The Problem With Perfect

Pride issues threaten nearly every main character in the Bible, so why wouldn't we think they would us as well?  If you're wondering how pride shows up in your life, then this episode is for you. Join us for a conversation about the ways pride is threatening our spiritual and emotional health, even when we don't realize it - and how we can overcome it. 

We're all getting older. Some of us are having "BIG" birthdays, and others are becoming wives and mothers. As we mature, are there things we shouldn't wear based on our stage in life? Or should fashion always be defined by what makes you feel good? Join us for this cross-generational conversation as we ponder all of this and why Tik Tok might be the best place to help answer al...

Psychologists tell us that perfectionism is often rooted in trauma and is connected to our need for survival and safety. Designed to help us fly under the radar to avoid negative attention, perfectionism may protect us from others but eventually can hurt how we relate to ourselves. The habitual need for things to be perfect can leave us unraveling and feeling like we're not enough.  Join us f...

The passing of Queen Elizabeth  II has caused many of us to pause and reflect inward on our own lives and our impact on the world around us. It’s been said that we can’t all live extraordinary lives (like she did), but we can all do small things that are extraordinary.  Join us for this episode as we consider three simple ways we can be an inspiration to others and in doing so- make a difference i...

We all want to live longer and healthier lives. It's why we exercise, eat right and try to get enough sleep. But what if I told you this desire for healthy longevity should be another reason for regularly attending a faith service? This is precisely what a group of scientists recently concluded in a new article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). And what&apos...

For nearly half of his life, Matt May has been focused on ONE thing: becoming a teacher. Convinced by a special teacher in his life that he has something valuable to share with the world through his writings, Matt made it his life goal to share that passion and vision with others.  Now a first-year English teacher and two-time cancer survivor, Matt is back on the podcast to update us on his life,...

Gen Z continues to shape how our society approaches all facets of life - including our work. Focused on maximizing their time connected to a deep purpose, this generation rejects the idea of going above and beyond in their careers. Instead, they've decided to do what they need to do at work and reserve their energy for the things that bring them the greatest joy. Is Gen Z on to something that...

We all have things we know we should start and stop - or start and stop again. Yet the fear of failure and the shame that comes with it keeps us stuck in old habits. Join us for this practical episode on how to embrace the change you start building habits to change your life. 

Growing up we learned to sing how sticks and stones would break our bones but words would never harm us.  As adults, we can see the good intentions behind this load of crap.  Words - those said about us and those we say to ourselves - shape how we see and feel about ourselves.  As recovering perfectionists, we know this all too well. So join us for this episode as we unpack five destructive things...

What is an anti- goal, you ask? Consider this: what is the one thing about your current job that you really dislike? The part of your job that if you never had to do it again would make you beam with excitement?  Then imagine a day when you never had to do it and find a way to make it your reality. This is an anti-goal. Sometimes in life it’s easier to know what you don’t want than what you do, wh...

Jesus told us that there would be no escaping the hardships of living here on this broken earth with broken people. Yet the pain, disappointment, and fear of day-to-day life can sometimes be more than we can handle. Instead of dealing with our emotions, we distract ourselves, numb ourselves and avoid them for as long as possible. How about you? Do you find yourselves doing anything and everything...

Kindness Matters - or does it?  In a country divided by everything from political parties to women's rights, and vaccinations - it's easy to find someone who doesn't see the world the way you do. What isn't so easy is showing them kindness.  But why? Why is it so difficult to be kind and caring to people who don't share our values? Our opinions? In this episode, we discuss...

"If you build it, they will come" was made famous in the 1989 movie Field of Dreams. But it could just as easily be referring to The Toasty Goat coffee shop in Columbia, MO as a baseball diamond in the middle of a cornfield.  Siblings Rachel and Nate, with their spouses Danelle and Josiah, dreamed of owning a place that was designed to connect their community with great coffee in an invi...

Good friends are good for our health but finding and maintaining friendships can be difficult. In this episode, we discuss a recent article on friendship and talk about all the likely (and unlikely) ways to make and keep life-giving friendships.  Conversation based on The Six Forces of Friendship by Julie Beck, June 10, 2022:  https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2022/06/six-ways-make-mainta...

They say time flies when you're having fun, but we think time flies no matter what! With 2022 now halfway behind us, it's a good time to consider if we are making the most of our year. How is your health? Physically, emotionally and spiritually? How are you doing toward reaching your goals? What could you do differently to end the year in a better place than you are today? Join us for th...

It's no secret - we LOVE dogs. We love how they can bring calm to the chaos; how they love us unconditionally and how they lift our spirits when they meet us at the door.  But we are deeply saddened by the reality that hundreds of thousands of dogs are euthanized each year.  This podcast explores the scientific reasons why dogs are good for our health, explains the current shelter situation i...

Most of know that feeling of being stuck- whether it’s in our routines, our jobs or relationships. But how do we know when it’s time to move on from these situations rather than stick them out?  Join us for this practical episode about letting go and moving on. 

Many of our problems with perfection begin with our family origin. We naturally seek pride and approval from our fathers; some of us spend our entire lives chasing it. But fatherhood isn't as easy as it looks - especially in 2022. Just ask Tom May - the husband of co-host, Robin May.  Our special guest for this Fathers Day episode, Tom transparently talks about the struggles of fatherhood, of...

The world around us is anything but predictable and the recent mass shootings have proven it once again. For many of us (or for someone we love), the chaos and pain of life drive us to numb the pain. Whether it is with drugs or alcohol, pornography, gaming or smartphones - many of us understand the toll that destructive behaviors can take on our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. In this e...

Funny story: During Covid lockdown both of us signed up to take an online course from Yale about Happiness, but never completed it. Now that same course is the most utilized online course in history and we are still left wondering about the science of happiness. Resolved to get the nitty gritty of it all, Rachel did her own research on the course. Join us for this episode as we discuss her finding...

Seasons change and as they do, we grow older. But are we growing wiser? Becoming more interesting? Using our experiences to consider how to view the world around us?   Join us for this episode as we discuss three simple ways we can evolve- enriching  our lives and the lives of those around us.  SHOW NOTES: Sources;  Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experi...

Wellness influencer Brittany Voges of Brat Makes a Snack didn't know how to transition from a cardio junkie to a weightlifter - or if she would even benefit from doing so. She also didn't know how to automatically create healthy versions of her favorite foods or how to be an balance-lifestyle enthusiast.  Motivated to maximize and enjoy both her food and fitness, Brittany's wellness...

Do you find it difficult to separate your life from your work to achieve that illusive work-life balance? If you said yes, then you're in good company and this episode is for you.  What if work-life balance is so difficult because it isn't the way God intended for us to view our work? Or our life? What if He meant for our work to be a part of our lives that honored Him and pointed to His...

Want a tip to live a longer, healthier life? No, we're not talking about diet and exercise - but about connecting deeply with other people. It might sound too good to be true, but scientists have found that connection with others helps relieve harmful levels of stress, which can adversely affect coronary arteries, gut function, insulin regulation, and the immune system.  It turns out that reg...