• Surrendering Control: A Mother's Challenge
    Feb 13 2025

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    In this episode of The Connected Mom podcast, host Becky Harling engages in a heartfelt conversation with author Cristina Wright about the challenges and emotional journey of launching children into adulthood. They discuss the importance of surrendering control, empowering kids to make their own choices, and the significance of emotional health for mothers. Cristina shares insights from her own experiences and emphasizes the need for mothers to discover their purpose beyond parenting, while also allowing themselves to grieve the changes that come with their children growing up.

    Cristina's new book: Launch Them Well: A Mom's Journey of Surrender and Purpose

    Wife and mother of two, Cristina Wright is a former homeschool mom turned book editor and writer who loves riding motorcycles, waterskiing, and running. She is a lover of Jesus, tacos, and books. As a Texas native who loves her life in Colorado, Cristina likes to say she is Texas deep and Colorado tall. Launch Them Well is her first book. Learn more and connect with Cristina at www.launchthemwell.com.


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    34 mins
  • Delighting in Jesus in Motherhood
    Feb 6 2025

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    In this episode of the Connected Mom podcast, host Becky Harling engages in a heartfelt conversation with Asheritah Ciuciu, a bestselling author and speaker. They explore themes of motherhood, joy, and the nature of God, emphasizing the importance of delighting in Jesus amidst life's challenges. Asheritah shares her personal journey as a missionary kid, the impact of family dynamics on faith, and the need to redefine spiritual disciplines as invitations to experience God's love. The episode concludes with a prayer of blessing for mothers, encouraging them to find joy and connection in their relationship with God.

    Asheritah book: Delighting in Jesus

    https://www.asheritah.com


    Asheritah is a bestselling author, national speaker, and missional entrepreneur. She is also a wife and mom, daughter, sister, and friend. And a recovering perfectionist.



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    36 mins
  • From the Middle East to Biblical Fiction
    Jan 30 2025

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    In this episode of the Connected Mom podcast, host Becky Harling engages in a heartfelt conversation with author Tessa Afshar. They explore themes of connection with God, personal testimonies of faith, the challenges of anxiety, and the importance of hospitality. Tessa shares her journey from a non-practicing Muslim background to discovering Jesus through dreams and the love of Christian friends. They also discuss Tessa's writing career, focusing on biblical fiction and how it brings scripture to life, while emphasizing the need for rest and grace in the lives of mothers.

    Tessa's Book - Pearl in the Sand
    - The Rested Soul


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    36 mins
  • Everyday Prayers of Love
    Jan 23 2025

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    Have you ever thought about the Bible as God’s love letter to you? Join Becky and Rachael Adams as they have a conversation about biblical love and practical ways to live out love for others.

    Rachael’s newest book: Everyday Prayers for Love: Learning to Love God, Others, and Even Yourself

    Rachael Adams was sitting in a church pew one Sunday morning when a love offering envelope caught her eye. She sensed the Lord whisper to her heart, “You are My love offering. I’ve given you My love. Now how are you going to give My love to those around you?” Rachael’s heart overflowed; she felt a burning desire to help others feel God’s precious gift.

    In Everyday Prayers for Love: Learning to Love God, Others, and Even Yourself, Rachael extends the tender invitation from a loving God to His beloved. She explores the concept of biblical love and then guides readers through practical ways to live out love for others.

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    26 mins
  • The Journey from Darkness to Light: One woman’s amazing story
    Jan 16 2025

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    Kenza grew up in a Muslim household and practiced the pillars of Islam. Jesus appeared to her in a dream, and her life has never been the same. Join Kenza and Becky as they discuss the journey from darkness to light.

    The Three Enemies of Your Mental Health: Gain Lasting Victory Over the Devil, the Flesh, and the World

    The Ex-Muslim's Guide to Christianity

    Kenza Haddock is a Christian author, licensed professional counselor supervisor and a board certified pastoral counselor. She is the co-owner of Oceanic Counseling Group LLC, an outpatient mental health agency headquartered in South Carolina. Haddock is a sought-after speaker—she has spoken at conferences and churches, and she has been featured in dozens of news channels, including ABC 15, podcasts, and other media outlets for her expertise in Christian counseling.

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    33 mins
  • The Three Essential Gifts for Mothers
    Jan 9 2025

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    In this episode of the Connected Mom podcast, Becky Harling shares heartfelt insights on motherhood, focusing on three essential gifts that mothers can give their children: being present, expressing gratitude, and praying for them. She emphasizes the importance of intentionality in relationships, the transformative power of gratitude, and the vital role of prayer in parenting. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, Becky encourages mothers to embrace their journey with confidence and connection.


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    21 mins
  • Caregiving with Grit and Grace
    Jan 2 2025

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    Are you a caregiver? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed? Join Becky and Jessica Ronne as they discuss caregiving with grace and grit.

    Jessica's book: Caregiving with Grit and Grace: 100 Days of Hope and Encouragement-Wisdom and Refreshment for Every Season of Life

    Jess Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host, documentary producer at caregiverdoc.com, and caregiver advocate. She is founder and executive director of The Lucas Project—a non-profit dedicated to providing recognition and respite for special needs families. She and her husband Ryan live in Michigan with their 8 children, including their son Lucas who has profound special needs. Her story of beauty from ashes has been shared on The Today Show, Daily Mail and Huffington Post and is detailed in her memoir Sunlight Burning at Midnight.




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    33 mins
  • A Slob Comes Clean
    Dec 26 2024

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    Do you feel overwhelmed with clutter and messiness? Join Becky and Dana K White discuss realistic home management strategies.

    Dana’s Book: Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House: He Cares About Your Heart

    Dana is the creator of the No Mess Decluttering Method and a Decluttering Expert. Dana teaches her strategies through her blog, podcast, and videos at ASlobComesClean.com and trains coaches in her unique decluttering process at DeclutteringCoaches.com.


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    37 mins