Strong Like a Mother

Have you ever wanted to do something big, brave, and bold but didn’t feel you had the resources or strength to see it through? We had been plagued with the decision to stay or move for years before we finally just said, “We’re going!“. We didn’t immediately have the resources and certainly didn’t have all the answers – we still don’t, but we know that if we never left, we would always look back an...

SEO and blogging. If you're a business owner, you probably have heard that these things are important for your marketing efforts but maybe you aren't sure where to start.  This week I sit down with my long-time assistant turned web designer and SEO expert Maggie Schneider of Hilltop Help, to talk through:  Why SEO is important for business owners At what point business owners need to con...

Call me neurotic but I find it incredibly disrespectful to be late. In this week's episode, I talk through what being late actually signifies to the person who may be waiting for you and how I avoid being late myself. I'm also sharing the latest updates on our move to Utah- all while recording from a campsite in the middle of nowhere Georgia. If you're ready for some accountability...

I recently had the opportunity to be a guest on the Extraordinary Podcast hosted by Connie Durham. In this interview, I share a bit about my past and upbringing and how it shaped who I am today. You will hear how I overcame some pretty traumatic situations and how I chose a different path that has given me a joy-filled life and thriving marriage. My relationship is not "perfect." In fact...

I am the healthiest I have ever been in my life at 41 years old and I have the FASTerWay to Fat Loss program to thank for that. Back in my 20s and 30s, I was undereating and over exercising. If you have small kids, I'm sure you can relate.  When you're so busy managing the house, running errands, and child-rearing, it's easy to put yourself last- especially if you don't have a...

I often hear from moms who chose to stay home with or homeschool their kids while they were younger say they feel insecure and “behind” when they decide to start their own business. The truth is, there is no “right” time to start and you have to do what feels right for you and your family. Being a caretaker is not something to regret, because your kids will never need you the way they need you whe...

Stress. We all have it. I’ve been in a ragey funk since deciding to list our house on the market and move across the country. Even though it’s what I wanted to do and what I believe is best for my family, it has still brought on a lot of stress. But the thing about stress that most people don’t realize is that your body can’t tell the difference between the kind of stress that comes from a lion ch...

We have a lot on our plates as we prepare for our move out west. We're preparing our home to list on the market and it got me thinking about integrity. It seems not many people have it these days. There are a few minor issues with our house that I feel determined to fix before listing it for sale as a matter of integrity. I wouldn't be able to sleep at night knowing I sold a home with a...

Did you know I am a certified health and fitness coach through the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Program. I've been using this program myself for over 2 years and have seen tremendous results in my own health and now want to offer my services to you! I'm a crossfit burnout and didn't ever have a good nutrition strategy until I joined the FASTer Way. Eating intuitively wasn’t working for me...

This week we are talking about all things relationships, and not just with your spouse, but also the relationship we have with food, our business, and ourself. Because our personality and natural tendencies in relationships can impact nearly every aspect of our life! Connie Durham, a relationship transformer and host of the podcast, " The Extraordinary Marriage Podcast " brings years of...

Since returning home from our trip to Utah and starting to plan our move out west, the kids have had mixed feelings about our impending transition. This could lead me to feelings of mom guilt as I wonder things like, "am I doing the right thing?" "is this the best decision for our family?" and so on. But the truth is, as moms, we're all just doing the best we can. It'...

Since getting back from our snowboarding trip to Utah, Adam and I have had a strong feeling of wanting to move from our home in Georgia.  Do you ever get that feeling of "unsettledness"? It leads many people to battles with anxiety but I am under the belief that when people feel unsettled for an extended period of time, that feeling comes from living a life that is no longer aligned with...

We're talking a bit differently about health and fitness today with our special guest Dr. Amanda Thompson of Rooted Physical Therapy. Dr. Amanda is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to pelvic floor health and she shares the importance of prioritizing your pelvic floor health for both men and women. If you've been suffering from back pain, constipation, urinary leakage, or a variety of...

Commitment is one of the 3 C’s I share on this week’ podcast where I break down the 3 C’s of Success as described by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy in my latest read: 10x is Easier than 2X: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less You can suck at doing something but as long as you are committed to sticking it out, you will eventually achieve success. If you believe you are capable...

Afraid to start a new business even though you feel so discontent in your current job? My guess is, you're facing the 5 Ds of Doom.  As a mom of 7 kids, I have a million excuses to not focus on my business. The laundry, homeschooling, housework, my health- these could all distract me from my financial goals.  Finding success in life is all about who you surround yourself with and taking contr...

The New Year is always a time for people to set big goals and resolutions for the year ahead. While most people end up giving in on their goals, I wanted to share a few time-based challenges you can implement to change your life. As a fitness coach, I am not following the 75 Hard challenge created by Andy Frisella but I love the idea of incorporating more movement, water, and outside time into our...

Happy New Year! This week I chat with @brittneyceo   about all things manifestation in entrepreneurship. I am not typically one to believe in all of the "woo woo" when it comes to opening a business because I have always felt it goes against some of my religious beliefs in trusting in God but Brittney opened my mind to a whole new process around mindset. I open up about some of my bigges...

Imagine a life without the burden of debt hanging over your head. A life where you can finally breathe freely, knowing that you are in control of your financial future. This is not just a dream; it can become your reality. But first, we need to address the problem at its core. This week, I am sharing the replay of The First Steps to Becoming Debt-Free Webinar that I hosted in early July . This is...

If you've been wanting to leave your corporate 9-5 job but just don't know where to start when it comes to starting your own business, network marketing could be the best option for you. In this episode, I dive into how I got started in network marketing and all of the ways this industry has served me over the last 5+ years. The best part about the network marketing industry? You can wor...

My first millionaire to be a guest on the podcast is with me today, Steven Ankerstar. Steve is the CEO & Founder of Ankerstar Wealth, LLC.—a fee-only financial services firm based in Round Rock, Texas. Steve has been investing for 30 years and is passionate about helping individuals create wealth over their lifetime. Prior to starting his wealth management firm, he served his country for over...

Medical mama Chelsie Nichole's life flipped upside down with the diagnosis of her daughter in utero.  She decided to trust in God's plan for her and her family, and is now a patient advocate and speaker across the country, sharing her knowledge and experience in an attempt to get more funding and resources for chronically ill children. Though Chelsie is not super active on social media,...

I am traveling this week for Thanksgiving, visiting a dear friend of mine so I thought I would give you another opportunity to listen to one of To The Nines Podcast's greatest hits and most downloaded episodes.  In this episode, I talk with my good friend, author, and U.S. Navy Veteran, Todd Matson. He wrote two books, Treason Flight and Vengeance Flight, under the name T.R. Matson loosely ba...

We're approaching the holiday season which means people are starting to think about their health goals for the new year. I was recently accepted into a program to become a certified health coach so I can help others meet their nutrition and fitness goals while ultimately feeling their best! I'll be accepting clients in January so stay tuned for more info! As a mom of 7, I have had many e...

Whether you're conforming to the needs and wishes of everyone else or you're simply settling for mediocrity, these are the 7 reasons why you may be failing at life. Failing in your business, your relationships, or your role as a mom is up to you to define AND it's up to you to decide to make a change. This quick episode may be the kick in the butt you need to start looking at the wo...

Raised by a single mom who was struggling to make ends meet on a teacher's salary, this week's guest, Ashlee Ilg had no intention of becoming an entrepreneur, until it became a NEED. She met her husband at the male-dominated, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and despite both working full-time jobs out of college they were struggling with paying off their debt. That's when Ashle...