Spinning Plates Podcast

Meet my friend, Amber! You're gonna love her just like I do. Amber has had a beautiful journey finding answers regarding her health that have led her to freedom from pain and feeling in control of her diet in a way that serves her and those around her. I encourage you to listen to her podcast, too! She's a gem in this world and I'm so thankful God has us on the journey together. Amber is a light who loves Jesus! She is a wife and mama who has a passion for health and wellness. After her own health struggles, she started to share her journey to help encourage others that things can be better! Listen to Amber's podcast "Unlocking your True Potential" at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3trVaOxevn4h4A8pmhJSO3?si=pj6dTKzcSCKSZVBcravVaA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amber.harrisonwinnestaffer?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: Amberwinnestaffer2

This conversation gave me such life!  Courtney and I had a great chat all about knowing our God so well that His Truth overshadows any lies thrown our way.  It was such a pleasure having Courtney on the pod to bring her fresh perspective and real-life application.  I'm grateful she came to talk to us! Courtney Wilson is a millennial writer with a passion for leading leaders, developing dreams in this generation and helping others live out their God-given purpose. She is the host of The Trailblazer Talks Podcast, where she has conversations with people blazing their God-given trails right where they are and talking through topics to help people grow in their character and giftings.  She is the founder of The Trailblazer Journals, an online community dedicated to developing God-dreams and equipping people with resources to create healthy habits, overcome the things holding them back, develop leadership skills and inspire intentional living. She is also the founder of the Little Creative Company, a small design agency dedicated to helping non-profits, Christian organizations, churches, creatives and dreamers develop their websites, graphics and marketing plans. Connect with Courtney at courtneyhopewilson.com or on Instagram at @courthopewilson. Follow her: Instagram Handle:  @courthopewilson Facebook:  Courtneyhopewilson Website:  courtneyhopewilson.com

I spent so many years thinking I had to work to embody love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.  I thought it was all up to me and that if those things weren't present in my life, then I must be doing something wrong.  Lies.  In this episode, I give you what I've found to actually be true.  God is good and it's by his grace that I have this understanding today.  Hope this meets someone where they are at today. xoxo

What an honor it was to have one of our BODi trainers on the podcast. This episode brought me so much JOY! Justin brings an energy and excitement that I’m completely here for. We chatted all about showing up as your authentic self, pushing through in those times when you want to throw in the towel and showing up to set a beautiful example for others as to what is possible. I made a new friend and I know when you’re done listening you’ll have a new friend, too! Justin is a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor with over a decade of teaching experience; he specializes in indoor cycling, strength/HIIT training and weight loss. Justin is currently a trainer for BODi, an at-home, digital platform where he teaches a wide range of formats. A New Yorker of over 15 years, Justin has found his passion helping others find the FUN in fitness and believes it is never too late to start prioritizing your health. Follow him @justinflexen and send him some love!!!!

Boy, I know the feeling.  Pulled in a million directions, watching everyone around you shining bright, distracted, overwhelmed, overstimulated.  What do you do?  Here are some helpful tips on how to stay in your lane when you're feeling like you're kind of all over the place.  Hope this meets you where you're at.

This is the perfect episode to head into the new year! If you’re looking to make changes and overwhelmed with all the ways to start, sit with us and chat. Michele Riechman is an expert personal trainer and health coach with her doctorate in physical therapy. She helps women who have put themself on the back burner finally get in shape, fit back into their clothes, & optimize their metabolism without dieting, so they can increase their energy & feel confident in their bodies. Hope you love this conversation as much as I did! Find Michele at: Instagram @micheleriechman Facebook micheleleefitness Website www.micheleriechman.com

In this episode, I share my thoughts on the phrase "manifestation" which is something we hear tossed around a lot these days.  I don't subscribe to the notion that dreaming it up and throwing it out into the universe is what we are called to do.  Hope you give this very candid episode a listen.  My heart wants you to know that He has a calling and purpose for your life.  He wants the desires of your heart to be in line with what He made you for.  He wants you and the world for that matter to realize your full potential.  What if whatever you're trying to "manifest" isn't even what you were made to do?  Is your vision for this year or your future in line with His vision for you?

This one is hot off the presses and a real time processing from my workout this morning. What zone are you in today? Listen to hear more.

Take time to reset with this meditation. Grateful for opportunities to come back to this place of rest.

The January before the pandemic I had the honor of speaking to my church community. Little did we know a couple months later this subject would be even more applicable. Lol, we didn’t even know I’d have a podcast. If you crave control. If the unknown makes you uncomfortable. If you have ever wrestled with God. This episode is for you. I hope this brings you a new perspective.

I needed this episode!!!  The conversation was about so much more than meal prep and feeding our loved ones.  It was about getting time back, finding joy in the process, and leaning into what it really means to break bread together.  If you're maxed out, overwhelmed, and tired of trying to think of things to cook for your family, please listen to this one! Tricia Clark is the CEO of Tricia’s Bites of Life.  After 25 years in corporate America, she decided to turn her love of cooking and entertaining into a business.  She’s a Cooking Coach/Kitchen Mentor with a passion to help stressed & overwhelmed working moms save time and transform their cooking experience into fun, confidence, and adventure so they can get more joy out of mealtime and create more memorable moments with her friends & family.  She believes the energy you put into meal planning and cooking can be felt and tasted in the food and the mood around the table.  She's on a mission to heal the world, one meal at a time. Enjoy! Tricia can be found: www.triciasbitesoflife.com Facebook: TriciasBites Instagram:  Triciasbitesoflife

I love it when real-life friends come on the pod with me.  Grateful for the time Christie gave to us and the beautiful conversation we had.  This episode is all about creating a community that you can lean into and not being afraid to say yes to that invite.  Can't wait for you all hear from her. Christie is a wife of 9 years to her hubby Craig; she is a mom of two busy cuties; Kylie is 7 and Kayson is 2 1/2.  She is strong in her faith and truly believes life is about the lessons God is teaching us...allowing us to step into our greatness if we lean into the growth He offers us.  She has built an incredible business and team, and most importantly, COMMUNITY, which focuses on helping others look and feel their best.  She has become passionate about learning and providing value to her clients and team every day.  She prides herself on being a connector, and giving, especially moms, a place to be seen, heard, and thrive!  It's amazing what happens when you speak life and love over others and give them a place to grow.  Christie has built a team to the Vice President level of her business and has earned numerous awards and trips, but to her, though all that is nice...the best part is creating an example for her kids and even her friends, to dream so big it makes your tummy flip.  After all, it costs no more to dream big than to dream small. So why not go for it! We only have this one life! Instagram: @cmt410 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/christiemariethompson Website:  www.christiet.arbonne.com

God has this whole thing under control. He doesn’t need you to run ahead and fix. He wants you to stop, check in with Him, and let Him do the thing. Are you getting out of the way or are you trying to get things to fit into your picture?

I loved this chat! Teresa Ramirez is a Motivational Speaker/Kindness Ambassador for loving parents who want to raise kind children.  Today’s parents can see how some troubled teens are turning to devastating acts of violence because they see no other way.  Consequently, parents want to make sure they are doing everything in their power to raise healthy, happy, kind children.  Through her enlightening videos, blog posts and fun with bubbles style, she’s here to inspire you to create fun, happy moments with your child through acts of kindness.  And when she’s not coaching, you can find her enjoying her pets, hiking and indulging in the occasional wine tasting weekend. Follow Teresa at: Facebook - facebook.com/journeyinkindness Instagram - @teresaramirez6349

Do you have a life verse?  One that you turn to and gets you through?  My life verse is Romans 12:12, "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer."  I feel like anything I'm in the middle of or looking forward to or nervous about, this is what I can control. In this episode I unpack this verse a little bit and encourage you to have your own that you lean on. xoxo

Meet my friend, Lesya!  We had a lovely chat about routine and setting up a routine that feeds your soul.  Lesya is an entrepreneur and a go-getter in life.  My challenge for anyone listening is to pick one thing that Lesya shares about her routine and start implementing it in your own day.  See what a difference it makes. Enjoy today's episode!

This one is all about de-stressing, checking in and taking inventory in how you’re feeling. Friend, we all get to that place where we just need to slow down and check in. Let’s do it together.

If you want a real-life, meaty talk about boundaries this is the episode for you.  I learned so much from my friend, Jessica, and know that someone out there needs this one.  She has such a vulnerable spirit and beautiful way of framing this sometimes tough conversation. Jessica is a boundary and self-acceptance coach. She works primarily with women and girls, teaching them to embrace who they are, feel comfortable in their own skin and confident taking up space.  She is a gem! Thankful for the opportunity to sit down with her and hope you enjoy it as much as I did. xoxo, Salina Instagram: @jessica.l.houston Facebook: @selfacceptancewithjh Website: www.theselfacceptancecoach.com

Drop perfection. Keep going. Do it despite your flaws. Take action. This episode is for anyone who feels paralyzed by needing to show up perfectly. Show up imperfect and see what God can accomplish.

"If you feel like one more thing is going to push you over the edge, then you're too close to the edge already." ~ Kate Wood Friend, do you know the feeling of overwhelm?  Do you struggle with seeing it coming before it gets here?  Do you have tools in place to help you navigate through it and find some peace?  Well, this is a conversation for you.  Kate and I chat about what works for us, our indicators that something is up, and how to put one foot in front of the other to find joy.  I love this episode and may listen to it often myself.  This is a conversation we need right now more than ever. Kate Wood specializes in helping women overcome overwhelm.  As a Certified Life Coach, Wellness Coach, Behavior Change Specialist, and ACE Certified Personal Trainer, she brings unique coaching solutions to women who feel like they’ve “tried everything” without lasting success.  Kate combines powerful mindset shifts, practical tools, and easy-to-implement wellness techniques to help her clients gain momentum and pursue their purpose.  As a homeschooling mom of five lively children, she understands that the process of personal growth is most effective when it works with “real life”. You can connect with Kate at: Website: https://www.trajectorywellness.com/ Instagram: @katewood.trajectorywellness Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/trajectorywellness xoxo, Salina

This meditation is to help you hand it over to Him. Whatever the thing is, keep handing it to Him. 💛

Do you ever wonder if that's God talking or your own thoughts?  Or maybe you aren't hearing anything at all and wondering where He is?  Do you question if you're "doing it right"?  This episode is for you.  How do you know if it's the voice of God?  How do you lean in and listen well? Enjoy today's episode! xoxo

This was such a fun episode.  My friend, Kariann, and I have bonded during the pandemic finding ourselves on Instagram and in Clubhouse together.  Thankful for her friendship.  We talk about preparing for new stages of motherhood, taking leaps when you're scared, and a healthy mindset where it comes to nutrition.  I love her spirit and I know you will, too! Kariann Bowles has had a passion for health & fitness for well over a decade. She's tried many of the fad diets over the yeas to maintain her own health. It wasn't until her 40s she realized the need to focus on nutrients, not just calories. In her own pursuit of optimal healthy and the desire to help others, she enrolled in health & nutrition school at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Now at 45 she is focusing her efforts on optimal hormone balance for her own self and that of her clients, to make the journey of peri-menopause to menopause as painless as possible. Kariann married her high school sweetheart, has 2 teenagers, 1 in college & 1 in high school and is ready to embrace the next stage of life. Instagram: @kariannbowles Facebook:  KariannBowles2

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." Phil 4:8 Do you ever have trouble capturing your thoughts?  Do you sometimes feel like it's jumbled and messy and hard to think about the things God calls us to?  This episode is for you.  I do this practice when I'm feeling anxious about my thoughts and need help in slowing down long enough to capture them. I hope this leaves you feeling settled and at peace.  I know it does me.

Today's meditation you can do over and over whenever you need to be reminded of God's presence.  This episode invites Him in to mind, body and soul to help us feel equipped to face the day.  He is ever present, but do we stop and feel Him?  I encourage you to set time aside to do this.  I know after recording, I felt like I was calmer and at peace. xoxo

These are the kinds of conversations I crave.  The kind of people I want to be around.  People like Andrena.  Grab a cup of coffee and sit with us while we get into the good stuff.  This woman loves herself some Jesus and it's clear from the moment you meet her.  She doesn't allow moments to be at the surface level and she stirs up beautiful, new thoughts in her writing and voice.  I hope you fall in love with her just like I have.  We're besties now, so look out world. Andrena Sawyer is an author, consultant, and entrepreneur. She is the President of P.E.R.K. Consulting, an advisory firm for small to mid-sized nonprofits and businesses, and the Founder of MCWEN—a faith-based network for women of color entrepreneurs.   Originally from Freetown, Sierra Leone, she and her family moved to the United States when she was nine years old due to a civil war that left thousands dead and untold numbers maimed and displaced. She now credits her family's move during the war for her interest in human triumph and perseverance. She has since actively worked to mobilize and empower others.  For her work with nonprofits and small businesses, she has received numerous awards including the Startup Africa Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award, and the Hope for Africa Leadership in Community Development Award.   In addition to her work with entrepreneurs and nonprofits, she is the author of several books, including: The Misadventures of a New Entrepreneur: 5 Things They Won’t Teach You in Business School. Please listen and share.  The world needs to hear what God has to say through this soul! Instagram:  @andrena_sawyer Facebook:  Andrena.sawyer15 Website:  www.andrenasawyer.com

Let's face it.  Change is HARD.  In this episode, I give you my quick tips on how to promote change in your mind as you work your way through.  It's possible, friends.  I know it feels overwhelming sometimes and like it's just "not working", but IT'S POSSIBLE!  I want to share my advice on what's worked for me.  If you're enjoying these episodes, please share and subscribe! xoxo

Well, the announcement and next stage of the podcast is here.  I'm just as shocked as you may be, but God has a way of continually surprising me.  This has been something I've felt Him nudging me to do for quite a while and, to be honest, didn't do it simply out of fear of looking silly.  Well, that's just not a good enough reason any more.  So, with that I present to you Spinning Plates Meditates, a spin off from Spinning Plates Podcast.  Meditation is something I've been able to use as a tool in my own life the past couple of years.  It's helped me calm anxiety, remain focused, feel connected to myself, be a better parent and wife, relief stress, and simply declutter my very busy brain.  It can, also, be overwhelming if you have a perception of it like I did for so long.  I was always afraid I was "doing it wrong" or "could never sit still that long".  Reality is, though, that you can't mess up meditation.  You can't even do it wrong.  It's creating a space for you throughout your day to just be and just breathe.  I want to show you how you can incorporate faith into meditation.  I want to lead you through some of the tools and exercises that I turn to when I'm feeling overwhelmed.  I want to help you find ways to feel connected safe that it's not weird.  I'm on the journey with you.  Look for episodes to be sprinkled throughout.  How often, yet to be determined.  But this is our start.  Ready or not, let's meditate.

What do you do when there is a bump in the road? Or mountain or valley… Do you set up camp and live there? Or make it a pit stop, get rest, regroup and keep going!? The bumps are gonna come. It’s what you do with the bumps that makes all the difference!

My friend, Wynter, and I got into some real meat in this episode.  We talked about creating sustainable habits, taking baby steps, and incorporating our faith into our fitness journeys.  It was such a great chat and one that I feel super grateful to have been a part of. Wynter created She is Lifted Up to help women feel like they belong in the health and fitness space and to lift them up in the process.   She is passionate about cultivating connection through fitness and her mission is to empower women to do the things that their heart desires and face the fear of the unknown.   She hopes to take women from where she started on her fitness journey, in her bedroom with a pair of 5 lb dumbbells and a workout in DVD, to feeling confident and empowered with any piece of equipment at the gym!   Wynter is married to her high school sweetheart and has a 6 year old daughter. She loves coffee, wine and chocolate. She is competing in her first bodybuilding competition in April.  Let's cheer her on! Instagram: @sheisliftedup Website: sheisliftedup.com Facebook:  wyntermoore5

In this episode all about what has built and is continuing to build my confidence. Hope you can take away a nugget or two that work for you, too!

Recently I had the pleasure of hearing my new friend, Kara Williams, speak to a sweet group of local women I'm a part of.  She came to talk to us about business and interior design.  And, although we LOVED hearing from her, she mentioned something in her share that made me head straight for her afterwards.  I'm learning to boldly ask those I'm feeling called to grab, "Would you be on my podcast?"  I know there are people who need to hear about your story dealing with anxiety.  Friends, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. (according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America).  We all know someone or are someone who has a level of anxiety needs to be managed.  In this episode, Kara shares with us her life-long struggle with anxiety and what tools she's been able to use to help not only address it, but actually give it space in her life and grace in the process.  Today is an important episode.  If you hear something that you think would help someone else, please share it. If you think you need help with this, please make sure you reach out to someone.  There is so much help out there and, as we share today, shining a light and talking about it is a great place to start. Kara is an interior designer and the brand ambassador for Cottages & Bungalows magazine.  She has found joy in fixing up the 1901 farmhouse style home with her husband and 2 Great Danes.  Go give her a follow! Instagram: @littlehouseonchestnut Fav Amazon finds: Eco friendly sponges Eco friendly scrubbers Eco friendly dish brush Meditation apps to try:  Headspace or Unplug

Last week I made a funny reel on Instagram about being a people pleaser and, apparently, I hit a button for a lot of people.  It seems I'm not alone.  So, it made it's way to an episode.  People pleasing has been a life-long struggle for me.  And when I say struggle, I feel it deep.  After MUCH personal development and a TON of leaning into what God says about me, I have some tools that I know have helped me.  This episode is packed with what's worked for me and I hope you can find one or two that work for you!

Sometimes you just meet those people that you connect with instantly.  Leanne is one of those people for me!  We had the best conversation and my biggest takeaway was...go deeper than surface level...dream bigger...keep digging in.  Knowing who you are and what you're made to do takes intention over time.  I'm here for it. Leanne is a mom, wife and life coach who focuses on helping women live their dream life.  At a young age, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in Accounting.  She achieved her goal, getting her CPA license, her MBA and working at a Big 4 firm.  But, after the loss of her mother and the birth of her daughter, she felt like something was missing.  While focusing on her fitness, she pursued a business within network marketing.  In 2014, she left her corporate job to build her business full-time.  Through her growth, she found her passion for helping women achieve time & financial freedom by pursuing their passion.  She launched her own business & life coaching company in early 2021. Everyone enjoy listening to my friend, Leanne, and dream bigger! Instagram: leannemeiser Website: www.LeanneMeiser.com

Story time!  I had something happen this week that is only something God can do.  I had a few takeaways I wanted to share with you...so, here's ep 56 with my thoughts and heart. Are you looking for the God moments in your days? I hope so. Podcast referenced: The Alli Worthington Show - Jan 3, 2022: How to Live a More Authentic Life with Hannah Wong

Well, friends, we did it!!!  That's a wrap on 2021.  A great year, a hard year, a long year, a short year.  Am I right or am I right? This episode is filled with some fun memories together looking back on 2021 and some encouragement as we head into 2022.  In this episode, I share on how to create whitespace (those areas in the margin that help us find rest) as we take on the new year.  I promise this will be a new spin on intentions / goals and help you think of creative new ways to shake things up. Also, we hit 3K downloads.  This time last year we had 1K, which means we grew 66% this year.  What?!  All thanks to you, my sweet listeners and cheerleaders.  You share episodes, tag me, give me feedback, and are even on the pod letting me interview you.  It's been a beautiful year of growth and I can't wait to see where 2022 takes Spinning Plates! Thank you for being a part of journey.  As always, my prayer is that it fills your cup whenever you pop in & listen.

Have you heard of Clubhouse? Well, whether you have or haven't, this episode is for you.  Tara shares with us that "community is the new currency".  We had the best conversation about true, authentic connection and building something online that lasts.  Tara is the founder of the club "Hey Girl, You Can" on clubhouse and has built a beautiful, safe space for women to feel heard and valued. Tara has spent over 23+ years in leadership development leading a team of women across the nation. She holds a degree in theater, has a background in improvisation and is both Counseling Practitioner and REBT certified.  She is the founder of Hey Girl, You Can  a community of 35,000 women from around the world. Tara is a sought after Top 5 TEDx speaker, a TEDx Play Series Performer, the Author of Making Cancer Fun: A Parent's Guide (Amazon #1 New Release), and has been featured on MSNBC, GMA, 5280 & Reader’s Digest to name a few. She is a contributing author on Every Entrepreneur’s Guide to Running your Own Business, a contributor to Conquer Magazine: The Patient’s Voice, and can be heard on podcasts worldwide.  Tara lives in NJ with her miracle kid daughter Emily Grace.  You can find Tara online at www.heygirlyoucan.com and www.makingcancerfun.com Follow Tara at: Instagram:  @tarasvoiceig Facebook:  @tarasvoice Website:  Www.Heygirlyoucan.Com Clubhouse:  @tarasvoice

Ever find yourself in that funk. That valley.  You're just not feeling it. That was me recently.  Not a crisis, but a weird space.  And if I'm honest, a depression.  BUT the difference between old me and new me is this:  I don't stop doing the things that I know will get me through the weird (TEMPORARY) seasons.  I know the things that will get me to the other side of the funk.  Today I'm sharing with you my short list of items that I know I HAVE to keep doing to just keep swimming. Hope today's episode serves you and your heart.  Share with a friend if they need it.

My friend, Lisa, and I had a beautiful chat.  We talked about all the things, including how you can make positive changes despite your circumstances, routines, and speaking affirmations into your soul.  God is using her in big ways and I'm excited for you to all get to know her. Lisa Jordan is a Mother, Wife, Master’s Certified Life Coach, and founder of the Midwest Mama.   The idea for the Midwest Mama was born during Lisa’s own motherhood transformation. As an overwhelmed and lost single-mom, Lisa began the work to heal her past, reframe her mindset, and rediscover her purpose in addition to being a mom. With this newfound outlook on life and motherhood, Lisa knew she had found her purpose and began teaching other moms how to find balance and purpose in their motherhood journey as well.   Motherhood doesn’t come with a manual, so Lisa’s goal is to help you create yours! By utilizing her three pillar coaching system, she will help you create the customized systems and strategies you need to thrive in motherhood. Lisa offers these services through weekly one-on-one coaching sessions and supplemental voice messenger access because she understands that it truly takes a village! Enjoy episode 52! You can find Lisa at: Instagram: @themidwestmamaofficial Facebook:  /the midwestmamaofficial Website:  www.themidwestmama.net

What if you don't feel like it? What if you’re just not in the mood to do the things, make the healthy choices, lead well? What if! This episode is here to light a little fire under you and help you have tactical ways to combat the feelings. Hope you enjoy!

Episode 50 comes with tears, triumph, and a little laughter.  Ok a lot.  I met Laurice this year, thanks to our mutual friend Tracey, and fell in love with her wit, passion, and relentless pursuit to make the most of life.  I hope you're ready for a little fire under your hiney because she lit one under mine in this episode. Laurice Duffy is a Life Coach with a passion for inspiring and empowering women. She focuses her intuitive skills on middle aged women by helping them explore their edges and face the fear of change, so they feel the fulfillment of rising fully into their extraordinary lives. Through a personal journey following the death of her husband and the father of their four teenage boys, Laurice has learned firsthand the importance of living in the moment and creating an ideal life. She believes all women can rise and live a beautiful life simply by choosing to do so.   Laurice is also a certified Passion workshop facilitator and has conducted several Vision Board and Self-Love workshops. Her Facebook group RISE, a group where women support and inspire each other, has more than 2300 members. Through this group, she hosts a weekly series "Aligned and Awakened" where she interviews women who have used personal adversity to find their power and lead a purposeful life through the power of choice. She also spreads inspiration through her Instagram, A Mindful Journey. Laurice is a speaker, podcast host and founder of the Kindness Matters Scholarship. Laurice has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and her Life Coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (IPEC). Find Laurice at: Instagram:  amindfuljourney.ld Facebook:  A Mindful Journey Website:  amindfuljourneyld.com Clubhouse:  @lauriceduffy

How a weekend of imposter syndrome overwhelm led to JOY deep down!

Yep, I said it.  TRUST THE PROCESS!!!  I had a moment this week in my own journey; an epiphany, if you will.  I wanted to share with all of you my heart on this subject.  We so quickly want results or quick fixes, but trusting the process creates the mindset piece of the journey.  I don't believe God wants us to just go for the goal.  I believe He wants us to lean into the journey.  And that's where you find the sweet joy of results. Hope this episode helps you in your own journey!  Share, like, tag a friend who needs to hear it.

It's a good one folks!!!  I recently met my new friend, Wonderful (yes, that's her name!) at a local networking event. I think it's safe to say we instantly connected. I had an immediate girl crush and told her that I "needed her in my life!" So with that, she agreed to be on the pod! Wonderful is the founder and CEO of LeadHER Academy and the creator of The B.R.A.V.E. Biz series and B.O.L.D. LeadHERship online training programs.  Feeling overwhelmed and confused about where you are going in business and life? Her B.R.A.V.E. Biz Series and B.O.L.D. LeadHERship Training will help clear your thoughts and drive your results to being a more authentic communicator and empowered entrepreneur.  As a Business Strategist & LeadHERship Coach, she serves smart, savvy, ambitious, go-getter, and focused women entrepreneurs who want to level up their leadership and build their Heart Centered Empire.  Drawing from her 20+ years of being a successful business owner, she is using the LeadHER Academy to pave the way in teaching powerful female entrepreneurs how to build a business with Clarity & Confidence. Our conversation flowed with such a sweet energy and we talked about almost everything, but mostly YOU. We both have such a heart for this community of women supporting and encouraging each other to live with bravery & boldness! Be brave. Be bold. Be you. Take a walk and put this one in your ears! You're gonna be fired up when you're done. Go find her right now! Website: leadheracademy.com Intagram: wonderful_morrison Facebook: leadHERship Community Clubhouse: wonderfulm

We are back from vacation!  As we stepped away and disconnected from "normal" life, it really reminded me of how critical it is to do so. Here are some thoughts I have to help you create space for time away and time together. This is a quick episode and I hope serves you well! xoxo

What are you someday dreams?  Those little ones (or big) that you have on the list for one day.  One day when you have time.  One day when you're ready.  One day when it's easier. One day.  If you have someday dreams and know that feeling, this episode is for you! Tiffany Tutu, wrote her first children's book when she was a child herself. Her first editor, her mother, Della, instilled belief that she could be a children's author one day. The dream laid dormant until Tiffany became a mother. With the pen name of Tiffany Tutu, a nickname given to her by her kindergarten teacher, she was inspired by the small moments and memories she collected during quarantine with her son, Brigden, to write a book celebrating him and those moments. She lives in the Midwest with her husband, three children, a cat that doesn't age, endless dinosaurs, countless baby dolls, and a few tutus, of course.  A common saying is that nothing in life is certain, but when it comes to Tiffany, one can be assured she has a glass of tea in hand, no socks on her feet, and a dream growing in her heart. Enjoy this fun episode!

One of the number one things I hear from friends, "I wish I could be more consistent."  I'm here to tell you, you CAN!  It's a matter of taking intentional actions over time. Here are the top 10 things that I think have helped me in my own journey. I share them with you in hopes of helping you jump on the consistency train! I'd love to hear from you.  What did I miss?  What would you add to the list? Happy Thursday, friends. Thanks for listening!!!

You will LOVE this woman! That is all. Cheree is a bright light in this world and sharing such a beautiful message of finding balance after burnout, something you know is dear to my heart. We had a TON to chat about and I hope it fills your cup. Cheree is a wife, boy mom, and Mompreneur Coach. She started her company, Heartfelt Mamas, as a self-care gift box company but after 3 years she found herself burnout and not very profitable.  She now helps Mompreneurs grow sustainable, profitable businesses without burnout through mindset and faith integration. Please give Cheree all the love! You can find her at: Instagram: heartfeltmamas Facebook: heartfeltmamas Website: www.heartfeltmamas.com Clubhouse: @chereesauer

I loved this time with my friend, Kirsten. She's a new friend this past year and you'll hear in today's episode our fun story of connecting. She is an absolute delight, so strong in her faith and such a secret weapon for the mama who needs encouragement. I'm grateful to know this woman and I know you'll love her, too. Kirsten loves Jesus, her husband and kids, and she loves being a mom. She believes that motherhood is a high calling, and is passionate about encouraging, inspiring, and equipping moms to rejoice in their powerful, God-given calling of motherhood. Kirsten has spent most of her life in ministry, growing up as a pastor’s kid, and later serving in missions, on staff at an international children’s ministry, as a children’s and youth pastor and worship leader. She is now in her most impacting and long-lasting ministry of all—mothering her 8 children! Kirsten loves having fun, making friends, and drinking iced chai lattes.  She is the creator of the Rejoicing in Motherhood podcast and blogger at kirstenvossler.com.

Someone commented to me that I seem joyful even as I’m talking about hard things. And without editing a response I said “because he always shows up”. Here’s my 3 min episode of encouragement.

Friend, it's a choice. I spent years living settled and complacent. I spent countless hours thinking I SHOULD do something. I felt like I could never change. I felt like my issues were unfixable. I felt like I could never be consistent. I would be frustrated or snappy, thinking it was the result of others actions that made me feel that way. Until the day I realized I get to choose. Truly choose. Despite circumstances or situations, I get to choose to take care of my mind, body, and soul. I get to choose what I fuel myself with. I get to choose to move. I get to choose how I react. I didn't start out nailing it every day and I still don't nail it every day, but when it doesn't go the way I planned I do know I get to choose how I keep going. How I show myself and others grace in the process. How I show up! Friend, it's a choice. It's up to you and only you to make it. Listen to this episode, please. I took you guys on my evening walk with me, so forgive the audio, but I just couldn't wait to share my heart.

We all need a little help with planning. Am I right or am I right?! If you have followed me for even a millisecond you know that my heart is to stay organized and ready for whatever life may throw at me, but you also know that I don't have it all together. That's why I'm thankful for people like Jennifer in my life who share ideas and tasks to helps us stay on track and orgainzed. Jennifer is the founder of The Planning Woman where she equips overwhelmed women get a grip on their schedule so they can live out their priorities. She and her husband Steven have been married 24 years and have two college aged children. In her spare time she loves to read, play Word Crossy, and hanging out with friends. You can find Jennifer on the following platforms. Go give her a follow / like and see why I love her so much! Instagram: theplanningwoman Facebook: theplanningwoman Website: www.theplanningwoman.com

Push play on this episode stat!  This is a good one and filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit and the JOY of Jesus as you get to know my friend, Maggie.  It's hard to summarize all of what we talk about here, but I can sum it up with one word.  Jesus.  This conversation was such a blessing to me and I hope it will be to you. Gave me new and fresh thoughts, which I love! Maggie is the founder and lead Bible teacher of Gospel Girl, a ministry that exists to invite women into a relationship with Jesus through the Gospel, the Bible, and friendship. Although she is only in her twenties, Maggie’s passion for creatively communicating God’s Word has been a catalyst for revival to spark in the hearts of high school and college-age women. Whether you fit the Gospel Girl age range or not, you don’t want to miss being encouraged by what God is doing in and through Gospel Girl!! This episode is for ALL of us, but if you have a youth or young adult in your life, have them follow Maggie. She's got some amazing things happening with her ministry and makes me wish I was 20 something again, so I could be a part of her group! Find her and follow on Instagram: @__gospelgirl Facebook: @mygospelgirl Website: www.gospelgirl.org

Do you know that feeling like your drowning in your to do list? Too much to do, too little time, too stressed! I do. Today I share with my number 1 tip!!!!!! You’ve got this, friend! Cheering you on.

I finally get to sit down with my friend, Daryl, and chat about all things healthy living. If you have listened to my early episodes you know that he's the one that encouraged me to start the pod in the first place and the rest, as they say, is history! This episode is PACKED full of helpful tips if you're looking to get started or already in a wellness routine. We talked about so many great things I didn't even know what to call it. The overall theme though was how we make it work for us on a daily basis, how we find consistency, and how to make it sustainable...aka Daryl's refreshing fitness philosophy. I can't wait for you to hear this one. Enjoy! Daryl is a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach and podcaster. He believes that lasting weight loss results come from following an eating and exercise plan based on your preferences, while focusing on consistency instead of perfection. You can find him out in the world: Instagram @yourlevelfitness Facebook Facebook.com/ylfcommunity Clubhouse @darylperry yourlevelfitness.com

Do you have limiting beliefs? Really think about it...do you even know if you do? Limiting beliefs are 100% up to us to push past. In today's episode, I give a couple tips on ways things that have worked for me or for a couple of my friends. I love this growth process. It's never ending! Today, I refer to a Clubhouse room that I moderate with a couple friends each week. If you're looking to join us, follow me on CH @salinajohnson My friends I refer to can be found @tracykessler and @kariannbowles - go give them a follow

I had the best chat with one of my new friends, Katy Spratte Joyce. We talked about everything from how extroverts survive the pandemic life, creating balance, and sourdough starts gone wrong. Katy is a Midwest-based freelance journalist who specializes in travel, food, and beverage coverage. She has written for Travel+Leisure, Eating Well, The New York Times, Reader's Digest, and more. When not writing or on the road, Katy enjoys lake time, a good cheese board, walking her geriatric lab Molly, and cooking with her husband Skip. Hope today's episode gives you a nugget you can take-a-way and apply in your own life. Katy can be found: Instagram at @katysjoyce website https://muckrack.com/katy-spratte-joyce Clubhouse @katysjoyce

How many times have you handed that thing over to Him? I’m guessing a million. And how many times do you wonder if He is getting tired of it yet? Well, guess what! He isn’t tired. Not in the least. He wants you to give it to Him. Over and over and over.

Have you ever been asked "What's your enneagram number?" Um, a million times. Recently, I spent time taking an official test and spending time with my long time friend and now coach, Freya Kennedy, to dig into what it all really means and how I can apply it to my life. To say that the last few weeks has been eye opening is an understatement. Learning how God made me unique and how He can use that uniqueness for His glory has been a beautiful journey opened up to me and I'm here for it. Also, 5 minutes with Freya and you'll be in love. She's a treasure to this world. Freya Kennedy is a Transformationalist and Enneagram Advisor, who helps individuals, couples, and professional teams looking to deepen and expand their unique potential by understanding their internal motivations and learning how to move beyond them.  Before deciding to start her own business, Freya has been caring for people, creating beauty, and encouraging personal growth in a variety of ways. She has nannied, facilitated yearly art markets, hosted monthly discussions on thoughtful living, worked several jobs with an emphasis on guest experience and hospitality, and most recently led the hospitality team in the dining room at the experiential Inn at Langley, for seven years.   Freya enjoys time with her husband, two teenage sons, and dog. She loves hearing people’s stories, hugging, dancing, smiling, eating amazing food, and paddle boarding on Lake Crescent. Come hang out with us and bring your notepad! You're gonna want to take notes. Freya can be found on Instagram @freya.enneagram or on her website freyakennedy.com

"I just can't find the time to (fill in the blank)." Sound familiar? Then this one is for you. I used to wear busy like a badge of honor, but now I realize that wasn't serving anyone. Fact is, there are things that should take priority and it's not about finding the time to fit them in. It's about making the time to make them happen. Quick solo episode today. Hope it fills your cup. Love you, mean it!

Oh boy, did Alison and I have fun on the pod this week. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite people. She is real, authentic, honest and bold in her faith. All things I want around me in life! Alison says she's a busy, audacious, outgoing, sometimes irritable, but always blessed, woman. Though she's have been a Believer for over a decade, she stopped investing in her relationship with the Lord years ago and found herself discontent and angry. She didn’t WANT to be that way, but she just couldn’t “get happy!” It wasn’t until she started making time for God and His Word every day, praying to Him unashamedly and listening for His response that things started to change.  She shares today how she's come a long way in her walk with Jesus since then and now her mission is to help other stressed out moms reclaim their joy through a relationship with Jesus. Grab a cup of coffee and come chat with Alison and I! You can find her on Instagram @graceoverperfection_podcast and you'll want to binge her podcast like I did. Go subscribe to "Grace Over Perfection with Alison Simmons" right now. Check out her website at www.graceoverperfection.com. Hope you enjoy today's episode!

This episode filled my cup! As you'll hear Emily and I have known each other a long time, but weren't close outside of work. Then 2020 hit the world and God gave us the gift of our friendship and shared journey of healthy living. Em is strong, inspirational, funny, and a beautiful example of perseverance. Here you'll hear Emily share her experiences (highs and lows), vulnerable real talk about food addiction, and her very big whys that keep her going every day. This episode is a little longer than my usual, but let's be honest. I couldn't cut one minute out of this. Emily Yerick is a full-time working mom of two children with special needs in Cleveland, Ohio. She is passionate about healthy, sustainable weight loss in her journey to a long and healthy life. You can follow her journey on Instagram @emisthebiggestloser For more information about joining our healthy living group, email Salina at fitforjoyinthejourney@gmail.com ~ We would love to have you with us!

Everyone meet my friend, Laura! I know you will love her as much as I do! Who says you can't find best friends on the internet?! Laura and I get to chat about life, finding your passion and wiggling through the process of doing trying things.  Laura is a wife, mama, food blogger and food photographer sharing her favorite easy and yummy recipes with busy families who are so tired of thinking about what is for dinner...again. Always with a love of cooking and backing, she started sharing her recipes on her blog as a therapeutic way to get through fertility treatments and it turned into a huge passion for food photography and creating more recipes! She now works with brands and has three digital cookbooks. Laura can be found most the time on instagram @lolosdesserts To grab yourself a cookbook or try one of her amazing recipes go to www.lolosdesserts.com If you're on Clubhouse go follow her @lauranielsen

Kim Osborne "The Idea Genius" is a personal development speaker & author that focuses on helping passionate women get clarity & confidence in their calling. A self proclaimed "Idea Genius", Kim uses her gift for innovation and experience in education & digital marketing to give speeches, trainings and one-on-one consulting to passionate women ready to live life more boldly. She is currently working on her first book designed to walk women of faith through gaining more clarity in their life purpose and calling. When Kim isn’t training or consulting, she’s spending time with her loving husband Brandon and three beautiful children Myles, Karsyn and Blakely making smores, having dance-offs and talking trash while playing the game Sorry. I had the most fun chatting with one of my Instagram friends about life, living with courage, football and listening to His Holy Spirit give direction. I'm grateful for social media because it brings people like Kim into my life. Kim talks in this episode about her "Clarity Challenge Opt In" found at http://www.kimosborne.net/claritychallenge/ Instagram is @theideagenius Facebook is @KimTheIdeaGenius Find all things The Idea Genius at www.kimosborne.net

I'm so pumped to share with you my second official interview on the pod. Not just me talking! Michelle is a wife, boymama and podcast host of The Busy Year's podcast. Her heart is to meet other mamas in the messiness of motherhood and offer encouragement and inspiration to live out their dreams and callings. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to start something new and leaning into the busy years with purpose. If you've ever thought of doing your own podcast, this is a must listen. She knows her stuff and shares some of her practical tips for launching your own adventure in this world. Can't wait for you all to meet my sweet friend, Michelle. You can find her on Instagram @michelleannhagen or @thebusyyearspodcast and her most recent love is Clubhouse, so go meet up with her @michellehagen over there!

I don’t know about you, but sometimes it’s the closest to me that get my love leftovers. Well, this past year has been a blessing for me in this way, reminding me that showing love starts in my home. I’m pretty vulnerable in this one. I hope you have a takeaway that fills your cup.

Do you feel hopeful on Sundays that you’ll have the best week ever, then by Tuesday at noon you feel completely out of control!? You’re not alone. That used to be me. These are my tips on setting the tone for your week and days. Enjoy!

Balance has seasons. I’ve been a season of stress and injury. Lots of triggers and that pantry is tempting. But balance for me looks different than it does when I am in a different place emotionally. This episode is all about nutrition and boundaries and balance and fueling ourselves!!!!

I like to break things into bite size pieces. Otherwise I overthink, feel overwhelmed and just simply don’t get things done. Here are my thoughts on the best way to find yourself moving forward!

We don’t have to have it all together to approach the throne with confidence and JOY! What!? That’s cRaZy!!!! Yep, it’s true. He wants all of you. Including the messy parts. Just a word to remind you!

As we wrap 2020 up with a bow, my heart wants to share with you my thoughts on New Years and taking the time to set your intentions on what you can control. I’m so thankful for this community and this year because it brought me into the podcast world. Thank you, friends!

I have a phobia...and it’s been a lifelong one...and recently I conquered it. Find out how. ❤️

My mom is my very first guest on the pod. I’m so excited to share her with the world. She’s beautiful, funny, quick and wise. She has a story and she shares it with the desire for others to learn through her. She knows she is imperfect and that’s what I love most about this woman. Her relentless search for truth and honesty. She’s a gem and I know you’ll love her as much as I do!!! ❤️

We all know what we say makes a difference. But we often think that about what we say to others. Here’s the deal! God loves you, too!!! What you say to you matters, too! Talk nice. Here are my ideas and tips on flipping that internal script!

Just got back from a trip, so thought I’d share my top travel tips! Maybe someday you’ll be able to use them.

Heard a quote this week and it for me to thinking. Here are my thoughts on how we are called to serve whole heartedly and not control whole heartedly. The world needs you to shine bright with love.

No need to make it weird. Meditation has become one of my most valuable tools in my life and quest for balance. God calls us to meditate, so why don’t we!? Come here my thoughts on meditation and how it can add to your mental and physical wellness

What if we didn’t have to have it all figured out, but rather saw our journey as just that. A journey to finding the pieces to the puzzle that makes each of us our true selves? What if that was our job?

So many times we hear “Choose Joy” but if sometimes we don’t even know where to start. It’s too simple. But what if we were to choose action that helps us find JOY?

Did you know that you have an active role to play in building your community? We are called to be with others. We need people. We are made to do life with others. So picking who we include in our sphere is up to us. Here are my thoughts on how we can participate in the process.

This week has left me with much to chew on. All good and I think not just for me. If you’re feeling “off” this one is for you. How much do we avoid because we just don’t want to be honest with ourselves about what we are feeling. Let’s start there and let’s start today.

I believe with all my heart that change is possible for each of us. And I, also, believe it requires work on our part. This episode is what I think it really takes to make changes and make them stick around for good!

These past few months have been a whole thing for all of us. And I’m in a place today where I realize more than ever how a grateful heart can change your days and perspective. Let’s chat about what what looks like.

Today I woke up feeling blah, so I figure what better time to share with you my top tips for shaking off a bad attitude.

I don’t like that word and you shouldn’t either. Here’s why.

Have you ever said “I wish I could stay motivated”? Well, I’m here to give you good news. It doesn’t take staying motivated to move forward. It takes finding the reason you started to begin with and holding on to it with both hands for dear life! You got this, friend!

Feeling overwhelmed with to do lists?! I used to think I could do all the things and keep all the plates spinning...until I started dropping the plates. It’s been a journey but I have a system that works for me and I hope some of these tips work for you!

I have and still do. It’s a constant work in progress to be 100% you and it takes discipline, bravery, and inner work to get there. BUT the freedom on the other side is all worth it. Hope you enjoy this episode. I got a little fired up.

I thought for a LONG time that I just wasn’t capable of being consistent in my journey. Turns out I was wrong. Here are my tips to help if it’s something your looking to change.

Yep, I am doing a podcast. I don’t know what I am doing. I don’t have a full plan. I don’t know what this will look like. But I know I’m supposed to do it. I know it’s what I’m being called to do. Crystal clear. So here we go. Let’s take a journey.