On this week’s episode we had the incredible honor of chatting with one of our favorite authors, whose work has literally changed millions of lives, we’re talking about the one and only, Dr. John Townsend. As a leadership expert and psychologist, John has written or co-written 30 books, selling 10 million copies, including the New York times best-seller Boundaries (which should just be required reading for adulthood, if you haven't read it yet, you’ll want to grab a copy)

We talk with Dr. Townsend about his latest project, People Fuel. We know we receive energy from good nutrition, exercise, adequate sleep and maintaining positivity. But there is another major source for the energy we need: having the right kinds of relationships with others. Not the ones that drain us, but the ones that refuel us. Dr. Townsend unpacks the types of relationships we need most and how to intentionally cultivate them in our lives. Listen in.

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On today’s episode we invited one of our very favorite entrepreneurial couples couples, Steve and Sarah Dubbeldam to join us for a conversation about believing in each other's dreams, and bringing those dreams to life.  Steve is the founder of Wilderness Collective, offering trip-of-a-lifetime adventure experiences with the intention of inspiring character development through exploration.(yes please!)  Sarah is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Darling Magazine, a quarterly publication that seeks to broaden the ideals of beauty in media by using all sizes of models and becoming the first magazine to not retouch women's bodies or skin in photos. Both Darling and Wilderness encourage men and women to discover their true identity and worth.

We chat with Steve and Sarah about how they learned to work together, take each other's dreams seriously, and begin to bring those dreams to life.  They share the vital rhythms they practice in their life and marriage while running two successful start ups that have kept them connected, balanced, and on the same team.  We were blown away by these two, they are wise beyond their years, and the incredible wisdom they share will inspire you to bring each other's dreams to life. Listen in.

Links + Resources Mentioned:

Wilderness Collective

Darling Media

Blue Like Jazz 

Tales of the Jazz Age

What Clients Love

Growth Hacker Marketing

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This week, we’re jumping into the world of writing and we've brought in the best of the best for you.

We’ve asked our good friend and NavPress Publisher, Mr. Don Pape to join us. With over 30 years in the business, Don has published over a dozen New York Times best-sellers and worked with incredible authors such as Francis Chan, Madeline L’Engle, and Eugene Peterson. Don is one of the most humble, authentic, wise people you could hope to encounter and the advice he shares on writing your story will encourage and motivate you to bring that book in you to life.

We talk with Don about what makes the difference between life changing books verses those destined for the landfill, how to look at your life in a different way, and uncover the story within you worth sharing. As you listen, we hope you’ll be encouraged to pick up the pen and begin to share it with those who need to hear it. You have a story within you, trust God with the results, and just begin.

Resources Mentioned:

Crazy Love
Walking on Water
A Severe Mercy
Bad Girls of the Bible
Long Obedience in the Same Direction
The Message
The Wired Soul

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A few short months ago, Chris and I had the incredible honor of sitting down with the lovely Jan Peterson, wife of beloved author Eugene Peterson, for what none of us realized would be her very last interview. Shortly after our time together, her health began a rapid decline, and she went home to be with Jesus on Friday, May 10, 2019.

To say we were blessed by our time with Jan would be a vast understatement. It is a gift we will treasure forever. Jan had us cracking up, tearing up, and in complete awe of a life well lived.

So today, we celebrate Jan and Eugene, and all they taught us through their life together of what it truly means to live life well. Listen in.

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On today’s episode, we had the wonderful honor of sitting down with the one and only Margaret Feinberg. If you've never heard Margaret before you're in for such a treat today. She's recently been named one of Christianity Today’s top women shaping culture, she's a beloved Bible teacher, and author of several best selling books including her latest project we’re chatting about today, Taste and See.

Margaret shares with us the transforming power of gathering around the table, simple tips to create an environment where meaningful relationships can develop, and how we can recover the lost art of slowing down to share a meaningful, life giving meal together around our kitchen tables. Listen in.

Resources Mentioned:

Taste & See 

Food & Faith 

Jumpstart My Writing

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What a treat we have for today's episode. If you’ve listened to this podcast for very long at all, you’ve heard me, quoting, almost weekly, the one and only, Eugene Peterson. Just in case anyone is unfamiliar with Eugene Peterson, he was a very much beloved American Pastor, professor, author and poet who passed away in 2018. Eugene wrote over 30 books including The Message, which is a beautiful paraphrasing translation of the Bible into modern everyday language.
On today’s episode, we had the incredible honor of sitting down with Eugene’s sweetheart of 60 years, Janice Peterson, as she shares her story, the journey of discovering her own calling, how she met and fell in love with Eugene, and some of her favorite moments with him over their 60 years together. She is an absolute JOY! This conversation was just a GIFT, and we hope and pray you will settle in with your coffee or tea and soak up every sweet story and incredible word of wisdom she shares. Enjoy!

LIFE CHANGING READ:

The Message 

LIFE CHANGING HABIT:

Practicing Prayer Time , Silence

ADVICE TO THE YOUNGER YOU:

“Pay attention to your internal life, and try to hear what God is saying… what He is calling you to do and be .”

CONNECT WITH JAN:

Becoming Gertrude          NavPress

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On today’s episode we’re talking with our new friend, Kellye Fabian.   Kellye is an incredible author, teacher, and pastor at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, IL.  A few months ago, way back to Episode 33, we had a wonderful conversation with our friend Aaron Niequist, who introduced us all to our latest addiction, The Practice gathering podcast. One of our very favorite episodes features our guest today, Kellye Fabian who teaches all about the life changing practice of asking sacred questions in our time with God.  It is our prayer that as you listen today, not only will you enjoy Kellye's incredible story and wisdom, but that you will also put into practice this powerful habit of asking sacred questions.  Listen in.

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On today’s episode we’re talking with Kyle Idleman. Kyle is the Teaching Pastor at Southeast Christian in Louisville, KY, best selling author of six books, including his latest project we are chatting about with him today, Don't Give Up.  Anyone can start something, but the fruit is in the not giving up. Kyle encourages us to run the race, chase the call, and never give up. Listen in.

Books Mentioned:
Not a Fan 
Don't Give Up

Dare to Lead

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On today’s episode we're talking about how to stay crazy in love with best selling author and speaker for Proverbs 31 Ministries, Karen Ehman.  What if the marriage you've always wanted could be the one you already have?  Karen shares with us how to recover that passion, the power of consistently showing up, how to find your unique calling as a couple, avoiding the trap of joy stealing comparison, and so much more.   If you’re hoping to hold on to the spark in your marriage or looking to recover what was lost, this episode is for you. Listen in.

Books Mentioned:
Keep Showing Up
Soul Keeping
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On today’s episode we invited one of our new favorite author, speaker, podcasters Emily P. Freeman, to join us for a conversation about the practice of decision making. Emily is a bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Next Right Thing podcast where she helps create space for the soul to breathe. If you’re feeling stuck over a certain decision, you’ve weighed the options but just can’t see things clearly yet, this episode is for you. Listen in.

Books Mentioned:
The Next Right Thing – https://amzn.to/2VBCNFA
In the Name of Jesus – https://amzn.to/2SEKIA9
LIW Recommended Resources – https://letsliveitwell.com/resources

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