Whether you’re sleep deprived with a baby fresh from the hospital or you’re trying to navigate the teenage years, parenting can be difficult and confusing.Every decision feels weighted, as you wonder how it might impact your child.Many parents often wonder if they’re making the right choices and if their kids will want to be around them when they no longer have to be.But what would happen if we filter all of our parenting decisions through the lens of fostering a relationship with our children and our spouses? How would this one shift affect how we make decisions, how we discipline, and how we manage our calendars?And how could this parenting direction change the relationship we have with our kids long-term?In this episode, Jordan talks with author Sandra Stanley about parenting with the goal of relationships in mind.In this candid conversation, you’ll learn:What parenting “with the relationship in mind” looks like and how it can inform every decision you make as a parentThe four stages of parenting and how to transition your parenting style from one season to the nextWhy behavior modification is not a healthy basis for building lasting relationships with your kidsHow to cultivate an environment that will encourage kids to talk to youWhy your marriage is important for your parenting and practical ways to strengthen your marriageWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi orderSandra’s bookSandra’s websiteSandra’s IG: @sandrawstanley

Surrendering and letting go of control is a challenging topic to hear, but it is central to the life of a Christian.While our fear or stress would lead us to try and control our circumstances, and society would have us manifest our way to happiness, the truth is that we can’t control everything.Surrendering to God’s plan, even in the midst of challenging circumstances, can bring much greater peace than our own control ever could.In this episode, Jordan talks with author Tara Sun about how to surrender to God and let Him take control.Tune in to this episode to learn:The difference between surrendering and giving upWhat the Bible says about surrenderEncouragement for those with unmet expectationsHow secular ideas feed into the myth of controlThe importance and value of patience and walking at God’s paceWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Tara’s book: Surrender Your StoryTara’s WebsiteTara’s IG @misstarasunTara’s podcast: Truth Talks with TaraJordan’s book: Embrace Your Almost

Everyone talks about the importance of work-life balance, but is it even achievable?Maybe you’re in a really busy season at work right now and you feel guilty about it, so in an effort to balance your work time and your family time, you try to do more activities with your kids. But at the end of the day, you’ve added even more to your calendar and it doesn’t take long before you feel completely burnt out.So instead of adding more to your plate, what if there was a better way to navigate work and life?And what if there was a way that you could even find some time to do things that you enjoy (that aren’t related to work, productivity, or your family members)?In this episode, Jordan talks with business strategist and author Tina Wells about how you can find work-life harmony.You’ll learn:What work-life harmony looks like and how it’s different than work-life balanceThe importance of creating clutter-free physical, digital, and mental spacesHow inspiration plays a role in finding work-life harmonyWhy being unplugged and allowing yourself to be bored can help you be inspiredHow to create rituals that help you find time for yourselfWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Elevation by Tina at TargetTina’s book: The Elevation ApproachTina’s websiteIG: @tinawellsUse THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order

Have you ever heard “workout more and eat less” or “less calories in and more calories out”?Maybe you’ve been taught to think that fat and red meats are unhealthy, carbs are evil, and skipping meals will help you.But much of this advice can actually work against you and leave you with poor nutrition.So how do you support your body’s nutritional needs in the midst of busy seasons and children running around demanding your attention?In this episode, Jordan talks with functional nutritionist Brooke Rozzie about what you can do to better support your health through nutrition (without beating yourself up to do it).Tune in to learn:Tips for being active and nourishing your body as a busy momSustainable actions you can take to meet your body’s foundational needsThe difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems and what you can do to deal with stressors5 myths that you may be believing about nutritionHow to nourish your body while travelingWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in this episode:IG: @brookerozzieThe Power of a Woman podcast10 Habits You Need to Support Improved Health & Feel Amazing in Your SkinSchedule a Clarity Call with BrookeThe Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook

Navigating pregnancy after loss is hard. Feelings of fear, uncertainty, anxiety, and even grief are often overwhelming.Some days you may feel some hope and the next day you may feel scared out of your mind. It seems that each week brings both relief and more fear.And while there is no perfect 3 step plan that will eliminate the negative emotions, there are some things that can help you walk through the difficult feelings that come up.In this episode, Jordan shares her experience navigating pregnancy after loss and the things that helped her the most.Tune in to this episode to learn:Why feelings of fear, anxiety, and grief are normal when experiencing pregnancy after lossThe role your brain’s trauma center plays in pregnancy lossHow therapy can help navigate your fearThe importance of connecting with others who have had a similar experienceWhy waiting to share the news can be helpfulHow your prayer life may look different when navigating lossWant to dig deeper? Explore the links mentioned in this episode:Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi orderEmbrace Your Almost

Have you ever walked through suffering or something unexpected and felt like even your friends don’t know how to respond or help?And they’re not the only ones. You’re not even sure how to hold onto faith given the very real and perhaps painful circumstances you’re facing.Whether it’s a hefty diagnosis, a loss, a broken relationship, or life just not going how you expected it to, holding onto real faith in the midst of real life can be challenging.In this episode, cancer survivor and author Michele Cushatt walks through 10 practices that will help build up your faith in the midst of life’s challenges.If you’re ready to be inspired, tune in to learn:Ten practices that help walk through sufferingThe purpose of lament and what the practice of lament can look likeThe importance of giving ourselves time to grieve the unexpectedHow to reconcile phrases like “rejoice always” with the practice of lamentThe difference between relinquishment and giving upThe importance of sabbath rest and how to incorporate it into your lifeWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Michele’s websiteMichele’s IG page: @michelecushattMichele’s book: A Faith That Will Not FailJordan’s book: Embrace Your Almost

Have you ever tried getting work done from home only to become distracted by your kids asking for help, the laundry screaming to be folded, or the food that won’t cook itself?Or maybe you're tired of feeling guilty for spending so much time on work and not doing all the activities with your kids that you see other moms doing on Instagram and Pinterest.Balancing work and family can be difficult - especially if you’re a work-from-home mom!In this episode, Jordan chats with productivity coach and podcast host Alyssa Wolff about how to simplify your home and create routines that will help you manage your time so you can have the space you need to be present with your family.Ready to create more space and presence in your life? Tune in to this episode to learn:Myths about what it looks like to be a work-at-home momHow to tackle mom guilt and the “mommy martyr” mentalityTips to balance the mission to serve your family with the need to take care of yourselfHow to deal with distraction and actually get work doneWeekly planning rhythms and daily to help get your week goingWhat an unbusy approach to parenting looks likeWant to dig deeper? Check out these links from the episode:yourunbusylife.comThe Unbusy Mom podcastUse THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order

Have you ever had issues with your period or health and wondered… is this normal?Maybe you’ve wondered if the length of your period is normal or you’ve experienced major PMS symptoms or fatigue and you’re not sure why.Perhaps your doctor has dismissed your issues, or you feel uncomfortable asking certain questions.Wouldn’t it be great if there was just a manual that could walk you through everything related to women’s health? (Guess what? There is now!).In this episode, Jordan talks with naturopathic endocrinologist Dr. Jolene Brighten about her new book, Is This Normal, which walks you through all the questions you’ve been dying to ask about women’s health.If you’re ready to get to the root cause of your period problems and hormonal imbalances, or you’re just wondering what’s considered normal, then tune in to this episode to learn:The top three most commonly asked questions women have about period and hormonal healthWhat a “normal” period looks likeHow to track your cycleSymptoms that indicate hormonal imbalancesWhat endocrine disruptors are, where they are found, and how they affect your healthHow to support your body’s detoxification processWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Dr Brighten’s websiteDr Brighten IG: @drjolenebrightenDr. Brighten’s book: Is This NormalJordan’s Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook

Have you ever noticed how there are countless podcasts, books, and social media accounts dedicated to strengthening your marriage, becoming a better parent, and even dealing with your coworkers, but very few resources on how to foster adult friendships?Even as adults, friendships are not always easy, and they can sometimes be tricky to navigate. But they are essential, life-giving relationships that we should be intentional to nurture.In this episode, Jordan talks with author and podcast host Laura Tremaine about what adult friendships can look like and how to cultivate them.Grab a friend and tune in to learn:The importance of adult friendships and having multiple friendsTen types of friends every woman needsHow to create your own "life council" of friendsCommon friendship pain points and how to navigate themEasy tips for evaluating your friendshipsThree guidelines for making new friendsWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Laura’s Book: Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman NeedsWebsite: lauratremaine.comIG: @laura.tremaineJordan’s Book: Embrace Your Almost

Raise your hand if this sounds familiar… you go to the grocery store to pick up some food and notice that every item seems to have a different term on the label: organic, regenerative, cage-free, pasture-raised, local, grass-fed, grass-finished…There are so many buzzwords out there, but what does it all mean and why does any of it matter?How can you learn what’s important to you when it comes to food sourcing?Answering those questions is today’s guest, Justine Reichman, the founder and CEO of NextGen Purpose, whose goal is to educate consumers on how to understand the food system.In this episode, Jordan and Justine dig into what you need to know about the food system.Grab a snack and tune in to learn:The biggest issues challenging our farming, production, and supply chainsWhat questions consumers should be asking when choosing food sourcesWhat terms like organic and regenerative actually meanHow legislative policies affect the food systemTips for eating more local foodsThe benefits of eating locallyWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in today’s podcast:Rodale Institute for organic and regenerative farmingEssential Ingredients podcastjustinerechman.comThe Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook