How She Hopes - Faith Filled Motivation for Christian Women for the Hard Seasons of Life

Let Me Introduce Myself / INTRO

Have you been crying out to God, asking him to give you direction and yet you hear and see nothing in response?
Maybe your just tired..Worn out…and feeling isolated and lonely because no one you know seems to get it.
Are you Wondering when, where and how you got off track with God?
Maybe you are ready to serve the Kingdom of God, but have no idea what that looks like?
My friend, I get it…You just want a little clarity and direction in life. You want peace in the midst of the messy. You want reassurance that every thing is going to get better.
You want answers that bring peace, change and joy. 
Hello friend, Welcome to the How She Hopes Show, I’m Courtney Dumlao. Wife and mom of many. I love snacks and a fun drink. After Jesus, my family is my world. When I’m not working, I love to hang out with my family and friends, eat good food and enjoy our island life. 
January 1, 2019 I declared I would write a book by the end of the year. By December of 2019 I had a complete outline. It took all of 2020 to finalize and in April of 2021 I self published my first book. 
As a high school drop out and teen mom, I worked hard to create the life I have today. There were no hand outs on my journey. Whether I was a stay at home mom, working mom or full time student and entrepreneur, I refused to be a statistic. I gave up comfort in order to graduate high school, start a business, attend college, and raise my family.
Have you refused to accept the road in front of you and forge your own path? Have you fought to break the mold and do the thing that no one else in your circle is doing? Have you said, nope, not that, it stops with me?
I have been there. I have experienced the hard seasons of loss, fear, desperation, loneliness and unhappiness that caused me to want to give up many times over.
I was desperate to prove I was worthy of love, respect and joy.
And then, I burned out…and had no other option but to process the trauma I had endured from various life experiences. I began to explore if, when and where I got off track with God and where when and how to I get back on track. 
It was then, I began to recover from betrayal and loss and process the challenges and mistakes in my relationships and life choices. I began to recover. I began to heal.
In this podcast you will find transparent and authentic conversations about navigating a life of faith while overcoming the shame, pain and regret of the past. 
You will be motivated to take risks that build your faith and trust in God.
You will be encouraged by the dynamic testimonies of guest speakers who have overcome their own hard seasons and now live to share the good news.  
In the middle of my hard seasons, I struggled to keep my hope in Jesus. But, by the grace of God… I did.
This my friend is how others began to witness HOW SHE HOPES. 
She is you..She is me…She is the friend who refuses to give up without a fight for the life God has created her for.
Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. 
My mission is to motivate you as you journey through your seasons.  
There is a season for every activity under the sun. 
Will you join me this season as we embrace this moment and explore this new season with curiosity and believe for a brighter tomorrow?
I would love to hold your hand in support and motivate you as you navigate your current season. 
Welcome friend… I’m so glad you are here. You are invited to sit at the table that God has prepared for you. The snacks are plenty and the drinks are refreshing. Sit down and relax…God’s Got it. 

02 Hope For Today - Parenting During the Hard Times with Guest Jen Kjellesvik

Do you have a child experiencing a tough season and it is challenging you as a mother? Finding hope is tough, but not impossible. 
 
There is hope for today!
 
Get ready as my soul sister Jen shares her inspiring story of overcoming the darkest of times parenting her two children. One through the tragic loss of a friend, the other through a tough custody battle that built up a warrior's heart. 
 
Lean in to the beauty of her story as we laugh, cry and plan for a brighter tomorrow..together.
 
As promised here are some links to get you inspired to lead your child or children into a brighter future
https://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/spend-time-outside-to-improve-adhd-symptoms/
https://youth.gov/youth-topics/youth-suicide-prevention
https://www.todaysparent.com/family/family-life/how-to-play-with-your-kid/
Connect with us here:
Email --> info@howshehopes.com
Website --> www.howshehopes.com
Instagram:
--> Courtney @howshehopes 
--> Jen @rvrlif 
 
Thank you for being here friend 

03 Worry and Wisdom: Words of Encouragement For Those who Worry about Their Choices

Are you worried about the results of past choices? 
 
Are you at peace with the life you have created for yourself?
 
What if you could let it all go and find hope for tomorrow and peace for today?
 
In this episode you will hear the words of wisdom that bring comfort to a weary heart. 
 
You will learn about the growth the comes with not comparing yourself to those around you.
 
And, best of all, you will be prayed for in your current season.
Faith Filled Motivation for the Hard Seasons of Life
 
Faith filled motivation for Christian women who are silently struggling with faith. 
 
Do you struggle with guilt and shame as a Christian woman?
Are you tired and stressed out but desperately trying to remain connected to God? Are you in a time in life feeling alone, doubtful and worried? 
 
Do you wish you could understand the purpose for the pain; or wonder where is God in these tough times?
 
Do you wish you could be honest with your pain but feel you have no one who understands you? Or worried that you will be judged for your "lack of faith" as you navigate this season of challenges? 
 
Are you looking for someone to connect to that ”gets it” but won’t allow you to stay in your suffering? Are you ready to live a life of peace, clarity and purpose? 
 
If that's you.. and you are ready to shake off the burdens of today and embrace the joy of tomorrow - you’re in the right place friend!
 
Hi!  I’m Courtney, wife, mom & entrepreneur.  I too have been through seasons of loss, doubt, heartache and everything in between. When sharing my own testimony, I have been asked, how do you find hope when faced with really hard times?
 
My answer is always in the Lord.  My favorite scripture is found in Isaiah 40:31 ”But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” 
 
This reminder of where to focus when I lack hope is where my strength comes from.
 
That is HOW SHE HOPES! 
 
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your tissues and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here ttps://a.co/d/4dHpVRf
 
If you want Courtney to speak at your next gathering email info@howshehopes.com
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my website at https://howshehopes.com/

04 Time to Shut Up: How To Hear God Speak and When To Speak Up

Faith Filled Motivation for the Hard Seasons of Life
 
Do you want to hear from God? 
Do you doubt what you think you hear from God?
Are you looking for signs, clues and bright signs to direct you to the right place?
Do you tell yourself and others "I'm so stupid"
You have found faith filled motivation for Christian women who are silently struggling with the faith in the hard seasons of life. 
 
You struggle with guilt and shame as a Christian woman experiencing a lack of faith during a particularly hard time in life.
 
Are you tired and stressed out but desperately trying to remain connected to God? Are you in a time in life feeling alone, doubtful and worried...and ready to be done with it?
 
Do you wish you could understand the purpose for the pain; or wonder where is God in these tough times?
 
Do you wish you could be honest with your pain but feel you have no one who understands you? Or worried that you will be judged for your "lack of faith" as you navigate this season of challenges? 
 
Are you looking for someone to connect to that ”gets it” but won’t allow you to stay in your suffering? Are you ready to live a life of peace, clarity and purpose? 
 
If that's you.. and you are ready to shake off the burdens of today and embrace the joy of tomorrow - you’re in the right place friend!
 
Hi!  I’m Courtney, wife, mom, & entrepreneur.  I too have been through seasons of loss, doubt, heartache and everything in between. When sharing my own testimony, I have been asked, how do you find hope when faced with really hard times?
 
My answer is always in the Lord.  My favorite scripture is found in Isaiah 40:31 ”But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” 
 
This reminder of where to focus when I lack hope is where my strength comes from.
 
That is HOW SHE HOPES! 
 
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here  https://amzn.to/3nqdiKv

05 The HOPE You NEED NOW

I need hope! Today!
 
Is this you? 
 
I hear you! More importantly...God hears you!
 
Check out today's episode...The HOPE you NEED Now
 
Receive the message of HOPE you have been looking for.
 
This message of HUMILITY, OWNERSHIP, PERSEVERANCE, ENGAGEMENT will light you up.
 
You will be ready to continue your day.
 
You will be ready to face the tough situations ahead.
 
You will be able to encourage your loved ones as they struggle with her own hard season. 
 
Receive faith filled motivation for the hard seasons of life today.
 
Experience faith filled motivation for Christian women who are silently struggling with the faith in the hard seasons of life. 
 
Do you struggle with guilt and shame as a Christian woman experiencing a lack of faith during a particularly hard time in life? 
 
Are you tired and stressed out but desperately trying to remain connected to God? Are you in a time in life feeling alone, doubtful and worried? 
 
Do you wish you could understand the purpose for the pain; or wonder where is God in these tough times?
 
Do you wish you could be honest with your pain but feel you have no one who understands you? Or worried that you will be judged for your "lack of faith" as you navigate this season of challenges? 
 
Are you looking for someone to connect to that ”gets it” but won’t allow you to stay in your suffering? Are you ready to live a life of peace, clarity and purpose? 
 
If that's you.. and you are ready to shake off the burdens of today and embrace the joy of tomorrow - you’re in the right place friend!
 
Hi!  I’m Courtney, wife, mom, & entrepreneur.  I too have been through seasons of loss, doubt, heartache and everything in between. When sharing my own testimony, I have been asked, how do you find hope when faced with really hard times?
 
My answer is always in the Lord.  My favorite scripture is found in Isaiah 40:31 ”But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” 
 
This reminder of where to focus when I lack hope is where my strength comes from.
 
That is HOW SHE HOPES! 
 
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
Book Courtney to speak at your next women's meeting by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here  https://amzn.to/3nqdiKv
 

06 FINDING FAITH - THE 4 PHASES OF FAITH YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT

In this episode you will learn about
the phases of faith
identify which phase you are in
create an action plan for your current phas
Check out today's episode...The HOPE you NEED Now
 
Receive the message of HOPE you have been looking for.
 
This message of Miracles, Overwhelm, Rest and Exhilaration  will light you up!
 
You will be ready to continue your day with peace and look forward to tomorrow.
 
You will be ready to face the tough situations ahead with wisdom and grace.
 
You will be able to encourage your loved ones as they struggle with her own hard season. 
 
Get ready to receive faith filled motivation for the hard seasons of life, today.
 
Experience faith filled motivation for Christian women who are silently struggling with the faith in the hard seasons of life. 
 
Do you struggle with guilt and shame as a Christian woman experiencing a lack of faith during a particularly hard time in life? 
 
Are you tired and overwhelmed but desperately trying to remain connected to God? Are you in a time in life feeling alone, doubtful and worried? 
 
Do you wish you could understand the purpose for the pain; or wonder where is God in these tough times?
 
Do you wish you could be honest with your faith but feel you have no one who understands you? Or worried that you will be judged for your "lack of faith" as you navigate this season of challenges? 
 
Are you looking for someone to connect to that ”gets it” but won’t allow you to stay in your suffering? Are you ready to live a life of peace, clarity and purpose? 
 
If that's you.. and you are ready to shake off the burdens of today and embrace the joy of tomorrow - you’re in the right place friend!
 
Hi!  I’m Courtney, wife, mom, & entrepreneur.  I too have been through seasons of loss, doubt, heartache and everything in between. When sharing my own testimony, I have been asked, how do you find hope when faced with really hard times?
 
My answer is always in the Lord.  My favorite scripture is found in Isaiah 40:31 ”But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” 
 
This reminder of where to focus when I lack hope is where my strength comes from.
 
That is HOW SHE HOPES! 
 
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
 
Book Courtney to speak at your next women's meeting by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here https://a.co/d/7Caz0PF
 

08 ROLLING STONES: BOUNDARIES, MENTAL BLOCK &, WISDOM FOR TODAY

08 ROLLING STONES: BOUNDARIES, MENTAL BLOCKS & WISDOM FOR TODAY
In this episode we unpack Chapter 8 of How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life.
You get to hear about what was going on behind the scenes as I wrote this chapter as well as prophetic, inspirations & declarations that will encourage you today.
Get prayed over for wisdom, boundaries and mental blocks that prevent you from prospering the way God intended you to.
Grow in faith today
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
 
Book Courtney to speak at your next women's meeting by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here  https://amzn.to/3nqdiKv
 
 

09 Balancing Business Success and Family Harmony: Unveiling the Secrets to Achieving Work-Life Balance God’s Way

UNLOCK the Work-Life Balance Code: Unveiling the Secrets to Thriving in Business while Nurturing Family Harmony God's Way
In this podcast we will discuss the top three keys to unlock a work life balance
Prioritize and Set Boundaries
Delegate and Outsource
Effective time Management
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose.
Just like you.
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
Book Courtney to motivate and encourage your group by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here https://a.co/d/a3Jjnhn 
 

10 Embracing Genuine Righteousness: Unveiling the Power of God’s Love and Discerning Self Righteousness

A time to love and a time to hate - Ecclesiastes 3:8
In this episode lean into embracing genuine righteousness and receive peace from the guild of self righteousnes.
This is where unveiling the power of God’s Love and discerning self righteousness will release you from years of being bound, silent and stagnant in your walk of faith.
My friend, get ready as we all love and hate something at some point in our lives. But there is actually a time to hate that which is evil...but don't get caught up in that...because its just a distraction!
No, lets love the righteousness of God and keep going!
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
 
Book Courtney to speak at your next women's meeting by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here 
https://a.co/d/b3obru5
 
 
 

11 The Restful Hustle: Unlocking Productivity Secrets Through Strategic Rest

Searching for faithful work-life balance?
Want a more productive prayer life?
Looking for the biblical perspective on rest?
In today's episode we talk about Godly productivity tips, faith and productivity and faith based time management.
If you are looking for podcasts about Christian living you have come to the right place!
Get faith filled motivation for today.
The hard seasons of life ebb and flow...stay tuned for inspiration on your journey of spiritual rest. 
Hi!  I’m Courtney, wife, mom, & entrepreneur.  I too have been through seasons of loss, doubt, heartache and everything in between. When sharing my own testimony, I have been asked, how do you find hope when faced with really hard times?
 
My answer is always in the Lord.  My favorite scripture is found in Isaiah 40:31 ”But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” 
 
This reminder of where to focus when I lack hope is where my strength comes from.
 
That is HOW SHE HOPES! 
 
In this podcast, you will find biblical faith filled motivation for the toughest of days. You can lean in and on the word at all times. I share tips on how to lead even at your weakest and how to embrace the suck today and live a life of joy tomorrow...
 
Get ready to lean into what God says about you, your circumstances and your future. Listen to others as they share their powerful testimonies with guest speakers who share how God turned their pain into their purpose. Just like you.
 
You’re invited to sit at the table just as you are. Nothing fancy here. Get your snack and come. Sit. Pour a drink...relax. 
God’s got it.
 
Receive even more encouragement here on my blog at www.howshehopes.com
 
Book Courtney to speak at your next women's meeting by emailing her at info@howshehopes.com 
 
Pick up your copy of my first book: How She Hopes: Discovering Light in the Dark Seasons of Your Life here  https://a.co/d/b3obru5