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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
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
A lot of military spouses don’t love moving. But most military spouses don’t move EVERY year. And a lot of military families never even attempt to move themselves - also known as a do-it-yourself (DITY) or Personally Procured Move (PPM).
Today I sit down with Mallory, the DITY Mama from @mamas_onthe_move to talk about how her family has navigated 13 do it yourself moves in the last 13 years. Yep, she’s done it while pregnant, with newborns, and with her husband deployed.
She talks about what she’s learned along the way, how she’s turned her circumstances into a platform to help others plan their move, and what to do if you’re considering a DITY move of your own.
As we wrap up this PCS (Permanent Change of Station) series, I hope you feel more empowered to embrace the challenge of moving and to focus on the possibilities and beauty in the midst of chaos.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Connect with Mallory
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 Mar 27, 2022
Sunday Mar 27, 2022
Hey friend,
Last week in our Milspo PCS prep series, we talked about how to declutter your home in preparation for your military move. This week we’re diving into 6 more practical tips that you can do to make your next PCS a little less stressful and set your family up for success.
Whether it’s been awhile since you last PCSed or you’re prepping for your very first move, these tips will make your next military move a little smoother.
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
Christine
MENTIONS
MilSpouse Mastermind Community
Ep 62. How to Breathe Life Into Your Military Marriage with Dr Lindsay Cavanagh
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 Mar 20, 2022
Sunday Mar 20, 2022
PCS Season is almost here! While every branch of the military is different, a significant number of families will be packing up and moving to a new location this summer. So what can you do now to prepare? And what do you need to know to make this process go a little more smoothly?
Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing helpful tips for your journey. But part one of this series is devoted to a topic that will make home life less stressful, regardless of whether you’re moving this summer or not.
In fact, doing THIS will help you in all other areas of your life. So let’s dig into how DECLUTTERING YOUR HOME will help reduce your stress, help you have a smoother PCS, AND help you show up as the MilSpouse you want to be.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying by Marie Kondo
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 Mar 13, 2022
Sunday Mar 13, 2022
Military life can feel like one crazy roller coaster ride. It’s a life full of transitions, plot twists, and trying to find your own way amidst the chaos.
At least that’s how Bree Carroll, the 2020-2021 AFI Air Force Spouse of the Year, would describe the journey. Bree is an event designer, the host of the Hearts & Stripes podcast, and the founder of Military Marriage Day, a national holiday celebrating military marriages. She is also an executive produce of GY6 Show, a virtual fashion exhibition highlighting military veteran, spouse & dependent designers around NYFW.
But that’s not where’ Bree’s story begins. Today we dive into Bree’s journey from career-oriented engineer to finding purpose as a milspouse. We talk about asking the hard questions, giving yourself permission to try new things, learning to let go of what you thought you wanted, and what it really looks like to live a fulfilling life today as a military spouse.
If you’re wondering how all of your random jobs, life experiences and volunteer opportunities can form a common thread of purpose, or you just need a reminder of what’s possible in your life today, this episode is for you. Listen, learn and walk away feeling empowered to let go of what’s familiar and embrace new possibilities for your life.
Better Together,
Christine
P.S. We’re celebrating the one year anniversary of the MilSpouse Mastermind Show. You can enter to Win an All-Access Pass to MilSpouse Purpose Playbook, designed to help you get clarity on what you really want, create your purpose in action statement, and show you the exact steps to start living a purpose-fueled life today. A life that will truly be fulfilling right where you are today.
HOW TO ENTER
Between now and March 15:
- Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
- Screen shot your review and share it to your IG or FB stories. Tag me @milspousemastermind
- Share about the podcast in your stories for a bonus entry (or if you’ve already left a review)
Not sure how to leave a review? Read this: https://milspousemastermind.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/
MENTIONS
Connect With Bree
https://www.breecarroll.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsbreecarroll
https://m.facebook.com/itsbreecarroll
https://www.instagram.com/itsbreecarroll/
Military Marriage Day
https://www.militarymarriageday.com/
https://www.instagram.com/militarymarriageday/
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 Mar 06, 2022
Sunday Mar 06, 2022
Can You believe it??? We’re celebrating a full year of the MilSposue Mastermind Show. When I launched this podcast a year ago, there was so much I didn’t know. There were so many times I wanted to give up and quit before I even started. There was so much fear and doubt and that pesky little voice of resistance that kept whispering to me, “Who are you to start a podcast?”
But I did it, you guys! I showed up and released at least one episode every single week for a full year.
And so today we’re going to celebrate THIS BIG WIN together. Today we’re going to talk through my Top Ten lessons learned from one year of podcasting…not so you can say “Good for her.” But to EMPOWER YOU TO TAKE THAT LEAP OF FAITH, TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP ON YOUR JOURNEY.
LET’S CELEBRATE!
Enter to Win One All-Access Pass into MilSpouse Purpose Playbook, Your Guide to Reclaim Your Life and Dreams and Discover Who You Are Meant To Be.
- Get Clarity
- Craft Your Purpose In Action Statement
- Create a Schedule That Supports Your Dreams
HOW TO ENTER
Between now and March 15:
- Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
- Screen shot your review and share it to your IG or FB stories. Tag me @milspousemastermind
- Share about the podcast in your stories for a bonus entry (or if you’ve already left a review)
Can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
LEAVE A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS
Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
Ep 59. My #1 Productivity Tip for Military Spouses
About MilSpouse Purpose Playbook
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 Mar 03, 2022
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
It’s real life recap time!
I’m taking you behind the scenes and showing you what it looks like in practice to pursue a goal or chase a dream as a military spouse – the good, the bad and the sometimes downright UGLY.
Today we’re diving into what actually happened for me in February. Some months go according to plan. This one did not! I break down how I planned my goals, what actually happened, how I pivoted and what I learned through the process.
My goal is to show you that’s it’s possible to show up for your life today and chase those dreams…even when things don’t go as planned. It’s not always pretty but it is POSSIBLE!
Let’s do it!
Christine
P.S. We’re celebrating a YEAR of The MilSpouse Mastermind Show!! Enter to win a FREE All-Access Pass to the MilSpouse Purpose Playbook between now and March 15 by leaving a review of the show! Just take a screenshot of your review and post it to your stories and tag me @milspousemastermind. Let’s share the love!
MENTIONS
Ep 60: My January Real Life Recap
Ep 58: My Annual Planning Process Revealed
Ep 62: How to Breathe Life Into Your Military Marriage
How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcast
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 Feb 27, 2022
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Do you ever feel stuck in a life you don’t love as a military spouse? You’re tired of being a stay-at-home military spouse and feeling like your life lacks purpose. Or perhaps you're tired of working an odd assortment of jobs that don't really light you up or help your career goals. You feel a little lost about what you should do next.
You’re searching for something of your own…a way to add a sense of meaning and purpose to your life. And you think to yourself…maybe I should start a side hustle.
Here’s my not-so-popular opinion: Finding a way to make money from home is great! BUT it won’t ACTUALLY solve your problem…UNLESS you take THIS into consideration first.
In this episode, we discuss what you need to do BEFORE you start that side hustle or join that network marketing company as a military spouse.
Christine
MENTIONS
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 Feb 20, 2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
You were placed here in this exact slice of time, in your exact relationships, circumstances, and location for a PURPOSE. But what the heck is that purpose? And how do you get CLARITY on your purpose when life feels overwhelming and you have little-to-no free time?
Clarity comes from both mindful THOUGHT & taking ACTION. And while we’ve talked a lot about how to THINK about purpose, we haven’t spent as much time on how to take ACTION in the midst of a very BUSY life.
Today we’re diving into 4 WAYS that you can begin to pursue clarity on your purpose today – as a stay at home mom, a homeschooling parent, a full-time student, in a traditional 8-5 job, or as a work from home military spouse.
Let’s do it!
See you inside,
Christine
MENTIONS
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
BETTER TOGETHER: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
MILSPOUSE PURPOSE PLAYBOOK: Discover Who You Are Meant to Be 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 Feb 13, 2022
Sunday Feb 13, 2022
Marriage Tips for Military Spouses!
Cultivating any healthy marriage relationship takes effort. But the demands of military life can add even more challenges to an already struggling relationship.
This week I talk with Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh, a psychologist and military marriage coach (and military spouse herself). We discuss military life, mental health, and specific tips to breathe life into your military marriage so that you can have the marriage you truly desire. There is so much value packed into this week’s episode, so make sure you give it a listen!
XO,
Christine
MENTIONS
Free Military Marriage Breakthrough Call
https://linktr.ee/marriedtomilitary
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
BETTER TOGETHER: Join the Free MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
MILSPOUSE PURPOSE PLAYBOOK: Discover Who You Are Meant to Be 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 Feb 06, 2022
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Have you ever thought this to yourself? “Help!! I’m TRYING to be okay with this assignment as a military spouse, but it’s NOT WORKING!!”
You’ve tried. You’ve put in effort. And you feel like it’s negatively impacting your mental health and your relationship with your active duty spouse. If only you were somewhere else, life would be better!
Sometimes it’s easy to funnel our frustrations and blame our unhappiness on our current location. If you don’t love where you live right now, but you’re not quite sure what to do about it…then this episode is for you!
MENTIONS
5 Minute Habit That Transformed My Life as a Frustrated Military Wife
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
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
LEARN MORE: https://milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA EMAIL: hello@milspousemastermind.com
CONNECT VIA INSTAGRAM: @milspousemastermind