Mornings with my Muse

Welcome to Mornings with my Muse hosted by Elijah and Avrielle Muse. (Yes, Muse is actually our last name!) We are a black millennial married couple, and we are passionate about showing others a positive image of marriage, family and success. On this show we will be sharing little tidbits of our lives, our opinions on interesting topics, and things we are learning as we journey through marriage and parenthood. Join us every Tuesday for new episodes!

Emotional Intelligence Saved Our Marriage 03/18/2025

Emotional Intelligence Saved Our Marriage In this episode of Mornings with My Muse, we’re sharing how emotional intelligence transformed our marriage. Elijah opens up about his struggles with expressing emotions, and navigating conflict. He shares how not being taught to navigate his feelings affected our relationship, and the challenges we faced in conflict resolution. For the first few years of our marriage, unresolved emotions and poor communication created tension between us. But when we started therapy, everything changed. We learned how to express our feelings in a healthy way, understand each other better, and strengthen our emotional connection. SOCIAL MEDIA Ave's Instagram: Elijah's Instagram: Tik Tok: INTERESTED IN SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT? Check out our website below: https://socialarchivestudio.com/ /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/35766770

Scarcity Mindset is a LIE | God is a God of Abundance 03/04/2025

Scarcity Mindset is a LIE | God is a God of Abundance Are you living in a scarcity mindset without even realizing it? In this episode of Mornings with My Muse, we’re talking about what it actually looks like to shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset, not just in finances, but in relationships, opportunities, and the way you see your own potential. So many of us operate from a place of fear, thinking there’s never enough. Never enough time, never enough money, never enough success, never enough space for our dreams. But what if the way you think about what’s possible is the very thing holding you back? We’re getting into how scarcity thinking might be showing up in your life, what it actually means to shift into an abundance mindset, the biblical perspective on provision and overflow, and why this mindset shift changes everything. If you're ready to break free from limitation, and walk in the fullness of what’s meant for you, this episode is for you. THE SOCIAL ARCHIVE DEETS: Website: Are you looking for social media managers that can help you carve out your own space online and give your brand the visibility it deserves? Are you feeling burnt out trying to stay consistent, creative, and strategic while running your business? Or frustrated that your followers aren’t converting into paying clients? Let The Social Archive help! We specialize in social media management, taking the stress of social media off your plate so you can focus on what you do best. From growing your audience to creating content that turns followers into clients, we create tailored social media strategies that deliver real results. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Avrielle's Instagram: Elijah's Instagram: /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/35530150

The REAL Reason You're Not Reaching Your Goals 02/24/2025

The REAL Reason You're Not Reaching Your Goals In this episode of the Mornings With My Muse podcast, we dive deep into the real reason why you’re not achieving your goals – and it all comes down to mindset. If you've ever felt stuck or frustrated with your progress, it’s time to pay attention to your mindset because that could be the biggest thing holding you back. We explore the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset, and why having the wrong mindset can limit your potential. Identifying your limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging thought patterns that are keeping you from reaching your full potential is essential to reaching your goals and unlocking your potential. Don’t let the wrong mindset stand in your way any longer. THE SOCIAL ARCHIVE DEETS: Website: Are you looking for social media managers that can help you carve out your own space online and give your brand the visibility it deserves? Are you feeling burnt out trying to stay consistent, creative, and strategic while running your business? Or frustrated that your followers aren’t converting into paying clients? Let The Social Archive help! We specialize in social media management, taking the stress of social media off your plate so you can focus on what you do best. From growing your audience to creating content that turns followers into clients, we create tailored social media strategies that deliver real results. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Avrielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avriellemuse/ Elijah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijah_muse/ /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/35415620

How to Have a Healthy Marriage: 7 Lessons for a Happy, Thriving Relationship 01/28/2025

How to Have a Healthy Marriage: 7 Lessons for a Happy, Thriving Relationship In this episode of Mornings With My Muse we talk about the secrets to a happy, thriving marriage. In this video, we’re sharing 7 key lessons we’ve learned that have transformed our relationship and helped us build a strong, healthy marriage. Whether you’re newly married, engaged, or in a relationship, these practical tips will help you navigate challenges and create a deeper connection with your significant other. We cover things like: -The power of overcommunication and why it’s a game-changer in marriage. -Conflict resolution tips to handle disagreements with grace and love. -The importance of being willing to make sacrifices for each other. THE SOCIAL ARCHIVE DEETS: Website: Are you looking for social media managers that can help you carve out your own space online and give your brand the visibility it deserves? Are you feeling burnt out trying to stay consistent, creative, and strategic while running your business? Or frustrated that your followers aren’t converting into paying clients? Let The Social Archive help! We specialize in social media management, taking the stress of social media off your plate so you can focus on what you do best. From growing your audience to creating content that turns followers into clients, we create tailored social media strategies that deliver real results. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Avrielle's Instagram: Elijah's Instagram: /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/35050255

STORY TIME: From Unequally Yoked to Equally Yoked | How My Husband Became A Christian 10/23/2024

STORY TIME: From Unequally Yoked to Equally Yoked | How My Husband Became A Christian In this episode of the Mornings with My Muse podcast, we’re sharing a story time of our personal journey from being unequally yoked to equally yoked in our marriage. When we first got married, my husband was an unbeliever, but by the grace of God, everything changed. We open up about how God shifted the trajectory of our marriage, and took my husband from unbeliever to faith in Christ. We’re sharing this story to offer hope to those of you who are praying for your unbelieving spouse. Know that God is still in the business of changing hearts, and His timing is always perfect. If you’re in a season of waiting, we hope our story encourages and inspires you to keep trusting in God’s plan for your marriage! We aren't encouraging anyone to do things the way we did, but if you're already in this situation, we are believing with you that God can change your story around! SOCIAL MEDIA Avrielle's Instagram: Elijah's Instagram: /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/33591122

Why We're Voting Conservative in 2024 w/ Johnna Nichelle 10/05/2024

Why We're Voting Conservative in 2024 w/ Johnna Nichelle In this episode of the Mornings with My Muse podcast, we're finally coming out of the closet and sharing why we're voting for Trump in 2024. We cover important topics like being pro-life and advocating for the protection of babies in the womb, and why this stance is central to our vote. We also dive into self-pay healthcare and how it empowers individuals to take control of their medical decisions. Entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses are at the heart of economic freedom, and we believe conservative policies support that vision. Additionally, we discuss the troubling history of the Democratic Party and Planned Parenthood, particularly their harmful effects on Black communities. The Democratic Party was historically pro-slavery and opposed the Civil Rights Movement, while Margaret Sanger, the founder of Planned Parenthood, sought to control the birth rates of Black Americans. We believe foundations are important and that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Join us as we explain why being conservative aligns most with us as believers. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA :) Avrielle's Instagram: Elijah's Instagram: Johnna's Instagram: JOHNNA'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL: A TIME TO SPEAK PODCAST COMING SOON! The link will be posted here when it is LIVE. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/33341812

Hustle Culture vs Rest: Why Working Harder Won’t Make You Successful In This Economy 09/28/2024

Hustle Culture vs Rest: Why Working Harder Won’t Make You Successful In This Economy In this episode, "Hustle Culture vs Rest: Why Working Harder Won’t Make You Successful In This Economy", we dive deep into our personal experience with burnout this past year. Like many, we felt the crushing pressure of today's economy—dealing with inflation, rising interest rates, family responsibilities, and the constant societal push to work harder. But instead of achieving more, it left us feeling completely drained and exhausted. We realized we were striving from a place of scarcity rather than working from a place of rest and peace. This isn’t the way God intended it. Hustle culture tells us to keep pushing, to wear exhaustion like a badge of honor, but we’ve learned that this mindset leads to weariness, not abundance. God designed us to work smarter, not harder. Success, wealth, and true fruitfulness don’t come from burnout—they come from working with purpose and balance, aligned with God's principles of rest. Join us as we discuss how rejecting hustle culture and embracing rest has transformed our perspective on work and productivity. We’ll explore how to navigate the pressures of the economy while staying grounded in a healthier approach to work and life. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/33242997

Story Time: How We Met | Our RAW & REAL Love Story 08/07/2024

Story Time: How We Met | Our RAW & REAL Love Story Join us as we share our how we met love story – from the unexpected moment we met on a cruise ship to getting engaged just five months later. Our story is not your typical Christian love story. We get RAW & REAL and we hold nothing back in this episode of Mornings with My Muse. Now, after almost 7 years of marriage, we're excited to reflect and share the details with you all! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/32493142

Sex, Porn and Vulnerability in Christian Marriages with MJ & Amanda Pittman 07/17/2024

Sex, Porn and Vulnerability in Christian Marriages with MJ & Amanda Pittman In this episode of Mornings With My Muse, we dive deep into real talk about sex in marriage. We share our personal stories, discussing our sexual history and its impact on our relationships. We also explore our journeys to becoming more vulnerable in marriage. Elijah and I open up about overcoming porn addiction in our marriage, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries, prayer, and guarding our hearts. Join us for an honest conversation on intimacy, faith, and the real things that are sometimes faced in Christian marriages. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/32184122

Is Childhood Trauma Sabotaging Your Money? 07/09/2024

Is Childhood Trauma Sabotaging Your Money? Are childhood experiences secretly affecting your financial success? In this video, we explore how unresolved trauma can sabotage your relationship with money and negatively influence your scarcity mindset. What you believe about money is ultimately what will determine whether or not you obtain it. Many Christians are broke because of their beliefs. Don't let your past dictate your wealth. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/32067577

You're Not Starting From Scratch. You're Sowing On Fertile Ground! 07/04/2024

You're Not Starting From Scratch. You're Sowing On Fertile Ground! If you're looking for encouragement for starting over then you'll love this episode of Mornings With My Muse! We talk about the idea that starting over again doesn't mean going back to square one. Instead, think of it as sowing in fertile ground, where new opportunities and growth await. Sometimes the idea of reinventing yourself and upgrading your life can be intimidating, but you'll be surprised at what happens when you put your faith in God to walk in your purpose. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/32010817

What's Blocking Your Growth? The Secret Power of Unity 07/04/2024

What's Blocking Your Growth? The Secret Power of Unity In this episode of Mornings With My Muse, "What's Blocking Your Growth? The Secret Power of Unity," we dive into the transformative impact of unity on personal and collective growth. We explore how unity in various aspects of life, can help overcome the obstacles that hinder your progress. By sharing practical tips and real-life examples from our own journey as a God-loving, millennial married couple with two kids, we reveal how unity has been a cornerstone in seeing the next level in our lives. Join us to uncover the profound ways unity can break through limiting beliefs, amplify your strengths, and unlock the next level of your potential. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/32010802

We Fell Short As Parents This Week... Here's What We Learned 02/07/2023

We Fell Short As Parents This Week... Here's What We Learned In this podcast episode we talk about the week we had as parents... It was tough, but we learned so much about parenting. Join us as we have a real conversation about the transition from a family of 3 to a family of 4. We absolutely loved this conversation so we hope you love it too! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/25851789

Are You Making Decisions in Alignment With Your Convictions? 01/31/2023

Are You Making Decisions in Alignment With Your Convictions? Sometimes we make decisions because that's what makes the most sense at the time, but there may be times where we will have a strong conviction to go in a different direction. In this episode, we share transparently about the direction we are heading in this year and give examples of moments in our lives where we made common sense decisions and conviction based decisions. We hope this episode enlightens you! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/25790304

The Easy Hard Principle 01/23/2023

The Easy Hard Principle We're backkkkk!!! In this episode of Mornings with my Muse we talk about the easy hard principle and where we have seen it play out in our lives. Sacrificing anything rarely feels good in the moment, but it is always worth it in the end. We hope this episode encourages you to take a look at your own life and see what areas you can sacrifice in now so you reap long-term benefits. We're so happy to be back! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/25701744

The Myth Behind Motivation 10/23/2019

The Myth Behind Motivation In this episode we talk about the myth behind motivation. Many times we struggle to finish tasks and achieve our goals because we believe the lie that we always have to feel the motivation and drive to push through! Listen to this great episode to hear our personal takes on motivation, tips to push through and achieve your small and big goals, as well as what it really takes to achieve your goals. If you have a suggestion for future episode topics, as well as a questions for us please send them in to our email: SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: elijah_muse, avriellemuse YouTube Accounts: Avrielle Muse, Gifted Hands Muse /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/11758697

Growth Begins at the end of Your Comfort Zone 09/17/2019

Growth Begins at the end of Your Comfort Zone In this episode of the podcast we talk about the current season of life we are in. We share the discomfort we are feeling and the lessons we are learning. We are learning that growth begins at the end of our comfort zone! We also let you in on the big surprise that we promised we would share on the last podcast! If you have any topic ideas or questions for us please shoot us an email to [email protected] Follow us on social media! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/11241665

Contentment is a Choice 08/27/2019

Contentment is a Choice In this episode of the podcast we talk about contentment! We talk about not letting our level of contentment be defined by the things around us, and we share with you how we are implementing that in our life right now. Follow us on Social Media! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/11009522

Am I Ready for a Relationship? & How to Sustain a Relationship 08/20/2019

Am I Ready for a Relationship? & How to Sustain a Relationship In this episode of the podcast we talk about what it means to be ready for a relationship and how to sustain a relationship/marriage if you are already in one. We discuss 3 applicable ways that you can apply to your life to start becoming the person you need to be to sustain a relationship/marriage. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/10892113

Life after Marriage: What to Expect and How to Maintain 08/13/2019

Life after Marriage: What to Expect and How to Maintain In this episode of the podcast we talk about life after marriage. We share some of our experiences, what we learned and what we are still learning as a millennial married couple. We also discuss some things you can expect in marriage, as well as how to maintain and keep the marriage fun and enjoyable. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/10814207

Welcome to Mornings With My Muse! 08/03/2019

Welcome to Mornings With My Muse! In this first episode we introduce ourselves as the hosts of this podcast, tell you a little bit about why decided to start a podcast, and explain why we decided to get married young! If you are looking for a new podcast to listen to Mornings with my Muse is here to offer a fresh perspective on marriage, life, and everything we are learning on the journey along the way. /episode/index/show/morningswithmymuse/id/10762373

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