The Connected Life

What if a vulnerable conversation could be enough to foster the comfort needed to relieve panic and anxiety? Many of us have history's littered with painful and traumatic moments that impact our everyday lives. On difficult days, sometimes a loving presence and caring questions are just enough to free us from our funk, while bringing repair to parts of our past. In this episode Justin sits down with a grumpy gal named Abi, who isn't in the mood to do a podcast. Through thoughtful questions, Justin navigates Abi's swirl of emotions until they're able to shine a light on moments of trauma needing love and attention. Through a vulnerable recap of her history, Abi slowly softens until tender tears can be expressed. In this vulnerable and live healing experience, Justin and Abi discuss the impact of trauma on a person's life and model the simple, yet profound ways we can support someone we love in the midst of their messiness. If you've ever wanted to see a practical example of loving someone in a painful moment, without having to fix them, this episode is an informative roadmap filled with truth, transparency, and tenderness. Watch it now, your loved ones will thank you later. Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Also come join us for our once a year life transforming course, Living Fully Alive. Enroll now for Living Fully Alive 2024. Class starts March 13th: https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

In 2011 Brene Brown launched a cultural shifting TED Talk called The Power of Vulnerability. Now, with over 20 million views, her clinical research has validated what an entire emotional health industry had been spending years trying to help the world understand, that vulnerability is a vital key to connection and happiness. The question is, if it's so vital, how do we practically express vulnerability? In this episode Abi and Justin share about misperceptions of what people believe is vulnerability, while shining a light on practical ways to live vulnerably and build deeper connections. They open up about the fears they've had to face in order to live vulnerably while highlighting the incredible ways vulnerability has changed their lives. Lastly, they discuss the powerful role that boundaries play in creating a balanced life of vulnerability and how anyone can grow this impactful emotional muscle. Whether you're new to this concept, or a seasoned vet, this episode has thought-provoking ideas that are an invitation to create a life full of hope, healing, and goodness! Don't miss out. Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Also come join us for our once a year life transforming course, Living Fully Alive. Enroll now for Living Fully Alive 2024. Class starts March 13th: https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

We've all had times where we followed our intuition and it didn't work out the way we hoped it would. For many of us these kinds of disappointments can lead to not trusting ourselves. This breakdown in trust can feel like a safer route, but more often than not the consequences of not following our intuition can be a mundane life filled with regrets. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode Justin and Abi talk about he impact of following your intuition. They share hopeful stories of how their intuition paid off and stories where they got it wrong, yet found beauty in the midst of mistakes. They discuss the reasons people don't follow their intuition, the price you'll pay in order to do so, and what you'll gain by connecting in. If you're wanting to learn how live a life of experience, adventure, and fulfillment, this episode is full of thought provoking ideas to help guide you in that direction! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

At a young age many of us find ourselves losing our innocence through situations that leave us feeling unsafe. In order to protect ourselves, slowly over time, we unconsciously fortify our hearts. In the process we disconnect from a source of joy and wonder that is at the epicenter of creativity and life, in hopes of avoiding pain. In doing so we find ourselves living a mediocre existence. But what if it doesn't have to be that way? In this episode Justin and Abi shine a light on the child within. They discuss the reasons we find ourselves shut down to the goodness life has to offer, the ways we can reconnect, and beautiful aspects of what life can look like when safety is restored to our hearts. If you've ever felt like you're missing the ability to express your joy well and process your pain healthily, this episode will give you fantastic tips on how to begin coming alive through the child within! Don't miss out. Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

Disconnections in relationships are normal and to be expected. Yet, for many of us, the disconnections we often saw modeled to us growing up didn't end well. For so many, the experiences we've been exposed to are filled with unresolved pain that ends in further distance or no acknowledgement of the real problems at all. Because of this, being present in other people's conflict can be anxiety inducing, sending us into fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses. But what if we could sit down in the midst of someone's messiness and realize that everything can truly be okay? In this very candid episode Abi and Justin have taken their gloves off and they're ready to brawl. While sitting down to record a new podcast episode they find themselves disagreeing about the content, sending them into a triggered meltdown, and an adult time out. After sending their producer home, they bravely return to the studio to discuss their disconnect in real time in front of the cameras. In a moment that could be utter disaster, they share their unfiltered feelings as they pursue reconnection and discuss the ways they've grown in conflict. If you've ever had trouble reconnecting in a relationship you'll find this episode deeply relatable and freeing. Come take a listen and let the high stakes in conflict melt away! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

Our time on earth is limited and facing the reality of our mortality can feel scary or morbid. We can easily place our deaths in the back of our minds where we imagine them far off in some distant future and forget how precious each moment truly is. In the end of another person's life it's realistic to reflect not only on how they spent it, but also how we're spending the incredible gift we've been given. In this episode Abi and Justin sit down to discuss the recent loss of Abi's Uncle Johnny. Abi vulnerably shares about the sad, yet beautiful and redemptive ending to John's story that left her facing grief while finding healing. Together they celebrate how Johnny lived his life and reflect on the simple yet powerful ways his love left an impact on this world. Lastly, they reminisce about individual moments they had with him while exploring the what a life well lived can look like. If you're wanting to feel what it's like to experience beauty and redemption in the midst of tragedy, this episode will melt your heart and bring you comfort. Don't miss out! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

We've all found ourselves feeling an ache and an anger when we see and hear stories of injustice and violation perpetuated by people in authority, especially when we admire them. There are countless stories of abuse of power throughout all of our human institutions. This messiness can leave us feeling disillusioned and cause us to live reactive. But, what if we could foster a responsive lifestyle that creates healing, while addressing a course correction? In this episode Justin and Abi take a look at a recent clergy abuse scandal that left many feeling rocked to the core. Justin shares how this scandal has shined a fresh spotlight on the abuse he suffered and buried years ago. He discusses his response to seeking justice while addressing the check engine lights that could help avert these kind of disasters in every system. Together they examine the effects of power differentials in any institution, what unconventional justice can look like, and how healthy expressions of having a voice can bring repair to our suffering. If you've been impacted by the moral failings of others or participated in a moral failure that hurt others, this episode will be a fresh and empowering conversation that has the power to begin to restore hope in humanity. Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/ As promised: Here's the link to that video referenced in the episode: https://youtu.be/-w7EgLqA2Mc?si=27EIZk7AsHqXikE5

We all have histories laced with difficulties that leave an impact on us. Often times the people that play a role in perpetuating pain are the ones that matter most to us. In our formative years these experiences have a tendency to leave an imprint that lasts a lifetime. It's reasonable to want to pass judgment on those people and events, while swearing to never be or do them, but in doing so we often find ourselves replicating a cycle we're not so proud of. But what if letting go of our judgements and accepting we're equally messy is a vital step to healing and repair? In this episode Justin is joined by friend and fellow Life Consultant Rachel Hughes. Rachel shares about the repercussions of growing up in home with a bi-polar parent. She discusses her mental breakdown in her youth, the vows she's made to never be like her parent, the ways she mirrored her childhood in her marriage, and the road paved with humility, forgiveness, and compassion that was necessary to find resolve within herself. In a world filled with trauma, tragedy, and messiness, this episode holds keys to restoring dignity and innocence to our humanity and to those around us. If you're wanting love to triumph in the midst of darkness, this episode is just what you're looking for! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

Often times we find ourselves in unnecessary conflict all because of miscommunications. This can leave us feeling misunderstood, judged, and defeated. As humans we all have the ability to talk, but rarely are we trained in how to successfully communicate. It's easy to feel like we're the only ones having a tough time. But we're not alone, and honing one simple technique can easily leave us feeling like relational rockstars! In part two of this incredible two part series Abi and Justin take a deep dive into practical ways to implement narration into your communication style. They share tangible examples that make it easy to apply narration at home, with friends, in the work place, and in most circumstances you might find yourself in. If you want to become a master at navigating relationships successfully, this two part series will help make you BOSS SAUCE! You won't want to miss a second of it! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

Experiencing connection or conflict in most relationships usually comes down to one foundational issue, communication. Communication is at the epicenter of all human relationships, making it one of the most vital topics necessary to understand if we hope to be successful in our exchanges with one another. Unfortunately, most of us rarely consider the ways our communication style is affecting us getting the results we so desperately desires. But what if there were a few simple tweaks to the way we communicate that could dramatically altar the experiences we were having while getting us what we so deeply desired way more often? In this episode Justin and Abi dive into one the greatest communication hacks they've ever experienced. They discuss the ways their communication style has been disastrous, how their words have been detrimental towards one another, and practical steps they've taken to change the way they share and show up with each other. Lastly they give tips on how to implement this phenomenal communication hack into your own life so you can start building bridges, instead of burning them to the ground. If you're wanting to have successful conversations that lead to deeper connections where you feel heard and understood, while better hearing and understanding others, this episode is a GAME CHANGER! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

It's easy for many of us to find ourselves surviving seasons of life. As we pass through difficulties we can often find ourselves looking toward what the future brings without taking time to examine what was. But what if a healthy reflection of what we've been through is vital to framing the way we approach our future? In this episode Justin and Abi review their last season of life. They discuss how eliminating black and white thinking helps them to extract the beauty out of their circumstances, while creating room to properly grieve the difficulties. They share how judgements they've held towards their experiences have hindered the way they encounter love, while also examining the ways embracing their difficulties has been a gift that has grown them in the best of ways. Lastly, they share how healthy reflection can create an empowering narrative that forms the grit and resilience necessary to step into some of their deepest desires and dreams. If you're wanting to develop a hopeful lifestyle that will create sustainable peace regardless of the situations you face, this episode is monumental in doing so! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Sign-ups for Living Fully Alive 2024 are happening NOW! https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/

For many of us it's easy to live life from one day to the next getting bogged down by the demands and drama that we believe require our attention. We can get lost in goals and achievements, while finding ourselves missing out on vital moments that are designed to impact us and the world around us. But what happens when we take time to slow down and reflect on the love that we've received and given? In this powerful Christmas episode, Justin and Abi reflect on ways that love has been gifted to them through experiences with other people as well as the ways they've participated in loving others. They share how love is never wasted, even when relationships get messy or they're only momentary. Through answering 7 simple questions they model how you can connect to the beauty this life has to offer while making the most out of the love the exists all around you! If you're wanting to have a beautiful experience that inspires you as you step into the coming New Year, this episode is a fantastic way to make that happen! Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!

When we look at the difficulties in our lives, and see the suffering in the world, it's easy to feel like we've been abandoned and left all alone to survive. But what if in the midst of all the messiness there's a God that's always with us and deeply cares about us? In this episode Abi and Justin discuss the ways a good and radically loving God found His way into our humanity, starting by tangibly stepping into the human condition, and then further extending Himself into our individual experiences. They reflect on beautiful moments in their own journey where God connected to them through people, nature, circumstances, and miracles. Lastly, they discuss how our pain and suffering can blind us to God's involvement and how looking back on our story, with curious wonder, can often reveal the places He was especially close when we couldn't understand or see it. If you need encouragement and a friendly reminder that your life matters, this episode will give you confidence that you're not alone while shining a light on goodness in the most difficult circumstances. Don't miss out! Enrollment for Living Fully Alive 2024 is happening now! Check out https://justinandabi.com/courses/living-fully-alive/ to get enrolled. Class starts March 13th, 2024.

For most of us the idea of failure is filled with a sense of dread. It's often associated with shame, punishment, and disconnection. It often feels like is says something negative about who we are. But what if failure wasn't an abusive bully, but rather a friendly mentor rooting for us to succeed? In this episode Abi and Justin are joined by their good friend and owner of The Adventure Challenge, Bryant Ellis. Bryant discusses the toxic relationship many of us have with failure, the misconceptions that people have about it, and how failure became an intimate friend that has been foundational to his success. Together they share ways they've all grown through their failures and how a few simple changes in your perspective can forever alter the way you experience life. If you want to gain confidence and create momentum, this episode will help you adjust the way you see your messiest moments while giving you the courage to try things you've only dreamed of. Don't miss out! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are coming to a close! The deadline to apply is December 15th. Apply here ASAP: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Every family system comes with its own mess. Every sibling finds themselves playing a role whether it's assigned to them or they unconsciously take it on. Through these roles pain is perpetuated. In an environment where we should feel most known, we can feel the least seen. But what if our our siblings could be catalytic to feeling loved and understood? In this episode Justin takes a fascinating behind the scenes look into a family of twelve through the eyes of three siblings on independent journey's of emotional healing. Katie, Sarah, and Phillip open up about the roles they played in a large family, the different ways they react to conflict and pain, and the process of rediscovering each other as adults. Katie shares vulnerably about the difficulties of being a "parentified" child and, in an incredibly touching and heartfelt moment, Sarah and Phillip take time to acknowledge Katie in her pain of being the oldest. If you have siblings and have ever wanted a better connection with them, this episode will inspire you to have hope and to take steps towards repair with yourself and the ones you love and long to know. Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are coming to a close! The deadline to apply is December 15th. Apply here ASAP: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

We all have certain expectations of what our lives should look like both in the long term and the day to day. These expectations can often get us stuck in ways of living that leave us having an experience that can feel boring and mediocre. Change can be scary and disappointment can feel overwhelmingly painful, but can the unexpected actually be an invitation to pivot into an abundant life that gets fully lived? In this episode Justin and Abi open up about detours that became divine pivots in their lives. They share about unforeseen moments of pain and difficulty that changed their trajectory, their choices not to resist, and the resilience it produced. They discuss how childlike wonder takes moments of suffering and transforms them into opportunities to discover the truth of our being. Lastly, they explore the ways mystery and intrigue are vital to creating memorable lives just like they are to making great movies. If you're looking for an episode that will help you take the messiest moments of life and turn them into encouraging opportunities, this episode is JUST FOR YOU! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are coming to a close! Apply here ASAP: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

When it comes to success and self-help books, gratitude is often identified as a foundational key to the achievements and wellbeing of any individual. It's often suggested that gratitude plays a crucial role in the experience of happiness and joy a person has. But what if having gratitude transcends just having a good life and is vital to an eternal experience? In this Thanksgiving episode Justin sits down with Jonny Duffield to discuss gratitude from a unique angle. After much research and contemplation, Justin shares his eternal take on life, leaving Jonny to rethink many aspects of his perspective. Together they explore the necessity of building gratitude like a muscle, our addiction to misery, and the reasons we're here on earth. Lastly they tackle the subject of pain, the gifts that are waiting to be extracted out of every circumstance, no matter how messy it may be, and the ways gratitude can redeem even the worst situations. If you're ready to be challenged, and wanting to make drastic shifts to the way you experience life, this episode is an invitation, packed with life altering perspective, to start seeing the world through a fresh and liberating lens. Don't miss a second of it! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Creating a life of wholeness isn't for the faint of heart. Choosing to foster change and development can feel like a lonely road. The process is difficult and the end result is never perfection. No matter how much we grow, messiness is always part of our human experience. But the beauty of the journey is that we don't have to do it alone! In this Episode Abi and Justin chat with two friends that found each other in Life Consulting MasterClass, Amy and Emily. The two share about their emotional healing process and its impact on their families, how they became friends in the program, the risky decision to have a family vacation with one another, and the powerful ways they've grown over the last year. Amy describes the shocking response her son gave her after she had a meltdown and Emily opens up about one of the most transformational moments of her adult life. If you love hearing relatable stories that inspire you to take risks and break out of the box you've created for yourself, this episode is just what you're looking for! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

We've all had friendships where we've hurt others and they've hurt us. This is an inescapable part of humanity. When our messiness collides friendships can break us in a way that causes us to want to shut down and shut off towards connection. But what if there was love in friendships that could make us and restore the places that seemed permanently broken? In this episode Abi and Justin sit down with Desiree and Karen, two friends that found each other in Life Consulting MasterClass. Des and Karen discuss the necessary risks involved in building a new friendship, the beauty of not having to fix each other, and the power of having a strong sense of self. They also explore the impact of being in a safe environment and how the tools they've developed have been foundational to being completely honest. Together they share how their friendship has been vital to repairing and redeeming their past experiences. If you've ever needed hope for friendships, this episode will give you insight into what a friendship could be and perspective on ways that connection can heal you. This inspiring episode is a must! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

There are seasons in all of our lives where we feel so broken that we're willing to do almost anything to stop the pain. For many of us, being willing to allow love to have an impact on us is often the last thing we want to do. The exposure we feel when we begin to trust others with our stories, and our hearts, can feel so terrifying that it seems nearly impossible to say yes to. But what happens when we feel so safe in a community that we choose to risk letting our walls down? In this episode Abi sits down with two unlikely friends, Ryan and Phillip, an oil field worker and an environmentalist, to discuss how they found common ground in a wildly diverse community. The two share their journey of learning how to be their most authentic selves through letting others love them. Ryan opens up about his tragic loss and Phillip shares the story of his near death experience in heaven that forever changed the way Ryan sees life. This episode will leave you in tears as you hear how a community of kind and loving people can create a safe enough environment to redeem even the most broken circumstances. You WON'T want to miss out! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

In a culture of achievement, productivity, and purpose, it's possible to create a world where we've achieved our dreams, yet still feel like we're missing out on life. The internal drive we have towards an end goal can be filled with chaos, while peace is nothing more than an idea far in the distance. But what if we could experience a successful life built on rest and connection? In this episode Abi and Justin are joined by their friends and LCMC students Carly and Amos. Carly and Amos share about their lifestyle of radical love and entrepreneurship that has been full of accomplishment and impact, yet they've found themselves in burn out. They discuss the ways they've felt alone and trapped in the midst of an amazing life, and how the journey of learning to feel and connect to themselves has lead to living a whole spectrum lifestyle. If you're wanting to silence the chaos and get the most out of your time on earth, this episode will challenge you to rethink your approach, while inspiring you with practical ideas on how to find peace and enjoyment right now! Don't miss a second of it. Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

For many of us, when considering letting people into our lives, they're either all in or all out. Progressively letting people into our hearts is rare and when we do gradually let them in, we rarely have clarity on the terms governing the relationship. Because of this we can often feel anxious or easily betrayed, but what if the connections we build could be created around more deliberate conditions? In this episode Justin and Abi explore the reasons they let people close to them, how they navigate setting expectations for others and themselves, what they do when a relationship needs adjusting, and how clarity creates a lifestyle of stability. If you want to feel powerful in relationships, while expressing a heart of love and care for others, this episode is a must! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Many of us believe that creating a successful life is centered around outward goals and actions. Though this can yield favorable results, the end product can often feel empty and pointless. But what if deliberately posturing our heart in ways that ignite connection, creativity, and hope were just as vital to actually experiencing a sense of fulfillment? In part two of this two part series Justin and Abi take a look at 8 fundamental qualities that are necessary in the way we approach life if we want to feel and create a life well lived. They share how now matter where we're at economically, socially, or relationally, we can all foster a life that feels abundant and purposeful. If you want to create a life that feels like it's worth living, this two part series is perfect for challenging your paradigm and helping you to create new habits! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Success is often defined in the broader culture by enormous amounts of wealth, power, and notoriety. While this idea of success can feel tempting, it isn't necessarily fulfilling to most people. At the heart of success is a sense of fulfillment unique to every individual's life. And although it's a unique experience, there are components that universally play a part in every person's creation of it. In this two part series Justin and Abi sit down to discuss key foundations to creating a lifestyle of success. In part one they take a look at practical action steps every individual can take to experience the life they want to create. Though it's easy to get stuck in our ways and believe we are the way we are, the qualities described in this episode are something every person can develop. If you're wanting to get clarity on ways you can move your life closer to reflecting the hopes and dreams of your heart, this two part series is right up your alley! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

In part two of this two part series Justin and Abi's close friend, fellow Life Consultant, and clinical psychologist Ruth Outram joins the conversation once again. In this episode Ruth takes us deeper into the impact of her belief system on her financial wellbeing. She shares about her battle with shame and the intolerable emotions she fought to avoid like anxiety and worry. She also discusses her practical process of rewiring her beliefs through deliberate actions. Together they tackle the common humanity we all share in our struggles, the difference between avoidance and hyper-fixation, and how having a healthy view of God's nature can dramatically shift your life from lack to abundance. Lastly they take a look at the power of celebrating our victories while refusing to quit in any area of development. If you're wanting relief and clarity on your approach to finances, or want a healthy approach to rewiring any part of your belief system, this episode is right up your alley! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Money is a tricky topic for many people. Conversations around finances are often taboo and filled with shame and condemnation. If we have too little of it, we feel like a failure, if we have too much of it, we feel guilty. It's easy to live feeling like a prisoner to our emotions about money, but what if we could feel powerful and at peace with our finances? In this episode Justin and Abi are joined by their good friend and fellow Life Consultant Ruth Outram. Ruth opens up about her childhood and shares how the dynamics of her house shaped her view of finances. Together they discuss the places we disconnect from financial issues, the impeding doom many people feel regarding their futures, the ways we try to find safety through money, and the tremendous hope there is to correct all the things that feel broken and overwhelming. If you're wanting to get emotional resolve and redefine your relationship with money, this episode will help set you on the path to making simple, yet powerful decisions that will impact your emotions and your bank account. You won't want to miss a second of it! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Our attraction to others can often feel confusing and complicated. For many of us it's easy to judge ourselves for the things we don't understand about our desires. Without a better understanding of how we function it's easy to create conclusions about ourselves and our identities. But what if clarity about our attraction and sexuality could break shame and bring freedom? In this episode Abi and Justin sit down with their good friend who is a clinical psychologist training to get her doctorate, to discuss the dynamics of attraction. She shares how attraction is so much more than the limited view that culture has painted. She discusses the differences between adaptive and proceptive attraction and how being able to have curiosity with yourself and your attraction helps you to go on an authentic exploration of yourself, without the shaming shoulds. If you're wanting a better understanding of yourself, and the way you romantically connect in relationships, this episode will help you have a more healthy approach and a perspective that will help break shame. Don't miss out! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Can you imagine a world where you feel like a champ at fostering repair in conflict? When disconnection hits a relationship it can be really jarring. Without tools to reconnect we can feel overwhelmed, anxious, and out of control. It's easy to feel like we're failing, or just getting by. Sometimes, it can even feel hopeless and irreparable. But what if there were a few foundational principles that could set you up to feel like a boss at repair? In this episode Justin and Abi share about the failings and victories they've had in conflict with each other. They process the ways personal ownership, empathy, and compassion are vital to establishing a sense of safety and care fundamental to repairing a divide. They dive into the practical necessity of self-awareness and how narrating our inner emotions and intentions can be a game changer in difficult conversations. Lastly they discuss how we can become empowered in the repair process and feel successful regardless of how others show up. If you're wanting a practical approach to feel more confident in conflict, this episode will lower the stakes and give you a better understanding of yourself and others! You won't want to miss it! Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

We all desire a life filled with healthy connections. Unfortunately, the way we relate to others stops us from having the fulfillment we hope for. Oftentimes we assume the intent of other's words, actions, and decisions. These judgements leave massive room for misinterpretation, creating chaos and disconnection. But what if something as simple as curiosity could restore working relationships, friendships, families, and marriages? In this episode Justin and Abi explore reasons as to why we often lean towards assumptions rather than curiosity. They discuss how our interpretation of the emotional energy people emit isn't always indicative of their thoughts, feelings, and actions. They share ways our assumptions may not only be incorrect, but also damaging to ourselves and others. Together they paint a picture of how curiosity can be a breeding ground for grace, where healing and love can abound. If you're wanting to foster a life of love, vulnerability, and intimacy, this episode will give you a major building block to create the foundation you need! Applications for our Life Consulting Master Class 2024 are happening now! Apply here: https://justinandabi.com/courses/life-consulting-masterclass/ Also, don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

As humans, we have an immense capacity to do damage to ourselves and the ones we love. The darkness of our decisions can leave our lives bankrupt and seemingly beyond redemption. With no where to run, and no one to run to, it's easy to understand why many people give up all together. But, what happens when a miracle working Creator graciously intervenes in the most seemingly hopeless circumstances? In this episode, Justin sits down at a Wyoming Men's retreat for an awe-inspiring interview with a very special guest named Mike. Mike shares candidly about his history riddled with abuse, violence, and drugs. He opens up about the scandalous love of his Creator that met him at the brink of death and the undeserved grace that left him living in one of the most expensive zip codes in all of America. This episode is a hope filled reminder that the most broken situations can be turned into beautiful stories of restoration and redemption. No matter how much we've messed up, none of us are too far gone that we can't find our way to an abundant life through grace. If you only listen to one episode this year, let this be the one! Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

What if it was possible to experience happiness and deep connection to yourself and others in the midst of illness? If we've been alive long enough, there's a good chance that we, or a loved one, have been affected by some form of sickness. For many of us, the battle with health complications can take a toll not only our bodies, but on our emotions and the emotions of the ones we love. Sickness can leave people feeling disconnected and broken in many ways, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode Jonny and Pietze join the conversation to discuss their process of navigating Pietze's chronic health issues. They shine a light on the power of being honest about the circumstances, how triggers can intensify the trauma surrounding sickness, and how finding compassion for yourself and the person you love is vital to creating connection and hope in difficult times. If you're wanting a dose of encouragement and wisdom on how to navigate circumstances that are beyond your control, while deepening the connection with the people you love the most, this episode is just what you're looking for! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is open now until August 20th! Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

What if it's possible to experience and express life in a way that leaves a fulfilling impact on us and the ones we love the most? For many of us, life can feel like a painful and mundane prison sentence that we're forced to survive. Along the way we lose our spark of innocence and joy. It's easy to believe that this is just the way life is, but what if it's meant to be so much more? In this episode Justin and Abi dive into a vision casting conversation about the future of The Connected Life. They discuss the hope they have for all listeners to break free from apathy and experience a life filled with repair and redemption. They explore the possibilities of what a connected life could truly yield. Together they cast vision for the miraculous ways the knowledge of a loving creator can ignite adventure and create a beautiful story out of the messiest parts of our humanity. If you're wanting a dose of encouragement that will help shatter limitations, while igniting a spark of hope for a for an engaging and fulfilled life, this episode is just what you're looking for! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is open now until August 16th! Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Fostering an environment of love and connection within a community isn't easy. Creating a culture of authentic and powerful people requires a commitment to humility that can leave room for misunderstandings, judgments, and loss, leaving us wondering if it's even worth it. But what happens when emotional healing paves the way for miraculous experiences that change the course of our lives forever? In one of the most inspiring episodes to date, Tiffany Matthews, co-senior leader of The Gate Church, joins the conversation to share the story of her emotional health revival and the impact it had on her community as a spiritual leader. She opens up about the difficulties of finding her voice in her marriage and as a leader, the pains of stewarding an evolving culture, and how emotional health is a foundational spiritual practice that sets the stage for literal miracles that create compounding healing and freedom. If you're wanting to hear a story that shatters the boxes of mundane living, this episode is an invitation to a miraculous lifestyle that blows the ceiling off what you thought was possible. You definitely won't want to miss this conversation! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is open now until August 16th! Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

What if our resistance to the inevitable was a root of unnecessary suffering and trauma? Often life has a way of delivering us circumstances that are different than we imagined. It's easy to attempt to resist the reality in front of us in hopes of things changing, but they rarely do. Finding our power in all situations is possible and highly likely if we're willing to make simple adjustments to our approach. In this episode Jonny and Pietze join the conversation once again to discuss the ways our circumstances are working for us if we're willing to embrace the truth of what is. They talk about the process of learning to make peace with and participate powerfully in situations that aren't ideal. They examine how a denial of reality perpetuates problems, creates chaos, and limits resolution, while acknowledging reality creates a sense of safety in our bodies and clarity in our minds. If you're wanting more peace, hope, and joy as you navigate and overcome the obstacles in your life, this episode is just what you need to make that a reality! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Many of us are unknowingly living in resistance to the healing process, and for good reason. Awakening to the reality of our lives feels uncomfortable and scary. Often times we fear experiences and feelings that we hope to avoid. But what if the things we're scared of having to face are already happening and denial is simply keeping us from getting out of the hell we're already living in? In this episode Jonny and Pietze join Justin and Abi to discuss the price we have to pay in order to experience an abundant life. They explore the necessity of vulnerability in relationships and the impact love has on healing. They talk about the power of humble ownership and fostering a culture where it's safe and normal to be imperfect. They redefine success in the healing journey while dismantling the myth that perfection is the end goal. Together they share how the power of forgiveness is revealed in the acknowledgment of our messiness. As we accept that perfect people don't need a perfect God, but imperfect people do, radical love restores us to the truth of who we were always created to be. If you're wanting to gain hope, clarity, and confidence as you're working through the craziness of life, this episode is just what you need to lower the stakes and get equipped to keep moving forward! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

For most of us, managing our emotions is often the most difficult thing we face in life. We all have tendencies to react in ways that don't represent our intentions, or our heart towards others. For parents, attempting to guide children through their emotions is especially difficult. But what if there was a way to navigate our feelings well and model behavior that could change the trajectory of a child's emotional wellbeing? In part 4 of this series Jonny and Pietze return to help foster an understanding of how to develop a deep self-awareness and create clarity on emotional escalation. They lay a practical foundation to help parents and children identify their emotions, while discussing how to get a healthy release from overwhelming feelings. They discuss ways to create safety within ourselves that will help cultivate safety for others. If you want to create a thriving environment where you better understand yourself, and can communicate your emotions more clearly, this episode will equip young and old alike with practical and empowering steps to do so! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

Anxiety is a universal human experience. Most of us are unequipped to know how to navigate and overcome it. Many of us learn at a young age how to dissociate, stuff the fear, and numb out. The long term affects are disconnection, panic attacks, and destructive coping mechanisms. But, what if families could get equipped with tools to move through anxiety and establish a culture of regulation and peace? In part 3 of this series Jonny and Pietze return to share about their process of tackling anxiety in their home. They look at the affects of their own emotions on their children, the ways they foster safety, and how they found their power as a parent in overwhelming circumstances. They discuss how they've compassionately responded to their kids anxiety, while helping them to develop resilience and fortitude to move through difficulties. Together they graciously examine the hurdles we all face as we learn to move through anxiety in the midst of our messiness. If you've ever battled with anxiety you're not alone. This episode will help you to connect with compassion for yourself, your childhood, and others, while highlighting ways to engage the world moving forward. Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

With the overwhelming demands of life, most parents can barely survive their own emotions, let alone navigate their children's ups and downs. It's natural to want to train a child to be compliant, but what if the long-term results were emotionally stunted adults who are incapable of processing through emotions? What if there was an approach that could build trust and partnership, while creating lasting success for years to come? In part 2 of this series Jonny and Pietze invite us to join their Disneyland trip from hell, where everything that could go wrong did, but it didn't cripple the families connection. They share about their failed attempts to manage their emotions, while navigating the kids' unavoidable meltdowns. They explore the difference between compliance and resilience and how to move through an emotion rather than staying stuck in it. They discuss how resistance to accept the reality of a circumstance only intensifies problems. They give practical examples of taking ownership for their mistakes and how modeling this impacts the family. Lastly, they shine light on how your worst moments can become the greatest keys to developing safety and connection for everyone! If you're wanting to become a healthy and empowered person that can create a loving and safe environment for your friends and family, this series will give you practical examples and tools necessary to get the process rolling! Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to download your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

No family is without its messiness. Most homes have their cycles of intensity, silence, disconnection, and chaos. Emotions are either shut down or dominate the culture. But what if there was hope to rewire even the most difficult situations and establish healthy expressions of emotions and ways to relate? In part 1 of this series, Pietze and Jonny join the show. They talk with Justin and Abi about their process of creating a connected family in the midst of chaotic life circumstances that were beyond their control. They discuss how practical steps can empower parents to make a lasting change in themselves and their children, without losing the house to domination or passivity. They cast vision for how regulation techniques can create healing and connection between spouses, while establishing a culture vital to the success of every family. Through hearing what humble ownership, compassion, and loving parenting can look like, this episode is an invitation to a healing experience for every listener. Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/ Don't forget to watch your FREE Life Consulting MasterClass Validation Session: CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

For most of us, fulfillment is something that hangs from a string, off in the distance, just out of our grasp. We wait until the stars have aligned, and our list of expectations have been checked off, in order to be happy. Until then, we live dissatisfied and frustrated about the life right in front of us. But, what if it was possible to come alive to the goodness right now? In this episode Pietze and Jonny join Abi and Justin to discuss the chaos that emerged from lofty life expectations. They explore the impact these expectations had on the children and the pain it perpetuated in their marriage. Jonny shares about the torment that haunted him in his perceived pursuit of greatness. Together they layout the ways they broke free from the prison of their mind and how embracing the present moment has amplified happiness and joy for their entire family. If you're wanting to create a fulfilled lifestyle now, this episode will shine a light on the many blindspots most of us have that keep us from all that we want. This is a MUST share episode. Also, enrollment for The Pathway to Freedom 2023 is now open. Sign up now: https://justinandabi.com/courses/the-pathway-to-freedom/

Every mother and daughter have their own unique story. The desire to have a healthy connection is universal but the reality of that kind of relationship is often different. For mothers and daughters that have a history of messiness it can sometimes feel difficult to navigate the muddy waters, if not impossible all together. But what if there were practical steps and a story that could infuse hope into the possibility of restoration? In this episode Justin and Abi are joined by Melanie and her daughter Amanda. The two open up about their strained relationship that grew from Melanie's lifestyle of fear and her need to control. Amanda shares about her process of slowly and silently shutting down to the point of having no connection at all. Together they discuss how Melanie's personal healing journey, and the process of writing a book together, bloomed into a deep connection and an understanding of each other. If you're wanting to hear a heartwarming story of hope and restoration that reminds you of the goodness and possibilities in this world, this episode is a MUST! And if you're wanting your FREE checklist mentioned in the episode, along with a notification on the release of this amazing book you can click here to get connected! Signs for The Pathway to Freedom and applications for our 10-month Life Consulting MasterClass are happening now! Head to justinandabi.com to learn more.

Physical sickness and pain are universally part of every human's life. If we live long enough, we're bound to experience our own sufferings or the sufferings of a loved one. Oftentimes we can feel inadequate to help, or judged by those that care about our condition. Suffering is difficult for everyone involved, but what if there is plenty of grace for ourselves and others in the midst of all the messiness? In this episode Abi and Justin are joined by their close friend and Psychologist, Ruth Outram. Abi continues her process of opening up about her chronic health issues, the ways she's abandoned herself in the name of faith, and how she's spent a lifetime of attempting to be unaffected by the experiences and judgments she's faced along the way. Ruth shares about her participation as a psychologist and the ways we all feel inadequate and affected by the sufferings of those we care about. Together they discuss the gracious ways we can all create a space of love and understanding, free from blame and offense, in the midst of seemingly powerless circumstances. If you've ever had to hold space for someone that's suffering, or been the one suffering, this episode will help you find compassion and understanding for yourself and everyone involved!

Most of us are unaware that our nervous system has a radical impact on the story we tell ourselves about our day to day experiences. Traumatic events have ongoing affects in our body that can profoundly affect our sense of reality and our interpretation of relational exchanges. What if tending to our bodies had the power to redefine not only our experiences, but also our relationships? In this episode Abi sits down with her good friend and fellow Life Consultant Rachel Hughes. They discuss how your body holds on to trauma, the powerful affects of learning how to purposely regulate your body, and the helpful technique of resourcing or glimmers. Together they share strategies they've used to work through trauma, different ways to train your body to experience safety, and how regulation has affected Abi in her health journey. If you're looking to get a better understanding of yourself from a holistic perspective, this episode will set a vital foundation in your pursuit of wholeness!

Rarely do we understand the far reaching affects of our spiritual beliefs on our psychological wellbeing. Under close examination, participating in any faith institution can have beautiful and messy repercussions in our lives. Understanding what we believe about the Source that created us is necessary to managing and healing our emotional state. In this episode Rachel Hughes, a good friend and fellow Life Consultant, joins Abi and Justin. Abi shares about the affects her spiritual beliefs have had on her journey to physical healing and the impact that's had on her mental health. Rachel opens up about the influence her own beliefs had on the loss of her mother-in-law. Together they dialogue about deconstructing the religious beliefs that hurt them, the hardships that have shaken the pillars of their faith, the hope they've found through redefining their view of God, and how pain can eclipse our view of a loving and involved Creator. If you've ever wondered how your beliefs about God affect your life, this episode will help you better understand yourself and have compassion on your story.

For most of us adults it's easy to find ourselves resentful, disappointed, and cynical. The childlikeness and pleasure that we once had seems to have been stolen through our sufferings. We can find ourselves numb and just getting by. What if, however, there was hope to restore the joy, pleasure, and innocence we've seemingly lost? In this episode Justin and Abi highlight how our child self is unconsciously driving our adult lives. They give powerful tips on how to resolve the pain that's surfacing. They discuss the difference between the childishness we all exhibit and the childlikeness that is necessary to restore the creativity and happiness we've lost along the way. If you're looking to add goodness to your life, this episode will give you hope and practical ideas to begin the process of rewiring the way you live!

At the core of all humans there is a longing to belong and feel loved. To feel securely attached is to feel secure in love and connection. It's easy for many of us to feel shaken and insecure in life when our attachments seem threatened. Many of us can feel tossed about by the ebbs and flows of our relationships. But what if there was a promise that we could feel securely connected at all times? In this episode Justin and Abi discuss the radical power of feeling connected to a loving God that is unrelenting in his affection for each of us. They explore ways that repairing our understanding of God, and letting go of our right to judge, can create stability, confidence, and the courage to risk wildly. If you're wanting to hear about a hopeful view of God, that has the power to practically impact your life, this episode is just what you're looking for!

For most of us, certain realities of our lives seem easier to face when we turn our heads and deny their existence. The thought of accepting the truth of our current experience can feel overwhelming and defeating. We even have a tendency to believe that acceptance leaves us powerless. But, what if acceptance is the first step to creating clarity and hope? In this episode Abi and Justin examine how resisting the facts of our reality leave us crippled and hopeless. They look at the ways acceptance is the doorway to finding joy and learning how to come alive. They explore how power is found in the wisdom to know the difference between what we can't change and what we can change. If you're wanting courage to face something in your life that you've been avoiding, this episode will remind you that you're not alone and that you can take immediate steps to change the course of your circumstances right now!

Human trafficking globally is an estimated $150 billion a year industry. With estimates of 25-40 million people being trafficked at any given time, this business of modern day slavery is vastly under exposed. In such a large and nefarious enterprise, largely affecting the likes of vulnerable women and children, it's easy to turn a blind eye to something that seems impossible to impact, but what if it wasn't so impossible? In this episode Justin is joined by his good friend, Benji Nolot, an abolitionist and filmmaker. Benji discusses his work exposing the trafficking industry, how he was inspired, the personal affects this work has had on his life, his most recent film Buying Her, and how we can all participate in ending the demand that fuels modern day slavery. If you have a desire to see justice and freedom for victims of oppression, this episode will move you, inspire you, and help you better understand the role you can play in bringing hope to the darkest parts of this world. This is a MUST listen to and SHARE episode!

Each of us have those times in life where we feel devastated to the core. Tragedy strikes and just getting out of bed feels impossible, yet seemingly triumphant. Sometimes it's so tough it can feel like we'll never bounce back. But what if in one year things would feel different? In this episode Justin is joined by his friend, and entrepreneur, Rebecca Bender. Rebecca, a sex trafficking survivor, shares candidly about her life on the the other side of her six years in the sex industry. She looks at the fairytale life people wanted for her, and the pieces she's spent picking up over the last year and a half when her marriage didn't have the Hollywood ending everyone hoped for. Rebecca offers hope and perspective for anyone that has gone, or is going through pain they didn't plan for. If you're wanting to live a life of victory, this episode will lend you bravery and courage to face things you never thought possible. Be sure to share it with all those in need!

They say hindsight is 20/20. For many of us, it's not always clear that we're going to be okay, or that goodness is all around us, until we reflect on our past. The many things that should have destroyed us didn't, and the times we thought we were on our own, grace showed up in the form of people that helped us. Sometimes stories of goodness are the inspiring shoulder we need to lean on when we don't feel like we can take another step! In this episode Justin and his close friend Marcus Miller sit down to talk about beautiful stories, filled with goodness, from their own lives. They reflect on times of being scared and hopeless, while exploring the profound impact trust has had on their journeys. Together they discuss the powerful ways their belief in a really good Heavenly Papa has changed their lives for the better. If you could use a dose of hope and joy, this episode is the boost you didn't know you needed! Be sure to listen and dob't forget to share it with all the people you want to see inspired!