Have you ever sat at Thanksgiving wishing it felt more like home and less like a performance? In this episode, I share my own Thanksgiving journey — from childhood chaos in Grandma’s bustling kitchen, to quiet, lonely single‑mom holidays, to rebuilding traditions rooted in love and laughter.

We lean into Psalm 107 to explore how God meets us when we feel lost, when we cry out, and when we’re finally being filled again.

Whether this Thanksgiving feels heavy or hopeful, we’ll reflect together with gentle questions to help you name where you are and what your heart truly longs for.

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Family mealtimes don’t have to feel stressful, rushed, or guilt-filled. In this episode, we explore simple rhythms that bring peace back to dinner, build deeper family connection, and create a home where everyone can breathe again. Discover practical meal planning ideas, biblical encouragement, and gentle wisdom for Christian moms who want meaningful connection around the table—without overwhelm.

Today we’re talking about “Simple Rhythms For Family Mealtimes That Build Connection,” and friend…this one is straight from my heart 💝.

I know what it feels like to want to create meaningful moments at home but feel caught in survival mode. I’ve lived the busy-mom dinner hustle, the eating-in-shifts season, and the “cereal counts as a meal tonight (ok, I know everyone loves those nights, especially when all you have is the sugary sweet stuff)…right?” days.

But here’s the good news: connection doesn’t come from gourmet meals—it comes from presence. And when we bring just a little order and peace into our meal planning, we make room for God to meet us at the table.

In this episode we’ll talk about:

• Why the table matters more than ever in this hurried, distracted world

• Biblical encouragement from Isaiah 58 and Matthew 11 about the unforced rhythms of grace

• How hospitality starts right inside our own homes

• Simple, doable meal planning rhythms that save time, bring peace, and create consistency

• Gentle, shame-free ways to make everyday dinners feel special (yes, even hotdogs + mac and cheese!)

• How mealtimes become a place of healing, laughter, deeper conversations, and spiritual formation

You’ll also hear a few personal stories—candles on the table, picnic dinners on the floor, breakfast at night—and how God used those ordinary moments to shape the heart of our family.

If you’ve been longing for more connection at home but you feel overwhelmed or stretched thin…this episode will breathe hope right into your kitchen.

And don’t forget to download my free Meal Planning Bundle—it’s the easiest, most grace-filled way to simplify your meals so you can be fully present around the table.

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What happens to the holidays when mom finally gets still? Discover how peace and presence can be restored when we stop striving and start listening to the heart of God.

In this heartfelt episode, Misty Hughes shares her personal story of rediscovering peace, purpose, and presence during one of the hardest seasons of her life. You’ll be invited to pause the hustle, breathe deeply, and hear God’s gentle invitation to “Be still and know that I am God.”

If your holiday season often feels like one long to-do list, this conversation will meet you in that space. You’ll be encouraged to slow down, breathe deep, and make space to hear God’s voice again.

Misty shares what it looked like to rediscover joy and connection through simple family rhythms and sacred pauses that restored her peace.

This isn’t another checklist — it’s an invitation to come home to your heart, to your family, and to the One who holds it all together.

🎧 Listen in and discover what happens when you finally get still.

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Are you tired of feeling like your family’s rhythm changes faster than you can catch your breath?Physical therapist and military spouse Amanda Rabin shares how she went from sobbing in traffic, unable to reach daycare, to building a flexible career and family rhythms that actually work. This honest conversation tackles mom guilt, work-life balance, solo parenting, and creating breathing room in the chaos—perfect for overwhelmed Christian moms seeking practical wisdom and grace.

Amanda's a mom of three littles navigating life while her husband deploys for long stretches. She's also the queen of creating rhythms that work—not perfect, Pinterest-worthy rhythms, but real-life, messy, sustainable ones that give her family space to actually breathe.

We're diving deep into the stuff Christian moms don't always talk about out loud: the mom guilt that creeps in when you just want 20 minutes alone, the overwhelming feeling of trying to honor your calling while being present for your kids, and what it looks like to ask for help when you're drowning (spoiler: it's harder for you to ask than it is for people to say yes).

Amanda shares the game-changing advice her dad gave her about her empathetic daughter who wouldn't stay in bed—it completely shifted her perspective on motherhood struggles and gave her so much grace. Plus, you'll hear how she manages work-life balance with multiple side hustles, why routines became her secret weapon against mom burnout, and the meal planning system that keeps her family fed without the 5:30 dinner panic.

ᯓ➤ This is for every overwhelmed mom standing at a crossroads, wondering if there's a better way.

ᯓ➤ For the kingdom-minded mom who wants to live with passion and purpose but feels torn in a million directions.

ᯓ➤ For the mom in transition trying to figure out what comes next.

Amanda's story is proof that with a little creativity, a lot of God's guidance, and some honest conversations, you can build a life that works for your family—not against it.

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Ever feel like your body is waving a white flag while your to-do list keeps growing? Today's guest, health coach Amber Swift, shares her journey from ministry heartache and health crisis to hope, healing, and helping other overwhelmed moms find their way back to thriving.

Amber's wisdom comes from walking through the fire herself. After years of saying "yes" to everything in ministry, raising five kids, and pouring herself out for others, her body said STOP. A trendy detox layered on top of hidden stress led to early-onset menopause, severe fatigue, sleepless nights, and so much more.

That breaking point became her turning point. ✨

Join Amber and me for this fun, honest, and hope-filled conversation. We talk about:

✅ The moment God met young Amber in her bedroom and became the Father she desperately needed

✅ Why the "oxygen mask principle" isn't selfish—it's survival (and biblical!)

✅ How a perfect storm can take you out.

✅ Daily Practices that can help ground you.

✅ Why "one man's food is another man's poison" and how to find YOUR path to health

If you're an overwhelmed mom who's been running on empty, feeling trapped in a season you didn't choose, or wondering if this exhaustion is just "the new normal"—this episode is your permission slip to stop settling and start taking the next step.

Don't give up.

Don't just stay there.

This is NOT God's best for you. 🙌

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Are you 'that mom' who is overwhelmed, being stretched too thin? Discover how biblical wisdom and God's guidance create emotional and spiritual space in your life, transforming motherhood struggles and survival mode into purposeful, kingdom-minded living.

In this powerful episode for faith-based moms in transition, Misty Hughes shares her personal journey from basement-floor breakdowns as a homeschooling single mom of four to discovering the ancient biblical wisdom principles that transformed her home 🏠 and heart 💖.

Drawing from Proverbs 9 and the Hebrew meaning of "building," she unpacks what it really means to partner with God as the Master Architect of your life.

You'll discover:

🛠️ The daily practice of bringing your thoughts back under Christ's leadership for spiritual growth

🛠️ How God's guidance creates seven foundational pillars that make your life spacious rather than cramped

🛠️ Why building capacity matters more than finding more time for kingdom-minded moms

🛠️ The power of intentional rhythms like worship, scripture, and the family table during life transitions

🛠️ How to recognize when you're building alone versus building with biblical wisdom

🛠️ Practical faith-based guidance to create space for God's presence in the chaos of motherhood

This isn't about perfection or doing more—it's about building differently with God's wisdom. Whether you're an overwhelmed mom drowning in responsibilities, navigating motherhood struggles, or feeling spiritually dry during a life transition, this episode offers hope and a clear path forward for Christian moms seeking spiritual growth.

AND THE GOOD NEWS God doesn't scold our failures; He overwhelms them with generous grace when we simply ask for His wisdom.

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Faith-based guidance for overwhelmed Christian moms navigating life transitions with purpose, peace, and spiritual growth through God’s wisdom.

If you’ve ever felt like life is shifting beneath your feet — your kids growing up, your work changing, or your heart longing for something more — this episode is for you.

In God’s Guidance for Christian Moms in Seasons of Change, Misty invites kingdom-minded moms and moms in transition to pause, breathe, and rediscover the beauty of walking in step with God when life doesn’t look like it used to.

So many overwhelmed moms find themselves carrying too much — expectations, guilt, responsibilities, and the quiet ache of not knowing what’s next. Misty shares her personal story from walking the Camino de Santiago with her husband Craig — a 14-day pilgrimage that became a powerful picture of how God’s guidance often unfolds step by step, not all at once.

You’ll learn how to prepare spiritually for your next season, what to carry and what to leave behind, and how to hear God’s voice when the road ahead feels uncertain. Drawing from biblical wisdom in Jeremiah 6 and Exodus 33, Misty reminds us that preparation is sacred — and that the Shepherd always walks with us.

If you’re longing for clarity, peace, and purpose in your journey of spiritual growth and motherhood, this episode will remind you: God’s not just leading you somewhere new — He’s forming something new within you.

✨ Tune in and discover how to walk your own pilgrimage of faith — lighter, freer, and ready to live with passion and purpose.

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“After my baby was born, I felt like I’d been hit by a Mack truck.” 🚚 That’s how Michelle Brown describes the deep postpartum struggle that changed her life forever. As a Christian mom who poured herself into motherhood, she found herself exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn.

Michelle’s journey through that season of chaos led her to a powerful realization: many moms need more than well-meaning advice—they need real help, hope, and a safe community.

In this inspiring episode, Michelle shares her personal story of struggle, renewal, and transformation.

She introduces I Help Moms, a trusted platform helping Christian moms move from chaos to connection with expert coaching and resources. ❤️ From postpartum challenges to daily parenting pressures, Michelle’s vision is to give moms a place where they feel supported, understood, and empowered.

Whether you’re navigating the early years of motherhood, juggling multiple roles, or facing seasons of burnout, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and a roadmap for finding peace and purpose. Michelle’s story is both a heartfelt testimony and a practical guide for moms who want to move from chaos to connection. 🌿

Tune in to discover how I Help Moms is making a difference for Christian moms everywhere—and hear how you can find support when you need it most. 🙌

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