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More Than Enough92: Big Picture Planning - Starting Your Year RightWelcome back to the More Than Enough podcast! Today, we're diving into a topic that feels especially timely as we step into a brand-new year: planning for 2025. This episode is all about approaching your goals and plans with clarity, intention, and grace—without feeling overwhelmed or defeated before you even begin.So many of us have a love-hate relationship with planning. But, as we share in this episode, planning doesn’t have to be a rigid one-and-done task. Instead, we want you to think of it as a living, breathing process—a way to stay aligned with your v...2025-01-0717 minMore Than Enough91: Looking Back to Move Forward- Four Questions To Guide Your New YearToday we’re taking a moment to pause and reflect on the past year before stepping into all that’s ahead. With so much noise around starting strong in the new year, we wanted to offer a softer, more thoughtful approach—one that begins with reflection and grace.We’re sharing four meaningful questions to help you look back on 2024, uncover the lessons it held, and move into 2025 with clarity and purpose. And don’t worry—next week, we’ll get practical with tips on how to break down your plans and goals into something manageable and...2024-12-3119 minMore Than Enough90: Love That Ties It All Together: Advent Week 4In this special Christmas Eve episode of the More Than Enough Podcast, we reflect on the fourth Advent candle, often called the Angel’s Candle, which represents love. Love is the foundation of it all—Love is the heartbeat of God’s story, the reason for creation, redemption, and the joy we celebrate this Christmas.Whether your Christmas Eve is filled with family, quiet moments, or a little bit of chaos, we invite you to pause and take in the true gift of the season: a love so great it transforms everything.Merry Christmas from all of...2024-12-2417 minMore Than Enough89: Joy: Advent Week 3Welcome back to the More Than Enough podcast! This week, we’re stepping into the third week of Advent and lighting the “Joy” candle. It’s such a beautiful moment to pause and reflect on the story of the shepherds—their awe, their wonder, and the uncontainable joy they felt when the angel shared the good news of the Messiah’s birth.Joy is such a special gift—it’s the outward, overflowing expression of the peace God plants deep in our hearts. Together, we explore how to embrace joy in the present, even when life feels incomplete or un...2024-12-1714 minMore Than Enough88: Peace: Advent Week 2Welcome back to the More Than Enough Podcast! We’re so glad you’re here with us as we journey through this Advent season. This week, we’re lighting the second candle on the Advent wreath—the Bethlehem Candle—and leaning into the theme of peace.Today, we’re reflecting on Mary and Joseph’s incredible journey to Bethlehem. Can you imagine it? A 90-mile trek on foot or donkey, with Mary heavily pregnant, through cold, rainy weather and a town bursting at the seams. It wasn’t comfortable, it wasn’t convenient, and yet, in the midst of it all, G...2024-12-1015 minMore Than Enough87: Hope: The First Candle of AdventWelcome to The More Than Enough Podcast. Can you believe it’s already December? This month can feel like a whirlwind, but we’re leaning into something grounding and beautiful—Advent. Each week, we’ll reflect on one of the Advent candles and its meaning, giving you a peaceful reprieve amidst the holiday hustle.In today’s episode, we’re talking about Hope, the first candle of Advent, often called the Prophecy Candle. Hope is where it all begins—anchoring us in the promises of God and pointing us forward, just as the Old Testament prophets looked ahead to Jesus...2024-12-0321 minMore Than Enough86: Grounded in Gratitude: What’s Been Life-Giving This QuarterHey friends, welcome back to The More Than Enough Podcast! This week, as we prepare to gather around the table for Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on what has been life-giving in this season. It's a practice we try to do every quarter—taking time to pause, look back, and see the threads of God’s goodness woven through our lives. And what better time to do this than Thanksgiving week?In today’s episode, my mom and I share the little and big things that have anchored and inspired us over the last few months. From finding beauty i...2024-11-2626 minMore Than Enough85: Attachment Styles Part Two: Steps to Move from Insecure to Secure ConnectionsIn this episode, we’re diving deep into the journey of attachment styles and what it means to grow toward secure, healthy connections. Last week, we introduced the four attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and explored why understanding these patterns matters. Today, we're picking up where we left off, with a focus on practical steps you can take to move from insecure to secure attachment in your relationships.Whether you've recently identified with an insecure attachment style or have known for a while, you might be wondering, "Can I change?" Here’s the good news: Yes, abs...2024-11-1926 minMore Than Enough84: Discovering Your Attachment Style and Why It MattersIn today’s episode, we dive into attachment styles – those early relationship patterns with our caregivers that shape how we connect with others throughout life. If you’ve been following our recent discussions on modeling, this episode expands on that, breaking down how attachment styles influence our adult relationships.The Four Attachment Styles:Secure Attachment – Built from consistent, responsive caregiving, this style leads to healthy relationships where we feel safe, supported, and resilient.Anxious Attachment – Stemming from inconsistent caregiving, this style can make us crave closeness while feeling unsure or needy in relationships.Avoidant Attachment – Often resulting fr...2024-11-1226 minMore Than Enough83: The Power of Modeling Change: Becoming an Agent of Transformation and HealingHey everyone, welcome back to More Than Enough! We're so glad you're here with us again. This episode is a continuation of last week’s conversation, and if you haven’t listened to that yet, we’d love for you to go back and catch up. In that episode, we unpacked the incredible influence of modeling in our lives. We looked at how the behaviors, beliefs, and patterns we were raised with shape who we are today. But this week, we’re diving into what happens when we challenge those patterns and beliefs, especially the ones that don’t serve us.2024-11-0524 minMore Than Enough82: Breaking Free from Childhood Modeling: How Early Influences Shape UsHey everyone! Welcome back to the More Than Enough Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into something really close to home for all of us – the power of modeling. And no, we’re not talking about runways or toy trains! We’re talking about the way that behaviors, beliefs, and patterns modeled to us as kids shape our perspectives and lives, often without us even realizing Today we open up about how we each experienced certain behaviors modeled in our childhoods and how those early experiences can stick with us. We chat about how, whether we want th...2024-10-2929 minMore Than Enough81: Facing Life’s Battles: Faith Beyond the Bait-and-Switch of Western ChristianityHey friends, welcome back to the More Than Enough Podcast! In today’s episode, I sit down with Madre as we talk about something that's been a recurring theme in our conversations lately: the feeling that sometimes Western Christianity can come off like a bait-and-switch.You know, the way the gospel can be presented as this message of peace and happiness without fully preparing us for the real struggles of life. So, we wanted to dive deep into that and unpack what we mean by it. We’re asking the tough questions today—like, are we unintentionally overse...2024-10-2219 minMore Than Enough80: Lessons from Hurricane HeleneWelcome back to the More Than Enough Podcast! We missed you last week as we took some time to navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. For those who don’t know, we’re based in Asheville, North Carolina, and our community was hit hard. We lost power and water, and the storm left behind a trail of devastation that we’re all still processing.In this episode, Madre and I open up about what it was like living through this unexpected hurricane. In the midst of such devastation, It was incredible to see how people shared...2024-10-1526 minMore Than Enough79: Waking Up to Our Emotions: Breaking Out of Numbness and How To Feel AgainHey friends, welcome back to another episode of The More Than Enough Podcast! This episode is a special one because I got to record it while sitting right next to my mom!Today, we’re diving into a topic that feels really close to my heart: the journey of not growing numb in our lives. We talked about what it looks like to be truly present with our emotions, with God, and with the people around us, even when it feels easier to shut down or disconnect. It’s a struggle I think so many of us face...2024-10-0125 minMore Than Enough78: When to Keep, Tweak, or Let Go: Navigating TraditionsWelcome back to another episode of the More Than Enough Podcast! Today we are diving deep into the topic of traditions, especially as we enter the cozy fall and holiday season. We’re chatting about why traditions are so important and how they can become a grounding, life-giving part of our families, whether they're big, elaborate rituals or small, everyday moments.We start off by reflecting on how traditions often resemble routines but on a grander scale. They’re more than just habits—they’re intentional practices that can provide a sense of stability and belonging, especially in a fas...2024-09-2421 minMore Than Enough77: The Power of The Lord's Prayer In Our LivesHey friends! Welcome back to another episode of the More Than Enough Podcast. I’m so glad you’re here with us today! We’re ready to dive into a topic that’s been on our hearts lately: the Lord’s Prayer.You know, the Lord’s Prayer is something many of us have known since we were kids. I’ve recited it countless times, and it’s so familiar that, honestly, it can start to feel a bit like a formula. But today, we’re taking a deeper look. We’re unpacking what makes it so powerful and why Jes...2024-09-1729 minMore Than Enough76: What is Your Calling?Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of the "More Than Enough" podcast. Today, we're getting real about something many of us wonder about: What is our true calling? What’s that thing we’re meant to do, and how do we figure it out?We kick things off by reflecting on what “calling” really means. We often get stuck on the idea that our calling has to be this big, elusive purpose or a specific job title. But here's the thing: while our individual callings may look different on the surface, they all share a common foundati...2024-09-1032 minMore Than Enough75: Sacred Morning RoutinesToday, we’re diving into something that seems to be everywhere these days: morning routines. But we’re adding our own twist—calling them "Sacred Morning Routines."We truly believe that a morning routine isn't just about checking things off a list; it's about creating a sacred space, a spiritual rhythm that anchors us in times of transition. It’s about finding that quiet moment to connect with God and ourselves, to set our hearts and minds on things above. It’s been life-changing for both of us, and we hope to inspire you to explore what this could...2024-09-0322 minMore Than Enough74: How to Reflect After a Transition In this episode, we delve into why it’s crucial to pause and reflect on the transitions we experience, whether they’re monumental life changes or everyday shifts. We often rush through these periods without acknowledging their impact, but taking time to reflect allows us to fully process what we've been through. It’s in these moments of reflection that we can truly appreciate the growth, grieve what’s been lost, and prepare our hearts for what lies ahead. We discuss the importance of allowing yourself to feel the full spectrum of emotions that come with transitions. Whether...2024-08-2723 minMore Than Enough73: How to Finish Your Season WellToday’s episode is extra special as we come to you from the same location, marking the beginning of a new chapter for our family. As many of you know, we’ve just completed a huge move across the country, leaving behind our beloved Kansas City and settling back in Asheville, North Carolina, to be closer to family. In this episode, we reflect on the importance of finishing well—whether it’s a move, a job, a season of life, or even a relationship. We also explore how, even when things get tough, we can find unexpected grace an...2024-08-2025 minMore Than Enough72: How to Handle TransitionsToday's episode is all about transitions. We delve into how change, whether anticipated or unexpected, can shape our lives in profound ways.Pamela shares the deeply personal story of her and her husband’s four-year journey to renovate their first home after 43 years of marriage. What started as a simple project turned into an arduous, yet ultimately rewarding, process that taught them invaluable lessons about perseverance, patience, and the importance of finishing what they started. This renovation became more than just a physical transformation—it became a symbol of God’s faithfulness in their marriage and lives.M...2024-08-1332 minMore Than Enough71: What's Been Life Giving In This Last SeasonAs August begins, many of us find ourselves in the whirlwind of life—kids starting school and routines going haywire. It's the perfect time to pause, reflect, and jump into this next season.In today's episode we are naming what's been life giving for us in this past season.We started this reflection back in March, aiming to do it every quarter. By doing so, we can move forward, bringing the lessons from these moments into our future.2024-08-0623 minMore Than Enough70: Last Episode in Our Summer Of Psalms Series - Psalm 139Hey guys, welcome back to the More Than Enough podcast. It's the last Tuesday in July, and as of this recording, we're gearing up for a significant move back to North Carolina. Our family is excited about this new adventure, even though it's a huge transition for all of us. Today, we are wrapping up our Summer of Psalms series with a psalm that feels like the culmination of everything we've explored over the past weeks and that's Psalm 139.As we conclude our Summer of Psalms series, we invite you to meditate on Psalm 139 and...2024-07-3023 minMore Than Enough69 Psalm 103 - Remembering The Lord's GoodnessToday, we’re continuing our Summer of Psalms series with Psalm 103. This psalm is all about mercy and compassion, and it’s a beautiful reminder of God’s loving kindness.As we read through this psalm, it’s a powerful reminder to remember God’s mercy and faithfulness, and to give Him praise. It’s easy to get caught up in the worries of life, but pausing to remember and praise God for His goodness can transform our perspective!Sometimes, we can struggle with pausing to remember God’s faithfulness. We are such a forgetful people, and it...2024-07-2320 minMore Than Enough68: Psalm 91 - He is the Only Safe PlaceIn today's episode we read and discuss Psalm 91. Often referred to as the "Psalm of Protection." The very first verse sets the tone, promising rest in the shadow of the Almighty WHEN we dwell in the shelter of the Most High. This chapter reminds us that it is ONLY in his presence that we will find our peace and rest. It is so easy to get lost in a million other things and then we find ourselves stumbling in the darkness overwhelmed and overcome. But this Psalm reminds us again that He alone is our...2024-07-1621 minMore Than Enough67: Psalm 77 - The Great ExchangeThis summer, we have been taking some time to reflect on the Psalms each week. We've carefully selected eight Psalms, and today we're focusing on Psalm 77. If you haven't done so already, I encourage you to read through Psalm 77. The raw emotion and sincerity of the words are both comforting and humbling.There's a beautiful vulnerability in admitting our struggles and sorrows openly before God. Just last week, I found myself in a Psalm 77 moment, overwhelmed with grief. Everything felt like a 10 out of 10 in intensity, and I could hear God inviting me to weep...2024-07-0917 minMore Than Enough66: Psalm 62- God is Our Refuge When People Turn Against UsIn today's episode we are reflecting on Psalm 62. It's tempting to seek out others for comfort or validation, to vent or process our struggles with friends and family. And while community is important, Psalm 62 reminds us that our core identity and peace come not from human affirmation but from God's unwavering love and who HE says we are. In a world full of voices trying to define who we should be and what we should seek, remembering that my identity is rooted in God's perception and purpose for me is what anchors my anxious heart...2024-07-0214 minMore Than Enough65: Pslam 43 - God is Our Refuge In Our Moment of NeedToday we are mediating on Psalm 43, which reminds us that "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." No matter the chaos or fear, God's presence provides an anchoring peace.Do we really believe that God is our real and present help in time of trouble? The fact is that God is ready and right there with you. God is ready to assist us and we don't have to do anything but just cry out his name. Can we really trust that the Lord will meet us in our moments of need...2024-06-2521 minMore Than Enough64: Psalms 33 - He Alone is Our DelivererWe are continuing our Summer of Psalms, and today we’re diving into one of our favorites—Psalm 33. If you want to start from the beginning, you can go back to our first post in June. Today, we reflect on Psalm 33, looking at its timeless truths and finding a moment to pause as we meditate on its meaning.As we weave through life’s challenges, it can be easy to put our hope in tangible things—strategies, plans, and even people. But this scripture calls us to shift our trust toward God, acknowledging that He alone is our deli...2024-06-1821 minMore Than Enough63: Whom Shall I Fear - Psalm 27In today's episode we're diving into the heart of Psalm 27, a chapter that holds deep personal significance for both of us!The theme of fear is something that we have resonated strongly with throughout our lives and this chapter has been one that we go back to time and time again to remind us that in the face of adversity and uncertainty, we find comfort in the steadfast presence of the Lord, who is our light, salvation, and stronghold.It's not about following religious practices or routines but about establishing a genuine relationship with our...2024-06-1123 minMore Than Enough62: Finding Peace Through The Psalms: Psalm 4In today's episode we are kicking off a mini- series for the summer that we're calling the "Summer of Psalms". We are taking June and July to dive into 8 of our favorite Psalms that have encouraged and grounded us in difficult seasons. Today we are starting with Psalms 4. This Psalm is a continual reminder of God's nearness in the midst of all of life's challenges and uncertainties.We are praying that this series is a nice pause in the midst of the business of summer to anchor your heart and to remind you of God's...2024-06-0419 minMore Than Enough61: The Value Of MentorsIn today's episode we reflect on the significance of mentors in our lives. We define mentors as experienced individuals who provide guidance, wisdom, and support to help us navigate through various aspects of life. Mentors act as change agents, aiding in our personal growth and development.In today's digital age, the concept of mentors has expanded beyond traditional one-on-one relationships. Social media influencers, podcasts, YouTube channels, and online resources can all serve as modern-day mentors.Amidst the search for mentors, we stress the importance of being intentional about the voices we allow into our inner...2024-05-2825 minMore Than Enough60: Understanding The Fear Of The LordOn today's podcast episode we explore a topic that may seem daunting at first - the fear of the Lord. While the idea of fear can often evoke feelings of threat and panic, we aim to unravel the complexities and beauty behind the concept of fearing God.Delving into the Hebrew words for fear, we uncover a duality in meanings - one rooted in threat and terror (Pachad) and the other in reverence and awe (Yehva). These nuances highlight the different facets of fear present in the Bible and challenge us to reevaluate our understanding of the...2024-05-2122 minMore Than Enough59: The Power of JournalingToday's episode is all about journaling!!Journaling goes beyond just jotting down daily events; it is a practice that allows us to delve into our innermost thoughts, feelings, and reflections. It provides us with a space to be fully integrated in body, soul, and spirit, fostering a deeper connection with ourselves and those around us.Journaling serves as a mirror to our inner selves, enabling us to reflect on our experiences and emotions. It prompts us to pause, delve deep into our thoughts, and engage in self-reflection. By taking the time to journal, we can...2024-05-1423 min