All Our Little Messes
Tune into All Our Little Messes for an uplifting journey around everyday messes, from the personal to the political. Each episode explores one tiny mess through the honest stories of real people, to build hope and community. We know life is hard. We know it can be lonely. And it can be the loneliest for people who find themselves breaking toxic family cycles, processing religious trauma, or experiencing mental health problems. I believe that it doesn't have to be this way. We don't have to be alone anymore. Join our growing community of survivors as we go on a journey of healing together.
Episodes
19 episodes
Episode 18: Nurturing the Self Within the Motherhood Identity
Have you ever felt like motherhood demands your entire being, leaving little room for the woman you were before? It's time we redefine what it means to be a mother without losing ourselves in the process. On today's episode of All Our Little Me...
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Episode 18
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35:42
Episode 17: The Synergy of Modern and Traditional Approaches to Emotional Wellbeing w/ Keri Cooper
Ever wondered how your morning smoothie or your night's sleep could influence your therapy sessions? Keri Cooper, an expert in holistic psychotherapy, joins us to uncover the profound connection between our daily habits and our mental health. F...
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Episode 17
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38:36
Embracing Gentle Authority: Transforming Parenthood through Reflection and Respect for the Strong-Willed Child
Navigating the tumultuous waters of parenting, I invite you on an exploration of the transformative power that comes with the arrival of new life. Following a period of personal upheaval due to pregnancy complications, my world was forever alte...
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Episode 16
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34:39
Episode 15: Proverbs 31 Unveiled: Balancing Christian Motherhood and Work Without Guilt
Do you ever find yourself wrestling with the guilt of leaving your little ones to go to work? As Christian mothers, we are often conflicted between the demands of motherhood and the necessity to earn a living. But what if I told you that you're...
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Episode 15
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28:10
Episode 14: The Troubling Messages in 'How to Train Up a Child'
You ever wonder how a book can drastically impact one's life? Join me as I recount my personal journey with the controversial book 'How to Train Up a Child'. This exploration dives head-first into the realm of corporal punishment and the cultur...
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Episode 14
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26:28
Episode 13: Breaking Free From Generational Curses: A Journey into Reshaping Family Traditions and Values
Ever felt trapped in a web of repetitive patterns that seem to haunt your family? The ones that you swore you wouldn't repeat, yet find yourself unconsciously mirroring? You are not alone. We're taking a brave expedition into the heart of gener...
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Episode 13
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28:31
Episode 12: The Destructive Power of Obligation Sex: A Wake-Up Call for Christian Marriages
What if the sexual dynamics of your marriage were fundamentally flawed? Would you be brave enough to confront the issue and find a better path? Join us as we unmask the damaging concept of obligation sex in Christian and Catholic marriages, a m...
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Episode 12
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28:25
Episode 11 - Redefining Biblical Submission: A Journey from Servitude to Respect in Marriage
Ever been told that submission in marriage means blind obedience and servitude? I once bought into this narrative, feeling stifled, unheard, and misrepresented in my marriage. But that's not the true biblical definition of submission. Join me a...
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Episode 11
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25:43
Episode 10 - Questioning "Biblical" Womanhood: From Modesty to Marriage
Ever felt crushed beneath the weight of unrealistic expectations? Have you been caught up in the dichotomy of being 'sexy' without being 'sexual', of embodying 'feminine features' without flaunting them? Welcome back to All Our Little Messes, w...
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Episode 10
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41:06
Episode 9 - Challenging Purity Culture: Empowering Children through Age-Appropriate Sex Education and Open Conversations
Did you know that the language we use, or neglect to use, to educate our children about their bodies can directly affect the safety of our young ones? It was a harsh lesson learned through a sobering story of a young girl who suffered prolonged...
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Episode 9
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41:46
Episode 8 - Purity, Modesty, and the Burden of Responsibility: A Critical Examination
Ever wondered how purity culture, a phenomenon that traces its roots back to the Victorian era, continues to influence society and women's sexuality today? Join me as we pull back the curtains on this complex and shadowed aspect of our society....
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Episode 8
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28:18
Episode 7 - The Unspoken Struggle: A Candid Conversation about Postpartum Depression with Katelyn Moreno-Miller
Depression, much like the weather, can be unpredictable and devastating. But unlike the weather, we often choose not to discuss it openly, especially when it comes to postpartum depression. This installment of All Our Little Messes is about shi...
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Episode 7
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56:02
Episode 6 - Breaking the 'Perfect Mom' Illusion: Embracing Real, Messy Motherhood
Motherhood can be a rollercoaster – moments of joy intertwined with instances of self-doubt, guilt, and pressure. We've all been there, right? Grab your tea and cozy up - let's talk about it. In this heart-to-heart episode of All Our Little Mes...
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Episode 6
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46:35
Episode 5 - Motherhood Reclaimed: Building Villages and Challenging Norms with Danika Norman
When I first became a mother, I remember feeling like an island - alone and isolated. But then I met mothers like Danika Norman, a mother of three and founder of Victory Mamas, who took a simple idea of starting a mom's group and turned it into...
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Episode 5
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53:07
Episode 4 - Shifting the Paradigm: Effective Discipline Strategies for a Harmonious Family Environment
Ready to change the dynamics at home with effective discipline strategies? We promise this episode will be a game-changer. We're breaking down the essence of discipline, revealing how it's not about punishment, but rather, a tool to shape behav...
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Episode 4
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29:11
Episode 3 - Debunking Myths in Biblical Discipline: A Deep Dive into 'Spare the Rod'
Opening your Bible to interpret the scripture can take you on a remarkable journey. But what happens when well-meaning advice like "spare the rod, spoil the child" gets lost in translation? We're on a mission to shed light on biblical parenting...
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Episode 3
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32:04
Episode 2 - Corporal Punishment in schools and at home
This episode I go deep into the history of corporal punishment and it's acceptance by society. I rant a LOT about children's rights to dignity and how we need to push for our children to be seen as more than just property to be controlled. I ta...
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Episode 2
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43:40
Episode 1 - Why I Gentle Parent
Hi Guys! Welcome to our first episode in a series on gentle parenting and also, our first episode ever! In this episode, I go over the how's and why we chose to adopt authoritative/gentle parenting. I'd also like to know your thoughts on this e...
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Episode 1
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28:59
All Our Little Messes Trailer - Who We Are and What We Do
Welcome to All Our Little Messes!! This podcast trailer gives you a brief look into what we'll be discussing over the lifetime of the podcast. I know that I've struggled with feeling alone while deconstructing beliefs and habits from ch...
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Episode 1
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