5 Practical Ways to Help Your Body Feel Safe Again (with God at the Center)
It can be confusing when your prayers are steady and your trust in God is real, yet your body still reacts like danger is near. Maybe your stomach knots up, your breath shortens, or you can’t seem to relax no matter how hard you try. That’s because safety isn’t just a thought; it’s something your body has to learn to feel. Today, I want to share five powerful ways to create that felt safety in ...
16m Sep 17, 2025
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Is Your Nervous System Stuck in Survival Mode? Here’s How to Tell
Do you ever feel like you’re moving through life on autopilot - exhausted, tense, or numb - and you can’t figure out why? You’re praying, showing up, doing all the “right” things, but your body still feels like it’s bracing for impact. That’s often what survival mode looks like - your nervous system stuck in protection mode long after the real threat has passed. In this episode, we’re going to ...
16m Sep 10, 2025
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The Bible Says, “Renew Your Mind," But How Do You Do That With Negative Thoughts?
We’ve all heard it - “renew your mind.” It’s one of those phrases that sounds powerful on Sunday, but feels impossible on Monday when negative thoughts won’t quit. I know that cycle personally: waking up already discouraged, fighting fear before the day even starts, and wondering if I was broken because I couldn’t just “think positive.” What I had to learn is that renewing your mind isn’t about...
19m Sep 03, 2025
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Nobody Talks About THIS Part of the Healing Journey (But I Will)
So often we think healing is supposed to feel light and happy, but the reality is that it can be messy, repetitive, and downright uncomfortable. The church doesn’t always give us language for this, and social media usually skips the hard parts, showing only the highlight reel of freedom. But real healing often means sitting in emotions that don’t feel good, practicing rhythms that feel too simp...
16m Aug 27, 2025
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The Fight Between Fear and Faith Isn’t About Strength—It’s About Safety
Have you ever noticed how you can be praying, declaring truth, and reminding yourself of God’s promises, yet still feel fear sitting heavy in your chest? It’s easy to assume that means your faith is weak. But what if that fear isn’t failure, it’s simply your body’s way of saying, “I don’t feel safe right now”? In this episode, I'm unpacking how faith and fear can coexist, and why your nervous s...
12m Aug 20, 2025
12m
The Real Reason You Feel Anxious, Edgy, and Unmotivated Might Be Your Blood Sugar
Ever had one of those days where you’re convinced you’re spiraling, only to realize hours later you haven’t had an actual meal? Maybe it’s not burnout or a character flaw - maybe it’s just that your body is running on fumes. The truth is, your mood, energy, and focus are all deeply tied to how (and when) you fuel yourself. In this episode, I'm breaking down how something as simple as blood suga...
16m Aug 13, 2025
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You Can’t Pray Away a Dysregulated Nervous System—But You Can Heal With God
I used to think peace was something I could force. If I just prayed harder, thought better, or pushed through, surely I’d feel normal again. But even in quiet rooms and calm moments, my body was buzzing. I couldn’t shake the edge, the restlessness, the sense that something was off. And for a while, I thought that meant I was the problem. But I’ve come to understand what felt like “too much” was...
15m Aug 06, 2025
15m
The Hidden Way Anxiety Shows Up in Your Body (and What to Do About It)
Some people can see their anxiety. For others, it’s invisible, but it’s there. In the clenched jaw. The afternoon exhaustion that doesn’t match your calendar. The sudden wave of overwhelm in the middle of a normal day. You’re not falling apart - you’re carrying something your body hasn’t had a chance to release yet. In this episode, I'm talking about the kind of anxiety that hides in plain sigh...
12m Jul 30, 2025
12m
Overcoming Offense by Healing the Root of Rejection
Ever felt a sting from something that seemed small, but your reaction was anything but? A missed call. A comment said in passing. A change of plans. You tell yourself, “It’s not a big deal,” but inside, it feels like one. That’s because sometimes, what pokes the surface is pressing on something deeper - rejection that hasn’t been named yet. In this episode, I'm going to unpack how unresolved re...
15m Jul 23, 2025
15m
3 Lies We Believe About God When We’re Hurting—and the Truth That Heals
Here’s the part we’re often afraid to say out loud: Sometimes the hardest part of pain isn’t the loss, it’s the way it shakes your view of God. You trusted Him. You prayed. You believed. And still, the relationship ended. The diagnosis came. The door closed. And deep down, a quiet question started forming: “God… where were You?” If you’ve ever felt that tension between faith and disappointment,...
13m Jul 16, 2025
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Why You’re Still Struggling With Negative Thoughts (Even Though You Pray About It)
You’ve prayed, you’ve quoted all the right verses, and yet your thoughts keep running wild. Ever been there? That frustrating place where no matter how much truth you speak over yourself, the fear or self-doubt just keeps circling back. It’s easy to feel like you’re failing spiritually, as if your faith just isn’t strong enough. But what if your struggle isn’t a spiritual weakness at all? What ...
14m Jul 09, 2025
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5 Steps to Regulate Your Emotions Without Shutting Them Down
Ever felt like your emotions are either locked in a vault or completely flooding the room? One moment you’re holding it all together and the next, you’re either shutting down or snapping. If you’ve been stuck in that all-or-nothing cycle, you’re not alone. Most of us were never taught how to befriend our emotions, only to control or avoid them. But emotional regulation isn’t about being cold or...
16m Jul 02, 2025
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Why You Don’t Have to Fix Everyone (and Why That’s a Trauma Pattern)
You want to help. It feels noble - maybe even necessary. You’re the one who jumps in, figures it out, and holds it all together. And when someone you love is struggling? You can feel the pull in your chest, like you’re supposed to do something. But here’s the hard truth: sometimes our fixing isn’t actually compassion, it’s control dressed up like care. We’re not just trying to help… we’re tryin...
13m Jun 25, 2025
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You’re Not Too Broken to Be Healed—Here’s What the Bible Says About Deep Emotional Pain
“I should be farther along by now.” Have you ever thought that? Like there’s an invisible clock ticking and you’re behind - emotionally, spiritually, even physically. Maybe you’ve done all the right things: prayed, journaled, listened to worship… but inside, you still feel raw. Worn out. Maybe even ashamed for not feeling better yet. Friend, hear this: healing doesn’t have a deadline. And your...
13m Jun 18, 2025
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How to Stop Replaying the Pain—and Start Healing with God
Do you ever find yourself stuck in the past, even when you’re trying to move on? Maybe you’ve forgiven, maybe you’ve prayed… but there’s a moment that keeps popping back up. A conversation, a betrayal, a memory you didn’t ask for, but it shows up anyway. Not because you’re dramatic or faithless, but because your heart is still holding the weight of it. That’s not weakness. That’s a signal. Heal...
13m Jun 11, 2025
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What’s Keeping You Stuck? (Hint: It’s Not God)
Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things - praying, trying to trust God, maybe even journaling or setting goals - but you’re still stuck in the same place emotionally or spiritually? You’re not alone. A lot of us assume if we’re not moving forward, it must be a lack of faith. But sometimes, what’s actually keeping us stuck isn’t our faith at all - it’s a quiet belief under the surface t...
14m Jun 04, 2025
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Learning to Feel Safe Again—In Your Body, In Your Mind, and With God
Ever feel like life is one big “on edge” moment, where you’re always waiting for the other shoe to drop? Whether it’s because of trauma, stress, or even spiritual wounds, so many of us have lost our sense of safety - physically, mentally, and even spiritually. And when you’re stuck in survival mode, it’s hard to trust anyone - even God. But what if feeling safe again isn’t about changing your c...
13m May 28, 2025
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How Jesus Modeled Emotional and Relational Boundaries
Ever feel like saying no makes you a bad person? Or that being loving means being endlessly available? Well, you’re not alone. But when you look at how Jesus actually lived, you see something surprising - He didn’t say yes to everyone, and He wasn’t afraid to set limits. If you’ve been wrestling with guilt over protecting your time or energy, today’s episode is going to be a game-changer. Let’s...
18m May 21, 2025
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The Lies We Believe About Ourselves—and the Truth That Sets Us Free
Today’s episode gets personal—and maybe a little uncomfortable. I'm talking about the lies we believe about ourselves—and the truth that sets us free. These aren’t just surface-level insecurities. They’re the quiet, unspoken beliefs that sneak into your mind when no one’s looking. Beliefs like “I’m too much,” “I’m not enough,” or “I’ll never get it right.” They don’t start as facts, but over ti...
16m May 14, 2025
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How Trauma Affects Your View of God—and How to Heal It
Today’s topic is one that hits deep for so many: “How trauma affects your view of God—and how to heal it.” In this episode, I'm talking about the connection between what you’ve lived through and what you believe about God. Because here’s the hard truth: trauma doesn’t just live in your past—it can live in your theology. But the beautiful truth is this: Your view of God may have been shaped by p...
18m May 07, 2025
18m
Taking Every Thought Captive—What That Actually Looks Like in Daily Life
“Take every thought captive.” Sounds powerful, right? But let’s be real -what does that actually look like when you’re in the carpool line, the inbox is overflowing, or your inner critic is running wild before you even had your coffee? If your mind ever feels like a battlefield, this episode is for you. Because taking every thought captive isn’t about perfect mental control—it’s about gently, i...
15m Apr 30, 2025
15m
Why Can’t I Just Trust God? A Look at Attachment, Anxiety, and Faith
Ever catch yourself thinking, “Why can’t I just trust God already?” Like if you were more spiritual, more mature, or more faithful, this wouldn’t be so hard? If that’s you, you’re not alone. And you’re not failing. Here’s the truth I want you to carry into this episode: Sometimes your struggle to trust God isn’t a lack of faith - it’s a sign of a deeper wound. In this episode, we’re going to ex...
15m Apr 23, 2025
15m
3 Signs You Might Be in Survival Mode (And How to Get Out with God)
Ever felt like you're doing all the right things—checking the boxes, showing up, pushing through—but deep down, you know you're running on empty? That’s not laziness, weakness, or failure. That’s survival mode. And God never meant for you to live stuck there. In this episode, I want to talk about what survival mode really is, how to recognize it in your everyday life, and—most importantly—how t...
13m Apr 16, 2025
13m
Why Your Emotions Matter to God (and How to Handle Them Well)
If you grew up being told to “stop crying,” “toughen up,” or “just be grateful,” you’re not alone. Somewhere along the way, many of us learned to mistrust our emotions or even feel ashamed for having them. But I want to shift that narrative today—because your emotions are not a spiritual failure or a sign of weakness. They are signals, not sins. Emotions are how God wired us, not something He’s...
16m Apr 09, 2025
16m
How to Trust God When He Feels Far Away
Have you ever felt like God was distant—like no matter how much you prayed, you couldn’t hear Him? Maybe deep down, you’re carrying unspoken disappointment or even resentment toward Him. It’s not that you don’t believe He’s good, but a part of you wonders, "If He really loves me, why did He allow these things to happen?" Without realizing it, we can hold judgments against God, using our pain as...
19m Apr 02, 2025
19m
How to Break Free from the Need to Please (People)
Do you ever feel like you’re losing yourself while trying to keep everyone else happy? You’re not alone. People-pleasing is exhausting—it tricks us into thinking that if we can keep everyone else content, we’ll finally feel safe, accepted, or worthy. But the truth is, people-pleasing often comes at the cost of our own well-being. Whether it’s the fear of rejection, a need for approval, or the b...
25m Mar 26, 2025
25m
Learn How to “Deny Yourself” in a Way that Honors God without Denying Your Humanity
Have you ever wrestled with the idea of denying yourself, wondering if it means you don’t matter? Many of us have been taught to put others before ourselves, but somewhere along the way, that message got distorted into believing our feelings, needs, and limits don’t count. When we internalize this misunderstanding, setting boundaries can feel wrong—almost as if we’re going against God. But what...
16m Mar 19, 2025
16m
3 Key Factors in Learning How to Set Boundaries
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the weight of your responsibilities, struggling to say no even when you know you should? Many of us were never taught how to set boundaries, and as a result, we allow situations, people, and even our own expectations to push us beyond what is healthy. Setting boundaries isn’t about controlling others—it’s about taking responsibility for what we will and will no...
24m Mar 12, 2025
24m
Do You Fear God’s Punishment? How to Discern Discipline from Punishment and Fear from Love
Have you ever hesitated to come to God because you were afraid of His punishment? Maybe you’ve wondered if your struggles are proof that He’s angry with you. If so, you’re not alone. From childhood, many of us have been conditioned to fear punishment—it’s why we instinctively react with punishment rather than discipline when others fail. This fear leads us to hide our pain rather than confront ...
20m Mar 05, 2025
20m
3 Ways to Reset Your Nervous System When You’re in Fight, Flight, or Freeze
Ever find yourself snapping at someone out of nowhere, feeling the urge to run from a situation, shutting down completely, or agreeing to things just to keep the peace? These are all ways our bodies respond to stress—and you’re not alone in experiencing them. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses. We’ll explore how your nervous system reacts when it...
19m Feb 26, 2025
19m
3 Signs You Haven’t Actually Forgiven Someone (and How to Change That)
Forgiveness—it’s one of the hardest things to talk about, let alone work through. Most of the people I work with don’t even touch the topic of forgiveness until several sessions in. And it’s no wonder—our pain tells us that forgiving means letting someone off the hook. But what if that’s not true? What if forgiveness isn’t about excusing what happened but about freeing ourselves from the weight...
19m Feb 19, 2025
19m
Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? (Reconciling Two Things: God and Pain)
Have you ever wrestled with the question, “If God is good, then why did this painful thing happen to me?” When we’re deep in hurt, the idea of a loving God can feel impossible to reconcile with our suffering. It’s not about struggling with prayer or faith itself—it’s about wrestling with who God is in the midst of pain. In this episode, I'm opening up this conversation, not to offer quick-fix ...
18m Feb 12, 2025
18m
Do You Feel Abandoned by God? (When It Seems Like Everyone, Even God, is Against You)
Have you ever felt like God is silent or distant during your most painful moments? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re addressing the heartache of feeling abandoned by God and how these emotions shape our view of His presence. We’ll take a closer look at why these feelings arise, how our circumstances can cloud our understanding of God, and what Scripture says about His unwaverin...
17m Feb 05, 2025
17m
People Pleasing Response from a Nervous System Perspective
Have you ever found yourself constantly trying to keep the peace, avoiding conflict, or prioritizing others’ needs at the expense of your own? While these behaviors may seem like acts of kindness or love, they often stem from a deeper trauma response called the fawn response. In today’s episode, we’re exploring the fawn response from a nervous system perspective—what it is, why it happens, and ...
19m Jan 29, 2025
19m
Having Emotions Doesn't Make You Emotional (Women Let's Talk About How God Created You)
Hi friends! Today, we’re diving into a topic close to my heart: Having emotions doesn’t make you emotional. Yes, God intentionally created us as emotional beings, and that’s not a weakness—it’s a reflection of His design. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too emotional” or felt like you had to hide how you truly feel, this episode is for you. Together, we’ll explore why your emotions matter, how...
20m Jan 22, 2025
20m
Comparing Pain Won’t Heal It—Here’s What Will (When Your Pain Feels Insignificant Compared to Others)
In this episode, we dive into a struggle many of us face without even realizing it—comparing our pain to others. Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I shouldn’t feel this way; others have it worse”? If so, you’re not alone. In this conversation, we’ll uncover how this mindset can invalidate our experiences, explore what God says about honoring our pain, and share practical, grace-filled wa...
15m Jan 15, 2025
15m
The #1 Thing That Will Hinder Your (Emotional and Physical) Healing in 2025
As we step into 2025, I’ve noticed a common thread that keeps so many of us from experiencing emotional and physical healing: a lack of self-awareness and ownership over what we can control. Here’s the truth: we can’t heal what we keep hidden. In this episode, I’m unpacking how growing in self-awareness, taking responsibility, and allowing God’s light to reveal the hidden places in our hearts ...
17m Jan 08, 2025
17m
What I Learned About Emotional Regulation and Stress After Not Strength Training for 6 Months (A Look Into How I Spent 2024 Healing)
I want to share my journey with you because I've learned some powerful truths about emotional regulation, stress, and how we handle pain. For almost a year, I stepped away from something I loved—strength training. Not because it wasn’t good for me, but because God was asking me a hard question: “Is this good for your body right now?” That question was humbling. As a health coach for almost 14 ...
17m Jan 01, 2025
17m
Why You Do What You Don't Want to Do (And How to Do What You Actually Want to Do)
Have you ever found yourself wanting to lose weight or make a positive change, but your actions just don’t line up with your intentions? You know what you want—to feel better, to be healthier, to grow spiritually—but there’s this frustrating disconnect between your mind, your heart, and what you actually do. Whether it’s reaching for that snack you promised yourself you wouldn’t eat, skipping t...
14m Dec 18, 2024
14m
How to Sit in Silence with God and Not Fear Your Feelings
For the past four months, nearly every morning, I’ve started my day with a quiet ritual: stepping outside, grounding myself by putting my feet in the grass (or snow) and soaking in 8 to 10 minutes of morning sunlight. In this episode, we’re diving into the power of rest, silence, and intentionality. We'll explore how embracing stillness not only helps us reconnect with our bodies and minds but...
15m Dec 11, 2024
15m
What the Passing of My Mom Has Taught Me About Pain (A Hard and Honest Conversation We Need to Be Willing to Have)
Today's episode is very personal for me. We often hold onto pain because it reassures us paradoxically, convincing us to guard our hearts and mistrust the world around us. Pain can trick us into believing that love and trust will only lead to more suffering, pushing us into isolation and away from peace. Reflecting on my journey, especially during the time I became my mother's medical power of ...
17m Dec 04, 2024
17m
K-LOVE Radio Interview: How to Walk Through the Pain You Feel
You're going to notice something a little different today! This episode is extra special because I’m sharing an interview I had with K-LOVE, a nationally recognized Christian radio station. I was honored to be featured in their “Positive People” segment, which aired locally in Pittsburgh, PA. In this conversation, we dive into the theme of walking through pain—what it means to face it, hold it...
22m Nov 27, 2024
22m
Do You Think God Wants You to Suffer? A Discussion on God's Sovereignty and Our Free Will (Why Would He Allow This to Happen)
Suffering is one of life’s hardest realities, but it’s important to know that God never chose suffering for us. His original design was perfect, free from pain and brokenness. Suffering entered the world through humanity’s choice to sin, not because it was part of God’s plan. In this episode, we explore where suffering comes from, why God allows it, and how He uses it for His purposes. We disc...
21m Nov 20, 2024
21m
Breaking Free from the Need for Approval and Finding Lasting Freedom from Validation-Seeking
Today I'm delving into a common yet often unspoken struggle: the need for approval. For many, this desire becomes so ingrained that it can feel impossible to escape, creating a sense of entrapment that often goes unnoticed. In this episode, I’ll explore the root causes of approval-seeking behavior, why it’s so challenging to break free, and the steps we can take to overcome it. I'll also give ...
20m Nov 13, 2024
20m
How to Discern God's Voice and Silence Your Inner Critic
Ever feel like God is trying to get your attention, but you're not sure how to listen? Today, we’re exploring practical, down-to-earth ways to recognize His voice—even in subtle, everyday moments that we might easily overlook. While we often expect bold signs or clear words, God’s communication can come as a gentle nudge, a persistent thought, or a sense of calm amid the chaos. We’ll dive into ...
21m Nov 06, 2024
21m
What is the Role of a Christian Mental Health Coach? (How I Help My Clients Achieve Breakthrough and Get Unstuck)
Last month, I talked about the difference between a mental health coach and a counselor, and today, I want to take it a step further. We’re diving into what it really looks like to work with a Christian mental health coach. As a trauma-informed life coach, my goal is to help my clients grow emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Coaching is all about meeting you where you are, setting goals...
11m Nov 04, 2024
11m
Walking Through The Dark Night of the Soul (A Time When You Feel Distant and Abandoned by God)
Today, we’re diving into a topic that many believers experience - the dark night of the soul. If you’ve ever felt distant from God, like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling, or that you’re spiritually wandering through a desert, this episode is for you. In this episode, I'll define "the dark night of the soul," some reasons we go through it, and share some uncommon, yet powerful, ways to ...
19m Oct 30, 2024
19m
The "Good Child" Struggle: Healing from Neglect and Breaking Free from Approval-Seeking (A Root That Could Be Driving You to Perform to Receive Love)
In today’s episode, I delve into the experiences of those who grew up as the ‘good child’—the one who followed the rules, stayed out of trouble, and asked for little, yet often felt neglected or overlooked. As adults, many of these individuals find themselves in a constant cycle of seeking approval and validation. We will explore the reasons behind this, its roots in past experiences, and, most...
23m Oct 23, 2024
23m
Feeling Distant from God? Break Free from Self-Punishment and False Beliefs (Biblical, Clinical, and Practical Approach)
Pain, whether physical or emotional, can lead us to question God’s goodness and presence in our lives. We might wonder, "Has God abandoned me?" or "Why is this happening to me?" These doubts can leave us feeling isolated from Him. In this episode, I explore the false beliefs that can arise from pain, such as thinking it's a form of punishment or that we're unworthy of God’s love. These distort...
23m Oct 16, 2024
23m
What Is the Difference Between a Christian Mental Health Coach and a Counselor? (How to Identify If You Need a Counselor or a Coach)
One of the most common questions I'm asked during consultations is, "What's the difference between mental health coaching and counseling?" So in this episode, I'm breaking down counseling vs. coaching. Whether you're curious about which path might suit you best or are currently navigating your own mental health journey, this episode will help clarify the unique roles and approaches of a coach ...
18m Oct 14, 2024
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