226. How to Change Your Self-Image as a Military Spouse
It’s much easier to feel confident when you have a record of success. When you KNOW that you can get results, and others surround you with affirmation, you walk more confidently, you talk confidently, and it’s easy to believe in yourself. But what about when you don’t have a proven record of success? What […]
203. The #1 Question You Need to Ask
Welcome to the newly renamed More Than a Milspouse Podcast and the Unlocking Identity Series. This week I’m releasing daily bite-sized episodes to help you answer the question, “Who am I, really?“ On day one, we discussed why so many military spouses struggle with identity and purpose, and how that struggle impacts our health and […]
How to Be Happier Regardless of Where You Live
Over the last few weeks, we’ve been chatting about moving. Partly this is because I’m gearing up for my own PCS in a couple of months, and partly it’s because a lot of families move during the summer, whether to the other side of the world, or just across town. Today, we’re rounding out this […]
When You Can’t Deal With the Change of Moving
We’re continuing our series all about moving with the military, and talking about our mindset. Specifically, we’re looking at the statement, “I can’t deal with the change of moving.” I get it. I’m preparing for our third overseas move (OCONUS PCS) in four years. It’s not always fun. But let’s talk about what we can […]
How One Military Spouse Went From Surviving to Thriving
Sometimes military life is a lot. It can be easy to become resentful of this lifestyle. Today’s guest knows that feeling all too well. Beth Runkle’s journey brought her from bitter and reluctant military spouse to fully embracing the lifestyle and making the most of it. In this conversation, we talk about dealing with loneliness, […]
How To Improve Your Self-Esteem as a Milspouse
Do you ever find yourself second-guessing yourself, your skills, and what you bring to the table? You want to show up confidently, and yet you struggle with imposter syndrome. You sometimes question what you have to offer or if you’re even qualified to be in the room. Often we lack self-confidence. But is the […]
How to Stop Feeling Stuck By Your (Lack Of A) Career
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I feel completely stuck and frustrated in my career?” I think it’s probably a common thought for many people, military spouse or not. But we all know that there are added challenges to pursuing a meaningful, mobile career that truly lights you up and that you can take with […]
How to Avoid Toxic Positivity And Resentment
LISTEN ON YOUR FAV PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE Responding to life’s challenges as a military spouse Sometimes life circumstances are difficult. But the real question is, what is the best way to respond to those circumstances? Is it better to just “embrace the suck” or to “be more positive,” “look at the […]
How to Transform Your Life In 5 Minutes a Day
LISTEN ON YOUR FAV PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE The Power of Gratitude to Build Resilience and Transform Your Life as a Military Spouse Six years ago I felt stuck in a life I didn’t choose. I was tired of moving and starting over every year or so. I felt pulled in all […]
Are You As Resilient as You Think?
LISTEN ON YOUR FAV PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE “Military Spouses are So REsilient” Often in military life we talk about being resilient. We say that our kids are resilient. But honestly…I don’t love that statement. Today we’re going to talk about why. We’ll unpack what resilience really is, common myths and misconceptions […]
