The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer

Behind the Brand with Mallory Martin, Founder & CEO of Mended

Mallory Martin, Founder and CEO of Mended, a social impact brand that economically empowers survivors of modern-day slavery, joins us this week to share the story behind the brand. 
From corporate work in sports marketing to her role with International Justice Missions to starting her own brand, you’ll be inspired to hear how each door opened up the door to the next. As the story of Mended unfolds, Mallory shares simple truths and entrepreneurial lessons learned along the way, the essential skills worth having, the importance of building a life around curiosity, her business litmus test, and how she finds joy in creating an impact in both motherhood and her work. 
Whether you’re a globally conscious consumer, enjoy a good story, have an entrepreneurial spirit, or love supporting those who do, you’ll enjoy this truth-filled conversation. 
- Episode Highlights -
The story of Mended (1:45)
Becoming self aware and understanding your strengths (14:30)
Helpful skills to have (15:18)
Entrepreneur Tip: What do you wish you’d known sooner? (19:20)
An honest truth about entrepreneurship (20:50)
Creating a litmus test for your pursuits (28:11)
Failing forward - how to live like you’re "bowling with bumpers" (33:09)
Having both/and (work + home) (34:29)
Defining Success: Guest Perspective (38:45)
Truths & Takeaways (42:40)
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Mended - https://mended.co/
Follow Mended on Instagram @mended_co
 

How To Find Freedom and Favor In Our Expectations

In this episode, we’re talking about our relationship with expectations, the paradox behind them, and how we can find both freedom and favor in them. Whether it’s self-imposed expectations you might struggle with, the unspoken expectations, the big dreams you’re working towards, or your expectations of others, there’s something for you in this week’s episode.  
 
-EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS- 
Questions to ask yourself (0:45)
The toxic cocktail (1:41)
The paradox of expectations (3:29)
What we ALL do (4:57)
What is productivity (11:21)
Truths and Takeaways (13:50)
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Mentioned in this episode:
Books:
Boy Mom by Monica Swanson
Let it Be Easy by Susie Moore 
Episodes: 
Expectations, Pressure to Perform, and a New Perspective w/ Ruth Chou Simons
 

Reimagining Motherhood w/ A Modern Mom Muse - Mary McConville

We’re having a momversation this week with modern mom muse, Mary McConville.  She’s sharing her story of creating a community of support through her illustrations on her @growupbrite Instagram page one mom moment at a time. We’re talking about reimagining motherhood right where you are and the need to clean out the closest of motherhood beliefs and expectations that are no longer serving you.  
Episode Highlights
How it all started (1:30)
A turning point in her work (4:20)
Creating a community of support (7:47) 
Reimagining motherhood where you are (11:35) 
The goal in parenting (13:16)
When you feel like things are messy and “unproductive” (17:20) 
Cleaning out your closest of motherhood beliefs (19:25) 
Leaning into the pockets of motherhood (20:00) 
Lessons learned (21:41) 
We all forget lunch (24:47) 
The people we can choose to “be” (28:06)
What is success - guest perspective? (31:16) 
Truths and Takeaways (35:56)
 
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Website: growupbrite.com
Instagram: @growupbrite
 

Ruth Chou Simons - Expectations, Pressure to Perform, and A New Perspective

Ruth Chou Simons, bestselling and award-winning author, artist, entrepreneur, speaker and owner of GraceLaced.com joins us in this week’s episode. She shares more on her story of finding freedom from striving and how we, too, can be free from the burden of performing and bettering ourselves to be “good enough”.  Through conversations about her latest book, she invites us to experience the upcoming holiday season with greater meaning and new perspective. 
Episode Highlights
What the internet causes us to think (4:28)
How we’re wired to view self worth (7:48)
What we underestimate and the journey we’re actually called to (8:46)
The pressure to perform (9:10)
The root of our unhappiness (14:27)
A tip from Ruth on raising kids and staying grounded today (24:05)
What success looks like (29:22)
Truths and Takeaways (36:09)
 
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
https://ruthchousimons.com/
Books: 
Emmanuel www.emmanuelbook.com
When Strivings Cease https://ruthchousimons.com/whenstrivingscease/
Follow Ruth Chou Simons @:
https://www.facebook.com/gracelaced
https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/
https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced/

How to Become the Biggest Fan of Those You Love and Lead w/ Jason Patterson

If he could only have one conversation with someone, he knew what it would be (and so he wrote a book about it) and we’re talking all about that in this episode. James Patterson, author of From Your Biggest Fan: Discovering the Potential of Those We Love and Lead, joins us to share more on his latest book. Whether those you “lead and love” include friends, neighbors, staff, co-workers, classmates, a spouse, or kids, he’s unpacking simple habits for you to help others around you discover their true worth and fullest potential.
In this episode, Jason talks about the challenges we face with our own insecurities and shares insights on why and how to overcome them.  He speaks to his own story of choosing voices wisely and how we, too, can take practical steps to do the same.  You’ll hear his take on what to do if you want to leave a life-long impact and learn the three things that help you become a better leader (and the biggest fan) to those you love and lead. 
 
Mentioned in this episode: 
Book: From Your Biggest Fan: Discovering the Potential of Those We Love and Lead
Website: https://biggestfanleaders.com/
Follow Jason on IG @jasonmpatterson

What to Do When Anxiety and Fear are Holding You Back w/ Bessie Ann Christenson

In today’s episode, we’re talking all about anxiety with licensed professional counselor, Bessie Ann Christenson. She shares the paradoxical truths about anxiety, the #1 question you can ask yourself when anxious thoughts begin to creep in, and how to re-engage when you feel disconnected at work and home.  You'll hear her tips on what to avoid and not avoid when fear and anxiety set in and practical steps to move past the anxious thoughts that are holding you back from making decisions, moving forward, and taking healthy risks. 
You’ll be encouraged by her words and practical tips, knowing you’re not alone and can have simple tools at your fingertips. 
Mentioned in this episode: 
Rehope Counseling - www.rehopecounseling.com
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Looking for interactive reflections, inspiration, and truths that will help you go get the clarity you need to take that next step? You can now grab a free copy of the Getting Unstuck e-book for free at https://annicafischer.com/e-book
 

Creating The Path for Joy-Filled Living

Kicking off a new season and ready to share some great conversations with some amazing guests! In this episode...
What beat have you been marching to? Is it the one driven by busyness or anxiousness? Perhaps it's one that has led you to feeling stuck or stressed? Whether you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a breathe of fresh air to lead you towards greater contentment and joy filled anticipation of what is to come, we're kicking off this season talking all about it.  
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Book: Rhythms of Renewal by Rebekah Lyons
Podcast Episode: Holding Space and Living Open Handed with Stefanie Boyce
Place: The Oaks Center 
 

Summer Sign Off: Welcoming the In-Between

It's a wrap! Signing off for the summer, but not without this episode first!
Listen in on this short and sweet episode as we chat more about:
Letting go of things we've held onto, allowing things to change, knowing they can still be wonderful. 
Choosing to not be afraid of what silence, quiet seasons, the waiting, and the in-betweens can hold. 
The “okay” to step away from beautiful things for a bit, to live a little less undistracted, and trust goodness will meet us on the other side of it (and find us along the way). 
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If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything in between...To uncomplicate the learning experience, keep us all growing, inspired, leading more fulfilling lives, and doing more meaningful work! You can find me on Instagram - @annicafischer or at www.annicafischer.com. 
 
 
 
 

Holding Space and Living Open Handed w/ Stefanie Boyce

Stefanie Boyce, Director at The Oaks, joins us on the podcast this week to encourage us and talk through holding space for ourselves and others.  We’re talking about: 
Where transformation happens
The importance of slowing down and cultivating good soil in our lives
What we need to let go of that’s holding us back 
What some of the best leaders do 
How we can both grieve the “known” in our lives and live expectantly in joy of the adventure ahead
About Stefanie: Stefanie Boyce is The Oaks Director and creator of the Oaks Flagship Retreat signature framework. Blending her creative passions and training in psychology, yoga, and spiritual direction, Stefanie loves holding space for others to rest, recalibrate, and refocus as they build a rhythm of retreat. Stefanie lives outside of San Diego, CA with her family.
You can find Stefanie on IG @stefanieboyce5 and check out the Oaks @oakscenter or theoakscenter.com
Mentioned in the episode: 10% off the program fee for any flagship retreat - TTP22
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If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything in between...To uncomplicate the learning experience, keep us all growing, inspired, leading more fulfilling lives, and doing more meaningful work! You can find me on instagram - IG@annicafischer.  I'd love to learn more about your story - send me a DM! You can also check out other helpful resources at www.annicafischer.com to help you navigate this season and find greater clarity in your every day.  

Fierce Marriage w/ Ryan Frederick

Ryan Frederick of Fierce Marriage joins us this week to talk about marriage.
In this episode, we’re talking about: 
- What marriages need most right now
- The #1 thing you need to know about your marriage 
- What's plaguing marriages and the common struggles couples face today (be encouraged, you're not alone in them)
- Practical tips to strengthen, invest in, and further ground your marriage
- Creating alignment to sustain the season you’re in and the seasons you’re moving towards (together)
He walks us through the behind the scenes story of Fierce Marriage -  from a quarter-life moment of reaching a “goal” that turned out not to meet up to its hype that led him and his wife down a path of using what they had to impact lives around them, including their own. 
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About Fierce Marriage 
Ryan and his wife, Selena, started Fierce Marriage to help them process marriage’s trials as well as celebrate its joys. They are in our 18th year of marriage and have learned a ton about what works and what doesn’t. Their hope is that as they share openly, it will help you grow and cultivate a truly Christ-centered marriage. They've spent the past 7 years ministering to married couples around the world. Fierce Marriage ministry has grown  beyond their wildest dreams, all while giving them three wonderful daughters (Adelaide, Clementine, and Louisa). 
Find them and follow along at:
@fiercemarriage on Instagram
https://fiercemarriage.com/
https://fierceparenting.com/
AND...If you're new here, welcome! You can find more at annicafischer.com