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When Military Life Gets Strange

When Military Life Gets Strange

By Maria Strange

When Military Life gets Strange, Life Coach Maria Strange can teach you how to get out of your own way and love your perfectly imperfect military and everyday life. This podcast is for military wives who have supported their husbands through the daily demands of military living and feel like they have lost themselves along the way. if you are ready to stop checking all the boxes and start thriving then this is the place for you.
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Showing up When it Feels Like you are Running in Place

When Military Life Gets StrangeApr 04, 2022

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5 things to do When Life isn’t going as Planned

5 things to do When Life isn’t going as Planned

Military life can present unexpected challenges, but with the right mindset and strategies, you can navigate through them in today's episode I share 5 things to do When Life Doesn't go as Planned.

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Jan 16, 202409:28
19 of the Most Frustrating Things About the Military

19 of the Most Frustrating Things About the Military

Being a military wife can be frustrating at times. On today's episode, we cover some of the most frustrating things and what you can do to handle them.

If you are feeling frustrated in your military life sign up for free Love Your Life Session at www.mariastrangecoaching.com/workwithme

You can find me on Instagram and FaceBook @mariastrangecoaching

Jan 08, 202426:40
Choosing Love

Choosing Love

For the past two years, I have focused on the word Love. As I have worked to show and recognize Love my life has changed for the better, I have been able to navigate the challenges of life better and I have come out feeling stronger and more connected.

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Jan 02, 202417:50
Celebrating the Holidays When You are Missing a Loves One with Jessica Rydalch

Celebrating the Holidays When You are Missing a Loves One with Jessica Rydalch

The holidays are a time of celebration, relationships, and gathering, but what about when you are missing the presence of a loved one? Many circumstances can prevent us from getting together with the people we love during the holidays: death, military, serving missions, traveling, finances, scheduling, and the list goes on. With intention, a little planning, and some thought, you can still enjoy the holiday and make it memorable and special!
In this week's podcast Jessica Rydalch and I talk about the many ways we can make the holidays special even without the presence of a loved one. Jessica has first-hand experience with her son’s serving missions for our church and being able to come home for Christmas. Last year both of her son’s were away from home. Join us this week for some great ideas to make your holidays memorable!
Dec 09, 202330:52
How to Make Each Duty Station Feel Like Home

How to Make Each Duty Station Feel Like Home

I'm Back!!! In this episode, we are diving into the essential strategies to help military wives thrive and make each duty station feel like home. Whether you're on your first or tenth duty station, these 14 tips will guide you in building a fulfilling life, creating lasting friendships, and embracing the uniqueness of military life.

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Sign up for my free course at www.mariastrangecoaching.com/thrive

PWOC: https://thehubpwoc.net/


MWR:

Army:https://www.armymwr.com/

Navy:https://www.navymwr.org/

Airforce:https://myairforcelife.com/

Marine:https://www.usmc-mccs.org/


Family Readiness Centers: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/family-life/military-family-readiness-system/

Aug 22, 202311:07
Attention Audit

Attention Audit

Are you feeling stretched thin? Like you don't have time for all the things you want to do? Then give this week's podcast a listen. I'll share how you can do an attention audit to help you focus more on what is important to you. 

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Feb 06, 202311:03
This or That

This or That

In today's episode, I talk about the This or That of Military Life.  As a military wife of almost 20 years, I have experienced a lot of waiting that goes on in Military Life. I have learned over the years that the best thing to do is to slow down and control the things you can. You can control how you show up, what you say, and what you do.


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Jan 23, 202310:57
The Voice In Your Head

The Voice In Your Head

In today's episode, I share 6 tips to help you overcome the mean girl voice in your head. As you learn to control the voice in your head you will be able to show up with self-compassion instead of self-criticism. 

If you are enjoying this podcast please leave me a comment and a 5-star review.  

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Jan 09, 202310:40
How to Make Every Year the Best Year

How to Make Every Year the Best Year

Want to make this year the best ever? Decide on purpose that it's possible. Whatever 2023 holds for you, you can choose to show up the way you want. Do you have a PCS? Deployment? Retirement? Do you have things you are worried about? Things you are excited about? In today's episode, I discuss all of them and how to choose on purpose what you think and feel to make this and every year the best year. 

Please leave me a 5-star review and share this podcast with a friend. 

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Jan 03, 202314:58
A Year with Intention

A Year with Intention

In today's episode, I share ways to make 2023 the best year no matter what life throws your way. 

The new year is a great time to evaluate your life and what you want. Do you want to improve your health? Your marriage? Anything is possible when you live life with intention. 

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Dec 27, 202214:40
Peace in Christ

Peace in Christ

On today's episode, I share my talk from last Sunday "Finding Peace in Christ". No matter the challenges we are facing Christ is always the answer. I hope you enjoy this podcast and that by hearing my experience of finding peace in Christ you will be able to feel the Love Christ has for you and your family. 

Please leave me a comment and a review.

I have a free resource I created just for you 10 Steps to Thrive as a Military Wife you can sign up at www.mariastrangecoaching.com/thrive

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Dec 19, 202214:34
The Holidays

The Holidays

Everyone talks about how magical the holidays are but for military families sometimes they don't feel as magical as we'd like. In today's episode, I share ten tips to help you navigate your holiday season. It's okay for the holidays to look different from year to year. There is no "perfect" way they should look. 

If you are enjoying this podcast please leave me a review. It will help more people to find the podcast. 

Have a Merry Christmas

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Dec 12, 202214:21
The Power of A Team

The Power of A Team

Building a team is one of the most important things we can do to navigate military life. You can build a team of your choice. You get to pick who is on your team. You and your husband are a team. God wants to be on your team you just have to let him in. Having a team will help you be stronger and to become the next version of yourself. The best thing about being on a team is that you not only receive help from others but also get to help others along their path, which feels amazing. I would love to be a part of your time and help you love your perfectly imperfect military and everyday life. 

You can find my "10 Steps to Thrive as a Military Wife" at www.mariastrangecaoching.com/thrive

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Dec 06, 202215:54
Alison Woehrman

Alison Woehrman

Listen in as Alison and I talk about military living. We share some of the hardships we have faced over the years and the ways we work to overcome those. I really enjoyed my time with Alison and believe she has a lot of value to bring to the table as a Navy Wife of 20 years. 

You can find Alison @themilspousepodcast on Instagram

Her website is www.themilspousepodcast.com

Her podcast is called Theunspokenlifeofthemilitarywife

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Nov 28, 202223:21
Drills

Drills

Drills help us to improve in any area. In this episode, I take you through the steps to set up a drill. I share some of my personal drills and how they have improved my life. Do you find yourself struggling with food, working out, keeping your word to yourself, being the mom you want, or having the connection you want with your husband? A drill just might be the answer. If you want help setting a drill sign up for a free 30 min love your life session. www.mariastrangecoaching.com/workwithme

Was this podcast useful to you? Please leave me a review and share it with a friend. 

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Nov 21, 202217:42
Lissa Koffler and PTSD

Lissa Koffler and PTSD

Lissa shares with me her journey as a wife and caregiver for a retired soldier who has PTSD and a TBI. Lissa is an example of love and courage. She has put together a free resource to help other wives whose loved ones may be dealing with PTSD.  

To receive her free guide text PTSD to 216-868-4754. 

If you want to learn more about her brand  text YALL to 216-868-4754

you can follow her at lissamariekoffler on Instagram


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If you are enjoying this podcast please leave me a review. Reviews help more wives find the podcast. 


Nov 14, 202222:58
Giving Tuesday Military Fort Drum

Giving Tuesday Military Fort Drum

Giving Tuesday Military takes place on the last Tuesday in November. Individuals around the world join together to spread kindness to others. Today I talk with Ash Leigh the ambassador for the Fort Drum chapter of Giving Tuesday Military. We'd love to have you join us in sharing kindness on Tuesday, November 29, and every day. 

You can learn more about Giving Tuesday Military by going to givingtuesdaymilitary.com

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Nov 07, 202211:25
Fear

Fear

Fear is an emotion that we create with our thoughts. One todays, episode I share five tricks to help you move out of fear. Fear doesn't have to be in the front seat of your life.  

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Oct 31, 202207:44
Alexis Frank

Alexis Frank

Listen in as Alexis and I talk about how we have created purpose in our own lives. Alexis helps military wives who are wanting to start a business find success and navigate entrepreneurship. If you have a dream it can become a possibility. 

You can find Alexis at 

thefccoach.com

email at Thefcconsultant@gmail

@thefccoach on Instagram

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mariastrangecoaching.com

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Oct 24, 202225:58
Five Tips for Reintegration

Five Tips for Reintegration

When your husband comes home from any separation due to the military it can feel amazing. You are excited, the kids are excited, and you believe life is going to be less crazy and a little more normal. And then real life happens. In today's, episode I share 5 tips to help you reintegrate. I believe these tips will help you and your hubby get on the same page and connect. 

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Oct 17, 202206:60
8 Life Lessons Learned From a Tree

8 Life Lessons Learned From a Tree

Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop. In today's episode, I share 8 tips that will help military wives throughout their military journey. I also reference episode 39 Ceilings and Floors.  

Listen in and see what you can learn from a tree.

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Oct 10, 202209:44
Warrior Chemistry

Warrior Chemistry

Do you find yourself losing your patience and wishing you could stop?

Do you set goals only to find that you don't make time for them and then judge yourself?

Listen in as I teach you all about Warrior Chemistry and how to use your body and your higher brain to show up on purpose. 

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Oct 03, 202213:24
Military Marriage Tips

Military Marriage Tips

In today's episode, I share tips and tricks that Spencer and I have used over the years. We celebrated 23 years of marriage this week and in August Spencer hit 19 years in the Army. 

Every marriage is special and you have to find what works for you and your marriage however, learning from others is a great way to find things that work for your marriage. 

In episode 17 I teach about the Love Languages and how they are great but also how you need to be in charge of your own happiness. 

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Sep 26, 202211:33
Joy Rogers and Thriving during deployment with a new baby.

Joy Rogers and Thriving during deployment with a new baby.

Listen in to my interview with Joy Rogers. She is a marine wife who had her first baby this past year. She shares how she is thriving during her husband's deployment and navigating life as a new mom. You won't want to miss out on this great interview. Joy fits her name perfectly as she spreads Joy not only within her local community but also on Instagram @rogerupbuttercup. Joy is also the owner of  Mississippi Coffee Lady. https://www.mississippicoffeelady.us/

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Sep 19, 202224:23
How the Military Has Made me Better

How the Military Has Made me Better

After 19 years as a military wife, I have seen ways that the military makes me a better wife, mother, and friend. Listen in as I share what I have learned over the years and how being a part of the military community has given me a place to call home no matter where the Army sends us. 

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Sep 12, 202209:38
You Know What To Do

You Know What To Do

It’s easy to ask others what we should do. To believe that they might know better than us. In today’s episode I share why it is important to trust yourself. You know what to do for yourself, and your family. When we learn to trust ourselves everything is better.
Jun 28, 202209:12
How to Worry Less
Jun 13, 202218:08
61 Trusting in your Military Marriage
Jun 06, 202218:55
My Military Life

My Military Life

On today’s episode I answer questions to some commonly shared military wives complaints. I also share ways to handle deployment. Each deployment comes with its own challenges but when you have a few things in place, it makes it easier to handle the challenges that do arrive. You got this. You can thrive during deployments and everyday military life.

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May 30, 202234:35
Your Potential
May 23, 202215:59
The Difference Between Surviving and Thriving

The Difference Between Surviving and Thriving

We all spend time in survival mode, on today's episode I share tips on how to get out of survival mode and thrive. 

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May 16, 202213:58
Hunt the Good Stuff

Hunt the Good Stuff

When is the last time you hunted all the good things in your life? In today's episode, I share tips on doing just that. Get ready to celebrate you and everything you have accomplished. It will change your life. 

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May 09, 202215:13
Bossing Your Brain

Bossing Your Brain

We all have habits. Some of them are good, like brushing our teeth, reading scriptures, or going for a walk everyday. Some of them are not so good binging on social media, late night snacking, allowing ourselves to go into overwhelm more often then we'd like. On today's episode, I share how you can boss your brain to do more of the things you want to be doing and how to stop mindlessly doing things. 

May 02, 202215:59
How to help our Military Children

How to help our Military Children

Our Military Children experience challenges and life situations that are unique to them in today's episode, I share ways to help your children thrive in military life. 

What do they need most? Is for us to listen. As we learn to listen and understand what they are telling us we'll be able to help meet their individual needs. 

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Apr 25, 202209:37
The Stories We Tell Ourselves

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

Do you tell yourself what life should look like?

In today's episode, I share why we should stop telling ourselves what life should look like and learn to enjoy it more.

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Apr 18, 202213:18
When We Are Not The Mom We Want To Be

When We Are Not The Mom We Want To Be

Do you ever feel like you fall short as a mom?

Do you believe that you are doing it wrong?

In today's episode, I share three tips to let go of mom guilt and move forward being the mom you want to be. 

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Apr 11, 202210:15
Showing up When it Feels Like you are Running in Place

Showing up When it Feels Like you are Running in Place

“ It takes all the running you can do, to keep in the same place” the red queen. Through the looking glass and what Alice found there. 1872

Today I share tips on how you are moving even when it feels like you are running like crazy and staying in the same place. 

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Apr 04, 202218:29
Want Match
Mar 28, 202212:40
How to Navigate Everyday Relationships

How to Navigate Everyday Relationships

In today's episode, I share four common problems and the solutions that most of us experience in our relationships with others. I believe that all of us want to have amazing relationships and by implementing the tips I share you'll be able to take your relationships to the next level. 

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Mar 22, 202211:40
7 tips to not pass your anxiety to your children

7 tips to not pass your anxiety to your children

As military wives, we sometimes feel that we have to hide our emotions from our children.

That we have to be strong all the time. 

They shouldn't see us cry.

In today's episode, I share why it's okay for our children to see our emotions, why it is healthy for them, and how to not pass our anxiety onto them. 

I'm hosting a free 5-day resiliency training. You can sign up here www.maristrangecoaching.com/resiliency

If you have any questions message me at maria@mariastrangecoching.com

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Mar 14, 202214:06
Unexpected Deployment

Unexpected Deployment

It does not matter if you are a new spouse or longtime spouse an unexpected deployment can throw you for a loop. In today's episode, I share some tips to help you navigate life. 

You are not alone. Others are here to help you. I can help you. 

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Mar 07, 202211:60
What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do

What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do

" I don't know" seems so innocent and feels like a fact when in reality it is only a thought. Everything is figueroutable and there is no wrong answer. What if you made a decision and then had your own back looking for why it was the right decision. In today's episode, I'll give you some tips to tap into your own intuition. 


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Feb 28, 202208:25
8 Steps to Help you Build Resiliency

8 Steps to Help you Build Resiliency

Being a military wife comes with the good and the bad. In today's episode, I share 8 tips to help you become more resilient so you can handle the good, the bad, and the ugly. Here is my favorite definition of resiliency “ resilience is not insensitivity or indifference, it is learning to turn to others for support during difficult times, resilience helps people become flexible and bounce back from setbacks, it helps them to be grateful for life’s simple pleasures and have a faith strong enough to move forward with God’s help”

Listen in and let me know what step you want to work on?


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Feb 21, 202211:18
Three Relationships Hacks You Can do Today

Three Relationships Hacks You Can do Today

Do you have a relationship you want to improve? Did you know, you change any relationship with the three tips I share in today's episode. Find me on social media @mariastrangecoaching and let me know which one you like the best. 

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Feb 14, 202209:60
When a Deployment is in your Future

When a Deployment is in your Future

Do you have a deployment coming up? In this episode, I share with you three steps to help you feel in control before and during the deployment. You can use these tips at any time in your life however, I find them extra helpful before and during deployment. What if this deployment were different from the other ones your spouse has gone on? This was the deployment where you felt in control. It is possible my friends. 


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Feb 07, 202210:08
Everyone Is Doing Their Best

Everyone Is Doing Their Best

In this episode, I want to share with you how the belief everyone is doing their best can help you show up the way you want. Now just because we. are believing that everyone is doing their best doesn't mean that their best is very good. The truth is sometimes their best sucks, sometimes our best sucks. However, believing that everyone is doing their best will strengthen your relationships.

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Jan 31, 202212:31
Helping Children Connect with their Dad.

Helping Children Connect with their Dad.

In today's episode, I share tips that have worked for my family during and after deployments to help our children connect with their Dad. The most important thing I have learned is to let my husband and children take the lead. Listen in and see what you can do today to help your children and husband have a better connection. 

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Jan 24, 202208:42
What Would Love Do?

What Would Love Do?

What would love do? This week I share why I came up with a sentence for the year instead of a word. I know the year has just begun but already I have seen how powerful that question is in helping me to show up as the person I want to be. As you listen, ask yourself where can you use love to show up as the military wife, mom, and friend you want to be. Love always feels amazing. 

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Jan 17, 202209:03
Finding Your Purpose with Jessica Rydalch

Finding Your Purpose with Jessica Rydalch

What is your purpose? I believe we all have a purpose, and we want to find and live that purpose. Sometimes it is unclear what your purpose is.  As military wives, we spend so much of our time serving and taking care of others that it is easy to lose sight of who we are.  In this episode, my friend Jessica Rydalch interviews me about identifying your individual purpose.  We talk about what a purpose is, why it can help you to identify it, and why knowing and living your purpose helps you to feel more in control of your life, and how it can be a guiding force in everything you do. Jesser and I talk about our own purposes and walk you through the exercise I created to help you find your purpose. If you are interested in learning more send me a message at maria@mariastrangecoaching.com

Please subscribe and leave me a review. I would love to connect.

Jan 10, 202230:07
Ceiling and Floors

Ceiling and Floors

In this week's podcast, I build on the concept of achieving any goals by using a tool I heard by Brook Snow called Ceiling Floors. Ceilings are the ideal while floors are the bare minimum that if you do them your day is a success. Listen in as I share how this concept applies to military and everyday life. 

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Jan 03, 202209:09