In this episode of The Wisdom Work podcast, Christy and Christa delve into the theme of self-discovery and authentic living as we kick off the year 2026. They build on January's theme of manifesting the new year by posing thought-provoking questions about identity and personal growth: Are you who you truly want to be?

They discuss the challenges and rewards of stepping away from the scripts given to us by family, society, and culture, inspired by a poignant clip from Glennon Doyle. This episode emphasizes the importance of self-love and the courage required to shift away from outdated roles and expectations.

Christy and Christa give advice for taking small steps towards authentic living, with personal anecdotes underscoring the journey from feeling stuck to experiencing deep personal freedom.

This episode is filled with empathy, insight, and practical wisdom for anyone looking to align their personality with their soul's purpose.

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Time stamps:

0:00 - Introduction to Wisdom Work

0:40 - New Year, New Beginnings

1:03 - Exploring Identity and Authenticity

1:25 - Glennon Doyle's Insight on Life Scripts

3:07 - Personal Reflections on Changing Roles

5:33 - Steps Towards Authentic Living

9:23 - The Journey of Self-Discovery

14:45 - Embracing Vulnerability and Creativity

18:03 - Facing the Fear of Change

18:39 - Embracing Self Love

19:12 - The Power of Alignment

19:58 - Letting Go of External Validation

22:44 - Softening the Spice

23:40 - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

24:41 - Shadow Work and Self-Awareness

27:26 - Practical Steps for Self-Improvement

30:23 - The Journey of Self-Love

32:38 - Thank you for listening

In this episode of The Wisdom Work podcast, Christy and Christa dive deep into the powerful topic of manifestation. They shared the importance of aligning with what you truly want, the role of self-worth, and the significance of clearing out what no longer serves you.

Rather than focusing on rigid goal setting, resolutions, or pressure-driven productivity, this conversation invites listeners to explore manifestation as a lived practice rooted in self-awareness, emotional honesty, self-worth, and alignment. Christy and Christa weave in personal stories, client experiences, and wisdom teachings to offer a grounded, compassionate approach to calling in what you truly want while learning how to let go of what no longer serves you.

This is a conversation about doing the inner work, learning to say no without guilt, and recognizing expanders in your life. Learn how to allow play, joy, and ease to coexist with your personal growth. Christy and Christa reflect on how manifestation often requires clearing emotional blocks, challenging subconscious beliefs, and learning to trust yourself not forcing outcomes or bypassing discomfort.

At its core, this episode is a reminder that this work isn’t magic or wishful thinking. It’s the ongoing practice of aligning your energy, actions, and beliefs with the life you want to live while staying deeply present and grateful for the life you already have.

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Time stamps:

0:00 - Introduction to Wisdom Work

2:26 - The Essence of Manifestation

3:43 - Getting Specific with Your Desires

5:50 - Overcoming Blocks and Aligning Actions

6:02 - Christa's Perspective on Manifestation

7:31 - Identifying and Learning from Expanders

13:19 - Real-Life Examples and Inspirations

24:01 - Overcoming Self-Worth Barriers

26:11 - Balancing Contentment and Ambition

30:18 - The Importance of Playfulness

31:07 - Longevity and Lifestyle Insights

34:49 - Thank you for listening

In this episode of The Wisdom Work podcast, Christy and Christa dive deep into the complex terrain of adult friendships and relationships especially as we age and move through different life stages.

Now in their 40s, Christy and Christa reflect on how friendships evolve, why expectations can strain even the closest connections, and how embracing grace, gratitude, and authenticity can help us nurture relationships that truly align with where we are in life.

Christy and Christa share how friendships naturally shift as responsibilities grow from raising children to managing careers and family. They acknowledge the grief and nostalgia that can come with realizing some friendships don’t look like they used to.

The conversation centers on giving ourselves and others permission to evolve without guilt, and reminds us that evolving friendships aren’t failures, they’re natural parts of growth. By releasing expectations, embracing gratitude, and prioritizing emotional safety, we can sustain meaningful relationships even in life’s busiest, fullest seasons.

How you can reach us:

wisdomwork@gmail.com

Christy McCaffery’s LinkedIn

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Be The Good Media and Podcast

Christa Mantey’s Instagram

Christa Mantey’s LinkedIn

Christa Mantey’s Website

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro and welcome

0:29 - Introduction to Adult friendship

5:30 - Community and friendship

13:50 - Things to consider when discussing friendship

16:19 - Navigating adult friendship

18:57 - How to manage long distance friendships

30:27 - Understanding our personal lives and desires as adults

46:37 - Outro and episode Summary