We couldn’t let the year wrap without a little reflection — so we made our own For The Love “Wrapped.”
These are the conversations you pressed play on the most this year: the episodes that made you laugh (and maybe cry), nod along, rethink a few things, and maybe even feel a little less alone.
Thank you for listening, for showing up week after week, and for being part of this wildly good community. Truly, this podcast exists because of you. And if one of these episodes hit home, consider passing it along to a friend who might need it right now.
Whether you’re craving inspiration, insight, courage, or a deep exhale, this list holds it all. Here are the top 12 For The Love podcast episodes of the year, as chosen by your listens:
1. Finding Freedom with Mel Robbins and Two Little Words: Let Them
Mel Robbins joins me to unpack her life-changing “Let Them” theory—an invitation to stop managing everyone else and finally reclaim your peace. This conversation is practical, grounding, and wildly freeing for anyone tired of carrying what isn’t theirs.
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2. A Lantern for Others in Dark Spaces: Jen Hatmaker on Sharing Her Most Tender Story
In one of my most personal episodes yet, I share parts of my story I held close for a long time. This is an honest conversation about grief, resilience, and offering light to one another when the path feels dar
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3. Gird Your Loins: Dr. Celeste Holbrook Delivers the “Sex Talk” You Never Had but Deserved
Dr. Celeste Holbrook brings clarity, compassion, and humor to conversations about bodies, sex, and shame. This episode gently dismantles purity-culture fallout and replaces it with truth, education, and grace.
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4. I Love You and I Need to Go: Elizabeth Gilbert Takes Us on a Journey All the Way to the River
Elizabeth Gilbert reflects on love, loss, intuition, and choosing yourself with courage. This conversation feels expansive and tender—a reminder that letting go can also be an act of deep self-trust.
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5. Whales, Boats, and Vulnerability with Tyler Merritt
Recorded on the Oregon coast, this episode somehow manages to be hilarious, tender, and deeply meaningful all at once. Tyler and I talk about friendship, vulnerability, and showing up fully—even when life feels uncertain.
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6. The Tears of Things: Living Prophetically in an Age of Outrage with Richard Rohr
Richard Rohr offers wisdom for navigating grief, anger, and compassion in a divided world. This episode invites us to live gently, truthfully, and with deep love—even when it’s hard.
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7. Lessons from the Road: Sydney Hatmaker on Saying Yes to the World
Sydney Hatmaker shares what she’s learning about curiosity, courage, and saying yes to the wider world. This conversation is fresh, hopeful, and a beautiful reminder that growth often begins with openness.
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8. Secrets of Adulthood: Gretchen Rubin on Living a Happier, Simpler Life
Gretchen Rubin brings practical wisdom about habits, happiness, and the small shifts that make everyday life feel lighter. This episode is full of insights you can actually use—starting today.
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9. Love Over Dominance: John Fugelsang on the Future of Christianity
John Fugelsang joins me for a thoughtful, honest conversation about faith, power, and choosing love over fear. Smart, hopeful, and deeply humane.
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10. I’ll Have What She’s Having: Power, Purpose, and Perimenopause with Tamsen Fadal
Tamsen Fadal tackles midlife head-on—from hormones to identity to purpose. This episode is empowering, informative, and full of “oh thank God it’s not just me” moments.
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11. I Choose Me: Jennie Garth on Midlife, Reinvention & Owning Your Next Chapter
Jennie Garth opens up about midlife reinvention, boundaries, and choosing yourself without apology. A grounded, affirming conversation about stepping confidently into what’s next.
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12. Lights on a Similar Path: Awake Readers Reflect on Finding Their Way
Voices from the Awake community share reflections on loss, courage, and becoming. This episode is sacred and communal—a reminder that none of us walks the path alone.
LISTEN INWhether you’re commuting, folding laundry, or sneaking ten quiet minutes to yourself, these 12 episodes are a beautiful place to land. I hope they encourage you, steady you, and remind you that you are not alone.
There’s plenty more where these came from over on the For The Love podcast—be sure to subscribe and follow along for what’s next.
With so much gratitude,
Jen
