Doing Life Differently
by Katelyn James
Latest episode
Creating Through the Hard Seasons with Korie Herold
Creating Through the Hard Seasons with Korie Herold
About this podcast
Doing Life Differently is a podcast dedicated to those who want to break free from societal norms and embrace a life of intention and purpose. Hosted by Katelyn James (Educator and Wedding Photographer), this show explores how to live authentically in all aspects of life—business, family, faith, wellness, and beyond. Each episode delves into practical insights, personal stories, and inspiring interviews that empower you to create a life that aligns with your true values. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone seeking more meaning in your everyday routine, this podcast will inspire you to step away from the ordinary and truly do life differently.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 114 episodes
- Creating Through the Hard Seasons with Korie Herold · 1 h 9 min · Episode 88I've known Korie Herold since the early years of wedding photography, and I honestly thought I knew her story. I did not!! Korie's creativity has taken her from sewing backpacks…
- The Weekly Dwell: When Neediness Strengthens Community · 21 minThis episode is a little more personal and reflective as I share what the last few months have looked like behind the scenes. Between Michael’s surgery, ongoing health struggles…
- A Different Way to Educate Our Kids with Laura Sandefer · 47 min · Episode 87In this special episode of Doing Life Differently, I’m sitting down with my dear friend Laura Sandefer, co-founder of Acton Academy and co-author of "The Courage to Grow" > Get…
- The Weekly Dwell: Getting Literal With God · 8 minIn this week’s Dwell, I’m sharing a simple shift that changed the way I make decisions. After feeling stuck over an opportunity sitting in my inbox, I tried something new. I…
- What My Dad Modeled That I Never Want to Lose · 48 min · Episode 86In this special episode, I’m sitting down with my dad to talk about the losses that shaped his faith, the ministry of presence, and what it looks like to build a life marked by…
- The Weekly Dwell: The Simple Way I Journal When Life Feels Like Too Much (Part 2) · 8 minIn this episode I’m sharing a simple journaling practice that has helped me release the things that feel heavy in my life. I call it a “Cast Your Cares” list. It’s a way of…
- Protecting Your Kids’ Attention in a Screen Filled World · 35 min · Episode 85In this episode of Doing Life Differently, I’m talking with my longtime friend Emily Thomas about something we’re all feeling. It is getting harder and harder to protect our…
- The Weekly Dwell: Breadcrumbs of Faithfulness (Journaling Pt 1) · 11 minLooking back through years of journals has revealed something I didn’t expect: they’re filled with breadcrumbs of God’s faithfulness. Even in my most anxious or uncertain…
- Why My Generation Is Flocking To Substack · 16 min · Episode 84For the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m creating the way I did in the beginning of my business. In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to write my book on Substack…
- The Weekly Dwell: How I’m Approaching Work Differently in This Season · 11 minAfter years of building, scaling, and sustaining a successful business, I’ve realized something: what worked before doesn’t always fit the season you’re in now. If you’ve been…
- I’m Doing Something I Didn’t Realize I Was Ready For · 21 min · Episode 83In this episode, I’m sharing something that feels both surprising and deeply personal. After years of living through joy, trauma, loss, growth, business building, motherhood, and…
- The Weekly Dwell: When Fear Isn’t the Truth (Fear, Part 4) · 12 minThis episode wraps up our four-week series on fear. I’m sharing how fear often shows up underneath my reactions, especially in parenting. When I pause and name the fear, I’m able…
- Why I’m Convinced Your Story Matters · 36 min · Episode 82In this episode, I share a core belief that has shaped my life: stories change stories. Instead of focusing on how your story can impact others, I reflect on the people whose…
- The Weekly Dwell: When Worry Becomes What We Worship (Fear, Part 3) · 7 minThis week, we’re continuing our Fear series by talking about worry. I’m sharing what it looks like to accidentally worship my fears instead of trusting God with them. This…
- Why I Almost Got Fired From Coaching · 51 min · Episode 81In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and coach Julia Woods, someone who has deeply impacted my life and my marriage for over a decade. We talk about one of the biggest…
- The Weekly Dwell: Moving Away From The Empire Mindset (Fear, Part 2) · 15 minI've never considered there was another way to pursue business outside of fear and shame to motivate me. YEP, I said it. In this episode, I’m talking about the empire mindset and…
- The Airway Conversation Every Parent Needs To Hear · 41 min · Episode 80In this episode, I’m sharing a parenting wake up call I didn’t see coming. I started noticing mouth breathing, teeth grinding, big emotional dysregulation, and signs that one of…
- The Weekly Dwell: Letting Fear Move You (Part 1) · 12 minThis week, I’m starting a new series on fear and how it shows up in our everyday lives. I’m sharing how I’m learning to recognize fear and understand what it’s trying to do in…
- How Does Acton Academy Do Middle School Differently? · 31 min · Episode 79Middle school doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, invisible, or soul-crushing. In this episode, I’m sitting down with two of our oldest learners from Acton Academy West End to…
- The Weekly Dwell: The Ministry of Presence · 7 minA recent conversation with my dad and memories from some of the hardest moments of my life reminded me that loving people doesn’t always require the right words or a perfect…
