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Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) will drop weekly episodes (Wednesdays) on topics you care about like how your marriage can survive your husband’s loud chewing, how you can laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, health crisis, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway. At the end of each episode, the ladies will point you to faith in Jesus Christ as the ultimate answer regardless of how weird life gets.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 23 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On this episode we will cover the topic of heritage.
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
We will talk about our own experiences with heritage after the passing of a parent. We’ll discuss whether or not heritage is meaningful or meaningless...cuz there are different strokes for different folks. Also, we will dive into why heritage is important...the tangible, natural and intangible things that make up who we are.
Spiritual encouragement comes from Isaiah 43:18-19 and Philippeans 3:13-14
Our call to action is to meditate on the above verses and really think about God as your father and Heaven as your ultimate home.
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. We love hearing from our listeners so please contact us with your feedback, suggestions and comments.
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 22 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we will cover the topic of phobias.
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
In this episode we will talk about how pleasantly surprised we were that people are consistently tuning into our little podcast.
You will hear all about our panic attacks. We will also share common and not so common phobias. Finally, we will talk about when to seek therapy for a phobia and how a famous comedian (not Tracy ha ha) developed a phobia and has dealt with it.
Spiritual encouragement comes from Isaiah 41:10.
Our call to action is to help us grow this podcast by subscribing, following and sharing it.
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. We love hearing from our listeners so please contact us with your feedback, suggestions and comments.
Mayo Clinic article about anxiety disorders.
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 21 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we will cover the topic of listening!
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
In this episode we will share the true power of listening and how it can prevent bad things like wars.
It might surprise you to learn that experts disagree about listening and ten ways to be a better conversationalist. We share some tips on how you can be the listener people in your life need right now.
Spiritual encouragement comes from James 1:19, Proverbs 17:27, and Proverbs 13:3.
Our call to action is to take one tip from today’s episode within the next 24 hours and then let us know how you did.
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow and a review. These things help us to be found by others. ;0)
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 20 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we will cover the topic of hospitality!
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
In this episode, we will define hospitality, what it is and what it isn’t. We will answer the question “Can you be hospitable without a perfect home?”
We will also share our personal experiences with hospitality including water bottles and airplanes, bowls of ice cream AND booger walls. ;0)
Spiritual encouragement comes from Titus 1:8 and 1Peter 4:8-9
Our call to action puts some of these tips into practice so that you’re as prepared as you can be to practice hospitality when the occasion arises.
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow and a review. These things help us to be found by others. ;0)
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 19 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we will cover that age old question of how to know when to say NO!
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
In this episode, we will define worry, what it is and what it isn’t. We will compare and contrast worry with concern, fear and anxiety and provide some remedies for how to avoid worry. We will do a review of two very valuable resources: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie and Letting Go of Worry by Dr. Linda Mintle.
Spiritual encouragement comes from Philippians 4:6-7.
Call to action for those of you who struggle with worry or any form of it is to purchase the two books below and consume them fully until you grow in the area of worry.
How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
Letting Go of Worry God’s Plan for Finding Peace and Contentment by Dr. Linda Mintle
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow and a review. These things help us to be found by others. ;0)
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 18 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we will cover that age old question of how to know when to say NO!
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
In this episode, we will share expert advice from the Mayo Clinic on how to reduce stress by saying no, how to be okay with saying no and how to have balance with your yes and no.
Spiritual encouragement comes from Matthew 5:37.
Call to action from Cathrine: Focus on what really matters before you give an answer of yes or no to a request. Tracy’s call to action: Practice saying no. Grab another human being and ask them to role play with you a scenario where they ask you for something and you practice saying NO.
Topic for our next episode is: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow. ;0)
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 17 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast. On today’s episode we are asking the question “Are we addicted to technology?” Of course, the answer is a resounding YES.
We will cover the pros and cons of technology*, staggering facts about tech usage, and how to have healthy boundaries when it comes to tech.
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
Spiritual encouragement comes from 1 Corinthians 6:12
Call to action: Think and pray about one area of technology where you might need to set up a better boundary and then take steps to improve in that area.
Topic for our next episode is: How to know when to say NO!
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow. ;0)
7 Ways to break technology addiction
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 16 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast on the topic of unusual jobs.
In this episode you’ll discover that there is something for everyone to do as a job. We will satisfy your curiosity about weird professions. We go over 24 weird jobs that no longer exist. You’ll also be encouraged to work for Jesus!
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
Spiritual encouragement comes from Colossians 3:23-24
Call to action: No matter what you’re doing as a job, no matter how challenging, think about it from the perspective of doing your best and working as if Jesus is your boss. This will bring peace and contentment.
Topic for our next episode is: Are we addicted to technology? (The answer is YES!)
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a like and be sure to subscribe/follow. ;0)
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 15 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast on the topic of junk food addiction.
In this episode we cover…
- Are you a food addict? Check out this 20 question quiz to find out.
- The scandalous science behind the American junk food industry and why people can't stop eating it!
- Tips/facts on how to overcome junk food addiction.
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh) and the financial partners of Tracy DeGraaf Ministries. Big shout out and thank you to all.
Spiritual encouragement comes from 1 Corinthians 10:31.
Call to ACTION: Take a step of accountability. Head knowledge is just that….it’s in your head. In order to really make progress in the area of junk food addiction, it’s going to require some outside accountability. Grab a friend or family member and hold one another accountable in this area. Set up some goals and check in with each other. We all need this.
Topic for our next episode is: Unusual Jobs: Knocker Uppers and such.
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. Definitely do us a solid and hit the subscribe/follow button. It helps.
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Hey Humor Consumers,
Welcome to Episode 14 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast on the topic of gratitude. The title of this episode is “The Attitude of Gratitude.”
In this episode we cover…
- How to go from depression to gratitude (cuz we did!)
- The science behind gratitude.
- How to cultivate gratitude in your life.
This episode is sponsored by our husbands (a.k.a. Muffin and Pooh).
Spiritual encouragement comes from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Topic for our next episode is: Resisting Fast Food (Cuz we both gained weight during Covid so now we have to get it off AGAIN!)
Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to our podcast. We would love to hear from you!
Virtual Hugs and Genuine LOVE,
Tracy and Cathrine
p.s. Definitely do us a solid and hit the subscribe/follow button. It helps.