Along the Way

Success isn’t just about winning—it’s about staying in the game. In this episode, I explore the importance of consistency and growth, even when things don’t seem to be going your way. I share personal experiences from my journey as a content creator and how I’ve navigated career shifts, self-doubt, and the reality of evolving with life’s changes. Whether it’s knowing when to pivot or when to stay...

In this episode, I sit down with an anonymous guest whose life has been dedicated to the mission field. From an early disillusionment with Christianity to a lifelong journey of serving, traveling, and sharing the Great Commission , her story is one of transformation, faith, and purpose. We dive into her personal testimony , the challenges and rewards of missionary work, and the spiritual and cleri...

Have you ever downplayed your achievements, convinced yourself that you haven’t done enough, or worried that you’ll never get to where you want to be? In this episode, we’re breaking the cycle of self-deprecation and shifting our mindset to one of self-recognition. Instead of focusing on what we haven’t done, we’re acknowledging everything we have accomplished and understanding that we are exactly...

This is one of those special moments where you meet your "internet friend" and talk for hours in person for the first time. Anna Meyers of Meyers Silver has been one of my lady boss heroes for YEARS and from the moment I saw her Instagram filled with cowboy living, motorcycles, and firefighting I KNEW I had to know her. For years, Anna and I have lived parallel lives filled with things we'd rather...

Motherhood is beautiful, but it can also be incredibly isolating. In this episode, we dive into the often-unspoken struggles of the mental load that comes with caring for others, the loneliness it can create, and how these pressures impact our mental health. We’ll also unpack the heavy role that Mom guilt plays in deepening isolation and making it even harder to ask for help. If you’ve ever felt o...

Is the public school system failing our children? In this episode, we dive deep into why homeschooling is emerging as a better alternative for families seeking quality education and strong values. We discuss: 📉 Alarming statistics on declining academic performance in public schools 📢 Direct quotes from teachers raising concerns about behavior and social issues in classrooms 🛑 How parents are un...

In this episode, I continue my conversation with the Martin family—this time, sitting down with Leann Martin, wife of retired General Joseph M. Martin. Leann shares what it’s like to build a life and raise a family deeply ingrained in the U.S. Army, especially during times of war and uncertainty. From navigating unforeseen challenges to enduring deployments and frequent moves, she reflects on the...

In this episode, I sit down with retired General Joseph M. Martin, the 37th Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Army, to discuss his distinguished military career and personal life. A 1986 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, General Martin was commissioned as an armor officer and has held various leadership positions, including tank platoon leader, scout platoon leader, and c...

In this episode, we dive into the power of saying “no” and why it’s one of the most valuable skills you can develop. Too often, we feel pressured to say “yes” to everything—opportunities, favors, invitations—only to find ourselves overwhelmed and stretched too thin. But here’s the truth: saying no isn’t selfish or negative. In fact, sometimes saying “yes” is actually worse than saying “no.” We’ll...

In this episode, we dive into the delicate balance millennial parents are trying to strike between raising emotionally healthy kids and avoiding the mistakes of past generations. But has the fear of causing trauma led to a new challenge—becoming pushovers for our children? We’ll explore how this mindset is shaping family dynamics, why saying “no” is just as important as saying “I love you,” and ho...

In this episode, we explore the idea that learning new things is supposed to be hard—and why that’s not a bad thing. Drawing parallels to how we encourage children to practice, stumble, and grow, we ask the important question: Why don’t we give ourselves the same grace? From the frustration of trying something for the first time to the joy of finally getting it right, we’ll unpack the pressures we...

As a parent, I think we often spend time wondering how we are supposed to raise "good kids" in a bad world. The bottom line is that parents have been doing just that for generations, and we're not that special! The world has always been hard, but we have to be willing to raise kids that are part of the solution instead of part of the problem. Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://uncle...

Big wins and hard times, that's what being a small business is all about. Sometimes you're featured in People Magazine, and sometimes you're getting screwed by business partners. In this episode I sit down with Uncle Bekah from Inappropriate Trucker Hats in Prosper, TX to talk all about being a small business owner and cornering the market on HUMOR! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https:...

It's sad but true, LIFE gets in the way of our relationship with God if we allow it to. Even more so, life gets in the way of reading our Bible and deepening our understanding of God's Word. Joined by guest, Lauren Hopkins, this episode discusses the practical and spiritual aspects of studying the Bible when life is being LIFE. Inappropriate Trucker Hats: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com Connect wit...

Not everyday of homeschooling is great... There are HARD days. But, I've found some things that make the harder days easier to overcome and make the harder days less and less. This episode has lots of resources and links- SEE BELOW! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com Amazon Homeschool List: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/Homeschool AOP Christian Learning: CODE LYDIA10 ht...

We all make mistakes and we all learn along the way, but these are a few of the things I wish my younger self knew about bullying, opportunities, risks, and relationships! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

This is MY testimony! Despite being raised in church and baptized at a young age, I didn't live my life for Jesus for a LONG time. Once I was willing to let go of my own control and give my life to Jesus, the world I had created by my own lack of self worth was turned upside down. Hallelujah! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: Lydia25 https://unclebekah.com Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/...

Half the reason you're feeling overwhelmed is because you're adding in too many things. You need to get the essentials down to energy minimum and THEN add new things! This is how we teach our kids to do chores and how we can be our BEST without hitting the burnout wall. Today, let's talk about how to get yourself organized by using the Energy Minimum technique. Inappropriate Trucker Ha...

Seeing social media for what it is, is KEY to never falling into the trap of comparison or blindly supporting something without doing your own research. Social media literacy is a skill we all need and we need to be teaching in school! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

This is probably the #1 thing holding you back right now in life. As a parent, an employee, a creative... Perfection paralysis keeps us from reaching our potential because we're too afraid to just START. Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

I have never struggled with body image the way I am currently. I went to by OBGYN and walked out feeling like I was an absolute failure when it came to my weight... How in the world did that happen?! Inappropriate Trucker Hats! CODE: LYDIA25 https://unclebekah.com Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Did you know I was a Special Education teacher back in the day? I don't talk about it much because it was a rough experience. Maybe it was hard because I didn't have a degree in SPED or Education? Or maybe it was the fact that I only to 6 weeks of classroom training? Or maybe it was the caseload twice what it should have been? Let's discuss how Teach For America isn't the top of my...

In this episode I'm joined by my friend Lisa to chat about what it's like to raise a large (young) family in today's world. Lisa and her husband have 5 children with one more on the way... Does that seem like a lot? How do people perceive a large family in today's culture? Is it difficult to manage so many personalities? How do you maintain a sense of SELF in motherhood? All those...

When life is hard, we beg for it to be easy... But will an easy life help us achieve the goals we have for ourselves? In this episode I discuss why I think hardship and trauma is a part of our story that leads to greatness when we approach it in that way. Leo Skepi Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VJuGmqMazkAQRnnbh974V?si=F5JQpZHNQ2WCvKNjFg5ntA Liquid IV: "Lydia_Kyl" for 20% of...

We spend A LOT of time on social media as a society. Whether it is for professional or personal reasons, every single generation on the planet right now is impacted by social media. I was feeling the weight of the social media performance and decided to "detox". Here are some of the things I took away from my 5 day break from all socials! Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle