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What happens when you commit to showing up online for 40 days—even when you’re busy, tired, uninspired, or convinced a post isn’t going to work? I just wrapped a 40-day content challenge with Jessi Jean, and I’m sharing what actually happened: 400+ new followers, nearly $3K in revenue, new brand opportunities, viral-ish posts…and some much bigger lessons about consistency, community, experimentation, and getting over the fear of being seen. If you’re building something online or you simply need a little push to keep showing up—this episode is for you.

What if wellness didn’t have to feel like another thing on your to-do list? In this walk-and-talk episode of What’s the Word?, Jaime explores the healing power of music, movement, faith, and everyday joy—and why sometimes the simplest practices are the ones we need most. What if some of the most powerful wellness tools are things we already have access to? A favorite song. A walk outside. Dancing in the kitchen. Prayer. Play. Connection. In this episode of What's the Word?, Jaime takes you along for a quick walk-and-talk about music, movement, and the rhythm God created us to live in. Inspired by Psalm 149:3 — "Let them praise His name with dancing and make music to Him..." — we're exploring what happens when we stop treating movement as punishment and start seeing it as joy, connection, worship, and care for ourselves. In this episode: Why music and movement can be powerful wellness toolsMoving for joy instead of caloriesThe connection between faith, rhythm, and wellnessWhy adults may need more play, not more productivitySimple ways to bring movement into everyday family lifeWhy community is such an important part of feeling wellA one-song challenge you can try TODAYToday's word: RHYTHM.

Have you ever felt like everyone else has more help than you? In this week's episode of What's the Word?, I'm sharing a real and honest summer update—what it's been like navigating life as a full-time mom of two while building a business with limited childcare, chasing big dreams, and learning to let go of the pressure to do it all. Together we'll reflect on Romans 12:4–5 and the reminder that God created us for community. We each have unique gifts, and none of us were meant to carry life's burdens alone. In this episode, we'll talk about: Why independence isn't always the goalWhat this season has been teaching me about asking for and accepting supportHow to become the village you wish you hadSimple ways to encourage and lift up the people around youChallenge of the Week: Reach out to one person. Encourage them, ask for help, or simply remind them they're not alone. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use the reminder today. And if you're looking for a faith-filled community of women pursuing healthier, more intentional lives while building businesses and supporting one another, I'd love to connect and see if the Rooted + Rise Village is the right fit for you. Remember: we're better together. 🌊

This week reminded me of something I think we've forgotten. We're not meant to build businesses, raise families, heal, or chase big dreams alone. In this episode I'm sharing the biggest lessons from an incredible week inside Waves Wellness Village—from our paddle out honoring mental health, to the amazing women showing up for each other, the momentum happening inside our social media challenge, and why I believe community might be the greatest form of self-care. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like you're carrying everything yourself... this one's for you. We'll also talk about:  Why momentum beats perfection  The surprising power of simply showing up  The wins happening inside our Village  Why I'm more convinced than ever that women need community now more than ever If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs a reminder that she doesn't have to do life alone. Episode Highlights This week has honestly been one I'll never forget. Inside our 60-day Ride the Waves challenge, women have been showing up every single day. Not perfectly—but consistently. And that's where real transformation begins. Some of my favorite wins this week: 🌊 Hosted one of our favorite Village accountability calls yet. 🌊 Kicked off an 8-week coaching journey with one of our Village members as she grows her business. 🌊 Welcomed new women into the Waves Wellness Village community. 🌊 Hosted our paddle out honoring mental health—a beautiful reminder that healing happens in community. 🌊 Continued posting every day during our social media challenge, reaching thousands of new people and welcoming hundreds into our growing community. 🌊 Watching women begin collaborating, supporting one another, and realizing they don't have to build their dreams alone.

WHAT IF YOU TRUSTED THE NUDGE? What if that dream, idea, or thought that keeps coming back isn't random? What if God is trying to get your attention? After taking a little break, Jaime is back with a new episode of What's the Word? — and this week's word is all about FAITH, VISION, and trusting the nudge before you know exactly how it's all going to work out. Inspired by Ecclesiastes 11:6, Jaime shares what she's learning through her own 60-day self-care and visibility challenge, the difference between saying we trust God and actually moving like we do, and why sometimes we have to stop digging up the seeds to check if they're growing. Because let's be real... We pray for clarity and then ask for 17 more signs, a business plan, a timeline, and a guarantee. 😂 In this episode, Jaime talks about allowing herself to finally SEE the bigger vision — community, speaking, music, movement, travel, helping moms, and building a true village — even when she doesn't know exactly how every piece will come together. You'll hear about: • Trusting the ideas that won't leave you alone • Why clarity often comes after movement • Planting seeds without obsessing over the fruit • Recognizing the people and opportunities already showing up • Building a dream while you're still in the middle of it • Making ONE move today instead of waiting for the whole plan A reminder for anyone who feels behind, stuck, or unsure: Your dream is possible. You're not too late. You do not have to figure it all out today. Keep planting. Keep watering. Keep moving. And don't wait for the village. Be the village you want to see. 🌊 CONNECT + JOIN US 🌊 Saturday, July 11 at 9 AM PT — join Jaime in Capitola for a community paddle out honoring the loved ones we've lost and standing beside those who struggle with mental health. You do not have to paddle out to attend. Come as you are and stand with us on the beach. 🌊 Want to join Jaime's Friday accountability Village check-in? Reach out or reply and let her know you want the details. Follow Jaime: @jaimemcfaden Share this episode with someone who might need the reminder to trust the nudge today. 3

You can be doing everything… and still feel like it’s not enough. In this episode, we’re having a real, honest conversation about the weight so many moms are carrying right now—the invisible load, the emotional labor, and the quiet burnout that often goes unseen. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re falling short no matter how much you do… this is for you. We ground this conversation in truth and scripture, reminding ourselves that we were never meant to do life alone. We are called to live in community—to carry each other’s burdens and become the village so many of us are missing. You’ll also hear about:  ✨ The power of letting yourself be supported  ✨ Why doing more won’t make you feel “enough”  ✨ How to start showing up for others in simple, meaningful ways  ✨ A gentle self-care practice you can do today Plus, I’m inviting you into deeper connection through upcoming events and sharing a special way you can support mental health through the “Enough” bracelet. You are not alone. You are not behind. And you are already enough. 🌿 Rooted & Rise Village – a space for real connection and support - https://jaime-mcfaden.mykajabi.com/offers/w9QJBAKn 💛 Dare to Bare – San Francisco 🗓 March 28 | 11AM–3PM → Come for real conversations around mental wellness and community Get your ticket here with my discount code: https://sweatpals.com/event/dare-to-bare-sf-the-womens-wellness-experience/2026-03-28?aff=jamiemcfaden ✨ “Enough” Bracelet → 100% of proceeds go to mental health support https://www.weareenough.co/JAIME80448

If you’re a mom building a business or leading in your life, it can feel like the world never stops demanding your attention. Bad news. Fear-filled headlines. Social media overwhelm. Endless responsibilities. But what if burnout isn’t coming from doing too much…  What if it’s coming from absorbing too much? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how women can protect their peace, lead their families well, and build meaningful work without constantly living in stress mode. I’m sharing three sustainable self-care tools that help you stay grounded, energized, and aligned — even in a world that thrives on chaos. Because self-care isn’t selfish. It’s how we protect the energy God gave us to live out our calling. Inside this episode you'll learn: • Why modern life keeps women in constant stress mode  • How to protect your mind and nervous system from overwhelm  • The power of an intentional “Input Diet” • How to create daily anchors that stabilize your day • Why choosing joy is actually an act of leadership Scripture we reflect on: “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” — Proverbs 4:23 If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this episode will help you come back to what truly matters.

Motherhood is beautiful, sacred… and sometimes incredibly overstimulating. Between the constant needs, the noise, the mental load, and the emotional labor, many moms find themselves living in a constant state of stress without realizing it. In this short, grounding episode, Jaime invites you to take a simple walk and learn how to calm your nervous system when you feel overwhelmed. You’ll hear practical tools to regulate your body, reconnect with peace, and return to your family with steadiness — along with powerful scripture reminders that God calls us to a sound and peaceful mind. Scriptures referenced include: 2 Timothy 1:7  Psalm 46:10 If you’ve been feeling overstimulated, stretched thin, or reactive, this episode will help you reset. Take a breath.  Step outside.  And remember — calm is something we can return to. If you want to work with Jaime she is accepting 10 new members int her Rooted and Rise Womens BUsiness cohort - reach out to her directly [email protected] to apply

Discipline, surrender, and grace are the missing rhythm for sustainable growth. You don’t have to hustle harder or control every outcome. What if growth happens when you release what you can’t control, take one disciplined step, and extend yourself grace when you stumble? Scripture reminds us to trust God with all our heart (Proverbs 3:5–6), that we’ve been given a spirit of self-discipline (2 Timothy 1:7), and that mercy is renewed every morning (Lamentations 3:22–23). You are not behind. You are becoming.

In this episode, I’m sharing honestly about survival mode—the season so many of us live in where we’re just trying to get through, doing everything alone, holding it all together. While that energy might carry us for a time, it’s not the energy we’re meant to build from. We talk about God’s design for community, the biblical foundation of the village mentality, and why learning, growing, and loving together isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. I also share why hosting this week’s Galentine’s event feels so aligned with this message: women supporting women, mom-owned brands collaborating, and proceeds going toward supporting single moms. This is a reminder that independence isn’t the goal—connection is. And sometimes the strongest thing we can do is stop doing it all alone.

In a season where darkness feels louder and heavier, this episode is a reminder of who we are called to be. We’re diving into scripture to explore what it truly means to be the light—not when life is easy, but when it’s hard. If you’ve been feeling weary, discouraged, or unsure how to keep showing up with faith and love, this conversation will ground you, encourage you, and point you back to God. In this episode, we talk about: Why being the light isn’t about perfection—it’s about presenceWhat scripture says about light overcoming darknessHow to lean into God when faith feels hardShowing up in love during heavy and divided timesPractical ways to live out your faith dailyScriptures referenced: Matthew 5:14–161 Corinthians 16:14Reflection Questions: Where is God asking me to be light right now?Where do I need to receive His light before giving it to others?✨ Remember: Darkness doesn’t win. Light doesn’t strive—it shines.

What if the discomfort you’ve been feeling isn’t something to fix — but a sign you’re waking up? In this episode, we dive into the theme of Awakening — spiritually, emotionally, and physically. This conversation is for the woman who feels called to more but isn’t sure what that “more” looks like yet. We talk about:  • Why feeling restless can be a holy invitation  • How self-care is stewardship, not selfishness  • The connection between faith, wellness, and consistency  • And how community plays a powerful role in awakening who you’re becoming This episode also opens the door to the Women’s Collective — a space created for women who are ready to grow together, support one another, and stop doing life alone. You’re not late.  You’re not broken.  You’re awakening. 🎧 Listen in, reflect, and take the next aligned step forward.

The new year doesn’t require urgency: it requires alignment. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Brooke Hemingway, founder of ALIGN Events and mother of six, for a deeply grounding conversation about starting the year with intention instead of pressure. She is one of the most inspirational mamas I know! We explore how giving yourself space in January, slowing down, and choosing the right environments can completely change the trajectory of your year... personally, spiritually, and professionally. This conversation is especially meaningful to me because ALIGN was one of the first rooms that helped shape my own journey. Attending this event years ago planted seeds that eventually transformed my confidence, my career, and my calling. Now, I’m incredibly honored to return to ALIGN as a teacher, leading two fitness experiences at this year’s event. In this episode, we talk about: • Why rushing January can disconnect us from what really matters  • How to build strong foundations for the year ahead  • The power of community and intentional environments  • Faith, motherhood, leadership, and alignment  • Why ALIGN is more than an event — it’s a catalyst ✨ ALIGN Event | January 22–25 📍 A space to realign your faith, body, and purpose 🎟 Message me for a special super sweet discount code 🔗 Learn more: https://www.brookehemingway.com/align If this episode resonates, share it with someone who’s craving clarity and community this season. We were never meant to build alone.

As we step into a new year, the pressure to plan, hustle, and reinvent ourselves can feel overwhelming. In today’s episode of What’s the Word?, we begin differently—with a pause. Drawing from Proverbs 16:9, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps,” this reflection invites you to release urgency and return to alignment—with God, your body, and the life you’re building. In this 10-minute solo episode, I walk through the WAVE System—a faith-led framework we’ve been practicing inside our women’s group—to help you check in before you push forward: Well-beingAwarenessVisionEnergyThis episode is for the woman who is tired of rushing, ready to listen more deeply, and open to becoming—not striving—this year. Scripture Referenced: 📖 Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) — “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” Reflection Questions from the Episode:How is my body actually doing right now?What patterns followed me into this new year?If I trusted God more deeply, what would I release?What restores my energy—and what drains it?Closing Invitation: What would it look like to move through this year more rooted than rushed? 🎧 Listen in, breathe deep, and begin again—gently.If you are looking for a sacred space as a female entreprenuer to connect with other likeminded women and have accountability, clarity and support on your business goals you can still join my Rooted + Rise Village https://jaime-mcfaden.mykajabi.com/offers/9k6RFmcx/checkout And if you'd like a FREE 14 day trial to my latest fitness program its here: (you will also have access to all other incredible content on the platform: and can cancel at anytime https://grokker.com/create-account/jaimem9monthly

Led by Faith: Taking the Next Step Without Knowing the Whole Plan | What’s the Word Podcast What does it really mean to live a life led by faith? In this episode of What’s the Word, we explore what it looks like to trust God when you don’t have all the answers. Faith doesn’t require a full roadmap—just obedience to the next inspired step. Through scripture, reflection, and a personal story of starting a women’s collective after years of hesitation, this episode is a reminder that God is always leading, even when we feel unsure. You’ll be encouraged to quiet the noise, listen for the whispers in your soul, and take daily inspired action—one step at a time. ✨ Includes scripture  ✨ Faith-based encouragement  ✨ Women in business + community https://jaime-mcfaden.mykajabi.com/offers/jk2wCgA8/checkout?fbclid=IwY2xjawOvC89leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrMUtkVUljTUNTYjFBazJhc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtUPMacIpzGAKB_inYo-R-r_Nuj1b7XOy_X59qkASIHTxYWLjGdO4i92VWFH_aem_73v4lUxYJw0428XKzuHWDg  ✨ Invitation to the 21-Day Faith Fit Focus Challenge & Women’s Collective