Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) will drop weekly episodes (Wednesdays) on topics you care about like how your marriage can survive your husband’s loud chewing, how you can laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the Great Reces ...
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Episode 203: Unwrapping Calamities: Top 10 Christmas Disasters in History
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Special Request from Tracy and Cathrine: Do you LOVE the podcast? Become a Humor Contributor by donating $5 per month or a one-time gift of any amount. Click here to go to Tracy's website and help us offset the cost of producing weekly episodes for your binging pleasure and personal growth.Funds collected from our Humor Contributors are used for: m…
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Welcome back, humor enthusiasts, to the "Life Happens Laugh Anyway" podcast! Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host, Cathrine, as they navigate through unexpected giggles, tech missteps, and light dilemmas, turning the mundane into a laughter ride. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into the realm of Cyber Monday, sharing a list of quirk…
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Episode 201: Games to Bring Joy and Connection at Thanksgiving
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BONUS VIDEO: Click here to watch Tracy playing a real party game where you had to flip a bottle up in the air and stick the landing then toss ping pong balls onto tic tac toe peanut butter sandwiches. So fun. Cathrine is filming. This was at a church party. Attention Humor Consumers: Do you LOVE the podcast? Become a Humor Contributor by donating $…
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Celebrating Episode 200 with Laughter and Friendship
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SIDE NOTE: Do you LOVE the podcast? Become a Humor Contributor by donating $5 per month. Click here to go to Tracy's website to help us offset the cost of bringing weekly episodes for your binging pleasure and personal growth. ;0) Welcome back, humor enthusiasts, to the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast! In this special 200th episode, comedian T…
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Welcome to episode 199 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast, where comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host Cathrine discuss the topic of MIRACLES. In this episode the ladies will cover… What is a MIRACLE? Their own experiences with MIRACLES. Controversial MIRACLES Biblical MIRACLES Stay tuned all the way to the end because Tracy and Ca…
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Episode 198 - Flying Funny: Air Travel Hacks and Hilarity with Tracy and Cathrine
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Welcome to episode 198 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast, where comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host Cathrine share their latest air travel adventures and mishaps. Join the duo as they recount their recent trip from Chicago to Houston and back, offering a blend of humorous anecdotes and practical travel tips. In this episode, Cat…
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Episode 197 - Six Schizophrenic Brothers: A Family's Struggle and Resilience
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Welcome back to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast! In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine dive into the compelling documentary "Six Schizophrenic Brothers." Join them as they explore the harrowing story of a family with twelve children, six of whom suffer from schizophrenia, and the challenges they face in navigating ment…
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Episode 196 - The Real-Life Superman: A Journey with Christopher Reeve
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine discuss their recent trip to Texas and the delightful adventures they encountered, including a memorable Power of Pink Luncheon and meeting some colorful locals. As they approac…
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Episode 195 - Embracing Fall: Fashion, Decor, and Recipes
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Welcome to episode 195 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host Cathrine. Dive into the cozy vibes of fall as Tracy and Cathrine discuss everything from the latest fashion trends to budget-friendly home decor ideas. Join the laughter as they share their favorite fall recipes, including Gooseberry Patch…
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How to Communicate with Confidence: Tips from Jefferson Fisher
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COMEDY ALERT: Do you live in the Bourbonnais, IL area? Join Tracy LIVE for her one-woman comedy show "Life Happens Laugh Anyway" on Friday, October 18, 2024. She will be at Cornerstone Church in Bourbonnais. This is a Ladies Night Out where Tracy will be sharing stand up comedy followed by inspiration for all in attendance to take ONE STEP of faith…
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Episode 193 - Trust Issues Unpacked: Building, Breaking, and Rebuilding Trust
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast! In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine dive deep into the concept of trust. Building on their previous discussions about truth, they now explore why trust is essential and the challenges in maintaining it. Join Tracy and Cathrine as they uncover the thre…
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Episode 192-Part II The Importance of Truth
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Wow! What an amazing episode talking about the very important topic of TRUTH! Welcome back Humor Consumers to Episode 192 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with hosts Comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bff Cathrine. This is part 2 of a series on TRUTH. Spoiler Alert: Truth matters a lot! Pull up a chair and grab your favorite cup of something wa…
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Episode 191- The Importance of Truth Part I
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! So excited to WELCOME our new sponsor who has crossed over from Humor Consumer to Humor Contributor, our dear friend Vickie Osborne. Thank you Vickie, for your help. We greatly appreciate all of our sponsors. Today, our topic is The Importance of Truth. What a concept. Please …
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Episode 190-How To Save Money On Essentials In This Economy
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! Are you tired of the cost of essentials? In episode 190, Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host, Cathrine, will cover... How to save money on food How to save money on gas How to save money on utilities Be aware...there are a few rabbit trails that the gals navigate with plenty of gigg…
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Episode 189: "Wedding Whirlwind: From Laughter to Tears
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine. Episode 189 is coming to you from Cathrine’s kitchen table due to a kitchen remodel. Join us as we dive into a wedding follow-up, sharing the heartfelt moments and humorous mishaps from Cathrine‘s youngest daughter's wedding. We…
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Episode 188: "Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom: Wedding Week Woes and Wisdom
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! In this special episode, Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host, Cathrine, dive into the exciting and often stressful world of wedding planning. With Cathrine's daughter getting married this weekend, the duo shares personal stories and insights on being the mother of the bride and the …
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Episode 187: The Joys and Challenges of Houseplants
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In episode 187, Tracy and Cathrine celebrate their podcast journey and delve into the world of houseplants. This episode covers everything from the benefits of having houseplants, the easiest plants to grow indoors, …
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Celine Dion's Battle with Stiff Person Syndrome and the Power of Resilience
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Welcome to episode 186 of the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into the documentary "I Am: Celine Dion," available on Amazon Prime, which explores the renowned singer's journey with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare and debilitating disorder. They provide a…
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Episode 185: Embracing Assertiveness: Empowering Women Over 50 to Speak Up
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Welcome back, Humor Consumers, to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast. I In episode 185, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine, delve into the intriguing topic of assertiveness, particularly focusing on women over 50. Join them for a 45-minute conversation that promises to be both enlightening and entertaining. In this episode,…
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Greetings Humor Consumers! Do you want to have thicker skin? Want to be less offended? Tune into Episode 184 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast where co-hosts Tracy DeGraaf and her bff Cathrine talk about…. * Brant Hansen’s book “Unoffendable” * Why we are so easily offended 🙃 * Tips to stop being so offended 👍 Tracy will share a little from …
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Episode 183-Hillbilly Elegy & Addiction
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Hey Humor Consumers... This week on the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast we are covering "Hillbilly Elegy and the affects of addiction." Tune in here: https://tracydegraaf.com/podcast SPOILER ALERT….WE ARE GOING TO TELL YOU WHAT THIS MOVIE IS ALL ABOUT. Here's what you can expect from listening today... Review of 2020 Netflix Ron Howard film Hillb…
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Episode 182-How To Prepare For A Storm
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Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie Cathrine in episode 182 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast "How to prepare for a storm." Thee takeaways from today’s episode: Cathrine and Tracy will share their own experiences from the recent derecho storm that came through the Chicagoland area. (Cathrine from her mom's assisted living …
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Emotional Mastery: Balancing Feelings with Faith
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Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie Cathrine in episode 181 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast as they dive into the world of emotions. Thee takeaways from today’s episode: Discover insights from Dr. Charles Stanley's book, "Emotions: Confront the Lies, Conquer with Truth," and learn how to harness your emotions for good. E…
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Episode 180: Tackling Control Freaks and Embracing Humility
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Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! In this exciting 180th episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie, Cathrine, take you on a hilarious and insightful journey. Join them as they broadcast from their pod lab, preparing to add video content in 2024! In today's episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive deep into the world of cont…
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Episode 179-Relaxation and Stress Management Techniques
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Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast. In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie, Cathrine, celebrate a milestone of over 19,000 downloads! They reflect on their podcast journey, the joy of connecting with listeners, and a delightful bridal shower they recently hosted. As they dive into the…
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Facing Mortality with Humor and Hope: A Deep Dive into 'Dick Johnson is Dead'
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Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast, hosted by comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine explore the thought-provoking and heartwarming documentary 'Dick Johnson is Dead'. Join them as they delve into the themes of mortality, grief, and the afterlife, while sharing their own personal e…
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Laughter and Life-Saving Insights: Colonoscopy Chronicles
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Welcome to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her best friend and co-host, Cathrine! In this hilarious and informative episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into the often-avoided topic of colonoscopies. This episode is packed with humor, personal anecdotes, and crucial information that could potentially save your lif…
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Episode 176: Tackling Chronic Inflammation - Causes, Effects, and Solutions
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**Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast** Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her best friend Cathrine in episode 176 as they discuss chronic inflammation, its causes, effects, and remedies. Tracy shares her personal journey with inflammation and her elimination diet, while Cathrine offers insights on anti-inflammatory diets, stress manageme…
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Well Humor Consumers, we did it. Sort of. We successfully created a live recorded podcast episode. We weren't sure it was going to work, but it did. We will do it again and next time, with more tech knowledge. ;0) In this episode, we answer questions that had previously been submitted at live comedy events. It has been so fun to do this. The audien…
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Episode-174-Staying Organized After Decluttering
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Staying Organized AFTER Decluttering In today's episode you will discover: After decluttering, now what? 13 ways to stay organized and maximize productivity Examples from scripture of people who had to be organized Plus, join us for a whole lotta laughing because this episode is a hot mess with that. ;0) Scripture: Luke 14:28, 1 Cor. 14:40 CTA: Ha …
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Got clutter? It's having an impact on your mental health! In today's episode you will discover: How clutter and mental health are connected Impact of clutter and mental health Why do people have clutter How to remove clutter from your life Scripture: Luke 12:15, 1 Cor. 14:33, ecc. 3:6 CTA: Declutter one small area at a time.11 THANK YOU to our NEWE…
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Episode 172-Dear Zachary-A Letter To His Son About His Father
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THANK YOU to our NEWEST Humor Contributors: Friends...we have had several new people cross over from Humor Consumer to Humor Contributor. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our $5 per month contributors Sarah, Wendy, Jessica J., Jessica K., Katie, Colleen, Ursula, Nancy, Kenny, Karren, Jeanine, Muffin, Darlene, Courtney, Joan. We also have one-time…
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Episode 170-Mind Your Manners!
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THANK YOU to our NEWEST Humor Contributors: Friends...we have had several new people cross over from Humor Consumer to Humor Contributor. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our $5 per month contributors Sarah, Wendy, Jessica J., Jessica K., Katie, Colleen, Ursula, Nancy, Kenny, Karren, Jeanine, Muffin, Darlene, Courtney, Joan. We also have one-time…
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Click here to support us with a $5 per month contribution and you will become part of our growing community. Click here to support us with a one-time gift of any amount from $1 to whatever your heart desires. Side Note: You can now buy or rent Tracy's full 82-minute comedy special Condemned Bakery online (Amazon Prime and more) and watch it in the …
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Yay! Tracy Got a Bidet! Episode 168 THANK YOU to our NEWEST Humor Contributors: Friends...we have had several new people cross over from Humor Consumer to Humor Contributor. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our $5 per month contributors Sarah, Wendy, Jessica J., Jessica K., Katie, Colleen, Ursula, Nancy, Kenny, Karren, Jeanine, Muffin, Darlene, C…
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Panic Attacks Side Note: You can now buy or rent Tracy's full 82 minute comedy special Condemned Bakery online (Amazon Prime and more) and watch it in the comfort of your own home. Click here to check it out. Now, back to Episode 167... Nobody wants to have a panic attack and yet, here we are discussing something that most people will experience at…
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Episode 166-Benefits of House Plants
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Benefits of House Plants Side Note: You can now buy or rent Tracy's full 82 minute comedy special Condemned Bakery online (Amazon Prime and more) and watch it in the comfort of your own home. Click here to check it out. Now, back to Episode 166... Houseplants are fun and they have an amazing number of benefits that perhaps you haven't even thought …
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Episode 165-Three Identical Strangers
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Three Identical Strangers Side Note: You can now buy or rent Tracy's full 82 minute comedy special Condemned Bakery online (Amazon Prime and more) and watch it in the comfort of your own home. Click here to check it out. Now, back to Episode 165... Here is a great example of people justifying their actions in the name of "science" or the "greater g…
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Episode 164-Shiny Happy People:Duggar Family Secrets
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Shiny Happy People - Duggar Family Secrets Wowza! We had no idea there was a whole religion behind "19 Kids and Counting." Tune into this episode and watch the doc cuz it's an eye opener for sure. Equipment Fundraiser Update: Thank you to all who have become Humor Contributors. We sooooooo appreciate you and we have raised enough money to purchase …
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Caregiving Friends, providing care for someone is a tough job. On today's episode, we tackle the stress and how to deal with it. Here is what you can expect from this two-part podcast: A five step guide on how to survive and thrive the stress of being a caregiver https://strokerecoveryfoundation.org/recovery-resources/a-five-step-guide-on-how-to-su…
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Part 2 of boundaries and it's a dooooozie! Once again we have some fun confessions of boundaries with some laughs. Enjoy. This has been a powerful and timely episode for both of us. Hope it helps you to set and establish some healthy boundaries. Here is what you can expect from this two-part podcast: Excerpts from Boundaries book by Townsend and Cl…
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Do you struggle with boundaries? Welcome to the club. We definitely struggle in this area and that's why we decided to cover this topic. In fact, on this recording, we get super vulnerable and share a really funny story about both of us blowing our boundaries when it comes to food. Stay tuned to the end to hear that. And, in between recording part …
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Episode 160-PartII The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace (Natalia Speaks)
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Local Friends... HURRY. Last chance to grab tickets to the Bee My Valentine Event at Christ Community Church, 103 W. Corning Avenue, Peotone, IL. This fun event will be on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 6-8 p.m. Purchase your tickets here. $12 gets you pizza, salad, sweets, bottled water, and lots of laughs. We will have two skits, special music, a …
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Episode 159- The Curious Case of Natalia Grace
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You're in for a ride on this one. Keep reading... Have you heard of this docuseries? Spoiler ALERT....yes. We are going to reveal all the things because this case is just too whack-a-do to not tell. This is PART 1. There was so much to say that we couldn't smoosh it into one episode. Enjoy. Equipment Fundraiser Update: Thank you to all who have bec…
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Episode 158-How To Make Friends As A Busy Introvert Mom
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HOPE is a huge thing! Without hope, there is only darkness. On today's episode we talk about: Why hope is important. What we are hoping for right now. How to get your hope back. Inspiration: Romans 12:12 "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer." CTA: Find your hope in the Lord. If you don’t know him get to know him. THANK…
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Episode 154-Psychology of Gift Giving
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Tis the season of gift giving. Guess what? There's psychology behind it. Today we dive into the dark corners of the brain and shine some light into what the heck is going on in there. Forgive us for the beginning as we go totally off the rails and somehow pull the train back on the track. It's just how we roll. Here's what you can expect from today…
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