Rachel and Mary Scott sit down with Jordan, Able's Fashion Director, to unravel the idea of slow and ethical fashion. Why does it matter? How can we help? Where do I start? All of these questions, and more, are answered in today's episode. Jordan pushes the idea of "progress over perfection" and how to make your next step in creating an ethical wardrobe. She shares next season's trends, her favorites in the fashion world and a few other fashion secrets with us in this episode. You can use the code BLISS15 for 15% off your first ABLE purchase (limited one use per customer). Click this link with the discount auto-applied to your cart https://www.livefashionable.com/discount/BLISS15. Show notes: http://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/57 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rachel and Heather chat about motherhood and the parts about it people might not have told you about. Regardless if you're a new mother, aspiring mother or a woman who is trying to live in health, this episode is for you. Lots of nuggets were dropped about the need for community, soul vs. spirit and a few things that Heather would have wanted to know before her motherhood journey. If you’re someone that needs a pep in their step or is going through a new season, this episode is for you! Show notes: http://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/56 BTB Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Heather's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mylifewellloved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rachel dives into strategic conversation with Madison Whiteneck, a virtual assistant with lots of tricks up her sleeves. Madison shares her knowledge on the need for excellence, how to implement routines into your every day and why it’s so important. They chat all things “discipline” and unwrap this idea that discipline creates freedom. If you’re a business owner, have an idea for your next entrepreneurial move or just have a dream that needs a little structure, this episode is for you! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/55 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Mary Scott and Rachel join listeners live in Birmingham, Alabama at the first ever BTB Live! They chat all things podcast, how they met, how they got started, encourage those who have a dream pressed on their heart and of course, lots of giggles and never shared funny stories along the way. We have learned so much through this process, but there’s one thing we know for sure — we have the BEST community of listeners ever. People drove to Birmingham from Mississippi to Florida to Tennessee to spend their night with us. For that, we are truly grateful. One of the best takeaways from meeting our people in person was finally placing an audience we’ve never seen with real faces. Faces of women who instantly felt like our best friends. There was nothing like it. show notes: http://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/54 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Mary Scott and Rachel sit down with Jordan Lee Dooley. Jordan is a wife, an entrepreneur, a podcaster a new bestselling author of “Own Your Everyday: Overcome the Pressure to Prove and Show Up For What You Were Made To Do.” Jordan is on a mission to equip and encourage the multi-passionate woman as they navigate what to do with their big dreams and desires. We talk about everything from making time for your passions to identifying your genius zone, and how to filter through all the #GirlBoss messages in our culture today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Mary Scott has a conversation with Phylicia Masonheimer about why women need theology. Phylicia is an author and speaker teaching women how to discern what is true, discuss the deep stuff, and accomplish God's will for their specific lives. This is a crucial topic for women in today's culture, and we hope it encourages you immensely in your walk with the Lord. Show notes: https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/52 BTB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast/ Phylicia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phyliciamasonheimer/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Rachel and Mary Scott sit down with Enneagram coach, Elle Olszewski. Elle walks us through all nine types, what they mean, what message each longs to hear and how you can love that person (and yourself) best by having this information. She busts myths, encourages and challenges us to use this as a tool to grow into our most healthy and whole selves for the Glory of God. Even if you come with a background of knowledge about the Enneagram, or none at all, this episode is for you! Show notes: http://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/51 Elle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleskates/ BTB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Mary Scott and Rachel talk with Bri McKoy! Bri is a military wife, food blogger and the author of the book “Come and Eat: A Celebration of Love and Grace Around the Everyday Table.” Bri is a serious JOY BOMB! We talk about everything from hosting vs. entertaining to deployments and everything in between. If you feel that "in-between" or "bopping around" describes your season of life or one that you're anticipating, this episode is for you! We pray you to leave with practical ideas of how to make places home, invite the Lord into your future and prepare your heart to "go" while also being present. Show notes: www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/50 BTB Instagram: www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Mary Scott sits down with Kaitlin Wernet. Kaitlin just released her new book “The Book If Comforts”. They talk about what life was like after Kaitlin lost her brother, and the journey she went on with the Lord as she suffered this devastating loss. They discuss how to show up for those in your life who may be going through loss or grief, and how what we believe about God impacts how we mourn in our seasons of suffering on earth. Kaitlin is a writer and editor, both full-time and freelance, with a degree in mass communications and journalism, emphasis in public relations and a minor in psychology. She is an ENFJ + Enneagram type 7 + Nashville resident fangirl + South Carolina Gamecock + football fan + cat lady (exceptions made for Goldendoodles) + oxford comma hater + Taylor Swift convert + emoji girl lookalike. You will love Kaitlin! Show notes: www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/49 BTB Instagram: www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy one year of Behind the Bliss! In today’s episode, Mary Scott and Rachel debrief over their first year of podcasting: wins, biggest shockers of podcasting, lessons learned, exciting dreams for year two, and so much more! We cannot thank our incredible community enough for catching our vision and making another year happen! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/48 This episode is sponsored by Hope*Writers. Did you know that If you've ever thought about writing a book, you are already on the writing journey? We've partnered with our friends at hopewriters.com to share a free, thirty-second quiz to see where you are in your writing journey, and to help you move forward in getting your story out of your mind, and into the hearts and minds of others. If you have a message of hope to you long to share, Hope*Writers wants to help you use it to inspire your readers. hopewriters.com/quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices