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A Heart That Beats for Home
Hey friend! I’m Nikki Smith—wife, mom of three, entrepreneur, and host of A Heart That Beats for Home. Over the years, God has used marriage, motherhood, business, and everyday life to stretch me, grow me, humble me, and draw me closer to Him. This space is a reflection of the journey I’m still on—growing, learning, and leaning into much-needed grace. I have a heart to keep investing intentionally in my marriage of 26 years with the man God has given me as a partner and best friend, to walk…
Episodes
- A Heart That Beats for Home
44. The Impact of Living a Grateful Life
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What role do you play in setting the emotional tone of your home? Join me, Nikki Smith, as I explore how…
- A Heart That Beats for Home
43. Nikki's Favorite Things - Holiday Edition
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever opened a gift box expecting something delightful, only to find a surprise that left you in…
- A Heart That Beats for Home
42. 10 Interior Design Tips to Elevate Your Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Transform your living space into a serene sanctuary and explore fundamental design principles that…
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41. Choosing Sobriety with Heather Shields
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join us as Heather courageously shares her story of overcoming alcohol's grip, especially the moment when…
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40. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Creating Margin, Finding Mentors, and Keeping Christ at the Center / Lessons 21-25
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Jump into the final week of 25 lessons learned over 25 years of marriage. Reflect on the transformative…
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39. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Insecurities, Laughter and the Power of Words / Lessons 16-20
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Stepping away from the familiar lure of sun-kissed beaches, my husband and I embraced the crisp allure of…
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38. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Avoiding Strings of Bad Days, Communicating Your Needs, and Knowing the Difference Between a Bad Habit and a Bad Heart/ Lessons 11-15
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. How do you keep the spark alive in a marriage that's spanned over two decades? Join Nikki Smith as she…
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37. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Speaking Life Over Your Marriage, Transforming Relationships, and Creating a Supportive Family Environment / Lessons 6-10
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Can the words you speak really transform your marriage? After 25 years with my husband, Jed, I can…
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36. 25 Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Marriage: Love, Intentionality, and Intimacy / Lessons 1-5
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if the key to a thriving marriage isn't just love, but intentionality? Join me, Nikki Smith, as I…
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35. Cultivating Routine and Efficiency in a Busy Household
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As we transition from the lazy days of summer to the structured routines of fall, how do we maintain…
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34. Embracing Change and New Beginnings - Let’s Talk Menopause, Empty Nesting, Launching Our Kiddos, and Keeping the Fire Alive in Marriage - Part 2 with KellieYurosek
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever felt like the end of hands-on parenting is as abrupt and jarring as losing a career? In…
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33. Family Rules and Open Communication with Kellie Yurosek - Part 1
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Managing a household of five kids while juggling the demands of a traveling spouse can be a beautiful…
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32. Reflections on College Life and Family Connections with Madison Smith - Part 2
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Sending your child off to college is an emotional rollercoaster, filled with moments of pride, anxiety…
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31. Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Sending a Child to College with Madison Smith
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever wondered how to navigate the emotional whirlwind of sending a child off to college? Today, I sit…
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30. Strategies for Flourishing in a Teen-Filled Home with Annique Dean
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Prepare yourselves for an enlightening journey into the world of parenting teens and young adults with…
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29. Fostering Connection in Your Family with Lisa Dooley
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Sitting down with Lisa Dooley was a gift, offering deep insights into the dynamics of parenting and…
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28. Balancing Family Life With Intentional Parenting with Alissa Lovett
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever wondered how to balance the chaos of family life with intentional parenting? Join me as I chat with…
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27. Creating Sacred Time and Space - Prioritizing Relationships Over Screen Time with Aro Co-Founder Joey Odom
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever found yourself missing out on life's precious moments because you were glued to your phone?…
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26. Sowing Seeds of Success in Young Minds with Erica McMullen
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Discover the art of igniting an entrepreneurial fire in our children with Erica McMullen, a seasoned…
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25. Navigating Children, Career, and Choices with Nyisha Chu
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. What if balancing a career, family, and personal growth wasn't just a juggling act but a transformative…
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24. Intentional Parenting and Connection with Lauren Bryant
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This episode of A Heart that Beats for Home promises to equip you with heartfelt strategies for nurturing…
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23. Ask the Therapist! - Mom Guilt, Shame and Effective Emotional Management Tips with Jody Striker
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join us as we embark on our summer series on parenting with Jody, a licensed therapist and dear friend…
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22. Discipline, Training, Coaching & Friendship in Parenting - Summer Series
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In our summer kickoff episode, we dive into the heart of parenting. We'll discuss the crucial role of…
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21. 4 Stages of Parenting - Summer Series Kick-Off
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As the sun lingers in the sky a little longer each day, I'm reminded of just how swiftly time with our…
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20. Navigating Love Languages in Parenting and Marriage
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. 20th EPISODE!!!!! Celebrate with us as we hit a podcast milestone that only the top 1% achieve—over 21…
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19. "What Can I Do To Help?" - The Question That Broke the Internet
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join me as we explore how asking the question, "What can I do to help?", can change the dynamics in your…
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18. Part 2 - Keeping Your Love On When Navigating Relationships With Missy Hydes
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join me and my friend, Missy Hydes, as we delve into week two of our conversation. In this episode we…
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17. Keeping Your Love On When Navigating Relationships With Missy Hydes
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Ever wondered what it's like to transform a house into a sanctuary of joy? My conversation with Missy…
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16. Nurturing and Prioritizing Marriage
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode we explore how to prioritize our marriage. I share how my husband and I strike a balance…
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15. Communication In Marriage
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In the realm of relationships, words are one of our most powerful tools, yet mastering their use is no…
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14. Managing Expectations In Marriage
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. On this episode I invite you in on a conversation where I reveal the power of expectations, the intricate…
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13. Navigating the Seasons of Motherhood with Carleeta Nelson
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As the seasons of life change, so do the dynamics of our family relationships. Carleeta Nelson joins us…
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12. Streamline Your Life Series/ Week 4: Health and Beauty - 3 Tips to Simplify
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Have you ever stood bewildered in the health and beauty aisle, bombarded by a sea of products, all…
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11. Streamline Your Life Series / Week 3: The Joy of a Decluttered Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As spring unfolds, I'm reminded of the serene joy that a decluttered home can bring. On this week's 'A…
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10. Streamline Your Life Series / Week 2: Organizing Your Photos and Memorabilia - Creating a Legacy of Cherished Memories with Sheri Meissner
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. LINK TO $20 COUPON - www.tinyurl.com/safephotostorage Embark on a journey with us to transform the…
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9. Streamline Your Life Series / Week 1: Reclaim Your Calendar: Does Our Family Calendar Reflect Our Values?
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Spring into organization with our Streamline Your Life series! This week I'll guide you through sprucing…
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8. Cultivating Seeds Of Faith In Your Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As a parent, the weight of shaping my children's spiritual journey often feels monumental. Yet, it's in…
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7. Dear Younger Me... Encouraging Reminders for Moms in the Trenches of Motherhood
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. As a mother, I've grappled with that gnawing sense of not quite measuring up, the mom guilt that seems to…
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6. Am I Good Medicine for My Family: Do I Pass the Joy Test?
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode we discusses how to be good medicine for our families by fostering joy in our own lives…
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5. 4 Questions That Can Help You Move Forward With Confidence
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode, we discusses the mental load of being a mom and how it can affect decision making. Nikki…
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4. Why is Momma Crying in the Kitchen - Evaluate to Elevate
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode, we explore the significance of hitting the reset button on New Year's resolutions and…
A Heart That Beats for Home3. Part 2 - Building Relationship With Your Teen & Young Adult Children
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. In this episode, we discuss the importance of building relationships with teens and young adults. We…
A Heart That Beats for Home2. Part 1 - Building Relationship With Your Teen & Young Adult Children
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. This week, we are embarking on an insightful journey as we delve into the intricate process of building…
A Heart That Beats for Home1. My Heart For Home
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Join me, Nikki Smith, in the inaugural episode of "A Heart That Beats for Home" as I take the mic to…
A Heart That Beats for HomeTrailer
We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Welcome to "A Heart That Beats for Home," where I, Nikki Smith, share the genuine joys and challenges of…