Learning to Flourish Podcast

In this episode we are asking each other rapid fire questions to help introduce ourselves to you! If you liked any of these questions, please share your answer with us! We would love to hear it! Our instagram handles are: @kelsey_dannehl @theblvedcollective

Welcome to the learning to flourish podcast - we are your hosts, Kelsey Dannehl and Laura Jean Tremblay. This is a place to stop waiting, and learn to flourish exactly where we are - right in the in-between.  Join us each week as we discuss topics that pertain to daily life and how we can flourish in the here and now This Podcast is presented by The BLVED Collective

The news is out! Introducing BLVED Workshops!  We were designed to thrive. To flourish in the vocations we are called to.  But, let’s face it, it is incredibly hard to do that with so many distractions coming at us from every side, not to mention all the lies that tell us we do not deserve to flourish or thrive.  Here’s the truth: you are made good.  You were designed with a purpose You are capabl...

In todays episode we are tackling two things I hear said often that don't quite communicate what the person saying them thinks they do Here are the cliff notes: Saying #1 You’re doing fine Allows people to stay where they are - even if they are exhibiting destructive behavior or vices No invitation to grow and be better Giving up on them in a way Instead say: I see you and your effort, keep go...

We are welcoming back Mari Wagner - co founder of West Coast Catholic to talk all about her entrepreneurial journey Website: theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co Shop BLVED Digital Shop Made BLVED Waitlist Instagram: @theblvedcollective Westcoastcatholic.co Marian Rosary Collection Use code BLVED10 for 10% off!

Summer does not have to be a time where we lose our progress on our goals whether that is in our prayer life or life in general Resources to continue to grow through the summer Prayer: Mass / the sacraments Journal Rosary  Take a pilgrimage  Take a prayer walk  Intentional growth: Set goals Create routines Read books  Do something creative each day Do something toward your goals each day Website:...

Tune is as we welcome Mari Wagner - co founder of West Coast Catholic to talk all about community Website: theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co Shop BLVED Digital Shop Made BLVED Waitlist Instagram: @theblvedcollective West Coast Catholic Website Marian Rosary Collection Use code BLVED10 for 10% off!

This week we celebrate the feast of the visitation The visitation is one of my favorite mysteries to meditate on because it is just so human. It is all about community and coming together supporting each others needs.  Mary went up in haste to the hill country  Let’s be saints together!  Let’s go in haste to help our fellow men Let’s be good examples for each other Let’s hold on to the truth Let’s...

I can't believe that The BLVED Collective is 3! Tune into this episode to hear all about the journey getting to this point Show notes: Website: theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co Shop BLVED Digital Shop Made BLVED Waitlist Instagram: @theblvedcollective

Work and rest both have their places The key is to keep them all in moderation - practicing the virtue of temperance  Tips for working well: Start work time with intentionality  Be focused and give 100% Practice gratitude  Tips for resting well: Seek true leisure  Be present - let yourself rest  Practice gratitude  Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Made BLVED Waitlist Instagram: @the...

We are celebrating the 1 year anniversary of the Dear BLVED podcast!  For all those listening, thank you for being here and making all it all worth while!  How long have you been here? Are you just tuning in? Have you been here from the beginning? I’d love to know! Send me a dm or leave a review so I can see how long you’ve been here!  What a gift it has been for me this past year to be able to sh...

“We do not pretend that life is all beauty. We are aware of darkness and sin, of poverty and pain. But we know Jesus has conquered sin and passed through his own pain to the glory of the Resurrection. And we live in the light of his Paschal Mystery - the mystery of his Death and Resurrection. “We are an Easter People and Alleluia is our song!”. We are not looking for a shallow joy but rather a joy...

In this episode I welcome Maria Spears Mumaugh to the podcast and we discuss running after the Lord, especially in the single season. Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective @mariaspears The Intentional Single Website

In this episode I invited Shalini Blubaugh founder of Pray, Train, Grow on the podcast to talk about following peace. This is not one you want to miss friend! Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective @praytraingrow

Quick question for you, what are you waiting for? Website:  theblvedcollective.com Made BLVED BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective

We can overcomplicate our lives so easily But when it comes to living out our faith into our daily life and becoming a saint - just do it It will look different for everyone, as the saints can attest. We can also learn from each other, but don’t let that “learning” turn into not doing Just do it Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective

Quick question, what drives the way you schedule your life?  Is it your responsibilities?  Your goals? Is it by importance?  Is it first come first serve? Is it the lifestyle you want? Is it your family? Is it your life with the Lord?  It is a simple yet complex question. We all do it. We have to keep some sort of schedule if we want to keep any friends. But do we even think about how we curate ou...

I welcome Sammy Parker, founder of Unshaken Wellness on the podcast today and we chat about knowing when it's the right time to take action! Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective Unshaken Wellness Website @unshaken_rnbirthcoach

Is handwriting letters a lost pastime? In my opinion, it shouldn't be! Tune into the episode to learn about how to cultivate this practice in your life! Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective BLVED Co. Shop

In this episode, Laura Jean dives into the topic of peace. Peace is healing and restorative. As a pure gift from God, peace can be an answer to so many prayers. Website:  theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective

As we dive into 2023 I invite you to start off on the right foot and let God into the drivers seat. He has a beautiful plan for you. I first came across this prayer in College and it has been such a beautiful prayer. I pray that if you are hearing this and you're struggling with God's timing, that this is like balm to your soul Website: theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co. Shop Instagram: @the...

Here are the 3 best pieces of advice I received in 2022 and that I'm taking with me into 2023 Show notes: Website: theblvedcollective.com BLVED Co Shop BLVED Digital Shop Instagram: @theblvedcollective

Today I chat with Michaela Robinson about her story and specifically how the growth happened in the middle. If you are in a time in your life that its not looking like you always imagined, that is totally normal! This episode will give you a really practical look into a story that didn't go as planned but what came out of it was even better. Meet our guest: Michaela has worked in college minis...

In November we honor the saints! There are so many great saints but we all have a couple we know well. Today I want to introduce you to my saint tribe! Website: www.theblvedcollective.com Shop the BLVED Co Shop: https://blved-store.myshopify.com Instagram: @theblvedcollective Youtube: The BLVED Collective 

In this episode we celebrate John Paul II who's feast we recently celebrated. Introducing the John Paul II Collection at the BLVED Co Shop Featuring two new products inspired by John Paul II The Seeking Tote Bag and the Sacrament of Matrimony Card Website: https://theblvedcollective.com Made BLVED: https://theblvedcollective.com/made-blved   BLVED Co Shop: https://theblvedcollective.com/blved-...