What does healing from people-pleasing look like in real life, not just at the beginning, but years later? In this episode, I share my personal story of people-pleasing, where these patterns began for me, how God brought healing, and what it looks like now to live on the “maintenance side” of emotional healing. 

We talk about fear of abandonment, over-functioning in relationships, parenting adult children, nervous system vigilance, and the ongoing process of learning how to stay grounded in safety and trust instead of falling back into old survival patterns. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] What Healing from People-Pleasing Actually Looks Like Over Time 

[03:00] The Fear Underneath My People-Pleasing Patterns 

[05:00] How Parenting Adult Children Triggered Old Patterns Again 

[07:00] Why People-Pleasing Is Really About Safety + Emotional Survival 

[10:00] The Family Roles That Quietly Shape Identity 

[13:00] How Childhood Survival Patterns Affect the Nervous System 

[16:00] The Medical Crisis That Forced Me to Look at These Patterns 

[19:00] Why Over-Functioning Can Feel Like Love 

[22:00] The Anchor Analogy God Keeps Bringing Me Back To 

[25:00] What It Means to Live on the “Maintenance Side” of Healing 

RESOURCES: 

The People Pleasing Mindset Makeover is an 8-session one-on-one coaching process designed to help women understand the deeper roots of people-pleasing, rewire unhealthy patterns, and build healthier emotional responses through brain science, biblical truth, and practical tools. 

Learn more or apply here:
👉 AliciaMichelle.com/coaching 

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 359: People Pleasing: Is This the Real Reason You’re Exhausted + Overwhelmed? 

Ep 360: People Pleasing: When You’re the “Good Girl” Who Keeps the Peace in Your Family 

Ep 361: People Pleasing: Break the Cycle with Brain, Body + Biblical Tools for Less Exhaustion + Healthier Relationships

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What if people-pleasing isn’t something you fix by trying harder—but a pattern your brain and body learned to use for safety? In this episode, I unpack why people-pleasing can feel so difficult to change, even when you know it’s exhausting you, and how healing requires more than just willpower or better boundaries. 

We talk about the brain-based patterns underneath people-pleasing, why your nervous system resists change, and how Scripture, brain science, and practical tools can work together to help you build healthier relationships, calmer responses, and lasting emotional freedom. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] Why People-Pleasing Isn’t Just a Bad Habit to Break 

[03:00] What Romans 12:2 Has to Do with Brain Science + Emotional Healing 

[05:00] Why Willpower Doesn’t Create Lasting Change 

[08:00] The Hidden Brain Patterns Keeping You Stuck in People-Pleasing 

[11:00] How Trust Issues with God Can Affect Emotional Healing 

[14:00] What Brain Priming Is + How It Helps Rewire Old Patterns 

[17:00] Why Boundaries Alone Aren’t Enough 

[19:00] How the Nervous System Impacts Your Reactions in Relationships 

[22:00] Why You Can’t Make Wise Decisions from a Triggered State 

[25:00] What Healing Looks Like Beyond Just “Trying Harder”  

RESOURCES: 

Tired of the exhaustion of making everyone happy and keeping the peace at all costs?   

Grab Alicia’s People Pleasing Check-In Workbook: A three-part guided exercise to uncover what’s driving your people pleasing and begin moving toward healthier relationships, clearer thinking and greater emotional peace.  

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 358: When Emotions Feel Scary: Practical Tools to Courageously Process What’s Inside 

Ep 359: People Pleasing: Is This the Real Reason You’re Exhausted + Overwhelmed? 

Ep 360: People Pleasing- When You’re the “Good Girl” Who Keeps the Peace in Your Family 

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Caring for an aging parent: so many of my friends are in this stage right now! If you’re also in this season, you understand how emotionally overwhelming it can be to care for an elderly parent. What do we do with the guilt, the grief and the new boundaries we must set as we try to offer support on so many levels, often while also pursuing career and personal goals (and for many of us, still raising kids)? 

In this episode, I sit down with hospice nurse and author Linda Larson to talk honestly about the emotional tension and the faith-stretching that comes with caring for aging parents. Linda offers not only biblical encouragement but also extremely practical advice for walking through this season well.  

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] Why Midlife Caregiving Feels So Emotionally Complicated 

[05:00] What Emotions Are Normal When Caring for Aging Parents? 

[09:00] Why Role Reversal Creates Grief for Both of You 

[16:00] What If Your Relationship With Your Parent Wasn’t Healthy? 

[21:00] How Do You Help Without Trying to “Fix” Aging? 

[26:00] Why You Can’t Do Caregiving Alone 

[32:00] What If You Feel Resentful, Exhausted, or Spiritually Ashamed? 

[37:00] Where Can You Find Faith-Based and Practical Support? 

Connect with Linda Larson via email at linda.prepare2care@gmail.com, or check out her book Walk Me Home: A Companion for the Caregiving Journey on Amazon.  

JOIN ME IN MARCH/APRIL FOR A 6-WEEK STUDY ON STRESS LESS: 

If you’re exhausted from carrying situations that won’t change and feel stuck in stress loops you can’t seem to escape, join us for our next 6-week journey inside the Emotional Confidence Club: “Stress Less: A 6-Week Journey to Release Control + Make Peace with What Isn’t Changing.” 

Let’s learn how to process the emotions underneath control, release what isn’t yours to carry, and experience peace, even when circumstances stay the same. 

Go to AliciaMichelle.com/club to join the March/April study. 

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 350 — Why Is It So Hard to Surrender and “Let Them”? 

Ep 349 — How Can We Stress Less + Find Peace When Nothing Is Changing? 

Ep 342 — Help for Emotional Overreaction in Relationships 

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Hormones. Wrinkles. Getting older isn’t for sissies, right? If you’re ready for a new perspective on aging, you’ll love today’s episode on aging gratefully and aging gracefully. We’re chatting with my friend and body image coach Heather Creekmore on finding the humor in aging (and the blessings) even through perimenopause and our changing bodies. Tons of laughter in this episode with a fresh take on how we as Christian women can feel confident and comfortable in  our own skin through mid-life changes. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:40] Have You Noticed Changes in Your Body? 

[09:22] Our Culture Reinforces The Message That Aging Is Bad

[15:10] The Mental Shift to FInd Gratitude in Aging

[22:42] Are You in a “Sandwich” Life Season--Called to Help Aging Parents While Still Caring for Children at Home?

[26:00] “There is No Prize For Being a Martyr – Neither Here nor in Heaven”

[29:41] When We Have Grateful Hearts, Our Tendency to Compare Diminishes

[33:27] Alicia’s Reflections: Do You Desire Support As You Walk Through Life Changes?

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Are you navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? If so, join us in the Onward + Upward Collective to gain the accountability, support, and encouragement (plus optional 1:1 coaching) you need to boldly pursue God's good plans.

Connect with best-selling author Heather Creekmore

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123: Overcoming Body Image Issues + Finding Body Confidence with Rachael Gilbert

241: Is Your Distorted Body Image Hurting Your Health Journey? with Laura Lindhaul

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Have you been letting fear keep you from making changes? Many of us have the best intentions yet we get stuck in the cycle of taking in information and not acting on it. Join me in part 4 of our mental refresh series as I discuss why making a change goes beyond having willpower, the top 3 things that prevent us from making changes, and how we can overcome the fear of change. Become your best you this summer by being obedient to God and making the changes that He has been calling you to do!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:41] God Cannot Change Us Until We Are Willing + Able to Change

[09:35] Will You Decide to Follow What God is Calling You to Do?

[12:29] We Cannot Solely Focus on Willpower to Change

[16:24] Are You Afraid of How Making a Change is Going to Affect Others?

[23:28] Are You Letting Your Emotions Impact The Changes You Want to Make?

[26:06] “Faith + Trust in God is The Bridge That Carries Us Over The Fear of Change”

[28:58] Three Resources to Help You Build Structure Around Life Changes

RESOURCES:

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Want to gain a fresh perspective on your life? Step out of the chaos + join me for a fresh touch from God with the Goal Planning Workshop.

RELATED EPISODES:

243: What to Do When Fear Strikes (3 Steps to Living in Peace + Hope)

244: You Can Have a Different Response to Fear and Anxiety

252: Discovering God-Centered Courage to Confidently Move Through Fear with Jennifer Allwood

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?

260: Who’s the Gatekeeper of Your Thoughts?

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Are you managing the thoughts that come into your mind? Our mind is the most valuable real estate in our body and if we can protect it, we can make a dramatic difference in how we live, function, and see God in our everyday lives. Join me as I explore the concept of a mental gatekeeper including why they are so important and powerful strategies to develop a mental gatekeeper that will help you discover more confidence, joy and peace!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:30] We Don’t Have to Accept Every Thought That Comes Into Our Mind

[06:30] Who Do You Have “Manning The Gate” When a Thought Comes in?

[09:00] Why is a Gatekeeper So Important? Our Thoughts Shape Our Brains

[13:03] Four Patterns That Present As Gatekeepers - What Are Yours?

[21:10] We Want a Gatekeeper That Models The Holy Spirit’s Voice

[24:17] Addressing Your Gatekeepers with the Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to join the launch team for my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”, coming November 12th!

RELATED EPISODES:

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?

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So often we want to jump right past difficult emotions or get a three-step plan to fix them…but what if sitting in those emotions is the key to allowing God to heal them? Join me today as we discuss how God-centered mindfulness can help us address our emotional triggers and break the patterns underneath our emotional responses.

Looking for a mental refresh this summer? Check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle for Christ-centered meditations, affirmations and Bible study that restore your heart with peace and calm.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:00] What is God-Centered Mindfulness?

[07:01] Mindfulness Gives Us The Ability to Accept What is

[13:09] Mindfulness Does Not Keep Us Stuck in Self-Pity

[15:33] What Are The Deeper Patterns Under Your Emotional Triggers?

[20:15] Making Space with Intentional Practices to Step Into The Presence of God

RESOURCES:

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Discover how God's love radically changes your identity, your perspective and your ability to find peace in the “I Am Loved” Bible Study!

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

RELATED EPISODES:

116: Mindset Matters: What Is Mindfulness and Is Mindfulness Appropriate for Christians?

220: How Can Christian Meditation Help You Better Manage Stress?

222: How to Manage Emotional Overwhelm with Christian Meditation

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

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Stuck in a season of overwhelm and want more life balance? Whether or not you struggle with workaholism, we can easily forget that we are human beings rather than human doings. In this episode, you will learn how overcoming burnout is crucial if we want to follow God’s plan for our lives and ways that we can receive replenishment in this season.

Make sure to join me over the next four weeks to help you slow down, listen to God, and set the re-set a more restful pace for your life!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:13] Are You Slipping into Burnout? Learn to Notice Your Burnout Signs 

[08:12] Is Making Everyone Happy Keeping You Stuck in Overwhelm + Burnout?

[11:28] We Need to Stop, Be Still, and Sit at The Feet of Jesus

[15:30] Training Our Souls to Notice Beauty + Abundances Within Our Boundary Lines

[19:29] Two Ways I’m Receiving Replenishment in a Burnout Season

[25:12] Where Do We Go From Here? Using The Goal Setting Workshop + Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

If you’re tired of living day-to-day in exhaustion and overwhelm, I want to show you how to recenter your life on what matters and find new purpose. You're invited to step out of the chaos + join me for a fresh touch from God at this Goal Planning Workshop!

Ready to refresh your mind, body, and spirit as you explore one of the world's most beloved regions? Join us for an unforgettable 10 days of rejuvenation, exploration, and fun in beautiful Tuscany, Italy! Learn more about this incredible retreat here.

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

RELATED EPISODES:

125: How the Hustle Culture + Need to Achieve Nearly Took My Life

246: Join Me Italy in 2025 for a Rest-Filled, Christ-Centered Travel Retreat for Women!

247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos

253: What Does Realistic Rest Look Like When You’re Tired of Being Tired? with Jess Connolly

257: Can Boundaries + Limitations Be a Gift? with Sara Hagerty

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Do you find yourself resenting your limitations and boundaries of this season? What if living with limitations can be a gift? Best-selling author Sara Hagerty joins us today to share that finding peace and contentment in our limitations is not only possible but life-changing when we accept them

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:53] Do You Feel The Pressure to Optimize Your Life?

[06:33] Naming and Grieving Our Limitations Gives Us Freedom From Them

[12:22] Has Daydreaming Lead to Bitterness About Your Limitations?

[17:22] Freedom Is Found in Accepting Our Boundaries and Limitations

[21:53] Rest and Receiving Can Be The Most Life-Giving Gift 

[26:14] What If You Aren’t Meant to Overcome But to Submit to Your Weaknesses?

[28:23] Alicia’s Reflections: What Can Nature Teach Us About Boundaries?

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Connect with best-selling author Sara Hagerty

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Can we be real? Motherhood is relentless–even if it is a blessing. How can we have the right perspective about our ability to be “enough”  as moms, despite ongoing parenting struggles? Our guest today, author, speaker and mom of 8 Bethany Kimsey, shares powerful advice on renewing our motherhood mindset for any mom feeling disillusioned, tired, or worn out.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:51] Have You Put Filters on How You Show Up As a Mom?

[08:38] Thoughts of Performance & Comparison Originate From The Enemy  

[11:08] Who Sets Your “Pace” for What It Means to Mother Well?

[20:20] Finding Contentment in Motherhood Seasons Where You’re Not Seeing the Fruit 

[27:22] A Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal - The Importance of Praying For Our Children

[30:13] Alicia’s Reflections: What Mindsets Cause You to Feel Hopeless as a Mom?

RESOURCES:

Looking for a simple way to bring more peace into your day? Check out my Christian Meditations for Daily Calm where you can refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace (in about 5 minutes!) when life is stressful. 

Connect with author and speaker Bethany Kimsey

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Find yourself trying to perform and overachieve yet always feel like you’re coming up short? Our guest today, author Becky Beresford, shares with us a new perspective on women’s empowerment and why we need to bring God back into the equation. Join us as Becky and I discuss feelings of inadequacy, where self-empowering messages are lacking, and how to restructure self-confidence mantras to reflect godly confidence. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[05:40] Becky’s Story: Feeling Inadequate and Believing All the Lies

[11:30] [11:30] It’s Not Self-Dependence, It’s God Dependence 

[15:00] Learning to Speak THE Truth as We Speak OUR Truth

[20:58] Doing Hard Things (The Easier Way)

[26:02] God is Here to Open Up Doors For Us

[27:46] Confession, Repentance, and Forgiveness… as Christ-Centered Empowerment

[34:20] “Put Jesus Back Into Self Empowering Messages”

[36:03] Alicia’s Reflections: The Other Lies That Becky Confronts In Her Book "She Believed HE Could, So She Did”

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Connect with author, speaker, and coach Becky Beresford

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Is it possible to stop people pleasing when you have spent your entire life seeking approval from others? If you were raised in chaos and dysfunction, you probably spent your childhood years searching for connection and security in your life - and have now carried this pattern with you. Author Courtney Burg and I discuss helpful strategies for people pleasers, the impact of staying tethered to our family of origin, and how to build God-centered confidence. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:13] Where Does The Pattern of People Pleasing Come From?

[08:44] Implementing Healthy Confrontation Instead of Gossip

[11:48] Are You Wrapped Up in The Narrative of What it Means to be Caring, Hardworking, and Loyal?

[15:40] We Aren’t Meant to Stay Unhealthily Tethered to Our Family of Origin

[19:43] “There's A Lot of Freedom When We Unhook From Being Each Other's Messiah”

[21:35] How Did Jesus Manage The Line of Pleasing God versus Not Pleasing Man?

[26:42] Ways We Can Start to Work Through People Pleasing 

[32:02] Alicia’s Reflections: Can We Implement God-Centered Confidence and Move Forward With Change in Our People Pleasing Patterns?

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Connect with author, speaker, and teacher Courtney J. Burg

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Have you ever found yourself pushing past the point of exhaustion even though you are completely overwhelmed and tired? So many of us are experiencing burnout and mental exhaustion yet we feel as if something is wrong with us for needing rest or we are scared of slowing down. Today I am joined by Jess Connolly, author of “Tired of Being Tired”, to talk about the importance of giving things over to God, ways that we can implement rest into our lives, and self-care for women (which goes much deeper than quick fixes). 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:27] “Receive God's Realistic Rest for Your Soul-Deep Exhaustion”

[07:58] We Need to Be Renewed by God Before Realistic Rest Can Work

[11:51] Equating Our Spiritual Worth in How Much We Can Do - Pushing Past The Point of Exhaustion 

[19:59] Giving Things Over to God - Practicing for Heaven

[23:11] You Aren’t Broken If You Can’t Carry The Weight of The World or Handle The Pace of Our Culture

[27:01] It’s Scary to Slow Down and Rest - Rest Takes Courage and Bravery

[30:19] What Are Some Real Ways That We Can Make This a First Step of Change? 

[34:51] Alicia’s Reflections: Where in Our Lives Do We Need Rest in This Season?

RESOURCES:

Looking for a simple way to bring more peace into your day? Check out my incredible resource, Christian Meditations for Daily Calm, where you can refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace (in about 5 minutes!) when life is stressful. 

Grab Chapter One of Jess’s Book “Tired of Being Tired” for free!

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Anxiety: when does everyday worry cross into something that needs more attention? In this episode, I talk with Becky Keife about her personal journey with anxiety, what helped her recognize when she needed support, and how God met her in the middle of it. 

You’ll learn how to tell the difference between situational worry and ongoing anxiety, why high-achieving women often struggle silently, and how simple daily practices can help turn anxiety into an invitation to connect more deeply with Jesus. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] Why Anxiety Feels So Common Right Now 

[04:00] How Becky’s Anxiety Showed Up in Her Body 

[07:00] Why High-Achieving Women Often Hide Anxiety 

[12:00] How Do You Know When Anxiety Needs More Attention? 

[17:00] Why Shame Keeps Us From Getting Help 

[18:00] Why a Daily Devotional Format Helps in Anxious Seasons 

[20:00] What “Peace Practices” Actually Look Like in Real Life 

[24:00] How Anxiety Can Become a Bridge to Jesus 

Connect with Becky Keife on Instagram (@beckykeife), or check out her book A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul on Amazon or wherever books are sold. 

JOIN ME IN MARCH/APRIL FOR A 6-WEEK STUDY ON STRESS LESS: 

If you’re exhausted from carrying situations that won’t change and feel stuck in stress loops you can’t seem to escape, join us for our next 6-week journey inside the Emotional Confidence Club: “Stress Less: A 6-Week Journey to Release Control + Make Peace with What Isn’t Changing.” 

Let’s learn how to process the emotions underneath control, release what isn’t yours to carry, and experience peace, even when circumstances stay the same. 

Go to AliciaMichelle.com/club to join the March/April study. 

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 349 — How Can We Stress Less + Find Peace When Nothing Is Changing? 

Ep 341 — Step #1 to Calming Emotional Spirals: Notice + Name Your Feelings 

Ep 330 — How to Manage Big Out-of-Control Emotions 

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Do you find yourself staying in your comfort zone because of anxious thoughts and fear of the future? I have seen so many women wanting to move toward what God has called them to do but have not learned how to move with fear. Join business coach and best-selling author Jennifer Allwood and I as we share about moving forward despite fearful thoughts, including how courage and confidence build as we work through fear (not vice versa).

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:27] We Must Choose to Work Through Fear Instead of Run from Fear

[08:10] We Have Been Trained to Not Trust Ourselves 

[11:39] If We Pay Too Much Attention to Our Feelings, They Will Always Steer Us in The Wrong Direction

[15:27] “Confidence is a Crock of Crap”

[25:54] “You Cannot Ask God to Show You What He Wants You to Do If You've Been Ignoring What He's Been Whispering in Your Ear for Years”

[35:58] Alicia’s Reflections: Am I Letting Fear Get In The Way of What God Has Planned For Me?

RESOURCES:

Need support for navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? Join us in the Onward + Upward Collective: A Christ-centered community offering the accountability, support and encouragement (plus optional 1:1 coaching) that Christian women need to boldly pursue God's good plans. Go here to learn more and join us (doors close April 15)!

Grab Chapter One of Jennifer’s Book “Fear Is Not The Boss Of You” for free!

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We often hear about the fear of failure but there are so many more types of fear such as the fear of success that play a role in holding us back from our dreams. Listen in as I share Bible stories about fear, why it is important to face fear rather than run from it, and a few personal stories around how I am navigating my fear of success. 

Need support in overcoming fear to fulfill the dreams God has put in your heart? If so, apply now for the Onward + Upward Collective - spots are limited!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:44] Where Does The Fear of Success Come From?

[09:16] “Lord, Will I Be Able to Handle This Success?”

[16:28] Differentiating Between Pachad Fear and Yirah Fear 

[21:05] We Need Others to Help Motivate Us and See Things We Cannot See to Help Us Fulfill Our Dreams

RESOURCES:

Need support for navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? Join us in the Onward + Upward Collective! Coaching is by application only and spots are limited (plus we start April 15) so sign up today!

RELATED EPISODES:

248: Going through Life Changes (or Need to Make Some Changes?) You’re Invited to Accountability, Encouragement and Support in Group Coaching

250: What Character Trait Would Make Your Current Life Season Easier?

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Have you ever thought about how developing different character traits could make your current life transition easier? The traits we have ingrained in us are automatic responses, which can save us time and energy. Join me today as I talk about four different character traits with practical examples of how they can help us, why we need to be mindful of our thoughts, and how we can develop new character traits. 

Want to work on building different Christian character traits with 1:1 support? If so, apply now for the The Onward + Upward Collective- spots are limited!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:32] Let’s Navigate Lifestyle Change Well in the Onward + Upward Collective!

[05:15] Allow God to Transform the Way You Think

[07:05] Character Traits are a Repeated Set of Actions That Have Been Ingrained in Us

[10:05] Four Different Character Traits That Can Help You in a Life Transition

[13:45] How Can We Start to Develop New Character Traits?

RESOURCES:

Need support for navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? Join us in the Onward + Upward Collective! Coaching is by application only and spots are limited (plus we start April 15) so sign up today!

RELATED EPISODES:

247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos

248: Going through Life Changes (or Need to Make Some Changes?) You’re Invited to Accountability, Encouragement and Support in Group Coaching

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Ever desire to dream big for God and have expectant faith… but wonder, “how does that really happen when life feels hopeless and I have no idea how to make these dreams a reality?” Today we’re talking about taking the first step toward a dream (even when we’re full of fear and need help finding hope). Listen in to find biblical encouragement and to learn the first steps toward believing God to bring big dreams to fruition.

P.S. We aren’t meant to make changes alone! if you want 1:1 help working through obstacles, and to find accountability, encouragement and community as you pursue God-sized dreams, apply now for the The Onward + Upward Group Coaching Program!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[05:07] We May Have Faith… But Do We Have Expectant Belief in God’s Unseen Plan? 

[08:06] How Do We Handle Doubt, Especially When We’ve Made Mistakes?

[11:50] Will You Emotionally Dwell in the Victories or the Challenges?

[13:24]  God Shows Us the Next Step After We’ve Taken the First One

[16:19] Let Me Help You Work Through the Obstacles and Make Your God-Sized Dream a Reality 

RESOURCES:

Need support for navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? Join us in “The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program”! It is by application only and spots are limited so sign up today!

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239: Stuck in An “Expired” Season? Seeking God for Perspective on What’s Next with Shayna Rattler

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Are you walking into a new life season and need personalized encouragement, accountability and community? If so, you’re in luck because I am welcoming the next group of women into The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program starting in April. Let’s talk about why this program is the perfect mix of goal setting and Christian coaching to help you live out the dreams that God has placed in your heart!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:58]  Desiring change? Get much-needed support in The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program

[07:09] What makes this Group Coaching program different?

[09:54] Study the Bible with Me LIVE Using the Spiritual Growth Rhythm

[12:32] Apply for Coaching today to grab one of the limited spots!

[14:16]  You don’t have to walk through life’s changes alone. Let us help you walk through change together!

RESOURCES:

Need support for navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? Join us in “The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program”! It is by application only and spots are limited so sign up today!

Looking to refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace (in about 5 minutes!) when life is stressful? Check out Alicia’s “Christian Meditations for Daily Calm” resource.

Ready to refresh your mind, body, and spirit as you explore one of the world's most beloved regions? Join Alicia in September 2025 for a life-changing travel retreat to Italy!

RELATED EPISODES:

235: Join me! Group Coaching: Let’s Go Onward + Upward in Your Godly Calling in 2024

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Tired of living exhausted from life’s everyday chaos? We’re each responsible for finding rest (mental rest and emotional rest) but how? Listen, we need accountability and community to create these new rhythms of rest, and today I’m sharing practical tips for mental rest and emotional rest, and also several powerful ways to create self-care rhythms in order to avoid burnout. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:21] Alarming statistics about burnout

[08:48] What is emotional rest?

[13:35] How is mental rest different from emotional rest? 

[22:45] Three ideas for emotional rest - let’s build rhythms together! 

[28:36] Tools you can use for mental rest - let’s take back control of our thoughts!

[33:54] Need support in creating rhythms of rest? Join us in “The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program”

RESOURCES:

Need support in creating rhythms of rest? Join us in “The Onward and Upward Group Coaching Program”! It is by application only and spots are limited so sign up today!

Looking to refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace (in about 5 minutes!) when life is stressful? Check out Alicia’s “Christian Meditations for Daily Calm” resource.

Ready to refresh your mind, body, and spirit as you explore one of the world's most beloved regions? Join Alicia in September 2025 for a life-changing travel retreat to Italy!

RELATED EPISODES:

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231: Italy Trip Recap! When A Dream Comes True (All the Feels + Surprising Challenges)

246: Join Me Italy in 2025 for a Rest-Filled, Christ-Centered Travel Retreat for Women!

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How’d you like some spiritual replenishment… while enjoying beautiful Italy?! I am thrilled to announce that I’m hosting a Christian Women’s retreat in September 2025 in Tuscany! Today I’m sharing the details of this life-changing retreat including our destinations, daily activities and of course all those amazing things about Italy like the food and culture! Listen to my conversation with Karolina, our trip event host and planner, and hear more about this intimate and personalized experience for women focused on soul rest. PS, If you are interested, sign up soon because spots are limited!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:39] You get to come to Italy with me for a life-changing retreat!

[06:05] What does Tuscany have to offer? Hint: it’s the best of everything

[09:10] The best aspects of traveling with someone who knows the area

[14:28] The incredible places you will experience when you join me on the Italy Retreat

[26:36] The FOOD! We will be enjoying five-course meals at the villa

[30:20] This retreat will bring some life-changing energy to your life

[32:15] The personalized care and support that this retreat offers

RESOURCES:

Ready to refresh your mind, body and spirit as you explore one of the world's most beloved regions? Join Alicia in September 2025 for a life-changing travel retreat to Italy!

Check out Alicia’s Christian Meditations for Daily Calm to refresh your spirit when life is overwhelming and stressful. 

RELATED EPISODES:

231: Italy Trip Recap! When A Dream Comes True (All the Feels + Surprising Challenges)

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Ever wonder “What is God’s purpose for my work? Does my work matter for eternity, even if I’m not a missionary or don’t work for a church?” Best-selling author Jordan Raynor and I share about unspoken mindsets in the Church regarding secular work and life purpose, the Bible’s surprising wisdom on the type of work God sees as valuable, and how to discover new enthusiasm for the daily work God’s given you in this season. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:48] Is the Great Commission the Church’s Only Mission?

[08:33] Are Those Called to Secular Work on the “Junior Varsity Team for God”?

[11:40] “God values our work and delights in every project we manage”

[14:47] But won’t any work outside of sharing the Gospel be burnt up on Judgment Day?

[25:41] On the pressures Christian women feel to call our businesses a “ministry”

[33:59] “If you're seeking first the kingdom of heaven, then nothing you do is secular”

[36:28] Alicia’s Reflections: Do you carry the mental weight of believing that your job isn’t valuable?

RESOURCES:

Go here to get Alicia’s FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Connect with best-selling author Jordan Raynor and get his new book, “The Sacredness of Secular Work”

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Although living with anxiety, fearful thoughts, and fear of the future feels like a burden that we have to carry with us throughout our lives - this can be changed. Today we are talking about how we are wired to depend on God when we are managing fear and how we can develop a plan that can help us work through our anxious thoughts.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:50] Is it possible to have a different response to fear and anxiety?

[04:16] We have to have discipline around our fear

[07:44] We are wired to depend on God

[10:55] Developing an anxiety management plan

RESOURCES:

Check out Alicia’s Calm Your Anxiety Tool Kit to create your custom plan to manage your anxious thoughts. 

RELATED EPISODES:

163: How I Take Courage, Manage Anxiety, and Release Fear with Amy Debrucque

201: It's Time to Make a Plan to Manage Anxiety, Release Fear and Stop Worry 

242: “How Can I Manage My Fear of the Future?”

243: What to Do When Fear Strikes (3 Steps to Living in Peace + Hope)

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When anxious thoughts strike, many of us start to develop a fear of the future. In this episode, you will learn 3 steps you can take to turn your fearful thoughts and anxiety into healthy coping strategies for managing fear and bringing more peace and hope in your day-to-day life.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:06] How can we have compassion (instead of condemnation) for fear?

[05:24] Changing worldly fear into godly fear

[11:55] Where are we emotionally dwelling?

[15:25] Developing healthy anxiety coping strategies + your anxiety management plan

RESOURCES:

Check out Alicia’s Calm Your Anxiety Tool Kit to create your custom plan to manage your anxious thoughts. 

RELATED EPISODES:

163: How I Take Courage, Manage Anxiety, and Release Fear with Amy Debrucque

201: It's Time to Make a Plan to Manage Anxiety, Release Fear and Stop Worry 

242: “How Can I Manage My Fear of the Future?”

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Maybe it’s time to surrender a tough situation, or to “let” people be who they’re going to be. But how in the world does that happen? Let’s talk about why letting go feels so much harder than it sounds, what’s really underneath our resistance, and how to move toward peace without suppressing your emotions or pretending it doesn’t hurt. 

Learn why surrender often brings up grief, fear, and identity questions, how stress loops form when situations don’t change, and what it looks like to process emotions with God so peace becomes possible, even when circumstances remain the same. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] Why Surrender and “Let Them” Feels So Hard 

[06:00] Our Hidden Fears Around Surrender and Letting Go 

[09:00] Here’s What’s Really Behind Our Need to Control… 

[12:00] When Letting Go Feels Like Losing Your Identity 

[14:00] Ever Confuse “Being Loving” With Taking Control? 

[16:00] How Stress Loops Form When Nothing Is Changing 

[19:00] What Real Peace Requires 

[21:00] How Emotional Tools Help You Stop Replaying Stressful Situations 

JOIN ME IN MARCH/APRIL FOR A 6-WEEK STUDY ON STRESS + LETTING GO OF CONTROL: 

If you’re exhausted from carrying situations that won’t change and feel stuck in stress loops you can’t seem to escape, join us for our next 6-week journey inside the Emotional Confidence Club: “Stress Less: A 6-Week Journey to Release Control + Make Peace with What Isn’t Changing.” 

Let’s learn how to process the emotions underneath control, release what isn’t yours to carry, and experience peace, even when circumstances stay the same. 

Go to AliciaMichelle.com/club to join the March/April study. 

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 349 — How Can We Stress Less + Find Peace When Nothing Is Changing? 

Ep 342 — Help for Emotional Overreaction in Relationships 

Ep 341 — Step #1 to Calming Emotional Spirals: Notice + Name Your Feelings 

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Do you struggle with anxiety around managing fear of the future? You are not alone. In this episode, you will learn how to combat these anxious thoughts and break free from the cycle of fear so that you can surrender to God. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:43] Is fear bad?

[04:36] What is the difference between worldly fear and godly fear? 

[08:00] The concept of pachad and yirah 

[12:14] Are you stuck in the fear coping mechanism cycle?

[14:05] What is a healthy coping mechanism to deal with fear?

[15:06] Are there “cracks in your foundation” when it comes to trusting God? 

RESOURCES:

Check out Alicia’s Calm Your Anxiety Tool Kit to create your custom plan to manage your anxious thoughts. 

RELATED EPISODES:

163: How I Take Courage, Manage Anxiety, and Release Fear with Amy Debrucque

201: It's Time to Make a Plan to Manage Anxiety, Release Fear and Stop Worry 

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Is better health a New Year’s resolution for you? Join me for this fascinating conversation with today’s guest exercise physiologist and nutrition coach Laura Lindhaul as we talk about the role that mindset and mental health plays in losing weight and building a healthy body. What distorted body mindsets have you adopted over the years? How can we as women find healing and body acceptance from these mental patterns? Let’s talk about it!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:25] “The Church Doesn’t Talk Enough About Body Image” 

[09:09] Asking Ourselves, “What Mental Agreements Do I Have About My Body?”

[13:38] Wait, Don’t We Just Need More Body Positivity?

[15:47] The Opposite Side of The Spectrum - Body Shaming 

[18:19] Body Neutrality: “My Body is The Least Important Thing About Me”

[23:11] What’s Your Why for a Healthier Body?

[26:27] Are You Trying to Control the Outcome of Your Health Instead of Contributing to It?

[29:31] Is It Time to Admit that Body Image Is a Problem?

[35:02] Alicia’s Reflections: What Trips You Up in Your Body Image?

RESOURCES:

Go here to get Alicia’s FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Check out Alicia’s 4-week “I Am Loved” Bible Study Course to rediscover the gift of knowing you’re loved by God. 

RELATED EPISODES:

123: Overcoming Body Image Issues + Finding Body Confidence with Rachael Gilbert

Connect with exercise physiologist and nutrition coach Laura Lindhaul

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How can we find hope in the darkness and get a new perspective in hard times? Listen to this conversation I had with Pastor Alan Wright about learning to see our life through Jesus’ perspective, what masks our ability to see God’s take on a situation, and why it is important to have Jesus as our tour guide. Although it might feel impossible to see the light during these moments or seasons of life, let’s talk about how walking with Jesus to renew your mind in hard times can restore our hope and confidence through everyday trials.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:20] How Our Perception Affects Our Purpose and Daily Joy 

[07:11] “God, Am I Seeing This Correctly?”

[09:26] Jesus Helps Us See What We Are Missing

[14:13] False Perceptions That Get in The Way of Our Relationships

[16:14] Seeing Ourselves Through Jesus’ Eyes

[19:52] Changing Our Prayers from “Save Me from This” to “Help Me See What I Need to See”

[25:40] How Do Anger and Grief Shape Our Perspective?

[32:10]  “Jesus, How Do You Want Me to See This?”

[40:09] From Alicia: What If You Imagined God Next To You In This Hard Situation? 

[04:20] How Our Perception Affects Our Purpose and Daily Joy

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

148: Find More Joy in Your Life This Year with This Powerful Mindset Switch

162: 7 Ways to Stay Strong During a Spiritual Battle

203: You have Permission to Savor the Good Despite the Pain and Fear

Connect with Alan:

Alan Wright is the lead pastor of Reynolda Church in North Carolina and the author of the book “Seeing As Jesus Sees”, which he and Alicia discuss in this episode. 

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

Sign up for this free training to learn more!

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Are you in a transition season and find it difficult to let go? On today’s episode of the podcast, Alicia sits down with author and speaker Shayna Rattler to discuss what an “expired” season is, why it is so difficult to let go of, and why making space and hearing God through a “stillness fast” will help you figure out what’s next for you. Alicia and Shayna also get into why clarity is not as important as we make it out to be and how we often have to take the first step with fear. 

If you need accountability and encouragement to move forward, despite fear, there is still time to apply for The “Onward and Upward” Group Coaching Experience! In this program, you’ll be supported by Alicia and a community of women who will help you with goal setting as you approach a new life season. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:30] What Is An “Expired” Season?

[04:26] Signs That You Are In An Expired Season 

[07:38] A Practical Example of an Expired Season From Shayna’s Life 

[11:33] Why Is It So Hard To Let Go of an Expired Season?

[12:46] The Words “Purpose, Destiny, Assignment, and Calling” Are Not Synonyms

[18:35] How to Figure Out “What’s Next” After An Expired Season - Stillness Fast

[21:46] We Do Not Need Clarity, We Just Need to Take The First Step

[24:38] If We Do Not Take Action Toward God’s Plan For Us, He Will Give The Assignment to Someone Else

[26:29] Taking the First Step Out of An Expired Season - Move With Fear

[30:56] Alicia’s Takeaways and Reflections

RESOURCES:

Shayna’s Free Ebook

“Onward and Upward” Group Coaching

Connect with Shayna:

Website

Instagram

APPLY NOW: Onward + Upward Group Coaching Starts in Early 2024!

Would you like accountability as support as you make big changes in your life, pursue a dream or seek God for what's next in this season?

If that's you, apply now for my brand new group coaching experience: "Onward + Upward" Group Coaching.

Imagine if you could have 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and caring community to help you confidently create a step-by-step action plan to meet your goals, work through the obstacles along the way, and grow spiritually as you seek God's best plans for your life!

"Onward + Upward" Group Coaching Experience is the perfect mix of 1:1 coaching with Alicia and group teaching/support. It's a great if you're looking for:

--personalized guidance from a trained Christian coach

--accountability and encouragement to overcome obstacles

--help hearing God's voice and establishing priorities in this u?…≥ΩÅhrist-centered confidence

NOTE: Space is extremely limited and is by application only. If you're interested, don't wait!

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Are you tired of feeling lonely? Unfortunately, loneliness is at an all-time high having an impact on our physical, spiritual, and emotional health. As heart-wrenching as this is, there are ways that we can combat this loneliness and feel more connected this year! Join me today as I dive into powerful statistics around loneliness, why building deeper connections can help us to feel less lonely, and 9 different mindsets to be aware of that further our isolation. 

Finding connection in community is more important now than ever and if you need encouragement from a group of like-minded women, I invite you to apply for the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Experience. I created this program to help women with goal setting so that they can make the changes they want for God's glory. Learn more and apply today!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:54] Why Do We Need to Pay Attention to Loneliness? 

[03:09] The Greatest Gift of Community is Being Able to Make Change Together

[05:39] Loneliness and Declining Social Connections

[08:07] The Impact of Loneliness on Our Physical Health

[09:55] How Does Social Media and Technology Influence Loneliness?

[12:23] Building Deeper Connections to Fulfill Our Need for Community

[16:00] 9 Different Mindsets That Further Our Isolation 

[21:39] True Community Requires Vulnerability

[22:41] APPLY NOW: The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Experience - The Most Effective Change Happens Within Community 

[25:52] A Prayer For This Year 

RESOURCES:

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

235: Join me! Group Coaching: Let's Go Onward + Upward in Your Godly Calling in 2024

236: It's Safe for You to Become the Woman God Intends You to Be

APPLY NOW: Onward + Upward Group Coaching Starts in Early 2024!

Would you like accountability as support as you make big changes in your life, pursue a dream or seek God for what's next in this season?

If that's you, apply now for my brand new group coaching experience: "Onward + Upward" Group Coaching.

Imagine if you could have 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and caring community to help you confidently create a step-by-step action plan to meet your goals, work through the obstacles along the way, and grow spiritually as you seek God's best plans for your life!

"Onward + Upward" Group Coaching Experience is the perfect mix of 1:1 coaching with Alicia and group teaching/support. It's a great if you're looking for:

--personalized guidance from a trained Christian coach

--accountability and encouragement to overcome obstacles

--help hearing God's voice and establishing priorities in this unique season

--practical tools to work through inner fears and increase Christ-centered confidence

NOTE: Space is extremely limited and is by application only. If you're interested, don't wait!

Apply now at VibrantChristianLiving.com/coaching

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This year has been painful for so many of us but with God’s support, emotional healing, and the right tools, it is possible to move forward! Whether you have gone through hard times or feel a transition season upon you, many of us see the new year as a fresh start. I am here to lovingly remind you that we have to do more than just hope for a change, we have to take concrete action in starting over. 

Join me in this episode of The Christian Mindset Coach as I discuss how to deal with the pain that we are still carrying from this year, the differences between counseling and coaching, and how having a coach can help you step into the life that you desire.

If you are tired of coming into the new year with a lack of support around your hopes and dreams, you’re invited to do something different. The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Program was created to support you in goal setting and to help you make a plan to show up well in life transitions! Learn more and apply now here.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:28] A New Year Doesn’t Necessarily Mean That Things Are Going to Change

[03:40] We Have The Power to Decide How We Show Up In The New Year

[05:57] Two Strategies We Can Use to Move Through Pain - Counseling & Coaching

[11:00] Coaching - A Tool to Help You Get Where You Want to Go

[16:18] APPLY NOW: The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Experience

RESOURCES:

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching

BetterHelp

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

226: How to Honestly Process Pain Before a Loving God When Life Is Hard with Dr. Michelle Bengston

235: Join me! Group Coaching: Let's Go Onward + Upward in Your Godly Calling in 2024

236: It's Safe for You to Become the Woman God Intends You to Be

APPLY NOW: “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Starts January 22!

APPLY NOW: Onward + Upward Group Coaching Starts in Early 2024!

Would you like accountability as support as you make big changes in your life, pursue a dream or seek God for what's next in this season?

If that's you, apply now for my brand new group coaching experience: "Onward + Upward" Group Coaching.

Imagine if you could have 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and caring community to help you confidently create a step-by-step action plan to meet your goals, work through the obstacles along the way, and grow spiritually as you seek God's best plans for your life!

"Onward + Upward" Group Coaching Experience is the perfect mix of 1:1 coaching with Alicia and group teaching/support. It's a great if you're looking for:

--personalized guidance from a trained Christian coach

--accountability and encouragement to overcome obstacles

--help hearing God's voice and establishing priorities in this unique season

--practical tools to work through inner fears and increase Christ-centered confidence

NOTE: Space is extremely limited and is by application only. If you're interested, don't wait!

Apply now at VibrantChristianLiving.com/coaching

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Do you feel safe to step into your calling and follow your dreams? Unfortunately, many of us have had our safety compromised through different life experiences and we now find ourselves relying on logical willpower in order to meet our goals. 

In today’s episode, I am diving into the possibility of rebuilding emotional safety within ourselves and God to move forward in confidence. By overcoming fear, managing emotions, and remembering that you are fully loved as you are - you can become who God intends you to be.

As you walk into goal planning for the next year, make sure to ask yourself the three questions that I share in this episode so that you can dream big and become the best version of yourself!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:19] The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Program

[05:21] You Do Not Have to Change To Be Accepted by God

[11:53] What Is Our Role In Becoming The Best Version of Ourselves?

[13:09] The First Question to Ask Ourselves During Personal Quality Time - “God, What Do You Have For Me In This Season?”

[15:47] The Importance of Feeling Safety and Security While Moving Toward Our Dreams

[21:43] The Second Question to Ask Ourselves During Personal Quality Time - “Do I Feel Safe In God?”

[25:46] The Third Question to Ask Ourselves During Personal Quality Time- “How Has God Been Faithful In The Past?”

RESOURCES:

Christian Mindset Makeover

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

235: Join me! Group Coaching: Let's Go Onward + Upward in Your Godly Calling in 2024

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching:

A brand new year is upon us and I am wondering, are you ready to make a change?

Maybe there is a dream or desire in your heart for things to be different. Or maybe there is a new hobby, habit, or goal that you are trying to pursue but you need concrete steps and loving support to work through the fear and overwhelm.

If this sounds like you, I invite you to apply for the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching experience that starts January 22nd. 

Imagine having 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and a community of caring women going through the same experience to help you meet your goals.

Throughout this program, I will support you in confidently creating a step-by-step action plan as you work through obstacles and grow spiritually.

I can't wait to help you release fear and build confidence to boldly follow God’s plan for your life!

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Ready to learn how to become your best you in the upcoming year? Throughout the past few episodes, we have talked about the importance of goal planning to step into the big plans God has for us. If you have thought to yourself  “This sounds great, but how can I start moving towards those plans?”, this episode is for you!

Today let’s discover the three reasons why I created the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching program, how to move past goal setting obstacles, and why being in a community of supportive women can help give you the encouragement you need to step into your purpose. If you are interested in making your God-given goals, dreams, and callings part of your new year resolutions, I invite you to apply to join us in this intimate container!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:38] Step Into God’s Plan For Your Life with the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Experience 

[08:34] Let’s Help You Move Through The Obstacles That Keep You From Your Goal

[12:26] Your Calling Is Important and God Wants You to Take the Next Steps Toward It

[14:09]  Imagine How Amazing It Would Be to Live an Intentional and Focused Life for God in 2024!

[16:35] 4 Ways to Know if You’re a Great Fit For The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Program

RESOURCES:

Christian Mindset Makeover

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

232: Renew Your Mind: Establish Truth-Filled Boundaries to Stop Racing Thoughts + Make Better Decisions

233: Restore Your Relationships: Create Guilt-Free Boundaries for Less Family + Friendship Drama

234: Rebuild Your Rest: Set Up Soothing Rhythms + Boundaries for Less Overwhelm 

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching:

A brand new year is upon us and I am wondering, are you ready to make a change?

Maybe there is a dream or desire in your heart for things to be different. Or maybe there is a new hobby, habit, or goal that you are trying to pursue but you need concrete steps and loving support to work through the fear and overwhelm.

If this sounds like you, I invite you to apply for the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching experience that starts January 22nd. 

Imagine having 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and a community of caring women going through the same experience to help you meet your goals.

Throughout this program, I will support you in confidently creating a step-by-step action plan as you work through obstacles and grow spiritually.

I can't wait to help you release fear and build confidence to boldly follow God’s plan for your life!

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Ever feel like you can’t get soul rest, no matter how hard you try? If so, you’re not alone! Rest and self-care can feel like just another thing to add to our to-do list but in today’s episode, I am sharing what it means to create rhythms of rest in everyday life, how to overcome obstacles to rest, and the importance of setting boundaries so that we can do more of what rejuvenates us. 

This episode will help you discover what’s preventing you from building rest into your life so that you can find more peace and replenishment from everyday stress. And, if you want support in bringing the phrase “new year new you” to life, make sure to join me in the Goal Planning Workshop!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:39] Rediscovering a Rest Filled Life

[06:30] The First Obstacle with Rest - We Don’t Know What Fills Us Up

[12:37] The Second Obstacle with Rest - It Can Feel Overwhelming

[14:19] Adding Rhythms of Rest into Our Daily Lives

[17:34] Practical Ways That We Can Fill Ourselves Up

[21:14] Using Delete, Delegate, and Dissect to Help Us Rest 

[23:24] Taking Action to Improve Our Lives

[25:38] 3 Resources That Will Help You Find More Rest

RESOURCES:

Christian Mindset Makeover

FREE Christian Mindset Workshop

“Onward + Upward” Group Coaching

Goal Setting Workshop

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

89: Permission to Rest, Hibernate + Find Resilience

125: How the Hustle Culture + My Need to Achieve Nearly Took My Life

149: A Fresh Look at How to Find Rest When You’re Tired of Being Tired with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

172: Why Do We Avoid Rest? Understanding and Getting Past Our Excuses 

232: Renew Your Mind: Establish Truth-Filled Boundaries to Stop Racing Thoughts + Make Better Decisions

233: Restore Your Relationships: Create Guilt-Free Boundaries for Less Family + Friendship Drama

Live Goal Setting Workshop: 

What if goal setting allowed you to honor your life, celebrate God’s blessings, and renew your perspective on what’s possible? This is how goal planning was meant to be. 

I want to help you become more energized and joyful in the coming year, help you create a specific plan for change, and celebrate your wins. 

Join us in this Goal Setting Workshop and let's discover a healing, Gospel-based approach to asking God to direct our next steps.

I can't wait to help you find clarity, renewal, and a new passion to love God and enjoy your life!

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Setting relationship boundaries can feel difficult, but with God’s support, it is possible to set boundaries without guilt! Listen in as I share how setting boundaries is not selfish, examples of where boundaries are needed in relationships, and 3 questions to ask yourself when you feel that a boundary is needed. We are all called to love each other and sometimes the most loving thing we can do is set a boundary.

If you want support in figuring out what is underneath your struggles to set boundaries, check out the Christian Mindset Makeover where we use proven brain science tools and truths of the Bible to rewire these patterns. And if the phrase “new year new you” seems daunting, make sure to join me in the virtual Goal Planning Workshop so you can have support in stepping into the dreams that God has planned for you!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:05] Which Relationships Are Calling For Your Attention?

[03:56] Is Setting Boundaries Within Relationships Selfish?

[06:36] Leaning on God to Help Us Set Boundaries

[10:23] Instances and Examples Where Boundaries Are Needed

[15:00] How Can We Best Love Each Other?

[17:04] The Importance of Making Allowances For Each Other's Imperfections

[20:21] 3 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Sense That You Need to Set a Boundary

[23:20] Asking God For Strength in Relationships

[25:21] Resources That Will Help With Boundaries 

RESOURCES:

Christian Mindset Makeover

FREE Christian Mindset Workshop

Coaching with Alicia Michelle

Good Boundaries and Goodbyes: Loving Others Without Losing the Best of Who You Are 

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

232: Renew Your Mind: Establish Truth-Filled Boundaries to Stop Racing Thoughts + Make Better Decisions

Live Goal Setting Workshop: 

What if goal setting allowed you to honor your life, celebrate God’s blessings, and renew your perspective on what’s possible? This is how goal planning was meant to be. 

I want to help you become more energized and joyful in the coming year, help you create a specific plan for change, and celebrate your wins. 

Join us in this Goal Setting Workshop and let's discover a healing, Gospel-based approach to asking God to direct our next steps.

I can't wait to help you find clarity, renewal, and a new passion to love God and enjoy your life!

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Ever felt stuck in ongoing situations that never seem to change and leave you feeling exhausted, frustrated or hopeless? 

In this episode, we talk about the unique stress that comes from chronic, unresolved circumstances and why these stress loops are so hard to escape. 

Learn why your nervous system stays activated in repetitive stress, how bitterness and emotional hardening quietly form, and what it looks like to begin finding peace even when nothing around you changes. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

[00:00] Why Ongoing Stress Feels Different Than Everyday Stress 
[02:00] Why Can’t I Feel Peace When Nothing Is Changing? 
[05:00] How Repetitive Stress Activates the Nervous System and Shapes Reactions 
[08:00] When Unresolved Situations Create Emotional Baggage and Resentment 
[11:00] Does Letting Go Mean We’re Giving Up? 
[14:00] How Chronic Stress Affects Emotional and Physical Health 
[17:00] Awareness Is the First Step Out of Stress Loops 
[20:00] How to Begin Noticing and Naming Stress Without Judgment 

Join me for the Virtual Rest Retreat in Feb 2026!  

Are you exhausted and in need of deep rest (but can’t get away)? Find rest with God that fits your budget, your schedule and your season of life at my Bible-based virtual retreat for Christian women seeking deep replenishment of mind, body and spirit!  

Register for the virtual rest retreat: AliciaMichelle.com/virtual-rest-retreat  

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 348: How Can We Find Rest That Actually Restores Body, Mind and Soul? 

Ep 344: How to DIY Your Own Rest Retreat (When Getting Away Feels Impossible) 

Ep 347: When What You’re Doing to Rest Isn’t Working — Living with Hidden Burnout + Exhaustion 

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Are you tired of the overwhelm that comes with racing thoughts? If so, I get it! Luckily, there are mental boundaries that you can set in order to renew your mind and live life without all of the baggage that you have held onto. 

Join me today as I dive into why we need to get to the root of our racing thoughts, the importance of getting our thoughts out regularly, and how feeding our minds with the truth of the Bible can support us in making better decisions. I am here to support you on this journey and I want to invite you to join me in either the virtual Goal Setting Workshop or the Christian Mindset Makeover. 

If you want to truly embody the phrase: “new year new you” while partnering with God to make this your best year yet, listen to this episode and take action today!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:05] The Importance of Looking At and Creating Boundaries Around Our Thoughts 

[04:15] We Have to Decide That What We Are Thinking About Matters

[07:37] Getting Our Thoughts Out Regularly - Using Morning Pages

[11:16] Feeding Our Minds With Truths of The Bible - Using a Bible Study

[12:57] Getting To The Root Cause of Why We Are Feeling a Certain Way

[14:27] Using The “Christian Mindset Makeover” to Help Us Rewire Our Thoughts

[17:41] How Our Lives Life Can Become Easier And Lighter by Using These Practices

RESOURCES:

Live Goal Setting Workshop

“I Am Loved” Bible Study

Christian Mindset Makeover

FREE Christian Mindset Workshop

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What happens when one of your God-sized dreams comes to fruition? In this episode of The Christian Mindset Coach, I am sharing with you what I learned about dreams from my trip to Italy! Join me as I reflect on my 10-day trip including how I dealt with my inner critic when it came up, why it is important to touch base with God around our dreams, and how Italy changed how I want to show up in my life.

If you want to go for your dreams but aren’t sure where to start, I would love to help you with goal planning in my Live Goal Setting Workshop!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:16] The Fulfilment of Alicia’s 30-Year Dream To Go To Italy

[17:41] Traveling In a New Way

[19:12] Alicia’s Experience Dealing With Her Inner Critic in Italy

[29:04] The Importance of Self-Reflection After a Dream Comes True

[32:46] What Alicia Learned About Dreams After Her Trip - Nothing is Out of Reach!

[36:24] Touching Base With God Around Our Dreams

[38:58] Live Goal Planning Workshop

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Live Goal Setting Workshop

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

Sign up for this free training to learn more!

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Have you ever found yourself trying to control God’s plan for you or felt stuck and unable to take the first step toward your God-sized dreams? These are two very common obstacles when pursuing our dreams but they do not have to be our reality. 

In this episode of The Christian Mindset Coach, I am sharing some insights to help you overcome these obstacles so you can go for your dreams! My hope is that you’ll see how important it is to allow and trust God to help you pursue them. If you are looking for support in goal planning and stepping into these dreams, make sure to sign up for the virtual Goal Setting Workshop!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:53] Overcoming The Obstacle of Trying to Control The Outcome of Your Dreams

[07:50] Asking God to Fulfill Our Dreams From The Right Perspective 

[11:10] Taking Matters Into Our Own Hands vs Trusting God to Help Us

[17:10] Overcoming The Obstacle of Getting Stuck While Pursuing Your Dreams

[21:45] God Is The Ultimate Connector 

[25:05] Impacting Others by Faithfully Following Our Dreams

[31:21] Don’t Be Afraid to Make Mistakes - You Won’t Be Perfect!

[33:31] Helping You Step Into Your God-Sized Dreams In The Live Goal Setting Workshop

RESOURCES:

Live Goal Setting Workshop

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

227: Stop Letting Disappointment Steal Your Dreams

228: Join me live! Goal Planning Virtual Workshop: Partnering with God to Discover What’s Next for You

229: “How Can I Know If A Goal or Dream Is From God?”

Live Goal Setting Workshop: 

What if goal setting allowed you to honor your life, celebrate God’s blessings, and renew your perspective on what’s possible? This is how goal planning was meant to be. 

I want to help you become more energized and joyful in the coming year, help you create a specific plan for change, and celebrate your wins. 

Join us in this Goal Setting Workshop and let's discover a healing, Gospel-based approach to asking God to direct our next steps.

I can't wait to help you find clarity, renewal, and a new passion to love God and enjoy your life!

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Ready to learn more about goal planning after last week’s episode? Today we are continuing the conversation around goal setting by answering a few questions such as “How do we know if a dream is from God? “What do we do if we can’t see past our everyday life?” and “How do we take the next steps towards the God-sized dream we feel within us?” 

I also invite you to my Goal Setting Workshop where we will dream big while also honoring and acknowledging all that God has done and will do for us!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:03] Goal Setting Virtual Retreat

[05:03] Is Day-By-Day Survival Keeping You From Dreaming + Setting Goals?

[07:40] Discerning if a Dream or Goal is From God: Tip #1

[09:05] Discerning if a Dream or Goal is From God: Tip #2

[09:44] Discerning if a Dream or Goal is From God: Tip #3

[13:17] Discerning if a Dream or Goal is From God: Tip #4

[15:48] Mindset Truth #1: A Dream May Not Be Ready For Us

[21:23] Mindset Truth #2: We Have To Be Willing To Be Refined

[24:23] Mindset Truth #3: Watch How You Speak About The Dream

[28:20] Helping You Create A Plan In The Live Goal Setting Workshop

RESOURCES:

Live Goal Setting Workshop

Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

227: Stop Letting Disappointment Steal Your Dreams

228: Join me live! Goal Planning Virtual Workshop: Partnering with God to Discover What’s Next for You

Live Goal Setting Workshop: 

What if goal setting allowed you to honor your life, celebrate God’s blessings, and renew your perspective on what’s possible? This is how goal planning was meant to be. 

I want to help you become more energized and joyful in the coming year, help you create a specific plan for change, and celebrate your wins. 

Join us in this Goal Setting Workshop and let's discover a healing, Gospel-based approach to asking God to direct our next steps.

I can't wait to help you find clarity, renewal, and a new passion to love God and enjoy your life!

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Looking for a goal setting strategy that allows you to move closer to the big vision that God has planned for you? Today I am sharing a sneak peek of the goal planning process I have used to dream big while inviting you to join me in my live Goal Setting Workshop! 

This is the perfect process for those of us who may feel like we have no idea what God is calling us to do next. In this episode, let’s discover a new way to set goals that resonate, energize us, and bring us closer to God’s vision.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:00] Live Goal Setting Virtual Retreat For Clarity & Renewal

[05:03] The Five Ws and H of Goal Setting

[07:44] Goal Setting Step 1: Looking Back

[09:09] Goal Setting Step 2: Looking Around

[14:26] Goal Setting Step 3: Looking Ahead

[17:00] Keeping Goals Manageable, Light, and Fun

[19:11] Realigning Your Heart with What God is Calling You to Next 

RESOURCES:

Live Goal Setting Workshop

“How to Change” Katy Milkman

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

144: Creating New Mindsets for Fresh Starts + New Beginnings in the New Year

227: Stop Letting Disappointment Steal Your Dreams

Live Goal Setting Workshop: 

What if goal setting allowed you to honor your life, celebrate God’s blessings, and renew your perspective on what’s possible? This is how goal planning was meant to be. 

I want to help you become more energized and joyful in the coming year, help you create a specific plan for change, and celebrate your wins. 

Join us in this Goal Setting Workshop and let's discover a healing, Gospel-based approach to asking God to direct our next steps.

I can't wait to help you find clarity, renewal, and a new passion to love God and enjoy your life!

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Unable to move forward because of disappointment? We all struggle with it sometimes. and it can keep us stuck living small and unable to dream big if we don’t acknowledge it and work through it. Today let’s dive into how to reawaken our hope and heal from our disappointment so we can live out the plans that God has for us. 

If you desire to heal from self-doubt and want to dream big by trusting God, I invite you to join me in the Christian Mindset Makeover. I created this program to help you get to the root of what has been weighing you down to help you move forward toward your dreams!

Listen to today's episode to help you face disappointment and watch out for next week’s episode because we are continuing this conversation around goal setting and stepping into who God wants us to be. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:47] Think Bigger, Ignite Your Voice… and Deal with Disappointment

[06:17] Our Voice (and Our Dreams) Are Signs that We’re Made in God’s Image

[08:38] Are Past Disappointments Keeping You Small and Safe?

[10:50] Overcoming Disappointment in Motherhood

[12:27] Overcoming Disappointment in Marriage

[13:39] Overcoming Disappointment in a Career

[18:33] We Must Name the Pain Behind our Disappointments

[20:20] Our Words and Thoughts Change Our Body Chemistry

[21:50] It’s Time to Release Disappointment and Reawaken Your Inner Dreamer

[22:24] Discover the “Where” and “Whats” in Your Disappointments 

[27:22] Action Steps: How to Start Healing from Disappointment

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Faithful Counseling 

Christian Mindset Makeover

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

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Have you ever found yourself asking “Where is God when it hurts?” When we’re walking through a season of life where we feel like our prayers aren’t being answered, it can be hard to remember that God is with us. Our guest today, Dr. Michelle Bengtson, shares her vulnerable story about writing her new book “The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out to God When Pain Overwhelms” in the midst of pain.

She opens up about processing pain in a way that honors that God is good, how to keep the faith when life is hard, and what we should (and shouldn’t do) in a painful situation. Her story is a reminder that God wants us to depend on Him and He is oftentimes doing greater work than what we are focusing on.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[06:25] Dr. Michelle’s experience of writing her latest book during the midst of pain

[10:36] How to keep our mind on God while also being present to what we are feeling

[13:20] The gift of lament

[17:40] What The Book of Job can teach us about our prayers not being answered

[23:13] “Flipping the script” on faulty thinking + common lies

[27:23] 3 things you shouldn’t do when you’re in a painful situation

[28:58] Dr. Michelle’s advice on what to do instead 

[32:27] Alicia’s takeaways and reflections

RESOURCES:

“I Am Loved” Bible Study Course

The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out to God When Pain Overwhelms

Connect with Michelle:

Website

Instagram

Podcast

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

209: A Doctor’s Personal Struggle with Depression with Dr. Michelle Bengston

Rediscover The Life-Changing Gift of God’s Love with The “I Am Loved” Bible Study Course!

Are you walking through a difficult season and really need to know that God is with you and that He loves you? 

Then, friend, I want to invite you to join me for the “I Am Loved” 4-Week Bible Study. 

The “I Am Loved” Bible Study is designed to help you not only grow closer to God but to learn HOW to hear His loving voice in your heart so that you can get a fresh perspective on your circumstances. 

This is an ON-DEMAND study, meaning you can start it just when you need it.

Join me for this life-changing Bible study so you can...

•Experience confident joy as God's love renews your mind

•Find peace as God's love helps you release worry and fear

•Rediscover hope as God's love offers a new perspective on life's trials

Go to VibrantChristianLiving.com/love right now to get this awesome, on-demand Bible study on God’s love.

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When you deal with perfectionism it can be hard to remember that even through your flaws, you are accepted by God. Today I wanted to give you permission to make mistakes and be imperfect so you can live out what God has planned for you. Listen in as I share powerful scriptures around acceptance and a few personal stories to remind you that you aren’t alone in this pattern.

If you are wondering how to overcome perfectionism, the Christian Mindset Makeover was created with you in mind! If you want to replace your inner soundtrack of perfectionism with God’s truth, I invite you to check it out. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:02] Alicia’s story around perfectionism 

[04:17] God still loves us in spite of our flaws

[06:15] 6 Scriptures to remind us that we are forgiven + accepted 

[13:56] A personal story about being accepted in your imperfect ways

[15:48] God’s acceptance allows us to live in freedom as perfectionists

[19:05] How we can change our perfectionism patterns with the Christian Mindset Makeover 

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

“I Am Loved” Bible Study Course

Christian Mindset Makeover

YouTube Channel

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

223: People Pleasers, You Don't Need to Apologize for Your Decisions

224: Performance-Addicts, You Don't Need to Prove Yourself to Anyone

205: Managing Rejection Pt 1: How Do You Stop Replaying A Hurtful Situation?

206: Managing Rejection Pt 2: How Can You Remain Strong + Courageous Despite Past Hurts?

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

Sign up for this free training to learn more!

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Ever feel trapped in the cycle of attaching your self-worth to your accomplishments? I know that I have! When you’ve subconsciously built an identity around performing for worth through workaholism, it can be a difficult pattern to rewire. But with God's support and a proven brain science tool - I’m here to show you that it’s possible. 

Join me as I share powerful “I am” statements from the Bible for over-performers and how to be secure in our inherent worth, identity, and talents that God has given us. If you can relate to being an overachiever and want freedom from these patterns, you’re invited to join me in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:08] The struggle of performance addiction 

[05:27] 4 “I am” statements for over performers 

[08:28] We get to decide what defines us (and what doesn’t) 

[12:30] We are given talents, but our talents do not define our value to God

[16:28] Do we use our talents to please God or to prove ourselves to others? 

[18:56] Two reflection questions + using brain science to rewire self-worth patterns with the Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Christian Mindset Makeover

YouTube Channel

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

223: People Pleasers, You Don't Need to Apologize for Your Decisions

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

Sign up for this free training to learn more!

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As a recovering people pleaser, I know what it’s like to place my self-worth in how others view me. If you are looking for support with people pleasing, listen in as I talk about how to stop apologizing when you are making a decision, Bible verses that demonstrate how we should treat others, and aspects of Jesus’ life to remind us of who we ultimately answer to. 

Over the next few weeks, I will also be helping you with mindset issues that pertain to perfectionism and overachieving. My hope is that you will start to see these patterns in your life and lean on God throughout the process of working through them. And if you want my support to help you stop people pleasing, check out the Christian Mindset Makeover!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:47] What you can expect in the next few episodes & a previous episode to help support you with self-confidence 

[04:57] A sign of being a people pleaser

[06:22] What’s the connection between the Type 2 Enneagrams + people pleasers?

[08:20] Healthy ways to make decisions with respect

[10:46] 4 Bible verses on how to treat others 

[16:16]  What can Jesus’ interactions with others teach us about people pleasing?

[24:45] Using ADD (Acknowledge, Discern and Decide) to help you work through emotions behind people pleasing

[27:50] Reflection questions + an invitation to find help for people pleasing in the Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Christian Meditations for Daily Calm

YouTube Channel

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

193: 6 Negative Self-Talk Phrases to Eliminate and Replace for More Self Confidence

FREE WORKSHOP: How to Break Free from Feeling “Never Enough”

Discover the proven brain science tool that silences the inner critic and cultivates godly confidence!

You don’t have to stay stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy.

What if I told you that there was a SECRET WEAPON for rewiring your mind to align with God’s truth: the proven BRAIN SCIENCE TOOL that pro athletes and high achievers have used for decades?!

Join the hundreds of Christian women who are using this highly effective brain science tool to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame, and striving for acceptance. 

Sign up for this free training to learn more!

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So many women are functioning in hidden burnout. Still showing up and serving. Still carrying responsibility. Still faithfully asking God for strength and trying to do the right things.  

And… still feeling depleted. 

This episode is really about one simple but honest question: why am I resting, but still exhausted? Not because we don’t believe in rest. Not because we don’t value it. But because what we’re doing to rest often isn’t touching the places where exhaustion actually lives. 

This isn’t about doing more to rest. It’s about understanding how rest actually works. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: 

[00:00] Why Trying to Rest Isn’t the Same as Being Restored 

[01:00] Why Doesn’t God’s Promise of Rest Always Feel Accessible? 

[03:00] What Does It Mean to Remain in the Vine Instead of Striving for Rest? 

[05:00] Why Are We So Confused About What Kind of Rest We Actually Need? 

[06:00] How Physical Rest Restores the Body 

[08:00] How Mental and Emotional Rest Heal Inner Overload 

[10:00] Why Spiritual Rest Creates Foundational Peace 

[12:00] How Sensory, Creative, and Social Rest Restore the Soul 

[17:00] Why Understanding Your Rest Needs Changes Everything 

[19:00] How to Begin Receiving Rest Instead of Trying to Produce It 

Join me for the Virtual Rest Retreat in Feb 2026!  

Are you exhausted and in need of deep rest (but can’t get away)? Find rest with God that fits your budget, your schedule and your season of life at my Bible-based virtual retreat for Christian women seeking deep replenishment of mind, body and spirit!  

Register for the virtual rest retreat: AliciaMichelle.com/virtual-rest-retreat  

RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 344 — How to DIY Your Own Rest Retreat (When Getting Away Feels Impossible) 

Ep 331: Overcoming Overwhelm: Less Chaos in Your Head, More Peace in Your Life 

Ep 347 — When What You’re Doing to Rest Isn’t Working — Living with Hidden Burnout + Exhaustion 

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Is managing emotions hard for you too? Today let’s talk about a very practical emotional management tool–Christian meditation. Even when emotions feel out of control and chaotic, Christian meditation can help with emotional overwhelm to bring peace and stress relief.

Let’s discover how the body responds to different emotions and how Christian meditation helps us to focus on the reality of who we are in God. I also share a few testimonials from women that have been using my brand-new resource, Christian Meditations for Daily Calm so you can hear how meditating for just 5 minutes a day can have a dramatic impact on managing emotions and overall stress relief.  

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:50] The body’s reaction during emotional overwhelm

[04:55] What are our natural responses to emotions?

[06:28] 4 ways that Christian meditation can bring calm in a stressful situation

[13:50] How to meditate on God’s word

[16:08] Powerful testimonials from women using Christian Meditations for Daily Calm

RESOURCES:

Christian Meditations for Daily Calm

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

221: Super Busy? 15 Ways Christian Meditation Can Fit Into Your Daily Schedule

220: How Can Christian Meditation Help You Better Manage Stress?

219: Is Christian Meditation Biblical? How Is Christian Meditation Different from Eastern Meditation?

218: New Christian Meditations for Calm! 3.5 Minutes to Refresh Your Mind with God’s Peace

Get Christian Meditations for Calm: It’s Time for More Peace + Less Crazy

Need a simple, biblical way to manage overwhelm + stress?

We know God offers peace, but...it's so hard to quiet our racing thoughts when life is chaotic.

Here's the great news: Christian meditation is a scientifically proven tool to soothe the nerves + connect with God to restore the soul.

Learn how to tap into God's peace in under 5 minutes with the Christian Meditations for Daily Calm: 30 meditation videos on Bible verses to refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace when life is stressful.

Get access to these Christian meditations now and enjoy this practical way to lower stress! 

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Love the idea of guided Christian meditation but feel like life’s too busy to add one more thing to your daily routine? I understand! Let’s talk about 15 ways that Christian meditation can fit into your daily routine to bring peace, no matter how busy you are! 

Whether you have a few minutes in the morning or time during your lunch break, being able to reconnect with God’s love will help to renew & refocus your mind. This is why my brand new resource Christian Meditations for Daily Calm, can be used on your phone in those brief moments throughout your day. Check them out here!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:55] Christian Meditation Idea #1: Right when you wake up

[03:38] Christian Meditation Idea #2: Before you go to sleep

[04:09]  Christian Meditation Idea #3: When you have 5 minutes during your lunch break

[05:10] Christian Meditation Idea #4: While you wait at an appointment

[05:55] Christian Meditation Idea #5: When you arrive at work to help you reset your mind

[06:42] Christian Meditation Idea #6: Before you leave work to allow God to equip you with His power 

[07:16] Christian Meditation Idea #7: When you need to refocus during the day 

[08:16] Christian Meditation Idea #8: In the moments when you feel alone & need to be reminded that Christ is with you

[08:57] Christian Mediation Idea #9: When anxiety strikes & you need peace

[11:43] Christian Meditation Idea #10: To use during your journaling practice

[12:48] Christian Meditation Idea #11: To use during your time with nature instead of scrolling on your phone

[13:50] Christian Meditation Idea #12: When you need to clear your mind

[14:54] Christian Meditation Idea #13: Creating a 30-day commitment with yourself or with a friend

[15:46] Christian Meditation Idea #14: Finding rest for your mind during a Sabbath 

[16:58]  Christian Meditation Idea #15: For a specific need such as - God’s protection or releasing approval of others

[17:58] Christian Meditations for Daily Calm - 30 different meditations all under 5 minutes long!

RESOURCES:

Christian Meditations for Daily Calm

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

220: How Can Christian Meditation Help You Better Manage Stress?

219: Is Christian Meditation Biblical? How Is Christian Meditation Different from Eastern Meditation?

218: New Christian Meditations for Calm! 3.5 Minutes to Refresh Your Mind with God’s Peace

Get Christian Meditations for Calm: It’s Time for More Peace + Less Crazy

Need a simple, biblical way to manage overwhelm + stress?

We know God offers peace, but...it's so hard to quiet our racing thoughts when life is chaotic.

Here's the great news: Christian meditation is a scientifically proven tool to soothe the nerves + connect with God to restore the soul.

Learn how to tap into God's peace in under 5 minutes with the Christian Meditations for Daily Calm: 30 meditation videos on Bible verses to refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace when life is stressful.

Get access to these Christian meditations now and enjoy this practical way to lower stress! 

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Looking for a science-backed tool for stress relief? Join me on this week’s episode of the Christian Mindset Coach as we discuss how calming meditations can help bring more peace into your mind and body, as well as how to implement Christian meditation into your busy life, and why meditation supercharges your growth with the Lord. My brand new resource, Christian Meditations for Daily Calm, was created with stress relief in mind and will bring you peace within a few minutes!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:02] How Christian meditation renews our mind & the biological effects on the brain

[10:09] Christian meditation’s positive impact on the body

[14:59] How Christian meditation can help us grow spiritually + cultivate self-compassion

[16:35] Using visualization in Christian meditation to understand biblical principles in a new way

[20:45] How are these Christian Meditations for Daily Calm structured?

[23:30] How to use Christian Meditations for Daily Calm in your busy life

RESOURCES:

Christian Meditations for Daily Calm

OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

219: Is Christian Meditation Biblical? How Is Christian Meditation Different from Eastern Meditation?

218: New Christian Meditations for Calm! 3.5 Minutes to Refresh Your Mind with God’s Peace

Get Christian Meditations for Calm: It’s Time for More Peace + Less Crazy

Need a simple, biblical way to manage overwhelm + stress?

We know God offers peace, but...it's so hard to quiet our racing thoughts when life is chaotic.

 Here's the great news: Christian meditation is a scientifically proven tool to soothe the nerves + connect with God to restore the soul.

Learn how to tap into God's peace in under 5 minutes with the Christian Meditations for Daily Calm: 30 meditation videos on Bible verses to refresh your mind + dwell in God's peace when life is stressful.

Get access to these Christian meditations now and enjoy this practical way to lower stress! 

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