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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
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Headed to an event where you know absolutely no one? Here's your cheat sheet!
Seriously, one of the super-fun parts of military life is starting completely over every time you move to build a local support network. And I hear from military spouses all the time that the number one thing they struggle with is finding community.
So today we’re tackling the important topic of finding friends as a military spouse. And specifically, we’re going to talk about the awkwardness of being in a place where you don’t yet know anyone. How do you get through those sometimes-awkward first conversations, and really start to build your tribe? Let’s talk about it.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
The Fine Art of Small Talk by Debra Fine
Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People by Vanessa Edwards
RESOURCES
Free Clarity Workshop: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
Free Milspouse Community: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
What Matters Most Worksheet: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Design a Life You Love: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Self-Guided Clarity Course: https://morethanamilspouse.com
Leave a Show Review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Work With Me: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
It can be easy to focus on the hard parts of military life: the deployments, the frequent moves, the lonliness and starting over trying to build community. Sometimes we wonder how this life will affect us in the long run. And how will it affect our children?
Today’s conversation is a celebration of the good that can come out of this lifestyle. I sit down with two women who grew up in the military lifestyle, who met in high school in Germany, and who are still best friends two decades later. We discuss their most recent project, and how it is both a reflection on and a tribute to growing up military.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Instagram: @adhrine_author
RESOURCES
WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
Free Milspouse Community: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
What Matters Most Worksheet: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Design a Life You Love: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Self-Guided Clarity Course: https://morethanamilspouse.com
Leave a Show Review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Work With Me: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Six years ago I felt stuck in a life I didn’t choose. I was tired of moving. I felt pulled in all directions. I didn’t love how I was showing up for my husband or my kids. I just desperately wanted to feel in control of my life and the direction it was headed.
Six years ago I started a daily practice that has transformed my life. No, it didn’t solve all my problems. But it did transform my outlook and the way I look at life. It impacted my relationships. It helped my mindset. It built resiliency. And it led me to do what I do today. I want that same transformation for you.
So today I’m sharing this simple practice so you too can start building your resiliency toolkit and transforming your life in under five minutes a day.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Episode 26: Frustrated By Military Life?
Episode 22: How to Practically Own Your Day So it Doesn’t Own You
Ep 163. Are You Really Resilient?
RESOURCES
WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
Free Milspouse Community: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
What Matters Most Worksheet: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Design a Life You Love: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Self-Guided Clarity Course: https://morethanamilspouse.com
Leave a Show Review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Work With Me: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Navigating the chaos, disorganization, physical demands and emotional stress can make a PCS an overwhelming experience. But it doesn’t have to be. Today’s guest is Michelle Ruesch from STACHD, an organizational moving system designed to make your next move the best one yet. In this episode we discuss:
- The problem that so many military families face
- How the idea for packing props was born
- What it took to bring the idea to life
- And how it is currently changing the game when it comes to navigating the stress of a PCS (or any move for that matter)
My hope is that you will walk away from this episode with 1. A practical understanding of how creating a business comes from identifying a problem, and creating a solution to meet that need and 2. A really practical resource to simplify and streamline your next move, whether it be across town or across the world.
Can’t wait to “unpack” this one with you!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
See STACHD in action (video of this conversation): https://youtu.be/GoQ1z-k5AtQ
Elevate Your Moving or Storage Experience: Stachd.com
WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
RESOURCES
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
Design a Life You Love: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Self-Guided Clarity Course: https://morethanamilspouse.com
Leave a Show Review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Work With Me: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Often in military life we talk about being resilient. We say that our kids are resilient. But honestly I don’t love that statement. Today we’re going to talk about why.
We’ll unpack what resilience really is, common myths and misconceptions about resilience, how to know if you are really resilient, and what you can actually do to build resilience.
Plus, I’ll share my own personal travel experience gone horribly wrong this summer, and how I had to dig down deep to practice the skills I’ve been cultivating. Can’t wait to unpack this one together!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Ep 75: 7 Ways to Become a More Resilient Milspouse (And Thrive Despite Challenges)
Ep 138: Optimize Your Sleep, Energy, and Stress Resilience to Live Your Most Vibrant Life
RESOURCES
WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
Self-Guided Clarity Course: https://morethanamilspouse.com
Leave a Show Review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
WORK WITH ME: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
The longer I am a milspouse, the more I appreciate the supportiveness of our global military spouse community. There are so many resources that are available to help you and I thrive as military spouses. And yet, sometimes it can be challenging to find those resources. That’s why I’m excited to bring you today’s conversation with the Executive Director of Mission: Milspouse, Dr. Sharita Knobloch.
Formerly known as the Army Wife Network, Mission: Milspouse recently rebranded and launched as a 501c3 nonprofit. Mission:Milspouse exists to globally empower military spouses with resources, supporting them to conquer adversity, foster confidence, and thrive in this military life.
Sharita is an Army spouse of over twelve years, mama of two, and a dissertation chair in the department of community care and counseling at Liberty University. In 2020, she was named the Armed Forces Insurance Fort Bliss Spouse of the Year.
In this episode we discuss:
- What Sharita did to force herself to be less “cranky & negative” as a military spouse
- The beauty of embracing each season of life
- Behind the scenes of the Mission:Milspouse rebrand
- The importance of having something for yourself
- Ways to fuel yourself (and your calling)
You’ll want to take some notes for this one!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mission-milspouse-podcast/id1496622370
GET CONNECTED
FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
FEELING OVERWHELMED? WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE: https://morethanamilspouse.com
UNSTUCK COACHING: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
It’s the time of year when kids head back to school. When many of us find ourselves living in new locations. Or having the opportunity to move back into a regular routine.
This makes it the perfect time to reflect on how we want to spend our time and energy in the coming months. So today I’m sharing 5 questions to help you evaluate what matters most and how you want to spend your time, so that you can set some healthy boundaries and determine what you will say yes to and no to in the coming weeks.
Can’t wait to chat with you!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
Help the podcast grow. Leave a show review: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Other episodes:
Ep 59. Too Much On Your Plate? My #1 Productivity Tip to Reclaim Your Schedule
Ep 147. How to Carve Out Time for What Matters
FEELING STUCK? WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP:
https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
FEELING OVERWHELMED? WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE: https://morethanamilspouse.com
UNSTUCK COACHING: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
At some point in life, you’ve probably thought to yourself, I would love to…
- Prioritize my health
- Run that race
- Go on that trip
- Go back to school
- Start that business or side hustle
Sometimes it’s just not the right time. But sometimes you tell yourself you don’t have time to do the thing, when, in reality, it’s not about the time or the season. It’s about your level of motivation.
In this episode, we are unpacking the topic of motivation:
- What motivation is
- How to know if motivation is the real issue
- Identifying what’s behind the lack of motivation
- How to ignite motivation in your life as a milspouse (so you can finally achieve your goals)
Let’s do this!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONS
FREE CLARITY CALL: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
RESOURCES
FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE: https://morethanamilspouse.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
You know the challenges of finding a job as a military spouse. You love the idea of being able to start your own business and work from home. But if you’re not a baker or a crafter, what can you do?
Today’s guest can answer that question. Karamel McCoy is a veteran military spouse, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, the founder of Women Travel Abroad, cohost of the top 1% podcast, CEO Chronicalx, a business mentor and the owner of a co-working space in Kansas City. Whew!
Karamel is a firm believer that you have more expertise than you think! It might just take thinking a little outside the box. As a serial entrepreneur, Karamel has done everything from working a traditional job, to creating lip balm, starting a tax preparation service, and creating gift baskets. She once even tried her hand at starting a catering business (you’ll have to listen to hear how that one ended).
In this episode, we discuss:
- How to figure out what you have to offer
- How to pivot (and why it’s okay to let go of something good)
- What to do when you feel stuck
- Options for monetizing
- The first three action steps Karamel believes you should take
- Why your unique work history (or lack therof) can actually be an advantage
With decades of experience and lessons learned, Karamel is excited to share her expertise and help other military spouses feel empowered to take action and start something new.
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Connect with Karamel
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ceo-chronicles/id1602413295
https://karamelmccoy.teachable.com/p/home
Free Clarity Call: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
RESOURCES
WATCH THE FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP:
https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY
https://milspousemastermind.com/community
FEELING OVERWHELMED? WHAT MATTERS MOST WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE: https://morethanamilspouse.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Welcome to the middle of summer. When the newness and excitement of the change of pace that summer often brings starts to wear off. When we’re halfway through that PCS. Or trying to meet new friends. Or we’re ready for the kids to go back to school…but we still have another month to go.
Welcome to the time of year when our stress and anxiety levels often start to creep upwards. On this episode, we’re going to talk about four things we can do to reduce our stress & anxiety levels.
We’ll discuss:
- The 4-pillar framework for a fulfilling life
- How the four pillars work to reduce your overwhelm, stress and anxiety
- How to cultivate these skills in your own life
- Why it’s so important to share this framework with others
If you’re feeling a little more on edge this summer, give this episode a listen!
Better Together,
Christine
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
UNSTUCK COACHING: milspousemastermind.com/unstuck
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY: https://milspousemastermind.com/community
RESOURCES:
FREE CLARITY WORKSHOP: https://milspousemastermind.com/workshop
VALUES WORKSHEET: https://milspousemastermind.com/values
DESIGN A LIFE YOU LOVE: https://milspousemastermind.com/growthwheel
CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE: https://morethanamilspouse.com
LEAVE A SHOW REVIEW: https://milspousemastermind.com/show