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  • Do you ever catch yourself dismissing your feelings or letting your inner critic boss your emotions around?

    ‘I should be happier
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    ‘I just need to think more positively
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    ‘I shouldn’t feel this way
’

    Join Mary and Dr. Alison Cook, therapist, author, and podcaster, as they discuss the science behind our shame spiral, the gift of liminal space, and the three-step framework that will transform your mental and emotional health.

    Tune in to hear,

    The science behind our shame spiral Why your inner critic is sabotaging your growth How to make decisions that break cycles of defeat

    If you are tired of trudging through life with unresolved emotions and the guilt that you should be responding differently to what you are going through, this conversation will set you on a new trajectory.

    Say goodbye to staying stuck in the endless cycle of self-sabotage and hello to clear-minded and brave action toward the life you dream of.

    Just remember friend, the only way forward is through.

    Follow Dr. Alison here! https://www.instagram.com/dralisoncook/

    Check out her new book here: https://www.dralisoncook.com/books

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Dr. Alison Cook: Dr. Alison Cook is a therapist and host of the top-ranked The Best of You podcast. Originally from Wyoming, Dr. Alison studied at Dartmouth College (BA), Denver Seminary (MA), and the University of Denver (PhD), where she specialized in integrating psychology and theology. Dr. Alison’s doctoral dissertation centered on the relationship between religion and prejudice. She is certified in Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and is the author of the ECPA bestselling book The Best of You and coauthor of Boundaries for Your Soul, with nearly 100,000 copies sold– based on the popular IFS therapy model. Widely recognized as an expert at the intersection of faith and psychology, Dr. Alison empowers individuals to heal from past wounds, develop a strong sense of self, and forge healthy relationships. In her new book, I Shouldn't Feel This Way: Name What’s Hard, Tame Your Guilt, and Transform Self-Sabotage into Brave Action, Dr. Alison will help you name, tame, and transform conflicting feelings into clear solutions with purpose and confidence.

  • Have you ever found yourself, phone in hand, involuntarily reaching to check notifications that haven't even buzzed, to scroll through a digital stream of consciousness, or to lose yourself in the infinite grid of pictures?

    Join Mary and Joey Odom, storyteller, podcaster, and co-founder of Aro, as they dive into the worlds we carry within our pockets, the science of habit formation, and the changes we can make to move towards a more engaged, present, and gratifying life.

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    The three reasons why you have a relationship with your phone Why your willpower will never be enough to make a change The discipline of noticing

    If you are tired of doom scrolling your life away and longing for actionable steps to reroute your digital habits, this episode is a master class in goal setting and habit formation!

    So friend, pull up a chair and grab your notebook, your life won’t be the same after this conversation!

    Follow Aro here! https://www.instagram.com/goaronow/

    Check out Aro here: https://www.goaro.com/

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Joey Odom: Joey is a natural storyteller and a dynamic leader known for his ability to inspire and foster deep connections with others. His own experience with technology as a husband and dad led Joey to help create Aro alongside co-founder Heath Wilson. Aro is a disruptive technology company that uses technology to help us put down our phones and be fully present in the moment with the people who matter most. The Aro platform leverages the science of habit formation to create patterns and rhythms of presence for families. Every member of Aro’s team is passionate about fulfilling the company’s vision, which is to create an entire generation of intentional families. Joey also hosts The Aro Podcast, which is a weekly conversation with leaders and influencers who strive to live intentionally. Joey and his wife of nearly 20 years, Cristin, live in Knoxville, TN with their son, Harrison (15) and Gianna (13).

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  • Do you feel caught between where you want to be and where you “should” be in life?

    Join Mary and Stephanie May Wilson, author, podcaster, and speaker, as they dive into the importance of conscious decision-making, the value of assembling a trusted board of advisors, and the impact of societal expectations on our life choices.

    Tune in to hear,

    How to sideline the opinions of the couch cushion coaches in your life Build security and peace in both who you are and the season you're in What we can learn from shopping for a pair of pants

    If you find yourself bending to the opinions of others and overwhelmed by the pressure to figure your life out, Stephanie is the trail guide you have been looking for!

    Friend, whatever season of life you find yourself in this conversation will be the nudge you need to reconsider the narratives that are holding you back and the longings you have quieted along the way.

    Loving your life is not off the table and today is the perfect day to start!

    Follow Stephanie here! https://www.instagram.com/smaywilson/?hl=en

    Check out her new book here: https://stephaniemaywilson.com/create

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Stephanie May Wilson: is an author, a podcaster, a speaker, and the go-to guide for 20- and 30-something women as they navigate their most important relationships. Through her books, her courses, and her chart-topping podcast, Girls Night with Stephanie May Wilson, she has mentored more than a million women as they cultivate healthy, thriving relationships with God, their friends, their significant others, and with themselves. Stephanie got her start as a writer when she packed up her backpack and traveled around the world for a year, keeping a blog of all her adventures. Stephanie’s writing has been featured on NBC, the Anthropologie blog, and in Relevant Magazine. She has also been a long-time blog contributor for CNBC’s Nightly Business Report, Darling magazine, and Christian Mingle. In her newest book, Create a Life You Love: How to Quiet Outside Voices So You Can Finally Hear Your Own, Stephanie helps women shrug off the pressure of what they think their lives are supposed to look like and take on the next big decision or life transition with intentionality and confidence.

  • Are you overwhelmed by all the unfinished projects around your home? Do you feel stuck in analysis paralysis when it comes to making design decisions?

    Join Mary and Myquillyn Smith, author, speaker, and designer, as they delve deep into the wisdom of imperfection, the power of limitations, and embracing the journey of creating a home that's true to you.

    Tune in to hear,

    How to break through the mental blocks of decision making The one rule of design that is really worth living by Why limitations can be a gift to you and your space

    This conversation will revolutioize the way you approach your home and, quite frankly, your life.

    Friend, today is the day to unravel the knot of design paralysis and open yourself up to the possibility of creating a space you love one step at a time.

    Follow Myquillyn here! https://www.instagram.com/thenester/

    Check out her new book here: https://thenester.com/houserules

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Myquillyn Smith: Myquillyn Smith, also known as “The Nester,” is the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Welcome Home and Cozy Minimalist Home. For the past 17 years, she’s been encouraging women to embrace their space—imperfections and all—and make it their own. Her previous homes have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Ladies’ Home Journal, and Cottages & Bungalows. She recently purchased and redecorated a 1905 Queen Anne Victorian home in Morganton, North Carolina, the inspiration for her new book House Rules. She’s never met a home she didn’t love.

  • Do you ever wish you could skip to the “good part” of your life?

    Join Mary and Ruth Chou Simons, author, artist, and founder of GraceLaced.com, as they discuss the fear of missing out on our life, why we numb out and avoid our disappointment, and the art assignment that changed Ruth’s life.

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    The one question you need to ask yourself when you feel behind Why chasing ‘someday’ devalues your diligence today How to live faithfully in the tension between what is and what is not yet

    If you are tired of chasing after “someday” in your life or running away from the restlessness within, this episode is for you!

    Friend, today is the day you stop waiting for your life to begin and experience the richness being formed within and around you right now.

    Follow Ruth here! https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced/

    Check out her new book here: https://nowandnotyetbook.com

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Ruth Chou Simons: Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including Now and Not Yet, GraceLaced, Beholding and Becoming, When Strivings Cease, and TruthFilled. She is an artist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker, using each of these platforms to sow the Word of God into people’s hearts. Through social media, and her online shoppe at GraceLaced.com, Simons shares her journey of God’s grace intersecting daily life with word and art. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure.

  • Have you ever felt like you have heard clearly from the Lord about a decision or direction, and yet there still seems to be resistance? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t get beyond what is standing in your way?

    Join Mary and Nick Connolly, author, speaker, and pastor, as they dive into the myths that lead us to burnout, simple strategies to reconnect with ourselves, and the gifts hidden in our weakness.

    Tune in to hear,

    The one posture shift you need to make in your thinking Seven different areas of our lives where resistance shows up and wreaks havoc How to hope without the fear of disappointment

    If you feel like you have lost yourself and are longing for practical ways to move from numbing to living your life fully alive, this episode is a must listen!

    Follow Nick here! https://www.instagram.com/nconnolly/?hl=en

    Check out his new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Give-Just-Yet-Overwhelming/dp/1496478363

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Nick Connolly: Nick Connolly is the founding and lead pastor of Bright City Church. Bright City is passionate about being a light in culture, living out the way of the bright, and creating a space where people can not only come to church, but encounter a living and powerful God who loves them. Additionally, Nick loves to be involved in entrepreneurial endeavors. In 2013, he helped his wife create Naptime Diaries, an online print shop that eventually became All Good Things Collective. He now helps Jess run Go + Tell Gals and coaches other entrepreneurs, pastors, and small business owners when he isn’t busy pastoring Bright City Church. In his debut book, Don’t Give Up Just Yet: Choosing Persistence in a World of Overwhelming Resistance, Nick wants to help people keep going in their individual callings as they experience the power and presence of God in their daily lives.

  • Are you tired of being tired?

    We tell ourselves it will get better after the next deadline or rest will come once we cross the finish line of this season, yet, it never comes. Day in and day out we remain stuck in the loop of repeating the same mantras while still longing deeply for rest that will satisfy.

    Join Mary and Jess Connolly, friend author, speaker, and coach, as they discuss the impacts of the gender exhaustion gap, the ministry of absence, and practical ways to experience rest in a loud and wild life.

    Tune in to hear,

    How to rewrite the cultural narratives keeping you stuck Why healing is a holistic process One practice that will revolutionize saying no

    If you have ever felt like exhaustion is inevitable or even your fault, Jess’s story will leave you with practical steps to live a more fulfilling life!

    Friend, today is the day to move from escaping life to redefining rhythms that awaken us to the precious days we have been given.

    Because rest is the very foundation we were created from.

    This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

    Follow Jess here! https://www.instagram.com/jessaconnolly

    Check out her new book here: https://www.jessconnolly.com/tiredofbeingtired

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Jess Connolly: Jess Connolly is a woman who wants to leave her generation more in awe of God than she found it. She is passionate about family, God's Word, and seeing women take their place in the kingdom. She's an author, a church leader, and a coach and has written nine books - including Wild and Free with Hayley Morgan, You Are The Girl For The Job, Breaking Free from Body Shame, and most recently, Tired of Being Tired: Receive God's Realistic Rest for Your Soul-Deep Exhaustion releasing April 9, 2024. Jess and her husband Nick live in Charleston, SC where they've planted Bright City Church. They have four wild and hilarious kids: Elias, Gloriana, Benjamin, and Cannon. They also have an unruly dog named Deacon.They have four wild and hilarious kids: Elias, Gloriana, Benjamin, and Cannon. They also have an unruly dog named Deacon.

  • Toxins. Crunchy. Natural. Healthy. All buzzwords to lead a ‘better’ life. But really - who has the time to implement these things?! And even if we did, what do we do with the contradicting data and the judgey sentiment that comes with it?

    If you can relate, this humorous, approachable, and informed conversation will be music to your ears. And de-humidified air to your lungs. Ha.

    Join Mary and Emily Morrow, author, content creator, and stay-at-home mom, as they dive into the realities of a toxin filled world, the hurdles to making healthier choices, and how to embrace the comedy that comes with living against mainstream norms.

    Tune in to hear,

    Why we have it all wrong about natural living How to navigate the challenges of adopting the crunchy way of life with sensible, easy-to-implement ideas The one change you can make today that will improve your mind, body, and soul.

    If you are looking for practical ways to integrate more holistic choices into your life without sacrificing your sanity this episode is for you!

    Whether you would classify yourself as crunchy or just beginning to become more conscious of your daily decisions, everyone is welcome here.

    There is no one size fits all to crunchy living.

    Follow Emily here! https://www.instagram.com/reallyverycrunchy/?hl=en

    Check out her new book here: https://www.zondervan.com/p/really-very-crunchy/

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Emily Morrow: Emily Morrow is a stay-at-home mom who founded the social media channel "Really Very Crunchy" with her husband Jason in 2022. Since then, her channel has grown rapidly, with over 2 million followers and more than a billion views on her videos. Emily’s first book, Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life without Adding Them to Your Personality, is set to release March 12,2024. Emily is deeply committed to living a natural and sustainable lifestyle, and she shares her experiences with her followers on her channel. When she's not busy creating content or spending time with her family, Emily enjoys gardening, foraging, reading, and exploring the great outdoors with her two kids.

  • Do you feel like you are at rock bottom? Are you exhausted from trying to pick up the pieces of your life and searching for hope?

    Join Mary and Molly Stillman, writer, speaker, and podcaster, as they discuss the unforgettable twists and turns of Molly’s life and how she found faith, joy, and hope in the middle of it all.

    Tune in to hear,

    Why life and healing aren’t linear The four ways we respond when an idol disappoints us What we can learn from wrestling with God

    If you have ever felt like you have reached the end of yourself and you can’t see any possibility of redemption in your story, this conversation is for you!

    Today is the day to find peace in the process of slow growth because friend, your story isn’t over yet.

    Follow Molly here! https://www.instagram.com/stillbeingmolly

    Check out her new book here: https://www.stillbeingmolly.com/if-i-dont-laugh-ill-cry/

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Molly Stillman: Molly Stillman is a writer, speaker, bible teacher, and host of the Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? podcast. She has been writing for nearly 20 years, and her first book, If I Don't Laugh, I'll Cry: How Death, Debt, and Comedy Led to a Life of Faith, Farming, and Forgetting What I Came into This Room For, is scheduled to release March 26th. Molly lives on a small farm with her husband John and their kids Lilly and Amos.

  • 'Is it time for me to stay or should I consider walking away?'

    Join Mary and Emily P. Freeman, author, spiritual director, and podcaster, as they discuss the how, when, and what now of walking out of rooms and into new ones with peace, confidence, and a whole heart.

    Tune in to hear,

    How to discern the difference between true peace and discomfort avoidance The four guideposts you need to listen to in your life Why we cannot wait on timeliness and readiness to take our next step

    If you are overwhelmed by decision fatigue and longing for more clarity to discern your next right step, this episode will give you the tools you need to clear the fog.

    You won’t want to miss this masterclass on what it means to be compassionate and curious in the liminal spaces of life!

    Follow Emily here! https://www.instagram.com/emilypfreeman/

    Check out her new book here: https://emilypfreeman.com/how-to-walk-into-a-room-book/

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Emily P. Freeman: Emily P. Freeman is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of five books, including her newest release How to Walk into a Room: The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away. As a spiritual director, workshop leader, and host of The Next Right Thing podcast (more than 25 million downloads), her most important work is to help create soul space and offer spiritual companionship and discernment for anyone struggling with decision fatigue. Emily holds a master’s degree in spiritual formation and leadership from Friends University. She lives in North Carolina with her family.

  • Do you feel isolated by the complexities of an evolving faith? Are you struggling to know how to hold the uncertainty you feel in this season?

    For so many of us, faith has subconsciously become synonymous with certainty.

    But what do we do when the answers seem to fall short of our experience and our faith feels more like wilderness than the trusted terrain we once knew?

    Join Mary and Sarah Bessey, author and teacher, as they discuss the stages of faith formation, the nuanced realities of deconstruction, and the hope we can offer one another in the wilderness.

    Tune in to hear,

    Why faith is not a static construct The 4 steps you walk through when re-configuring your faith How to hold space for who you have been and who you are becoming

    If you have been longing for a soft place to land with the questions you have been carrying, this conversation will be a balm to your soul.

    Trust me, friend, you will return to this conversation time and time again!

    Follow Sarah here! https://www.instagram.com/sarahbessey

    Check out her new book here: https://www.sarahbessey.com/books/field-notes-wilderness

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Sarah Bessey: Sarah Bessey is the author or editor of five books, including the New York Times bestseller A Rhythm of Prayer. She also leads Evolving Faith, a conference and online community for people who are reimagining their faith with hope. In her groundbreaking and nurturing new book, Field Notes for the Wilderness: Practices for an Evolving Faith, Sarah gives us a table for our questions, a shepherd for our curiosity, tools to cultivate what we crave, and a blessing for what was—even as we leave it behind. She lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with her husband and their four children.

  • Are you exhausted from the state of the world? Do you feel overwhelmed by the darkness that seems to be all around us, but desire so much to find the light again?

    Join Mary and Allyson Golden, pediatric nurse, author, and creator of Words Are Golden, as they unpack the significant relationship between darkness and light, the impact of our thought life and the practice of trusting God moment by moment.

    Tune in to hear,

    What two key roles the word of God plays in our lives Why your past does not disqualify you Four daily habits to renew your mind

    If you feel like you have to have it all together to be used by God or are weary from carrying the hardship of this season, this episode is a must listen.

    Wherever you find yourself today, may you remember that He is capable of far more beauty with the broken pieces of your life than you can imagine.

    Now is your time to shine!

    Follow Allyson here! https://www.instagram.com/wordsaregolden/?hl=en

    Check out her new book here: https://wordsaregolden.com

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Allyson Golden: Allyson Golden is a pediatric nurse, author, and the creator of Words Are Golden, reaching over 120k people on her social platform. In Arise and Shine, Allyson encourages readers to be “a light” for Christ. Beginning with a disheartening night shift in the pediatric unit of the hospital, Allyson walks readers through a challenging point in her career and the ways the weight of the world can leave us feeling hopeless. Seeking encouragement, she turned to the Word of God and began to study “the light.”

  • Are you struggling to know your place in the world? Longing to find some sense of belonging in your location, your community, or within yourself?

    Join Mary and Joy Clarkson, author and podcaster, as they dive into the necessity of being rooted: emotionally, spiritually, and physically, and the wisdom we can find hidden in the natural world around us.

    Tune in to hear,

    Ways to feel more meaning in life with this simple tool What trees can teach us about what we need to survive A new point of view to help find purpose right now

    If you find yourself envisioning the life you desire as being somewhere “out there”- this episode is your way forward to finding true freedom in the life you are living today.

    Today is the day to discover what’s been within you all along.

    This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

    Follow Joy here! https://www.instagram.com/joynessthebrave

    Check out her new book here: https://joyclarkson.substack.com/p/books

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Joy Clarkson: Joy Clarkson is the author of Aggressively Happy and host of popular podcast, Speaking with Joy. She is the books editor for Plough Quarterly and a research associate in theology and literature at King's College London. Joy completed her PhD in theology at the University of St Andrews, where she researched how art can be a resource of hope and consolation. In her newest book, In You Are a Tree: And Other Metaphors to Nourish Life, Thought, And Prayer, she examines seven ancient metaphors and what we can learn from paying attention to how we use words and imagery to describe our lives.

  • Do you ever find yourself wishing you had a different story? Are you afraid the legacy passed down to you will continue to repeat itself?

    Join Mary and Kristen Hallinan, writer, speaker and advocate, as they discuss the importance of shedding light on the wounds of our past, the science behind stored trauma, and the worthy work of healing.

    Tune in to hear,

    How generational influences impact our legacy Four practical ways to begin to understand your pain How to ensure your past does not define your future

    If you are longing to walk in greater healing and break free of the cycles of brokenness that have held you captive, this episode is your first step!

    Because while we may not be able to choose our history, we can choose to build a legacy that lasts.

    Follow Kristen here! https://www.instagram.com/kristen.hallinan

    Check out her new book here: https://www.kristenhallinan.com/book

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Kristen Hallinan: Kristen Hallinan is a sought-after writer and speaker, passionate about helping women redeem the pain of their past and move towards a healthier and more hopeful future. On mission to equip women and support families, Kristen previously worked as Director of Development for MOPS International. She enjoys working with teen moms, crisis pregnancy centers, and serving as a pre-marital mentor with her husband Shawn in Dallas, TX. Legacy Changer is Kristen’s debut book, and you can find her other writings in publications like Relevant Magazine, The Truly Co., and The Joyful Life.

  • Have you ever found yourself stretched thin, juggling responsibilities, and feeling judgment for not having it all together?

    Between a packed schedule, the responsibilities of everyday life, our expectations of ourselves, and the obligations we sense from others, it’s no wonder we are overwhelmed!

    Join Mary and Jamie Ivey, author, creator, and podcaster, as they explore the impact of our inner critic, the authenticity of our struggles, and the grace we must extend to ourselves and others.

    Tune in to hear,

    How to escape the cycle of shame and frustration The two-letter word you need to use more often Six practical steps to discern your best yes

    If you have ever felt like you should be further along in life or are frustrated you haven’t arrived at your full potential, you are not alone.

    This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

    Follow Jamie here! https://www.instagram.com/jamieivey/

    Check out her new book here: https://www.jamieivey.com/get-it-together

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Jamie Ivey: Jamie Ivey is the creator and host of the popular podcast, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, a central gathering place for talking about life and Jesus, which boasts 45.5 million all-time downloads and 600+ episodes. Jamie is an author who shares gospel truths with raw, redemptive stories from her life. She loves to deliver God-empowering messages to women and in her latest book, Why Can’t I Get It Together?: Kick Unrealistic Expectations to the Curb and Rest in God’s Truth, she shares how to embrace the transforming power of God’s love versus striving for the ideal.

  • Have you ever felt like your ‘mundane 9-5’ isn’t making a Kingdom impact?

    This thought can certainly leave you feeling disconnected from your spiritual purpose - even though you know God works all things for His Good.

    Join Mary and Jordan Raynor, author, speaker, and podcaster, as they break down the origins of the paradigm of sacred and secular work and the reality of the universal calling we have all received.

    Tune in to hear,

    How a low regard of our work limits our understanding of God and His Kingdom The pivotal role our work plays to all of eternity What God’s view of work tells us about Heaven

    Whether you feel like your work is not enough or you are not seeing it multiplied for the kingdom, this conversation will revolutionize how you view your 9-5.

    The hunch you feel that there is a deeper significance to your work is true.

    You have been called for this very moment.

    Follow Jordan here! https://www.instagram.com/jordanraynor/?hl=en

    Check out his new book here: https://www.jordanraynor.com/books

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Jordan Raynor: Jordan Raynor is a leading voice of the faith and work movement. Through his bestselling books (The Creator in You, Redeeming Your Time, Master of One, and Called to Create), the Mere Christians podcast, and his weekly devotionals, Jordan has helped millions of Christians in every country on earth connect the gospel to their work. In his new book, The Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When You're Not Sharing the Gospel), Jordan explores the intrinsic and eternal significance of daily work. In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup which Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures of his own. Jordan has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in The White House under President George W. Bush. A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. The Raynors are proud members of The Church at Odessa.

  • Have you ever felt like you’re losing your own VOICE? Not the Laryngitis kind of losing your voice of course, but the kind where you stop sounding like
YOU.

    If the connection to your authentic self feels like it's slipping through your fingers, Mary is here today with an anthem and a reminder that your skilled expertise and lived experience are your highest and best contribution to this world.

    Tune in for a refreshing look on how to start the year - along with 3 promises we should all be making to ourselves.

    The time is here, friends. The time is now. It's a new year. It's a new season. It is time to feel the fear and move forward anyway.

    It's time to find your voice.

    For more, head to : https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    Resources from Episode: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382

  • Have you ever found yourself stuck in the comparison trap, feeling you're not enough or falling behind based on the lives of others?

    Join Mary and Jenn Schultz, author, blogger, and podcaster as they discuss our innate search for belonging and the real reason behind our isolation and comparison.

    Tune in to hear,

    Why we can’t neglect the small things What we lose when we see other women as competition rather than community How our view of God affects our view of ourselves and others

    If you are longing to move beyond the limiting beliefs that have kept you isolated you won’t want to miss this episode!

    Follow Jen here! https://www.instagram.com/jennschultzauthor/

    Check out her new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Shes-Not-Your-Enemy-Insecurities/dp/0830785256

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Jen Schultz: Jenn Schultz is a non-spectacular and loved wife, mom, and writer of life-giving words. Through sharing her messy faith journey and plenty of scriptures her mission is to empower women to ditch shame and striving by finding identity in God and freedom in abundant grace. To help remind you that it’s okay to be imperfect because our God is perfect enough for us all. That He does His best work with our nothing and that He works with and through us for His glory and our good. In her newest book, She’s Not Your Enemy, Conquering Our Insecurities so We Can Build God’s Kingdom Together, Jen invites us to move beyond habits of self-protection or shame and discover the freedom that comes by creating a culture of community.

  • Do you desire both more closeness AND more boundaries with your family? The complexities of family dynamics is one we all know all too well.

    Join Mary and Courtney Burg, writer, speaker and teacher, as they peel back the layers of complex family dynamics, overcoming dysfunction, and setting new patterns for a healthier life.

    Tune in to hear,

    How generational family systems continue to impact us The three roles we all unconsciously play in the Karpman Drama Triangle How you can begin rebuilding self-trust today

    If you are looking for practical ways to navigate the many family dynamics of the season this episode is a masterclass in taking ownership of your healing and finding peace this holiday season!

    Friend, you don’t want to miss this!

    Follow Courtney here! https://www.instagram.com/courtneyjburg/?hl=en

    Check out her new book here: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/loyal-to-a-fault/

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Courtney Burg: Courtney Burg is the founder of Discover Your Worth, an online membership designed to support women with practical tools to break free from codependency while establishing a healthy boundary practice. Through self-led video coursework and supplemental material, women from all over the world are finding this resource a key component in reclaiming their peace and setting down dysfunctional patterns of behavior for good. In her upcoming book, Loyal to a Fault: How to Establish New Patterns When Loving Others Has Left You Hurting, Courtney unpacks the various ways we cope with, enable, and participate in unhealthy relationships and generational trauma and provides practical wisdom to break free from codependent patterns. Courtney has an undergrad degree in Psychology from the University of Florida and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Evangelism and Leadership with the Propel Cohort at Wheaton College. She and her husband, Jim, live in South Florida with their four young children.

  • Have you ever felt like your emotions are your enemy? That instead of helping you be able to achieve your goals and guide you toward the life you long for, they are a point of weakness standing in your way?

    Join Mary and Dr. Anita Phillips, notable trauma therapist, life coach, and minister as they explore our divine design, the essential role of emotions in shaping our lives, and how they are intertwined with our spiritual, mental, and physical health.

    Tune in to hear,

    The Four Soils of the Heart The cost of NOT making space for our emotions The mind-blowing parallels between our neurological pathways and nature

    Wherever you find yourself today, this episode is for you.

    Grab a cup of coffee and your journal - you won’t be the same after this conversation!

    Follow Dr. Anita here! https://www.instagram.com/dranitaphillips

    Check out her new book here: https://www.anitaphillips.com/book

    For full episode notes, head to: https://marymarantz.com/themarymarantzshow

    More About Dr. Anita Phillips: Dr. Anita Phillips (LCSW-C) is a trauma therapist, life coach, minister, and New York Times Bestselling author. In her new book, The Garden Within, Where The War with Your Emotions Ends and Your Most Powerful Life Begins, Dr. Phillips reveals how embracing emotion is the key to living your most powerful life. Widely recognized as a thought leader at the intersection of mental health, faith, and culture, Dr. Anita holds degrees from the University of Maryland and Regent University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is a dynamic speaker and podcast host who adores her family and friends, a good pint of ice cream, and sitting by the ocean.