Summer Habits That Actually Stick

Summer Habits That Actually Stick

Summer Habits That Actually Stick Why do we all start new habits with so much confidence? "This is the summer I'm going to..." and then life happens. In this episode of the Abundantly Favored Podcast, we're talking about why habits often don't last and how small, simple changes can create lasting transformation. From all-or-nothing thinking and perfectionism to unrealistic expectations, we'll uncover the common reasons we struggle to stay consistent—and how to break free from them. Inspired by Galatians 6:9, we're reminded that faithful consistency matters more than perfection: "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." We'll discuss practical strategies like habit stacking from Atomic Habits by James Clear and share easy ways to connect healthy habits to routines you're already doing every day. Whether it's adding prayer time to your morning routine, preparing healthy foods ahead of time, taking daily walks, drinking more water, practicing gratitude, or creating healthier boundaries with your phone, tiny faithful steps can lead to meaningful change. Most importantly, we'll explore how habits aren't about earning worthiness—they're about becoming the woman God created you to be. ✨ In this episode, you'll learn: * Why habits often fail * The power of habit stacking * How tiny habits create lasting results * The connection between identity and consistency * Simple ways to build spiritual, mindset, and physical habits this summer Summer Habit Challenge: Choose: ✔️ One mindset habit ✔️ One spiritual habit ✔️ One physical habit Keep it simple. Stay consistent. Trust God with the harvest. Closing Question: What's one habit that helps you feel more grounded and peaceful? Connect with us, share your answer, and join the conversation. We'd love to hear from you!

Ten Things We are Saying Yes to This Summer

☀️ Abundantly Favored Podcast — Season 1 Episode 13 10 Things We’re Saying YES to This Summer “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) Summer has a way of revealing what we’ve been carrying. Sometimes we unintentionally say YES to busyness, pressure, stress, comparison, and burnout without even realizing it. In this episode, we’re talking about 10 intentional things we want to say YES to this summer instead — things that bring more peace, presence, joy, and purpose into our everyday lives. We’re saying YES to: ☀️ slower mornings ☀️ protecting our peace ☀️ being more present ☀️ laughing more ☀️ prayer walks ☀️ healthier thoughts ☀️ meaningful conversations ☀️ less perfection pressure ☀️ rest without guilt ☀️ becoming who God created us to be We’re also sharing some funny and relatable summer YES moments like: 😄 drinking more water and less stress 😄 meals that don’t require Pinterest-level effort 😄 memories over perfectly clean houses 😄 slowing down enough to actually enjoy this season This episode is a reminder that summer doesn’t have to become another season of pressure. God may be inviting us into a season of slowing down, reconnecting, resting, and becoming more grounded in Him. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or mentally exhausted, this conversation will encourage you to breathe deeper, release unnecessary pressure, and embrace this season with more grace and intention. 🎧 Listen now and join us as we talk about the things we’re intentionally saying YES to this summer. Follow, share, and join us for more faith, mindset, and encouragement. Join our Inner Circle at abundantlyfavored.com Get our book... WAIT, Did I Say That? Faith, Mindset, and Why Your Words Matter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ] Get Our 30 Day Devotional...Wait Did I Pray That?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE] Love our Abundantly Favored Music? Song Credit: Abundantly Favored In the Whispers Will Molstad https://open.spotify.com/track/140lpOWMjztZXsgBCXhn9K

Why You Suddenly See Red Cars Everywhere: What Are You Training Your Mind to Notice?

Have you ever noticed that once someone points out red cars… suddenly you see them EVERYWHERE? In this episode of Abundantly Favored, Shelley and Jenny unpack the powerful connection between your focus, your thoughts, and the life you begin to notice around you. What started as a fun “red car challenge” turns into a deeper conversation about awareness, mental focus, and the way our brains are constantly filtering what we see. Using Philippians 4:8 as the foundation, they explore how your brain naturally searches for evidence to support whatever you repeatedly focus on — whether that’s stress, fear, gratitude, growth, or God’s goodness. You’ll hear real-life examples about motherhood, comparison, health, relationships, mindset, and the thoughts that quietly shape our expectations and words every day. This episode will challenge you to pay attention to what you’re training your mind to notice — and what you keep saying about yourself. Scripture: Philippians 4:8 (NIV) “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Follow, share, and join us for more faith, mindset, and encouragement. https://canva.link/lookforthegood30daychallenge Join our Inner Circle at abundantlyfavored.com Get our book... WAIT, Did I Say That? Faith, Mindset, and Why Your Words Matter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ] Get Our 30 Day Devotional...Wait Did I Pray That?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE] Love our Abundantly Favored Music? Song Credit: Abundantly Favored In the Whispers Will Molstad https://open.spotify.com/track/140lpOWMjztZXsgBCXhn9K

7 Lies Women Believe (And How to Flip Them)

In this episode, we’re talking about 7 common lies women believe, and how to replace them with truth. These are the quiet thoughts that sound like: “I’m too old…” “I’m not enough…” “I’ve missed my chance…” But here’s the truth: just because you’ve thought it doesn’t mean it’s true. Rooted in John 8:32, we walk through how awareness is the first step—and how you can begin to flip those thoughts into something life-giving. ✨ In this episode: * The most common limiting beliefs women carry * Why these thoughts feel so true (even when they aren’t) * How to replace lies with truth rooted in faith * Simple mindset shifts you can start today 💛 Reminder: You don’t have to believe everything you think. Follow, share, and join us for more faith, mindset, and encouragement. Join our Inner Circle at Abundantlyfavored.com Get our book... WAIT, Did I Say That? Faith, Mindset, and Why Your Words Matter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ] Get Our 30 Day Devotional...Wait Did I Pray That?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE] Love our Abundantly Favored Music? Song Credit: Abundantly Favored In the Whispers Will Molstad https://open.spotify.com/track/140lpOWMjztZXsgBCXhn9K

Remembering Frankie: A Life of Joy

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7 In this heartfelt and faith-filled episode of Abundantly Favored, we reflect on the beautiful life and lasting impact of our dear friend, Frankie—a woman whose joy, strength, and unwavering faith left a powerful imprint on everyone who knew her. Through personal stories and honest conversation, we explore how Frankie’s journey challenges us to look deeper at our own faith. What does it truly mean to trust God in every season? What can we learn from a life lived with intention, grace, and perseverance? As we come to the close, we reflect on this powerful truth: Frankie finished the race well. A life poured out in faith, joy, and love. A legacy that echoes the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” This episode is both a celebration and a call—to live fully, love deeply, and keep the faith no matter the season. ✨ Be inspired. Be encouraged. Be reminded that your race matters. Read more: gitzengirl.blogspot.com Choose Joy: Finding Hope and Purpose when Life Hurts by Sara Frankl and Mary Carver https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Joy-Finding-Purpose-Hurts/dp/1455562807 Follow, share, and join us for more faith, mindset, and encouragement. Abundantlyfavored.com Get our book... WAIT, Did I Say That? Faith, Mindset, and Why Your Words Matter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/3N2XWNQ] Get Our 30 Day Devotional...Wait Did I Pray That?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE] Love our Abundantly Favored Music? Song Credit: Abundantly Favored In the Whispers Will Molstad https://open.spotify.com/track/140lpOWMjztZXsgBCXhn9K