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55. God Is Our Refuge | The Bible Says So Jun 04, 2020

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The world feels so heavy right now. I pray that this episode brings light to the darkness by reminding you that God is our refuge and there’s lots of evidence in the Bible that points to the Lord as our place of safety and security. Here are the verses I mention in the episode: Psalm 5:12 | Psalm 7:2 | Psalm 11:1 | Psalm 16:1 | Psalm 18:2-3 | Psalm 27:1 | Psalm 28:8 | Psalm 31:2 | Psalm 31:5 | Psalm 34:9 | Psalm 46:2 | Psalm 62:8-9 | Psalm 71:1 | Psalm 71:3 | Psalm 90:1 | Psalm 91:1-4 | Psalm 91:9 | Psalm 118:8 May this episode bless you and lift your spirits and remind you Who holds you right now & Who holds the world in His hands. *If you’d like to connect with me after this and request prayers or chat further, you can reach out to me on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or you can email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I would love to connect with you. Thank you so much for being here and God bless you!

54. Hope In God Amidst Unthinkable Loss | With Inspirational Speaker Beverly Shoemaker Jun 01, 2020

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You all are going to be so inspired today. I am so honored to have inspirational speaker Beverly Shoemaker here with me to start off the month of June, which is all about encouraging you lovely listeners. After losing two of her family members, Beverly had a choice : give up or trust God. She chose to believe that God is still good in the midst of unthinkable loss, and I pray that her story touches you and inspires you in your faith walk. If you have littles, definitely pop in those earbuds because some of the topics we discuss are sensitive in nature. I am so grateful that Beverly is sharing her story of hope with us today, because our world needs a whole lot more hope! If you have suffered a loss, I know you will find encouragement in hearing Beverly’s testimony. To connect with Beverly after this, visit her website at www.beverlyshoemaker.com or connect with her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bev.shoemaker and you can also find her on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/treasuredtears/ - Beverly would love to connect with you and support 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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

53.75 Part 3: What Are My Child’s Needs? Delight & Boundaries with Authors Jeffrey & Amy Olrick May 29, 2020

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*This is Part 3* Calling all parents! I am chatting with authors Jeffrey and Amy Olrick today in a 3 part interview all about how we can meet our child’s needs in a practical, simple and God-centered way. Their book is called “The 6 Needs Of Every Child: Empowering Parents And Kids Through The Science Of Connection” and it has been a big blessing in my life. As parents themselves, Jeffrey and Amy bring a unique voice to this idea of needs. The simple approach they take combined with Jeffrey’s expertise as a child clinical psychologist, makes this book a must-read for all parents! You can preorder it now and it will be available to the public on June 9, 2020. I am thrilled that I got a chance to read it in advance and can totally vouch for it In Part 1 of our conversation (Episode 53), we are laying the foundation for the conversation by beginning with the science of attachment and why that matters. We are also beginning the discussion on how we can delight in our children. In Part 2 (Episode 53.5), we talk about how Jesus rejoices over us and how that relates to delighting in our children and we discuss why boundaries matter too. In Part 3 (this episode) we get super practical about handling bedtime battles and how to set loving boundaries with our kids. I cannot wait for you to learn from Amy and Jeffrey’s years of wisdom, trial and error, research and their openness and willingness to share with others parents. Enjoy this talk and I know you will walk away feeling equipped and refreshed in your parenthood journey! To learn more about Jeffrey and Amy, visit their website by clicking here - https://www.growingconnected.com - or connect with them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/growingconnected or on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/growingconnected/?tsid=0.6124819201764952&source=result - they would love to hear from you! To buy their book, click here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0310358078/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1590624490&sr=8-1 - I promise you love 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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

53.5 Part 2: What Are My Child’s Needs? Delight & Boundaries with Authors Jeffrey & Amy Olrick May 29, 2020

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*This is Part 2* Calling all parents! I am chatting with authors Jeffrey and Amy Olrick today in a 3 part interview all about how we can meet our child’s needs in a practical, simple and God-centered way. Their book is called “The 6 Needs Of Every Child: Empowering Parents And Kids Through The Science Of Connection” and it has been a big blessing in my life. As parents themselves, Jeffrey and Amy bring a unique voice to this idea of needs. The simple approach they take combined with Jeffrey’s expertise as a child clinical psychologist, makes this book a must-read for all parents! You can preorder it now and it will be available to the public on June 9, 2020. I am thrilled that I got a chance to read it in advance and can totally vouch for it In Part 1 of our conversation (Episode 53), we are laying the foundation for the conversation by beginning with the science of attachment and why that matters. We are also beginning the discussion on how we can delight in our children. In Part 2 (this episode), we talk about how Jesus rejoices over us and how that relates to delighting in our children and we discuss why boundaries matter too. In Part 3 (Episode 53.75) we get super practical about handling bedtime battles and how to set loving boundaries with our kids. I cannot wait for you to learn from Amy and Jeffrey’s years of wisdom, trial and error, research and their openness and willingness to share with others parents. Enjoy this talk and I know you will walk away feeling equipped and refreshed in your parenthood journey! To learn more about Jeffrey and Amy, visit their website by clicking here - https://www.growingconnected.com - or connect with them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/growingconnected or on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/growingconnected/?tsid=0.6124819201764952&source=result - they would love to hear from you! To buy their book, click here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0310358078/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1590624490&sr=8-1 - I promise you love 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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

53. Part 1: What Are My Child’s Needs? Delight & Boundaries with Authors Jeffrey & Amy Olrick May 29, 2020

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Calling all parents! I am chatting with authors Jeffrey and Amy Olrick today in a 3 part interview all about how we can meet our child’s needs in a practical, simple and God-centered way. Their book is called “The 6 Needs Of Every Child: Empowering Parents And Kids Through The Science Of Connection” and it has been a big blessing in my life. As parents themselves, Jeffrey and Amy bring a unique voice to this idea of needs. The simple approach they take combined with Jeffrey’s expertise as a child clinical psychologist, makes this book a must-read for all parents! You can preorder it now and it will be available to the public on June 9, 2020. I am thrilled that I got a chance to read it in advance and can totally vouch for it In Part 1 of our conversation (this episode), we are laying the foundation for the conversation by beginning with the science of attachment and why that matters. We are also beginning the discussion on how we can delight in our children. In Part 2 (Episode 53.5), we talk about how Jesus rejoices over us and how that relates to delighting in our children and we discuss why boundaries matter too. In Part 3 (Episode 53.75) we get super practical about handling bedtime battles and how to set loving boundaries with our kids. I cannot wait for you to learn from Amy and Jeffrey’s years of wisdom, trial and error, research and their openness and willingness to share with others parents. Enjoy this talk and I know you will walk away feeling equipped and refreshed in your parenthood journey! To learn more about Jeffrey and Amy, visit their website by clicking here - https://www.growingconnected.com - or connect with them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/growingconnected or on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/growingconnected/?tsid=0.6124819201764952&source=result - they would love to hear from you! To buy their book, click here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0310358078/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1590624490&sr=8-1 - I promise you love 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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

52. God’s Power Is Limitless | with Kingdom Coach Kelsey Joy May 28, 2020

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My guest today is seriously a JOY! Kelsey Joy coaches women to step into all God has called them to be and today she is sharing about God’s limitless power and the abundance that awaits you! I know you will be so inspired by what Kelsey shares today, friends. To connect with Kelsey after this, visit her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/joybydesign.co or find her on Facebook in her fabulous Kingdom Dreamers group here - https://m.facebook.com/groups/1498698133612934?multi_permalinks=1689053454577400%2C1689038251245587%2C1686886064794139%2C1686890524793693%2C1679282278887851&notif_t=group_activity&notif_id=1590243321875559&ref=m_notif - I know you will be uplifted by what she shares in the social media space. She also shares on her Joy By Design page where you can get a joyful t-shirt and get inspired by the videos she posts - https://m.facebook.com/joybydesign.co/ - I am so grateful to be a part of this positive group of ladies. Enjoy this chat with Kelsey Joy and definitely reach out to her after this! *********************************************************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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

51. Nontoxic Living CAN Be Simple | with Course Creator Courtney Sewell May 27, 2020

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I am so excited to have my friend Courtney Sewell on the podcast today! She is super passionate about detoxifying your home and living a simple nontoxic lifestyle. You will love hearing from this sweet mama and podcast host! Check out Courtney’s podcast Nontoxic Healthy Mom by clicking here: https://anchor.fm/courtney-sewell & in short bite-sized episodes Courtney is empowering you to make healthier choices for your family. I am so grateful for this mompreneur and I know you will appreciate what she shares. You can also connect with Courtney on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nontoxichealthymom or on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/Nontoxicfrugalmom/?tsid=0.03425895576041782&source=result - she would love to connect with you and share more about how to make your home less toxic. Enjoy this conversation and get ready to feel more empowered and educated! *********************************************************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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

50. Women Teaching Women & Community Over Competition | With Lana Sullivan from Girl, Teach Me May 25, 2020

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I am so excited to bring you this inspiring interview with my sweet friend, Lana Sullivan. Lana founded the ministry Girl, Teach Me out of a heart for lifting up other women and creating a community of women teaching other women. What she is doing is so beautiful and Lana truly has an amazing heart for the Lord. Listen in to our conversation as we talk about what she’s doing with Girl, Teach Me and how she believes we need to cultivate community over competition. You can connect with Lana after this by visiting her over on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/girlteachme or you can connect with her on her website at www.girlteachme.com where she shares incredible resources and excellent videos to encourage you in your faith and teach you some amazing new skills. I am so grateful for Lana’s friendship and I cannot wait for you to hear from this sweet lady. Enjoy, friends! And yay for 50 episodes!!! Stay tuned for some exciting new announcements in the coming months - I have so much goodness planned for you, friend! *********************************************************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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

49.5 Part 2: Ready To Own Your Time? Listen In! My Chat with Rainy Barton from More Time Mama May 21, 2020

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*This is Part 2* Join me for a fabulous conversation with Rainy Barton, productivity coach and the host of the More Time Mama Podcast. In this 2 part interview, Rainy shares some super practical and actionable tips to help us hone in on our priorities and better manage our time. I’m so excited for you to hear from this lovely mama! Check out Rainy’s podcast by clicking here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-more-time-mama-podcast/id1497236986 - her episodes are jam packed with actionable content and is super inspirational. You can also connect with Rainy by visiting her on Instagram www.instagram.com/moretimemama or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3183736991643551/ or on her website at www.moretimemama.com - she would love to connect with you! To grab her FREE Goal-Setting Series, click here https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5e8bbddab68c420026b53c4c and goodness will be delivered to your inbox! Enjoy this interview, lovely friend! *********************************************************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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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!

49. Ready To Own Your Time? Listen In! My Chat with Rainy Barton from More Time Mama (Part 1) May 21, 2020

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Join me for a fabulous conversation with Rainy Barton, productivity coach and the host of the More Time Mama Podcast. In this 2 part interview, Rainy shares some super practical and actionable tips to help us hone in on our priorities and better manage our time. I’m so excited for you to hear from this lovely mama! Check out Rainy’s podcast by clicking here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-more-time-mama-podcast/id1497236986 - her episodes are jam packed with actionable content and is super inspirational. You can also connect with Rainy by visiting her on Instagram www.instagram.com/moretimemama or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3183736991643551/ or on her website at www.moretimemama.com - she would love to connect with you! To grab her FREE Goal-Setting Series, click here https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5e8bbddab68c420026b53c4c and goodness will be delivered to your inbox! Enjoy this interview, lovely friend! *********************************************************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! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. 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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