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Why You’re Overthinking Service - And What to Do Instead with Brittney Hanks

Why You’re Overthinking Service - And What to Do Instead with Brittney Hanks

Update: 2025-03-25
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We often overthink service—imagining it must be big, elaborate, or time-consuming. But what if the most impactful acts are the simplest ones done with love?


In this heartfelt episode, Lizzy Jensen sits down with Brittney Hanks, creator of Home & Kind, to explore why service doesn’t have to be overwhelming to be meaningful. Brittney shares powerful personal stories—from ignoring a prompting and regretting it, to delivering soup at just the right moment—and offers practical ways to bring kindness into everyday life. Whether you’re navigating motherhood, trying to serve more intentionally, or want to teach your kids about giving, this episode will uplift and inspire.


Chapters:


00:0001:09 | Meet Brittney Hanks

•Brittney shares her background, including her cross-country childhood and entrepreneurial roots

•How moving frequently built her resilience and openness to change


01:0904:20 | From Sewing Swimsuits to Family-Focused Business

•Brittney’s journey from product-based business to digital creator

•Why family and service became central to her brand


04:2007:44 | Becoming the Face of a Brand

•Overcoming hesitation to show up online

•The advice that helped her show up more confidently on camera


07:4410:37 | Simplicity is the Superpower

•Why “too simple to share” is actually what moms need

•The beauty of easy, approachable tips that reduce mental load


10:3716:14 | The Power of Prompted Service

•Brittney’s story of failing to act on a prompting—and what she learned

•How to recognize and follow spiritual nudges in daily life


16:1422:17 | Even the Helpers Need Help

•Serving those who usually serve others

•Why simple acts like a meal or fresh fruit can be surprisingly powerful


22:1726:43 | What to Bring (Besides Dinner)

•Creative, non-intimidating gift ideas beyond dinner

•The magic of snack trays, muffins, and chopped fruit


26:4329:31 | Involving Kids in Service

•Teaching kids empathy by including them in acts of giving

•Using service to counteract entitlement


29:3132:09 | Thoughtful Gifts Beyond Food

•Outside-the-box service ideas like coloring books or airplane kits for kids

•Why small gestures can leave lasting impressions


32:0936:44 | Creating a Home Filled with Light

•How moms set the emotional tone of the home

•Letting kids see your personal spiritual practices in action


36:4441:57 | The Power of Confidence and Purpose

•Why building inner confidence is key to showing up for others

•Encouraging kids to lean into their unique strengths


41:5743:00 | Final Reflections

•Brittney’s legacy: helping people feel capable, seen, and loved

•Mutual admiration and encouragement between Lizzy and Brittney




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Why You’re Overthinking Service - And What to Do Instead with Brittney Hanks

Why You’re Overthinking Service - And What to Do Instead with Brittney Hanks