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Are you carrying the emotional weight of everyone around you? In this episode of She Moves Forward, we're talking about overfunctioning, emotional labor, and the mental load so many women carry in their relationships, families, and daily lives. If you're feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, resentful, or burned out from always being the strong one, this conversation will help you recognize the signs of overfunctioning and begin establishing healthier boundaries. Together, we'll explore the difference between loving and managing, supporting and carrying, and how faith can help us release burdens that were never ours to carry. Reflection Question: What have you been carrying that was never yours to carry?  Join The Book Experience: Click Here Email me: Click Here Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

In this final episode of the How to Friend series, I'll share a personal story about a season when I wasn't showing up as the best version of myself and the grace-filled friendships that helped me find my way back. Together, we'll explore what love really looks like in friendship—honest conversations, healthy boundaries, accountability, forgiveness, and the kind of grace that leaves room for growth. We'll also reflect on the four key ingredients of meaningful friendship: loyalty, companionship, encouragement, and love. Because friendship isn't about finding perfect people. It's about learning how to love imperfect people well. The Book Experience: click here for information.  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

What if encouragement is more than saying something nice? In this episode of the How to Friend series, we're talking about the kind of friendships that help us become who we're meant to be. The friends who remind us of our strengths when we've forgotten them. The friends who celebrate our growth, speak life into our struggles, and love us enough to tell us the truth when we need to hear it.  This Week's Challenge: Encourage three women this week. Be specific. Tell them what you admire, appreciate, or see in them. Your words may be exactly what they need to hear. Ready for deeper connection? Our Book Experience is designed for women who want more than information—they want conversation, community, growth, and meaningful connection. ➡️ Join the Book Experience: Click Here If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend, leave a review, or send it to someone who has been an encourager in your life.  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

True companionship isn't about fixing each other's problems—it's about not facing them alone. In this episode of the How to Friend series, Kristi explores the power of meaningful connection, the dangers of isolation, and why we all need people who will walk beside us through life's challenges.  If you're longing for deeper connection and community, be sure to check out the Book Experience linked in the show notes.  Click to join the Guided Book Experience Further Reflection Questions: Where am I craving deeper connection? Do I allow people to truly know me? Am I settling for surface-level relationships? What walls have I built that keep others at a distance? Who has walked beside me during difficult seasons? And who might need me to walk beside them right now?  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

What does loyalty really look like in friendship between women?  In this first episode of the How to Friend series, we’re talking about loyal friendship, growth, boundaries, and the painful reality that not every friendship survives change.  This conversation is honest, healing, and deeply relatable for women craving more meaningful connection.  Here are those reflection questions mentioned in the podcast: Who has been deeply loyal in my life?  Am I the kind of friend I say I want?  Have past hurts caused me to pull away from connection?  Where could I become more intentional in friendship?  Is there a friendship I need to grieve, heal, or release? Questions: Click to email Join the book experience: Click Here Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

Today I’m sharing something very personal and exciting—the heart behind my brand change from Start in the Middle to She Moves Forward. This isn’t just a new name. It’s a reflection of growth, community, connection, and the woman I’ve become through some of life’s hardest seasons. In this episode, I’m sharing why this shift matters, what “moving forward” truly means to me, and the bigger vision I have for creating spaces where women feel seen, supported, and never alone. Welcome to She Moves Forward.  Guided Book Experience Questions? Click to email me.  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

What happens when women are given space to slow down… let their guard down… and simply be?  In this episode, I’m taking you inside a recent getaway that turned into something so much more than a weekend away.  From the very first dinner around the table to the quiet moments of connection, laughter, and honest conversation—this experience was a reminder of what we’re all truly craving.  Not more noise.  Not more pressure.  But real connection.  You’ll hear what made this space different, what shifted for the women who attended, and why these kinds of environments create breakthroughs that can’t be forced.  If you’ve been feeling the pull toward something deeper… this episode is for you.  Email: [email protected] Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

Do you have someone in your life who loves you enough to tell you the truth—even when it’s uncomfortable?  In this episode, we’re talking about the power of having a “mirror” in your life… someone who reflects back what you might not be able to see on your own. Because the truth is, we all have blind spots—and without awareness, we stay stuck in patterns that keep us from the life we say we want.  We’ll explore why this kind of relationship is so rare, why we often resist the truth when we hear it, and how real growth begins when we’re willing to listen instead of defend.  And if you don’t have that person in your life right now, we’ll talk about how coaching can step into that gap—offering a neutral, honest space where you can finally see clearly and move forward.  Get your copy of the Start Dreaming Again companion guide: Click here Set up a chat with me- I'd love to connect with you: Click here Or shoot me an email: [email protected]  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

Have you qietly stopped dreaming? In this episode, we talk about what happens when life goes on autopilot- and how to gently wake back up to the life God may still be calling you into. I'm sharing 5 powerful questions that will help you reconnect with purpose, possibility, and the desires on your heart.  Want to book your resonalized consult call? Click here to get started.  Shoot me an email at [email protected] Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

What does a coach actually do? In this episode, I share how coaching is less about giving advice and more about helping you see clearly, ask better questions, and move forward with courage and alignment. A coach isn’t the hero of your story — you are. A coach simply walks beside you as you grow into who you were meant to be. Want to join us on the Spring Getaway? Click Here for details. Have questions about the Womens Getaway? Email me at [email protected] or [email protected] Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

When you hear the words self-discipline, does it feel heavy? Corrective? Like you’re already behind?  In this episode, we’re reframing what self-discipline really means through the lens of 2 Timothy 1:7. Instead of pressure and performance, we’ll explore how God’s gift of self-discipline is rooted in power, love, and a sound mind — not condemnation. If you’ve ever felt like you’re trying to “fix” yourself to be enough, this conversation will gently remind you that self-discipline isn’t about punishment… it’s about alignment. It’s about protecting who God created you to be. Let’s soften the word and rediscover the grace inside it. 💛 Book I mentioned- The Gentle Art Of Blessing by Pierre Pradervand Want to come hangout in Marble Falls? Click Here  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

Every year, many of us choose a word to guide our growth. This year, I didn’t just choose a word — I built an entire framework around it.  My word for the year is Release.  In this episode, I share why choosing a word can powerfully shape your direction, how I’m taking it deeper with a mantra, a theme song, and scripture, and why I believe intentional focus changes everything.  If you’re ready to live aligned instead of urgent, faithful instead of fearful — this one is for you.  Want to check out the Spring Getaway: Click Here Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

What if your mornings didn’t need more structure—but more rhythm? In this episode, we explore why creating a morning rhythm matters more than following a rigid routine. A rhythm helps you set your pace, regulate your nervous system, and choose how you want to feel before the world starts asking things of you. We’ll talk about how intentional mornings shape your energy, mindset, and presence throughout the day—and why flow, not force, leads to lasting change. I’ll also gently continue the conversation about my upcoming Spring Getaway, an opportunity to step away, reset your rhythm, and return home grounded instead of depleted. If you’ve been craving a slower pace and deeper alignment, this episode is for you. Interested in our Spring Getaway: Copy and paste: kristi-falany-coaching-xkjhvy.mailerpage.io Want to book a call to talk about the Spring Getaway: Click Here Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

I’m back on the mic! Life has taken me on an unexpected journey the past few months, from navigating my husband’s serious health challenges to reflecting on the future of my coaching business. In this episode, I share why I stepped away, what I’ve been learning, and the exciting shift happening in my work. I’m still offering 1:1 coaching, but now I’m creating a deeper layer of connection through women’s retreats—an opportunity to step away, recharge, and rediscover your purpose. Join me as I open up about this new season and how you can be a part of it.  Here's that link to schedule our chat: click here Want the most up to date information? Click here to join my email list.  Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.

Facing unexpected challenges can often feel overwhelming, but they can also serve as a powerful catalyst for growth and gratitude. I, Christy Ballard-Fellaini, share my personal journey through recent trials, including foot surgery and my husband's health issues, and how these experiences have deepened my appreciation for life and the present moment. Inspired by Matthew 6:34, I found solace in focusing on the blessings of today rather than the uncertainties of tomorrow. Through these reflections, I hope to inspire you to find joy even in life's toughest times and foster stronger, more meaningful connections with those around you. This episode also marks a unique season of grace and flexibility, where I acknowledge the possibility of not always delivering a weekly podcast. I encourage you to revisit our treasure trove of past episodes for encouragement and inspiration. Additionally, I invite you to connect with me through social media or email to share how the podcast has touched your life. Whether you need a prayer or are seeking personal coaching to reignite your passion, I'm here to support you. Let’s embrace this season together, finding strength in rest and joy in caregiving, nurturing our true selves along the way. Thanks for listening. Follow me in Facebook and Instagram.