Isabel called to tell us about being on the other side of a hard chapter of life.
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If you have anxiety, depression or any sense of the world around you, you know that not *everything* is going to be okay. In fact, many things aren’t okay and never will be! But instead of falling into the pit of despair, we’re bringing you a little OK for your day. Every we ... Show More
Feb 17
445. IGTBO: Widow Weddings, Sleepovers, and My Dead Uncle’s Sweater
You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve looked at the world. You know, like we do, that not everything is going to be OK. But to start 2026, we’re going to look at some of the things that make us feel like something will be OK. If you need a sign that there is still good in the world, ... Show More
41m 43s
Dec 12
444. Baby Wants a Gas Mask
Kids ask for the darndest things, and this year, Nora’s youngest asked for… a gas mask. An old-timey gas mask. So, she asked for the weirdest things that your kids have asked Santa for, AKA a nightmare fuel gift guide. (Warning: do not listen with little kids in the car because w ... Show More
45m 12s
Nov 2022
How To Live In The Present During Overwhelming Times
When you look into the future, you're just inviting in anxiety over something that probably isn't going to happen or isn’t going to feel the way that you think it's going to feel. Instead, you could be living in the present and savoring the moment. I know, so much easier said tha ... Show More
13m 14s
Dec 2018
174. Ruth Whippman (writer) – A mindful, productive, super-positive nation of nervous wrecks
In the years before the election of the impossible president rent forever the very fabric of being, the band Radiohead was busy channeling something many of us were feeling but nobody was really talking about. A kind of ambient, multivalent state of anxiety that seemed to charact ... Show More
47m 35s
Oct 2025
From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God’s Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] :: Erica G
<div>In this episode I chat with the lovely Erica Gwynn, author, podcaster, and mom about her new book <em>That’s Just Not True</em>. She shares how easily we start believing lies about our worth, purpose, and identity. From the pressure to “have it all together” to the quiet voi ... Show More
49m 28s
Mar 2025
listen to this when life feels heavy
231: The episode to listen to when you're feeling off, uninspired with life, or point blank, when you're in the trenches (like I currently am). I'm sharing gentle reminders and resources that help me navigate difficult seasons of life (no matter how short or long the season is). ... Show More
24m 20s
Feb 2025
Oversharing About Wedding Planning, Mental Breakdowns, Keeping the Spark Alive, & More
<p>#185. In a rare turn of events, we are doing a Q&A episode today. You’re being nosey, I’m (happily) oversharing about all things wedding, relationships, mental health, & more. This episode is meant to make you feel a little better about yourself as I share how not-toge ... Show More
50m 55s
Jul 2023
EP 250 From Stressed Out to Peace-Full (Unstuck Summer Series)
When was the last time you felt overwhelmed? Perhaps it was by unknowns in the future, information, the news, disappointment, fear, the needs of the people around you, or something you saw on social media. In this episode, Christine will empower you to get honest with God so you ... Show More
27m 51s
<p>“I completely lost touch with reality. You can’t rely on those around you, and you can’t rely on what’s within you. That’s the most terrifying thing in the world.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Producer: </strong>Whit Missildine</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Summary: </stro ... Show More
