The Habit Lab

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Episode 70: Learning to be on Time(ish) Jun 03, 2025

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Always running late—no matter how hard you try?
You’re not alone. As a Type B habit coach with ADHD tendencies, I’ve lived the breathless, apologetic life of chronic lateness—and I finally figured out why.

In this episode, I unpack:
• The hidden role of time blindness
• The shame cycle & myths about lateness
• Practical fixes (like the 10-minute rule & the perfect “running late” text)
• How I became on-time-ish after a lifetime of struggle

Whether you’re always late or love someone who is, this episode offers compassion, mindset shifts, and habits that work with your brain—not against it.

🎧 Ready to break up with anxious car rides and show up as your best self? Let’s go.

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Episode 69: Triumphs and Total Flops- last summer's habits May 22, 2025

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Planning for summer? I’m sharing what actually worked for our family last year—and what I’m definitely doing differently this time around.

Here’s what I cover:
• Why rushing ruined connection
• The surprising way 30-minute blocks solved boredom
• What went wrong with back-to-back camps
• How smaller playdates saved our sanity
• A summer reading system that actually works
• What I’m doing for me this year—alone time, not more hangouts
• My favorite unexpected win: Christian autobiographies

If you’re craving a summer that’s peaceful and purposeful, this episode is packed with real talk + simple shifts that might help.
Here is the link to my amazon list of the Missionary Biographies I was talking about in our episode: Click here

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Episode 68: (Sharing Series, Part 3) Feeding Souls and Hearts May 15, 2025

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💡Ever realize your generosity might be more mutual than selfless?
That hit me hard when I noticed most of my “giving” went to people who’d likely give back.
But what does *true* no-strings-attached generosity look like?
A year and a half ago, I started a tiny habit—sharing my leftovers with someone in need at the park. It felt small. Awkward. Inconvenient. But it cracked something open in me.
💬 It's been of journey of learning the difference of what it means to *be with* the poor—not just serve them.
In today’s episode, we talk:
➡️ The surprising spiritual cost of real generosity
➡️ The tension between helping *for* vs. being *with*
➡️ Simple ways to build proximity into your everyday life

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Episode 67: (Sharing Series, Part 2) Building Community through open-handed living May 02, 2025

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Kingdom generosity isn't just for the wealthy or those with abundant free time—it's a radical mindset shift available to everyone. When we examine our lives through the lens of sharing rather than preserving, entirely new possibilities for connection emerge.
Most of us desperately want deeper community but struggle to find it. The counterintuitive truth? The fastest way to create the community you crave is to give it away first. Not from an overflow, not only when it's easy or reciprocated, but as a way of living that reflects the heart of God. This isn't about buying friendships or performing to be liked—it's about embodying the principle found in Acts 2, where believers "shared everything they had."
This simple approach transforms ordinary possessions into opportunities for connection. Your pool becomes a gathering place for families who don't have access to one. Your extra clothes become gifts that create unexpected joy. Your saved church seat becomes an invitation to belong. These seemingly small acts of everyday generosity weave a fabric of community that strengthens over time.
Living generously pulls us out of survival mode and the trap of self-focus. When we're constantly conserving our resources, our world becomes small and brittle. But when we look outward and recognize others' needs, our perspective shifts dramatically. We realize we always have something to share—even if it's just half a sandwich.
The beautiful paradox? Setting clear boundaries around your generosity actually makes it sustainable. You can invite friends to swim in your backyard without opening your entire home. You can share a pre-made lunch rather than preparing an elaborate dinner. These boundaries aren't selfish—they're what allow you to keep giving over the long haul.
If you're feeling isolated or disappointed with past friendships, don't wait for the perfect community to find you. Be the community you wish you had. Open your hands, share what's already in your life, and watch how God multiplies what you sow.

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Episode 66: (Sharing Series, Part 1) Costco Samples of the Kingdom Apr 22, 2025

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Sharing Series – Part 1: Costco Samples of the Kingdom

What if sharing Jesus wasn’t about convincing, but offering a taste?

What happens when we stop pitching & start demonstrating?

After a 10-day trip to Ecuador, I came home with a wake-up call:
I’d become a reservoir of God’s love—when I was made to be a river.

In this episode: ✨ The story of a street vendor whose healing wrecked me

Why “I’m not an evangelist” is no longer my excuse 🙅‍♀️
How simple faith + Spirit-led interruptions change lives
Why the Kingdom is more like Costco samples than a sales pitch

👀 If you’ve ever felt unqualified to share your faith, this one’s for you.

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Episode: 65 -Removing the Villains from your pain Mar 25, 2025

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Not Every Story Needs a Villain… Especially Yours 🎭

Ever catch yourself blaming someone for the beliefs you’re trying to unlearn? It’s an easy trap—“If my parents’ actions shaped this, then they must be the bad guys.” But what if… no one needs to be the villain? 🤯

Formation happens all the time—without malicious intent. Your healing journey isn’t about pointing fingers; it’s about untangling, understanding, and choosing a new way forward.

In this episode, we’re flipping the script:
👉 Why compassion for your younger self changes everything
👉 How even God, the perfect parent, has kids who misinterpret Him
👉 The freedom of removing the villain—so you don’t have to stay the victim

Formation is always happening… but so is transformation. Let’s step into it. 💫

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Episode 64: From Hustle to Trust- habits of provision Mar 17, 2025

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👉 You say you trust God as your provider… but are you living like an employee or a daughter?

For years, I operated under an employee mindset—believing provision was a one-for-one exchange. Work hard, hustle, and God will give opportunities.

But deep down? My faith was rooted more in my work ethic than in God’s identity.

And that left me feeling like:
⚡ It’s never enough.
⚡ I can’t afford to miss an opportunity.
⚡ I’m always behind.

But here’s the truth: A Father provides because you are His. He doesn’t dock your pay when you mess up. He’s generous, not transactional.

This episode dives into:

Recognizing if you’re operating from an employee mindset or a daughter mindset
Why financial instability can actually deepen intimacy with God
The habit of dethroning hustle—how I went from fear to faith in provision
Real-life testimonies of God’s unexpected provision (because He’s that good!)

🎧 Listen in & take inventory: Is your trust in His provision—or your own hustle?

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Episode 63: Spring Cleaning Simplified (14 day challenge) Mar 06, 2025

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Click here get my FREE 14 Day: Spring Cleaning Checklist

Ready to refresh your space without sacrificing your sanity? We've all felt that spring cleaning urge when the windows open and the weather warms, only to get overwhelmed by the scope of the project.
The solution isn't finding an entire free weekend (which never happens anyway)—it's breaking down spring cleaning into what I call "offensively small" tasks that take just 15 minutes each day. This approach transforms cleaning from an overwhelming project into a series of manageable wins that build momentum over time.
During this episode, I share my personal 14-day spring cleaning challenge that you can download for free and join me in completing. Each task is specifically designed to be completed in 15 minutes or less, teaching you the valuable skill of time-bounding your efforts. Setting a timer and practicing walking away when it rings—even when the task isn't complete—builds tremendous trust with yourself and eliminates the perfectionism that prevents progress.
I also explore how we can apply these same principles to any overwhelming project, whether it's organizing a garage, tackling a work assignment, or managing household responsibilities during busy seasons. By practicing the art of "good enough" and experiencing how consistent small efforts compound into significant results, you'll develop skills that transfer beautifully beyond spring cleaning.
Download the free checklist, join our accountability group, and discover how 15 mins/day can transform not just your home, but your approach to life's big projects!

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Episode 62: From Solo to Social > Bible Study habits Feb 26, 2025

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The social, animated, interesting bookclub you didn't know a bible study could be!!! Break-up with the idea of it being a boring drudgery.

Ever feel like your Bible reading could use a little more life? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of reading scripture together—why it matters, how it deepens your understanding, and how it turns what can feel like a solo discipline into something rich with connection.

I’m sharing my own journey from reading alone to experiencing scripture in community—and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. We’ll talk about the practical side of starting a Bible study group, from logistics to commitment levels to creating an inviting space that gets people excited to show up.

Because here’s the thing: for most of history, scripture was read in groups. It was discussed, wrestled with, and brought to life through conversation. And when we bring that back, something shifts. The words become more than just text on a page—they become a lived experience.

So if you're ready to break out of the rut and discover a fresh way to engage with God’s Word, this episode is for you.

Click here for the podcasts from John Mark Comer
Click here to watch The Bible Project's videos on How-To read the Bible
Click here to watch my 15 Min How-to build a Bible Group video
Click here to watch a brief history of The 1st Man who translated the bible into English (like I butchered in mentioning :)

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Episode 61: Patterns of Jealousy & habits of healing Feb 18, 2025

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What if jealousy is more than just a fleeting emotion, but an eye-opening revelation about our inner insecurities? Join me, Jenna Zint, as we unravel this complex feeling through the comforting lens of Christian faith. You'll hear personal stories that showcase the surprise and shame often accompanying jealousy, even when we think we've moved past it. Together, we’ll explore how our sense of identity and self-worth can influence how susceptible we are to envy and how grounding our self-image in God’s love can offer a powerful antidote.
Imagine jealousy as an unwelcome chin hair—suddenly appearing and hard to ignore. Instead of overreacting or denying its presence, let’s examine it with scientific curiosity. We'll dig into the reasons jealousy pops up, especially in specific relationships and situations, and how often it is tied to a fear of lack. Discover the liberating shift from viewing others' successes as threats to understanding them as opportunities for celebration. By recognizing the underlying fears, we can transform jealousy from a relational issue to a situational one that can be handled with grace and insight.
Finally, I'll share my personal journey of letting go of over-responsibility and embracing a mindset supported by a higher power with infinite resources. This shift away from a "hustle " mentality to a more holistic view of success opens up a path for healing, growth, and genuine joy in others' achievements. Visualizing jealousy as a younger version of ourselves trying to take control, we learn that managing this emotion can become almost instinctive. I encourage you to engage with this episode, share your feedback, and perhaps see jealousy as not just an obstacle but a stepping stone to deeper self-awareness and emotional balance.

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