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Do you feel stuck in the same thoughts, reactions, and patterns as a mom? Do you find yourself overwhelmed… frustrated… or constantly reacting in ways you wish you could change? And maybe the hardest part— you don’t even know how to change it? What if the problem isn’t your circumstances… but the lens you’re looking through? In this episode, we’re diving into what it means to live through a lens of wonder—and why this shift can completely transform your thoughts, your emotions, and your everyday life as a mom. Because so often, we move through life with certainty. We assume we know why things are happening. We label people. We jump to conclusions. We react automatically. And without realizing it, that certainty keeps us stuck in the exact cycles we’re desperate to break free from. But there is another way. A way that replaces pressure with curiosity… control with trust… and fear with faith. In this episode, we talk about: – Why your current thought patterns keep you stuck in the same cycles – How certainty fuels frustration, disconnection, and overwhelm – What it looks like to shift into curiosity and “wonder” instead – How fear quietly keeps you small, reactive, and focused on control – The difference between living in fear vs being led by the Holy Spirit – How trusting God’s sovereignty changes how you experience everything – Why you were chosen to live in this exact time—and what that means for you Because when you let fear lead… you shrink back. You play it safe. You focus only on protecting yourself and your family. But when you let God lead? You step into purpose. You live on mission. You begin to ask different questions. Instead of: “Why is this happening to me?” You start asking: “What might God be doing here?” “Why was I chosen for this season?” “How is He inviting me to show up differently?” You are not here by accident. You were chosen for this time in history—on purpose, for a purpose. And even if you don’t know all the specifics yet, you already have a place to begin: Love your neighbor. Show up. Be faithful in the small things. Stay open to what God is doing. This episode will help you break free from the mental and emotional patterns keeping you stuck—and step into a new way of seeing your life that brings more peace, purpose, and alignment with God. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel stuck in the same patterns—reacting the same way, thinking the same thoughts, and wondering why nothing is changing? Maybe you’re trying your best to grow, to be more patient, more peaceful, more present… but you keep falling back into frustration, comparison, or overwhelm. What if the issue isn’t your effort—but your lens? In this episode, we continue the Wonder series by talking about what it looks like to see your life through a Gospel lens. Because how you see everything—your circumstances, your struggles, your identity, your relationships—changes everything. When you’re looking through a lens of pressure, performance, or self-reliance, life feels heavy, exhausting, and never enough. But when you begin to see through the truth of the Gospel—who God is, who you are, and what’s already been finished—you start to experience freedom, peace, and clarity in a whole new way. In this episode, we’re unpacking: • Why you keep feeling stuck in the same emotional cycles • The difference between striving to change and being transformed • How your current “lens” may be distorting your reality • What it practically looks like to view your life through the Gospel • How this shift changes your motherhood, marriage, and daily experience This isn’t about trying harder. It’s about seeing differently. And when you do, everything begins to shift. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you feel like your phone has more control over your day than you do? Maybe you’ve already realized how much time you’re spending on it… but when you try to change, it feels harder than you expected. You reach for it without thinking. You tell yourself “just a minute”… and then you’re stuck. And at the end of the day, you’re left feeling distracted, drained, and disconnected from what actually matters. In today’s episode, we’re continuing the conversation on phone usage—but this time, we’re moving into real, practical change. Because awareness is important… but it’s not enough on its own. If you’re ready to feel more present, more peaceful, and more in control of your time and attention, this episode will give you a clear place to start. We’re talking about what it actually looks like to step out of constant distraction and into a life that feels more real, grounded, and connected. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever pick up your phone for “just a second”… and then suddenly 20 minutes are gone? Maybe you feel constantly distracted, overstimulated, or pulled in a hundred different directions throughout the day. Or maybe you notice it most in the quiet moments— when you could be present with your kids, your husband, or even God… but instead, you instinctively reach for your phone. In this episode, we start an honest conversation about phone usage—not from a place of shame, but from a place of awareness. Because so often, this habit feels small and harmless… but over time, it can quietly shape our focus, our peace, and even our connection with the people who matter most. Today we’re unpacking what’s really happening when we constantly reach for our phones, why it’s so hard to stop, and what it might be replacing in our lives. If you’ve been feeling scattered, disconnected, or frustrated with how much time you’re spending on your phone—this episode is for you. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel disconnected in your marriage—but you can’t quite explain why? Maybe there’s no big issue. No major conflict. But something just feels… off. The conversations aren’t as easy. The connection feels thinner. And you’re not sure how you got here—or how to fix it. In this episode, we continue the “small things” series, this time focusing on marriage. Because just like in parenting, the health of your marriage isn’t usually shaped by big, dramatic moments—it’s shaped by the small, daily interactions that either build connection or slowly create distance. In this conversation, we talk about simple, practical ways to nurture your marriage in everyday life—without needing more time, more energy, or a complete relationship overhaul. These are the kinds of shifts that may seem small in the moment… but over time, they can completely change the tone, connection, and intimacy in your relationship. If you’ve been feeling distant, discouraged, or unsure how to reconnect with your spouse, this episode will give you a clear and doable place to start. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the pressure of motherhood? Maybe you feel like you should be doing more with your kids—more activities, more quality time, more intentional parenting moments. Or maybe you’re carrying mom guilt because you lost your patience again, raised your voice, or feel like you’re constantly falling short. In today’s episode, we’re starting a new series all about the small things—the simple, everyday moments that often make the biggest impact in our lives. Because the truth is, shaping your child’s heart and identity doesn’t usually happen through the big, Pinterest-worthy moments. It happens through the tiny, ordinary interactions that repeat day after day. In this episode, we talk about simple ways to build connection with your kids that take just a few minutes, but can have a lasting impact on their sense of identity, security, and relationship with you. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the idea that you need to be the perfect mom or create constant “core memories,” this conversation will help you breathe again. Because sometimes the most powerful parenting happens in the smallest moments. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do real friendships sometimes feel confusing, overwhelming, or even impossible? In this final episode of the friendship series, we continue exploring the mindsets and practices that help create life-giving relationships—the kind of friendships many of us deeply want but aren’t always sure how to build. One of the biggest shifts we can make is learning to move beyond surface-level relationships into friendships where honesty, feedback, and growth are welcomed. Healthy friendships aren’t built on constant agreement or people-pleasing. They grow when we are willing to listen, speak truth in love, and sharpen each other in grace. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to be open to feedback, how to lovingly challenge friends when needed, and why avoiding hard conversations can keep relationships stuck. We also discuss the role of emotional regulation in relationships and how unresolved pain or hopelessness can quietly sabotage connection. If you’ve ever longed for deeper friendships but aren’t sure how to get there, this episode will help you take the next step. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Friendship is something many of us deeply desire—but still struggle to experience in a meaningful way. In this episode, we continue the conversation on building healthy, life-giving friendships by exploring some of the mindsets that quietly sabotage connection. One of the biggest obstacles? Perfectionism. When we feel like we need to have the perfect home, the perfect life, or the perfect kids before letting people get close to us, we unintentionally block the very vulnerability that real friendship requires. In this episode, we talk about how letting people see the real you—the messy, imperfect parts—actually creates deeper connection. We also dive into the danger of comparison, why it suffocates friendships, and how shifting your mindset can transform the way you relate to others. Finally, we explore how to move conversations beyond small talk so friendships can grow into something deeper and more meaningful. If you’ve been longing for more authentic connection in your life, this episode will encourage you with practical ways to begin building it. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do friendships feel harder than they should? Do you want deeper connection… but always feel too tired, too busy, or too overwhelmed to try? Do you find yourself automatically saying no—even when part of you is longing for community? In today’s episode, we continue the conversation about friendship by talking about one of the biggest barriers to real connection: our resistance to saying yes. Not because we don’t care. Not because we don’t want friends. But because comfort, fear, and routine quietly start making our decisions for us. We talk about: • Why adult friendships require intentional effort • How comfort culture and “protect your peace” thinking can keep us isolated • Why your default might be “no” without you realizing it • The difference between healthy boundaries and self-protection • Why deep friendships always cost something • How convenience is often the enemy of connection • What it really looks like to build community over time This episode will help you: • Recognize where you’ve been closing yourself off without meaning to • Understand why discomfort is part of building real relationships • Learn how to say yes without burning out • Stop waiting to be chosen and start participating • Take small, realistic steps toward deeper friendships If you’ve been praying for community but avoiding opportunities for it… this episode will gently challenge you. You don’t need a perfect schedule. You don’t need a perfect house. You don’t need to feel “ready.” Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is say yes. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you want deeper friendships… but don’t know how to get there? Do you long for real connection, but keep feeling disappointed? Do you feel like everyone else already has their people—and you somehow missed the window? Maybe you’ve been hurt before. Maybe you’re tired of trying. Maybe you don’t even know what healthy friendship is supposed to look like anymore. In today’s episode, we continue the conversation about building a village by talking specifically about friendship—why it’s so hard in adulthood, what gets in the way, and how God actually designed us to walk with one another. This episode is for the woman who: • Feels lonely even though she’s surrounded by people • Wants meaningful friendships but keeps settling for surface-level connection • Has been burned by past relationships and feels guarded • Doesn’t know how to move from acquaintance to true friend • Is craving community but feels stuck We talk about: • Why adult friendships feel harder than they used to • The difference between convenience-based friendships and covenant-style friendships • How fear of rejection keeps us from reaching out • Why waiting to be chosen leaves us isolated • The role vulnerability plays in building trust • How to pursue friendship without desperation or comparison • What healthy, God-centered friendship actually looks like This episode will help you: • Stop believing you’re the only one who feels this way • Understand why friendship takes time and intention • Learn how to take the first step toward connection • Release the pressure for instant intimacy • Begin building relationships that are rooted in truth, not performance If you’ve been praying for deeper friendships but don’t know where to begin, this episode will give you clarity, courage, and a new way forward. You were never meant to walk alone. But friendship doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built—with humility, courage, and faith. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you feel lonely even when you’re surrounded by people? Do you crave deep connection but don’t know where to find it? Do you want a “village”… but you’re exhausted from trying to build one? Maybe you’ve been hurt by church. Maybe you’ve tried small groups and still feel unseen. Maybe you’re longing for community but don’t even know where to begin. In today’s episode, we continue the conversation about creating a village by talking honestly about the role of the local church—why it matters, why it’s hard, and how God designed it to be part of your healing and flourishing. This episode is for the woman who: Feels isolated and disconnected in this season of life Wants meaningful relationships but keeps hitting walls Has been burned by church and doesn’t know how to try again Keeps hoping community will “just happen” but feels stuck Is tired of doing life alone We talk about: Why our culture makes building real community harder than ever The difference between attending church and being planted How church-hopping and isolation keep us stuck in shallow connection Why healing from church hurt doesn’t mean abandoning God’s design What it actually looks like to create a village over time Practical next steps for finding and committing to a life-giving church Why serving and small groups matter more than Sunday mornings alone This is not a “find perfect people” episode. This is a stay, grow, and build something real episode. If you’ve been praying for community but haven’t wanted to risk disappointment again, this conversation will gently challenge you—and give you a clearer path forward. You don’t need a perfect church. You don’t need instant friendships. You need roots. And this episode will help you start planting them. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Have you ever found yourself asking, “Where is my village?” Where are the people who are supposed to help? Where are the friends who show up? Where is the support everyone talks about? Maybe motherhood feels lonelier than you expected. Maybe you thought community would just happen. Maybe you’re tired of doing everything on your own and wondering what went wrong. In today’s episode, we talk about the question so many women are quietly carrying: Where is the village? But instead of staying in frustration, we look at this from a different lens — one that brings back hope, agency, and direction. We talk about: • Why modern life makes real community harder than ever • How technology and busyness create the illusion of connection • Why loneliness isn’t a personal failure • The lie that “the system is broken so there’s nothing I can do” • What it actually takes to build lasting relationships This episode will help you: • Stop feeling powerless about your lack of support • Understand why deep friendships take time • See the difference between acquaintances and true community • Learn why village doesn’t magically appear — it’s built • Take the first step toward creating the support you long for If you’ve been feeling isolated, disappointed, or like you missed out on something everyone else seems to have — this conversation will gently challenge you and encourage you at the same time. You are not broken for wanting a village. But the village won’t appear without intention. And when you begin taking small, faithful steps toward people, God can build something far more beautiful than you imagined. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel like your whole life is about giving… and you’re the one left empty? Giving to your kids. Giving to your marriage. Giving to your work. Giving to everyone who needs something from you. Maybe you tell yourself this is what love looks like. Maybe you believe good moms don’t need much. Maybe you feel guilty for wanting more than survival. But somewhere along the way, sacrifice stopped feeling holy… and started feeling heavy. In today’s episode, we talk about sacrifice — not the kind God invites us into, but the kind that quietly turns into resentment, burnout, and loss of self. Not laying down your life in love. But disappearing in the name of being needed. We talk about how unhealthy sacrifice shows up when: • You ignore your limits • You believe your needs don’t matter • You feel selfish for resting • You equate love with suffering • You stay depleted instead of restored This episode will help you: • Discern the difference between godly sacrifice and self-erasure • Understand why constant depletion isn’t spiritual • See how resentment is a signal, not a failure • Learn how to honor your needs without guilt • Begin practicing sacrifice that leads to life instead of loss If you’ve been feeling tired, invisible, or quietly angry — this episode will help you name what’s really happening underneath it. God does call us to lay down our lives. But He never calls us to disappear. And when sacrifice flows from love instead of fear, it leads to freedom — not bitterness. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel like your emotional state rises and falls with how your kids are doing? When they’re happy, you feel okay. When they struggle, you panic. When they mess up, you feel like you failed. Maybe you’re constantly worried about their future. Maybe their behavior feels like a reflection of you. Maybe your peace depends on whether or not they’re okay. In today’s episode, we continue our series on the sneaky things that steal our joy by talking about one of the most tender and dangerous idols for moms: the idol of our kids. Not loving them. Not caring deeply. Not wanting what’s best for them. But placing our identity, security, and worth in how they turn out. We talk about how this shows up when: • You feel responsible for your child’s emotions • You fear their mistakes more than you trust God • You define your success by their behavior • You try to control outcomes instead of steward hearts • You lose yourself in motherhood This episode will help you: • Recognize where fear is driving your parenting • Understand why control feels loving but isn’t • See how making kids the center creates pressure instead of safety • Learn how to release your child back to God • Begin parenting from trust instead of anxiety If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by your child’s choices, behavior, or future — this episode will help you see what’s really happening underneath it. Your child was never meant to be your source of peace. God is. And when you let Him be, both you and your child can breathe again. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel like you can’t slow down… even when you want to? Like there’s always more to do. More to fix. More to manage. More to prove. Maybe rest feels irresponsible. Maybe stopping feels unsafe. Maybe you don’t know who you are if you’re not being productive. In today’s episode, we continue our series on the sneaky things that steal our joy by talking about another deeply praised idol in our culture: the idol of work. Not diligence. Not responsibility. Not doing what God has called you to do. But the kind of work that replaces trust, worth, and dependence on God. We talk about how work becomes an idol when: • Your value comes from how much you get done • You feel guilty when you rest • You carry constant pressure to do more • You use busyness to avoid what you feel • You believe everything depends on you This episode will help you: • Recognize where work has become your source of worth • Understand why striving never brings peace • See how busyness keeps you from God instead of drawing you to Him • Learn the difference between faithfulness and self-reliance • Begin practicing rest as trust, not laziness If you’ve been feeling driven, exhausted, or afraid to slow down — this episode will help you see what’s really underneath it. You were never meant to carry everything. You were meant to walk with God. And that’s where real peace is found. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever feel like you’re being measured — even when no one is saying anything out loud? Measured by how you look. By how your kids behave. By how put-together your life appears. By what other moms seem to be doing better than you. Maybe you don’t call it “image.” Maybe you call it pressure. Or comparison. Or trying not to fail. Or just wanting to be seen as a good mom. In today’s episode, we continue our series on the sneaky things that steal our joy by talking about another quiet idol in our culture: the idol of image. Not just caring what people think — but letting what people think shape how you live. We talk about how image takes over when: • You feel anxious about how others see your parenting • You hide your struggles instead of asking for help • You compare your life to what you see online • You perform instead of rest • You feel like you have to hold everything together This episode will help you: • Recognize where image is driving your choices • Understand why it leaves you exhausted and insecure • See how comparison is robbing you of peace • Learn how to live from identity instead of performance • Begin trading pressure for freedom and approval for peace If you’ve been feeling tense, unseen, or like you’re never quite enough — this conversation will help you name what’s really going on underneath it. You were never meant to manage an image. You were meant to live from who God says you are. And that’s where freedom begins. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Comfort is something most of us chase without even realizing it. We organize our lives around what feels safe, familiar, and emotionally manageable — but over time, that pursuit of comfort can quietly replace trust in God. In this episode, we talk about: • How comfort becomes an idol • Why discomfort often accompanies spiritual growth • How avoiding hard things keeps us stuck • The difference between God’s peace and personal comfort • What it means to follow God when obedience feels costly If you’ve been feeling stuck in patterns that feel safe but unfulfilling, or if you’ve been resisting change because it feels too hard, this episode will help you reframe discomfort as part of God’s refining work. Sometimes the very thing we’re avoiding is where God is inviting us to grow. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I should be farther along by now”? Or wondering why God seems to be answering everyone else’s prayers… but not yours? Comparison is sneaky. It doesn’t always look like jealousy — sometimes it looks like discouragement, frustration, or feeling stuck in the season you’re in. And before we know it, it starts stealing the joy God wants us to have. In today’s episode, I’m kicking off a new series on the sneaky things that steal our joy — and we’re starting with comparison. We’re talking about three lies comparison whispers to us: • I should be farther along by now • Why hasn’t God answered my prayers? • Why am I still here? Your story is not late. Your prayers are not ignored. And your season is not wasted. God is weaving something in your life — even when you can’t see it yet. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com

Do you love your days? Not just the big picture—but the hours in the middle of your day. The work you do. The way you spend your time with your kids. The rhythm of your life. If your day-to-day feels stagnant, draining, or disconnected from who you are, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Wonder series, we’re talking about calling—not just in terms of career, but in how you live, work, serve, and show up in the season God has you in right now. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com  

Do you ever feel stuck with God? Maybe you hear other people talk about their deep, emotional connection with Him—and you wonder why it feels so hard to access that kind of intimacy. Or maybe you used to feel close to God, but lately your faith feels dry, routine, or distant. In this episode, we continue the Wonder series by talking about how to restore passion, curiosity, and intimacy in your relationship with God—no matter what season you’re in. love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com