SHE with Jordan Lee Dooley

Ask yourself the question: are you enjoying motherhood or are you just trying to survive?Of course you love your kids and there are wonderful parts of motherhood.But modern motherhood is too often wrapped up in unrealistic expectations, mental overload, comparison, and guilt. Every parenting book and social media account gives you a list of things you need to do if you want to be a good mom.It’s no wonder mothers are increasingly reporting being burnt out and overwhelmed!It’s time to let go of the myths of what a good mom needs to look like, start embracing your own style of motherhood, and make time for yourself along the way.In this episode, Jordan talks with author Alli Worthington about her new book “Remaining You While Raising Them.” Together they walk through research-based suggestions for every mom to protect her spiritual, emotional, and physical health while raising children.You’ll learn:What a national survey of moms can teach us about “mom guilt”Why modern motherhood is broken and is breaking womenTips for not losing your identity in your mothering roleWhy motherhood is less about what you do and more about who you areSix simple mental health essentials for every momThe importance of discovering your own mothering styleWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out the links mentioned in this episode:Alli’s book: Remaining You While Raising ThemAlli’s websiteAlli’s IG: @alliworthingtonJordan’s book: Embrace Your Almost 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 been unsure of your calling?Maybe you’re in a difficult season that has left you wondering what God is doing and how He could work through your current circumstances.Or maybe you’ve gotten so caught up in your work that you’ve started to care more about the world’s measurements of success than God’s.Perhaps you’ve been trying so hard to replicate other people’s careers or trying to look impressive that you’ve forgotten to let God do what He wants through you.But what would it look like to surrender your doubt and let God lead?In this episode, Jordan chats with speaker, author, and spoken word poet Hosanna Wong about comparison and doubt in your calling.Grab those headphones and tune in to learn:What to do when you face doubt in your callingHow to focus on the consumer of your work more than the competitionWhy it’s more important to communicate effectively than communicate impressivelyWhat career success really looks like by God’s standards4 habits that Jesus exemplified in His daily lifeThe importance of prioritizing restWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out the resources mentioned in this episode:Hosanna’s websiteHosanna’s IG: @hosanna.wongHosanna's spoken word piece: I Have a New NameHosanna’s book: You Are More Than You’ve Been ToldJordan’s book: Embrace Your Almost Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did you know that in the U.S. 1 in 2 children have at least one chronic health condition?Being intentional in the food we give our children, especially in their first few years of life, can play a huge role in supporting their gut health, metabolism, and immune health and preventing chronic illness.But how do we know which foods to feed our littles? And how can we take a more holistic approach to introducing foods to our babies?That’s what this episode explores! Jordan talks with holistic pharmacist and baby-led weaning expert Dr. Alyssa about how to take a holistic approach to feeding our children. This episode will provide countless tips and evidence-based practices to help you support your littles’ overall health.Tune in to learn:What baby-led weaning is and how to know when your baby is ready for solidsWhy our child's nourishment during their first few years of life is so important for their lifelong healthThe problem with our modern food systemTips for choosing real foods that prioritize nutrient densityWhat to do if your baby doesn’t like the foods you offer himHow to prepare things grains, seeds, nuts, and legumes in a way that makes them more digestibleDo’s and dont's for introducing common food allergensWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Dr. Alyssa's WebsiteInstagram: @thrivingfoundationsFree Holistic BLW® Getting Started GuideFree Holistic BLW® WorkshopHolistic Baby-Led Weaning® CourseJordan's Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 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 “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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 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 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 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 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.