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The Necessary Disruptor™Ep010: Setting Standards and Aligning Best Practices in CSR, ESG and DEI for Global Travel Trade ShowsIn this episode of the Necessary Disruptor Podcast, host Stephanie M. Jones is joined by Rika Jean Francois, the former Commissioner of ITB Corporate Social Responsibility at Messe Berlin. They discuss Rika's extensive background in travel and tourism, her leadership in incorporating sustainability, social responsibility, and inclusivity into the world's largest travel trade show, ITB. The conversation delves into the principles of CSR, ESG, and DEI, and how they are applied at ITB, challenges faced, and the importance of addressing controversial issues like human rights and inclusivity in tourism. Rika also shares advice for organizing responsible trade...2025-02-1336 min
Giving Your Best LifeEpisode 117: Transforming Mental Health Through Movement: Practical Strategies and Inspiring StoriesImagine the transformative power of movement on mental health. Join us on this enlightening episode of Giving Your Best Life Podcast, where Stephanie and Zach Lloyd delve into the profound connection between physical activity and mental wellness. Hear Stephanie’s touching story about a friend's triumph over depression and anxiety through consistent exercise. Supported by Zach’s detailed scientific insights, discover how even a 10-minute burst of vigorous activity can significantly improve your mood. From aerobics to resistance training and mind-body exercises, learn about the various forms of movement that act as natural antidepressants.But that’s not al...2024-07-0909 min
The Necessary Disruptor™Ep008: Sustainable Tourism: Challenging Saviorism and Promoting Equitable Solutions for Global CommunitiesIn this episode of the Necessary Disruptor Podcast, host Stephanie M. Jones engages in a thought-provoking conversation with award-winning travel journalist Lebawit Lily Germa from Bloomberg News. Together, they tackle the complex landscape of sustainable tourism, challenging the narrative of tourism as a savior for communities in the Global South.Drawing on her extensive experiences living in various regions, Lily explores the importance of equitable and inclusive solutions that empower local communities, debunking misconceptions and urging a shift away from the saviorism mentality.00:00 Introduction to the Necessary Disruptor Podcast00:58 Meet Our Guest: Award-Winning...2024-06-0636 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 110: How Mushroom Hunting is Like Following God's Calling for Your LifeAs Stephanie wandered through the forest, the serenity of mushroom hunting became a profound metaphor for pursuing our calling. In this episode, Stephanie weaves together lessons from Proverbs 3:5-6 and Ephesians 6:11.Our journey doesn't end with finding focus amidst life's distractions, it's also about the enduring virtues of patience and persistence. Stephanie shares anecdotes from the quiet underbrush of the forest and beyond, illustrating the incredible power of gratitude in transforming our daily experiences. Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow m...2024-05-1419 min
The Necessary Disruptor™Ep006: The Power of Pivoting with Purpose for ProfitsPivoting with Purpose: A Journey Through Disruption in TravelIn this episode of the Necessary Disruptor Podcast, host Stephanie M. Jones engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Denella Ri'chard, a former cruise corporate executive turned talk show host. The discussion delves into Denella's remarkable career journey, her resilience in the face of the global pandemic's challenges, and her successful pivot from the corporate world to creating and hosting the nationally syndicated 'Traveling with Denella Ri'chard' show. The episode highlights themes of disruption, resilience, entrepreneurship, and the importance of leveraging one's network and creating new paths in industries...2024-05-0932 min
The Necessary Disruptor™Ep004: Workplace Bullying: The Charge for the Travel & Tourism Industry to Lead with Proactive Actions and Safeguard Solutions, Part 2During the second part of their conversation on 'The Necessary Disruptor Show,' Stephanie M. Jones delves deeper into the topic of workplace bullying, with a focus on the travel and tourism industry. Dr. Brandy shares her personal experiences with bullying and disappointment in the EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) efforts within the industry. She emphasizes that true priorities are revealed through actions, not words, and discusses the challenges of advocating for EDI in an environment resistant to acknowledging mistakes and making necessary changes. The conversation also covers the 'pay to play' nature of the industry, how it can...2024-04-2634 min
The Necessary Disruptor™Ep003: Workplace Bullying: The Charge for the Travel & Tourism Industry to Lead with Proactive Actions and Safeguard Solutions, Part 1In this Part 1 episode of the Necessary Disruptor Podcast, host Stephanie M. Jones, alongside guests Dr. Brandy Baldwin and Zoe Moore, engages in a critical conversation on workplace bullying within the travel and tourism industry, especially as it affects women of color. Drawing from personal experiences, the discussion delves into the prevalence of bullying, discrimination, and the systemic issues that enable such behaviors. The episode emphasizes the urgent need for industry leaders to adopt proactive measures in creating safer and more inclusive work environments. Through powerful testimonies and expert insights, the guests explore solutions and call to action for...2024-04-1137 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 95: Uncovering the Truth Behind Wellness and Why Bother with Staying Healthy with Guest Zach LloydIn this episode, Stephanie's accountability partner, Sustainability Anti-Diet Coach Zach Lloyd, joins her in explaining why health is so important and how it relates to following God's calling for your life. A few topics they discuss:The significance of prioritizing health in our livesAddress common misconceptions and societal pressures (social media/influencers) surrounding healthEncourage listeners to define their health goals based on realistic expectationsThe power of self-reflection and asking two meaningful questions to drive personal growth Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here....2024-03-0514 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 94: Mastering the Art of Saying No and Setting BoundariesIn this episode, Stephanie discusses how we often want to make time for everything that comes our way, our work, our friends, family, and our calling. But if we are going to live out the calling God has for our lives, we have to learn how to say no, set boundaries, and priorities, and spend our time wisely. Connect with Stephanie:Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here.Shop Stephanie's books here.Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGalConnect with Stephanie: G...2024-02-2711 min
The Necessary Disruptor™Ep000: Why I Chose to Become a Necessary Disruptor™ for the Travel & Tourism IndustryJust like sustainability is no longer only about the environment, disruption is no longer only about technology. I’m Stephanie M. Jones, host of The Necessary Disruptor™ podcast. Join me and leading travel & tourism thought leaders as we dive into disruption through the lens of leadership, sustainability, innovation, DEI and social impact.I began my disruptor journey in travel & tourism 10 years ago when I discovered the vast disparity for Black businesses in Black communities who were not actively participating or profiting in Florida’s tourism ecosystem. I remember walking the neighborhood of Little Haiti in Miami...2024-02-0101 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 93: The Power of An Accountability Partner in Accomplishing Your Goals with Guest Zach LlloydIn this episode, Stephanie's accountability partner, Sustainability Anti-Diet Coach, Zach Lloyd, joins her to discuss the power of accountability, how it works, what works well, and who you should get for an accountability partner to accomplish your goals. Connect with Stephanie:Giving Your Best Life Conference on February 7th. Register here.Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here.Shop Stephanie's books here.Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGalConnect with Zach:Zach's website hereGet a free resource: End Calorie Counting Toolkit here2024-01-1915 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 92: Bible Study: Your Plans or God's Plan?In this episode, Stephanie discusses what the Bible says about planning. Are you a planner? A woman who likes to set goals? Me too! In this Bible study episode, Stephanie will dive into Proverbs 19:21, James 4:13-17, and Proverbs 3:5-6 to see how we should plan and with whom.Other Mentions:Bible Verse of the Day: Proverbs 19:21, James 4:13-17, and Proverbs 3:5-6Giving Challenge: Gratitude Challenge: Book Recommendations:1. Uncommon Prayers (a #1 best-seller!)2. Thank-You Notes to GodConnect with Stephanie:Giving Your Best Life Conference on February 7th...2024-01-0316 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 91: Uncommon Hospitality and How to Stop People Pleasing and Start Loving on PeopleIn this episode, Stephanie discusses how and why we should host people in our homes, provide hospitality, and not worry about perfection. Don't worry about being organized. Give up people pleasing and just love and serve people. Why we need to live in community and connection. Put people ahead of pride.Other Mentions:Bible Verse of the Day: Romans 12:9 & 13 Giving Challenge: Who can you host in your home and show hospitality? How am I going to open up my home?Gratitude Challenge: Say thank you to people who have supported you on a project y...2023-12-1314 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 90: How Prayer Helps When We Are StuckExciting News! Stephanie and her friend, Amy, are launching the Giving Your Best Life Conference on February 7th (I know I accidentally say at the beginning of February 4th...that's wrong!). Register here. In this episode, Stephanie will discuss how the small tasks, when we are pursuing our calling, often get us stuck and how prayer and just 15 minutes can get you moving forward. Other Mentions:Bible Verse of the Day: Colossians 4:2Giving Challenge: None mentioned todayGratitude Challenge: Give thanks in your prayersBook Recommendations:1. Uncommon Prayers2...2023-11-2813 minGiving Your Best LifeQ & A: Writing a Book and the Publishing ProcessStephanie L. Jones is an award-winning and best-selling author of four books. On this episode she answers questions about writing a book and the publishing process. Shop: www.givinggal.com/shopChildren's Books: www.givinggalbooks.comMore Info: www.givingyourbestlife.comConnect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-09-0529 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 84: Lessons on Tackling Fear While Camping in a Storm & Completing Jesse Itzler's Driveway to Hell RaceJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, for this exciting episode where she delves into the adventure of completing Jesse Itzler's Driveway to Hell 1/2 marathon, overcoming challenges, and taking on goals with a foundation in faith. For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-05-1830 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 83: Are You Practicing Contentment in these Two Areas of Life?Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about practicing contentment in life by sharing a few recent personal stories and providing tips for you to practice contentment, set new goals, and get to Giving Your Best Life!For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-05-1114 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 82: Showing Gratitude to TeachersHappy Teacher Appreciation Week! Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about teachers that positively affected her life and how she's shown gratitude to them. She also shares tips and ideas for adults and children to show gratitude to their teachers as well! Shop Stephanie's books at GivingGal.com/shop.For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me...2022-05-0507 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 81: April's Book Club, Reviews, & RecommendationsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about the books she read from March to April in 2022, what she thinks about them from a reader and author's perspective, as well as which ones she recommends! Grab a pen and get ready to write down which ones interest you. Happy Reading! If you have any questions about the books she mentions, please email Stephanie@GivingGal.com.Shop Stephanie's books at GivingGal.com/shop!For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.2022-04-2727 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 80: It's Okay to Open Up and Share a StruggleJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she has an important chat about how it's okay to open up and share a struggle, how it can help you and how you help others do the same.For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-04-2019 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 79: Powerful Questions to Ask YourselfJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how you can ask yourself "Why Me?", how that can support you in your gratitude practice, and more insight to help you get to giving your best life. Books mentioned in this episode: MORE Than My Mountains by Whitney Lane Ward Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer & Gratitude Journal by Stephanie L. JonesFor extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal her...2022-04-1212 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 78: Prayer Q&AJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she answers listener questions about prayer, shares her prayer journey, how you can use prayer to encourage others, and more. Let her know your thoughts and questions by emailing Stephanie@GivingGal.com! Also mentioned in this episode are books you can purchase at GivingGal.com/shop:Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer and Gratitude Journal Giving Gal (Stephanie's Children's Book) For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a...2022-03-2913 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 77: 5 Lessons I Learned from Mommas of those with Special NeedsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares what she recently learned from some incredible Mommas of children with special needs while delivering her Dream Board Workshop. She also gives advice on goals and taking action!To learn about Stephanie's Dream Board Workshop and speaking, visit GivingYourBestLife.com. Also mentioned in this episode:Uniquely Nico. Learn more at UniquelyNico.comEpisode 55: Autism, Grief, and the Greatest Gift here: https://bit.ly/gybl-55For extra resources and information, you can also visit GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: 2022-03-2213 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 76: Consider This My Book Club Meeting - Review of 12 Books to ReadJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about her love of reading as she reviews 12 books that she's recently read! Stephanie also talks about how reading is another that you can get to giving your best life. Take note and let her know about books that you've loved reading too by emailing her at stephanie@givinggal.com! Check out more books that Stephanie reccommends at: amazon.com/shop/givinggalFor extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free...2022-03-1520 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 75: The Power of Saying No, Pausing Busy, & the Gift of RestJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about taking time for yourself to truly relax by saying "no" when you need to, taking a break from social media, and giving yourself the gift of rest. She also shares a story about a recent trip she went on with an old friend where she was able to practice what she preaches!Mentioned in this episode: Thank-You Notes to God: A Prayer and Gratitude Journal on givinggal.com/shopFor extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Co...2022-03-0917 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 74: Ways to Give and Encourage College StudentsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how she recently gave to and encourged a college student that she mentors. She also shares ideas how you get to supporting a student as well! Link to the video mentioned on creating a care package for a college student: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaNlA30gL7i/ For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow...2022-03-0110 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 73: The Power of Sharing Your Gift & Showing Gratitude to Coworkers/Employees with Special Guest Rebecca ShellitoJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, and her special guest Rebecca Shellito as they chat about the power of sharing your gift and showing gratitude to coworkers/employees. They share stories, laughs, and some great advice for giving your best life. For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-02-1532 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 72: Self-Care or Self Sabotage Your GoalsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about how even though rest is very important, sometimes we can walk a fine line between self-care and self sabotage when it comes to working towards our goals. She challenges you to evaluate how you've been spending your time lately and recognizing where you could improve to help you reach your goals. She also shares how this can happen in leadership, work, and how she's been evaluating this in her own life! For extra resources and information, visit GivingYourBestLife.com and GivingGal.com Co...2022-02-0816 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 71: Share Your Giving, Gratitude, and GoalsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about her giving, gratitude, and goals journey through the years and recently. She also tells a story about a friend who has recently shared with her and why you should share yours too! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-02-0118 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 70: Embrace The ChaosJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about embracing the chaos in life, how she's been doing just that and the lessons she's learned along the way. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-01-2517 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 69: Is it okay to quit a goal?Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about new years resolutions, how she's quitting a goal, why she's quitting, and much more! Listen to this episode for all things goals!For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2022-01-0514 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 68: A Giving Tradition & The Power of Priorities for a Better YearJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about one of her favorite giving traditions that you can try too! Plus, she chats about saying "no" and utilizing the power of priorities for a better year. This one is jammed packed with tips and inspiration to help you get to giving your best life!For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-12-3117 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 67: Remembering The Sacrifice, Those Grieving, and The Greatest GiftJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, for this heartfelt Christmas episode as she remembers a friend and police officer, Scott Patrick, who was killed in the line of duty on 12/21/03. She also shares about how to give to those who are grieving during the holidays. To wrap up this special episode, she reads the story of Jesus's birth-- the greatest gift of all. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books h...2021-12-2214 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 66: The Gift of Hospitality and Tips for Being a Grateful GuestJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares advice on how you can give the gift of hospitality by welcoming someone into your home. She also chats about how to be a wonderfully grateful guest to those who give you this gift as well. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-12-1420 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 65: The Power of Noodling for Better Goals in 2022Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about the power of noodling on what goals you would like to accomplish in the coming year. It's time to think big and let your dreams take flight. She chats about brainstorming better goals big and small, mindset, setting yourself up for success, and more. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-12-0709 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 64: How to Create a Magical Moment as an AdultJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about a magical moment she shared with a friend recently and how you can start creating more magical moments in your life as an adult too! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-11-2918 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 63: Six Steps to De-Stressing for The HolidaysJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about the upcoming holiday season, how to avoid the stress of the festivies and instead enjoy them with ease. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-11-1712 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 62: 33 Ways to Show KindnessJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she celebrate National Kindness Week by sharing 33 ways you can show kindness this week and in your everyday life! To read all 33 ideas, visit GivingGal.com/kindness-week. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-11-0807 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 61: The Power of Micro Goals, Setting a Giving Goal, & Letting Go of StuffJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she debriefs her most recent move while sharing the life lessons she's been learning and sharing tips such as utilizing the power of micro goals, setting a giving goal, and letting go of stuff. This episode if full of all things giving, gratitude, and goals. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-11-0322 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 60: 6 Ways to Give in Your BusinessJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about 6 ways to give in your business (or job or life in general)! She shares about her adventures in moving to her new home, lessons she's learned, and tips for practicing compassion in your everyday life. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-10-2517 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 59: Defining FEAR & Moving ForwardJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she talks about fear in relation to pursuing your calling and shares some personal stories where she's dealt with fear. She goes on to chat about how to move forward from that fear and head towards your goals. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-10-1820 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 58: 9 Ways to Give When Getting Organized or MovingJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she packs and cleans out clutter for her big move! Hear how she's going through items and sharing nine ways that you too can give when getting organized or moving. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Links mentioned in this episode: Free The Girls: https://linktr.ee/freethegirlsSoles 4 Souls: https://soles4souls.org/Little Free Library: https://littlefreelibrary.org/Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Gi...2021-10-1118 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 57: One Lesson in Gratitude that Helps When I'm OverwhelmedJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, for a very relatable episode this week as Stephanie shares a lesson she's learned pertaining to how gratitude helps her when she's feeling overwhelmed. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-10-0411 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 56: Doubt is The DevilJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about her recent struggle with doubt, how she deals with it, and what she does to kick doubt to the curb. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-09-2916 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 55: Autism, Grief, and the Greatest GiftJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats with her friend Rebecca Shellito about their friendship, Rebecca's sweet son Nico, Autism, grief, and the greatest gift. Learn more about Rebecca's nonprofit Uniquely Nico at https://uniquelynico.com.For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-09-2034 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 54: Habits to Help You Reach Your GoalsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about a recent interview where she shared about several habits that you can practice to help you reach your goals! Grab a pen and paper for this one! And, check out the full interview article here: http://bit.ly/nishkawrites For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com.Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-09-1318 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 53: The Gift of FeedbackJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about the gift of feedback and the importance of grace, understanding and being supportive in all of your relationships. She shares about a recent experience she had when offering a friend feedback and what she learned from that time as well. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-09-0714 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 52: A Tragedy, Grief, and GivingJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she remembers a good friend and colleague who was killed in the line of duty on this day in 2006. She honors him by sharing how she and others were impacted by his life. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-08-2416 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 51: What To Do When You Feel HelplessJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about what's been heavy on her heart lately with the current situation in Afghanistan and shares ideas for what you can do when you feel helpless. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-08-1710 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 50: Doing These 4 Things Will Change Your DayJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about 4 things you can do to transform your days for the better. Stephanie has been doing these things for 4 years! She shares how this daily practice has changed her life and how it can improve yours as well. Lastly, she shares about her newest project and invites you to enter a fun giveaway! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG...2021-08-0917 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 49: The Gift of a SmileJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about one of her favorite giving challenges, giving the gift of a smile. Almost everyone can take this challenge, even children! She chats about why and how it can be positive for the giver and the recipient. She also tells a story about the impact of a smile she gifted recently. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal o...2021-07-2917 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 48: Join The Summer Giving ChallengeJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about her free upcoming 7 day Summer Giving Challenge that starts on July 25th, 2021 and invites you to join in on the fun! She'll share about Summer Giving Challenges of the past and tell you what giving a gift means to her. Sign up for the Summer Giving Challenge at GivingGal.com/Summer! When you sign up, you'll receive supportive printable resources and fun items to share with others as part of the challenge. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with...2021-07-2109 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 47: The Gift of DisconnectingJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about the gift of disconnecting, how's she's gotten to do that lately, and why it's so special. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-07-1409 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 46: Giving Up GuiltJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about her struggle with feeling guilty when it comes to taking time for rest and how she is giving up guilt. She provides real life examples and tips to help you say goodbye to guilt as well! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-07-0611 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 45: Uncommon GivingJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about uncommon gifts that you can give that cost little to nothing. She even tells a story about one she gave recently! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-06-3008 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 44: A Full Circle Moment from Honduras to a Prayer ShawlJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares a personal story that has come full circle beginning in Honduras and ending with a prayer shawl. This episode is full of life lessons, gratitude, and giving. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-06-2417 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 43: The Bible Giving ChallengeJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about a new giving challenge she's embarking on, why she's doing it, and how you can get involved to take The Bible Giving Challenge. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-06-1711 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 42: The Gift of BooksJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she chats about her love for reading and giving books. Did you know? 2 out of 3 children living in poverty have no books to call their own. This week Stephanie shares about the importance of giving books and how you can easily donate books through Little Free Libraries. To find a Little Free Library near you, visit LittleFreeLibrary.org. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books...2021-06-1013 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 41: 8 Lessons from Remodeling My HomeJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she reminiscences on remodeling her home with her husband and what lessons she learned from that experience that can be applied to going after any goal in life! She also gives some great tips for anyone taking on a big project with their siginicant other and for anyone remodeling a home. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_G...2021-05-2617 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 40: Throw a Giving Party!Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she talks about unique ways you can give and inspire generosity through all kinds of events in your life. She shares a giving challenge for you while telling of a time when she implemented with others! For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-05-1907 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 39: When God Moves, Do You?Join Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she talks about how God has been moving in her life lately and how to make big (sometimes scary!) decisions. She also shares some sound advice from her husband, a giving challenge, and a gratitude challenge that you can implement today. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-05-1320 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 38: The Gift of VulnerabilityJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares about the gift of vulnerability and prayer. She also shares tips for being vulnerable as well as a giving and gratitude challenge in support of medical professionals. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-05-0515 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 37: 5 Ways to Keep Fighting for Your GoalsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she shares 5 Ways to Keep Fighting for Your Goals. She also dives into what she's been up to lately from battling a spider bite infection, to speaking at a women's retreat, and working towards her goals. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-04-2819 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 36: Working Through AnxietyJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, dives into what it's been like for her to work through a recent health crisis and her anxiety. She also shares tips for working through anxiety, challenges, and fears with simple steps. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-04-2121 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 35: 5 Questions for Reflecting on Your GoalsJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, dives into 5 questions to ask yourself when reflecting on your goals over a certain timeframe. She also shares tips for your morning routine, budgeting, gratitude, and more. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-04-1409 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 34: Giving During Tough TimesJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, LIVE from the Hospital as she dives into how we can continue to give to those around us--even during tough times. Hear about the lessons Stephanie has learned on giving, grace, and gratitude as she's recently spent time in the E.R. and hospital. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-04-0811 minGiving Your Best LifeEpisode 33: The Foundation of Giving Your Best LifeJoin Stephanie L. Jones, a.k.a. Giving Gal, as she discusses the foundation of "Giving Your Best Life": her faith! Stephanie leads us into the week of Easter with words on how we can choose Jesus as our foundation. For extra resources and information, visit GivingGal.com!Connect with Stephanie: Get a free resource The 4G Method Journal here. Shop Stephanie's books here. Follow me on IG: @Giving_Gal or FB/GivingGal 2021-03-3016 min