Space for Life

Radical punctuality is about more than being on time. Let's debunk three common myths about radical punctuality: 1) Being punctual means sacrificing spontaneity, 2) It's impossible to change your punctuality habits, and 3) Punctuality defines your worth. 4?) There are more important reasons for punctuality than being on time. 5) Radical punctuality means being present and undistracted. Stay tuned...

Unleash Your Potential: Join me as I navigate the paradox of personal growth, discovering the power of prioritizing the who over the how, unlocking the key to success through nurturing the right relationships. In this episode, you will be able to: ·       Gain insights into the substantial benefits of prioritizing crucial relationships in our lives.  · ...

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with your lack of progress toward personal growth and improvement, despite your efforts to make positive changes, then you are not alone! You may be diligently setting goals and making to-do lists, but finding yourself constantly falling short or losing motivation. Instead of experiencing personal growth and improvement, you're stuck in a cycle of unful...

Join Tommy as he explores the power of practice and how it can transform your life. From reframing major life events to intentionally practicing behaviors that align with your growth, discover the secrets to living a purposeful and intentional life.  Life is all about practice. Every choice we make, every action we take, is shaping who we are becoming. Be intentional about what you practice....

In a world that constantly demands our attention and energy, finding the delicate balance between work and rest seems like an elusive dream. But what if I told you that one man's journey took an unexpected turn that completely transformed his perspective? Shane Schlesman, a devoted servant of God, thought he had it all figured out. But when a major heart attack struck, everything changed. Now, he'...

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by constantly chasing after quick fixes and short-term wins in your personal and professional pursuits, only to find yourself stuck and lacking true success, then you are not alone! In this episode, you will be able to: Process versus outcome thinking is a paradigm shift that can reframe everything in our lives, from problem-solving to personal growth....

Does this sound familiar? You've been told that in order to grow and find fulfillment, you need to constantly strive, achieve, and mold yourself into what society deems successful. But despite your efforts, you still feel a deep sense of emptiness and dissatisfaction. The pain of chasing after an identity that isn't truly yours is overwhelming. It's time to break free from the ineffective action o...

Episode Description: In this captivating episode of the Space for Life podcast, Cary Umhau shares her inspiring journey of saying yes to new experiences and being open to unexpected opportunities. From founding Breadcoin to her involvement with Spacious, Cary's story will leave you craving more of her incredible adventures. Tune in now to discover the power of saying yes and embrace a joy-filled,...

I thought I had it all figured out until I stumbled upon a life-changing book that challenged everything I thought I knew. The Life God Blesses by Gordon McDonald opened my eyes to the importance of finishing well in all aspects of life. This realization prompted me to create a list of what finishing well meant for me. Now, as I approach a new season of life, I'm reminded of the power of intention...

If you're feeling overwhelmed and stuck in life, trying to make progress but constantly hitting roadblocks, then you are not alone! Remember, feeling stuck is a normal part of the journey. The key is to identify what's holding you back and take action to overcome it. With the right mindset and strategies, you can break through the obstacles and achieve the success you desire. In this episode, you...

Kristin Harris is a truly inspiring individual whose life experiences have molded her into a beacon of hope and encouragement for countless individuals touched by cancer. With a history of breast cancer spanning four generations in her family, Kristin has an intimate and profound understanding of the disease. After losing her mother to cancer, Kristin found herself facing her own battle, being dia...

In this episode of Space for Life, we delve into the vulnerable topic of money and how it impacts our relationships and lives. This is the final episode of the "How To Be Happy" series, and we try our best to talk about the complex topic of our finances today. We explore the imbalances and tensions caused by personal money personalities, and discover the importance of generosity, and trusting in G...

Does everyone have talent? In this episode, Patricia and I share our view that we absolutely believe that every single person has unique talents to offer. We continue our How To Be Happy series by talking about talent, and the act of giving and receiving our talents. Living into who God made us to be, to the gifts he created us to have, is so critical to having a happy, joyous, fulfilled life. - T...

In this episode, we focus on giving and receiving our hearts. Although heart isn't what we typically think of for giving and receiving, opening our hearts up and balance of giving and receiving allows us to experience deeper, more meaningful relationships, and greater joy and happiness. "Opening our heart is the choice to risk and perhaps experience that our hearts are broken. Are we going to open...

As we dive into the 4 key ways we give and receive, time is perhaps the hardest to embrace an abundance mindset with. By almost all accounts, time is the most obviously scarce resource we have. After all, everyone is limited to the same 24 hours in a day, 7 days in a week, 52 weeks in a year. However, in this episode, we challenge the way we tend to think about time. Time can be abundant, and we c...

Discover the hidden world of abundance and joy in all areas of your life by balancing giving and receiving. In this episode we continue the "How To Be Happy" series by diving into the diverse ways we receive and give. This episode outlines 4 key areas that we find happiness through giving and receiving (time, money, talents, and heart) that we will be diving into in the coming weeks. When we parti...

In this episode, Tommy continues the happiness series by sharing a story about how how receiving and giving brought him true happiness. This story tells how God brought unexpected blessing from heart-wrenching loss.  When we learn to give that way with receiving, it brings so much joy. And that's the joy that I so deeply desire for other people to experience. - Tommy Thompson Happiness is fou...

How can we be happy? This is perhaps one of the most common questions people ask themselves. We often think happiness is found in things like work, the experiences we have, or maybe through our relationships. Although these things are good, this episode suggests that true happiness is found in the balance of giving and receiving. This episode serves as part one of a new series all about how to be...

Have you ever thought about how the lens you see the world through might be greatly biased? Do you want to change your perspective and see the world in a new light? In this episode Patricia and I dive into the lenses and perspectives we use to view the world. We talk about: Identifying the lenses we see the world through: The value of having meaningful relationships with people who can speak truth...

In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Ruth McKeaney. Ruth has spent years passionately cultivating a sense of home and family culture in her own life. Through her experiences in flipping homes and raising her five children, Ruth has discovered the importance of creating a space that nurtures life and love. With a background in law and an adventurous spirit, Ruth's journey has been...

This episode is all about the non-obvious patterns and realities of life. These truths exist for good and for bad, whether we like it or not.  (0:00) Intro (1:04) Principles of Life (7:41) Principle of Naming (15:46) Principle of Firsts (22:03) Principle of Environment (30:16) Principle of Finishing Well (34:59) Principle of Space (43:36) Principle of Small Changes (49:20) Principle of Divine...

In this episode, I had the privilege of having a conversation with Os Guinness. Os is an author, social critic, and the great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. Os has spoken at many of the world’s major universities and at many political and business conferences across the world. He lives with his wife Jenny in the Washington DC area. Os shares about his early childhood i...

Distraction is one of the greatest maladies in our world today, but distraction isn’t all bad. This episode dives into the difference between acute and chronic distraction as well as provides practical tips and applications to combat chronic distraction in our lives. Chapters: (0:00) Intro (1:11) Assessing Distraction (4:33) The Foundation of Distraction (10:11) The Law of Proximity  (14:15)...

In this episode of Space for Life, we will be exploring the fundamental principle of why it is important to create space in our lives. We will be discussing the purpose behind this, why it is challenging to achieve, and how to begin to get a taste of experiencing space. Our discussion will cover how space facilitates growth, nurtures relationships, enables us to live our purpose, and allows us to...

We're excited to have David Dwight, Senior Pastor of Hope Church, join us on this episode to talk about Easter. In today's culture, the symbols and traditions associated with Easter can be complex and sometimes neglected, leading us to miss its profound significance. David provides insightful perspectives that will hopefully enable us to appreciate the beauty and meaning of this miraculous event m...