Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media, looking at all the people you “know”, but still feeling isolated?Maybe you have the occasional girls’ night or lunch out with a friend, but you still feel lonely and you’re craving something deeper.In a world that’s more connected than ever before, we’re still seeing more loneliness, anxiety, and depression than ever before.But what is at the root of this and what can we do to address it?In this episode, Jordan chats with bestselling author and national speaker Jennie Allen about how to create deep community in a world that’s experiencing an epidemic of loneliness.Grab a friend and tune in to this episode to learn:What science shows us about loneliness and the power of communityThe lessons that history has taught us about communityWhat the Bible has to say about building relationshipsHow conflict can strengthen your friendshipsThe five ingredients you need to have the type of friends you’ve always wantedTo learn more from Jennie Allen, go to jennieallen.comAnd to join Jordan’s launch team, an amazing private community of women who get to participate in lots of fun bonuses and giveaways, go to jordanleedooley.com/launch. You have until Friday, March 18th, to join!

Have you ever found yourself in a waiting season or dealing with unmet expectations? Maybe life hasn't played out how you thought it would, and you're waiting for that dream of yours to finally happen. Whether you're waiting for a spouse, a job, or trying to build a family, dealing with unmet expectations or unrealized dreams can leave you feeling hopeless or uncertain of the future.In this episode, Jordan is dishing out a heap of encouragement as she talks about how to keep your waiting season from being a wasted season, and how to live the life you long for even when it doesn’t go according to plan.Grab your headphones and tune in to learn:How to shift your mindset when you're experiencing  the uncertainty of a waiting seasonWays to keep your waiting season from being a wasted seasonWhat the Bible says about hope in difficult seasonsThe difference between contentment and complacencyIf you're ready to find clarity and contentment in the in-betweens, not-quites, and unknowns, then you can pre-order Jordan's new book, Embrace Your Almost. You'll get a digital copy that you can start reading right away - plus free access to the  While You Wait workshop. Just follow the steps at www.jordanleedooley.com/eya-preorder. P.S. Want to help Jordan launch Embrace Your Almost into the world? Come join her Launch Team, an amazing private community of women, and participate in lots of fun bonuses and giveaways! You can join here.

Have you ever found yourself living for the weekends, trying to trudge through your days and just get by?Maybe you’re going through a really painful season that has you numbing your emotions. Or maybe you keep saying you’re fine, but if you’re being honest, your life feels tiresome and unexciting.You want to live a full and intentional life, but you have no idea where to start.In this episode, Jordan speaks with entrepreneur, podcast host, and author Mallory Ervin to talk about how to live fully without holding back and find true joy even through dark seasons.Get ready for some much-needed advice (and a little kick in the pants) from this Kentucky girl!You’ll learn:How to stop saying we’re fine and start being honest about where we’re atWhat can hold us back from living fullyHow to get out of a “just getting by” mentalityWays to hold onto ordinary joy even in the midst of difficult seasonsWhat it looks like to live without holding backTo learn more from Mallory, go to www.malloryervin.com.P.S. Did you know you can start reading Jordan's new book, Embrace Your Almost, TODAY? Follow the steps listed here to get reading!

Sadly, too many of us have experienced dealing with broken people, which means that at some point, we've likely been hurt by someone in our life. But what happens when we're hurt by another Christian or even a church?How do we move forward after we've had a negative experience with the church? And how can we get back to an authentic faith life when we're spiritually burnt out?In this episode, Jordan has an authentic conversation with Amanda Smith, business coach, podcast host, and CEO of a global community of engaged women called Dallas Girl Gang. They talk candidly about how to navigate church hurt and maintain your faith even through negative experiences. Go ahead, grab those headphones, and tune in to learn:The benefits of having a community of believers and non-believersHow to handle difficult emotions about God and the churchWhat to do when broken people or difficult circumstances make you question God's characterHow to stay strong in your faith even when you've had a bad experience with the churchWhat to do when you're feeling spiritually burnt outHow to find a new church or communityTo hear more from Amanda Smith, head over to www.dallasgirlgang.com. 

Do you feel exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get? Are you living on espressos or stress hormones to get you through the day?Maybe you feel like your mood is off or you're experiencing some major brain fog.If you’re feeling tired and fried, your adrenals may be working overtime, something that can lead to adrenal fatigue. But if you’ve ever heard of adrenal fatigue, you may know that there are a lot of different opinions about it.So what’s the truth? And how can you’d stop living in a chronically stressed state?In this episode, Jordan breaks down the different perspectives on adrenal fatigue and offers some easy ways to support your thyroid and adrenal health.Find a comfy spot and tune in to learn:Jordan’s experience with adrenal fatigueThe different schools of thought on adrenal fatigueSigns and symptoms you may experienceThe main causes of overtaxed adrenalsWhat testing to pursueEasy ways you can support your thyroid and adrenalsFor more information, check out these resources:How to Heal Your Metabolism by Kate DeeringAdrenal Mocktail RecipeDUTCH Test 

Have you ever felt burnt out or unfulfilled in your work? Maybe the work you thought you would love isn't actually your passion. Or maybe you feel like you need to do something different with your life, but you're confused about what that should be and you're afraid to make the change.As today's guest said: "Feeling stuck in your career is a choice." But you CAN get unstuck.In this episode, Jordan speaks with author and radio host Ken Coleman, AKA "America's Career Coach",  to talk about how to find a job that you're truly passionate about. If you're wondering what to do next, or you're feeling burnt out in your current job, this episode has the practical steps you're looking for! Tune in to this episode to learn:Why being stuck in your career is a choiceThe three keys you need to identify your dream jobHow to differentiate between passion and interestsWhat to do when you're feeling guilty or afraid to leave your jobHow to identify what's causing your burnout (and what to do about it)To hear more from Ken, you can visit www.ramseysolutions.com/ken-coleman or listen to his first appearance on the SHE podcast,  episode #110. And if you’re a recent grad lacking direction, a stay-at-home mom who wants to use her gifts but feels a little lost, or even a seasoned professional who’s feeling burnt out in your job, the Own It Mentorship program is just what you need to uncover your God-given calling. Enrollment is open from February 7th to 14th. Find out more here.

If you're going through a season of uncertainty, unmet dreams, or feeling unfulfilled in your life, you've probably wondered... what do I do now?How do we grow and live in the midst of uncertainty? What do we do with all of the dreams that feel broken or unmet? How can we pursue our callings with clarity and from a place of rest?In this week's episode, Jordan dives into these questions with artist and poet, Morgan Harper Nichols.Whether you feel like your dreams for your life have been dismantled, you're confused about what your purpose is, or you're feeling overwhelmed by the uncertainty in your life, this episode has words of encouragement and hope for you.Grab those headphones and tune in to this episode to learn:What it looks like to find peace even in uncertainty5 words to keep in your vocabulary when you're facing the unknownWhat to do with unmet dreams and expectationsWhy interruptions can sometimes be what we needHow to thrive as a multipassionate person without being overwhelmedTo hear more from Morgan Harper Nichols, visit www.morganharpernichols.com.P.S. If you're unsure of your direction and what's next for you, my program, The Mentorship, was designed to give you the community and clarity you need to figure out what's right for you in this season so you can find what fulfills you. Find out more at www.learn.theownitacademy.com/mentorship.

Let's be honest, there's something a little magical about a warm beverage in the morning - and coffee is the drink of choice for many people. But there's also a lot of research about the negative effects caffeine can have on the body and your hormonal health.While caffeine shouldn't be demonized, if you've become dependent on it and your caffeine-free-self is basically the equivalent of Oscar the Grouch, that could be a red flag that it's affecting you too much and your body doesn't have the natural energy that you need to get through the day.In this episode, Jordan talks about what different health experts have to say about caffeine. Plus, she shares how she cut back on caffeine and learned to fuel her body to support natural energy levels.If you feel like you've become too dependent on your daily intake of caffeine, you want more natural energy, or you just want to explore some other alternatives for a hot drink, make sure you tune in to this episode to learn:Why Jordan cut out caffeine and what different experts have to say about enjoying a cup of joeThe benefits of lowering your caffeine intakeAn easy process you can follow to gradually limit the amount of caffeine you drinkThe best hot and cold coffee alternativesHere are some links mentioned in this episode to help you get started:Alisa Vitti's Thoughts on CaffeineA Nutritionist's Thoughts on CaffeineQuiz: How Many Calories Do You Need?Modere Revitalize: Mineral Drink Adrenal Cocktail RecipeBone Broth Hot Cocoa RecipePukka LatteMUD\WTR Coffee Alternative 

Have you ever felt unsure of what to say or how to respond to a friend who is going through a difficult time? You want to support her, but you're worried you'll say the wrong thing and make it worse or you're at a loss for what you can do to be helpful for her in this season.Or maybe you've been the one to go through something really hard, whether it was a loss, health diagnosis, financial struggle, relationship breakup, or something else. And when you tried to talk with your friends or family about it, the way they responded was frustrating or even hurtful, which made you feel invalidated and lonely.Even when we genuinely care about someone in our life and we have the best intentions, we can find it hard to know what to say or how to best support them in their struggle. And yet, supporting each other through the hard times is an important life skill - and an essential part of any good friendship.In this episode, Jordan shares her tips on how you can best support a hurting friend. Tune in to learn:What to say (and what not to say) when a friend is going through a hard seasonAction steps you can take now to support your friendHow to know what your friend needs from you (because we all react to situations differently)Tips on how to tell your hurting friend your happy news

In a society where polarizing arguments have become increasingly more common, along with heated political division and clashes on social media, it sure can feel overwhelming to try and have a respectful conversation about today’s issues.And that’s not the only struggle.Add to the mix that different news sources often report from vastly different perspectives and biases, it can feel like a huge struggle to even get the facts about an issue in the first place.So, how can we overcome our own biases, work to hear both sides of the issue, investigate the real facts beneath political division, and have respectful conversations with the aim to understand rather than to win an argument?In this episode, Jordan sets out to answer those questions with guest Sharon McMahon, the woman often referred to as "America's Government Teacher."If you have ever felt intimidated by the growing prevalence of polarizing views, misinformation, and political division, then make sure you tune in to this episode to learn:What biases are and how to spot them in ourselves and in the mediaWays to determine which sources are reputableThe role experts play (and don't play) in the distribution of informationThe importance of our role in holding the media accountableHow to have conversations with people you disagree with, in person and on social mediaTo learn more from Sharon McMahon, visit her website at www.sharonmcmahon.com.Want to sign up for my new "While You Wait Workshop" before registration closes on January 17th? Make sure you check out all the details at www.jordanleedooley.com/while-you-wait to turn your waiting season into a time of purpose, fulfillment, and preparation.