Doing Life Differently

Katelyn James
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Doing Life Differently is a podcast dedicated to those who want to break free from societal norms and embrace a life of intention and purpose. Hosted by Katelyn James (Educator and Wedding Photographer), this show explores how to live authentically in all aspects of life—business, family, faith, wellness, and beyond. Each episode delves into practical insights, personal stories, and inspiring interviews that empower you to create a life that aligns with your true values. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone seeking more meaning in your everyday routine, this podcast will inspire you to step away from the ordinary and truly do life differently.

  1. Why My Generation Is Flocking To Substack

    2D AGO

    Why My Generation Is Flocking To Substack

    For the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m creating the way I did in the beginning of my business. In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to write my book on Substack instead of going the traditional route… and why so many entrepreneurs from my generation are suddenly showing up there too. At first, I honestly didn’t understand the hype. I had just invested thousands into a beautiful new website, and the last thing I thought I needed was another platform to post content. But the more I started writing on Substack, the more I realized it was giving me something I hadn’t felt in a while: the freedom to simply create again. 📣 I'M WRITING A BOOK! Follow along on Substack 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT Save $260 on your own LumeBox! I’ve been using my LumeBox red light therapy before bed to support inflammation, skin health and relaxation. Click here to save on LumeBox! We LOVE Thrive Market for lower prices on snacks and goods that fit our budget and our goals for a healthier home. Get 40% off your first purchase with my referral link HERE! Mentioned in this episode: Lume Box I'm really working on habit stacking and my Lume Box is the best tool in my toolbox to really make sure I'm focusing on my health and well-being while simultaneously getting ready for the day or reading at night.

    16 min
  2. The Weekly Dwell: How I’m Approaching Work Differently in This Season

    5D AGO · BONUS

    The Weekly Dwell: How I’m Approaching Work Differently in This Season

    After years of building, scaling, and sustaining a successful business, I’ve realized something: what worked before doesn’t always fit the season you’re in now. If you’ve been doing what feels safe instead of what feels aligned, this is your reset! 📣 I'M WRITING A BOOK! Follow along on Substack RESOURCES Listen to more episodes- https://katelynjames.com/podcast Follow Katelyn on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/katelynjames Get a Bible for $4 on Amazon- https://amzn.to/4nOhhKW

    11 min
  3. I’m Doing Something I Didn’t Realize I Was Ready For

    FEB 26

    I’m Doing Something I Didn’t Realize I Was Ready For

    In this episode, I’m sharing something that feels both surprising and deeply personal. After years of living through joy, trauma, loss, growth, business building, motherhood, and everything in between, I’ve become more certain than ever that our stories are purposeful. Even the painful ones. Especially the painful ones. I believe pain has purpose, how losing my son reshaped the way I see every hard season, and why I’m stepping into something new in this season of my life... not out of striving, but out of obedience. 📣 I'M WRITING A BOOK! Follow along on Substack _______ 💻 FREE LIVE CLASS - It's my favorite of the whole year! Come learn to see what other photographer's are totally missing out on...composition! 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT Save $260 on your own LumeBox! I’ve been using my LumeBox red light therapy before bed to support inflammation, skin health and relaxation. Click here to save on LumeBox! We LOVE Thrive Market for lower prices on snacks and goods that fit our budget and our goals for a healthier home. Get 40% off your first purchase with my referral link HERE! Building a website? I’ve used Showit for over 15 years because it lets me build a website that looks like me without fighting tech. Click here to try it for FREE for 30 days! Mentioned in this episode: Lume Box I'm really working on habit stacking and my Lume Box is the best tool in my toolbox to really make sure I'm focusing on my health and well-being while simultaneously getting ready for the day or reading at night.

    21 min
  4. The Weekly Dwell: When Fear Isn’t the Truth (Fear, Part 4)

    FEB 23 · BONUS

    The Weekly Dwell: When Fear Isn’t the Truth (Fear, Part 4)

    This episode wraps up our four-week series on fear. I’m sharing how fear often shows up underneath my reactions, especially in parenting. When I pause and name the fear, I’m able to respond from truth instead of panic. That small shift has been changing everything for me! 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT

    12 min
  5. Why I’m Convinced Your Story Matters

    FEB 19

    Why I’m Convinced Your Story Matters

    In this episode, I share a core belief that has shaped my life: stories change stories. Instead of focusing on how your story can impact others, I reflect on the people whose stories changed mine. These are mentors, friends, coaches, and fellow travelers who showed up in ordinary but deeply meaningful ways. I'm reminded that the most impactful moments in my life didn’t happen online...they happened through presence, generosity, and willingness to be known. If you’ve ever felt like your story doesn’t matter or doesn’t have a place, this episode will challenge that belief and invite you to see your life differently. OH!! And I’m teasing a BIG announcement coming next week, so be sure to listen and subscribe! 💻 FREE LIVE CLASS - It's my favorite of the whole year! Come learn to see what other photographer's are totally missing out on...composition! 📷 FREE! Winter Composition Reset ⟶ Learn how to practice composition indoors so you’re confident and ready when shoots pick back up. 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT We LOVE Thrive Market for lower prices on snacks and goods that fit our budget and our goals for a healthier home. Get 40% off your first purchase with my referral link HERE! Building a website? I’ve used Showit for over 15 years because it lets me build a website that looks like me without fighting tech. Click here to try it for FREE for 30 days! Mentioned in this episode: Lume Box I'm really working on habit stacking and my Lume Box is the best tool in my toolbox to really make sure I'm focusing on my health and well-being while simultaneously getting ready for the day or reading at night.

    36 min
  6. The Weekly Dwell: When Worry Becomes What We Worship (Fear, Part 3)

    FEB 16 · BONUS

    The Weekly Dwell: When Worry Becomes What We Worship (Fear, Part 3)

    This week, we’re continuing our Fear series by talking about worry. I’m sharing what it looks like to accidentally worship my fears instead of trusting God with them. This episode is an invitation to seek His presence before asking for His provision. I’m learning how much peace comes from that shift! Listen to Daily Bread with Pat Barrett & Kari Jobe RESOURCES Listen to more episodes- https://katelynjames.com/podcast Follow Katelyn on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/katelynjames Get a Bible for $4 on Amazon- https://amzn.to/4nOhhKW 📣 I'M WRITING A BOOK! Follow along on Substack

    7 min
  7. Why I Almost Got Fired From Coaching

    FEB 12

    Why I Almost Got Fired From Coaching

    In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and coach Julia Woods, someone who has deeply impacted my life and my marriage for over a decade. We talk about one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck: our inability to get curious about what we don’t know...we don’t know. You see, we love being right because it makes us feel in control, but that often keeps us blind to the very thing that could lead to breakthrough. (And it's what almost got me fired from coaching with Julia!!) Julia and I unpack how this shows up in marriage, business, faith, and everyday life, and why tension is often a sign that something meaningful is trying to be revealed. We also talk about pride, humility, shame, and how blaming others can feel safer than looking inward. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’re doing “all the right things” but still not seeing change, this conversation is an invitation to pause, get curious, and consider what you might be missing. 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT 💻 FREE LIVE CLASS - It's my favorite of the whole year! Come learn to see what other photographer's are totally missing out on...composition! 📷 FREE! Winter Composition Reset ⟶ Learn how to practice composition indoors so you’re confident and ready when shoots pick back up. Save $260 on your own LumeBox! I’ve been using my LumeBox red light therapy before bed to support inflammation, skin health and relaxation. Click here to save on LumeBox! Building a website? I’ve used Showit for over 15 years because it lets me build a website that looks like me without fighting tech. Click here to try it for FREE for 30 days! We LOVE Thrive Market for lower prices on snacks and goods that fit our budget and our goals for a healthier home. Get 40% off your first purchase with my referral link HERE! Follow Julia on Instagram Mentioned in this episode: Lume Box I'm really working on habit stacking and my Lume Box is the best tool in my toolbox to really make sure I'm focusing on my health and well-being while simultaneously getting ready for the day or reading at night.

    51 min
  8. The Weekly Dwell: Moving Away From The Empire Mindset (Fear, Part 2)

    FEB 9 · BONUS

    The Weekly Dwell: Moving Away From The Empire Mindset (Fear, Part 2)

    I've never considered there was another way to pursue business outside of fear and shame to motivate me. YEP, I said it. In this episode, I’m talking about the empire mindset and how fear has shaped the way I’ve shown up as a business owner. For a long time, I believed fear and pressure were the reason I was successful. I’m learning how unhealthy that was and what it looks like to operate from trust instead. This is an honest conversation about fear, self-reliance, and choosing a different way forward! 📲 FREE - "What Your Brand Says About You" Guide 🩵 Follow Katelyn on Instagram 👉 Finally nail your brand voice and show up authentically to your audience with the help of KJ Brand Coach GPT

    15 min
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Doing Life Differently is a podcast dedicated to those who want to break free from societal norms and embrace a life of intention and purpose. Hosted by Katelyn James (Educator and Wedding Photographer), this show explores how to live authentically in all aspects of life—business, family, faith, wellness, and beyond. Each episode delves into practical insights, personal stories, and inspiring interviews that empower you to create a life that aligns with your true values. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone seeking more meaning in your everyday routine, this podcast will inspire you to step away from the ordinary and truly do life differently.

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  • Creator
    Katelyn James
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Doing Life Differently with Katelyn James
  • Show Website
    Doing Life Differently

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