"What if this happens? What if something goes wrong? What if i make the wrong decision?"

As moms, it can be so easy for one small worry to send our minds spiraling toward the worse-case scenario. Whether it's our kids, health, finances, relationships, or decisions, fear can convince us that if we just think through every possible outcome, maybe we can somehow stay in control.

In this 10-Min Reset, we're talking about the difference between wisdom and fear, responsibility and control, and what it looks like to come back to the grace God has given us for today. We don't have to carry tomorrow's troubles before they arrive. Instead, we can trust the character of the One who already holds tomorrow.

In this episode...

• Why motherhood can make it so east to jump to worse-case scenario.
• The difference between being wise and being controlled by fear.
• How worrying can disguise itself as preparation or responsibility.
• Why our desire to know every possible outcome is often really a desire for control.
• What Jesus means when he tells us not to worry about tomorrow.
• The :daily bread" reminder that God gives us the grace we need for today
• Why living mentally in a future that hasn't happened can leave us anxious.
• The comfort of knowing God doesn't promise a life without valleys-- He promises His presence in them.
• How to change our "what if?" thoughts to "even if" declarations of trust.
• Why trusting God doesn't require understanding the outcome.
• The simple question that can interrupt a spiral:

  "What is true right now?"

What you'll learn...

• When fear starts taking your mind into an imaginary future, you can come back to what God has actually given you today.
• Start by naming the fear: "What am i actually afraid of? What am i afraid of losing?" Bring it honestly before God and ask whether there is something He is asking you to faithfully do today.
  • Then surrender the rest.
• Our hope isn't that the worse-case scenario could never happen. Our hope is that whatever happens, God will be with us. His presence-- not our ability to predict or control the outcome-- is our security.
• Instead of asking: "What is this happens?" we can begin praying: "Even if this happens, God, You will will be with me. You will still be good. And you will give me the grace i need when i need it."
• Come back to today. Come back to what is true. Come back to God's character and goodness. And trust Him with everything that is outside of your control.

Scripture mentioned:

Matthew 6:34

Psalm 23

Proverbs 3:5-6

Philippians 4:6-7

Exodus- God providing daily manna

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What happens when motherhood finally brings you face-to-face with the reality that you can't do it all?

In this episode, we're talking honestly about self-reliance --one of those struggles that can look like strength, responsibility or productivity on the outside, but can quietly become a way of depending on ourselves instead of God.

We share some of the moments in motherhood that brought each of us to the end of ourselves and exposed just how much we wanted to be the mom who could handle everything. But what if realizing we're not enough isn't failure at all? What if its actually the invitation to experience the sufficiency of Christ?

Through scripture we look at what it means to stop digging from our own empty wells, remain connected to Jesus, and embrace the kind of dependence that our culture often tells us to avoid.

Because the goal was never to become the mom who doesn't need anything. The goal is to become a mom who knows exactly where to go with her need.

What you'll learn....

• Why self-sufficiency is more than a productivity problem-- it can become a worship problem
• What Jesus/ conversation with the Samaritan women teaches us about our need for living water
• How motherhood can expose the places where we've been depending on ourselves
• How prayerlessness can reveal areas where we're relying on ourselves instead of God
• Why dependence on Christ has to be a daily, repeated choice
• What Jesus means when he says "apart from me you can do nothing"
• How motherhood culture can celebrate independence while scripture calls us to dependence
• Why needing christ and the community he provides is not weakness
• How asking your husband, children, friends for help can challenge the desire for control
• Why weakness can become a place where God's power and glory are displayed
• How we can model dependence on Jesus for our children instead of giving them the impression that we have it all together

Scripture referenced....

John 4

Mark 9

John 15:5

2 Cor 12:9-10

Philippians 4

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FIFTY episodes of Silly Sheep! And what a better way to celebrate than by coming full circle?

Our very first episode was about community in motherhood-- because from the beginning, we've believed that moms were never meant to do this alone. Fifty episodes later, we're coming back to that same topic with a lot more life experience, a lot more lessons, and a deeper understanding of what it actually takes to build meaningful community.

In this episode, we talk about....

• why loneliness isn't evidence that something is wrong with you- its evidence that you were created for relationship
• the difference between being social and being available
• the very real ways motherhood can become a shield that keeps us from community
• why we have less relational capacity than we often think- and why that's actually mercy
• Jesus' example of having different levels of relationship and access
• why life on life community is usually much more mundane than we imagine
• the difference between hosting and simply inviting someone into your real life
• why you need to build community before you need it
• the three major barriers to community: culture, lies, and pain/shame
• how comparison and social media can make us feel connected while actually leaving us more isolated
• why a messy house, a busy season, or waiting for "later" might be keeping us from the relationships we desperately need
• what our kids are learning about relationships by watching whether we open our doors and let people into our lives

Because community isn't simply a personality trait or something that happens naturally for the most outgoing among us. Community is a discipline. Hebrews 10 calls us to consider one another, spur one another on, meet together, and encourage one another-- and every one of those things requires action.

*Community won't fix every lonely afternoon. It won't mean people never disappoint you. and it certainly doesn't replace our need for Christ.

BUT sheep were never meant to be alone.

And that was true in episode 1.

It's even truer fifty episodes in!

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In this episode of our Love Languages series, were talking about physical touch -- not just as a love language, but as one of the ways god created us to experience love, comfort, connection, and presence.

For some moms, physical touch is deeply comforting. For others, after a day of children climbing on them, needing them, and touching them constantly, the thought of one more person reaching for them can feel overwhelming. Many of us find ourselves somewhere in between.

Jesus showed us that love doesn't always keep its distance. He took children in his arms and blessed them. He reached out and touched those others avoided. He came near.

Together, we talk about how physical touch can communicate:

• "I'm here"
• "You matter"
• "You're not alone"

We also talk honestly about the ways physical touch can become complicated in motherhood -- feeling "touched out", struggling with different needs in marriage, feeling guilty when you don't want to be touched, or giving physical affection out of duty rather than genuine connection.

This episode is an invitation to consider how we can receive and give physical touch in a healthy, intentional way-- with our spouses, our children, and the people we love.

In this episode, we talk about...

• How Jesus demonstrated love through physical presence and touch
• The difference between being touched and truly feeling connected
• How our childhood experiences with affection shape us
• The reality of being "touched out" as a mom
• Why receiving love can sometimes be harder than giving it
• Hugging before correcting our children
• Creating small intentional moments of connection
• Allowing affection to grow and change as our children grow
• Choosing to come near, even when love requires intentionality and sacrifice

Resources/ Recommendations

• Podcast- Female by Design w/ Francie Winslow and her website has great book recs and resources as well- franciewinslow.com

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Our love language series continues and we've decided to create a 2 for 1 by joining together two beautiful expressions of love; Receiving Gifts and Acts of Service! Together we look at how God first demonstrates these love languages to us and how His example transforms the way we love our spouses, children, friends, and those around us.

Motherhood often leaves us pouring ourselves out through endless acts of service that can feel unnoticed or expected. We also wrestle with receiving help, accepting gifts, or believing we're worthy of either. In this conversation, we unpack the difference between serving out of obligation and serving from a heart of love -- and why intentionality matters so much more than the size of the gesture.

In this episode, we discuss...

• Why Jesus modeled servant hearted love throughout His ministry
• How God's greatest gift to us is salvation- and how his daily gifts remind us that we are seen. difference between joyful service and serving from resentment or people-pleasing.
• Why thoughtful gifts communicate, "I was thinking about you"
• How comparison and expectations can rob the joy from giving and receiving
• The unique challenges motherhood brings to both of these love languages
• Practical ways to intentionally love your spouse and children through service and thoughtful gifts
• Learning to receive love with humility and gratitude

This weeks challenge...

Choose one intentional act of service for someone you love without expecting recognition. Then, surprise someone with a small, thoughtful gift that simply lets them know, "I was thinking of you"

We’d love to hear from you! Do these love languages resonate with you or one of your children? Share your thoughts and experiences with us.

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Motherhood can feel loud, overwhelming, and anything but peaceful—but what if gratitude is the key to shifting everything?

In this episode, we’re talking about how to intentionally cultivate a heart of gratitude even in the middle of messy days, unmet expectations, and constant demands. Gratitude isn’t about pretending everything is perfect—it’s about recognizing God’s goodness right in the middle of the chaos.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or stuck in negativity, this episode will gently guide you back to truth, perspective, and peace.

In This Episode…

• Why gratitude can feel difficult in the middle of motherhood
• The difference between forced positivity and true gratitude
• How shifting your perspective changes your experience
• Biblical encouragement for thankful hearts
• Simple, practical ways to build a habit of gratitude daily

You Will Learn…

• How to find joy in ordinary, messy moments
• A simple reset when your mindset spirals negative
• How gratitude strengthens your faith and peace
• Easy rhythms to practice thankfulness (even on hard days)

Simple Gratitude Practices:

• Pause and thank God for 3 small things in your day
• Keep a quick gratitude journal (even just one sentence)
• Speak gratitude out loud in front of your kids
• Turn complaints into prayers

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Links/ resources:

Charles Spurgeon quote- “I have learned to kiss the waves that crash me into the Rock of Ages.”

John Mark Comer quote- “Slow down. Breathe. Come back to the moment. Receive the good as gift. Accept the hard as a pathway to peace. Abide.”

Scripture references:

Psalm 34:18, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Colossians 3:17, proverbs 31:25, Isaiah 26:3, psalm 145:4

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Feeling overwhelmed as a mom can feel like a burden—but what if it could actually be a gift? In this episode, Ashley Skinner Hassel explores how moments of overwhelm can point us to deeper trust in God, greater humility, and spiritual growth. Instead of trying to power through, we can learn to lean into His strength and discover meaning in the messiness of motherhood.

In This Episode…

• Why overwhelm is a common experience for moms and why it isn’t a sign of failure.
• How societal and cultural expectations often fuel feelings of stress and inadequacy.
• Ways to reframe overwhelm as a spiritual signal, not just a personal limitation.
• Practical tips for leaning into God’s strength during busy and chaotic seasons.
• Biblical truths that remind us that weakness can be a doorway to spiritual growth.

What You’ll Learn…

• How to recognize overwhelm as a potential gift rather than just a challenge.
• How dependence on God can transform feelings of stress into opportunities for growth.
• The importance of pausing, reflecting, and connecting with faith when life feels too full.
• Practical ways to integrate Scripture and spiritual practices into your everyday mom-life.

Links/ Resources:
Ellie Holcolm song- "Fighting Words"

The concept of daily bread provided in Exodus represented by the miracle of manna from heaven.

Bible Verses:
2 Cor. 3:5-6
Psalm 46:1-2
Matt. 11:28-30
Psalm 55:22
Phil 4: 6-7
Psalm 139

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