Living Lighter Teresa Swanstrom Anderson

Today Cayla and I talk about her first book, What Do You Really Want? – 7 Questions That Can Unlock the Answers to a Life Full of Abundance, Meaning, and Connection, and I have a feeling it will be one of the most listened-to episodes yet because there’s just so much meat in our conversation!! Working as an ER nurse, she realized she was unconsciously believing a lot of unhelpful narratives about herself that were influencing her everyday life. Being willing to do the hard work and get honest with herself, Cayla ended up quitting her 9-5 and pouring all she’s learned into women who also want to break free from these limitations. Over the years as a Jesus-loving mentor and entrepreneur coach, she has created seven questions as a framework to make an impact not only in your business…but also in your life. 
You will LOVE how real Cayla is, as she vulnerably shares SO much wisdom, while giving Jesus all the glory.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
 Why it’s important to ask the RIGHT questions (and how we know what they are!).  What to do (and how to respond internally) when people criticize that “You’ve Changed” – but you know the change is good, healthy, and exciting! How defining what you truly want and taking the next best step is key to achieving your goals. "When you play really big with your life, it gives God a chance to show up and show off." Links to all the things mentioned: 
Early praise about her book!   Purchase What Do You Really Want (Amazon) Cayla’s Instagram  Cayla’s Website Cayla’s Podcast (CRAFTed Entrepreneur) Work with Cayla! Let’s Connect! 
Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books! This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse. 
 

Side hustle to successful company? Who doesn’t want that! 👀
I am sitting down with Jess Glazer DeRose as she shares how she grew her multiple side hustles into a successful online business. The first step??  Stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing the roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship. 
Listen in as Jess + I talk about her course, Empower, which will help YOU create and launch your DREAM course or group coaching program that will excel you towards higher success in your business. The best part? The personal transformation and sense of community that you can experience through her program. 
In this episode, you’ll hear:
💛How stepping out of your comfort zone is essential for personal and professional growth.
✨ Building a community of like-minded individuals can provide support and inspiration on the entrepreneurial journey.
❌ Setting boundaries and prioritizing what matters can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
👏 Taking action is key to success, and readiness is an illusion. Action breeds confidence.
💰 Investing in yourself and asking for help are important for personal and professional growth.
Links to all the things mentioned: 
 Empower and (free) DBE Live  (this is what you need to click on!)  Jess’ Instagram Jess’ Website Jess’ Blog Let’s Connect! 
Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books!
This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse.

It’s such a pleasure to bring this conversation to you because I know you’re going to LOVE Joy. Today, we talk about her latest book, You Are a Tree – and Other Metaphors to Nourish Life, Thought, and Prayer. If any of you love Madeline L’Engle, you will adore Joy’s writing. In it, Joy shares seven metaphors and how they apply to our lives today and shape the way we think, pray, and live. You’ll love her stories, Scripture, poetry, and art as she offers meditations to help us experience God, ourselves, our relationships, and the world in a new way…and with deeper meaning!
 How we are like a tree…and a machine, and why this matters.  Why love is like home, and what Scripture says about it.  Listening to the voice of God and why may be hard to figure out your calling. Links to all the things mentioned: 
Joy’s Instagram Joy's Facebook Joy's website Joy's Podcast - Speaking with Joy Purchase You Are a Tree (Amazon) Joy’s books (Amazon) Madeline L’Engle (books) Myquillyn Smith (The Nester) Myquillyn’s books (Amazon) Let’s Connect! 
Interested in coaching? Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books! This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse.

If you feel stuck in cycles of brokenness, then this episode is for you ♥️ 
I’m so honored to share this conversation with my dear friend (of over a decade!) Kristen Hallinan, as we talk about unknowingly repeating the mistakes of our parents and grandparents, passing on pain and suffering. 
But guess what…this legacy of trauma can end with you! ☺️ No matter what has happened in the past or what mess you might be in today, you are not destined to carry on your family’s wounds, unhealthy behaviors, or toxic relationships. It doesn’t have to be this way. Your legacy can be different, and the change starts with you. Listen today to Kristen’s wisdom as she shares tools, truth, and hope offered in her book Legacy Changer: Heal the Hurt, Redeem Your Story, Create Hope for Your Family. 👏
In this episode, you’ll hear: 
Understanding the brain and body science of emotional wounds. How to heal from generational pain. How to set boundaries in your relationships―the way Jesus did. How to lead your family toward a more hopeful future. Links to all the things mentioned: 
www.KristenHallinan.com Kristen’s Instagram Purchase Legacy Changer: Heal the Hurt, Redeem Your Story, Create Hope for Your Family – by Kristen Hallinan – Releases Feb 20, 2024! (I’m honored to have been asked to give an endorsement in the beginning!) Take the Cycle-Breaker SuperPower Quiz The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend Let’s Connect! 
Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books! This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse.

As you likely know, our family is going through a double-family crisis, which has massively impacted my prayer life. Because I’m so focused on prayer during this mega-hard season, I wanted to vulnerably talk about some things I’m learning, things I’m still struggling with, and things I’d love to share to hopefully help strengthen your prayer life, too. ♥️
As Mark Batterson says in his book, Draw the Circle: The 40 Day Prayer Challenge: “If it seems like God isn’t moving in our lives, maybe it’s because we’re not moving.” 
Here’s a little piece of advice: work like it depends on you, and pray like it depends on God… because dreams (and prayers) don’t work unless you do (I explain this in the episode). 🙏
In this episode, you’ll hear:
💫 What to do when darkness seems to engulf.
💫  Why Joshua 3:8 is so significant (the story when God tells the priests to step into the rushing river BEFORE they had any idea it would be parted).
💫  Why praying and then simply hoping it’s answered might not be what God wants.
Links to all the things mentioned: 
 Join my Living Lighter | Bible Nerd FB Group (600+ of us are currently going through Mark Batterson’s book, Draw the Circle - book links below!) Draw the Circle - The 40 Day Prayer Challenge Draw the Circle - Prayer Journal Leading Wherever You Are - 7 Weeks in the Book of Joshua  (my book!)  Let’s Connect! 
Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books! This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse.

Feeling stuck? Burnt out? If you’ve ever been curious about life coaching and what it’s all about, this episode is for you! Today, I share why life coaching can be completely life-changing and even take you through a mini-life coaching session (get out your journal so you truly can have growth and helpful outcome by the end!). 
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How you know if you need to pursue life coaching + what sort of impact it makes. How life coaching is different from counseling/therapy and mentorship. A mini life coaching session! Links to all the things mentioned: 
Work with me! Head here for more info about life coaching. Let’s Connect! 
Sign up for my signature course, Living Lighter  Instagram Website Grab a copy of one of my books! This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. The music was produced by Anu Alphonse.