72. Third Trimester Recap: Weekly Updates, Symptoms, and Signs of Early Labor

Let's reflect on 2022, the highs, the lows, the goals (did I accomplish them or not?), and then move into my one and only goal for 2023!

3 Jan 202342min

This is part 2 of a review of the books I've read in 2022! Part one was published on June 21 (episode 52) if you want to listen to that one first. I also update you on how many of the items on my Christmas season bucket list I actually completed. Today's episode includes: #7: An Echo in the Darkness by Francine Rivers https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/46601.An_Echo_in_the_Darkness #8: The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53137974-the-good-sister?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=n9xcE6qIie&rank=1 #9: Breakfast at Tiffanys by Truman Capote https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/251688.Breakfast_at_Tiffany_s_and_Three_Stories?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=gIMPm8TdYT&rank=1 #10: Four Treasures of the Sky by Jenny Zhang https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55987334-four-treasures-of-the-sky?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=84WuTH8vfC&rank=1 #11: As Sure as the Dawn by Francine Rivers https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/95621.As_Sure_as_the_Dawn?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=6dJpH80Rgc&rank=1 #12: A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain by Robert Olen Butler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/261601.A_Good_Scent_from_a_Strange_Mountain?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=pZp2yHBNek&rank=1 And, still working on: Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35553381-hero-maker?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=BoFVj0cTGG&rank=2 Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Tori Weschler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22693240-taking-charge-of-your-fertility?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=sBQ1zZjaWa&rank=1 Also Mentioned: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6668467-winter-garden?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=kgu51k5JQH&rank=1

28 Dec 202224min

Today, I share 14 ideas for activities to make the Christmas season extra fun and cozy!

29 Nov 202224min

If you feel your mental space has been overwhelmed, cluttered, or distracted, this episode is helpful for you! Let's chat about creating mental margin and seeking experiences that bring you into the present. Mentioned podcast: https://careynieuwhof.com/episode504/ Mentioned book: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/55987334-four-treasures-of-the-sky Mentioned book: https://www.logos.com/product/13776/telling-yourself-the-truth-find-your-way-out-of-depression-anxiety-fear-anger-and-other-common-problems-by-applying-the-principles-of-misbelief-therapy?campaignid=18467614031&adgroupid=141420567069&keyword=&device=c&utm_source=google&utm_medium=advertising_cpc&utm_campaign=google_search-keyword_dsa_logos_us_en&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkt6aBhDKARIsAAyeLJ1EH6WO_L13wQMEdlCtDnxCmNgNL_hEZegwrmbKiwCoA2FK7pYGgEcaAr9xEALw_wcB

18 Nov 202225min

Moving is often stressful, even if you are excited about the new season of life! In this episode, I share 10 tips for moving (especially from an apartment to a house) to make the process a little smoother.

11 Okt 202228min

In this episode, I share 30 things I've learned by age 30, after having my birthday recently. I enjoyed reflecting back on my life, all God has given me, and what I've learned that I want to take with me into this new season of life. I also shared my progress / updates on the goals discussed in the last episode! Links are below for items mentioned in the episode: Book "As Sure As The Dawn" by Francine Rivers: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/95621.As_Sure_as_the_Dawn Book "Taking Charge of Your Fertility" by Toni Weschler https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22693240-taking-charge-of-your-fertility Book "It's Not Supposed to Be This Way" by Lisa TerKeurst https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38915855-it-s-not-supposed-to-be-this-way Workout Videos with Juice and Toya: https://www.youtube.com/c/JuiceToya Language Learning Resource Duolingo: https://www.duolingo.com/

13 Sep 202239min

This week, I share ideas for setting weekly goals: physical, spiritual, social, mental, and creative! Tune in, and share your own ideas / responses on Instagram! Verse mentioned: 2 Corinthians 10: 3 - 5

23 Aug 202226min

Tune in for a chat about anxiety from a counselor's perspective! Lauren gives some background information to what causes anxiety and some very helpful tips to try when dealing with anxiety, stress, and fear! We also discussed the connection with spiritual and mental health, along with some applicable Bible versed to cling to in times of anxiety. Mentioned: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988): https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-lifeline-and-988/

16 Aug 202246min