Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life

I am happy and grateful to be a Christian.  Being a disciple of Jesus Christ gives meaning, purpose, and direction to my life.  For today’s podcast I’m going to talk about a single page document which is the most concise (and yet amazingly comprehensive) treatise about the life, ministry, and mission of Jesus Christ anywhere in existence.  It is called "The Living Christ: The testimony of the...

Having an adult child living with you can create some challenging situations.  Today's episode shares some experiences where that type of situation went well, some other experiences where it went badly, and what might cause the difference.  I share suggestions for creating a positive experience if you have an adult child living with you.  Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerp...

What does juice spilled on the new rug, rice strewn about the kitchen floor, furniture painted with melted ice cream, finding your phone hidden inside a heater vent, and peeing on a chicken have in common?  It's all in day's work of "the toughest job you'll ever love" called motherhood.  Join with us as special guest Melanie Jensen, a mother of two young children, shares t...

In 1856 thousands of people traveled over 4,600 miles from Liverpool, England to Salt Lake City, Utah.  They walked the last 1,200 miles of that journey pulling their meager belongings in small handcarts.  Who were these people?  Why did they make the journey?  What was it like and why did two of these groups require a massive rescue effort involving 250 wagons and thousands of rescuers?  All of t...

Currently there is a popular tendency to disregard history or to revise it in order to support more modern ideas.  There is particularly a tendency to revise the history of the founding of the United States of America.  Where, at one time, the founders of our country were honored and revered, they are now belittled and condemned.  Most people are no longer aware of the greatness they accomplished...

With current events going on in the world, people are experiencing overwhelmingly high levels of fear and stress right now.  In today’s episode, I’m going to explain how these emotions affect us and a few ways to overcome those feelings. Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and follow on youtube , facebook , instagram , and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast Listen, Share,...

Tips for better sleep.  There is a lot of research that suggests that when we don’t get enough sleep it can impair our decision making and affect our emotions.  Tests on intelligence, creativity, attention, and memory all show lower performance where we're sleep deprived. There are things that you can do to help create good sleep habits (sometimes referred to as “sleep hygiene”) that can help...

Special guest Sarah Bjork shares a hilarious true story about her first country dance where she causes multiple injuries, including to her pride.  Between dressing like "discount Elton John," flinging shoes into an old man's face, kicking a woman in the bum, impersonating a parrot, a monkey, and a mechanical bull rider, she keeps the laughs coming.  As William Thackeray once said, “...

Two brothers named Joseph and Hyrum Smith were martyred in Carthage Jail in 1844.  The widows of the two brothers moved far apart and their descendants have become estranged.  In recent years efforts have been made to reunite these families.  Today's episode includes special guests John and Gwen Smith who share a life changing experience for them and their distant cousin, Bob Smith.  John is...

One of the concerns of the current Coronavirus pandemic is the effects on education.  Schools have been closed and suddenly teachers, students, and parents have been thrust into a very unusual and difficult situation.  Today's episode features special guest Belinda Durling who has over 20 years of experience in education both as a teacher and  administrator.  Belinda is absolutely in tune wit...

"I did it for the children,"  that is my husband's explanation for building a hovercraft.  I'm pretty sure that's not what actually happened.  Enjoy this hilarious "he said"/"she said" version of our adventure of building and owning a hovercraft and getting along in spite of a difference of opinion.    Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascorn...

My young daughter and I were stranded in American Samoa, and to make it worse, the airline lost our luggage.  Although it was really scary, things turned out okay.  This story is a message of hope that God is good and things are not always as they appear. I share some amazing experiences during my visit to Samoa.  Some experiences were good, and others terrifying.  Stories about time travel, Rober...

Currently there is a widespread fear about the recent outbreak of the coronavirus or covid-19.  The purpose of this episode is to alleviate fear by explaining about the disease, how it's transmitted, and the body's natural defense system that is protecting you.  I also explain why fear over getting the coronavirus actually increases your likelihood of contracting the disease and some thi...

While studying the word “faith” in the Bible dictionary, I came across a sentence that really bothered me.  It said, “a lack of faith leads one to despair, which comes because of iniquity.”   At first I was quite offended by this, but then I began to wonder what that word really means.  How does it relate to despair and lack of faith?  Iniquity means many things, but one of the possible meanings i...

Today's podcast is about living joyfully by making time to do the things you love.  Special guest Joseph Bjork is a busy law school student with a lovely wife and four young children.  He also runs a youtube channel called Good and Basic .  One of his videos is titled, " How to get bad grades in law school ," where he shares how he creates balance and keeps things in perspective and...

As a Christian, why would I be interested in learning about the Passover?  The gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke say that the last supper was a Passover Feast.  By gaining a greater understanding of the Passover we gain greater insight into the Savior’s final hours and teachings, we gain a greater insight of his mission and great atoning sacrifice, we also gain greater insight and appreciation of...

Today’s podcast is a message of hope to those who are struggling with feelings of depression.  And I share this message with personal and tender feelings because I am a person who struggled with depression for a time.  I have compassion for what you’re going through.  I understand the feelings of despair, helplessness, and hopelessness.  I’m going to share a few things today that I hope will be he...

Being a loved one or caregiver of someone with depression is challenging.  In today's episode I'm going to share a few things that I hope will be helpful to you as you endure this challenge.  As a person who has experienced and overcome depression, I have some unique insight as I share things what my loved ones tried that helped or didn't help.  I'll share some of the chemistry...

So to recap the day.  Dog poop, flat tire, rejection and job disappointment for Sarah, rejection and job disappointment for me, fractured skull for Andy, and a wrecked airplane for Lewis  It was a crappy day both literally and figuratively. Today’s episode is a message of hope and consolation for anyone who has ever had a bad day or felt discouraged and overwhelmed.  Visit the Linda's Corner...

It's challenging to raise happy, healthy, resilient children in our busy world. Eating dinner together as a family is a simple tool that is often overlooked that can make a world of difference in your family.  In today’s podcast I’m going to share why eating together as a family matters. Scientific research shows the following benefits from regularly sharing meals together as a family: It pro...

Today's podcast is a message of hope and encouragement for anyone who is trying to do good and be good, but feels discouraged and overwhelmed.  I explain the difference between 'striving for perfection' and it's counterfeit 'perfectionism.'  A correct understanding brings clarification of expectations and a feeling of peace and contentment.   This episode is intended...

This episode is a continuation of the book " Crushed ."  It contains Chapter 39 - The Fake Ending ; Chapter 40 - I Have To Do It ; and the Epilogue .  The story line includes an analogy between a 5K race and a journey to healing and recovery.  It also includes the courage it takes to be vulnerable and an explanation of why the people we are closest to are often the ones who try to hold u...

This episode is a continuation of the book " Crushed ." It contains Chapter 34 - Goodbye, Lucy ; Chapter 35 - The Assignment ; Chapter 36 - Opening My Heart ; Chapter 37 - New Allies ; and Chapter 38 - Leaving Emerald City .  The story line includes the emotional struggle to relinquish anonymity, completing a homework assignment to write a letter to God, battling with and then reconcilin...

We all compare ourselves to other people.  We do this even when the comparisons make us unhappy.  In today’s podcast I’m going to try to answer three questions:   First, why do we compare ourselves to other people? Second, is there any benefit to seeing how we stack up against others? And third, if there isn’t a benefit to comparing ourselves to others, how can we stop ? Learn more at the Hope for...

This episode is a continuation of the book " Crushed ."  It contains Chapter 31 - The Third Mentoring Session ; Chapter 32 - Visualization ; and Chapter 33 - A Pattern?   The story line includes attending a mentoring session and digging deeper to uncover more unhealthy patterns.  Learning about the principle of 'giving and receiving.'  Using a visualization exercise to learn ho...