When Military Life Gets Strange
When Military Life gets Strange, Life Coach Maria Strange can teach you how to get out of your own way and love your perfectly imperfect military and everyday life. This podcast is for military wives who have supported their husbands through the daily demands of military living and feel like they have lost themselves along the way. if you are ready to stop checking all the boxes and start thriving then this is the place for you.The Power of Decisions
In this episode of When Military Life Gets Strange, Maria dives into her transformative experience at the Powerful Living Experience event with David Bayer. Join Maria as she shares her most significant lesson: understanding that our beliefs are decisions we make about our lives. Discover how shifting your perspective on life's circumstances can lead to newfound freedom and empowerment.
Maria recounts personal stories, including her experiences with military deployments, illustrating how deciding to view challenges differently can transform them into manageable experiences. Learn the powerful distinction between believing you can handle a situation and deciding how you'll view and approach it.
Tune in to unlock strategies for redefining your experiences and injecting energy into your intentions. If you're ready to transition from simply believing to actively deciding the course of your life, don't miss the opportunity to sign up for a free 'Love Your Life' session with Maria.
Subscribe to hear more about making powerful decisions that enhance your personal journey. Embrace the power of your choices today!
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Published on: March 26, 2025Keeping Our Marriages Strong
This week, we’re diving into the heart of military marriages with an incredible panel you won’t want to miss! Join Erika, a military spouse and YouTuber, and Maria, a military spouse and life coach, as we unpack the real ups, downs, and daily grind of keeping love strong under pressure. From battle-tested tips to personal wins, we’re sharing what works—because military life throws unique curveballs, and every marriage takes grit to thrive. Tune in for honest, practical advice to fortify your relationship, one day at a time!
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Published on: March 19, 2025Joy: You Find What You Look For
- Understand how your brain's focus can amplify positivity
- Practical tips to infuse daily routines with joy
- How to reframe negativity and set boundaries for a joyful mindset
- Real-life stories highlighting joy found in unlikely places
Embrace the joy you deserve. Tune in and start your journey towards a brighter, joy-filled life today!
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Published on: March 5, 2025The Power of 4 Minutes
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of the first and last four minutes of your day. Discover how these fleeting moments can hold the key to deepening connections and creating lasting memories with those you care about. Whether it’s turning familiar faces into cherished relationships or simply making the most out of everyday interactions, learn how intentionality during these brief windows can have a profound impact on your life.
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Published on: February 26, 2025Harlie Jo and her Military Story
Today I get to share one of my favorite people with you my niece Harlie. Listen as she shares her story as a new military wife. She has great tips and insights that she is using to thrive.
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Published on: February 19, 2025Break Free from the "Should" Cycle
Are you constantly inundated with thoughts of "I should," "I must," or "I have to"? In this episode of When Military Life Gets Strange, I explore the relentless pressures these words impose on our daily lives—from personal expectations and familial obligations to societal norms. Discover the origins of these "should" statements and learn how they can unwittingly sideline us from living authentic and fulfilling lives.
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Published on: February 13, 2025How I Meet My Soldier
How did we meet our husbands? What was it like stepping into military life? In this episode, I sit down with a panel of incredible military spouses—including fellow podcaster Sam Woolf and YouTuber Erika—to share our stories, insights, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. From unexpected challenges to moments of growth, we dive into the realities of transitioning into military life. Whether you're a seasoned spouse or just starting your journey, this conversation is full of relatable experiences and valuable advice. Tune in for laughs, wisdom, and a look behind the scenes of military marriage!
Sam:https://www.youtube.com/@SamWoolfLifeofaMilitaryWife
Erika:https://www.youtube.com/@Erika-Raf
Published on: February 7, 2025Brain Power
In today's episode we dive deep into the concept of intelligence, exploring how it's not just about IQ. Discover the four types of intelligence—cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual—and learn why developing each one is crucial for thriving in today's world. Whether it's solving complex problems, understanding and managing emotions, building meaningful relationships, or finding purpose, we unpack practical ways to enhance every aspect of your intelligence. This episode offers empowering insights and actionable tips to help you and your children unlock your full potential and build resilience in life's challenges. Don't miss this journey to greater self-awareness and empowerment! If you enjoy the episode, please like and share it with your friends. Thanks for tuning in!
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Published on: January 28, 2025Beth Runkle Another Move God?
Listen in as Beth and I talk about her new book Another Move God. She shares how the Bible helped her to see military life differently and to feel a connection to the women in the Bible. Click there to sign up for a free 30 min Love Your Life Session.
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Labels We Call Ourselves
In this enlightening episode, host Maria Strange dives into the profound impact of the labels we assign to ourselves. Labels like "overwhelmed" or "just a mom" might seem innocuous, but they can powerfully shape our reality. They become the lenses through which we view the world, influencing how we live, feel, and perceive our roles.
Explore how these self-given labels can either limit or empower us, particularly in the contexts of military life and motherhood. Maria uses real-life examples to highlight how shifting from limiting to empowering narratives can lead to more fulfilling experiences.
Learn practical steps to transform your words and, ultimately, your worldview to embrace positivity, resilience, and strength. At the end of the episode, Maria invites you to a complimentary "Love Your Life" session, offering personalized guidance on redefining your self-perception.
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Published on: January 15, 2025Powerful Questions
In this episode of When Life Gets Strange, we're diving into the life-changing power of asking better questions. Did you know your brain has over 60,000 thoughts a day? Imagine if you could turn just a fraction of those into empowering, intentional questions that lead to growth and clarity.
Learn how to:
- Shift from feeling stuck to finding solutions.
- Reframe negative questions into empowering ones.
- Use practical exercises to uncover and transform your thoughts.
Join me as I share personal stories, actionable tips, and the exact questions that have helped me thrive in military life and beyond.
Listen now and start asking the questions that will change your life!
Published on: January 8, 20255 things to do When Life isn’t going as Planned
Military life can present unexpected challenges, but with the right mindset and strategies, you can navigate through them in today's episode I share 5 things to do When Life Doesn't go as Planned.
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19 of the Most Frustrating Things About the Military
Being a military wife can be frustrating at times. On today's episode, we cover some of the most frustrating things and what you can do to handle them.
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Published on: January 8, 2024Choosing Love
For the past two years, I have focused on the word Love. As I have worked to show and recognize Love my life has changed for the better, I have been able to navigate the challenges of life better and I have come out feeling stronger and more connected.
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Published on: January 2, 2024Celebrating the Holidays When You are Missing a Loves One with Jessica Rydalch
The holidays are a time of celebration, relationships, and gathering, but what about when you are missing the presence of a loved one? Many circumstances can prevent us from getting together with the people we love during the holidays: death, military, serving missions, traveling, finances, scheduling, and the list goes on. With intention, a little planning, and some thought, you can still enjoy the holiday and make it memorable and special! In this week's podcast Jessica Rydalch and I talk about the many ways we can make the holidays special even without the presence of a loved one. Jessica has first-hand experience with her son’s serving missions for our church and being able to come home for Christmas. Last year both of her son’s were away from home. Join us this week for some great ideas to make your holidays memorable!
Published on: December 9, 2023How to Make Each Duty Station Feel Like Home
I'm Back!!! In this episode, we are diving into the essential strategies to help military wives thrive and make each duty station feel like home. Whether you're on your first or tenth duty station, these 14 tips will guide you in building a fulfilling life, creating lasting friendships, and embracing the uniqueness of military life.
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Navy:https://www.navymwr.org/
Airforce:https://myairforcelife.com/
Marine:https://www.usmc-mccs.org/
Family Readiness Centers: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/family-life/military-family-readiness-system/
Published on: August 22, 2023Attention Audit
Are you feeling stretched thin? Like you don't have time for all the things you want to do? Then give this week's podcast a listen. I'll share how you can do an attention audit to help you focus more on what is important to you.
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Published on: February 6, 2023This or That
In today's episode, I talk about the This or That of Military Life. As a military wife of almost 20 years, I have experienced a lot of waiting that goes on in Military Life. I have learned over the years that the best thing to do is to slow down and control the things you can. You can control how you show up, what you say, and what you do.
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Published on: January 23, 2023The Voice In Your Head
In today's episode, I share 6 tips to help you overcome the mean girl voice in your head. As you learn to control the voice in your head you will be able to show up with self-compassion instead of self-criticism.
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Published on: January 9, 2023How to Make Every Year the Best Year
Want to make this year the best ever? Decide on purpose that it's possible. Whatever 2023 holds for you, you can choose to show up the way you want. Do you have a PCS? Deployment? Retirement? Do you have things you are worried about? Things you are excited about? In today's episode, I discuss all of them and how to choose on purpose what you think and feel to make this and every year the best year.
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Published on: January 3, 2023A Year with Intention
In today's episode, I share ways to make 2023 the best year no matter what life throws your way.
The new year is a great time to evaluate your life and what you want. Do you want to improve your health? Your marriage? Anything is possible when you live life with intention.
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Peace in Christ
On today's episode, I share my talk from last Sunday "Finding Peace in Christ". No matter the challenges we are facing Christ is always the answer. I hope you enjoy this podcast and that by hearing my experience of finding peace in Christ you will be able to feel the Love Christ has for you and your family.
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Published on: December 19, 2022The Holidays
Everyone talks about how magical the holidays are but for military families sometimes they don't feel as magical as we'd like. In today's episode, I share ten tips to help you navigate your holiday season. It's okay for the holidays to look different from year to year. There is no "perfect" way they should look.
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Published on: December 12, 2022The Power of A Team
Building a team is one of the most important things we can do to navigate military life. You can build a team of your choice. You get to pick who is on your team. You and your husband are a team. God wants to be on your team you just have to let him in. Having a team will help you be stronger and to become the next version of yourself. The best thing about being on a team is that you not only receive help from others but also get to help others along their path, which feels amazing. I would love to be a part of your time and help you love your perfectly imperfect military and everyday life.
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Alison Woehrman
Listen in as Alison and I talk about military living. We share some of the hardships we have faced over the years and the ways we work to overcome those. I really enjoyed my time with Alison and believe she has a lot of value to bring to the table as a Navy Wife of 20 years.
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Her website is www.themilspousepodcast.com
Her podcast is called Theunspokenlifeofthemilitarywife
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Drills
Drills help us to improve in any area. In this episode, I take you through the steps to set up a drill. I share some of my personal drills and how they have improved my life. Do you find yourself struggling with food, working out, keeping your word to yourself, being the mom you want, or having the connection you want with your husband? A drill just might be the answer. If you want help setting a drill sign up for a free 30 min love your life session. www.mariastrangecoaching.com/workwithme
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Published on: November 21, 2022Lissa Koffler and PTSD
Lissa shares with me her journey as a wife and caregiver for a retired soldier who has PTSD and a TBI. Lissa is an example of love and courage. She has put together a free resource to help other wives whose loved ones may be dealing with PTSD.
To receive her free guide text PTSD to 216-868-4754.
If you want to learn more about her brand text YALL to 216-868-4754
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Giving Tuesday Military Fort Drum
Giving Tuesday Military takes place on the last Tuesday in November. Individuals around the world join together to spread kindness to others. Today I talk with Ash Leigh the ambassador for the Fort Drum chapter of Giving Tuesday Military. We'd love to have you join us in sharing kindness on Tuesday, November 29, and every day.
You can learn more about Giving Tuesday Military by going to givingtuesdaymilitary.com
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Fear
Fear is an emotion that we create with our thoughts. One todays, episode I share five tricks to help you move out of fear. Fear doesn't have to be in the front seat of your life.
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Published on: October 31, 2022Alexis Frank
Listen in as Alexis and I talk about how we have created purpose in our own lives. Alexis helps military wives who are wanting to start a business find success and navigate entrepreneurship. If you have a dream it can become a possibility.
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Published on: October 24, 2022Five Tips for Reintegration
When your husband comes home from any separation due to the military it can feel amazing. You are excited, the kids are excited, and you believe life is going to be less crazy and a little more normal. And then real life happens. In today's, episode I share 5 tips to help you reintegrate. I believe these tips will help you and your hubby get on the same page and connect.
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8 Life Lessons Learned From a Tree
Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop. In today's episode, I share 8 tips that will help military wives throughout their military journey. I also reference episode 39 Ceilings and Floors.
Listen in and see what you can learn from a tree.
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Published on: October 10, 2022Warrior Chemistry
Do you find yourself losing your patience and wishing you could stop?
Do you set goals only to find that you don't make time for them and then judge yourself?
Listen in as I teach you all about Warrior Chemistry and how to use your body and your higher brain to show up on purpose.
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Published on: October 3, 2022Military Marriage Tips
In today's episode, I share tips and tricks that Spencer and I have used over the years. We celebrated 23 years of marriage this week and in August Spencer hit 19 years in the Army.
Every marriage is special and you have to find what works for you and your marriage however, learning from others is a great way to find things that work for your marriage.
In episode 17 I teach about the Love Languages and how they are great but also how you need to be in charge of your own happiness.
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Published on: September 26, 2022Joy Rogers and Thriving during deployment with a new baby.
Listen in to my interview with Joy Rogers. She is a marine wife who had her first baby this past year. She shares how she is thriving during her husband's deployment and navigating life as a new mom. You won't want to miss out on this great interview. Joy fits her name perfectly as she spreads Joy not only within her local community but also on Instagram @rogerupbuttercup. Joy is also the owner of Mississippi Coffee Lady. https://www.mississippicoffeelady.us/
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Published on: September 19, 2022How the Military Has Made me Better
After 19 years as a military wife, I have seen ways that the military makes me a better wife, mother, and friend. Listen in as I share what I have learned over the years and how being a part of the military community has given me a place to call home no matter where the Army sends us.
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You Know What To Do
It’s easy to ask others what we should do. To believe that they might know better than us. In today’s episode I share why it is important to trust yourself. You know what to do for yourself, and your family. When we learn to trust ourselves everything is better.
Published on: June 28, 2022How to Worry Less
As military wives it’s common to worry, what will this move be like, will my kids make friends, what will communication be like when my husband is deployed, TDY, or in the field? In this weeks episode I share 4 tips on how to worry less. www.mariastrangecoaching.com/workwithme @mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram
Published on: June 13, 202261 Trusting in your Military Marriage
Listen in as I share tips and questions to build trust in your military marriage. One of the best things I have done is to work on the belief that everything Spencer does is because he is choosing me and our marriage. mariastrangecoahing.com/workwithme @ mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram
Published on: June 6, 2022My Military Life
On today’s episode I answer questions to some commonly shared military wives complaints. I also share ways to handle deployment. Each deployment comes with its own challenges but when you have a few things in place, it makes it easier to handle the challenges that do arrive. You got this. You can thrive during deployments and everyday military life.
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Published on: May 30, 2022Your Potential
In this weeks episode I share tips on how to live into your potential instead of believing that you have to live up to your potential. Roy T. Bennet said “Believe in your infinite potential. Your only limitations are those you set upon yourself” www.mariastrangecoaching.com/workwithme @mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram
Published on: May 23, 2022The Difference Between Surviving and Thriving
We all spend time in survival mode, on today's episode I share tips on how to get out of survival mode and thrive.
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Published on: May 16, 2022Hunt the Good Stuff
When is the last time you hunted all the good things in your life? In today's episode, I share tips on doing just that. Get ready to celebrate you and everything you have accomplished. It will change your life.
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Bossing Your Brain
We all have habits. Some of them are good, like brushing our teeth, reading scriptures, or going for a walk everyday. Some of them are not so good binging on social media, late night snacking, allowing ourselves to go into overwhelm more often then we'd like. On today's episode, I share how you can boss your brain to do more of the things you want to be doing and how to stop mindlessly doing things.
Published on: May 2, 2022How to help our Military Children
Our Military Children experience challenges and life situations that are unique to them in today's episode, I share ways to help your children thrive in military life.
What do they need most? Is for us to listen. As we learn to listen and understand what they are telling us we'll be able to help meet their individual needs.
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Published on: April 25, 2022The Stories We Tell Ourselves
Do you tell yourself what life should look like?
In today's episode, I share why we should stop telling ourselves what life should look like and learn to enjoy it more.
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Published on: April 18, 2022When We Are Not The Mom We Want To Be
Do you ever feel like you fall short as a mom?
Do you believe that you are doing it wrong?
In today's episode, I share three tips to let go of mom guilt and move forward being the mom you want to be.
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Published on: April 11, 2022Showing up When it Feels Like you are Running in Place
“ It takes all the running you can do, to keep in the same place” the red queen. Through the looking glass and what Alice found there. 1872
Today I share tips on how you are moving even when it feels like you are running like crazy and staying in the same place.
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Published on: April 4, 2022Want Match
We all have wants in our relationships. We at times expect other people to meet those wants for us. This can lead to us feeling resentful or annoyed because they are not doing what we think they should. In today's episode, I share how to recognize what those wants are and how to meet them with other people or on our own. mariastrangecoaching.com @mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram
Published on: March 28, 2022How to Navigate Everyday Relationships
In today's episode, I share four common problems and the solutions that most of us experience in our relationships with others. I believe that all of us want to have amazing relationships and by implementing the tips I share you'll be able to take your relationships to the next level.
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Published on: March 22, 20227 tips to not pass your anxiety to your children
As military wives, we sometimes feel that we have to hide our emotions from our children.
That we have to be strong all the time.
They shouldn't see us cry.
In today's episode, I share why it's okay for our children to see our emotions, why it is healthy for them, and how to not pass our anxiety onto them.
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Published on: March 14, 2022Unexpected Deployment
It does not matter if you are a new spouse or longtime spouse an unexpected deployment can throw you for a loop. In today's episode, I share some tips to help you navigate life.
You are not alone. Others are here to help you. I can help you.
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Published on: March 7, 2022What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do
" I don't know" seems so innocent and feels like a fact when in reality it is only a thought. Everything is figueroutable and there is no wrong answer. What if you made a decision and then had your own back looking for why it was the right decision. In today's episode, I'll give you some tips to tap into your own intuition.
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Published on: February 28, 20228 Steps to Help you Build Resiliency
Being a military wife comes with the good and the bad. In today's episode, I share 8 tips to help you become more resilient so you can handle the good, the bad, and the ugly. Here is my favorite definition of resiliency “ resilience is not insensitivity or indifference, it is learning to turn to others for support during difficult times, resilience helps people become flexible and bounce back from setbacks, it helps them to be grateful for life’s simple pleasures and have a faith strong enough to move forward with God’s help”
Listen in and let me know what step you want to work on?
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Published on: February 21, 2022Three Relationships Hacks You Can do Today
Do you have a relationship you want to improve? Did you know, you change any relationship with the three tips I share in today's episode. Find me on social media @mariastrangecoaching and let me know which one you like the best.
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Published on: February 14, 2022When a Deployment is in your Future
Do you have a deployment coming up? In this episode, I share with you three steps to help you feel in control before and during the deployment. You can use these tips at any time in your life however, I find them extra helpful before and during deployment. What if this deployment were different from the other ones your spouse has gone on? This was the deployment where you felt in control. It is possible my friends.
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Published on: February 7, 2022Everyone Is Doing Their Best
In this episode, I want to share with you how the belief everyone is doing their best can help you show up the way you want. Now just because we. are believing that everyone is doing their best doesn't mean that their best is very good. The truth is sometimes their best sucks, sometimes our best sucks. However, believing that everyone is doing their best will strengthen your relationships.
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Published on: January 31, 2022Helping Children Connect with their Dad.
In today's episode, I share tips that have worked for my family during and after deployments to help our children connect with their Dad. The most important thing I have learned is to let my husband and children take the lead. Listen in and see what you can do today to help your children and husband have a better connection.
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Published on: January 24, 2022What Would Love Do?
What would love do? This week I share why I came up with a sentence for the year instead of a word. I know the year has just begun but already I have seen how powerful that question is in helping me to show up as the person I want to be. As you listen, ask yourself where can you use love to show up as the military wife, mom, and friend you want to be. Love always feels amazing.
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Published on: January 17, 2022Finding Your Purpose with Jessica Rydalch
What is your purpose? I believe we all have a purpose, and we want to find and live that purpose. Sometimes it is unclear what your purpose is. As military wives, we spend so much of our time serving and taking care of others that it is easy to lose sight of who we are. In this episode, my friend Jessica Rydalch interviews me about identifying your individual purpose. We talk about what a purpose is, why it can help you to identify it, and why knowing and living your purpose helps you to feel more in control of your life, and how it can be a guiding force in everything you do. Jesser and I talk about our own purposes and walk you through the exercise I created to help you find your purpose. If you are interested in learning more send me a message at [email protected]
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Published on: January 10, 2022Ceiling and Floors
In this week's podcast, I build on the concept of achieving any goals by using a tool I heard by Brook Snow called Ceiling Floors. Ceilings are the ideal while floors are the bare minimum that if you do them your day is a success. Listen in as I share how this concept applies to military and everyday life.
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How to Achieve any Goal
In this episode, I share how to achieve any goal by setting not only outcome-based goals but also behavior goals. As we implement the steps given we'll be amazed at all that can be accomplished.
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Published on: December 27, 2021The Present
This week I talk about the present, why it is the only thing that is real, and how to experience it more fully. When we are able to be in the moment, we literally experience life more fully. It’s powerful work and if it sounds good to you but you’re not sure how to actually do it, this is the episode for you.
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Published on: December 20, 2021Embracing Life as a Military Spouse
In this episode, I talk about how you are choosing to be a military spouse every day. I share tips that I have used over 18 years as a military spouse to help build connections with not only my spouse but other military spouses. You got this. Be proud to be a military spouse you are one of the chosen. If you are feeling overwhelmed with all that this life offers you reach out I am here to help. I see you, I hear you.
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Published on: December 13, 2021Finding Happiness and Joy
Are you looking for happiness? Are you trying to find joy? In this podcast, I share how to find them. Happiness and Joy can be yours. If you have questions send me a message and let's chat.
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Published on: December 6, 2021Guilt
Guilt as a wife and mother is not helpful. It doesn't inspire you to grow and change. It keeps you feeling blocked, disconnected, and feeling frustrated. In today's episode, we break down guilt and come up with a new way to think instead. You can let go of guilt, connect more with others and show up as the wife and mother you want to be.
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Published on: November 29, 2021Choosing Gratitude
When we choose to be grateful we can make the best of any circumstance.
Make a list of things you are grateful for.
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Published on: November 22, 2021Grace
* Every human on earth is loveable
* Having grace will allow you to love yourself and others
* You can develop the skill of grace and you should for yourself
* You can have grace for others and keep your opinions of them and your beliefs about right and wrong
* Why it's easier to have grace for other people than it is for yourself
* How to meet yourself where you with grace and understand
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Published on: November 15, 2021Intimacy is More Than Sex
When we think of intimacy, we often think of sex. The two are widely considered synonymous. However, there are at least four types of intimacy that don't involve sex or touch at all—but are just as impactful in a romantic partnership. In today's episode, we talk about emotional, intellectual, experiential, and spiritual intimacy. As we work on these we can feel the connection we want with our husbands no matter what is going on in our lives.
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Published on: November 8, 2021The Stories We Tell Ourselves
We all have stories about how life is going. In this episode, I teach how to tell if the story you are telling yourself or not. I also show you how you can change your story if you want to. Sometimes we want to keep our story and that is okay just be on to your brain.
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Published on: November 1, 2021Ask for What you Want
Are you scared to ask for what you want? In this week's episode, I tell you how to do just that. Being to ask and see what happens. It may just help you live your best life.
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Published on: October 25, 2021Connection in Marriage
Are you feeling disconnected in marriage? Then this is the podcast for you, listen in as I talk about what true connection is and how to create it in your marriage.
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Published on: October 18, 2021Letting go of Judgment
Do you ever feel stuck in the cycle of judging yourself or others. In today’s episode I share how I get out of that cycle and into a place of curiosity.
Published on: October 11, 2021Six Steps to Thriving as a Military Spouse with Ajalon Stapley
Listen in as AJ and I share the tips that we have learned over the years to help us not only survive military life but has allowed us to thrive as military wives. You don't want to miss this. AJ is absolutely amazing and if you listen carefully you can hear one of her sons in the background. Have a great day. You can find me at www.maraistrangecoaching.com @mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram You can find Ajalon at https://goanddo1.wixsite.com/mysite?fbclid=IwAR2QbGKo-6hnblwZAXAauQNoOAvFsatnaRrxCQ-Vl3Ifq-HFtSotsEpAbM@goanddo1 on Facebook and Instagram
Published on: October 4, 2021Helping Someone who Suffers with Suicide Ideation
We live in a world where people feel suicidal. In the episode, I go over ways to help. Please don't ever feel like you are alone. There are people to help. We see you. We are praying for you. Ask for help. My inbox is always open.
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Published on: September 27, 2021When You Suffer with Suicide Ideation
There is help! Don't ever feel like you have to struggle alone. I am willing to listen. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741).
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Published on: September 20, 2021When Someone you Love Suffers with Suicide Ideation
In this episode, my friend Jessica shares her experience as a wife and caregiver helping those who suffer from suicidal ideation. She shares how she is able to handle the demands of daily living. Listen in and if you need help finding resources please reach out my inbox is always open.
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Published on: September 13, 2021Suicide Awareness
In this episode, I share the information I have learned over 18 years as an army wife and as a life coach to recognize when someone is feeling suicidal. Suicide is something I feel we should all be aware of and do our best to help others when they are feeling down.
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Published on: September 6, 2021Other People's Feelings
How to stop trying to control your spouse's feelings. Allow him the space to feel and process.
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Published on: August 30, 2021Burnout
Learn the truth behind burnout. It's not having too much to do. And how to minimize it in your life.
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Published on: August 23, 2021You are Chosen
As military wives, the day to day living can be hard. In this episode, I share why I believe you are chosen for this lifestyle. You are stronger than you know. Keep your head up and focus on the next thing.
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Published on: August 16, 2021Turning Points
We all have events in our life that change the way we see things.
In this episode, I share some of the turning points from my own life.
When you are listening think about some of the turning points in your life.
I would love to hear what they are.
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Published on: August 9, 2021Love Languages
Words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, physical touch, and gift-giving are all ways that we can show love and receive love from your spouse, right?
They can be unless you are using them to create a wedge in your marriage.
Listen to this week's podcast to see if you are creating a disconnect in your marriage with the love languages.
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Wherever you go, There you are.
Have you ever put your life on hold?
Waiting for your husband to come home from deployment?
Finish a training or field exercise?
Move to the next duty station?
Till you lose the weight?
For your husband to appreciate you?
Learn how to live NOW instead of waiting for things to change.
You can love your perfectly imperfect life.
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Friends
This episode comes in response to questions from military wives on making friends at new duty stations. It's human nature to want to be liked and noticed by others. In this episode, I share tips on how to make friends by showing up for yourself. When you learn to take care of yourself, you show up from a place of confidence instead of needing others to validate you.
Published on: July 20, 2021Deployment Blues
In this episode, I share three tricks to help you overcome the deployment blues. These tips will not only help you during deployment but any time your soldier is away from home.
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Published on: July 12, 2021Handling Change
In this episode, I'm sharing 7 steps to help you navigate change in a way that brings peace. I discuss the changes you plan for and changes that just happen. Life is all about change and these steps will help.
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Published on: July 5, 2021Your Goals and Why the "How" is None of Your Business
Most of us are searching for the "how" to achieve the things we want in life. In this episode, I share why I believe the "how" is none of our business.
Published on: June 28, 2021Growth Mindset
Growth is uncomfortable.
But so is staying where you are.
In this episode, I teach you what a growth mindset looks like versus a fixed mindset.
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Taking Responsibility for how You Feel
In this episode, I teach you how to take responsibility for how you feel and how to allow others to take responsibility for their feelings.
Why is it we believe that others and things control how we feel?
My kids are driving me crazy.
My husband is working late again.
It’s too cold, I hate the cold.
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Finding Your Purpose with Jessica Rydalch
What is our purpose? I feel like we all have a purpose, and we are actually living that purpose. However, sometimes it is unclear what exactly that is. In this episode, my friend Jessica Rydalch interviews me about identifying your purpose. We talk about what a purpose is, why it can help to identify it, and what this can do to help us in our day-to-day. We talk about our own purposes and walk through the exercise I created to help others find their purpose. If you are interested in learning more send me a message at [email protected]
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Published on: June 7, 2021Clean Pain vs. Dirty Pain
In today's episode, I share the difference between clean and dirty pain. Clean pain allows the person to feel the emotion and move forward, however, dirty pain can cause the person to become stuck. I share examples from my own life where I have experienced both types of pains and what I did to work through them.
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What You Can Control
Today I am showing that although the military has control over some of the circumstances in your life that does not mean you are powerless. I show you how to take your power back by taking ownership of the things you can control.
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Published on: May 19, 2021Making Friends
in this episode, I share with you 3 steps to making friends. The best part is you learn that you can and should be your own best friend.
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Published on: May 12, 2021An Unknown Future
In this episode, I share with you why it's okay to not always know the future. The future can be unknown and you can still plan and live the best life possible. Don't allow the unknown to hold you back from living your dreams.
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Published on: May 5, 2021The Way to Solve Any Problem
In this episode, I'm teaching you the CTFAR model and how to use it to solve any problem in your life. As you apply it you will see your life change. Follow me @mariastrangecoaching on Facebook and Instagram. Don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast.
Published on: April 27, 2021Dillon Strange and How He Views Growing up as Military Child
In this episode Maria interview's her son Dillon about his experiences growing up as military child. How that experience has helped to grow and shape the direction of his life.
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Published on: April 20, 2021The Truth About Connection
In this episode I share how I believe we form connections. I share examples of my own life with my spouse and children.
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Published on: April 13, 2021Welcome to When Life Gets Strange
Hi, I'm so glad you're here. In this first episode I take the time to share some of my first experiences as a military spouse and my experiences with deployments both before and after learning the tools I am going to share with you on this podcast.
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Published on: April 6, 2021