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Dear Daughters
by Susie Davis
Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast with author, encourager, and mentor, Susie Davis. This is the place for you to hear about the kinds of things that are practical and helpful in living a godly life. It's also a starting point for conversations to have with the people in your life you love or lead.
Episodes
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Learn Something New
What does it look like to be a lifelong learner? Recently, my daughter Sara and her five-month-old baby Annie, came to visit us. Annie was in the middle of hitting some development milestones and what a delight to behold. I I loved watching Annie's little eyes and ears take in all the new sights...
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Creativity as a Spiritual Practice
God is the Creator, inherently creative. And he made you in his image. So that means: you are creative. Learning to see yourself as creative is the first step in using creativity as a spiritual practice. Last week, we talked about the practice of creativity as a way to calm our anxiety and soothe...
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Creativity as an Antidote for Anxiety
In the beginning God created … God is the Creator. He is creative. He made us in his image. So our birthright is creativity. But sometimes we get in our own way and doubt the creative gifts God has given us. As well, we miss all the things God has for us because of the way he created our brains....
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Living Each Day as Your Last
How do you live each day like it's your last? How can we manage to live each day with delight and gratitude and a big ole thankful heart? And how do we express gratitude and love to those nearest and dearest in a 'last day' kind of way? I will let my friend, Liz, lead the way for us. Liz Benigno…
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White Light God Story
You've probably heard about people that have had a white light kind of pre-death experience. There are some books and even movies out there that recount those kind of experiences but I've never talked with anyone who had one, nor did I know before this interview that my friend, Liz Benigno, had…
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On Being a Fighter (like Martha Stewart)
I started The Dear Daughters Podcast way back in 2016 as a way to encourage younger women. Especially women in the midst of what I call: the 'decade of big decisions.' It's the time in life when you're finishing school, deciding on a career, getting married, starting a family. All these kinds of...
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Let's Keep Christmas | DD 214
If you know me, you know that one thing I love to collect are vintage copies of books I adore. Around this time each year, I find myself coming to the same worn book that's perched on the bookshelf in my office: Let's Keep Christmas by Peter and Catherine Marshall. In today's podcast, I sit down…
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3 End-Of-Year Questions To Ask Yourself | DD 213
I can't believe that 2023 is coming to a close already. Can you? Today on the podcast, Tori and I look back over this year and talk about the wonderful things that have happened this year, but also the not-so-wonderful things. I hope that you take time to sit down and ask yourself and your loved...
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How to Create Fun & Meaningful Christmas Traditions | DD 212
Creating whimsy over the holidays is one of my favorite things to do when we have the whole family at home. Today, Tori and I go through the ways that I've incorporated different traditions into my family's Christmas each year. Whether we're making a yummy milk punch, eating at the table, or...
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4 Questions to Ask at Your Table This Thanksgiving | DD 211
Happy Thanksgiving! I can't believe it's already here. This week on the podcast, I sit down with Tori and we talk about different questions that you can ask at your table this year— and we even do a few rapid-fire Thanksgiving questions! I so hope you like it as much as we did. Wishing you and...
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Having Hope During the Holidays | DD 210
How do you stay hopeful during the holiday season? In last week's episode, I had the chance to sit down with my sweet Dad, and talk about all things gratitude. This week on the podcast, I sat down with Tori, and in a similar vein to gratitude - we talk about having hope around the holidays and…
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3 Ways to Be Truly Grateful (with Papa) | DD 209
Do you ever wonder how to stay grateful and joyful? Today on the podcast I invited my dad, an expert in staying grateful in all things. We talked about the last 9 months of his life and all the changes he experienced after his prolonged illness. Our hope is that you listen in and get a few tips…
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The Importance of Unplugging | The Learning Series | DD 208
Our phones, TV's, tablets – and everything in between are such large parts of our lives – and for a good reason. We're able to connect with our loved ones, the world, listen to music, and so much more. We are back this week talking about all things NON-tech for The Learning Series and this week,...
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Communication for Connection | The Learning Series | DD 207
Communication opens the door for so many different things: vulnerability, discomfort, uncertainty — but it also offers the opportunity for true connection. The more vulnerable and willing you are – the more opportunities you will have to experience something awesome with the people around you.…
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On Creative Writing | The Learning Series | DD 206
We're mixing things up this month on The Dear Daughters Podcast with The Learning Series. I love learning and the thought of all things back to school has inspired this entire series— I'm a true believer that we can never stop learning. This week I have a dear daughter, Jaclyn Byrd, on the…
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The Texas Painted Churches | A History Lesson | DD 205
Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! We're mixing things up again with a new series as we enter August and, believe it or not, a new school year already. I love learning and the thought of school has inspired my next podcast series: The Learning Series! This week I have my husband, Will, on the...
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Creating a Welcoming Table | The Home Series | DD 204
It is a gift to be invited into someone else's house, to share a meal at their table. Inviting someone to your table says, "you are a part of this family." I hope you've enjoyed listening to The Home Series this summer. I think of it as a little guide to creating a lovely, cozy, beautiful home as...
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Creating a Home Workspace You Love | The Home Series | DD 203
"Homemaking is surely in reality the most important work in the world. What do ships, railways, miners, cars, government etc. exist for except that people may be fed, warmed, and safe in their own homes." – C.S. Lewis This week on the Dear Daughters podcast, as we move through our Home Series,...
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Creating a Garden Space at Home| The Home Series | DD 202
I love looking back on the homes I have been able to create over the years. They have inspired this summer season on the Dear Daughters Podcast: The Home Series. I'll guide you, room by room, in creating a lovely, cozy, beautiful home … a space for you and your people to grow together and love…
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Creating a Cozy Bedroom | The Home Series | DD 201
Welcome to the Home Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! God is the original homemaker. That's what a listener said to me in an email a few weeks ago, inspiring this series. God made a safe, beautiful home for Adam and Eve in the Garden, and He wants us to have a safe, beautiful home, too. So…
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On All Things Home | DD 200
Welcome to the 200th episode of the Dear Daughters Podcast! Can you believe it? The very first episode of the Dear Daughters podcast was recorded in 2016 in my home, in Sara's room. I wanted to be a spiritual mother to my daughters and the young women around them who were in and out of this home....
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Real Wealth | Bob Gerrie | DD 199
It's March! I am sooo glad it's here because last month was a hard month for our entire family. A little backstory: Shortly after Austin's February freeze, my dad came down with pneumonia and was hospitalized for two weeks. I am so grateful to report that he's home from the hospital and getting...
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Lilibet: Queen Elizabeth | Katy Rose | DD 198
We don't have to fear every trial and testing that comes our way … these things can be the making of a beautiful, steadfast spirit. Who inspires you to keep going when things get hard? Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. This week I invited my new friend Katy Rose...
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Finding, Keeping, and Loving Our Friends | Bailey Hurley | DD 197
One good friend changes everything. I have a treat for you, friend. It's a final episode from The Story Series and feel that it's the perfect time to share it with you. If you missed The Story Series (episodes 185 through 193) I hope that you will go back and listen here. It's all about stories...
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Discovering Your Roles in Life | DD 196
You are on a sacred journey with God. Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast in 2023! Thank you for starting your year with me. I wanted to spend the first few episodes celebrating the new year and offering some encouragement as you set resolutions and make plans and wonder what in the world are…
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Notes for Your New Year
Live quietly and work with your hands. 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Happy new year, friend! Here we are … 2023. And I'm so glad you're here with me. I am excited for the year to come and I wanted to spend the first few episodes of the Dear Daughter's Podcast celebrating the new year and offering some...
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Keeping Christmas | Henry Van Dyke | DD 194
It is a good thing to observe Christmas, but it is even better to keep Christmas … – Henry Van Dyke It's Christmas time. Lights, shopping, trees filled with tiny twinkling treasures. I hope you and yours are enjoying the season. To celebrate, I wanted to jump in with one of my favorite stories by...
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A Little Goes a Long Way | Rachael Adams | DD 193
We are inherently significant. – Rachael Adams I hope that you have enjoyed listening to the stories of incredible women the past several weeks as much as I have. If this is your first time jumping in, I'm so glad you're here now … welcome to The Story Series! Be sure to catch up on the other...
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Unwrapping the Names of Jesus (with Kids) | Asheritah Ciuciu | DD 192
He tends his flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young. Isaiah 40:11 Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. We're right in the middle of this series all about stories. Because I love...
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What To Do When You Feel Broken | Toni Collier | DD 191
Embrace your pain to discover hope and healing. – Toni Collier Toni had to grow up too fast. She went through a verbally abusive relationship with her father and then her first husband. She was saved and then hit rock bottom … and then she went searching for God again. She reconciled with her...
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Empty-Nest Art | Mary Gregory | DD 190
It's never too late to pursue what you love and start a new season of your story. Welcome to the Story Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. I love to ask deep questions and listen to people's stories because when you get to know someone's story, you can experience the…
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Creating Hygge at Home | Jamie Erickson | DD 189
There's something in all of us that craves the sanctuary of the Garden of Eden. Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! We are deep in the heart of The Story Series and I'm so glad you're here. Join me as I ask questions and listen to other women's stories right here on the podcast. It's one of my...
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When Your Dreams Come True | Jolie Helms | DD 188
Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! We are in the middle of The Story Series here and if you've been around the podcast for awhile, you know how much I love to ask questions and listen to other people's stories. Because you know what? Your story is one of the most unique and beautiful things...
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Finding Purpose Through Your Story | Emily Boone | DD 187
Your story will lead you to your purpose. That's why I love stories. I love to ask deep questions and hear other people's stories. Because that's when you encounter the awe of God. Welcome back to The Story Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! This week my daughter Emily Boone is on the Podcast!...
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School Shooting Survivor Story | Crystal Woodman Miller | DD 186
I love knowing people's stories. I love to ask questions and I love that when you dig deeper it leads to the awe of God. Welcome back to The Story Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! This week I'm inviting a new friend on the podcast, Crystal Woodman Miller. She lives in Colorado with her…
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How to Share Your God Story | Michelle Brigance | 185
Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast! It's time for a new season and I am so excited about this one. It's all about stories. I love stories. I love to ask questions, I love knowing people's stories, and I love that when you dig deeper it leads to the awe of God. I am just delighted to introduce...
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A Joyful Approach to Healthy Eating | Natalie Betzer | DD 184
We're wrapping up The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast this week! I hope these conversations have helped bring a little more joy to your everyday life. In this last episode, I'll be talking about JOY and taking good care of your body with Natalie Betzer, a functional nutritionist and...
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Joy in the Garden | Verónica Godoy | DD 183
We're still talking all things JOY on the Dear Daughters Podcast because I want to help you bring a little more joy to your everyday life. I am so excited this week because I love my garden and creeks and mountains and a big blue sky and we are talking about joy in nature! Verónica Godoy spent…
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Finding Joy in Hard Times | Meredith McDaniel | DD 182
We're still talking all things JOY on the Dear Daughters Podcast because I want to help you bring a little more joy to your everyday life. This week we're looking at joy a little differently because a lot is going on in the world … we're going to talk about the search for joy in the midst of hard...
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5 Ways to Have More Joy in Your Marriage | Will Davis Jr | DD 181
We're talking JOY on the Dear Daughters Podcast because I want to bring a little more joy to your everyday life. We've talked about joy at home, joy at the table, and now we're going to talk about joy in relationships. This week I have my husband, Will, next to me to start this next part of the...
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Creative Hospitality | Kristin Schell | DD 180
Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. I believe that gathering at the table over a simple meal is one of the best ways to love people and invite them to a closer relationship with God. So listen in and enjoy … right now we're talking about the secrets…
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Practicing Simple Hospitality | Jen Schmidt | DD 179
I believe that gathering at the table over a simple meal is one of the best ways to love people and invite them to a closer relationship with God. Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! Right now we're talking about how to find joy at the table and I've invited some of my table...
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The Heart of Hospitality | Amy Hannon | DD 178
Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So this podcast series is all about how to find joy, how to recover joy, how to keep joy…and now secrets to finding joy at the table. I believe that gathering at the table over a...
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10 Simple Steps to Host a Dinner Party and Talk About God | DD 177
Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So this podcast series is all about how to find joy, how to recover joy, how to keep joy…secrets to getting more joy in your everyday life. We just wrapped up the first few...
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How to Create a Home You Love | Kennesha Buycks | DD 176
The joy is in creating. Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! It's all about finding joy in the places and things and people closest to you because I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. This week we are wrapping up the first part of the JOY Series…
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3 Secrets to Estate Sale Shopping | DD 175
Estate sale shopping is an exercise in creativity. It's about connecting the dots of the stories behind the treasures you find. Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So we're going to talk about the secrets to…
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Creating a Peaceful, Organized Home | Jenny Aldridge | DD 174
Your physical space is a place for peace and joy because things in our physical space hold connection to relationships and emotions. Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So we're going to talk about the secrets to...
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Joy at Home with Whitney Walker | DD 173
What you surround yourself with every day has lasting power. Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So we're going to talk about how to find joy, how to recover joy, how to keep joy…the secrets to getting more joy in...
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Finding Joy at Home | DD 172
Welcome to The JOY Series on the Dear Daughters Podcast! I want you to have the joy in your life that you are seeking. So we're going to talk about how to find joy, how to recover joy, how to keep joy …the secrets to getting more joy in your everyday life. The first part of The JOY Series is…
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3 Healthy Ways to Deal with Suffering | DD 171
How do I sort through all the hard things that have accumulated in my life the past few years? Thanks for joining me in this mini-mester on the Dear Daughters Podcast these past few weeks as I tackle your deepest questions and biggest tangles. Let's wrap up our time with one more question I get…
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Welcome to the Dear Daughters Podcast with author, encourager, and mentor, Susie Davis. This is the place for you to hear about the kinds of things that are practical and helpful in living a godly life. It's also a starting point for conversations to have with the people in your life you love or lead.
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