Girl On A Hill

The Return: Return to a Low-Tech Life

This episode begins a new series called The Return, because the way we’re living right now isn’t working. Today’s podcast centers around living a low-tech lifestyle - not rewinding life to the 80s, but revisiting the way technology once shaped our attention, our pace, and our expectations. Before endless streaming and 24/7 entertainment in our pockets we didn’t fill every quiet moment. Choices mattered. Entertainment ended. And presence? That came more naturally.

GOAH 232: Christmas at the Movies: Home Alone

We all know Home Alone - the nostalgia, the one-liners, the chaos, and the kid who somehow accomplishes more in a weekend than most adults do in a month. But what if this Christmas classic has more to teach us than we ever noticed? In this episode, we talk about the deeper themes hiding in plain sight: how cultures of disrespect take root, why overreactions lead to unnecessary damage, and the fear we build around stories that aren’t even true. We wrestle with the difference between realism and pessimism, the power of facing what scares us, and the reminder that asking for help isn’t weakness. There’s humor, heart, and a surprising amount of wisdom packed into this familiar story, because sometimes the movies we think we know best still have something new to say.

GOAH 231: Christmas at the Movies: A Christmas Story

Throw on your pink bunny suit because today we’re taking a closer look at A Christmas Story. We’re talking about why the little things matter, how fixation can quietly steal our joy, and what happens when stress, overstimulation, and expectations run the show. We’re also getting honest emotional reactions and the quiet, everyday strength it takes to keep choosing joy. Because Christmas, like life can be imperfect, chaotic, and still incredibly meaningful. And sometimes the moments we don’t plan are the ones we treasure most. Don’t shoot your eye out and Merry Christmas!

GOAH 230: Christmas at the Movies - Elf

It’s that time of year where we gather around the tree, fill up our mugs with hot chocolate, and watch our favorite Christmas movies. But, what if there were things we could learn? Today we’re talking about one of our favorites - Elf! This episode has fun movie facts and lots of laughs - but we also get real about what it would look like to treat every day like Christmas, and what Christmas cheer really is. We’re talking about being who we really are, leaning into delight and joy, and the incredible power of hope and true belief. Merry Christmas, and just like smiling, you’re our favorite.

GOAH 229: Over It: When Enough is Enough - Overanalyzing

Today as we wrap up the Over It: When Enough is Enough series, we get to the big one - the one keeping all of us stuck. Stuck in place. Stuck in fear. Stuck in the never-ending negative thought spiral. Over-analyzing may feel like safety or preparation - but really it’s just an exhausting doubt-fueled thought-loop rooted in fear, control, and perfectionism. And it’s time to break free. Our minds and lives deserve a break. Becoming ok with discomfort, uncertainty, and learning to make decisions frees up our mental energy and allows us to actually live—fully, presently, and peacefully. In this episode, we’ll talk about what drives our overthinking, why it’s so hard to stop, and how to start trusting ourselves (and God) enough to move forward without needing every answer first. It’s time to quiet the noise, release the pressure, and finally make peace with not knowing it all.