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theblogWelcome to the Beckon Blog — your source for high frequency living. Curated by interior designer, podcaster, and blogger Jaclyn Steele Thurmond, we focus on truly clean lifestyle content, Spanish & Mediterranean-inspired interiors, and mindset elevation that transforms the way you think, feel, and live.
Same Team, Same Dream: How to Align Your Relationship Vision
A warm, real-life look at how Jaclyn and Sam aligned their marriage around a shared relationship vision—from living in an RV to mapping 1-, 5-, and 20-year goals. Learn the exact exercise they used, how they handle expectations (without mind-reading), and simple routines that turn “same team, same dream” into daily momentum.
Unspoken Expectations In Relationships: Finding Peace In What Goes Unsaid
Unspoken expectations in relationships can quietly build walls between partners. In this heartfelt reflection, Jaclyn and Sam Thurmond reveal how these unspoken assumptions show up, why they cause tension, and how compassion, honesty, and humor can transform them into deeper connection.
The Obstacle Is the Way: How to Face Relationship Challenges with Grit and Grace
Even the strongest love stories face seasons of challenge. From miscommunication to outside pressures, every couple encounters moments that test their patience, grace, and connection. Here’s how to navigate those valleys with open hearts, steady hands, and a renewed belief that the obstacle can become the way forward.
Letting Go Of The Need For Approval
So many of us are caught in a loop of doing, performing, and achieving—driven not by purpose but by a lingering sense that we have to prove ourselves to be worthy. In this powerful and personal episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam Thurmond open up about the toll this pressure can take and how choosing overflow over overperformance can change everything. If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, perfectionism, or the endless chase for external approval—this one’s for you.
The Power of Planning for Peace — Financially and Otherwise
Discover how Jaclyn & Sam Thurmond intentionally create peace through financial choices, margin, and meaningful rhythms at home and in life.
You Are Not Your Mistake: Taking On Too Much Responsibility
If you’re always feeling responsible — even when it’s not your fault — this episode is for you. Jaclyn and Sam unpack how to stop internalizing blame and start creating space for self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and peace.
Relationships Are Frequency Exchanges: How to Attract High-Vibe People
Relationships are more than connection—they’re energy. In this soulful breakdown from The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam unpack how every relationship is a frequency exchange and how your energy impacts who you attract. Learn how to raise your vibe, protect your peace, and call in the people who align with your truth.
How to Align Energetically with Your Partner and Build a Thriving Life Together
When you align energetically with your partner, your relationship transforms. It becomes less about managing each other and more about rising together. In this episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam unpack the real work behind creating a thriving life together—energetic ownership, open communication, and the power of shared vision.
Spirituality: Our Return to Church After 10 Years
In The Freq Show episode 49, Jaclyn and Sam open up about their return to church after ten years, sharing the powerful reasons behind their spiritual journey. They dive into the personal growth, connection, and transformation they experienced as they rediscovered their faith. If you’re looking for inspiration on your own spiritual path, this episode will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to explore your own spiritual journey.
39. Protecting your Energy during Holiday Season
Sam and I chat our fallback habits during extended periods of time with family and areas where we can improve. Healthy relationships are possible and so is protecting our energy.
37. Our experience with waiting to have children
In this episode, we dive into our journey of waiting to have children, sharing the background story that led us to this decision. We discuss the incredible experience of welcoming our little one into the world and how that has profoundly impacted our lives. While we explore the pros of becoming parents later in life—such as greater stability and maturity—we also candidly address the cons, including the challenges of energy levels and societal expectations. Ultimately, we reflect on how much we love being parents and the joy our child has brought into our lives, making the wait worthwhile.
How conflict can lead to getting on the same frequency as your partner
Conflict isn’t a relationship killer—it’s an invitation. Jaclyn and Sam reveal how leaning into tough conversations with honesty and compassion brought them closer than ever. Ready to transform your conflicts into connection? This blog breaks it down.
26. Speaking out in times of censorship
The presidential race is on and there is a lot of heated debate happening right now. - And for good reason. Our country has a history of having great debates, but after the advent of social media, it seems people have gotten pretty brave behind the veil of a keyboard. In today’s episode, Sam and I are outlining why it’s important to speak your truth and respond in ways that respect the dignity of someone else’s experience.