When we share our stories, we feel less alone
Bare it all with me
Hebrews 4:13
"And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account."
“At A Crossroads with The Naked Podcaster - Baring it all Emotionally and Spiritually” is for people of Faith who want to develop more self-confidence, courage, and self-esteem. It's unconventional, gritty, explicit, raw, edgy, vulnerable, and is a representation of baring it all emotionally and spiritually. Being raw and vulnerable through storytelling and the freedom that’s gained through sharing.
It is time for YOU to break the chains of the lies we tell ourselves and the negative self-talk that has been holding us back. NOW is the time to start exploring the hidden potential of your confidence and beauty both inside and out!
Once upon a time - maybe earlier today - you daydreamed about what your life would be like.
You were filled with optimism, excitement, and knowing that you are armed with unique enormous talent, wisdom, and intellect for which you hold with love from your creator.
Perhaps you made brave attempts to use your God-given gifts and now you feel like you have gotten it wrong over and over again. At times you feel like the warrior you are; at other times, you feel defeated or retreat with uncertainty and lack of confidence. Invincible and confident as a child and now overwhelmed and uncertain
Life continues to change leaving you questioning what you really want anymore
Your beautiful, authentic talent-rich soul aches to break free and shine, but perhaps you are skeptical or afraid to let her out in fear you may fail.
You crave connection, collaboration, and deep storytelling, which enables us to learn, find purpose and grow.
I UNDERSTAND… I’ve been there before. I have always considered myself a Christian, however, I have struggled with my faith lining up with my decisions.
- I’ve been divorced more than once and I struggled with the desire to stay through thick and thin, following scripture references, and my heart telling me to leave and how that related to the baggage I carried with me from childhood.
- I left a church after 17-years and that battle was emotionally draining and heart-wrenching. As a result, I lost all the support that I had and was left feeling lost and alone and also tremendously relieved.
- In my divorce(s), I struggled with figuring out who the real me was, reclaiming my identity, not losing it while parenting, balancing work, kids, and self-care, and not losing my sanity.
- All the issues that come up in parenting were at times overwhelming, I realized none of us know what we’re doing, and I was determined to give 100% every day in every situation. Some days that looked like I was crushing it, other days it looked like a fraction.
- In my search to find a new church that I was comfortable in (and the struggle to determine what I was looking for), I had “analysis paralysis” and did nothing. During the times when I did find somewhere to go, it was confusing and created conflict with my kids, so I stopped going. That is one thing I regret.
- In many ways I am very raw and always authentically myself, however, I thought that being an example in my faith was enough, which I now see as being passive and that was something I felt a burning desire to change.
- I learned to not only embrace all the parts and pieces of who I am, I also learned to face any fears and move forward in confidence.
I am thankful for all that I have been through and I am blessed to share with you my journey of life's crossroads. You are not alone.
At A Crossroads with The Naked Podcaster is for people of Faith who know that there is more to life and that our true authentic souls are built for greatness. You are built with strength and love that is meant to shine through in times of conflict and times of celebration, and you are ready to get to work and live your true purpose.
How can I be Mom of 18 AND The Naked Podcaster? The story began a few years ago….
In 2015 -- My kids came forward and shared with me their stories of abuse. I grew up with dysfunction and abuse, had 18 kids and did foster care for 15 years with the hope that my kids wouldn't have to experience abuse. That is called a cruel irony. Many of them have experienced physical, sexual and emotional abuse from their relationship choices, bullying, depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse, suicide attempts, cutting, etc. Not things a Mom wants to watch her kids experience.
August 2016 -- I wrote my book about my story of dysfunction growing up. I wanted to be an example to my kids and for them to know they weren't alone in their struggle, even if the "issue" is different. I also wanted them to be unafraid of sharing their story, getting help and building a support team and tools.
May 2017 -- 9-months after the book release, the podcast was launched and my goal was to share OTHER people's stories of struggle and what was part of the toolbox they built to get through their trials -using the same format I used for my book.
With ALL THREE situations, I was determined, deliberate, focused and driven. My desire is to help other people in their struggles - to make it faster, easier and more supported - for my listeners, and sometimes even for my guests. Most definitely for my kids.
So far, three of my daughters have been on my show. The first time I cried on the podcast was because one daughter described her suicide attempts and what saved her, and I wasn't aware of the full story. If I didn’t know that story, they have other stories I don’t know about. Struggling alone is agonizing.
I want my kids - most who are adults now - to embrace their stories, be unashamed, to heal and to flourish. To embrace confidence and high self-esteem. To grow into the best humans they can be. And that's what I want for my guests and my listeners as well. My goal is to hold space and create a safe place for stories to be shared, and for all of us to lean into who we are.
I hope you love all of these stories as much as I do.
Thank you to my kids for showing me how to stand up and be more than I ever imagined I could be.
Thank you for my guests for your willingness to Bare It All with me.
Thank you to my listeners for giving me the opportunity to share stories that are heard. My guest’s desire - and my own - is that their stories and the tools they've gathered will help you.
We are stronger together!
