Best Beth Kendall Podcasts (2024)

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Making Family Budgeting FUN (+ Easy!) - with the Russell Family 56:43

1d ago56:43

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Does budgeting feel like a dirty word to you? Or, maybe just…boring? Uncomfy? Generally UN-fun? The Russells are here to help! Sarah (from Team THRIVE!) is hopping *behind* the mic today with her husband, Ryan, to share the practical tips they use in their everyday life to make budgeting easier than ever before…and yes, actually FUN. They went from…

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"Neurons That Fire Together, Wire Together." | Ep 32 16:15

7d ago16:15

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Ever wonder WHY you get that annoying jolt of wakefulness the second your head hits the pillow? Or why your brain constantly monitor for sleep? Do you feel an automatic sense of dread in the morning without knowing why? If so, this episode is for you. Most people view insomnia as a SLEEP problem; an unrelenting beast wreaking havoc on life. But I s…

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Gospel-centered Goal-setting & Doing the Thing You were Made to Do - with Rebecca George 56:56

8d ago56:56

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This one’s for the go-getter girls. Are you one of them? You’re a high achieving, big dreaming, goal setting, coffee drinking gal who’s maybe also Type A, maybe an Enneagram 3, maybe an oldest sibling…maybe a recovering perfectionist and/or retired “girlboss.” Rebecca George is our guest today, here to remind YOU of your God-given gifts…and how to …

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Gospel-centered Dating & What you Actually DESERVE in Relationships - with Ainsley Britain 53:21

15d ago53:21

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Podcaster, speaker, author and Enneagram coach Ainsley Britain is here to break down the “boo-boo dudes” - the always-unideal, sometimes-toxic, never-Mr.Rights who leave you feeling more confused, isolated, and ultimately less loved than you deserve. So…what DO you deserve? And how can you go about dating - especially in this century - in a godly, …

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The Pressure Paradigm | Ep 31 10:50

26d ago10:50

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Feeling crushed by the pressure to sleep? Have a rough night and then immediately stress about the next one? Find yourself thinking you’ve failed at something as simple as sleep? This episode tackles three of the biggest pressure traps that cause insomnia and how to break free of them. Here’s what you’ll discover: Outcome Attachment: The surprising…

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Scents & Memories: Here's How (+ Why) your Brain Connects the Two! - with Beth Geddio (P.S. WE MADE A CANDLE!!!) 43:12

22d ago43:12

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Ever smell something that instantly brings you back to a specific memory, person, or point in time? Maybe the smell of fresh cut grass, or sugar cookies in the oven, or your mom’s perfume? I know what candle was burning in our little townhouse basement back in 2020, and every time I smell Polo cologne it feels like my dad is here for the holidays. …

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It's almost here...!!!! 15:19

28d ago15:19

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Today on THRIVE, E is behind the mic to share some quick stories behind each piece, so that you can hear a bit more about the heart and intention that went into months of making this collection happen. Everything is a nod to an "era" behind-the-scenes here, but was designed to be fun, comfy, and cute for you whether you're a podcast listener, blog …

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The #1 Tool for Insomnia Recovery | Ep 30 14:13

1M ago14:13

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Today’s episode focuses on the most powerful tool we have at our disposal when it comes to insomnia. And no, it has nothing to do with sleep hygiene, sleep rituals, or subjecting yourself to a rigid sleep restriction protocol. But it has EVERYTHING to do with getting to the root of insomnia. Tune in to learn: How we can intentionally shape our brai…

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You were Uniquely Made for This - with Becca Wierwille 41:04

2M ago41:04

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For years, Becca Wierwille felt different than everyone else. Namely because she was born with only half of one arm. But instead of letting her limb difference define her, she’s learned to lean in, acknowledge how it impacts her life, and then use it as a way to celebrate others’ differences and God’s intentional design for each of us. Today, Becca…

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5 Hidden Downsides to Sleep Tracking During Insomnia | Ep 29 16:57

2M ago16:57

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Is sleep tracking truly helpful ? Should I even be using one? Could I be sabotaging my sleep in a quest to improve it? Contrary to popular belief, the answers to these questions might just surprise you. In this episode of the Mind. Body. Sleep.™ podcast, I share 5 significant reasons why you can ditch your sleep tracker and still improve your sleep…

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Homeschooling + Homesteading - with Shelbey Kendall 48:26

2M ago48:26

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Ever wonder what it would be like to just…do it all yourself? Nix the drama of the public school systems and call the shots for your kids from the comfort of your own home? Cut the crap with the food industry and cultivate a healthier, more holistic livelihood with your own farm fresh eggs or dairy milk on your own little homestead? Maybe the thoug…

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The One with our Unpopular Opinions... - with Team THRIVE 49:27

2M ago49:27

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This one might be...unpopular. But we're here for it, and we hope you will be, too! Erica, Sarah, and Taylor from Team THRIVE are behind the mic together to share their *unpopular* opinions, from Gilmore Girls to grammar, Beyonce to body positivity, barrel leg jeans to boxers-as-shorts (and every trend in between) - it's loaded with our hot takes a…

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Gemma’s Hope Story: “I feel so far removed from sleep now…” | Ep 28 31:29

2M ago31:29

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You will LOVE this interview with Gemma. Not only does she have the most engaging accent ever, but she also shares her raw and unfiltered journey through insomnia. Many of you will resonate with her story and find solace knowing you're not alone. Gemma went from being a lifelong lover of sleep to fearing she was going to lose her mind. She dives in…

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Create a Life you Actually LOVE - with Stephanie May Wilson 54:27

2M ago54:27

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"You get to decide." Really, you do! And whether that thought feels instantly empowering or overwhelming, Stephanie May Wilson is here to help. As an author, speaker, TEDxTalker, and popular podcaster with over 8 million downloads, Stephanie is no stranger to the "Everything Era" - the decade-ish where most of our wildly huge, defining, important m…

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A Closer Look at the Insomnia-Menopause Connection | Ep 27 11:39

3M ago11:39

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Feeling lost in the maze of hormone information and how it relates to insomnia? Struggling to figure out what’s insomnia and what’s disrupted sleep? Not sure where one ends and the other begins? This one is tailored for my ladies, but anyone could benefit from a little clarity on the difference between sleep disruption and full-blown insomnia. Join…

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30 Things You Should Know About Me... 17:21

3M ago17:21

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She's thirty, flirty, and...THRIVING! Happy birthday to our leading lady behind the mic, Erica! To kickoff a new year, a new chapter, a new DECADE, we're keeping it fun and funky with 30 fun facts. There's some spicy takes and sweet stories inside, so grab a coffee (or champagne) and cheers with us to thirty. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE CATCHING UP W…

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Hyperarousal and the Expectation Effect | Ep 26 12:16

3M ago12:16

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This week I’m talking all about hyperarousal and the Expectation Effect. Do you ever find yourself thinking things like: “I understand all of this logically, so why am I still not sleeping?” “I didn’t go to bed until I was sleepy, but then I still didn’t sleep. Why is that?” “I normally sleep well on the weekends, but this week I didn’t. What’s goi…

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How Austyn Left Insomnia and Got His Life Back | Ep 25 51:43

4M ago51:43

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Working with Austyn to get beyond insomnia was such a pleasure and now he’s sharing his story to help others. In this heartfelt interview we dive into: The role of OCD in insomnia How the brain latches on to an intrusive thought The connection between health anxiety and sleep anxiety The loneliness of insomnia Austyn gives us an honest portrayal of…

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The Pursuit of Meaning - with Dr. Lauren Gilbert 54:08

4M ago54:08

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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of...meaning? Believe it or not, people who pursue happiness are scientifically LESS happy (and more stressed and less healthy) than people who pursue something else entirely: meaning. But what does pursuing "meaning" actually MEAN? Dr. Lauren Gilbert breaks down the science today on THRIVE. We also talk about living …

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Is Trust the Antidote to Insomnia? | Ep 24 16:52

4M ago16:52

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This one is all about TRUST, my friends. Because when it comes to insomnia, trust seems to be the missing ingredient. I mean... Could you even HAVE insomnia if you trusted your own ability to sleep? I don’t think so. Let’s talk about the intersection between faith and fear, and how these two orientations occupy two sides of the same coin. In this e…

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Why You Jerk Awake Right After Falling Asleep | Ep 23 12:06

5M ago12:06

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Do you JOLT awake right on the cusp of sleep and feel a sense of panic? Does your brain decide to wake you up right after you fall asleep? Do you feel like you’re unconsciously monitoring everything about your sleep even while you’re falling asleep? This episode is all about hypnic jerks — what they are, why they happen, and what you can do about i…

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Yes, Jesus Cares about your Mental Health - with Laura Smith 48:19

5M ago48:19

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We’re back with best-selling author, speaker, Bible teacher, and my friend Laura Smith, and we’re chatting all about her newest book: Holy Care for the Whole Self. It’s full of truth and encouragement connecting our mental AND spiritual health journeys, and it’s going to leave you feeling refreshed and breathing easier in your own earthly walk. But…

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Catching up with the Gwynns - Life Lately with TWO KIDS 47:23

5M ago47:23

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A dog, two cats, and two kids, OH MY! Erica's husband Jamie is behind the mic with her today for a special Valentine's Day edition of THRIVE - and nothing is off limits. Let's catch up on life lately, from off-the-cuff thoughts on adding another kid to the crew, to hottest (and spiciest) takes on saving money at Disney World, what we're watching, a…

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Cracking the Code: Pattern Seeking During Insomnia | Ep 22 11:44

5M ago11:44

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This episode is a shout-out to all my fellow analytical, detail-oriented, problem-solving, Type A, perfectionistic code-crackers. I know you're out there! If you find yourself meticulously scrutinizing every detail of your life looking for clues as to why you have insomnia, this one's for you. We deep dive into a common behavior I call ‘pattern-see…

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Thriving in Your Mom Era - with Rachael Elmore 57:28

5M ago57:28

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The one where we break down PPD and PPA. If you’re a mama, this one’s for you. Licensed therapist, author and speaker Rachael Elmore pulls back the curtain on real mom life in such a beautiful, vulnerable way that’ll have you thinking “AH, so I’m not crazy…and I’m not alone.” In this episode, we talk all about mental health in motherhood, and we al…

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How to Live by Design, Not Default - with Julie Ciardi 54:29

5M ago54:29

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Today’s episode is for all the girlies who have ever felt trapped in a life lived on “default.” It’s an awesome conversation with my fabulous friend Julie, who on the outside, very much looks like she “does it all.” She’s got a 7-figure business, a top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, over 20 years of marketing and sales experience, had a brick and mo…

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Sleep Meds and Inner Conflict | Ep 21 14:13

6M ago14:13

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Sleep meds were the absolute BANE of my existence. I loathed taking them but also really needed them, which entangled me in a web of constant worry about the impact they were going to have on my life. But here's the twist... That changed pretty quickly once I understood what insomnia was and why it was happening. In today’s episode, I share the ups…

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Feeling Stuck? The Good News is... - with Hope Reagan Harris 46:50

6M ago46:50

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If you’re in a season where you just feel STUCK - we’ve got good news for you today. Your purpose doesn’t pause! Even when it feels like nothing is happening, God is working - and your story isn’t done. Author Hope Reagan Harris is on THRIVE today sharing her own story of finding and living her purpose through multiple career and family moves, even…

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Godly Time Management Tips to feel more “Balanced” - with Christy Wright 49:53

6M ago49:53

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If life feels like one big circus act where you’re always the main juggling act - today’s episode will breathe new life into your soul. #1 national bestselling author, speaker, and business coach Christy Wright is here to completely shake up how you view BALANCE, and it will change your life in the best sense. In today’s episode, we’re talking godl…

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Rethinking Progress During Recovery | Ep 20 19:54

6M ago19:54

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Hello, my friends! This one is all about measuring PROGRESS. When you’re going through insomnia, of course you want sleep more than life itself — that's totally understandable. But let’s be mindful of how we measure progress because one leads to stress, and the other safety. In this episode, I challenge the conventional measure of progress and intr…

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How to THRIVE in 2024 (+ beyond) 22:57

6M ago22:57

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Welcome to Season FIVE of Thrive! We're back + better than ever with hot tips and practical ways to step it up from surviving to thriving, this year and beyond. We're keeping it attainable AND sustainable with ten intentional ways that Erica is THRIVING in 2024. Feel free to steal any for your own thriving this year! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE SMARTP…

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Sleep Optimization vs. Insomnia | Ep 19 19:35

6M ago19:35

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Finding real help for insomnia can feel daunting. Mainly because there are TWO different conversations going on in the sleep world: 1. Sleep optimization: This conversation focuses on improving sleep for people who don't have insomnia, typically through lifestyle changes and sleep hygiene practices. 2. Insomnia: This conversation addresses the unde…

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Insomnia and the Perceived Danger Connection | Ep 18 16:35

7M ago16:35

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In this episode, I not only spill the beans on my newfound passion for Peloton, but I go deeper into why our brains won’t let us sleep. Join me to learn: Why insomnia is based in survival How insomnia becomes a fear The role of hyperarousal The difference between real and perceived danger The significance of mindfulness during recovery Why fixing s…

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Lauren's Shift: Insomnia to Trusting Life Again | Ep 17 35:43

7M ago35:43

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Welcome to this insightful interview with the lovely Lauren Meikle joining us all the way from South Africa. Lauren opens up about her unexpected journey through insomnia. It all started when she started teaching K-Pop dance classes… In this powerful conversation, Lauren reveals: How her relationship to sleep started to change Why she had to step b…

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Using Indifference to Overcome Sleep Anxiety | Ep 16 12:52

8M ago12:52

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In today’s episode we explore the powerful concept of INDIFFERENCE. Fostering an attitude of indifference is a transformative way to acknowledge your brains messages without being overly fazed them. You’re not taking whatever it’s telling you as the unequivocal TRUTH of the situation. Insomnia is a conditioned pattern of fear. But we can nurture ou…

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Intuitive Eating & Smashing the Scale for Good - with Alana Van Der Sluys 34:37

8M ago34:37

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If you’ve ever found yourself swearing off sweets forever or trying diet after diet, frustrated that it’s just not working…you’re not alone. And there IS a better, healthier way to live - that DOES involve eating the dang cupcake. [TW: Eating Disorder Recovery] Alana Van Der Sluys is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and the founder of Freedom…

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Paradoxical Insomnia – Why You Feel Like You’re Not Sleeping | Ep 15 14:01

8M ago14:01

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Do you ever wake up and wonder if you even slept at all? Do you feel like your body is sleeping but your brain is awake? Do you feel like you’re in some kind of weird limbo state; half-asleep and half-awake? If so, this episode is tailored specifically for you! One of the most bizarre aspects of my own insomnia experience was the seeming inability …

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From Night Call to Sound Sleep: Richard’s 40-Year Odyssey | Ep 14 29:11

8M ago29:11

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In this compelling episode, I sit down with Richard Wills MD, resident sleep coach for the Mind. Body. Sleep. mentorship program. Throughout this thoughtful interview, he candidly shares the remarkable 40-year journey that has been his struggle with insomnia. Tune in for a captivating story of how insomnia starts... and how it ends. Here’s a sneak …

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What each Enneagram Type needs most in Friendship - with Sarajane Case 37:52

8M ago37:52

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There may be no greater feeling in friendship than someone just seeing you for exactly who you are and loving you in that place as that person. They honor your highs, lift your lows, and somehow seem to know *just* the right thing to do or say in the moment - and that’s why they’re your best friend, right? But today on THRIVE, we’re kicking even th…

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Going Beyond the Insomnia Identity | Ep 13 17:25

9M ago17:25

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Do you ever feel like insomnia is slowly starting to take over your life? Are you wondering if you're ever going to be who you were before insomnia? Is your life getting smaller and smaller but you’re not really sure what to do about it? This episode is for you. The insomnia identity can sneak up you… First, you give up things that you really enjoy…

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What’s your Personal Style? - with Keri Blair 51:46

9M ago51:46

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What 3-5 words best describe YOU? What do you wear when you don’t know what to wear? How do you create a closet that brings you joy AND makes you feel fabulous, and when’s the right time to purge those pants that you SWEAR will fit again “someday”...? Creator and CEO of The Style Studio by Keri Blair, Keri is on THRIVE to get real and go there toda…

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It’s Not About the Bed | Ep 12 10:00

9M ago10:00

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Is the association you have with your bed making it difficult to sleep? Possibly. But I think there’s a bit more to the story. This episode explores the role of the bed in insomnia and presents a new perspective on how the brain perceives this association. Tune in to learn: Why the bed theory didn’t make sense to me The true driver behind sleepless…

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How to Take a Career Break - with Katrina McGhee 45:45

9M ago45:45

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If you’ve ever caught yourself daydreaming about a break from your job to go travel the world and dream bigger dreams…Katrina McGhee is here to help you make it happen. As a Career Break and Sabbatical Expert, Katrina has successfully helped nearly 100 people take time off to put time into what’s lighting their heart on fire, seeing them return to …

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Navigating Through Fear During Insomnia | Ep 11 16:47

9M ago16:47

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Have you struggled with feelings of fear or anxiety during insomnia? This can look like: Panic at night lying in bed Fear around bedtime Low grade feelings of dread or doom Anxiety that comes out of the nowhere Anticipatory anxiety about late nights or trips How to go about processing these emotions isn’t always clear. In this episode, I share a 3-…

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So your kids ”just won’t listen”... - With Joy Marilie 57:08

9M ago57:08

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“It’s always a battle in our house.” “It’s all fun and games until I have to yell.” “No matter what I say or do, my kids just won’t listen!!!” Sound familiar? Conscious parenting coach and conscious discipline expert Joy Marilie Jackson is an absolute BANK of knowledge on THRIVE today, for any fellow moms (or dads!) in the house who want a better, …

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Reclaiming Sleep as a New Mom: Talia Cooper's Journey | Ep 10 24:25

9M ago24:25

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Hey there new moms, this one is for you! This insightful conversation is with Talia Cooper, an intuitive eating coach who’s been in the trenches of postpartum sleep disruption. And in her case, insomnia kicked in when her daughter actually started sleeping BETTER! Here’s a sneak peek of some of the wisdom she’s dropping: The a-ha moment she had aft…

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What Really IS my “God-Given” Purpose? - with Kaitlyn Cey 42:50

9M ago42:50

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Ever find yourself wondering…so, what IS my purpose? Why did God create ME, and what’s His plan for me? If so, you’re not alone. Author, teacher, coach, speaker, and non-profit founder Kaitlyn Cey is on THRIVE today sharing how she figured out her own God-given purpose, along with practical tips for discovering your own. We also tackle the topic of…

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Insomnia and the Unconscious Mind | Ep 9 17:52

10M ago17:52

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This episode is ALL about the unconscious mind. Sleep at its very core is SIMPLE. There is nothing you need to do or be. But could we be missing an opportunity to understand insomnia from greater perspective? Could insomnia itself be a conditioned fear that lives beneath our conscious awareness? I certainly think so! In this episode, I share 3 reas…

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Should I Wait Until I’m Sleepy to Go to Bed? | Ep 8 12:16

10M ago12:16

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The “sleepy rule” is a popular one. But does it always apply? In this episode I unpack the pros and cons behind waiting until you’re sleepy to go to bed. If you find yourself thinking: “Am I sleepy yet?” “Is this a good time to go to bed?” “Is this sleepy or just fatigue?” “What if I’m not sleepy enough?” This podcast is for you! I talk about: Chas…

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The Lighter Side of Insomnia w/ Michelle Weil | Ep 7 33:25

10M ago33:25

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Have you done some crazy things to sleep? Spent tons of money trying everything? Feel like you’re the ONLY one who has gone to such lengths? Well, you’re NOT alone! Join close friend and fellow sleep coach, Michelle Weil, and I as we share some of the wildest things we’ve ever done for sleep and why we can laugh about them now. In this episode, we …

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