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Tried + TrulyT + T Ep 25 - Building Self-Esteem in Kids with Nellie HardenHey, parents of tweens and teens, we have an episode specifically designed for you! Join your T+T hosts, Lori Milliken and Michelle DeReus, as they welcome family life and leadership coach Nellie Harden to the show. The ladies ask Nellie for all the tricks and tips about raising those precious, and sometimes trying tweens and teens in order to help them gain a strong sense of self-worth and confidence. Nellie shares that the key is simple: recognizing and fulfilling 5 (yep, that’s it!) basic needs. Check out this episode as you prepare to launch those tweens/teens int...2022-10-1845 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 24 - Communication by DesignCommunication can be hard, but the good news is it doesn’t have to be! On this episode Lori Milliken and Michelle DeReus share personal stories of how the powerful study I Said This You Heard That by author, speaker and communication expert Kathleen Edelman has helped them alter their communication style for the better. We are all wired with a unique temperament that affects how we communicate and the things we need to hear from others. Understanding our temperament and that of those around us can help us to live out God’s design f...2022-03-2224 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 23 - Faith Over Fear with Jackie FraileyFaith over Fear – Is the phrase cliché or profound? We vote profound as the world is a scary place. There are times of chaos and turmoil that can consume our thoughts and steal our joy if we don’t battle against it. So, what’s a girl to do?! First of all, check out this episode of the T + T podcast as Lori Milliken, Michelle DeReus and their good friend Jackie Frailey share what their fears look like today and discuss the fears found in the book of Daniel. You’ll leave encouraged knowing that God’s provision and protect...2022-03-0825 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 22 - What is Biblical Grace?We have all been offered grace, but do we really understand the true meaning of grace? Can we give ourselves grace? Can we offer it to others? Is it just a buzzy word to make ourselves feel better when our imperfections shine through? Grace as described in the bible is powerful, life-changing, and ours for the accepting. Listen in and deepen your understanding of God’s abounding grace.To see show notes and much more, check out triedandtrulypodcast.com. If you're enjoying the Tried + Truly Podcast, leave a rating or review or share th...2022-02-1516 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 21 - Having HopeDo you find yourself losing hope? Hope for a brighter future? Hope for a COVID-free life? Hope that the chaos of this world will end? You’re not alone! Thankfully, you can rest assured there are ways to find encouragement and hope even while living through challenging times. Lori and Michelle share three pro tips that are working for them as they pursue a heart of hopefulness. Listen in, have some laughs, and let your hope be a light and change for a brighter tomorrow. To see show notes and much more, check out triedandt...2022-02-0121 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 20 - Finding Our Identity with Abbey LightbodyDo you feel unfulfilled in a life of busyness? Do you question your worth despite a successful and abundant career? Do you feel a loss of purpose while giving your all to motherhood? These emotions are evidence that your identity is anchored in the ways of this world and not in the ways of the Lord. Scripture tells us that fulfillment and purpose come from our identity in Christ and nothing else regardless of how noble it is. Join Lori and Michelle as they chat with Abbey Lightbody about how to set our hearts and minds on who God...2022-01-1829 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 19 - A Dose of PatienceDoes your patience run thin on the daily? Thin patience is nearly a badge of honor in the 21st century. Although comforting that we’re not alone in this struggle, it’s not a place to stay. During this episode, Lori and Michelle share valuable lessons learned on patience that have enhanced their relationship with others and with God. In the midst of chaos, we can cultivate a heart of patience and endurance which ultimately brings about peace. Listen in and hear how a dose of patience changed their relationships and lives forever.To...2021-12-0732 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 18 - Love + Marriage with Kara BarkerMarriage is one of the most intense and intimate relationships this side of heaven. The topic spurred a lot of interest in our prior T + T episode so we’re talking about it again! Sometimes we want to kiss our hubbies; sometimes we want to...kick them straight out of bed when snoring! Kara Barker brings the energy as she shares thought-provoking guidance she’s learned throughout her 25-year marriage. Kara is an author, CEO, mentor, podcast host, wife and faithful servant of the Lord. A Holy Spirit-filled marriage is the path to a happy, healthy relationship so don’t m...2021-11-2341 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 17 - No More Perfect Moms with Jill SavageIf you have kids, regardless of age, then we have some encouragement to share with you! Lori and Michelle were honored to be joined by Jill Savage, a fourteen-time Christian author, public speaker, podcast host, and founder of Hearts at Home ministry. Together, they discuss our sweet yet imperfect little angels and the highs and woes of raising them. Jill is passionate about helping women find joy in the many seasons of motherhood. This is one episode you don’t wanna miss!To learn more about Jill, check out https://jillsavage.org or l...2021-11-0943 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 16 - Myth Busters! Martha + Mary of BethanyAre you familiar with the story of two sisters, Martha and Mary from the town of Bethany? If not, check it out in the Gospel of Luke 10:38-42 and then check out this episode. Mary’s wise choice to sit in the presence of Jesus, soaking up every word, serves as a great example of prioritizing time with God. But that’s not the only lesson in this famous true story. Her sister Martha all too often gets the bad rap as the frantic sister who becomes consumed by the busyness of lesser duties. Sound...2021-10-2617 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 15 - Bye Shame! with Jenny LuttrellShame! It’s real, it’s intense, and we all battle it in some form or another. Just like that of Adam and Eve, shame holds us back from being in close relationship with God. It keeps us hiding in a place of pain and sin; preventing us from doing the good works we’ve been individually called to. The comforting news is you’re not alone in the struggle against shame and the Good News is there is freedom to be found through Christ Jesus. Listen in as Jenny Luttrell shares her heart and how she overcame a sinful pas...2021-10-1225 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 14 - Embracing ChangeWhether your kids are headed to kindergarten, college-bound or somewhere in between, change can be difficult on a mother’s heart. Listen in as we learn how to let go of control, manage our feelings of fear and embrace change by trusting the One who controls it all. Letting go of our grip means letting God work His plan for our children, which is far greater than anything we can imagine. Lori and Michelle give you three easy steps so you can let go and let God. For show notes and more, please visit https://triedandtrulypodcast.com. ...2021-09-2819 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 13 - Cancel Your Mom Guilt TripThe mom guilt struggle is real! Social media and society are quick to tell us what it takes to become the ideal mother. The real question we need to ask is - what are God’s instructions for us as moms? Thankfully, He keeps it pretty simple! In the finale of season one, Lori and Michelle share their own mom guilt struggles and three ways we can cancel mom guilt for good. We are certainly not perfect, but we were perfectly chosen by God to be the parent to our children. There is no condemnation for those in Christ...2021-03-3018 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 12 - Finding Faith with Erica GoodeDo you long for a more intimate relationship with God? Have you ever felt lost in a religious routine? Erica Goode, wife, mom and author of the blog Living A Goode Life, has been there too! Listen in as she shares her powerful story of finding faith with honesty, humility and lots of laughs. Erica strayed far from her childhood faith and found herself in seasons of denying and questioning the presence of God, yet He never left her side. In the most unexpected of circumstances, Erica surrendered her heart to God and accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savio...2021-03-1630 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 11 - Grief: Finding Hope through Loss with Kaitlyn FiedlerSorrow and grief are part of everyone’s story this side of Heaven. Thankfully, there is hope and healing to be found! By holding fast to the truth of who God is and how He loves us, we can find hope in the midst of heartbreak. Listen in and we promise you’ll find encouragement as Kaitlyn Fiedler shares her journey through the tragic loss of her parents and siblings at the young age of 8. Kaitlyn is now a proud mama, wife, talented blogger and a beautiful soul on a mission for God. Her words are POWERFUL and lovely…and MUST be...2021-03-0233 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 10 - The Self-Care Deception with Jaclyn Castro of Courageous Fit FemaleLet’s do a little heart check, ladies! Are we unknowingly falling into the self-care trap? Can something that sounds so positive really be bad? YES! The answer is yes! If you are anything like Lori and Michelle, you may want to reflect on how you view and practice self-care. It is a slippery slope from caring for our personal needs to distorting our thinking and motivation into a self-focused mindset. The true refreshment for our souls comes from time with God, not time in the spa or gym. Self-care from a biblical perspective is the ultimate goal. Visit...2021-02-1625 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 9 - Bridging the Gap with Toya ChristineArmed only with love, Lori and Michelle join the global dialogue on allyship and the fight against racism and social injustices. Together with Toya Christine, a mom, wife, strong woman of God and advocate for change, they explore the Bible and the example of Jesus as the true guidance on how we are called to respond and care for all God’s people. Check out https://triedandtrulypodcast.com to see our show notes and connect with us.This episode was brought to you by Brainiac Kids. Order online at https://brainiackids.com and use promo...2021-02-0230 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 8 - Celebrating Hallelujahs and Hiccups with Kara BarkerWith energy soaring and passion pumping, Lori and Michelle chat with author, mentor, mom and wife Kara Barker about her new devotional, prioritizing, finding your purpose and much more. Whether you're celebrating a hallelujah moment or going through a hiccup, Kara brings encouragement and tips on how to tackle each situation with a God-centered mindset.Check out https://triedandtrulypodcast.com to see our show notes and connect with us.To learn more about Kara and pick up a copy of her 100-day devotional book, Hallelujahs & Hiccups, visit https://karabarker.net. Her book is a...2021-01-1934 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 7 - When Marriage Gets Hard with Lindsey PriceHas your marriage even been shook to the breaking point? Do you know someone in a struggling marriage? Our natural response to difficult, scary and unknown situations is often fight or flight and that’s true in a marriage struggle as well. Lindsey Price, slay-at-home mom of four, joins Lori and Michelle to share her most difficult marriage battle - and the pain and powerful redemption that came with it. Spoiler alert- Lindsey chose to fight!Check us out at https://triedandtrulypodcast.com to see our show notes and more.Shout out to the sponso...2021-01-0530 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 6 - Keeping the Christ in Christmas with Nicole SniffChristmas may look different this year, but the true celebration of Christmas remains unchanged. Joined by a sweet and wise friend, Lori and Michelle discuss challenges and tips for keeping Christ at the center of Christmas. Listen in and prepare your heart for a season of hope, peace, joy and love! https://triedandtrulypodcast.com2020-12-0829 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 5 - Gratitude AlwaysGratitude is not just a feeling, it’s an act of love and obedience that brings the gift of peace in the midst of the storm. Just a few days before Thanksgiving, Lori and Michelle talk about the spiritual act of giving gratitude in all circumstances and seasons. Jesus provides the perfect example of gratitude even under the most difficult situations. Listen in as they learn and challenge each other to commit to an attitude of gratitude! IMWoSNegtBt85ldzjYXQ2020-11-2421 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 4 - Finding Food and Fitness Freedom through Faith w/Robyn Wright of Faithfully Living FitThere’s no latest diet trend in this episode, only the true testimony of how God can provide help and healing in restoring a healthy relationship with food and fitness. Robyn Wright, owner of Faithfully Living Fit, is a personal trainer and nutrition coach who joins the conversation to shed light on God's truth and reveals how she found healing after a career in professional bodybuilding and a battle with disordered eating. Robyn has a passion for helping busy mamas redeem their relationship with food and fitness and is here to answer all our questions.https://tried...2020-11-1036 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 3 - Anxiety + the Peace of God with Jennifer Belle, LPCLori and Michelle welcome a dear friend and licensed professional counselor, Jennifer Belle. This trio embraces the topic of anxiety that’s been taking a toll and challenging many of us in new ways. Jennifer brings hope and insight on how to identify and manage anxiety. Together, these ladies celebrate the true peace that is offered to us by our loving God. 2020-10-2628 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 2 - Overcoming Insecurities - Who Are You Comparing Yourself To?Lori and Michelle don’t hold back as they share honest examples of overcoming insecurities and the sin of comparison that separates us from God. Whatever your insecurity struggle may be, from scrolling social media to playdates and workplaces, our confidence should be rooted in the truth that we were made in the image of God. 2020-10-1325 minTried + TrulyT + T TrailerCheck out a warm hello from your new girlfriends! Lori and Michelle invite you on a journey as they seek to follow Jesus everyday. 2020-09-2701 minTried + TrulyT + T Ep 1 - Meeting God in the EverydayWe are all called to receive and share the Good News of Jesus! Get to know your hosts Lori and Michelle as they share the backstory that inspired the Tried and Truly podcast. We’re all equipped with unique talents, life journeys, and perspectives that are powerful when used for the glory of God. Let’s get started!2020-09-2717 min