Self-sufficiency is something not everyone can (or even should, necessarily) achieve in today's world, but even on a small scale it's something almost anyone can achieve. We sat down with Janice Acklin to explore her story as a mother, her legal career, and how she came to raise a largely self-sufficient household as a modern-day homesteader.  Watch or listen:   Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-Cwg  Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA  Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4  IG: @LeftAtTheDoor   Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

This week, we're joined by Bella Winn for an eye-opening discussion about life-changing trauma, finding faith organically, and the uncertainty of leaving high school to face the wide world ahead. Bella is a 17-year-old musician who frequently leads worship with Renaissance Decatur. To check out some of her covers and performances, visit her YouTube channel here. Watch or listen:  Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-Cwg Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4 IG: @LeftAtTheDoor  Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

On this core-four episode, we talk about how we start our mornings (or finish our evenings!) and what routines we rely on to make the most of each day. How do you start your days? Let us know! Watch or listen: Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-CwgPodcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfAFacebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4IG: @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

Anastasia Lindsey is a poet, spiritualist, and holistic healer in Decatur Illinois. After just an ordinary night of cleaning, Anastasia described an event that sparked a life-changing journey to understanding herself and the world her--and it's a story you can only find on Left At The Door.   To check out Anastasia's poetry and Decatur area services, check out her links: Website: http://anampoetry.com/Instagram: @anamariepoetry   Watch or listen: Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-CwgPodcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfAFacebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4IG: @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

For this Mother's Day episode, we sat down with Decatur's Jen Winn, a self-described lover of eclectics, as well as an author, mother, and wife whose story might be too colorful to fit into just one episode.    Just a year after earning her master's in counseling, Jen and her family were devastated by the loss of one of their twins to SIDS in 2011. Simultaneously grieving that loss while continuing to be a mother to her family, Jen authored a book on her recovery and spiritual journey--which meant leaving the idea of a "perfect life" at the door.   Watch or listen:  Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-Cwg Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4 IG: @LeftAtTheDoor  Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

We did not have enough time to fit in all the goodness of Tat....so here's part 2!   Central Illinois knows the man that goes solely by Tat. But for those that don't know Terrance Taylor this episode is a real treat. President & CEO of TAT Global Enterprises, Community Engagement Specialist, PEO, Essential Skills Facilitator, and  DJ....this is a human that is out changing the world and that is why Tat left ordinariness at the door. Showing up to community functions, supporting, consulting and connecting to ensure that his community is growing and thriving.    See what Tat is up to: https://www.facebook.com/tatglobalent https://www.facebook.com/officialtat  Here’s to the new year and the season 2 kickoff of Left at the Door podcast and Vlog! Watch or listen: Video Blog: https://youtu.be/67lYJGu-CwgPodcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfAFacebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4IG: @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

Corporate America. Suit and tie. Banking mogul. All a part of the daily grind that Dylan Hensley was used to until one day he realized that the life he was living was for everyone else but himself. After ten years in the banking world, he was gifted an unexpected opportunity to change gears. It was a blessing in disguise, and gave him the chance to completely shift perspective and explore what brings him joy. Dylan left "Expectations" at the door and began to navigate his own life purpose and beliefs that were beyond that of the mindset of those around him.    Need more Left at the Door? We thought so!  Connect and chat with us:  Video Blog: https://buff.ly/3nEvTh6 Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4 IG: @LeftAtTheDoor  Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

Cassie and Sara had the privilege of chatting with Chi-town’s favorite, Caira Button! This 26-year-old has gone viral making videos about tips, tricks, and organization for small space living. Her passion for minimalist, feminine, clean vibe has everyone following and subscribing. We had a behind the scenes peek into her life and major career move from Make-A-Wish Foundation in sunny Arizona to taking a leap of faith as she, her boyfriend and furry baby moved halfway across the country to downtown Chicago. Caira talks about leaving “stability” at the door- as she left behind her salaried job with great benefits for the great unknown of pursuing her dream job in her dream city. Follow Caira and her Chicago adventures: Email for Collabs: [email protected] IG: @cairabutton Venmo: Caira-Button Need more Left at the Door? We thought so! Connect and chat with us: Video Blog: https://buff.ly/3nEvTh6 Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4 IG: @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

Darby Lynn Poe a Certified Peer Support Specialist at Moultrie County Counseling and self-proclaimed perfectionist sat down to chat with Cassie and Jessie about her journey towards soul healing, self exploration,  and acceptance. As a chronic over-achiever, Darby talks about the quote, "Always do your best, but remember, your best will look differently everyday." As a reminder to listeners and viewers that it is ok to release the sense of disappointment and how it feels to have left being perfect, at the door. Want to connect with Darby? Website: https://www.darbylynnpoe.com/ Newsletter: https://darbylynnpoe.substack.com/p/join-my-community... Commaful Poetry: https://commaful.com/play/darbylynnpoe/?r=darbylynnpoe IG: @darbylynnpoe Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/darbylynnpoe Need more Left at the Door? We thought so! Connect and chat with us: Video Blog: https://buff.ly/3nEvTh6 Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4 IG: @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T

Left at the Door is celebrating the holiday of hearts and love in an uncommon way! What started as a celebration of Leslie Knope’s ladyfriends on the hit show Parks and Recreation is now a pseudo-holiday to celebrates the most common and yet most unremarked-upon of things: female friendship.   Whether you love love or just annoyed at the world's obsession with dating apps and hooking up, we turn the tables and chat about the value of loving your friends and how that can warm your heart immensely. We also talk about other ridiculous things like OF start up for Cassie's hair, and how to find your people.  Laugh with us!      Watch or listen:   Video Blog: https://buff.ly/3nEvTh6 Podcast: https://buff.ly/2KlnFfA Facebook: https://buff.ly/3vP4Sf4IG:  @LeftAtTheDoor Be Our Guest: https://buff.ly/3mvTy1T