Episodes 277
Avg. Duration 22m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (51)
Since Feb 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Start Scared is the podcast for busy mamas who love their kids but feel like they've lost themselves in the chaos of motherhood. If you're ready to rediscover the woman you are outside of “Mom,” even if you're not sure where to begin, this is the place for you.


Together, we'll tackle the lies we tell ourselves, smash through the excuses holding us back, and gain the clarity we need to start showing up for ourselves unapologetically. Because, Mama, you matter—not just as a mom, but as the incredible woman God created you to be.


It’s time to take that first step toward finding yourself again. Are you ready to Start Scared?

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277. A Spontaneous Girls' Sleepover (And It Was Exactly What I Needed)

Jun 10, 2026 8m

Last Friday started with happy hour, sushi, and a fun trip to a new hat bar with friends. It ended with me unexpectedly spending the night at my friend's house, staying up until 1:30 a.m. laughing,…

276. 42 and Still Growing: What I’ve Learned About Identity, Rest, Grief, & Starting Scared

Jun 03, 2026 21m

I just turned 42 and in today's episode I am looking back on everything life has taught me so far. From motherhood and grief to rediscovering myself outside of the hats I wear, I’m sharing the…

275. When “Let Them” Applies to Your Husband Too: Learning to Step Back as a Mom and Wife

May 27, 2026 16m

A hard but beautiful conversation with a friend opened my eyes to how much control I was trying to hold onto in motherhood and marriage. In this episode, I share what it looks like to finally step…

274. The Bittersweet Goodbye to Elementary School and Watching Your Child Grow Up

May 20, 2026 17m

Bruce is graduating from 5th grade and I’m feeling alllllll the emotions. In this episode, I’m sharing the bittersweet reality of watching your child grow up, being so proud of who they’re becoming…

273. Wellness & Self Care that is Different but also an Unexpected Game Changer

May 13, 2026 13m

Last year, I tried The Tox for the first time and now it’s become one of my favorite forms of self-care. In this episode, I’m sharing my experience with lymphatic massages and facials, why I keep…

272. Peacemaker, Not Peacekeeper: What Matthew 5:9 Looks Like in Real Life

May 06, 2026 11m

Today’s episode hit me in a way I didn’t expect. I’m sharing what I took from our pastor's sermon this weekend on Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God”…

271. What Happened to My Nana in Assisted Living (A Wake-Up Call for Families)

Apr 29, 2026 14m

I’m sharing a deeply personal story about what happened to my nana in assisted living and the moment we realized something was very wrong.If you have a loved one in assisted living or memory care,…

270. We Never Planned for a Dog, But Now We Can’t Imagine Life Without Him | Max’s Gotcha Story

Apr 22, 2026 7m

We were never supposed to be a “dog family”, but now I truly can’t imagine life without Max.In this episode, I’m sharing how our rescue dog completely changed our home, slowed us down and became one…

269. Learning to Slow Down Without Guilt

Apr 15, 2026 8m

This weekend in Port O’Connor looked very different for me and it was exactly what I needed. I didn’t make a plan, I didn’t stress and I didn’t try to be productive. I read, took a nap, and just went…

268. Why Your Kid Doesn’t Have to Be the Star to Win

Apr 08, 2026 12m

This weekend at the Final Four Women's Basketball Tournament, I witnessed a powerful reminder that our kids don’t have to be the star to make an impact.After meeting the father of Sarah Graves, a…

267. When Your Child Gets Singled Out and the Mom Guilt No One Talks About

Apr 01, 2026 15m

This week tested me as a mom. During Tech Week for my son’s school musical, his ADHD challenges were on full display and so was my heart. I’m sharing what happened, the frustration of seeing him…

266. Messy Beautiful Friendship Series [PART 2]: Community is Complicated

Mar 25, 2026 15m

Community is a gift from God… but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy.In this episode, I’m sharing takeaways from a women’s conference session with Christine Hoover about why relationships in…

265. Messy Beautiful Friendship Series [PART 1]: Cultivating Friendship in Adulthood

Mar 18, 2026 14m

Friendship felt easy when we were kids. But somewhere along the way, it got complicated. In this episode, I’m sharing some of my biggest takeaways from a women’s conference session with Christine…

264. Sleepovers and Why We Don't Usually Allow Them

Mar 11, 2026 19m

Sleepovers were a huge part of my childhood but as a parent, I see them differently.In this episode, I share why our family doesn’t usually allow sleepovers, what changed my perspective over the…

263. [INTERVIEW] Listening to God’s Nudges and the Faith the Act on Them with Nichole Kirk

Mar 04, 2026 24m

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I’m sitting down with Nichole Kirk, the founder of Dear Heart, a faith-driven lifestyle brand that began as a small fundraiser and grew into a global movement.We…

262. We have a Kindergartner! HBD, Start Scared!

Feb 25, 2026 15m

🎉Start Scared is FIVE!🎉In this episode, I reflect on who I was when this podcast began, who I’ve become over 262 episodes, and the incredible community that’s grown alongside it. From listeners in…

261. Apparently 2026 is the New 2016, but it was the Year I was Surviving and Not Thriving

Feb 18, 2026 18m

Instagram says 2026 is the new 2016... So, that trend sent me straight into my camera roll. In this episode, I’m walking through my real, and honestly, a lot of forgotten 2016 memories. From…

260. Don't Wait and Let So Much Time Go By...

Feb 11, 2026 15m

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a quick weekend trip to DC to visit my college roommate, who I hadn’t seen in 16 years. From a stressful airport start to a beautifully simple weekend of conversation,…

259. A February Tradition that has Become a Year Round Reminder

Feb 04, 2026 12m

For years, every February up until Valentine's Day, I’ve put heart shaped notes on my family’s bedroom doors. They are filled with affirmations, prayers, and reminders of my love for each of them. In…

258. [INTERVIEW] How Prioritizing Your Health Changes Everything with Chelsey Hallblade

Jan 28, 2026 30m

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Chelsey Hallblade, a former ER nurse turned nutritionist, entrepreneur, and mom of two. Chelsey shares her journey from hospital burnout to building a…

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