SHE with Jordan Lee Dooley

We often hear about women who are crushing it in the workplace and breaking glass ceilings, following their ambitions and  gaining an impressive status or position. And we think that must be what success looks like.And while following your ambitions can be a great thing, there's a lot more to being a successful woman than just status or position.In fact, Proverbs 31 has a lot to say about what a successful woman looks like. So in this episode of the SHE podcast, Jordan dives into Proverbs 31 and talks about 5 forgotten traits of a successful women.Tune in to this episode to learn:What a successful women really look like5 traits of a successful woman that we often forgetWhy you don’t have to (and shouldn't) do everything by yourselfThe importance of mission over position Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Raise your hand if this sounds like you... 🙋‍♀️You hop onto Instagram to see what some of your friends are up to and pretty soon you find yourself scrolling through countless feeds and stories. You see all these other people - including family and friends - but you suddenly feel alone, instead of connected.Maybe you even notice you begin comparing yourself to the lives you see on the screen, and you feel like you're not where you're supposed to be, or where you wanted to be, in life by now.What started as a search for connection, ended in loneliness and competition.In this episode, Jordan talks with author and entrepreneur Natalie Franke about how to cultivate community over competition in the age of social media.Grab your headphones and tune in to learn:Why we feel more alone now than ever, despite living in the most connected society in historyHow social media often creates a culture of competition instead of connectionThe true impact of authentic communityTangible ways to use social media as a tool for connection instead of comparisonWhat to do when your in a group of people who feed on comparison and jealousyTo hear more from Natalie, visit her website at nataliefranke.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Safe Families is a program that helps families in crisis by having volunteers host vulnerable children and support the parents so they can get back on their feet.As a host family, Jordan and her husband Matt have been providing short-term respite care for vulnerable kids and the experience has been transformative - healing in some ways, definitely hard at times, but rewarding and so worth it.In this episode, Jordan shares with you what Safe Families does, how she heard about them, and what their experience has been like as a host family. Plus, she’s answering all the questions she’s received from listeners!If you’re interested in learning more about Safe Families and what it looks like to be a host family for children in need, or if you’re just curious about how this experience has impacted Jordan and her family, make sure you tune in to this episode. You’ll learn:What led them to get involved with Safe FamiliesHow Safe Families differs from foster careTheir personal experience hosting childrenThe who, what, where, when, how, and why of volunteering with Safe FamiliesAnd let us know in the comments: are you familiar with this program? Is this the type of program you would volunteer for? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever thought something negative about yourself or your situation? Maybe you’ve learned from experience that it doesn’t take long before that single toxic thought can lead to a downward spiral of negative emotions, depression, or anxiety. Maybe you’ve experienced a past trauma that has stuck with you, you have a negative relationship with food, or you’re fighting against toxic perfectionism. Whatever your experience or struggle, your mind plays a powerful role. So in this episode, Jordan talks with neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf to learn how to manage our minds and rewire our brain to heal from toxic thoughts, emotional distress, and trauma. Make sure you take a couple deep breaths, grab those headphones, and tune in to get ready to have your mind blown. You’ll learn: The difference between the brain and the mind How the mind affects the body and your health Why meditation isn’t enough to rewire your brain (and what is) The 5 steps of the NeuroCycle and how to use them to rewire your brain and heal from toxic thoughts, emotional distress, and trauma How mind management can affect your genes To learn more from Dr. Leaf, check out her website at www.drleaf.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever started doing laundry or washing dishes and then realized that you spent most of the day cleaning instead of actually living? 🙋 ♀️ Maybe you wake up each morning already feeling exhausted because you’re constantly trying to get things done, take care of the kids, and keep up with your busy schedule. Or maybe you’re a mama who feels like a hot mess because you’re spending so much time trying to maintain your life that you don’t get to really enjoy it. If any of those strike a chord with you, then this episode of SHE will be both the hug and the kick in the pants you need! Jordan chats with author Allie Casazza about how minimalism and simplicity can transform relationships, motherhood, and our ability to lean into joy. This episode is full of practical tips that will help you live a more peaceful, simple, and abundant life! Tune in to learn: What minimalism really looks like How intentional simplicity can positively impact relationships, motherhood and mental health Easy ways to start practicing minimalism How to handle consuming tasks like laundry and dishes to spend more time on what matters The importance of decluttering your digital life You can get more great content from Allie by visiting her website, www.alliecasazza.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Raise your hand if this sounds familiar…🙋 ♀️ In college, friendships seemed to come pretty easy. You hung out in each other’s dorm rooms, went to classes together, shared meals, and pretty much got to live life with each other. But now, as you get older, it feels like friendships and community are becoming more difficult. You’re busy working or running after the kids, people are moving to different places, and you find you and your friends are often in different seasons. So what’s a girl to do? To answer that question, Jordan talks with author Alyssa Bethke about how to build community and friendships as an adult. Pull up a chair, get your comfy clothes on, and tune in to this episode to learn: How to build friendships as an adult Tips to start conversations as an introvert How to pursue friendships in the midst of busy seasons and motherhood The benefit of having friends of different ages How social media and comparison affect friendships To learn more from Alyssa Bethke, visit her at www.jeffandalyssa.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a world of unrealistic beauty standards, where so many of us experience things like loss, acne, brokenness, or illness, it’s easy to fall into the habit of bullying yourself. You see the women around you who don’t have issues like yours or who are experiencing the opposite of your own personal struggle and you not only begin to compare yourself to them, but you also start to critique your body and question if it’s even good. In today’s episode, Jordan chats about why it’s time to quit bullying yourself and six things to remember about your identity. So hit that pay buttons and tune in to this episode to learn: How unrealistic beauty standards have shaped our self-view The truth about your appearance and identity The importance of being surrounded by real community Why stewarding your body can only take you so far How to pursue a life of purpose instead of perfection Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Women right now have more opportunities and more access to information, encouragement, and self-help tools than ever before… and yet, we’re still exhausted and feel like we don’t measure up. Maybe the reason we’re so exhausted is that we’re striving, fueled by the wrong thing, trying to gain something that we don’t trust God for. In this episode, Jordan talks with author, speaker, and artist Ruth Chou Simons about how to replace the gospel of self-improvement with the gospel of grace, If you’re ready to let go of trying so dang hard and trying to measure up, then this episode will help you find the grace and freedom you need. So make sure you grab a pen and paper (you’re gonna take notes!), and tune in to learn: The difference between striving and being a good steward What the gospel of self-improvement teaches us vs. what the Bible actually says How to recognize when setting goals become the measure of your self-worth The importance of letting go of striving and trusting God with your dreams The role personal growth plays in our faith To learn more from Ruth, visit her at ruthchousimons.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever felt guilty, or uncomfortable, about a decision you made because someone made a comment once, maybe even in your childhood, that made you feel like it was bad? Maybe you said “no” to someone who asked you to help out with something, and you felt selfish. Or maybe you didn’t respond back to someone immediately and you found yourself apologizing to them for not being available. Or perhaps someone made you believe that your high standards were unrealistic and now you wonder if you should drop your standards. In this episode of the SHE podcast, Jordan delves into 7 things you should never feel guilty about. So make sure you tune in to the episode and press that play button! You’ll learn: 7 things to never feel guilty for The importance of resting just for the sake of resting Ways to respond when you don’t know the answer to something How to stay to true to your values even when it’s unpopular The difference between high standards and unrealistic expectations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever heard someone say that women tend to make emotional decisions? Or maybe you’ve been told that women have to act like men in order to be an effective leader. These are just a couple of the myths we’re often told about how a woman’s brain works. While it’s true that women’s brains work differently than men, there are still a lot of misconceptions about what that really looks like. So in this episode, Jordan chats with award-winning psychologist, professor, author, and TEDx speaker Dr. Tracy Alloway to uncover the unique strengths of a woman’s brain and how to make them work for you. Tune in to this knowledge-packed episode and learn: How women adopting masculine traits is hurting not helping The unique strengths of a woman’s brain How to make a more rational decision when you’re feeling stressed Myths we believe about women’s brains and the truth behind them How changing one word can make a difference in your thoughts To learn more from Dr. Alloway, visit her at www.tracyalloway.com or on Instagram @drtracyalloway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.