Everyday Mormon Girl

Episode 53 and Beyond

In this episode, I sit down with Madeline Anderson for an incredibly inspiring conversation about Mama Packs For Kenya, her non-profit organization which provides postpartum essentials for new mothers in Kenya. Together, we discuss: • The fact that we all have a personal ministry, although sometimes we may not realize what it is. • The importance of learning to forgive yourself. • How others can get involved with Mama Packs For Kenya and support this amazing cause. Links: https://mamapacksforkenya.org/ https://www.facebook.com/mamapacksforkenya https://www.instagram.com/mamapacksforkenya

#52- Hearts Turned to Kenya with Madeline Anderson

In this episode, I sit down with the lovely Rosie Card who shares the incredible story of her modeling career and why she decided to quit. We discuss her ventures in starting her own business and her latest endeavor of authoring a book. We also talk about: • The importance of not being overly cautious when heading down a new path, and simply allowing the Savior to lead us. • Accepting our current situations as what God wants for us, regardless of whether or not it is what we had once hoped for ourselves. • Acknowledging that we can honor ourselves without being prideful. Links: Qnoor.com instagram.com/qnoor_templedress/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/qnoorsisterhood https://www.amazon.com/Model-Mormon-Fighting-Self-worth-Independent/dp/1462122086/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524776362&sr=8-1&keywords=model+mormon https://twitter.com/rosemarycard

#51- Becoming Your Own Model Mormon with Rosie Card

This week, I am joined by the incredibly fun and inspiring Maria Eckersley. We cover a multitude of topics including: her life as an avid blogger, standing by her husband in his journey through cancer, and some of her favorite “mom hacks”. We also discuss: • How she avoids getting lost in the repetitiveness of everyday motherhood. • The importance of trusting Heavenly Father’s plans and His timing for you. • Taking life one task at a time, and having faith that God will allow the rest to fall into place. Links: Maria’s site: MeckMom.com Instagram: @meckmomlife Facebook: facebook.com/meckmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mariaeckersley

#50- Faith, Family, and Fun with Maria Eckersley

This week, I am joined by the lovely Kimmie Frasure. Kimmie is a recent convert to the LDS Church and she shares her inspirational conversion story, her unique perspective on the gospel, and some of her struggles with mental health. We also discuss: • Acknowledging that oftentimes Heavenly Father is not going to simply get rid of our problems, but rather we should ask him to help us get through them. • How we can best support new converts in the church. • The importance of learning our roots and how doing so can help us build our testimony.

#49- Overcoming Challenges Through the Gospel with Kimmie Frasure

This week, I am joined by the lovely Allison Pineda. Allison is a labor and delivery nurse who has also experienced infertility. She shares her story and offers a message of hope for those who are currently struggling. Together, we also talk about: • How most women who suffer from infertility do so in silence. • The power of sharing our experiences and how it helps us to process them and eventually be grateful for them. • The importance of leaving our comfort zone.

#48- Baby Steps to Big Miracles with Allison Pineda

In this episode, I sit down for an amazing conversation with Kristin Hess. She talks about the various challenges her family was faced with that forced her to transition from being a stay-at-home mom to being a full-time working mom. We also discuss: • How to cope when life doesn’t pan out as we hoped it would. • The difficulty in trusting in the bigger picture. • How important it is to follow God out of our love for Him rather than fear.

#47- Advice and Wisdom for Working Moms with Kristin Hess

In this episode, I sit down with the lovely Shannon Steffler to talk about her compelling journey as a mother en route to becoming a midwife. We share our experiences and thoughts on childbirth and motherhood and we also discuss: • The dangers of feeling shame in your womanhood. • The very real challenges of finding “balance” in our lives. • How childbirth can be a refiners fire.

#46- Rejoicing in Pregnancy and Childbirth with Shannon Steffler

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Becky Squire to discuss the dangerous implications of placing church leaders on a pedestal. We share some of our personal experiences and insights, and we also talk about: • The important notion that God can do remarkable things with imperfect people. • The fact that there is a time and place for blind faith, but it is always wise to consult the Lord and ask for confirmation. • What it means to have “pillars” in your testimony and the importance of keeping them in the forefront of your mind. Links: Website: beckysquire.com Instagram: instagram.com/beckysquire Facebook: facebook.com/beckysquireblog Twitter: twitter.com/beckysquire

#45- The Hazard of Heroizing Church Leaders with Becky Squire

This week, I am joined by Deanna Young, an amazing mother and also an aspiring fiction writer. Deanna shares some valuable insight into her experiences raising a child with autism. She also discusses how she’s recently been able to pursue her lifelong dream of being an author. Together we also talk about: • How she has learned to cope with the uncertainty of her son’s future. • The importance of not judging people based on our first impressions, and realizing that there could be much more going on beneath the surface. • How having a creative outlet can help maintain your own personal identity in addition to being a mother.

#44- Autism: The Unexpected Plot Twist In An Aspiring Writer's Own Life with Deanna Young

This week, I am joined by the wonderful Rebecca Laughlin who shares her incredibly powerful and emotional story of sexual abuse, family trauma, loss of a loved one, and failed relationships. Rebecca’s journey has been full of tragedy and despair, but she has found hope in Heavenly Father. Together, we discuss: • How she has been able to maintain an eternal perspective despite all the tragedies she has endured. • The power of having a prayer journal, and how that has helped her connect with the Lord. • How her experiences are making her a powerful messenger for Jesus Christ.

#43- The Power and Gift of Change with Rebecca Laughlin

This week, I am joined once again by the amazing Sherrill Moody. In our previous discussion, Sherrill told the emotional story of losing two of her children. In this interview, she shares what happened in the months that followed these tragic events and the many miracles she witnessed. We also discuss: • How she kept her faith in the Lord in the midst of tragedy, and how this allowed for some unique spiritual experiences. • The importance of allowing yourself to feel negative emotions in order to process them properly. • The importance of giving yourself personal grace in the grieving process. Contact information for Sherrill: sherrillannmoody@yahoo.com https://www.facebook.com/sherrillannmoody/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/EssentialHealing

#42- Kathryn's Miracles with Sherrill Moody (Part 2)

In this episode of the podcast, I am joined by my dear friend Becky Edwards for a wonderful and uplifting interview. Becky shares a lot of valuable insight about letting the light into our lives and driving out the dark. Together we discuss: • The importance of paying close attention to the media we let into our homes, and being aware of what brings light or dark. • Some specific tips for how to seek out good media. • What “heaven journaling” is, and how you can apply this method to your personal prayer time.

#41- Light and Personal Revelation with Becky Edwards

In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Cindy Stevenson. Cindy shares how she found the Book of Mormon, how it led to her conversion, and how it has changed her life. We also discuss: • The story of how she and her husband discovered the Book of Mormon at the exact same time, without each other knowing. • The many ways she’s seen the hand of the Lord at work in her life. • The importance of helping others without expecting anything in return.

#40- A Life Changed by the Book of Mormon with Cindy Stevenson

This week, I am joined by the amazing Shaunna Thompson. Shaunna had a son who passed away due to an accidental overdose. She shares her compelling and emotional story of how the Lord helped her through this incredibly hard time in her life. We also discuss: • The dangerous trap (that many parents of an addicted child fall into) of forgetting to properly tend to their other children. • The process that her and her husband went through in surrendering their son to Heavenly Father. • The fact that, no matter how difficult the situation is, turning away from the Lord is never an option. • The importance of turning to the Lord, even on the most mundane days.

#39- Chasing Peace with Shaunna Thompson

A weekly podcast where Lindsay Spear interviews LDS women from all walks of life, sharing stories of everyday faith, hope, and courage. A reminder that we are not alone in our journeys, and that with God at the helm all the ordinary moments add up to extraordinary lives. This is a podcast for the Everyday Mormon Girl...still learning, still striving, and still recognizing that "all things work together for good to them that love God."

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