Start Scared

Today’s episode is a real-time reflection, straight from the yoga mat to the mic. After taking a heated barre and yoga class, I found myself in an emotional moment connecting with younger Chrysty, the version of me who never felt like she had permission to try unless she could be perfect.

I share what it looked like to give her (and myself) permission to be a beginner, to fall, to laugh, to try new things without needing t...

If you're a routine loving, checklist-making, control craving mama then this one's for you. 🙋‍♀️

In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I’ve been learning to loosen my grip on perfection, let go of the pressure to have it all figured out, and find more freedom in the messy middle. I talk about how I used to be ultra-rigid with structure (hi, Enneagram 6 👋), how burnout forced me to re-evaluate, and how saying yes ...

In this short episode, I am sharing a bit about a recent girls’ weekend getaway! It was only 30ish hours, but it reminded me how important it is to reconnect with myself, my friends, and the woman I am outside of motherhood.

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to plan that getaway or dinner, consider this your nudge: Put it on the calendar, even if it’s just for a day, because you matter too, mama. 💛

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Today on Start Scared, I’m joined by Kadi Dutton—SAHM of two littles and co-owner of EveryLove, a company helping couples take their sex life from surviving to thriving.

We’re diving deep into what it’s like to feel more “mom” than “woman,” how postpartum changed the way Kadi and her husband approached marriage, and why prioritizing intimacy is a game-changer even when life feels overwhelming.

This episode is raw,...

In this short episode, I share how you can help make a difference for families affected by recent flooding in my community.

100% of the proceeds from my guided journal, Rediscover You: 30 Days of Scripture & Affirmations for Mamas, will be donated to Hill Country Community Ministries, a local nonprofit providing vital flood relief and clean-up support in Western Williamson and Northwest Travis counties.

To mak...

Today, I am sharing my heart after a week heavy with loss, tragedy, and tough family decisions. From honoring a dear friend gone too soon, to grieving with fellow Texans after devastating floods, to facing the fragile season of caring for an aging loved one... Life is so precious.

If your heart feels heavy too, you’re not alone. Text me anytime at 855-849-0997 — I would love to pray for you or just hold space for whatever ...

In today’s episode of Start Scared, we’re chatting with Kelsey Cook—certified teacher, mama of four, and the powerhouse behind Learning with Kelsey, a subscription box service that helps parents engage their young children in hands-on, meaningful learning at home.

Kelsey shares the story of how she transitioned from the classroom to entrepreneurship, juggling the challenges of motherhood and growing a business that now ser...

This episode is such a special treat — I handed over the mic to my favorite guest ever: Bruce!

You all showed up with some fun and hilarious questions when I asked you to ask us anything on Instagram and Facebook. Bruce and I dove in and talked about:

✨ Bruce’s favorite thing about me — cue the tears 🥹
✨ What I’m most proud of and what Bruce’s proudest moment is too
✨ And what we both absolutely LOVE abou...

Father’s Day is a mix of emotions for me — deep grief for the dad I miss so much, and endless gratitude for the incredible dad my kids have in Frank.

In this short episode, I’m sharing my heart about holding space for both loss and love on Father’s Day — and a gentle reminder that whatever you feel today, you’re not alone.

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In this powerful episode, I’m joined by lifestyle writer, editor, and 3-time published author Rachelle Bergstein. Rachelle is a 43-year-old mom to a 9-year-old son, a Brooklyn-based creative, and a breast cancer survivor.

She gets real about what it was like to raise a young child while navigating a life-threatening diagnosis, and how her perspective on motherhood, identity, and ambition has shifted through it all.

In August, my mom welcomed a foreign exchange student from Germany into her home—and from day one, he became part of ours, too.

We’ve shared beach days in Port O’Connor, a family vacation to Mexico, and even taught him how to drive (shoutout to Frank for being the brave teacher!). My 10-year-old son absolutely adores him, and saying goodbye is going to be so hard.

Today, he joins me on the podcast before flying b...

It’s my 41st birthday, and I’m celebrating by sharing 5 powerful life lessons I’ve learned the hard way. From self-love to boundaries to timelines—this is the kind of heart chat you and I would have on a walk or on the back porch! 💛

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Hey friend — today’s episode is straight from the heart. 💛

In my recent Bible study, we were reading about the Proverbs 31 woman and Ruth 3:1–13 (NLT), and something clicked for me in a new way. I always used to see the Proverbs 31 woman as this superwoman I could never live up to. But then we looked at Ruth — a single, poor woman working in the fields — and I realized... she was also called “virtuous.” She didn’t have it...

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I’m joined by Alicia Long—Registered Nurse, Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, national trainer for Allergan, and the powerhouse CEO of C2 Aesthetics.

With over 16 years in the aesthetics industry, Alicia is now expanding her expertise into functional medicine and wellness, helping women look and feel their best from the inside out.

We chat all about hormones, weight loss, c...

If you really know me, you know I’ve always been more of a cat person… so imagine my surprise when we adopted a senior dog! 😳 In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how we unexpectedly became a dog family—and why it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. 🐶

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Mother’s Day is almost here, and if you’re searching for the perfect gift for your mom, a mom friend, a new mama — or even yourself — you’re going to love today’s episode.

I'm sharing all about Rediscover You — the 30-day Scripture and affirmation journal I created specifically for busy mamas who feel like they’ve lost themselves in the chaos of everyday life.

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In today’s episode, I’m turning the mic on myself and serving up a self-roast that’s smoother than my Botoxed forehead. 😂

From being a smut-obsessed Enneagram 6 to a Jesus-loving, slightly crunchy cat mom turned dog servant, I’m spilling the hilarious contradictions that make me, me. Think: college football rage, candy addictions, mom chaos, and morally gray book boyfriends that live rent-free on my nightstand.

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What if the path that looks like a setback is actually God's setup for something better?

In this episode, we dig into Proverbs 14:4 and 15:17 to unpack what it means when wisdom’s way isn’t flashy, comfortable, or Instagram-worthy—but it's right. From empty barns to humble meals, we’ll explore real-life examples where choosing God’s way looked worse on the surface but led to deeper peace, purpose, and provision.<...

Are you feeling stuck in the same routines, craving something more but unsure what that “more” even looks like? In this episode of Start Scared, we're unpacking this week’s powerful affirmation:

"I am keeping the door open to new experiences."

Friend, you don’t have to leap into change—you just have to be willing to stay open. In today’s chat, I’m encouraging you to explore what might happen if you ...