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(Formerly The Milspouse Mastermind Show). The go to podcast for military spouses who want to live with more meaning and less overwhelm!
Have you ever felt stuck, lonely, overwhelmed, frustrated or unfulfilled as a military spouse?
Are you tired of putting your own dreams, goals and plans on hold; waiting for some future season to build a life you love?
Do you sometimes feel like you’ve lost sight of who you are and what you have to offer?
More Than a Milspouse is here to empower you to GET UNSTUCK, CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE, and show you that YOU DON’T HAVE TO WAIT FOR TOMORROW TO CHASE YOUR DREAMS.
In this podcast, we dig into all things military spouse life, from the mind and growth work that has to happen in order for you to completely get unstuck and feel fulfilled every single day – YES, IT’S POSSIBLE – to practically navigating the unpredictability of military life.
Through honest conversations and expert interviews, we’ll help you set goals, combat stress and anxiety, incorporate self-care as a military spouse, boost your mental and emotional health, and prioritize what matters most, so that you can pursue your life, career and business dreams (with more joy and less overwhelm as a military family).
👋 Hi, I’m Christine, a seasoned military spouse, marketing strategist, mom of three, and coffee connoisseur. I am all-too-familiar with the challenges that come with frequent moves, deployments, TDYs and trying to balance military life with your own dreams and passions.
After four moves and three babies in four years, I became an accidental stay at home mom. I began a journey to find myself again and figure out how to love the life I was actually living, rather than the one I had imagined for myself.
If there’s one thing I want you to know, it’s this: You were made for more! More than the managing of schedules, keeping up with kiddos and holding down the home front.
YOU have something uniquely valuable to offer, and when you pursue the things that light your heart on fire, you trade frustration for FULFILLMENT and isolation for IDENTITY, CONNECTION, and a life of IMPACT.
I’m here to help you thrive as a military spouse, get clarity on what fuels and fills you, and give you practical tools and strategies to craft a life of MEANING and PURPOSE today.
Whether you are an Army spouse, an Air Force spouse, a Marine spouse, a Navy spouse, Coast Guard spouse, or a Space Force spouse, this is the podcast for you!
Friend, it’s time to reclaim your life and dreams and discover who you are meant to be because together we can change the world!
LET’S DO IT!
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Episodes
6 days ago
6 days ago
When was the last time you had fun—real, just-for-the-sake-of-it fun?
Not multitasking.
Not being productive.
Not checking something off your list.
Just fun.
In military life, it’s easy to prioritize responsibilities, schedules, and everything that needs to get done. And somewhere along the way, play becomes something we push to the bottom of the list.
But what if fun isn’t optional?
In this episode, we’re talking about why play and creativity are essential—not just for enjoyment, but for your mental health, energy, and ability to show up in your life.
Better Together,
Christine
Resources
Why don’t I feel like myself anymore? Start here: Free Clarity Workshop
Stay Connected: Join The Free Community
The real-time version of figuring this out—and creating a life you love: Instagram
When You’re Ready to Go Deeper:
Work With Me 1:1: Let’s Work Together
Support the Show: If this episode meant something to you, leaving a review helps more military spouses find it 🤍
Thursday May 07, 2026
Thursday May 07, 2026
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself in military life, you’re not alone.
In this episode, I sit down with Shari Biery, a national board-certified health and wellness coach, author of It’s Your Turn, and longtime military spouse, to talk about something so many of us experience but rarely say out loud:
👉 What happens when you’ve spent years putting yourself last?
After two decades of military life, multiple PCS moves, career disruptions, and raising a family, Shari reached a breaking point—burnout, exhaustion, and the realization that she had been waiting for permission to take care of herself.
In this conversation, we talk about:
- Navigating military spouse identity loss
- The hidden toll of constant moving and career disruption
- Why so many military spouses feel guilt around self-care
- How burnout shows up physically, emotionally, and mentally
- The mindset shift from “I should” → “I get to”
- What it actually looks like to start choosing yourself again
Better Together,
Christine
Mentioned in this Episode
Connect With Shari:
Website: ShariBiery.com
Book: It’s Your Turn
Quiz: What Is Your Spark Type?
Resources
Why don’t I feel like myself anymore? Start here:
Stay Connected:
The real-time version of figuring this out—and creating a life you love: Instagram
When You’re Ready to Go Deeper:
Work With Me 1:1:
Let’s Work Together
Support the Show: If this episode meant something to you, leaving a review helps more military spouses find it 🤍
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Thursday Apr 30, 2026
Thursday Apr 30, 2026
What happens when military life ends—and you’re left asking, who am I now?
In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Larson, founder of Milspouse Transition, to talk about identity, purpose, and what it really looks like for military spouses to transition out of active duty life.
We dive into the often-overlooked reality that transition isn’t just about your service member’s next job—it’s a whole-life shift for you, too.
From losing a sense of belonging to rediscovering your strengths, this conversation will help you start thinking about who you are beyond the role of military spouse—and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.
✨ In This Episode, We Talk About:
- Why the military spouse transition is more than a checklist
- The identity shift after leaving military life
- The emotional impact of transition (including grief and loss)
- How to start rediscovering who you are
- Why understanding your strengths matters in every season
- Practical ways to prepare for life after military service
If this episode resonated with you, share it with another military spouse who might need it—and don’t forget to follow the podcast for more conversations on building a life you love as a military spouse.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Connect with Anna
Milspouse Transition: https://www.milspousetransition.com
Learn more about strengths for military spouses: https://www.milspousetransition.com
Milspouse Transition Conversation Podcast
RESOURCES
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Friday Apr 17, 2026
Friday Apr 17, 2026
When uncertainty rises (deployments, world events, sudden changes), it’s easy to spiral into “what if” thinking. In this episode, we unpack how to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed and to respond to uncertainty with intention rather than anxiety.
You’ll learn simple, practical strategies to steady your mind, focus on what you can control, and build a life you love—even in the unpredictability of military life. If you’ve been stuck in a loop of “what ifs,” this conversation will help you find clarity, calm, and your next grounded step.
Better Together,
Christine
RESOURCES
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Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Making friends as a military spouse can feel exhausting, especially when you know another move is always coming. In this episode of More Than a Milspouse, I sit down with Cecilia Curtis, host of the Heart of Friendship podcast, to talk honestly about why military spouse friendships are so hard and what actually helps real connection form.
We explore how constant relocation, busyness, fear of vulnerability, and surface-level conversations can keep us feeling lonely—even when we’re surrounded by people. Cecilia shares what she’s learned from years of military life about building meaningful friendships, going deeper faster, and why even short-term relationships can have a lasting impact.
This conversation is for military spouses who feel lonely, disconnected, or unsure if it’s worth putting themselves out there again. You’ll walk away with practical mindset shifts, simple strategies for deeper conversations, and encouragement to stop waiting for “the perfect season” to build community.
Topics covered in this episode include:
- Why military spouse friendships feel different
- How to make friends when you move often
- Moving from surface-level conversations to deeper connections
- The role of vulnerability and honesty in friendship
- Why receiving help can strengthen relationships
- Finding joy and gratitude through meaningful connection
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Connect with Cecilia
Heart of Friendship Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-heart-of-friendship-how-to-make-friends/id1735453749
RESOURCES
The Milspouse Connection Toolkit
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Thursday Mar 26, 2026
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
What if loving your life didn’t require you to shrink, perform, or disappear?
In this episode, we’re talking about the tension that many military spouses feel, but don’t always have language for: feeling like you have to choose between trying to do it all (and burning yourself out) or losing parts of yourself in military life.
What if there was another way? What if there was a way to embrace your life as a military spouse, without losing yourself in the process?
We’re exploring what it looks like to hold both.
Better Together,
Christine
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Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
PCS moves are stressful. Buying or selling a home on a tight timeline can make it even harder. In this episode, Michelle McGann (founder + CEO of Tier 1 PCS) shares how she built a military spouse–owned relocation referral network that connects service members and families with vetted realtors, lenders, and home inspectors, so moves feel more supported and less overwhelming.
In this episode, we cover:
- The identity shift many military spouses experience after a move
- Why your realtor choice matters more than you think (and how to vet them)
- Why the right lender can save you serious money
- A PCS-first-steps checklist (before you get orders)
- Building a business as a military spouse + mom: realistic timelines, chunks, and avoiding burnout
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Connect with Michelle
Website: https://tier1pcs.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tier.1.pcs/
RESOURCES
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Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Five years ago, I hit record on the first episode of More Than a Milspouse. What started as a conversation about military spouse identity, career, and life beyond the uniform has grown into a space where military spouses can talk honestly about purpose, transitions, and building a life that feels like their own.
In this special anniversary episode of the More Than a Milspouse Podcast, I’m reflecting on what five years of conversations with military spouses have taught me about identity, resilience, personal and professional growth, and navigating military life.
This episode is both a celebration and a reflection on what it means to be more than a military spouse while navigating deployments, PCS moves, and constant life transitions.
Better Together,
Christine
✨ If this podcast has resonated with you over the years, consider sharing this episode with another military spouse who needs to hear it.
And if you haven’t already, leaving a review helps more military spouses discover the show.
RESOURCES
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Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Ever feel like you know what habits would support you—but actually sticking to them feels impossible in military life?
Between PCS moves, deployments, unpredictable schedules, and constant transitions, most habit advice simply doesn’t work for military spouses. And the problem isn’t discipline; it’s design.
In this episode of the More Than a Milspouse Podcast, we’re breaking down what to focus on if you want sustainable change.
This isn’t about rigid routines or doing more. It’s about building habits that flex with military life, support your identity, and work even when everything else feels uncertain.
You don’t need more willpower. You need habits that are built for military life.
Better Together,
Christine
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Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Why does change feel so hard—especially for military spouses? If you’ve ever told yourself you just need more willpower, motivation, or discipline, this episode challenges that belief. In this episode of More Than a Milspouse, we unpack why habit change often fails in military life and why stress, PCS moves, deployments, and constant unpredictability make traditional approaches to change ineffective.
You’ll learn the three biggest myths about change, why willpower and motivation don’t work long-term, and how shame keeps military spouses stuck in cycles of starting over. We’ll also introduce a more compassionate, sustainable approach to habit change—one that works with real military life, not against it.
Better Together,
Christine
00:00 – Why habit change feels so hard
04:00 – How beliefs about change keep us stuck
05:00 – Myths about change
12:30 – What actually happens when change fails
13:30 – Why this hits military spouses harder
16:45 – What if the problem isn’t you?
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Book: Tiny Habits — BJ Fogg
(Referenced in comparison) Atomic Habits and The Power of Habit
RESOURCES
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