Simple Purposeful Living Podcast

What happens when the life you thought you were going to live takes a completely unexpected turn? That’s exactly what happened to my longtime friend Beth with her family’s incredible journey from foster care to adoption, raising six kids, and learning to trust God in the middle of it all.  We’ll talk about the world of youth sports, the pressure, the politics, the identity kids can attach to their sport, and how we can help our kids remember that they are so much more than an athlete. Beth shares what she wishes she had known sooner, why she encourages her kids to pursue multiple interests, and how their family has learned to prioritize faith, family, and the things that matter most, even when it means disappointing a coach.  We also talk about the beautiful lessons sports can teach, the importance of showing up, and how to support kids through both the wins and the losses. Plus, Beth shares more about Dream Big Honduras, the mission she and her husband started to help remove barriers to education for kids in Honduras. This is such a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, adoption, sports, and trusting God with the unexpected, and I hope you walk away with a tiny tweak (and maybe a little encouragement) for your own family! Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Get your Simple Purposeful Living Happy Notes! Be sure to use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% OFF your entire order! 👉 If you loved this conversation with Beth and want more from her, check her out on Instagram @dreambighondurasmissions, and on Facebook at Dream Big Honduras! 🌟We’re here to help you live a life filled with intention and joy. Let’s stay connected and spark meaningful conversations on our vibrant social media platforms: 📸 Instagram: Discover daily inspiration and visual storytelling that will uplift your spirit! 👍 Facebook: Join our thriving community, engage in discussions, and get exclusive content! 📍Pinterest: Find a treasure trove of creative ideas, tips, & resources to live a purposeful life! But wait, there’s more! ✨Don’t miss out on these amazing resources that will guide and empower you on your journey: 🍽️ Free 7-Day Meal Plan Guide: Kickstart a healthy lifestyle with our delicious, easy-to-follow meal plans! 🛍️ Simple Purposeful Living Shop: Browse our curated collection of products that spark joy and make everyday living simple! 📝Simple Purposeful Living Blog: Dive into insightful articles, tips, and personal stories that will inspire you to live with purpose! Together, let’s embrace the beauty of simple, purposeful living!💖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fall is finally here, and I am ready for cozy! But before you run out and buy a bunch of new fall decor, I want to remind you that you probably already have everything you need to make your home feel warmer, softer, and more like a respite. That’s why ’m sharing my simple four-step approach to creating a cozier home: clear, freshen, cozy, and simplify. We’ll talk about why subtracting visual clutter can make the things you love shine, how to freshen up your space by shopping your own home first, and how to use all five senses, not just what you see, to create that cozy fall feeling.  Plus, I’m sharing simple ways to reduce friction in your everyday routines, create easier rhythms, and lower the bar when “organized” doesn’t have to mean “beautiful.” You don’t need a weekend project or a shopping spree, just a few tiny tweaks that make your home feel a little easier, lighter, and cozier this season. Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Get your Simple Purposeful Living Weekly Plan Notepad and Gratitude Journal! Be sure to use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% OFF your entire order! 👉 www.aquatru.com and use code ‘PURPOSEFUL’ for 20% off! 🌟We’re here to help you live a life filled with intention and joy. Let’s stay connected and spark meaningful conversations on our vibrant social media platforms: 📸 Instagram: Discover daily inspiration and visual storytelling that will uplift your spirit! 👍 Facebook: Join our thriving community, engage in discussions, and get exclusive content! 📍Pinterest: Find a treasure trove of creative ideas, tips, & resources to live a purposeful life! But wait, there’s more! ✨Don’t miss out on these amazing resources that will guide and empower you on your journey: 🍽️ Free 7-Day Meal Plan Guide: Kickstart a healthy lifestyle with our delicious, easy-to-follow meal plans! 🛍️ Simple Purposeful Living Shop: Browse our curated collection of products that spark joy and make everyday living simple! 📝Simple Purposeful Living Blog: Dive into insightful articles, tips, and personal stories that will inspire you to live with purpose! Together, let’s embrace the beauty of simple, purposeful living!💖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if getting better with money didn’t require a massive overhaul, but a few small, intentional habits?  Today I’m chatting with Crystal Paine of MoneySavingMom.com about simple ways to become more intentional with your money, from creating rhythms around budgeting to finding contentment with what you already have.  We talk about the power of knowing your “why,” making small changes that add up, and one of my favorite ideas from her new book: consulting your 90-year-old self when making decisions today. Plus, Crystal shares encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed or ashamed about their finances, along with a tiny tweak and tiny joy that are making life a little easier lately. If you’re ready to feel more confident, peaceful, and purposeful with your money, this episode is for you! Mentioned in This Episode: 👉Check out Crystals book! The 7 Habits of Financially Healthy Women: How to Stop Stressing, Begin Where You Are, and Build the Future You Want 👉And don’t forget your Budgeting Freebie from Crystal!  🌟We’re here to help you live a life filled with intention and joy. Let’s stay connected and spark meaningful conversations on our vibrant social media platforms: 📸 Instagram: Discover daily inspiration and visual storytelling that will uplift your spirit! 👍 Facebook: Join our thriving community, engage in discussions, and get exclusive content! 📍Pinterest: Find a treasure trove of creative ideas, tips, & resources to live a purposeful life! But wait, there’s more! ✨Don’t miss out on these amazing resources that will guide and empower you on your journey: 🍽️ Free 7-Day Meal Plan Guide: Kickstart a healthy lifestyle with our delicious, easy-to-follow meal plans! 🛍️ Simple Purposeful Living Shop: Browse our curated collection of products that spark joy and make everyday living simple! 📝Simple Purposeful Living Blog: Dive into insightful articles, tips, and personal stories that will inspire you to live with purpose! Together, let’s embrace the beauty of simple, purposeful living!💖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You asked, and I’m answering!  We’re bringing back a fan favorite: Ask Me Anything, Fall Edition 2026… we’re talking about everything from my Burger of the Week strategy and how to make family dinners feel less boring, to overcoming mom guilt when it comes to making time for friends.  I’m also sharing my simple approach to planning home projects, what my fitness routine actually looks like in my 40s, a little behind-the-scenes update on my second book, and how our evening routines have changed as my kids have gotten older. Plus, I’m sharing some of my favorite podcasts, where I shop for my girls, and a tiny tweak that’s helping me stay more focused and present by simply putting my phone out of sight. As always, my hope is that you walk away with one small idea you can try to make your life a little easier, simpler, and more purposeful!  Mentioned in This Episode: 👉Tiny Tweaks, Happy Life Book 👉7 Tiny Changes That Make Dinner Instantly Feel Easier Episode 🌟We’re here to help you live a life filled with intention and joy. Let’s stay connected and spark meaningful conversations on our vibrant social media platforms: 📸 Instagram: Discover daily inspiration and visual storytelling that will uplift your spirit! 👍 Facebook: Join our thriving community, engage in discussions, and get exclusive content! 📍Pinterest: Find a treasure trove of creative ideas, tips, & resources to live a purposeful life! But wait, there’s more! ✨Don’t miss out on these amazing resources that will guide and empower you on your journey: 🍽️ Free 7-Day Meal Plan Guide: Kickstart a healthy lifestyle with our delicious, easy-to-follow meal plans! 🛍️ Simple Purposeful Living Shop: Browse our curated collection of products that spark joy and make everyday living simple! 📝Simple Purposeful Living Blog: Dive into insightful articles, tips, and personal stories that will inspire you to live with purpose! Together, let’s embrace the beauty of simple, purposeful living!💖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some nights, getting dinner on the table feels like a full-blown event. You’re tired, everyone has an opinion, there are practices and activities and places to be, and somehow you’re also supposed to figure out what everyone is going to eat. But dinner doesn’t have to be fancy to feed your family! In this episode, I’m sharing seven tiny tweaks to make dinner time easier, including some of my favorite ways to lower the bar, simplify cleanup, and get the whole family involved. We’re talking about serving dinner “bar style,” keeping paper plates on hand for the nights when you just can’t even, creating your own list of go-to “I can’t even” dinners, and letting convenience foods do some of the heavy lifting. I’ll also share how I involve my kids in planning, prepping, and cleaning up dinner, why meal planning doesn’t have to be complicated, and one simple thing you can do tonight to make tomorrow’s dinner 10% easier. Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Get your Simple Purposeful Living Weekly Plan Notepad and Meal Planner. Be sure to use code ‘PODCAST’ for 10% OFF your entire order! 🌟We’re here to help you live a life filled with intention and joy. Let’s stay connected and spark meaningful conversations on our vibrant social media platforms: 📸 Instagram: Discover daily inspiration and visual storytelling that will uplift your spirit! 👍 Facebook: Join our thriving community, engage in discussions, and get exclusive content! 📍Pinterest: Find a treasure trove of creative ideas, tips, & resources to live a purposeful life! But wait, there’s more! ✨Don’t miss out on these amazing resources that will guide and empower you on your journey: 🍽️ Free 7-Day Meal Plan Guide: Kickstart a healthy lifestyle with our delicious, easy-to-follow meal plans! 🛍️ Simple Purposeful Living Shop: Browse our curated collection of products that spark joy and make everyday living simple! 📝Simple Purposeful Living Blog: Dive into insightful articles, tips, and personal stories that will inspire you to live with purpose! Together, let’s embrace the beauty of simple, purposeful living!💖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices