What if the very body you once trusted suddenly felt like the enemy—and the only way to heal was to rewrite the story of your loss, one page at a time?

In today's episode, I’m joined by the resilient Madeleine Garner—a writer, children’s literature enthusiast, and former preschool teacher whose work explores the intersection of storytelling, healing, and parenthood. With a background in early childhood education and a deep appreciation for the emotional power of picture books, Madeleine has long used storytelling to help others navigate life’s big feelings. Her debut picture book for adults, Your Baby Will Find You, was inspired by her own experience with pregnancy loss and aims to gently open space for honest conversations around grief, love, and healing. A mother herself, she brings authenticity, compassion, and insight to every story she tells, working alongside acclaimed data designer Giorgia Lupi to pair poignant visuals with heartfelt prose.

Throughout this episode, Madeleine opens up about the miscarriage she experienced in 2022 and how writing became her pathway through grief. Drawing on her lifelong connection to children's literature, she processed the loss by crafting a picture book-style story that could hold the weight of her emotions while offering comfort to others. She speaks candidly about the emotional and physical toll of pregnancy loss, the feelings of isolation it often brings, and the journey toward trusting her body again. Through her collaboration with Giorgia Lupi, the book became a layered visual and emotional experience—one that captures the duality of joy and sorrow. Madeleine’s hope is to provide a resource that is both factual and tender, creating space for healing and helping others feel less alone in their grief.

Tune in to episode 205 of Joy Found Here as Madeleine Garner shares her powerful journey through miscarriage, the healing power of storytelling, and how her debut picture book offers comfort, connection, and hope to anyone navigating grief.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Meet Madeleine: From preschool teacher to author (3:50)
• Learning to trust her body again (6:30)
• The journey of writing and healing (8:30)
• Creating a book that speaks to all grief (10:15)
• Navigating relationships through grief (12:40)
• The complexity of pregnancy and loss (16:15)
• Finding joy amidst grief (20:32)
• Conception, pressure, and letting go (24:37)
• The importance of community and support (31:25)
• Creating a resource for healing (34:17)
• Final thoughts and encouragement (39:28)

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Before you torch the whole thing, make sure you've actually had the conversations that matter—because walking away might feel good in the moment, but cleaning up the fallout? Not so fun.

In today's episode, I’m joined by the knowledgeable Dr. Becky Whetstone, a marriage and family therapist, columnist, and author with a deep-rooted passion for helping people navigate relationship challenges. Known as the "Marriage Crisis Manager," Becky combines decades of clinical experience with a tell-it-like-it-is style that resonates with real people in real pain. Her recent book, I Think I Want Out, offers a roadmap for couples facing the possibility of separation, helping them make wise, emotionally responsible decisions. A former journalist and self-described relationship obsessive, Becky uses humor, honesty, and education to guide clients through the messiness of love and commitment.

Throughout this episode, Dr. Becky explains how her painful personal divorce experience and lack of helpful therapeutic support ignited a lifelong mission to understand and fix broken relationship dynamics. Becky outlines key topics from her book, including the stages of marriage deterioration, the impact of unspoken resentments, and the importance of managing the nervous system in communication. She passionately advocates for couples to seek help early and challenges the cultural myths around "happily ever after." She also pushes for therapists to stay involved from crisis to resolution, whether that ends in reconciliation or respectful separation. Her approach is deeply empathetic, educational, and infused with tough love and humor.

Tune in to episode 204 of Joy Found Here as Dr. Becky Whetstone explores what happens when one partner wants out, how to navigate relationship crises, and the keys to better communication and healthier decisions in marriage.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• A childhood obsession with relationships (3:26)
• From columnist to therapist (5:00)
• Why most couples get it wrong in crisis (8:42)
• Nervous systems, toxic shame, and felony words (9:20)
• How to diagnose a dying marriage (18:00)
• The most common marriage mistakes (and how to avoid them) (23:00)
• The journey to authorship (25:36)
• No, divorce isn’t the easy button (30:00)
• The therapist who stays through the storm (33:30)
• Navigating Male and Female Energies (36:17)
• The Importance of Communication in Relationships (43:00)
• Resources for Relationship Guidance (46:12)

Connect with Dr Becky Whetstone:

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• LinkedIn
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• Blog
• Get Becky’s book!

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What if the secret to scaling your course wasn’t hustling harder—but never launching at all? This episode unpacks the unconventional strategy that turned a simple online course into a seven-figure business in less than a year.

In today's episode, I’m joined by the accomplished Caitlin Bacher, CEO of Scale with Success, a company dedicated to helping coaches and course creators build seven-figure businesses without the stress of launching. After experiencing burnout from the exhausting cycle of live launches, Caitlin discovered the power of evergreen funnels—a shift that allowed her to turn her course into a million-dollar product in just nine months. Her blend of smart strategy and mindset work has helped thousands of entrepreneurs create sustainable, profitable businesses. Today, she leads a thriving multi-million dollar company and continues to champion a simpler, more consistent path to success.

Throughout this episode, Caitlin dives deep into the strategies behind her evergreen model, breaking down the funnel-building process into actionable steps. She shares practical tips on everything from pricing and content creation to optimizing email sequences based on real-time feedback. Caitlin also opens up about the mindset challenges that come with entrepreneurship, including visibility fears and online criticism—and how she overcame them. Her thoughtful, no-fluff insights offer clarity and confidence to anyone looking to grow an online business on their own terms.

Tune in to episode 203 of Joy Found Here as Caitlin Bacher shares how she built a multi-million dollar business without launching, the power of evergreen funnels, and practical strategies for scaling your online course sustainably and confidently.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Caitlin Batcher: From social media manager to course creator (2:44)
• Why launching fails most course creators (9:03)
• Evergreen funnels explained (11:05)
• The funnel is the bedtime routine: Marketing that actually converts (17:17)
• Facing the camera and claiming visibility (22:35)
• Starting your email list and evergreen strategy (27:42)
• Empowerment through entrepreneurship (30:11)
• The journey of building a business (34:14)
• Pricing with confidence and positioning with clarity (39:46)
• Marketing and value proposition (43:47)
• Choosing the right niche—and letting go of the wrong audience (50:52)

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