Just Love Them

Guilt is something we all wrestle with—but did you know not all guilt is the same? Sometimes it can guide us toward healing and growth, and other times it traps us in shame and emotional bondage.In this episode, Shiree shares a personal story she carried for years, and how she learned to recognize the difference between what she calls “Satan’s guilt”—the kind that humiliates, isolates, and keeps us stuck—and “God’s guilt”—the kind that humbles us, leads to repentance, and ultimately brings peace.If you’ve ever wondered why guilt feels so heavy, or how to move from endless shame into real healing, this episode will help you see guilt in a new light and find a path forward.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

This episode is a little different—instead of Shiree interviewing a guest, she shares an interview where she was the one answering the questions. With permission, Shiree airs her recent conversation with Chad Shober, host of The Pneuma Meditation podcast.Chad’s podcast is non-denominational, created to bring people of different faiths together through Christ-like love, respect, and understanding. In this open and heartfelt interview, Shiree shares:Personal stories from her life and the struggles that shaped herHow those challenges have transformed her perspectiveWhat her biggest challenge is right nowInsights on finding peace and connection across differencesIt’s a refreshing, raw, and uplifting conversation about faith, growth, and unity—you won’t want to miss this one.🎥 Watch the video version and listen to Chad’s original episode HERE.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Have you ever felt pressured to say “yes” when everything inside you wanted to say “no”? Maybe you worried about disappointing someone, being judged, or letting someone down. Those moments can feel like walking through a thick fog—confusing, disorienting, and hard to see clearly.In this episode, Shiree shares real-life stories that illustrate how easy it is to get stuck in the trap of FOG: Fear, Obligation, and Guilt. She walks you through three simple but powerful questions that can cut through the haze and bring clarity when you’re torn about what to do.You’ll discover how these three questions can guide you out of FOG and help you navigate even the trickiest relationships—especially with loved ones who may see life differently than you do.No healthy relationship can be built on fear, obligation, and guilt. Tune in and learn how to step out of the fog and into clarity.👉 Want the written version of the 3 questions? Head over to the Just Love Them Facebook page for a quick reference and ongoing support.Connect with Shiree:  ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Jeanna and David Hepburn, who share their remarkable story of healing, redemption, and love.For years, David wrestled with the pull of pornography, the burden of guilt, and 20 years spent away from God. Ultimately, God gave Him a miracle as great as "parting the waters of the Red Sea". In another state, Jeana walked her own path of heartache, learning to trust God in the consequence of others’ choices. Though they were not together during those difficult years, each discovered the peace and restoration found in the atonement of Jesus Christ.In God’s perfect timing, their separate journeys of healing ultimately brought them to each other. Today, their marriage is built on understanding, grace, and faith.Their story is a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late for God’s healing to change us, bring us back to Him, and even create new beginnings. This conversation is filled with honesty, hope, and the assurance that no matter where we’ve been, Christ can make us whole again.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Did you know you have your own personal stained glass window? In this episode, I talk about the beautiful symbolism of light — how we’re each a unique vessel for reflecting Christ’s light in our own way. When we choose to let His light shine through us, we can bring hope, warmth, and clarity to the lives of those we love, even when they make choices that are different from our own. Being a living stained glass window can illuminate the world around us.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Today’s guest is Stephanie Francom—an accomplished author, personal and writing coach, publisher, co-host of the Anchored Podcast, and mother of seven. Some of Stephanie’s children have chosen a different path than the one she raised them in, and she knows firsthand the heartache that can bring.In this conversation, Stephanie shares her story with honesty and hope. She opens up about the struggles, the lessons she’s learned, and how she has found peace by leaning into God’s promises and trusting her children to His care.If you’ve ever faced the pain of watching loved ones walk a different path, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone and that hope is possible.To Pre-order Stephanie's new book, "Pearls From the Prodigal - Become the Kind of Person They'll Want to Come Home To", email your request to francomstephanie@gmail.comConnect with Stephanie at stephaniefrancom.comListen to Shiree's personal story, episode one of this podcast, HERE. Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

When conflict shows up, most of us fall into one of two patterns: we’re either a pursuer, wanting to talk it through until it’s resolved, or a withdrawer, wanting to pull away, process alone, and move on. Both styles are natural, and both have strengths—but what happens when emotions get stuck inside, unresolved?In this episode, I introduce you to a powerful tool I call the Gentle Release Method—a guided visualization that allows you to let go of heavy emotions without needing to relive the pain or talk it out with anyone else. This practice is especially helpful for withdrawers who prefer to resolve conflict internally, but it can be healing for anyone who feels weighed down by lingering emotional pain.You’ll learn:The difference between pursuers and withdrawers in conflict resolutionWhy emotions don’t just “go away” when we push them asideHow unprocessed feelings can resurface and impact your health and relationshipsA step-by-step Gentle Release guided meditation to help you release stored pain and invite in peaceThis isn’t an episode to multitask through—you’ll want to pause, find a quiet spot, and follow along with the guided visualization. By the end, expect to feel lighter, calmer, and more free.✨ Bonus: Not sure if you’re a pursuer or a withdrawer? I’ve created a simple quiz to help you discover your conflict style. Just visit shireebest.com, fill out the contact form with the word quiz in the subject line, and I’ll send it right to your inbox!🔗 Helpful Links:Take the Pursuer vs. Withdrawer Quiz → shireebest.comListen to: When Things Get Heated (conflict styles)Listen to: Just Breathe (Serenity breathing, a calming technique)If you’ve been carrying heavy emotions and are ready to let them go in a gentle, healing way, this episode will be a gift for you. 💛Credit for the beautiful meditation music goes to Narek Mirzaei, Founder of musicofwisdom.com

In this eye-opening episode, Shiree is joined by fellow life coach Emily Cheney to explore one of the most powerful tools for improving relationships: understanding the difference between facts and the stories we tell ourselves.Emily breaks down how our brains interpret experiences, why it matters, and how becoming aware of our internal narratives can lead to deeper connection and less conflict.You'll walk away with practical, insightful tips to shift your mindset and communicate in a way that builds trust, clarity, and love.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.comConnect with Emily:https://www.instagram.com/emilycheneycoaching/https://www.facebook.com/emily.craddock.731https://open.spotify.com/show/3NskVrFtgrKQPgJt11ygkO?si=ghnOpkwlRweoU2pjvpMrPQ

In this follow-up to the episode “Boundaries - Why We Need Them and How to Hold Them” with Julie Hawkes, Shiree takes the conversation one step further by introducing the concept of two-way agreements—an essential next layer in boundary work.You’ll learn how boundaries can be more effective and relationship-building when they are not just declared but mutually agreed upon. Shiree shares the 3 C’s of Holding Agreements—a simple yet powerful framework to help you create and maintain healthy, respectful agreements that support connection rather than conflict.Whether or not others choose to follow through, this episode will help you focus on what you can do to hold your side of the agreement with clarity and integrity—strengthening your boundaries while still nurturing connection in your personal relationships.Listen to "Boundaries - Why We Need Them and How to Hold Them - With Julie Hawkes".Join the⁠⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠⁠Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

This episode is all about boundaries—what a boundary is (and isn’t), why we need them, and how to hold a healthy one.Shiree is joined by return guest and Energy Coach Julie Hawkes, who brings warmth and insight to the conversation. Julie shares helpful examples from the scriptures to illustrate how boundaries can be both loving and essential. Together, they talk through what it looks like to set and maintain boundaries in real life—and why doing so can bring greater peace and connection.Free gift from Julie: 3 Ways to Set Boundaries Without GuiltConnect with Julie Hawkes at juliehawkes.comListen to the "Laws of Peace" podcastConnect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com