Best Inside My Notebook Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Winning When the Odds Are Stacked Against You 37:37

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, Courtney gets real about what it means to win when everything seems to be working against you. From setbacks to self-doubt, we explore how faith, resilience, and grace can lead to breakthrough moments even in your darkest hours. This episode is for anyone who's ever felt overlooked, u…

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5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Women Over 50 Are Making - And How To Fix Them 11:21

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Intermittent fasting can be a very effective fat loss strategy. But if you're doing it wrong—or too aggressively—it might be backfiring on you. Today I'm sharing the 5 most common intermittent fasting mistakes women over 50 make ...and how to fix them for better energy, metabolism, and long-term fat loss. CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following…

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Your List Lasts Even if Social Media Disappears Tomorrow 7:56

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In this episode of Creatives on Fire, we’re diving into one of the most powerful (yet often overlooked) tools in your business: your email list. If you’re building an online brand, trying to launch a product, or just want a stronger connection with your audience—this is for you. This week, I’m breaking down a few highlights from Chapter Three of my…

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Freedom to Choose: Alcohol, Fat Loss & the Power of Intentionality 7:56

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On this Independence Day holiday, there will be fireworks, burgers, family gatherings… maybe even a frozen cocktail or a cold beer on the deck.But here’s what I want to explore: How does alcohol affect your fat loss progress—and can you still enjoy your favorite drink without sabotaging your goals?This is not about judgment. It’s about awareness, s…

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How Do I Stay in Shape Spiritually If God Doesn’t Add Weight to the Bar? 35:32

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Send us a text Welcome back to Allow Yourself Grace with your host, Courtney Christten the space where we get real, get raw, and rise anyway. In today’s soul-shifting episode, Courtney explores what it means to stay spiritually strong in seasons of stillness, when God seems silent or life feels light. What if you’re not under pressure, but still ca…

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Declare Your Independence from Yo-Yo Dieting: July is the New January! 8:32

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Today we’re not just talking about summer health habits…we’re talking about FREEDOM. This July, It’s time to declare your independence from: Yo-yo dieting Food guilt and confusion That “I’ll start over in January” resolution lie Because July 4th is right around the corner, and while the USA is celebrating freedom from British rule, I want you to ce…

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This Step Is the One That Changes Everything 9:33

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This Creatives on Fire episode is extra special because I’m sharing Secret #1 from my brand-new book Creatives on Fire: 71 Secrets to Making Money Online. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the options for starting or growing your business online, today’s episode is the clarity you’ve been waiting for. Because no matter what platform or product…

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Home Workouts vs Gym Workouts: Which Wins? 9:36

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Today, we’re diving into a big question that comes up a lot: Do I need to join a gym to get results? No! You can get an incredibly effective, muscle-sculpting, fat-burning, confidence-boosting workout... without ever leaving your house. Let’s talk about why so many women love home workouts, what to watch out for, and how to make them actually work.…

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RAR #267: A Conversation About Belovedness with Emily Wilson Hussem 48:55

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! If you’ve been around the Read-Aloud Revival for a minute, you might know that C. S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters is one of my all-time favorite books. It’s the book I have read and re-read the most, and it’s also the source of some of my favorite read-aloud memories with my young adult son. Today’s guest has writte…

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Joy is My Strength | The Power of Choosing Joy in Hard Seasons 35:48

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Send us a text In this episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, we dive deep into the soul work of choosing joy—even when life doesn’t feel joyful. When storms hit, joy isn’t just an emotion—it’s a decision, a discipline, and a declaration of faith. We explore how to anchor yourself in divine joy during grief, heartbreak, and seasons of uncerta…

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123. Weight Loss Fads and Trends We Are Happily Leaving Behind 11:16

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Today I am throwing out the wellness myths, the silly trends, and celebrating the freedom that comes from finally understanding what works—and what’s just hype. Here’s the truth: most women over 50 have tried all the things—Keto, detox teas, bulletproof coffee, the ab roller and thigh master, chronic cardio—you name it. But today? We're smarter. We…

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The Secrets Are Out! Announcing My New Book: Creatives on Fire — 71 Secrets to Making Money Online 10:37

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I’ve been keeping a secret… well actually, 71 secrets! And today on the podcast, I’m finally spilling it. In this episode of Creatives on Fire, I’m officially announcing the launch of my brand new book: Creatives on Fire: 71 Secrets to Making Money Online If you’ve ever wondered how so many creative entrepreneurs are building real income streams on…

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122. The Truth About Bloating and What to Do About It 6:47

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Today I’m tackling a topic that every woman has dealt with at some point—and some of us really bothered by it: bloating. Why do we bloat? What causes it? And more importantly—what can we do about it? CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways: ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN SCHEDULE…

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The Grace to Find Joy 31:07

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten explores what it truly means to give yourself permission to rediscover joy—even in seasons of uncertainty, transition, or healing. Courtney invites listeners to reflect on the beauty of everyday moments, the importance of protecting your peace, and how choosin…

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121. FASTer Way's (not so) Secret Weapon: A Peak Inside our APP 9:15

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Today I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes tour of something that has totally changed the game for my clients’ health, fat loss, and overall lifestyle...the FASTer Way to Fat Loss® app. It’s like having a coach, a cheerleader, a macro calculator, a food diary, a workout tracker, and a personal trainer—all in one. The link to my June 16-20 5-Day Summe…

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7 Email Explosion Ideas to Grow Your List Fast 9:34

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If your email list growth has been a little “meh” lately, this episode is your sign to shake things up! In today’s episode of Creatives on Fire, I’m sharing 7 proven strategies to help you grow your email list fast—without needing complicated tech or paid ads. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale, these ideas will spark fresh inspi…

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120. How Your Tendency Shapes Your Fat Loss Journey 10:17

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Have you heard of Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies? It's a personality assessment - kind of like the enneagram. The 4 tendencies explain how we respond to expectations—our own and others’—and knowing your tendency can help you better know how you should approach fitness, fat loss, and health. Today I am breaking down those 4 tendencies as it relate…

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RAR #266 How to Do Shakespeare (and Actually Enjoy It) 23:36

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! On the last episode of the Read-Aloud Revival, we talked about why Shakespeare is not a school subject. I hope we were able to convince you! But if we know that Shakespeare isn’t a school subject or an item on a checklist, how do we actually do it? And how do we make Shakespeare not just doable in our homeschools, bu…

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Grace to Grow: Letting Go of Who you had to be to Survive 33:14

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten opens up about the emotional journey of releasing the survival version of yourself—the version that had to be strong, silent, guarded, or perfect just to make it through. Growth requires letting go. Healing requires honesty. And grace gives us the space to do b…

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119. A Meal Prep Plan for Fat Loss Success: The 2-2-2 Method 10:33

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If the words "meal prep" make you roll your eyes or panic a little... take a breath. Today I’m giving you a system so simple, you’ll wonder why we ever made this so hard. I call it the 2-2-2 Method. And it’s going to be your new favorite meal prep hack for fat loss success. DOWNLOAD the Meal Prep Checklist here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HT7…

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Rapid Fire Advice from My Favorite Experts (In 3 Minutes or Less) 14:17

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If you’ve ever wished you could sit down for coffee with successful creatives and just ask them what’s working—this episode is for you. I’m bringing you a behind-the-scenes sneak peek into my new book, Creatives on Fire: 71 Secrets to Making Money Online, with rapid-fire wisdom from three powerhouse women featured inside. These are creators who hav…

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Wholeness Over Appearance | Healing From the Inside Out 36:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten dives deep into what it means to be truly whole—not just looking good on the outside, but healing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually from within. 🎧 Listen on all audio platforms. 💬 Like, share, and subscribe if you're new here—your healing journey starts now. Are Yo…

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118. 5 Sneaky Habits That Slow Your Fat Loss Progress 8:03

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Today I’m sharing 5 sneaky habits that could be slowing your fat loss… even if you're working hard and showing up. These bad habits tend to be neglected as impactful on our weight loss and management but they do matter! I'll lay our these 5 habits and suggest a fix for each of them. CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways: ENROLL in my nex…

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The Top 3 Ways I’ve Made Money Online (and What I’d Never Do Again) 18:07

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If you’re wondering how creators are really making money online in 2025—beyond the hype, the hustle, and the ever-changing algorithms—this episode is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on the top three ways I’ve consistently earned income from my creative business, and I’m also sharing three things I’ll never do again. Whether you’re just gettin…

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117. Weight Loss Hacks from a Sleep Coach 19:08

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Struggling to lose fat, even when you’re doing everything “right”? The missing link might be hiding in your bedroom. I just sat down with a sleep expert who’s spilling the tea on the connection between quality sleep and fat loss—especially for women over 50. Want to know: 1. How bad sleep messes with your hormones and cravings? Simple shifts to imp…

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116. What Really Works for Shrinking BELLY FAT After Age 50 7:38

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Tired of doing all the “right” things and still dealing with stubborn belly fat? 🙋‍♀️ In this episode, I break down what actually works—and no, it’s not endless crunches or starving yourself. Belly fat after menopause has more to do with what’s going on inside than you think. 🎧 Tune in and finally get real strategies that work with your body—not ag…

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RAR #265 Shakespeare Is Not a School Subject 57:27

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! When most of us hear the name “Shakespeare,” we probably think back to a high school classroom, fluorescent lights buzzing overhead, while we struggled through Romeo and Juliet line by line—“wherefore art thou” and all that. But here’s the truth: Shakespeare was never meant to be dissected like a frog under a microsc…

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TRYING SOMETHING NEW: THE SHIFT THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING 32:09

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, host Courtney Christten opens up about what it really takes to step into something new, even when fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome try to block your blessing. This episode is for the woman who’s been stuck at the edge of her next level—waiting, overthinking, second-gues…

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115. Summer's Secret Advantage: 5 Reasons to Start Your Fat Loss Journey Now 9:39

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📝 Pop Quiz Time! True or False: Summer is the worst time to focus on fat loss because of BBQs, beach trips, and zero routine. What do you think? If you said “true,” you've got to listen to today's episode. Summer is actually a secret weapon when it comes to fat loss, especially if you're over 50 and ready to stop starting over every September. I sh…

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Numbers Don’t Lie: What My Shocking Blog Stats Revealed 18:46

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If you’ve been feeling discouraged about your blog traffic lately, you’re not alone. In this episode of Creatives on Fire, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really happening with blog traffic in 2025—and giving you five smart strategies to take back control. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode197 How to Get More Blog Traffic I was origi…

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Summer Plans for Fat Loss, Maintenance, or Recovery 11:56

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Since it’s Memorial Day weekend that this episode airs, today, we’re mapping out your summer. ☀️ But before we hit the gas, I want you to picture this: Where do you want to arrive when summer wraps up? Come September, do you want to feel leaner, stronger, more energized? Or maybe just steady and proud that you didn’t throw your goals out the car wi…

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How to Stop Self Sabotaging 36:56

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden habits and mindsets that cause us to self-sabotage. From procrastination to perfectionism, we’ll unpack why we get in our own way—and how to break the cycle for good. Whether you’re building a brand, a business, or better boundaries, this episode is for you. Are You in Need of Therapy? Si…

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113. Organization Hacks for Fat Loss 20:30

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Ever feel like you could live a healthier lifestyle… if you could just get your life together first? If the chaos of your calendar, the clutter in your pantry, or the endless to-do list has you feeling stuck, you're not alone. The truth is, fat loss isn’t just about food and fitness—it’s also about systems that support your success. And when life f…

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The 5 hr Work Week: Blogger Edition 12:47

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Have you ever felt like you don’t have enough time to blog consistently? What if I told you that you could successfully run your blog in just five hours a week? https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode196 In this week’s episode of Creatives on Fire, we’re diving into how to work smarter—not harder—with a blogger’s take on the five hour work week.…

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112. Keep the Weight Off: Strategies That Work 13:06

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Today’s topic is all about why keeping the weight off is such a struggle. Most of us have been successful losing weight before. Even if it’s just a couple pounds, most of us have seen the scale dip at some point—we’ve cut calories and exercised til we see weight loss. But the part that no one talks about enough is this: most people regain the losse…

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RAR #264: How to Read Classics (and Actually Enjoy Them) 47:12

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! Why should we read the classics? So many of us want to read and enjoy them, but we don’t want to spend our precious free time feeling like we’re incompetent because we just don’t get it or that the internet has completely ruined our brains (is this just me?). This winter in RAR Premium, we did a whole retreat about f…

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Sis, You’re Not Stuck—You’re Self-Sabotaging! 34:44

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Send us a text Feeling like you’re constantly hitting a wall in life, business, or relationships? It might not be the world holding you back—it could be you. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the signs of self-sabotage, how it shows up in your daily habits, and what you can do to break free. -This episode is your wake-up call and reminder…

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The Scale Won't Budge? How to Track Real Fat Loss Over Weight Loss 9:07

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Weight loss and fat loss are not the same thing. You could be losing fat, gaining lean muscle, getting stronger, feeling better… and that number on the scale might not budge. Or the scale number might even go up a little but you fit in your clothes better. What? How? Why? Today's episode explains this and gives you other data points to track true f…

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13 Smart Ways to Repurpose Your Best Blog Posts 14:08

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This week’s episode of Creatives on Fire is a rapid-fire breakdown of how to get more eyeballs on your top-performing blog posts without creating new content from scratch. These ideas will help you stretch the life of your posts, build momentum, and ultimately increase your traffic, engagement, and income. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode…

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110. Nervous System Regulation & Its Impact On Weight Loss 19:12

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We hear a lot about diet and exercise when it comes to fat loss but if you aren’t paying attention to this - especially beyond menopause - you may be missing a critical piece of the puzzle. What is it? Nervous system regulation. Listen to today’s episode to learn from my guest lots more on how nervous system regulation impacts emotions, cravings, f…

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Gracefully Growing | My Birthday Reflections 29:54

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Send us a text Gracefully Growing: My Birthday Reflections | Allow Yourself Grace Podcast In this special birthday episode, I'm sharing heartfelt reflections on growth, gratitude, and the power of giving yourself grace through every season. Join me as I celebrate another year of life, lessons, and leveling up. Subscribe & listen now — and don’t for…

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Navigating Holidays, Travel, & Summer Fun without Derailing Your Fat Loss Progress 7:41

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Today I'm diving into How to enjoy your summer—Cinco de Mayo (today!), Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, beach trips, June weddings, July 4th, vacations —without blowing up your goals. If you’ve ever said: “I’ll start back Monday…” “It’s just one week of leftovers…” Or, “It’s vacation, I’m just going to enjoy it all,” …this episode is for YOU. Learn how …

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Predictable Profits with Stu McLaren 37:24

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In this week’s episode of Creatives on Fire, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Stu McLaren—yes, that Stu McLaren! If you’ve ever considered adding a membership model to your creative business (or are wondering what memberships even are), this episode is your invitation to stop waiting and start creating recurring revenue today. Stu has …

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108. Protein in Menopause: Why, What, When, & How Much for Fat Loss Results 11:53

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Today’s topic is one I get questions about every single week. What's the big deal about protein? How much protein do I need to lose fat without bulking up? What if I don't like a lot of meat? If you’re wondering why your metabolism feels sluggish… why you feel “squishy” no matter how little you eat… or why you’re always hungry by 3pm… Pull up a cha…

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RAR #263: Growing in Confidence as a Homeschool Mama with the RAR Team 1:03:31

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! In this episode, RAR Community Manager Kelsey Murphy and I sat down to tackle some of your listener questions. We put our heads together to answer questions about loved ones who don’t support your choice to homeschool, curriculum overwhelm, reading aloud with older kids or a wide age range of ages, how to encourage y…

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Walking in It Even When You’re Scared 36:03

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Send us a text In this empowering episode, Courtney Christten dives deep into what it truly means to move forward despite fear. Whether you’re stepping into a new season, chasing a dream, or facing the unknown, fear doesn’t have to hold you back. Courtney shares personal stories, practical tips, and a heartfelt reminder that courage isn’t about the…

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107. Boost Your Fitness Walks with a Weighted Vest 9:28

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Today we’re diving into a fun little fitness boost that can seriously level up your walks without adding a single minute to your schedule... weighted vests. Listen to the benefits, how to get started, and hear from a seasoned vest wearer about her experience on today's episode. Deborah Bird @live_well_wth_debbie uses this vest: https://www.amazon.c…

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Launch Your Dream Blog with Char Huskins 19:40

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This week on the podcast, I’m excited to introduce you to my sweet friend, Char Huskins! Char has been in the online world for 28 years, and her love for helping women share their stories through blogging shines so brightly. We dive deep into why blogging still matters, how to set your blog up for success, and what to do if you're overwhelmed tryin…

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106. Your Brain on Menopause: How Food and Fitness Can Help 7:44

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Brain fog, mood swings, and memory lapses are real—and frustrating! Today's FAT LOSS SCHOOL lesson is on how nutrition, movement, and lifestyle shifts can support mental clarity and emotional stability in this fabulous-over-fifty season. ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN CONNECT with Amy Bry…

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Getting through a Season of Isolation 37:18

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, host Courtney Christten opens up about the emotional weight and quiet strength it takes to walk through a season of separation. Whether it's a breakup, divorce, family shift, or life transition, separation often forces us to sit with the unknown—and ourselves. Courtney shares personal reflections, faith-bas…