A Heart That Beats for Home
Nikki Smith 102 episodes Nov 5, 2026
Nikki Smith hosts A Heart That Beats for Home, a personal and faith-centered podcast about marriage, motherhood, family, and everyday life. Drawing on her experience as a wife, mother of three, and entrepreneur, Nikki shares reflections on growing through marriage, parenting, business, and her relationship with God. Each episode aims to offer hope-filled conversations about building strong families, parenting intentionally at every stage, and keeping Christ at the center. She also invites guests to share their own stories and passion for nurturing what matters most.
Episodes
105. The Heart of Hospitality: More Than a Beautiful Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What makes a home truly beautiful? Is it the decor, the perfectly prepared meals, and the thoughtful details? Or is it the way people feel when they walk through our doors?As women, we can put so much pressure on ourselves to create beautiful homes and memorable gatherings that we sometimes lose sight of the very people we're trying to lov
104. 6 Things to Stop Doing in Your Marriage (Part 2)
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if some of the biggest changes we could make in our marriages started not with what our spouse needs to do differently, but with what we’re willing to change in ourselves?In Part 2 of this marriage series, we’re diving into the final three habits that can quietly create distance, resentment, and division in our relationships—and the intent
103. 6 Things to Stop Doing in Your Marriage (Part 1)
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if some of the biggest changes we could make in our marriages started not with our spouses, but with us?After nearly 27 years of marriage, I've learned that a healthy marriage isn't built by two perfect people. It's built by two imperfect people who are willing to keep growing, extending grace, and choosing each other throug
102. The Little Things That Quietly Tear Down Our Homes
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever stopped to consider the little things that might be quietly stealing joy from your home?We spend so much time trying to protect our families from the big things that we can overlook the small attitudes, habits, distractions, and compromises that slowly begin to take root.In Song of Solomon 2:15, we're reminded to catch the li
101. Stop Fixing Everything: Giving Our Kids Room to Grow
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As our kids get older, one of the hardest parts of parenting is knowing when to step in and when to step back.This week’s episode came out of a conversation I had with a girlfriend about that exact tension. When do we let our kids make their own decisions? When do we allow natural consequences to do some of the teaching? And how do we begin rel
100. 100 Episodes Later: The Words I Still Carry With Me
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. 100 episodes.It’s honestly a little hard to believe we’re here.When A Heart That Beats for Home began nearly three years ago, I knew I had a heart for encouraging women to cultivate strong marriages, intentional families, and homes centered around biblical truth. What I didn’t know was where God would take it.One hundred episodes later, this li
99. The Stories Our Children Will Need When Life Gets Hard
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What are the “stones” in your family, the stories you never want your children to forget?In Joshua 4, God instructed the Israelites to take twelve stones from the middle of the Jordan River and build a memorial. Why? So that one day, when their children asked, “What do these stones mean?” they could tell them the story of God’s faithfulness.In
98. Beyond ‘Fine’: How to Have Deeper Conversations With Your Kids
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. We all want deeper relationships with the people we love, but sometimes we’re waiting for meaningful conversations to happen instead of learning how to invite them.In this episode, Nikki explores the art of asking good questions and how simple curiosity can help our children, teenagers, spouses, and friends feel truly known, heard, and seen. Sh
97. Nothing Humbles You Quite Like Your Kids
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What happens when you ask your kids what you do that makes them cringe?For this episode, the answer came from a simple phrase: “my mama heart.” What started as a funny conversation with a daughter turned into a much bigger realization... of course our kids don’t fully understand the mama heart yet. They haven’t experienced one.Motherhood change
96. Why Mom Sets the Tone of the Home: Tips to Thrive This Summer
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95. Protecting Our Children in a Digital Age with Ryann Bauer
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This week on A Heart That Beats for Home, I’m joined by Ryann Bauer for one of the most powerful and important conversations we’ve had on the podcast. Ryann shares her deeply personal story of childhood abandonment, depression, self-harm, and becoming a young mom, and how God slowly redeemed her pain and turned it into purpose. What began as he
94. Consistency, Grace, and the Legacy of Home with My Mom, Monique Cronk
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This week’s episode is one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve ever shared on the podcast. In honor of Mother’s Day, I’m sitting down with my own mom, Monique, for a conversation about motherhood, faith, marriage, family, loss, legacy, and the beauty found in ordinary everyday life. My mom was married at 18 years old and went on to raise
93. Connecting with Your Teen and Young Adults in Ways That Last
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This week’s episode is a continuation of a conversation that I truly believe every parent of teens and young adults needs to hear.After revisiting one of the very first episodes of this podcast last week, I was reminded just how relevant these principles still are, and how much they continue to shape the way I parent today.So this week, we’re f
92. Parenting Teens Without Constant Conflict: Where to Hold the Line (and Where to Let Go)
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This week’s episode is a little different, and one I’m really excited to bring back.As I was preparing to record a new episode on the topic of principles vs. preferences in parenting, I went back to revisit what I had already shared in the very early days of this podcast… and I was reminded just how much this conversation still matters.In fact,
91. Navigating Life in Seasons of Soaring and Struggling
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As this episode goes live, I’m celebrating my 48th birthday, and I felt a strong pull to pause what I had planned and just sit down for a real, honest conversation with you.Looking back over the last 48 years, one thing is so clear: life is not a straight line. It’s a mix of seasons. Seasons of soaring and seasons of struggling. Times where we
90. When You Lose It as a Mom (And What to Do Next)
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever had a moment where you just snap—and the second it’s over, you wish you could take it all back?In this honest and personal solo episode, I’m sharing a moment from last week where I lost my cool as a wife and mom—and what God has been teaching me through it. Because the truth is, so many of us are trying to hold it all together, an
89. Don’t Burn Down Your Own House: Fighting for Your Marriage with Lindsey Maestas
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey Maestas for a conversation that feels both honest and deeply hopeful for anyone navigating the realities of marriage.Coming off our Marriage Through the Decades series, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Lindsey brings both truth and tenderness as she shares from her own story—walking through sea
88. Marriage Through The Decades: 44 Years of Marriage and the Practices That Make Love Last with Marc & Lori Maillefer
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. n the final week of the Marriage Through the Decades series, Nikki sits down with Marc and Lori Maillefer, a couple who have been married for 44 years and who have played a deeply meaningful role as mentors in Nikki and Jed’s life. Their marriage has been shaped by decades of ministry, raising five children, navigating grief and hardship, and l
87. Marriage Through the Decades: Trusting God in Every Season with Loren & Sue Tucker
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In week three of the Marriage Through the Decades series, Nikki sits down with Loren and Sue Tucker, a couple who have been married for 35 years and whose influence has stretched across generations. This conversation is especially meaningful as Loren and Sue were Nikki’s youth pastors during some of the most formative years of her life. With wa
86.Marriage Through The Decades: Protecting What You’ve Built in Marriage with Eric & Lindsay Parks
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In week two of the Marriage Through the Decades series, Nikki sits down with Eric and Lindsay Parks for an honest and encouraging conversation about what it looks like to protect what you’ve built in marriage and family life. Married for 23 years and raising five children, Eric and Lindsay share wisdom from a season filled with busy schedules,
85. Marriage Through The Decades: Choosing Each Other When It’s Not Easy with Cody & Lyndsey Tinsley
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Over the next four weeks, we’ll hear from four couples in four different decades of marriage, from 11 years all the way to 44. Each story is unique, but they share a common thread: faith, real struggles, and the grace it takes to keep choosing each other through every season.To begin the series, I’m joined by Lyndsey and Cody, who have been mar
84. Marriage Through the Decades Series
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if one of the greatest gifts we can give our children isn’t a perfect childhood, but a healthy marriage to grow up inside of?In this special kickoff episode, we’re introducing a four-week series called Marriage Through the Decades. This series isn’t about picture-perfect relationships or pretending anyone has it all together. It’s about re
83. Meeting God in the Middle of the Mess with Devan Holman
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Some days feel like you’re barely holding the house, the calendar, and your own heart together, and you wonder if you’re failing at life. Today’s conversation will meet you right there. Nikki sits down with Deon Holman, wife, mom of three, and writer of an upcoming 30-day devotional project Messy Days, Mighty God, to talk about finding Jesus in
82. The Greatest of These Is Love: Raising Kids Who Know How to Love Well
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Valentine’s week often centers around flowers, feelings, and romance. But what if love is meant to be much deeper and much more daily than that?In this episode, we step back and ask a foundational question: if the greatest commandment is to love, what does that actually look like inside our homes?Not the cultural version of love built on emotio
81. Excruciatingly Beautiful: When Joy and Grief Collide in Motherhood
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this heartfelt episode, Nikki shares an honest conversation about the tension so many mothers feel but rarely name, the joy and grief that exist side by side as our children grow and begin to let go of our hands.From sending a child off to college to watching her youngest drive away for the first time, Nikki reflects on the moments that feel
80. How to Thrive in 2026 Without Burning Out (Part 3): Staying in Your Race for the Long Haul
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As we wrap up our three-part series on starting the new year with clarity and purpose, this episode focuses on one essential question: How do we stay in our race when the excitement fades and the work gets hard?We explore why we often expect quick results in the beginning but underestimate what steady faithfulness can produce over time. Through
79. Get Clear in 2026 (Part 2): Vision That Simplifies Your Yes and No
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In part 2 of our 3-part series on goal setting and vision, we’re talking about clarity and how clear, God-given direction can simplify your life in a way that feels like peace. When you don’t know where you’re headed, everything gets heavier: indecision, overthinking, people-pleasing, and yeses that don’t align with what truly matters.Today, I
78. Run Your Own Race In 2026 (Part 1): Why Faithfulness Matters More Than Speed
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As we step into a new year, many of us feel a mix of hope, pressure, exhaustion, and uncertainty. In this opening episode of Season 3, Nikki invites you to pause, reflect, and reframe what it really means to move forward.This episode kicks off a three-part series centered on running your own race, not chasing comparison, perfection, or unrealis
77. From Perfection to Peace: A Season Finale for the Mom Who Tries So Hard
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. If perfection keeps stealing your peace, this episode hands it back. In this season finale, we look at a year of growth in the real world — inside homes full of schedules, emotions, and people we love. We talk about the shift that’s changing everything for our families: saying less, being clear, and repairing quickly when we miss the mark. We a
76. Gratitude, Growth, And Grace - Reflections on 2025
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. When the calendar starts sprinting and the afternoons turn dark way too early, we get the chance to slow everything down. We can take a deep breath, look back on the year, and see it through three lenses that matter—gratitude, growth, and grace. Not to hustle harder or create picture-perfect plans, but to walk into 2026 with steadiness, a littl
75. Dwell Differently Co-Founder Natalie Abbott: Finding Peace in Scripture When Anxiety and Fear Feel Overwhelming
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this podcast episode, Nikki welcomes Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, a ministry dedicated to helping people memorize scripture. Natalie discusses her life as a wife, mom of five, and author. She shares her personal journey to faith, which started with reading various religious texts, including the Bible given to her by her g
74. Justin Whitmel Earley on The Body Teaches the Soul: Rhythms That Heal, Restore, and Shape Us
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this engaging conversation, Nikki Smith interviews Justin Whitmel Earley, exploring the profound connection between our physical habits and spiritual lives. Justin shares his personal journey from a crisis in mental health to discovering the importance of habits in shaping our souls. They discuss the impact of technology in parenting, the si
73. Beauty From Ashes Story - Redemption, Obedience and Redefining Success with Debbie Neal
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Today I get to sit down with a dear friend of mine, Debbie Neal.For years, I’ve known Debbie as a woman of incredible drive and determination — a true leader, a go-getter, and someone who has inspired so many through her work and her example. But today’s conversation isn’t about her professional achievements. It’s about something far more perso
72. When God Rewrites the Blueprint: The Story Behind The House the Parks Built with Lindsay Parks
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What happens when your “forever home” isn’t forever after all? We sit down with Lindsay Parks—wife, mom of five, creator, and co-host of Built for More—to unpack the surprising decision to sell the dream house she built in public, and the freedom that followed. This isn’t a story about loss; it’s a story about listening. Lindsay shares how a qu
71. More Than a Role: Actress Masey McLain Talks Faith, Purpose, and Trusting God Through Every Season
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if the season you’re calling a drought is actually sacred training? I sat down with actress and creator Masey McLain for a candid, deeply encouraging conversation about conviction, calling, and the new feature film Soul on Fire—where she portrays Beth O’Leary. From growing up a pastor’s kid to turning down roles that crossed personal lines
70. A Mom’s Sacred Calling in a Get-Things-Done World
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Some days the kitchen sparkles; an hour later, it’s crumbs and cups and quiet frustration. I share candid stories from 23 years of motherhood and 26 years of marriage, the Scriptures that steady me, and the simple habits that reset a house’s tone when everyone feels stretched thin.We unpack the honesty of “I want to grow but I’m busy,” then map
69. Beauty From Ashes Story - Finding Hope After Losing Everything with Andrea Hryszczuk
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What happens when you lose everything but discover what truly matters? In this deeply moving conversation, Andrea Hryszczuk shares the harrowing yet hope-filled story of watching her family home burn completely to the ground in May 2020.The fire began unexpectedly in their garage during pandemic lockdown, with the family unaware for crucial min
68. When Life Burns Down: John O'Leary's Story of Faith and Resilience
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if your darkest moment became the spark that illuminated your greatest purpose? John O'Leary was just nine years old when curiosity led to catastrophe – an explosion that left him with burns on 100% of his body and a 1% chance of survival. Yet from those ashes rose an extraordinary story of resilience, purpose, and profound gratitude
67. Embracing Life's Unpredictable Seasons
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever had a season of life that looked nothing like you planned? That's exactly what happened during my summer break from the podcast. What I expected to be a peaceful time of preparation transformed into a rollercoaster of unexpected challenges, profound grief, beautiful celebrations, and deep life lessons.When God nudged me to ta
66. The Power of Pause: Finding Joy in Summer's Unstructured Days
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Summer beckons – that magical time when routines relax and possibilities unfold like wildflowers. But how do we make these precious months truly matter?Instead of approaching summer with the typical achievement-oriented mindset that dominates the rest of our year, what if we shifted our focus to growth? Not the kind measured in completed checkl
65. The Package Deal: Marriage, Intimacy, and Keeping the Spark Alive with NFL Chaplains LaMorris and Megan Crawford
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Lamoris and Megan Crawford return for a candid, humorous, and deeply insightful conversation about keeping the spark alive in marriage through busy seasons, kids, and ministry demands.The Crawfords don't hold back as they share their family hierarchy—God first, spouse second, kids third, then ministry—and how this ordering has sustained th
64. Beyond Contract: The Sacred Covenant of Marriage with NFL Chaplains LaMorris and Megan Crawford
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. From the projects of Chicago to the cornfields of rural America, Lamoris and Megan Crawford's love story defies cultural expectations while illuminating the transformative power of covenant marriage. Their journey began at Olivet Nazarene University where two worlds collided – his marked by inner-city hardship and her steeped in traditiona
63. The Silent Weight We Carry: Understanding Mental Load in Relationships
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. The invisible weight of mental load is crushing marriages silently - creating resentment where there once was partnership. Continuing with a candid exploration of household management,I delve deeper into why the mental burden of maintaining a home can fall unevenly and how couples can recalibrate their approach through genuine connection.Drawin
62. The Silent Weight We Carry: Understanding Mental Load in Motherhood
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever found yourself wondering how you spent an entire day feeling completely exhausted yet somehow accomplished "nothing"? The mental load you're carrying might be the answer, and you're not alone in feeling its weight.In this candid exploration of mental load, I dive into Dr. Morgan Cutlip's illuminating book
61. When Letting Go Is The Hardest (and Best) Thing You'll Do
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Watching your child walk across the college graduation stage is a moment filled with contradictory emotions – fierce pride alongside the bittersweet realization that a significant chapter is closing. After navigating four transformative years of college parenting, I'm pulling back the curtain on what this journey really feels like from a m
60. Do I Pass the Joy Test?
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if the atmosphere in your home isn't determined by circumstances, but by something deeper you can actually control? In this intimate conversation, we explore the powerful distinction between happiness (that fleeting emotion dependent on everything going right) and joy (the intentional choice that transcends situations). The truth is,
59. Menopause, Mom Life, and My 5pm Wednesday Meltdown
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed despite everything in your life looking "fine" on paper? This raw, unscripted episode emerged from my own struggles. Sitting in my bedroom with a makeshift recording setup, no makeup, and desperately needing a shower, I share honestly about my current season of diminished capacity. Menopause s
58. Beauty From Ashes Story - Walking Through Fire: A Mother's Story of Faith During Childhood Cancer with Alex Woldhuis
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Alex Woldhuis never expected to be sitting in a hospital room while doctors told her that her three-year-old son Nick had leukemia. What began as puzzling symptoms—persistent low-grade fevers, unusual fatigue, and mysterious spots under his skin—rapidly escalated into a diagnosis that would transform their family's life. With remarkable ca
57. Real Talk About Sibling Relationships with Olivia Smith - Part 2
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this fun continuation of my conversation with my 20-year-old daughter Olivia, we peel back the layers of what has made our family relationships strengthen through the ups and downs of life.Olivia shares her beautiful philosophy that "your success is my success, and your failure is my failure," revealing how this mindset has shaped
56. Navigating Anxiety and Finding Joy with Olivia Smith
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What happens when fiery mother-daughter personalities collide under one roof during the college years? Nikki Smith and her 20-year-old daughter Olivia pull back the curtain on navigating this delicate transition with raw honesty that will resonate with any parent of young adults.Olivia, currently balancing nursing school with weekend hospital s
55. Roommates or Soulmates? A Marriage Check-In.
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Dive into this heartfelt episode where we explore the canvas of marriage, navigating between being roommates or soulmates. Host Nikki Smith shares personal insights and lessons learned over 25 years of marriage and parenting, drawing inspiration from the book “Reconnected: Moving from Roommates to Soulmates.” With relevant anecdotes and practic
54. Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House with Dana K. White
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Dana K. White, the creative genius behind "A Slob Comes Clean." Dana opens up about her journey from a theater arts teacher to a stay-at-home mom, sharing how her struggles with home organization propelled her into a successful writing career. With her books "Decluttering at the Speed of
53. Beauty From Ashes Story: Kristina Weir - Looking for God Winks in the Depths of Suffering
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Our guest, Kristina Weir, bravely shares her journey through two major health battles, beginning with being diagnosed with breast cancer at just 30 years old. As Kristina recounts the whirlwind of emotions and the dismissal she faced, we reflect on the unexpected blessings that can arise from such challenges. Now a mother of two grown sons, Kr
52. Cheers, Ears, and Prayers: 3 Concepts for Supporting Our Children Through the Tween, Teen and Adult Years
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if some of the most powerful tools you have as a parent are simply your words, your ears, and your prayers? In this episode, you'll discover how focusing on character traits like diligence, responsibility, and kindness can build stronger, nurturing relationships with your kids, rather than merely celebrating their accomplishments. The
51. The Midlife Edit with Shannon Blas - Part 2
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Shannon Blas joins us on an enlightening journey through the midlife transition as children leave the nest. With her engaging insights, discover how Shannon found purpose and fulfillment beyond motherhood, inspiring all of us to redefine our own paths. This episode offers a promise of renewed independence and personal growth, as we explore how
50. The Midlife Edit with Shannon Blas - Part 1
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Unlock the secrets to navigating midlife transitions with grace as we share a heartfelt conversation with my dear friend, Shannon Blas. We reflect on our 20-year journey from young motherhood to embracing the empty nester phase. Shannon generously opens up about her experiences, highlighting the importance of nurturing relationships with adult
49. The Bladder Battle: Real Talk Around the Fear of a Cough or a Sneeze.
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Urinary incontinence is a challenge many women face but often shy away from discussing. As someone who has personally experienced the impact of this condition, I take you through my journey of trying various treatments to regain control over my life. From the initial frustration of leakage during everyday activities to discovering the role fasc
48. Beauty From Ashes Story: Hadley Eddings' Journey of Loss, Restoration, and Faith in the Face of Tragedy
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if you could transform unimaginable grief into a beacon of hope? Hadley Eddings joins us this week on A Heart that Beats for Home to share her incredible journey through loss, resilience, and faith. In 2015, on what should have been a celebratory sixth wedding anniversary, Hadley and her husband Gentry faced a devastating tragedy—the loss
47. Welcome to Season Two!
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Time is a precious yet fleeting element of life that shapes our experiences, especially within our families. In this episode, we reflect on the past year of the podcast, celebrate growth, and share exciting plans for 2025, including discussions on women's health, intimacy in marriage, and parenting young adults, all framed by inspiring sto
46. The Power of Patience and Gratitude in Marriage - Betsey Dirkse Part 2
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. After navigating the ups and downs of 31 years of marriage and ministry, Betsey joins us to share how she and her husband, John, have kept their relationship strong and full of joy. From the early years of marriage filled with youthful challenges to the quieter days of empty nesting, their story is one of enduring partnership rooted in gratitud
45. Finding Joy in Everyday Life with Betsey Dirkse
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join us for a heartwarming episode of A Heart that Beats for Home as we are joined by the delightful Betsey, a pastor's wife, mother of five adult children, and grandmother of six. In this episode, we explore the themes of joy and gratitude within family and marriage, and Betsey shares her infectious joy and genuine spirit with us. Learn
44. The Impact of Living a Grateful Life
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What role do you play in setting the emotional tone of your home? Join me, Nikki Smith, as I explore how embracing the spirit of gratitude can transform our family dynamics, even amidst the November hustle and bustle. We'll dive into the profound impact genuine gratitude can have, moving beyond mere positivity to truly appreciating the ble
43. Nikki's Favorite Things - Holiday Edition
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever opened a gift box expecting something delightful, only to find a surprise that left you in stitches—or slightly terrified? Join me, Nikki Smith, as I recount the unforgettable Christmas when my husband decided to conquer my fear of firearms with a handgun, leading to a hilarious holiday tale of miscommunications in gift-giving. Explore the
42. 10 Interior Design Tips to Elevate Your Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Transform your living space into a serene sanctuary and explore fundamental design principles that balance tones, patterns, and textures, ensuring your space feels both aesthetically pleasing and deeply personal.Unlock the secrets of enhancing your home's ambiance with practical tips on drapery and furniture selection. From extending curta
41. Choosing Sobriety with Heather Shields
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join us as Heather courageously shares her story of overcoming alcohol's grip, especially the moment when her daughter witnessed a version of her that was far from her best. Her raw storytelling sheds light on the pivotal choices she made to reclaim her life, drawing strength from embracing vulnerability and authenticity. Together, we conf
40. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Creating Margin, Finding Mentors, and Keeping Christ at the Center / Lessons 21-25
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Jump into the final week of 25 lessons learned over 25 years of marriage. Reflect on the transformative journey my husband and I embarked upon, filled with wisdom from mentors and inspiration from couples we admire. Embrace the joy and challenges of marriage, and hear how a supportive community has helped us navigate through every stage—from nu
39. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Insecurities, Laughter and the Power of Words / Lessons 16-20
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Stepping away from the familiar lure of sun-kissed beaches, my husband and I embraced the crisp allure of a 12-day escape to Vancouver Island for our 25th wedding anniversary. This wasn't just any getaway; it was a celebration of the lessons and love we've cultivated over a quarter of a century together. From the bustling charm of Vic
38. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Avoiding Strings of Bad Days, Communicating Your Needs, and Knowing the Difference Between a Bad Habit and a Bad Heart/ Lessons 11-15
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. How do you keep the spark alive in a marriage that's spanned over two decades? Join Nikki Smith as she shares her 25 Lessons for Marriage Success, drawing from 25 years of marriage and 32 years of partnership. In this episode, we unpack the critical lesson of not letting bad days accumulate and how to prevent minor frustrations from snowba
37. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Speaking Life Over Your Marriage, Transforming Relationships, and Creating a Supportive Family Environment / Lessons 6-10
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Can the words you speak really transform your marriage? After 25 years with my husband, Jed, I can confidently say yes. This week we will dive into 5 more lessons we have learned over our years being married, starting with the power of speaking life over your spouse. As we navigate the challenges of modern life, electronic distractions often ge
36. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Love, Intentionality, and Intimacy / Lessons 1-5
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if the key to a thriving marriage isn't just love, but intentionality? Join me, Nikki Smith, as I celebrate 25 years of marriage by sharing the invaluable lessons we've learned along the way. From meeting in junior high to raising children and preparing for an empty nest, our journey is filled with both trials and triumphs that h
35. Cultivating Routine and Efficiency in a Busy Household
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As we transition from the lazy days of summer to the structured routines of fall, how do we maintain balance and intentionality in our busy lives? Welcome back to A Heart that Beats for Home! As the freedom of summer wanes, I'll share my excitement for a more routine-driven lifestyle and discuss strategies for creating a harmonious and mea
34. Embracing Change and New Beginnings - Let’s Talk Menopause, Empty Nesting, Launching Our Kiddos, and Keeping the Fire Alive in Marriage - Part 2 with KellieYurosek
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever felt like the end of hands-on parenting is as abrupt and jarring as losing a career? In this heartfelt episode of "A Heart that Beats for Home," my dear friend Kellie and I explore this transformative stage of life. Kellie shares an insightful analogy from her counselor that helps bridge understanding and empathy between
33. Family Rules and Open Communication with Kellie Yurosek - Part 1
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Managing a household of five kids while juggling the demands of a traveling spouse can be a beautiful chaos, and Kellie Yurosek knows firsthand just how intricate and rewarding it can be. Join us for an intimate conversation with Kellie as she shares her experiences of raising children aged 14 to 26, from the bustling days of multiple school pi
32. Reflections on College Life and Family Connections with Madison Smith - Part 2
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Sending your child off to college is an emotional rollercoaster, filled with moments of pride, anxiety, and bittersweet farewells. On this heartfelt episode of "A Heart that Beats for Home," I sit down with my daughter, Madison Smith, to reflect on her journey from freshman to senior year. We delve into the anxieties and guilt that ma
31. Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Sending a Child to College with Madison Smith
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever wondered how to navigate the emotional whirlwind of sending a child off to college? Today, I sit down with my oldest daughter, Madison Smith, to share our deeply personal journey through her college years. We reflect on the poignant moments of her leaving home, the heartbreak of saying goodbye, and the bittersweet realization of new beginn
30. Strategies for Flourishing in a Teen-Filled Home with Annique Dean
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Prepare yourselves for an enlightening journey into the world of parenting teens and young adults with our guest, Annique Dean, a mother of five and a newly certified parent coach. Annique opens up about her unique experiences, offering practical advice on how to navigate the emotionally intense teenage years while maintaining your sanity. Disc
29. Fostering Connection in Your Family with Lisa Dooley
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Sitting down with Lisa Dooley was a gift, offering deep insights into the dynamics of parenting and marriage. We explore the highs and lows of raising teenagers and nurturing a growing marriage. Lisa shares how open communication and seizing moments with her children have been crucial to developing a close relationship.We wrap up by focusing on
28. Balancing Family Life With Intentional Parenting with Alissa Lovett
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever wondered how to balance the chaos of family life with intentional parenting? Join me as I chat with my dear friend Alissa Lovett, a devoted wife, mother, and business owner, who shares her journey of raising children through various stages. Alissa and I dive into the heart of parenting, discussing the pivotal training stage (ages 5 to 12)
27. Creating Sacred Time and Space - Prioritizing Relationships Over Screen Time with Aro Co-Founder Joey Odom
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever found yourself missing out on life's precious moments because you were glued to your phone? In this compelling episode of A Heart that Beats for Home, we welcome Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, who shares a deeply personal story about missing his son's first soccer goal due to phone distraction. Together, we examine the pr
26. Sowing Seeds of Success in Young Minds with Erica McMullen
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Discover the art of igniting an entrepreneurial fire in our children with Erica McMullen, a seasoned entrepreneur and mother. Amidst a culture of abundance, we examine how to instill a work ethic in our kids and dismantle the myth that today's generation lacks drive. Erica shares her journey as the daughter of a business owner and her reso
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