Giving Your Best Life

<p>Does social media bring you discontentment, frustration, debates, arguments? Do you feel like you waste time and energy on social media that could be used to build real life relationships?</p><p>I have a rule I use...

<p>Do you feel stuck by a set back? If you don’t now, you probably will at some point in life. My dad gave me the best advice when we were out trail running and I fell. I was complaining about the fall, even though I...

<p>Do you say “I’m sorry” all the time? Maybe when you don’t even really have anything to be sorry for? I was once told that I say “sorry” too much. In fact, overusing "sorry" can undermine the meaning when you do need...

<p>Do you want to deepen and strengthen your relationship with your parents (or grandparents or mentor or really anyone)? Call them every week. Texting doesn’t count. Connecting on a weekly basis allows you to get...

<p>Want a tip for feeling happier when you are down or sad? There is an easily accessible tool that you can use to feel happier. The research points to it, and it is highly effective. I also give an additional tip on...

<p>What I wish I knew in my 20s - how to be good with money! Out of college, I had some debt, and even though I was working hard, I got into credit card debt by buying things I didn’t need with money I didn’t have. By...

<p>Do the words you speak matter? The Bible tells us that life and death are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). Are you speaking life? Sometimes we use words and phrases that we don’t know what they mean or we...

<p>Who are you trying to impress? How often do you buy name brand or trendy styles not because you like them, but because you want other people to like what you have? Often we can buy into the consumerism mindset of...

<p>Recently, my dog took off running while I was still holding onto the leash and I fell on my face. It was very scary and painful, but I have found things to be grateful for in the midst of recovering. If you are going...

<p>For the first piece of advice I wish I understood in my 20s: Talk to God everyday. He will not let you down! Friends will let you down at some point - and sometimes we need to cut them some slack (they’re figuring...

<p>The pause from Giving Your Best Life Podcast has been intentional. In this time, I started a new podcast called the "only God" Podcast - sharing stories only God could write. On the new podcast, I interview other...

<p>Have you ever experienced one of those moments where something incredible happens and all you can say is "Only God could have done this"? These divine interventions—both dramatic and subtle—reveal a profound truth...

<p>This episode emphasizes the journey of faith amid fear and obedience challenges. The conversation highlights personal anecdotes, biblical insights, and a fresh call to action for listeners seeking renewal and...

<p>Skipping an event might seem trivial, but prioritizing well-being is a powerful act and often a mindset shift. In this episode of "Giving Your Best Life," I share my journey in recognizing when to hit pause for the...

<p>Have you ever considered that sometimes our greatest lessons come from unexpected places? Join me, Stephanie, as I recount a surprising Sunday at church that reshaped my understanding of serving and giving...