THE CONNECTED MOM PODCAST: Finding Strength to Overcome Life’s Obstacles – with Lori Vober
Lori Vober, a stroke survivor (at age twenty-nine,) is a walking miracle and we guarantee that her journey of faith and perseverance will encourage you.
Becky Harling is an author, speaker, mentor, and lover of Jesus Christ. She inspires and gives women the tools to awaken hope so that they become more resilient in the face of life’s hurts, confident in the face of life’s challenges, and joyful in any life circumstance.
Lori Vober, a stroke survivor (at age twenty-nine,) is a walking miracle and we guarantee that her journey of faith and perseverance will encourage you.
Holley Gerth is the host of the More Thank Small Talk podcast and is the co-owner of The Potentialist Agency. She is also a mother and grandmother and we’re excited to talk with her today about helping our kids who are introverted by design.
It seems so many need hope right now. By the end of this podcast, you’ll feel like you have a new friend…and new encouragement.
let this conversation encourage you to embrace—and activate—the opportunities that come along with parenting your children.
It’s a topic that is hard to talk through…but even harder to walk through. But our guest shares her story so that others can cling to hope.
In this episode, Becky and Sarah discuss the topic of prayer with guest Janet McHenry. They explore the concept of praying personalities and how each person is wired differently when it comes to prayer. This is a NO-judgment zone and meant to encourage you!
Daughter-Mom team, Calyn and Blythe Daniel join us to talk about friendships…specifically with tween girls. Tween relationships can be a little sticky, so listen in!
Sharon Jaynes shares insights on praying for different areas of a child’s life, starting with the mind and going down to the feet.
Today, Becky speaks to Keri Spring about the impact of bullying, the loss of a child, and the importance of forgiveness and faith in her healing journey.
This conversation highlights the importance of recognizing warning signs and asking for help when needed. Be encouraged to rely on God’s strength in every season of life.
Sometimes, life is so heavy that it seems hard to hold onto our faith. Have you been there? You’re not alone.
In this episode, we talk with author Judy Dunagan about how moms can step away from fear and pray Scripture over their children and lives. Judy shares many practical steps, some of which come from her newest book, The Loudest Roar. The book came out of an honest question Judy asked God, “Why does the enemy have so much power?”
Trusting in God can’t happen without knowing that He is trustworthy.
Carol Kent had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. She also shares the refreshing truth that we can never give up on HOPE…regardless of how life goes. We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
Balance sounds good…but is it really possible to achieve as a busy mom? Lisa Grimes takes time to show us different kinds of “balls” that are in our lives and how we can keep balance
You make time for so many tasks as a mom. But we’re here to remind you that finding time to have JOY in your life is critical.
In this episode, we talk with an “expert” in anxiety––Becky herself! We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
Motherhood is a journey filled with ups and downs…so how can we keep the journey fun? Join Becky and Sarah as they talk with Victoria Lydon about how she kept FUN in her family…despite single parenting, homeschooling, and living on a tight budget.
There’s a lot of talk about “Self Care,” but we want to lean in on care for your soul. Join us as we talk with Edie Melson as she talks about how we can use creativity to connect with God.
If you’re a single mom…or you’re the friend of a single mom, listen in for practical encouragement from a mom who knows that road.
It takes so much wisdom to be a mom…even when your kids are adults. SO many decisions and interactions in motherhood require big-time wisdom!
Novelist Nicole Deese joins us and talks about how she writes her fictional characters to overcome life’s real challenges.
The tragedy and heartbreak that have hit our guest, Janet Perez Eckles, is just devastating. But you’ve never heard of a more joy-filled, resilient person. Listen in as Janet tells her story…with the JOY only God can bring.
According to the statistics, anxiety and fear are at an all-time high, and many of our kids are struggling! Our guest, Michelle Nietert discusses ways that we can help our kids through fear (and sometimes that means handling our own fear first.).
We know praying for our families is important. But how do we do that? Join us as Becky and Sarah talk with Tara Furman about the importance of being a praying mom and find encouragement to fight for your family…with prayer!
Heather Holleman’s book, “This Seat’s Saved,” deals with middle school issues in fiction form…perfect for daughters and moms to discuss tricky situations…including rejection at the lunch table.
Join us for a conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee with thoughts behind her super creative journaling book, “Stuff I’d Only Tell God.” You need this in your life!
Join us for a conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee with thoughts behind her super creative journaling book, “Stuff I’d Only Tell God.” You need this in your life!
We kick off this season chatting with Caris Snider about how moms (and grandmas!) can use time in the CAR LINE (of all places) to deepen our relationship with God.
As parents, we need to emphasize connection more than correction. But how can we do that? Becky shares how we can become better listeners to connect with our kids.
In this episode, we talk with author Judy Dunagan about how moms can step away from fear and pray Scripture over their children and lives. Judy shares many practical steps, some of which come from her newest book, The Loudest Roar. The book came out of an honest question Judy asked God, “Why does the enemy have so much power?”
Carol Kent had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. She also shares the refreshing truth that we can never give up on HOPE…regardless of how life goes. We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
Perfectionism in motherhood can really be strong. If you’re ready to break away from mindsets that hold you down, this is the podcast for you.
Spoiler Alert! Yes, rest is possible for mamas…but it may not look how you think. Join us for this super-practical episode with Dr. Saundra about different kinds of rest and how you can get some…and must!
One of the hardest challenges for parents is dealing with our kids’ BIG emotions. We want to help you—and today’s episode is packed with practical advice that can help you and your child deal with the big emotions that come our way.
In this day and age, fear and anxiety for mamas are on the rise. School shootings have increased. There are strange illnesses out there, like monkeypox?! There’s so much that we have to let go of as mamas. Right?
Carol had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. Carol also stayed committed to keeping her connection with God alive, even with baby steps.
Becky and Sarah had the privilege of talking with Lucinda Secrest McDowell in December 2022. Shockingly, it was one of the last interviews she gave before her death…and we cherish the time we had with her talking about being “soul strong.” This is one of our favorite episodes we’re resharing as we talk about deepening our connection with God.
In this super practical episode, Becky and Sarah discuss the real challenge of loneliness as a mom…and offer some suggestions to help move you from loneliness to connection. And we believe connection brings joy!
Let’s be real. Moms often feel like there’s not enough time to get it all done. This is such a helpful, practical episode addressing *time* in motherhood.
Wait! Can “peaceful” and “discipline” co-exist in parenting? Join us in this “Grace Space,” where we acknowledge the difficulty of disciplining our kiddos without drama.
Alicia Michelle shares her experience as a NeuroCoach. Here’s your reminder that thought patterns obsessed with perfection CAN change. There is hope!
Join us for a “girlfriend gathering” as we chat about how to have genuine relationships…connecting us with fellow moms…and how that can bring JOY. Becky just published a new book on this topic, so we chat with her about her intent for this book and what she learned in the process.
Goodness! Our world can have a million distractions away from what really matters. Even good things take our attention and energy. Do you feel this as a mom? If so, this episode is for you.
Spoiler Alert! Yes, rest is possible for mamas…but it may not look how you think. Join us for this super-practical episode with Dr. Saundra about different kinds of rest and how you can get some…and must!
Laine Lawson Craft shares her story of praying for all 3 of her prodigal children and the lessons she learned through these difficult times. Her story of God’s working in her kids’ life reminds us that no one is ever too far from God’s power and redemption.
Did you know that Jesus’ prayer includes 6 invitations to know God more deeply? In this episode, Becky practically walks through how we can help our children understand the Lord’s prayer…and why it’s so important!
Today we talk with Jillian Benfield about her journey of shock, grieving, and discovery in parenting a child with special needs. Her honesty and perspective give HOPE for families who grapple with life’s unexpected twists and turns…and encouragement on how God can use and transform you through the unexpected!
Today’s episode with guest Amber Lia is a conversation about triggers and anger in parenthood…and practical advice on what you can do to change.
How do we best talk about race and cultural differences with our kids? We should…but sometimes we avoid it because we aren’t sure what to say. Listen in! We’re thankful to discuss this important topic with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.
We glean some amazing tips and encouragement from our guest, Dr. Gregory Jantz. Dr. Jantz has written extensively and even has a book on this topic, The Power of Connection: Maximize Your Health and Happiness with Close Relationships.
The word “theology” can freak people out. But don’t run away! As a mama, we want to help you understand “theology”—the study of God and why it’s so important as we parent. That’s why we have two amazing guests on today who wrote a book to equip parents with theology in a visually engaging way.
Becky and our guest, Laura Acuña, share their stories of battling body image and yo-yo dieting that left them feeling defeated…and even impacted their families. Listen in as we dive into this important topic of understanding the roots of disordered eating and turn to the hope found in God’s Word.
This week we’re talking about marriage and why it’s so important to keep your marriage alive in the parenting journey.
Today we’re continuing our series on mental health issues . . . and specifically when it affects your spouse. We’re talking to Becky’s dear friend Tracy Arntzen about finding hope when mental health issues enter your marriage. We chat about how to stay connected with God and your husband and also help your kids through that battle.
Today we’re talking about teen depression—what to look for and what to do when you identify that a teen you love may be depressed. With all that is going on in our world, it’s so important to recognize the warning signs and have a plan when depression enters the picture.
Postpartum depression is considered the number one complication of childbirth. Listen in as we dive into these very real issues and how they can affect us and those we love. Ashley Hudson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, joins us for a very real, practical episode. “You deserve to feel better.”
Our guest Jenny Randle, an Emmy®-award-winning editor, is here to remind us that creativity comes in all forms . . . and our kids may express creativity in a variety of ways. Join us as we identify creative “killers” and glean a few ideas on how you can foster creativity in your child(ren).
As moms, we want to do all we can to avoid hard times for our family. On today’s podcast, we chat with Grace Fox about what we can do when those hard times inevitably come and keep hope alive.
Our special guest Lucinda Secrest McDowell talks with us about her book Soul Strong: 7 Keys to a Vibrant Life. These concepts are a great way to begin 2023. Make it the year where you go deeper in your connection with God.
The demands of motherhood can leave us feeling exhausted and like we hardly have the emotional energy to pull out our Bibles or have a long prayer time. Running between activities, events, and work can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we get really practical and specific about helping mamas connect with God.
Our special guest Lucinda Secrest McDowell talks with us about her book Soul Strong: 7 Keys to a Vibrant Life. These concepts are a great way to begin 2023. Make it the year where you go deeper in your connection with God.
In this episode, we talk with author Judy Dunagan about how moms can step away from fear and pray Scripture over their children and lives. Judy shares many practical steps, some of which come from her newest book, The Loudest Roar. The book came out of an honest question Judy asked God, “Why does the enemy have so much power?”
Carol Kent had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. She also shares the refreshing truth that we can never give up on HOPE…regardless of how life goes. We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
In this episode, we talk with an “expert” in anxiety––Becky herself! We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
In 365 Ways to Love Your Child, Julie Lavender encourages moms, dads, and anyone who works with children to show kids every day with simple but meaningful gestures and activities how very much they are loved. Join Julie in expressing tangible acts of love to show your kids they are valued by their parents and, most especially, by God.
In the busyness of the holidays, we can easily lose sight of why celebrations matter. In this episode, Becky reminds us that celebrations were actually God’s idea. So, it’s worth spending some time thinking about how celebrations and traditions build connections in our family and even our faith.
Sometimes these BIG emotions can interrupt family life and leave us feeling disconnected. We want to help you—and today’s episode is packed with practical advice that can help you and your child deal with the big emotions that come our way.
Today Becky shares lots of ideas to make gratitude fun at any age–from toddlers to high schoolers. We even throw in a few tips for grandparents!
In this episode, we discuss so much! Starting your own business. Managing a budget (not a bad word!). Wise handling of debt. And how to make the best of our crazy economy. Plus, our guest, Katelyn Swiatek, shares about her home-based business for women who love fashion and also want to be wise with money.
In this episode, Becky gives some great ideas on how to make time around the dinner table a fun time (you read that right—fun!). It doesn’t have to be stressful. It can be fun.
You’re in for a treat! Becky and Sarah interview Will Daniel, a sixth-grade author, and his mom, Blythe Daniel. Will wrote a book with more than 400 laughs, and he shares a few on this podcast! You’re guaranteed to laugh while listening and also gather some encouragement from Blythe on how important it is to cultivate humor in the home.
As moms, our tendency to compare erodes our connection with God, our fellow moms, and our kids, which is precisely the opposite of what we hope to do on this podcast. Becky shares life-giving truths from Scripture—it’s less about being an *achiever* and more about being an *abider.*
The truth is, comparing can damage our relationship with God, fellow moms, and our kids. Listen in as Becky encourages moms to embrace where their kids are and instead lean into helpful, biblical strategies of kicking comparison to the curb!
Relationships between mothers and daughters can be messy and hurtful. But they don’t have to stay that way! Join us as we discuss healing from mother wounds with a very special mother/daughter team, Dr. Helen Mcintosh, and her daughter, Blythe Daniel.
“We’re all broken, Mamas. And we all make mistakes. So I really want our listeners to get that because you are not going to be able to do it perfectly. We have Jesus because we’re broken. And so we continually need to go back to Jesus.” — Becky Harling
Military families face unique challenges that Megan Brown helps us understand in this episode. Listen in to understand how military families can stay connected . . . and how non-military friends can love and care for families who serve.
As parents, we need to emphasize connection more than correction. But how can we do that? Becky shares how we can become better listeners to connect with our kids.
In this episode, we talk with author Judy Dunagan about how moms can step away from fear and pray Scripture over their children and lives. Judy shares many practical steps, some of which come from her newest book, The Loudest Roar. The book came out of an honest question Judy asked God, “Why does the enemy have so much power?”
Carol Kent had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. She also shares the refreshing truth that we can never give up on HOPE…regardless of how life goes. We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
In this episode, we talk with an “expert” in anxiety––Becky herself! We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.
In this episode, we talk with an “expert” in anxiety––Becky herself! We’ll share encouragement and tips on how to turn our panic into praise.