Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey

There are several books that have shaped who I am and how I do things. You know those influences that once they speak into your situation you never turn back and things start to look differently? Today's guests is one of those influences for me and I am so excited to introduce you to her if you don't already know her well. Kendra Adachi is the Lazy Genius. No really! Her book, The Lazy Genius Way and podcast, The Lazy Geniuis Podcast will truly change how you view situations, tasks at hand and the clutter of life. Today we're talking about life, how it can be clunky but how we can start today by simplifying it a bit through her 13 principles. It's all about creating systems that matter to you to help you take a bit of the load off. And I'm telling you, it's simply genius, or lazy genius should I say? Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/162 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Kendra on Instagram: instagram.com/thelazygenius Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our girl, Rebekah Lyons, is back! If you know Rebekah then you know she's all about rhythms in your life, taking inventory of what's working and what's not and today she's sharing with us when and how to say yes to God in the legit surrendered way not the obligated, mopey "yes" that we often think or hear of. What if it was a joy to say yes to God. It might be for you, and that is amazing sis! But, many times, when we sit in quiet and ask what the Lord has for us, we can be frightened by his answer, confused by his answer or not hear his answer at all. If you feel like this, then this episode was made with you in mind. "A Surrendered Yes: 52 devotions to let go and live free" is Rebekah's news devotional and it is an amazing, practical way to walk through what we're talking about today. Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/161 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a people pleaser?? Have a hard time saying "no"? Today's guest, Karen Ehman, helps us break the pattern of people pleasing. This has been a huge topic among my friends and I. How do we say "no" in a kind way? Is it possible? Karen helps answer these questions! It's not all about saying "no" - it's about discerning what's for you and what's not. SUCH A GOOD TOPIC for all of us! If you feel overstretched, need some help identifying what's for you and what's not, and how to communicate that you won't be stepping in for someone when you're used to being constantly available, listen up! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/160 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giving you a little peek into my morning routine today!! Coffee, opening up the blinds, getting some good sunlight in, making my bed, lots of things that I do every morning that make me feel more like me! But, there's reasons behind why I do what I do and how it sets my heart and mind up for my days and what's to come - sharing all of this in today's episode! Want to call in?? We'd love for you to leave a story for us on our voicemail hotline and have it in our show! Call us and tell us a story (good, bad, funny, life-giving, anything! at 205 - 719 - 6726! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/159 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is for my girls that are eyeing that idea - you know what I’m talking about! We’re talking side hustles, hobbies, small businesses and systems in today’s episode. Is it actually that hard to get started? What’s something we should make sure to look into and be aware of when starting? Are there shortcuts you should know about along the way? We have small business guru, Geomyra Pollard, to help answer all of these questions. Geomyra is a coach for creative entrepreneurs and might just be exactly who you need to help you get started, stay on track or get some clarity to something you already have going. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/158 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Geomyra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is with a guest that knows about devastation and disaster and has chosen the most beautiful perspective even still. Ashley LeMieux's inspiring story of choosing to shine in the midst of grief and heartache is full of hope, letting go of shame and choosing to believe the best about God. If you're dealing with shame in your grief, doubting God in difficulty and what to do when your world gets rocked - listen to this! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/157 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode speaks to the hearts of those who are walking through a life that looks different than their expectations. Maybe you're not in the place in life you had hoped to be - we get it! Bachelor/Bachelorette Alum, Desiree Hartsock Siegfried, shares about her journey to finding love on the show, how God exceeded her expectations and how she handled disappointment in the midst of it all, and the off-camera journey of the lessons Desiree learned We talk how to always fail forward, stay true to yourself, and trusting that despite the external pressures, God loves us just as we are. Tune in! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/156 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Busy? Trying to balance it all and feeling like things are still slipping through your fingertips? This episode is for you 💕 Ellie Holcomb, musician, author, all of the things, is joining Rachel in today's episode to chat about her life, how she manages all of the different areas and projects and still feels full. It's not easy, it takes work and intention but Ellie shares practicals in today's conversation that can help bring the "fullness" back to your life, even when things are messy and cray! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/155 Ellie on Instagram: instagram.com/ellieholcomb/ Rachel on Instagram: instagram.com/rachel.awtrey Behind the Bliss on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Infertility is a sensitive subject that's really difficult to chat about lightly - but today's guest mixes this heavy topic with fun and wisdom in the best way! Megan Smalley knows the world of infertility well. After climbing her own mountain of infertility, she has created a sisterhood for women that need that same love and encouragement through the thick of it. Rachel and Megan talk about it all: what women walking through infertility want to hear, don't want to hear, and need to hear. Whether you're the girl that needs this message in your season of infertility or you're a friend of a gal that you desire to champion through it, pull up a chair to this table and listen. Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/154 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's admit this together: We all want to be satisfied with life. It's a goal to feel joy with what's around us, hope for our circumstances (the good and bad), and contentment with right where we are but it's a lot easier said than done. Whether you're upset with a current situation, waiting for the next best thing, lonely and craving friendship today's guest and my new friend Alyssa Bethke is here to encourage you in this! Alyssa and I are talking about how to move out of these lonely places, leaning into the small places of joy and hope in your every day to turn your perspective around for good and find satisfaction right where you are. News flash! You don't have to do anything, have anything or be anything different to fill this emptiness, it's a renewing of our minds where satisfaction finds its place in our lives. Alyssa has poured her heart and soul into a beautiful book that just came out all about this idea of Satisfaction! In "Satisfied", Alyssa shares a compelling collection of relatable essays that will help you embrace and cultivate beauty in your life. Along with healthy recipes and cozy home images, Satisfied will provide you with the knowledge that you are not alone in your fight to be fulfilled. Alyssa shows you the ways in which you are enough--not only for those around you but for yourself. Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/153 Alyssa on Instagram: instagram.com/alyssajoybethke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices