Etiquette for Dangerous Women Podcast

Meditations by the Author... Jaime Hope Blees
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My first book, The Jael Finishing School for Ladies: Etiquette for Dangerous Women was the first publication of my pondering of an examined life through the lens of God's word. Those pondering continue here for whomever may enjoy them. etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

  1. JAN 19

    Just Show Up

    Jaime reflects on the fear that often comes with starting something new and the inner resistance that can arise before a challenge. Through a personal moment of doubt, she explores the idea that responsibility isn’t about carrying everything alone, but about trusting our ability to respond. This episode is a reminder that we don’t need to have it all figured out — sometimes, the bravest and most powerful thing we can do is simply show up. Check out Jaime’s book on Amazon or your favorite bookseller: The Jael Finishing School for Ladies: Etiquette for dangerous women (Also available on Audible) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    2 min

  2. JAN 11

    From Scarcity Anxiety to Abundance Peace

    On an unusually warm December day in the mountains, Jamie reflects on anxiety, scarcity, and the pressure to “use time well.” While riding the trail with her horse, Khaleesi, she explores how scarcity thinking—around time, money, resources, and even good weather—can quietly create stress. This episode invites listeners to consider a different way of living: one rooted in abundance, trust, and the belief that there is enough for today. Drawing on a simple spiritual framework, Jamie shares how identifying the beliefs beneath anxiety can help bring clarity and peace. What beliefs might be fueling your stress? And what would it look like to live as if there is enough? If you have a framework for working through anxiety or challenging untrue beliefs, Jamie invites you to share your thoughts in the comments. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    3 min

  3. JAN 4

    Being above all

    While walking in the woods with my dog Sam, I found myself thinking about how much joy it brings me to watch him do what he was created for—running, sniffing, listening, exploring. Even when he’s distracted or doesn’t listen, my love for him never changes. That moment led me to reflect on how God sees us the same way: taking deep pleasure in watching us thrive in simply being exactly who he created us to me. We don’t have to perform to earn his love . This episode is a quiet, honest reflection on creation, love, and what it means to live in our element. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    2 min

  4. 12/27/2025

    The Halter

    Episode 2 (season 2) On a snowy day in the Virginia mountains, Jamie shares a quiet moment of reflection while working with a young wild horse who is learning to trust humans for the first time. The horse wears an old, uncomfortable halter, yet he can’t bring himself to allow anyone close enough to remove it. As Jamie patiently works with him, the situation becomes a powerful metaphor for faith, trust, and past experiences. Drawing a parallel between the horse’s hesitation and our own spiritual lives, this episode explores how human experiences—especially painful or confusing ones—can shape the way we see God. Even when love, care, and freedom are being offered, we may keep God at arm’s length because we don’t fully understand His intentions. This thoughtful reflection invites listeners to ask an honest question: what might change if we allowed ourselves to be trusted enough to let God’s hands reach us? Find Jaime’s first book at your favorite book seller: The Jael Finishing School for Ladies: Etiquette for Dangerous Women This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    3 min
  5. Life as an escape room

    12/18/2025

    Life as an escape room

    🔐 Life is like an escape room… God has already given us the first clue—His Word. The Bible isn’t the end of the adventure, it’s the beginning. When we seek, explore, question, and dig deeper, we uncover layer after layer of truth, wisdom, and treasure that God has hidden for us—not from us, but for us. But so many people never start the journey. They get comfortable, sit in the corner, admire the scenery… and miss out on the breakthroughs, revelations, and blessings waiting to be unlocked. ⏳ Don’t let the clock run out. Start searching. Start seeking. Start discovering the life God designed you to uncover today! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    4 min

  6. 08/23/2025

    Episode 17: What do you want me to do for you?

    Episode 17: What Do You Want Me to Do for You? Podcast Description:In this reflective episode of Etiquette for Dangerous Women, Jaime shares a quiet moment of clarity inspired by a question Jesus asks in Matthew 20: "What do you want me to do for you?" She explores the deeper desires behind our daily prayers, the presence of God in our lives, and what it means to carry the Kingdom wherever we go. A thoughtful meditation on purpose, presence, and connection with God. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    8 min

  7. 07/31/2025

    Episode 16: Who is the greatest?

    In this episode of Etiquette for Dangerous Women, Jaime reflects on Matthew 18, where the disciples ask Jesus, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Initially judgmental of the question, she realizes that Jesus didn’t rebuke them—He answered it, pointing to childlike humility as the key to greatness. This leads Jamie into a personal exploration of how God has been reshaping her belief system—moving from big, dramatic shifts to more subtle, refining work. She discusses her past fixation on achievement and how God taught her to value people over goals. Now, she feels invited to pursue excellence again, but with the right heart—free from fear, pride, or the lie that mediocrity is more spiritual. Using metaphors like a crumpled dollar and a blocked valve, she illustrates how small, lingering beliefs can hinder God's blessings from flowing through us. The episode ends in prayer, asking God to reveal and correct these false beliefs so we can receive fully, walk in truth, and be a blessing to the world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    20 min

  8. 07/24/2025

    Episode 15: Death and Resurrection

    Jaime reflects on her mountain‑top conversation in Virginia, recalling a recent 100‑mile endurance ride across rugged Vermont terrain with her horse, Khaleesi. Despite meticulous training and spiritual resolve, a broken stirrup bar on the saddle early on cost them over an hour and forced a saddle swap, slowing their progress on punishing rolling hills. Though they missed the final checkpoint cut off at mile 62, Khaleesi remained healthy, and Jaime found deeper victory—not in crossing the finish line, but in faithfully doing “the next thing,” trusting in God, and embracing growth through hardship. She realized worth isn’t tied to outcomes, but to perseverance, character development, and knowing she was never alone on the journey. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

    29 min
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My first book, The Jael Finishing School for Ladies: Etiquette for Dangerous Women was the first publication of my pondering of an examined life through the lens of God's word. Those pondering continue here for whomever may enjoy them. etiquettefordangerouswomen.substack.com

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