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Do you want to overcome self-doubt and set boundaries so you can have the meaningful connections you crave? Do you find yourself Googling how to build confidence, find internal peace, and eliminate feeling overwhelmed? Do you regularly feel like you’re broken and have resentment toward others when you accommodate their needs and ignore what you want... again? My name is Allyssya and I’m a Highly Sensitive Woman. For decades, I lacked the confidence to be myself. I too wished I didn’t worry s ...
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Heal Depression with God

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Do you feel hopeless struggling with trauma-related depression that isolates and beats you down? Does worthlessness and shame from past trauma sometimes cripple your ability to function? Do you desperately wish you could connect with God and other women to help you heal naturally but don’t know where to start? You are not alone, friend. Welcome to Heal Depression with God. I’m Beth, a certified life coach and daughter of the King, who has conquered cancer, overcome depression, and enjoys dan ...
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Have you ever felt isolated in depression, feeling no one cared? You are not alone. You may hide your suffering, not wanting to be a burden. It can be scary to share your sadness. But opening up to others can also bring healing. Once hiding her despondency, Allyssya Gossett took a risk to be vulnerable, sharing her deepest secrets. What she discove…
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Do you ever say No to an invitation because you fear you won’t have enough energy to do it, even though you would rather say Yes? What we do before and during an activity makes a huge difference in our enjoyment of the experience. In this episode, I’m sharing how you can expand your capacity to do more by offering ways to protect your energy, becau…
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Teaser: Have you ever felt distraught, going through cancer or depression? Do you ever feel stuck in despair from past trauma, not sure how to get out? Maybe you know a friend or relative who is battling cancer or has lost loved ones. You might try immersing yourself in burbling sounds of water to help you heal, which can cleanse, calm and cascade …
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Most of us go through life trying to avoid the pain of rejection, judgment and failure, not realizing that our comfort zone isn’t so cozy, and that by not pushing beyond those limits, we are guaranteeing rejection, judgment, and failure. Inside this episode, you’ll discover there’s discomfort outside your comfort zone and there’s a lot of discomfor…
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Do you ever felt stressed, when your to do-list is longer than the hours in the day? Do you feel work drags? Do you rush to get your teenagers to their next game or outing? Are you constantly running here and there, as stress tenses your neck? You may need a break and stroll in nature to calm your heart. Hearing the birds sing, breathing fresh air,…
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If you spend hours, days, weeks, or maybe even years replaying conversations and interactions in your mind, you are not alone. In this episode, I share how ruminating robs us of time and so much more. Key takeaways: 🩵 Ruminating takes a TON of energy 🩵 We are innately selfish creatures, and that’s not a bad thing 🩵 You are already living your worst…
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Are you someone who rarely, if ever, expresses your needs because the thought of it makes you uncomfortable? Do you worry that you might upset someone or be a burden? In this episode, I candidly share: 🩵 What unspoken expectations actually create 🩵 How resentment feels like you are angry at another person, but that anger is misdirected 🩵 The truth …
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Once believing she was broken, Allyssya struggled with depression for decades, plummeting into despair which crippled her ability to function. Through therapy and self-acceptance, taking one step at a time towards healing, she now encourages others in their healing journey. Listen to her interview on today’s episode! 23-From Despondent Depression t…
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What we believe about ourselves determines the actions we take. Do you struggle with self-doubt and the belief that you are worthy of something more? Something better? Something different? Today, I’m opening up about a time when I believed I was not worthy of different circumstances and the frustration we feel when we’re in a season of transition f…
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Have you ever failed miserably, feeling devastated like you were a full-blown failure? I can relate. When I ruined twenty loaves of banana bread while working at a bakery, I felt like scum, hanging my head in shame. Yet in that despair, God calmed me through the kindness of my daughter. If you want to discover how God can redeem places of failure a…
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Ever felt like you don’t follow through with things you desire over and over again, but don’t know why? In today’s episode, I’m diving into how perfectionism is playing a role. Many people think perfectionism comes from a place of arrogance, but that is far from accurate. Key Takeaways: The root of perfectionism 3 ways perfectionism prevents you fr…
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Have you ever felt worthless, not believing your life matters? Have you ever believed those lies of not good enough or failure, when you blow it? Does trauma from the past still plague you, years or decades later? You are not alone. If you are looking for answers and fresh mindset to boost your self-esteem with God’s perspective of you, check out t…
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If you ever find yourself needing a nap while it feels like everyone else has limitless energy, this episode is for you! I’m being open about how my energy was low and some things I did to conserve it. I’m also sharing how a friend and I navigated evening plans when both of us were struggling to make decisions and the vulnerability we had with each…
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Have you ever felt betrayed or rejected by people you thought were friends? Jesus did, too. He invested three years of time into His disciples’ lives, teaching them, encouraging them, showing them God and His power, healing the sick. But in His greatest agony, His disciples bailed. Judas betrayed Him, disciples scattered, Peter denied Him. All but …
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I used to believe I was destined to live a life void of inner peace because, as much as I tried to find it, I continued to experience constant inner turmoil. It wasn’t until I started setting boundaries that I got a glimpse of what was possible, and everything changed. If inner peace is eluding you, don’t miss this week’s episode as I teach a pract…
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Have you ever wished that you could soar like an eagle, rising above all the worries and concerns of life? Perhaps you have watched adorable YouTube videos of eagles and eaglets in their California nest, which have inspired this podcast. The eagle has inspired generations of people all over the world. Scribed in the Old Testament and New Testament …
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If you’re like me, as a Highly Sensitive Woman, I went through life feeling like I was broken because I didn’t fit in a box. It took me years to realize that I was not innately broken, but by trying to contort myself to fit in the box, some pieces of me did break. In this episode, I share the secret to self-acceptance as a Highly Sensitive Woman an…
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Welcome to Heal Depression with God. We’re glad you’re here! In the last episode, 17, Angela Shannon shared her story of suicidal to beloved daughter, and her encounter with Jesus, who healed her mind and heart. Go back to episode 17 to hear her story. In this episode, Angela provides encouragement for seeing a counselor and natural ways to heal de…
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Are you someone for whom all emotion comes out in tears? And do those tears prevent you from connecting with others? I am a “crier” and for decades I hated that characteristic. My crying often led to frustration, feeling misunderstood, and consequently, I held back from telling people what I was thinking and feeling. When I finally accepted the tea…
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Have you ever blamed yourself for your parents’ fighting, when you were a child? In Angela Shannon’s family, her parents always argued, yelling at each other. When arguments between her parents ended the marriage, Angela agonized, blaming and shaming herself. She thought she had caused the breakup. She plummeted into depression, wanting to take her…
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Do you find yourself feeling depleted because you overextend yourself? Do you spend a lot of time and energy ruminating and perseverating on what you said or wish you’d said? I used to agree to things immediately, then later regret making that commitment. I’ve also spent countless hours replaying conversations and wishing I’d had the “right words” …
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Birds chirp, squawk, honk, quack, twitter and sing melodically, sometimes creating quite a racket in the morning or before the sun sets. Did you know listening to birdsong can improve your mental health? Songs of birds benefit us in many ways, and can help us heal. We will explore three in today's episode, 16-Three Surprising Ways Melodic Birdsong …
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Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you couldn’t enjoy an experience with your family or friends? Did you have to leave early or find yourself choosing not to go at all? For many years, I struggled with overwhelming anxiety in social settings and everyday activities. And then it became a cycle of being overwhelmed at the event, so I became less …
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Do you lack or have limited self-confidence? Have fear of trying something new? Tell yourself “I could never do _____”? For years, I tried to change how I am wired, and ended up depressed and a shell of myself. I became fearful of almost everything. I rarely left the house, and wasn’t honest with those closest to me about my thoughts and feelings. …
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Have you spent years focusing on other people’s needs, wants, desires, or expectations of you and feel like you don’t know yourself or your true purpose? When you try to figure it out, does your brain go blank and you feel stuck? Several years ago, I found myself completely disconnected from what I liked, who I was, or my purpose in the world. And,…
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Do you wish you could heal naturally, and could restore your health, all within a supportive community? As someone who has struggled with depression, I often felt isolated and alone, trying to figure out how to climb out of the pit and into the sunshine, without using mood-numbing prescription drugs. Did you know there are natural solutions that pr…
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Welcome to The Highly Sensitive Woman podcast. Do you have a hard time accepting yourself? Have trouble fitting in and think there’s something wrong with you? Do you feel misunderstood, especially when your emotions are heightened? My name is Allyssya, and I’m a Highly Sensitive Woman. For decades, I lacked the confidence to be myself. I worried so…
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Have you ever dreaded an upcoming medical procedure or faced a traumatic situation, where fear paralyzed you? You are not alone. Anxiety pounded my heart, as I prepped to have my first chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer. Restless and unable to sleep, I trekked out in the middle of the night before the procedure to the lake near my house. The …
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Have you ever felt anxiety or shame from childhood trauma? Or feared God like He was a judge who would strike you down if you messed up? After the abuse occurred with a neighbor when I was five, I felt ashamed, as I reverted to wetting my bed. I became withdrawn. I trembled, always anxious when thunder rumbled, and storms blew through the town wher…
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Have you ever felt so depressed and hopeless that you wanted to take your life? Several times in my life, I heard those taunting voices, saying "No one would care if you were gone. Just drive off a cliff and end it all." I almost responded. But Almighty God was fighting for me, and He fights for you, too. You are valuable and wanted. In today’s epi…
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Have you ever experienced devastating loss? The fires burning in Los Angeles show how quickly life as we know it can vanish in minutes. The fires have burned whole neighborhoods, destorying lives and felling an estimated 12,000 buildings across 37,000 acres, according to NBC news on Jan. 11. Amid it all, neighbors are reaching out to help, opening …
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Have you ever gazed at a star-studded sky or topped a mountain to view a stunning magenta sunset? God's creation amazes, inspiring awe and wonder in our hearts. God is Wonderful. Meditating on God’s names can shift our perspective, lift our spirits, and calm the chaos. In today’s episode, we’re soaring high into the heavenlies for part 1 of Proclai…
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9-Are you stressed out? We hustle and bustle at Christmas, wrapping gifts, preparing a feast, baking cookies, gathering with family. Maybe you will attend a Christmas Eve service. Remember to pause and focus on the most important gift, Jesus our King. In today’s episode, we will celebrate the baby born to be our Savior, singing and delving into thr…
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8-Are you feeling despondent? Do you wish someone could restore your broken heart? You are not alone. The news is full of hurting people, crying out from grief from loss of loved ones from a recent school shooting or car accident, or they feel lonely in difficult circumstances. Today’s episode explores how the Christ Child heralded by angels came t…
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7-Are you feeling distressed and overwhelmed with sadness? Are you wondering if you will ever climb out of the pit of suffering? I understand your pain. When I was going through cancer, especially through chemotherapy treatments, I wept, curled up on my bed, wishing my suffering would end. I dragged through the day, stressed out and depressed. I di…
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6-Do you ever grump and complain about your circumstances? Do you ever feel like God is not hearing your prayers for provision? Do you ever compare yourself to a neighbor who seems to have a lot more than you do? I hear you, friend. It was not that long ago that I stormed out of my house in Minnesota, and stomped through the chilly winter morning, …
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5-Do you ever feel blah at Christmas time, not wanting to decorate, bake or celebrate? Do you ever just want to stay in bed, covering your ears from joyful Carols? I understand, because that is how I felt the year I struggled through breast cancer treatments during the holiday season. I grumped through Thanksgiving, nauseated from chemotherapy trea…
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In between stuffing yourself with turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and pumpkin pie, did you remember to give thanks to God for all His blessings and express gratitude for abundance in your life? It is easy to do at Thanksgiving, and we are reminded to give thanks. But after snarfing down the meal, when your belly is full and you watche…
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When you are deep in depression, how do you navigate through the sadness? How do you cope and have courage to rise out of bed to face the day? When I was deep in depression, feeling overwhelmed with sadness while I battled breast cancer, I had to choose to find goodness and God’s grace through the pain. In this podcast, I will explore three ways I …
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Have you ever had church women wound you, with cutting words and mean actions? Have you ever been so hurt, that you vow not to participate in women’s groups again? If you are anything like me, I run away, stuffing down the pain and saying everything is fine, even as I struggle with rejection and sadness. For me, the woundedness festered for eight y…
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Does depression keep you from getting out of bed in the morning? Do you still carry burdens from unresolved childhood trauma? Do you say everything is fine, when inside you are hurting deeply, and wish you could find a friend who understands? You have come to the right place, friend. Through Heal Depression with God Podcast, you can find hope and h…
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Does severe depression keep pressing you down and prevent you from getting up in the morning? Do you wish you could heal from childhood trauma? Do you wish you could draw near to God and be comforted, but feel abandoned in the storm of despair? You are not alone, friend. It was not that long ago that I was sobbing through breast cancer treatments i…
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