Have you ever met those people that just feel like sunshine? Allyson is one of them! She radiates the light of Jesus and today she’s reminding us that we can (and should) too. The world needs your unique light and your story is what God will use to shine His light in the world. Allyson’s new book, Arise and Shine, is amazing for all women in any season with such timely reminders and encouragement about how to be a light that ignites hope in a dark world.    Connect with Allyson    Come hang...

Let’s call this one another entry in the “Couch Chats” series - where we pull back the curtain and talk about life, as if you were sitting on my couch having coffee with me.    If we’re honest, the first few months of the year have been hard for us, and maybe you can relate. Which is why today I want to share some encouragement around “getting your hopes up” even if that might feel impossible right now. BEcause here’s what I know to be true: God is in the business of working everything...

Join us today for an uplifting chat with Sarah Bragg as we discuss her brand new book, “Is Everyone Happier Than Me?” and explore the art of embracing our current season and discovering joy in the everyday. From prioritizing creativity in motherhood to navigating the impact of social media on our perceptions, Sarah offers practical insights to cultivate a positive mindset and find contentment right where we are.    Get ready to be inspired and encouraged as we uncover actionable takeaways for...

Max Lucado joins us today to discuss his latest children’s book, "Just In Case You Ever Feel Alone." Delving into the pressing issue of loneliness, we explore the factors contributing to this pervasive feeling in today's generation. From our jam-packed schedules to societal shifts, we uncover how these elements impact not only ourselves but also our children. Max shares invaluable insights on navigating conversations about loneliness with our kids and offers practical tools for addressing...

What you look for, you will find. If you look for the good, you’ll find the good. I’ve seen this to be true time and time again - what we focus on matters. So today, I’m sharing with you one of my favorite ways to put this into practice in my day to day life. I call it, “going on a joy hunt”, and we’re going to talk about how to hunt for the joy in our everyday lives. Because where we find joy, we find God’s hand at work.    Get updates  Connect with me on Instagram!  Advertising Inquiries:...

Kellie Bullard joins us today for a conversation on her story of finding hope again after experiencing unimaginable heartbreak with the unexpected loss of her husband. Kellie shares about how she found hope again, the reality of living with grief, and so much more wisdom that I know will be helpful for you whether you’re grieving yourself, or someone you know is. So lean in and enjoy this episode with Kellie Bullard. Connect with Kellie Advertising Inquiries:...

In honor of February and the month of love, we’re going to talk about how to love yourself through the hardest parts of motherhood. The parts where you feel like you dont know yourself anymore, the parts where you don’t recognize yourself, the parts where you feel like you can’t do this - we’re talking about all of it today, and my prayer is that you walk away with a few more tools to help you love and take care of yourself in this season of life. Grab the Discipleship Simplified guide

Lyndsey Mimnagh is joining us today to talk about all things homeschool! We talk about her story of how she dipped her toes in homeschooling and eventually started her homeschool resource and curriculum company, Treehouse Schoolhouse, homeschooling kids of different ages at the same time, and Lyndsey also answers some of the biggest questions and fears parents often face when deciding whether or not to homeschool. If you’re on the fence about homeschool, get ready to be encouraged and...

Have you ever had a dream but had no idea where to start? Today’s guest, Polly Payne, knows a thing or two about how that feels! Polly launched her first Dream Planner with little experience ever creating paper products, but a whole lot of hope and faith in the purpose God had placed in her heart – to create beautiful planners that help Christian women fulfill their own dreams. Polly is the founder of Horacio Printing and host of the Dream Printing Podcast. She coaches thousands of women on...

In our weakness, He is strong. A simple truth so easily forgotten, which is why I am honored to be bringing Emily Jensen on today to discuss weakness and what to do when we feel weak. While no one ever wants to feel weak, the reality is we all face these feelings at some point, so it’s important to know what to do when we come face to face with our weakness and, more importantly, what God says about it. Emily Jensen is the cohost of Risen Motherhood podcast, co-author of the book Risen...

Making friends as a mom isn’t easy. You’re busy, you’re tired, and if you’re anything like me there’s a high chance you’re knee deep in the throes of the toddler years and you’ve just about forgotten how to talk to grownups altogether. But the truth is, even though it’s hard, making an effort to build good friendships is always worth it because we were created to be in community with one another. If you’ve been praying for friends, keep praying, and also don’t be afraid to be the one to...

What if you took a different approach to your health this year? What if you chose grace instead of guilt? Today Robin Long, founder of Lindywell and author of Well To The Core, joins us for a conversation on how to do just that.   As a Pilates instructor, author, business owner, and mom of 4, Robin is no stranger to the rollercoasters of toxic diet culture, the pendulum swing of health trends, and how difficult it can be to prioritize taking care of yourself as moms.   In this episode, we...

When it comes to our kids, discipleship often feels like this big, intimidating thing that we know we need to do but we’re not quite sure how to do. Right? Here’s the good news, friend: discipleship is actually quite simple, and it’s not something we need to stress about or feel pressure about. It’s less about the big, planned moments and more about you as a parent making the conscious decision to center your life around Christ. When you make Christ the center of your home, discipleship is...

Biblical boundaries, burnout, and loving people well - yep, we’re going there today with Courtney Burg. Courtney is the author of her brand new book Loyal To A Fault and founder of Discover Your Worth, an online membership designed to support women with practical tools to break free from codependency while establishing a healthy boundary practice. She’s a mom of 4 in the thick of motherhood just like you and I, and she’s here to talk with us about how setting boundaries is how we love people...

This time of year, there is often a lot of pressure and weight on us mamas to do and be everything for everyone. We’ve got presents to buy, decorations to be hung, parties to host, treats to bake, and the list goes on. If we’re not careful, we’ll get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of the most wonderful time of the year that we’ll forget to ever stop and wonder at the magnificence of the reason why we celebrate in the first place - that little baby that was laid in a manger all those...

Overwhelm is something we all face, but it’s not something we need to try to avoid or outrun. You will experience overwhelm in life, that’s a guarantee, but overwhelm is a feeling to acknowledge, not a place to camp out and take on as an identity. So instead of trying to figure out how to avoid it, in this episode we’re going to talk about how to move through it, lean into it and give it the attention it deserves, and continue on forward because just like every other feeling we experience,...

We’re all trying our best to handle it all, whatever “it” is for you. Motherhood, family, work life. Balancing home and kids and social activities and all the things. It can feel sort of impossible to handle it all, right? Friend, I’ve got good news - you and I were never created to handle it all on our own. We were created to be in community with the Lord, walking with him, working with him, and inviting him into every portion of our lives as we cast our cares on Him.   One of the best ways...

Friendship is TOUGH! There, I said it. Today on the podcast, Elizabeth Laing Thompson is joining us to talk through all the questions we’ve all been asking about friendship - how to make new friends, how to nurture lifelong friendships, and what to do when friendships fall apart. In Elizabeth’s brand new book When a Friendship Falls Apart, she comes alongside readers as they process their struggling friendships—the faltering, the fractured, and the failed. Blending personal story, biblical...

Joy Filled turns THREE today!! Listen in for a fun, unscripted episode as we talk about where we've been, where we're going, and all God has done over the last three years.   Head into the Joy Filled Facebook community to enter the birthday giveaway HERE!

Three years ago this month I launched The Joy Filled Podcast after spending just a few short months researching and learning about how in the world I'd actually launch a podcast. In that research, I stumbled upon a podcast by my now mentor and friend, Stefanie Gass, who taught me so much of what I know about podcasting today.   Stefanie Gass is a Christian business and podcast coach, boundary boss, boy mom, and multi-six-figure CEO. She helps women grow their online businesses and make money...

I’m sure you’ve been there. You want to show up and be who you’re made to be, step into your purpose, do the things you’re called to do (or even just the things you’re *supposed* to do), but you just can’t find it in you to actually *do* the things. I know I can’t be the only one who has gone through seasons where it’s hard to find motivation to even get a meal on the table, let alone all the other stuff. Wondering, how do I do it? How do I show up for all the things that need to be done, all...

One of the things that has been absolutely pivotal for me in motherhood is understanding and prioritizing nutrition and the role proper nutrition plays in my hormones, energy, mood, mental clarity, and so many other things. For a long time I was the mom surviving on 3-4 cups of coffee and maybe one real meal a day, and I was also exhausted, overwhelmed, and worn out most days. I thought that was normal. I thought that's just how it was for moms. But over the past year or so I've learned a lot...

With the rise of the homemaker "aesthetic" of pretty dresses, beautiful kitchens, and freshly baked sourdough on social media comes *lots* of different feelings - am I right? While it’s a beautiful thing to be inspired by so many amazing women who do a wonderful job of sharing their homemaking, it can also leave you wondering, am I doing this right? Am I really a homemaker if my reality doesn’t look like that.   Here’s the thing - I love the homemaker aesthetic. I think wearing dresses makes...

Is burnout normal? Does it come with the territory of motherhood? Is this just the way it is? These are all questions I’ve wondered and I’m sure you have too. And while a busy and full life is a part of the deal – burnout doesn’t have to be. It IS possible to live our full lives, manage our homes, kids, and schedules, and take care of all the to-dos without burning out. The answer to avoiding burnout is simpler than you might think and no, it’s not a 5 step self care routine followed by an...

If you’ve been searching for a way to start making real money from home so that you can have the freedom to be home with your kids but you have no idea where to start, this episode is for you. Today’s guest is an absolute powerhouse of knowledge in helping moms bring in income from home by using the gifts and abilities they already have, and without building a “personal brand”.   Micala Quinn has helped over 2,000 moms start, grow, and scale their own freelance business, which in turn gives...