The Mixed Faith Relationship Podcast

This is is short and sweet today. Let's talk about the little things that make a huge difference.

What if everything you've been worrying about actually works out? In this episode, I share a simple but powerful mindset shift inspired by a visit to the dentist that helped me see anxiety in a whole new way. If your brain is constantly imagining worst-case scenarios, this episode will help you find a little more peace, hope, and trust in what might be possible.

Today I'm celebrating 28 years of marriage by sharing some of the biggest lessons I've learned along the way. From letting go of unrealistic expectations to choosing curiosity, laughter, and connection, I'm reflecting on what has helped us navigate the beautiful and brutal seasons of life together. Whether you're newly married, decades in, or simply navigating relationships that do...

In this episode, I explore fascinating neuroscience research that shows how simply naming our emotions can actually reduce emotional pain. I talk about why the words we use matter, how unprocessed feelings stay in the body, and why identifying emotions like fear, shame, grief, or loneliness may be one of the simplest and most powerful tools for healing and nervous system regulation.

n this episode, I share simple, science-backed nervous system tools you can use in everyday life to feel calmer, more grounded, and more connected. From breathing techniques and cold water resets to humming, grounding, and lowering your shoulders, these tiny practices can help regulate your body in powerful ways — no perfect routine required.

In this episode, I talk about the powerful idea that a relaxed body can’t house stress. I share how our nervous systems are constantly scanning for safety, why stress responses happen automatically, and a simple safety sequence I use to help calm my body and mind during overwhelming seasons of life.

In this episode, I talk about those terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days we all experience sometimes. I share a recent day where everything seemed to go wrong and walk through the nervous system tools, self-compassion, and emotional processing strategies that help me move through hard moments with a little more grace and kindness toward myself.

In this episode, I talk about the hidden ways we unknowingly keep our nervous systems stuck in stress mode—from rushing through life to constantly checking our phones and consuming nonstop stimulation. I share practical ways to create more safety in daily life and simple reminders to help you feel more grounded, regulated, and at peace.

In this episode, I share why getting outside is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support your nervous system—especially when life feels “brutiful.” I talk about the connection between nature, regulation, and awe, and offer easy, practical ways to bring more calm, presence, and joy into your day just by stepping outside.

In this episode, I talk about those seasons of life when everything feels like a lot—and how that can overwhelm our nervous system. I share a simple but powerful analogy of life as a puzzle, especially when we’re in the messy middle and don’t have all the pieces yet. Instead of trying to figure everything out, I walk you through how to focus on what you can control, trust the process, and take the...

In this episode, I get real about my own experience with anger and share why it’s not something to fear or avoid. I talk about how anger is actually a protective emotion, what’s really going on underneath it, and the three common ways we tend to handle it—reacting, avoiding, or resisting. Most importantly, I walk you through a healthier approach: learning to allow and safely process anger so you c...

In this episode I get pretty vulnerable and share some of my personal struggles and how I am navigating this bumpy part of being a human.

In this episode, I explore the simple but powerful impact of a smile. I share how smiling isn’t about pretending everything is okay—it’s about creating small moments of connection, lightness, and possibility, even in the middle of real life. We’ll talk about how a smile can shift your mood, influence your relationships (especially in mixed faith dynamics), and become a quiet but meaningful way to...

In this episode I share about 3 of the nervous states and why we show up the way we do. I share tons of practical examples of how we might react in our mixed faith relationships and offer tips on how we can respond instead. You don't want to miss this episode!

In this episode, I share one of my favorite (and slightly unconventional) self-care practices: mirror pep talks. I talk about how the way we speak to ourselves impacts our nervous system and why becoming a safe, supportive voice in your own life matters so much. I’ll walk you through how I use this simple daily practice to build self-compassion, celebrate small wins, and show up for myself—especia...

In this 200th episode, I celebrate this incredible milestone by sharing one of my favorite tools: thinking of your nervous system like a sponge. I walk you through how we take on stress throughout the day—and more importantly, how to “wring it out” so you can feel more calm, grounded, and like yourself. This simple, practical concept can change the way you show up in your life and relationships, e...

Life can be both beautiful and brutal at the exact same time—and that’s what makes it brutiful . In this episode, I share reflections from a recent trip and talk about what it looks like to hold space for the joy and the heartbreak that often show up together in our lives. If you’ve ever felt grateful and grieving, hopeful and overwhelmed, all at once… you’re not alone. Join me as we explore how l...

In this episode, I share what it looks like when I’m dysregulated and not feeling like myself. I talk through how I meet my nervous system with compassion, add small moments of safety, and remind myself that it’s okay to not be okay. If life feels overwhelming right now, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I talk about the nervous system as our personal infrastructure and explain the Zone of Tolerance. I share how stress and trauma impact our capacity to cope—and simple, practical ways to build safety, resilience, and emotional flexibility in everyday life.

In this episode, I share why I’ve stopped saying, “I know exactly how you feel.” I open up about a personal experience with grief and explain how our unique nervous systems make it impossible to truly know someone else’s emotions. I also offer simple, more compassionate ways to show empathy and support.

When life feels overwhelming, I notice how easy it is to spend energy on things I can’t control. In this episode, I share a simple but powerful shift that helps me focus on what is within my control and create more calm and steadiness, even when life feels like too much.

Feeling unmotivated this winter? I get it. In this episode, I talk about motivation through a nervous-system lens and explain what I call the motivational triad—our brain’s drive to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and keep things easy. Using real-life examples (like winter walks, food choices, and hard conversations), I share simple, practical ways to work with your brain instead of fighting it, so mot...

In this episode, we explore the powerful clarity that comes from the phrases “I am willing to” and “I am not willing to.” Learn how naming your willingness—and your limits—can reduce resentment, increase honesty, and create more safety and connection in mixed faith relationships.

In this episode, I talk about why being right feels so good—and why it so often creates disconnection. I share a simple (and funny) real-life example, explain what’s really happening in our nervous system when we feel threatened, and offer practical tools to help you slow down, get curious, and choose connection instead. This episode is especially for anyone navigating disagreement in a mixed-fait...

We are so excited to tell you all about The Mixed Faith Marriage Institute. In this episode we will tell you what it is, why we started it, what you will find there, and our plans for the future. Please go check it out! https://lds-mixed-faith-marriage-institute.thinkific.com/ Feel free to reach out to us and let us know your ideas or resources that have worked for you. Email us at: mixedfaithmarr...