The STRIVE Podcast

Let’s be real — some days, getting out of bed feels like climbing a mountain. In this raw and honest episode of The Strive Podcast , we’re talking about those mornings when motivation is nowhere to be found… when you feel tired, overwhelmed, discouraged, or just plain “meh.” If you’ve ever hit snooze on your purpose, this conversation is for you. Grab my book Born to Shine: Ignite Your Heavenly Li...

In a world that often feels complicated and overwhelming, this talk, "Simplicity in Christ", is a powerful reminder that the gospel of Jesus Christ is beautifully simple. If you’ve ever felt like you’re overcomplicating your spiritual journey, this short episode will help you realign your heart with the simple, powerful truths of the Savior. Love you guys and I hope you have an amazing d...

What does being "all in" mean? How can we be 100% devoted to our Savior and becoming the best disciple we can be? I love tackling this topic with you. I truly believe that giving our all to God unlocks the best life we can live. When we are linked with Him, our life can be more divine. 📖 Grab the book that inspires it all: 👉 Born to Shine: Ignite Your Heavenly Light by Abby Harding on...

In this week’s 5 Min Talk , I’m sharing my personal insights from Elder Gerrit W. Gong’s inspiring October 2025 General Conference message titled “No One Sits Alone.” Elder Gong reminds us that as disciples of Jesus Christ, we are better together — that nobody should ever feel isolated, unseen, or alone in the gospel or in life. We’ll briefly explore what it means to truly welcome, include, and lo...

Feeling stuck in the winter blues and craving more JOY? Discover how cultivating righteous hobbies can ignite a genuine zest for life, deepen your spiritual growth, and bring happiness back into your days. After weathering a wild storm and a flu season that left our Harding household reeling, I share a powerful reminder: joy and energy are within reach, especially through the healing power of hobb...

Welcome to the first episode of my new series: 5 MIN TALK! We are taking 5 minutes out of our week to chat about the most recent General Conference talks! This week we are reviewing one of my favorites: "Proved and Strengthened in Christ" by President Henry B. Eyring. I absolutely love the focus on how God uses trials to help us become more like Him. P.S; Please ignore Britton sleeping g...

Welcome to Season 2!! In this special episode, I am giving you a taste of my book: Born to Shine: Ignite Your Heavenly Light . Sit back, relax, and let these words inspire you to shine brightly and step more fully into the unique light God has placed within you. This introduction and chapter sets the tone for what it truly means to embrace your heavenly calling, let go of fear, and walk confidentl...

It is officially the series finale!! It has been 6 incredible weeks of growth and striving together to create our dream lives and reach higher for our eternal potential. In this last episode, we are talking about keeping the change, meaning keeping these good habits going for the long haul. If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps us grow and...

Today we are exploring a refreshing perspective on goal setting. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do lists or discouraged by how far you still have to go, this conversation is for you. We dive into how to reconnect with joy during the process of pursuing your goals. It is easy to lose momentum and get stuck in the motions. Abby shares 3 tips to help you uncover your joy as you accomp...

We all stumble. We all fall short. But the beauty of walking with Jesus is knowing that failure is never the end of the story. We are three weeks into the "Summer Of Strive" series which means three weeks working on a goal. Chances are, you might have messed up. I have messed up. It is hard to admit, but I know that we can 100% dust ourselves and try again. I share 3 tips on how to do that this we...

Welcome to another episode of The Summer of Strive ! In today’s conversation, we’re diving into the power of Scripture in shaping our goals and fueling our daily progress. Whether you're setting spiritual, personal, or professional goals this summer, God's Word offers timeless wisdom, clarity, and direction. We’ll explore how immersing ourselves in Scripture doesn’t just inspire us—it anch...

Welcome to the second episode of the Summer of Strive series! This summer-themed goal-setting podcast series helps you strive to turn your dreams into a reality. It will guide you to make the most of your summer by making spiritual and meaningful progress before the season ends. Whether you're looking to finally launch that side project, prioritize your wellness, increase your testimony, or si...

Welcome to the Summer of Strive — a brand-new podcast series designed to help you reset, refocus, and reignite your motivation during the sunny season! This summer-themed goal-setting podcast series helps you strive to turn your dreams into a reality. It will guide you to make the most of your summer by making spiritual and meaningful progress before the season ends. Whether you're looking to...

Wow! Welcome to the Season 1 Finale of the STRIVE Podcast! It is a little surreal to see that in writing. I am so grateful for the wonderful memories and episodes and support I have gotten since creating this. Thank you for being a part of the STRIVE Community. I can’t wait for Season 2! STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?igsh=OHZ5ZDV0czFwd21m&utm_source=qr

I feel like Satan said, “let’s open the floodgates on Abby”. I have felt so down in the dumps and overwhelmed. This conversation I had with Jacquel has completely flipped my mood. She has brought me so much light and goodness. I hope it uplifts you as much as it uplifted me. Thanks for listening :) STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?igsh=OHZ5ZDV0czFwd21m&utm_source=qr MISSI...

You know that phrase, “cool as a cucumber”? That is how I would describe Gabriela. She is so insanely cool, both in like awesome sense and in a calm/collected sense. She has such a good head on her shoulders. I am so grateful that she came on the STRIVE Podcast to give us some advice on striving in uncertainty. Make sure to follow her on Instagram so you can preorder her book, “The Dead Letter Off...

Samantha Hougaard is joining me on the STRIVE Podcast this week! She gives us listeners some very wonderful advice on how we can better take care of this beautiful planet we call home. I am so grateful for her knowledge and taking time to help us be better stewards. Thanks for listening! STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?igsh=OHZ5ZDV0czFwd21m&utm_source=qr FABLED FLORAL IN...

Hello everyone and welcome back to the STRIVE Podcast! I hope you had a wonderful Easter and General Conference weekend. It was so nice to focus on the Savior fully 2 weekends in a row. I am so excited to introduce you to Isabelle Weaver. We had a wonderful conversation about how we are striving to find the good and focus on it right now, rather than focusing on the past. Thanks for listening and...

Happy Palm Sunday, ladies! I am so grateful you are here joining me and Sister Costa today. She is sharing her journey as a service missionary in Brazil. This conversation is beautiful and literally made me CRY at the end haha! I hope you all have a great start to Holy Week and finding joy. Love you all! STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?igsh=OHZ5ZDV0czFwd21m&utm_source=qr...

COUPON CODE: STRIVE10 !!! Hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of STRIVE. Today I am chatting with Mariah, the owner and founder of the cute online boutique, Salt & Saint Co. Mariah shares her journey of what creating this business has looked like and how God has helped her. Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy the show. STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?...

You asked, I answered! Thank you to everyone who sent in questions to my instagram @strivewithabby! I love being in communication with all of you. I talk about everything from my love story to why STRIVE to mission advice. And everything in between! I am so grateful for the STRIVE Community. YA WEEKLY ARTICLE: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2024/03/digital-only-young-adults/the-...

In this episode, Brynn Hull shares her personal experience learning how the spirit speaks to her personally. She is candid about her gospel journey in high school, college, and as an FSY counselor over the summer. We are so grateful that she was willing to share her story with us here at STRIVE. Thanks for listening! We hope you enjoyed the show. STRIVE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/strivew...

With it being International Women’s Day next week, I wanted to recognize some of the amazing women in the scriptures. These 7 women have inspired me in more ways than one. They have faith, courage, bravery, resilience, love, and gentleness. Make sure to tune into @strivewithabby on Instagram to talk more about these women. INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/strivewithabby?igsh=MXBwdWZibWQ3dXo5bg==

Happy Sunday Sabbath, friends!! Thank you so much for tuning in today. I have a very special person joining us here on STRIVE! Her name is Aubrey Young-Escobedo and she is such a light. I am so grateful for our forever friendship. She truly is incredible. She is studying social work in college and so really wanted to pick her brain and hear what she is studying. Thanks for tuning in today! Aubrey...

This is my first solo episode of 2024! *Cue the applause* I am so excited to sit down with you and talk about ministering, using Mark 2 in the New Testament as an anchor. The Man Sick of the Palsy is a story very close to my heart and I love the correlation between it and ministering. I learned a lot of awesome principles from it. Thanks for listening! STRIVE INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/striv...