Flourish-Meant: You Were Meant to Live Abundantly

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Flourish-Meant! Today, our guest, Kristen Christy, shares her powerful journey of resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. Kristen, a sought-after international speaker, author, and resilience expert, overcame a massive stroke at 15 and later experienced the loss of her husband to suicide and the disappearance of her son. Through her story, she offe...

In this episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager sits down with special guest Jenny Leavitt to explore the gripping topic of surviving grief. Jenny, a pastor's wife, award-winning author, speaker, and coach, shares her personal, clerical, and professional experience with grief, as she delves into her mission to help others find hope and healing after losing her 17-year-old son in a tragic accid...

Welcome to this episode of "Flourish-Meant" where we delve into the topic of why we're so exhausted and how to find solutions for fatigue. In this enlightening conversation, host Tina Yeager is joined by the esteemed Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith, a physician and best-selling author of "Sacred Rest". Dr. Smith sheds light on the often neglected areas of rest and the impact of rest deficits on our overa...

Welcome to another episode of Flourish-Meant! In today's insightful and thought-provoking exchange, host Tina Yeager sits down for a second conversation with Sonja Meyrer, a compassionate expert. Sonja delves into the importance of setting healthy boundaries with empathy and grace. With practical tips and empowering insights, Sonja reveals the transformative power of recognizing one's worth and up...

Welcome to the "Flourish-Meant" podcast! In today's episode, host Tina Yeager interviews Dr. Jackie McKool, a seasoned practitioner in holistic health and wellness. They discuss Dr. McKool's remarkable testimony and her path to embracing holistic healthcare after overcoming addiction. Listeners will gain insights into finding a holistic health practitioner, setting wellness goals, and taking pract...

Thriving After Loss: Insights from Pastor and Counselor Duo Chuck and Ashley Elliott Welcome to Flourish-Meant, the podcast that helps you navigate through life's struggles and triumphs. In today's episode, our host Tina Yeager delves into the topic of thriving after loss with special guests Chuck and Ashley Elliott, authors of the book "I Used to Be." Chuck, a pastor, and Ashley, a counselor, sha...

How can we handle conflict resolution in our homes? Welcome to Flourish-Meant, where we explore the art of thriving in all aspects of life. In today's episode, our host, Tina Yeager, and guest, Donna Jones, engage in a heartfelt conversation about navigating conflict in relationships. They delve into the deep-rooted connection between conflicts and self-protection, fear, and insecurity. As they br...

Jerry Duckworth's impactful story highlights the redemptive power of faith and the journey to finding purpose and fulfillment. From encountering challenges as a homeless drug addict to finding stability, education, and family, Jerry's transformative narrative offers hope and encouragement for anyone in need of a new beginning. Throughout the episode, Jerry emphasizes the significance of being born...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Flourish-Meant! In this episode, our host Tina Yeager chats with the talented Angela De La Pena from Fellowship Creative. They discuss how to find music and tools for emotional well-being and the mission behind the recent album, "The Help Project." Angela shares how they aim to support those in difficult seasons, especially the youth, and encourage honest...

In this episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager sits down with the incredible Julie Seals to discuss her remarkable journey from despair to becoming a hope dealer. Julie shares her powerful testimony of transformation, from a life of addiction, crime, and despair, to her current roles as a prison evangelist, ordained minister, speaker, author, wife, mother, and grandmother. Julie's inspiring s...

In this episode of Flourish-Meant, Tina Yeager and guest Jeannie Waters explore how we can experience the gifts of God's presence not only during Christmas but in our daily lives. They delve into the importance of focusing on the spiritual meaning of Christmas and creating a connection with God, even in the midst of busyness. Jeannie shares insights on pulling up a chair to God's table through pra...

How can we become empowered as women to cultivate hospitality in our homes? In this enlightening conversation, our special guest DeAnna Kane beautifully shares her passion for equipping women with the tools to extend warmth and hospitality in their homes and communities. DeAnna Kane is the Chief Executive Officer at KC Media Publishing, she sits on the Mon Ami Board, and is the Executive Director...

How can we have a prayerful approach to the holidays? Welcome to another episode of Flourish-Meant, where we delve into topics that help us embrace a more prayerful approach to life. I'm your host, Tina Yeager, and today we have a special guest, Janet McHenry, who will guide us in developing a prayerful approach to the holidays. Janet is an experienced prayer warrior and the author of the book Pra...

How can we experience hope and humor this holiday season? Welcome to Flourish-Meant, the podcast that brings you hope and humor for the holidays. In this very special episode, join host Tina Yeager as she engages in a heartwarming conversation with the amazing author and speaker Michelle Medlock Adams and the insightful pastor and author Andy Clapp. Andy Clapp is an author, speaker, and literary a...

As the holiday season approaches, we wanted to address a topic that is important yet often overlooked – how holidays can trigger trauma reactions. In our latest episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager sits down with expert guest Dr. Barbara Lowe to explore this crucial issue. Dr. Barbara Lowe, a licensed psychologist and founder of Greenleaf psychological and support services, sheds light on w...

How can we find purpose in seasons of uncertainty? Today's exciting new episode offers encouragement and insights for navigating uncertain seasons with grace and purpose from featured guest Grace Wabuke Klein, a speaker, author, and co-leader of Focus 412 ministry. Grace recently released a powerful book titled "Flourish: Finding Purpose in the Unknown and Unexpected Seasons of Life." During our c...

How can we instill bravery, character, and leadership in our households this Veteran's Day? Join us as we engage in a meaningful discussion on how we can cultivate bravery, character, and leadership in our lives, while also recognizing and supporting those who have served our country. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to our veterans and a call to action for all of us to make a difference in the...

How can we encounter Yahweh Nissi and experience God as the banner over our lives? Join today's multi-talented celebrity guest, Benny DiChiara for an empowering episode of Flourish-Meant, where we explore faith, resilience, and encountering the presence of God in our lives. In this episode, our host Tina Yeager invites Benny DiChiara, singer-songwriter, recording artist, businessman, motivational...

Welcome to another episode of Flourish-Meant! Today, we have a very special guest, Elizabeth Bristol, joining us to discuss a topic close to our hearts: "God Adores You." Elizabeth is an author, educator, and speaker who has overcome people-pleasing, abuse, and neglect through Christ-centered care. She knows firsthand the struggle of seeking love and feeling loved, especially when her own upbringi...

Welcome back to another episode of Flourish-Meant! In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Nellie Harden, joining our host Tina Yeager to discuss a topic that is close to every parent's heart: How do we raise confident kids in a changing and unpredictable world? Nellie, a renowned family life and leadership coach, draws from her own experiences as a mother of four teenage daughters and s...

How can we help our kids cultivate healthy relationships amid a culture of sexpectations? In this episode, Barb Winters shares her personal journey as a mother of a recovered pornography addict and how it led her to become a certified sexual risk avoidance specialist.  Barb Winters is the author of  Sexpectations: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Healthy Relationships .  She is a speaker, cert...

On this episode of Flourish-Meant, Tina Yeager welcomes guest Richard Gamble, the visionary behind the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer, a monumental piece of public art revealing how Jesus has answered a million personal prayers. It will be the largest database of hope stories in the world. Having the idea in 2004, God gave him the go-ahead to launch in 2016, and for the past four years, Richard h...

On this episode of Flourish-Meant, join host Tina Yeager and special guest Cally Logan as they delve into the topic of "Dear Future Husband." Cally highlights the importance of listening to God and investing in a relationship with Him. She shares her own practices, such as specific times for worship, intercession, and requests, as well as the significance of just listening to God. They encourage l...

How can we develop effective leadership skills with lasting impact? On this episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager sits down with leadership expert Bunni Pounds to discuss the importance of developing skills and making an impact in various areas of life. Drawing on the story of Nehemiah, they explore the power of perseverance, prayer, and identifying your unique calling. They also provide ins...

On this episode of Flourish-Meant, host Tina Yeager speaks with psychotherapist Tracy Taris about silencing your inner critic. Tracy provides insight into how we can notice when something isn't good for us and suggests developing a relationship with God and his word through daily bible reading to prompt the Holy Spirit to guide us. They discuss the different voices we hear, including self, Satan,...