Podcasts by Living Easy with Lindsey
Marriage, adult friendships, relationships, personal growth - all with a biblical foundation. Lindsey Maestas talks about the raw and hard topics with a focus on growth and encouragement. She discusses her own personal marriage and motherhood struggles, learning how to forgive, heal and grow, how to study the Bible and thrive in your faith and how to continue growing as a person every day in all areas of life. Her motto is, 'Nothing changes if nothing changes' and calls her listeners up to make active changes after listening to each episode.
Lindsey believes in doing things together to make life a little bit easier, and that means sharing life with honesty and authenticity. You likely won't find conversations like this anywhere else.
On The Living Easy podcast, we will laugh together, struggle together and create a thriving life together. You will hear in-depth about theology, gospel truth, travel, friendship, biblical marriage, strengthening your faith, growing as a godly parent and much more.
Come and join the tens of thousands of people in Lindsey's community who crave authenticity and desire to think & live big - just like you.
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133 | How to Feel Human Again After Becoming a Mom and Wife | When You Miss Yourself from 2023-12-12T11:30
I told Jesse, "Sometimes I just miss being LINDSEY. I miss the things that I used to love. I miss the person that I used to be - without any roles or responsibilities." If you're a mom who misse...
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132 | Surviving Infidelity: Healing a Marriage After An Affair as a Christian with Jami Nato from 2023-12-05T11:30
Jami Nato opens up about healing through infidelity after discovering that her husband had engaged in multiple affairs as a Christian. She discusses the important realizations that she had as sh...
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131 | How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex and Sin as a Christian Parent from 2023-11-28T11:30
Let's get uncomfortable. ;-)
In today's episode, I am discussing the often tricky topic of talking to your children about sex, drugs, and alcohol.
From the import...
130 | Raising Your Standards and Healing From Difficult Break-Ups with Ainsley Britain from 2023-11-21T11:30
On today's episode of "Living Easy with Lindsey," Ainsley Britain spills the tea on navigating breakups, setting dating standards, and dealing with unhealthy dating relationships. She shares hon...
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129 | My Arranged Marriage + My Conversion from Muslim to Christian with Lily Meschi from 2023-11-07T11:30
Lily Meschi's journey took her from Iran to the United States as a teenager, and it was a transition that left her feeling like she didn't quite fit in. Despite having lived an affluent life in ...
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128 | How the Wise Woman Saves and Invests Her Money with Wealth Advisor Jessica Weaver from 2023-10-31T10:30
In today's episode, Financial Advisor Jessica Weaver discusses ways that wise women save and invest their money and how they save for retirement. She shares the hindrances that women see most of...
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127 | Change Your Words, Change Your Marriage with Sarah Molitor from 2023-10-24T10:30
In today's episode, Sarah Molitor and I discuss her new book, "Well Said." She opens up about her unhealthy patterns of communication in her marriage and how damaging it was to her relationship....
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126 | "Fat Talk", Body Dysmorphia and Insecurity as a Christian with Therapist Melissa Johnson from 2023-10-03T10:30
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, join me as I sit down with Therapist Melissa Johnson to discuss the deeply resonant topic of overcoming an eating disorder and body insecurity. We disc...
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125 | Impatience&Control: Are They Hurting Your Relationships? with Tara Sun from 2023-09-26T10:30
In today’s episode, Tara Sun shares her own personal story about her struggle with controlling behavior with her husband before they were married. She talks about how this led...
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124 | Parenting with Patience: How to Keep Your Cool in the Overwhelm with Monica Swanson from 2023-09-19T10:30
In today's conversation, Monica Swanson, author of 'Raising Amazing' shares her greatest regrets as a mom with only one child out of 4 left in her home. She openly discusses her struggle with an...
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Season 4 | Rise&Shine: My Morning Routine - Bible Time, Sunshine, Short Drives&Cold Showers from 2023-09-12T10:30
We're back!! I am so happy to start this new season with some very positive news as well as many practical changes that I made this summer which have greatly impacted my mental health for the be...
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122 | A "Summer of Intention": Embracing Real Life&Leaving Distractions Behind | Psstt...Podcast on Pause! from 2023-05-23T03:21
PSA: I am taking a summer break from the podcast to spend intentional and purposeful time with my family. I will be back with a new series at the end of August!
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121 | Parenting ADHD with Wisdom and Grace with Dr. Tish Taylor from 2023-05-16T10:30
In today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Tish Taylor to delve into the topic of parenting ADHD in children with wisdom and grace. We discuss the importance of establishing structure and routine to...
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120 | The Theology of Sleep: Why Your Lack of Rest is a Spiritual Issue from 2023-05-02T10:30
When hustle turns to humility, we see God more clearly. Did you know that sleep is a form of worship? In today's episode, I talk about how my desire to live as a "night owl" greatly affected my ...
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119 | When Your Sex Drive is Higher Than Your Husband's from 2023-04-25T10:30
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118 | The 11 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a New Mom from 2023-04-04T10:30
In today's episode, Lindsey Maestas talks about the best pieces of advice she ever received, and also the advice she wishes she would have received, as an expecting and new mom.
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117 | How Family Meals Change Everything | A Prayer for Nashville's Mass Shooting Victims from 2023-03-28T04:20
Our hearts are heavy as we come together to reflect on the devastating event that took place in Nashville yesterday. We are reminded of the fragility of life and the importance of family and com...
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116 | Thriving as a Creative Mama: Balancing Passion and Parenting with Ashlee Gadd from 2023-03-13T11:30
Today I had the opportunity to interview Ashlee Gadd, founder of Coffee + Crumbs and author of Create Anyway: The Joy of Pursuing Creativity in the Margins of ...
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115 | How My Depression Impacts My Life and My Family: Currently Going Through It from 2023-02-28T04:55
On today's episode, I am sharing openly and honestly about my depression and how it displays itself in my day-to-day life. I talk about how my lack of energy and lack of will damages my marriage...
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Gluttony: Emotional Eating, Fasting, Body Image and Loving Your Body Well | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-02-21T11:30
On today's episode, Lindsey Maestas talks about gluttony. Many of us don't think that we struggle with this, but gluttony is the most tolerated sin in the United States. If we’re honest with our...
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Lust and Sexual Immorality | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-02-07T05:30
Lust is a corruption that starts in the mind, then grows roots in the heart, slowly corroding our bodies and our relationships.
In today's conversation, Lindsey Maestas digs into t...
Greed, Materialism and Selfish Ambition | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-01-31T05:30
In our influencer-heavy society, we are consumed by the things we 'need' to be buying, wearing, driving, and consuming...and it all leads to emptiness.
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Envy and Jealousy | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-01-24T04:39
Envy is one of the only sins that makes little sense - because it doesn't bring a sense of temporary pleasure along with it. Jealousy is often a painful, shocking experience t...
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Laziness, Distraction and Lack of Diligence | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-01-16T04:44
In the second episode of my Seven Deadly Sins Series, I am talking about laziness, distraction and diligence. Laziness robs us of happiness by decreasing our capacity to enjoy the dee...
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Anger, Frustration and Overwhelm | 7 Deadly Sins Series from 2023-01-09T05:30
Let's talk about anger, frustration and overwhelm and what the Bible says about it. Welcome to episode ONE of my 7 Deadly Sins Series.
Anger and frustration may not be a huge is...
114 | Author Dave Hollis: Single Parenting, Keeping Promises to Yourself&Faith After Starting Over from 2022-12-26T11:30
Today’s conversation with Dave Hollis gave me life. It is one of those conversations that just feels so raw and honest and gives insight into the day-to-day struggles of parenting, ma...
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113 | Why Pornography is So Addictive: The Real Effects on Your Brain and Body with Brooke Hazen from 2022-12-12T11:30
In today’s episode, Author Brooke Hazen discusses the power that addiction can have over the mind, and how the deep, widespread addiction that is pornography is damaging relat...
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112 | Why Your Morning Routine Matters: Anchoring Your Day with Jesus with Emily Ley from 2022-11-21T04:30
Emily Ley is one of my favorite authors and the creator of the incredibly helpful Simplified planners. Emily and I had some really sweet conversations about the importance of a solid mo...
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111 | When Everything Feels Stripped From You: Building a Life and Choosing Resilience in the Midst of a Fire with Mila Grigg from 2022-11-14T11:30
Mila Grigg is a powerhouse of a woman who has walked through deep difficulty with resilience, faith and intention. Mila’s husband was sentenced to 10 years in prison in the midst of her pregnanc...
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110 | Building a Family You Don't Want to Escape and Navigating Grief with Andy Dooley from 2022-11-07T10:30
In today’s beautiful, heartbreaking, hopeful, and genuine conversation, Andy Dooley shares about the loss of his father last month and how that has impacted the exciting moment of launching a bo...
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109 | The Most Common Sins and Struggles Based on Each Enneagram Number&The Enneagram and Christianity with Meredith Boggs from 2022-10-31T10:30
Certified Enneagram teacher Meredith Boggs is the author of "The Journey Home" releasing in January 2023 and also the host of Listen
108 | Fostering Self-Confidence In Our Children: A Conversation About Parenting Through Insecurity with Laurel Handfield from 2022-10-24T10:30
Laurel Handfield, author and founder of Happy Island Press, has written over 50 children’s stories including Listen
107 | Making Your Marriage a Fortress with Gary Thomas from 2022-10-17T10:00
Gary Thomas is the author of very well-known marriage books like "Sacred Marriage" and has written a new bo...
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3 Things That Brought Our Marriage Closer Than Ever Before and Broke Down Walls in Intimacy | A 5-Minute Intimacy Chat from 2022-10-10T04:30
These 3 simple things have transformed our marriage within the last year. And when I say that, I mean they have altered the trajectory of our marriage completely - fo...
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Navigating Sex Drive&Desire Differences in Marriage | The Sex&Intimacy Project is HERE!!! | A 5-Minute Intimacy Chat from 2022-09-19T03:00:04
The Sex and Intimacy Project is HERE!!! Jesse and I couldn't be more thrilled for this study that we've created specifically Listen
106 | How Your Child's Diet Impacts Their Behavior with Dana Kay from 2022-09-05T04:30:57
Board Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner, Dana Kay, knew right away that her son was different. She used to wake up dreading what kind of mood he would be in. Shortly after, he...
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105 | The Aftermath of Confessing Adultery as a Christian | My Story: Manda Carpenter from 2022-08-29T04:00:13
Secrecy is a breeding ground for shame. In today’s episode, Manda Carpenter discusses her new book, ‘Soul Care to Save Your Life’ and how self-awareness led to deep and commit...
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104 | Raising Resilient and Independent Children in a Generation of Dependency by Chris and Holly Santillo from 2022-08-15T04:30:26
Today's episode with Chris and Holly Santillo discusses the importance of teaching our children independence and resilience in a generation that has become heavily focused on dependency.
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103 | Dealing with Anxiety as a Christian: Postpartum, Pursuing Peace and 'Is Medication Ok?' from 2022-08-08T04:30:31
On today’s episode, I am sharing my own story about how postpartum anxiety turned into over 7 years of deep, intense. anxiety.
I attempted to pray it away, worship it ...
102 | My Greatest Personal Regrets and 4 Ways to Heal When Your Past Haunts You from 2022-08-01T04:30:14
On today’s episode, I am sharing very openly about my past and the decisions that have haunted my memories. I talk about a conversation that Jesse and I had on a road trip about our p...
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101 | Small, Daily Changes To Restore Your Marriage&Intimacy with Tony&Alisa DiLorenzo from 2022-07-25T10:30:43
Celebrating 100 Episodes&Over 1 Million Downloads: Lindsey's Favorite Conversations from 2022-07-18T10:30:35
On today's brief episode, I am saying THANK YOU to all of you who have helped me get to over 1 million downloads and 100 episodes on The Living Easy Podcast while also sharing my favori...
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100 | Creating Emotional Safety For Your Children In a Broken World with Josh and Christi Straub from 2022-07-11T10:30
In this conversation, Lindsey Maestas has an insightful conversation with Josh and Christi Straub, authors of Listen
99 | A Live Business Coaching Session with Lindsey | Social Media and Growing an Online Business with Katie Hedrick from 2022-07-04T10:30
In this conversation, Lindsey Maestas talks with Katie about creating passive income on social media and how...
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98 | What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: Learning to Listen Well in Your Parenthood and Marriage from 2022-06-27T10:30:45
Christine Miles is a former therapist and 'professional listener'. In this conversation, Lindsey and Christine discuss how comm...
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97 | "I'll Be Happy When..." | How to Live Faithfully in an Overachieving World from 2022-06-20T10:30:52
This conversation felt like a chat between close friends over a cup of coffee and was like therapy for my soul. Mary
96 | Secrets From a Divorce Lawyer: Why Divorce Isn't The Easy Way Out, How to Heal a Breaking Marriage, Finances&In-Laws with David Erdman from 2022-06-13T10:30:51
David Erdman is the author of The Ten Commandments of Marriage: Secrets of A Divorce Lawyer and you guys, I really loved this conver...
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95 | Let's Talk About Being Pro-Life with Natasha Smith from 2022-06-06T10:30:37
In Episode 95, Lindsey Maestas has a deeply intimate conversation with Natasha Smith about the sensitive topic of abortion and the importance of depoliticizing the issue, and instead ...
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94 | God’s Purpose for Your Motherhood (Part 3) from 2022-05-30T10:30:12
93 | Are You A Victim Of Your Motherhood?: Thriving Over Suffering, Doing It All, Self-Sacrifice&Mom-Wine Culture (Part 2) from 2022-05-16T02:25:18
In Part 2 of the 3-part series that discusses healt...
92 | Mama, Is Your Motherhood Healthy?: Navigating Behavior, Appearance, Obedience, and Idolatry (Part 1) from 2022-05-09T10:30:36
In Part 1 of the 3 part series that discusses healthy and unhealthy motherhood, Lindsey Maestas discusses the detriment of idolizing motherhood and instead the importance of putting Jesus and your ...
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91 | Navigating Differences in Sex Drive, The “Orgasm Gap” and Redefining Biblical Sex with Sheila Wray Gregoire and Dr. Keith Gregoire from 2022-04-25T10:30
In Episode 91, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sheila Way Gregoire (@sheilagregoire) and Dr. Keith Gregoire (Listen
90 | Sin Loves Secrets: Navigating Trust, Jealousy&Lust in Marriage with Ashley and Dino Petrone from 2022-04-18T10:30:40
Ashley and Dino Petrone (@arrowsandbow) are the real deal. I genuinely loved this conversation with both of them because they weren't afraid to share honestly.
Join us as w...
Money&Christianity Ep. 5: A Financial Coach Shares: How to Budget Effectively&Responding To Our Current Economic Climate with Jared Humphries from 2022-04-11T07:30:07
If you don't tell your money where to go, you become a slave to your money. Creating boundaries within your finances is crucial.
On today's episode, Lindsey Maestas speaks with frie...
Money&Christianity Ep 4: Passive Income Streams That Have Set Us Up to Retire By 40 from 2022-04-04T10:35:15
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In episode 4 of the Money and Christianity series, Lindsey and Jesse discuss how their passive income str...
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Money&Christianity Ep. 3: A Conversation with My In-Laws: Tithing, Their Best Investments and Eternal vs. Worldly Rewards with Pastor David Maestas, Catherine Maestas and Jesse Maestas from 2022-03-28T10:30:45
Money&Christianity Ep. 2: How to Get on the Same Page Financially as a Couple and Build Generational Wealth with Jesse Maestas from 2022-03-21T10:30:03
On today's scripture-packed episode, Lindsey and Jesse Maestas discuss the early financial struggles they faced coming from different ways in which they were taught about how to handle money. Listen
Money&Christianity Ep. 1: 7 Ways to Steward Your Finances Wisely from 2022-03-14T11:00:37
I'm BACK! Thank you all so much for your grace during my sabbath rest. It was SO needed.
On today's scripture-packed episode, Lindsey Maestas discusses the importance of stewarding...
89 | Difficult Relatives & In-Laws During The Holidays: How to Prepare Your Heart from 2021-12-13T05:30
God did not grant us salvation so that we can rest and relax and chill in who we already were. He has called us up. He has called us to live as He did. Listen
88 | Social Media Boundaries, Navigating Holiday Overwhelm & Tips for a Cozy Home with Liz Marie Galvan from 2021-11-22T06:00
Today’s episode is with a woman whom I have admired for a long time and she was everything I imagined she would be!
The sweet Liz Marie Galvan shows that she is the real deal...
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87 | The Relationship Between Faith and Feelings with Toni Collier from 2021-11-15T11:30
Faith and emotions are not exclusive and separate. Emotional and mental stability are not always 'fixed' by faith and sometimes it is just not possible to pray the depression or anxiety away. Me...
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86 | Why a Child-Centered Marriage Will Hurt Your Family with Jesse Maestas from 2021-11-08T14:03:38
It's easy to end a long night of bedtime routines and go your separate ways from your spouse to find some rest and relaxation. It's easy to love and protect our little ones so much that we lose ...
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85 | Following God When Your Spouse Doesn't: The Spiritually Dry Marriage with Jesse Maestas from 2021-11-01T04:00
Faith and leadership aren't always linear. My husband, Jesse, has struggled for years with his faith, his understanding of God's role in his life and also with his role as the leader of our fami...
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84 | Perfect Life, Perfect Mom, Perfect Wife: Does It Exist? with Ruth Chou Simons from 2021-10-25T10:30
Ruth Chou Simons preached to my heart today. I cried as she spoke truth over me and this audience about the freedom given in life, in accomplishments and in motherhood via God’s grace...
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83 | Our Infidelity Story: Same-Sex Attraction, Sexual Addiction & A Redeemed Marriage from 2021-10-18T10:30
Josh and Jaelyn Harrel (@restoredliving) are boldly sharing their story of infidelity, betrayal, confusion and God's redeeming grace.
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82 | Do You Miss Your Old Self, Mama?: How to Feel More Human, Adjust Your Parenting & Leave Guilt Behind from 2021-10-11T10:30
This is a conversation that I fully, completely believe in and plan to have FAR more often.
On today’s episode with Sarah Bragg, author of Listen
81 | Dear Sister, Do You Feel Stuck? How to Live Well in Seasons of Waiting with Alyssa Bethke from 2021-10-04T10:30
Alyssa Bethke's new book: Satisfied: Finding Hope, Joy, and Contentment Right Where You Are came at such a timely moment for me and I knew her wisdom would bless you guys as ...
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80 | Single or Engaged?: Let’s Talk About Preparing for Marriage, Red Flags in Dating & Sexual Temptation with Emma Mae McDaniel from 2021-09-27T10:30
This is my sweet friend Emma Mae (@1corinthians13_love) and she is the host of the Have You Heard Podcast,...
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79 | How to Raise Boys Who Are Good at Being Men with Pastor Jon Tyson from 2021-09-20T10:30
"I want to pass on radical blessing, not radical dysfunction, to my children."
This is one of the quotes that Pastor Jon Tyson from NYC (@jontyson) shared with me and all I could...
78 | How to Declutter Your Home (and Mind) When You're Overwhelmed By Too Much Stuff: A Q&A with Allie Casazza from 2021-09-13T10:30
Today's guest is Allie Casazza, queen of decluttering and the woman who helps other women simplify everything - in their homes, in their schedules and even in their motherhood.
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77 | How to Make (and Keep) Good Friends as an Adult and as a Couple with Pastors' Wives: Stephanie, Jenna & Jessica from 2021-09-06T10:30
On today’s conversation, I am talking all things friendship with Stephanie, Jenna and Jessica from Pastors' Wives Tell All podcast. I love this conversation because y...
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76 | An Honest, Unedited Life Update with Jesse Maestas: How Our Move to TN Has Affected Us from 2021-08-30T10:30
In this unedited, candid conversation, Jesse and I discuss the ups and downs of our life change and how the move and what is happening in the world has spiritually impacted us. We talk about wha...
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75 | How I Study the Bible: Which Bible Translations I Recommend, Scripture Memorization and My Honest Thoughts on Quiet Time & Devotionals from 2021-08-23T10:30
The questions of how I study my Bible and which Bible I read or recommend are two of the most popular questions I receive (by far!)
On this episode, I am sharing practical tips o...
74 | The Mighty Influence of a Praying Mom with Brooke McGlothlin from 2021-08-16T10:30
Are you a prayer warrior for your children, mama ? Do you know the impact and gravity that prayer has on your child’s life, no matter what age? Your prayer over, for and in fro...
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73 | The Marks of a Christian Life: Are You Living It Out? from 2021-07-19T10:30
Are you really, truly living out your faith? On today's episode, I (Lindsey Maestas) talk about the characteristics that are tightly woven into the heart of a Jesus-following Christian and what ...
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72 | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Stefanie Gass from 2021-07-12T10:30
Do you ever feel like a fraud? Do you live in self-doubt or feel completely inadequate to do what God has called you to do? Imposter Syndrome is a very real thing and looms in the hearts of even...
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71 | When You Struggle with Prayer: How to Overcome a Prayerless Faith with Valerie Woerner from 2021-07-05T10:30
A prayerless faith is an empty faith. On today’s episode, author Valerie Woerner and I discuss PRAYER. Do you get distracted when you’re praying? Is our entire generation too distract...
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70 | Are You in a Codependent Relationship?: Toxicity, Idolatry and Freedom from 2021-06-28T10:30
Dr. Christie Kederian answers questions like, "What makes someone avoidant and the pursuer?" and "What is the damage done by burdening your spouse wit...
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69 | For the Exhausted, Single Momma: Hope is Here with Jennifer Maggio from 2021-06-21T10:30
On today's conversation, Lindsey Maestas speaks with Jennifer Maggio about the difficulties of single parenting. Jennifer shares her story of becoming pregnant four times as a young t...
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68 | Fighting for a Healthy, Biblical Marriage: Jesse and Lindsey Answer Your Questions from 2021-06-14T10:30
Today's episode is shared from an Instagram Live video that Jesse and Lindsey did on @livingeasywithlindsey. They answered allll the questions sent in by listeners regarding healthy, ...
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BONUS: Even in the Garden, Adam Didn't Fulfill Eve from 2021-06-11T10:30
Divorce statistics don't lie - broken relationships continue to happen amongst younger generations and within the church.
Here's the thing: Marriage problems typically aren't marriage...
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Ep. 5 | A Woman of Joy, Pregnant & Christian at 19 and The Ups-and-Downs of Friendships from 2021-06-07T12:45:17
Today’s episode of the Real Conversations with Real Friends is with my sweet, joyful friend Emily. Emily is my fun friend! She is someone I call any time I need help lighteni...
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Real Convos Ep. 5 | A Woman of Joy, Pregnant & Christian at 19 and The Ups-and-Downs of Friendships from 2021-06-07T12:45:17
Today’s episode of the Real Conversations with Real Friends is with my sweet, joyful friend Emily. Emily is my fun friend! She is someone I call any time I need help lighteni...
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Ep. 67 | Getting [Emotionally] Naked on the First Date: Modern Dating as a Christian Woman with Kat Harris from 2021-05-31T10:30
Kat Harris, author of Sexless in the City, is talking all about singleness as a Christian woman today! Kat is the host of the The Refined Collective podcast. She isn't afraid to push the boundar...
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Real Convos Ep. 4 | We're Moving to Nashville, Our Why's to Uprooting Our Lives, Navigating Finances & Vulnerability About How We're Feeling with Jesse Maestas from 2021-05-24T10:30
Jesse and I recorded this conversation just a couple of hours after we found out that our offer had been accepted on our new home in Franklin, Tennessee! It's actually happening, you guys!
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Ep 4: We're Moving to Nashville, Our Why's to Uprooting Our Lives, Navigating Finances & Vulnerability About How We're Feeling with Jesse Maestas from 2021-05-24T10:30
Jesse and I recorded this conversation just a couple of hours after we found out that our offer had been accepted on our new home in Franklin, Tennessee! It's actually happening, you guys!
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Ep 4: IT'S OFFICIAL: We're Moving to Franklin, TN!!! with Jesse Maestas: Our Why's to Uprooting Our Lives, How We're Feeling & Details About Our New Home from 2021-05-24T10:30
Jesse and I recorded this conversation just a couple of hours after we found out that our offer had been accepted on our new home in Franklin, Tennessee! It's actually happening, you guys!
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Real Convos Ep. 3: I Was Raised in a Cult | My Story, How I Got Out and What Life is Like Now with Matt Carlson from 2021-05-17T10:30
On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to hear my brother-in-law's story of what it was like to be raised in a cult.
He discusses ...
Ep. 3: I Was Raised in a Cult | My Story, How I Got Out and What Life is Like Now from 2021-05-17T10:30
On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to hear my brother-in-law's story of what it was like to be raised in a cult.
He discusses ...
Real Convos Ep. 2: Navigating One-Sided Friendships & How Dedication To My Body Changed My Life with Tynisha Medina from 2021-05-10T10:30
The 2-hour 'Modern Proverbs 31 Woman Course' Launches TODAY for only $37!!! Listen
Real Conversations with Real Friends | Ep. 2: Navigating One-Sided Friendships & How Dedication To My Body Changed My Life from 2021-05-10T10:30
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Ep. 2: Navigating One-Sided Friendships & How Dedication To My Body Changed My Life from 2021-05-10T10:30
The 2-hour 'Modern Proverbs 31 Woman Course' Launches TODAY for only $37!!! Launch...
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Real Convos Ep. 1: A Woman of Integrity: Losing My Finger During COVID, Slowing Down, A Sweet Motherhood with Shayna Krajewski from 2021-05-03T10:30
Welcome to the first episode of my Behind Closed Doors: Real Conversations with Real Friends series! This will be a series of conversations with MY people! M...
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Real Conversations With Real Friends | Ep. 1: A Woman of Integrity from 2021-05-03T10:30
Welcome to the first episode of my Behind Closed Doors: Real Conversations with Real Friends series! This will be a series of conversations with MY people! M...
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Ep. 1: A Woman of Integrity: Losing My Finger During COVID, Slowing Down, A Sweet Motherhood from 2021-05-03T10:30
Welcome to the first episode of my Behind Closed Doors: Real Conversations with Real Friends series! This will be a series of conversations with MY people! M...
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66 | How to Grow Closer to Your Children While Building Openness and Communication with Bethany Adkins from 2021-03-01T11:30
One of the things that leads the way that I parent my children is the desire for them to feel safe and to openly communicate with me about anything that they have going on in their lives. I want...
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65 | Lindsey's Personal Dating Stories: The Dangers of Settling While Dating from 2021-02-22T11:30
This is the last week to enroll in The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates. The doors will close after Friday! Invest ...
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THE WIFE PROJECT IS FINALLY HERE!! + Taking Some Time Away from 2021-02-18T11:00
The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates Course
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64 | Listen With Your Spouse: A Q&A For a Greater Sex Life + Foreplay Isn't What You Think with Matt and Lisa Jacobson from 2021-02-15T11:30
Matt and Lisa Jacobson sit down with me to answer alllll of the questions that you guys have sent to me over the past few months! This conversation was RAW and so good, you guys!
Sex & Christianity Ep. 4: Is Your Sexuality Broken?: Redeeming Regret, Shame, Blame and Abuse with Tiffany Bluhm from 2021-02-08T11:30
The Wife Project is Coming!!!! Read all about "The Wife Project" on the website and sign Up for The Wife Project Course Waitlist
Sex & Christianity Ep. 3: You Can Be Single & Sexual with Amaris Beecher from 2021-02-01T11:30
On today’s episode, I am talking to someone you might recognize from our past podcast - Milk and Honey - my friend Amaris Beecher. We are discussing God’s beautiful design and intentions ...
Sex & Christianity Ep. 2: Masturbation, Emotional & Visual Pornography & How They Affect You with Phylicia Masonheimer from 2021-01-25T11:30
Today's conversation is all about masturbation, visual pornography, emotional pornography and how they impact you, your faith and your relationship. We are also talking about how it impacts your...
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Sex & Christianity Ep. 1: How to Strengthen Your Intimacy When You Don't Like or Want Sex with Dr. Juli Slattery from 2021-01-18T11:30
I could not have asked for a better guest for our first episode of Sex and Christianity Series.
Dr. Juli Slattery is a clinical psychologist, author and co-founder of Au...
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The Living Easy Shop Is OPEN! + My Upcoming Series on Sex from 2021-01-11T05:00
Thank you all SO much for your support of The Living Easy Shop!
Each piece is intended to be a conversation-starter for the sake of sharing the Gospel as well as God's goodness in t...
My Favorite Episodes of 2020 + Details On "The Wife Project" from 2021-01-04T09:00
On this episode, I am recapping my favorite episodes of 2020! I share why I loved them and why I want you to hear them (even for a second time!)
I am als...
63 | The 11 Lessons I Learned in My 20's That Changed My Life from 2020-12-28T09:30
Today is my birthday episode and in honor of turning 31, I wanted to share some of the most impactful life lessons that I have learned as a Christian, friend, daughter, sister, mom and wife in t...
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62 | Do You Need a Social Media Heart Check? from 2020-12-21T09:30
61 | For The Girl Who Doesn't Need Anything: These Gifts Should Be On Your Christmas List from 2020-12-14T09:30
Most women spend so much time thinking of others and the gifts that they need to purchase that they end up forgetting all about themselves. So I'm here to help! :)
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60 | How Long, Lord?: Infertility, Loneliness & Grace in the Pain with Caroline Harries from 2020-12-07T09:30
Caroline Harries has been battling infertility for 8 years and deeply desires to grow her family. On today's episode, she shares her own story, offers practical wisdom in our Q&A styl...
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59 | Toxic Relationships, Hard People & Managing Conflict: A Biblical Perspective with Blake Guichet from 2020-11-30T09:30
My friend, Blake, from Confessions of a Crappy Christian Podcast is filled with wisdom and boldness and she is unashamed to share that with the world.
This discussion began as...
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One of The Best Pieces of Advice I've Ever Heard from 2020-11-26T17:15:57
58| Kari Jobe: How to Pray in Difficult Seasons & Bringing Beauty Out of Ashes from 2020-11-23T09:30
Grammy-nominated artist, Kari Jobe, has a passion for Jesus and for worship and that love flows over into her day-to-day life.
On this episode, we are talking abou...
57 | Jesse and Lindsey: A Fun Q&A On Life and Marriage from 2020-11-16T09:30
On today's episode, Jesse and I are answering your questions from Instagram Stories including: What TV shows do you watch together? What do you love most about each other right now? What is your...
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56 | Let's Talk About Those Emotional Walls That You've Built from 2020-11-09T09:30
55 | How To: Balance Busy Motherhood, Meal Prep (and Actually Stick with It) & Help Your Picky Eaters from 2020-11-02T09:30
1 Timothy 4:8 says, "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come."
I be...
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54 | What I Learned After Going Viral from 2020-10-26T08:30
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53 | Dealing with Difficult In-Laws as a Christian from 2020-10-19T08:30
Do your in-laws threaten your marriage or invade your relationship?
On this reverse-interview episode with Michael and Elizabeth from the Marriage Talks Podcast, Li...
52 | Why We Stopped Going House-to-House for the Holidays (and How You Can, Too) from 2020-10-16T04:36:13
My blog post on this topic has gone viral ten times over - so I know that there are many families who need to hear some real truth about this topic. I hope that this conversation and these scrip...
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51 | Stop Chasing Perfect with Alisha Illian from 2020-10-12T08:30
This girl can PREACH! I loved this conversation so much - it filled my heart completely!
Alisha Illian and I are talking about chasing perfectionism - and that does...
50 | Why Christians Should #Cancel Cancel-Culture from 2020-10-05T08:30
"If we replaced cancel culture with critical thinking, we would have empathetic conversations instead of emotional reactions. And by talking, we learn to separate honest mistakes from actual hat...
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49 | A CIA Agent Talks: Sex Trafficking Isn't What You Think It Is & How to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe from 2020-09-28T08:30
Sex trafficking may not be what you think it is. Trafficking is currently at a peak because of Coronavirus and some of the main culprits are social media sites like TikTok, OnlyFans and Sugar Ba...
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48 | How to Love Your People Best Based on Their Enneagram Number with Sarajane Case from Enneagram & Coffee from 2020-09-21T08:30
Sarajane Case is the powerful and kind woman behind Enneagram & Coffee.
47 | She Didn't Do It Better, She Just Did It from 2020-09-17T08:30
Failure is a fear shared by many, and it is one that keeps us from doing so much of what God has called us to.
One of the most repeated commands in scripture is, 'Do n...
46 | The Gentle Mamma: How to Re-Think Rewards and Discipline with Gentle Parenting from 2020-09-14T08:30
There is an up-and-coming philosophy of parenting called Gentle Parenting. Today's guest, Dilshad from the popular account @thegentlemamma, is sharing her insight on the differences between this...
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45 | Tish Carlson: Dealing with Depression as a Christian from 2020-09-07T08:30
Tish Carlson loves Jesus, is wife, a mom of 3, and owns multiple businesses - and she also takes depression medication.
On today's episode, Tish gets candid about h...
44 | How To Do School At Home with Real Joy, Flexibility and Grace from 2020-08-31T08:30
Two of the most incredible women (and moms) I know personally, Jennifer Robinson and Melissa Solecki, sat down to talk with me about schooling at home. We are talking all about grace, routines (...
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43 | Matthew West Opens Up: The Exhaustion of Seeking Approval, God's Will vs. Our Will & His New Journey from 2020-08-24T08:30
Five time Grammy-nominated artist, Matthew West, is talking with Lindsey Maestas today about how listening well has changed the way he does music and the impact that powerful stories have had on...
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42 | Kait Warman: Singleness Isn't a Disease | How God is Working in Your Waiting from 2020-08-17T08:30
Singleness can suck sometimes. But my guest today, Kait Warman, is a single Christian woman in her 30's who believes that there is more to life than just being married and having kids. She wants...
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41 | Kim Walker-Smith: "I Was Hanging By a Thread", Lessons From Her Desert Seasons, Wild Heart & Finding Freedom from 2020-08-13T08:30
40 | I Wanted You Guys To Be The First to Know... from 2020-08-10T08:30
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39 | The 5 Biggest Mistakes I've Made as a Mom from 2020-08-03T08:30
On today's emotional and heartfelt episode, I am sharing the lessons that I have learned, the wisdom that has been passed down from women who have gone before me in motherhood while also sharing...
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38 | 5 Things That Motivate Me to Work Out & Stay Healthy When I Have Zero Energy from 2020-07-27T08:30
I have always been on a fitness rollercoaster. You guys, I LOVE junk food. Way too much. And I am a busy, working, part-time stay-at-home momma and feel like I have zero time for working out. Bu...
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37 | A Raw Conversation with My Husband: Dealing with Disconnected Seasons in Marriage from 2020-07-20T08:30
Marriage in the thick of Coronavirus hasn't been easy. And there are both disconnected and connected seasons in marriage. The closeness of relationships fluctuate - and that's entirely normal - ...
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36 | Jehava Brown: How to Talk to Young Kids About Racism from 2020-07-13T08:30
On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast with Lindsey Maestas, Lindsey talks with her friend, Jehava Brown, about how to talk with young children about racism.
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35 | If You're Weary and You Need Some Rest, This is a Safe Place For You from 2020-07-09T01:03:42
We’ve had so much overwhelm lately. But what I don’t feel like we’ve had enough of is hope and encouragement, and reminders that there is more than the eye can see.
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34 | Our Story of Fixer Uppers, How We Invest and Where We Save from 2020-07-06T08:30
Jesse and I had the goal of owning rentals and flipping homes before we were married at the age of 21. We started by purchasing a very inexpensive home in a not-so-safe neighborhood (and getting...
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33 | Postpartum Psychosis Pt. 2: Child Protective Services, El Chapo & Healing from 2020-06-29T08:30
On Part Two of our Postpartum Psychosis with Lindsey Barnsley, she is discussing her experience in the psychiatric hospital. She talks about her theory about The Pope, her belief that constructi...
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32 | Lindsey Barnsley: Postpartum Psychosis is Real from 2020-06-22T08:30
My real life friend, Lindsey Barnsley, is sharing her vulnerable experience as a normal momma with a newborn - going about her daily routine - to days later being in a mental institution for pos...
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31 | How to Keep Video Games, Sports & Hobbies From Damaging Your Marriage with Jesse Maestas from 2020-06-15T08:30
Studies show that men playing video games is cited as a cause in 15% of divorce cases. But video games aren't the only struggle - sports, time with friends cars and other hobbies can all create ...
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30 | The Girl Who Wished She Hadn't: Lindsey's Story from 2020-06-08T08:30
My life was messy for a long time. Jumping from relationship to relationship, sexual promiscuity, unhealthy friendships and a heck of a lot of hurt. But God.
On to...
29 | Amanda Ferguson: "But God is Still Good." A Story of Childhood Trauma and Real Redemption from 2020-06-01T10:30
Amanda Ferguson bares her soul in this conversation about her messy childhood. She discusses how she learned, at a very young age, to numb her emotions and to not discuss the things that made he...
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29 | Amanda Ferguson: "But God is Still Good." Overcoming and Healing in Spite of Your Circumstances from 2020-06-01T08:30
Amanda Ferguson bares her soul in this conversation about her messy childhood. She discusses how she learned, at a very young age, to numb her emotions and to not discuss the things that made he...
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28 | What Miscarriage Is Really Like from 2020-05-25T08:30
After three miscarriages and three high-risk pregnancies, Desiree Maestas has faced a lot of heartache and confusion. Her complications have challenged and strengthened her relationship with God...
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27 | Rebekah Lyons: The Cure for Loneliness from 2020-05-18T08:30
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Finding (and keeping) friendships as an adult isn't as easy as it used to be. But we ...
Quarantine Ep. 5: Sex, Skincare, The Power of Your Words & Caring For Your Body from 2020-05-11T08:30
Physical and emotional self-care don't only include face masks and long, silent showers. We have the power to increase our joy and shift our perspective of life by the words that we speak (aloud...
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Quarantine Ep. 4: 5 Unique Self-Care Habits Every Girl Should Have | Part One from 2020-05-04T08:30
Just like they say on the airplane: It's important that you put your mask on first before you put anyone else’s on. If you’re taking good care of yourself, everyone else feels the effects.
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Quarantine Ep. 3: Jesse Maestas | Why This is All So Hard from 2020-04-27T08:30
Isolation has been really difficult for so many of us - but why? Why is this so challenging to our minds and our hearts? We believe that knowledge is power and understanding the cause of the emo...
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Quarantine Ep. 2: Our Most Helpful Home Design Tips + Cute Decor on a Budget from 2020-04-20T08:30
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Quarantine Ep. 1: Jesse Maestas | Isolated Together from 2020-04-13T08:30
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26 | Jennie Lusko: Overcoming Mom Guilt and Raising Godly Children from 2020-04-06T08:30
Being a momma can be a rollercoaster of emotions and parenting alongside our spouses can sometimes feel the same.
On today’s episode, Jennie Lusko and I discuss overcoming mom guilt...
25 | Escaping Perfectionism, Insecurity & People-Pleasing from 2020-03-30T08:00
Alanna Garcia has been one of my best friends for over 20 years. She is an old soul, a woman who pours wisdom into my life and leads her life with a heart of sincere compassion. We have seen the...
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24 | How to Overcome a Surface Level Faith from 2020-03-23T08:30
Do you feel like you need a pretty coffee mug and picture-perfect setup before you can open your Bible? Do you rely on pretty Pinterest verses or Christian Instagram captions as the basis of you...
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23 | When Friends Become Enemies (Or Distant Friends) and What to Do from 2020-03-16T08:30
Friendships can be difficult. Sometimes they change and shift organically. Other times, they end painfully.
On today's episode, Lindsey is sharing about her recent experience with t...
22 | How to Get Out of Your Own Way and Stop Over-Complicating Your Goals from 2020-03-09T08:30
21 | 9 Ways to Create a God-Honoring and Memorable Life for Your Kids from 2020-03-02T09:30
God has recently placed it on my heart to build a life for my family, rather than allowing life to just happen to us.
On today's episode, I am discussing 9 ways t...
20 | How and Why to Create Boundaries in Relationships from 2020-02-24T09:30
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19 | Does Your Messy House Make a Mess Out of You? from 2020-02-17T15:03:16
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18 | The Remedy for Jealousy and Comparison from 2020-02-10T09:30
Christian Therapist Quinn Kelly is a wife, mother of four, blogger, speaker, podcaster and licensed marriage and family therapist that is committed to encouraging others in life and faith.
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17 | A Discussion on Sex, Marriage & Communication with Jesse Maestas from 2020-02-03T09:30
Sex is a God thing. Sex is a good thing.
God created sex, not only for reproduction, but also for pleasure and for strengthening the emotional aspect of your marriage.
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16 | Q&A: Am I Feeding My Children the Right Things? from 2020-01-27T09:30
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Megan McNamee from Feeding Littles answers ALL of our questions about feeding babies, toddlers and children!
The questions include:
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15 | My Experience As a Foster Mom: The "White Savior Complex" & Social Media from 2020-01-20T09:30
If you have ever wondered what it's like to be a foster parent, look no further! My friend, Amanda Carpenter, is talking about the good, the bad, the stigmas, the struggles and everything in bet...
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14 | Finding Freedom from Bondage and How to Value Your Integrity Over Your Image from 2020-01-13T09:30
I wish I lived next door to Ashley Abercrombie. Her heart for people and for the TRUTH was so refreshing to me that I wanted to hear her talk for as long as I possibly could.
13 | How to Use the Enneagram to Create a Thriving Marriage & Healthy Friendships from 2020-01-06T09:30
Beth McCord, from Your Enneagram Coach, simplifies the deep truths of the Enneagram from a biblical perspective. On this episode, Lindsey and Beth discuss communication styles, the numb...
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12 | For the Woman Who Doesn't Need Anything: These Gifts Should Be on Your Christmas List from 2019-12-09T09:30
From small shops to departments stores, this Holiday 2019 Gift Guide was created for women who spend a lot of time serving others and working hard!
I am also sharing three really gr...
11 | Ten Ways a Wife Disrespects Her Husband (Without Realizing It) from 2019-12-02T09:30
Emotional manipulation, taunting and undermining are just a few ways that women might disrespect their spouses. On this episode, Lindsey and her husband, Jesse, discuss the way that women can lo...
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10 | How to Be Productive, Fight Burnout and Live in the 'Now' from 2019-11-25T09:30
Busyness doesn't always mean effectiveness. On today's episode, Melissa Lin talks about leaving her 9-5 for an entrepreneurial job as an online coach. She shares her story of leaving the traditi...
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09 | How to Build Structure, Routines and Real Connection in Your Home from 2019-11-18T09:30
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08: 4 Ways to Build a Life-Giving and Emotionally Safe Home That Your Children Want to Come Home To from 2019-11-11T09:30
A healthy, happy and emotionally safe home begins with you - right now! On part 1 of this discussion, Lindsey shares the ONE thing that every solid and joyful family has in common. She discusses...
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07: 6 Ways Your Phone is Changing You from 2019-11-04T09:30
Which sees your eyes more: your phone or the people you love?
In this episode, Lindsey is discussing the impact that our phones continue to have on us spiritually, physically and me...
06: How to Fight A Negative Mindset and Take Ownership of Your Circumstances with Jesse Maestas from 2019-10-28T08:30
Your early circumstances don’t have to set the tone for the rest of your life. We are responsible for how we respond to those circumstances.
Fighting ou...
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05: Easy Ways to Budget Effectively & Save a Lot of Money from 2019-10-21T08:10
Cutting costs can be really challenging and overwhelming. Today I am sharing a few tips that have cut our spending money in half as a family - and they are really easy to do!
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04: Overcoming Fear While Chasing After Your Goals from 2019-10-21T08:08
CEO Betsy Mikesell and CEO Angie White have created a product that is seen all over Instagram and Pinterest. Their multi-million dollar company, Beddys, has seen 200% growth every year - and for...
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03: This Season of Life? It's Hard. Let's Talk About It. from 2019-10-21T08:06
This season of life is hard. In our early 20's, we were attending weddings, talking about building families and traveling without restraint. But now, we are witnessing divorces of t...
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02: How To Minimize, De-Clutter and Create a Stress-Less Life with Allie Casazza from 2019-10-21T08:05
Allie Casazza, the queen of organization and minimalism, discusses how to get your motherhood and your life back by cutting down on the clutter. We discuss keeping it simple for the holidays, ho...
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01: 7 Pieces of Advice That Changed My Life from 2019-10-13T05:53:27
Welcome to the intro episode of the Living Easy Podcast! I'm so happy to have you guys. Today I'm sharing 7 Pieces of Advice That Have Changed My Life!
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BONUS: Organizing Your Life for a More Joyful Day-to-Day from 2019-09-30T05:58:10
On this episode, you will hear practical tips for creating a less stressful, less chaotic approach to your day-to-day life. From swallowing your frog to numerically listing out your tasks, these...
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