If motherhood has been feeling repetitive, unseen, or just a little heavy lately, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking about what it looks like to find joy right in the middle of the ordinary — not by changing your circumstances, but by changing your focus. We’re diving into contentment, “joy hunting,” and learning to notice God’s presence in the small ... Show More
Apr 27
145 | When Life Doesn't Go The Way You Planned // Blooming & Becoming
If your life looks different than you thought it would, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about unmet expectations, waiting seasons, and the quiet grief that can come when dreams feel delayed or stories take an unexpected turn. I want to remind you that God is not done w ... Show More
30m 10s
Apr 20
144 | The Trap So Many Moms Don’t Realize They’re In // Blooming & Becoming
Have you ever opened Instagram for “just a minute” and walked away feeling worse about your life? Like suddenly your home, your motherhood, your body, or your routines don’t quite measure up? In this episode, I’m talking about the comparison trap so many of us fall into — especia ... Show More
34m 55s
Apr 13
143 | Simple Rhythms to Feel More Alive as a Mom // Blooming & Becoming
What does it actually look like to feel alive again in motherhood? In this episode, I’m talking about what a vibrant, full life really looks like — not in a perfect, put-together way, but in a real, everyday motherhood kind of way. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, stuck in su ... Show More
24m 37s
May 2023
Modern Motherhood: How One Life Can Touch Many
<p>A mother's influence is powerful and extends far beyond her children. Women who are mother figures, godmothers, and aren't mothers yet, all have a unique role in shaping the next generation.</p><p>In this episode, Addison, Juli, and Lisa Bevere share seven key points that will ... Show More
30m 49s
Feb 2025
The Truth About Mom Guilt: Why It's Not Your Fault
In today's episode, Nour dives deep into a topic that resonates with so many moms: the weight of mom guilt. Have you ever felt that nagging feeling that you should be doing more as a mom? In this episode, Nour shares her personal experiences with mom guilt, from the first time sh ... Show More
25m 31s
Mar 2025
Trusting Your Instincts: A Mother's Journey Through an Unexpected Delivery
In today's episode, Nour welcomes her first guest, Hiba, who talks about something a lot of moms can relate it, and that is the feelings that come when things don't go according to plan. Have you ever felt like you spend a lot of time planning as a mom, only for things to keep ta ... Show More
54m 44s
Sep 2024
2329: Why I Needed Two Kids ASAP by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Mom Life & Raising Children
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2329: Shawna Scafe shares the roller-coaster of emotions and lessons learned after having two children back-to-back. From r ... Show More
8m 4s
Oct 2024
Mindset Tips For Type-A Moms
<p>As a Type-A mom who used to struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, comparison trap, and negative thinking, I never would've thought it was possible to be as calm, patient, and feminine as I am now. And if you would've told me that transformation was due to mindset, I ne ... Show More
40m 44s
Oct 2024
My Favorite Mindsets, Tools, And Habits As A High Achieving Mom
As a high-achieving mom, you're constantly balancing work life with home life, in addition to your personal life. The real game-changer to doing this well (at least that has worked so well for me!) is having a helpful mindset, proven tools, and sustainable habits to lead you to t ... Show More
38m 9s