Behind the Chewbacca Mask Candace Payne Ep 184

11/06/17 • 42 min

Remember THAT viral video? You know, the one where the mom wears the Chewbacca mask? Her contagious laugh was heard all over the interwebs. Today my friend and vodcast host, Kay Wyma, and I are thrilled to chat with the one and only Chewbacca Mom, Candace Payne.

Listen in as Candace gives us a glimpse into more of her story. And talks about finding satisfying joy in all of life’s circumstances.

Happiness brings instant gratification based on things that happen to us... Joy’s that thing that satisfies and lasts beyond [circumstances].

What we chat about:

How joy informs who we are “behind the mask.”
Finding joy in the little things... like a Chewbacca mask in the clearance aisle of Kohl’s.
Overcoming adversity by choosing positivity.
The two types of joy and where we can find true satisfaction.
Changing a “never” list to an “always” list.
Choosing hope over fear, and thriving even when the worst-case happens.
What can happen when you stop living in anxiety.
Fighting comparison, the frenemy of joy.

Links Mentioned:

Listen in as Candace gives us a glimpse into more of her story. And talks about finding satisfying joy in all of life’s circumstances.

Happiness brings instant gratification based on things that happen to us... Joy’s that thing that satisfies and lasts beyond [circumstances].

What we chat about:

How joy informs who we are “behind the mask.”
Finding joy in the little things... like a Chewbacca mask in the clearance aisle of Kohl’s.
Overcoming adversity by choosing positivity.
The two types of joy and where we can find true satisfaction.
Changing a “never” list to an “always” list.
Choosing hope over fear, and thriving even when the worst-case happens.
What can happen when you stop living in anxiety.
Fighting comparison, the frenemy of joy.

Links Mentioned:

Previous Episode

How the Gospel Pulls Us Travis Thisl Tyler Ep 183

Born four days apart in 1977, Travis (aka “Thi’sl”) and I didn’t choose where or to whom we were born. But God did. And He placed us in very different homes and stories. Yet the gospel intersected both of our lives, pulled us forward and continues to pull us.

Granted, Travis’ transformation is a lil more interesting and dramatic than mine. But we both were sinners in need of a Savior. And around our 40th birthdays, our paths crossed with an invitation for a trip to Israel.

After hearing bits & pieces of Travis’ story while on our trip and then hearing him perform and share his testimony at a concert. . .I knew I had to share “Thi’sl” with y’all.

In this episode you’ll gain hope for any loved one or situation you think is “too far gone” for God to redeem. You’ll be reminded that God is in the business of rescuing and making things right. And that God fights for you (which ironically my pastor reminded us of yesterday). You can drop your weapons of control. You can surrender your way and follow God’s way. And believe God is for you and He CAN free you (spoiler alert: just like how He actually freed Travis from prison!!).

(Here’s a little pic with some of my fam and me visiting Thi’sl before his concert)

At the end of the interview Travis shares 3 questions he answers in his book, “Against All Odds”:

What is my identity. What am I living for? Am I too far gone for God to use me?

Here are his answers:

You’re not too far gone. God created you for a purpose. God made you in His image.

Boom.

Connect with Thi’sl:

Links Mentioned:

“Against All Odds” by Travis Tyler**
“Against All Odds : Life Application” by Travis Tyler
Flame–Clear Sight Music
HogMob
Sevin (click on this link and also hear him preach!)
“Tears” by Thi’sl & Ellie Holcomb (Ellie on GCM Podcast listen here)

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Don't Mom Alone GCM Live Event Kat Lee Wynter Pitts Ep 185

Jump into this special episode from the God Centered Mom “Live” event held November 3 to celebrate four years of the GCM podcast. Guests, Kat Lee & Wynter Pitts share about mentorship, friendship and dealing with fear and insecurity in motherhood.

What we chat about:

Kat Lee and Wynter Pitts’ motherhood stories
Dealing with insecurities in motherhood
The importance of having mentors and deep friends in the motherhood journey
Mentors don’t have to be older than you or available weekly. Find a way to make mentorship work for you.
Think of areas you are struggling with and look for someone who excels in that area to mentor you, no matter their age
Start or join a GCM podcast club as a way to connect with other women
You can be a mentor too! Look for younger moms who need encouragement.
We are never alone because God is with us, but it’s hard to remember that when life gets crazy. Kat and Wynter share what helps them remember God in the midst of life.
“Should is not a sustainable why.” Don’t just do things you SHOULD do if you don’t have a good reason for WHY.
Helping your kids develop healthy friendships and community
Not trying to over control your children’s lives and praying through how involved you should be in their friendships
Hope for dealing with irrational fears and grief
Giving yourself permission to be honest with God when you aren’t coping well and realizing that he is good despite your circumstances
Links for the above sponsors:
- Katie Orr–Focused15 studies (Ep 101)
- Light Em Up Gifts by Courtney DeFeo (Ep 50 & Ep 131)
- Write the Word Journals by Cultivate What Matters Shop (Ep 146)
- Revell and Baker Books
Thank you to Giveaway Sponsors:
- Birds & Bees (Ep 25 & 153)
- Star from Afar (Ep 142)
- Waterloo Style
- Anchor of Hope Box
- Thomas Lettering Company
- Rad Joy (surrender cross & prayer cards)
Music sung by Elena Pitts—“Even when it hurts” by Hillsong UNITED
“HelloMornings” Book* by Kat Lee
Start a GCM Podcast Club
Paul David Tripp’s devotional, New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional **
Barefoot Dreams Bamboo Lite Wrap** (aka “The Blardigan”)
She Is Yours: Trusting God As You Raise the Girl He Gave You ** by Wynter Pitts