House of Joy- Christian Life Coaching

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Welcome to House of JOY, the Go-to podcast for personal growth tips for christian women over 40 (& their daughters), who want to live with a positive mindset, thriving relationships, & healthier habits. Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same old cycles & routines with your relationships, your habits, & your negative thought patterns? Do you just want to feel better? Do you desperately desire to finish each day with that deep sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you find yourself disappointed in how you spent your time? I’m so excited you’re here! Learn how to let go of what’s keeping you stuck and create a life you’re obsessed with. It’s way easier than you think to create a resilience mindset, nourishing habits, & thriving relationships, so that you can unleash your amazing gifts on the world. Let us help you live as your true self & create your best days, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Hello, dear one! I am Dr. Edie Wadsworth, your favorite Christian life coach! I help women who want to build mental and emotional resilience and rewrite their stories so they can live with more joy, freedom, and purpose! I am a speaker, physician, life coach, best-selling author, and creator of LIFE MENTORING SCHOOL where I help thousands of women rewrite their stories and live with more passion and intention. This show features solo episodes with myself (Dr. Edie) on how to make true change in your life and heart to heart conversations with my daughter Emme as we dare to make JOY and connection our goal.. We chat about all the ways we’re growing (and sometimes struggling) in life, health, home, relationships, habits, style, and so much more. You'll also find inspiring interviews with some of our favorite people who are doing the same.

  1. 5d ago

    401. The Invisible Architecture of a Beautiful Life

    There's an old story about three bricklayers. A traveler stops and asks the first one what he's doing. Without looking up, he says, "I'm laying bricks." He asks the second, and gets, "I'm building a wall." But the third one — same bricks, same mortar, same hot sun — says, "I'm building a cathedral." Eyes sparkling. We're all laying bricks every single day. Laundry, meals, conversations, rhythms. The question is whether we know what we're actually building. In this episode, I'm walking through seven invisible, unseen pieces of architecture that build a genuinely beautiful life — and it's probably not what you think. Here they are: Why your daily rhythms are quietly building your identity, one small decision at a time Why beauty isn't superficial — it's how God designed the world, and how your nervous system knows it's safe Why creating more than you consume matters, even in the smallest ways Why the words you speak build the emotional atmosphere of your whole life Why hospitality starts with your own nervous system, not your centerpieces Why play might be one of the most spiritual things you do Why faith means remembering it was never all up to you in the first place You're not just laying bricks today. You're building something — whether you mean to or not. So what are you building? Links Mentioned:  The book referenced on habits and identity, Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73056364  Subscribe to the House of Joy Substack: https://ediewadsworth.substack.com/  Last week's episode, 400: 5 Things Birth Week Taught Me About Loving Well: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/400-5-things-birth-week-taught-me-about-loving-well/id1472947590?i=1000776716504 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Jul 14

    400. 5 Things Birth Week Taught Me About Loving Well

    Last week I got to witness one of the greatest gifts of my life: the birth of my sixth grandbaby, sweet Ellie Jo. Watching my daughter Emme become a mother—and watching everyone around her show up to love her so well—taught me more about love than almost anything else could. In this episode, I'm sharing five things birth week reminded me about how to really love the people in your life, especially when things get hard, unpredictable, or emotional. Why loving people well starts with choosing the highest thoughts you can believe Why emotional capacity is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and others Why the best helpers don't need to be the hero Why speaking life over the people you love matters more than you know Why the holiest work often looks completely ordinary Whether you're welcoming a new baby, walking through something hard like we are right now, or simply loving the people in front of you today—I hope this conversation is an encouragement to you. Links Mentioned: Subscribe to the House of Joy Substack here — this Friday's post will have the Grammy bag, the Grammy sweater, and a few of the recipes I took to the kids: https://ediewadsworth.substack.com/ Last week's episode, referenced when I talked about packing my Grammy bag: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/399-how-to-find-rest-for-your-soul-even-when-life-feels-heavy/id1472947590?i=1000775750627 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Jul 7

    399. How to Find Rest for Your Soul (Even When Life Feels Heavy)

    399. How to Find Rest for Your Soul (Even When Life Feels Heavy) One of the greatest gifts God has been teaching me lately is this: Life can be heavy without becoming unbearable. This conversation came after one of those days where Stevie and I had a really hard conversation sitting in the middle of the lake…and then we surfed afterward. It felt strange at first, almost like we shouldn't be allowed to laugh after crying. But maybe that's exactly what Jesus meant when He said His yoke is easy and His burden is light. He doesn't always remove the hard thing. He carries the weight of it with us. If you've been carrying around tomorrow's worries, living under the weight of uncertainty, or feeling like your soul is just tired, I hope this episode reminds you that rest isn't the absence of burdens. It's trusting that you don't have to carry them alone. In this episode we talk about: What "rest for your soul" actually means Jesus' invitation to carry life's burdens differently Holding grief and joy at the same time Why fun isn't something you earn Finding renewal in ordinary moments Practical rhythms that help lighten your emotional load The importance of creating beauty even in difficult seasons Want to live with more energy, joy and abundance? Click here for our Design Your Bundle!  https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/bundle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Jun 30

    398. Your Brain Needs a Summer Job (Or It'll Create One)

    Your brain was designed to solve problems. But if you don't intentionally give it something meaningful to focus on, it will create problems where none need to exist. In this episode, Dr. Edie Wadsworth shares why creating something beautiful—even during difficult seasons—can completely change the way you experience your life. From knitting a sweater through hospital waiting rooms to planting tomatoes, learning new skills, and setting simple 90-day goals, this conversation is an invitation to stop letting your brain default to criticism and instead give it something life-giving to build. If you've been overthinking, worrying, criticizing yourself, or feeling stuck, this episode is the gentle reset your mind may need. Why your brain naturally looks for problems How criticism becomes your brain's default when it lacks purpose Why creating beauty is a powerful antidote to anxiety The story behind Edie's beloved Frankie Sweater Why 90-day goals work so well Simple ideas to create a more magical summer How to redirect your mind toward what matters most https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/bundle  ➡️ Link in show notes Receive 50% off your first order: hiyahealth.com/HOUSEOFJOY  In this episode, you'll learn:Links MentionedDesign Your Life, Live Your Purpose 90-Day GuideHiya Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Jun 25

    397. Love as Your True Identity (Not Just Something You Do)

    397. Love as Your True Identity (Not Just Something You Do) One of the biggest misconceptions about personal growth is that it's all about becoming more productive, more successful, or more accomplished. But what if the real goal is becoming more loving? In this episode, I'm sharing a special teaching from inside Life Mentoring School about what it really means to live from your true self. When we begin receiving God's love instead of striving to earn it, everything changes—from the way we see ourselves to the way we show up in our relationships, our homes, and even the ordinary moments of everyday life. We also talk about why love isn't pretending everything is okay. True love is willing to feel deeply, tell the truth, grieve honestly, and still hold onto hope. I hope this conversation encourages you to slow down, soften your heart, and remember who you already are. Why love is the highest expression of your true self The difference between living from fear and living from love How your "ordinary Tuesday" reveals what you're really practicing Why vulnerability is essential for authentic love Learning to create from desire instead of resentment What it means to nurture the people and places God has entrusted to you How to see beauty and hope even in difficult seasons In this episode, we talk about: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Jun 23

    396. Build Your House of Joy: The Tiny Decisions That Create a Beautiful Life!

    A few years ago, I taught a podcast episode called How I Created My House of Joy. At the time, I had no idea that phrase would eventually become the name of this podcast—or the framework that would shape so much of what I teach. Because here's what I've come to believe: We're all building a house. Not just the physical place where we live, but the life we're living inside of every day. The question is: Are we building it on purpose? In this episode, we're talking about the foundations that create the experience of your life—and how your thoughts, emotions, habits, and daily decisions are shaping your future whether you realize it or not. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or disappointed with where you are, I hope this conversation reminds you that your story isn't finished. You can start rebuilding today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Jun 18

    395. 20 Ridiculous Hills We're Willing to Die On!

    This episode is completely unserious... and maybe our most controversial one yet. Today we're sharing 20 ridiculous hills we're willing to die on—from overhead lights and matching hangers to fish, airport outfits, sunscreen, camping, butter, knitting, scary movies, and everything in between. Some of these opinions are deeply held. Some are probably wrong. And some we may completely change our minds about next year. But for today? We said what we said. Come laugh with us and then tell us the hills you're willing to die on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Jun 16

    394. From Miserable to Magical: The Art of Leading Yourself Well

    What if your life isn't waiting for better circumstances? What if it's waiting for better leadership? After spending a weekend with hundreds of incredible women at our live event, I was reminded again and again that transformation happens when we stop drifting through life and start leading ourselves intentionally. In this episode, we're talking about the difference between living from old stories, fear, and survival mode—and living from joy, desire, purpose, and possibility. Because here's what I know: You don't need a different life to feel more alive. You need a different way of experiencing the life you already have. Why so many women feel stuck in their own lives The difference between drifting and self-leadership How your brain keeps you trapped in old stories Why your emotions are messengers—not masters The power of living from your true self How fear keeps you disconnected from what you really want Why your desires matter more than you think The surprising connection between joy and grief How to create a life that feels magical in any season Why your best season may still be ahead of you Your Most Magical Summer 👉 ediewadsworthcoaching.com/summer  In This EpisodeLinks MentionedFree Workshop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to House of JOY, the Go-to podcast for personal growth tips for christian women over 40 (& their daughters), who want to live with a positive mindset, thriving relationships, & healthier habits. Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same old cycles & routines with your relationships, your habits, & your negative thought patterns? Do you just want to feel better? Do you desperately desire to finish each day with that deep sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you find yourself disappointed in how you spent your time? I’m so excited you’re here! Learn how to let go of what’s keeping you stuck and create a life you’re obsessed with. It’s way easier than you think to create a resilience mindset, nourishing habits, & thriving relationships, so that you can unleash your amazing gifts on the world. Let us help you live as your true self & create your best days, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Hello, dear one! I am Dr. Edie Wadsworth, your favorite Christian life coach! I help women who want to build mental and emotional resilience and rewrite their stories so they can live with more joy, freedom, and purpose! I am a speaker, physician, life coach, best-selling author, and creator of LIFE MENTORING SCHOOL where I help thousands of women rewrite their stories and live with more passion and intention. This show features solo episodes with myself (Dr. Edie) on how to make true change in your life and heart to heart conversations with my daughter Emme as we dare to make JOY and connection our goal.. We chat about all the ways we’re growing (and sometimes struggling) in life, health, home, relationships, habits, style, and so much more. You'll also find inspiring interviews with some of our favorite people who are doing the same.

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