Simple Purposeful Living Podcast

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8 Things to Do When Your Child Is Anxious About Going Back to School

August 04, 2026

Back-to-school season is packed with emotions like joy, nerves, excitement, and a whole lot of worry about what’s to come. That’s why in this episode I’m sharing eight tiny tweaks that have helped my kids (and me!) face new seasons with courage. From creating side-by-side conversations and normalizing anxiety, to adding comfort anchors, practicing new situations, and celebrating milestones, these small shifts make a big difference in helping kids flex their “fear muscle.” Rooted in my expe...

Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult? with Crystal Paine

July 28, 2026

Friendship is something so many of us long for, yet it can feel harder than ever to build as adults. Between busy schedules, social media, past hurts, and the fear of putting ourselves out there, it’s easy to believe that deep, meaningful friendships just aren’t possible anymore.  Today, I’m joined by my longtime friend and mentor, Crystal Paine, for an honest conversation about why friendship matters so much, and why it’s one of the most important cornerstones of a happy, purposeful ...

How to Make Summer Easier: 25 Ways I'm Lowering the Bar

July 21, 2026

Summer has a funny way of making us feel like we should be doing more. More adventures, more Pinterest-worthy meals, more memory-making, more productivity—and if we’re not careful, we can end up comparing our real lives to everyone else’s highlight reels.  In this episode, I’m sharing something a little more personal: the 25 ways I’ve intentionally lowered the bar this summer so I can stop chasing perfection and start enjoying the season I’m actually living. From letting my kids make ...