Sharing Her Journey

Today's episode is a very important one.  Today's special guest is Ranie Evans. Ranie Evans courageously shares her journey losing her son Branden, who died by suicide just a few short years ago. Her sister Collette Brunson also joined Kirsten for this difficult discussion. Ranie talks us through the heartache no parent ever wants to experience…… Through the darkness, she decided to create more li...

Jen is back in the house with Kirsten and they are talking about Rebuilding, On-branding, or living in alignment.    They discuss how Kirsten has made some major life shifts and decisions coming into her own to be "On brand" as Jen likes to calls it. They talk through the whole design process and how both of their businesses creative process really is the same!!    How can you clear all the clutte...

Kirsten and Kristy are back talking Interior DESIGN and all about how to prepare to work together! Collaborating with an interior designer can be a rewarding experience that leads to a beautifully designed space. To make the most out of this partnership, listen in!  Here are a few examples: Define Your Goals, Establish a Budget, Be Open to New Ideas, Create a Wishlist, Communicate Your Lifestyle,...

Do you have a child who has recently left home for college or are you finding yourself an empty nester? This episode is for you!!  Kirsten and Jen talk all about how to let your kids leave home and spread their wings. Jen shares her experience with her two oldest leaving and Kirsten talks about her oldest making this transition as well. As usual Jen is dropping some GOLD nuggets you don't want to...

HELLO Friends! We hope you all have been enjoying your summer. We are excited to bring you some new episodes this month-   We are also loving having Kristy Weyhrich as a new official design co-host. Kirsten has so much MORE fun talking interiors with a friend who gets it and also has lots of knowledge and perspective to share with you all!!     So today, Kirsten and Kristy talk about different Int...

Kirsten is back with a guest, friend, and colleague to talk all about High Point Market!       Kirsten & Kristy both own their own Interior Design Firms and thought it would be fun to share the inside scoop on their recent work trip to High Point, North Carolina.        They share all the details on what exactly is High Point Market and why they invest in going each year. They also chat about "cel...

We are back!! Monique (the french lady) joined Kirsten in this oh so good episode talking about the concept of slowing down. What does it mean to "Live Slowly?" In todays world we are always told to want more, do more, be more, have more....and only then will we be happy. How can we take simple steps to slow down whatever phase of life we are in? Monique talks about her health diagnosis that force...

Today Jen and Kirsten interview a special guest! At age 60 Kathy Holzer: A competitive athlete turned PE teacher and coach for over 30 years- in a quest for creativity, picked up a keyboard, which led to a $2.50 watercolor set, which led to her discovering that she was an artist.   As an artist  she has learned how to practice living without judgment,  Create without the fear of failure, And the d...

Monique is here again and wants to share her passion and love of her home and country with you-  We small talk "French" chat then dive into sharing all the details about the "Rediscover Yourself in France" Retreat. We only have 10 spots open and they are filling up! 5 FULL days and 6 nights- September 19-23 We are so lucky to have Monique personally plan out all the amazing little details that onl...

Monique is here (recording from France!) with Kirsten talking all about the importance of spending time with girlfriends and time for yourself.  When we can prioritize connecting with other women in a deep and meaningful way, we share, unwind, and can breathe deeply for a moment...taking the weight off of our chest.  Women are so often the heart of the home, pouring so much of themselves into thei...

Have you ever wondered what a girls trip to the French Riviera would be like? Join us today as Monique shares about her latest vacation with her girlfriends to the Riviera. She lives just a short drive from the either coast. How would that be?!  We talk French vacations. July & August are months to avoid the Mediterranean because of all the travelers. The Irish, the Germans, the Danish, etc. all g...

Today Gina (breakup and relationship coach) is talking with Kirsten about expectations in relationships.  Do we ALL really want to learn more about relationships? ...hehe What expectations should we have or not have? What enneagram types have the highest expectations? Are expectations for men the same as women? Setting expectations in advance is important in relationships. Then re-evaluate regular...

Kirsten had such a great time welcoming back former guest Jessica Frew! (Episode #23!)  They talk about the massive impact she has been able to have by sharing her story on her successful podcast "Husband in Law" that she records with her husband, Matt, and her ex-husband, Steve. On it they are share their stories of love, marriage, coming out, divorce, remarriage and co-parenting to help others k...

Join Kirsten and Jen as they talk about why Jen hired her first life coach....(spoiler alert: it was her mom) They also talk about kids these days and how their inner critics are wreaking havoc in their lives and how we need to teach them to have the freedom to experience emotions. All of them.  Jen shares how to build your capacity to be able to experience negative emotions, how to practice not b...

Monique is back today from Dijon, France to share a glimpse into the French Lifestyle. She tells us all about the 'Cafe Life' that the French people live...what it is, what it means to her and how it enhances her life. (It involves meeting artists to draw, connect, and sip Italian chocolate in front of the Palace) .....So Dreamy!! **What small changes can you make to live your beautiful life right...

Today Gina and Kirsten discuss each Enneagram number and the 2 words of focus for 2023 by each type. Continuing on our series of intention setting for the year. Do you have your word yet? 1 Soften/ Trust 2 Courage/ Desire 3 Support/ Soften 4 Connect/ Instinct 5 Express/ Desire 6 Play/ Leap 7 Routine/ Mastery 8 Intentionality/ Slowly 9 Freedom/ Reflect _________________________________ **Don't forg...

In this week's episode Jen guides Kirsten through a series of questions to help her and (YOU!) discover your 2023 " word of the year ".     If money was not an issue, how would you spend your time? What does this world need more of? What are you working towards that you could use help with? What did you learn from your biggest regret? What random act of kindness could you perform right now? What m...

As soon as the Holiday decor goes down, and January is here, many of us feel like our homes need an update or refresh. In this episode Kirsten shares easy tips for making your home FEEL better. She also talk about trends for 2023 and paint colors of the year. ***Happy 3 year Anniversary to Sharing Her Journey*** Thank you SO much for being here! XOXO ____________________ Don't forget to grab your...

Today Kirsten is joined by Monique Hale to talk about French Christmas traditions! Of course, they are all so charming....AND the holiday fun in France even continues into January!  Joyeux Noel from us all at Sharing Her Journey~   ______________________________ **Grab your ticket NOW for the upcoming Enneagram workshop HERE If you enjoyed the podcast we would really appreciate it if you would rat...

Today Kirsten is joined by her NEW co-host and Enneagram expert Gina Gomez. They talk about tips to thrive through the Holidays by your enneagram type. Gina takes us through each number by Triad Centers. {Body is 8, 9, 1} {Heart is 2, 3, 4} {Mind is 5, 6, 7}  Gina and Kirsten share some details on their upcoming Power of Intention Enneagram Workshop. "DESIGN YOUR YEAR BY TYPE" This event will be h...

We are so excited to have Jen Bobodzhanov with us on the podcast every month now! Her episodes will be the first week of each month-  ---------------------- Today we unpack one of the causes of overwhelm and how to solve for it, just in time for the Holidays.  + The cause of overwhelm (Spoiler: It's NOT your to do list) + How to switch your motivation from pressure to inspiration + Why Overwhelm c...

Sharing Her Journey is SO excited to welcome Monique Hale to the podcast as one of our permanent MONTHLY co-hosts. This woman has lived many lives...both in America and France. She is admirable in so many ways, and has handled her journey with grace and beauty. Oh, and she is kindly blunt and funny too! Monique was born and raised in France with many brothers and sisters. She was raised in a stric...

Did you know Kirsten's day job is running a full service Interior Design business? She knows a thing or two about making a space look and feel good! In this episode Kirsten shares her tips for decorating your home for the holidays. From table top decor ideas, Christmas trees traditions, to using items you already have on hand...Kirsten shares all her methods for how she keeps things simple, timele...

In this episode Kirsten welcomes NEW monthly co-hosts, Jen Bobodzhanov and Gina Gomez to the podcast in two back to back episodes.  Jen, former guest and #1 downloaded Sharing Her Journey episode to date(#8 When your harshest critic is YOU ) talks about her journey to get to the place she is at today. We talk about her 25+ years of entrepeneurship, how she got into life coaching, and how she final...

Join us today as we talk about some major changes with the podcast!  "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional"   Connect with Sharing Her Journey: SHJ on Instagram Sharing Her Journey on Facebook Kirsten on Instagram Alexis on Instagram