It happens to the best of us from time to time - we suddenly realize we've been believing something entirely untrue about ourselves (or about life in general!). This week, join Meg and Rebekah as they talk through some of the lies they've been believing and how they discovered the truth on the other side of that realization. PLUS, hear from therapist Annie Wright as she gives specific, actionable advice on how to counteract negative thought patterns and start to build healthy thoughts instead! All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES: Roxana's Candles (Purchase Roxana's Candles using a special Promo Code. Use the discount code awesome10 for !0% off. This code is valid once per customer, and will take 10% off every order with no minimum purchase. Roxana's Candles offers free shipping within the U.S.) Anne Bogel's Reading People Annie Wright: Neuroplasticity and the Critical Practice of Speaking More Kindly To Yourself Find Annie at her blog AnnieWright.com (along with many free resources!) and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Awesomes, this is an episode quite unlike any other we've ever created. We're bringing you a peek behind the curtain of podcast production, and you'll quickly agree with us that honestly, we have no idea what we are doing. Join Meg and Laura in this completely un-produced, real life, real talk conversation about how difficult it has been for them to figure out how to structure their days and get stuff done as work at home moms. No matter your own vocation, work situation, or calling, you might hear a tidbit or two to inspire how you spend your days, and you'll most certainly be able to give us some advice on how to get our acts together! All of that plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES: Find out how to become a Sorta Awesome listener-supporter! Sorta Awesome is now on Spotify Blue Grass Covers on Spotify Gap's Live-in bra Gap's Live-in unlined crossback bra Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business Smartest Person in the Room Podcast You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

“You are the First Responder in your fight.” This is at the heart of self-defense guru Tony Blauer's mission and message, and what he and his wife Jesse share in this episode of Sorta Awesome just might save your life. Join Megan and her husband Kyle as they share about a recent incident in their home that woke them up to the pivotal importance of understanding what self-defense really means. SHOW NOTES: Blauer Tactical Systems VIDEOS: Why you never see martial arts in life & death situations (language warning) Tony's SPEAR system Tony's ATM video Tony's 3 Ds explained (blog post) You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Hungry? You will be after this delectable episode featuring Meg and Kelly's all-time favorite meals! You'll hear them share their top go-to family faves as well as crowd-pleasers, comfort foods, Trader Joe's best picks, and decadent splurges. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES: Hardy Hibiscus The Liturgists - Names Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos Cajun turkey burgers  Chicken Stir-Fry wraps Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Teriyaki Bowls Greek Chicken Kebabs 1 lb ground chicken 1 onion, shredded (a food processor works great; you want the onion almost pulpy) 1/3 cup chopped parsley 1/2 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp pepper 3/4 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp smoked paprika 1. In a large bowl, mix all kebab ingredients. Shape into eight 4-inch-long portions on a foiled lined baking sheet. 2. Heat broiler. Broil chicken until lightly seared on both sides, flipping once. If desired, insert skewers at the end for eating fun. Crockpot Cheeseburger Meatloaf Simple Meatballs African Pilaf Roasted pork loin Lasagna Soup (Ep. 43) Wild Rice Soup (Ep. 83) Pioneer Woman’s lasagna Ina Garten’s chicken pot pie Momadvice Brunch-themed birthday (French Toast Souffle and Overnight Breakfast Casserole) Sausage Quiche Squares Pioneer Woman Perfect Pot Roast Cheese enchiladas Chicken Salsa Chili All-purpose marinade: equal parts olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce Trader Joe’s Gyro Slices Mandarin Orange Chicken Party Sized Mini Meatballs Thai quinoa salad You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Back by popular demand! Book of the Month Club just released their September selections, and Meg and Laura are here to talk you through your choices! Learn more about signing up for Book of the Month Club by going to sortaawesomeshow.com/bookofthemonth You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Extra Awesome is back, and we are excited to feature Erin Odom, an author and popular blogger who also happens to have been the very FIRST guest on Sorta Awesome! Erin is the author of the new book More Than Just Making It and the founder of The Humbled Homemaker, a blog dedicated to grace-filled living designed to equip and encourage mothers in the trenches. Her Southern charm and wealth of inspirational, practical content has drawn an audience of millions over the years. Erin and her husband, Will, live in the South where they raise their four children. Find Erin on her blog The Humbled Homemaker. Find more information on ordering her book at MoreThanJustMakingIt.com Find her free course at EatingWellOnABudget.com You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Hey Awesomes? Maybe don't listen to this one with the littlest ears around because we go to some places in this group show that we've never gone before on Sorta Awesome - not publicly anyway. What else would you expect from a group show? Episode 110 features Meg, Kelly, Laura, and Rebekah sharing a long list of sorry/not sorry confessions, and you'll hear everything from anatomical correctness to environmental destruction and TONS of surprising revelations in between. All of that plus DOUBLE the awesome in Awesome of the Week! To find out more about Sorta Awesome sponsor Sun Basket, go to sunbasket.com/sorta To find out more about Sorta Awesome sponsor Bark Box, go to barkbox.com/AWESOME SHOW NOTES: The Brady Bunch on Hulu Wooden Block Puzzle app DryBar comedy (Kellen Erskine; Collin Moulton) Kyle and Meg's Spotify playlist: In This House Amazon Echo You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Extra Awesome returns this week with an episode of conversation between Megan and Laura about the recent Hulu series The Handmaid's Tale. Tune in to hear them talk spoiler-free in the first part of the episode about why everyone's talking about this adaptation of Margaret Atwood's dystopian novel. Then in the second part of the episode, you'll hear them talk about the most powerful moments and the most interesting character turns. Tell us what you think of The Handmaid's Tale! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Is it possible that your daily habits could make you happier, healthier, and more successful? Meg and Rebekah checked out a list of 50 habits that the world's most successful people swear by, and they set out to find out what would happen in their own lives if they tried out a few of these ideas themselves. You'll hear them report back on everything from mindful prayer to taking cold showers. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! Episode 109 of Sorta Awesome is brought to you by Sun Basket - healthy cooking made easy! To find out more about organic and non-GMO ingredients and meals delivered fresh to your door AND get 50% off your first order, go to sunbasket.com/sorta Episode 109 of Sorta Awesome is brought to you by That's It bars. That's It bars are 100% real fruit and THAT'S IT. Perfect for delicious, healthy snacking on the go. Go to thatsitfruit.com and use code AWESOME at check-out for 10% off your order! SHOW NOTES: Thrive Global: 50 Ways Happier, Healthier, and More Successful People Live On Their Own Terms Bentgo leak-proof lunchbox Bentology insulated lunch bag Become a supporter of Sorta Awesome by signing up for our Patreon for access to bonus content! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

The happiest way to spend the summer days is with a stack of books by your side. Megan and Laura indulged in that summer tradition, and they are here to report on the best of their summer reading! It's like book report day in school, only WAY more awesome! Don't forget to go to wondery.com/survey to tell us more about YOU! Episode 108 is brought to you by LOLA: 100% organic cotton feminine products delivered right to your door every month. Go to mylola.com and use code awesome60 at check-out for 60% off of your first subscription! SHOW NOTES: The Turnaround: Jerry Springer The Nod: Good for the Blacks Annotated: The Most Glamorous Librarian Ever IT, Stephen King The Crossover, Kwame Alexander Anything is Possible, Elizabeth Strout Upside of Unrequited, Becky Albertalli This is How It Always Is, Laurie Frankel Their Eyes Were Watching God, Zora Neale Hurston The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Taylor Jenkins Reid Deep Work, Cal Newport Essentialism, Greg McKeown The Fact of a Body, Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich At Home in the World, Tsh Oxenreider You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

In the newest episode in the Extra Awesome series, Megan welcomes author and speaker Chrystal Evans Hurst to the show! Chrystal Evans Hurst co-authored the bestselling Kingdom Woman with her father, author and pastor Tony Evans. And her newest book, She’s Still There, releases on August 8th! She reaches a wide audience of women speaking at conferences, sharing on her blog and podcast, “Chrystal’s Chronicles,” writing for Proverbs 31 Ministries, and teaching and leading women in her home church. Chrystal also cultivates hearts and commands chaos as the chief operating officer of the Hurst household. She and her husband Jessie adore their three very hungry boys, two adult girls, one son-in-love and their one gorgeous granddaughter. You can find her sharing the journey at ChrystalEvansHurst.com

Fire off the confetti cannons - Sorta Awesome is back! And this week, Megan and Kelly are celebrating all the wonderfully wild ways we are WEIRD! They'll tell you five great reasons to enjoy all of your weirdness (spoiler: it just might change the world!), then they'll spill the strange little beans on their own weirdness while sharing some of the wackiest weirds from the Awesome community. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week!  Episode 107 of Sorta Awesome is brought to you by That's It bars. That's It bars are 100% fruit and THAT'S IT - no preservatives, no added sugar, gluten-free, kosher, vegan, and raw. Perfect for delicious, healthy snacking at home or on the go! Find That's It bars at Whole Foods, Starbucks, CVS pharmacies, or by going to thatsitfruit.com and using code "awesome" for 10% off of your order! SHOW NOTES: Well Plated: Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars Instagram accounts: @angelakinsey @heartandhome @jamiebgolden Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!  

In this brand new Extra Awesome episode, Megan and Laura take a break from Sorta Awesome's summer break to discuss allllll of their big feelings about HBO's Game of Thrones! Just in time for the Game of Thrones season 7 premiere, you can tune in to hear them talk series background, story arcs, best and worst characters, and why even a (very) highly sensitive person like Megan lists this as one of her favorite television series ever! 

What's it like to get naked at a spa? What's the worst thing about middle school kids? And DO YOU HAVE ANY LIFE REGRETS?! These are all questions that only a sister could get away with asking, and this week, Megan welcomes her sister Emily back to Sorta Awesome for a conversation filled with answers to questions that might make you raise an eyebrow. Tune in to hear them dish on professional lives, weird worries, and the one thing their parents don't know about them. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! Episode 106 is brought to you in part by BarkBox! BarkBox is a delivery of 4 to 6 natural treats and super fun toys chosen around each month’s surprise theme. For a FREE EXTRA PREMIUM TOY added to your BarkBox every month, visit barkbox.com/awesome, and when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan, select “Yes, Please!” when asked “Have a playful pup?” Here's to happy doggies everywhere with BarkBox! Episode 106 is brought to you by Talkspace - the online therapy company. Is it time for you to take action on taking care of yourself? Explore the options offered by Talkspace. Get $30 off of your first month by going to Talkspace.com/awesome and use promo code awesome. SHOW NOTES: Laura in the Kitchen @emily34331 on Instagram You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

If you're feeling busy and out of the loop of what's new and interesting in culture right now, this week's episode is just for you! Megan and Laura celebrate Megan's 40th birthday by indulging in one of her favorite subjects - all that's good to know in cultural trends! They'll give you the scoop on what to wear, what to watch, what to listen to, and what to read for summer 2017. All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Episode 105 is sponsored by StoryWorth: the easiest way to share your story. The gift of Storyworth is a perfect last-minute gift for the Dad in your life! A Storyworth subscription provides a year's worth of story prompts and culminates in a beautiful keepsake book for families to enjoy for years to come. For $20 off of your Storyworth subscription, go to storyworth.com/awesome to get started!  SHOW NOTES: 40 Things To Do When You Turn 40, Ronnie Sellers, editor Steve Madden SOFTEY slides foot peel Smartest Person in the Room: Special Edition, Books and Reading 2017 Rich People Problems, Kevin Kwan The Ministry of Utmost Happiness, Arundhati Roy Hunger, Roxanne Gay You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Sometimes the smallest change can change everything. Today, Megan and Rebekah explore some game-changing discoveries that have genuinely changed their lives! From the kitchen to the bedroom, from grocery hacks to curly hair tips, they share the best discoveries that just might change your life a little bit, too. All of that plus Awesome of the Week!  Episode 104 is brought to you by Talkspace - the online therapy company. Is it time for you to take action on taking care of yourself? Explore the options offered by Talkspace. Get $30 off of your first month by going to Talkspace.com/awesome and use promo code awesome. SHOW NOTES: My Reality, Melissa Rycroft Invisibilia Just Clean Something Challenge at Simply Rebekah Chatbooks The Wisdom of the Enneagram, Don Riso and Russ Hudson Become a supporter of Sorta Awesome by signing up for our Patreon and you'll receive this week's BONUS content (plus all past bonus episodes, too!). You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

It's time for our favorite summer ritual - the awesome summer list episode! Megan is joined this week by fellow summer-lover Kelly, and they have put together a list of ten ideas to make this summer a little bit more amazing. From flip-flops that are good to your feet to what your skin needs to be protected from the sun to really cool ways to keep your kids engaged with learning over the summer, there is something for everyone on this list of summer do's! Episode 103 of Sorta Awesome is sponsored by LOLA. LOLA is the woman-owned company that ships monthly period products right to your door, and all of LOLA's tampons, pads, and liners are made from 100% cotton. To find out more about LOLA and get 60% off of your first order with LOLA, go to mylola.com and use promo code "awesome" at check-out! SHOW NOTES Target Beauty Box zeroUV on Amazon Kelly's Reef flip-flops recipes for smoothie bowls Get $10 off of your first order at Kiwi Crate using Kelly's link: http://www.kiwicrate.com/Refer?i=KellyG181 Jam.com Half-Price Books summer reading program Summer Lovin' S'mores Bars at Love Well Blog Megan's reading light Chi Silk Infusion IT Cosmetics CC cream Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

We hope you're ready to kick off the summer season in a VERY awesome way! With months of warm weather, road trips, and lazy afternoons ahead of us, we know many of you have summer books and reading on your mind. Today, Megan is joined by Young Adult author Aisha Saeed to talk about writing books with kids underfoot, how the We Need Diverse Books movement began, and what books to be sure to include on summer reading lists for yourself and your children! All of that plus Rebekah joins Megan to share those Awesomes of the Week! Episode 102 is brought to you in part by BarkBox! BarkBox is a delivery of 4 to 6 natural treats and super fun toys chosen around each month’s surprise theme. For a FREE EXTRA PREMIUM TOY added to your BarkBox every month, visit barkbox.com/awesome, and when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan, select “Yes, Please!” when asked “Have a playful pup?” Here's to happy doggies everywhere with BarkBox! Episode 102 is also brought to you by Plum Deluxe's Tea of the Month Subscription. For only $10/month, Plum Deluxe sends you a hand blended organic loose leaf tea from their delightful and delicious collection that includes both low caffeine and no caffeine teas - a perfect gift for yourself or others! Visit PlumDeluxe.com/tea to sign up for Plum Deluxe’s tea of the month.   SHOW NOTES: @stacykaren on Instagram ADelightfulHome.com The Body Scrub Bible Written in the Stars, Aisha Saeed We Need Diverse Books Lucky Broken Girl, Ruth Behar Brown Girl Dreaming, Jaqueline Woodson The Upside of Unrequited (also Simon Vs Homo Sapiens Agenda), Becky Albertalli The One and Only Ivan, Katherine Applegate The Hate U Give, Angie Thomas (on audible, too) Everything I Never Told You, Celeste Ng A Thousand Splendid Suns, Khaled Hosseini Sign up for the Sorta Awesome newsletter! Find Aisha on her blog and Twitter @aishacs You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Anne with an E is a new adaptation of L.M. Montgomery's classic Anne of Green Gables. In this episode in the Extra Awesome series, Megan is joined by author and speaker Sarah Bessey to discuss the merits and concerns in new adaptations of beloved books. This conversation is spoiler-free and might be just what you need to hear to help you decide if you'll watch or pass on this series now streaming on Netflix. SHOW NOTES: Why you need to watch the new Anne Series - yes, I’m talking to you, fellow purists at Sarah Bessey's blog Modern Kiwi dress "Anne of Green Gables" becomes a gothic nightmare in Netflix's "Anne with an E" by Haley Stewart for America Magazine Find Sarah on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! 

One of the most-discussed, most-downloaded episodes in Sorta Awesome history is Episode 26 in which Laura and Megan discuss the truth about anxiety. Today, they are sharing their long-anticipated follow-up discussion to that episode which includes symptoms of anxiety, recognizing it in children, supporting a spouse or loved one suffering from it, and when to get help. This episode also features an interview with Dr. Margaret Rutherford who returns to Sorta Awesome to discuss Perfectly Hidden Depression. This episode is PACKED with solid information for awesome mental health, and we hope it will be helpful to you and the people in your family, circle of friends, and online communities. Episode 101 is brought to you by Plum Deluxe's Tea of the Month Subscription. For only $10/month, Plum Deluxe sends you a hand blended organic loose leaf tea from their delightful and delicious collection that includes both low caffeine and no caffeine teas - a perfect gift for yourself or others! Visit PlumDeluxe.com/tea to sign up for Plum Deluxe’s tea of the month. SHOW NOTES: On Being: Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant MAC Full Fuchsia; IT Cosmetics Superhero Mascara Episode 26 The Truth About Anxiety What To Do When you Worry Too Much, Dr. Dawn Huebner Dr. Margaret Rutherford blog Perfectly Hidden Depression Questionnaire Dr. Margaret's Podcast: Self-Work with Dr. Margaret Rutherford Self-Work Episode 21: 10 Traits of Perfectly Hidden Depression You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Gather 'round, Awesomes! Episode 100 is finally here, and we are celebrating with a group show! Join Megan, Rebekah, Laura, and Kelly as they honor this highly memorable moment in Sorta Awesome history by digging into their personal histories to share some of their most memorable moments! Believe it or not, there were a few stories they hadn't told in the past 100 episodes, and you may gasp (and definitely giggle) about these moments from their lives. All of that plus a double dose of Awesome of the Week!  Episode 100 is sponsored by StoryWorth: the easiest way to share your story. The gift of Storyworth is a perfect last-minute gift for the Mother in your life! A Storyworth subscription provides a year's worth of story prompts and culminates in a beautiful keepsake book for families to enjoy for years to come. For $20 off of your Storyworth subscription, go to storyworth.com/awesome to get started!  SHOW NOTES: Athleta swimsuits Girls Modern Burlap (Rebekah's blanket) Cook's Country You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! 

Awesomes, have we got an INCREDIBLE show for you this week! One of the most important topics of our time is how to have healthy, dynamic, and informative conversations with kids about their bodies and sexuality. Join Megan and Kelly today as they dig into this topic with the help of licensed clinical social worker, ordained minister, and Awesome LeAnn Gardner. In this information-packed hour, you'll hear tips, stories, and myth-busters to help you know how better to talk to the kids in your life about this incredibly important topic! The interview with LeAnn starts at the 15:30 mark. Please know that this conversation includes candid conversations about sex and anatomy - be mindful of that as you push play!  SHOW NOTES: The Daily podcast Nancy podcast Link to LeAnn's list of resources: Parent and Child Sex Ed Resources Find LeAnn at leanngardner.com and on Facebook at Facebook.com/leannegardnercounseling Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Cue the confetti! The day Awesomes have been waiting months for is finally here - regular co-host Rebekah returns from her maternity leave! We know that you've missed hearing Rebekah's voice on Sorta Awesome, and in this episode, she and Megan do what they do best - open up the confessional and tell secrets on themselves. After sharing a bit of the birth story of the new man in Rebekah's life, she and Megan talk about the parts of parenting that keep them up at night and then dish the dirt on other secrets like little white lies we tell our kids and how long we can make those maternity clothes work. All of that, plus awesome of the week! Just a few more days to grab a copy of Ultimate Homemaking Bundle 2017! And to say thank you for purchasing a copy of the bundle after clicking through from Sorta Awesome's link, we'll send you a free gift - All-Time Awesomes - right to your inbox. SHOW NOTES: Snack Factory Dark Chocolate Pretzel Crisps Anglophenia YouTube channel: How to Make Tea The British Way Why Brits and Americans spell differently How to pronounce UK place names Isn’t Brit Romantic Plum Deluxe - Tea of the Month Subscription Isaac's birth story at Simply Rebekah Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

Today, Megan is joined by Laura, and they take some time to solve some of life’s biggest mysteries, like how do you navigate awkward conversations with a nanny about how to wash the dishes? How do you keep yourselves from going cuckoo bananas in the midst of spring craziness? Why is Laura’s complexion so gorgeous all the time, and also what is up with those tortoises? It's a grab bag episode of Sorta Awesome, and you'll hear wisdom on all of this, plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES Melanie Mills gleam body radiance Bare Minerals Bareskin Radio Public (Babysitters Club Club playlist) Ep 78 one thing that changed our life Is your extreme diet really an eating disorder? at Hollywood Housewife Spontaneity Child Care, OKC @konarocket on IG Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

This week, Megan and Kelly take up the ancient practice of confession and get very honest about their personal lives and spiritual faiths. From the childhood experiences that formed the foundation of their belief systems to the moments in adulthood that turned their beliefs upside down, they share their thoughts on faith and how it has evolved over the years. This episode invites reflection from people of all backgrounds - whether you practice a spiritual discipline or not! And as always, you'll hear our Awesomes of the Week!  EPISODE 96 is brought to you by Plum Deluxe! Go to plumdeluxe.com/tea to sign up for Plum Deluxe's Tea Subscription. For just $10 a month, you'll receive a handcrafted, organic tea from Plum Deluxe's extensive tea selections. Members of the tea club also receive free shipping on ALL Plum Deluxe purchases and access to an awesome tea community. Thank you, Plum Deluxe!  SHOW NOTES: Shauna Niequist's Blueberry Crisp Six Sisters' Stuff Skinny Chunky Monkey Cookies ASMR Rooms: Harry Potter playlist Unapologetic: Why, Despite Everything, Christianity Can Still Make Surprising Emotional Sense Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality Jesus for President: Politics for Ordinary Radicals Jesus Feminist, Out of Sorts: Making Sense of an Evolving Faith UnChristian: What a New Generation Really Things about Christianity ... and Why It Matters Real Christians Don't Dance, True Believers Don't Ask Why Believing God (Kelly referenced this Bible study; this is the book form) The Message Bible The Sin of Certainty: Why God Desires our Trust more than our "Correct" Beliefs The Liturgists Podcast The Jesus I Never Knew Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!