Breaking Chains

"You can do amazing things with praise + laughter +  joy."This week on The Untamed Life, I’m gearing up for my upcoming relationship workshop, Mastering the Art of Communication. When working with clients, I find that 99% of the time, the “problems” they think they have within their relationship are never really the issue. In turn they are fighting and solving for the wrong thing!Communication is Key but we have to make sure we are clear on what we are trying to solve for!For the next 3 weeks we’ll dive into aspects of communication in our relationships that can move us towards multiplication territory.The foundation of this work is starting with ourselves first, Instead of expecting our partners to change. We’ve got to be centered enough to see clearly - yet how often are we showing up exhausted?Attempting to pour from an empty cup while ignoring our own needs is a recipe for  frustration and resentment, which create walls and canyons inside relationships.In this episode, my husband Mark + I uncover ways to find joy + playfulness in our relationships by working on your inner self, includingWhen Prioritizing Your Needs is EssentialThe Role of Time AllocationOptimizing Physical HealthGod designed you for a THRIVING marriage. Are you ready to elevate your relationship to the next level?. Join me on August 11 for the Relationship Mastery - Art of COMMUNICATION 1/2 day workshop. RSVP now [https://christineline.mykajabi.com/relationship-workshop] to break down communication barriers that limit our God-given ability to CREATE + MULTIPLY within the relationships in our lives.-----To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

"Bring a hundred percent of yourself and trust God to do the rest."This week on The Untamed Life, I’m challenging and stretching your vision on how we view and ultimately limit ourselves. We are infinite creative beings designed for growth and creation, yet we get attached to external things that we have established our identity around - the very definition of building your castle on sand. Something exponential shifts in us when we stop asking, “Who am I?” and start asking, “God, who are You?” Begin to explore what’s possible in our union with God by spending time in solitude to get to know yourself and remember what lights you up.Part 3 of the Identity Series reminds us to develop core confidence and identity that will remain when everything else is stripped away. I touch on how to develop our core identity, including:Having a meeting with your future selfHow to become comfortable with our own words, decisions + authenticityWho we are - our identity - affects every relationship we have: with God, our spouses, our children, our colleagues. Join me on August 11 for the Relationship Mastery - Art of COMMUNICATION 1/2 day workshop. RSVP now https://www.thechristinejewell.com/relationship-workshop to break down communication barriers that limit our God-given ability to CREATE + MULTIPLY within the relationships in our lives.-----To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

"Who are you when no one is watching?"Welcome back to Part 2 of the Identity Series. Today we are diving into the topic of  SOLITUDE and discovering who we are beneath all the layers of noise and external labels. I trust you will get to know yourself better from today's episode! Being alone for any extended period of time is one of the most terrifying things for so many. On the other hand, a moment alone is also the one thing we crave but can’t seem to get enough of in the busyness of life. Not only does solitude give us relief from all the noise - but it reveals who we truly are, especially when we incorporate it as a practice. There are depths to our being that we aren’t even aware of yet. We keep playing at the surface; but God is wanting to reveal so many deeper - richer - layers of ourselves when we meet him in the quiet place, free from the distractions of the world. In this episode, we are unpacking 3 steps to embrace SOLITUDE for better relationshipsHow spending time alone makes you even more attractive to others and adds life to your marriage  A personal story on marriage + passion + chemistry and more Key questions to ask yourself if you want to discover more of who you really are in this season of lifeEmbracing the FULL range of who you are, versus just the versions you want to show the world If you KNOW you are positioned for an identity UPGRADE, apply to work with me - https://www.thechristinejewell.com/application-work-with-me. Together we’ll unpack the characteristics of leaders who multiply and prosper. It starts with the IDENTITY of the steward cultivating those God-given gifts. -----To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

“We get so busy in the do-ing, we forget about the be-ing.”This week, I want to explore the topic of identity and how it affects our confidence and fulfillment. It's astonishing how easily we can lose touch with our true selves amidst the pressure cooker of daily existence. We form and collect identities when we’re young as a method of survival and success, but these layers BLIND and INHIBIT us from entering miracle territory. Our TRUE ESSENCE is still within us, hidden behind a veil of deception.Think of the last time you cleaned out your closet, tossing pieces you’ve outgrown or don’t flatter you anymore. We should do the same with the metaphorical closet of our hearts and minds - shedding our ill-fitting identities and layers of societal expectations that have ensnared us for years. Your nicknames, medical diagnosis, level of education, marital status - those labels are just descriptions the human mind created to make sense of a world in CHAOS. Consider that even positive labels - CEO, entrepreneur, award winner - are things you DO, but are not who you ARE.In today’s episode, I invite you to upgrade your identity + dive into ways we can unveil the RADIANT TRUTH of who we truly are, including:Embracing self-reflectionChallenging societal normsCultivating self-acceptanceIf you KNOW you are positioned for an identity UPGRADE, apply to work with me. Together we’ll unpack the characteristics of leaders who multiply and prosper. It starts with the IDENTITY of the steward cultivating those God-given gifts. -----To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

“Isn’t it interesting that our world is built on chronology + “Chronos” time – Chronos was the Greek god of time, portrayed as a destructive, all-devouring force.”As children, we learned early how to measure time. But I bet you only learned ONE way to mark the passing of minutes, months, years, and decades. Did you know there is a second (better) way? To move into multiplication territory, I challenge you to see that there are TWO perspectives of time - the worldly pressure-driven driven system that treats time as a finite resource, and the heavenly system of eternal and divine timing.Instead of being ruled by the time constraints of the world system, begin to anchor yourself in God's timing and tune inward for guidance. It’s about moving away from pressure caused from obligation and into connection for a higher purpose. When you practice this enough, you develop discernment, one that cultivates patience + peace within your heart. And when you’re at peace, you’re ready to flourish within the calling God created you for!In today’s episode I outline steps to shake off the pressure of the world, including: Ask better questions about the present momentDifferentiate between pressure and urgencyShift from external seeking to internal knowingThe Initiation is officially open for men + women who are ready to RISE as the King and Queen they are created to be, rebuild thriving relationships and step into their God given missions. Join The Initiation: https://www.thechristinejewell.com/learn-more-initiation-----To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

This week I have the privilege of welcoming Tanja Shaw, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, where we discuss the self-sabotaging pattern we fall into with our health & how to navigate different seasons of life.When  it comes to optimal health + wellness, one approach does NOT fit all. How often do you find yourself battling against the one thing that’s trying to keep you alive - your body? Your body is your home as long as you are on this earth. We sedate, we ignore, we medicate to get by, we punish these bodies. We get aggravated when our bodies need rest and recovery so they can take us through the next challenge.To truly heal, have the level of energy we desire, and show up ready to play full out in this game of life, we have got to dig deeper and look under the hood of what’s really at play. Diagnotics can be a great way to show us what's actually happening inside the vessel God gave us to do life! Perhaps it’s time to grant ourselves permission to ditch the rigid protocols that aren't cutting it anymore and instead embrace the balancing act of being flexible in our methods while uncompromising in our goals. Today I invite you to break through the clutter and stop fighting your body. Let's start focusing on truly feeling GOOD and fully ALIVE, rather than getting caught up in the “shoulds” of societal expectations. Connect with Tanja!www.tanjashaw.cominstagram.com/tanja_shawfacebook.com/tanjashawwww.fitvibrantquiz.com****************The life you have right now is 100% a reflection of the level of internal growth you’ve mastered. Are you happy with where you are at in your marriage, in this season of life - or do you know there is MORE waiting for you when you go all in on where God is calling you?If you are feeling the call to forge deeper/stronger marriages and  relationships, to create more impact through your work, experience more adventure in your life as you deepen your connection to God - I invite you to join us in the RoundTable INITIATION. To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

Today marks the 100th episode of The Untamed Life Podcast. For consecutive 100 weeks, we’ve challenged old ways of thinking, shattered chains that keep us stuck in the grind, and breathed life into fresh beginnings. In today's episode, we are exploring the beauty of aligning our hearts with our true purpose. Have you felt the persistent whisper inside, compelling you to leave the familiar and embrace a God-given landscape of abundance? The moment you choose to follow that whisper, instead of the incessant noise of the world - is the moment it all begins to change. And that is when the call to INITIATION begins. This process is one of shedding our old identities, old programs, old ways of doing things and emerging as a completely different person. It's a season of self-reflection, self-awareness, and readjustments. As we journey through this Initiation, we'll find ourselves stretched, and challenged like never before, ultimately leading us to a new level of strength, authenticity and fulfillment.This is not a solo mission. We need community, support, and mentors to guide us along the way. It’s the most powerful and beautiful journey you will ever take - this journey from head to heart - from slavery into true freedom. And that’s what The Initiation flagship coaching and mentorship program provides. If you've been feeling the tug of your heart, if you're ready to step into your true calling and leave a legacy of love and connection, then this episode is for you - and it’s just the beginning. Together, we'll break free from the world's programming and embrace a new way of living. To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

Welcome back to part two of our three-part series on moving from codependency to healthy interdependence in relationships. I’ve been there before - fluctuating widely in my relationships, bouncing from each extreme like a ping pong ball. From crazy codependency to fierce independence, where “I will depend on no one and no thing but myself!”Sound familiar? In this episode, we'll dive into how to become comfortable with the spectrum of interdependence.Dependency is in our DNA. From the earliest times, we relied on our caregivers for our survival.Even as toddlers, we craved a safe and nurturing environment that allowed us to explore while still knowing there were boundaries and support in place to keep us safe.Our childhood experiences shape how we approach relationships later in life. Were you given the freedom to grow, explore, and develop your own sense of self? Did you have the chance to be independent while still knowing there was a safety net to catch you if you fell? Or maybe you were controlled or neglected, which led to fear or an excessive need for independence?Understanding these patterns helps us figure out where we stand on the whole dependence versus independence spectrum. Being codependent means relying solely on someone else as our source, while being fiercely independent means relying solely on ourselves. But you know what? The sweet spot is interdependence. It's this beautiful balance where we recognize that our ultimate source is a higher power, and we can depend on ourselves, our loved ones, and God all at once.Interdependence allows us to celebrate our individuality and autonomy while cherishing and appreciating our differences. By nurturing our curiosity about ourselves and our partners, we deepen our connection and create a space for mutual support. We can rely on each other's strengths and gifts, which means we enter MULTIPLICATION TERRITORY.In this episode, we’ll break down the 5 G’s of practicing interdependency:Gain awareness (listening to this series is a great start!)Get curious about each otherGive advice when asked, but listen if neededGravitate around joy - God’s, yours, your partner’sGive radical grace - to yourself and your partnerWe are greatly blessed when we come together in love, build each other up, keep peace in our home, and bring life into our children and our communities. This podcast is just the beginning. To go deeper into this work and get step by step support:  To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/

**Welcome to the first part in a three part relationship series designed to help you build thriving relationships. This week we’ll unpack how to move from codependency to a place of interdependence, one that creates healthy dynamics with your spouse, family, and team.**Does a relationship of extreme dependance sound familiar? “I can’t function without you, or without you needing me.” We may have a distorted view of what we bring to the relationships in our lives. When we get anxiously attached to someone, we feel responsible for their thoughts, feelings, reactions - even their happiness. We search for who we can fix and save, creating a revolving door of those issues in our lives. We become ADDICTED to being needed, wanted, significant. Our worth is tied to being the saver, the fixer, the source.This self-imposed burden becomes heavy - spiritually, mentally, even physically. If your body and mind have been hijacked by these struggles, it’s time to bring you back to the here and now. We are not the source. Allowing our loved ones time of productive struggle is a reflection of our abilities to be comfortable with not being in control. What does holding space in a healthy way look like? What is the balance between support and growth?Join me as we learn to disentangle ourselves from the idolatry of codependency. We will:Identify the signs and symptoms that codependency rules your lifeRedirect where our source is (live giving vs. life draining)Reclaim the territory of your mindThe weight of the world is not on your shoulders! Step out of the wilderness and into aligned relationships. It’s time to get out of your head and into your heart.The best part is, you don’t have to do it alone. Surround yourself with a community of those who want to grow spiritually. The best guides are those who have once been there themselves. I work with 3 couples each quarter to help align values, deepen connection, build trust, and clarify lines of communication. To learn more, fiil out this short application. To learn more about private or group coaching, apply here. https://linktr.ee/christinejewellConnect with Christine!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristinejewellLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/christine-jewell-9361612a YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCauEds9jbgKCbJMZHjwEMug Website: https://thechristinejewell.com/EPISODE RESOURCES:Proverbs 29:25 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+29%3A25&version=CSBThe UNTAMED Life Podcast - Reclaiming Your Boundaries - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-boundaries-curating-your-ideal-day-letting

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