Welcome to today's show featuring my friend Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester. We're diving into a fun discussion about our homes, including a candid confession about my biggest decorating faux pas. You're about to discover what that is as we explore the intimate details of home decor.

Myquillyn Smith, a bestselling author known for her books Welcome Home and Cozy Minimalist Home, has spent over fifteen years inspiring women to embrace their spaces, imperfections included, and personalize them. In her latest work, House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home, Style, and Budget, she presents a compelling collection of one hundred universal decorating truths that cater to any house, style, and budget.

Join Myquillyn and I as we talk about:

• Universal decorating rules

• Low-budget decorating ideas

• Using a We Did It list

• The Trinity of Rugs, Drapes, & Lighting

• Hate the Sofa, Hate the Space

Favorite quotes:

• “Decorating is just as much about what we remove from a room than what we add. It isn’t about adding expensive things. It is about adding the right things.” (9:48 Audio)

• “We underestimate the fact that small changes can make a huge impact.” (10:30 Audio)

• “When you get the right seating surfaces and storage in your room, which most of us already have, but when we add that homey trinity for most of us our rooms magically feel 80-90% done.” (20:00 Audio)

• “Find a way to not hate the biggest piece in your room and it will change the way you feel about the room.” (26:19)

Coaching this week: Keep It Simple & Take Action

In coaching this week, I share that to succeed, keep it simple and take action. Overcoming the tendency to overthink and procrastinate is key; start with small steps, seek guidance if needed, and remember that progress comes from action, not endless planning.

Links to great things we discussed:

• Myquillyn Smith Website

• Myquillyn Smith Instagram

• House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home, Style, and Budget

• Irish Pub Spotify Playlist

• Survivor

• Amazing Race

• Silo

• Masters of the Air

• Westmore Beauty 60-Seconds Eye Effects

• Cooper Straws

• Zillow

• Zillow Gone Wild

• Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse

• Ruggable Strawberry Thief Indigo Rug

• Apply for Alli’s Free Coaching

• Create a Course

• Alli on YouTube

• Remaining You While Raising Them

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xo,

Alli

You are in the right place today if you are tired. I mean... Who isn’t tired, right? I'm so excited to talk about ways to beat exhaustion in today's hectic world. My guest, Jess Connolly, wrote the book Tired of Being Tired: Receive God's Realistic Rest for Your Soul-Deep Exhaustion, and she's here to help us tackle this common struggle. Jess challenges the idea that we need permission to rest and stresses the importance of protecting our peace for lasting well-being.

Our conversation will dive into the myths that keep us from resting and provide practical steps for change. I'm eager to learn how to manage exhaustion and create sustainable rest through small, daily shifts.

Join Jess and I as we talk about:

• What can we do about our exhaustion and tiredness

• Lies we have been taught that keep us from resting

• We don’t need permission to rest

• Protecting our peace

• Small daily shifts for sustainable rest

Favorite quotes:

• (8:55 Audio) - “I don’t know many women in varying life stages who aren’t tired. If they have small kids, they are tired; if they are empty nesters, they are tired; if they are in a season of building their career, they are tired. The college girls I know are tired. There is a collective issue.”

• (10:48 Audio) - “We believe all kinds of broken things about our fatigue and so our beliefs really have to change first.

• (14:29 Audio) - “Rest is also a commandment. In the actual commandments, He has given us this commandment to rest our bodies not because He wants it from us, not because He wants us to perform, but because He loves us and wants it for us.”

• (20:40 Audio)—“We always gravitate towards the big sweeping changes, but I would massively encourage people to start with the small stuff; it gives you the bravery for the big stuff.”

Coaching this week: What is Self-Awareness & Why You Should Care About It (34:57 audio)

In coaching today, we talk about how goal setting often neglects the essential first step of self-awareness. By observing our bodies, thoughts, and emotions without judgment, we gain valuable insights into our triggers and patterns, allowing us to set goals that align with our true needs and create effective strategies to overcome challenges.

Links to great things we discussed:

• Jess Connolly Website

• Jess Connolly Instagram

• Tired of Being Tired: Receive God’s Realistic Rest for Your Soul-Deep Exhaustion

• Shake it Out - Florence + The Machine

• The West Wing

• The Book of Waking Up: Experiencing the Divine Love That Reorders a Life

• Moon Dew Firming Eye Cream

• Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray Anti-Frizz Treatment

• Burt's Bees Tips and Toes Gifts Set

• Create a Course

• Alli on YouTube

Order your copy of Remaining You While Raising Them here.

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xo,

Alli

Today's show welcomes the insightful J.D. Greear, a pastor, author, and podcast host. We'll explore challenging faith questions that many grapple with or may encounter when interacting with others. This episode promises to be concise yet impactful for anyone seeking answers or desiring to support loved ones on their spiritual journey.

J.D. Greear's book, 12 Truths & a Lie: Answers to Life's Biggest Questions, guides our discussion. We'll address prevalent lies we may believe, how God transforms doubt, the reasons behind suffering, unanswered prayers, and the persistent struggle with anxiety despite faith.

Join J.D. and I as we talk about:

• The big lie we believe

• God can use our doubts

• If God is in control, why is there suffering

• Why isn’t God answering my prayers

• If I am a believer, why do I still struggle with anxiety

Favorite quotes:

• (4:08)- “The majority of our Bible is written by people who are in a season of doubt whether we are talking about the Old Testament or New Testament.”

• (5:03)- “Doubt is often divinely used as a way of drawing you deeper into who God is and the majesty and mystery of who he is.”

• (10:59) - “One of the things you find is when you are praying you are praying to a God who is not only infinite in power and infinite in love. He is also infinite in wisdom.”

• (11:44)—“Sometimes, He says be persistent and keep asking and knocking, but sometimes, He says he heard you. He is always answering, but the answer right now is: I know more than you, and I am going to do something better than what you’re asking.”

Coaching this week: (21:14)

Simple Things That Give You the Most ROI

Today in coaching, I share a list of easy-to-do things that can have a huge impact on your daily life. Small, consistent changes can bring amazing results over time, and I challenge you to choose a few simple habits from my list to improve your health, relationships, and future.

Links to great things we discussed:

• J.D. Greear Website

• J.D. Greear Instagram

• 12 Truths & a Lie: Answers to Life’s Biggest Questions

• Thank You Jesus for the Blood - Charity Gayle

• Should've Been A Cowboy - Toby Keith

• The Chosen

• For All Mankind

• Master of the Air

• Massage Gun

• Endel App

• Ember Mug

• Lapsang Souchong Black Tea

• Athleta Brooklyn Skort

• The Course Creator's Blueprint: 10 Lessons That Will Help You Get Started

• Alli on YouTube

Order your copy of Remaining You While Raising Them here.

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xo,

Alli

Today's show is part of the insightful "Society Check-In" mini-series. This episode is all about understanding what's happening in our culture, how we should educate ourselves, and how that knowledge translates to effective leadership everywhere, from the workplace to our own families.

This episode is a must-share! I'm joined by expert Brad Wilcox, director of the National Marriage Project, to talk about the research on families and marriage. His new book, Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization, explains how the current erosion of strong families is at the root of many of our society's problems, and it traces this decline back to anti-family influences in entertainment, politics, media, education, and big business.

Join Brad and I as we talk about:

• What types of people are the happiest

• How marriage affects our happiness

• Four groups that are forging strong marriages

• Ways our community can support struggling marriages

• The family first model

• Teaching our kids the success sequence

Favorite quotes:

• 9:27 audio - “There are four groups today, Asian Americans, religious Americans, college-educated Americans, and conservative Americans who are more likely to be married today and either more likely to be happily married or stably married.”

• 10:18 audio - “For most couples, especially those with kids, having a reliable breadwinner in the picture is key.”

• 15:26 audio- “Serving others and being there for others actually makes us happier.”

• 16:57 audio - “In general, we see that both men and women who are married parents are the happiest Americans today and that is because our kids bring us not just stress and drama but also a lot of meaning and joy.”

• 18:25 audio - “For young adults who do those three things, get a high school degree, are working, and get married their odds of being poor as they head into their late 20s and 30s are just 3 and their odds of being in the middle class or higher are 86%.”

• 22:04 audio - “Couples that are embedded in a church community or some kind of synagogue or temple are more likely to avoid divorce because they are surrounded by people who tend to prioritize marriage and family.”

Coaching this week: How to Make Progress (Audio 23:47)

In today’s coaching session, I talked about how necessary it is to take a small step forward, even without perfect clarity. What will inaction cost you? I also discussed some quick ways to commit to taking action—God will guide you as you go.

Links to great things we discussed:

• Institute for Family Studies

• Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization

• Family / Best Is Yet to Come - Judah & the Lion

• The Power of Commitment

• Measuring Spoons

• 3-Day Course Idea Breakthrough

• Alli on YouTube

• Called Creatives

Order your copy of Remaining You While Raising Them here.

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Alli

Today's show is part of our two-episode "Society Check-In" mini-series. We'll dive into current societal trends with the help of experts and researchers, exploring essential knowledge and necessary actions. I'm thrilled to welcome Rob Henderson to the show. His upcoming book and unique societal insights, including the groundbreaking concept of "luxury beliefs", make him a vital voice for parents seeking to understand current cultural messaging.

Rob Henderson boasts an impressive background, including service in the US Air Force and degrees from Yale and Cambridge. His writing has graced publications like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. Henderson's debut book, Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class explores his experiences in foster care, military service, education at elite universities, and the development of the "luxury beliefs" concept. This concept examines how ideas held by the upper class may inadvertently harm those less privileged.

Join Rob and I as we talk about:

• What are luxury beliefs

• How luxury beliefs affect our society

• Recommendation for working through luxury beliefs

Favorite quotes:

(Audio 9:13)- “Luxury beliefs are ideas and opinions that confer status on the upper class while inflicting costs on the lower classes. A core feature of a luxury belief is that the believer is sheltered from the consequences of his or her beliefs.”

(Audio 13:39) “The vast majority of Americans in general regardless of income were very much opposed to defund policies but the elites in many cities were in favor of it and as a result, there were defund policies in many cities in the country. Homicide rates increased and violent crime rates increased, and the targets were primarily

(Audio 14:03)- “Compared to a middle-class American, Americans in the lowest income category are 7 times more likely to be victims of robbery and aggravated assault, 20 times more likely to be victims of sexual assault, and far more likely to be victims of homicide.”

Coaching this week: Creating vs. Allowing (24:59 audio)

This week's coaching helps you take charge! We'll explore how you can reframe situations to see if you're shaping your reality or passively accepting it. Plus, you'll get a simple trick for reframing your perspective, all while partnering with your faith.

Links to great things we discussed:

• Rob Henderson X

• Rob Henderson Substack

• Rob Henderson Instagram

• Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class

• Mad Men

• The Sopranos

• Love at Goon Park: Harry Harlow and the Science of Affection

• Book Stand

• ChatGPT

• 3-Day Course Idea Breakthrough

• Alli on YouTube

• Standing Strong

Order your copy of Remaining You While Raising Them here.

Hope you loved this episode! Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :)

xo,

Alli