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The Art of Badassery with Jenn Cassetta: Mindset, Motivation and Empowerment for Women33 | Making Life More Fun (Even When It’s Not) with Andrea Parker and Mel MillsWhat if adding more fun to your life could unlock greater success and fulfillment?In this episode of The Art of Badassery podcast, host Jenn Cassetta dives into a vibrant conversation with Andrea Parker and Mel Mills about how embracing fun can transform both your personal and professional life. Andrea shares her inspiring journey from being a police detective—where constant conflict felt misaligned with her passions—to building a career in leadership training infused with joy. Alongside Mel, a former pro hockey player turned Chief Fun Officer, share how prioritizing fun led to unex...2025-02-1935 min
The Create Your Day Podcast86. Building Confidence and Alleviating Anxiety with Mel Robbins' "Let Them" TheoryHave you ever felt overwhelmed by other people’s opinions, frustrated by their actions, or anxious about things beyond your control? In this episode, we explore Mel Robbins’ powerful “Let Them” theory—a simple mindset shift that can help you release anxiety, stop overthinking, and build unshakable confidence.You’ll learn:✅ What the “Let Them” theory is and why it’s so powerful✅ How it helps reduce anxiety and overthinking✅ Why it builds confidence and strengthens self-trust✅ Practical ways to apply it in your daily lifeIf you’re ready to stop wasting energy on thing...2025-02-1123 min
Emotionally Uncomfortable1184: "The Truth About Perimenopause" [Interview with Jenn Pike] Are you doing all the things—even following every functional medicine protocol—and still feel like your body is betraying you? You’re a high-achieving, ambitious woman, yet suddenly, your energy, libido, performance, and drive feel like they’ve hit rock bottom. Sound familiar? Welcome to perimenopause. In this episode, I’m joined by Jenn Pike, Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and the queen of women’s health, to discuss how perimenopause isn’t just a phase—it’s a call to reconnect with your body, unlearn everything you thought you knew, and take ownership of your health lik...2024-12-1130 min
The M Take027: Taking on infertility, loss & life with Jenn Arata It’s time to take on an infertility spotlight share with Jenn Arata. In this heartfelt episode, Mel & Michelle sit down with Jenn for a deeply personal story rooted in strength. Jenn’s journey is a powerful reminder that infertility, much like a stamp on your passport, becomes a permanent part of who you are—woven into your life story no matter the outcome. With vulnerability, resilience, love, and loss, Jenn opens up about navigating the unpredictable path of infertility and how, while we can't control what happens or when, we can choose how we respond.Jenn’s story...2024-10-011h 05
Sippin wit Mel and NasWhat is a Medium Friend?! Bachelorette Jenn Tran gets support from fans after heartbreak, Fans are concerned for Bryshere Gray, and Katy Perry making all the wrong choices!Today's episode is about medium friends... what are they and do you have any? For pop news we discuss the bachelorette drama surrounding Jenn Tran's heartbreak, Empire's star Bryshere Gray on OnlyFans and Katy Perry being a flop! Thanks for listening!
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They Call Us WooS2 Ep 22: (w)OOzing with PositivityIn this episode Tammy and Jenn are oozing with positivity or as the description says "woo-zing" with it. They are talking about the Jenn's Positivity Boxes and going over a few affirmations and workbook prompts to help you reset your mindset. As a thank you for listening, Jenn has agreed to gift our listeners with a full PDF workbook instead of just the prompts that we talk about. If you want the Positivity Box card deck, they are available for purchase. Resources from this episode: Positivity Box workbook prompts download: www.spiritandherb.com/positivity-box-green...2024-08-0850 min
Emotionally Uncomfortable1151: [Relationships] "Reflecting On Our Relationship With Time And Alcohol" [with guest Jenn Kautsch] "Every time you drink alcohol, you are borrowing happiness from tomorrow. It impacts your time management and productivity, often without you realizing it." - James Clear In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: Understanding how alcohol affects our time management Evaluating the time spent on drinking and its impact Conside2024-08-021h 00
The Sisters Have SpokenAdult Friendships and the Value of Deep, Meaningful ConnectionsIn this episode, Jenn and Nikki bring on friend and guest, Melissa Joy Kong to discuss the topic of making friends as adults and how friendships evolve over time. Mel shares her experiences and insights on the subject. They talk about the importance of building relationships and the challenges that come with breakups and friendship endings. They also explore the dynamics of friendships and the need for self-reflection and intentionality in cultivating meaningful connections. The conversation explores the evolution and transformation of friendships. Jenn and Nikki discuss how personal growth and self-discovery can lead to changes in friendships, as...2024-05-2942 min
Permission To Be Human - the podcastEpisode 55 - Anniversary special - meet a younger MelThis episode is a little different. In honour of the podcast's one year anniversary week, this time, I've brought an old highschool friend Jenn on to reminisce about old memories of us, in order to give you a glimpse into my younger self. I have to admit I loved listening back to it while editing, but it's also a bit strange to talk about myself!
There's a few juicy tidbits in there!
And as it is anniversary week be sure to:
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The Gaslit TruthBad Influence Puppets for Profit: How Influencers like Jay Shetty, Oprah Winfrey, Rachel Hollis, Mel Robbins Blind UsSend us a textDoes this sound familiar when you are attracted to an influencer's post/product: "How genuine is her smile? She seems so trustworthy. I feel a connection and want to learn more about her!" Have you ever felt irresistibly drawn into the realm of influencers, where it's not the product but the charming personality endorsing it that captures your emotions? YOU are a victim of Attraction Marketing! But fear not! Your Mental Mavericks Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn are here TODAY to steer you towards your TRUTH in influence. 🌟 Together, we'll unrave...2024-04-3056 min
The Journey ExpressedEpisode 74 - Final Episode of TJEIn this final episode, Jenn and Mel reminisce about their journey with The Journey Expressed podcast. For this tender-hearted episode, they invite their friend and recent guest, Jennifer Putnam to walk down memory lane with them.We welcome you to join us as we share interesting stats from the last 4 years about TJEPodcast, memories, the impact this podcast has had on us, and lots of love and gratitude to the Lord and our listeners. Thank YOU for journeying with us! We've felt incredibly honored to be a part of your lives, providing encouragement about faith, fri...2024-04-1040 min
Widow We Do Now?Ep 193 | Diagnosis: Widowed Child Psychologist, Jenn Vriend*This episode contains discussion of suicide, mental illness, and substance abuse and may not be suitable for some listeners*Jenn Vriend. Is she a widow? She isn't sure, but Anita and Mel use the widow index scale to assess. Jenn is a child psychologist, mom to a great kid, and a survivor of partner suicide. Twice. Check out this discussion with the trio of trauma to hear validating stories, psychologist advice, and shenanigans. Anita and Mel are excited about their new "Vriendship" with Jenn, and can't wait for you to meet her too. Listen to...2024-03-181h 28
The Powerful Content PodcastMarketing your business in 2024 with Jenn DonovanIn this episode Mel and Jenn cover:
✨ How communities and audiences differ and why we need to focus our marketing efforts into growing communities
✨ What’s emerging in the tech space to make marketing our business in 2024 simpler and easier
✨ The secret to consistent marketing and why it matters in 2024.
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Monthly Social Med...2024-02-2133 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 73 - Wrestling with God - Part 2 - with Jennifer PutnamIn this episode, Jenn and Mel welcome back their good friend, Jennifer Putnam for Part 2 of their conversation on "Wrestling with God". If you missed Part 1, we encourage you to go back and listen to Episode 72 which beautifully segues into this episode on identity. Specifically, what the Bible teaches about being a woman/Ezer regardless of your circumstances (single, married, with children, without children, etc). Jennifer shares openly about her longing to be married and how God has walked with her through different seasons of disappointment and renewed hope.Listen in for encouragement and HOPE as...2024-02-2136 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 72 - Wrestling with God - Part 1 - with Jennifer PutnamIn this episode Jenn and Mel welcome special guest and friend, Jennifer Putnam. Here, Jennifer vulnerably shares about her life's journey of discovering identity and purpose in God. Jennifer's life is a beautiful example of wrestling and surrender.Jennifer shares about a time when she struggled with negative thoughts over herself where she asked the Lord the question: "Who am I?"And He answered with a specific statement: “I made you to be a blessing”She encourages listeners to ask the same question - listening for God's response which can become our life...2024-02-1431 min
Tipsy Casting40. Spice Up Your Life with Mel B. ...of Spotlight!We’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Mel Brown of Spotlight to Tipsy Casting! Mel shares her inspiring journey through the entertainment industry, from studying drama at Loughborough University to working her way up in performer agencies and eventually joining Spotlight, where she now serves as Customer Success Manager for performers.
In this conversation, Mel opens up about her passion for supporting actors, the importance of mental health in the industry, and her unique role in helping members enhance their profiles and gain visibility with industry professionals. From behind-the-scenes anecdotes to practical advice, Mel offers insights that wi...2024-02-141h 00
Emotionally Uncomfortable1067: "Rethinking Health Habits: From Diet Culture to Emotional Wellness" {Interview with Jenn Trepeck}“Guilt has no place when it comes to eating." - Evelyn Tribole In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: Creating a framework that supports your energy, sleep, stress, and activity levels while still enjoying the foods you love Understanding the emotional side of food and the impact it has on our habits and behaviors How to create sustainable and lasting change when you have a lot of responsibility Jenn Trepeck has been described as a "force of nature" in the wellness space, has been recognized as one of Podcast Magazine’s 40 under 40, and was...2023-12-0437 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 71 - Jenn & Mel - Personal Updates & What God’s Teaching UsIn this episode Jenn and Mel share updates on where they've been and what God is teaching them in this season. They share vulnerably about what's been happening in their personal lives and how God is reminding them about the power of prayer. They talk about the latest findings linked to the Dead Sea Scrolls and how God could be using these fragments to speak to us today. Scriptures:1 Peter 4:7-11 (NASB)2 Timothy 1:6-7Hebrews 4:12Parchment (Zech 8:14-16) vs 16 found on parchmentPhil 4:4-8Come back soon for an exciting and revelatory conversation on...2023-09-2832 min
Emotionally Uncomfortable1025: "Living In The Gray Area: Sober Curious and Alcohol-Free Lifestyles" {with Jenn Kautsch}“When you quit drinking you stop waiting.” - Caroline Knapp In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: The prevalence of drinking in culture, and how it is deemed "acceptable" as a way to cope with adulthood/motherhood Viewing the habit of drinking as placed along a spectrum and examining your own relationship with alcohol Discussing what it means to be "sober-minded"; to be awake, alert, and present in our lives Jenn Kautsch is the founder and creator of the SoberSis community and leader in the "Sober Curious" movement. SoberSis was...2023-03-2326 min
Emotionally Uncomfortable1023: "How To Know If You're Experiencing Perimenopause" {with Jenn Pike}“The part can never be well unless the whole is well.” - Plato In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: Debunking the assumption that just because a symptom or collection of symptoms is common, that it is normal. Understanding that creating change in our bodies and how we feel will require habit changes and long-term commitment - it's not going to be a quick fix A few foundational starting points to start regulating your blood sugar and hormones Jenn Pike is a Functional Medicine Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, and Medical Exerci...2023-03-1648 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 70 - Chris Willard - Cultivating a Lifestyle of Beauty - Part 3Part 3 of 3Chris Willard is back for part 3 of our conversation about cultivating a lifestyle of beauty. Chris shares how she cultivates and tends to beauty within her relationships outside of her family. We share scripture and stories of how hospitality is a key for fostering healthy relationships. Chris also talks about being aware of the season you're in - we know this conversation (all 3 parts!) will inspire you to live a life of a Beauty Chaser! Scripture referenced:I Peter 4:7I John 3:17-18Ephesians 5:15Favorite quote from this episode:2023-03-1523 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 69 - Chris Willard - Cultivating a Lifestyle of Beauty - Part 2Part 2 of 3In this episode, Chris Willard joins The Journey Expressed to continue sharing about how to cultivate a lifestyle of beauty. Chris shares simple, yet profound insights that she has discovered in her pursuit of cultivating beauty within her marriage which include: Learn the art of paying attentionBe in the momentLive your real life togetherPut aside something in your day to be with your husbandGrow in your own character and knowledgeChris also shares the backstory of how she began writing her newsletter/devotional c...2023-03-0821 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 68 - Chris Willard - Cultivating a Lifestyle of Beauty - Part 1Part 1 of 3Chris Willard joins The Journey Expressed to share about Beauty: how she cultivates beauty in her home, family, marriage and relationships. Chris shares her word of the year, "tend" and how God is teaching her the power and profoundness of being tender and how she tends to her relationships. Chris shares how she would describe beauty and the life of a beauty chaser. She encourages us with wisdom, eloquence and scripture about how beauty is demonstrated in her home through reasonableness in raising her 3 girls and how being reasonable "ch...2023-03-0133 min
Sovereign Souls Media (Justice In Jeopardy)Justice In Jeopardy DAY 774 | J6 | Jenn Baker | Jon Mellis | Due Process |Just after Jon Mellis' 2 year anniversary of his arrest, patriot Jen Baker shares her story of local action as well as that of the Mellis Family Memorial.
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...2023-02-211h 02The Journey ExpressedEpisode 67 - Happy New Year - 2022 Re-cap - What We're Learning Right NowIn this episode Mel and Jenn recap 2022 with fun stats about The Journey Expressed podcast as well as how their "words of the year" worked out for them. They share about intimate ways God used their words to bring them hope and encouragement throughout 2022.Mel and Jenn also talk about what they are learning now which includes a conversation about obedience, surrender, trusting God, miracles, wisdom and unpacking the word 'becoming' with a nod to the ongoing series called, Becoming Whole. A favorite 1-liner from this episode: "The gifts in us, unlock the gifts in...2023-02-0330 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 66 - Becoming Whole - Healing from Trauma - Buffy Wimmer Part 3 of 3In this episode Jenn and Mel wrap up their conversation on overcoming trauma with friend and licensed therapist Buffy Wimmer. Today, Buffy shares about what God is teaching her in this season and she shares the hope that Jesus offers in living a lifestyle that is filled with Holy Spirit. In part 1 Buffy defined trauma and how, if not addressed, can affect you in your body. Buffy also shared practical tools to help deal with stress and anxiety. In part 2 Buffy shared about the impact that trauma can have in our soul (mind, wil...2022-12-2118 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 65 - Becoming Whole - Healing from Trauma - Buffy Wimmer Part 2 of 3In this episode, Mel and Jenn continue their conversation with friend and licensed therapist Buffy Wimmer. In the previous episode Buffy shared what trauma is and how it can affect the body if not dealt with. In this episode, Buffy shares about the impact that trauma can have on the human soul and the spirit. In the next and final part of our conversation with Buffy she will share about what God is teaching her at this time and how there is always hope, healing, freedom and fullness of life when connected to God and bei...2022-12-1423 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 64 - Becoming Whole - Healing from Trauma - Buffy Wimmer Part 1 of 3In this episode Mel and Jenn welcome their friend and licensed therapist Buffy Wimmer to talk about freedom and healing from trauma. Buffy shares how God led her into therapy as a second career and she begins to unpack little 't" trauma and big "T" trauma and how it can keep us from living a whole life. Buffy begins to share how trauma, if not addressed, effects us in body, soul and spirit with this episode focusing on the body, and the physical implications of trauma.In the next episode we'll talk about ho...2022-12-0730 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 63 - Thanksgiving Update from Mel and JennIn this episode Mel and Jenn share about what's going on with The Journey Expressed and what's happening in their own lives. Please check out our Instagram account @thejourneyexpressed and click the link in our bio to subscribe to our new newsletter. We will begin sending an email when we release new episodes so be sure to sign up for our newsletter!Thanks for joining us on The Journey Expressed and we hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!2022-11-2316 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 62 - Becoming Whole: Living Free From Shame - Part 2In this episode Jenn and Mel share part 2 of their conversation on overcoming shame.Mel shares about how shame is connected to living in lack or scarcity. Jenn and Mel share personal ways they are learning to be aware of shame and how they are each overcoming this negative paradigm. They talk about how shame has impacted them in hopes to share about their journey of freedom and transformation through the power of vulnerability before Christ and each other. Scripture referenced:Romans 8 (The Passion Translation)Book referenced:Unpunishable: Ending our Love Affa...2022-11-0218 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 61 - Becoming Whole: Living Free From Shame - Part 1In this episode Jenn and Mel talk about the power of shame and how it keeps you from living in your true identity as a child of God. They share stories of recognizing shame's power in their own lives and how to recognize the difference between shame and guilt. Book referenced: Unpunishable: Ending our Love Affair with Punishment by Danny silkBrene' Brown: Shame vs. Guilthttps://brenebrown.com/articles/2013/01/15/shame-v-guilt/Next week Jenn and Mel will dive into the source of shame and share more on being set free from th...2022-10-2617 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 60 - Laura Anselm's Journey Expressed - Redemption - Part 2In this episode Mel and Jenn share part 2 of their conversation with Laura Anselm. Laura grew up in Colorado and was a senior at Columbine High School when the tragic school shooting occurred on April 20, 1999. In part 1 Laura shared details from that day and the night before about how God "set her aside" when the shootings took place. Laura also shared about overcoming additional traumas in her personal life that will produce hope and will empower you to lean into God as you walk out your journey.In this episode Laura shares incredible moments from her...2022-10-0529 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 59 - Laura Anselm's Journey Expressed - Redemption - Part 1In this episode Mel and Jenn welcome their friend Laura Anselm to The Journey Expressed to share her powerful story of redemption. Laura grew up in Colorado and was a senior at Columbine High School when the tragic school shooting occurred on April 20, 1999. In this episode Laura shares details from that day and the night before about how God "set her aside" when the shootings took place. Laura also shares about overcoming additional traumas in her personal life that produce hope and will empower you to lean into God as you live out your journey.Tha...2022-09-2825 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 58 - Jenn and Mel Unplugged - FaithIn this episode Jenn and Mel share about how to "wait well" with faith. Mel shares her journey about a season of waiting to travel to New Zealand to see family after 8 years. Jenn shares about a time when she experienced a crisis in her faith and what helped get her unstuck from a season of confusion. 1-liners shared in this episode:"Don't have faith in your faith, have faith in Jesus" - Jenn's dad"Don't have faith in who you aren't have faith in Who I Am" - Julie Collins"Don't have faith in...2022-09-2130 min
The Messy Table with Jenn JewellEP. 125 | Heather Turner [Dreaming Big and Trading Up]If you’ve ever had a God-sized dream, a quiet nudge of vision, or even a teeny-tiny idea planted in your heart, this episode could be the breath of encouragement you need!
Today at The Messy Table, Heather Turner is chatting with Jenn Jewell about dreaming big and trading up. About paying attention to whispers, stepping out in faith, shifting your perspective, leveraging your gifts, sharing your burdens, persevering through setbacks, fighting back with grace, and trusting God with every step.
“Your gift is not meant for you, but to go through you—and to be of s...2022-09-201h 02The Journey ExpressedEpisode 57 - Delight & Wonder - Part 2In this episode Mel and Jenn conclude their conversation on 'Delight'. They share a few things from scripture about what God takes delight in and what the Bible exhorts us to take delight in. Scripture shared:Zephaniah 3:17 Isaiah 62:4Jeremiah 9:24Psalm 16:1-3Psalm 37:4Psalm 1:1-3Psalm 119:92Isaiah 58:13-14Book referenced:Beauty Chasers by Tim Willard Beauty Chasers: Recapturing the Wonder of the Divinehttps://link.edgepilot.com/s/26920684/AS_X2Mz8KEmDFWwJlg42Ow?u=https://amzn.to/3ytwSsO Look for regular inspiration from Tim on...2022-09-0713 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 56 - Delight and Wonder - Part 1In this episode, Jenn and Mel share part 1 of what they felt God put on their hearts recently about delight and wonder. We define these terms and share scripture about delighting in God Scripture:Mark 4/Matthew 13- Parable of the sower and the soilsPsalm 37:4Quote:Crosswalk.com- “How can Christians “delight” themselves in the Lord? True delight in Him causes us to take our sights off what we want in order to long for what He desires. When we seek fulfillment in Christ, we will live true lives of delight. ...2022-08-3113 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 55 - Tend Your Roots - Part 3 - Becoming Whole IntroductionIn this episode Jenn and Mel share part 3 of the Tend Your Roots series where they hone in on tending what roots you physically (body). This series is an introduction to the upcoming series called, Becoming Whole. In the Tend Your Roots series Jenn and Mel seek to define biblically what makes up a human and how we live whole lives. As Christians, we know that in Christ we are all complete, lacking nothing. But, how do we live that out in this world? Today, we scratch the surface of how we’re creat...2022-08-2432 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 54 - Tend Your Roots - Part 2 - Becoming Whole IntroductionIn this episode Mel and Jenn continue their series called Tend Your Roots: cultivating the people, practices and places that nurture you. Today's conversation centers around our soul. SOUL - Mind, will, emotionsThis is the part of us who wants to rule, or be in chargeQuotes:-Got Questions: https://www.gotquestions.org/human-soul.html “There is often confusion about the human spirit vs. the human soul. In places, Scripture seems to use the terms interchangeably, but there might be a subtle difference. Otherwise, how could the W...2022-08-1016 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 53 - Tend Your Roots Part 1 - Becoming Whole - IntroductionIn this episode Mel and Jenn kick off a brand new series called Tend Your Roots. It’s an introduction to an upcoming series called Becoming Whole: Body, Soul and Spirit.A link to the restaurant mentioned is below:https://curatetapasbar.com/2022-08-0326 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 52 - Jenn and Mel - Summer Devotionals - The Grit of Rest and GraceIn this episode Mel shares our second of 2 devotionals to close out season 2 of The Journey Expressed. The Journey Expressed podcast will take the month of July off and we will be back in August for Season 3 with a brand new series!Today, Mel shares a powerful devotional about how to endure through change: rest & graceScripture referenced:Hebrews 4:3, 10, 11, 162 Corinthians 12:9Psalm 55:22Thank you so much for joining us on The Journey Expressed!Contact: journeyexpressed@gmail.com 2022-06-2911 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 51 - Jenn and Mel - Summer Devotionals - Switch The SourceIn this episode Mel shares a personal devotional called "Switch The Source".-Do you ever feel out of alignment, disconnected or stressed?-How do we get off track (from God being our source)?-How do we get back on track?Listen in for some encouragement as Mel shares personal examples of how God has shown her how to "Switch The Source" from all sorts of inputs back to God as her first and main source of input.Scripture referenced:Hebrews 4:16Next week we will have another shorter "devotional"...2022-06-2208 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 50 - Mel & Jenn Unscripted - Summer Intro - Peace/ShalomIn this episode Mel and Jenn share some personal plans, goals and dreams for their summer along with some upcoming announcements about The Journey Expressed podcast. Jenn and Mel talk about the sense that everyone seems overwhelmed right now and how they are managing in this season. Jenn shares about the sudden loss of one of her husband's best friends and how God is ministering to her and her family. Mel shares wisdom from Marty Barkey about how to discern what is going on in times that are overwhelming. Mel also shares some encouragement about the peace of G...2022-06-1513 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 49 - “Re” Series - Renew - Woman of Valor - Marilynn Chadwick - Part 2In this episode Jenn and Mel welcome Marilynn Chadwick back for Part 2 of their conversation as they continue in their "Re" Series. Marilynn is an author, pastor's wife, church planter and founder of Seeds of Hope (https://www.seedsscholars.org/). In part 2, Marilynn shares more encouragement for those who desire children, as well as insights from her book (Woman of Valor) about what biblical womanhood means. We learn the backstory as to why Marilynn wrote this book as she shares an incredible story that will grow your faith! Marilynn defines "Ezer" and gives a clear de...2022-06-0826 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 48 - "Re" Series - Renew - Marilynn Chadwick - Part 1In this episode Jenn and Mel welcome Marilynn Chadwick as they continue in their "Re" Series. Marilynn is an author, pastor's wife, church planter and founder of Seeds of Hope (https://www.seedsscholars.org/). Marilynn shares important truths about how to "Renew" our vision for God and how to "Renew" our minds. She also answers the questions: How do you renew your mind and your spiritual walk? Why do we sputter out spiritually?Marilynn shares her miraculous story of being healed from an 8-year journey of infertility and how serving the least and lost helped sust...2022-06-0128 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 47 - Encouragement From Moms to Moms - Part 3Part 3In this episode Mel and Jenn continue relaying encouragement for moms from their friends and mentors. This is part 3 of a 3-part series where we share wisdom and treasures from moms who have gone before us in parenting. Today, we hear advice and wisdom from Jane Keller, Missy Evans and Jane Burns. The advice conveyed is encouraging and relatable to any mom at any stage. We hope you find hope, inspiration and strength from these conversations, or in the least, they lead you to be grateful for those who have encouraged you along the way...2022-05-2526 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 46 - Encouragement From Moms to Moms - Part 2Part 2In this episode Mel and Jenn continue relaying encouragement for moms from their friends and mentors. This is part 2 of a 3-part series where we convey wisdom and treasures from moms who have gone before us in parenting. Today, we hear advice and wisdom from Lisa Johnson, Marty Barkey, and 2 anonymous contributors. The truths conveyed are heart-felt, passionate and powerful. We hope you find encouragement and strength from these conversations, or they lead you to be grateful for those who have encouraged you along the way!Memorable quotes from this episode:...2022-05-1826 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 45 - Encouragement From Moms to Moms - Part 1Part 1In this episode Jenn and Mel relay heart-felt encouragement and wisdom for moms. Jenn and Mel reached out to several mentors and friends for the insights and advice they share in this episode. You’re sure to be encouraged and inspired as you hear stories and godly strategies on raising kids. Special mentions of scripture, books or wisdom:Debby Franklin-“Be available when your kids need you…when they’re ready to talk, it’s usually not the most convenient time.”“Keep lines of communication open so they will fee...2022-05-1124 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 44 - "Re" Series - Return - Susan Whitlow - Part 2In this episode Mel and Jenn share part 2 of their conversation with friend and special guest Susan Whitlow. In episode 43 Susan shares about her returning to God and her family after years of pain, addiction and wandering. Here, Susan shares how her inner healing journey began with forgiveness. Susan talks about an encounter she had with God on December 31, 2020 that changed her life forever. She vulnerably talks about a disorder she has struggled with since she was a child and how God has delivered and healed her of this disorder. Some of our favorite quotes from...2022-05-0429 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 43 - “Re” Series - Return - Susan Whitlow - Part 1In this episode, Mel and Jenn welcome friend and special guest Susan Whitlow for part 1 of a beautiful and vulnerable conversation of Susan’s journey returning to God. Susan‘s new found child like belief in God is sure to ignite a passion in your heart to have a deeper and more intimate relationship with Him. Susan’s story brings hope to those who are praying for prodigals to return home. In Part 2 Susan will share how her powerful encounter with God in December 2020 has changed every relationship in her family. She gives practical encouragement and hope...2022-04-2715 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 42 - "Re" Series - Recognizing Jesus - The Road to RecognitionIn this episode Jenn and Mel talk about the importance of recognizing Jesus's leadership in their lives.Jenn and Mel talk about circumstances in life that can keep us from recognizing Jesus: grief, disappointment, pre-conceived ideas of how we think God should work things out. Mel shares about how recognizing Jesus begins with knowing scripture. Jenn shares a personal story of recognizing Jesus's leadership through a hard and confusing season in her life.Whether you are aware of God's guidance or need a reminder to look back over your life to see how Go...2022-04-2027 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 41 - Chasing Beauty - Tim and Chris Willard - Part 2This is Part 2 of our conversation with Tim and Chris Willard about Beauty.In this episode, they talk about how to be a beauty chaser and how they cultivate beauty in their relationships, home, and in their marriage.Tim shares a story of how he received "permission granted" on the outcroppings of the Lake District in England to pursue beauty and how in that moment he found himself again. Chris shares about what they affectionately called "the Oxford Rhythms" that they adopted in England and how they brought that back and still prac...2022-04-1345 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 40 - Chasing Beauty - Tim and Chris Willard - Part 1In this episode Mel and Jenn welcome Tim and Chris Willard - A dynamic couple whose lives are marked by beauty. Tim and Chris are each theologians, writers, podcasters and beauty chasers. In this conversation we learn about the source of beauty and how, as believers, permission has been granted for us to become beauty chasers ourselves. Tim and Chris share about how beauty creates longing and how beholding the beautiful brings joy, creativity and life! Come back for part 2 where Tim and Chris share personal and practical ways they have cultivated beauty in relationships, ma...2022-04-0630 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 39 - "Re" Series - Realignment - Jenn and MelIn this episode Jenn and Mel talk about what it means to be out of alignment with God and others and how to get realigned with God and the relationships we're in. Ways to get realigned in our relationship with God:-Surrender and humility-Intentionality & reprioritizing our time with God-Take a break from social media-Adoration, magnify God and remember Who God is-Remember TruthEphesians 4:22-23Alignment prayers from Ruach Journey (Sylvia Gunter):"Take all of who I am, spirit, soul and body, a...2022-03-3022 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 38 - "Re" Series - Revival - Tammy Shay re-visit - Song of SolomonIn this episode Jenn and Mel "re" visit their conversation with special guest, speaker, worship leader and revivalist Tammy Shay. This is a re-broadcast of Episode 18 where Jenn and Mel pick up on the second part of a conversation that began in episode 17. Tammy shares on the book of Song of Solomon, revival and a "now" word that is sure to encourage everyone in their walk with Jesus. The truths in this conversation are timely and timeless so whether you have heard this part of the conversation before or not, you're sure to have a new take-away tha...2022-03-2327 min
Work Friends058: Jesus Gets it Right w/ Mel Koch NicholMel Koch Nichol sits down to talk about seasons of suffering, Maslow's hierarchy of needs and how we prepare for seasons of hardship. 2022-03-2152 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 37 - “Re” Series - Re-engaging the heart of prayer - The Lord's PrayerOn this episode Jenn and Mel talk about The Lord's Prayer and how to re-engage the heart of God in prayer. Mel shares about a conference that she recently attended where Chad Dedmon taught on prayer and evangelism. Jenn and Mel talk about the power of prayer when believers come together in agreement. They also share stories of how God has answered specific prayers in their lives and invite listeners to share stories of how God has answered their prayers. Feel free to email us with your prayer journey expressed: journeyexpressed@gmail.com Catch The Wave...2022-03-1630 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 36 - Mel and Jenn - Unscripted - Overcoming Fear & Anxiety - God is on the MoveIn this episode Mel and Jenn talk heart to heart in a spontaneous and unscripted conversation about what's going on in their lives and in the world. In this episode, you may laugh at (we mean with) us as we process together how to overcome times of anxiety and fear. Jenn shares how she gets unstuck in moments of "transition" that seem overwhelming and Mel shares about a recent moment from her church where she and her husband received a prophetic word from their pastor. You're sure to find encouragement (or maybe just a little joy...2022-03-0918 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 35 - "Re" Series - Remain - Jenn and Mel - Part 2In this episode, Jenn and Mel continue in the “Re” Series and are back for Part 2 of their conversation on Remaining (abiding). We stay on our “agricultural” journey with vines, branches, trees, roots and fruit.We start by talking about being rooted. Below is an article that Mel read about the biosphere and how the experiment was finding trees growing fast but toppling over with weak roots and they concluded it was because they were missing an important factor in growth…wind.We talked about how important storms are in our lives to bui...2022-03-0232 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 34 - "Re" Series - Remain - Mel and Jenn - Part 1In this Episode, Jenn and Mel discuss the word Remain which comes from the root word abide.Our main scripture is John 15:4-11We talk about how to remain in God, how to stand and remain in relationships and keep a spirit of unity and how to produce fruit that remains. We share scripture, articles and personal stories of how we have seen what comes in our lives from remaining in unity with other believers and remaining in God.Resources:https://www.raystedman.org/daily-devotions/john-13to17/active-and-passive2022-02-2332 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 33 - "Re" Series - Restoration - Lisa Shea - Marriage - Part 2In this episode Mel and Jenn welcome back Lisa Shea for Part 2 of their conversation on how God restored Lisa's marriage. If you haven't listened to Part 1 we'd encourage you to check out the previous episode for the first part of Lisa's story and some great advice she gives to both men and women. In this episode Lisa shares some major encouragement and truth about God's desire for marriage and more practical advice for those who are working towards restoration as well as advice for those who are wanting the "more" in their marriages. Lisa's tips when work...2022-02-1634 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 32 - "Re" Series - Restoration - Lisa Shea - Marriage - Part 1In this episode Jenn and Mel welcome back recent guest Lisa Shea to hear the first part of her story of how God restored her marriage. You are sure to be encouraged no matter what season of life you are in. Lisa shares practical advice and great insight on how men and women are wired. She shares 2 acronyms that can help to remember the strengths that both men and women have. Lisa also gives practical tips on how to make reconnection with your spouse. Men: CHAIRSC - Conquest (a desire to work and achiev...2022-02-0930 minThe Journey ExpressedEpisode 31 - "Re" Series Introduction - Mel and JennIn this episode Mel and Jenn kick off a new series with their personal words for 2022. It just so happens that Mel and Jenn's words both start with the letter "R" so they have shaped a series called the "Re" Series around these words and more. Jenn shares her word: Remember and Mel shares her word: ReturnRemember - God's story through our lives, through scripture, remembering various aspects of who God is and His character, remembering that we are each made in the image of God. Practical ways to remember: Journaling, jewelry, Ebenezer stones. Scri...2022-02-0221 min