Living By Design. To listen to a recent podcast episode, click here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-by-design-self-love-confidence-for-millennial-women/id1490918997?i=1000472074322 & get ready to be super inspired! // 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! 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!

65. Creating A God-Centered Mindset // with life coach Devoney Taylor (Part 1) Jul 06, 2020

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What does it mean to have a Christian mindset? Join me for a powerful chat with Devoney, life coach and supporter of women, all about how we can create a God-centered mindset in practical and tangible ways. Devoney helps millennial women who are going through big changes to start loving themselves and start fearing less and realizing how worthy they are so they can start showing up confidently and courageously in their lives. In this two part interview, we talk about how the mundane is actually really powerful & we talk about the game changing question, What is the next right thing I can do? Join our chat where we talk about ways to show up in a way that helps you keep your heart and mind fixed on the Lord. Enjoy, friends! //Connect with Devoney after this by visiting https://www.devoneytaylor.com/aboutdevoney and grab her incredible free resources as well as listen to her podcast, Living By Design. To listen to a recent podcast episode, click here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-by-design-self-love-confidence-for-millennial-women/id1490918997?i=1000472074322 & get ready to be super inspired! // 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! 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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