The Commons with Karla
Are you worn and exhausted from living a life of aimlessly going through the motions? There are many things that this world utilizes in an attempt to make us feel isolated and alone, but the truth is regardless of our backgrounds, there’s still so much we have in common. We all have the deep desire to connect, step into our true calling, and live lives of meaning and purpose. When we are going through the motions and living at surface level, it’s easy to feel that our days lack meaning. Welcome to The Commons, where you will find weekly inspiration to dig deeper and prioritize relationships, strengthen your families, and live a life of true, abounding freedom. Through the stories of our guests, our hope is that you will be encouraged to dive deeper into the relationships around you. When we lack connection, it’s easy to think we think we need more relationships, but oftentimes what we need is to go deeper with those already around us. Dear friend, so much of what you’re hoping for is already right in front of you. Join us as we learn, grow and connect week after week to creates lives and homes where every day, moment, and relationship is overflowing with purpose and intention. We hope that you will join us at The Commons and walk away feeling equipped to step into the richness of all that’s around you.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 149
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2024
#44: Leaving your Comfort Zone with Megan
Today we are chatting with my wonderful niece, Megan. Megan was an athlete and enjoyed spending time with family in her small, tight-knit hometown. Fast forward and she is 22 years old, in graduate s…
#43: Following God’s Calling on your Life with Kate
Today we are talking with Kate about her calling to foster and adopt. She has two children who are biologically hers, and then overnight became a mother of 4 due to an emergency adoption situation. F…
#42: Giving Back to your Community with Jill
Today we are talking with Assemblywoman Jill Tolles. Jill is a mother of two adult daughters, who have recently moved out of the house, making Jill and her husband empty-nesters. Jill started her pol…
#41: Embracing Change with Susaan
In this episode, we are chatting with my friend Susaan. When she was 18, Susaan moved to the United States of America from her home country of India. As you can imagine, this move came with many chan…
#40: Vulnerability Leading to Community with Shayla
When I think of the word community, my friend Shayla comes to mind. Shayla’s awareness of her need for genuine community grew from challenging seasons. Shayla always felt the need to be “the happy o…
#39: Living Life All In with Rachel
Today we are talking with Rachel. Rachel is the perfect example of someone who has decided to “live all in” by truly committing her full attention to being intentional in her life and in her relation…
#38: Devoting your Life to Serve Others with Jess
In this episode we are chatting with Jess, an amazing wife, mom, and friend. Often during November, we take time to reflect on the things that we are thankful for. Jess is a wonderful example of a wo…
#37: Nurturing the Important Relationships in your Life with Catie
Today we are talking with Catie, who by nature is such a nurturing woman. Catie’s kindness and love of taking care of others reflects in her marriage, parenting, grandparenting, and friendships. It a…
#36: Transitioning to an Empty Nest with Teresa
Today we are chatting with my dear friend Teresa. In this episode Teresa shares how she used difficult circumstances from her childhood to help build the strength she has today. Recently, she has had…
#35: Reading Through the Seasons of Life with Jessica
Today we are talking with a friend from my Book Club, Jessica. Jessica is a wife, and busy mom of two who loves to read. She uses books as a way to connect with others through Book Club, and says she…
#34: Relating to Others through Conversations about Books with Missy
In this episode I am talking with a wonderful lady named Missy who I met when she contacted me after hearing me on a book podcast. From there our friendship grew. Missy lives in a rural area, where …
#33: Online Book Community with Kari Sweeney
Today we are chatting with Kari Sweeney. Kari is a busy working mom, who like the most of us, has a full schedule. Something that Kari loves to do for herself is to read books and to talk about books…
#32: Navigating Relationships with Grace with Victoria
Today we are talking with my friend, Victoria. Victoria really is a wonderful example of a woman who values community, family, and faith. In this episode, she talks with us about how she navigates to…
#31: Finding Friendship in the Special Needs Community with Karen
Life’s challenges don’t seem so scary when you have a community who helps you know that you are not alone.
In this episode, I am talking with my dear friend Karen. Karen is blessed with two amazing…
Bonus #4: Finding True Connection within our Communities
Do you feel deeply rooted within your community, or are you just going through the motions most days?
Over the past few weeks, we have discussed how to navigate different relationships and begin fost…
#30: Making Connections Through Parent Volunteerism at School with Christina
As we get older and have children, most of us find it more challenging to stay connected with friends during the busy season of raising kids. What if we used some of these opportunities with our chil…
Bonus #3: Finding True Connection with Friends
It’s true that there are now more ways than ever to make new friends. You can hop online and look within certain interest groups, or head to various social gatherings to connect face to face. With te…
#29: Creating Genuine Relationships with Students with Wendy
In honor of “Back to school” time, I am having conversations with people who are in the thick of building community and making a difference at school. I am interested in talking with educators and p…
Bonus #2: Finding True Connection with Extended Family
Do you have a distant relative that often crosses your mind that you haven’t spoken to in a while?
Life can get crazy, and it can be easy to get lost in the day-to-day, connecting with those we run…
#28: Creating a Positive School Culture with Krissy
Today we are talking with a school Principal named Krissy or Ms. Brown as most people in our community call her. Krissy talks with us about how as a child she was able to go with her father to his sc…