Episodes

  • Amazing Grace In the Darkest Hour With Sheldon Jernigan

    Amazing Grace In the Darkest Hour With Sheldon Jernigan
    Oct 27 2025
    This week’s episode is one of the most personal and powerful ones I’ve ever shared. I sit down with my son, Sheldon, for a raw and honest conversation about addiction, resilience, and redemption. Together, we open up about years of pain, prayer, and perseverance, and how God’s grace met us both in the middle of our mess.Sheldon shares how his addiction began at a young age, what recovery has truly taught him, and why he believes his purpose now is to help others find freedom. I talk about the journey from a mother’s perspective, learning when to let go, how to love without enabling, and how faith sustained me when hope felt lost.This is for every parent, every family, and every person who needs to know that no matter how dark it gets, there is always a way back to the light.Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of drug addiction, incarceration, and loss, which may be difficult for some listeners.

    Episode Highlights:
    [1:45] Growing up without a father and the search for acceptance
    [5:00] The early signs of addiction and the spiral that followed
    [9:00] A mother’s breaking point and the power of surrender
    [13:00] The hard truth: when helping hurts
    [17:00] How Haven House changed everything
    [20:00] From victim to victorious: finding strength through faith
    [25:00] What recovery really means
    [27:00] A story of hope for every family still fighting

    Special Thanks to Our Season 6 Sponsors:
    🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage — Heart-led lending with purpose
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    Holiday Beach Mechanical: https://www.holidaybeachmechanical.com
    🎽 Minutes & Miles — Outfitting me in all my “chicken leg” outfits
    minutesandmiles.com
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    29 mins
  • Make One Stranger Smile Today and Watch Your Day Change

    Make One Stranger Smile Today and Watch Your Day Change
    Oct 20 2025
    This week, I sit down with one of the kindest souls I know, someone who believes the smallest act of kindness can ripple further than we imagine. His name is Garrett Aune, and we work and volunteer together. His philosophy is simple: one smile can change everything. We talk about empathy as a muscle, the unexpected ways joy returns when you give it away, and how one day of intentional kindness led to a movement of connection and purpose. He opens up about loss, resilience, and serving others even when your own heart feels heavy. Together, we explore what happens when you trade judgment for generosity, how to stay grounded when the world feels chaotic, and why the best way to change your day is to brighten someone else’s.

    Episode Highlights:
    [1:45] The story that started it all—helping one stranger in need
    [5:20] How kindness builds confidence and community
    [9:10] Turning pain into purpose through volunteering
    [13:45] The science of smiling—and how it rewires your brain
    [18:30] Everyday opportunities to serve where you are
    [24:00] Why gratitude grows when you give it away
    [31:15] How helping others helps you heal
    [38:00] The challenge: make one stranger smile today

    Special Thanks to Our Season 6 Sponsors:
    🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage: Heart-led lending with purpose
    Kevin Kenerson
    615-390-7534
    www.lhmtg.com
    Holiday Beach Mechanical – Jason & Sherry Roberts – Trusted local HVAC services.
    🌐 Holiday Beach Mechanical
    🎽 Minutes & Miles – Outfitting me in all my “chicken leg” outfits:https://minutesandmiles.com
    ✨ Hue Salon: huesalonandboutique.com
    ✨ Amor Boutique: amorboutiquepc.com
    🎙 Presented by ADF MediaLet’s Stay Connected!
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    31 mins
  • Leave A Soul Print!

    Leave A Soul Print!
    Oct 15 2025
    This morning, as I ran beneath the glow of the full moon, I couldn’t help but think about my late husband, Hugh Smith, and the lasting imprint he left on my heart and the lives of so many others. Hugh lived his life with intention. He was serving, loving, and growing closer to God every single day. Even in his final years, he began each morning on his knees, praying, “Hey Dad…show me how to do Your will.”Today I’m sharing how Hugh’s legacy of recovery, faith, and kindness continues to shape me. When I think about the way he loved without judgment, his example reminds us all to live with grace and to leave a soul print everywhere we go. Because the world doesn’t need more critics, it needs more people willing to love, forgive, and shine light into the darkness.
    Episode Highlights
    [01:00] Morning reflections and gratitude on the trail
    [02:30] Remembering Hugh’s 26 years of sobriety and his spiritual journey
    [04:15] Daily prayer and calling God “Dad”
    [05:00] Leaving a soul print and living with purpose
    [06:15] Lessons from Andy Stanley: God’s upside-down pyramid
    [07:00] Finding beauty in reminders of love, even through loss
    [09:30] Living as the light in a world that needs love
    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
    🌾 Luckie’s Pine Straw – https://luckiespinestraw.com
    🔥 Holiday Beach Mechanical – holidaybeachmechanical.com
    ✂️ Hue Salon – huesalonandboutique.com
    👗 Amor Boutique – amorboutiquepc.com
    🌾 Luckie’s Pine Straw – luckiespinestraw.com
    🔥 Holiday Beach Mechanical – holidaybeachmechanical.com
    🏠 American Home Shield Warranty – Chris Dickson, 850-568-5142 American Home Shield Website: https://bit.ly/47qqsf5
    🏡 Beachy Beach Real Estate – (850) 233-4351 www.beachybeach.com 💛 Bay Tax – team@bay.tax | (720) 310-0084 Website: https://www.bay.tax
    Let’s Stay Connected!
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    Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    10 mins
  • Timing Can Be Everything

    Timing Can Be Everything
    Oct 6 2025
    This week, I open up about the moments in life that nearly broke me—and the unexpected ways God and community showed up to remind me I wasn’t alone. From running (or my version of it!) with a heart full of gratitude, to remembering the days when I had no power, no water, and no money, I share the sobering truth that resilience is often born in the hardest places.You’ll hear a story I’ve never shared publicly, about a season of pain and seizures so severe that I nearly gave up until a letter showed up at just the right time. I talk about the angels God sent to help me, the kindness of friends and strangers who kept my family afloat, and why moving our bodies and moving toward hope go hand in hand.If you are in a dark place right now, please know this: there is hope for you. And if you’re standing in the light, be that hope for someone else.

    Episode Highlights:
    [01:20] A sobering reminder while helping someone in need
    [04:15] Praise at the pump and gratitude for health
    [07:45] The healing power of moving your body
    [12:30] Seizures, pain, and the moment I almost gave up
    [18:15] God’s timing and a letter that saved my life
    [24:00] Stories of community showing up in big ways
    [29:00] Choosing to be hope and light for others

    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
    🌾     Lucky’s Pine Straw – https://luckiespinestraw.com
    ✂️ Hue Salon – huesalonandboutique.com
    👗 Amor Boutique – https://amorboutiquepc.com
    🔥 Holiday Beach Mechanical – holidaybeachmechanical.com
    🏠 American Home Shield Warranty – Chris Dickson, 850-568-5142
    🏡 Beachy Beach Real Estate – (850) 233-4351
    💛 Bay Tax – team@bay.tax | (720) 310-0084
    👟 Chicken Legs Running Apparel – minutesandmiles.com
    🏦 Lending Hand Mortgage – Kevin Kenerson
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    18 mins
  • Transformation Is Rarely Fun

    Transformation Is Rarely Fun
    Sep 29 2025
    As I prepared for my upcoming TED Talk, I realized the message I couldn’t shake was resilience. Not the easy kind we talk about in hindsight, but the real, raw kind that comes when life shatters your plans and leaves you with no choice but to dig deep.I open my heart about divorce, infidelity, financial struggle, and the mistakes I made along the way. I also share how faith, prayer, and the kindness of others carried me when I thought I couldn’t make it! Through every heartbreak and setback, I’ve learned that resilience is fully about trusting God to turn even the hardest seasons into a foundation for growth, strength, and compassion. I hope that this story reminds you that no matter what you’re facing, you are stronger than you think, and your next chapter can be more beautiful than you ever imagined.

    Episode Highlights:
    [01:30] Preparing for a TED Talk and shifting the topic to resilience
    [03:15] Childhood lessons in faith and early resilience
    [05:00] Divorce, infidelity, and why it felt harder than death
    [09:00] Mistakes I made during divorce and what I wish I’d done differently
    [17:30] The importance of self-care and recognizing red flags
    [20:00] Resilience as a muscle built in adversity
    [22:15] Learning forgiveness, finding strength, and starting anew with Hugh

    Links & Resources:
    Awake by JenHatmaker

    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
    ✂️ Hue Salon – huesalonandboutique.com
    👗 Amor Boutique – https://amorboutiquepc.com
    🌾 Luckie’s Pine Straw – https://luckiespinestraw.com
    🔥 Holiday Beach Mechanical – holidaybeachmechanical.com
    🏠 American Home Shield Warranty – Chris Dickson, 850-568-5142
    🏡 Beachy Beach Real Estate – (850) 233-4351
    💛 Bay Tax – team@bay.tax | (720) 310-0084
    🎙 Presented by ADF Media
    Let’s Stay Connected!
    Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    26 mins
  • Paving My Parking Lot With More Than Good Intentions

    Paving My Parking Lot With More Than Good Intentions
    Sep 22 2025
    Today, I'm opening up about a recent blunder involving truck parking at my business and how it led me to break my own social media policy, which is all about kindness and positivity. I share the story of how I mishandled the situation and the lessons I've learned from it. You'll hear me talk about taking responsibility, making amends, and living a life full of grace and kindness. Remember, our lives are only as peaceful as the kindness and forgiveness we put out into the world.
    Episode Highlights:
    [00:13] Sponsor Shoutouts
    [01:32] Kindness and Personal Policies
    [02:12] The Truck Incident
    [08:42] Reflecting on Mistakes
    [13:14] Living with Peace and Kindness
    [16:47] Affirmation

    Special Thanks to Season 6 Sponsors:
    Amor Boutique – Shop local fashion and unique finds.
    🌐 Amor Boutique Facebook
    American Home Shield – Chris Dickson – Protect your home systems and appliances with warranty coverage.
    🌐 American Home Shield
    Holiday Beach Mechanical – Trusted local HVAC services.

    🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage: Heart-led lending with purpose
    Kevin Kenerson
    615-390-7534
    www.lhmtg.com🍳
    The Grocery Kitchen & Taproom – Creative bites, cozy brunches, and incredible hospitality
    https://thegrocerykitchenandtaproom.com
    🌾 Lucky’s Pine Straw – Beautiful pine straw delivered and installed for homes and businesses
    https://luckiespinestraw.com
    💛 Bay Tax – Experts in cost segregation and ERC savings
    Brian Yormack, CPA
    (720) 310-0084
    https://www.bay.tax
    ✨ Hue Salon: huesalonandboutique.com

    🎙 Presented by ADF MediaLet’s Stay Connected!
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    17 mins
  • Creating Positive Company Culture with Aaron Rich

    Creating Positive Company Culture with Aaron Rich
    Sep 15 2025
    This week, I sit down with my dear friend Aaron Rich. He’s an entrepreneur, podcast host, fisherman, and community builder. We talk about leadership that trusts people, making room for fun (yes, fishing on the golf course), and how his podcast “Road to Rich” lifts up local voices. Aaron also opens his heart about losing his mom during COVID, the grief that shaped him, and the compassion that followed. Together, we reflect on Hurricane Michael, healing, and why making time for people matters most.

    Episode Highlights:
    [2:00] The words that describe Aaron—and why they matter
    [5:30] “Road to Rich”: purpose, community, and storytelling
    [9:00] Many hats: studios, IT, cabling, and more
    [14:00] Culture by design: joy, respect, and playful traditions
    [20:00] Investing in downtown Panama City
    [25:00] Hurricane Michael, COVID, grief, and growth
    [32:00] Therapy, compassion, and being present
    [40:00] Golf, fishing, and unplugging well
    [47:00] “Progress you don’t measure doesn’t exist”
    [55:00] Make time for people—you’ll never regret it

    Special Thanks to Our Season 6 Sponsors:
    🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage: Heart-led lending with purpose
    Kevin Kenerson
    615-390-7534
    www.lhmtg.com
    🍳 The Grocery Kitchen & Taproom – Creative bites, cozy brunches, and incredible hospitality
    https://thegrocerykitchenandtaproom.com
    🌾 Lucky’s Pine Straw – Beautiful pine straw delivered and installed for homes and businesses
    https://luckiespinestraw.com
    💛 Bay Tax – Experts in cost segregation and ERC savings
    Brian Yormack, CPA
    (720) 310-0084
    https://www.bay.tax
    ✨ Hue Salon: huesalonandboutique.com
    ✨ Amor Boutique: amorboutiquepc.com
    🎙 Presented by ADF MediaLet’s Stay Connected!


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Choosing Soundtracks That Push Me Forward

    Choosing Soundtracks That Push Me Forward
    Sep 8 2025
    This one was totally unplanned and straight from my heart. Since we’re more than halfway through the year, I pulled out my New Year's affirmation, “My Wild, Precious Life,” and graded myself. What’s working. What isn’t? And where I’m still growing. I also drew two cards from Jon Acuff’s Soundtracks deck, because fear comes free but hope takes work. You’ll hear how I’m setting better boundaries, showing up scared on stage, tending my health with intention, and choosing thoughts that move me forward.Episode Highlights: [00:39] Mid-year reflection and the importance of this episode[01:00] Shoutout to sponsors: Amore Boutique and Salon[02:08] Plan for the episode: self-assessment and affirmation review[02:24] Reading the affirmation: "My Wild, Precious Life"[03:12] Self-assessment: being intentional with time and energy[04:23] Setting healthy boundaries and book recommendations[05:09] Focusing on writing and speaking, overcoming stage fear[06:18] Speaking at Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center[07:37] Eating healthy whole foods and working with a fitness coach[08:51] Attuning to God's calling and personal mission[10:30] New sponsor: The Grocery, Kitchen and Tap Room[11:28] Self-assessment: saying no to unimportant things[12:13] Loving life despite challenges, gratitude after brain surgery[13:21] Fitness journey and the impact of health challenges[14:10] Money management and learning from financial experts[15:48] Drawing a card from the Soundtracks deck: "Fear comes free. Hope takes work."[18:21] Positive habits: meditation, scripture, and affirmations[21:41] Soundtrack: "I'll feel awesome after" – motivation for working out[23:03] Organizing and the satisfaction of completing tasks[24:30] Overcoming self-doubt and asking for sponsorships[26:26] Thanking sponsors and community alignment[27:58] Final thoughts: gratitude for the audience and Maya Angelou quoteLinks & Resources Mentioned– Soundtracks by Jon Acuff – All It Takes Is a Goal (Jon Acuff’s podcast) – Codependent No More by Melody Beattie – The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins – Scriptures I lean on: 2 Timothy 1:7; Matthew 6:33; Serenity PrayerSpecial Thanks to Our Sponsors:👗 Amor Boutique — my adorable polka-dot outfit✂️ Hue Salon — hair magic every five weeks🍳 The Grocery Kitchen & Taproom — downtown St. Andrews goodness🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage (Kevin Kennerson) — positivity + mortgages🌾 Lucky’s Pine Straw — sponsoring our studio gear💛 Bay Tax — cost segregation that saved me big🎙 Presented by ADF MediaLet’s Stay Connected:Follow @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    28 mins