My corporate job is going through some changes and as I am meeting with different departments I am seeing across the board how people are handling the change. Some are embracing the change while others are resisting it.

In today's episode I dive into how I've handled change in the past, how I think my parents handled a large change in our family's life, and how I am choosing to embrace change moving forward.

As in all seasons, change is a constant, what we do with it truly leads to the way our future turns out.

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I recently went up North to visit my sister on the farm she attends to and it was a much needed break to clear my head, find a change of pace, and fill my cup amidst a season of supporting our father through his cancer fight.

My journey was filled with driving the dog my sister rescued to her new home, watching her learn what her new normal was, experiencing an A's game, and watching the stars shine brightly at night.

In trying times we often tell ourselves over and over again that we are "fine." When in reality the external noise continues to weigh us down. Taking a moment, no matter how brief, to ourselves is essential in supporting those we need to. As the saying goes, "we must fill our own cups before we can fill the cups of others." Getting to spend a week away at the start of summer was just what my cup needed.

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We all go through transition periods in our life and I'm currently in a massive one for myself. On this week's episode I not only talk about the transitional phases I am in personally, but I share with you the transition this podcast is taking.

We are migrating from Sex and Money with Jess to Love Always, Jess.

It feels more aligned, so let's welcome in a new era and embrace the change!

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With the holidays just around the corner and the status of our economy, it is the perfect time to decide if what you did for holiday traditions are financially feasible this year.

In this episode I give you the permission to change things up this year and find new ways to do things.

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The United States of America is currently in its longest government shutdown in the history of the country. Currently there is no end in sight and millions of Americans are left feeling the pain and struggle of not receiving a paycheck or government benefits.

In this episode, we look at 3 steps to help make it through the hard times. As valid as it is to want to give up, it is as important as ever to find a way to keep pushing through.

I'm rooting for you and praying each day that this government figures out the mess and course corrects.

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If we already know the answer to what it is we are seeking, what is the point of closure and why do we feel a deep seeded desire to find it?

Closure is something we have all sought out in life, but looking back on it, did it provide the finality to whatever situation you were in? Did it create more confusion or continue the drive inside to keep pushing to obtain the outcome you ultimately wanted?

In this episode we discuss why we seek closure to begin with and how we can choose instead to walk away from it instead.

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In this episode I go a little off topic as I share a few life updates and some life lessons I've learned over the past few months since the last episode dropped.

I ask you to explore the meaningful relationships in your life and think about how tomorrow isn't planned. If you were to know that your last days were among you, what would you do differently? Would you stop waiting for a situation to be perfect and choose to go forward with it regardless?

Although this episode took a slightly sad turn, it leaves you with the reminder that life is not promised and we can choose today what the rest of it will look like.

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I can’t believe we’ve made it to episode 48—it honestly feels a little surreal. Whether you’ve listened to one episode or all of them, I want to start by saying thank you. Thank you for taking time out of your day to be here, to be open, and to explore these sometimes heavy, sometimes joyful, but always important topics with me.

For decades, I’ve been fascinated by the intersection of sex and money. They’re two of the most influential forces in our lives- impacting our relationships, our decisions, and even our politics. And yet, they’re still treated as taboo. My mission with this podcast has always been to pull these conversations out of the shadows and into the light.

In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the journey so far- the guests, the insights, and the personal growth that’s come from diving deep into these subjects. I also share why it’s so important for us to keep having these conversations at the dinner table, with our partners, and in our communities.

What we cover in this episode:

1. Why sex and money remain such powerful yet silenced forces in our lives.
2. The importance of having open, honest conversations with your partner about both sex and finances.
3. How cultural conditioning and social norms often suppress these topics—and why we need to challenge that.
4. My personal reflections on reaching episode 48 and what this milestone means to me.
5. A challenge for you: bring these conversations into your own life. Talk to your friends, your family, and your partner. You might be surprised at the impact you have.

I’m incredibly grateful for every single person who has tuned in—whether you’ve been here from the beginning or just stumbled across the show. This podcast is a labor of love, and knowing that it’s resonating with you means the world to me.

As we move forward, I’m excited to keep exploring sex and money, but also to expand into new topics. I hope you’ll stick around for the ride. And if you’ve enjoyed the show, it would mean so much if you left a review or shared an episode with someone who could benefit from these conversations.

Here’s to continuing to break taboos and build deeper, more honest connections. Thank you for being part of this journey, I can’t wait to see where we go next.

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