A vital part of any healing process is being able to reshape the inner voices of your life. From a faith perspective, learning to hear the ultimate Voice - God's voice - is such a big aspect of that journey. Today's episode explores the need for listening to God and discovering how to hear Him above the noise of daily life.

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Boundaries are such an important part of any healing journey. It matters that you learn what is and isn't in your control and how best to protect your personal peace and sense of wellbeing. But it's difficult sometimes when others don't seem to care about certain outcomes or changes like you, particularly where it involves their own wellbeing or success. Learning to let go and focus on your own choices, beliefs, and actions is key to your own stability even when others don't join you in the actionable steps. Today's episode will help you discover the power of taking back control of your own life and freeing others to live their own.

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Loss is something all of us experience at some point. It doesn't even have to be the loss of a person, although that's often the most common. It can be the loss of a dream, a place, or a thing. Most people aren't taught how to properly grieve and carry loss, and today's episode shares how the journey of bereavement is always on-going and how we can walk it with the grace and acknowledgement it deserves.

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All of us have places of false security and comfort that we've grown accustomed to. We like the predictability these spaces have offered us, and we're afraid to let go of them for the unknown of stepping into something new. But all meaningful growth and healing requires that you release what no longer serves you, and that's the topic of this episode. You will learn the importance of leaving the past for a fresh start and why it matters that you partner with God in the redemptive process.

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Navigating the divisive tone of our society is draining. All of us would admit to being tired on some level of all the outrage that seems to permeate our dialogue and the quickness of people to defend said outrage when challenged or presented with a different view. Today's episode helps you see the value of being a person who pursues peace, what exactly that looks like, and why it matters that you walk out that peace in the life you live.

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Most of us are really bad at waiting. In this instant-fix world we live in, holding out in hopeful expectation for something we've wanted or prayed for can be difficult. But waiting makes up so much of life and if we don't learn how to wait well, it becomes hard to see what God is doing or to be truly grateful when we receive what we've desired. Waiting is an essential part of living a whole and meaningful life, and today's episode is going to unpack what that looks like.

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Conversations are a part of daily life. We engage with other humans with words in our public or private behavior, leaving both sides with the opportunity to either hurt or help each other based on that short or lengthy interaction. Words matter, and that's the subject of this discussion. Communication is an absolute necessity when it comes to mental wellness and having healthy relationships with others, and this episode will give you practical tips on how to make your next conversation count.

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If you could change one thing in your life today, what would it be? And how might it take some pressure off if you realized you didn't have to make all the life-adjustments you want all at once? Today's episode aims to help you set reasonable goals for your personal improvement and help you get out of the feeling of being a failure factory.

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Doing the hard things... choosing hope... holding onto belief... are not for the faint of heart. Taking your faith to the next level isn't either. But if you are tired of going through the motions and are wanting something deeper and better, a trip out of the comfort zone and into the deep end where you get to practice trusting God may be your answer. This episode is for those who are hungry for more and are done settling.

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Most of us would agree that the world could stand a lot more kindness. But what exactly does that look like? How do we practice radical mercy and respect in a way that allows us to be the difference we wish to see? Today's episode gives you a fresh take on the concept of kindness and why it's so desperately needed.

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Anxiety is such a huge issue in our world today. The average person is, statistically, more on edge and anxious than ever before and many of us feel helpless when it comes to managing the stress and worries of our daily life. Our bodies and spirits were not made for this kind of weight, so how do we find peace and rest in the midst of the pressures and problems we all face? Today's episode will show you how and why it matters that you create and pursue a non-anxious life.

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In this final episode of Season 3, we take a look at why fear and faith are each a choice. We get to decide which spirit we're going to partner with. One leads to blessing and peace while the other leads to anxiety and prolonged suffering. A quick dive into some Bible passages show us that God takes note of our attitudes and which decision we make has a long-lasting impact on not only our own life but generations after us. This one will inspire you!

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In a world where we often get instant feedback and instant information... where we can research anything fairly quickly and get the answers we desire... living with the concept of mystery can be pretty difficult. We can struggle to be okay in situations where the outcome or intentions aren't readily evident, especially when it comes to matters of faith. Things happen all the time that remind us we are not in control; God is. Today's episode helps you to remember that you don't have to know all the answers. Questions are okay. Unknowns grow trust in God's bigger plan. We can rest in the fact He knows, and that's enough. This will encourage you!

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All of us are feeling both the negative and positive impact of technology on our daily life, yet statistics and research are starting to show a detrimental affect on mental health when it comes to social media, screen time, and information overload. This episode unpacks some of the data regarding technology's role in our world and offers some solutions on how we can balance our needful reliance on it with a healthy connection to life outside of our devices and continuous contact with the broader world. You'll want to hear this!

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What often attracts us to people is often what, over time, repels us from them - their differences. The preferences and unique qualities that make them special can turn into annoyances if we don't make allowance for them and learn to appreciate them for what they are. This episode is a particular challenge aimed at faith communities and churches to grow in grace and celebration of the way God has created each of us and what every person can bring to the table.

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Living in a society that has made it very attractive to take the easy route, many of us are living far below our personal potential when it comes to our faith, our goals, and our mental health. We have chosen to settle for average and fitting in with the crowd when God created us for so much more! Today's episode is a challenge to you to do the hard things and resist the temptation to choose the most convenient path.

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Much of the time, we are certain about things we think we know. We have strong opinions about politics, personal practices, religious norms, style, etc. but we are doubtful when it comes to the things we actually should be confident in like faith, being fully known and loved, or the constancy of God's presence. Today's episode aims to help you be assured of the important things you should be believe in while also giving you permission to hold loosely the beliefs that perhaps aren't serving you well.

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All of us feel like failures at some point. Sometimes, we even feel like we've blown it so bad that we can never be forgiven or offered a second chance. But life with the resurrected Christ is different: He meets us where we are and invites into a new reality of transformation where forgiveness and change is available. Because of Jesus's sacrifice and rising from the dead, we now have hope and eternal life. Enjoy this special Holy Week episode, and have a blessed Easter!

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Neuroscientific research as well as spiritual experience both agree that, in order for humans to thrive, they must have healthy connection. Unhealthy attachment or lack of proper connection lead to all kinds of emotional and physical problems. Today's episode unpacks Jesus's guidance to stay connected to the "true vine" and why we need to ensure we are attached to the One who alone gives us life and meaning.

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Suffering happens to everyone. As much as we hate to admit it, nobody gets through life unscathed in some way. But often, we fail to properly equip ourselves for these inevitable hardships. We don't anticipate them coming our way and end up reacting to them while we're in the midst instead of fortifying our faith, our relationships, and our lifestyles ahead of time. This episode will take you through some simple steps so you can prepare your soul for future seasons of struggle.

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