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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! Full Episodes, Blog Posts and more: https://milspousemastermind.com Join the MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community: milspousemastermind.com/community Let’s Connect: hello@milspousemastermind.com Instagram: @milspousemastermind
Episodes
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Do you struggle with your health and wellness routines as a military spouse? Perhaps you’ve set a physical fitness and nutrition goal for yourself. But then life has gotten in the way. You moved, got pregnant, or your spouse left on another deployment or training. And you wind up frustrated because you know that your health matters. You’re just not sure how to make it a priority and a habit that you can stick with long-term.
Today’s conversation is with Hannah Hensley, who absolutely gets that struggle. She’s a personal trainer and mom of three littles four and under (including TWINS), whose husband was off on anther TDY as we recorded this episode.
We have a real conversation about why your health matters, how to build sustainable wellness habits as moms with young kids, how to balance the need for workouts with the need for sleep, and how to combat those feelings of discouragement and the desire to quit, when another life circumstance prevents you from reaching your goals.
We chat about what this has looked like in Hannah’s life and how she is turning her frustration and challenge into her purpose. I can’t wait to share this conversation with you!
Better Together,
Christine
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Connect With Hannah
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
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Sunday Aug 07, 2022
Sunday Aug 07, 2022
Military Marriage Day is just days away on August 14! This year's theme is #grow and we are excited to be joining the celebration via the Military Marriage Day Virtual Countdown.
Not only will you hear from leading voices on military marriage, when you register, you'll be entered to win phenomenal giveaways. Join the celebration and register for #mmd2022 at www.militarymarriageday.com
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LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Do you find yourself wanting to find purpose…outside of your role as a military spouse and parent? But you’re just not sure how to balance it with the demands of military life. You feel pulled in too many directions and sometimes find yourself questioning if you should just put yourself and your dream on the back burner.
Welcome to my monthly real life recap series, where I show you what it actually looks like to pursue goals and live with purpose as a military spouse – the good, the bad and the downright ugly.
If you’ve been following along, the last five months have been a PCS season for me. And we finally made it to July, the month of our required delivery date. Did my household goods finally arrive? Were they covered with mold? Is our PCS finally coming to an end, or will it drag on for another month?
I share my wins for the month, where I struggled, and the lessons we can all learn about stress and emotional well-being as we navigate difficult seasons of life.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Ep 60: My January Real Life Recap
Ep 65: Feb Real Life Recap: When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned
Ep 71: March Real Life Recap: The Secret to Not Giving Up
Ep 78: Apr Real Life Recap: What Does Making It Work as a MilSpouse Really Mean?
Ep 83: May Real Life Recap: What to Expect When You PCS
Ep 88: July Real Life Recap: Mold, Milestones & The Messy Middle of a PCS
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
You don't have to wait for tomorrow to chase a dream. But practically speaking, how do you do it? How do you pursue your purpose in the middle of an already crazy, busy schedule?
It’s one thing to get clarity about our purpose and what we really want in life. It’s another thing to find the time to take action based on that dream.
Today’s quick tip answers the question, “how do I find time to chase a dream when life is crazy?” We’re going to talk about how to actually carve out time for that passion project that aligns with who you want to be, or that side hustle that will give you the time freedom and flexibility you are desperately craving.
Learn six things that you can do to actually carve out the time that you need. Let’s talk about how to turn that dream into a reality for you as a busy military spouse!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Ep 64: Should You Start a Side Hustle?
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Monday Jul 25, 2022
Monday Jul 25, 2022
When Britt Lanza first became a military spouse she had some preconceived notion of what it meant to be a military spouse and what the community would be like. She questioned how she would be able to create sustainable income for herself and whether she even qualified to wear the title of military spouse. But the more she asked questions, the more she realized that she wasn’t alone. And the more she discovered an amazing and supportive community.
Her quest to learn more about military life led her to begin a podcast, find purpose, and develop passions for community building and for entrepreneurship. In today’s episode we unpack Britt’s story from “dependa” to milspouse business coach and three things you need to consider before starting a passion-fueled business as a military spouse.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Connect With Britt
Instagram: New_altitudes
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Struggling to make friends? You're not alone.
I've heard from many military spouses lately that finding true connection and community is a challenge. And I haven't just heard it...I've felt it myself as we moved from one duty station to another this summer.
If you've gone through a PCS this summer, this is probably something you've felt too. Even if you haven't moved recently, the last few years have made making new in-person connections even more challenging for milspouses.
New relationships take time to develop. It can feel exhausting living in a never-ending cycle of trying to make new friends, find your tribe, and then say "see you later."
But what's the alternative? Living with loneliness? Only having on-line community?
This week’s summer quick tip episode is devoted to discussing the challenge of finding and sustaining community as a military spouse. We’re going to talk about five ways that we can combat the loneliness we feel and start making new connections.
Let's tackle this challenge together!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
MilSpouse Mastermind Community
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Do you find yourself wondering what your purpose in life is? Perhaps you struggle with feeling like you’re not living the life you want, but you’re not sure what to do about it. Or perhaps you are letting your fear hold you back from stepping into a life with purpose.
All too often we allow fear to hijack us and keep us stuck where we are today.
That’s the topic of this week’s episode. I talk with Kute Blackson, a transformational teacher, speaker, and the best-selling author of You.Are.The.One and The Magic of Surrender. He walks us through three questions to ask when we feel stuck and unsure of our purpose and shows us how to take action despite the fear we feel.
If you are ready to stop feeling frustrated, stuck and confused about your life, this episode is for you!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Connect with Kute
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Do you find yourself struggling to pursue your own goals, dreams and passions with the demands of military life? Do you sometimes question if it’s even possible to achieve your goals?
Each month I take you behind the scenes and share my real life with you. What does it actually look like to pursue goals as a military spouse…when your husband is off at training, or deployed, or you’re in the middle of an OCONUS PCS?
Welcome to my June recap, where I share what it feels like to struggle with living without our stuff for three months and how I still made progress on the things that matter most to me. Plus I share a very special win with you!! Let’s unpack it all together.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Goal Setting Guide for Military Spouses
Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown
Ep 60: My January Real Life Recap
Ep 65: Feb Real Life Recap: When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned
Ep 71: March Real Life Recap: The Secret to Not Giving Up
Ep 78: Apr Real Life Recap: What Does Making It Work as a MilSpouse Really Mean?
Ep 83: May Real Life Recap: What to Expect When You PCS
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Somehow we made it to July. I’m not sure how it happened, but we’re halfway through the year. Which makes it a good time to sit down to reflect on and evaluate our goals for the year.
Now you might not even remember the goals you set back in January. You might have gotten completely derailed. Or you might be trying so hard to achieve those goals, but you are so frustrated by all the obstacles that have gotten in the way. You might even find yourself asking if it’s even possible.
If that sounds like you, then today’s episode is for you. It’s time for some real talk about pursuing goals as a military spouse. Nope, I’m not here to tell you to try harder. I’m here to encourage you when the going gets hard. Here’s what to do when you find yourself falling short of your goals.
I hope this encourages and equips you!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Join the 30 Day Clarity Challenge
How do I figure out what my core values are?
LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Do you wish you had time to read more books? Have you ever told yourself, maybe someday I’ll have more time?
Finding time for a book isn’t as hard as you think, as long as you’re willing to think outside the box. In this summer quick tip episode, I break down how to make reading (or listening) to a book something that is both do-able and affordable, regardless of what season of life you find yourself in.
Curious? Then tune in to todays show and I’ll show you how books can become a part of your everyday life.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
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LINKS
START HERE: How To Get UNSTUCK And Craft A Life With PURPOSE (FREE ASSESSMENT) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
STOP THE OVERWHELM: How to Prioritize What Matters Most to You (FREE WORKSHEET) https://milspousemastermind.com/values
FIND YOUR TRIBE: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
DISCOVER WHO YOU ARE MEANT TO BE: MilSpouse Purpose Playbook https://morethanamilspouse.com
GET SUPPORT: Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session hello@milspousemastermind.com
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind