Start Scared

I used to love The Biggest Loser. I thought it was motivational, inspiring, and fascinating. But after watching the Netflix documentary, my perspective completely changed. I realized how extreme the …

Today, I’m sharing something that I’m doing just for me. After years of teaching and now as a mom to a child with ADHD and big emotions, I’ve always been fascinated by the brain, especially how traum…

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jenifer Price (aka Dr. Jen)—therapist, speaker, and proud boy mom—joins me to talk about the deep connection between a mother’s mental health and a child’s emotional int…

Today’s episode is a real-time reflection, straight from the yoga mat to the mic. After taking a heated barre and yoga class, I found myself in an emotional moment connecting with younger Chrysty, th…

If you're a routine loving, checklist-making, control craving mama then this one's for you. 🙋‍♀️

In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I’ve been learning to loosen my grip on perfection, let go of the p…

In this short episode, I am sharing a bit about a recent girls’ weekend getaway! It was only 30ish hours, but it reminded me how important it is to reconnect with myself, my friends, and the woman I …

Today on Start Scared, I’m joined by Kadi Dutton—SAHM of two littles and co-owner of EveryLove, a company helping couples take their sex life from surviving to thriving.

We’re diving deep into what it…

In this short episode, I share how you can help make a difference for families affected by recent flooding in my community.

100% of the proceeds from my guided journal, Rediscover You: 30 Days of Scri…

Today, I am sharing my heart after a week heavy with loss, tragedy, and tough family decisions. From honoring a dear friend gone too soon, to grieving with fellow Texans after devastating floods, to …

In today’s episode of Start Scared, we’re chatting with Kelsey Cook—certified teacher, mama of four, and the powerhouse behind Learning with Kelsey, a subscription box service that helps parents enga…

This episode is such a special treat — I handed over the mic to my favorite guest ever: Bruce!

You all showed up with some fun and hilarious questions when I asked you to ask us anything on Instagram …

Father’s Day is a mix of emotions for me — deep grief for the dad I miss so much, and endless gratitude for the incredible dad my kids have in Frank.

In this short episode, I’m sharing my heart about …

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by lifestyle writer, editor, and 3-time published author Rachelle Bergstein. Rachelle is a 43-year-old mom to a 9-year-old son, a Brooklyn-based creative, and a b…

In August, my mom welcomed a foreign exchange student from Germany into her home—and from day one, he became part of ours, too.

We’ve shared beach days in Port O’Connor, a family vacation to Mexico, …

It’s my 41st birthday, and I’m celebrating by sharing 5 powerful life lessons I’ve learned the hard way. From self-love to boundaries to timelines—this is the kind of heart chat you and I would have …

Hey friend — today’s episode is straight from the heart. 💛

In my recent Bible study, we were reading about the Proverbs 31 woman and Ruth 3:1–13 (NLT), and something clicked for me in a new way. I alw…

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I’m joined by Alicia Long—Registered Nurse, Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, national trainer for Allergan, and the powerhouse CEO of C2 Aesthetics.

With over…

If you really know me, you know I’ve always been more of a cat person… so imagine my surprise when we adopted a senior dog! 😳 In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how we unexpectedly …

Mother’s Day is almost here, and if you’re searching for the perfect gift for your mom, a mom friend, a new mama — or even yourself — you’re going to love today’s episode.

I'm sharing all about Redisc…

In today’s episode, I’m turning the mic on myself and serving up a self-roast that’s smoother than my Botoxed forehead. 😂

From being a smut-obsessed Enneagram 6 to a Jesus-loving, slightly crunchy ca…