In this week’s episode of Coffee with Crystal, Dr. Crystal explores
the theme Grace Over Grind, a powerful reminder that God’s love doesn’t require performance or perfection. Through the lens of faith and neuroscience, she reveals how grace calms the mind, restores balance, and helps us release the pressure to constantly “do more.” Tune in to rediscover peace in the pause, compassion in the process, and rest in the truth that you are already enough.
Welcome to Coffee with Crystal, where faith meets neuroscience and peace becomes more than a feeling, it becomes your foundation.
Over the next five Sundays, we’ll journey through a series called Reclaiming Peace, a sacred invitation to renew your mind, restore your heart, and rediscover the peace God has already placed within you.
Each episode blends Scripture, neuroscience, and spiritual reflection, guiding you toward emotional wellness, resilience, and a deeper walk with God.
In Week One: The Power of a Thankful Mind, Dr. Crystal explores how gratitude transforms both the heart and the brain. You’ll discover how thankfulness activates the brain’s reward centers, releases joy-producing chemicals, and shifts your focus from what’s missing to what’s being made new.
Through a gentle prayer of centering and reflection, you’ll be invited to pause, breathe, and open your heart to gratitude, not as something to chase, but as something already given.
This episode will remind you that gratitude doesn’t ignore pain; it reframes it. It’s both a spiritual discipline and a neurological reset, one that teaches us to see God’s presence even in life’s most challenging seasons.
So grab your coffee, find a quiet space, and join Dr. Crystal for a few moments of truth, stillness, and renewal. Because peace isn’t found in striving, it’s reclaimed in gratitude.
In today's episode Dr. Crystal delves into the profound insights offered by Deborah's journey as a prophetess, judge, and leader in ancient Israel. Uncover the principles of seeking divine guidance, embracing courage,and serving others.
There are a lot of videos and social media post going around about women beginning to live the “Soft Life”, and in today’s episode, The Real Soft Life: Letting Go of the Pressures of Taking on Too Much, Dr. Crystal shares about the importance of women learning to embrace a slower pace of life and the importance of learning to let go of the pressures of taking on too much and embracing a more balanced lifestyle.
In today’s segment Dr. Crystal explores a gem of a book that lies in the heart of the Old Testament, the Book of Ruth. A story that transcends its historical context to offer profound insights into resilience, loyalty, and emotional wellness.
In this week’s episode Dr. Crystal explores the intersection of Esther's story, emotional wellness, and Women's History Month, highlighting the parallels between her experiences and those of women today. Drawing inspiration from Esther's journey of courage and resilience, she emphasizes the importance of emotional wellness in navigating life's challenges and effecting positive change. By reflecting on Esther's example and considering how her lessons apply to our own lives, you will be encouraged to cultivate emotional strength and resilience in pursuit of social justice and personal well-being.
In today's episode, Dr. Crystal explores the intersection of faith and emotional eating, highlighting the importance of community support in overcoming this challenge. She shares practical ways to connect with your faith community to gain encouragement, accountability, and resources for healthier living.
On this week's episode of Coffee with Crystal, Dr. Crystal delves into the Christian perspective on body stewardship. She will discuss the importance honoring God by optimizing our overall well-being, emphasizing balance and harmony in all aspects of life.
Emotional eating is a widespread phenomenon, affecting a significant portion of the population. The central theme of our discussion today revolves around the transformative power of renewing the mind for emotional well-being.
Dr. Crystal will delve into the intricate connection between thought patterns and emotional health exploring how intentional mindset shifts can lead to profound transformations in our overall well-being.
In today’s segment Dr. Crystal explores the phenomenon of emotional eating, a prevalent aspect of human behavior, which delves beyond the mere consumption of food in response to emotional triggers.
In today’s segment, Building Resilience Against Emotional Triggers, Dr. Crystal discusses the impact of emotional triggers, and the role mindfulness and proactive stress reducing techniques play in the building process. She will also walk through a few quick practices that you can begin to incorporate immediately.
In today’s segment, Breaking Down Common Emotional Triggers: Navigating the Path to Emotional Eating Awareness, Dr. Crystal review's what emotional eating is and what it looks like, identify the characteristics of some common emotional triggers, and taking a deeper look at a few of these triggers, their physical impact and what scripture says.
In keeping with our topic of the month Emotional Eating, today in this week's episode Dr. Crystal delves into a topic that many of us can relate to – the intricate connection between our emotions and our eating habits. Exploring not only the psychological and physiological aspects but also providing inspiration from timeless wisdom found in scripture.
Emotional eating is a complex behavior influenced by a myriad of emotional triggers that can often lead us to seek solace in food.
In today's episode Dr. Crystal shares insights from Scripture and neuroscience to provide a holistic understanding of these triggers and effective strategies for recognizing and addressing them.
In today’s episode, The Science of Gratitude, Dr . Crystal delves into the scientific research behind gratitude. She explores the psychological and physiological benefits of practicing gratitude, its impact on mental well-being, and how cultivating thankfulness can rewire our brains for positivity.
In today's episode Dr. Crystal closes out the Harvesting Hope Series by addressing the concept of sharing God's blessings and how it is deeply rooted in the Christian faith. Focusing on the fact that we are called to be stewards of the gifts and resources God has given us, and our responsibility to use them not only for our own well-being but also for the benefit of others.
In today's episode Dr. Crystal address how in our relationship with God, the seeds of faith, kindness, love, and service that we plant will eventually bear fruit. Using the example of how a farmer tends to their crops with care sand patience, she explains how our faith journey requires the same diligence.
Life often confronts us with storms – personal trials, loss, uncertainty, and adversity and in today's episode, Dr. Crystal provides insight into navigating the turbulent waters of life's challenges and storms.
In today's episode Dr. Crystal dives into the beautiful topic of gratitude and how it is the key to a fruitful and abundant life. Reminding us that gratitude is not just a feeling; it's a powerful mindset and a way of living that aligns our hearts with God's abundant blessings.
During the month of October our Podcast series is entitled 'Harvesting Hope: Finding God's Blessings in Every Season.' In Today's episode "Seeds of Faith", Dr. Crystal discusses the importance of planting seeds of faith.