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Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life211. It's Okay to Take a BreakIt’s okay to take a break. Details inside this episode… ————— 4 Ways I can Help You… Podcast | Joy at Home features 200+ episodes of Christian Living Tips, Homeschool Help and Guest Interviews! Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Christian Life Coaching | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com Homeschool Help | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com Time + Home Management | WisdomWomanAcademy.com ————— Connect with Katie… Browse the Website | KatieHedrick.com Send an Email | Katie@KatieHedrick.com 2024-10-2813 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life210. How to Be a Great Wife (even though You Homeschool) with Todd WilsonOhhhhhh… have I got a treat for you! Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of a homeschool dad and husband? (Maybe even your husband!) Like really get into his mind and see what he’s thinking??? Could be a little scary right?! Like you WANT to peek inside, but you’re bracing yourself for what you might find… Let me introduce you to Todd Wilson. He’s a husband, homeschool dad and granddad. Todd is also an author and speaker, the founder of Familyman Ministries, and the voice behind The Smiling Homeschoole...2024-10-2141 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life209. Teaching Your Children about the Deeper Things of GodThe “deeper things of God”… How to Pray How to Have Unshakeable Faith How to Find God in a Dream How to Receive a Miracle The big things… the important things… But how do we teach these type of things to our children? The truth is, childlike faith runs deep and wide. Your kids are ready to hear about, and to receive the deeper things of God. BJ Jenkins, International Speaker, Songwriter, and Children’s Author joins me on the Joy at Home podcast to talk about the deeper things of God. She’s also...2024-10-1448 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life208. Are Public Schools Getting Scary?! How to Switch to Homeschool in 3 Simple StepsMore and more families are feeling uncomfortable with public schools and becoming curious about homeschool, but sorting it all out feels overwhelming… —> Insert all the questions: “Where would we even begin?! What curriculum would we use? Will people think we’re crazy if we homeschool? What about my kids? I want the best for them, but it’s such a big change. What about socialization? Will homeschool make my kids weird?” And it spirals on and on… The truth is, (ready for it?) stepping into homeschool doesn't have to be hard. Inside this episode, I'm shari...2024-10-0733 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life207. Four Things Every Preschool Mom Should be Teaching Her ChildAre you raising up a pre-schooler? (Or know a mom who is? Send this her way!) Children are sponges when they are little, aren’t they!? There’s no better time to be equipping them and setting them up for life success than when they are pre-school age. There are 4 foundational areas that mamas NEED to be covering, to ensure that they are raising up well-rounded kids who will thrive as they grow. Press play to hear about the these four critical things that you should be teaching your child about, starting right now, wh...2024-09-3018 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life205. 7 Ways My Kids are WEIRD in the Eyes of the World (Here's Why I'm Okay with It)A mentor once told me, “Pay attention to what everyone else is doing, and do the opposite.” In other words…. Be the weirdo. Parenting tip -> Share this insight with your kids. I did. In a culture where kids feel more comfortable following the crowd and blending in (regardless of what consequences it may lead to), my kids are choosing to live a life that is set apart. They are different than most kids their age. It takes courage to go against the norm, and to stand strong when others roll their eyes...2024-09-1625 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life204. My 16 Y/O and I Swapped Reading Books - Here's What Happened!!I never thought I would do this…. But I did. And I’m GLAD I did. I took the time to read a *gasp* fiction/fantasy novel. It’s actually a big deal.Why? Because I’m a list making, box checking, type A, “don’t do it if it might be a waste of time” kind of mom. But when my 16 year old daughter suggested a summer book swap challenge, I knew I should say yes, even though it was going to require me to sit down and chill for HOURS…. T...2024-09-0934 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life203. MINNO | Christian Content that Will Build Your Kids’ Faith (On and Off-Line!)As a parent, I totally understand how it feels to battle the “screen monster” and to worry about the content that’s being placed in front of our kids. Thankfully, Minno offers some wonderful solutions! Founded by a Dad, Minno is closing in on a decade of providing quality Christian content to kids and families. This streaming service is available as an app and it’s well worth the (small) monthly fee. Jessica Wolstenholm is the Vice-President of Education and Publishing at Minno, and she’s joining me on the podcast to share how the platform can...2024-09-0228 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life202. Parenting in a Digital World? How to Handle "Screen Time"Remember when… “Screen time” wasn’t even really a thing… “Online” didn’t seem like such a scary place… Social media felt more social than lonely… I’m guessing all of that was back before you were a parent, right? Raising up kids today can feel like a constant battle between giving them a screen so you can sneak in a shower and instantly feeling the pang of guilt and worry as their eyes lock in on the device you just handed them. David Tucker joins me on the podcast today and...2024-08-2622 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life201. Homeschooling all the Ages and Stages with Leigh NguyenEvery stage of homeschool (and motherhood) seems to bring about wonders, challenges and bittersweet moments. With 6 kids between us, (ages ranging from 10-21 years old) Leigh Nguyen and I have experienced just about every parenting scenario you can imagine! We teamed up to combine our 15 years of homeschooling experiences and MANY years of motherhood, to pick through the best tips and most meaningful things we’ve learned when it comes to teaching and parenting through all the ages and stages. Join us for a conversation about how to spark a love of learning in y...2024-08-1935 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life200. Homesteading, Health Secrets, and HomeschoolWhat do homesteading, health secrets and homeschool have in common? They are all “hot topics” right now, as moms are waking up to the damage and diseases caused from processed foods and outside sources. Julia Lawless, wife to an Oklahoma grass farmer, and 2nd generation homeschooling mom joins me on the podcast today to share some (rather shocking) research and tips about how you can easily take small steps forward into a healthier life. A few surprises await you inside of today’s episode including… How Julia’s family got started with homeschooling...2024-08-121h 09Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life199. The Best Ideas and Travel Hacks for Homeschool FamiliesHave you ever planned an amazing trip for your family, but ended up feeling frazzled and stressed before it even began? From the planning to the packing to the part where you actually get on the road, traveling with your family can feel like a lot, but it can ALSO be the source of some amazing core memories. In my experience, every trip with my kids has been #worthit I’m pulling together all my best tips and travel hacks and sharing them with you on the pod today! Whether you have an upcoming trip pl...2024-08-0516 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life198. Crack the Curriculum Code! How to Pick Materials Your Family Will Love*** Download the Homeschool Curriculum Guide for Free @ KatieHedrick.com/CurriculumGuide *** There are sooooo many curriculum options out there that it can leave a homeschool mom’s head spinning! I mean… Have you ever found yourself staring at your laptop at 2 am, comparing Gather Round with Campfire Crew… at which point your eyes are glazed over and your brain is numb. The next thing you know, you’re posting in a homeschool FB group, desperately asking strangers for their opinions because it’s so HARD to decide between the two options… (I’ve been there!) ...2024-07-291h 09Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life197. The 6 Homeschooling Styles | Find Out Which One You Are!Did you know that there are different styles of homeschooling?! It’s true! Homeschool is not a cutter cutter thing. It’s not one size fits all. (Thankfully!) The truth is… your homeschool should be as unique as your family. That means you get to find, and embrace your own homeschooling style! Join me for an in-depth look at the 6 different styles, including: Traditional Classical Charlotte Mason Unit Studies Unschooling Eclectic I’ll help you discover which one is a fit for your family, and give you a couple of curriculum recommenda...2024-07-2218 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life196. How to Support your Child when Learning Differences are Present (Discussing Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD and more)Learning differences affect 1 in 5 American children today (according to CrossRiverTherapy.com). When they surface, it can throw parents for a loop. When Jennifer Mauser’s youngest child started showing signs of dyslexia, Jennifer began looking for answers. Upon evaluation, dyslexia was confirmed and the Mauser family began their journey of finding ways to support their needs (and emotions). Jennifer’s child grew up to become a wonderful learner and she recently graduated college! Jennifer joins me on the podcast today to share more about her family’s story, as well as tips for how to...2024-07-1527 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life195. Language Skills and Literature with the One and Only, Andrew PudewaStory time! (How fitting for today’s topic of language skills and literature?) It was the very first day of our homeschooling journey. The kids and I cracked open the Language Arts curriculum I’d chosen… I hadn’t thought to pre-screen the material (rookie mistake) and I began to read the instructions out loud: “Circle all the prepositions.” Horrified, my kids and I stared at each other blankly and we all wanted to cry. “A prepo-what???” I had pulled my kids out of public school, and coming from public school myself, none of us knew what i...2024-07-0857 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life194. [Class REPLAY] Homeschool 101: Making it So Easy that ANY Mom Can Get Started!Check out the Step-by-Step Path to Homeschooling (the easy way!) | TeachMeToHomeschool.com Apply for a Homeschool Mom Scholarship to Receive 1/2 Off your First Steps to Homeschool™ Tuition **Application Period ENDS AUGUST 1** | FirstStepsToHomeschool.com WATCH the Homeschool 101 Live Replay (and get the slides!) | KatieHedrick.com/Homeschool101 2024-07-0125 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life193. Simplifying Homeschool! How to Turn Your Ordinary Days into Learning OpportunitiesAhhhh… The expectations. The checklists. The household chores. Your kids education?! Somehow we’re overwhelmed just thinking about all the things that we are supposed to be doing well. And somehow, well…. It feels hard. Like we can’t possibly keep up with it all. What if it didn’t have to be so hard? Guess what, mom? …Homeschooling doesn’t have to be hard! My sister, Dori Colborn (mom of 4) joins me (mom of 3) on the podcast today for a discussion about how to simplify your homeschool. Trust me, with 7 kids in...2024-06-2441 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life192. How Do my Kids Honestly Feel About Homeschooling?!I did a thing. I invited my three kids onto the podcast to talk openly and honestly about their thoughts on homeschooling. Nothing was pre-scripted and I didn’t even tell them the questions I would be asking. I wanted them to share off the cuff, and from their hearts. They didn’t hold back and a few of their answers even surprised me (in a good way)! So often, we hear the mom’s take on homeschooling, but it’s a whole different thing to hear it from the perspective of the kids being...2024-06-1719 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life191. Exposing the TRUTH about the LIES Homeschool Moms BelieveDon’t do it, mom. Don’t tell yourself that lie again. Eek! I’ve done it too. We all have. It’s so easy to whisper little lies into your own heart… “I’m not qualified to teach my kids.” “What if I’m failing them?” “What if they fall behind?” “I don’t have enough hours in the day to make this all work.” “I’m not doing enough.” There’s a BIG problem with those little lies. Whatever you’re telling yourself, your brain believes it to be true. And get t...2024-06-1041 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life190. How We Homeschool | The Hedrick Family (From Public School to Homeschooling)For years and years, my kids were in public school. (I was public schooled myself!) I never dreamed that I could or would be homeschooling them. Yet, here we are… God spent years, whispering to my heart, “what if you homeschooled?” Meanwhile, he slowly opened some doors and closed other ones. He transformed my mama heart from feeling unqualified and unequipped, to one that overflows with joy and gratitude. All because of… homeschooling. Today, I’m sharing about the journey that my family has been on. One with twists and turns… one that took our fami...2024-06-0327 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life179. The People Pleaser's Guide to Co-Parenting Well (What you NEED to Know After Divorce)“Divorce is the death of a dream.” I got chills the moment those words came out of Mikki Gardner’s mouth. Mikki is a Certified Life and Conscious Parenting Coach who’s walked the path of divorce herself and she knows every twist and turn well. Her wisdom comes from personal experience, and she’s joining me on the podcast today to talk about it. Sharing practical advice to help divorced moms flip the script from people pleasing and peace-keeping to protecting their own well-being, and that of their childr...2024-01-0152 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life178. Are Your Children Dealing with Big Emotions? Here's How to Help Them from a Christ Like PerspectiveAre your kids dealing with big emotions? (Or maybe YOU are the one wrestling with big emotions.) You’re not alone, mama friend. We all have plates that are full and things that we’re struggling with. Marley Hayman is in the same boat. She’s a wife and mama, as well as a private practice Christian Counselor. Marley loves helping kids and parents work through their big feelings… things like anxiety and anger. Today on the podcast, she’s offering up some great advice about how you can take care of yourself, s...2023-12-1832 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life177. 3 Reasons Why You and Your Kids Should be “Keeping Chickens” (yes, real chickens) + How to Get Started!Dalia Monterroso is a chicken keeper. (Yes, I’m talking about real chickens.) She’s also the President and creator of a magical place called Chickenlandia. (You can’t make this up!) Having found herself living an unexpected dream, Dalia finds joy in the everyday tasks of both motherhood and chicken keeping. She also spends time educating the world about how to raise healthy birds successfully. Join Dalia and me inside of today’s podcast episode where we’re discussing the benefits of chicken keeping, the best types of chickens to raise and how...2023-12-0438 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life170. The 6 Styles of HomeschoolingJoin me for a deep dive on the 6 Styles of Homeschooling, including: Traditional, Classical, Charlotte Mason, Unschooling, Unit Studies and Eclectic I’ll share what each method looks like, talk about the pros and cons, and give curriculum recommendations. Knowing the 6 different styles of homeschooling will help you outline the flow and structure of your homeschool. Plus, knowing what style suits your family best will help you narrow down and pick out curriculum in a way that feels easy, breezy (and not overwhelming!). Cheering you on in...2023-08-2829 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life169. Prepping for the New Homeschool Year... Here's the Curriculum We Chose!The #1 thing I get asked about as a homeschool mom is “What curriculum are you guys using?!” While most homeschool moms are quick to answer that question with… “the curriculum is NOT the most important thing,” (I agree) I always add… “but it’s also NOT the least important thing!” Your choice of curriculum DOES matter! And you want to know… which one is the BEST one?! Today, I’m sharing what our family is using in the areas of Language Arts, Math, Science, History and Bible as my kiddos head into the...2023-08-1428 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life168. So you think you can Homeschool? (or maybe you don’t) Here’s what you need to know!Calling all (future) homeschoolers. 📣 This is a sign that you CAN and SHOULD homeschool if the Lord has laid it on your heart. He put it on mine and it took me 2 1/2 years to obey his call. When I did… it held mountains of blessing. (It will for you too!) Inside of this episode, we’ll discuss what homeschool is NOT, what it IS, what matters most and why you should consider stepping into it. Buckle up, mama! We’re about to go to school! ...2023-07-3132 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life167. I’m REBRANDING! (Plus Encouragement for your Mama Heart)Growth. Change. The podcast is REBRANDING!! Let’s talk about it! ————————— **48 Hours SALE** (Offer ends 7.19.22 @ midnight CST) Save $100 on Katie’s Christian life coaching course when you use the code: CELEBRATE Tell me more! | FaithFueledBreakthrough.com Want to skip the fluff? Get started here --> https://katie-hedrick.mykajabi.com/offers/L7L2554y?coupon_code=CELEBRATE ————————— Join Katie’s List for Podcast Updates | KatieHedrick.com/VIP Explore the Website | StepIntoJoy.com Find this Episode on the Blog | KatieHedrick.c2023-07-1718 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life164. Is your Gut a Hot Mess? How Poor Gut Health can Keep You from Living the Life You were Created to Live!A while back, I was chatting with a friend about some issues I’d been having and before long, we were deep diving into gut health. Turns out that your gut health is hugely important and the truth is, it can directly impact MANY of your body’s systems and functions (we’re talking brain, hormones, skin, and more). So I’m all ears today, and I’m sure you will be too, as Katie Lovitt, a functional gut health dietitian joins us to take a closer look at YOUR gut health and how it could be imp...2023-06-0539 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life161. Values Based Entertainment for Children? Why it MATTERS!! With Katie Miller from Sight and Sound TheatreHot Topic!! What kind of entertainment are you and your family currently consuming? With the world serving up heaps of readily-available content, it’s more important than ever that we are intentionally seeking values-based entertainment for our kids and ourselves. Katie Miller, Director of Marketing and Communications for Sight & Sound (and granddaughter of the original founders!) joins me on the podcast today to talk about values-based entertainment. (She’s also sharing tips about how to help our kids navigate social media, and other popular forms of entertainment!) Listen i...2023-04-2439 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life157. How to Cultivate a Biblical, Lifestyle of Learning in your Homeschool and Beyond with David NekrutmanThe topic of Homeschool has been of major interest lately… Especially as we see the lines getting blurred and conflict arising between secular values and Christian values. It’s more important than ever, to take a look at homeschool with eyes and hearts that are seeking wisdom. Whether you’re already a homeschool family, or you’re just on the front end of it and considering what it might look like for your family, I think you’ll really enjoy today’s conversation with my guest, David Nekrutman. David is the founder of Bibli...2023-02-2723 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life154. We started Homeschooling! How it’s Going (so far!) plus Reality vs. ExpectationsWe. Started. HOMESCHOOLING. Today, I’m opening my heart to share about the journey that we’ve been on this school year. From a mama who felt totally unqualified, to kiddos who weren’t sure what we were getting into, to a thriving homeschool family who is growing in relationship with God and each other, as we learn and grow together… join me for a behind the scenes look at the #homeschoollifestyle. (One that I wouldn’t change!) Whether you’ve ever considered homeschool for your family, or you’re just looking for a wholesome listen, this ep...2023-01-1638 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life146. A Light in the Dark... The Kairos Hope Story with Eryka Mabus McMillan and Miranda CoulsonI recently found out about an incredible organization that is shining a light amidst the dark reality of sex trafficking and sexual trauma. That organization is called Kairos Hope. Kairos Hope is a Christian recovery home (located in the Missouri) for survivors of sexual trauma. They help women find freedom through Biblical instruction and clinical mental health counseling. Their program is completely free to residents and lasts 6-9 months. The work that Kairos Hope is doing is powerful, effective and so very needed. I first heard about this organization and their mission when a beautiful g...2022-10-1025 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life145. Looking for Less Stress and More Happiness? Ditch the “To-Do List” and Implement these 4 Things Instead! with Katie JefcoatHey friend. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel like I’m living in one heck of a fast paced world. Let me reframe that and let’s be real… We’re ALL living in a fast paced, busy, high stress world, and most of us are longing… We’re longing for more peace, slower days and a more fulfilling life. Do you relate? *cue ALL the hands raising* So how do we get there? Does the answer lie within your to-do list? Does peace and fulfillm...2022-10-0330 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life120. How a Young Mama got UNSTUCK from Anger and Grew into the Mom that God created Her to Be (She implemented these 3 things!)Have you ever been in the space of motherhood where your entire day consists of following your kids around the house while picking up their toys, dealing with disobedience, fussy toddlers, nap times gone wrong and all the other proverbial plates that are spinning in your hands? Relatable, right? It’s frustrating to say the least, and it can be easy to feel angry. My little Sister, Dori is joining me on the podcast today, to share vulnerably about how her frustration with motherhood quickly escalated to anger and then…. Ultimately led to heart change as she...2022-04-1139 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life119. 3 Reasons WHY Every Christian should be Reading the Bible RIGHT NOWAs chaos swirls around us and as the world tries to blur the lines between right and wrong, good and evil, it’s more important than ever that we (Believers) become rooted in God’s Word. HOW do we do that and WHY should we do that? We take our own Bible in our own hands, open it… and READ it, so that we can know, and stand for the truth that’s inside of it. It’s time to stop being spoon fed little snippets of God’s Word and instead taste the richness...2022-04-0426 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life99. His Appointed Times // How to Apply the Hebrew Calendar and the Concept of Shabbat to your Life with Christine Vales99. Today’s podcast features a really special guest, the author of His Appointed Times, Christine Vales! Perhaps you’ve heard of her? She’s well known for her simple, powerful “chalkboard” teachings on YouTube. What does she teach about? God’s calendar! When I first started learning about this topic, I simply couldn’t get enough of Christine and her wisdom. You’re going to absolutely love her AND… learn SO much! Tune in as Christine and I discuss the Hebrew Calendar in depth, including what it is, how it’s different from the Gregorian calendar...2021-11-2930 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life95. How to Live an Intentional, Values Based Life95. Have you ever considered what your core values are? Right off the top of your head, you might answer with a quick “faith and family are my core values, of course!” If that was your response, that’s awesome! And you’re not alone, that’s most people’s exact answer. Those things are great, but… core values actually go way deeper and encompass way more than those vague answers. Things like honor, compassion, integrity, hospitality and financial stability are core values that are “funneled down” to something so focused that they become absolute. Knowing wh...2021-11-0130 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life94. Step into the OVERFLOW! Unlock your BEST LIFE by Understanding the Difference Between "Energy Drainers" and "Bucket Fillers"94. If you’re a visual learner, you’re going to love this… I want you to picture your life as a bucket. (Seriously!) What’s your bucket look like? What color is it? Is it full or empty? Is it heavy or light? Is it worn out, cracked and leaking? Or is it overflowing with what’s inside? I don’t know about you, but in terms of my life, I want a bucket of overflow! God wants that for you too, Sis. He loves to bless his children! God has something awesome planned for y...2021-10-2533 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life93. Narcissism Part 2: Can a Narcissist Recover and Change their Ways???93. We’ve been discussing narcissism in depth with Ronica Cormier, host of the Mama Trauma podcast. In the last episode, Ronica shared specific control tactics that narcissist use to abuse their victims. She also shared two effective methods for breaking FREE from those toxic tactics. Today, we’re unpacking the loaded question “can a narcissist recover and change their ways???” The answer might surprise you… it lies within this wisdom: Pray, Protect and Live your Purpose Press play to get the scoop, Sis. This is powerful wisdom to have tucked in your heart and mind. Cheeri...2021-10-2114 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life92. Narcissism Part 1: Gaslighting, Manipulation and other Controlling Tactics that Narcissists Commonly Use (to Abuse)92. When it comes to the Stepping Into a Joy Filled Life podcast, I’m all ears when you and other listeners offer feedback, share episodes with your friends and send me messages/comments/questions about the episodes that you find impactful. When episode #77 aired earlier this summer, the feedback was overwhelming. In that episode, Ronica Cormier (host of the Mama Trauma podcast) shared her expertise and wisdom around the topic of narcissism. She discussed the spiritual impacts of narcissism, gave us examples of red flags to watch for and she even shared about how narcissism has affected her...2021-10-1823 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life91. Holding onto Past Wounds and Hurt Feelings? How to Find HEALING91. There’s a fresh, new episode waiting for you on the podcast today and the messaging is this… Healing brings JOY! Yes and Amen. So many of us are walking around hanging onto past hurts, stuffing them down deep or thinking that those things don’t actually matter. Or maybe we “think” we’ve already found healing? Here’s the thing, Sis… We are actually run by our emotions when we are running away from them. The world tells us to ignore, or just “get over” our past hurts. The world...2021-10-1119 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life90. How to Stop Getting Triggered by your Kids and Parent with Purpose Instead!90. Have you ever had this experience??? Your kids say or do something —> You get triggered —> You fly off the handle, lose your temper and yell at the kids —> Everyone is sad/upset/confused/angry —> You then feel loads of #MomGuilt and you’re not quite sure what just happened or how in the world you’re going to make things better. Whew! I’ve definitely been there and it’s not a great place to be. Nobody wins. Good news, Mama! Brittany Wilson is joining me on the podcast toda...2021-10-0426 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life89. Four Common Fears and Limiting Mindsets that Most Moms are Clinging To and How to Break FREE89. Imagine being on a long hike through a beautiful forest. Around every corner lies something new and unexpected, something to discover. There are even new paths to navigate. It’s exhilarating. … But there’s one problem. You have a backpack full of “stuff” and it’s totally weighing you down. Instead of enjoying the journey, you’re feeling pain. You’re constantly thinking about the heaviness you are carrying. What are you going to do about the heavy backpack? How do you feel knowing it’s blocking you from the joy you should be experiencing on this journey? 2021-09-2730 min
Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life88. Marriage, Motherhood and Ministry with Michelle Duggar88. It was a JOY to sit down and chat with Michelle Duggar about all things marriage, motherhood and ministry for today’s podcast episode. If anyone has deep wisdom and rich insight into these topics, it’s Michelle! As the mama of 20 children and 21 grandchildren, Michelle’s days are full as you can imagine! But she still makes time with Jesus and time with her husband top priorities and she’s pulling back the curtain to share about how she does it. From the heart warming story about how Michelle and Jim Bob met, to tangible t...2021-09-2055 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life87. Loving Big, Grieving Deep and Reaching Out (Abigail’s Story)87. Hey Sister Friend! Isn’t God so awesome to connect us with special people at exactly the right time? When a fellow sister in Christ found the podcast and then connected with me via messenger, I knew that she had a heart to serve women and a story about love, loss and community that needed to be shared with the world. Abigail Lutz was 24 years old and living and teaching in Alaska when she got word that the plane her soon-to-be fiancé was piloting went missing. Immediately, she was thrown into a season that i...2021-09-1328 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life76. These 3 Things may be Holding You Back! How to Move "Past the Past" and Embrace Your True Identity76. Hey Sister. I’ve got a tough question to ask you today… Are you spending more time looking back at your past than you are looking towards your future? Are you living with brokenness and bitterness and fear because of it? Girl, I’ve been there. And it kept me stuck. It prevented me from actually living the GOOD life that God had for me. But then… After years of searching, I finally identified the THREE things that were holding me back and the “secret” to moving past my past. I can’t wait...2021-06-2827 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life75. Alcohol Addiction, Leaving the Jehovah's Witness Religion and Finding Jesus (Candace's Story)75. Hey Sister Friend! Candace Advent, a fellow Jesus lovin’ sister joins me on the podcast today to bravely share about how she traded religion for a relationship with Christ, while simultaneously walking through a divorce, becoming sober and navigating a pregnancy. If that sounds like a whirlwind of life experiences, that’s because it was, but the resounding anthem of that season in Candace’s life was one of HOPE. Today, with a shaved head and nose ring, Candace notes how she “looks different” than other people, yet it beautifully illustrates how God’s children are all uniq...2021-06-2144 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life74. Rescued by God's Love out of Drugs, Brokenness and Anger (Hilary's Story)74. It’s a joy to feature my sister-in-love on today’s podcast episode! Hilary’s testimony is one of redemption and unfailing love. There’s something in it that will touch the heart of every listener. From a life of drugs and brokenness to walking through a season of deep anger, the Good Father rescued Hilary time and time again, receiving her with open arms, reminding her of her value and worth and touching her heart with an everlasting love. If you’ve ever felt hopeless, or maybe you’re even in that place right now, then toda...2021-06-1430 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life73. Babies, Companies, Houses... the Life we’ve Created in our First 15 Years Together (A Peek into our Marriage)73. Oh my goodness. Where to start!? Today marks 15 years of being married to the man I love… someone who is not perfect, but who is perfect for me. Chad is someone who doesn’t complete me (only Jesus can do that), but he completely compliments me. He brings out the best in me. He protects me, cherishes me, cheers me on, makes me laugh and he loves me so well. Don’t get me wrong… we’ve had our ups and downs (wayyy downs actually). But I’ve got to say that the good moments have so total...2021-06-1053 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life72. My EXACT Daily Routine // Try this “Rinse and Repeat” Formula to get the Most out of Each Day!72. If you’ve ever wondered what my daily life looks like, then you’re gonna LOVE today’s podcast. I’m peeling back the curtain so you can get a glimpse into the routines that rock my world. I’m sharing my morning, day time and evening routines with you and I’m including my best tips for living a life that keeps all the parts of me in shape. We’re talking physical, mental and spiritual! I’m also sharing about my family life and my work life! Basically, it’s all about intentional living on the show...2021-06-0731 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life71. Hot Mess Express? How to NIX the STRESS with Lindsay Anderson71. Did you know that as women, there are three main areas of our life where we typically experience a lot of stress? Maybe the following three categories will strike a chord with you… Time management and balance (that buzz word!) Finances Relationships Does the thought of any of those make you shudder or feel anxiety? How often are we rocking a messy bun and sweatpants flying around the house trying to “get it all done” before bedtime? We’re running kids through the bath, cleaning up the dinner dishes, packing tomorrow’s lunches, signing off on homework...2021-05-3127 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life70. How to "Fight Fair" with your Husband (Resolving Conflict the RIGHT Way)70. Calling all wives! This episode is a juicy one! Katie Mae Webb, Marriage Empowerment Coach, wife and mom is joining me on the show today to talk about how to “fight fair” in marriage. Not only that, but we’re also covering things like how to be a better communicator, what to do after you’ve had an argument with your spouse, the #1 thing that your husband needs from you, what to do if you’re questioning “does my husband still love me” and… sex. Yep, this episode is spicy, wisdom filled and packed with tangible tips you...2021-05-2445 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life69. Submission, Sex and Stereotypes / The Wise Wife Blueprint with Natasha Drisdelle69. Hey Sister Friend! If you’re a wife, then today’s podcast episode is going to make you laugh, probably cry and undoubtedly… leave you with your jaw on the floor. I mean it… it’s all about YOUR marriage today. When I recently came across a book titled The Wise Wife Blueprint (Biblical Solutions for finding Joy in any Marriage), I was intrigued to say the least. Once I started reading it however… I was HOOKED. Outside of the Bible, I’ve never found a book as thorough, transparent, to the point and helpful when it comes to...2021-05-171h 01Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life68. Livin’ the Mompreneur Life! How to be a Rockstar Mom while Pursuing your God-Sized Dreams with Stefanie Gass68. Hey Sister Friend! If you’ve got a dream that God has planted in your heart, today’s episode is for you. Whether you’ve been called to start a ministry, a podcast, a work from home business or maybe even scale your existing business, you’re sure to find some gold on the podcast today. My girl, Stefanie Gass is a Jesus loving, mompreneur, business coach and podcast host and she’s sharing all of her best tips on how to be a present mom, kick the mom guilt once and for all AND pursue thos...2021-05-1032 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life67. One Mic, 4 Generations, Endless Coffee | Mother's Day SPECIAL67. Happy Mother’s Day to all the awesome mamas out there! To celebrate this special day, we’re doing something extra fun on the podcast today! I pulled together 4 generations of mamas from my own family, we filled up our coffee cups and gathered around one microphone to share all of our favorite stories about motherhood. In this *bonus* episode you’ll smile, and probably laugh until you leak. Tune in as we talk (and laugh) about our first ever camping trip (in below freezing temps), the time we accidentally made “vinegar spaghetti,” the shopping...2021-05-0931 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life66. Money and Husbands... Let's Have THAT Conversation!66. Hey Sister! Confession: When my husband and I got married back in 2006 (forever ago!) we brought two very different methods of “money management” to the table. I’d been raised to balance my checkbook (is that even a thing anymore?!) to the penny each time I spent money. My husband, on the other hand, was running a commercial roofing business and had money coming and going in every direction. Needless to say, it took us a bit before we got into a flow that worked for us. The most important parts of the process were honesty and commun...2021-05-0641 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life65. Hot Marriage Secrets / Throwback!65. Today’s podcast is extra special (and spicy!) as I’m pulling a few of my favorite throwback clips and sharing some #HotMarriageSecrets. In the first clip, I’m talking ABOUT my husband, *gasp* but it might not be what you think. I’m also giving three tangible tips you can start doing immediately in order to up the satisfaction level in your own marriage! In the second clip, my husband joins me as we share a walk along the beach chatting about things that we do to keep our marriage happy and healthy. It’s pretty i...2021-05-0324 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life64. The Truth about Human Trafficking and How to Keep our Kids SAFE | The Set Me Free Project64. I remember the day I first heard about the dark reality of human trafficking. I sat on the edge of my seat weeping, cold chills running up and down my body. How had I never known about this evil? As a midwestern girl born and raised in the middle of nowhere, I found the concept of trafficking both shocking and foreign. Surely, SURELY this only happened in foreign countries, right? WRONG. I was horrified to learn that it’s also happening in the United States AND the midwest, the good ol’ middle of nowhere. WHAT?! Huma...2021-04-2932 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life63. When God's Provision Looks Like a Janky Motel Room ((We Survived a Tornado))63. Spring break threw us for a MAJOR loop this year, when on the first day of our (unplanned) vacation, we found ourselves smack dab in the middle of a… TORNADO. The moment was SO WILD that I simply had to grab my cell phone and record a podcast episode! (Right?!) God revealed a few things to my heart in the rush of that unexpected moment. I pray that he speaks to your heart through this episode, too! With Great Joy! Katie ————————— Hey Girl! Is the Lord currently speaking i...2021-04-2621 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life62. When Life Throws You a Stinger (My Mom Got Stung in the Butt) #truestory62. What do ground hornets, ice packs, Benadryl, fishing line and determination all have in common? They are all a part of today’s podcast episode! My son, Chase is joining me on the show today to talk about a family experience that stung for a bit, but taught us a lot. Honestly, it was worth getting stung (in the butt) for! Tune in to catch what happened after life threw us a stinger on that fateful day… With Great Joy! Katie ————————— Hey Girl! Are you feeling stuck or striving...2021-04-2214 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life61. Is Your Set Back a Set Up? How to Turn Your Trial into Testimony61. From marriage struggles to financial burdens to physical and emotional health problems, this life is nothing short of a series of hills and valleys, and I would imagine that you’re no stranger to walking through some trials. You’re human, after all! It can be really easy to get lost in the spiral of negative thinking, or the “woe is me” mentality, the “this is never gonna get better” mentality, or the “I’m a victim, why do bad things always happen to me?” mentality. It really can be easy to do that when it feels like the world is r...2021-04-1925 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life60. Struggling with Body Image and Weight? How to Heal and Love Yourself60. As a woman, you might relate to the vicious cycle of your body weight going up and down, up and down. Oftentimes, our thoughts around our body image yo-yo up and down right along with those numbers on the scale. #facepalm Pregnancy and hormones? Weight gain and loss. Trauma? Weight gain and loss. Boredom? Weight gain and loss. Riding an emotional roller coaster? Weight gain and loss. Let’s just set it straight. Maintaining a weight we love can feel heavy (no pun intended!). Loving our body? It can be...2021-04-1522 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life59. Grab the Anointing Oil and Let's Talk Healing with Kaylene Yoder59. I don’t know about you, Sister Friend, but there have been some moments in my life where I was in desperate need of healing. Once, my marriage was in a really dark place. We hit our knees and asked God for healing... Several times I’ve cried out to God for physical healing, including a time when nerve damage in my tongue left me unable to speak or communicate clearly... God has brought healing to my life during several different seasons of anxiety... When I was a 26-year-old, very broken wife...2021-04-1238 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life58. From Homeless and Abused to Loved and Redeemed (Frannie's Story)58. Hey Sister! My girl, Frannie Foltz is a faith and fitness coach who is equal parts funny, beautiful, strong and wise… If you met her today, you’d think the girl had been confident and fearless her entire life… but her story goes much deeper. Frannie’s walked through more than her fair share of tough times… from growing up with abuse to struggling with her weight, from broken engagements to homelessness and other painful life experiences, she would have had every reason to just throw in the towel, or at the very least settle for less tha...2021-04-0842 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life57. Hookups and Hang Ups! How to Shuck the Shame57. Today’s podcast topic is a little… well… Juicy. When my husband walked by me and saw the show notes on my Mac for a podcast titled “Hookups and Hang Ups,” he asked, “uhhhh… should I listen to that episode?” I told him in total honesty… “it’s fine with me!” I have nothing to hide… the junk in my past, it’s the past. (Plus I’m not the only one with junk in my past. We all have some, am I right?) As I’ve grown in my walk with the Lord, I’ve learned to hand thing...2021-04-0524 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life56. The ONE Simple Technique that Will Transform EVERY Part of Your Life (Romans 12:2)56. Back in 2011, I uncovered a secret. Well... a few secrets, actually. First, I learned that the things I believed were so powerful and so deeply ingrained in me that they were directly affecting my life. The things I believed, both true and untrue, both good and bad, they were taking root and affecting my thoughts, emotions and my actions. My entire life was wrapped up in my belief system and that was a problem! It was a problem because I held onto untrue beliefs about who I was and what my future looked lik...2021-04-0117 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life55. The LIE I Believed for 26 Years (How it Kept me Stuck, Broken and Afraid) + Why I Became a Life Coach55. Hey Sister Friend! Believe me when I say we are going deeeeep on today’s podcast episode. It’s a solo show, but I’m not alone. The Holy Spirit is powerfully at work, as I share about my past, including the LIE that I believed for 26 years and how it kept me stuck, broken and afraid. Sister, I spent so. many. years. looking backwards. It wasn’t until I hired a life coach and began to seek the Lord and his wisdom that I realized where our eyes should be fixed… on what’s ahead of us...2021-03-2919 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life54. A Guided Meditation for Beloved Kingdom Daughters54. Hey sweet friend! Recently my husband was out of town for a week and things got really real over here. The Holy Spirit swept in with a few eye-opening whispers (when I REALLY needed to hear them… in His true, perfect timing) and the reminder that… I am a beloved Kingdom daughter. You are too, Sis! I don’t know what’s going on in your life right now. Maybe things are smooth sailing and you’re currently on the “mountain top.” If so, that’s great! But maybe that’s not the case. Maybe life i...2021-03-2514 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life53. How to Meditate through the Scripture + Try a 5 Minute Guided Meditation!53. Have you ever tried meditating? Do you have a stigma around it, like “only weird people do that?” Admittedly, I felt that way… until I actually tried it! When I recently stepped into the practice of meditation, I honestly found it a bit challenging at first. My thoughts were going in a million directions… and I just don’t sit down and do… well, basically nothing. Like, ever. ….but the more I’ve stuck with it, the more I’ve found that meditation is doing some awesome things for me... mentally and emotionally. I feel like it’s forcing m...2021-03-2221 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life52. I Started Doing These TWO Things Recently and it’s Significantly Increased the Amount of JOY in my Life!52. Hey Sweet Sister! Happy (almost) Spring! It’s a season of renewal, hope and great JOY! Speaking of joy… there are two things that I’ve started doing recently which have significantly increased the amount of JOY in my life! I’ll be honest… they are a little non-traditional… and a little outside the box of today’s society (especially #1). But trust me when I say, these two things? They are WORTH doing! They are POWERFUL! …They are also totally unrelated, (lol) BUT they both focus on renewing and refreshing our heart, our spirit and our bo...2021-03-1522 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life51. How to Construct the Perfect Morning Routine51. Let’s talk mornings! Love them? Hate them? Are you somewhere in between? The key to unlocking a productive and peaceful day might just lie within those precious morning hours… The key? It’s the morning routine! Maybe you have one, maybe you don’t… maybe you just don’t know where to start. I’ve got you, Sis! Today’s guest, Angela Barnard is an intentional living expert and she’s joining me on the podcast as we discuss ways to craft YOUR perfect morning routine. Angela is also sharing some wisdom bombs about how we can be more...2021-03-0831 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life50. The Power of (Dream) Planning with Polly Payne50. Polly Payne is the picture of beauty and grace, a true daughter of the King! She’s also a brilliant business woman and she’s changing lives with her physical product, the Dream Planner. As the founder of Horacio Printing, Polly knows a thing or two about partnering with God to make BIG things happen! Join us today as we discuss the power of (dream) planning. Polly’s dropping serious wisdom about discovering who you are, who you want to become and how to get there with a little help from the Dream Planner. With Gr...2021-03-0127 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life49. Routine and Time Management #MomHacks for the Busy Mom who's Trying to Juggle it All49. Ever feel like you’re juggling allllll the balls, just waiting for some of them to drop? Me too. It can feel like a real live circus up in here! Home life, work life, mom life… #allthethings, right?! I got you, girl. Your life is about to be CHANGED (promise!) Today’s podcast guest, Toni-Ann Mayembe knows what it feels like to be a busy mom who’s juggling it all! She’s a full-time dentist, a reservist in the Navy, and the blogger and podcaster behind the brand Real Happy Mom. Aaaaaand...2021-02-2220 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life48. Don't Mom Alone! Why Mamas Need Community with Heather Shriver Burns48. I can’t say enough good things about today’s podcast guest! Heather Shriver-Burns is a fellow mompreneur and she’s quickly become one of my dearest friends. If there’s one thing Heather knows how to do really well, it’s cultivate community. As the host of the Garden of Favor podcast, Heather pours out her heart, soul and energy every single week to help women like you and me experience the favor that the Good Father wants to lavish on us. Today, we’re chatting about the importance of community in motherhood and why you should...2021-02-1821 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life47. Life Lessons from the First Grade Classroom47. Canyon, or “Grand Canyon” as we call him is our youngest child. At 7 years old, he loves Jesus, his family, roller skating, fishing and his cat, Scratchy. Canyon is sweet, smart and funny and he’s bringing that joy to the podcast today as together, we talk about three “First Grade Promises” that Canyon’s class and his (awesome) teacher created together! Today’s show is heartfelt and adorable! Tune in, as we discuss life lessons (that every adult really needs to hear) from the First Grade Classroom! With Great Joy! Katie ————...2021-02-1512 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life46. How You CAN be a Joy Filled Mom and Feel GOOD about the Way You’re Raising Your Kids46. Hey Mama! Ever feel like you’re falling short? (I’ve been there.) Ever feel like you just keep messing up at the mom thing? (Also been there!) Did you know that “messing up” is actually a sign of being a really great mom?! Yep! It’s true! Get ready, because we’re about to flip the script. I’m going to explain why messing up as a mom is a good thing. I’m also going to share four things you can do, right now, to bring up the JOY factor in your home. ...2021-02-0820 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life45. Motherhood, Farm Life & Jesus45. Pull up a seat at the kitchen table for today’s “non-coffee” coffee chat with my sweet friend, Kailey Bastian. This girl, who has a heart of gold, is mama to sweet Miss Casey Jo and she also has a little one on the way! Kailey and her family also run a farming/beef operation together. How cool is that?! Tune in today, as we have a heartfelt chat about all things motherhood, farm life and Jesus. (The good stuff!) With Great Joy! Katie P.S. Want to take par...2021-02-0421 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life44. From the Love Story to the Birth Story44. I don’t know about you, but I’m totally here for it when it comes to mushy love stories! Today’s podcast guest, Kelsey Bryson has a good one! It’s almost too cute to be true. Tune in to hear about the fun way that Kelsey met her (now) husband when she was just 14! Prepare to say “aww” over and over again, as Kelsey shares details about their long distance, long term romance. (Kelsey and Shane had known each other for TEN years before he popped the question!) Aaaaand… listen in to hear the deets about...2021-02-0127 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life43. Music Matters! How Your Family can Create a Tuneful Home43. Hey Mama! (I said that in my best “sing-song” voice.) I don’t know about your family, but we’re pretty musical over here. (Sometimes on key, sometimes not. Lol!) From long before our babies were even born (did you know that babies can hear music in utero after 24 weeks?!), my husband and I have immersed ourselves in music. We both love to sing and we’ve played/picked at different instruments from the piano and bass guitar to the drums and the tuba (yep, my hubs played tuba!). Music can, and should be such an i...2021-01-2822 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life42. A Mom's Mission Field: It's Closer Than You Think!42. Hey Mama! Sometimes, as moms we find ourselves being tugged in all directions, trying to give here and there and everywhere. And while that’s not all bad (we are called to be salt and light!), we must remember that our very first mission field? It starts at HOME. We have been entrusted with precious little souls and we are called to raise them up to become honorable adults, who love Jesus and love people. It’s no small task, but when God made you a mom, He knew that with His help, you were capa...2021-01-2526 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life41. Mom Guilt and Meltdowns (What to do When you Feel Like Crying)I don’t know about you, but I often struggle with #MomGuilt. I lose my cool over something small and raise my voice at the kids. Cue the #MomGuilt. I let my kids watch too much TV or make dinner out of a box or space a ball practice. #MomGuilt I spend some extra money to buy my kids the cool thing that all the other kids have, just to have it tossed aside and forgotten about a few days later. Shouldn’t have done that?! #MomGuilt Can you relate? I bet...2021-01-2114 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life40. Are You in the Messy Middle of Motherhood?Today’s podcast episode is dedicated to every mama out there who is juggling play dates and lunch dates, burp cloths and dishrags, car keys and teething rings. You’re in the “messy middle” of motherhood, mama and I’m right there with you! It’s a bittersweet, beautiful, hard yet wonderful place to be... Your work? It’s important, sweet mama. Tune in to today’s episode to hear a special message just for you AND…. a big, huge, awesome announcement!!! With Great Joy! Katie P.S. Want to take part...2021-01-1813 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life39. Creating a Parenting Plan (and Avoiding Surprises) with Ann Kaplan39. Wouldn’t it be nice if parenting could be just a little bit easier? Because let’s be honest, our kids are always going to throw us curveballs. We can’t possibly anticipate everything that they will do and there are bound to be surprises at times. In today’s episode, Ann is diving into her work as a parenting coach and how it’s possible to avoid those surprises by implementing a parenting plan. She gives us tangible tips to create our own plan by looking at three specific areas: parenting, mindset and home management. Tune in...2021-01-1425 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life38. Beyond Survival: Practical Tools and Tips for Every Mom to Thrive (not just survive until bedtime) with Hillary Bennett38. How many of us moms feel like somedays we are just trying to survive until bedtime? With a million things to do and not enough time to do them, it can be overwhelming. #momlife, am I right? In today’s episode, Hillary and I discuss how to get out of that surviving mindset with actionable tips we can implement as soon as tomorrow to begin thriving in motherhood. Tune into this episode as Hillary and I discuss: The difference between surviving and thriving in motherhood How to structure your day to achieve a thriving mi...2021-01-1126 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life37. How to Handle #allthethings with Grace this Year37. Our dad has always said that leaders run into the fire and Kayla is the perfect example of that. She has faced some challenging times and with everything on her plate, it might be easy for her to just throw in the towel. But she doesn’t. She continues to push through whatever she comes up against. She focuses on the positive rather than the negative and makes the best of every situation she finds herself in. I don’t have to tell you that we’re all going to be met with some challenges in life. I mean...2021-01-0423 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life36. How to Love your Life Right Now (Instead of Waiting)36. It’s common to spend our time focusing on everything we want, everything we need, what our future holds, etc., but the truth is, we don’t have to live like that. As we hear Janice explain in this episode, no matter what season we’re in, we can find blessings. In every season, we can find purpose. We don’t have to constantly wonder what’s next. We don’t have to wait to enJOY everything that God has blessed us with! Tune in to episode #31 of the Stepping Into a Joy Filled Life podcast as Janice shares...2020-12-2818 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life35. How to Create the Life You Want (and Find JOY in the JOurneY)35. Life is a series of choices, or “baby steps” if you will. In this episode, we’re going to talk about some of those little choices that will add up in a BIG way. I’ve grouped those little choices, those “baby steps” into two categories: input and output. By taking a look at the input and the output areas of your life, I’ll show you exactly how you can fine tune the little choices you make every day, so that you can create the life you want while finding joy in the journey! ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Ka...2020-12-2126 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life34. The 4 Pillars of a Joy-Filled Life34. In this episode, we’re talking about building a joy-filled life through the concept of pillars. They are instrumental, crucial and necessary to building and supporting your ideal life, one that’s full of joy! These four concepts, what I call the 4 pillars of a joy-filled life can and will change your life! ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Katie: KatieHedrick.com/Patreon Download Katie’s (free!) eBook: KatieHedrick.com/eBook Join Katie’s FB community: facebook.com/groups/happychicks Contact the show: Email Katie@KatieHedrick.com Review & Subscribe...2020-12-1420 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life33. Stress Paralysis? Focus on this ONE Thing Instead33. In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that many of us are probably all too familiar with…Stress Paralysis. With everything happening in our world right now, it’s difficult not to become overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Tune into to this episode as I share my most recent experience with stress paralysis while trying to handle #allthethings and how I shifted my focus to find peace and JOY! ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Katie: KatieHedrick.com/Patreon Download Katie’s (free!) eBook: KatieHedrick.com/eBook Join Katie’s FB community: fa...2020-12-0728 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life32. Is Your "Christianity" Turning People away from Christ?#32. We know that everyone has their own opinions and perspectives. But it seems that in sharing those differences, some have lost the true meaning of Christianity. Because it’s not about turning our backs to others who think or act differently than us. It’s about loving those people, just as God loves us. Tune in to hear: Curt’s journey through following Christ How he realized he was turning people away rather than leading them towards Christianity Why actions are more meaningful than words How Christianity is both inclusive and exclusive The right way to bring o...2020-12-0328 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life31. Forgiveness: The Full Circle31. My mom and I are talking about the circle of forgiveness - what it looks like and the importance of doing our part. Tune in to episode #31 of the Stepping Into a Joy Filled Life podcast as my mom and I discuss: Tough experiences we’ve gone through that required forgiveness How Jesus forgave and we can too What the full circle of forgiveness looks like The importance of doing our part in the circle Find today's show notes at: KatieHedrick.com/forgiveness ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Katie: KatieHedrick.com/Patreon...2020-11-3029 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life30. How to Thrive after Divorce (Jenna's Story)30. After 23 years as a wife, homemaker and homeschool mom, Jenna suddenly found herself living through the thing that was never EVER going to happen. Divorce. Having risen from the ashes, Jenna inspires others with hope that one can totally thrive despite what they’ve been through. Find today's show notes at: KatieHedrick.com/AfterDivorce ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Katie: KatieHedrick.com/Patreon Download Katie’s (free!) eBook: KatieHedrick.com/eBook Join Katie’s FB community: facebook.com/groups/happychicks Contact the show: Email Katie@KatieHedrick.com Review...2020-11-2342 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life29. When Your Marriage isn’t Where You Want it to Be / 5 Things You Can Do to Improve It!#29. Today we’re gonna get really real about marriage, specifically about marriage when it’s not going well. Marriage is freaking hard. Am I right? It’s not all sunshine and rainbows. It looks a lot less like picnics at sunset and surprise bouquets of roses and a lot more like taking care of each other during the hard times and vowing to never quit on the same day. It looks like loads of dishes and laundry and diaper changes… and loads of grace and forgiveness and prayer. It looks like working hard to honor the commit...2020-11-1623 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life28. The Grief Episode (Jodi's Story)28. Jodi Stout is a Wife, Mom, and Grandma who is sharing her journey of grief after two of her grandsons have entered heaven in the last 6 years. As Jodi walks us through her story, we start to see how God is working in her life to turn her tests into testimonies through her mentorship of teens and women going through grief. Listen in to hear Jodi share how she is able to continue moving forward and how it’s possible to feel peace and joy again after experiencing loss. Tune in to episode #28 of the St...2020-11-0947 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life27. Miscarriage and the Path to Healing (Courtney's Story)#27. In this episode, Courtney Mize opens up to us about her journey through something that 1 in 4 women will experience in their lives…miscarriage. Tune in to hear: How she felt emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually The changes she has made in her life Her healing process How to support a loved one who has experienced a miscarriage Find today's show notes at: KatieHedrick.com/Miscarriage ———————————————— Support the show and receive FREE gifts from Katie: KatieHedrick.com/Patreon Download Katie’s (free!) eBook: KatieHedrick.com/eBook Join Katie’s FB community: facebook.co...2020-11-0246 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled LifeIt’s my Birthday!! (BIG Announcement and Free Gifts for You!!)Hey sweet friend! It’s my birthday and I have exciting news! I’m offering you the opportunity to partner with me in support of the podcast and receive free gifts for doing so! Go to KatieHedrick.com/Patreon to choose your level of support and to select your gifts! The free gifts include exclusive bonus content, as well as a set of beautiful, inspiring scripture cards that were created by my team and me. Each of the 20 different scripture cards fit in the palm of your hand, making them the perfect size to plac...2020-10-2801 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life25. Top 12 Children’s Books + a New Release! (Penny is Back!)#25 Is it seriously the 25th episode of the Stepping into a Joy Filled Life podcast?! Why yes it is! And are we releasing my brand new children’s book today on the show? Why yes we are! Hey girl hey! I’m Katie Hedrick, the host of this podcast and a children’s book author. Today marks some major milestones, so you know it’s time to celebrate! That’s right, it’s time to celebrate big with an awesome giveaway! I‘m giving away a book bundle that has ALL FOUR of my children’s b...2020-10-1923 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life21. What was it Like to Raise my Husband? We're about to Find Out!#21. TODAY, September 28 is the day that we celebrate the birth of my husband. That’s right, it is Chad Hedrick’s birthday. Blow up the balloons and throw the confetti. It’s time to celebrate the man who I love. In today’s episode (which, disclaimer, is going to be primarily entertaining) I’m interviewing the woman who gave birth to the legend that is Chad Hedrick. Buckle up, buttercup because we are about to explore what it was like to raise my husband. God love my Mother-in-Law. Here we go! Find today's show notes...2020-09-2828 minJoy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled LifeJoy at Home [Official Trailer!]Welcome to the Joy at Home podcast! A mom’s first mission field is at home, so let’s create more JOY in yours. On this podcast, we dive into homeschool, faith and intentional living, and bring you practical tips for finding the joy in the journey of it all. Hit subscribe! Web | StepIntoJoy.com Sign up for podcast updates | KatieHedrick.com/VIP Contact | Katie@KatieHedrick.com 2020-06-1201 min