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**The Problem With Perfect**

If perfection is an illusion, why are so many of us chasing it? We live in a world that is constantly telling us we need to be it all and have it all to be worthy. It leads us to hide our imperfections and overcompensate our strengths – and leaves us exhausted. Join hosts Robin May and Denise Bickel for meaningful, cross-generational conversations that will leave you uplifted and encouraged about a future freed from the problem with perfect.

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Helping Others (and Ourselves) Embrace Change Feb 15, 2022

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Change is difficult for most of us. Whether it's how we think, how we act, or what we believe - these things don't come easy. What if there is a way to help others (and ourselves) think through change in a way that was able to truly help them make changes that will better serve them and those around them?
Join us for this episode and learn more about a technique called Motivational Interviewing.
Inspiration for this podcast is from A VeryWell Mind Podcast: Embrace Indecisiveness to Promote Change in Your Life With Author Dr. William Miller
You can listen to the podcast here:
https://www.verywellmind.com/dr-william-miller-the-verywell-mind-podcast-5216802

Single All the Way - Valentines Day Feb 08, 2022

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Most girls grow up wanting to find their Prince Charming and live happily ever after. But to be clear, this isn’t God’s narrative
The Bible is clear about the benefits of being single, yet our culture persists with the narrative that our lives aren’t complete until we’ve found “the one.” So how does one overcome the cultural ideal and embrace singleness? And how do we who are married or coupled help reshape culture’s perspective on being single?
Join us for a special Valentines Day episode with Robin’s best friend, Lori Hutsell, a single woman who has learned to love her singleness.

The Problem With the Perfect Wedding With Special Guest Maddie May Feb 01, 2022

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There’s only one problem with the perfect wedding- it doesn’t exist. Instead, the event joining two people, two families and all their friends brings tough decisions and difficult conversations.
Join us for this special episode as bride-to-be Maddie May joins us to share her perspective on wedding planning, managing expectations and keeping the first thing first.

How to Have a Miracle Mindset Jan 25, 2022

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Do you believe in miracles? The Kansas City Chiefs sure do. Down by three points with only 13 seconds remaining, they not only marched down the field to kick a field goal to take the game to overtime but ended up winning it and advancing to this week's AFC Championship game.
So what is it about people like Patrick Mahomes that cause them to believe that the unexpected should be expected? Is there something you and I could be doing to harvest this Miracle Mentality in our life?
Listen in to see if these three roadblocks might be keeping you from experiencing all that God wants to share with you.
Show Notes:
Discussion based on Unlocking Your Miracle Mentality by Tim Storey
https://mariashriver.com/unlocking-your-miracle-mentality/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Midweek%20Edition%20No%2027%20April%2014%202021&utm_content=Midweek%20Edition%20No%2027%20April%2014%202021+CID_f28a7298ced048423940dad8bc5cc0eb&utm_source=Email%20marketing%20software&utm_term=READ%20HERE
To listen to the audiobook in its entirety:
The Miracle Mentality: Tap into the Source of Magical Transformation in Your Life
By Tim Storey and Nick Chiles

Signs You Might Benefit from Therapy With Dr. Denise Bickel Jan 18, 2022

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Imagine going your entire life without seeing a doctor; without getting your blood pressure checked, without routine lab work, or even a pelvic exam. Sounds ludicrous, doesn't it? Yet, that is exactly how the majority of Americans care for their mental health.
Depending on the statistic or study, only around 40 percent of American adults have seen a mental health expert at some point in their life. Maybe it's because of the stigma surrounding it or maybe it's because we don't really know when we need one. And if we know we need one, how do we find one? Or afford it?
Join us and Dr. Denise Bickel for this episode, as she shares her expertise on when it might be time to seek a counselor and how to find one that provides the biggest impact.
Guest:
Dr. Denise Bickel, PhD, MSW, LCSW, has decades of experience as a mental health professional and as an adjunct professor at the University of Denver. Denise is also an avid Crossfit participant and former triathlete and marathoner. She is also Robin's mentor.

3 Dirty Little Secrets Stunting Our Spiritual Growth Jan 11, 2022

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Being a Christ-follower doesn't automatically mean life will be easy and it certainly doesn't mean we won't struggle with temptations. Just look at the life of Jesus. After 40 days of fasting, the enemy found Jesus weak and hungry and used the same dirty little lies with Jesus as he does with us. Unfortunately, we often buy into these lies that Jesus rejected, resulting in disappointment, frustration and feeling far from God.
Join us for this episode as we discuss these three dirty little secrets that we need to confront in order to grow spiritually - deepening our relationships with God and those around us.

What Everyone Should Know about Vaginas Jan 04, 2022

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Vaginas are important to us all. Whether you have one of your own or interact with someone else's, a basic knowledge of all things vagina is good for everyone.
So then, why is it so difficult to talk about vaginal and reproductive health? Why do women fear gynecologists? And how can we be more empowered by appreciating the female body and all it offers?
To answer these questions and a whole lot more, we asked Dr. Samatha McLean, DO to join us. A gynecologist passionate about women's health, Dr. McLean shares her knowledge and insight on this intriguing and informative episode.
Special Guest:
Dr. Samantha McLean, OB/GYN resident who is passionate about advocacy, reproductive justice, and my dog.
Dr. McLean's suggested resources:
Check out these books:

Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters—And How to Get It

by Laurie Mintz
Come as You Are by Emily Nagosk
Or listen to these podcasts: Sex With Emily or Sex Gets Real

Pick Your Word for the Year Dec 28, 2021

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It’s the last podcast of the year- time to reflect on 2021 and look forward to the year ahead.
In this episode, we review our words for last year and evaluate our progress with them. And looking ahead, we discuss how to choose a word to guide our goals and give our life deeper meaning.
What will your word be for 2022? Give this episode a listen and we’ll tell you ours!

How to Give Yourself the Gift of Body Acceptance Dec 21, 2021

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No matter what study you read on body image, the results are disturbing. One says that more than 90 percent of women are unhappy with their bodies. Another says that 46 percent of 9-11 year-old girls are “sometimes” or “very often” on diets, and 82 percent of their families are ‘”sometimes” or “very often” on diets. And it's not just an issue for women. It's reported that more than a third of all men are unhappy with their bodies and 20 percent say they would consider plastic surgery.
But why? Why are we so unhappy with ourselves? Where did we learn what our bodies "should" look like? And what would it take for us to be "happy?" To help us answer these questions, we turn to Certified Health and Wellness Coach Shelby O'Keefe in this episode.
Special Guest: Shelby O'Keefe
Shelby is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and an ADAPT Certified Functional Health Coach (A-CFHC). In addition, she is a 200 Registered Yoga Instructor with an emphasis in Trauma Sensitive Yoga. Her expertise is in positive psychology, body and mind connection and empathetic communication.
Learn more about Shelby at https://shelbyokeefehc.com/about/ or enroll in her upcoming Body Acceptance Project, go to https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/groups/the-body-acceptance-project-group/?fbclid=IwAR1qDpFY6NX3zPFGg1z5jCiFouZW7ZpJfBg1_mbNZRWbwAtH_UytNa8Gok0

What Is Intuitive Eating & Will I lose Weight? With RD Caroline Shermer Dec 14, 2021

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