“We don't want Idaho to have a bad reputation. This is our home state. We love our home state. It's beautiful. We pride ourselves on our nature. We pride ourselves on our wildlife. And instead, we are continuing to do things that are… that are sickening.” - Ella Driever In 1995, wolves were reintroduced to central Idaho, and in 2003 a Boise High school called Timberline officially adopted a local wolf pack. Throughout the 2000, students went on wolf tracking trips and in their wolf packs range. But in 2021, Idaho's legislature passed Senate Bill 1211, 1211 allows Idaho hunters to obtain an unlimited number of wolf tags, and it also allows Idaho's Department of Fish and Game to use taxpayer dollars to pay private contractors to kill wolves. That means bounties on wolves, including on public lands. And in 2021, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission expanded the wolf hunting season and hunting and trapping methods. So it's not too surprising to learn that also in 2021, the Timberline pack disappeared. The students, the ones that cared about wolves, at least, were devastated. Last summer I went to D.C. with some of the Species Unite team for a wolf rally on Capitol Hill. While I was there, two young women gave a talk about what happened at Timberline in 2021. Their names are Ella Driver and Sneha Sharma. They both graduated from Timberline High School and were there when their wolf pack disappeared. Please, listen and share.…
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”God created us to thrive, not just survive.” ~ Vivian Cumins Welcome to Juggling Life, Finding Balance, the podcast that is all about uncovering the secrets to living a balanced and abundant life. As a professional, writer, podcast host, military spouse, mom, and grandma, I know the challenge of juggling a busy life. As a recovering perfectionist and control freak, I understand the need to keep it all together. In this podcast, we’ll dive into strategies, stories, and expert insights that unravel the mysteries of balance. Whether it’s juggling work and personal life, balancing mental, physical, and spiritual well-being, or finding harmony in relationships and passions, this podcast is designed to encourage busy women who are juggling life, to find balance.If you are ready to enjoy the life you have been given – to stop striving and start thriving, then you are in the right place! As a bonus, tune in for special episodes of Sister Talk with my co-host, Becca, where we talk about what ...
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”God created us to thrive, not just survive.” ~ Vivian Cumins Welcome to Juggling Life, Finding Balance, the podcast that is all about uncovering the secrets to living a balanced and abundant life. As a professional, writer, podcast host, military spouse, mom, and grandma, I know the challenge of juggling a busy life. As a recovering perfectionist and control freak, I understand the need to keep it all together. In this podcast, we’ll dive into strategies, stories, and expert insights that unravel the mysteries of balance. Whether it’s juggling work and personal life, balancing mental, physical, and spiritual well-being, or finding harmony in relationships and passions, this podcast is designed to encourage busy women who are juggling life, to find balance.If you are ready to enjoy the life you have been given – to stop striving and start thriving, then you are in the right place! As a bonus, tune in for special episodes of Sister Talk with my co-host, Becca, where we talk about what ...
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Are you caught in the exhausting cycle of trying to please everyone at the expense of your own well-being? Life coach Kerri Goodman shares powerful insights about breaking free from people-pleasing patterns, particularly for women with ADHD who often struggle with rejection sensitivity. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, Vivian and Kerri explore how perfectionism, fear of rejection, and childhood messages can fuel people-pleasing behaviors. Together they unpack the difference between genuine kindness and unhealthy accommodation while offering practical strategies for setting boundaries without guilt. Discover how embracing God's unconditional acceptance can help you move from constant people-pleasing to living authentically, even if that means not everyone likes you. GUEST BIO Kerri Goodman is an ICF-certified life coach, ADHD coach, and communication consultant with over a decade of experience helping busy professionals, entrepreneurs, and moms thrive by embracing their brilliant minds. A wife, mother of four, grandmother of three, and an ADHDer herself, Kerri brings a personal and knowledgeable understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of an ADHD brain – especially for women managing multiple roles. Her coaching approach, grounded in her background in education, social work, and faith in Christ, empowers clients to break free from perfectionism and people-pleasing, reconnecting them to their strengths, values, and purpose. With Kerri’s support, clients discover ADHD-friendly strategies to create focus, calm the chaos, reach their goals, and create a fulfilling life that reflects who they truly are and makes an impact. https://kerrigoodman.com https://facebook.com/kerrigoodmancoaching https://instagram.com/brilliantly_adhd POWERFUL QUOTE "People pleasing isn’t just saying yes to things or being accommodating, but it also is kind of putting on a mask. Like, I want to be the person that I think you want me to be.” - Kerri Goodman CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://lnk.to/JugglingLife TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Are you struggling to say "no" without feeling guilty? Licensed psychologist Dr. Toni Cooper joins Vivian to unpack the essential role of boundaries in creating peace and order in our relationships. Through their engaging discussion of walls versus boundaries, Vivian opens up about her own challenges with friendship after moving to California, while Dr. Cooper offers practical wisdom on setting limits with time, money, and affection. They explore how Scripture supports healthy boundaries, debunk common misconceptions about Christian kindness, and share actionable strategies for boundary-setting—from managing phone usage to handling difficult family gatherings. Learn how to start small, stand firm in your "no," and discover the freedom that comes from establishing loving limits that honor both yourself and others. GUEST BIO Dr. Toni Cooper is a psychologist, author, and public speaker. Since 1986, she has been teaching adults the strategies to grow emotionally, build healthy relationships, heal from trauma, and experience God at a deeper level. Toni’s mission is to help people find the courage, confidence, and comfort they need through a deeper bond with Jesus Christ. She has served as a college instructor, retreat and conference speaker, and teacher of continuing education for mental health professionals. For many years, Toni helped train medical students as an adjunct assistant professor at the Northeast Ohio Universities College of Medicine. She is a frequent guest on local radio discussing topics related to coping with life’s challenges. Dr. Cooper has written 7 books that help people hear the voice of the Lord, correct distortions in their thinking, build confidence in how to study the Bible, and break into the blessings of God. FREE eBook https://www.drtonicooper.com/1524-2 Dr. Cooper’s Books on Amazon: https://amazon.com/author/drtonicooper Website: https://drtonicooper.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtonicooper Instagram: https://instagram.com/tonicooper777 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dr.tonicooper8565/featured Podcast: Life Without Baggage Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antoinette-t-cooper POWERFUL QUOTE “Boundaries create peace, they create order; they are a form of protection. And that is why they are essential.” - Dr. Toni Cooper CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify: https://lnk.to/JugglingLife TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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How do you find freedom when you're trapped in a self-made prison of control? Author Rachel Jobe shares her journey from perfectionism to peace through surrendering control to God. Vivian and Rachel discuss the difference between doing and being, drawing wisdom from Jesus's teaching about the vine and branches. Reflecting on their parallel experiences with illness and burnout, they reveal how God lovingly strips away our need to manage everything, replacing anxiety with trust, which ultimately brings us closer to God and strengthens our relationship with Him and others. Rachel, who serves in Asia Pacific with her family, offers practical insights from her book "Let Go" about embracing God's gentle leadership over our drive to control outcomes. GUEST BIO Rachel Jobe is the author of the award-winning book Let Go!. As a recovering perfectionist, she is passionate about helping Christian ladies move from a place of frustration and irritability to a life of radiant joy and peace. She is joining us today from Southeast Asia, where she lives and serves with her husband and three sons doing church development work. POWERFUL QUOTE "God is so eager to work on behalf of His children, to move in us, to move in our hearts, and to move through us if we would just get out of the way and let go of our desire to control things." Rachel’s Social Media: Website: https://jimandrachel.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555882667924 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joberachel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejobefam/ CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple and Spotify: https://lnk.to/JugglingLife TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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What can three extraordinary women from the Christmas story teach us about living wisely? Beyond the familiar nativity scene with shepherds and wise men lies a powerful message through the lives of Elizabeth, Mary, and Anna. Vivian shares how these remarkable women demonstrated wisdom through their persistence, humility, and unwavering faith in God's plan. Through Elizabeth's bold obedience despite years of barrenness, Mary's quiet pondering of miraculous events, and Anna's lifelong dedication to worship, we discover that true wisdom isn't about having all the answers – it's about maintaining an open heart to God's guidance. Whether you're feeling uncertain about God's timing or struggling to trust His plan, these ancient stories offer a fresh perspective on finding wisdom for today's challenges. ABOUT VIVIAN Vivian Cumins is a writer, speaker, and host of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast. She is also an Oklahoma native, a career professional, a military spouse, a step-mom to two adult kids, and a “Glammy” to five grandkids. Although her name means “LIVELY” Vivian admits she has not always felt lively. Her need to be perfect and in control led to an unbalanced lifestyle filled with work, self-inflicted stress and illness, depression, and anxiety. In 2020, after years of striving and mental exhaustion, Vivian rededicated her life to the Lord and vowed to relinquish control and submit to God’s will. Her newfound faith and commitment were immediately put to the test when she had to trust God to provide healing from stage 3 melanoma. Though this was a difficult time, Vivian claims she would not change a thing. That ‘wilderness’ season, she says, delivered her from a prideful spirit and set her free from captivity. It was also during this time that God began speaking to her in dreams. His voice and the challenges she faced taught her how to give up control and trust God, embrace imperfection, and recognize, then recalibrate, the unbalance in her life. Today, Vivian not only shares her testimony of preparation and deliverance, but she also provides valuable lessons and helpful tips for actively seeking balance, which starts with making time for God, taking care of yourself, and sprinkling in some good old-fashioned fun. POWERFUL QUOTE "To be a wise woman, the path is simple. Ask God for wisdom, believe in His plan, and obey His guidance.” - Vivian Cumins SCRIPTURE READINGS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Story of Elizabeth: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 1 Story of Mary: Gospel of Luke, Chapters 1 & 2 Story of Anna: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 2 James 1:5 – If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. (NIV) Proverbs 8:35 – For those who find me [Wisdom] find life and receive favor from the Lord. (NIV) James 4:6 – But He gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: ‘God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” (NIV) CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple and Spotify: https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Have you ever experienced the heartbreak of a friendship falling apart? Author Elizabeth Laing Thompson sits down with Vivian for a raw, heartfelt conversation about navigating broken friendships and finding healing through faith. Vivian shares her own story of losing friends after rededicating her life to Christ, as Elizabeth opens up about friendships that blindsided her and the challenging journey to forgiveness. Walking through the complex emotions of friend breakups, they unpack the process of letting go and discovering hope when relationships drift apart. From processing hurt feelings to finding freedom in forgiveness, this conversation provides a message of hope and healing. GUEST BIO Elizabeth Laing Thompson is a speaker, novelist, and the author of many inspirational books for women and teens, including When a Friendship Falls Apart – Finding God’s Path for Healing, Forgiveness, and (Maybe) Help Letting Go, All the Feels, All the Feels for Teens, and the When God Says series. She writes to help others find hope when they're waiting, help when they're hurting, and humor in holiness. Her work has appeared in numerous outlets including Proverbs 31, Power for Living, Focus on the Family Magazine, and Brio Magazine. After a long struggle with infertility, Elizabeth and her husband, Kevin, became the always exhausted but grateful parents of four children, three of whom are now teenagers. When she's not inhaling Starbucks mochas and plotting her next book, Elizabeth works from home as an editor and church volunteer (that's code for "pastor's wife"), and as a snack maker, couch snuggler, laundry slayer, floor mopper, not-so-gourmet chef, and interpreter-slash-counselor of teenage feelings. She prays the lessons she is learning, trying to wrestle Christ into the chaos of daily life, giving others hope, practical help, and a lot of good laughs. Website: https://lizzylife.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/alizzylife Instagram: https://instagram.com/elizabethlaingthompson Books: https://lizzylife.com/books POWERFUL QUOTE FROM ELIZABETH "Friendship is still out there to be had. You are worth loving and there are amazing women out there who, given the opportunity, would love to love you in return.” - Elizabeth Laing Thompson CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Have you ever wondered if your marriage would magically improve if your husband would just change? Author Rhonda Stoppe joins Vivian for a candid chat about the myths wives believe and shares powerful insights from her book. As Vivian opens up about her own journey learning to accept compliments from her husband, Rhonda shares biblical wisdom about respect, intimacy, and the power of positive communication. Together, they tackle everything from the story of King David's dancing to practical tips for rekindling romance when you're exhausted from a long day. Through personal stories and scriptural truth, Vivian and Rhonda explore how letting go of resentment and embracing God's design for marriage can transform your relationship. Whether you're struggling with unmet expectations or seeking deeper connection, this episode offers hope and practical steps for building the marriage you've always longed for. GUEST BIO “I could have listened to Rhonda talk all night,” is what audiences say about Rhonda Stoppe’s honest, engaging presentations. Rhonda is the best-selling author of 7 books, host of the Old Ladies Know Stuff Podcast , and a sought-after speaker who appears nationally and internationally on TV and radio. Rhonda’s Moms Raising Sons radio appearance was awarded a “Best of Episode.” Rhonda has experienced the challenges of balancing marriage, parenting, and career and she’s ready to share her insights with you! The Stoppe’s have been happily married for 43 years. They have 4 adult children and 15 grandchildren. Website: https://NoRegretsWoman.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/NoRegretsWoman Instagram: https://instagram.com/rhondastoppe YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC7xAH1MW7EkugW2-544QyYA?view_as=subscriber Old Ladies Know Stuff Podcast: https://pod.link/1648817407 For more about Rhonda and to receive a gift please visit: NoRegretsWoman.com TEXT the words: NOREGRETS to 55444 to receive a Free Video: Saying Yes to What is Best - Time Management with Rhonda Stoppe. Free Chapter: Sign up for my Newsletter to receive a FREE Chapter from my best-selling book: Moms Raising Sons to Be Men. Chapter 16: Even if You're Scared - Facing the Culture War with Wisdom & Strength. https://rhondastoppe.com/bonus-signup Additional Resources: A Christian Woman's Guide to Great Sex in Marriage ( ebook ). Free Marriage Video Course with Steve & Rhonda Stoppe POWERFUL QUOTE FROM RHONDA "You can build a marriage without regrets. Let it begin with you.” - Rhonda Stoppe CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple and Spotify: https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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What happens when your child's choices threaten to destroy not only their life but yours as well? Author Dawn Ward shares her raw, personal journey of watching multiple family members battle addiction, including her own sons. As Vivian and Dawn dig into the realities of parenting an addicted child, they explore the crushing weight of blame, the dangerous pull of codependency, and why setting boundaries feels like abandonment. Through heartbreaking experiences with late-night jail calls and constant fears of overdose, Dawn reveals how trying to "fix" her children nearly destroyed her. Vivian and Dawn unpack how Christian moms can anchor themselves to God instead of their children's destructive behaviors. Together, they offer hope and wisdom for parents navigating one of life's most painful challenges, reminding listeners that God never leaves us even in our darkest moments. GUEST BIO Dawn Ward is a speaker, writer and biblical life coach. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women with addicted loved ones to break free from the cycle of addiction, reclaim their lives, and flourish in their faith. The Faith to Flourish also offers life-transforming insight, wisdom and Christian guidance for all women, along with hope and support to those who feel burdened and overwhelmed by life. Dawn is the author of the book, From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children. She is also co-author of the book, Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition and a contributing author for the devotionals, Butterfly Living: Life Changing Stories and Shepherd on Duty. Dawn has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is a mom to three adult children. It is her passion to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand the Bible and apply it to their lives. POWERFUL QUOTE: “We do have hope. We are praying moms. We have the Holy Spirit leading us and guiding us.” - Dawn Ward Connect with Dawn at The Faith to Flourish on most social media platforms. Website: https://thefaithtoflourish.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/thefaithtoflourish Instagram: https://instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishblog Instagram: https://instagram.com/dawnr.ward Twitter: https://twitter.com/faithtoflourish YouTube: https://youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnward Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266 CONNECT WITH VIVIAN Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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What happens when a search for love leads down an unexpected path of deception? Author Stacey Szczepanski joins Vivian to share how being catfished set her free to develop a deeper relationship with God and herself. Through vulnerable storytelling, Vivian and Stacey explore the hidden dangers of online relationships, the importance of trusting your gut, and why taking time to heal is crucial before pursuing new relationships. With tears and laughter, Stacey and Vivian remind us that while we all desire to be loved, our ultimate fulfillment comes from God's unconditional love. Discover why being single doesn't define your worth and how embracing God's timing can lead to your most authentic life. GUEST BIO: Stacey Szczepanski is an author, literacy coach, and a classroom educator of more than 14 years. When she was 22 years old, Stacey joined a dating site and was deceived by an online persona claiming to be someone they’re not. Since then, she has written a book about her experience titled Unlocking Love: How Being Catfished Deepened My Faith and Led me on a Journey to Wholeness. Stacey is passionate about spreading God’s love, connecting with people, and offering support for trauma survivors. Website: https://staceyszczepanski.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/staceyszczepanski Facebook: https://facebook.com/stacey.szczepanski.9 Book: Unlocking Love: How Being Catfished Deepened My Faith and Led me on a Journey to Wholeness by Stacey Szczepanski (2023) https://amazon.com/Unlocking-Love-Catfished-Deepened-Wholeness/dp/1625862571 POWERFUL QUOTE: “You are loved, you are never alone, and healing is not easy, but it is possible. And all you need to do is put one foot in front of the other.” - Stacey Szczepanski CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Have you ever felt unsure about your identity? Do you ever fall into the trap of defining yourself by your accomplishments, titles, or by the company you keep? On today’s episode of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast, Vivian is joined by Angela Pitnikoff, a wife, mother, and Christian life coach who has had her own struggles with identity loss. After Angela got married and became a mom, she realized that she had let those labels define her life and didn’t know who she truly was outside of her marriage, motherhood, or ministry. Angela’s personal identity was defined by the titles of “Christian,” “wife,” “mom,” and “daughter,” instead of what God says about her, and she ultimately felt unworthy and devoid of true purpose. Vivian and Angela discuss the phenomenon that many of us face, of losing our individual identities within the dynamics of a relationship. Oftentimes it’s easy for us to unintentionally let others determine who we are instead of being tethered to the Lord. One of the many beauties of having a relationship with Jesus is that we don’t have to earn it. You no longer need to be trapped in a cycle of performance and unworthiness, because your worth and identity comes from being created by God, who loves you and wants a relationship with you. Angela reminds listeners that in order to fully comprehend God’s intentions for us, we need to know Him, which requires spending time in prayer and in His Word. The closer we are to God, the more we can understand His heart, and the better we understand who we were created to be. GUEST BIO: Angela Pitnikoff is an Christian life coach, wife of more than 20 years, and a mom of three boys. She is a worship singer and has worked in Christian ministry throughout her entire adult life, and she hosts a podcast and coaching ministry called The Kingdom Daughters. Angela is passionate about reminding Christian women and mothers that they were created on purpose and for a purpose, and their heavenly Father wants to be in close relationship with them. Website: https://www.thekingdomdaughters.com/ Podcast: The Kingdom Daughters Podcast ( Apple , Spotify ) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrsangelapitnikoff Instagram: instagram.com/mrsangelapitnikoff Facebook: facebook.com/kingdomdaughterssisterhood POWERFUL QUOTE: “Ultimately, God’s Word is the bread of life, it is our fuel, it is what gives us passion and purpose and a plan.” - Angela Pitnikoff CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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What does leadership look like to you? When you think of the qualities of a great leader, what comes to mind? On today’s episode of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast, host Vivian Cumins is joined by colleague Erika Mascarenas, and the two discuss Erika’s distinct leadership style and what it looks like to lead like Christ. Erika describes her leadership style as “leading with love and laughter,” and she believes above anything else, she is a creation of God who is meant to live out God’s kindness in her everyday life. Vivian and Erika address the challenges of working in the competitive, secular workplace, where love and laughter aren’t always present. But just like a home, a workplace has its own values and dynamics, and Erika believes it is essential to lead in a way that allows colleagues and employees to grow and feel cared for. Erika also discusses the importance of what she calls a “4G lifestyle,” which consists of God, grit, gratitude, and grace. Growing up, these were the core values that Erika’s parents emulated and instilled in her, and now she is intentional about bringing these to the workplace. In her day to day, this may look like praying before a meeting, uplifting coworkers, or implementing random acts of kindness. She encourages listeners to remember that God is always directing our steps, so all we need to do is trust the process and trust Him, and we will end up where we are meant to be. GUEST BIO: Erika Mascarenas is a career professional and natural leader who believes in leading with love and laughter. She is passionate about people and about the acts of kindness that can show God’s love to those who are feeling worn or downcast. She has a goal of starting a nonprofit called “Operation Blessing,” which will allow people to send discreet, anonymous encouragement to those who are in need of it. POWERFUL QUOTE: “If you do know Jesus, it’s going to show up in everything you do — it’s going to show up in the way you type, it’s going to show up in the way you talk, it’s going to show up in the way you care, it’s going to show up in the way you lead.” - Erika Mascarenas CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Are you struggling with some sort of relational conflict in your life? Would you like to know how to solve arguments quicker and calmer? On today’s episode of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast, Vivian is joined by Dr. Christina (Chris) Wilson, a Christian Life Coach with a PhD in conflict analysis and resolution. Chris has a background working in juvenile court and court mediation, but further than that, she remembers growing up in a household in which conflict wasn’t always handled well. It was Chris’ assumption that conflict is always emotionally-charged and sometimes volatile, until God showed her another way. Her scholarly research and Biblical knowledge has changed the way to which Chris views conflict, and she now encourages others to view tension and argument in a different light. We tend to view conflict as detrimental to ourselves and our relationships, but Chris reminds listeners that not all conflict is inherently bad. Oftentimes, when handled well, it can strengthen relationships and improve communication. Moments of conflict are really just conversations, but they escalate when emotions are sparked, usually after one of our values is targeted. Thankfully, the Bible has lots to say about conflict resolution, and Chris pulls from that knowledge and encourages listeners to bring calmness and peace to a tense conversation. To hear more practical advice and tips for approaching conflict resolution, check out this episode! GUEST BIO: Dr. Christina Wilson is a Christian Life Coach with a PhD in conflict analysis and resolution. She runs her own coaching business in which she provides pre-marital and relationship coaching, mediation, group facilitation, and Circle process services. She is passionate about people and relationships, and hopes that those she serves will have a changed outlook on conflict that will change the way they approach emotional conversations. To request your FREE Conflict Resolution Questionnaire, simply send an email to: jugglinglifepodcast@gmail.com and type “Freebie” in the subject line to claim your free resource! Website: https://iheartresolution.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christinar.wilsonph.d.233 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christina-r-wilson Email: iheartresolution@gmail.com POWERFUL QUOTE: “When conflict gets bad is when we get personal — when we get off the issue and start attacking personally.” - Christina Wilson CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins
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Welcome back to another episode of Sister Talk that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to your face! On today’s episode, Vivian and Becca talk all things beauty and wellness, and their hilarious stories bring new meaning to the phrase “beauty is pain.” From driving around in hair rollers to navigating a makeup store, Viv and Becca aren’t shy in sharing their beauty struggles and tips, and remind listeners that there is confidence and strength in laughing your way through the things that “should” embarrass you. In this episode, Viv and Becca also give listeners more background on their years-long friendship, and why they consider each other sisters to this day. You’ll get to hear the hilarious moment in which Vivian and Becca first met.The two women talk about the bonds of family and girlhood that have kept them close for so many years. If you’re looking for laughter, sincerity, and joyous girl-talk, this episode is perfect for you! CO-HOSTS: VIVIAN CUMINS Vivian Cumins is a writer, speaker, and host of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast. She is also an Oklahoma native, a career professional, a military spouse, a stepmom to two adult kids, and a “Glammy” to five grandkids. Although her name means “LIVELY” Vivian admits she has not always felt lively. Her need to be perfect and in control led to an unbalanced lifestyle filled with work, self-inflicted stress and illness, depression, and anxiety. In 2020, after years of striving and mental exhaustion, Vivian rededicated her life to the Lord and vowed to relinquish control and submit to God’s will. Her newfound faith and commitment were immediately put to the test when she had to trust God to provide healing from stage 3 melanoma. Though this was a difficult time, Vivian claims she would not change a thing. That ‘wilderness’ season, she says, delivered her from a prideful spirit, set her free from captivity, and taught her how to give up control and trust God, embrace imperfection, and recognize, then recalibrate, the unbalance in her life. Today, Vivian not only shares her testimony of preparation and deliverance, but she also provides valuable lessons and helpful tips for actively seeking balance, which starts with making time for God, taking care of yourself, and sprinkling in some good old-fashioned fun BECCA ROBINSON Becca is married to her best friend of over 26 years; they have been blessed with three children, three granddaughters, a bonus daughter (daughter-in-law), and a bonus son (son-in-law). She is a writer and co-host of the SisterTalk with Viv & Becca special edition of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast. Over seventeen years ago, her husband joined the Army and gave Becca the honorable title of “military spouse.” Although Becca has a career in health care, she loves being an Army wife and volunteering and mentoring military spouses. Becca also loves to laugh and meet new people. It has been said she makes friends wherever she goes. CONNECT WITH BECCA Facebook: https://facebook.com/kbaarobinson MemoryBlogger website: https://memoryblogger.com CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins
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Do you feel God calling you to something big this season? On today’s episode of Juggling Life, Finding Balance, Vivian is joined by Tiffany Jo Baker, whose story of calling and obedience will inspire you to live with big faith. Tiffany Jo is a certified relationship communication coach who has worked in family ministry for over 24 years. After getting pregnant with her second child, Tiffany Jo felt the Lord nudging her to become a surrogate when she witnessed the pain of a friend struggling with infertility. She has since been a surrogate mom for three different families, carrying and giving birth to five babies. Tiffany Jo says that it is her faith in God and in His children that inspired her to serve other families so sacrificially, as she believes in the importance of being co-laborers in God’s plans. Vivian and Tiffany Jo discuss Tiffany Jo’’s surrogacy journey, the inspiration for her devotional, Soul-Care for Go-Getters , and her work in marriage coaching and strengthening. Throughout it all, Tiffany Jo is a shining example of a woman on mission for the Lord, who listens to His calling and serves His people joyfully using the gifts she’s been given. When asked about how she stays balanced, Tiffany Jo offers listeners the following advice: take an intentional Sabbath once a week where you can reset and celebrate what the Lord has done, and ask Him every so often, “what is my assignment for this season?” When we remain close to God’s plans, we’ll not only see fruit, but we’ll experience fulfillment. GUEST BIO: Tiffany Jo Baker is a mom of two teenage girls, a wife of more than 21 years, and a surrogate mom to five babies. She is also an author and a certified relationship communication coach with more than 24 years of experience in family ministry. She is passionate about helping women live out their God-given purpose and believes in the importance of being a co-laborer with brothers and sisters in Christ. Tiffany Jo lives with what she calls “big faith,” having been a teenage prodigal who witnessed God’s blessing and protection in her life in all seasons. Website: https://www.tiffanyjobaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyjobaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyJoBaker/ Podcast: My Full Life + Faith Leaps Podcast Book: Soul-Care for Go-Getters: A 31-Day Devotional for Women by Tiffany Jo Baker POWERFUL QUOTE: “So many of us are busy working for God, but we need to be working with Him.” - Tiffany Jo Baker CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins
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Have you been through a recent divorce or separation, and are seeking encouragement and advice in this next stage of life? On today’s episode, Vivian is joined by Heidi Bee, a divorce comeback coach who is passionate about leading and mentoring women dealing with the aftermath of marriage separation. After going through a divorce and realizing that the resources she needed were not out there, Heidi began her own practice of coaching and empowering women in the same position that she was once in. Vivian and Heidi discuss the importance of self-reclamation, a supportive community, and a focus on the future, and they give listeners practical advice for navigating life after divorce. For many women, divorce can feel like a ditch in which they aren’t sure how exactly they got there and they aren’t sure how to get out. But if they stay in that ditch, they will never get to experience the joys of a life outside of it. Instead of worrying about the why , a newly divorced woman should focus her energy on the what now , and lean into the upward trajectory of the future. While divorce may signal the end of a relationship, it is also the start of a new chapter, full of purpose, passion, and peace. If you find yourself anywhere near the divorce ditch, take heart in knowing that your story is nowhere near over, and the Lord has plans for you to thrive , not just survive. GUEST BIO: Heidi Bee is a certified and trauma-informed divorce coach who established her practice after going through a divorce in 2015. Heidi realized that the resources and support that she was seeking post-divorce were not available at that time, so she created them herself. Now, Heidi provides customized coaching and goal-setting for women that are navigating the challenges of separation and divorce. Website: https://divorcecomebackcoach.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecomebackcoach/TikTok Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/divorce-comeback-coach/id1486352885 POWERFUL QUOTE: “Where our energy goes, our intention flows.” - Heidi Bee CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins
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Have you ever felt like the Lord might have a different, greater calling for your life? On today’s episode, Vivian is joined by Samantha Semans, who felt this very calling and now encourages other women to seek lives of godliness and abundance. Samantha is the founder of the Abundant Woman Collective, an organization that is centered on community and fullness of life that is found in the Lord. While Samantha spent many years in both the medical and marketing career fields, she felt God tugging at her heart to step into ministry, and she speaks to Vivian about the challenges, successes, and growth that she’s experienced within that transition. The Bible tells us that in Christ, our lives can be ones of abundance , because the plans that the Father has for us are far greater than anything we can dream on our own. Many women, including Vivian and Samantha, have found themselves at a point in their lives when they made the decision to surrender their plans for God’s plans. When you make the decision to surrender your life and your direction to Christ, you will receive greater freedom, greater access to the Father, and a greater sense of purpose. And if you have made the decision to follow the Lord’s calling but find yourself in a season of waiting, remember that even in the transition, you are placed on purpose. You are allowed to rest and abide in Christ, knowing that God will bring His work to completion. GUEST BIO: Samantha Semans is the founder of the Abundant Woman Collective, a community of women who are striving towards God’s true design for their lives amidst the noise and distractions of the world. After serving in the medical field for 10 years, Samantha started a remote marketing agency, but believed the Lord was leading her to something else. Using her knowledge of marketing and her passion for Kingdom-building, Samantha felt God leading her to begin the Abundant Woman Collective, in which she’s been able to minister to women of all ages, encouraging them to lean into the life that God desires for them. Website: https://www.theabundantwoman.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantwomanco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantwomanco/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruHFxMy2ixpjiOXYb6Y1Ug Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-abundant-woman-collective-podcast-christian-women/id1649689598 Podcast Episode featuring Vivian: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/71-from-striving-to-thriving-how-vivian-cumins-broke/id1649689598?i=1000630188054 Abundant Woman Co. “Be Loved” Event: https://www.theabundantwoman.co/beloved POWERFUL QUOTE: “You are called to be who you are in the season that you’re in — even if you’re in transition, even if you’re waiting for something else to come, He has purpose and plans for you right now.” - Samantha Semans CONNECT WITH VIVIAN: Website: https://viviancumins.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/viviancumins2 Instagram: https://instagram.com/viviancumins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@JugglingLifeFindingBalance Apple & Spotify (Smartlink): https://link.chtbl.com/JugglingLifeFindingBalance TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@viviancumins MemoryBlogger Website: https://memoryblogger.com…
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