Today we’re talking about the voice in your head — that constant inner dialogue that most of us hardly even notice anymore. The criticism. The pressure. The negativity. The harshness we often direct toward ourselves without realizing how deeply it affects the way we experience our lives… and the people around us.
One of the things we talk about in this episode is how our thoughts become the emotional atmosphere we live in. And not only that — they spill over into our homes, our marriages, our friendships, and the way our children learn to think about themselves too.
This isn’t about shame or “fixing yourself.” It’s about becoming aware with compassion. It’s about noticing the patterns that no longer serve you and learning how to renew your mind with more grace, gratitude, truth, and peace.
We also talk about:
why negative thinking becomes so automatic
how criticism toward others often reflects criticism toward ourselves
the emotional “tone” we bring into a room
motherhood, nervous systems, and emotional regulation
practical ways to shift your mindset
why gratitude changes everything
learning to agree with God about who you are
This one feels deeply important and deeply hopeful.
You are not stuck with the voice in your head. You can practice a gentler, truer way of living.
We love you so much and are so grateful you’re here. ✨
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388. The Life You’re Meant to Live Starts with One Brave Yes!
2026-05-21 | 1h 5 mins.
This episode is such a special one.
A few weeks ago, we hosted our Next Level Life Summit and opened enrollment for our Christian Life Coach Certification program. During the summit, I sat down with several of the amazing women from our coaching community for a live panel conversation… and after we finished, I knew I wanted to share it here on the podcast too.
Because honestly? This conversation became about so much more than coaching.
It became about courage. About purpose. About midlife reinvention. About healing. About becoming more fully alive to your own life.
These women share so honestly about:
feeling restless and called to more
overcoming fear and self-doubt
finding confidence later in life
balancing family, motherhood, marriage, and meaningful work
learning to trust God with the next step
and discovering that it’s never too late to create a beautiful life
I think you’ll hear pieces of yourself in this conversation no matter what season you’re in.
And if you’ve been feeling a quiet stirring lately… this episode may just be the encouragement your heart needed.
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387. You Were Made to Make! Why Creation Brings Us Fully Alive
2026-05-19 | 26 mins.
387. You Were Made to Make! Why Creation Brings Us Fully Alive
Today we’re talking about:
Why women often slip into “consumption mode” in midlife
The difference between consuming and creating
Why creativity is part of your divine inheritance
The hidden exhaustion that comes from suppressing your gifts
How creating beauty and connection nourishes us deeply
Why your soul might be craving expansion, not shrinking
The powerful role women play as creators of belonging and beauty
Why creation produces energy instead of draining itsds
How to feel more alive, inspired, and fulfilled in this season of life
Plus:
Dr. Edie shares her newest finished knitting project 🧶
Stories from Emme’s baby shower weekend
Family staycation prep chaos 😂
The beauty of women creating meaningful spaces and traditions for one another
An invitation into the Next Level Life Masterclass
🔗 Links Mentioned
Next Level Life Masterclass- https://youtube.com/live/Vw4rLNj1-9w?feature=share
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386. Feeling Heavy? Here’s 5 Ways to Experience More Joy!
2026-05-14 | 42 mins.
Today we’re talking all about JOY
Not fake positivity. Not pretending hard things don’t exist. But the kind of deep, grounded joy that reminds you: all is well.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why joy is something we intentionally cultivate
The difference between cheap dopamine vs. deep fulfillment
How comparison and scrolling quietly steal joy
Why beauty and your physical surroundings matter more than you think
Learning to romanticize and savor ordinary life
Being fully present instead of mentally living in the future
Living from true desire instead of pressure or obligation
Why joyful people actively create “little pockets” of delight
How joy can coexist with grief and hard seasons
This conversation is cozy, practical, encouraging, and very House of Joy 🤍
🔗 Links & Favorite Things Mentioned
Cloth handkerchiefs from Amazon- https://a.co/d/0dCGuhvQ
Bauble Bar personalized tote bags- https://www.baublebar.com/products/alpha-custom-tote-blue-denim
Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way book- https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Childbirth-Bradley-Way-Revised/dp/1974805069/ref=tmm_other_meta_binding_swatch_0
Kerri Hunt’s podcast- https://pod.link/1811706630
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385. The Untapped Potential of Women of Faith in Midlife!
2026-05-12 | 18 mins.
I believe with my whole heart that women in midlife are not fading… we are awakening 🤍
In this episode, we’re talking about:
Why so many women in midlife feel restless
The difference between dissatisfaction and untapped potential
How women disconnect from themselves over years of caretaking and performing
Why numbing behaviors never truly satisfy the ache for “more”
The beautiful gifts women gain through suffering, motherhood, healing, and rebuilding
Why the world desperately needs grounded, emotionally healthy women of faith
Letting go of external validation and becoming true to yourself
Why your wisdom, healing, and creativity are meant to be shared
Moving from shrinking back → to fully coming alive
This episode is your reminder: ✨ God is not finished with you. ✨ Your gifts are still needed. ✨ Your most meaningful season may still be ahead.
🔗 Links Mentioned
Next Level Life Summit- http://Ediewadsworthcoaching.com/life
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Welcome to House of JOY, the Go-to podcast for personal growth tips for christian women over 40 (& their daughters), who want to live with a positive mindset, thriving relationships, & healthier habits. Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same old cycles & routines with your relationships, your habits, & your negative thought patterns? Do you just want to feel better? Do you desperately desire to finish each day with that deep sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you find yourself disappointed in how you spent your time? I’m so excited you’re here! Learn how to let go of what’s keeping you stuck and create a life you’re obsessed with. It’s way easier than you think to create a resilience mindset, nourishing habits, & thriving relationships, so that you can unleash your amazing gifts on the world. Let us help you live as your true self & create your best days, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Hello, dear one! I am Dr. Edie Wadsworth, your favorite Christian life coach! I help women who want to build mental and emotional resilience and rewrite their stories so they can live with more joy, freedom, and purpose! I am a speaker, physician, life coach, best-selling author, and creator of LIFE MENTORING SCHOOL where I help thousands of women rewrite their stories and live with more passion and intention. This show features solo episodes with myself (Dr. Edie) on how to make true change in your life and heart to heart conversations with my daughter Emme as we dare to make JOY and connection our goal.. We chat about all the ways we’re growing (and sometimes struggling) in life, health, home, relationships, habits, style, and so much more. You'll also find inspiring interviews with some of our favorite people who are doing the same.
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