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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
Sunday Oct 24, 2021
Sunday Oct 24, 2021
Hi friend,
I think a big question for many of us as military spouses is, “How do I fit it all in?” We feel overwhelmed between the unpredictability of our kids’ schools, and health diagnoses, and deployments, TDYs, deaths, kids activities, and volunteer (voluntold) opportunities, not to mention the mental load of the managing our homes.
We’re searching for the silver bullet – the thing that will somehow make us more productive and make life feel less overwhelming. Is it a better way to meal plan, or a better calendar system, or life planner?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 3 things that have really helped me THE MOST when it comes to living with
I hope this episode encourages and blesses you in your military spouse journey!
Christine
P.S. Have you joined our Facebook community for military spouses? This is where we share our struggles, our wins and we encourage one another on this crazy journey of military life. I hope to see you inside.
LAST CHANCE TO WIN – OCTOBER 25 at 11PM EST
Lizann Lightfoot is giving away a free copy of her new book, Open When, Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses to someone in the MilSpouse Mastermind community
To enter, you can:
- Grab a screenshot and share the MilSpouse Mastermind Show in your social media feed or stories and tag@milspousemastermind
2. Find the IG giveaway post on @milspousemastermindand TAG a friend in the comments who might also like this giveaway.
or
- Leave a review on Apple Podcasts (worth 5 entries!)
Contest ends October 25 at 11PM EST!!
!!!! JOIN THE MILSPOUSE PURPOSE PLAYBOOK LAUNCH TEAM !!!!
The course goes live NOVEMBER 1, but it is now available for PRE-ORDER!!
And the first FIVE people to pre-order the course will become part of the launch team – early access, 50% OFF the course price, and an exclusive feedback session in exchange for a course testimonial.
JOIN HERE
Questions? Email Christine@milspousemastermind.com
MENTIONS
Ep 24 - MilSpo Prioritization Playbook, Part 1: Create more TIME and Do Less BETTER
LINKS
PREORDER MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
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Sunday Oct 17, 2021
Sunday Oct 17, 2021
Sometimes our most difficult seasons of life are what inspire us to make an impact.
Lizann’s story started with her life as a brand new military girlfriend/wife and no military community to help her through the challenges of military life.
And it led her to eventually starting the Seasoned Spouse blog to help military spouses and now to the release of her new book, Open When, Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses.
Join us as we unpack Lizann’s story and she shares valuable nuggets she learned though out her decades of navigating military spouse life.
CONNECT WITH LIZANN
IG: @theseasonedspouse
THE BLOG: https://seasonedspouse.com
THE BOOK: Open When, Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses
WIN A FREE COPY OF THE BOOK
Lizann is giving away a free copy of her new book, Open When, Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses to someone in the MilSpouse Mastermind community.
To enter, you can:
1. Grab a screenshot and share the MilSpouse Mastermind Show in your social media feed or stories and tag @milspousemastermind
2. Find the IG giveaway post on @milspousemastermind and TAG a friend in the comments who might also like this giveaway.
or
3. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts (worth 5 entries!)
Contest ends October 25 at 11PM EST.
!!!! JOIN THE MILSPOUSE PURPOSE PLAYBOOK LAUNCH TEAM !!!!
The course goes live NOVEMBER 1, but it is now available for PRE-ORDER!!
And the first FIVE people to pre-order the course will become part of the launch team – early access, 50% OFF the course price, and an exclusive feedback session in exchange for a course testimonial.
JOIN HERE
Questions? Email Christine@milspousemastermind.com
LINKS
PREORDER MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Oct 10, 2021
Sunday Oct 10, 2021
Wondering why life feels out of balance? Trying to figure out what need to change? Tired of not showing up as your best self? Here's what's really wrong!
Do you sometimes feel like your life is one never-ending hamster wheel?
I mean, we all have good days. And we all have bad days. But when you look at where you are in life today, how do you feel? Do you feel stuck in the cycle of stress, exhaustion and overwhelm? Or are you living in the cycle of feeling filled, fueled and full of joy?
There will always be demands on our time and energy that lead us to get overwhelmed from time to time, but when we spend the majority of our time feeling stressed out, pulled in too many directions and overwhelmed with life…well that’s not really thriving. And to be honest, when that happens, no one is going to get the best version of us.
In this episode we discuss 3 FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS that must be present in our life if we want to break the cycle of stress, exhaustion and overwhelm.
These three things are absolutely necessary if we want to thrive as military spouses and craft lives with purpose.
So let’s talk about what they are and how we can incorporate them in our daily lives.
XO,
Christine
P.S. MilSpouse Purpose Playbook is only a few weeks away from launching!! I’m so excited to get this course into your hands. This is your step-by-step guide to getting unstuck and pursuing a life of meaning and purpose regardless of your current circumstances or season of life! Join The Waitlist!
MENTIONS
The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield
LINKS
GET ON THE WAITLIST! MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Oct 03, 2021
Sunday Oct 03, 2021
Have you ever thought to yourself, “When my active duty spouse is gone, I’ll get all these things accomplished?” And then Murphy’s Law of Deployment happens.
The car breaks down. The kids get sick. The air conditioner stops working. If your spouse is gone, that’s inevitably when something goes wrong.
But while we may be more acutely aware of this phenomenon, the truth is there are things that will always get in the way of us pursuing our goals. Any time we try to make a positive change, we will face obstacles.
It’s called resistance. And it’s the reason why most new years’ resolutions are never kept. Why most dreams simply stay dreams.
In today’s episode, we unpack what resistance is, why we face it, and we discuss 3 specific strategies to keep us moving forward despite the obstacles in our way!
P.S. MilSpouse Purpose Playbook is almost here!! I’m so excited to get this into your hands. This is your step-by-step guide to getting unstuck and pursuing a life of meaning and purpose regardless of your current circumstances or season of life! Join The Waitlist!
MENTIONS
The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield
LINKS
GET ON THE WAITLIST! MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Sep 26, 2021
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
At some point in your life, you had dreams, goals and passions on your heart. You had things you wanted to do, see, be, experience. But then life happened. Deployments. PCS moves. Military life. Circumstances got in the way. And those dreams got pushed to the back shelf, or even buried.
But here’s the problem: the longer those dreams sit there, the more they fade into your memory. And the more you forget what those dreams were, what lights you up, and what you have to offer the world. Your dreams matter.
When you stop dreaming, when you don’t have a vision for what’s possible and a direction that you want to go in, you end up just existing through life, and you fail to truly live.
Your dreams are clues to your great gift…and how to live a life of purpose and fulfillment. Yes, even as a military spouse. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about your dreams, goals and passions and learn five tactical steps you can take to start reclaiming your life and dreams!
Let’s do it!
Christine
P.S. MilSpouse Purpose Playbook is coming!! I’m so excited to get this into your hands. This is your step-by-step guide to getting unstuck and pursuing a life of meaning and purpose regardless of your current circumstances or season of life!
Get on the waitlist to be the first to know when the course is live (and get an exclusive bonus)! Join The Waitlist!
LINKS
GET ON THE WAITLIST! MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Like so many of us, I grew up with my identity tied to what I did. I had grand plans of climbing the career ladder and chasing big dreams. But then I became a military spouse. And then a military spouse AND mama.
And all of the sudden I felt lost. How could I prioritize and be present for our family AND still pursue my own dreams? Was it still possible? What should I be DOING??
I was asking the wrong question.
Sure, there was something I needed to do. A contribution that was mine to make. My own unique purpose. But I couldn’t start there. And neither can you.
In this week’s episode, I’m going to walk you through my transformation and talk about the question we all need to start with if we truly want to live a life of purpose.
I’ll share why this is great news for military spouses and how it can lead us to greater clarity, peace, freedom and confidence in how we live our lives.
Christine
P.S. The MilSpouse Purpose Playbook is coming!! This is your step-by-step guide to getting unstuck and pursuing a life of meaning and purpose regardless of your current circumstances or season of life! GET ON THE WAITLIST TO BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE COURSE IS LIVE (PLUS RECEIVE AN EXCLUSIVE BONUS)
LINKS
GET ON THE WAITLIST! MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Sep 12, 2021
Sunday Sep 12, 2021
I know what it’s like to put your dreams on hold, but then lose your way. To feel purposeless. To know you’re not thriving, but not know what to do about it. To throw spaghetti at the wall trying to figure it all out.
I spent years researching how to get unstuck, and purpose a life of purpose as a military spouse. To not feel like I had to choose between my spouse’s dreams and my own.
The truth is that YES, it’s possible to chase your dreams and live a life of purpose as a military spouse!! It’s possible to live filled, fueled and full of joy. It’s possible to walk in confidence, and trade frustration for fulfillment and isolation for a life of impact.
BUT none of that can happen unless and until we get the first things first.
Today we’re talking about the FIRST STEP to finding purpose and fulfillment as a military spouse.
The journey begins here and it’s available to YOU!
Are you ready????
P.S. The MilSpouse Purpose Playbook is coming!! This is your step-by-step guide to getting unstuck and pursuing a life of meaning and purpose regardless of your current circumstances or season of life!
MENTIONS
Imperfect Courage: Leaving Comfort and Going Scared by Jessica Honegger
LINKS
GET ON THE WAITLIST! MilSpouse Purpose Playbook -> https://milspousemastermind.com/clarity
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Sep 05, 2021
Sunday Sep 05, 2021
As summer comes to a close, so many of us have either moved to a new location or have had dear friends move away (myself included). And with that physical separation, often comes a sense of loneliness.
And, if we aren’t intentional about making new friends, it can lead us to a place of isolation. And isolation will negatively affect our health, our well-being, and our ability to thrive and pursue lives of purpose as military spouses.
Part of MilSpouse life is saying “see you later” to good friends and saying “Will you be my emergency contact?” to people you have just met.
When I think back to being a young military spouse, there was so much that I didn’t know. And I think one thing I underestimated was how hard it can be to make new friends in a new location. And how vital it is to our mental and emotional health!
So today I want to chat specifically about why finding your tribe matters, how to combat feelings of isolation, and four things you can do today to meet new people and find your tribe (even if you’re an introvert).
Friend, we are better together. We become the best version of ourselves in community. We grow in community. We do more and achieve more and become more in community. And when we go together, we make a difference and we change the world!
So let’s talk about how to pursue friendship as military spouses!
P.S. If you are looking for a virtual tribe of military spouses seeking to live with more meaning and purpose in life, head over to our free MilSpouse Mastermind Facebook group and join the conversation!
LINKS
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Wednesday Sep 01, 2021
Wednesday Sep 01, 2021
Welcome to a bonus episode of the Military Spouse Mastermind Show.
Over the last couple of weeks I've struggled to process all of my feelings and emotions about the mass evacuations from Afghanistan, the loss of 13 service members, and the end of America's longest war.
I'm sure many of you have struggled with a mix of complex emotions as well. So today I'm sharing my thoughts on Afghanistan, our mental health and our amazing military community in hopes that it helps you process through your own thoughts. As always, we are better together!
MENTIONS
The Me You Can’t See Documentary: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-me-you-cant-see/umc.cmc.4amwght1qtt8ioilwr0mgnf6d
RESOURCES
MFLAC (Military And Family Life Counseling)
CONTRIBUTE
LINKS
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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Sunday Aug 29, 2021
Sunday Aug 29, 2021
Hey friend,
Where is home for you? And, perhaps more importantly, WHAT makes it home?
It might be because you grew up in a particular location. Or because that’s where your extended family lives.
But home is more than just a location. And It's more than the styling tips we follow to make our space visually appealing. Home itself is a feeling.
Last week we began a two-part series on turning a house into a home. We discussed how to make your space visually look and feel like home (without spending a bunch and time and money). On this week’s show, we’re talking about the intangible things that create “home.”
We dive into the rituals, traditions and actions you can take to create a sense of home, regardless of where you live and why it matters. And I give you three ways you can start being more intentional with the space you currently call home.
If you’re ready to love where you live, give this episode a listen!
LINKS
START HERE! (Learn how to stop feeling pulled in all direction & prioritize what matters most) -> https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community ->
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
Free Download: Growth Wheel Assessment (Assess which areas of your life are out of balance) https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Request a Get Unstuck Coaching Session -> christine@milspousemastermind.com
Full episodes, blog posts and more -> https://milspousemastermind.com
Connect -> hello@milspousemastermind.com
Instagram -> @christineh
Listen on Apple Podcast -> https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Listen on Google ->
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