When Your Dreams Don't Match Your Job

Homeschooled & Ahead of the Curve

Welcome my good friend, and guest speaker, Christen Wadsworth! In this episode, we chat how homeschooling creates unique academic and personal opportunities that set students up for success—even when it comes to college. We break down the myths surrounding homeschool education and dive into how flexible learning allows students to move at their own pace, pursue passions early, and build standout college applications. From dual enrollment and customized curriculum to real-world experiences and leadership opportunities, homeschoolers often graduate with more than just a diploma—they graduate with direction, confidence, and the ability to take on their own lives successfully. We are also chatting how homeschool students successfully navigate the college admissions process, what universities really think about homeschool applicants, and why many admissions officers value the independence and initiative these students bring. Whether you’re a homeschooling family, considering the switch, or just curious about alternative education paths, this episode will challenge assumptions and highlight how being “ahead of the curve” is more accessible than you might think. How to start homeschooling-full guide | Myfriend__brittany [https://brittany-mccrory-s-school.teachable.com/p/how-to-start-homeschooling-full-guide-1009415]

Parenting for the Long Game: Raising Kids Who Thrive as Adults-W/ Amanda Mavrakos

Raising kids who can communicate well, take responsibility, and thrive as adults doesn’t happen by accident. In this episode, Christian therapist Amanda Mavrakos joins us to discuss what it looks like to raise capable kids in today’s world. We are talking child-appropriate responsibilities and how they shape children into responsible, communicative, and successful adults. This episode blends biblical wisdom with practical parenting tools, helping parents guide their children toward accountability, confidence, and healthy communication—skills that last a lifetime. How to get in touch with us: Salt & Light Speech Therapy & Myofunctional Therapy | Alabama [https://www.saltandlight-slp.com/]𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐯𝐫𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐬 | 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 + 𝐌𝐲𝐨𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 (@saltandlightspeechtherapy) • Instagram photos and videos [https://www.instagram.com/saltandlightspeechtherapy/](8) Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/saltandlight.slp]Brittany: @myfriendbrittany • Milkshake Website Builder [https://msha.ke/myfriendbrittany] (1) Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/brittanymccrory.marketing]Brittany| Homeschool| Travel | Holistic Healing| Home Reno (@myfriend__britt) • Instagram photos and videos [https://www.instagram.com/myfriend__britt/?hl=en]

Sneek Peek: A Husband's Perspective On Toxic Family Relationships

Sneek Peek of an episode coming soon!!! In this episode, my husband is opening up and sharing his perspective on a topic that’s often uncomfortable—but deeply important: how a godly man is called to stand up for his wife and children when their family unit is being disrupted. Through Scripture and lived experience, we talk about what it truly means to “leave and cleave,” to lead with strength, and to honor parents without allowing dishonor or division in the home God has entrusted to him. This isn’t about harshness, disrespect—it’s about biblical boundaries, spiritual leadership, and protecting the unity of marriage. We discuss the difference between honoring your mother and enabling behavior that harms your wife, your children, and your household. My husband speaks honestly about the responsibility God places on men to guard their families, address conflict with wisdom, and lead with courage—even when it’s hard. This episode is for husbands, wives, and families navigating complicated dynamics with truth and obedience to God’s design for marriage and family.

When Your Dreams Don't Match Your Job

What if the tension you feel between work, motherhood, and marriage is discernment? In this episode, we talk honestly about the things that so many women carry: the desire to be present with their families while still wanting to contribute, create, and steward something meaningful. We unpack the lie that says we were created only to survive—to pay bills, stay busy, and make it through the week—and replace it with the truth of God’s design for family, work, and purpose. Through a biblical lens, we explore how God never intended work to compete with family, but to serve it. We talk about wisdom in choosing work that aligns with your calling, and why not every job fits every season. We challenge the idea that fulfillment only comes from staying home or grinding endlessly. This conversation is for the woman who feels called to build something meaningful and call it a career. It’s about rejecting survival mode and embracing a life ordered by God—where work has a place, family is center, and purpose is rooted in His design, not the world’s pressure. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is there more than this?”—this episode is for you.

Pt.2 Mother-in-Law VS Marriage

Let’s talk about what no one wants to say out loud. In Part 2 of Biblical Boundaries with Mother-in-Laws, we confront the tension between respecting parents and protecting your marriage and family. Using Scripture—not guilt or tradition—we break down why boundaries are biblical, necessary, and not unloving. This episode challenges unhealthy expectations, people-pleasing, and silent resentment, while pointing you back to God’s design for marriage, unity, and peace. If you’ve ever felt torn between keeping the peace and doing what’s right, this conversation is for you. Brittany| Homeschool| Travel | Holistic Healing| Home Reno (@myfriend__britt) • Instagram photos and videos [https://www.instagram.com/myfriend__britt/]