Best Mat Watson Podcasts (2025)

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311: Emotionally Immature Parents: How Can We Stay Emotionally Healthy While Loving Them Well? 36:55

1d ago36:55

36:55

How do we honor and love emotionally immature parents without losing ourselves in the process? In this raw and compassionate episode, I share biblical, emotional, and practical wisdom for navigating the complex relationship with emotionally immature parents—especially when their behavior triggers deep wounds, guilt, and confusion. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN…

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310: Detaching Yourself Emotionally from Your Kids' Decisions with Kate Battistelli 29:01

9d ago29:01

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Emotionally detaching from our adult children isn’t easy, especially when we’ve spent years guiding their choices and offering support. But at some point, healthy parenting boundaries become essential. In today’s episode, author Kate Battistelli joins us to share how we can embrace the empty nest season with purpose, release the urge to control or …

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309: Letting Go of Mom Guilt, Parenting Regrets, + Motherhood Mistakes 27:56

16d ago27:56

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Do you carry mom guilt over things you said or did during the hard seasons of motherhood? Motherhood mistakes can feel heavy, but we were often doing the best we could at the time. Today, I am sharing how you can use the ADD model to let go of parenting regrets and unrealistic expectations as parents. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:13] Why Does Mom Guilt H…

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308: Real Talk on Relief from Overwhelming Emotions in Motherhood with Becky Thompson 37:26

23d ago37:26

37:26

Let’s be real friends, motherhood is hard. We’re all craving relief from the overwhelming emotions that come with it, but how do we actually find it? Today, I’m joined by best-selling author Becky Thompson to bring some deep encouragement for moms. We go beyond surface-level fixes and talk honestly about the real emotions in motherhood. This episod…

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307: Staying Hopeful When You're Waiting for a Miracle: My Sister's Story of Addiction and Redemption 44:06

30d ago44:06

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Have you ever found yourself waiting for a miracle, wondering if God is really working behind the scenes? Today, my sister Kris joins us to vulnerably share her story of trusting God through her journey with addiction. We talk about the power of prayer and how God used our family relationship to lead her toward healing and salvation. If you're hold…

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306: On Addiction, the Enneagram and a Healthy Fix for Our Inner Brokenness with Ian Morgan Cron 49:17

1M ago49:17

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Even if you don’t think of yourself as an addict, today’s episode will show you how addiction can take many forms. Author Ian Morgan Cron invites us to look beneath the surface, showing how we are all addicted to something, whether it’s control, approval, performance, or distraction. In this conversation, you'll learn how the 12 Steps can bring hea…

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305: What to Ask Yourself to Stop Procrastination, Complaining and Victim Thinking with John G. Miller (Mental Fitness Series) 32:01

1M ago32:01

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Do procrastination, complaining, and victim thinking impact your day-to-day life without you even realizing it? As part of our Mental Fitness Series, author John G. Miller joins us for an eye-opening episode about how we can shift negative thought patterns with his “Question Behind the Question” (QBQ) concept. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:49] What Does “…

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304: Stop Negative Thought Spirals: "Get Off the Mat" + "What Thoughts Will You Let Land?" (Mental Fitness Series) 26:17

2M ago26:17

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Do you deal with negative thought spirals? You have the ability to take control of your thoughts, and today I want to show you how. This is first episode of our mental fitness series where I’ll share practical tools and powerful reminders of what’s possible when we choose which thoughts we allow to “land” in our minds. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [01:23] Wh…

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303: Navigating Emotional Triggers in Marriage Rooted in Father Wounds with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield 41:04

2M ago41:04

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Are father wounds unknowingly impacting your emotions in marriage? Sometimes, we do not realize where our emotional triggers in marriage come from, and today, we are shining the light on them. Join us as counselor Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield discusses how we can heal from father wounds and build emotional confidence along the way. This episode dis…

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302: How Toxic Thinking Led to Infidelity and How Managing Emotions Led to Healing with Mark and Jill Savage 45:42

2M ago45:42

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Navigating emotions in marriage isn’t always easy, but the right mindset can make all the difference. Today, marriage coaches Mark and Jill Savage join us to discuss the importance of changing your mindset in marriage because when you change your thoughts, you change your relationship. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [04:23] Mark and Jill’s Story of Repairing T…

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301: What to Do When Your Husband Shuts Down Emotionally with Sathiya Sam 45:04

2M ago45:04

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How can we support the men in our lives in recognizing and processing their emotions - without it leading to conflict? If you’ve been looking for ways to improve communication in marriage, this episode is for you. International speaker Sathiya Sam joins us to share his insights on building emotional intimacy and preventing emotional shutdown in mar…

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300: Healthy Ways to Share Emotions in Marriage Using the A.D.D. Method 30:55

3M ago30:55

30:55

Are you looking for a tool to help you with expressing emotions in marriage? Last week we discussed why it is important to bring our emotions to God first, but what happens when we need to express our emotions in marriage? Join me today as I share how we can use the ADD method to build emotional confidence in our relationships. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: […

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299: Emotions in Marriage: When Should You Share (and When Should You Not)? 23:25

3M ago23:25

23:25

We all desire emotional intimacy but should we share all of our emotions in marriage? Today we are exploring why emotional regulation and seeking God’s wisdom before we go to our partners with our emotions can strengthen our relationships. If you want to improve your mindset in marriage and create deeper connections, join me today! WHAT YOU’LL LEAR…

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298: Aging with Emotional Confidence as a Christian Woman: Thoughts on My 50th Birthday 35:10

3M ago35:10

35:10

What’s your mindset around getting older as a Christian woman? Aging often impacts women’s confidence, especially in our western culture. In today’s episode (in honor of my 50th birthday!), we’re talking about uplifting ways to process your emotions and build godly confidence during this stage of life. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:52] Are You Questioning…

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297: Believing in God’s Love Again After You’ve Been Hurt with Rachael Adams 33:34

3M ago33:34

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How can you believe in God’s love when the wounds of the past feel overwhelming and you’re dealing with broken trust? Whether you’ve dealt with a betrayal in a relationship, hardships in life, or church hurt - you are not alone in what you’re going through. If you are having difficulty trusting God after you’ve been hurt, today’s episode with autho…

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296: Are You In an Emotionally Toxic Friendship? 31:19

4M ago31:19

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Friendships are a beautiful gift from God, but have you ever experienced a toxic friendship that crossed emotional boundaries? In today’s episode, I share key signs of a toxic friendship and how to set boundaries around them – especially if you struggle with people-pleasing. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:04] What is an Emotionally Toxic Friendship? [05:11…

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295: Overcoming Loneliness: Practical Mindset Shifts to Build Friendships Starting Now with Becky Harling 43:31

4M ago43:31

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Many of us feel lonelier than ever, but what if there were ways to start building connections and overcome that loneliness? Author Becky Harling joins us to discuss powerful mindset shifts for loneliness that we can implement today. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [04:56] Why Do We Feel Guilt and Shame Around Loneliness? [06:57] How Can We Break Free From The T…

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294: Emotional Confidence Through Chronic Pain 36:32

4M ago36:32

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If you deal with chronic pain you know that managing emotions often feels emotionally draining. There is a lot of science-based evidence on the emotion-pain connection - which is what I will be sharing about today. You are not alone in the emotions you experience with chronic pain and I am walking this journey right alongside you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN…

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293: Learning to Name What You're Feeling with Anjuli Paschall 37:43

4M ago37:43

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Do you struggle with naming emotions? Do you wish you had a tool to help you name your feelings? In today's episode, author Anjuli Paschall joins us to share why noticing your feelings may feel challenging and ways you can start to learn more about them. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [05:05] Our Emotions Are a Gift That Draws Us Closer to God [07:48] The Stor…

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292: Analyzing Your Emotions: "What Am I Feeling and Why?" 23:27

5M ago23:27

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Asking yourself ‘What am I feeling?’ can feel very daunting, but understanding your emotions is a powerful step toward emotional self-awareness. Join me today as we explore how analyzing your emotions can bring you closer to yourself and God. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [00:33] How Can We Build a Habit Around Noticing Our Emotions? [05:14] The First Questio…

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291: Turning Inward to Make Outward Changes This Year 28:06

5M ago28:06

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It is the time of year when everyone is goal-setting and focusing on outward achievements - but what if God is calling you to embrace emotional replenishment first? Join me today as I talk about the impact of going inward and how not every season of life is about outward production. It might be the time to step back, focus inward, and start waiting…

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290: Best of Episode: Ep 242: "How Can I Manage My Fear of the Future?" 32:55

5M ago32:55

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If you struggle with managing anxiety around your fear of the future, you are not alone. Today is a replay of the most popular episode this year and as we are all creating new year goals, it is important to bring it back. As we head into 2025, I hope this episode helps with ideas around managing fear so you feel confident to step into your God-give…

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289: Moving Through Fear to Step Into Our Career Calling with Kelsey Kemp 31:50

5M ago31:50

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How can we trust God and overcome fear as we step into our career calling? In today’s episode, Christian career coach Kelsey Kemp joins us to uncover what it truly means to partner with God while exploring our life’s purpose - despite the very real fears that can hold us back. If finding purpose has been on your heart, this episode will support you…

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288: Emotional Confidence Through Empty Nest Syndrome with Ann Dunagan 39:08

5M ago39:08

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Is empty nest syndrome impacting your life too? Today, motivational speaker Ann Dunagan joins us to share insights on managing emotions through this transition and how to work through feelings of loneliness, identity shifts, and fear of the unknown while trusting God’s plan for this new season. It is possible to have emotional confidence throughout…

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287: Leaving a Legacy of a Well-Lived Life with Sally Clarkson 46:43

6M ago46:43

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What does leaving a legacy mean to you? In this episode, author Sally Clarkson shares how living for God has supported her throughout her life and how our legacy is something we discover during different seasons of life. Although life was never promised to be perfect, living without regret is possible when we realize that we are already accepted in…

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286: Emotional Confidence Through Holiday Stress 30:15

6M ago30:15

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Although the holidays bring joy, they can also bring holiday stress. Taking care of our mental health during the holidays is essential to fully enjoy the season. If you want to prepare yourself for the emotions during the holidays, join me today! Make sure to grab a journal as I share a practical three-part plan to help you build emotional confiden…

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285: Toxic Gratitude: When Is Being Thankful More Harmful Than Helpful? 25:22

6M ago25:22

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It’s the time of year when being thankful is at the front of our minds, but when can this slip into toxic gratitude? Join me today as I share Bible verses and tools that you can use to process your emotions and step into healthy gratitude this season. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [01:44] 3 Verses to Support Us As We Lean Into Gratitude [06:24] How Can We Tel…

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284: Live from the Emotional Confidence Book Launch Party! 22:48

6M ago22:48

22:48

My book Emotional Confidence has officially been out in the world for a week and I want all of you to join us in celebration! I hosted my very first book launch party to celebrate with those who live locally and have been supporting me through this journey. Today I wanted to share the speech I wrote about what can happen when we trust God to work t…

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283: How Can Managing Your Emotions Change Your Life? 36:26

7M ago36:26

36:26

We’re tying our series on managing emotions together with testimonials of how this powerful mindset work can truly transform your life and relationships. In this episode, I'll be opening up with personal stories and testimonials to show you how managing emotions can strengthen your relationships and create a more joyful life. My book, Emotional Con…

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282: Emotional Responsibility: How to Stop Owning Other's Feelings + Take Charge of Your Own 41:35

7M ago41:35

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What does it mean to take responsibility for your feelings? Today, I am discussing how we can take charge of our feelings in a way that honors both ourselves and the people around us. Determining our emotional responsibility is key to having a thriving life! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:27] What Does It Mean to Take Emotional Responsibility as a Christia…

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281: Emotional Confidence Through Hormones and Perimenopause with Dr. Mikala Albertson 29:19

7M ago29:19

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If you’re dealing with up-and-down emotions in perimenopause, you may wonder, “What’s happening to my body and my moods?” In this episode, author Dr. Mikala Albertson shares how mood changes in menopause can affect us, ways to start the conversation with our doctor about hormone testing, and how we can address our fears around our bodies changing. …

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Article 4- Star Wars, Coal Wars, and Timelessness? 22:01

7M ago22:01

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Star Wars, Coal Wars, and Timelessness... what??? Join Mattingly Watson as she finds the answer exploring Article 4 in a fun and interactive episode of the Constitution Corner!By Mattingly Watson

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280: Emotional Confidence Despite Political Anxiety and Election Stress 35:48

7M ago35:48

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Managing our emotions is crucial for navigating difficult conversations during times of political anxiety and election stress. Join me as I discuss the importance of speaking the truth in love and share key questions to ask yourself before engaging with those who hold differing opinions—all while building emotional confidence with Scripture in mind…

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279: Step 3: How Can We DECIDE to Respond to Our Feelings In Light Of Biblical Truth? 22:07

8M ago22:07

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In today’s episode, I’m guiding you through the "Decide" step of ADD (my signature emotional management tool), where we learn how to obey God instead of giving in to our emotional impulses. I share practical tools to help us manage our emotions and surrender them to God, even when it’s hard. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:39] Decide: What Action Does God W…

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278: Step 2: How Can We DISCERN God's Voice Over the Chaos of Our Emotions? 14:42

8M ago14:42

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In today's episode, we're diving into step two of the ADD process - Discern. Join me as I share the importance of discerning truth from lies, how we can clarify these truths through emotional management tools, and the importance of growing in our ability to hear God’s voice so He can help guide us through life’s challenges. Remember that we need to…

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Article 3- Treason, SCOTUS, and Olivia Rodrigo? 21:48

8M ago21:48

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Treason, SCOTUS, and Olivia Rodrigo... how do those even go together? Join Mattingly Watson as she finds the answer exploring Article 1 in a fun and interactive episode of the Constitution Corner!By Mattingly Watson

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277: Step 1: How Can We ACKNOWLEDGE Our Emotions Without Letting Them Take Over? 13:51

8M ago13:51

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How can we acknowledge our emotions without letting them take over? Join me as we explore the first step in a powerful method I teach in my upcoming book “Emotional Confidence”. Join me as we discuss the importance of emotional management tools to help us notice our feelings (and validate them!) without judgment – which is essential for emotional h…

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276: Emotional Prep: How to Find Calm First So You Can Process Your Feelings 23:25

8M ago23:25

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Ever feel like your emotions take over and you find yourself wondering why you reacted the way you did? Today I want to introduce you to something I call “emotional prep” which can help you calm your emotions, build emotional confidence, and find peace within the chaos so you can move from a sympathetic to a parasympathetic state. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN…

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275: How Can I Name What I'm Feeling (When My Emotions Feel So Overwhelming)? 29:50

8M ago29:50

29:50

If you are looking for a resource to help you notice your feelings using the support from science + scripture, join the book launch team for my new book, Emotional Confidence! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [05:09] Why is It Important to Learn How to Express Our Emotions? [08:54] How Can The Emotional Iceberg and Emotional Wheel Help Us Understand The Emotions…

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Article 2- The Presidential Rap, Robin Williams, and Term Limits? 22:01

8M ago22:01

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Rapping, Robin Williams, and term limits... what in the world could those have to do with each other? Join Mattingly Watson as she finds the answer exploring Article 2 in a fun and interactive episode of the Constitution Corner!By Mattingly Watson

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274: Are Emotions Sinful? How Can We Honor Emotions While Also Honoring Biblical Truth? 28:31

9M ago28:31

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Many Christians wonder– are emotions sinful? Join me today as I help ease the burden of how to process emotions with 5 truths that can help us honor both emotions and Biblical truth. Looking for a resource on how to navigate emotions for Christians (that’s also based on science)? Join the book launch team for my new book, Emotional Confidence! WHAT…

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Article 1- Green Eggs and Ham, Schoolhouse Rock, and filibusters? 21:00

9M ago21:00

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Schoolhouse Rock, Filibusters, and Green Eggs and Ham... what in the world could those have to do with the Constitution? Join Mattingly Watson as she finds the answer exploring Article 1 in a fun and interactive episode of the Constitution Corner!By Mattingly Watson

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273: Overcome the Fear of Managing Emotions with 4 Empowering Truths 25:14

9M ago25:14

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Let’s address the elephant in the room - many of us struggle with the fear of managing emotions. Fear often prevents us from working through our feelings and finding emotional healing. If you are afraid to manage emotions, tune in for the empowerment to address them. Join me today as I share 4 empowering truths that will give you permission to rela…

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272: Healing from the Shame of Unprocessed Emotions in Your Life and Relationships 6:26

9M ago6:26

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Do feelings of shame come up when you think about processing your emotions? Do you find yourself turning to distractions because you don’t know how to deal with them? Today we are continuing the talk about managing emotions with an episode that I hope will empower you to make a change, begin healing shame, and start to learn how to manage your emot…

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271: (New Book!) Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science + Scripture 30:59

9M ago30:59

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Did you know that building emotional confidence changes how you relate to yourself, other people, and God? I hear from so many different people about how they struggle with managing their emotions so today I’m sharing an inside look into my new book Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science + Scripture. Building confidenc…

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270: How Can We Help Our Teen Girls Understand Their Identity in Christ? with Hannah Conway 34:05

10M ago34:05

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Many of us wonder how we can help our teenage daughters, sisters, nieces, friends or granddaughters live confidently in their identity in Christ despite cultural pressures. How can we positively influence our teen girls' mental health? In this episode author Hannah Conway shares her insight on how we can lovingly help our teen girls understand how …

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269: How to Be More Playful When You’re A Control Freak 21:50

10M ago21:50

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Many of us want a more joyful life and we’ve heard about the power of play as an adult. But what does that look like as a type-A woman, especially when it’s hard to release control, surrender and have fun? Join me as I share the power of letting go and how we can ease ourselves into play–for more happiness and freer you! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:25] …

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268: How to Nourish Your Physical Self to Boost Your Mental Health 20:03

10M ago20:03

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What if I told you that one of the best ways to boost your mental health has nothing to do with your mind? Our physical well-being is often overlooked when we are focusing on self-care for mental health but it can be the key to making a drastic change in our mental well-being! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [00:39] Your Body Is a Holy Temple That Affects Your …

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267: Bible Verses that Meet Your Emotional Needs for Love, Comfort + Purpose 36:29

10M ago36:29

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Our emotional needs are what makes us human – and thankfully, God wants to help meet these needs. Today I am sharing Bible verses for emotional needs for love, comfort and purpose, and 3 ways we can use scripture as therapy. Friend, let these verses help you embrace daily joy! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [03:19] Emotional Need #1: The Need to Be Loved [07:4…

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266: You Are Worth The Commitment To Yourself 38:21

11M ago38:21

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Struggling to keep your commitments and stick to your goals? If you feel like something is in the way of you fulfilling your self-commitments, join me as I share my story of taking action steps to build the gift of commitment in your life! If you want to build mindsets that help you stay committed, make sure to download my new free training “10 Hab…

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