305 - Winter Rhythms
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Winter can feel long and slow and February especially can feel like an eternity sometimes. Today I am sharing the daily and weekly rhythms that are working for me right now and how I’m making the most of this season before transitioning into spring. Resources from this episode: (Use code: NANCYRAY for a discount!) Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate...
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304 - My 2026 Reading List + The Nancy Ray Book Club is Back!
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Alright, the is back! It’s time for one of my favorite episodes of the year : my reading list. If you love books, you are going to love today’s episode. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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303 - Unfrumping Myself
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Today we’re talking about something I mentioned last week: unfrumping myself. If you’ve ever felt like you are living in workout clothes and you never actually workout or maybe you generally feel like you look homeless all the time, this episode is for you. Resources from this episode: (Use code: NANCYRAY for 15% off) Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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302 - My Goals for 2026
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Happy February, friend! Today I am pulling back the curtain and sharing my goals for 2026. There are only eight of them. Some are practical, some are personal, and all of them are shaping how I’m approaching this year. So let’s dive in. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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301 - State of the Podcast 2026
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Hello friend and welcome back to Work and Play with Nancy Ray! I’m Nancy, your host, and today we are doing something that I love doing every January, which is the State of the Podcast episode. This is where I get to look back at last year, celebrate some fun moments, and also share what I’m dreaming up for 2026. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you...
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300 - Episode 300!
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Well friend, I’ve made it all the way to episode 300 and today’s episode is a Q&A with my listeners. I’m so excited! Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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299 - 3 Prayers for Christmas
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Merry Christmas! Can you believe we are here?! This episode is a little different. I am going to be sharing three really beautiful prayers that you can listen to as you’d like this week. One prayer is for the start of the Christmas season. Another is for the preparation of a meal and another is for wrapping gifts. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them! ...
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298 - My Favorite Books from 2025
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Today I’m sharing all about my favorite books from 2025. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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297 - 4 Reasons You Should Consider Doing the Contentment Challenge
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You may have heard of my where I give up shopping for anything extra in my life for three months straight. Today’s episode, I want to challenge and encourage you with four reasons you might consider doing the Contentment Challenge in 2026. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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296 - My 12 Week Year Planning Process
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Are you feeling like you need some encouragement as you are looking ahead to 2026? Do you love planning your year or maybe not so much? Do you need a good look at the rhythms in your life that serve you, bring you closer to the Lord, and ultimately help you carry out God’s assignment for you? This episode is for you. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you...
info_outlineI met my friend Rachel at a retreat a little over a year ago and we were fast friends. She is a fellow podcaster and now an author. Today, I’m having her on the Work and Play podcast to talk all about her new book and some big sister advice that you are not going to want to miss.
Resources from this episode:
Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey Podcast
Love Your Life book by Rachel Awtrey
Your Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung
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