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blogWelcome 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.
How to find your interior design style
Designing your home is one of the most exciting ways to showcase your personality, creativity, and the way you want to feel in your space. Your home is more than just a place to live—it’s an extension of you. The way you design it sets the tone for your daily life, influencing everything from your mood to your productivity. Your surroundings heavily influence your frequency.
12 Tips on How to Make Your Home Healthier
We spend a lot of time in our homes, right? On average in the United States, we spend 10 hours a day at home excluding sleep. That’s 62% of our time according to Simply Productive What is the Average Amount of Time We REALLY Spend at Home?. So it stands to reason, we want our homes to be calm, comfortable, and healthy.
46. Finance: 3 Must-Read Books to Change Your Financial Trajectory
In this episode of The Freq Show, hosts Jaclyn Steele Thurmond and Sam Thurmond break down three game-changing books that can transform your financial future. From mastering budgeting to building long-term wealth, we’re diving into the key insights that have helped countless people shift their money mindset and take control of their financial destiny.
If you’re ready to level up your finances, this episode is a must-listen!
The Frequency of Belief: What Are Your Beliefs and Why They Matter So Much
In the debut episode of The Freq Show Podcast, Jaclyn and Sam unpack why your beliefs matter so much—and how they silently shape your entire reality. Tune in to learn how to spot limiting beliefs, rewire your mindset, and upgrade your frequency to align with your highest self.
45. Personal Development: Grace for Tough times
In this episode of The Freq Show, we dive into the inevitable bumps in life—those moments that test our patience, resilience, and faith. We explore how to navigate challenges with grace, shift our perspective, and use adversity as a tool for personal growth.
Whether you're in the middle of a tough season or supporting someone who is, this episode will give you the mindset shifts and strategies to move forward with strength and self-compassion.
Radical Self-belief: The Secret Sauce to Sustainable Success
What if the only thing standing between you and your dream life is how much you believe in yourself? In this powerful episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam explore the mindset of radical self-belief, how to build it, and why it’s the foundation for next-level success.
44. Home: Outer order, Inner calm - 5 tips for home organization
In today’s episode, Jaclyn shares her personal journey of creating a peaceful, organized home and how it directly contributes to a clearer mind and a calmer nervous system. She dives into 5 practical tips for home organization that will help you declutter, create space for clarity, and cultivate a sense of calm in your daily life. From clearing out the clutter and choosing the right containers, to building daily habits that keep your home—and mind—organized, this episode is filled with actionable advice for creating a space that truly supports your well-being. Tune in to discover how organizing your home can transform not just your environment, but your entire mindset.
43. Personal Development: 9 Reasons you need to spend time alone
In this episode, Jaclyn explores the powerful and often overlooked practice of spending time alone. She shares 9 essential reasons why solitude is crucial for maintaining a balanced and high-frequency life. From resetting your nervous system and clearing mental cobwebs, to deepening your connection with God and allowing inspiration to strike, Jaclyn highlights the many benefits of carving out solo time. She discusses how solitude provides the space to process life’s challenges, recalibrate, and reflect through journaling. Jaclyn emphasizes that taking time to simply rest, think, and do what fills you up is a vital part of nourishing your mind, body, and soul. Tune in for a conversation on why alone time is not just a luxury, but a necessary practice for growth and clarity.
42. Mindset: 4 ways to sustain your own energy
In this episode, Jaclyn reflects on the challenges of maintaining high-frequency energy amidst a busy holiday season filled with travel, family, and multiple demands. After experiencing burnout from over-committing and pushing herself to the limit, she shares her personal plan for 2025 to sustain her energy and achieve a healthier balance. Jaclyn emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, listening to her gut, and committing to activities that bring joy and alignment. She discusses the need for pre-emptively calibrating her energy through meditation, rest, and self-care, while also learning to say no to protect her well-being. This episode is a candid reflection on how to sustain high-frequency energy and prioritize personal health while balancing the demands of life and work.
41. What to expect from The Freq Show in 2025
Jaclyn sits down to discuss what to expect from the Freq Show in 2025. We are introducing more guests, episode categories for easy choosing, and more personal experiences that have taught us lessons we believe are worth sharing. Our aim is to be YOUR SOURCE for high frequency living. Live on purpose, live on frequency!
40. What would you like to see from yourself in 2025?
Are you ready to call in the best version of yourself? Sam and I get really candid about some things we are struggling with and the areas we really want to get a handle on in 2025 to have the best year yet!
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.
38. Energetic & Chi Mastery with the extraordinary Banya Lim
Banya is a multi-generational healer and an expert in energy medicine and training. With over 30 years of experience in Oriental Medicine, she is passionately dedicated to teaching and guiding others in discovering their life's passions. Banya specializes in awakening the body's inner energy, empowering individuals to achieve their life goals.
Banya has worked directly with Sam and Jaclyn for almost 4 years and has been a truly transformational teacher for them.
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.
36. The millionaire next door mindset
In this episode, we’re diving into The Millionaire Next Door Mindset—and trust me, it’s not what you think. Sam and I get real about what it takes to build financial security without falling into the trap of flashy spending or societal pressure. We talk about the small, daily decisions that add up to big results, the power of delayed gratification, and how aligning your financial goals with your life values can create lasting freedom. Plus, we share some personal stories (and lessons learned) along the way. So, are you ready to shift your mindset and take control of your financial future? Let’s get into it!
35. What impact do unspoken expectations have in relationships?
In this episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam candidly discuss the challenges that arise from time management in their relationship, particularly regarding something Sam did that encroached on precious family time. Initially annoyed, Jaclyn reflects on Sam's pure intentions to create financial security for their family, leading her to choose a more mature response. They delve into the subconscious scorekeeping that often occurs in their partnership regarding household responsibilities and parenting. Additionally, they explore the dynamics that emerge when their nanny is unavailable and the conflicts that can arise from uncommunicated expectations. They leave listeners with a thought-provoking question: What impact do unspoken expectations have in relationships?
34. How conflict can lead to getting on the same frequency as your partner
In this episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam dive into a candid discussion about their recent challenges in both real estate and podcasting. Jaclyn confronts Sam about his approach to securing their next deal, while Sam challenges the effectiveness of the podcast in their busy lives. With playful banter, they humorously call each other "bische," reflecting their strong dynamic as partners in both business and life. Ultimately, they share the valuable insights they gained from their candid conversation and how it has influenced their next steps. Join them as they leave you with a thought-provoking question: What uncomfortable question could lead to greater clarity in your own business.
33. Preparing our Election Day Mindset
In this episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam share their perspectives on the upcoming election and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset regardless of the outcome. They express their support for the Trump/Vance ticket while acknowledging the need to remain hopeful and adaptable should the results not align with their preferences. As they reflect on their mindset on election night, they emphasize that opportunity is everywhere, regardless of political circumstances. The conversation shifts to how they plan to move forward with resilience and determination. They leave listeners with an empowering question: Are you putting yourself in a mindset to win no matter what?
32. Healing Your Mind: Transforming Thoughts for Higher Frequency Living
Today, we’re diving into a topic that has the power to completely transform your life: healing your mind by transforming your thoughts. So many of us live with negative or limiting beliefs that hold us back, but what if you could change those thoughts and start living from a higher frequency? Today, Sam and I will share practical tools and exercises to help you shift your mental patterns and begin operating from a place of higher energy. We’re not just talking about positive thinking—we’re talking about real transformation. We’ll also touch on the science behind thought transformation and how healing your mind can lead to emotional and even physical healing.
31. The healing power of Solfeggio Frequencies
In this episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn explores the transformative power of Solfeggio frequencies and how they can help realign your energy. She dives into the ancient origins of these frequencies, their rediscovery by Dr. Joseph Puleo, and the science behind how sound shapes our reality. Sharing personal experiences from developing The Freq App, Jaclyn guides listeners through the healing potential of frequencies like 528 Hz and offer practical tips for incorporating them into daily life. The episode wraps up with a soothing 528 Hz Calibration, helping listeners experience the healing power of frequency firsthand.