At the core of each of us is a deep desire to be Needed and Known. The secret to being Needed and Known is needing and knowing others. I love personal and professional development, but all of that information is stagnant without real relationships. Needed and Known gets into the practical application of life’s lessons from people with first-hand, real-life experiences.
Podcast and Blog in One
“I’m not really a podcast person.” – Me, most of the time
While I do have a podcast app that I use, you don’t need one! You can use this site and listen to episodes straight from it. Don’t like to listen (or reading this with a sleeping baby in your arms)? Guess what? You can read the transcript to each episode on the same page. Click an episode below to get started!
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What does my anxious friend with cancer really need?
Anxiety and Cancer and Friendship Sometimes those of us with anxiety think we have cancer. And then sometimes we actually do. And sometimes it makes the anxiety worse.…
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What Happens When You Actually Have Anxiety And Cancer?
Anxiety and Cancer Sometimes those of us with anxiety think we have cancer. And then sometimes we actually do. And sometimes it makes the anxiety worse. Anxiety and…
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How to Make Friends as an Adult
Where is the step-by-step guide to make friends as a grown-up? You’ve moved to a new city and want to make friends. Maybe all of your friends are…
How to Help Your Family Go to Sleep More Calmly
Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Listen on iHeartRadio Listen on Amazon Music Listen on Overcast Written by podcast guest: Tammy Hawkins “If you…
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How to Turn a Dream into a Business
You’ve got a really great idea. And some self-doubt. And tons of fear. But it has the nerve to wake you up first thing every morning with new…
What is the value of knowing your values?
“Do you know your values?” It was the simplest question. I know my personality types on a handful of tests and personal exams, but VALUES? I was stumped. …
How to Be a Quality Friend with Heart Convos
This friendship kinda sucks. You know it. They know it. But what now? Does your relationship need more Snapchats or TikTok dances together? Perhaps a night out will…
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How to Build One Strong Relationship with Your Opposite
Opposites attract, but how do they work? For the longest time, my husband thought I was a Debbie Downer trying to ruin his dreams and I thought he…
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How to Approach Someone With One Arm
In this episode, Sarah will share the story of what happened to her arm.
How to Get Muddy with Multiple Sclerosis at 21
We all know that the struggle with an illness or disease can potentially suck the joy out of life. But not for Allison, Shane and Multiple Sclerosis. Hear how they fight the MS blues and how you can support your loved ones too.
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How to be a Generous Friend with Six-Figure Savings
What if we focused on our needs and generosity to get rich? Being “rich” is relative, but when paycheck-to-paycheck is how most people live. In this episode Zap shares practical ways to increase your savings (Hint: there is no MLM involved!).
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What happens when the perfect home burns down?
“Go home. Your house is on fire.” She stared at her grocery cart and son in disbelief at the words she heard. How is this possible? She was home just a few hours ago and everything was fine.
When I see a story on the news of a house fire, I wonder what happens next? What would I do if they were my friend or loved one? In this episode, you’ll meet Jamie. She will share everything about what happens when a home burns down from insurance phone calls to what your loved ones you actually need.
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4 Awesome Guest Traits of the Needed and Known Podcast
On the Needed and Known podcast I interview a variety of friends. Guests are selected based on their personal stories and willingly agree to be interviewed. I’m not a friend who begs others into discomfort. Many guests are generally positive because that’s who I surround myself with. But they also share openly share their struggles and challenges.
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Spotlight Posts
3 Things Better Friends Do Better Than Before
Better Friend Here’s what I’m not saying–I’m not THE BEST friend. I’m not THE WORST FRIEND. I’m simply a better…
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How to be a Generous Friend with Six-Figure Savings
What if we focused on our needs and generosity to get rich? Being “rich” is relative, but when paycheck-to-paycheck is how most people live. In this episode Zap shares practical ways to increase your savings (Hint: there is no MLM involved!).
Continue Reading How to be a Generous Friend with Six-Figure Savings
What happens when the perfect home burns down?
“Go home. Your house is on fire.” She stared at her grocery cart and son in disbelief at the words she heard. How is this possible? She was home just a few hours ago and everything was fine.
When I see a story on the news of a house fire, I wonder what happens next? What would I do if they were my friend or loved one? In this episode, you’ll meet Jamie. She will share everything about what happens when a home burns down from insurance phone calls to what your loved ones you actually need.
Continue Reading What happens when the perfect home burns down?