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Have you ever wondered if God is still guiding your life… even when you can’t clearly see Him working? In this episode of Happy in the Middle, I’m sharing one of my favorite stories from the Old Testament, - the story of Esther, - and the powerful life lessons we can learn from her courage, wisdom and faith. Esther’s story is remarkable because God’s name is never explicitly mentioned in the book, yet His hand is woven throughout every chapter. And isn’t that often true in our own lives too? Together, we explore how Esther teaches us to trust God through uncertainty, step into courage even when we feel afraid, stay rooted in our identity, and recognize that difficult seasons may be preparing us for something greater. We’ll talk about: What the story of Esther teaches us today How courage is rarely the absence of fear Why your life carries purpose — even when you cannot see it Trusting God through uncertainty and hard seasons The power of influence without force or control Why preparation often comes before calling How to strengthen your self-concept and remember who God says you are If you’ve been struggling with fear, feeling stuck, or wondering whether your life matters in God’s greater story, this episode is for you. Because perhaps… you too were created for such a time as this. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

In today’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most important skills you can develop as a woman: self-trust. So many women believe they need more discipline, more motivation, or more confidence in order to create the life they want. But underneath all of those struggles is often a broken relationship with themselves. When you don’t trust yourself to follow through…When you fear uncomfortable emotions…When you repeatedly break promises to yourself…It becomes difficult to feel peaceful, powerful, or secure, - even when things are going well. In this episode, I walk you through five transformational shifts that will help you build deep self-trust and become a woman who knows she can handle life with strength, intention, and grace. We discuss: Living deliberately instead of reactively How buffering keeps us disconnected from ourselves Why emotional discomfort is not dangerous Building confidence through follow-through Becoming the observer of your thoughts instead of identifying with them Creating self-respect through self-regard Why you cannot shame yourself into peace How intentional living creates emotional freedom This episode is filled with practical mindset shifts and coaching tools to help you stop self-sabotaging and start creating the life, relationships, and emotional peace you truly desire. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

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Do you ever feel like one small thing can throw off your entire day? In this episode, we’re diving into the truth about “bad days”—and why they’re not actually caused by your circumstances, but by the meaning your brain assigns to them. If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling after a frustrating moment, feeling stuck in negative emotions, or wondering why your mood can shift so quickly, this episode will give you practical tools to take your power back. You’ll learn how to: Stop labeling your day as “bad” after one difficult moment Manage your thoughts instead of believing everything your brain tells you Process negative emotions without letting them take over Interrupt mental spirals before they gain momentum Redefine what a “good day” really means This is a powerful mindset shift rooted in both coaching principles and faith-based truth, including insights inspired by Brooke Castillo and Jody Moore, along with scriptural support like Philippians 4:8 and Romans 12:2. If you’re ready to stop piling up “bad days” and start showing up with more intention, peace, and emotional strength—this episode is for you. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free consultation call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your relationship? In this powerful episode, we’re diving into the top 10 losing strategies in relationships, -the subtle but destructive patterns that block connection, create resentment, and keep you from the love you truly want. You’ll learn how these behaviors, -like defensiveness, emotional withdrawal, criticism, and scorekeeping…are often rooted in fear and self-protection. The problem? They don’t actually work. If you’ve ever found yourself: Needing to be right in an argument Shutting down emotionally Avoiding conflict to “keep the peace” Feeling unseen, resentful, or disconnected …this episode will open your eyes in the most empowering way. The good news? Awareness changes everything. You’ll walk away with practical insight to help you: Recognize your own patterns without shame Understand what’s really driving your reactions Replace “losing strategies” with connection-building behaviors Start creating more intimacy, trust, and emotional safety in your marriage This is honest, transformative work—and it can change everything. 🎧 If you're ready to strengthen your relationship and feel more connected than ever, this episode is for you. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

Have you ever started out loving your job, your marriage, your neighbor, -or even your kids, only to slowly become irritated by everything they say or do? In this week’s episode of Happy in the Middle, we’re talking about the destructive habit of finding fault and how it quietly rewires your brain for negativity, resentment, and emotional exhaustion. When your mind gets stuck scanning for what’s wrong, it becomes faster at spotting flaws and slower at seeing goodness. The result? Chronic irritability, anxiety, hopelessness, and disconnection in the relationships that matter most. In this episode, I’ll walk you through: why your brain defaults to fault-finding how criticism damages trust and intimacy the deeper emotional needs often hidden beneath judgment how to shift from labels to curiosity the simple appreciation practice that retrains your mind for peace This one simple shift can change the way you experience your marriage, your work, your family…and even yourself. If you’ve been feeling emotionally drained, resentful, or stuck in criticism, this episode will help you find your way back to compassion, connection, and peace. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

Hello my beautiful friend, and welcome back. Today we’re talking about one of the biggest hidden peace-stealers in our lives: assumptions. So many of our painful emotions begin with the stories we create in our minds: assuming we know what someone meant deciding what others must be thinking judging situations without the full story believing our brain’s first interpretation as truth In today’s episode, I share how assumptions created disconnection in my own marriage, -why the brain rushes to create meaning, and how we can intentionally practice thoughts that create peace instead of fear. You’ll also hear: how to interrupt resentment before it grows why humility and curiosity restore connection six faith-based mindset shifts to create more peace in your home and heart If you’ve ever struggled with relationship tension, anxiety, overthinking, resentment, or fear of judgment, this conversation will help you soften, reconnect, and feel more of Christ’s peace. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

Why does validation feel so hard in marriage, -even when we deeply love our spouse? In this faith-based marriage episode, we’re breaking down one of the most important intimacy-building skills couples can learn: healthy validation. Validation is not agreement, weakness, or self-abandonment. It is the Christlike practice of helping your spouse feel seen, understood, emotionally safe, and less alone, especially during moments of conflict or hurt. In this episode, we explore: What healthy validation really is The difference between healthy and unhealthy validation Why so many spouses become defensive instead of empathetic How shame, family conditioning, and problem-solving habits block emotional attunement Why validation lowers defensiveness and builds emotional safety A simple 3-step validation formula you can start using today How Jesus modeled this same kind of compassionate connection If conflict in your marriage tends to escalate quickly, or your spouse often walks away feeling unseen, this episode will help you bring more empathy, trust, and Christlike love into your relationship. ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

Are you ready for a fresh start this spring, but without the pressure to overhaul your entire life? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 gentle, powerful ways to reset your life this spring so you can feel more energized, peaceful, and like yourself again. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about aligning with the natural rhythm of growth, renewal, and becoming. If you’re a woman in midlife who feels a pull for something new, but doesn’t quite know where to start, -this episode will guide you with simple, meaningful shifts that actually last. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: -How to identify what’s draining your energy (and what to do about it) -Why a “living rhythm” works better than a strict routine -The powerful mindset shift that allows things to feel easier -How noticing beauty can transform your mood and presence -Why it’s time to reconnect with who you are in this season You’ll also be reminded that growth doesn’t have to be rushed, and that every season of your life has purpose. 💛 If this message encouraged you, be sure to: 👍 Like this video 🔔 Subscribe for more content for midlife women 📤 Share with a friend who needs a fresh start ❤️ Are you ready to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com

Now that you understand attachment styles… what do you actually do with that information? In Part 2 of this powerful series, we move beyond awareness and into real-life application, -so you can stop repeating painful relationship patterns and start creating a deeper, more secure connection. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of conflict, emotional distance, or misunderstanding in your relationship, this episode will help you see what’s really happening beneath the surface. You’ll learn: How anxious, avoidant, and fearful attachment styles interact in relationships Why you and your partner trigger each other (even when you love each other deeply) The most common relationship dynamic: anxious + dismissive avoidant Real-life examples of conflict and how to shift them Practical tools to break unhealthy patterns and create emotional safety How to move toward secure attachment—even if your partner doesn’t change right away This episode is especially for women who want to:✨ Understand their partner without labeling or fixing them✨ Take ownership of their emotional patterns✨ Create a more peaceful, connected, and secure relationship Remember… it’s not you vs. your partner.It’s you both vs. the pattern. And the beautiful truth is—patterns can change. ❤️ Do you want to make your marriage amazing? I’d be honored to walk with you. Book a free coaching call here:https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation 🤗 Thanks for listening, please like, subscribe, and leave me a 5 star review, so that I can continue to provide helpful relationship content for all of us. Book a Free Consultation with Jane: https://JaneCopierCoaching.as.me/Consultation Welcome to Happy in the Middle, with your host, Certified Life Coach, Jane Copier. Happy in the Middle is a podcast for Christian women who want to make the second half of life, the BEST half. This podcast is all about helping women reignite their spark and step into their divine power, in order to create deep and connected relationships, and find the fulfillment and satisfaction they crave. So, if you’re ready to grow, join me and learn how you too, can overcome guilt, resentment, disappointment, and enjoy the fruits of creating a life well and beautifully lived. Let’s gooo! 3 Simple Steps to Leave an iTunes Review: Click here to listen in iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-in-the-middle-a-podcast-for-christian-midlife-women/id1715566489 Scroll down until you see the reviews, and then click the button that says, “Leave a Review” Leave your review! Easy peasy! Get my FREE GUIDE, How to End the Fight: https://www.jane-copier.com/EndTheFight Get my Free “Conversation Roadmap, a Step by Step Guide to Talk about Any Topic, Without Starting a Fight.” https://www.jane-copier.com/conversation-wkbk Find Jane at: Website: https://janecopiercoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marriageandfamilycoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/jane.copier.coaching/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach Email: jane@janecopier.com