Start Scared is the podcast for busy mamas who love their kids but feel like they've lost themselves in the chaos of motherhood. If you're ready to rediscover the woman you are outside of “Mom,” even if you're not sure where to begin, this is the place for you. Together, we'll tackle the lies we tell ourselves, smash through the excuses holding us back, and gain the clarity we need to start showing up for ourselves unapologetically. Because, Mama, you matter —not just as a mom, but as the incredible woman God created you to be. It’s time to take that first step toward finding yourself again. Are you ready to Start Scared ?
287. Perfectionism Has Robbed Me of More Joy Than Failure Ever Has
Aug 19, 202628m
I think perfectionism has robbed me of more joy than failure ever has. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the perfectionism I didn’t always recognize in myself and how easily it can disguise itself as “high
286. Beginning Middle School Through the Eyes of My 11-Year-Old
Aug 12, 202618m
My son starts middle school today, so in this special episode, I ask him what he's excited about, what he's nervous about, what he hopes middle school will be like, and what advice he'd give another kid who's feeling sca
285. The Concert That Gave Me Hope for the Next Generation
Aug 5, 202633m
Last week, I thought I was surprising my son, Bruce, with tickets to see Forrest Frank. What I didn't expect was that God would surprise ME. In this episode, I'm sharing one of the sweetest memories we've ever made toget
284. [INTERVIEW] How Kally McNeil Built Cactus Creek Clothing Company from the Ground Up
Jul 29, 202629m
In this episode, I'm sitting down with one of my sweet friends, Kally McNeil, the founder of Cactus Creek Clothing Company, to talk about what it really looks like to chase a dream before you feel completely ready. We go
283. What This Summer Has Been Teaching Me About Letting Go | Motherhood, Trusting God & Growing Through Change
Jul 22, 202620m
Have you ever looked back over a season of your life and realized God had been teaching you the same lesson over and over again? If you've been finding it hard to release control, embrace change, or trust what's next, I
282. The Things I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Mom Self about Motherhood, Identity & Grace
Jul 15, 202628m
Have you ever looked back at old pictures of your kids and thought, “I wish I could go back and tell myself something?” In this episode of Start Scared, I’m sharing the things I wish I could tell the younger version of m
281. Toy Story 5 (Spoiler Free): Why Growing Up Doesn't Mean Letting Go of Imagination
Jul 8, 202615m
I took my 11 year old son, Bruce, to see Toy Story 5 after we rewatched all four previous movies together! In this spoiler free episode, I'm sharing what surprised me most, the lessons that stuck with me, and why this mo
280. Matthew 7:1-12: The Kind of Humility I'm Learning to Live
Jul 1, 202622m
I'm sharing what God taught me through Matthew 7:1-12 this weekend at church. From judging others to trusting Him through prayer and living out the Golden Rule, this passage challenged my heart in ways I didn't expect. T
279. A Father's Legacy: What My Kids Think of Their Dad and What Fatherhood Means to Him
Jun 24, 202610m
In this special Father's Day episode, I sit down with my husband, Frank, and our three kids, Malcolm, Addison, and Bruce, for a heartfelt family conversation about fatherhood, memories, life lessons, and legacy. 💰GREENL
278. Officiating a Wedding, Friendship, and a Weekend I'll Never Forget
Jun 17, 202618m
This week, I'm sharing the story of a beautiful weekend in Wimberley, Texas, where my husband Frank and I had the honor of officiating our friends' wedding. From a last-minute dress rescue and an adorable black lab puppy
277. A Spontaneous Girls' Sleepover (And It Was Exactly What I Needed)
Jun 10, 20268m0
Last Friday started with happy hour, sushi, and a fun trip to a new hat bar with friends. It ended with me unexpectedly spending the night at my friend's house, staying up until 1:30 a.m. laughing, talking, watching TV,
276. 42 and Still Growing: What I’ve Learned About Identity, Rest, Grief, & Starting Scared
Jun 3, 202621m0
I just turned 42 and in today's episode I am looking back on everything life has taught me so far. From motherhood and grief to rediscovering myself outside of the hats I wear, I’m sharing the biggest lessons I’ve learne
275. When “Let Them” Applies to Your Husband Too: Learning to Step Back as a Mom and Wife
May 27, 202616m0
A hard but beautiful conversation with a friend opened my eyes to how much control I was trying to hold onto in motherhood and marriage. In this episode, I share what it looks like to finally step back, let my husband an
274. The Bittersweet Goodbye to Elementary School and Watching Your Child Grow Up
May 20, 202617m0
Bruce is graduating from 5th grade and I’m feeling alllllll the emotions. In this episode, I’m sharing the bittersweet reality of watching your child grow up, being so proud of who they’re becoming while quietly grieving
273. Wellness & Self Care that is Different but also an Unexpected Game Changer
May 13, 202613m0
Last year, I tried The Tox for the first time and now it’s become one of my favorite forms of self-care. In this episode, I’m sharing my experience with lymphatic massages and facials, why I keep going back every few wee
272. Peacemaker, Not Peacekeeper: What Matthew 5:9 Looks Like in Real Life
May 6, 202611m0
Today’s episode hit me in a way I didn’t expect. I’m sharing what I took from our pastor's sermon this weekend on Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God” and how that actually
271. What Happened to My Nana in Assisted Living (A Wake-Up Call for Families)
Apr 29, 202614m0
I’m sharing a deeply personal story about what happened to my nana in assisted living and the moment we realized something was very wrong. If you have a loved one in assisted living or memory care, this episode is for yo
270. We Never Planned for a Dog, But Now We Can’t Imagine Life Without Him | Max’s Gotcha Story
Apr 22, 20267m0
We were never supposed to be a “dog family”, but now I truly can’t imagine life without Max. In this episode, I’m sharing how our rescue dog completely changed our home, slowed us down and became one of the biggest bless
269. Learning to Slow Down Without Guilt
Apr 15, 20268m0
This weekend in Port O’Connor looked very different for me and it was exactly what I needed. I didn’t make a plan, I didn’t stress and I didn’t try to be productive. I read, took a nap, and just went with the flow. In th
268. Why Your Kid Doesn’t Have to Be the Star to Win
Apr 8, 202612m0
This weekend at the Final Four Women's Basketball Tournament, I witnessed a powerful reminder that our kids don’t have to be the star to make an impact. After meeting the father of Sarah Graves, a Texas walk on player kn
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