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In this episode Lesley discusses the importance of pausing during the busy holiday season. She reflects on God's call to pause the rebrand of her podcast to focus on the true spirit of Christmas and spend quality time with her family. Lesley shares how this pause has brought clarity and alignment with her purpose. She also talks about her experiences at a recent event hosted by the Adventure Paradox podcast and announces the launch of a new Heartbeat community for her listeners. Lesley emphasizes the value of authenticity and encourages her audience to take moments of rest and reflection during the holiday season.

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Lesley

In this heartfelt conversation, Leslie shares her experiences and struggles as a caregiver for her aging mother who developed dementia. Leslie discusses the challenges of balancing her mother's independence with her increasing needs, the emotional toll of making tough decisions, and the importance of community and self-care during this process. The discussion highlights the sacredness of caregiving, the parallels between parenting and caring for aging parents, and the need to follow one's intuition. Leslie also touches on her dynamic career, including her roles as an educator, yoga instructor, author, and newly minted podcaster with 'Meaning in Moxie After 50.’

Connect with Leslie:

Podcast: Meaning and Moxie After 50 

meaningandmoxieafter50.com
IG: meaningandmoxieafter50

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550733235220

The Relaxed Mama Podcast will launch on December 5th stay tuned! 

If you would like to be apart of my launch team please send me an email lesley@thekindredjourney.com

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Lesley

This episode conveys powerful themes of resilience, perseverance, and gratitude, emphasizing the importance of community support and the ongoing process of healing. Erin shares her remarkable journey of battling severe health issues which lead to receiving a life-changing kidney transplant. As a wife and mother navigating these challenges, she discusses the critical moments of her health journey, the profound role of community and family support, and her deepened faith. Erin discusses the self advocacy she had to do for herself on this journey and what life looked like as a blended family with all of the transitions they experienced over the years. She mentioned she had divine guidance along they way and apart of this process. Erin also reflects on the significant impact of receiving a kidney from a stranger and how she is appreciative of the journey and where she is today. The little moments is what carried her through this hard season and she discusses how she maintains a healthy lifestyle and CHOOSING to LIVE. There was a point along this journey where she felt like she was failing at everything. She was managing but she was failing at managing and living life in despair. She didn’t feel like she was worthy of receiving. During her season in the wilderness of waiting for a transplant she was reconnecting with parts of her that she forgot about and grateful how this journey has come full circle. 

Instagram: the_one_and_only_mrs_barnhart

Note: The story shared in this episode is an individual experience and is not considered as medical advice. 

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Lesley

In this episode, Aubri Gibb shares her transformative journey through motherhood, personal development, and spiritual awakening. Living in a small town in Indiana on a farm, Aubri discusses the challenges and identity shifts she faced after the birth of her son. From struggling with anxiety and perfectionism to becoming deeply involved in personal development, Aubrey's path led her from being an atheist with a strong science background to discovering spirituality and meditation. She emphasizes the importance of modeling authenticity, play, integrating her son into her daily life, and setting healthy boundaries. Aubri also shares her experiences hosting community workshops and starting her own business, highlighting the synchronicities that have guided her on this journey. This conversation provides insight into the balance between motherhood and personal growth, encouraging mothers to prioritize their own fulfillment for the benefit of their children.

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IG: aubrig_

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In this podcast episode, Jamie shares her incredible journey of courage, resilience, and personal growth. Moving to Los Angeles at 18 without knowing anyone, becoming a single mom without family support, and overcoming financial struggles are just a few of the challenges she faced. Jamie discusses how she navigated these tough times, the importance of trusting her gut, and embracing vulnerability. She also talks about the impact of a strong mindset, the role of a mother's intuition, and finding happiness in the present moment. This episode highlights the significance of trusting the process, staying authentic, and finding light even in difficult seasons.

Instagram: @iamjamiesue

YouTube: @iamjamiesue

Website: www.myholisticwell.com  

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Lesley

In this episode, Kristin Wilson shares her journey of motherhood, returning to work as a teacher, and navigating a difficult season of life. A mother of eight children ranging from ages 6 to 24, Kristin discusses the pivotal role of faith in navigating life's unexpected turns. She reflects on the constant need for mental flexibility and the rapid shifts required in daily parenting. Kristin delves into the importance of allowing children to exercise their own agency and make their own choices, even when it’s challenging for parents to stand by and watch. She stresses the significance of not parenting from a place of fear, but rather from a place of love, trust, and seeing children as capable individuals. Kristin also shares her act of selfless love and dedication to her children’s well-being while navigating a difficult season of life. Additionally, she highlights the value of community support and the emotional journey of learning to receive help from others. Kristin’s reflections offer profound insights into the balance of guiding children, leaning into community, and holding steadfast in faith during tough times.

If you're a woman who appreciates connecting with other women in community with vulnerability and compassion, please join us in the Solidarity Sister!

Solidarity Sister Facebook Group

Podcast: Solidarity Sister! 

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IG: @solidaritysister.kristinwilson

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Lesley

In this inspiring episode, Caylie Opatik shares her transformative journey over the past year. Facing significant life changes, Caylie recounts her experience of downsizing her living space, overcoming job loss, all while homeschooling her daughter and being a single parent. Her story reveals the power of trust in God's plan, emphasizing the importance of recognizing small, spiritual signs and the strength found in building a trusting relationship with God. Caylie also shares advice for maintaining a continuous commitment to faith and introduces her supportive community for parents, 'The Responsible Ones.' This episode underscores the profound impact of spiritual connection, trust, and leading by example as a parent.

The Responsible Parent 

Instagram: The_responsible_parent

The Responsible Ones Facebook Group

The Responsible Parent Podcast

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Lesley

In this episode Lesley unpacks what it is like solo parenting of two under two for the summer, some of the adventures they have experienced, also some of the challenges she has faced. She also emphasizes on the importance of embracing life's different seasons, finding strength in community support, focuses in on how practicing gratitude can tremendously shift ones perspetive.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed creating it for you. I would love to connect with you via email or message on Facebook or Instagram. Email: lesley@thekindredjourney.com Instagram: Kindredjourney Facebook: Lesley Alberts Thank you for joining me and listening to the Kindred Journey Podcast. If this episode resonated with you, please consider taking the time to rate and review the podcast, your positive feedback helps me reach more courageous women like you. XO, Lesley

Lisa Roers shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming loneliness, trauma, and fear to find joy and purpose in her life. Lisa discusses her family's struggles, her experiences in the corporate world, and the transformative power of faith. She also highlights her travels in Europe as pivotal moments that tested and built her courage. Through her story, Lisa emphasizes the importance of patience, empathy, and stepping into courage even when it's not chosen. Her insights offer valuable lessons on resilience and the significance of finding one's purpose.

Key Takeaways

• Embrace it or get through it, learn as much as you can from the circumstance.
• God got ahold of me before I got ahold of him
• Relying on our own strength is limiting
• Fear is here for a reason, it is to keep us safe but to still step forward
• Courage comes to us in different forms, experience is everything.
• Don’t worry about having it all figured out, God will reveal your path.
• None of the hard things will return void.
• It is hard to be patient and have perspective.

https://www.lisaroers.com

Sunshine Cafe Podcast

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Instagram: Sunshinecafepodcast

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Lesley

Taylor Gage is a coach, writer, podcaster, filmmaker, public speaker, workshop/seminar host, and teacher. She also is a sailor, nomad, philosophy nerd, consciousness explorer, and student of the world, who is living slowly and simply in her floating tiny home. 

In this episode Taylor shares her incredible journey from a comfortable suburban life in Seattle to living on a sailboat and traveling the world with her husband. Taylor talks about the drastic lifestyle changes they made, the courage it took to leave everything behind, and the profound lessons they've learned along the way. The conversation delves into the challenges of decluttering physical and digital lives, the quest for simplicity and sustainability, and the highs and lows of their new adventurous life. Taylor also provides insights on maintaining authenticity, particularly in the context of social media, and offers thoughts on making conscious life choices.

https://taylorgage.com/

Rewilding Podcast

https://taylorgage.substack.com/

YouTube: Making Our Way

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Lesley