Your Guide to Only Going a Little Crazy
Lifting the Lifters
There are those times in our lives when we have big events and projects that are causing us some stress and some stretching, but then there are also just the day-to-day happenings that can get us off balance as well! We all need a little help and reminders on how to handle the stressors and loads we carry to give us some stability and traction! This episode will do just that! In our Guide to Going Only a Little Crazy, we discuss three ways to keep it all together. Rocking our routines. Controlling the controllables Receiving Joy These three steps will help keep up...
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Space for Growth
Lifting the Lifters
In this episode, I share my word for the year: Space. We discuss why itâs become one of the most important shifts I hope to make for my nervous system, my relationships, and my emotional health. Drawing on Viktor Franklâs quote, âBetween stimulus and response there is a space,â we explore how most of us are living without that pause, and how that lack of space shows up as burnout, anxiety, people-pleasing, emotional reactivity, and chronic overwhelm. Youâll learn: How living in constant hurry rewires your nervous system Why your reactions arenât personality flaws, theyâre...
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What is the Condition of Your Heart?
Lifting the Lifters
In this episode, we explore the condition of our hearts! Is it hard, soft, moldable, or rigid and unflexible? We discuss the condition of our hearts and see how they are connected to our emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual selves. The heart is more than a pump; itâs a regulator and communicator, influencing how the body responds to stress, safety, and recovery. We will discuss how assessing the condition of our hearts can be an amazing indicator of where we can make some adjustments. We will use the terms: Listen to your heart. Look for hearts. And live from your heart to...
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Who's Voice Are You Listening To This Year?
Lifting the Lifters
In this bold and empowering New Year episode, we explore the questions that quietly shapes every goal, decision, and direction in your life: Who are you telling yourself you are? And Who's voice are you listening to? President Nelson reminds us that the way we think about our identity influences almost every decision we will ever make. So before we rush into new plans and resolutions, we are going to take time to anchor into truth, identity, and divine worth. We talk about: ⢠why identity determines direction ⢠who and what youâre listening to and how those inputs shape your confidence...
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The Fourth Inning
Lifting the Lifters
My husband Jarred and I were walking into a funeral one day this fall, and he said, "I feel like this is the fourth inning." "What do you mean?" I asked. He said, "I feel like it's the middle of a baseball game and there's a lot of game left and you just want to know if it's going to be OK. If we are going to win?" I have thought about this often. We are all playing a metaphorical baseball game of life, and we are in the middle of the fourth inning, wondering what the outcome will be. This year, as I reflected on our family life, the ups and downs. The joys and disappointments. The...
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How Giving Changes Everything
Lifting the Lifters
Giving doesnât just change outcomes. It changes who we become. In this episode, we reflect on the quiet power of generosity through real-life stories, the Light the World Giving Machines, and timeless truths from science and scripture. Discover why giving isnât about getting something back, but about becoming aligned with how life works and who we are meant to be.
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Do You Hear What I Hear?
Lifting the Lifters
I love the Christmas Carols! They are beautiful, inspiriing, and full of wisdom! In this episode, we explore the hidden truth behind the Christmas song Do You Hear What I Hear? â the idea that no two people see or hear the world the same way. Why? Because story follows state. Our nervous system shapes what we notice, how we interpret situations, and the story we tell ourselves about others and about life. We will walk through powerful examples, personal insights, and a simple but life-changing question: âI wonder what state theyâre in?â We learn how to shift from judgment to...
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Who Does Your Brain Think You Are?
Lifting the Lifters
In a recent podcast, Charles Duigg stated: âOur brains are constantly looking for clues as to who we actually are. And when we give them the right clues, our brain becomes our partner and changes our behavior the way we want it to change.â Are we giving our brain the right clues?! In today's podcast, we discuss some of the ways that we can give our brains the right clues to change the behaviors we want to change and become who we want to become. We discuss: Affirmations: Who do we say we are? Are our "I Am" statements intentional and creative? Actions: Actions...
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Gratitude Before Gravy: How Gratitude Boosts Willpower
Lifting the Lifters
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Instead of stretchy pants and self-control guilt, let's go for gratitude! In this episode, w break down the surprising science of willpower, why it drains so fast, why we think we have more than we actually do, and how gratitude can literally replenish the brainâs self-control system. Youâll learn: What willpower actually is (and why itâs not just âtrying harderâ) How decision fatigue drains your ability to make good choices Why gratitude calms cravings, reduces impulsivity, and restores mental energy The âGratitude Before...
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The Healing Power of Childhood Joy
Lifting the Lifters
Do you ever feel anxious, uptight, or "hyperaroused" for no clear reason? In this extremely relatable episode, we dive into the surprising therapeutic benefits of intentional nostalgia! We reveal how recreating simple, sensory-rich childhood moments can literally calm your biology. I share how recreating the simple act of crunching fall leaves on a walk to church felt and how that same tool can be used as a way to relieve day-to-day stress and anxiety. We discuss: * đ§ The neuroscience of nostalgia: How positive memories reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) and activate your brain's...
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In this extremely relatable episode, we dive into the surprising therapeutic benefits of intentional nostalgia! We reveal how recreating simple, sensory-rich childhood moments can literally calm your biology.
I share how recreating the simple act of crunching fall leaves on a walk to church felt and how that same tool can be used as a way to relieve day-to-day stress and anxiety.
We discuss:
* đ§ The neuroscience of nostalgia: How positive memories reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) and activate your brain's reward system (dopamine and serotonin).
* đ§ Shifting from "Fight or Flight" to "Rest and Digest" using sensory grounding techniques.
* đ Your Joy Toolkit: How to find and use your own personal 'crunch'; whether it's an old song, a specific scent, or a favorite childhood game as an instant regulator.
If youâre seeking a simple, accessible way to soothe your anxiety and reconnect with your authentic self, this episode is your guide.