A podcast fan favorite and beloved friend of mine, Taylor Brown, is back today to answer some hard questions about religion. Taylor is such a kind, compassionate soul with a very different understanding of God than I have ever heard. Though I do not subscribe to Christianity, I do want to remain open-minded and continue to surround myself with humans who challenge me and help me not become judgemental towards others who believe differently.

*If religion has traumatized you this episode may trigger you. Still, I encourage you to be curious; this episode may help you realize that not all Christians are hateful. Taylor shows us a different way to think about it all, and he is a beautiful example of someone who loves God and also truly loves people. He isn’t interested in trying to change people or convince them to believe what he believes.

During this episode, we discuss:

• Why does living inside boxes feel safe

• Is it possible for a world to exist where there is a space for everyone to find what feels right to them instead of all the judging and thinking there is a right and wrong?

• Taylor talks about his thoughts on these three concepts:

1. Being made in the image of God

2. Love the sin - not the sinner

3. Hell

• Why the word acceptance feels patronizing

• The story of how religion scared my mom into being responsible for other’s salvation

• Why it’s important to Taylor to continue to speak up about controversial, religious topics on social media

• Jesus never called anyone broken

• How do we disagree with others without ending the relationship?

• The most important thing Taylor wants his kids to learn from

I believe that valuing diversity is the key component to creating a better world. I purposefully seek out others with different experiences so that I don’t become narrow-minded. This conversation, though a bit triggering at times, also brought me some much-needed healing.

For me, Taylor is a beacon of hope. I hope this episode refreshes and reminds you that there are still some amazing humans in this world.

Learn more and follow Taylor at:

Instagram: g_taylor_brown

TikTok: g_taylorbrown

Also, make sure to check out Taylor’s business at:

Frequencymarketingteam.com

Instagram: frequencymarketingteam

Here is the book that Taylor recommended during this episode:

“Four Views On Hell” second edition

And don't forget to check out Aubrey's online clothing business on Instagram, YouTube, or Threads at:

Lost Hollywood Vintage

- A conversation with my beloved partner Jennifer Gael about how we are learning to care for ourselves -

This episode my partner and I discuss:

• My recent triathlon experience and the strange but awesome conversation I had with my body

• How I am reframing the way I exercise

• Jennifer’s fun idea for how we should pick the winners of a race ;)

• The complicated relationship Jennifer has with anxiety and how she is finding the balance of allowing herself to feel but not become consumed with her feelings

• Jennifer’s newly discovered tool to help ground herself

• Why it is so important to not compare ourselves

I love this conversation so much - not just because it is with one of my favorite people, but because this subject is so important and we all need support in the area of self-care.

I love having practical applications and ideas of how to better care for myself and if that’s you too, then this episode is definitely for you.

I am incredibly honored to bring to you a deeply important and meaningful conversation with Michelle Cramer, Founder & Executive Director of “On Angels’ Wings”, a nonprofit that offers ongoing support and grief recovery services for families with medically-fragile children or who lose a child at birth.

This conversation is something that needs to be heard all over the world. Michelle dives into why and how she ended up starting her nonprofit and how working with these precious families has shaped her life for the better. She shares some of her personal experiences in her beautiful, authentic style. Her honesty is refreshing and her heart is pure gold. You are going to fall in love with her.

Please share this episode with as many people as possible and help us spread the word about the support and services that “On Angels’ Wings” provides and the deeply important work they are doing.

Also, go check out the stunning website and make sure to follow “On Angels’ Wings” on their social media!!

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Charity Tax ID: 46-3112100

(417) 834-3670

(Mailing Address) 4319 S. National Ave, #218

Springfield, MO 65810

Michelle L. Cramer

Founder & Executive Director of On Angels' Wings

• Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist

• Author of Unshattered Grief, now available on Amazon

In today’s podcast, I share a little about some of the things I have been wrestling to figure out in my own life.

With my girls returning to public school for their second year, I am left with some sadness and uncertainty about navigating this new season.

I discuss some things that Nate and I have been talking about as we continue to evolve in our relationship.

Here are some things I am asking myself:

What if I could reimagine every single area of my life?

What would I change if I allowed myself the freedom to think outside the box?

How can I leave guilt and fear behind and discover my truest self instead of returning to what is familiar?

Can I survive the discomfort long enough to find out what is beyond my comfort zone?

What do I believe just because it is what I have been the most exposed to?

I hope this episode encourages and inspires you to be curious about your own life. You deserve it!

If you enjoyed this podcast please share it with a friend!

Today I have a special guest; my daughter Avriella Hobbs! This was a fun conversation that was both delightful and offers some great advice for tweens and teens heading back into the school year.

Avriella talks about:

-what she is nervous about

-what she is excited about

-her mindset for this first year in junior high

-why she loves learning about history

-how she deals with bullies

-her daily tip for seeing the beauty in yourself

-an 11 year old’s perspective on Kamala Harris for president!

We wrap this special episode up with Avriella’s talented barrel walking

(watch the video for this part)

Today I share the frustrating story of my search for answers with my hurting hip and aching back.

I have been managing pain for the past year and a half and haven’t had much luck; until now.

Moving is hard. Change is hard - and getting myself to find a new chiropractor was no easy task. But pain finds a way to push us out of our comfort zones in search of relief.

I hope my story reminds you to keep advocating for yourself until you find the answers. You are not crazy. You are in pain - and you deserve to be invested in and cared for. Inside and out.

I love ya.

👉Check out Britt Frank’s Book: “The Science of Stuck”.

It’s a read that is pretty certain to change your life.

This week I was so grateful and honored to have my friend, Larra Alford, on my podcast to share some of her story.

Larra is the real deal. She has lived through some very difficult situations, and she has come out the other side. Now, she is bravely stepping into her power and finding ways to help others who are struggling. She knows the struggle - she loves people- and she doesn't mince words.

I love this woman and I know you will too. Hold on tight as Larra shares some of her traumatic childhood stories and how she made it to where she is today as founder and president of her nonprofit Missouri Passion House Project.

*Trigger Warning: drugs/alcohol/rape

Please make sure you take a moment to check out the Passion House Project and see how you can support this very important, incredible organization. And don't forget about "Not Your Grandma's Bingo Fundraiser" coming up on October 6th, 2024, from 5-10 pm.

Go to the events page on their website, MoPHP.org to learn more about it!

FB: @passionhouseproject

Instagram: Passionhouseproject

Contacts: Larra@passionhouseproject.org

This week I was overjoyed to be joined by my new friend, Karen Nordstrom. You all are going to love this woman!

Karen shares some of her life story with us:

• How she is walking with grief

• The challenging story of building her beautiful family

• The heartbreaking truth of moving across the US and not feeling accepted

• How she ended up owning her own insurance business along with her son and some of the difficult life events that led to this new part of her journey

• How Karen gets through difficult things in life - “You can sit and wallow and get nowhere, or you can say “Hey, this is a challenge!”

• And last but not least, why Karen loves her job!!!!!

I was deeply honored and grateful that Karen pushed herself outside her comfort zone to come to share her passion and life experiences with all of us! I felt inspired and refreshed afterward and I know you will too!!

Karen is a true testimony that you don’t have to stay stuck in your life if you don’t want to be. I’m so glad this world has Karen Nordstrom in it to remind us that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.

Whether you have insurance or need insurance, everyone should go check Karen out! She is a delight…AND she knows a fucking LOT about insurance!

Visit insurancehouse417.com to learn more!