SHE with Jordan Lee Dooley

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

Have you ever felt bad about making money as a Christian?Maybe you worry that wanting to make more money is selfish or greedy.Or maybe you want to make more money, but you don’t want to use slimy tactics.With all the corporate greed and materialism out there, it’s no wonder that we sometimes struggle with how to make money in a positive and life-giving way.In today’s episode, Jordan has a conversation with Kathryn Shubert, the co-CEO and master trainer at Guide Culture’s School of Sales.Together, they talk through the art of persuasion and how to feel good about making money as a Christian.Tune in to learn:Why some Christians feel weird about making moneyHow your values affect the way that you make moneyThe difference between persuasion and manipulationHow to provide more value without burning yourself outWhy it’s important to focus on people over processWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources:Guide CultureGuide Culture on IGPersuade for GoodUse THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order

Many of us want to be as healthy as we can to support our bodies to the best of our abilities - and one of the biggest ways we do that is by trying to choose healthier foods.But sometimes even good intentions can lead to poor outcomes.​​When trying to eat healthier, we may start to cut out whole food groups that we think are unhealthy.​And maybe in the pursuit of health, we even start limiting calories or restricting foods further, worrying that food intolerances may be affecting us.​Before we know it, our diet has become severely restricted. And with so much restriction, we may even start to develop a negative relationship with food, feeling stressed about our food choices and not being able to enjoy eating out.The question becomes: at what point does eating healthy do more harm than good? And how do we find the balance between choosing healthy options that nourish our body without being stressed or overly restrictive?In this episode, Jordan talks with clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Lauryn Lax about when eating healthy actually causes harm.Tune in to learn:Why following “healthy” diets or restricting foods in the name of health can lead to poor outcomesWhat orthorexia is and how to recognize itThe importance of having food freedom and balanceWhat it looks like to eat healthy without being too restrictiveHow dieting and overexercise affect our gut microbiome and hormonesTips for how to address unhealthy mindsets around food or your bodyWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Eating Healthy is Killing YouTotal Gut Reset Cookbookdrlauryn.com@drlauryn on InstagramThe Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook

When life doesn’t go how we thought it would, it can be difficult to navigate the tension between the hope and faith we have and the pain we are experiencing. How can we learn to trust God even when the outcomes aren’t what we hoped? And how can we lean into joy when our circumstances are far from happy?In this episode, Jordan speaks with author Nicole Jacobsmeyer about how to walk in joy and faith when life seems to give you more than you can handle. Tune in to this episode to learn:The difference between happiness and joy and what they look like in difficult seasonsHow to hold space for both positive and challenging emotionsThe difference between a theology of glory and a theology of suffering and why it’s important to understand the differenceHow being grounded in God’s Word can help us find joyWhat to do when you experience deep pain and suffering that doesn't match up with what they read in the BibleHow to support or comfort a friend who's facing something really painfulWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:@nicole.jacobsmeyer on Instagramnicolejacobsmeyer.comTake Back Your Joy by Nicole JacobsmeyerEmbrace Your Almost

For a while now, the health and wellness space has pushed a go go go mentality to women, often promoting intense workouts, dieting, and fasting.This, along with society’s idea of hustle culture has led many women into a never-ending hamster wheel of activity.But many of these ideas go against how the female body works - and can lead to poorer health overall.Many women are finding themselves exhausted and stressed. And the question is: how does this affect our thyroid, cycles, and metabolic health? And what can we do to better support and nourish our bodies?In this episode, Jordan talks with functional nutritionist and expert on all things metabolism and women’s health, Jessica Ash, about how to work with their body to support their metabolic and thyroid health.There is so much packed into this episode. Tune in to learn:The connection between the metabolism and the thyroidThe importance of getting enough protein in your dietTypes of stress and how they affect thyroid healthHow proper nourishment affects your cyclesWhat a pro metabolic style of eating looks likeDifferent methods you can use to track how your metabolism is functioningWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:@jessicaashwellness on Instagram@JessicaAshWellness1 on YouTubejessicaashwellness.comFully Nourished courseThe Lifestyle Overhaul Guide is now called the Holistic Home Handbook

Does this sound familiar? 🙋‍♀️ ​​You decided to go on a fun trip, but you’re worried about how to eat healthy while you’re there. Whether you’re planning a week-long vacation or just eating out for the night, finding the balance between having the freedom to enjoy yourself and still nourishing your body to support your hormones can be tricky! In this episode, Jordan shares her top tips and ideas for how to eat healthy on the go (and they may not be what you think!). Tune in to this episode to learn:How to have the right mindset around eating outBest tips for eating healthy on road tripsHealthy and stress-free snack ideasTips for ordering healthy at a restaurantHow to support your blood sugar while travelingWays to stay hydrated and support your mineralsWant to learn more about living a healthy lifestyle? Check out the Holistic Home Handbook (formerly called the Lifestyle Overhaul Guide).