Cultivate What Matters

Welcome to a whole new way of doing life! If you are ready to get unstuck, say goodbye to wasted days, and feel your life adding up to something more—then you are in the right place! The Cultivate What Matters Podcast will help you uncover what truly matters in your life and give you the tools to start acting like it today. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, lacking motivation, or simply looking for a little joy and delight, you'll find exactly what you need right here. We are so excited to walk alongside you!

105: Book Review of No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler 03/04/2024

105: Book Review of No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler In today’s episode, we review the book No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler. So many of us here have reading goals, so we review a book together once a quarter to help us make progress on our reading goals, read together in community, and learn from great books. Through this book review, we explore the depths of Kate’s learnings as she discovers she has cancer. We review some of our favorite quotes, things we learned and will take away, and applications from this book with all of you. This book was a heavy one, but truly, it instilled what we know already to be true. We are living for a capital L legacy, and our days are numbered. So what we decide to cultivate matters deeply, so live your one beautiful and precious life today, friends. //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 00:34: What Casey is loving 01:19: What Kelley is loving 05:45: Intro to the book this quarter 09:55: Our favorite takeaways from the book 10:49: What if the world no longer holds possibility? 14:06: Guilted into being grateful 17:50: I have this illusion I’m in control of my life 20:00: The predicament of living 22:24: Your choices in this life matter 29:25: Overall book review 29:50: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/30137403

104: Post New Year Slump…What To Do When You’re in a Slump? 02/26/2024

103: How to Cultivate Friendships - Part 2 02/19/2024

103: How to Cultivate Friendships - Part 2 In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey complete part 2 of How to Cultivate Friendships. Not often talked about in friendships, we talk about texting, ghosting, and hard conversations. At their core, we’d enter into deeper friendships and foster greater connection if we’d focus on communicating more clearly, being willing to go beyond the surface level, and being willing to have hard conversations. We share personal examples and stories in our lives that have been challenging yet refining in the way we approach friendship. Friendship is a part of a rich and beautiful life, and it’s so worthwhile to cultivate! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:54: What Casey is loving 03:30: What Kelley is loving 06:09: Episode intro - ghosting, communicating, texting, and more! 08:44: Be a clear communicator 16:21: Hey, send up a flare. Are you alive? 20:42: Don’t be afraid to go deeper & give it time 25:42: Be willing to have hard conversations 31:14: Boundaries help us love people 34:28: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/30010018

102: How to Cultivate Friendships - Part 1 02/12/2024

102: How to Cultivate Friendships - Part 1 In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey wanted to talk about connection since we’re so close to Valentine’s Day. So we decided to talk about what every person needs in their lives, whether you’re in a relationship or not – friendship!! Having a place to belong and people to connect with are crucial to our health, well-being, and growth as individuals. We can’t go it alone. We explore the staggering statistics behind depression, suicide, and being “together but apart” in our technology driven society. It can be a lonely world, but it doesn’t have to be. We explore a few easy ways to foster connection and grow friendships (new or old) in our lives. Having friends by our side is what makes life so meaningful and worthwhile, so let’s cultivate friendships together for a more purposeful life lived together! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 00:25: What Casey is loving 03:43: What Kelley is loving 04:55: Digging into the meat of the episode 05:38: Together but apart 07:25: Epidemic of loneliness 08:02: Belonging is a basic human need! 11:31: We know making & keeping friends can be hard 12:30: 4 easy, low energy ways to build connection & grow friendships 23:28: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29906288

101: Waiting Well | How to Learn to Love the Process 02/05/2024

101: Waiting Well | How to Learn to Love the Process In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey share a pep talk with you. About this time of the year, discouragement sets in. Doubts and questions of why we aren’t making more progress by now swirl in our heads. We offer a pep talk about waiting in the process of goal setting, how it’s key to our growth, and how it actually becomes a beautiful part of changing and shaping us for the capital L legacy we want to leave when we’re 80. Waiting isn’t always easy, but it’s a part of the journey of our lives. We hope this episode encourages you as you wait on progress, on achieved goals, and on the legacy you’re living! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 04:03: What Casey is loving 07:48: What Kelley is loving 10:05: Start of this pep talk 13:51: A big part of the process is waiting 14:54: Let’s take a step back together for a minute 17:59: An example of looking at the bigger picture 21:53: Can you imagine being a good waiter? 23:24: A few steps to learn to wait well 28:27: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29774493

100: How to Make a Big Dream Happen 01/29/2024

100: How to Make a Big Dream Happen In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey kick off the 5th and final episode in the Building Better Goals series featuring big dreams. Big dream goals can be daunting and overwhelming, and many might say, “where do I even start?” We break down what it is, what it’s comprised of, and why you should set and pursue big dream goals in your life. Sometimes, various feelings can also mean we’ve pushed big dreams aside, and we want to encourage you to revisit those big dreams with hope not fear. We hope to encourage you and inspire you in taking a few practical steps to voicing, planning, and executing on your big dream goals. They’re possible, friends! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 02:20: What Casey is loving 07:32: What Kelley is loving 11:39: Breaking down 3 types of goals 16:22: Kelley’s big dream goal example 18:19: Casey’s big dream goal example 21:05: Why set big dream goals? A pep talk. 24:10: What to do if you want to set a big dream 28:10: Now go do it – execute! 29:00: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29619843

099: How to Tend to Your Goals, not To-Do's 01/22/2024

099: How to Tend to Your Goals, not To-Do's In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey kick off the 4th episode in the Building Better Goals series featuring tending lists. Tending lists are the systems we use each month to track, systemize, and measure our progress on our goals. They’re so different from our to-do lists, and they’re lists that actually fill our cup and help us become the women we want to be. We share personal examples well as a few quick things you can do today to create one of your own. Tending lists are vital to your success, and listen in to hear why! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:30: What Casey is loving 07:16: What Kelley is loving 10:10: The heart of PowerSheets – tending lists! 10:30: What the heck is a tending list? 14:18: A real life example of a tending list in action with a big dream 21:17: Put the hard things on there, too. 26:00: How to make your own 28:41: A pep talk as you do it! 29:36: Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – – – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! You can also subscribe to our podcast monthly newsletter ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29429283

098: How to Develop Life-Giving Routines 01/15/2024

097: How to Create Habits That Stick 01/08/2024

097: How to Create Habits That Stick In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey kick off the 2nd episode in the Building Better Goals series featuring habits. These are the building blocks of goals – those repeated actions we do day in and day out that shape us and form us, oftentimes so much more than we realize. We dig into the science of the brain that form habits and why they’re so powerful, and how to cultivate the right habits and good habits for you. It’s only the tip of the iceberg here, but it’s a meaty episode to dig into if you want to change the habits in your life! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 02:18: What Casey is loving - a habit hack. 03:30: What Kelley is loving - these awesome headphones! 06:38: Digging into habits 08:44: The difference between a rhythm and routine 09:31: The usual story with habits 13:30: Habits ARE so powerful – it’s all in the brain! 16:28: How do you choose the right habits? 19:04: Start here with your current habits 21:48: How to cultivate good habits? 29:00 Closing thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // – – – // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29344438

096: How to Build Better Goals 01/01/2024

096: How to Build Better Goals In today’s episode, Kelly and Casey start a new series for the new year about how to build better goals. This episode is the capstone episode of our proven goal setting system, why it works, and why it’s different from all the other goal setting systems or New Year’s Eve resolutions out there. We share stats along with practical tips to get started on your goals right now. Join us today for a 30,000 foot level conversation about how to build new and better goals and ACTUALLY accomplish them this year! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:43: What Casey is loving 04:27: What Kelley is loving 07:45: Let’s chat goals & stats 10:27: Our proven system 12:48: Saying yes to what matters 13:42: So how do we do this, practically? 14:49: Uncover what matters 15:31 Break it down into little steps 16:27: Live it out – go do it! 17:38: The mindset shifts that make this happen 18:57: Taking the long view 19:22: A story that really sums this ALL up & will make you cry 23:16: When you’re 80… 23:29: Here’s 3 steps to start! 29:00 Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — — — — — — — — — // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/29202848

095: Merry Christmas, Cultivators! 12/25/2023

094: Celebrations From the Year 12/18/2023

093: Intentional Family Traditions 12/11/2023

092: Book Review of The 12 Week Year 12/04/2023

092: Book Review of The 12 Week Year In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey review The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington. This book talks about how we’ve all been doing planning for our personal and professional lives wrong – we’ve got to stop thinking in 1 year periods and switch to 12 weeks. Shorter periods of time allow us to drive urgency to accomplish our goals, see results quicker, celebrate more often, execute on an effective plan, and steward our time WAY more strategically. We share our favorite nuggets, how we’d use it in our own lives, and how we’d rate it and recommend it to others. Thanks for listening to this quarter’s book review! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 02:00: What Casey is loving 04:09: What Kelley is loving 07:42: The premise of The 12 Week Year 10:54: You have to measure the execution! 11:50: Our favorite nuggets 12:00: Commitments are different from interests. 13:03: A new take on weekly planning 13:52: Life is intentionally unbalanced 15:21: Accountability is ownership of your life. 16:09: How we’d apply & implement these learnings 20:41: How we’d rate the book 21:13: Greatness is made in the small moments. 23:06: 85% execution is the secret! 24:44: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — — — — — — — — // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28900303

091: Small Businesses We're Thankful For 11/27/2023

091: Small Businesses We're Thankful For In today’s episode, we’re flipping the script and recommending our favorite small businesses in 15 minutes or so! We’re so grateful for these small businesses that have impacted our lives in sweet ways, and we want to champion them. We’re so grateful for all you do to support our small business as well! We’d love to have you shop with our friends and with us this Black Friday Cyber Monday weekend. //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 00:37: What Kelley is loving 02:21: What Casey is loving 05:59: Diving into our fav small biz recs 06:10: Pippi Post - stationery & gifts 06:54: Persnickety Gifts - curated gifts 07:43: Anna Clayton Jewelry - everyday jewelry 08:30: Lake Pajamas - luxury pajamas 10:13: Red Land Cotton - American made goods 11:30: Macro Friendly Foods - easy, delicious, balanced meals 13:15: Educating Amy - educational kids toys 14:32: Tello & Rose - home decor, American made goods, and style tips 15:29: Final thoughts //Resources Mentioned in this Episode// -Protein Cookie Dough Recipe - 1-3 scoops vanilla protein powder - ¼ cup of quick oats - 1 Tbsp of peanut butter - 1 Tbsp of chocolate chips - Stevia if needed - Add as much water as needed for a thick consistency // Small Businesses Mentioned in this Episode // - - - - - - - - // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the podcast newsletter and receive intentional resources, recaps, and information shared on the podcast here! — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28800378

090: Savor the Season: How to Live Grateful 11/20/2023

090: Savor the Season: How to Live Grateful In today’s episode, we’re talking about the everyday realities of living in a broken world. Our minds can also become conformed to think negatively and reject any thankfulness. Packed with Scripture, we shed light on how we can change the lens we view life with because of Christ and what He did for us. With gratitude, it can change everything. With a couple of practical examples that are science backed, we hope you can begin practicing gratitude in your everyday life, not just during Thanksgiving. Know that we’re so grateful for you! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome & happy Thanksgiving! 04:26: What Casey is loving 08:57: What Kelley is loving 10:34: Do you decorate before or after Thanksgiving? 12:23: What we grieve in this life 16:45: May we savor today 18:48: It starts with our mindsets 23:32: A few ways to practice gratitude & the science & facts 32:33: Recap // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // - - - - // Products Mentioned in this Episode // - - - // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the podcast newsletter and receive intentional resources, recaps, and information shared on the podcast here! — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28711113

089: The Power of Grieving in Community with Lisa Hartung 11/13/2023

089: The Power of Grieving in Community with Lisa Hartung In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey sit down for coffee with one of our Goal School Premium members, Lisa Hartung, who shared her grief with us in this community last year. After watching her grieve for her mother and putting her grief into action in marathon training and community building, we had to have her share her compelling story with everyone. As a people lover fueled with purpose, she shares her story with such radiance that we hope will encourage and inspire you too. May these words encourage your heart if you’re grieving in this season, and may you know you don’t have to do it alone! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:27: Intro to our guest – Lisa! 02:08: What Lisa is loving right now 04:17: What Casey is loving right now 05:01: What Kelley is loving right now 06:01: Diving into community & purpose 06:23: Lisa’s backstory that started it all 08:54: How Lisa used PowerSheets to train 10:43: The day of the race 14:31: Grieving her mom 19:56: The guilt in grief and partnering with others 22:11: How to offer support in grief 25:14: An encouragement if you’re grieving 26:38: Resources that Lisa has 29:30: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // - - - - - // Products Mentioned in this Episode // — — — — // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the podcast newsletter and receive intentional resources, recaps, and information shared on the podcast here! — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28607498

088: I Have 2 More Months Left This Year, How Do I Get it All Done? 11/06/2023

088: I Have 2 More Months Left This Year, How Do I Get it All Done? In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey talk about what we’re all thinking right about this time of year. If it’s November and we only have 2 months left of this year, what do we do to accomplish our goals or do we just throw in the towel? We’re with you in this, and you’re not alone! We hope this episode helps you go from feeling paralyzed or shell shocked and at a standstill to feeling confident in your decisions to start, stop, or go slower on finishing up your goals for this year. In 3 simple steps, we give you an outline on how to approach whatever remains on your to-do list for the year. All in all, your progress isn’t dependent on the perfect time to do it, but it is dependent on the choice to do it. We’re so glad you’re here, and we hope this episode helps you navigate the last 2 months of 2023! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:09: What Casey is loving 03:19: What Kelley is loving 04:26: Don’t we all become our moms? 06:22: The end of the year is in sight 08:11: Casey’s example of goals that aren’t complete yet 10:16: What is a hobby LOL 12:40: Kelley’s example of goals still left for this year 12:43: A Cultivator trying to learn how to retire 14:36: Time to pick up some goals we put down 15:44: Be brave and don’t put it off 16:05: You have time, so ask yourself these questions 17:54: Break it down….even more 19:22: Just do a smaller step and start now 20:07: Map it out for the rest of the year with 1-3 easy steps 22:15: Recap 23:39: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // - - - // Products Mentioned in this Episode // — — // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28524272

087: 5 Treats for More Joyful Living 10/30/2023

087: 5 Treats for More Joyful Living In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey talk about the busyness of fall and all the feelings that can arise in this season. Fall can be one of the busiest seasons each year, and it can also be a season when big feelings resurface. With that in mind, we hope this episode helps you slow down, pay attention to what’s in front of you, and enjoy this season. You'll enjoy this lighthearted episode, full of practical tips and festive recipes. We’re so glad you’re here, and we hope you laugh today! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:23: What Casey is loving 03:19: What Kelley is loving 05:44: The power of noticing others 06:21: The fun of fall 06:38: When your fall is full 07:17: The importance of pausing 08:47: A trunk or treat story to make you laugh 11:18: Give yourself some grace…..and let them be Power Rangers 12:52: The practical tips for this fall 14:49: Make a bucket list 17:28: Recipes you’ll love 20:05: Our favorite shows, movies, and reads for fall 21:30: Make it an event 23:23: It’s time to harvest 24:50: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // // Recipes Mentioned // Morning Matcha Smoothie 2 Scoops of 1/2 tablespoon matcha powder 240 mL Vanilla Almond milk Blend and enjoy! Cranberry Apple Hot Cider 1 part grape juice (or red wine) 1 part apple cider Heat on the stove and enjoy! // Products You'll Love // // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28456208

086: From Hopeless to Hopeful 10/23/2023

086: From Hopeless to Hopeful In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey finish this 2 part episode. After reflecting on the dark side of nostalgia and its consequences for today, Kelley and Casey highlight your best next steps to take the triumphs and failures from the past to be key learnings for your future. Whatever your past has held, it can be used as a tool to get unstuck and live out your best days. With vulnerability and honesty, Kelley and Casey hope this episode blesses you to believe that the best is always yet to come and yet to be. We’re so glad you’re here! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:14: What Kelley is loving 03:05: What Casey is loving 03:49: Recapping the dark side of nostalgia 05:33: How to move forward in 3 steps 06:51: 1. You can’t skip reflection 08:18: 2. Seeking the learning from the past 08:32: Casey’s story 10:02: How her story went from hopeless to hopeful 11:48: Kelley’s story 12:55: How her story went from hopeless to hopeful 18:12: 3. Acknowledge your progress and your growth 19:14: Remember the one fruitful life you have 19:48: Would you want to live forever? 19:59: The beauty of today 20:25: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // - -Recipe for the Ka’chava, Almond Milk, & Matcha Smoothie - 240 ml of Vanilla Almond Milk - 2 scoops of Vanilla Ka’chava - ½ T. matcha powder - As much as you’d like -Blend and enjoy! — — — PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner: — PowerSheets Facebook Group: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28391069

085: The Best Is Yet to Come 10/16/2023

085: The Best Is Yet to Come In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey chat about the idea that you will die with a to-do list, and how that can inform the way we prioritize our lives and define what matters. If you are feeling like your to-do list is never ending, or if you struggle with procrastination, we hope this episode will give you a new perspective to re-evaluate your tasks and live intentionally. We are all learning, but what a joy it is to do so together! We’re so glad you’re here! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:41: What Casey is loving 06:01: What Kelley is loving 07:39: It’s PowerSheets Season! 08:45: The joys of autumn 09:41: The best is yet to come…or is it? 09:45: The dark side of nostalgia 10:18: “Capital L” Legacy 10:59: There’s no one “right” season to cultivate what matters 13:01: “These are the best years of your life!” mindset 14:50: The benefits of nostalgia 18:20: Why we don’t “YOLO” 25:26: How to know what to hold on to and when to let go 27:44: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner: — PowerSheets Facebook Group: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28317176

084: You'll Die With a To-Do List 10/09/2023

084: You'll Die With a To-Do List In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey chat about the idea that you will die with a to-do list, and how that can inform the way we prioritize our lives and define what matters. If you are feeling like your to-do list is never ending, or if you struggle with procrastination, we hope this episode will give you a new perspective to re-evaluate your tasks and live intentionally. We are all learning, but what a joy it is to do so together! We’re so glad you’re here! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:05: What Kelley is loving 02:07: What Casey is loving 03:36: Wisdom from our grandmothers 07:00: The weight of an endless to-do list 08:02: Eat That Frog (Book) 13:45: You will die with a to-do list 19:50: How we prioritize in light of long to-do lists (Book: Traction) 20:45: Tyranny of the Urgent (Book) 22:10: A plan for meaningful productivity 22:40: Decide what’s important 24:25: Discover how your time is being spent 27:10: Budget the hours 28:15: Follow through 33:00: How PowerSheets might be able to help you! 34:30: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — Bible Study Fellowship: — Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy: — Traction by Gino Wickman: — Tyranny of the Urgent by Charles Hummel: — Time Tracker Worksheet: — PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner: — How Kelley and Casey found PowerSheets: — PowerSheets Facebook Group: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28261178

083: A whole new way of doing life 10/02/2023

083: A whole new way of doing life In today’s episode, Kelley and Casey chat about what led them to find Cultivate What Matters and PowerSheets, and how it has changed their lives for the better. With launch week upon us, listen in to a behind the scenes conversation of the power of living a life on purpose. You are sure to leave this conversation feeling a little more understood and a lot more encouraged to pursue what matters. We hope this conversation helps you see your goals and your own story with fresh eyes. We’re so glad you’re here! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:48: What Casey is loving 03:36: What Kelley is loving 06:44: Quarterly Book Reviews 07:40: A whole new way of doing life 08:26: Casey’s story 14:44: Kelley’s story 20:00: What Kelley is cultivating these days 22:17: What Casey is cultivating these days 27:55: A note on habits 30:00: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — Have ideas for topics you want covered on the Cultivate What Matters Podcast? Email us at — Thera Ice Migraine Cap: — The Twelve Week Year by Brian Moran: — 2024 PowerSheets launching 10/4/2023: Find out more here — Follow along with Kelley’s passion for children’s literature at The Bluebird Bookshelf: — Write the Word Journals: — PowerSheets Facebook Group: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28193804

082: The CLE Series | Work + Learning with Natalie Franke 09/25/2023

081: The CLE Series | Spiritual + Personal Development with Shelby Turner and Krystal Dickson of The Daily Grace Podcast 09/18/2023

081: The CLE Series | Spiritual + Personal Development with Shelby Turner and Krystal Dickson of The Daily Grace Podcast In today’s episode, Kelley chats with Shelby Turner and Krystal Dickson, cohosts of The Daily Grace Podcast. Shelby and Krystal share encouragement for growing in your faith, persevering through challenges, and gentle words of wisdom when you feel like you’re just not enough. As you listen in, we hope this conversation helps encourage you as you cultivate your own spiritual and personal development goals! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 01:30: Meet Shelby and Krystal 04:45: Encouragement for someone struggling to feel success in their faith 05:35: Redefining success in faith 10:18: Challenges women face growing their faith 17:04: Resources 19:30: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — The Daily Grace Podcast: — Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley: —The Daily Grace Co. shop: — The Daily Grace Co. YouTube Channel: — Webinars: and — Worthy Study: — The Daily Grace Co. blog: — The Daily Grace Podcast Instagram: — Shelby’s Instagram: — Krystal’s Instagram: — 2024 PowerSheets are coming! // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/28054614

080: The CLE Series | Health + Wellness with Kristin Schmucker and Erin Moore Coaching 09/11/2023

080: The CLE Series | Health + Wellness with Kristin Schmucker and Erin Moore Coaching In today’s episode, Kristin chats with Erin Moore of Erin Moore Coaching. Erin’s realistic and customized approach to health and wellness encourages us to start small, start where we are, and pursue progress over perfection when it comes to fitness goals. As you listen in, we hope this conversation helps encourage you as you cultivate your own health and wellness goals! //Time Stamps// 00:00: Welcome 02:00: Meet Erin Moore 07:30: The origin of Erin Moore Coaching 09:00: Challenges women face around health and wellness 12:45: Approaching these challenges 15:00: Encouragement through health+wellness challenges 16:15: The benefits of starting small 17:00: The power of habits 20:00: Erin’s resources 27:00: Final thoughts // Resources Mentioned in this Episode // — Erin Moore Coaching Instagram: — The Lifestyle Lean Guide: — Bailey’s Instagram: — Habits for the Holidays: Coming in October — Lifestyle Lean App: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit cultivatewhatmatters.com for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters newsletter and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like Cultivate What Matters on Facebook. — Follow @CultivateWhatMatters on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/27983382

079: The CLE Series | Family with Kate Strickler of Naptime Kitchen 09/04/2023

078: The CLE Series | Finances with Alaina Fingal of The Organized Money 08/28/2023

077: Your Cultivated Summer Series | What We're Learning About Rest (+ summer wrap-up) 08/21/2023

077: Your Cultivated Summer Series | What We're Learning About Rest (+ summer wrap-up) It’s our final episode of our summer series! In this series, Emily, Casey, Alli, and Kelley have talked about traveling with kids, health + wellness on the go, setting routines in busy and slow seasons, developing habits when life is busy, and so much more—but today we’re sharing from the heart and answering this question: What have we learned about rest? We’re so glad to have you join us today, friends! Time Stamps: 00:00 - Welcome 01:00 - What Emily is learning about rest 03:40 - What Alli is learning about rest 06:25 - What Casey is learning about rest 08:10 - The idea of soul rest 09:30 - What Kelley is learning about rest 10:35 - What Emily is looking forward to in the season ahead 12:30 - What Alli is looking forward to in the season ahead 13:35 - What Casey is looking forward to in the season ahead 17:05 - What Kelley is looking forward to in the season ahead 18:38 - Final thoughts // Resources in this Episode // Stay tuned for launch information coming soon! The Cultivate What Matters Shop: // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like on Facebook. — Follow on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! — Engage with other PowerSheets users in our exclusive Facebook community: — Read the blog for encouragement throughout the week! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/27792321

076: Your Cultivated Summer Series | Helping the Kids We Love to Cultivate What Matters 08/14/2023

076: Your Cultivated Summer Series | Helping the Kids We Love to Cultivate What Matters In today’s episode, Emily is back chatting with Kelley about helping the kids we love to cultivate what matters. If you’ve spent any time with Emily you know this is something she’s super passionate about, and we are so excited to learn from her today. Whether wanting to help your own children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, neighbor kids, students, or any other little ones in your life, you are sure to learn some great tips to encourage and steward them well. We’re so grateful to walk with you today! Time Stamps: 00:00 - Welcome 01:45 - What Emily is Loving 05:00 - What Kelley is Loving 06:30 - Why is helping kids cultivate what matters important? 10:18 - How do we start? 13:23 - How do we guide them? 14:11 - What do we want to model? 19:00 - How do we encourage and empower them? 25:00 - A note on why reading matters to us! 25:55 - Final thoughts // Resources in this Episode // The Cultivate What Matters Shop: Native Shoes: Book - The Coddling of the American Mind: Emily’s Blog: https://emformarvelous.com/ // Connect with Us // — Subscribe to the Cultivate What Matters Podcast: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe. On Android, and choose your podcast app. If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or ! — We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Cultivate What Matters! We want to invite more women into our conversations! — Visit for delightful resources to help you design a more intentional life. — Subscribe to the and receive free intentional living resources in your inbox. — Like on Facebook. — Follow on Instagram for all things Cultivate What Matters! — Engage with other PowerSheets users in our exclusive Facebook community: — Read the blog for encouragement throughout the week! /episode/index/show/cultivateyourlife/id/27740202

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