Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder‪?‬ Molly Stillman | Speaker, Author, Loud Laugher

I’m so excited to welcome Courtney Joseph Fallick onto the show today. She is a best-selling author and founder of Women Living Well Ministries and Good Morning Girls. Since 2014, Courtney has been blogging through the Bible, one chapter at a time, and her impactful work has been featured on platforms like the Rachael Ray Show and Proverbs 31 Ministries.
 
Courtney’s latest book, Still Standing: How to Live in God's Light While Wrestling with the Dark, dives into her personal journey through a dark season marked by fear, shame, and grief. Listen in as she shares her story of overcoming the pain of her husband's infidelity and offers powerful insights on how to stand up after life’s most crushing struggles.
 
Whether you’re wrestling through a dark season or are supporting someone who is, I hope you’ll join us for this incredible reminder of God’s faithfulness!
 
3:09 – Courtney 101
 
Blogging since 2008 Navigating a dark season of life New book to help women face struggles with courage and faith  
 
5:30 – Blogging Through The Bible
 
How Courtney started blogging though the Bible The blog’s format and schedule The soak method  
 
12:18 – Finding Peace After Infidelity
 
The early stages of shock and denial The struggle of public perception and advice Finding healing and a new normal Courtney’s marriage before this event  
 
22:52 – Faith In The Silence
 
Navigating unanswered prayers and pain How God provided strength and comfort in unexpected ways Standing on God’s word  
27:49 – Choosing Joy Over And Over
 
Struggling with resentment, bitterness and anger Surrendering to God The continual process of healing  
34:54 – For Those Feeling Stuck…
 
Are you ready for change? The book of Psalms Making your home a haven  
38:25 – Takeaways
 
What life looks like for Courtney today Getting your copy of Standing Still  
 
FEATURED QUOTES
 
“What ​I ​needed ​was ​people ​to ​just ​show ​up ​and ​give ​me ​a ​hug. To ​show ​up ​and ​love ​me. ​To ​listen. To ​just ​be ​sympathetic ​and ​care ​and ​not ​judge.”
 
“Our ​feelings ​are ​liars ​and ​we ​cannot ​believe ​our ​feelings ​because ​God's ​word ​is ​true. ​And ​we ​stand ​on ​the ​promises ​of ​His ​word.”
 
“I've ​been ​through ​all ​those ​emotions that ​we ​all ​humanly go ​through. ​But ​God's ​word ​is ​really ​​what ​kept ​me ​standing ​and ​pulled ​me ​through.”
 
“Change only comes when we decide we’re going to change.”
 
Learn more about Courtney:
 
Get your copy of Standing Still
 
https://www.amazon.com/Still-Standing-Light-While-Wrestling/dp/0764242393
 
Women Living Well Ministries
 
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Women Living Well YouTube
 
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
 
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podc

My guest this week is Clare McCallan. She founded and serves as the Creative Director at St. Joseph’s Home for Artisans, is a touring spoken word poet, and host of the podcast Letters From the Least. She is also the creator and host of The Renaissance Room and co-host of This Is The Day on CatholicTV, where she works as a writer.
I am so excited to have her on the show today to talk about her upcoming book Courage to Create: Unleasing your Artistic Gifts for Truth, Beauty, and Goodness, which serves as both a roadmap and an inspiration for young creatives and those who may not yet see themselves as artists. This book dives into how we are all creatives who can unleash our gifts for truth, beauty and goodness for the glory of God.
4:04 – Clare 101
Author of a new book Host and co-host of shows on CatholicTV Creative Director at St. Joseph’s Home for Artisans Film critic for the National Catholic Reporter and Christian channel 6:11 – Clare’s Creative Journey
Being heavily involved in politics in college Backpacking through Europe and losing a family member Leaving politics and volunteering with the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata Discovering and pursuing spoken word poetry 13:58 – The Power of Community
The importance of community in nurturing creativity The challenges and joys of living in a tight-knit community Fostering environments where young singles can thrive and feel included 20:51 – Reflections on Courage To Create
The two groups of people Clare hopes her book speaks to Clare’s friend Karina, who integrates creativity into mission work Writing a dystopian novel this summer FEATURED QUOTES
“You look the most like your dad when you act like him. And we serve a creative God. The creator- it's kind of the thing He does.”
“If you were made in the image of the creator, then you're a craftsman.”
“We are all creative. And the moment that you accept that part of your identity, it adds so much richness to your life.”
Learn more about Clare:
http://www.claremccallan.com/#/
Get Your Copy of Courage To Create
https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Create-Unleashing-Artistic-Goodness/dp/164680287X
Clare’s Other Books

http://www.claremccallan.com/buy-my-books.html#/
Letters From the Least Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/letters-from-the-least/id1538807289
Summary
In this conversation, Molly Stillman interviews Claire McCallan, an author and creative director, about her creative journey and the intersection of faith and creativity. They discuss the importance of community in nurturing creativity and serving the Lord as an artist. Claire shares stories of artists and creatives she has worked with, including a friend who operates shelters for pregnant women on both sides of the border. Claire also talks about her book, Courage to Create, which encourages young creatives to step into their creativity and shows that everyone is creative in their own way.
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations

My guest this week is the lovely Kirby Kelly. She is a Christ-centered content creator and influencer who runs the Bought + Beloved podcast. Whether it’s on stage, through writing, or in one-on-one conversations, her passion is teaching God’s truth everywhere she goes.
Kirby desires to see this generation and culture flourish in freedom and confidence, rooted in their identity and walking in the victory won on the cross. I loved getting to hear her story and learn more about her new book, You Can Be Free: Overcoming Temptation and Habitual Sin by the Power and Promises of the Gospel, which just released.
Kirby has such a powerful testimony and shares so many valuable and practical strategies for those struggling with addiction and habitual sin in this episode. I always find talking to younger generations so inspiring and hope this conversation brings you encouragement today!
2:26 – Kirby 101
Content creator, author, podcaster and wife Master’s in theology Passionate about making Jesus’ name known 4:19 – Digging Deeper Into Kirby’s Story 
Growing up in a Catholic household Losing her father to alcoholism Struggling with addiction, depression and anxiety Giving her life to Jesus Making social media content to spread the gospel 14:37 – The Journey To “You Can Be Free”
Kirby’s story of overcoming habitual sin Feeling a calling to write this book How Kirby’s struggles have resonated with many Equipping those struggling with sin with tools and knowledge 21:24 – Conviction vs Condemnation
Romans 7:15-20 Conviction leads us toward life Green and red light zones The importance of community and accountability 36:30 – Takeaways
Connecting with Kirby Getting your copy of You Can Be Free Kirby’s hope and prayer for this book FEATURED QUOTES
“I ​just ​really ​wanted ​to ​provide ​a ​practical ​and ​biblical ​strategy ​for ​anybody, ​wherever ​they're ​at ​in ​life, ​in ​faith, ​in ​sin, ​to ​be ​able ​to ​look ​at ​it ​and ​understand ​that ​in ​partnership ​with ​Jesus, ​we ​can ​be ​free.”
“There's ​no ​condemnation ​in ​Christ. ​There's ​no ​longer ​shame ​for ​the ​things ​that ​he ​has ​freed ​us ​from ​and ​delivered ​us ​from.”
“Condemnation ​has ​a ​sitting ​in ​death. ​Conviction ​leads ​us ​towards ​life.”
 
Learn more about Kirby:
https://kirby-kelly.com/about-me
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https://www.youtube.com/@boughtandbelovedpodcast
Kirby on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kirbyisaboss/
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
 
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore t

Join us this week for an incredible conversation with Hannah Keeley, the founder of Mom Mastery University, the #1 life coaching app for moms. Hannah is a parenting expert, master board-certified life coach, and mother of seven, who integrates faith and psychology to help moms achieve radical transformation in their lives.
I’m thrilled to have her on the show today to talk about her book, Mom Fog: 8 Steps To Overcoming Mom Fatigue Syndrome, and dive into the fascinating science behind "mom fog" or "mom brain."
After recording this episode, I couldn't wait to share what I'd learned with my husband- so many concepts just clicked into place for me. If you're a mom, dad, aspiring parent, caregiver, or teacher, I know you're going to find this discussion incredibly enlightening!
6:29 – Hannah 101
Mom and grandmother A behavior therapist Facing challenges in early motherhood Hearing God’s voice + developing effective strategies to help moms 12:27 – Taking The First Step
Getting up and doing the hard thing Getting curious about our thoughts Learning how to be 18:33 – Speaking Your Vision
The profound impact of the words we speak about ourselves Speaking positively to transform our mindset and our reality How Hannah visualized living in her dream home before it was a reality 28:06 – The Concept of “Mom Brain”
Why the brain changes post-children How mom brain leads to feelings of overwhelm and overstimulation The unique role moms play in holding a family together 43:40 – Takeaways
Hannah’s 5-day boot camp for moms Mom Mastery University Getting a free copy of Mom Fog Connecting with Hannah FEATURED QUOTES
“The ​most ​strategic ​action ​to ​get ​you ​out ​of ​the ​negative ​place ​that ​you ​are [in] ​will ​always ​be ​the ​most ​counterintuitive. ​It ​will ​always ​be ​the ​thing ​that ​you ​least ​likely ​want ​to ​do.”
“Whatever ​you're ​saying, ​you ​will ​become. ​So ​just ​understand ​that ​your ​life, ​your ​subconscious, ​your ​future ​is ​always ​eavesdropping ​on ​what's ​coming ​out ​of ​your ​mouth.”
“Without ​a ​vision, ​we ​perish. ​So ​if ​you're ​perishing, ​change ​the ​vision. Create something new.”
Learn more about Hannah:
Mom Mastery University
https://mommastery.com/
Get your copy of Mom Fog
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Hannah on Instagram
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
 
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.

My guest this week is the amazing Becky Kiser. As a certified life coach, author, and host of the Hearers and Doers podcast, she has used her relatable approach and biblical insights to teach at women’s events, churches, conferences, prisons, and more for the last two decades.
In our conversation today, we dive into Becky’s new book, But God Can. This sets the stage for such an important conversation about embracing our vulnerabilities, understanding true freedom in Christ, and navigating life's ups and downs in faith.
I hope you’ll join us for a powerful reminder that, even in your deepest moments of self-doubt, God remains constant. 
3:39 – Becky 101
Mom of three girls in The Woodlands, Texas
Author of two books
Author, life coach, business consultant, and podcaster
Raised in a home with diverse religious influences
Helping women live full lives and find freedom through Jesus

9:10 – True Freedom In Christ
Freedom in Christ vs the world’s freedom
How self-help mantras fall short on their own
Relying on God’s strength and guidance

17:22 – What Is Truth?
Having people in our lives who can help decipher truth
Being consistent in God’s word
The truth is in us
Trusting God to redirect us and guide us back to His truth

26:51 – But God Can 
Navigating emotions in faith
Learning from Jesus’ example
Trusting in God through feelings of inadequacy and impostor syndrome
Connecting with Becky

FEATURED QUOTES
"We are not enough, but God completely is enough. God can do absolutely anything in our lives."
“A path to freedom is simply acknowledging that you can't and then opening your hands enough to see if God could and would and can.”
"The truth is that even in our pursuit of truth, it's going to be messy, but we have to pursue. We have to keep going. We have to attempt in faith, to trust the Spirit in us."

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Order your copy of But God Can
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Molly’s Episode on the Hearers & Doers Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h-d-20-molly-stillman-laughing-crying-and-farming/id1493950669?i=1000656245402
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
 
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.

Wow! Can you believe it? Can I Laugh on Your Shoulder? has hit its 400th episode! If you had told me back in 2016 when this all started that we'd make it this far, I don’t know if I would’ve believed you. But here we are, and it feels incredibly special. I'm beyond grateful for each and every one of you who's supported the podcast over the years.
 
In celebration of this huge milestone, I’m going to take some time today to share some of my favorite memories and answer some listener questions that I’ve received over the years! From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being a part of this journey. Here’s to many more episodes filled with laughter, tears, and growth!
 
 
0:49 – Reflecting On 400 Episodes
 
8 years in podcasting THANK YOU! The highs and the lows of the last 8 years  
 
4:46 – “Why Did You Start This Podcast?”
 
Working in radio, blogging, and starting “Business with Purpose” Rebranding the podcast Creating a space for diverse conversations  
 
8:53 – “Most Memorable Moments + Favorite Guests?”
 
Turkeys interrupting a recording session Kevin Fredericks’ episode  
 
12:00 – “How Do You Prepare For Each Podcast?”
 
Booking and communicating with guests Reading books + light-to-moderate internet stalking Coming up with interview questions Recording sessions, graphics and more  
14:50 – “How Do You Remain Inspired Amidst Setbacks?”
 
Thinking of ways to keep the show fun The challenges of podcasting Molly’s “why”  
16:31 – “What’s One Piece Of Advice From A Guest You’ve Implemented?”
 
Ginny from 1,000 Hours Outside Being present in daily life Taking the summer off  
 
FEATURED QUOTES
 
“When I started this podcast eight years ago, if you'd told me that I would still be here, eight years later, and I will have published 400 episodes…I don't know that I would have believed you.”
 
"Podcasting is hard. I’ve done this every single week for nearly eight years. This is not something that you go into lightly."
 
“My why and my motivation for doing this is because of the stories that I hear from listeners when they share how a particular episode has impacted or inspired them or changed their lives.”
 
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About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?
 
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.