Living Easy with Lindsey

No matter how open, empathetic or extroverted we are, there are always emotional walls that we have built up that affect our daily lives and our relationships with our spouses, children, family and friends. You guys, this is one of my favorite episodes I've recorded so far. It is honest and digs into the core of so many of the issues we face day-to-day. [If you haven't clicked the 'SUBSCRIBE' button yet, please do!! You will be notified on Monday's when one of my new episodes has come out!] The walls I'm discussing in today's episode are: 1. Walls that block out unwanted feelings, 2. Walls that keep a distance between us and other people, 3. Walls that hide who we really are and 4. Walls that keep us from growing spiritually. I am talking about the importance of breaking down the emotional walls that we've built (because they typically destroy rather than give life), creating healthy boundaries as a Christian and building spiritual walls and a foundation on Christ. I am also talking about how we build walls in our marriages and allow pride to seep in, creating distance that doesn't belong. I talk about being a 'hard person' because of past circumstances and the importance of fighting the things that keep us there. I hope you enjoy this episode and allow God's word to help you grow - because remember! - nothing changes if nothing changes. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

1 Timothy 4:8 says, "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." I believe that godliness should go into everything that we do as Christians - and that includes our physical fitness as well as what we are putting inside of our bodies. When I think about good, fun conversations, this is exactly what I think of! On today's episode, I am talking to Heather Brown from @mylifewellloved and author of Meal Planning For The Busy Mom. You will totally hear our connection and heart for motherhood and taking care of ourselves and our families and trying to find balance in this crazy world. On today's episode, we are talking about everything from balancing motherhood as a Christian to successfully meal planning (without giving up after a week). We also discuss practical tips for helping your picky little ones to eat much better. We dive into negative self-image, self-care and self deprecating comments toward ourselves as well as balancing wife-life and mom-life. Get Heather's eBook: Meal Planning For The Busy Mom. Get Heather's FREE Daily Gratitude Journal here! Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey If you haven't had a chance to SUBSCRIBE (yay!) and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

My three viral posts: Cranberry Cream Cheese Jalapeno Dip To the Girl Who Wished She Hadn't Why We Stopped Going House-to-House for the Holidays Virality is an interesting thing. I have experienced it - in its fullness - three times. The feelings that I experienced went from excitement to shame to fear and believing so. many. lies and then all the way back to joy. On today's episode, I am sharing about my most viral blog posts that brought me to the point I'm at today. I share about what they are, why they blew up and how the Holy Spirit has used my disastrous mess of a past for God's perfect glory. I'm also addressing the many "haters" (the thorns in our lives) & even the comments from people with conflicting opinions and how that has strengthened my relationship with Jesus. It was important for me to spend some time encouraging you guys today (because I know everyone has something to say!) to speak out, share that recipe or that story and let people know what God is doing in your life so that you can make much of Him. Friends, don't allow the lies, the cancel culture or your 'mess' to hold you back from allowing God to use you! He has redeemed and used my extremely "unredeemable" story. He will use yours, too. Because He is good. And this life is all about Him. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Do your in-laws threaten your marriage or invade your relationship? On this reverse-interview episode with Michael and Elizabeth from the Marriage Talks Podcast, Lindsey shares her own story of family-member-drama as well as her perspective on what it means to deal with difficult in-laws as a Christian man or woman. Genesis 2:24 says, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." This isn't an easy thing to do - especially when family members are unwilling to be a part of the leave and cleave process. A husband and a wife have behavioral, experiential and moral differences based on how they were raised. They are two sinners coming together and trying to make a godly relationship work. In order to have a healthy marriage, it is important to fight for healthy in-law relationships by showing the love of Christ. When healing in-law relationships, Lindsey talks about focusing on side-by-side relationship builders, living the relationship out on your own rather than through your spouse, seeking humility and laying down your pride, watching your words and voicing expectations. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

My blog post on this topic has gone viral ten times over - so I know that there are many families who need to hear some real truth about this topic. I hope that this conversation and these scriptures bring you freedom to enjoy your own little family this holiday season - without forsaking love. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life. Notable Mentions: My Famous Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

This girl can PREACH! I loved this conversation so much - it filled my heart completely! Alisha Illian and I are talking about chasing perfectionism - and that doesn't also refer to how you look or how your home looks - it's also a constant desire to be great, do well and prove ourselves. Alisha is the author of a very popular quote that went viral which I can almost guarantee that you've seen all over social media. It resonated with women because it was a reminder that we won't ever find the satisfaction we're searching for in this world. She shares about the temptation to chase temporary pleasures in this world in order to fill the void and why it only leaves us feeling more empty. She shares wisdom and encouragement to stop striving to 'be perfect' and instead, look at the perfect One. Order and read Alisha's book: Chasing Perfect Follow along with Alisha on Instagram: @alishaillian Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

"If we replaced cancel culture with critical thinking, we would have empathetic conversations instead of emotional reactions. And by talking, we learn to separate honest mistakes from actual hate." Dear Christians: The demand that someone else meet our criteria for acceptance is anti-gospel. Cancel culture is a toxic, dangerous habit and response in our generation. When we tend to worship our politics or ideologies more than we worship Jesus, we spit poison rather than pouring love, grace, empathy and compassion on one another. On today's episode, Lindsey Maestas discusses the importance of setting the example as a Christian. She gives practical wisdom on what to do instead of #cancelling someone in your life and why the damage is so much greater than we might initially believe. She shares about the heart of Christ, the importance of listening (while also realizing that listening does not mean you agree) and why cancelling someone shows partiality, which is against the call in scripture. Let us call one another up, friends. This world is going crazy - let us live above reproach and shine as the lights of the world, rather than giving in to the darkness. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Sex trafficking may not be what you think it is. Trafficking is currently at a peak because of Coronavirus and some of the main culprits are social media sites like TikTok, OnlyFans and Sugar Baby websites. There are more young girls online with less supervision. When we think of trafficking, we often imagine men shipping women across countries, but that's a common misconception. The majority of trafficking typically happens in a woman's (or man's) own hometown. On today's episode, Nic McKinley - Ex-CIA agent and current head of the non-profit Deliverfund organized to stop sex trafficking shares his insight about this horrific problem in our society. He discusses the importance of getting to the root of the issue and finding the head of the web of traffickers, rather than dealing with the aftermath. Nic McKinley shares about how you can keep your loved ones safe from trafficking and how parents can wisely guide their children to stay away from the dangers of the internet - that are much more accessible than we may think. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Sarajane Case is the powerful and kind woman behind Enneagram & Coffee. Sarajane seriously knows all things Enneagram and on today's episode Sarajane and I are talking about the best ways to love people in your life based on their enneagram number. As I heard her talk, I thought of all of the people in my life and how accurate these personality types truly were. It is so important for us to consider the people in our lives and how we can serve them best. Sarajane and I discuss unhealthy vs. healthy enneagram numbers and how to know when you're in the 'unhealthy' category, how to respond to discovering your enneagram number - especially when it makes you feel uncomfortable and what growth really looks like when it comes to our enneagram numbers. We also take time to discuss seeking connection with the people in our lives and the best way to love them based on their individual number. Hang out with Sarajane on Instagram @enneagramandcoffee and @sarajanecase Order Sarajane's book: The Honest Enneagram Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Failure is a fear shared by many, and it is one that keeps us from doing so much of what God has called us to. One of the most repeated commands in scripture is, 'Do not fear' or 'Fear not' and I believe that we should take that command to heart when considering the gifts and talents that God has given us. Does the fear of failure have power over you? If so, I encourage you to listen to this quick episode where I share my story and how God has grown me through my fear for His glory. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

There is an up-and-coming philosophy of parenting called Gentle Parenting. Today's guest, Dilshad from the popular account @thegentlemamma, is sharing her insight on the differences between this philosophy and that of punitive punishment. Dilshad grew up in a traditional Indian family with typical punitive punishment. When she had her son, she wanted to re-consider all that had been passed down to her by past generations. She then came across the concept of Gentle Parenting, which basically says: no rewards and no punishments. On today's episode, Lindsey and Dilshad have a gracious conversation about dealing with anger as a parent (and practical tips to help you stop parenting out of anger), the differences between traditional parenting vs. gentle parenting as well as practical implementations. Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Tish Carlson loves Jesus, is wife, a mom of 3, and owns multiple businesses - and she also takes depression medication. On today's episode, Tish gets candid about her struggle with depression and how it has affected these very important roles in her life. She talks about what depression looks like for her (anger, suicidal thoughts) as well as how and why it can look much different for other people. We discuss the feelings that she has had since she started taking depression medication - the little pink pill - as well as how depression has affected her relationship with Jesus. She shares her perspective on the common misconception that mental illness is a sin, while sharing her hope in the church's approach to Christian mental health as a whole. "Some days, prayer and bible study just aren't enough to fix my depression." Follow along with Tish on Instagram @nolongerwander and @mattandtishphotography Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Two of the most incredible women (and moms) I know personally, Jennifer Robinson and Melissa Solecki, sat down to talk with me about schooling at home. We are talking all about grace, routines (what has worked and what hasn't), matters of the heart, refinement in your heart as a parent, flexibility and so much more. Melissa is a traditional homeschool mom and has been for 11 years while Jennifer has always done part homeschooling / part on-campus schooling with her two boys. On this episode, Jen and Melissa share their personal experiences but also share so many words of wisdom about how to be a mother who desires to honor God in her parenthood. Follow along with encouraging quotes, verses, videos + more on IG @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Homeschool Curriculum Link: https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=TvpwfALbKLE

Five time Grammy-nominated artist, Matthew West, is talking with Lindsey Maestas today about how listening well has changed the way he does music and the impact that powerful stories have had on his own life. Matthew gets honest and discusses his own personal struggles with insecurity and empty striving in spite of his platform and success. They also talk about the important differentiation between seeking God's will and seeking God's stamp of approval on our will. Matthew West shares about his experience writing songs for esteemed artists like Rascal Flatts, Casting Crowns and Vince Gill and also sings to us as he shares one of the most powerful stories that impacted his music. We check in about his new and exciting project, The Matthew West Podcast, and he shares why he decided to pursue this new venture. Follow along with Matthew on Instagram @matthewjwest Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Singleness can suck sometimes. But my guest today, Kait Warman, is a single Christian woman in her 30's who believes that there is more to life than just being married and having kids. She wants to remind men and women that they can live a very full life, even in the midst of singleness. On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast with Lindsey Maestas, Kait and I talk about all of the things from co-dependency, expectations in new relationships and 'wishing' the wrong man or woman into changing and being 'the one', even when they aren't a good fit. Most importantly, we are discussing why singleness isn't a "disease", like society often makes it seem, and how you can use that time wisely to grow in joy and honor the Lord. Kait is a Los Angeles based author, relationship coach, online educator, speaker, podcaster, and founder of Heart of Dating. In 2018, Kait launched the Heart of Dating Podcast to start a conversation and navigate into the murky waters of dating with her fellow singles. Kait now helps hundreds of men and women on their journey through the conversations on her podcast, 1 on 1 relationship coaching, as well as her online dating and heartbreak courses. Follow along with Kait on Instagram or get a free 15-min coaching session with Kait! Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast for truth, encouragement & real life on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Jesus Culture's Kim Walker Smith is a grammy-nominated artist and today I'm feeling so thankful (and maybe fan-girling a little bit) because she is as lovely and kind as I imagined she would be. Kim's version of "How He Loves" has been viewed on YouTube over 23 million times and her new album, Wild Heart, will absolutely blow your mind! On this episode, Kim and I talk all about her past few years, how she walked through a very dry, desert season in her faith and how God brought her out of that season to create her new album, Wild Heart. She shares hilarious and relatable stories about how motherhood and being on stage have collided and why her husband has been the perfect fit for her unique lifestyle. We discuss how she has balanced faith in the thick of international fame, how she chose the first single from Wild Heart and she lets us in by sharing her favorite song on the album! I'm asking Kim some rapid fire questions near the end of the episode - including the craziest rumors she has heard about herself that weren't true, the greatest public misconception about her and Jesus Culture, and the greatest piece of advice she's received as a mother. Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram for truth, encouragement and real life @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

On today's emotional and heartfelt episode, I am sharing the lessons that I have learned, the wisdom that has been passed down from women who have gone before me in motherhood while also sharing the mistakes that I've made in my home. I talk about tuning into our children's emotional needs, my tendency to go from 0 to 100 with frustration and how I'm working through that. I discuss how our responses as parents help to mold our children and why the way that we talk to and about them (even when they're not around) is so important. Mommas, parenthood is a marathon, not a sprint. We will grow weary if we try to arrive, rather than allowing God to prune and mold us as we walk in the day-to-day of motherhood. Let's do this together. Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. She has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to understand theology, pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes.

I have always been on a fitness rollercoaster. You guys, I LOVE junk food. Way too much. And I am a busy, working, part-time stay-at-home momma and feel like I have zero time for working out. But I have noticed recently how much my lack of exercise or healthy eating impacts not only me, but my family as well. On today's quick episode, I am sharing 5 tips that truly help me when I feel like I have zero energy or motivation to work out. These are the small things that keep me going and keep me focused on my goals as a momma, a wife and a woman who desires to have self-confidence and gratitude in my life. 1 Timothy reminds us that bodily training is of value and our bodies are also referred to in scripture as a temple. God calls us to care for our bodies and care for ourselves. I think it's important that we are at least trying our best. Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. She has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes.

Marriage in the thick of Coronavirus hasn't been easy. And there are both disconnected and connected seasons in marriage. The closeness of relationships fluctuate - and that's entirely normal - but what matters most is how you respond to each season. On this episode, my husband, Jesse Maestas, and I openly and candidly discuss the struggles we have in our own relationship and the feeling of disconnect that we are currently facing. We talk about what helps us to feel more connected to one another when life is pulling us in opposite directions. We share the questions that we ask one another to help better understand and communicate. We talk about the importance of apologizing and repentance in relationships and how to argue or disagree in a healthy way. Jesse discusses the importance of pursuing your wife, date nights and why we (as wives) must realize that men cannot read our minds. It is important that we continue to build a biblical marriage with trust, respect and understanding - and we hope that our honest conversations encourage you to fight for the same. Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast with Lindsey Maestas, Lindsey talks with her friend, Jehava Brown, about how to talk with young children about racism. ⁣ ⁣ It's easy for us to say, "I will talk with my children once they get a bit older", but statistics show that children begin to see racial differences as young as toddler age, so they're acknowledging these differences before we have a chance to talk about them.⁣ ⁣ Jehava shares practical ways to have these conversations while pointing children back to the Gospel. She also discusses what her conversations with her boys have been like in her home and how kindness always leads the way. ⁣ Follow along with Linds and her family on Instagram @lindsey.maestas Get weekly quotes and inspiration on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey Follow along with Jehava: @onlygirl4boyz If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. She has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes.

We've had so much overwhelm lately. But what I don't feel like we've had enough of is hope and encouragement, and reminders that there is more than the eye can see. On this short episode, I'm sharing what God placed on my heart on my drive home last night. Whether you are lying down for bed or waking up and preparing for the day ahead, I am sharing Truth in hopes that it gives you rest and peace Friends, we need to remember who we are and our purpose - or we will quickly become broken and defeated. We are living for the Kingdom of God and not for what is temporary on this earth. Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. She has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Follow along with Linds and her family on Instagram @lindsey.maestas Follow along with Lindsey, her family and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you!

Jesse and I had the goal of owning rentals and flipping homes before we were married at the age of 21. We started by purchasing a very inexpensive home in a not-so-safe neighborhood (and getting broken into) - but the rest is history. On today's episode, I am sharing our story of how we got started with fixer uppers and purchasing rentals, where we invest our money and why we have so many savings accounts. I discuss our children's education fund, Dave Ramsey's motto of 'live like nobody else now so that you can live like nobody else' and how you can start super small. We use YouTube to figure a lot of things out and still have so much to learn, but by being faithful with our money, tithing and giving generously, we know that God will provide and guide us - and He will do the same for you! Follow along with @livingeasywithlindsey on Instagram for quotes, encouragement and episode updates! If you haven't had a chance to rate and review, please give a quick star rating and some feedback on iTunes. I appreciate you!

On Part Two of our Postpartum Psychosis with Lindsey Barnsley, she is discussing her experience in the psychiatric hospital. She talks about her theory about The Pope, her belief that construction workers were carpenters from the Bible and what she believed she escaped from. She talks about her experience with Child Protective Services and why her husband didn't tell her they were coming. Lindsey also discusses the importance of communicating with others during the postpartum experience and how she has found healing through this difficult experience. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe to, rate and review The Living Easy Podcast, please take a second to do so! Simply scroll down from the podcast on iTunes and give a star rating and comment. Your feedback is so appreciated! Follow along with Lindsey and The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey Follow along with Lindsey Barnsley: @lovingandlivingwithlindsey and on her blog https://www.lovingandlivingwithlindsey.com/

My real life friend, Lindsey Barnsley, is sharing her vulnerable experience as a normal momma with a newborn - going about her daily routine - to days later being in a mental institution for postpartum psychosis. She shares about the hallucinations that she had, the lies that she believed - which included a sex trafficking ring, familial sexual abuse, a "cheating spouse" and her experience in a psychiatric hospital while her newborn baby and toddler were at home. Postpartum Anxiety and Postpartum Depression are becoming more of a conversation, although most women still do not report mood changes after having a baby. Postpartum Psychosis is far more rare, and is the most severe form of postpartum psychiatric illness. It is a rare event that occurs in approximately 1 to 2 per 1000 women after childbirth. Its presentation is often dramatic, with onset of symptoms as early as the first 48 to 72 hours after delivery. We dig deep into topics like these to bring awareness and to remind women that they are never alone. Find Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasypodcast Follow along with Lindsey and her family at @lindsey.maestas Follow along with Lindsey Barnsley at @lovingandlivingwithlindsey

Studies show that men playing video games is cited as a cause in 15% of divorce cases. But video games aren't the only struggle - sports, time with friends cars and other hobbies can all create difficulty if not handled wisely. Marriage takes compromise - and that includes finding balance in activities that each person enjoys doing alone. Jesse and Lindsey have argued over the topic of hobbies since they were first married. But 8 1/2 years later, they are not perfect, but they have learned a lot. They share what they have gained from counselors and their own experiences, they discuss the changes that they've implemented to make life more enjoyable and how they have learned to use communication and shared responsibilities to create joy in their home. Follow along with Linds and her family on IG @lindsey.maestas Follow along with the podcast on IG @livingeasypodcast Please take a second to subscribe to, rate + review the podcast if you haven't yet! It only takes 30 seconds, but makes all the difference in the world!

My life was messy for a long time. Jumping from relationship to relationship, sexual promiscuity, unhealthy friendships and a heck of a lot of hurt. But God. On today's episode, I share my story in detail in hopes of reminding other girls and women that they aren't alone and that God does have a future and a hope for each one of you. If you have heard pieces of this story before, I encourage you to listen again. I have felt more freedom in this past year to share more honestly and openly about the people who have hurt me and how I have hurt myself - but most importantly, what I have learned through it all. I discuss how I started over with purity in my relationship with my now-husband and how we waited until marriage. I discuss the struggles that Jesse and I have had to overcome because of my past and how God has walked with me through it all. If you have struggled in any way with singleness, desiring attention, grieving past relationships or healing from sin, this message if for you. I pray it encourages you to see the mighty power of God through one small story. Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance, please take a second to subscribe to Living Easy! You will be notified of new, faith-based and honest episodes on Monday mornings. Also, please take a quick second to RATE + REVIEW The Living Easy Podcast on iTunes! Simply scroll down from the main podcast page and share your feedback. It is a tremendous blessing to me!

Amanda Ferguson bares her soul in this conversation about her messy childhood. She discusses how she learned, at a very young age, to numb her emotions and to not discuss the things that made her uncomfortable. She longed for a healthy relationship with her father as she watched her dad cook drugs in her kitchen and gamble away their money which perpetuated their battle of living in poverty. She shares the heartbreaking story of being sexually molested in the most unfathomable of locations. But God! Amanda also shares about her current pregnancy with her 4th baby, the healthy dynamic of her family and how she has taught her little ones to express her emotions openly. Your heart will break as you hear her story but you'll be filled with hope and encouragement as you see how God has helped her to heal in spite of her circumstances. Find Amanda on Instagram at: @mrsamandaferguson Listen to Amanda's podcast: The Amanda Ferguson Show. Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

After three miscarriages and three high-risk pregnancies, Desiree Maestas has faced a lot of heartache and confusion. Her complications have challenged and strengthened her relationship with God. On today's episode, Desiree (my sweet sister-in-law) shares the experience of her losses - both physical and emotional - and how having an Rh negative blood type has caused her body to treat her babies as foreign objects, and how she fought to keep them. Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Join The Friendship Thing, The Coffee Date Thing or The Bestie Thing on Patreon.com/livingeasy! Finding (and keeping) friendships as an adult isn't as easy as it used to be. But we heal when we have people. Loneliness has the same effect on mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes in a day. On today's episode, Rebekah Lyons discusses the causes and effects that loneliness has on us as individuals and the power that friendship has on our emotional development and stability. She discusses the importance of being vulnerable with one another (and how to open up when you aren't used to it) and the importance of being a friend who reciprocates feelings, conversation and intentionality. Find Rebekah Lyons on Instagram @rebekahlyons Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Physical and emotional self-care don't only include face masks and long, silent showers. We have the power to increase our joy and shift our perspective of life by the words that we speak (aloud and to ourselves), choosing self-discipline in the hard things (like meal planning and exercise) and being intentional with our sex lives. On this episode, Lindsey dives in to the importance of self control and 10 ways that you can increase your joy in this way. Join Lindsey's monthly Coffee Date Zoom Chats and other perks at patreon.com/livingeasy Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @lindsey.maestas Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasypodcast!

Just like they say on the airplane: It's important that you put your mask on first before you put anyone else's on. If you're taking good care of yourself, everyone else feels the effects. On part one of the 2-part series for Self Care, Lindsey is discussing 5 habits that every girl should have for the practice of self care. She discusses why you should write down what you're thankful for, why fasting is essential for the Christian (and how to do it properly according to God's word), how to unplug and offers fresh ideas for serving your neighbors and your loved ones. Follow along with Linds on Instagram: @lindsey.maestas Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasypodcast Have you rated

Isolation has been really difficult for so many of us - but why? Why is this so challenging to our minds and our hearts? We believe that knowledge is power and understanding the cause of the emotions that we're feeling can help us to overcome them through faith and wisdom. On today's episode, Jesse and Lindsey Maestas discuss a variety of causes of confusion and frustration - from relationship issues and parenting together to new life roles and a new normal. They strive to offer insight and encouragement to help you find comfort in knowing that you aren't alone in the many feelings that you may be experiencing and share reminders that will bring peace to your heart. Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast Follow along with Lindsey and her family! Check out Lindsey's blog with posts on faith, recipes, relationships and more!

Do you love this podcast? Buy Lindsey one monthly cup of coffee to help keep it going! Go to patreon.com/livingeasy! On today's episode, Rachel Van Kluyve and Lindsey Maestas are discussing what it's like to have fancy taste on a Target budget. They share their top tips for making a house your 'own' and finding your very own style. Rachel talks about her favorite places to shop for inexpensive home items and Lindsey shares 6 essential tips that everyone should know about home decor. Check out Rachel's Book: She Made Herself a Home: A Practical Guide to Design, Organize & Give Purpose to Your Space Follow The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram Hang out with Lindsey and her familyon Instagram Join Rachel Van Kluyve on Instagram Follow along with Rachel's new AirBnb

Do you enjoy The Living Easy Podcast's free content? Would you please consider donating a small monthly amount to contribute to the time spent creating each episode! Thank you! The struggle between extrovert and introvert is real! On episode 1 of this new mini-series, Lindsey talks with her husband, Jesse Maestas, about the many thoughts, projects and differences that they have navigated through in the thick of COVID-19. They discuss the silly things that they've begun doing together, the project list that you might want to take on (or not!) and the hopeful truths that they've been focusing on. Lindsey addresses idolatry and crutches and shares verses that she has memorized in this time. Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram Follow along with Lindsey If you haven't already, please take a second to SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW this podcast on iTunes! If you want to learn how, here's a quick tutorial!

Being a momma can be a rollercoaster of emotions and parenting alongside our spouses can sometimes feel the same. On today's episode, Jennie Lusko and I discuss overcoming mom guilt, instilling kindness and godliness in our children and what to do when our children grow up and actively choose sin. Jennie shares about the parenting tensions and disagreements that she and her husband, Pastor Levi Lusko, have had and how they have learn to come together as 'one' in those situations. She shares about her own sensitivities as a mom and how she has learned to find balance with those convictions. She discusses her new book, Fight to Flourish, and why she believes it is so important to not bloom where you're planted, but to water, weed and grow. She encourages women to 'be' right where God has them and to allow Him to do the work that only He can do. Psstt....Friends, if you wouldn't mind, would you please take a quick second to rate + review this podcast episode?! Just simply scroll down from the show or this episode on iTunes and give a quick star rating and a few words for a review! It helps me to continue on and to get great guests, like Jennie, on the show. Thank you x 1000! Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey Follow along with Jennie on Instagram Pre-Order Jennie's new book: The Fight to Flourish

Alanna Garcia has been one of my best friends for over 20 years. She is an old soul, a woman who pours wisdom into my life and leads her life with a heart of sincere compassion. We have seen the best and worst of one another, and one thing that we struggle with equally is fear of man, insecurity and striving for perfectionism. On today's episode, Alanna and I share vulnerably about their pasts and how fear and insecurity have impacted our lives and what we have learned from it. We talk about hyper-criticism, living authentically and how to stop apologizing for 'taking up space'. We laugh often and share our struggles and biblical encouragement in hopes that you will feel comfortable and challenged to move forward from the internal battles that you face as an individual. Find Alanna on Instagram Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast

Do you feel like you need a pretty coffee mug and picture-perfect setup before you can open your Bible? Do you rely on pretty Pinterest verses or Christian Instagram captions as the basis of your faith and knowledge of God? If so, you will quickly find that that won't outlast life's storms - and it surely won't offer you salvation or an assurance of your faith. On today's episode, Phylicia Masonheimer and Lindsey Maestas are discussing the importance of knowing God's word for yourself. She shares practical steps and tips regarding how to study the Bible and truly understand it on your own. Phylicia also discusses her new book, Stop Calling Me Beautiful, about finding soul-deep strength in a skin deep world. This book is full of SO much wisdom and challenging encouragement. It will leave you longing for more of Jesus - and nothing less. Find Phylicia on Instagram Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast Follow along with Lindsey Maestas

Friendships can be difficult. Sometimes they change and shift organically. Other times, they end painfully. On today's episode, Lindsey is sharing about her recent experience with two very difficult friendships that she has had to say goodbye to. She shares her sinful desire to talk about it again and again to make it 'go away' or to simply feel better and how she battled that. She discusses her longing for fairness and justice and how God re-directed her prayers which, in turn, re-directed her heart. If you have friendships that have changed seasons or are dealing with someone who has really hurt you, this episode will encourage and challenge you to place Jesus above all else. Follow along with me on Instagram.

Sometimes we just really get in our own way, don't we? We ignore God's calling on our lives because we're fearful, insecure or we don't even know where to begin. On today's episode, Dallas Woodburn is challenging us to stop overcomplicating our dreams and our goals. She talks about how we can be a blessing to others when we stop focusing inward and begin looking outward. She shares practical steps on how you can stop procrastinating, fight that Impostor Syndrome you've been facing and get out of your own way! Author Dallas Woodburn is an author of her own books and also has had multiple pieces of work in the famous book, Chicken Soup for the Soul. She wants to encourage people to not allow rejection or fear to dictate their lives, and that's exactly what she's doing on today's episode! Pre-Order Dallas' new novel The Best Week That Never Happened! Find Lindsey on Instagram at @lindsey.maestas and @livingeasypodcast!

God has recently placed it on my heart to build a life for my family, rather than allowing life to just happen to us. On today's episode, I am discussing 9 ways that we can create a wonderful childhood and a God-honoring and memorable life for our children. Watch the video recording of this podcast on YouTube! Pay attention to what they love and get involved Get present, get messy and get silly Get outdoors A gratitude journal and bedtime talk The dinner table Allow them to come to you with anything Traditions, Travel, Comfort Zones and New Experiences Serving Together Surround Yourself with Community Find me on Instagram and on Facebook! If you wouldn't mind, it would mean the world if you could take a second to scroll down from this page and give a star rating and quick review! :) Thank you!

Christian Therapist Quinn Kelly is a wife, mother of four, blogger, speaker, podcaster and licensed marriage and family therapist that is committed to encouraging others in life and faith. On this episode, Lindsey and Quinn are discussing the struggle of jealousy and envy and how it impacts us as a whole. They talk about their own personal struggles of witnessing the success of others, the ugly game of comparison and how to practically and biblically fight against the temptation to envy. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram Website: www.renewyoupodcast.com , www.sanctificationandspitup.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renewyoupodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SanctificationAndSpitup/

Sex is a God thing. Sex is a good thing. God created sex, not only for reproduction, but also for pleasure and for strengthening the emotional aspect of your marriage. In this episode, Jesse and Lindsey reference biblical scripture to encourage couples in their own sex lives. They give practical tips that will help you "spice it up" while also reminding listeners of the calling to respect and love God and one another above all else. They answer the question, "When is it okay to take a break from one another?" and discuss the 'I'm tired' response, being intentional and having FUN. Enjoy! ;) Follow Along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram!

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Megan McNamee from Feeding Littles answers ALL of our questions about feeding babies, toddlers and children! The questions include: How do I know if my toddler is getting enough nutrition in their meals? What are your top 3 pieces of advice to parents struggling with feeding their children? Should we let our kids go to bed hungry? What is an alternative to hiding vegetables in my children's food if they won't eat them any other way? What is baby-led weaning and what is your opinion on it? Where can my baby get their protein if they won't eat meat? What is your opinion on drinking cows milk from childhood and up to adulthood? How should I treat dessert? Online Courses Feeding Littles Instagram Living Easy Instagram

If you have ever wondered what it's like to be a foster parent, look no further! My friend, Amanda Carpenter, is talking about the good, the bad, the stigmas, the struggles and everything in between. She touches on the importance of sharing real life on social media and why "impressing is exhausting". Lindsey and Amanda discuss the 'white savior complex' and how it made its way into - and out of - Amanda's home and heart.

I wish I lived next door to Ashley Abercrombie. Her heart for people and for the TRUTH was so refreshing to me that I wanted to hear her talk for as long as I possibly could. Ashley is an author of an incredible, eye-opening book, Rise of the Truth Teller, and is an all-around faithful, wise and kind woman. On today's episode, Ashley shares the importance of telling the truth about ourselves, rather than telling everyone the truth about other people. She discusses the importance of opening up in vulnerability in order to find genuine freedom in your life. She asks the hard-hitting and important question: what does it mean to value integrity over image?

Beth McCord, from Your Enneagram Coach, simplifies the deep truths of the Enneagram from a biblical perspective. On this episode, Lindsey and Beth discuss communication styles, the number one thing that you need to know about each Enneagram number and how to use the Enneagram to truly strengthen and understand your relationships in a much deeper way. ____________________________________ Find Beth on: Instagram _____________________________________ Take Beth's Enneagram Test to discover your number

From small shops to departments stores, this Holiday 2019 Gift Guide was created for women who spend a lot of time serving others and working hard! I am also sharing three really great ways to keep this holiday season budget-friendly and to keep excessive toys at a minimum. _______________________________________________________________ For the kids: Cuddle + Kind Dolls Planted Seed Company MB Styled Toys and Decor For You: Sarah Lou Co. Throw Blanket Tumble Jewelry Impressing is Exhausting Cap Get Too Attached Sweater TRUFF Hot Sauce SPANX Leggings Charcuterie Boards Anthropologie Volcano Candle AWAY Luggage Madewell Jeans Lingerie Moonlight Pajamas