Start Scared

Friendship felt easy when we were kids. But somewhere along the way, it got complicated. In this episode, I’m sharing some of my biggest takeaways from a women’s conference session with Christine Hoover about what the Bible actually says about friendship. If you’ve ever wondered why friendships feel harder in this season of life, you are not alone.

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Sleepovers were a huge part of my childhood but as a parent, I see them differently.

In this episode, I share why our family doesn’t usually allow sleepovers, what changed my perspective over the years, and the time we recently hosted a big birthday sleepover at our house.

From parenting boundaries to creating a safe space where kids feel welcome, this episode is an honest conversation about safety, trust, and rai...

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I’m sitting down with Nichole Kirk, the founder of Dear Heart, a faith-driven lifestyle brand that began as a small fundraiser and grew into a global movement.

We talk about listening to God’s nudges, taking action before you feel ready, and navigating the fear that comes with pursuing your calling. Nichole also shares how she protects family time while running a growing business and why...

🎉Start Scared is FIVE!🎉

In this episode, I reflect on who I was when this podcast began, who I’ve become over 262 episodes, and the incredible community that’s grown alongside it.

From listeners in every state and six continents to conversations that evolved right along with me. This episode is a celebration of growth, courage, and starting before you feel ready!

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Instagram says 2026 is the new 2016... So, that trend sent me straight into my camera roll. In this episode, I’m walking through my real, and honestly, a lot of forgotten 2016 memories. From postpartum exhaustion, career shifts, family trips, to toddler milestones, mom guilt, and more. These are the memories I didn’t realize were shaping me at the time and maybe, this will encourage you to take your own walk down memory lane.
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In today’s episode, I’m sharing a quick weekend trip to DC to visit my college roommate, who I hadn’t seen in 16 years. From a stressful airport start to a beautifully simple weekend of conversation, reconnection, and rest, this episode is a reminder that meaningful moments don’t have to be big or busy.

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For years, every February up until Valentine's Day, I’ve put heart shaped notes on my family’s bedroom doors. They are filled with affirmations, prayers, and reminders of my love for each of them.

In this episode, I share how this simple tradition started, how it’s evolved through shared custody seasons, college years, and adulthood, and why it’s become one of the most meaningful traditions for me.

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In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Chelsey Hallblade, a former ER nurse turned nutritionist, entrepreneur, and mom of two. Chelsey shares her journey from hospital burnout to building a thriving online fitness and nutrition business that now serves hundreds of clients.

We talk about why prioritizing your health is foundational, how busy moms can realistically lose weight without extremes, and what it really looks li...

Parenting through hard moments isn’t about choosing between accountability and compassion, it’s about learning how to hold both at the same time. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I being too soft… or too hard?” Then, this episode is for you.

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In today’s episode of Start Scared, I reflect on a sermon from church over Philippians 1:1-11 and what it means to cultivate joyful fellowship with God and each other in 2026.

From grace and peace to prayer and community, this episode invites you to reflect on how connected your faith is and how we are never meant to shine alone.

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In 2026, instead of picking a word for the year, I am choosing how I want to be, feel, and act. In this episode, I share my personal declaration and mantra for the year, along with the scriptures that are helping me release urgency, pressure, and control.

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Create your own declaration, Scripture of the year, or mantra and share it with me. I’d love to hear what God is stirring in you as you step into 20...

Today’s episode is a replay of our most listened to episode of the year and I just want to say thank you. Thank you for listening to Start Scared, for sharing the show, and for being such an incredible part of this community.

Even if you’ve already listened to this episode, I encourage you to tune in again. You might hear it differently this time or walk away with a new takeaway. I’m so grateful for you, and I’ll see you i...

This weekend reminded me why parenting, boundaries, and friendship all matter. From a near missed fishing trip lesson to a husband and kid free girls’ weekend, this episode is about responsibility, consequences, happiness, and giving yourself permission to live, too. You can be a present mom and a present friend. Both matter. Merry Christmas, Mama! 🤍

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In this short Christmas season episode, I share the legend behind the candy cane and how it points us back to Jesus. We talk about the difference between temporary holiday happiness and the true joy found only in Christ. With Paul’s letter to the Philippians as our guide, we’re reminded to stay rooted in joy, contentment, and the real gift of Christmas.

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This weekend at Frank’s family ranch in San Saba was everything my soul needed—no makeup, no expectations, just real friendship, belly laughs, and slow moments that filled my cup.

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In today’s episode, I’m walking you through our full five-day Scottsdale and Grand Canyon trip... what we did, what we loved, the things that surprised us, and why this trip ended up being exactly what our family needed.

We are typically beach vacation people, but this one slowed us down and reminded me that sometimes the best memories are made when you choose the unfamiliar.

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This weekend in Stephenville turned into a whole word straight from Acts 20:24. Addison’s church shared a powerful message on being “the other” in a world of sameness, especially with Thanksgiving and tricky family dynamics coming up. We’re talking hope, joy, forgiveness, running your race, staying in your lane, and showing up with grace in places that feel hard.

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A sweet recap of my annual girls trip! One of my favorite traditions in all its the simplicity, and the blessing of a friendship where silence feels like home. Spa day, delicious shared meals, football, books, chats by the pool and the reminder that taking time for yourself matters more than you think.

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What started as a wall full of hats turned into a reminder that growth doesn’t have to be perfect.

In this short episode, I share how my impatient self decided to hang my cowboy hats around our mirror (even though I’ve been banned from hanging things 😂). There are a few holes in the wall, but you know what? Progress is progress — and I’m proud of it.

If you need a little reminder that messy growth still counts, t...