Girl On A Hill

Throw on your pink bunny suit because today we’re taking a closer look at A Christmas Story. We’re talking about why the little things matter, how fixation can quietly steal our joy, and what happens when stress, overstimulation, and expectations run the show. We’re also getting honest emotional reactions and the quiet, everyday strength it takes to keep choosing joy. Because Christmas, like life can be imperfect, chaotic, and still incredibly meaningful. And sometimes the moments we don’t plan are the ones we treasure most. Don’t shoot your eye out and Merry Christmas!

It’s that time of year where we gather around the tree, fill up our mugs with hot chocolate, and watch our favorite Christmas movies. But, what if there were things we could learn? Today we’re talking about one of our favorites - Elf! This episode has fun movie facts and lots of laughs - but we also get real about what it would look like to treat every day like Christmas, and what Christmas cheer really is. We’re talking about being who we really are, leaning into delight and joy, and the incredible power of hope and true belief. Merry Christmas, and just like smiling, you’re our favorite.

Today as we wrap up the Over It: When Enough is Enough series, we get to the big one - the one keeping all of us stuck. Stuck in place. Stuck in fear. Stuck in the never-ending negative thought spiral. Over-analyzing may feel like safety or preparation - but really it’s just an exhausting doubt-fueled thought-loop rooted in fear, control, and perfectionism. And it’s time to break free. Our minds and lives deserve a break. Becoming ok with discomfort, uncertainty, and learning to make decisions frees up our mental energy and allows us to actually live—fully, presently, and peacefully. In this episode, we’ll talk about what drives our overthinking, why it’s so hard to stop, and how to start trusting ourselves (and God) enough to move forward without needing every answer first. It’s time to quiet the noise, release the pressure, and finally make peace with not knowing it all.

Today in the Over It: When Enough is Enough series, we tackle overreacting—the one “over” that sneaks up on all of us, often when we’re already running on empty. Overreacting isn’t just frustration or anger; it’s a sign that our nervous system is depleted, our stress levels are high, and fear is running the show. In this episode, we dig into why we snap—from fatigue, chronic stress, and unmet needs to unspoken expectations and the hidden patterns that make small triggers feel enormous. We get real about  the hidden costs of catastrophizing and uncommunicated expectations to the major realization that most overreactions are echoes of unhealed past pain. We wrap it up with tips as we learn to build in the pause and use practical tools and techniques to cool down and stop fighting battles that finished years ago. It’s time to stop the snap and reclaim the energy we need for the battles that truly matter.

Today, as we continue our Over It: When Enough is Enough series, we’re getting real about the exhausting cycle of overcompensating. It’s that drive to do anything and everything to mask our deep-seated fear of not being enough—and chances are, we all do it in one way or another. We dig into the root of this insecurity and what it looks like in everyday life, from constant validation-seeking and people-pleasing to perfectionism and trying to control every outcome. We explore how these behaviors can actually amplify our insecurities instead of quieting them, leaving us exhausted and blocked from genuine growth. We also discuss the cost of this performance on our relationships and well-being. Finally, we share practical tips to stop overcompensating, including naming the motive (love or fear?), practicing small acts of vulnerability, and affirming your worth without having to prove it. Let’s stop trying to earn what’s already true—and start living from the freedom of knowing we’re enough.