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Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.494: What I'm Re-Learning in Midlife with Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall Have you ever learned something, thought you had it down, and then—boom—you realize you need to learn it all over again in this season of life? Yeah, us too. This week, we’re diving into the lessons we’re re-learning in midlife and what scripture has to say about them. We talk about how fear sneaks into our decision-making now more than ever, the shift in how our kids watch and learn from us as they grow, and why it’s time to embrace strong over skinny. We also un...2025-03-1845 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.494: What I'm Re-Learning in Midlife with Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall Have you ever learned something, thought you had it down, and then—boom—you realize you need to learn it all over again in this season of life? Yeah, us too. This week, we’re diving into the lessons we’re re-learning in midlife and what scripture has to say about them. We talk about how fear sneaks into our decision-making now more than ever, the shift in how our kids watch and learn from us as they grow, and why it’s time to embrace strong over skinny. We also un...2025-03-1845 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.479: Five Tips for a Thriving Holiday Season with Krista Gilbert + Alexandra Kuykendall Let's get ahead of the holiday season this year rather than feeling stressed all the way through it. We want to enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas as much as the people around us! In this episode, we share five practical and helpful tips for navigating the Christmas season with joy and intention. We dive into the importance of embracing the true meaning of Christmas while managing the chaos that often accompanies the holidays. Join us as we discuss setting boundaries, effective communication, meal prep strategies, decorating tips, and the significance...2024-11-2629 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.479: Five Tips for a Thriving Holiday Season with Krista Gilbert + Alexandra Kuykendall Let's get ahead of the holiday season this year rather than feeling stressed all the way through it. We want to enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas as much as the people around us! In this episode, we share five practical and helpful tips for navigating the Christmas season with joy and intention. We dive into the importance of embracing the true meaning of Christmas while managing the chaos that often accompanies the holidays. Join us as we discuss setting boundaries, effective communication, meal prep strategies, decorating tips, and the significance...2024-11-2629 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.474: The Power of Loving Our Neighbors in Election Season with Alexandra Kuykendall The final episode in our ELECTION READY series, today Krista Gilbert is interviewing Alexandra Kuykendall about how we love our neighbor in the midst of an election season. Seeking out goodness when life is great is easy, but when we have political disagreements or challenges that come our way, this is when it becomes really hard. In today's episode, Alex explores how to maintain a positive outlook, the role of prayer, and the significance of self-awareness and emotional regulation. She also emphasizes the need for intentionality in finding goodness...2024-10-2238 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.474: The Power of Loving Our Neighbors in Election Season with Alexandra Kuykendall The final episode in our ELECTION READY series, today Krista Gilbert is interviewing Alexandra Kuykendall about how we love our neighbor in the midst of an election season. Seeking out goodness when life is great is easy, but when we have political disagreements or challenges that come our way, this is when it becomes really hard. In today's episode, Alex explores how to maintain a positive outlook, the role of prayer, and the significance of self-awareness and emotional regulation. She also emphasizes the need for intentionality in finding goodness...2024-10-2238 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.467: College Care Package Ideas with Krisi Monsivaiz, Krista Gilbert, and Alexandra Kuykendall Do you have a college student who could use a care package from home right about now? In this Back to School series we are talking about practical ways to support our teens and young adults, and care packages are a fantastic way to do that. Krisi Monsiviaz is joining us to talk about why college care packages matter, what to put in them, and what the favorite item is every time (according to her kids). Krista Gilbert shares her approach to putting together these boxes of love from home and some of her favorite go...2024-09-0326 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.467: College Care Package Ideas with Krisi Monsivaiz, Krista Gilbert, and Alexandra Kuykendall Do you have a college student who could use a care package from home right about now? In this Back to School series we are talking about practical ways to support our teens and young adults, and care packages are a fantastic way to do that. Krisi Monsiviaz is joining us to talk about why college care packages matter, what to put in them, and what the favorite item is every time (according to her kids). Krista Gilbert shares her approach to putting together these boxes of love from home and some of her favorite go...2024-09-0326 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.462: Fun + Fire - Summer and Inflation with Krista Gilbert, and Alex kuykendall Alex and Krista bring the Fun & Fire format back for a little summer inspiration. Though summer feels like it is starting to wind down. What?! Already?! They are not ignoring those things they still want to happen. From the whimsical to the practical, hear what summer items are still on their to-do lists! And what's getting them fired up? Prices these days! Are you feeling the pinch of the pocketbook? We feel your pain and we give you some of the ways we're making our dollars stretch right now. From travel savings to...2024-07-3038 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.453: How to Launch a Graduate From High School to College with Krista Gilbert, and Alex Kuykendall Do you have a high school graduate this year? Or does someone you know? In this episode Alex is interviewing Krista, asking questions such as: -How do you celebrate a high school senior well? -How do you help them practically prepare for college? -How do you say goodbye when it’s time for them to leave (nooooooo… I’m not ready!)? -And what do you do about this grief over the loss? In this conversation, you will find practical advice and helpful questions to ask. Krista emphasizes the importance of commun...2024-04-3036 minUp Until Now with Kristen Hallinan: Healing | Redemption | HopeUp Until Now with Kristen Hallinan: Healing | Redemption | HopeLoving My Actual Life with Alexandra KuykendallIf you’ve caught yourself yearning for a different life—or wondering why God would allow this pain—you aren’t alone.   In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen talks with Alexandra Kuykendall, host of Our Time to Rise, Co-Founder of The Open Door Sisterhood, and author of many books, including Loving My Actual Life.   In this thoughtful, wisdom-packed episode, you’ll hear:   ·      How to embrace the actual life you’re living (instead of constantly yearning for a different one) ·      Why healing requires finding God in our pain · ...2024-04-1635 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp. 436: A New Way of Effective Goal Setting - Hello 2024!Have you ever felt frustrated by New Year’s resolutions? Do you tend to set the same goals over and over with little progress? Today on the podcast hosts Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall talk about effective goal setting and what elements need to be addressed in order to make lasting change. They also address common mistakes people make when the calendar turns. Krista, a life and leadership coach, coaches Alex through one of her goals for 2024 in real time. Alex is real, vulnerable, and open as she shares about her goal and what gets in...2024-01-0240 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp. 436: A New Way of Effective Goal Setting - Hello 2024!Have you ever felt frustrated by New Year’s resolutions? Do you tend to set the same goals over and over with little progress? Today on the podcast hosts Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall talk about effective goal setting and what elements need to be addressed in order to make lasting change. They also address common mistakes people make when the calendar turns. Krista, a life and leadership coach, coaches Alex through one of her goals for 2024 in real time. Alex is real, vulnerable, and open as she shares about her goal and what gets in...2024-01-0240 minLiving LighterLiving Lighter57: Loving My Actual Christmas with Alex KuykendallI always enjoy interviewing my real-life friends, and Alex is no exception! In our conversation, she talks about her experiment to relish Christmastime, which turned out to be the perfect way for her to lead her family in slowing down and enjoying every aspect of Advent, even during a year of heaviness. As we discuss her fantastic book, Loving My Actual Christmas, I think the below quote captures it all: “So here we are at the front end of Christmas, and once again, I am determined this year will be different. When I consider what I...2023-12-041h 12Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.428: DISC Your Way To Better Relationships Part 2 with Krista Gilbert + Alex KuykendallThe DISC is one of the leading assessments to help people learn to communicate better in the workplace and in relationships. In Part 1 last week we broke down what the letters stand for, and how we can learn to self identify our natural tendencies in conflict, pacing, processes, interpersonal relationships and decision making. In Part 2 this week we’re looking at how the types interact and what potential sticking points may surface because of our style. We also discuss each type in leadership positions and what the potential strengths and pitfalls may be as they lead. ...2023-10-3143 minEvery Woman’s Story PodcastEvery Woman’s Story PodcastAn Interview with Alexandra KuykendallIn today’s episode, Alexandra Kuykendall is interviewed by our podcast cohosts, Naomi Cramer Overton and Eliza Cortés Bast. Alexandra shared part of her story with us in our previous podcast episode titled “Trusting for Today.” Listen in and be encouraged as Alexandra shares more of her story with us in today’s episode. You’ll hear how God’s story—the Bible—impacted and strengthened her purpose and shaped her story. ALEXANDRA KUYKENDALL is a cofounder of The Open Door Sisterhood and author of several books, including Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You. NAOMI CRAMER OVER...2023-09-2132 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.421: What I've Noticed About You: Our Keys to Longterm Friendship (Part 1) with Krista and AlexThe podcast co-hosts, Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall, have been friends for over 30 years. Because of this, they have observed qualities and behaviors in each other that make the other person an especially good friend. Podcast listeners often ask about their friendship, but they've never talked about it at length on the show...until now. Using what they notice in each other as friends, Krista and Alex, are able to talk through what makes a good friend. Some of the things they highlight are personal qualities or character attributes, and some are how those qualities play out...2023-09-0539 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.421: What I've Noticed About You: Our Keys to Longterm Friendship (Part 1) with Krista and AlexThe podcast co-hosts, Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall, have been friends for over 30 years. Because of this, they have observed qualities and behaviors in each other that make the other person an especially good friend. Podcast listeners often ask about their friendship, but they've never talked about it at length on the show...until now. Using what they notice in each other as friends, Krista and Alex, are able to talk through what makes a good friend. Some of the things they highlight are personal qualities or character attributes, and some are how those qualities play out...2023-09-0539 minEvery Woman’s Story PodcastEvery Woman’s Story PodcastTrusting for Today by Alexandra KuykendallIn today’s episode, Alexandra Kuykendall will share part of her story with you. Listen in as Alexandra shares about how God’s story—the Bible—has impacted and strengthened her purpose and shaped her story. ALEXANDRA KUYKENDALL is a cofounder of The Open Door Sisterhood and author of several books, including Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You. Today’s Scripture Connection is Galatians 5:22-23: But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Find encouragement and connection @everywomansstory, and engage with monthly, d...2023-09-0406 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.419: 10 Dinner Ideas to Save Your Weeknights with Krista Gilbert and Alexandra KuykendallAs summer comes to a close we know you are getting back into your fall routines. This likely means you are busier and you still need to make dinner. The problem is what to make? Amiright? Krista and Alex talk through their own pantry staples, what they consider a great weeknight meal, and then ten actual dinner ideas that are healthy, taste good, and most of all SIMPLE! Listen in to get ideas going and find recipe links below. Because dinner should be nourishing for those who eat it and enjoyable for those...2023-08-2233 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.419: 10 Dinner Ideas to Save Your Weeknights with Krista Gilbert and Alexandra KuykendallAs summer comes to a close we know you are getting back into your fall routines. This likely means you are busier and you still need to make dinner. The problem is what to make? Amiright? Krista and Alex talk through their own pantry staples, what they consider a great weeknight meal, and then ten actual dinner ideas that are healthy, taste good, and most of all SIMPLE! Listen in to get ideas going and find recipe links below. Because dinner should be nourishing for those who eat it and enjoyable for those...2023-08-2233 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.409: Rising to Reinvention Part Two with Krista Gilbert + Alexandra KuykendallIn part two of Rising to Reinvention, Alex and Krista dive right into what keeps us stuck, naming the role of fear in shackling progress. They also give practical tips and tricks to utilize when approaching new or challenging circumstances or situations. As they explore the process of reinvention, they reveal when transformation happens, how long it takes, and what it requires. And who needs to stop overthinking and overanalyzing decisions?  Yeah, they tackle that too.   If you missed part one, be sure to go back and listen. We can all benefit from so...2023-05-1646 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.409: Rising to Reinvention Part Two with Krista Gilbert + Alexandra KuykendallIn part two of Rising to Reinvention, Alex and Krista dive right into what keeps us stuck, naming the role of fear in shackling progress. They also give practical tips and tricks to utilize when approaching new or challenging circumstances or situations. As they explore the process of reinvention, they reveal when transformation happens, how long it takes, and what it requires. And who needs to stop overthinking and overanalyzing decisions?  Yeah, they tackle that too.   If you missed part one, be sure to go back and listen. We can all benefit from so...2023-05-1646 minOur Father Lutheran ChurchOur Father Lutheran ChurchSpecial Podcast: Alexandra Kuykendall On Practical Ways to Love Our Actual NeighborSpecial guest Alexandra Kuykendall joins the Our Father Stories podcast to share her simple approach and Godly wisdom to live God's mission in every day life. To learn more, stay tuned to oflc.net to listen to the talk she gave at Our Father and connect with her work visit alexandrakuykendall.com.2023-05-1500 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.408: Rising to Reinvention with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallWe are kicking off the rebranded podcast, Our Time to Rise, talking about REINVENTION. With change come opportunity. We get to evaluate where we are, where we want to be, and figure out how to move forward with hope, optimism, courage, and faith. This is part one of a two part mini-series on how we reinvent ourselves, what stops us from doing so, and how we overcome obstacles and rise to the moment we are given. You are going to love this topic – dive in with us and let’s rise toget...2023-05-0949 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.408: Rising to Reinvention with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallWe are kicking off the rebranded podcast, Our Time to Rise, talking about REINVENTION. With change come opportunity. We get to evaluate where we are, where we want to be, and figure out how to move forward with hope, optimism, courage, and faith. This is part one of a two part mini-series on how we reinvent ourselves, what stops us from doing so, and how we overcome obstacles and rise to the moment we are given. You are going to love this topic – dive in with us and let’s rise toget...2023-05-0949 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeIntroduction: Our Time To RiseOur Time to Rise is a podcast talking about rising to meet life challenges, seasons, opportunities, and changes with strength, courage, optimism, and faith.   Join popular podcast hosts, Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall, as they explore stories, topics, practical ideas, and challenges, and unpack what it looks like to rise to the moment.   Subscribe for updates.        2023-05-0902 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeIntroduction: Our Time To RiseOur Time to Rise is a podcast talking about rising to meet life challenges, seasons, opportunities, and changes with strength, courage, optimism, and faith.   Join popular podcast hosts, Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall, as they explore stories, topics, practical ideas, and challenges, and unpack what it looks like to rise to the moment.   Subscribe for updates.        2023-05-0902 minThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women\'s wellnessThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women's wellnessEp. 188: Loving Your Actual Christmas, With Alexandra KuykendallTrue confession:  This is about the exact week when I typically find myself morphing from the happy, care-free, "I love Christmas everything!!!!" Mom, to the stressed out, feeling behind, "I just want to get Christmas over with" Mom.  Yep.  Anyone with me?  As much as I love (truly, adore!) this season, I have learned that Christmas can bring up all kinds of hard emotions and dashed expectations, leaving us moms weary and worn. If you relate to this a little or a lot, today's episode (a replay from 2020) is for you. Alexandra Kuykendall joins us today with such...2022-12-1435 minStay Forth Leadership PodcastStay Forth Leadership Podcast332 - Alexandra Kuykendall ”Where is the good with all this bad?”On todays episode, Alan  talks with Author. Speaker. Kitchen Anthropologist, Alexandra Kuykendall about seeking out goodness amidst a world looking for what's wrong. She gives us very practical ways to find the good and true in others, ourselves and the organizations around us when we are temped to believe it's all bad. This is a timely episode! About Alexandra I like to say I’m a “kitchen anthropologist”. I stand in my kitchen and try to make sense of the world around me. From my family life to the news headlines I’m looking for where the...2022-11-0333 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.379: Midlife is No Joke- Friendships with Shannan MartinFriendships in midlife are sometimes complicated, but they don't have to be. On the podcast today we are diving into how to be a good friend, how to neighbor well, and how to cultivate diverse relationships that add richness and texture to life. Popular author, Shannan Martin, joins us to share her wisdom on creating community - what worked, and what didn't. You will walk away more equipped for healthy, authentic, and strong relationships after listening. SOME THINGS YOU HEARD ON THE SHOW: Start with Hello – Shannan Martin’s new book Lovin...2022-10-0449 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.379: Midlife is No Joke- Friendships with Shannan MartinFriendships in midlife are sometimes complicated, but they don't have to be. On the podcast today we are diving into how to be a good friend, how to neighbor well, and how to cultivate diverse relationships that add richness and texture to life. Popular author, Shannan Martin, joins us to share her wisdom on creating community - what worked, and what didn't. You will walk away more equipped for healthy, authentic, and strong relationships after listening. SOME THINGS YOU HEARD ON THE SHOW: Start with Hello – Shannan Martin’s new book Lovin...2022-10-0449 minWork Your Plan Podcast with KendraWork Your Plan Podcast with Kendra108. We Find What We Look For with Alexandra KuykendallI hope you will be challenged and inspired by this week's episode of the podcast. I am talking with my friend and fellow "world changer for good", Alexandra Kuykendall.  Alex speaks on issues of how faith impacts everyday life. She encourages us to listen well and communicate with generosity and kindness. She has authored four books: Loving My Actual Life, Loving My Actual Christmas, The Artist’s Daughter: A Memoir, Loving My Actual Neighbor and her newest, "Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You". Philippians 4:8 tells us where to center our thought life. It is the roa...2022-02-2349 minGod Hears Her PodcastGod Hears Her PodcastEP. 78: Loving Your Neighbor Through Conflict (with Alexandra Kuykendall)In our culture today, it’s normal to disagree with people and “cancel” them by refusing to talk to them or even trying to understand their viewpoints on various issues. But did you know that “cancel culture” contradicts what the Bible says? On this episode of God Hears Her, Elisa and Eryn interview Alexandra Kuykendall about what it means to actually love your neighbor the way Jesus did, even when you disagree.   About Our Guest: Alexandra Kuykendall encourages the church to engage God’s world in the tension and intersection of heartache and hope. Her mos...2022-02-1436 minGod Hears Her PodcastGod Hears Her PodcastEP. 78: Loving Your Neighbor Through Conflict (with Alexandra Kuykendall)In our culture today, it’s normal to disagree with people and “cancel” them by refusing to talk to them or even trying to understand their viewpoints on various issues. But did you know that “cancel culture” contradicts what the Bible says? On this episode of God Hears Her, Elisa and Eryn interview Alexandra Kuykendall about what it means to actually love your neighbor the way Jesus did, even when you disagree.   About Our Guest: Alexandra Kuykendall encourages the church to engage God’s world in the tension and intersection of heartache and hope. Her mos...2022-02-1436 minThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women\'s wellnessThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women's wellnessEp. 141: Finding Goodness Right Where You Are, with Alexandra KuykendallWhile the past few years have put a spotlight on the divisive, contentious, darkness of our world, it is good to remember that God has not changed. And, His goodness and light are still there.  The question is: Do we see it?  Alexandra Kuykendall joins us today to point us to the practical truth of Philippians 4:8 – and a reminder that we can choose to shift our focus from the messy, hard things of our current culture, to all that is true, noble, and good right now. (hint: There’s a lot.) Alex tackles the hard stuff of person...2022-01-1948 minLet It Shine with Angie ElkinsLet It Shine with Angie ElkinsEpisode 163: Looking for Goodness with Alexandra KuykendallSend us a textToday on the show, Angie is chatting with Alex Kuykendall about the dark places in the world, but how we can find the hope of goodness. Alex is an author, speaker, and podcaster who you will enjoy hearing from.   If you’re interested in starting your podcast in 2022, and purchasing Angie’s course for beginners, click here: Angie Elkins Podcasting Course Connect with Alex: alexandrakuykendall.com/ theopendoorsisterhood.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrakuykendall/   Connect With Angie: ...2022-01-1839 minConnections with Mike Thom and Colleen HoudeConnections with Mike Thom and Colleen HoudeAlexandra Kuykendall: Seeking out goodness in a time of darknessThe past couple of years have been difficult for many as we deal with the ongoing pandemic.   And although it can be difficult to seek out the goodness in the world, Alexandra Kuykendall reminds us that everything is going to be okay, that God is still at work, even in small ways. She says he is still in control and still offers us good gifts. We just have to know where to look for them. Today on Connections, Alexandra helps us to seek out the true and beautiful that surrounds us.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-01-0421 minReady to ThriveReady to ThriveEp 134 - Trading Cancel Culture for Goodness and Grace with Alexandra KuykendallA few years back I wasn’t loving life. I was overwhelmed. I just didn’t understand how people managed this whole parenting thing! I picked up a copy of a book titled “Loving Your Actual Life” by Alexandra Kuykenall and appreciated the deep dive she did into her own life and what it would look like to love it. Fast forward many years and our world has changed significantly. And once again Alexandra has written a book that is incredibly timely. Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All Around You. What does it look to seek...2021-11-2452 minSurviving SarahSurviving SarahEpisode 287: Alexandra Kuykendall | How to Disagree With HonorI am happy to welcome Alexandra Kuykendall back to the show. She has been on Surviving Sarah a couple of times over the years. She is a co-host to the popular podcast The Open Door Sisterhood and is a writer and speaker. Today, she joins me to talk about her new book “Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You.”   Seeking out the goodness around you. That is so easy for us, right? I mean, we aren’t bombarded with what is hard and conflicting at all. Alex’s book is perfectly timed for where we are not only...2021-10-2641 minLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookSeeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 544039 Title: Seeking Out Goodness: Finding the True and Beautiful All around You Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 06:19:34 Language: English Release date: 10-19-21 Publisher: Christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Self Development, Health & Wellness, Naturopathy & New Age, Counseling & Inspirational Summary: Most of us feel the world is more contentious and less civil than it was a generation ago, or a few years ago, or maybe even last week. We long to be reassured that everything is going to be okay, that God is still at...2021-10-196h 19Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.299: Seeking Out Goodness with Alexandra KuykendallOur very own Alex has a new book releasing in a few weeks and we want to give you the FIRST sneak peek at some of what she covers in the pages. In this episode, Krista interviews Alex about why she wrote the book, why the process of looking for what is good is important to us, and how she structures practical next steps so listeners can begin seeking out what is good. Whether you are overwhelmed with heartache or the state of the world, or just feel a little bored with the monotony of your daily...2021-09-2840 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.299: Seeking Out Goodness with Alexandra KuykendallOur very own Alex has a new book releasing in a few weeks and we want to give you the FIRST sneak peek at some of what she covers in the pages. In this episode, Krista interviews Alex about why she wrote the book, why the process of looking for what is good is important to us, and how she structures practical next steps so listeners can begin seeking out what is good. Whether you are overwhelmed with heartache or the state of the world, or just feel a little bored with the monotony of your daily...2021-09-2840 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.298: Resetting Fall With A Sister Straight TalkFall is the perfect time of year to push the refresh button on our lives.   Hosts Krista Gilbert & Alexandra Kuykendall talk about their favorite home systems, chores, work / life balance, and tried and true recipes.  2021-09-2141 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.298: Resetting Fall With A Sister Straight TalkFall is the perfect time of year to push the refresh button on our lives.   Hosts Krista Gilbert & Alexandra Kuykendall talk about their favorite home systems, chores, work / life balance, and tried and true recipes.  2021-09-2141 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.276: Parenting Teens - Sister Straight Talk with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallIn this episode Krista and Alex wrap up the series Teens: The State of the Union. They discuss what impacted them most, what changes they are making in their parenting because of what they heard, and what felt practical. They also weigh in on their experience parenting teens – what’s been hard, what’s been helpful, and what they would recommend. Join us as we have a sister to sister conversation, and as we attempt to make the most of the teen series.2021-03-2350 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.276: Parenting Teens - Sister Straight Talk with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallIn this episode Krista and Alex wrap up the series Teens: The State of the Union. They discuss what impacted them most, what changes they are making in their parenting because of what they heard, and what felt practical. They also weigh in on their experience parenting teens – what’s been hard, what’s been helpful, and what they would recommend. Join us as we have a sister to sister conversation, and as we attempt to make the most of the teen series.2021-03-2350 minDirection Not PerfectionDirection Not PerfectionEpisode 108: "Loving My Actual Life" - with Author Alexandra KuykendallLittle by little, a little becomes a lot.   Embracing this concept is an important step in your journey to becoming healthy, fit and happy.  Alexandra Kuykendall uses this concept in her book “Loving My Actual Life”.   Believing that what we focus on is what we become, she looked for areas in her busy life that could be improved. Each month for 9 months she chose one aspect of her life and asked herself what small changes she could make that would help her enjoy life today, because tomorrow is not a promise.  It is not a dress rehearsal for the future. ...2021-01-2948 minThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women\'s wellnessThe Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women's wellnessEp. 85: Loving Your Actual Christmas, with Alexandra KuykendallAlexandra Kuykendall joins us today with such a refreshing, endearing message about Loving Your Actual Christmas.  Drawing from her book (by that name,) Alex reminds us that Christ did not come for the people who have it all together, but for the weary,  grieving, and hurting.  He came for us real people who sometimes struggle our way through the holidays. When we don’t have our act together, Jesus meets us in the most real way.  Alex talks about the meaning of Advent as well as Christmastide (the “12 Days of Christmas”) and how we can truly savor this season – yes, even 20...2020-12-1534 minFierce and LovelyFierce and LovelyThe Trouble with Friends with Alexandra KuykendallLearn more about Alexandra Kuykendall.Learn more about becoming a fierce and lovely mom, take the Story Journey Assessment, or subscribe to Beth's monthly email here.Learn more about the Moms Membership Community.Grab the Loving Teen Girls in 2020 Course.Read A VOICE BECOMING by Beth Bruno.2020-11-0512 minFierce and LovelyFierce and LovelyThe Trouble with Friends with Alexandra KuykendallLearn more about Alexandra Kuykendall.Learn more about becoming a fierce and lovely mom, take the Story Journey Assessment, or subscribe to Beth's monthly email here.Learn more about the Moms Membership Community.Grab the Loving Teen Girls in 2020 Course.Read A VOICE BECOMING by Beth Bruno.2020-11-0512 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.255: What We Learned From The Hard Conversations Series with Alex & KristaFor the past five weeks we’ve been talking about how to have hard conversations around suicide, politics, race, sexuality, and social media. Today’s episode wraps up that series with hosts Alexandra Kuykendall and Krista Gilbert sharing their takeaways on the series. They discuss what they learned, what they are doing differently, what is sticking with them, and how they will approach hard conversations with new strategies. Krista and Alex also describe the difference between peace making and peace keeping (hint: they are not the same thing). Join us as we finish out this seri...2020-10-2037 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.255: What We Learned From The Hard Conversations Series with Alex & KristaFor the past five weeks we’ve been talking about how to have hard conversations around suicide, politics, race, sexuality, and social media. Today’s episode wraps up that series with hosts Alexandra Kuykendall and Krista Gilbert sharing their takeaways on the series. They discuss what they learned, what they are doing differently, what is sticking with them, and how they will approach hard conversations with new strategies. Krista and Alex also describe the difference between peace making and peace keeping (hint: they are not the same thing). Join us as we finish out this seri...2020-10-2037 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.245: Work Flip - Sister Straight Talk with Alexandra Kuykendall & Krista GilbertAre you deciding whether to stay at a job or find something new? In this episode Krista and Alex shoot straight about what questions to ask and what you might want to consider as you make your choice. The last episode in the Work Flip series, they also discuss how COVID19 has impacted their work lives, how narrowing margins push toward innovation, and ten ideas for quick cash. If you are wrestling with your work life, this whole series is for you!2020-08-1151 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.245: Work Flip - Sister Straight Talk with Alexandra Kuykendall & Krista GilbertAre you deciding whether to stay at a job or find something new? In this episode Krista and Alex shoot straight about what questions to ask and what you might want to consider as you make your choice. The last episode in the Work Flip series, they also discuss how COVID19 has impacted their work lives, how narrowing margins push toward innovation, and ten ideas for quick cash. If you are wrestling with your work life, this whole series is for you!2020-08-1151 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.241: How to Steward Our Voice - Sister Straight Talk with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallThe last episode in our “Hone Your Voice” series, Alex and Krista shoot straight about what it means to navigate conflict better while maintaining our voice. We also cover what it means to “steward” our voices. Meaning, what does responsibility look like when using our voice, especially as people of faith? We wrestle in this episode with the hardest parts of having a voice and using our voice in a world often divided and in tension. We even give a specific real-life scenario and talk through how each of us would respond. Come with us and expl...2020-07-1456 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.241: How to Steward Our Voice - Sister Straight Talk with Krista Gilbert & Alexandra KuykendallThe last episode in our “Hone Your Voice” series, Alex and Krista shoot straight about what it means to navigate conflict better while maintaining our voice. We also cover what it means to “steward” our voices. Meaning, what does responsibility look like when using our voice, especially as people of faith? We wrestle in this episode with the hardest parts of having a voice and using our voice in a world often divided and in tension. We even give a specific real-life scenario and talk through how each of us would respond. Come with us and expl...2020-07-1456 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.223: How To Be A World Changer For Good Right Where You Are with Gena ThomasThe phrase "world changer" is thrown around on Pinterest memes, slogans, and yes, even here at The Sisterhood.  But what does it really mean to be a world changer?   In this episode Krista & Alex break down The Sisterhood definition of what this phrase really means, and how we can start being a world changer in our actual lives, right where we are, today.   Gena Thomas joins us for the second part of the interview to share her story of helping a Honduran five year old who was separated from her mother at the border.  This stor...2020-03-1054 minKindled Podcast | Truth and Grace, BoldlyKindled Podcast | Truth and Grace, BoldlyLoving Your Actual Christmas | Alexandra Kuykendall | Ep. 90In this episode I'm chatting with Alex Kuykendall about her book, Loving My Actual Christmas. You’ll hear us discuss how to fall in love with the season again, reflecting on themes of advent—hope, love, joy and peace—plus, practical advice on common Christmas stressors such as finances, schedules and extended family.  I hope you’ll finish this episode with the encouragement to go easy on yourself, remember what truly matters, and find joy in your own actual, imperfect Christmas.  Sponsor: Pr2019-11-2555 minWonderfully MadeWonderfully Made98: Loving Your Imperfect Holidays with Alexandra KuykendallJoin Allie Marie Smith and our guest Alexandra Kuykendall for a conversation about the beautiful and hard parts of the holiday season. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one, dealing with difficult family relationships or facing unmet expectations, let's face it: the holidays can be hard. Learn how to reflect on hope, love, joy and peace while enjoying the season and getting practical tips for dealing with holiday stressors. This year, may you go easy on yourself, remember what truly matters and find joy in the imperfections of the holiday season.2019-11-1145 minThe Tricia Goyer ShowThe Tricia Goyer Show#WalkItOut 058: Alexandra KuykendallIn today's episode of the #WalkItOut Podcast, we're chatting about Loving My Actual Neighbor with   Alexandra Kuykendall! For notes and links for everything we talked about on   the show, visit: https://www.triciagoyer.com/0582019-06-0739 minMidwest Mommas!Midwest Mommas!Alexandra Kuykendall: Author of Loving my Actual NeighborJoin us in our conversation with the endearing author Alexandra Kuykendall.  We learn more about her journey to becoming an author and why it was important to her to share her beliefs.  Enjoy!2019-05-0936 minLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookLet Your Ears Be the Gateway to Knowledge With Full AudiobookLoving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 379751 Title: Loving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 05:24:21 Language: English Release date: 04-02-19 Publisher: Christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity Summary: As Christians, we know we are called to love our neighbor. We may even grasp that 'neighbor' encompasses more than just the people living next door or down the street. But what we too often don't know is how to begin. How do we love our neighbor? Where do we...2019-04-025h 24Get Lost In The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.Get Lost In The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.Loving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You by Alexandra KuykendallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/379751to listen full audiobooks. Title: Loving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 24 minutes Release date: April 2, 2019 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: As Christians, we know we are called to love our neighbor. We may even grasp that 'neighbor' encompasses more than just the people living next door or down the street. But what we too often don't know is how to begin. How do we love our neighbor? Where do we start? What does this look like...2019-04-025h 24Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.176: Loving My Actual Neighbor with Alexandra KuykendallWe often hear the term "love your neighbor" but what does that really mean? Who is our neighbor anyway? And why is it important to love them? In an increasingly divided world, where people are often stretched to a place of little margin, this can feel overwhelming and impossible. Today on the podcast, our own Alexandra Kuykendall joins us to talk about why the lost art of neighboring deeply matters. In fact, it may be more important than it has ever been. We discuss practicals like leaning into the awkward, how to lighten up, and why praying...2019-04-0250 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.176: Loving My Actual Neighbor with Alexandra KuykendallWe often hear the term "love your neighbor" but what does that really mean? Who is our neighbor anyway? And why is it important to love them? In an increasingly divided world, where people are often stretched to a place of little margin, this can feel overwhelming and impossible. Today on the podcast, our own Alexandra Kuykendall joins us to talk about why the lost art of neighboring deeply matters. In fact, it may be more important than it has ever been. We discuss practicals like leaning into the awkward, how to lighten up, and why praying...2019-04-0250 minListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityLoving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You by Alexandra KuykendallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/379751to listen full audiobooks. Title: Loving My Actual Neighbor: 7 Practices to Treasure the People Right in Front of You Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 24 minutes Release date: April 2, 2019 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: As Christians, we know we are called to love our neighbor. We may even grasp that 'neighbor' encompasses more than just the people living next door or down the street. But what we too often don't know is how to begin. How do we love our neighbor? Where do we start? What does this look like...2019-04-025h 24Girls Talking LifeGirls Talking Life#14 Alexandra Kuykendall [Loving My Actual Neighbor]A trusted voice for Christian women, Alexandra Kuykendall speaks on issues of how faith impacts everyday life. She is the Co-founder of The Open Door Sisterhood, a community of women working to be world changers for good right where they are. She co-hosts a podcast and retreat under the same name. Alex has authored four books: Loving My Actual Life, Loving My Actual Christmas, The Artist’s Daughter: A Memoir, and Loving My Actual Neighbor releasing April 2nd. Alex lives in the shadows of downtown Denver with her husband Derek and their 4 daughters who range in age from 16 to 7....2019-04-0151 minPractical Family PodcastPractical Family PodcastEpisode 050 | Loving My Actual Christmas - Alexandra KuykendallHave you ever found yourself wishing for a different Christmas? Does Christmas usually come with mixed feelings of joy, regret, and maybe even anxiety? Expectations surrounding the Christmas season seem to have turned from hope to entitlement, and from love to loathing all the stress that is heaped upon families during this otherwise festive time of year.  But there is hope, friend. Let's take peek through those crummy curtains of condemnation and lay false expectations to rest. Listen to my conversation with author Alexandra Kuykendall to hear how she learned to finally let go and lo...2018-11-2100 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.143: Letting Go in the College YearsAre you about to send your child off to college?  Or are you anticipating that time in the near future?   Author Carol Kuykendall is back for the second episode of this special two-part series where we discuss the joyful and complicated nature of letting go of our children as they move through the teen years and into college. Starting with high school graduation, we talk about lowering expectations, and how to make your child feel celebrated and loved.  We then move to the much-anticipated college drop off:  how we can set it up for success, how and how...2018-08-071h 03Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.142: Letting Go In The Teen YearsThere is something about letting our children step into the world that feels counter to our parenting instincts. Author Carol Kuykendall has been speaking and writing on the topic of parenting and letting go for decades. The re-release of her popular book Give Them Wings: Preparing For the Time When Your Teens Leave Home offers great opportunity for the sisterhood to talk about this topic. In fact, our very own Krista Gilbert contributed to the updates in the book and Alex wrote the foreword. In other words, we believe in Carol's message. This is the first of...2018-07-3152 minTEA of Life PodcastTEA of Life Podcast37: Loving My Actual Life with Alexandra KuykendallAlexandra Kuykendall is a wife and mom of 4, an author, blogger, and Podcaster. She was also on staff with MOPS International for nearly ten years and is a trusted voice in mothering circles. Not only was she kind enough to join us today and share her author's insight into her book Loving My Actual life: Relishing what's right in front of you; she also gave us a little preview of her upcoming 4th book which is due out early 2019! Visit our website at teaoflifepodcast.com for show notes and links.  2018-02-2743 minOff The Bench with Heidi St. JohnOff The Bench with Heidi St. JohnLoving Your Actual Christmas, with Alexandra Kuykendall – 548I have my friend Alexandra Kuykendall on with me today and we’re talking more about enjoying Christmas for what it is, learning to relish what is right in front of us and focusing on what really matters. Less is truly more in this season! You can read more about Alexandra Kuykendall’s experiment to put an end to the holiday madness in her new book Loving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season. A trusted voice in mothering circles, Alex speaks to women around the world about issues of parenting, faith and identity. She is the Coho...2017-12-2226 minSimply Joyful with Kristi Clover | Encouragement for your Faith and FamilySimply Joyful with Kristi Clover | Encouragement for your Faith and FamilySJP #043: Alexandra Kuykendall: Contentment at Christmas: Letting Go of Our Holiday ExpectationsEpisode #043 with Alexandra KuykendallContentment at Christmas: Letting Go of Our Holiday Expectations   Head to SimplyJoyfulPodcast.com or KristiClover.com/043 to see all the Show Notes & Awesome Quotes that we collected for you!   Merry Christmas! A special thanks to our wonderful sponsor this month: PeachDish  PeachDish is generously hosting a fun giveaway for us over the next two weeks: 4 Holiday Feast Kits with Brunch Casseroles! **Sign up for this week’s giveaway HERE!**   … Okay! Now onto this week's encouraging episode! Today is...2017-12-111h 05Dear DaughtersDear DaughtersAlexandra Kuykendall | Dear Daughters 43Alexandra Kuykendall lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband and four daughters, where she writes about relishing life, hosts The Open Door Sisterhood Podcast with our mutual friend Krista, and speaks about expectations, contentment, and purpose. She worked for MOPS International for ten years and still regularly contributes to their blog. In this episode of The Dear Daughters podcast, we talked a lot about releasing expectations this Christmas (which she talks about in her new book), focusing on what matters, and the beauty of brokenness. Alex also shared the recipe for her home-run holiday dessert. ;) I can...2017-12-0752 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.105: Loving My Actual ChristmasA true Open Door Sisterhood Podcast interview! Co-host Krista Gilbert interviews her partner in the sisterhood, Alexandra Kuykendall, about her new book Loving My Actual Christmas. They talk about the experiment Alex conducted last Christmas season because she wanted to have a less stressful and exhausting holiday. In the midst of her actual life she searched for more hope, love, joy and peace. What she found is that much of her newfound appreciation of the holiday stems from remembering the story that God so loved the world...he sent a baby. This is the behind the scenes...2017-11-2847 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.105: Loving My Actual ChristmasA true Open Door Sisterhood Podcast interview! Co-host Krista Gilbert interviews her partner in the sisterhood, Alexandra Kuykendall, about her new book Loving My Actual Christmas. They talk about the experiment Alex conducted last Christmas season because she wanted to have a less stressful and exhausting holiday. In the midst of her actual life she searched for more hope, love, joy and peace. What she found is that much of her newfound appreciation of the holiday stems from remembering the story that God so loved the world...he sent a baby. This is the behind the scenes...2017-11-2847 minchatologiechatologieEpisode 26: Loving My Actual Christmas with Alexandra KuykendallHave you signed up for the chatologie newsletter? I want to take a minute to encourage you to stay connected with me in this way. I send out a couple of newsletters a month to keep you all in the know about what’s coming up on chatologie, on give aways, and this Christmas, I’ll be … Continue reading "Episode 26: Loving My Actual Christmas with Alexandra Kuykendall"2017-11-2800 minLet It Shine with Angie ElkinsLet It Shine with Angie ElkinsEpisode 26: Loving My Actual Christmas with Alexandra KuykendallSend us a textHave you signed up for the chatologie newsletter? I want to take a minute to encourage you to stay connected with me in this way. I send out a couple of newsletters a month to keep you all in the know about what’s coming up on chatologie, on give aways, and this Christmas, I’ll be … Continue reading "Episode 26: Loving My Actual Christmas with Alexandra Kuykendall"2017-11-281h 04Outreach Archives - StonecroftOutreach Archives - StonecroftSeason 1, Episode 5: Loving My Actual Christmas: Alexandra KuykendallIf we live out our Christmas in a way that we actually enjoy, then we give off the vibe as Christians that Christmas is something to celebrate and not something to resent. The post Season 1, Episode 5: Loving My Actual Christmas: Alexandra Kuykendall appeared first on Stonecroft.2017-11-0300 minStart The Game-Changing Full Audiobook Now, Story Seekers!Start The Game-Changing Full Audiobook Now, Story Seekers!Loving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season by Alexandra KuykendallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/308987to listen full audiobooks. Title: Loving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 22 minutes Release date: September 5, 2017 Genres: Counseling & Inspirational Publisher's Summary: The Christmas season is a particularly difficult time for women to slow down and relish what's right in front of them. An annual marker for many, it is a holiday that can often remind us how life is not going as we'd planned. Our family relationships remain strained, our finances stretched, and our schedules stuffed with too much to...2017-09-053h 22Enter a New World Through Your Headphones With Free AudiobookEnter a New World Through Your Headphones With Free AudiobookLoving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 308987 Title: Loving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 03:22:00 Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Health & Wellness, Christianity, Naturopathy & New Age, Counseling & Inspirational Summary: The Christmas season is a particularly difficult time for women to slow down and relish what's right in front of them. An annual marker for many, it is a holiday that can often remind us how life is not going as we'd planned. Our family relationships remain...2017-09-053h 22Download Latest Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Medicine & NaturopathyDownload Latest Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Medicine & NaturopathyLoving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season by Alexandra KuykendallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/308987to listen full audiobooks. Title: Loving My Actual Christmas: An Experiment in Relishing the Season Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 22 minutes Release date: September 5, 2017 Genres: Medicine & Naturopathy Publisher's Summary: The Christmas season is a particularly difficult time for women to slow down and relish what's right in front of them. An annual marker for many, it is a holiday that can often remind us how life is not going as we'd planned. Our family relationships remain strained, our finances stretched, and our schedules stuffed with too much to...2017-09-053h 22How to Grab Free Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityHow to Grab Free Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityLoving My Actual Christmas by Alexandra Kuykendall | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Loving My Actual Christmas Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: christianaudio.com Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity Summary: The Christmas season is a particularly difficult time for women to slow down and relish what's right in front of them. An annual marker for many, it is a holiday that can often remind us how life is not going as we'd planned. Our family relationships remain strained, our finances stretched, and our schedules stuffed with too much to...2017-09-053h 22Work Your Plan Podcast with KendraWork Your Plan Podcast with KendraEp 7 Modern Titus 2 Woman: Alexandra KuykendallThe Theme for March's Podcasts is The Modern Titus 2 Woman. Titus 2 encourages "older" women to "urge the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God." In week 2 of this series we chat with Alexandra Kuykendall. Alex is a wife, a mom, and an author.  She speaks to women around the world about issues of parenting, faith and identity. The conversation in t...2017-03-1640 minThe Devoted Dreamers PodcastThe Devoted Dreamers Podcast35 Interview with Alexandra Kuykendall: Writer | Speaker | Encourager of WomenSend us a textLeave a review of the show on iTunes or Stitcher If you live near Denver, Colorado, you can meet this week's guest, Alexandra Kuykendall, in person at the Denver Institute for Faith & Work event called “Ambition: Living with Drive & Devotion” happening this Friday, March 10th in Denver. Learn more & register here: http://denverinstitute.org/ambition/ Alexandra Kuykendall says she spends her days driving to multiple schools, figuring out what to feed her people and searching for a better solution to the laundry dilemma. Author of Loving My Actual Life: An Exp...2017-03-0852 minShift Your PerspectiveShift Your Perspective0042: Alexandra Kuykendall shares a story of when her kids were in dangerIn this episode of FEAR NOT, Author Alexandra Kuykendall shares a recent story of when her kids were in danger, as well as discussing irrational fears.2017-03-0619 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.21: Alex & Krista - It's Our 21st Birthday!What happens when a girl turns 21? How about when a podcast does? We have a little bit of a party. And we reflect on how far we've come and where we're going. That's exactly what we're doing on this 21st episode of The Open Door Sisterhood Podcast. Co-hostesses Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall talk through what this whole podcast thing is about. Why they're doing it. What the intent is and what the core values of the sisterhood are. Though these two typically interview other guests, in this episode they interview one another, giving listeners...2016-10-241h 02Our Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.21: Alex & Krista - It's Our 21st Birthday!What happens when a girl turns 21? How about when a podcast does? We have a little bit of a party. And we reflect on how far we've come and where we're going. That's exactly what we're doing on this 21st episode of The Open Door Sisterhood Podcast. Co-hostesses Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall talk through what this whole podcast thing is about. Why they're doing it. What the intent is and what the core values of the sisterhood are. Though these two typically interview other guests, in this episode they interview one another, giving listeners...2016-10-241h 02Listen, Escape, Enjoy With Full AudiobookListen, Escape, Enjoy With Full AudiobookLoving My Actual Life: An Experiment in Relishing What's Right in Front of Me Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 316332 Title: Loving My Actual Life: An Experiment in Relishing What's Right in Front of Me Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Length: 06:06:51 Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Media Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Self Development, Health & Wellness, Christianity, Counseling & Inspirational Summary: In life, there is the ideal: fulfilling work, thriving relationships, financial security. Not to mention an orderly and beautiful home and children who never misbehave. And then there's reality: frustrations, illness, feeling overwhelmed and inadequate. We can wait around for our circumstances to change...2016-08-096h 06Listen to Top 100 Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityListen to Top 100 Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityLoving My Actual Life Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallPlease visit https://fashabooks.com/aff/fashabooks/1467 to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Loving My Actual Life Subtitle: An Experiment in Relishing What's Right in Front of Me Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity Publisher's Summary: In life there is the ideal: fulfilling work, thriving relationships, financial security. Not to mention an orderly and beautiful home and children who never misbehave. And then there's reality: frustrations, illness, feeling overwhelmed and inadequate. We...2016-08-0905 minListen to Top 100 Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityListen to Top 100 Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityLoving My Actual Life Audiobook by Alexandra KuykendallPlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Loving My Actual Life Subtitle: An Experiment in Relishing What's Right in Front of Me Author: Alexandra Kuykendall Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity Publisher's Summary: In life there is the ideal: fulfilling work, thriving relationships, financial security. Not to mention an orderly and beautiful home and children who never misbehave. And then there's...2016-08-096h 06InspiredToAction.com - Inspiration for MotherhoodInspiredToAction.com - Inspiration for MotherhoodLoving Your Actual Life :: Alexandra Kuykendall :: ITA108Do you find yourself always longing for the next phase of life? This is for you… Alexandra Kuykendall joins us today with insight on how to love and relish the life you’re already living. In This Episode You’ll Hear… Alexandra’s journey to start loving her actual, current life. About the... Read more2016-08-0938 minInspiredToAction.com - Inspiration for MotherhoodInspiredToAction.com - Inspiration for MotherhoodLoving Your Actual Life :: Alexandra Kuykendall :: ITA108Do you find yourself always longing for the next phase of life? This is for you... Alexandra Kuykendall joins us today with insight on how to love and relish the life you're already living. In This Episode You'll Hear... Alexandra's journey to start loving her actual, current life. About the experiment you can do to discover the joy in your current phase of life. How to grow in areas of parenting where you're not naturally gifted. How social media affects our current contentment. How to help your children love their actual life. Eliminate the Overwhelm...2016-08-0938 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.8: Alexandra Kuykendall - Part 2This is part 2 of a two part interview with my co-host and author Alexandra Kuykendall about her new book, Loving My Actual Life.  Tammy Strait joins us as a guest co-host. We talk about health, body image, what to do about our constant connection to social media, and how to keep perspective in the midst of parenting.  2016-08-0417 minOur Time to Rise in MidlifeOur Time to Rise in MidlifeEp.8: Alexandra Kuykendall - Part 2This is part 2 of a two part interview with my co-host and author Alexandra Kuykendall about her new book, Loving My Actual Life.  Tammy Strait joins us as a guest co-host. 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