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Our Time to Rise In Midlife

Together we are rising to meet midlife's challenges, seasons, opportunities, and changes with strength, courage, optimism, and faith. From the heavy and hard to the light-hearted and fun, popular podcast hosts and leadership mentors Krista Gilbert and Alexandra Kuykendall bring you honest and hopeful conversations for this moment in your life. We are intentional here. We are hopeful. We are courageous. We are honest. We are realistic. We are for each other. We are God fearing and Holy Spirit welcoming. We are joyful. We are generous. We are capable. We are rising together. It is our time to meet the moment. It is OUR TIME TO RISE.
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Now displaying: October, 2024
Oct 29, 2024

The mother-daughter relationship can be one of the richest and most rewarding bonds we get to experience here on earth. It can also be one of the most complicated, especially in the teen and young adult years.

Today we are thrilled to have Sandra Stanley and Allie Stanley Cooney, authors of Meet Me in the Middle, discussing the importance of foundations in the mother-daughter relationship. They emphasize the need to root our identity in faith and how it affects every aspect of life.

We also discuss the significance of pursuing and valuing the relationship a mother has with her daughter, even during times of tension and conflict, and what it looks like to become students of our daughters. We also cover forgiveness, and the importance of allowing time for healing, not dictating when forgiveness should occur.

This episode is unique because we get to hear from a mother's AND a daughter's perspective. If you are looking to improve your relationship with your daughter, this episode is for you!

FIND MORE ABOUT SANDRA STANLEY & ALLIE STANLEY

Sandra Stanley's- Website and Instagram

Allie Stanley's -  Instagram

Sandra & Allie's book- Meet Me in the Middle

A FEW THINGS MENTIONED

Galatians 6:7-9

3 Superpowers

-Forgiveness

-Gentleness

-Appreciation

QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE

  1. Was there anything from the interview you really want to adopt or take with you, maybe it was a phrase, a prayer, or a concept?
  2. What is one way you can get healthier as a mom?
  3. In the interview Sandra & Allie talked about appreciation, forgiveness and gentleness as a superpower, which one do you most need in your relationship with your daughter right now?
  4. How can you continue to pursue your daughter in this stage of your relationship?
  5. How could you incorporate more fun into your time with your daughter?

LET’S CONNECT!

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Oct 22, 2024

The final episode in our ELECTION READY series, today Krista Gilbert is interviewing Alexandra Kuykendall about how we love our neighbor in the midst of an election season.

Seeking out goodness when life is great is easy, but when we have political disagreements or challenges that come our way, this is when it becomes really hard. In today's episode, Alex explores how to maintain a positive outlook, the role of prayer, and the significance of self-awareness and emotional regulation.

She also emphasizes the need for intentionality in finding goodness in others and the importance of loving neighbors, regardless of political differences.

We can feel so helpless when it comes to election season. This is one thing we can control: focusing on God's goodness and drawing close to others as a result. Listen in and be encouraged!

QUESTION TO HELP YOU RISE

  1. Who has seen the best in you and made you feel loved, and what did they do to make you feel that way, and how can you mirror those behaviors?
  2. What is one thing you can pre-decide about how you want to have election related conversations or just political conversation?
  3. How can you pray for the presidential candidates that we have this year and local leaders?
  4. Who is one neighbor you can care for this month?
  5. In what area do you mostly need a reframe to seek out goodness?

A FEW THINGS MENTIONED

Episode 299 Original Episode on Seeking Out Goodness

Philippians 4:8

James 1:27

Colossians 1:16-17

Fruits of the spirit

  • Love
  • joy
  • peace
  • Patience
  • kindness
  • Goodness
  • Faithfulness
  • Gentleness
  • Self-control

LET’S CONNECT!

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Oct 15, 2024

Continuing our “Election Ready” series, we are talking today about the importance of bridge building and having conversations around faith and politics - especially during an election year. If this idea seems impossible to you, it’s even more important to listen in on our discussion.

Joining us is Lindsey Medenwaldt. Lindsey is the Director of Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics, holds a masters in apologetics from Denver Seminary, a JD from St. Mary’s School of Law, and another master’s degree in public administration. Her varied background gives her a unique lens for political conversations.

In this episode we talk about why it’s important for Christians to articulate their beliefs and engage in conversations with gentleness and respect. We also highlight the importance of keeping the gospel as the anchor, and focusing on Christ amidst political disagreements.

Lindsey shares insights on bridge building, including the importance of truth and genuine friendship. But we don’t just talk about these ideas, we also offer practical tips for navigating challenging political conversations.

In the heat of this election season, you’ll be so glad you turned in!

FIND MORE ABOUT LINDSEY MEDENWALDT

Lindsey Medenwaldt- Website and Instagram

Lindsey Medenwaldt- Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to Get Along Even When We Disagree

A FEW THINGS MENTIONED

-1 Peter 3:15

QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE

  1. Is there an area of my life where I want people to think like me, if so why is this so important to me?
  2. What is God prompting me to let go?
  3. In what relationship can I work on listening for understanding?

LET’S CONNECT!

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Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you!

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Oct 8, 2024

Have you noticed? There is an election coming up.

For this reason we are going to be talking about how to get through the election season with intention and grace the next few weeks. We are kicking off this little mini series with the best of the best: Kaitlyn Scheiss. She has her MDiv from Dallas Theological Seminary, is now getting her doctorate from Duke Divinity School and has written two books on how to engage with political life as a Christian.

This is not a conversation about who to vote for. This is a conversation about how to approach the election: the questions we can ask to be informed, the questions we can ask that shape the posture of our hearts, and the questions we can ask of each other to learn from one another.

Likely you are ready for this election season to be over. Here is a little motivation to stay in the conversations (especially the local ones!) and consider how to love your neighbors and honor God with your vote.

FIND MORE ABOUT KAITLYN SCHEISS

Kaitlyn Scheiss- Website and Instagram

Kaitlyn Books- The Ballot and the Bible & The Liturgy of Politics

A FEW THINGS MENTIONED

Vote411

League of Women Voters

QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE

  1. What issues are you caring the most about this election, how can you inform yourself about these issues from multiple sources?
  2. How can you look to the expertise of others on issues you don't know much about?
  3. How can you be a good winner this election?
  4. How about a good loser?
  5. What work can you do locally that will contribute to the flourishing of your community?

LET’S CONNECT!

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Oct 1, 2024

If you’ve ever been on the other side of divorce, or if someone close to you is navigating divorce, you know the ‘life quake’ that follows. In today’s episode, we are diving into enabling behaviors, financial fears, loneliness, and the ripple effect divorce has on relationships.

Joining us for this conversation is writer and speaker, Tracie Miles, who founded the Living Unbroken Divorce Recovery Program. Tracie shares her personal journey through divorce and how she overcame shame, shifted her mindset, and embraced support from family and friends.

If divorce has become a part of your story, this episode is for you.

FIND MORE ABOUT TRACIE MILES

Tracie's- Website and Instagram

Tracie's Book- God’s Got You

A FEW THINGS MENTIONED

Living Unbroken– Tracie’s other book

Tracie's Mantras that helped her navigate her situation

-You've got this.

-The end of your marriage is not the end of you.

QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU RISE

  1. How has divorce intersected with your life?
  2. If you've been through a divorce are there thoughts that are not serving you?
  3. How can you reframe those thoughts?
  4. If you are walking alongside someone who is experiencing divorce, how can you intentionally reach out to them this week?
  5. Is there a mantra you can adopt that would help navigate this situation?

LET’S CONNECT!

Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend.

Or message us on Instagram – we’d love to hear from you!

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