THRIVE PODCAST

Dr. Lynda is a lot of things. She's a dentist, a bestselling author, the founder of a media agency, and a believer in possibility. After creating her platform, Ever Widening Circles, with a mission of changing the negative dialogue around the "normal" news cycle, she was inspired to write her new book to help readers take newfound control over their newsfeeds, internets, and lives. Listen in as Dr...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my baby girl, Olivia Grace! I cannot BELIEVE that she's already TWO. Man, time flies. While they say the two's are "terrible," I disagree - I think they're pretty darn great. And maybe you will, too, after getting some ~advice~ from my two-year-old. On everything from falling to food, to thoughts on persistence and healing wounds, I think you'll get a good healthy reminder of som...

Michelle Hammons is one of the most energetic, hopeful souls you'll meet - but it wasn't always that way. After living much of her life feeling like she wasn't enough, plagued by depression and even suicidal thoughts, she turned down a different path and is so passionate about helping you do the same. Michelle's story is one of hope and encouragement, as she helps you discover your worth, identify...

Rachel is back on THRIVE with some exciting news - she's pregnant! After last sharing about her two-year struggle with infertility, she's got a miracle baby growing inside of her - and she's back to talk about it. But, she's not here to "share hope" just because it happened to her. In this episode, Rachel sheds light on important Truth, and is refining our expectations on how - and when - God's go...

Fact: 2020 has sucked. Fact: You're still here. Faust Ruggiero has been a therapist for 40+ years helping over 2,000 people reframe their mindset, realize their potential, and unleash the power that's already inside them. And guess what? You have it, too! Join us in what is basically a free therapy session, as Faust shares insights from his book, The Fix Yourself Handbook, and his Process Way of L...

Christian life coach Alexandra Kaval is back on the Thrive Podcast to talk all about living a bolder, better life in Christ. She's walking us through a few steps to narrow down your intention, as well as tactical ways to become more confident and bold in your own identity. Then, learn her personal process that she uses in coaching to help figure out what to prioritize when, and how.   GET YOUR COP...

Suzanne Redmond had it rough. Growing up with two drug-addict parents and dropping out of high school at 17, she found herself in her own toxic relationship with a questionable future, constantly facing adversity. Now, she's speaking out about how she turned her life around and healed after her mom's death, how she chooses data over drama to avoid emotional snowballing, and how to actively build h...

Balance is a unicorn - it's not real. Really! I know so many "successful" folks swear that "finding balance" is the key to happiness, but you'll only find balance at the end of a rainbow. Today on THRIVE, we're talking about why it doesn't exist, what it really means, and what to do instead TODAY to feel better and do better in your everyday life. Get ready to breathe easier, instead of feeling li...

Maggie Malek is a power lifting, Pokemon catching Texas girl with a big heart - who also happens to be the CEO of a powerhouse ad agency. Today on THRIVE, she's taking listeners behind-the-scenes of being top dog and how she rose the ranks of leadership, with advice on everything from beating imposter syndrome to giving (+ receiving) feedback.   GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MAN...

Are you sick of being in debt, lacking confidence with cash, feeling scared of the b-word (that's "budget"), and/or just not thriving because you don't know how to break past barely surviving in your bank account? Founder of ChangeYourFinances.com, Charissa Quade, became debt-free in two years and accrued $80,000 in cash to pay for her husband's degree - and she's here to help YOU do it, too. Snat...

Jackie Coban is one of the coolest people you'll ever meet. She's a triple-certified coach (life coach, NLP coach, AND Enneagram coach!) who helps folks reach goals through increased self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Today on THRIVE, Jackie is deep-diving into all 9 Ennegram types, from what they are and why they matter, to how yours makes you self-sabotage. Fair warning: prepare to feel...

Want to go from overwhelmed to overjoyed? If you're a purpose-driven, motivated woman of faith, maybe you've struggled with a.) taking big risks, b.) overcoming fears or doubts in doing so, and/or c.) decision-making with God at the center of it all. Christian life coach Alexandra Kaval is on THRIVE today to help us break through all of the above, so that you can create space for grace in your lif...

Feeling stressed?. Leadership coach, consultant, and Amazon best-selling author, Stephanie Berryman, knows a thing or two about stress management. She's taking THRIVE listeners through some of her favorite secrets, tricks, and techniques from her latest book, Working Well: 12 Simple Strategies to Manage Stress & Increase Productivity. Listen in as Stephanie shares actionable strategies + surprisin...

Pai and Christina Mushayamunda have felt the sideways stares and double looks of racism, being an intercultural and interracial couple in Tennessee. But they're fighting the good fight and using righteous anger to help make right and make change to systemic racism in America. The married hosts of The Culture Talk Collective are here to talk about what racial reconciliation REALLY looks like, what...

After years of being in an abusive relationship and gaining 150+ pounds, Courtney Davis changed her mind about herself and went on a massive weight loss journey to join a bikini body-building competition. After being in a horrific car crash, she manifested a new dream car. And after having NO external symptoms, she just received a life-changing medical diagnosis - but she's not simply surviving, s...

From an infertility diagnosis to a miracle baby, and from barely surviving to thriving as a business owner to boot, Taylor Mobley knows how to hustle like a mother. Tune into Erica's candid conversation with her best friend on what navigating work-at-home mom life really looks like (because hint: it's not what Instagram shows), and what tools and tricks helped Taylor learn to give herself grace th...

It's long past time for our Black sisters and brothers to have the ability to go from simply surviving to thriving - and if you've seen the news lately, you hopefully agree. In today's episode, Erica and her friend Davida have a candid conversation about race, to ask and answer the questions that many might tip toe around. As a Black woman in America, has Davida experienced racism firsthand? What...

Alabama-based social media influencer and podcaster, Rachel Awtrey, is a total ray of genuine sunshine - at first glance, you might not guess that she’s a military wife, that she’s battling infertility, or that her dad passed away a few years back. Grab a coffee and listen in to Rachel’s “big sis-like” advice, as she takes you behind the bliss to help you KNOW that you are not alone.   GET YOUR CO...

We like our comfort zones like we like our beds — far too much sometimes. But really, nothing good grows in them, and if you’re waiting until you’re “ready” you might never start. In today’s episode of THRIVE, we’re kicking comfort zones to the curb - even if they’re confined to the couch right about now.   GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Noble   SH...

This Quarantined episode of THRIVE features a special guest: Erica’s husband, Jamie! Listen in to a raw, real conversation at their kitchen table about the reality of working from home together now, and how they went from barely surviving, to kinda sorta totally thriving.   GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Noble   SHOP THE THRIVING COLLECTION   FOLLO...

Lara Casey is no stranger to making things happen. As a mama, CEO, author, speaker, creator of PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner and founder of the Make it Happen Conference, her life is a balancing act grounded in faith. Tune into Lara’s inspiring, rejuvenating words of encouragement for cultivating what matters most in your own life, staying motivated in your goals without losing heart, and t...

Have you heard? I WROTE A BOOK! Caffeinate Your Soul: 52 Monday Mantras is now available for pre-order on Amazon and Barnes & Noble online, and officially releases on May 5th. Come behind-the-scenes with me as I peel back the curtain on my actual process of writing a book, working with a publishing house, shooting my own cover, and more. If you’re an aspiring author, too, (or just nosy AF - I feel...

Improv comedian, dad blogger extraordinaire, and new book author Andy Shaw is all about evening the playing field for parents - because dad isn't a babysitter. Here's how to have a productive conversation with your partner parent and gain confidence in your new role, so that you can truly thrive as mom and dad.   GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 MONDAY MANTRAS HERE: Amazon Barnes and Nobl...

The world is in uncharted territory since the spread of COVID-19, and with it has come the spread of fear, misinformation, and straight up panic. What can we do? What should we trust? In the midst of the madness, here are a few things you can take control of NOW to get out of sheer survival mode (literally) to get back to thriving - even in quarantine.   GET YOUR COPY OF CAFFEINATE YOUR SOUL: 52 M...

Amy moved from San Diego to NYC with nothing but 7 boxes and a dream. Could you do it? A senior VP at a luxury PR firm with a TEDx Talk under her belt, Amy has figured out a key life lesson: the finish line is a fraud. Today on THRIVE, we’re having a conversation about how to get off of the treadmill of life and focus on what really matters sooner rather than later.   CONNECT WITH AMY: Sips of Sun...