The Connected Life

Choosing to get honest with ourselves about the reality of our upbringings can often times feel incredibly difficult. The implication that our families are imperfect means that there is a good probability that healing is necessary. But the invitation is always for an opportunity to experience a life fully lived. In part one of this three part series Justin and Abi sit down with Mariah and her father Steve as they share how Mariah's choice to get honest with herself began the journey of profound healing for the rest of the family. Through tough conversations Steve found himself face to face with his own demons that kept him in years of destructive cycles. Finding grace through a simple yes, Steve not only found love and compassion that started to heal himself and those he loved the most, but he also got equipped for a battle no family should ever be forced to fight. A story of healing, tragedy, and redemption, this series will give you hope for the worst circumstances, and reveal radical, miraculous forgiveness and compassion that only comes from connection to an unrelentingly loving Creator. This is one of the most impactful series The Connected Life has done to date and you WON'T want to miss it! Enrollment for Living Fully Alive 2022 is happening now! Be sure to check out www.justinandabi.com to find out how you can experience a life fully lived for yourself and the ones you care about the most! Class starts March 2nd 2022!

Dreaming for life is so often ineffective that most people find themselves hopeless and disappointed, and for good reason. People's approach to dreaming can be haphazard and lofty. But what if you could deliberately set yourself up for successful dreams that crush disappointment and create long-term affects? In the final episode of 2021, Justin and Abi explore the necessity of reviewing our previous year through the lens of celebration and honesty. Looking back on what worked and what didn't is the first step to breeding hope for the next year, while creating vision for what you want to see changed. They discuss how a foundation of humility is at the epicenter of a balanced approach to dreaming for life. They give practical tips on coming up with doable dreams, while fostering vision for bigger things and leave you with everything you need to launch into the life you want in 2022. If there's only one episode you listen to stepping into 2022, make this the one! Happy New Year! Early Bird Enrollment for Living Fully Alive 2022 is happening now! December 27th- December 31st 2021 head to justinandabi.com to join Living Fully Alive. Use the code earlybird2022 at the check out and save $100 Class starts March 2nd 2022!

For most people, Christmas is laced with nostalgia. Moments of goodness reminding us of the beauty and joy of being a child. For some it can be a bit more difficult, but goodness is waiting to be found in our history and created in our future. In this episode Justin and Abi reflect on childhood memories that make this season warm and special. They talk about fun moments and traditions that make them smile while challenging listeners to make the most out of the season right in front of them. If you want to start the New Year off right, you'll want to listen to this episode and get inspired to remember all the good things that makes this holiday so special!

If we're all honest with ourselves, we've all, at some point or another, felt unloveable. In this state of being, it's easy to feel alone, sad, and even hopeless. Life can seemingly deliver us insurmountable odds that leave us feeling down and out. We can feel misunderstood and unworthy of goodness and opportunities. But what if everything can change? What if a hope filled lifestyle is possible? In this episode Justin and Abi dive into the power of Christmas. They explore why this seasonal tradition is so much more than a holiday and how it's a game changer for all of humanity. Together they shine a light on the wholehearted and humble connection God has made with all of us and how this profound act validates the presence of unconditional love that meets you where you're at in your story. If you're ready for some good and hopeful news in this season, you won't want to miss this conversation!

Christmas, like many holidays comes with a mixture of emotions and experiences. For some it can be a sad and difficult time, while for others it be one of the most exciting times of the year. Regardless of your stance on holidays like this one each of us has the power to make it something filled with joy and connection. In this episode, Justin and Abi talk about the true heart of Christmas and they discuss practical ways to make it a fulfilling holiday for you and others around you. They share their own personal stories of spreading Christmas cheer and invite listeners to participate in a really cool give away to help touch people's lives during the holidays. If you want to know how to make the most out of Christmas this episode will do so much more than fill your stocking! Don't miss a chance to be an integral part of spreading love and goodness, listen now!

Self-Care is often misinterpreted as a shallow, selfish, narcissistic romp rooted in endless spa days, trips with your friends, buying a ton of needless material junk, and gorging yourself on sugary delights until type 2 diabetes kicks into overdrive. But is all of that really self-care? In this episode, Justin and Abi tackle the false sense of self-care that has been perpetuated by a disconnected culture. They explore practical ways to live a balanced life of self-care that reconnects you to yourself, others, and the life right in front of you. If self-care seems selfish, doesn't make sense, or never really leaves you feeling more fulfilled, this practical guide to self-care is for you!

At a young age, through nature and nurture, we find ourselves being wired to relate to the world in ways that aren't always freeing. For many of us, we operate out of the extremes of co-dependance or independence. This can leave us believing things about others that isn't true to their feelings. If we're not put in check, this bleeds into our interactions and understandings of the One who created us. In this episode, Abi and Justin explore how our childhoods, and learned ways of relating to life, skew our view of God while defining our interactions with Him. Together they paint a picture of a loving God that may just redefine everything you've ever known about the One that created you. If you're wanting to experience a life of goodness, truly understanding who created you is vital to that desire, making this episode a must!

The emotional health journey can sometimes feel like being trapped on a hamster wheel while the sounds of children chanting, "Are we there yet?!" echo out in the background. But what if emotional health isn't about a destination, as much as a way of life? In this episode Justin and Abi explore 10 signs that point towards a lifestyle of wholeness. Together they lower the stakes on emotional health and invite listeners to have a more compassionate and understanding approach to their journey of wellness. If you're looking for a comprehensive checklist to prove that you're healthy, this podcast isn't for you. But if you're looking for encouragement in your journey of growth and development, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

(Updated Audio) Social media has woven itself into humanity in a way, that since its inception, an entire generation can now say they have never known a life without it. This medium of human interaction has changed the way we relate to ourselves and the people around us, for better and for worse. In a world that seems to live in a virtually curated space the question of our existence, if we aren't plugged into the system, haunts many of us. In this episode Abi and Justin get the honor of chatting with Stephanie, a Gen Z/Millennial baby raised in a world of tech and social media. Awakened to the prison she'd been born into, Stephanie bravely looked inward for answers to why she felt trapped and what she could possibly be missing in the life that existed right in front of her. This tale of self-discovery epitomizes what it is to connect to your heart and the beauty that comes from learning how to be present. Stephanie's decision to disconnect and completely delete her social media life will be shocking and unbelievable to some, while liberating and hope inducing for others. If you're wanting to truly create a connected life, this inspiring story of disconnecting might be the first step necessary to experience the life you've always dreamed of. You won't want to miss this episode!

Each of us has a story. This story is the collection of our experiences that shape our beliefs and decisions. Knowing and understanding our story is the first step to compassion and healing. Each of our stories is vital to humanizing ourselves and the world around us. In this episode Justin and Abi talk about the impact of connecting to their stories and explore the difficulties we all face when we're disconnected from our own stories. Together they shine a light on the hurdles each of has to face in order to get honest with ourselves, while highlighting the tremendous benefits this kind of life creates for the world at large. If you're determined to become a more caring, loving, and whole person, connecting to your story is a necessity! You won't want to miss this episode.