How are you feeling about August? Is your calendar already full? Are you scrambling to get the last minute schools supplies? Oh, and your kid just hit a growth spurt so new shoes must be bought. Too bad the ones you bought last month no longer fit. I hear you. August feels like a combination of all the stressors of back to school, and somehow everything keeps getting piled on ...
Did you know that August is a time of year that you're more likely to skip your spiritual practices? If you stop to think about it for a second, August is pretty hectic. For some reason, it also feels high stakes. New teachers, new schedules, new classrooms, and somehow you have to wrap your brain around it. Before you know it, God just took a backseat in your mind. Whoopsie! ...
This time of year marks about halfway to Christmas! Stores are running sales, Hallmark is releasing new movies left and right, and school is only a blink away. Fun fact, you can combine Christmas in July with the back to school events taking place! With minor tweaks here and there, you'll be able to combine what you're already doing to prepare for the upcoming school year with a refreshing way ...
We talk about how to stay on your diet while on summer holidays. There's chatter about keeping up with workouts and adapting your fitness routine while you're on your trips. Have you taken a moment to think about your spiritual growth and how to stay consistent on vacation? I have four simple steps to help ensure that you're still able to focus on God and have a great time on ...
We've got to start today's show by addressing a very specific tension. I know if I'm feeling it, you probably are too. It's the tension between the joy of summertime and the duty of still having to get stuff done. The kids get a break from school, so why can't we take a break from all our work tasks too? Hmm, somehow this summer system is broken! Ha! That's why ...
Before we get started, can I admit something to you real quick? Staying committed to spiritual disciplines in the summer is hard, and I struggle! Vacations, camps, schedule shifts, you name it. All of that can compound into something that takes my eyes off of God. This is why today I'm talking about my 3 tips to stay consistent during the summer. These have helped me prioritize God during the ...
Welcome to the Summer Thrive Guide! Summer is full of fun and no set routines. As our patterns of behavior shift for the summer, I was inspired to create the Summer Thrive Guide. I'm here to help support busy Christian moms gain joy and gratitude by sharing encouragement, wisdom, and funny moments in life. This summer thrive guide ranges from episodes 291-304. It covers everything from how to spend time with ...
It's officially summertime! Kids are home, work still is ongoing, and routines go out the window. You may find that all your good habits you've worked hard to develop during the school year...start to fade. This is why I'm giving you my 4 tips to stay connected with Christ during summer. Learn how to keep these four foundational pillars as a priority, and see how your relationship with God grows. Now, ...
Summertime is for traveling! Tis the season to road trip with your family. You, your spouse, and the kiddos are so excited. You've planned for the trip, the bags are packed, and you've even mapped the vacation on Waze. But, there is one critical step that is often overlooked: how to properly load up the vehicle before you leave. When this one step is missed, it can turn the kickoff ...