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Beyond the Cookie Cutter

Beyond the Cookie Cutter

Written by: Mary Black
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Feeling stuck in a cookie cutter life? Struggling to inject order into schedule, children, work, and budget? No time for YOU and your UNIQUE needs? In this podcast, you will find insights from women who have – and are still living through many of the things that you are experiencing. They freely share wisdom and valuable lessons from years of experience. Mary Black shares her own lessons learned, along with outside interviews with beautiful, experienced women. Mary is an amazing communicator. She loves to teach naturally through stories that touch the heart. She helps women connect to the power of their own narrative to grow themselves and those they influence in joyful, inspiring ways.

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Episodes
  • Learn • Live • Fly: Saying Yes to Promptings, Purpose, and Everyday Miracles with Livia Pewtress
    Oct 23 2025

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    What if your life changed by simply saying “yes” to God—one small prompting at a time? In this tender, faith-filled episode, Mary Black sits down with Livia Pewtress (Learn • Live • Fly) to talk about “God moments,” living a consecrated life, and how head-knowledge becomes heart-living—and then, with God, you fly.

    Livia shares her story as a devoted mom of five, creator, and community builder whose work centers on listening, obedience, and practical spiritual disciplines. She opens up about founding The Consecrated Life Project, the meaning behind Learn • Live • Fly (head → heart → Holy Spirit), and how tiny acts of showing up can ripple into miracles for many.

    You’ll hear:

    • How to notice and act on promptings (even when they don’t make sense yet)
    • “Learn • Live • Fly”: moving truth from the head to the heart—and into Spirit-led action
    • Why “showing up” (imperfectly) invites miracles and multiplies blessings
    • Creating sanctuary: in your heart, home, community, and eventually in the world
    • Discernment, boundaries, and choosing what keeps your light bright
    • Practical encouragement for faith, family, health, and purpose-driven work

    Resources & Ways to Connect
    🌐 Livia’s hub: learnlivefly.com — podcast, community, resources, contact
    📧 Email: livia@learnlivefly.com

    🌿 The Consecrated Life Project: theconsecratedlifeproject.com
    🙏 “Anchored in Christ” community (via Learn • Live • Fly)
    🛠️ Tech made simple for heart-led founders (mentioned by Livia): via Learn • Live • Fly

    Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you!
    Email: marybcooks@gmail.com
    Instagram: @marybcooks

    For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary
    Here's to your joy-filled life!

    -Mary

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    43 mins
  • From Storytelling to Strategy: Meaghan Anselm on Marketing, Media, and Valuing Your Worth
    Aug 28 2025

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    Marketing isn’t just about selling—it’s about storytelling that connects, inspires, and drives impact. In this episode of Beyond the Cookie Cutter, Mary sits down with Meaghan Anselm, founder of Saves the Day Marketing, to unpack the evolution of video, the power of audience connection, and why valuing your time is essential for success.

    With over 18 years in PR, marketing, digital strategy, and video storytelling, Meaghan brings a wealth of experience from producing television to building campaigns for mission-driven organizations. As the founder of Saves the Day Marketing, she and her team specialize in helping nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and public agencies find their voice, expand their reach, and create meaningful community impact.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • How the evolution of media has changed the way we connect with audiences
    • Why storytelling is the most powerful tool in marketing today
    • Practical tips for entrepreneurs and nonprofits to stretch their budget without sacrificing quality
    • How to set boundaries and price your services in a way that reflects your worth
    • Why clarity and authenticity matter more than polished perfection in building relationships

    Whether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or creative ready to elevate your message, this conversation will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective on how to grow your impact without burning out.

    📧 Connect with Meaghan: Meaghan@SavesTheDayMarketing.com
    🌐 Learn more: savesthedaymarketing.com

    Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you!
    Email: marybcooks@gmail.com
    Instagram: @marybcooks

    For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary
    Here's to your joy-filled life!

    -Mary

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    41 mins
  • Reclaiming Your Power: Jessica Egea-Avalos on Women’s Leadership, HER Seat & Leading from Alignment
    Aug 21 2025

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    What if true leadership isn’t about performance, but alignment? In this powerful episode of Beyond the Cookie Cutter, Mary Black sits down with leadership coach and HER Seat founder Jessica Egea. From young single motherhood to executive leadership in male-dominated spaces, Jessica shares how women can reclaim their voice, power, and purpose."

    Jessica’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention. After navigating seasons of struggle and growth, she created HER Seat—a transformational space for women ready to rise authentically, lead boldly, and step into the seats they were always meant for.

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • Jessica’s journey from single motherhood to senior leadership roles
    • How to transform challenges into seasons of growth
    • Why women must lead from truth, not performance
    • The vision behind HER Seat and how it’s changing leadership for women everywhere
    • Practical ways to reclaim your voice and step into authentic leadership

    ✨ Learn more at www.jessicaegea.com
    📩 Connect: hello@jessicaegea.com

    Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you!
    Email: marybcooks@gmail.com
    Instagram: @marybcooks

    For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary
    Here's to your joy-filled life!

    -Mary

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    26 mins
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