Start Scared

Mar 04, 2026 • 00:24:20

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I’m sitting down with Nichole Kirk, the founder of Dear Heart, a faith-driven lifestyle brand that began as a small fundraiser and grew into a global movement.

We talk about listening to God’s nudges, taking ac...

Feb 25, 2026 • 00:15:25

🎉Start Scared is FIVE!🎉

In this episode, I reflect on who I was when this podcast began, who I’ve become over 262 episodes, and the incredible community that’s grown alongside it.

From listeners in every state and six continents to co...

Feb 18, 2026 • 00:18:40

Instagram says 2026 is the new 2016... So, that trend sent me straight into my camera roll. In this episode, I’m walking through my real, and honestly, a lot of forgotten 2016 memories. From postpartum exhaustion, career shifts, family trips, to toddler m...

Feb 11, 2026 • 00:15:32

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a quick weekend trip to DC to visit my college roommate, who I hadn’t seen in 16 years. From a stressful airport start to a beautifully simple weekend of conversation, reconnection, and rest, this episode is a reminder that...

Feb 04, 2026 • 00:12:24

For years, every February up until Valentine's Day, I’ve put heart shaped notes on my family’s bedroom doors. They are filled with affirmations, prayers, and reminders of my love for each of them.

In this episode, I share how this simple tr...

Jan 28, 2026 • 00:30:21

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Chelsey Hallblade, a former ER nurse turned nutritionist, entrepreneur, and mom of two. Chelsey shares her journey from hospital burnout to building a thriving online fitness and nutrition business that now serves...

Jan 21, 2026 • 00:14:22

Parenting through hard moments isn’t about choosing between accountability and compassion, it’s about learning how to hold both at the same time. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I being too soft… or too hard?” Then, this episode is for you.

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Jan 14, 2026 • 00:10:12

In today’s episode of Start Scared, I reflect on a sermon from church over Philippians 1:1-11 and what it means to cultivate joyful fellowship with God and each other in 2026.

From grace and peace to prayer and community, this episode invites yo...

Jan 07, 2026 • 00:10:03

In 2026, instead of picking a word for the year, I am choosing how I want to be, feel, and act. In this episode, I share my personal declaration and mantra for the year, along with the scriptures that are helping me release urgency, pressure, and control....

Dec 31, 2025 • 01:10:42

Today’s episode is a replay of our most listened to episode of the year and I just want to say thank you. Thank you for listening to Start Scared, for sharing the show, and for being such an incredible part of this community.

Even if you’ve alrea...