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This episode is all about how your thinking is shaping your experience of your relationships—and how to shift it in simple, powerful ways. We talk about: Why we default to thinking the problem is “out there” How your thoughts create your emotional experience (not the other person) Why disconnection often starts internally, not externally The “House of Joy” mindset in relationships “They should be different” → creates resistance “I shouldn’t have to go first” → creates emotional gridlock “They always / they never” → creates distorted thinking “We’re just not as connected anymore” → creates more disconnection “They don’t care” → creates shutdown “This shouldn’t be this hard” → creates discouragement “This just isn’t working” → creates emotional withdrawal Thinking your highest thoughts about the people you love Creating connection intentionally (instead of waiting for it) Practicing small, meaningful moments of love and presence The 7 thoughts that create disconnection:What actually helps:Becoming the version of yourself you want to be in the relationship Why You Feel Disconnected in Your Relationships Webinar:  WEDNESDAY April 29th, at NOON eastern!  https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/connect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the reason you’re not getting the results you want… has nothing to do with your circumstances? In this episode, I’m sharing one of the most powerful concepts I’ve ever practiced and taught—how your internal state (your thoughts, emotions, and energy) is shaping everything in your life. After a transformative weekend at our House of Joy coaches retreat, I saw this truth more clearly than ever: it’s not what’s happening around you—it’s who you’re being within it. Even in the middle of hard things, you can choose a different way of showing up. This episode will gently challenge how you think about change—and invite you into a more peaceful, powerful way of living. We talk about: Why most of us believe external things need to change first How your emotional state shapes your entire life experience The difference between living in: Fear, shame, anxiety (low-energy states) Love, joy, peace, gratitude (high-energy states) How your nervous system plays into this (fight-or-flight vs. rest-and-trust) Why being around people who live at a higher level is so powerful How your “energetic signature” impacts your relationships, your work, and your results 📍 Mentioned: Dr. David Hawkins’ Map of Consciousness- https://a.co/d/0eqs43Sw  Next Level Life Coaching Summit-  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the life you want isn’t something you have to wait for… but something you can start living today? In this short but powerful episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite frameworks I teach inside Life Mentoring School: the 3-part code of your highest self. We’re talking about how to shift your thoughts, create your emotional life on purpose, and take aligned action—so you can start showing up as the version of you who already lives the life you want. This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about becoming more of who you already are. If you’ve been feeling stuck, reactive, or disconnected from the life you want… you are just going to LOVE this one.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we’re talking about how to romanticize your life in real, tangible ways—not by pretending everything is perfect, but by bringing intention and presence to what already is. Here are a few of the little things currently bringing me so much life: Travel knitting (yes, I cast on a whole sweater just for the trip ✨) Coordinated retreat goodies + planning meaningful experiences Self-coaching + journaling through hard moments My favorite oversized linen shirt (truly perfect for everything) Knitting baby bonnets for my grandbabies  Porch swing time with my grandboys Being outside as much as possible The joy of preparing for a trip Staying consistent with movement, even in a hard season We also talk about: Why you don’t need different circumstances to enjoy your life How small moments shape your overall experience Creating peace and intention—even in the middle of uncertainty 📖 Mentioned: Practicing the Presence of People by Mike Mason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a little different… and so much fun. Today Emme and I are sitting down for a lighthearted conversation about the “weird” things we did as a family growing up—things she definitely didn’t love at the time 😅 But here’s the funny part… She’s starting to do a lot of them now. We talk about: Growing up in an “ingredient household” (and why that actually mattered) Why I made the girls do daily “rest time” (and why they’d bring it back!) Our stance on sleepovers—and how it shaped safety and connection Driving an hour to church every single Sunday for 20 years Creating a home that felt joyful, colorful, and a little unconventional And underneath all the laughter, there’s something deeper: The rhythms and traditions you create in your home matter more than you think. Even the ones your kids roll their eyes at 😉 Because one day… they might just carry them into their own lives. This one is cozy, funny, and full of heart—and I think you’ll see a little bit of your own family in it too. Mentioned in this episode! Protein Balls Recipe (Cadbury Egg version) https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/cadbury-egg-protein-balls/  K18 Dry Shampoo https://a.co/d/07uzHGfe  Power of My People (linen shirts) https://powerofmypeople.com/en-us/products/the-friend-proper-fit-bright-red-100-linen-copy?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=10e9ab789&pr_rec_pid=10476725895224&pr_ref_pid=10476725796920&pr_seq=uniform  Noonday Collection https://noondaycollection.com/collections/all  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a short episode, but it carries a lot of heart. Today I’m telling you a story about a sweater… but really, it’s a story about growth, hard seasons, and who we’re becoming in the middle of it all. I started a knitting project that I definitely was not ready for. At first glance, it felt overwhelming—too complicated, too intricate, too much. And honestly? That’s exactly how some seasons of life feel. But slowly, with patience, help, and a whole lot of staying with it, something shifted. In this episode, we talk about: Why hard seasons often feel like “too much” at first How growth happens through staying, not rushing The beauty of learning something you once thought you couldn’t do Why the hard things in your life may be forming something in you The powerful (and often overlooked) practice of receiving support How to recognize the love and help that’s already surrounding you One of the biggest lessons I’m learning right now is this: You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to stay. And maybe—just maybe—this season is teaching you something you’ll carry for the rest of your life. I love you so much. I’m so grateful you’re here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a really special one. We’re sitting down during Holy Week, in the middle of a season that has felt both beautiful and incredibly hard for our family. And we wanted to just have an honest, heartfelt conversation about what it’s like when life feels heavy… and God feels far. Because if you’ve ever been there (and I think we all have), you know how disorienting it can feel. In this episode, we talk about: Why hard seasons can make God feel distant—even when He’s not The very real emotions that come up (anger, grief, confusion… all of it) How God meets us through people, small moments, and everyday grace The spiritual rhythms that have grounded our family for years Why you don’t need a “perfect” faith routine to feel close to God How suffering can open our eyes to what really matters One of the biggest things I’ve been reminded of in this season is this: You don’t have to strive to find God. He is already with you. Sometimes it just looks like noticing Him in the smallest places—a prayer before dinner, a Sunday drive to church, a kind text from a friend, or even a sweater you’ve carried through hard days. If you’re in a season where things feel uncertain or heavy, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath… and a reminder that you are held. We love you so much. Truly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is one of those episodes that might make you pause and think… oh wow, that’s me. And I just want you to know—this comes with so much love. Today we’re talking about something that affects every single one of us: the difference between living from your ego (false self) and living from your true self. Most of us learned, without even realizing it, how to live in survival mode—how to protect ourselves, perform, compare, and prove. But that way of living? It’s exhausting. And the beautiful truth is… it’s not how you were created to live. In this episode, I walk you through 7 signs you might be living from your ego, including: Constantly feeling evaluated or self-conscious Getting defensive or over-explaining Living with pressure and urgency Comparing yourself to others Struggling to receive love or compliments Avoiding discomfort and playing small Feeling disconnected from yourself And then we talk about what to do next—how to gently come back to the version of you that is: grounded, loved, peaceful, and whole. This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you already are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the freedom you’re looking for isn’t found in becoming someone new—but in finally becoming who you already are? I’m joined by the incredible Susan Shull—someone who so beautifully embodies what it means to live as your true self—and we’re diving into one of the most important conversations we have inside Life Mentoring School. If you’ve ever felt like you’re trying to fit in… If you’ve found yourself constantly comparing… If you’ve wondered, “Who am I really, underneath all of this?”… This conversation is for you. Susan shares her journey from people pleasing and seeking approval to discovering a deeper, more grounded identity rooted in who God says she is. And let me tell you—it’s not about becoming someone new. It’s about waking up to who you’ve been all along. We talk about: The difference between your true self and false self Why comparison keeps you stuck (even when you “know better”) How confidence is actually rooted in identity—not ego The small, brave “yeses” that change everything What it looks like to live your life from love instead of fear One of my favorite parts of this conversation is the reminder that this isn’t a one-time transformation—it’s a daily practice. A coming back. A remembering. And the freedom on the other side? It changes everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m coming to you from a tender, uncertain season—one where I don’t have all the answers and can’t quite map out the next 90 days the way I normally would. And if you’ve ever walked through something like that, you know how disorienting it can feel. But even here… there is still so much goodness. In this episode, I’m sharing what’s been anchoring me lately—the thoughts, practices, and gentle shifts that are helping me stay grounded, present, and connected to joy, even when life feels uncertain. We talk about: What to do when you can’t “plan” your next season How to focus on what is certain when everything feels unknown Choosing who you want to be, even when circumstances are shaky Giving yourself compassion instead of pressure Why continuing to create (in small ways) can be so healing Staying open to joy, beauty, and tiny miracles right now Simple, powerful thoughts to anchor you in hard seasons If you’re feeling a little tender… a little out of sorts… or like life isn’t unfolding the way you expected—this is for you. You are not alone. And there is still so much life available to you right here. Also—Life Mentoring School is open right now, and we’re heading into one of my favorite seasons inside the program. If you’re ready to go deeper into this work and truly become the woman you’re meant to be, I’d love to have you join us  https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/join 💛 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi, dear ones — Today I’m bringing back one of my favorite conversations from last year, all about the kind of glow up that really matters — the one that starts on the inside. In this episode, Emme and I talk about beauty, style, skincare, confidence, and the things that truly make a woman magnetic. And while we do share some fun favorites along the way, what we really get into is this: the most powerful transformation doesn’t come from a product, a trend, or a perfect outfit. It comes from the work you do in your heart, your mind, and your everyday life. We talk about what it means to care for yourself well, how your emotional and mental health show up on your face and in your presence, and why real beauty has so much more to do with joy, confidence, and authenticity than anything external. In this episode, we chat about: Why the biggest glow up starts from the inside out The difference between outer beauty and true magnetism How joy, healing, and emotional health change the way you look and feel The kind of presence that lights up a room Taking care of your skin and body in a nourishing, realistic way Personal style as self-expression and confidence Some of our favorite skincare, fashion, and glow-up staples from last year This one originally aired last year, but the message still feels so timely and so worth revisiting. I hope it encourages you to care for yourself deeply, to honor the season you’re in, and to remember that your most radiant self is never about perfection — it’s about becoming more fully who God created you to be. Love you so much.  ✔️ Weleda Skin Food –https://a.co/d/gcp7aKa ✔️ Young Living Beauty Glow Serum – https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/myaccount/wishlist?listId=679b702dd87beb000aed4465&enrollerId=10441552&sponsorId=10441552&userName=Emaleigh ✔️ Amazon Barrel Jeans –https://a.co/d/cWUlop0 ✔️ Affordable Red Sneakers from Amazon – https://a.co/d/8XaWWSF ✔️ Trinny London Skincare – https://trinnylondon.com/us/?dynamic_id=%7BGoogle_US_Brand%7D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_campaign=21523586129&utm_adgroup=165516062356&utm_term=trinny+london&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4cS-BhDGARIsABg4_J1V00RxEfRSIwpTeKQHh8tMUe29znecuiWx-1UXbkqOrfWtl5BcJ0kaAgX0EALw_wcB&showCountryDialog=US ✔️ Tacovas Gold Cowboy Boots – https://www.tecovas.com/products/the-daisy?color=gold-cowhide  💛 If you’re ready to feel more confident, more radiant, and more like yourself than ever before, join us in the Confidence Code Workshop! We’ll be covering style, emotional resilience, and how to cultivate a presence that’s magnetic and joyful. And don’t forget—our Bonus Style Workshop and Closet Tour are included! 🔗 Join the Confidence Code Workshop! → https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/code  Tag me on Instagram @houseofjoypodcast and tell me your favorite glow-up tip! 👏 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a little different than usual. The last couple of weeks have been some of the hardest our family has faced. We recently received news that will likely change the next several months of our lives and will involve treatments, medical decisions, and a lot of unknowns. I’m not quite ready to share all the details yet because some of it is still unfolding and involves people I love dearly. But I felt like I wanted to come on and share the anchors that have been holding me steady in this season. Because what I’ve experienced in the middle of this hard moment is something surprising: deep peace, gratitude, and even joy. Not because the situation is easy — but because the tools, faith, and practices I’ve been cultivating for years are carrying me through in ways I never could have imagined. So today I’m sharing four anchors that have helped me navigate one of the hardest seasons of my life. We talk about: Deciding who you want to be in hard seasons Why your brain naturally scans for fear (and how to widen your gaze) Learning to notice tiny miracles even when life feels heavy Allowing yourself to feel every emotion without being ruled by them How faith and community become lifelines when things feel uncertain Why joy can still exist in the middle of pain One of the biggest things I’ve realized in the last two weeks is this: We don’t get to choose many of the circumstances that come into our lives. But we do get to choose how we show up inside them. And the tools we talk about here at House of Joy — mindset, emotional capacity, faith, presence — matter most when life isn’t going the way we planned. If you’re walking through a hard season right now, I hope this episode feels like a gentle companion. And if you feel led, I would deeply appreciate your prayers for our family as we step into the unknown in the weeks ahead. I love you all so much. Thank you for being here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Jessica Honegger, founder of Noonday Collection, and I cannot tell you how much I loved this conversation. I’ve been wearing and loving Noonday pieces for years, so getting to sit down with Jessica and talk about the heart behind what she’s built felt extra special. We talk about what it really looks like to build something meaningful over the long haul — not just the pretty, polished parts, but the inner work, the risk, the resilience, and the courage it takes to stay when things get hard. Jessica shares the story of how Noonday began, how motherhood and entrepreneurship collided in those early years, and what she means when she talks about “doing the work.” We talk about naming the stories we carry, building real community, letting ourselves be seen, and learning how to keep going with honesty and heart. We also talk about: how shame and secrecy keep women stuck why being witnessed in safe community is so healing the emotional and spiritual formation that happens through entrepreneurship the difference between being a starter and becoming a stayer what it looks like to build a business that reflects your values why creating beauty, opportunity, and connection matters so much And of course… we had to talk style too. We chat about Noonday’s newest collection, favorite statement pieces, travel style, and the shoes we’d wear to Italy and Greece. This one is full of wisdom, honesty, and so much inspiration for any woman who wants to build something beautiful — whether that’s a business, a family, a community, or simply a more courageous life. I hope you love this conversation as much as I did. Check out Noonday here! https://noondaycollection.com/  Red Crossbody Bag: https://noondaycollection.com/products/essential-crossbody-woven-leather?_pos=1&_sid=74a109608&_ss=r  Strawberry Necklace: https://noondaycollection.com/products/the-sweet-life-locket?_pos=5&_sid=9bf3debd4&_ss=r  Heart keeper Locket: https://noondaycollection.com/products/heart-keeper-locket?_pos=7&_sid=9bf3debd4&_ss=r Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is a special, extra-fun episode because Emme and I are literally twinning (matching sets, matching Uggs… the whole thing). And it felt like the perfect day to talk about a theme that keeps popping up in our lives lately: “I’m becoming my mother.” Emme is in her becoming a mother era (baby girl on the way!), and I’m in my becoming a Grammy who knits baby bonnets era… so naturally, this conversation turned into a funny, tender, unexpectedly meaningful reflection on what we inherit, what we emulate, and what we choose to do differently. We talk about: The moment Emme got ready for church and her husband said, “You literally look exactly like your mom.” 😂 How we change as we age—from FOMO to JOMO (the joy of missing out) What it’s like when your home becomes your favorite place to be The beautiful parts of family legacy (and the parts we want to rewrite) Why “becoming your mother” can be a gift… even if your relationship with your mom is complicated The kind of women (and communities) that make you feel seen, cared for, and fed—in every sense of the word We also share some cozy-life favorites at the end: what we’re listening to, what we’re making, what we’re reading, and a few things that are bringing us joy right now. If this episode brings up tenderness for you—whether you’re grateful for your mom, grieving what you didn’t get, or trying to choose a new story for your own family—just know this: you’re allowed to take the good, heal what hurt, and create something beautiful from here. You don’t have to repeat the past unconsciously.You get to choose what you carry forward. 💛 What we wore / style: Matching loungewear set from Aerie  Pants: https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/aerie/clothing/loungewear/offline-by-aerie-ott-fleece-super-wide-leg-pant/1703_1248_012?menu=cat1090003&ip=off&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_content=aerie&utm_campaign=nogender_bottoms_general&utm_term=nonbrand&utm_id=20001158336&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20001158336&gbraid=0AAAAADovoqLjtv7rK5koJ0J2dWjcJGF36&gclid=CjwKCAiAzZ_NBhAEEiwAMtqKy6wNdP7bsMjKrLVZlefMn_ZSRwfY7tpj6mHubROXUWKaVDY4N9DSUBoCFXQQAvD_BwE Sweatshirt: https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/aerie/clearance/clothing/tops/sweatshirts-hoodies/offline-by-aerie-ott-seamed-quarter-zip-sweatshirt/2164_2141_012  Food + kitchen fun: Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook: https://a.co/d/0huVEwqh  Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker: https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/cuisinart-stainless-steel-electric-ice-cream-maker/?catalogId=79&sku=1347889&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Electrics%20%3E%20Ice%20Cream%20%26%20Gelato%20Makers&cm_ite=1347889_23617611785_aud-946744288042:pla-1418851112821&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23617611785&gbraid=0AAAAADrs9cHz3avoBHkGpnX6Aj0f9Laau&gclid=CjwKCAiAzZ_NBhAEEiwAMtqKy93QoeScTXkSehwqb0J8dmFdtAajk4iEV4dBJdUSpZwIrhC2I48e4RoCzJQQAvD_BwE  Books: How to Get Anything You Want by Elsie Lincoln Benedict (audiobook) https://a.co/d/01VcpoS6  🔗 LINKS & THINGS WE MENTIONED  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi dear ones 💛 This episode is so special because I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes teaching from our spring workshop, The Confidence Code — and truly, this work has changed my life. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I don’t even know her anymore…” If you’ve felt your spark dim. If you’ve wondered whether your best days are behind you. This is for you. In this teaching, I walk you through four identity shifts that helped me step out of survival mode and into a life filled with energy, joy, purpose, and presence. I share vulnerably about: Watching old videos of myself from 8–11 years ago and barely recognizing that tired, inflamed, joyless version of me Walking through anxiety, depression, perimenopause, weight gain, and the aftermath of our house fire The decision I made to shift my identity from the inside out And how that decision led to: Writing a book Building two thriving businesses Healing my marriage Adopting our son Reclaiming my spark If you’re ready to reconnect with your voice, your identity, and the highest version of yourself that God created, I would absolutely love to see you inside The Confidence Code workshop. We’re also doing a special style mini-series inside the workshop — including: A closet tour A capsule wardrobe planning session for my upcoming Mediterranean trip Behind-the-scenes identity work expressed through style You can join us through the link in the show notes. You are not stuck. You are not behind. And your spark is not gone. She’s waiting for you to remember her. ✨ Join the workshop here: https://www.ediewadsworthcoaching.com/code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices