Wild & Waking

104 | Betrayal Trauma, Relationship Boundaries, and Using Parts Work to Heal with Roxanne Kennedy Granata

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m honored to be joined by my inspiring, powerhouse friend, Roxanne Granata, for today’s episode!  Roxanne is an Empowered Relationships Coach w...

103 | A Mom's Lesson in Moving Forward with Love Instead of Fear with Lisa Brennan

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am joined by Lisa Brennan, an incredible person who I've known for a very long time, and I've been eager to have her on the podcast for a while now!...

102 | Healing to the Depths of Your Soul and Nervous System Regulation with Sara Elise Johnson

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sara and I connected on our recent mastermind retreat, and the knowledge and energy she radiates is undeniably contagious. Sara is a wife, mom, author...

101 | Growing Wealth, Living in Two Worlds, and Showing Up as Your Authentic Self with Sadie Schweers

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sadie and I covered a variety of crucial topics in our conversation, and her incredible heart and passion for what she does really shines through. Whe...

100 | A Chat with My Husband Andrew: Farming, Marriage, Fatherhood, and Growth

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only are we celebrating the 100th episode of Gather in Growth, but I’m also joined by the love of my life - my husband, Andrew! I polled my IG c...

099 | Lessons from Lexington: Wins, Challenges, and Ideas from an Impulse Family Trip

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This impulse family trip was eye-opening (in the best ways possible), and really brought up SO many things for me. It reminded me to deeply think abou...

098 | Faith Expansion, Awakening The Senses, and Alchemy Through Artistry with Stephanie Simmons

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Taking the path to work on yourself and really dig into the hard stuff feels like HELL when you’re in it - it’s far from easy. The soul freedom an...

097 | Knowing Your Own Red Flags

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about the importance of knowing your own red flags - specifically, within your body. Not that long ago when I was...

096 | Ask Better Questions

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The work that I’ve been doing the last few years has pushed me to help others step outside of their comfort zones, challenge expectations, and break...

095 | The Adventure Begins!

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My original plan for this episode was to do more of a ‘vlog’ style, because I recently traveled to a retreat I invested in for myself; I thought i...

094 | Simplify to Amplify with Ashlea Strickler

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ashlea and I talk more about what it can look like to ‘simplify to amplify’ in all aspects of our life. Growing up in a generation that’s big on...

093 | From Frustration to Function: Seeking Alternative Healthcare to Feel Your Best with Jena Ochsner

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jena Ochsner and I are talking more about pursuing alternative healthcare for your family, and why it’s not a bad thing to ‘go against the grain’...

092 | Why It’s SO Hard to Ask for Help (And Why You Should!)

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about why it’s SO hard to ask for help, and even more, why you should be doing so. Women (and especially moms) ...

091 | Seasons of Change

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about seasons of change, and what happens as we continue piling on more duties, goals, responsibilities, etc., to...

090 | Mindset and Mental Health with Calli Thorne

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to have my amazing friend, Calli Thorne, as today’s podcast guest! Calli and I are talking all about mindset and mental health, and wh...

089 | Loss, Healing, and Empowerment with Kaitlin Cox

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m joined by my wonderful friend, Kaitlin Cox, for today’s episode! Kaitlin and I are talking about loss, healing, and empowerment, and what it ...

088 | Power of the Pivot with Kari Jo Kelso

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kari Jo and I are talking all about the power of the pivot, and what it looks like to take riskier pursuits alongside a more ‘safe’ career choice....

087 | Why You Should Commit to An Endurance Challenge

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about why you should commit to an endurance challenge. Running is such a beautiful example of how you can show up...

086 | Wall Art and Intuition

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Multiple times throughout my life, I’ve learned HOW important it is to lean into my own intuition, instead of playing by other people’s rulebooks....

085 | Divine Feminine and Mother Wounds with Jada Dobesh

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jada and I are talking about the divine feminine and mother wounds, and how much masculine versus feminine energy comes into play here. The concept of...

084 | Understanding and Embracing Your Cycle with Jada Dobesh

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to be joined by my friend, Jada Dobesh, on the podcast today! Jada and I connected in fall 2023, and we both share a passion for educati...

083 | POV: It's Been a Hard Week and We Go to Coffee

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk more about what happens when it’s been a hard week, and our emotions are allll over the place. For me personall...

082 | The Domino Effect

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk more about the domino effect, and how this shows up so often in our lives. When you choose to move forward with y...

081 | How I Made More in One Launch Than My Old Teacher Salary

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I thought I would be a teacher for the rest of my life - I loved what I did in my teaching career, as well as the non-profit space. But, being able to...

080 | Mindset, Grief, and Growth with Ellan Ruskamp

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m joined by my dear friend, Ellan Ruskamp, on the podcast today! Ellan and I are talking about mindset, grief, and growth, because she has experi...

079 | Sh*t Happens, Mindset Matters

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about why your mindset matters - especially when sh*t happens that you totally didn’t plan on. I keep hearing f...

078 | What's Fueling Our Perfectionism and Fear of Failure?

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk about what’s fueling our perfectionism, and fear of failure. I wholeheartedly believe that our fear of failure ...

077 | Money Conversations with Alli Williams

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alli and I are talking about all things money and finances, and she wants to continue making money more conversational (instead of a far-off, scary th...

076 | Postpartum Struggles and New Things Coming in 2024

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the current season of life I’m in (newborn phase with my 3rd babe, owning my own business, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, etc..yo...

075 | Changing Mindsets in Ag with Brandi Buzzard

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to chat with a very fun guest, Brandi Buzzard, on the podcast today! Brandi and I dive into a variety of topics, like the collective ‘...

074 | How to Stay Centered and Intentional Over the Holidays

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk more about how to stay centered and intentional over the holidays. There can be a very real and isolating feeling...

073 | Using the Enneagram, Kindness, and Communication to Draw Good Movement with Terryn Drieling

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m honored to have my good friend, Terryn Drieling, on the podcast today! We dive more into ‘good movement draws good movement’ (the signature ...

072 | ​​How to Live Life on Purpose - my interview on the Throwing Wrenches Mending Fences Podcast

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I have a fun episode to share with you today, and it’s a little different than normal! I was a guest on my friend Sarah Zastrow’s podcast, Throwi...

071 | Forging The Path as Your Authentic Self with Courtenay DeHoff

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m very excited to be joined by the amazing Courtenay Dehoff on the podcast today! Courtenay grew up in the thick of agriculture (which she loved)...

070 | Behind the Scenes Achievements

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk more about behind the scenes achievements - things that aren’t always known about publicly, or recognized by ot...

069 | How to Break Up with Your Phone and Be More Productive with Jade Boyd

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to be joined by Jade Boyd on the podcast today! Jade has been my business coach this year, and I’ve loved getting to work with and le...

068 | How to Be Your Own Cheerleader

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For some reason, we can easily identify other people’s gifts and strengths, but struggle to recognize our own. We don’t think that we have anythin...

067 | Redefining Rural-ish Living & Cultivating Change with Emily Matzke

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, I have Emily Matzke as a guest! One of the most beautiful things about Emily is she’s very clear on what she wants to do with he...

066 | Harvest Mom Hacks

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to share some of my harvest mom hacks I’ve figured out over time. These are things that my kids and I are doing so we’...

065 | Evolving Alongside Your Business with Bookkeeper Mary Faber

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to be joined by a fellow Illinoisan and good friend of mine, Mary Faber, on the podcast today!  Mary is the expert when it comes to all...

064 | Third Time’s A Charm: Steps I Took for a Healthier Pregnancy

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Even though this pregnancy has been harder on my body than my first two, I’ve felt completely different in a lot of ways too. I’ve learned so much...

063 | Tiny Habits, Big Results with Coach Kiah

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Since we’re approaching the end of 2023, Kiah and I thought it would be beneficial to dive more into habits and share some tactical tools and takeaw...

062 | 5 Reasons That Personal Growth Kinda Sucks

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, this podcast is totally about the beautiful journey of personal growth and how powerful intentionality is in our lives! But..if you’re struggli...

061 | From Misaligned to Living on Purpose with Maddy Rabenhorst

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While Maddy’s life ‘looked’ good on paper and checked all of the boxes, she was far from fulfilled, and had actually reached a new level of burn...

060 | How to Set Aligned Goals - My Step By Step Process

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk with you more about how to set aligned goals, and the step by step process I personally use. I want you to get ve...

059 | From Burning Out to Shining Bright with Lindsay Wineinger

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, I had the honor of sitting down with my sweet friend, Lindsay Wineinger. We’re talking all about Lindsay’s story and the incre...

058 | How to Inventory Your “Shoulds” to Make Space for Your Priorities

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to talk with you about how to inventory your “shoulds” to make space for your priorities, so you CAN spend more time ...

057 | Old-Fashioned on Purpose: Cultivating a Slower, More Joyful Life with Jill Winger

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I had the joy of talking with my new friend, Jill Winger, on today’s episode! Jill has done (and is continuing to do) SO many incredible things in t...

056 | Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spiral

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about the big ole elephant in the room that so many of us are secretly grappling with, but no one seems to be talking about: the moments,...

055 | What Does Personal Growth Mean to You? - A Special 1 Year Anniversary Episode!

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One year ago, a HUGE dream of mine was coming to life…launching a podcast! Between my personal journey, the conversations we’ve had on this show, ...

054 | Living Life to the Fullest with April Roberts

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I have a very special episode to share with you today, because for the first time, I’m interviewing my guest in PERSON! My family and I took a cross...

053 | Simple Ways to Change Your Life TODAY

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I want to dig into some simple ways to change your life today. While none of what I’m sharing may be earth shattering, groundb...

052 | How to Talk So Your Spouse Will Listen with Ashley Machado

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve been seeing a common thread in many spaces lately about communication in marriage, and what that looks like-especially when experiencing confli...

051 | How, When, and Why I Reconsidered My Relationship with Alcohol

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I’m sharing something I’ve never really talked about extensively. For some reason, it’s been on my heart and my mind to talk...

050 | Part 2: Navigating Farm Family Transitions with Elaine Froese

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to part two of my incredible conversation with farm family transition guru, Elaine Froese! If you missed part one, be sure to scroll back and...

049 | Part 1: Navigating Farm Family Transitions with Elaine Froese

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I am so honored to welcome Elaine Froese to Gather in Growth for today’s episode! Elaine has been recommended by countless listeners and community m...

048 | Live by Design, Not Default with Kate House

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join my new friend, Kate House, and I as we dig into alllllll of my favorite things! Between the power of habits, mindset, goals, and intentional livi...

047 | Is Your Comfort Zone Holding You Back?

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I’m challenging you with the question: Is Your Comfort Zone Holding You Back? When we have a dream on our heart, when we want ...

046 | Maintaining Focus and Passion While Bringing a Product to Life with Billie Asmus

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’m so excited about today’s conversation! I met Billie Asmus at a recent Women in Ag night where I was the keynote speaker. While there, Billie s...

045 | 6 Habits I'm Bringing Into Summer

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we kick off this summer season, I plan on being super intentional with my time; being present with my family, enjoying the small moments, and focus...

044 | Replacing Your Income and Finding Alignment with Kayla Zenner

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I am joined by Kayla Zenner as she shares her inspiring story of replacing her income and finding alignment. Kayla has become su...

043 | The Confusing Intersection Between Chasing and Content

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You all know how strongly I believe that you have the capability to bring any goal or dream to life. As I reflect on what I’ve learned over the past...

042 | Embracing Your Changing Roles On and Off the Farm with Annaliese Wegner

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I have the joy of chatting with my friend, Annaliese Wegner about embracing your changing roles on and off the farm. As women, s...

041 | How to Navigate Busy Seasons as a Farm Wife

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s officially planting season in our neck of the woods. I don’t know about you, but that means our family’s schedule gets turned upside down, ...

040 | Asking Questions and Finding Freedom with Lou Bluth

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I am joined by my friend, Lou Bluth! Throughout her lifetime, Lou has been on quite the journey from growing up in Texas to meet...

039 | Are Your Goals What You Actually Want?

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m going to dive into a topic that has come up NUMEROUS times lately for both myself and amongst many other women in my life....

038 | Using EFT Tapping to Get Out of Your Own Way with Theresa Lear Levine

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I am chatting with a new friend, Theresa Lear Levine! Throughout our conversation we talked about a tool called EFT tapping, unp...

037 | Coffee Chat with the ASCEND Retreat Coaches

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, join us for a bit of a behind-the-scenes as the ASCEND retreat coaches sit down over coffee (that’s already been drank) and ch...

036 | Reviving Rural Communities with Danna Larson

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode I have the honor of chatting with Danna Larson of the Rural Revival Podcast. When I very first discovered podcasts back in 2019, ...

035 | How I Quit My 9-5

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“How did you quit your 9-5?” I get asked that question all the time. I've been hesitant to share my answer because I don’t feel like my story is...

034 | Permission to Build a Life & Business That You Love with Jenny Roth

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have the honor of being joined by my sweet friend, Jenny Roth, to talk about having permission to build a life and business that you love. Bac...

033 | The Journey I Never Saw Coming

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I feel like an alternate title for this episode could be: “Here’s a Big Giant Life Update.” You, my sweet listener, have walked through this pas...

032 | Finding Alignment in Entrepreneurship & Motherhood with Sarah Elrod

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest on the show is my friend, Sarah Elrod. Sarah has always been an entrepreneur, but just recently (about six months ago!) joined the Mom...

031 | “Who Am I” to “Why Not Me”

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have big dreams on your heart but find yourself saying “what if I fail” or “is this even possible” or “who am I to do this”? Today ...

030 | Have the Audacity to Try Something Different with Katelyn Duban

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have the joy of talking with Katelyn Duban. Katelyn shares her story of going from typing in the Google search bar “what do farm wives do”...

029 | How to Support Your Unique Body with Dawn Marie

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I am joined by my new friend Dawn Marie! I actually had the joy of recording for her podcast last week and our conversation led ...

028 | Tips for Pursuing Big Dreams in a Small Town

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re digging into some things to keep in mind, and mindset shifts to make, as you pursue big goals in a small town. I recently asked my insta...

027 | 5 Strategies to Create Better Habits with Emily Shaw, Dairy Girl Fitness

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest, Emily Shaw, and I have been social media friends for a few years so bringing her on the podcast today felt extra fun and special! Our...

026 | 5 Hacks to Get Farther, Faster

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I see you. You have big dreams, goals, and intentions on your heart and you’re ready to make them happen NOW. Reflecting back on my year in 2022, I ...

025 | Tapping Into Your Strengths and Story with Natalie Kovarik & Tara Vander Dussen

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m joined by Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen of Elevate Ag. Last summer I attended Natalie’s Rural Rooted retreat and Tara was one o...

024 | Nothing Magically Changes on January 1st

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the new year, I want to encourage you and remind you that nothing magically changes on January 1st. In today’s episode, I walk you th...

023 | Gaining Clarity & Being Grounded in Your Why

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking about gaining clarity and being grounded in your why. A few weeks ago, I had the honor of being interviewed by Mindy Duff for th...

022 | The Power of Community

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a very special kind of episode planned for today. Last month, I had the incredible honor of hosting my first ever ASCEND retreat for rur...

021 | Feeling Better is Not the Same as Healing with Kristen Rogers

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I am bringing you a very impromptu episode today about how sometimes feeling better is not the same as healing. I’m currently in the middle of a hea...

020 | What’s the Best that Could Happen? with Hilary Richards

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have the honor of chatting with my friend, Hilary Richards. From the power of unconditional community, to trusting your intuition and never gi...

019 | Reframing What it Means to Enjoy the Holidays

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are officially in the thick of the holiday season, which is equal parts beautiful and stressful.  One question that comes up a lot, that I know ca...

018 | The Evolution of Entrepreneurship and Social Media with Molly Knuth

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I get to connect with my new friend, Molly Knuth, as we cover the evolution of entrepreneurship and social media. We talk about how in both our ...

017 | How to Talk When Kids Won't Listen with Julie King & Joanna Faber

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm so honored to be joined by Julie King and Joanna Faber who are the authors of two of my favorite books, How to Talk When Kids Won’t Listen...

016 | Growth Through Healing

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I share my candid thoughts on the intertwined connection between healing and growth. This conversation was sparked by a message ...

015 | What is Human Design? with Leah McCloud

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I had the honor of chatting with Leah McCloud as she answered the question: what is human design? You may or may not have been hearing about hum...

014 | How To Develop Your Personal Brand with Maddie Peschong

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, I had the joy of talking with Maddie Peschong about how to develop your personal brand. We dive into what exactly personal brand...

013 | How To Know When It's Time to Ask for Help

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past few months I’ve tuned in to the ways that I’m ready to better support my mental health. With such an investment in habits and person...

012 | Whose Expectations Are You Living Into? with Kylie Epperson

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today my dear friend Kylie Epperson and I ask ourselves the question: whose expectations are you living into? We dive into her story of pivoting from ...

011 | How to Maximize Drive Time as a Rural Mom

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t know about you, but our family lives in the middle of nowhere and spends A LOT of time in the car. Today I’m sharing some of my favorite w...

010 | Finding Your Balance Between Farm and Family with Mary Pat Sass

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode I had the joy of chatting with Mary Pat Sass about finding your balance between farm and family. Join us as we chat farm wife - t...

009 | YouDoYou82 Habit Challenge: Everything You Need to Know

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have the joy of telling you alllll about the thing that has truly fostered and nurtured the community we’ve built together online. It  has ...

008 | Overcoming Challenges as a Rural Business Owner with Aly Robins

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today Aly Robins and I talked all about overcoming challenges as a rural business owner. We explored what it looks like to chase big dreams in a small...

007 | How to Take Action on Your Dreams

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering how to take action on dreams? Today we’re doing something a little bit different. I’m going to be walking you through one of the...

006 | Defining "Enough" and Finding Joy in the Journey with Coach Kiah

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I had the absolute joy of sitting down with my dear friend Kiah as we chatted about defining enough and finding joy in the journey. In this epis...

005 | 5 Morning Habits for Success

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For most of my life, a morning routine was something that did not exist whatsoever. When I started my health journey back in 2019, I knew I had to get...