If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, constantly “on,” or stuck in survival mode… I see you. And on this Military Spouse Appreciation Day, I don’t just want to say thank you—I want to give you something that helps you breathe again.

So I created a bonus episode for you. In this episode, we chat about what’s really going on in your body and mind when you feel overwhelmed or disconnected—and how to start calming the chaos from the inside out. We talk about the role your nervous system plays in stress and 7 practical things you can do to build resilience, feel more grounded, and shift out of survival mode.

Plus, I created a free gift for you: The Milspouse Reset—a soothing bundle with a guided meditation, affirmations, and journal prompts to help you pause, reconnect, and remember that you are so much more than just holding it all together.

You were made for more than burnout. Let this be your moment to reset.

Better Together,

Christine

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE


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237. Feeling Stretched Thin? A Gift for You This Military Spouse Appreciation Day

If you're moving this summer, you already know: it’s not business as usual. Major changes to the PCS system are leaving many families stuck between bad options. So what do you do when you can’t change the situation? In this episode, I walk you through what’s happening, why it matters, and how to care for your mental and emotional health with a simple 5-step process to shift your focus and regain peace.

Better Together,

Christine



MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Man’s Search for Meaning – Viktor E Frankl [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0807014273/?bestFormat=true&k=mens%20search%20for%20meaning%20viktor%20frankl&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k0_1_15&crid=16CVUKNIQE65C&sprefix=mans%20search%20for]

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236. The PCS Chaos Is Real: What You Can Control This Summer

In this episode, we’re getting real about the stress and mental load so many military spouses carry—especially during busy or solo parenting seasons. Often, the first thing we let go of is taking care of ourselves.

We explore the hidden beliefs that keep us stuck in self-neglect, even when we know we need to fill our own cup. You'll learn why guilt, busyness, and limiting stories might be holding you back—and how to shift that narrative. 

Plus, I’m sharing the simple yet powerful 30-Day Fill Your Cup Challenge to help you reconnect with yourself in practical, soul-nourishing ways

Better Together,

Christine



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235. Fill Your Cup in 30 Days: A Simple Start to Self Care for Milspouses

Buckle up for this one!

This conversation is one that you will want to return to more than once. I sit down with Verenice Castillo, founder and CEO of the Military Spouse Advocacy Network, to talk about the 10-year anniversary of MSAN and what it took to build an organization that has positively impacted the lives of thousands of military spouses.

Verenice shares her story of starting with nothing but passion and a desire to help, and how that led to a decade of impact through mentorship, mental health advocacy, and leadership development for military spouses. We talk about what it means to lead when you don’t feel “qualified,” how to keep going when you feel like giving up, and why defining your own version of success is the key to creating the life you want.

Whether you’re in the middle of a hard season or feeling called to something bigger, this episode will remind you that your voice matters, your passion is enough, and feeling stuck does not mean it’s time to give up!

Better Together,

Christine

 

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https://www.militaryspouseadvocacynetwork.org [https://www.militaryspouseadvocacynetwork.org/]

 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/verenice-castillo/

 

 

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234. Mentorship, Mission, and the Milspouse Who Wouldn’t Quit With Verenice Castillo

In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a powerful mindset shift that’s changed the way I’m approaching this next season of my life—especially in the face of unexpected transitions and constant change.

We’re diving into one simple but transformative question: What’s possible?

From moving duty stations and letting go of expectations to stepping into a coaching certification that wasn’t even on my radar, I walk you through how asking this question helped me shift from frustration to peace, clarity, and creativity. Whether you’re facing uncertainty, change, or disappointment, this episode will encourage you to reframe your perspective, embrace possibility, and open the door to new opportunities.

Plus, I share a few practical ways to apply this mindset shift in your own life.

Better Together,
Christine

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 
Episode 222 - How to Increase Your Results, Lower Your Stress and Feel Better  [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-a-milspouse-mindset-clarity-work-life/id1555191004?i=1000672274799]

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233. The Power of "What's Possible?" for Military Spouses

Every year I love to do a recap of my favorite books that I’ve read throughout the year. This year the recap almost didn’t happen between my daughter’s accident and me losing my voice. But I was determined to make it happen for two important reasons…which I’ll share inside today’s episode.

Wishing you the best possible ending to your year. I’ll see you next year!

Better Together,
Christine

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

My Top 10 Book List, 2020 Edition [https://milspousemastermind.com/top-ten-books-2020/]

Episode 52: Top 10 books of 2021 [https://milspousemastermind.com/toptenbooklist/]

Episode 86: How to Read More Books [https://milspousemastermind.com/time-to-read/]

Episode 126: What to Read in 2023 [https://milspousemastermind.com/ten-books-you-need-to-read-as-a-milspouse/] 

Episode 183: My Top 10 Book Recs for 2024 [https://milspousemastermind.com/books-to-read-in-2024/]

 

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232. My Top 10 Books of 2024

Surprise! It’s a Christmas show take-over. I’m completely handing over the reins of this week’s episode to Shana Roberson & Vanessa Porten, long-time friends of the show and hosts of the Financial Coaching for Women podcast. You first heard them here in episode 129. [https://milspousemastermind.com/budget-hacks-for-military-families/]

They are talking about what you can do to financially set yourself up for success in the new year (and reduce the anxiety and stress you feel about money). I’ll be back with you again next week.

Better Together,
Christine



Connect with Shana and Vanessa

https://budgetbesties.com/bootcamp/

https://budgetbesties.com/podcast/

 

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231. 3 Game-Changing Financial Tips for Military Spouses with The Budget Besties

We’re almost at the end of 2024. It’s a great time for reflection and for looking ahead to the new year. But how you enter the new year matters.

 

We can enter a new year thinking about all the things that will prevent us from going after our goals and dreams, or we can focus on what’s possible for us, and how to make progress towards creating a life that matters to us.

 

Today’s conversation is about making the most of your military spouse life. I chat with milspouse Bonnie Conrad about building a business in the middle of nowhere, and how she’s been able to discover and pursue her true passion as a military spouse, while PCSing and raising a family.

 

Better Together,

Christine

 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inn8ly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inn8ly/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-conrad83/

 

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230. "Just Do It." Making the Most of Your Military Spouse Life with Bonnie Conrad

Deployments. Frequent moves. Working from home. Lack of childcare. Trying to get established in a new city. There are numerous reasons military spouses struggle with loneliness.

 

Join me for a conversation with licensed clinical social worker and military spouse Crystal Bettenhausen-Bubulka about loneliness, connection, and why it’s time to rethink our connections as military spouses. Learn why social health is just as important as our mental and physical health, and what actions we can take to decrease loneliness and increase connection.

 

Better Together,

Christine

 

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229. Loneliness is a Problem for Military Spouses. What’s the Solution? with Crystal Bettenhausen-Bubulka, LCSW

Gratitude. We’re told it’s a good thing to do. We even have a holiday in the United States built around it. But, if we're being honest, sometimes gratitude feels a little bit cliché.

Sometimes life is tough. The medical diagnosis. The marriage difficulties. The financial strain and insecurity. The explosive family dynamics. Politics. All of it. Sometimes, the last thing you feel like doing is “being grateful.” 

So today we’re unpacking the concept of gratitude. What exactly is it? Is it really that important? And can the practice of gratitude actually impact the brain and body? Let’s talk about!

 

Better Together,

Christine

 

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228. Let's Chat About Gratitude and the Brain

The go to podcast for military spouses who want to live with more meaning and less overwhelm! Have you ever felt stuck, lonely, overwhelmed, frustrated or unfulfilled as a military spouse? Are you tired of putting your own dreams, goals and plans on hold; waiting for some future season to build a life you love? Do you sometimes feel like you’ve lost sight of who you are and what you have to offer? The MilSpouse Mastermind Show is here to empower you to GET UNSTUCK, CRAFT A LIFE WITH PURPOSE, and show you that YOU DON’T HAVE TO WAIT FOR TOMORROW TO CHASE YOUR DREAMS. In this podcast, we dig into all things military spouse life, from the mind and growth work that has to happen in order for you to completely get unstuck and feel fulfilled every single day – YES, IT’S POSSIBLE – to practically navigating the unpredictability of military life. Through honest conversations and expert interviews, we’ll help you set goals, combat stress and anxiety, incorporate self-care as a military spouse, boost your mental and emotional health, and prioritize what matters most, so that you can pursue your life, career and business dreams (with more joy and less hustle and overwhelm as a military family). 👋 Hi, I’m Christine, a military wife of over ten years, marketing strategist, mom of three, and coffee connoisseur. I am all-too-familiar with the challenges that come with frequent moves, deployments, TDYs and trying to balance military life with your own dreams and passions. After four moves and three babies in four years, I became an accidental stay at home mom. I began a journey to find myself again and figure out how to love the life I was actually living, rather than the one I had imagined for myself. If there’s one thing I want you to know, it’s this: You were made for more! More than the managing of schedules, keeping up with kiddos and holding down the home front. YOU have something uniquely valuable to offer, and when you pursue the things that light your heart on fire, you trade frustration for FULFILLMENT and isolation for IDENTITY, CONNECTION, and a life of IMPACT. I’m here to help you thrive as a military spouse, get clarity on what fuels and fills you, and give you practical tools and strategies to craft a life of MEANING and PURPOSE today. Whether you are an Army spouse, an Air Force spouse, a Marine spouse, a Navy spouse, Coast Guard spouse, or a Space Force spouse, this is the podcast for you! Friend, it’s time to reclaim your life and dreams and discover who you are meant to be because together we can change the world! LET’S DO IT! Full Episodes, Blog Posts and more: https://milspousemastermind.com Join the MilSpouse Mastermind FB Community: milspousemastermind.com/community Let’s Connect: hello@milspousemastermind.com Instagram: @milspousemastermind

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