

House of Joy- Christian Life Coaching
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Welcome to House of JOY, the Go-to podcast for personal growth tips for christian women over 40 (& their daughters), who want to live with a positive mindset, thriving relationships, & healthier habits. Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same old cycles & routines with your relationships, your habits, & your negative thought patterns? Do you just want to feel better? Do you desperately desire to finish each day with that deep sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you find yourself disappointed in how you spent your time? I’m so excited you’re here! Learn how to let go of what’s keeping you stuck and create a life you’re obsessed with. It’s way easier than you think to create a resilience mindset, nourishing habits, & thriving relationships, so that you can unleash your amazing gifts on the world. Let us help you live as your true self & create your best days, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Hello, dear one! I am Dr. Edie Wadsworth, your favorite Christian life coach! I help women who want to build mental and emotional resilience and rewrite their stories so they can live with more joy, freedom, and purpose! I am a speaker, physician, life coach, best-selling author, and creator of LIFE MENTORING SCHOOL where I help thousands of women rewrite their stories and live with more passion and intention. This show features solo episodes with myself (Dr. Edie) on how to make true change in your life and heart to heart conversations with my daughter Emme as we dare to make JOY and connection our goal.. We chat about all the ways we’re growing (and sometimes struggling) in life, health, home, relationships, habits, style, and so much more. You'll also find inspiring interviews with some of our favorite people who are doing the same.
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 1min
290. What No One Tells You About Parenting Grown Kids: 3 Powerful Shifts for More Grace, Love & Connection
Hi, sweet friends! This week’s episode is something extra special. We're giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a powerful teaching from inside Life Mentoring School—one of the most requested and deeply felt topics we cover: parenting our adult children.
Whether you're navigating this season right now or still raising littles and preparing your heart, this teaching is full of grace, encouragement, and the kind of mindset shifts that can truly change your relationships from the inside out.
In this episode, I share:
The three most transformative shifts that can bring more love, respect, and connection to your relationship with your grown kids
Why releasing control and expectations is one of the most loving things you can do
How to stop showing up from fear and start parenting from a place of abundance and trust
Real-life stories (including a few from my own sweet family!) that remind us how healing and connection are always possible
If this episode speaks to your heart, I’d love to invite you into Life Mentoring School, where we dig into teachings just like this every single month and grow together in the most life-giving ways.
ediewadsworthcoaching.com/join
Thanks for being here at the House of Joy—we’re so grateful for you.
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May 27, 2025 • 29min
289. Midlife Summer Reset: 3 Simple Shifts to Help You Feel More Alive
If you’ve ever found yourself longing for that magical feeling of summer you had as a kid — the joy, the ease, the sunshine-soaked memories — this episode is your invitation to bring it all back, on purpose.
Dr. Edie is fresh off of 10 days of Grammy Camp, shrimp boils, porch sits, and lake days (wetsuits included!) — and she’s sharing how she reset her home, her schedule, and her heart to make the most of this season.
Whether you’re in the thick of midlife, juggling work and family, or just craving a shift from burnout to beauty, you’ll love her 3-part framework for a soulful summer reset.
You’ll learn how to:
💛 Lead yourself well by creating your own magic (no more waiting!)
✨ Reignite your desire with a joy-filled summer list (yes, please to painting and tortillas)
🌸 Live your legacy now, one beautiful moment at a time
Grab your favorite iced drink, sit on the porch, and press play. This one will inspire you to savor summer like never before.
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May 22, 2025 • 43min
288. Feeling Anxious or Overwhelmed? 4 Tools That Actually Help in the Moment!
If you’ve ever felt frozen by your to-do list or overwhelmed by everything life is throwing your way—this one’s for you. In this practical, hope-filled episode, Dr. Edie and Emme share four simple tools you can use right now to move through anxiety, ground yourself, and show up with peace and presence. Whether you're in a season of transition, planning something big, or just trying to make it to the end of the week—this conversation is your gentle reminder that anxiety doesn't have to have the final word.
You’ll walk away with:
The #1 tool we reach for when anxious thoughts spiral
How to ground yourself when you feel stuck in your head
A better way to talk to yourself (and why it matters)
Why action—no matter how small—is a powerful antidote to overwhelm
Plus, Edie shares her favorite journal prompts and we laugh about air squats, porch sits, and the most unexpectedly crunchy salad ever.
📝 Grab a pen—this is one you’ll want to come back to.
Episode Resources:
Our Full Episode on Anxiety If you loved this conversation and want a deeper dive, don’t miss our previous episode on anxiety. 👉 Episode 176- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-joy-christian-life-coaching/id1472947590?i=1000646364747
Wild Notes Natural Perfume The natural scent we can’t stop raving about—it’s seriously that good. 👉 https://wyldnotes.com/?ref=EdieWadsworth
Young Living Fruit & Veggie Soak Edie’s crunchy salad secret weapon! 👉 https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/myaccount/wishlist?listId=682e17e79807db000a7d665b&enrollerId=10441552&sponsorId=10441552&userName=Emaleigh
Levi’s Ribcage Jeans The jeans Edie can’t stop wearing—flattering, comfy, and timeless. 👉 https://a.co/d/2iN2yRJ
Red Light Therapy Face Mask A favorite self-care ritual we both love (and share 😉). 👉 https://us.currentbody.com/products/currentbody-skin-led-light-therapy-mask?variant=41833057091681&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=US%20%7C%20PMAX%20%7C%20Brand%20%7C%20CurrentBody&utm_id=21011207661&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21011226150&gbraid=0AAAAADE1bj2EF1FwglQoG9_esVChL2YeF&gclid=CjwKCAjw87XBBhBIEiwAxP3_A1A7vnIOSEpkYCkkXiQT9QtF4JTl5Z73UiC4iyl7Lk4syfy5ljE4kBoC1QoQAvD_BwE
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May 20, 2025 • 24min
287. Grammy Camp: 10 Things I Learned About Presence, Play, and Legacy
This week on House of Joy, we’re trading hustle for handprints and checklists for connection.
Dr. Edie shares her heart and hilarity from hosting Grammy Camp—three magical days of tiny dinosaurs, porch naps, Paw Patrol yogurt, and paint-splattered everything. But more than the activities, this episode is a love letter to presence over perfection and a reminder that legacy isn’t what we leave—it’s how we live.
Whether you’re a mom, Grammy, mentor, or simply someone longing to bring more joy and intention to your everyday life, this one’s for you.
Tune in to hear:
Why “Grammy Camp” changed everything
How little ones can teach us to slow down and really see
The sacred gift of emotional regulation and showing up on purpose
And why peanut butter-stained dresses are sometimes the best ones 🧡
✨ Legacy is written in the ordinary moments. Let’s start living it now.
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May 15, 2025 • 50min
286. The Power of Routine — How Daily Rhythms Shape Your Joy, Purpose & Productivity
If your calendar feels like pure chaos, you’re not alone—but what if the key to more peace, purpose, and energy isn’t doing more, but creating a rhythm that supports you?
In this episode, Dr. Edie and Emme unpack the underestimated magic of routine—how crafting simple, sustainable rhythms can unlock your creativity, anchor your nervous system, and help you actually enjoy your life. Whether you're a spontaneous soul who resists structure or a busy mama juggling 10 things at once, this conversation will reframe the way you think about your daily schedule.
You’ll learn:
How a well-crafted routine becomes a sacred anchor for your day
Why spontaneity thrives inside of structure
How Dr. Edie plans her weeks with themed days (plus a peek at her schedule!)
The power of morning rituals—even if you’re not a “morning person”
How writing things down builds trust, momentum, and joy
This is your reminder: you’re the one designing your life. Let’s make it meaningful, one rhythm at a time.
✨ Mentioned in This Episode:
🗓 Design Your Life: 90 Days at a Time Planner- 📹 3-Minute Wolf Bang Haircut Video (yes, it works!)- https://youtu.be/h1bs_EP6fYQ?si=U25RaixTaDmhcPQ5 👗 Red Viral Walmart Dress https://rstyle.me/+jfJN4PJJYfhXZluZZ4Nkcw 👟 Slip-on tennis shoes from Anthropologie- https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/back-70-easter-mule-sneakers?color=224&inventoryCountry=US&countryCode=US&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_source=Google&utm_campaign=US+-+Shopping+-+PMAX+-+Apparel+-+Shoes+-+Sneakers&utm_content=&utm_term=&creative=&device=c&matchtype=&network=x&utm_kxconfid=vx6rd81ts&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22127469090&gbraid=0AAAAADnwqi61hNE94TGJXJRIIX4lSjBPj&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y8dKXTMsBRj1WWKZ8f81G20iTXzCe14t9uXNhPcsBpobKLQ7j5gi5BoCbZ0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&type=STANDARD&quantity=1 🥤 Morning protein coffee- https://ballerinafarm.com/products/farmer-protein?variant=41961783132241&country=US¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&srsltid=AfmBOoo5ttrMx_eByjP5EFvGj6ccn2LBoxTtSnY3Z4A5Uo5-8sArxLym3QE&selling_plan=690731581810 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 2025 • 20min
285. The Legacy You’re Living — Not Just the One You Leave Behind
Legacy isn’t just something you leave behind—it’s something you live every day. In this tender and joyful episode, Dr. Edie invites you into the heart of Grammy Camp prep (yes, it’s as sweet as it sounds!) and shares why presence, emotional availability, and joy are the most powerful things we can pass down to our families.
Whether you’re in the trenches of parenting, savoring grandparenting, or somewhere in between, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that legacy starts now.
We talk about:
Why your energy matters more than your eulogy
The emotional wealth you’re building in your relationships
Creating memories that last longer than anything money could buy
Practical ways to be more present and intentional with the people you love
Let’s redefine legacy—one sandbox, pizza night, and porch sit at a time.
Cozy Earth — Use code HOJ for 40% off https://tinyurl.com/HOJCozyEarth
Past episodes on emotional resilience & mindset:
Episode 257: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-joy-christian-life-coaching/id1472947590?i=1000688812700
Episode 282: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-joy-christian-life-coaching/id1472947590?i=1000705659093
Episode 284: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-joy-christian-life-coaching/id1472947590?i=1000706766962
Follow Edie on Instagram for behind-the-scenes from Grammy Camp!
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May 8, 2025 • 47min
284. The 3 Most Common Struggles I See As a Life Coach (And How to Overcome Them)
Ever wonder what really happens inside a life coaching session? In this candid, wisdom-packed episode, Emme and Dr. Edie go behind the scenes to share the three most common struggles women bring to coaching—and how to begin healing and moving forward through each one.
From learning how to regulate your emotions, to quieting that inner critic, to reconnecting with your purpose (no matter your age or season), this conversation is both practical and soul-stirring. Whether you’re feeling stuck, lost, or just ready for more, this episode will remind you: you're not alone—and there are tools and truths that can truly change your life.
In this episode, we explore:
The emotional root of feeling “stuck” and what to do about it
How to recognize (and rewrite) the harsh inner voice we’ve unknowingly internalized
Why your purpose might be hiding in plain sight—and how to bring it to life
Why your thoughts matter more than you think—and how to shift them
The difference between “cheap dopamine” and deeply fulfilling motivation
We also share some of our favorite style finds, personal routines, and a few laughs about denim jackets and Walmart fashion. Because, of course we do.
🛍️ Links + Resources Mentioned:
Ballerina Farm Protein Powder – https://ballerinafarm.com/products/farmer-protein?srsltid=AfmBOooYXDkVJLRux49lagsHh30fuXAxj0ZSdvjHWmvu-7GyUiiQtPWk&selling_plan=690731581810&variant=41961783132241
Walmart Fashion Finds & Kohl’s Lightweight Denim Jacket – https://liketk.it/5d8HG
Master Coach Certification – Get on the waitlist: ediewadsworthcoaching.com/mastercoach
Book Mentioned: Splankna by Sarah Thiessen – https://a.co/d/2Wc9lFU
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May 6, 2025 • 27min
283. What You're Avoiding Might Be the Very Thing That Will Set You Free
In true poetic fashion, this episode is all about resistance—and I faced it at every turn trying to record it. But that’s the message: the very thing you're avoiding may be the doorway to your purpose, power, and next big breakthrough.
✨ In this episode, we’ll dive into:
Why you feel resistance to the things you most long to do
How fear and procrastination mask your deepest calling
The turning point that helped me finally launch my Master Coach Training
Why desire—not discipline—is the secret to overcoming resistance
The truth about birthing something holy into the world
A powerful reminder from The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
I’ll also share behind-the-scenes details about my own creative journey—how I wrestled with doubts, what finally pulled me into action, and how this new program is transforming lives.
Whether you’ve been stalling on writing your book, launching your dream business, or having that hard conversation—it’s time. This episode will nudge you forward and light a fire under what’s been quietly waiting in you.
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🎓 P.S. Master Coach Training Enrollment is Now Open! If you’re already certified (whether through my program or another), and you’re ready to deepen your skills and create something powerful in the world, join me for a live webinar this Friday. 👉 Learn more and register: https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/mastercoach
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May 1, 2025 • 52min
282. The Secret of Leading and Loving Well
Explore the transformative power of personal healing in leadership. Discover how emotional presence can reshape relationships, particularly with children. Learn why a woman's emotional range can limit her leadership potential and how embracing vulnerability is key for growth. Transition from high achievement to grounded wisdom as you lead from a place of healing. This conversation emphasizes self-leadership and the legacy it creates, encouraging a shift towards more compassionate, authentic leadership.

Apr 29, 2025 • 26min
281. Learning to Live Fully Alive & Saying Yes to Every Beautiful Moment
What if the whole point of healing wasn’t just “getting better” — but learning how to fully live, love, dance, cry, and truly say yes to your one beautiful, messy life?
After one of the most joyful, heart-filled weekends at our son’s wedding, I’m sitting down — still a little tearful and sore from all the dancing! — to talk about what it really means to live fully alive. In this episode, I'm sharing straight from the heart: why this healing work matters, how it changes the way we show up for the people we love, and a simple tool I use daily to come back to my truest self.
We'll dive into:
How the "true self vs. false self" practice can transform your days
Why learning emotional resilience now prepares you for the best (and hardest) moments
The real gift of staying awake and present to your actual, beautiful life — even when it's bittersweet
Whether you're dancing barefoot at a wedding or holding your heart through a hard goodbye, this episode is a reminder: you were made for a life lived fully, with your whole soul saying yes.
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