Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast with Vivian Cumins

True Connection: Distinguishing Real Friends from Toxic ‘Frenemies’ | Ep. 42

Ever wonder why some friendships leave you feeling drained instead of uplifted? Vitality coach Camille Gallinger joins Vivian Cumins for a powerful conversation about toxic relationships and their impact on physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Camille shares her personal journey of learning to recognize unhealthy attachments, emphasizing the importance of vetting friendships and practicing what she calls "courageous self-care." Through Biblical wisdom and practical insights, discover how to maintain your Christian values while setting necessary boundaries. Whether you're questioning a current friendship or healing from past hurts, this discussion shines a light on genuine, mutually respectful relationships that honor God.
 
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After overcoming chronic asthma and fatigue, Camille Gallinger began her career as a Nutritionist with a desire to help clients recover their health from debilitating fatigue and chronic digestive disorders. Though she enjoyed good health for many years, Camille experienced a setback in her physical health again after unexpected and heartbreaking adversities. These events pushed her to seek godly wisdom and understanding, rather than just knowledge. Camille then set out to restore her health and her VITALITY, which she defines as energy, joy, and momentum.  
Through her Seattle-based business, Vitality Enterprises, Inc., Camille provides on-site and virtual nutrition consulting and lifestyle coaching; and arranges speaking engagements for groups.  As a strong advocate for “courageous self-care,” Camille helps clients stop living on the sidelines and return to the battlefield of life with the wisdom of making good self-care a priority.
Camille Gallinger is a wife, a mother of 3 adult daughters, and a Grandē of 3 grand princesses! She is a University of Missouri-Columbia graduate, a Certified Nutritionist, and a Functional Nutrition Lifestyle Practitioner with training in clinical nutrition from American Health Sciences University, the former Designs for Health Institute for Advanced Clinical Nutrition, the Functional Nutrition Lab, and the American Association of Nutrition Consultants (AANC). 
 
Website: www.thinkvitality.com 
Instagram: https://instagram.com/camillegallinger
Email: camille@thinkvitality.com
 
POWERFUL QUOTE
“Put all of your hope in God and know that God sees. He sees what’s happening to you. God can rebuild you. He wants to make you savvy; [He wants to make you]…wise.” - Camille Gallinger
 
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Room to Think: Clear the Clutter and Reduce Stress | Ep. 41

Have you ever noticed your heart rate spike when looking at a messy desk or cluttered closet? If so, you are not alone! Many suffer from organizational overwhelm. Join Vivian and professional organizer Carrie VomSteeg as they discuss the connection between physical spaces and mental wellbeing. As they share practical strategies to clear the clutter and reduce stress, Vivian offers creative solutions like paperless scanning and mindful gift-giving to prevent accumulation, while Carrie breaks down the psychology behind organizing and decluttering decisions. From successful home staging experiences to debates about "just in case" storage, their conversation reveals simple solutions for anyone looking to declutter and reduce stress.
 
Whether you're dealing with sticky notes overtaking your desk or wondering if your collection habits are heading toward hoarding, this conversation will inspire you to take that first step toward creating a more organized, peaceful home.
 
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Carrie VomSteeg realizes now that she had an organizing problem back in junior high. Making sure her closet was lined up a certain way and everything in her room had a place felt … peaceful. And right. And normal. Now she helps other people get their spaces in order, bringing calmness and restoring the peace in their homes and businesses. Besides being a decluttering and organizing expert, Carrie is a writer and freelance editor. Maybe someday, she’ll write a book about all things organizing. Or maybe she’ll just think about it while alphabetizing her spices.
 
Carrie has one husband, two sons, and a new daughter-in-law. She calls Southern California home again, but recently spent 12 years in Mexico with college students and piles of tacos.
 
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When you’re ready for organizational bliss, reach out to Carrie for a free consultation.
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POWERFUL QUOTE
 
"Start small. That’s my number one tip. Start small because it can be overwhelming. You start with one drawer.” - Carrie VomSteeg
 
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Unmasked: Breaking Free from the Cycle of People-Pleasing | Ep. 040

Are you caught in the exhausting cycle of trying to please everyone at the expense of your own well-being? Life coach Kerri Goodman shares powerful insights about breaking free from people-pleasing patterns, particularly for women with ADHD who often struggle with rejection sensitivity. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, Vivian and Kerri explore how perfectionism, fear of rejection, and childhood messages can fuel people-pleasing behaviors. Together they unpack the difference between genuine kindness and unhealthy accommodation while offering practical strategies for setting boundaries without guilt. Discover how embracing God's unconditional acceptance can help you move from constant people-pleasing to living authentically, even if that means not everyone likes you.
 
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Kerri Goodman is an ICF-certified life coach, ADHD coach, and communication consultant with over a decade of experience helping busy professionals, entrepreneurs, and moms thrive by embracing their brilliant minds. A wife, mother of four, grandmother of three, and an ADHDer herself, Kerri brings a personal and knowledgeable understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of an ADHD brain – especially for women managing multiple roles.
 
Her coaching approach, grounded in her background in education, social work, and faith in Christ, empowers clients to break free from perfectionism and people-pleasing, reconnecting them to their strengths, values, and purpose. With Kerri’s support, clients discover ADHD-friendly strategies to create focus, calm the chaos, reach their goals, and create a fulfilling life that reflects who they truly are and makes an impact.
 
https://kerrigoodman.com 
https://facebook.com/kerrigoodmancoaching 
https://instagram.com/brilliantly_adhd
 
POWERFUL QUOTE
"People pleasing isn’t just saying yes to things or being accommodating, but it also is kind of putting on a mask. Like, I want to be the person that I think you want me to be.” - Kerri Goodman
 
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Loving Limits: Establishing Healthy Boundaries in Relationships | Ep. 039

Are you struggling to say "no" without feeling guilty? Licensed psychologist Dr. Toni Cooper joins Vivian to unpack the essential role of boundaries in creating peace and order in our relationships. Through their engaging discussion of walls versus boundaries, Vivian opens up about her own challenges with friendship after moving to California, while Dr. Cooper offers practical wisdom on setting limits with time, money, and affection. They explore how Scripture supports healthy boundaries, debunk common misconceptions about Christian kindness, and share actionable strategies for boundary-setting—from managing phone usage to handling difficult family gatherings. Learn how to start small, stand firm in your "no," and discover the freedom that comes from establishing loving limits that honor both yourself and others.
 
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Dr. Toni Cooper is a psychologist, author, and public speaker. Since 1986, she has been teaching adults the strategies to grow emotionally, build healthy relationships, heal from trauma, and experience God at a deeper level. Toni’s mission is to help people find the courage, confidence, and comfort they need through a deeper bond with Jesus Christ. She has served as a college instructor, retreat and conference speaker, and teacher of continuing education for mental health professionals. For many years, Toni helped train medical students as an adjunct assistant professor at the Northeast Ohio Universities College of Medicine. She is a frequent guest on local radio discussing topics related to coping with life’s challenges. Dr. Cooper has written 7 books that help people hear the voice of the Lord, correct distortions in their thinking, build confidence in how to study the Bible, and break into the blessings of God.
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Podcast: Life Without Baggage Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antoinette-t-cooper
 
POWERFUL QUOTE
“Boundaries create peace, they create order; they are a form of protection. And that is why they are essential.” - Dr. Toni Cooper
 
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Let Go! Surrender Control and Watch your Relationships Grow | Ep. 38

How do you find freedom when you're trapped in a self-made prison of control? Author Rachel Jobe shares her journey from perfectionism to peace through surrendering control to God. Vivian and Rachel discuss the difference between doing and being, drawing wisdom from Jesus's teaching about the vine and branches. Reflecting on their parallel experiences with illness and burnout, they reveal how God lovingly strips away our need to manage everything, replacing anxiety with trust, which ultimately brings us closer to God and strengthens our relationship with Him and others. Rachel, who serves in Asia Pacific with her family, offers practical insights from her book "Let Go" about embracing God's gentle leadership over our drive to control outcomes.
 
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Rachel Jobe is the author of the award-winning book Let Go!. As a recovering perfectionist, she is passionate about helping Christian ladies move from a place of frustration and irritability to a life of radiant joy and peace. She is joining us today from Southeast Asia, where she lives and serves with her husband and three sons doing church development work.
 
POWERFUL QUOTE
"God is so eager to work on behalf of His children, to move in us, to move in our hearts, and to move through us if we would just get out of the way and let go of our desire to control things."
 
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Website: https://jimandrachel.org/
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Daughters of Wisdom: A Christmas Story of Faith, Wonder, and Worship | Ep. 37

What can three extraordinary women from the Christmas story teach us about living wisely? Beyond the familiar nativity scene with shepherds and wise men lies a powerful message through the lives of Elizabeth, Mary, and Anna. Vivian shares how these remarkable women demonstrated wisdom through their persistence, humility, and unwavering faith in God's plan. Through Elizabeth's bold obedience despite years of barrenness, Mary's quiet pondering of miraculous events, and Anna's lifelong dedication to worship, we discover that true wisdom isn't about having all the answers – it's about maintaining an open heart to God's guidance. Whether you're feeling uncertain about God's timing or struggling to trust His plan, these ancient stories offer a fresh perspective on finding wisdom for today's challenges.
 
ABOUT VIVIAN
Vivian Cumins is a writer, speaker, and host of the Juggling Life, Finding Balance Podcast. She is also an Oklahoma native, a career professional, a military spouse, a step-mom to two adult kids, and a “Glammy” to five grandkids.
Although her name means “LIVELY” Vivian admits she has not always felt lively. Her need to be perfect and in control led to an unbalanced lifestyle filled with work, self-inflicted stress and illness, depression, and anxiety.
In 2020, after years of striving and mental exhaustion, Vivian rededicated her life to the Lord and vowed to relinquish control and submit to God’s will. Her newfound faith and commitment were immediately put to the test when she had to trust God to provide healing from stage 3 melanoma.
Though this was a difficult time, Vivian claims she would not change a thing. That ‘wilderness’ season, she says, delivered her from a prideful spirit and set her free from captivity. It was also during this time that God began speaking to her in dreams. His voice and the challenges she faced taught her how to give up control and trust God, embrace imperfection, and recognize, then recalibrate, the unbalance in her life. 
Today, Vivian not only shares her testimony of preparation and deliverance, but she also provides valuable lessons and helpful tips for actively seeking balance, which starts with making time for God, taking care of yourself, and sprinkling in some good old-fashioned fun.
 
POWERFUL QUOTE
"To be a wise woman, the path is simple. Ask God for wisdom, believe in His plan, and obey His guidance.” - Vivian Cumins
 
SCRIPTURE READINGS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
Story of Elizabeth: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 1
Story of Mary: Gospel of Luke, Chapters 1 & 2
Story of Anna: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 2
 
James 1:5 – If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. (NIV)
 
Proverbs 8:35 – For those who find me [Wisdom] find life and receive favor from the Lord. (NIV)
 
James 4:6 – But He gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: ‘God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” (NIV)
 
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Silent Goodbyes: Understanding and Overcoming Friendship Loss | Ep. 36

Have you ever experienced the heartbreak of a friendship falling apart? Author Elizabeth Laing Thompson sits down with Vivian for a raw, heartfelt conversation about navigating broken friendships and finding healing through faith. Vivian shares her own story of losing friends after rededicating her life to Christ, as Elizabeth opens up about friendships that blindsided her and the challenging journey to forgiveness. Walking through the complex emotions of friend breakups, they unpack the process of letting go and discovering hope when relationships drift apart. From processing hurt feelings to finding freedom in forgiveness, this conversation provides a message of hope and healing.
 
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Elizabeth Laing Thompson is a speaker, novelist, and the author of many inspirational books for women and teens, including When a Friendship Falls Apart – Finding God’s Path for Healing, Forgiveness, and (Maybe) Help Letting Go, All the Feels, All the Feels for Teens, and the When God Says series. She writes to help others find hope when they're waiting, help when they're hurting, and humor in holiness. Her work has appeared in numerous outlets including Proverbs 31, Power for Living, Focus on the Family Magazine, and Brio Magazine.
After a long struggle with infertility, Elizabeth and her husband, Kevin, became the always exhausted but grateful parents of four children, three of whom are now teenagers. When she's not inhaling Starbucks mochas and plotting her next book, Elizabeth works from home as an editor and church volunteer (that's code for "pastor's wife"), and as a snack maker, couch snuggler, laundry slayer, floor mopper, not-so-gourmet chef, and interpreter-slash-counselor of teenage feelings. She prays the lessons she is learning, trying to wrestle Christ into the chaos of daily life, giving others hope, practical help, and a lot of good laughs.
 
Website: https://lizzylife.com
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Books: https://lizzylife.com/books
 
POWERFUL QUOTE FROM ELIZABETH
"Friendship is still out there to be had. You are worth loving and there are amazing women out there who, given the opportunity, would love to love you in return.” - Elizabeth Laing Thompson
 
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Marriage Myths: What's Really Holding You Back? | Ep. 034

Have you ever wondered if your marriage would magically improve if your husband would just change? Author Rhonda Stoppe joins Vivian for a candid chat about the myths wives believe and shares powerful insights from her book. As Vivian opens up about her own journey learning to accept compliments from her husband, Rhonda shares biblical wisdom about respect, intimacy, and the power of positive communication. Together, they tackle everything from the story of King David's dancing to practical tips for rekindling romance when you're exhausted from a long day. Through personal stories and scriptural truth, Vivian and Rhonda explore how letting go of resentment and embracing God's design for marriage can transform your relationship. Whether you're struggling with unmet expectations or seeking deeper connection, this episode offers hope and practical steps for building the marriage you've always longed for.
 
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“I could have listened to Rhonda talk all night,” is what audiences say about Rhonda Stoppe’s honest, engaging presentations. Rhonda is the best-selling author of 7 books, host of the Old Ladies Know Stuff Podcast, and a sought-after speaker who appears nationally and internationally on TV and radio. Rhonda’s Moms Raising Sons radio appearance was awarded a “Best of Episode.” Rhonda has experienced the challenges of balancing marriage, parenting, and career and she’s ready to share her insights with you! The Stoppe’s have been happily married for 43 years. They have 4 adult children and 15 grandchildren. 
 
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POWERFUL QUOTE FROM RHONDA
"You can build a marriage without regrets. Let it begin with you.” - Rhonda Stoppe
 
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