What's the Word?

Jaime McFaden
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What's the Word with Jaime McFaden — your go-to podcast for health, wellness, spirituality, and personal growth. Join host Jaime McFaden as she equips you with practical daily action steps to prioritize faith, nurture self-care, and elevate your mindset to live a more balanced, purposeful life. Jaime will be growing alongside of you on this journey! Through inspiring interviews with influential thought leaders, wellness experts, and spiritual guides, you'll gain exclusive access to their top success tips and transformative insights. Plus, enjoy heartfelt solo episodes where Jaime shares powerful testimonies and personal stories on how faith and spirituality have changed lives. Whether you're seeking motivation, spiritual awakening, or holistic wellness strategies, this podcast is designed to empower you to put faith first, love yourself deeply, and give more to the world. Subscribe now and join a community committed to healing, growth, and awakening to the life you’re meant to live.

  1. 2d ago

    What if you trusted the nudge?

    WHAT IF YOU TRUSTED THE NUDGE? What if that dream, idea, or thought that keeps coming back isn't random? What if God is trying to get your attention? After taking a little break, Jaime is back with a new episode of What's the Word? — and this week's word is all about FAITH, VISION, and trusting the nudge before you know exactly how it's all going to work out. Inspired by Ecclesiastes 11:6, Jaime shares what she's learning through her own 60-day self-care and visibility challenge, the difference between saying we trust God and actually moving like we do, and why sometimes we have to stop digging up the seeds to check if they're growing. Because let's be real... We pray for clarity and then ask for 17 more signs, a business plan, a timeline, and a guarantee. 😂 In this episode, Jaime talks about allowing herself to finally SEE the bigger vision — community, speaking, music, movement, travel, helping moms, and building a true village — even when she doesn't know exactly how every piece will come together. You'll hear about: • Trusting the ideas that won't leave you alone • Why clarity often comes after movement • Planting seeds without obsessing over the fruit • Recognizing the people and opportunities already showing up • Building a dream while you're still in the middle of it • Making ONE move today instead of waiting for the whole plan A reminder for anyone who feels behind, stuck, or unsure: Your dream is possible. You're not too late. You do not have to figure it all out today. Keep planting. Keep watering. Keep moving. And don't wait for the village. Be the village you want to see. 🌊 CONNECT + JOIN US 🌊 Saturday, July 11 at 9 AM PT — join Jaime in Capitola for a community paddle out honoring the loved ones we've lost and standing beside those who struggle with mental health. You do not have to paddle out to attend. Come as you are and stand with us on the beach. 🌊 Want to join Jaime's Friday accountability Village check-in? Reach out or reply and let her know you want the details. Follow Jaime: @jaimemcfaden Share this episode with someone who might need the reminder to trust the nudge today. 3

    11 min

  2. Mar 19

    The Mom Burnout No One Talks About

    You can be doing everything… and still feel like it’s not enough. In this episode, we’re having a real, honest conversation about the weight so many moms are carrying right now—the invisible load, the emotional labor, and the quiet burnout that often goes unseen. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re falling short no matter how much you do… this is for you. We ground this conversation in truth and scripture, reminding ourselves that we were never meant to do life alone. We are called to live in community—to carry each other’s burdens and become the village so many of us are missing. You’ll also hear about:  ✨ The power of letting yourself be supported  ✨ Why doing more won’t make you feel “enough”  ✨ How to start showing up for others in simple, meaningful ways  ✨ A gentle self-care practice you can do today Plus, I’m inviting you into deeper connection through upcoming events and sharing a special way you can support mental health through the “Enough” bracelet. You are not alone. You are not behind. And you are already enough. 🌿 Rooted & Rise Village – a space for real connection and support - https://jaime-mcfaden.mykajabi.com/offers/w9QJBAKn 💛 Dare to Bare – San Francisco 🗓 March 28 | 11AM–3PM → Come for real conversations around mental wellness and community Get your ticket here with my discount code: https://sweatpals.com/event/dare-to-bare-sf-the-womens-wellness-experience/2026-03-28?aff=jamiemcfaden ✨ “Enough” Bracelet → 100% of proceeds go to mental health support https://www.weareenough.co/JAIME80448

    11 min

  3. Mar 12

    How Moms & Entrepreneurs Protect Their Peace in a World of Fear

    If you’re a mom building a business or leading in your life, it can feel like the world never stops demanding your attention. Bad news. Fear-filled headlines. Social media overwhelm. Endless responsibilities. But what if burnout isn’t coming from doing too much…  What if it’s coming from absorbing too much? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how women can protect their peace, lead their families well, and build meaningful work without constantly living in stress mode. I’m sharing three sustainable self-care tools that help you stay grounded, energized, and aligned — even in a world that thrives on chaos. Because self-care isn’t selfish. It’s how we protect the energy God gave us to live out our calling. Inside this episode you'll learn: • Why modern life keeps women in constant stress mode  • How to protect your mind and nervous system from overwhelm  • The power of an intentional “Input Diet” • How to create daily anchors that stabilize your day • Why choosing joy is actually an act of leadership Scripture we reflect on: “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” — Proverbs 4:23 If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this episode will help you come back to what truly matters.

    17 min

  4. Mar 6

    Overstimulated & Called: A 10-Minute Nervous System Reset for Moms

    Motherhood is beautiful, sacred… and sometimes incredibly overstimulating. Between the constant needs, the noise, the mental load, and the emotional labor, many moms find themselves living in a constant state of stress without realizing it. In this short, grounding episode, Jaime invites you to take a simple walk and learn how to calm your nervous system when you feel overwhelmed. You’ll hear practical tools to regulate your body, reconnect with peace, and return to your family with steadiness — along with powerful scripture reminders that God calls us to a sound and peaceful mind. Scriptures referenced include: 2 Timothy 1:7  Psalm 46:10 If you’ve been feeling overstimulated, stretched thin, or reactive, this episode will help you reset. Take a breath.  Step outside.  And remember — calm is something we can return to. If you want to work with Jaime she is accepting 10 new members int her Rooted and Rise Womens BUsiness cohort - reach out to her directly jaimemcfaden@gmail.com to apply

    12 min

  5. Feb 24

    Discipline, Surrender & Grace: The Balance We’ve Been Missing

    Discipline, surrender, and grace are the missing rhythm for sustainable growth. You don’t have to hustle harder or control every outcome. What if growth happens when you release what you can’t control, take one disciplined step, and extend yourself grace when you stumble? Scripture reminds us to trust God with all our heart (Proverbs 3:5–6), that we’ve been given a spirit of self-discipline (2 Timothy 1:7), and that mercy is renewed every morning (Lamentations 3:22–23). You are not behind. You are becoming.

    16 min

  6. Feb 16

    It Takes a Village (Even When You’re Used to Doing It All Alone)

    In this episode, I’m sharing honestly about survival mode—the season so many of us live in where we’re just trying to get through, doing everything alone, holding it all together. While that energy might carry us for a time, it’s not the energy we’re meant to build from. We talk about God’s design for community, the biblical foundation of the village mentality, and why learning, growing, and loving together isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. I also share why hosting this week’s Galentine’s event feels so aligned with this message: women supporting women, mom-owned brands collaborating, and proceeds going toward supporting single moms. This is a reminder that independence isn’t the goal—connection is. And sometimes the strongest thing we can do is stop doing it all alone.

    15 min

  7. Feb 7

    Be the Light (Even When It’s Hard)

    In a season where darkness feels louder and heavier, this episode is a reminder of who we are called to be. We’re diving into scripture to explore what it truly means to be the light—not when life is easy, but when it’s hard. If you’ve been feeling weary, discouraged, or unsure how to keep showing up with faith and love, this conversation will ground you, encourage you, and point you back to God. In this episode, we talk about: Why being the light isn’t about perfection—it’s about presenceWhat scripture says about light overcoming darknessHow to lean into God when faith feels hardShowing up in love during heavy and divided timesPractical ways to live out your faith dailyScriptures referenced: Matthew 5:14–161 Corinthians 16:14Reflection Questions: Where is God asking me to be light right now?Where do I need to receive His light before giving it to others?✨ Remember: Darkness doesn’t win. Light doesn’t strive—it shines.

    9 min

  8. Jan 31

    Living in awakening - adventures and mom life love

    What if the discomfort you’ve been feeling isn’t something to fix — but a sign you’re waking up? In this episode, we dive into the theme of Awakening — spiritually, emotionally, and physically. This conversation is for the woman who feels called to more but isn’t sure what that “more” looks like yet. We talk about:  • Why feeling restless can be a holy invitation  • How self-care is stewardship, not selfishness  • The connection between faith, wellness, and consistency  • And how community plays a powerful role in awakening who you’re becoming This episode also opens the door to the Women’s Collective — a space created for women who are ready to grow together, support one another, and stop doing life alone. You’re not late.  You’re not broken.  You’re awakening. 🎧 Listen in, reflect, and take the next aligned step forward.

    15 min
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What's the Word with Jaime McFaden — your go-to podcast for health, wellness, spirituality, and personal growth. Join host Jaime McFaden as she equips you with practical daily action steps to prioritize faith, nurture self-care, and elevate your mindset to live a more balanced, purposeful life. Jaime will be growing alongside of you on this journey! Through inspiring interviews with influential thought leaders, wellness experts, and spiritual guides, you'll gain exclusive access to their top success tips and transformative insights. Plus, enjoy heartfelt solo episodes where Jaime shares powerful testimonies and personal stories on how faith and spirituality have changed lives. Whether you're seeking motivation, spiritual awakening, or holistic wellness strategies, this podcast is designed to empower you to put faith first, love yourself deeply, and give more to the world. Subscribe now and join a community committed to healing, growth, and awakening to the life you’re meant to live.

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  • Creator
    Jaime McFaden
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    135
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 What's the Word?
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