Spirituality Untamed

At the heart of Spirituality Untamed, the focus has always been on seeking a free, wild, and untamed spirituality. God designed each and every single one of us with our own unique gifts, talents, and dreams. I've only recently started exploring some of my own and it's allowed me to be in a more fun and creative headspace. In doing so, I've found aspects of my life that I want to create more space for. By stepping into my unique gifts, talents, and dreams, I am allowing room for more growth. That's the beautiful thing about spirituality is in the right headspace, we become more free, wild, and untamed. When we pursue our natural God-given giftings, beautiful and powerful things can happen. So what areas of your life are you needing to create space for? Topics Discussed: Creating space for new adventures Learning to how to hit the pause button Fully stepping into gifts and strengths New beginnings and fresh perspectives Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram (Fashion is Spiritual) - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/_elainejohnston/ TikTok (Fashion is Spiritual) - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual TikTok (Personal) - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston?lang=en Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Have your goals already changed for 2021? Then you're in good company! A year ago, everyone's life changed in some capacity. Given the circumstances of covid, a global pandemic, social distancing, quarantining at home, mask mandates, and life being turned upside down, it's no wonder our goals have changed. Even after one year removed from all the chaos of 2020, many of us are still picking up the pieces. Many of us are still learning how to shift, pivot, and maneuver through change. Many of our goals are still being re-calibrated and many plans are still up in the air. Given that we have lived through another year, through a global pandemic, might I add, it's okay if what you thought you wanted is no longer in foresight. And if hindsight really is 2020, then we can learn a thing or two about change. Topics Discussed: What life is like a year after a Global Pandemic Thinking big thoughts, taking big action Course direction, changing goals, and giving God the wheel Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

I am healthy, I am wealthy, I am rich, anddd I'm totally dying inside. Okay, not really but spirituality totally feels that way sometimes. I mean, Feeling yourself, stepping in your power, and bossing you up in life is great, right? But does anyone ever actually talk about what it took to get to this place of self love and self confidence? Does anyone actually talk about the hard things and doing the deep and heavy lifting of working on your soul? Anyone? Anyone out there? Or are we trained to only talk about our successes and only share highlight reels of us juicing and meditating out in the desert for a cute Instagram picture? Have we really dumbed down our spiritual journey to vacationing in boujie hotels on discrete islands with the caption #blessed? If you're tired of society bottling up spirituality and selling it through overpriced crystals and rosary beads than actually showing people how to truly live spiritually wild, free, and untamed? Then you're not alone. Spirituality is more than a cute mantra! Topics Discussed: How Spirituality is more like “Dark Night of the Soul” Nobody talks about roaming the desert, alone Why letting go of things that don't serve you feels more like purging Deconstruction is more than a “buzzword” The Spiritual Journey is more than a fad or a cute mantra Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Can you believe February is already over? Like, Monday starts not only a new week but an entire new month! And I don't know about you but I'm actually really excited about Spring approaching and warmer weather. But, before I get ahead of myself, I want to share 5 things that brought me joy in February. I believe that if we're not careful, we can wish our days away and let life pass us by. So as I reflect on this past month, I want to remember just a few, simple things that made me smile this past month. As I share my experiences with you, my hope is that you are able to go inward and evaluate the things that spoke life to you and what brought you the most joy in February. 5 Things That Brought Me Joy in February: 1. THINK WEEK 2. Fashion is Spiritual 3. Valentine's Day 4. Week of Snow 5. Easter Candy Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Additional Resources: Snow Day Reflections http://theprodigaldaughter.com/056-snow-day-reflections/

My husband and I have had an entire week full of snow days. We have been enjoying the last bit of the Winter season. And here's the thing. We have never seen this much snow in our hometown before. For an added bonus, our Siberian Husky has literally been living his best life. And you know what? These snow days have been spiritual! Because I believe that Everything is Spiritual, I believe that there is always some life lesson lingering in any given situation. Even if we have to dig beneath the surface, there are always simple joys to be found. Tune in to this week's episode to hear my snow day reflections! Topics Discussed: Honoring those struggling in Texas Finding joy through the Winter season Christ's physical outpouring of Love What God is teaching me about snow days Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Life is short. We're not promised tomorrow. While most of us recognize this truth, many of us still operate as if we have all the time in the world. But I no longer give my time away to things and ideas and people don't serve me. And I mean this in the least selfish way possible. If I am going to live my life to the fullest, if you are going to live your life to the fullest, then we shouldn't let the things that don't matter take up most of our space. Life is short so stop giving your time and energy to things that don't serve you. Topics Discussed: My Self-Reflection and Introspection this week High School friends dealing with Cancer Are we creating space for things that don't matter? Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Did you know that fashion is spiritual? When you embark on your spiritual journey, things are constantly changing and evolving. Your beliefs, your environment, and your relationships, so it's no wonder that your style is an essential part of that beautiful experience. Your style and the clothes you wear follow you in every part of your life. I mean, think about it. There's a specific style for every occasion. Need a little black dress for that fancy dinner party? Shopping around for the best yoga pants for your gym routine? Looking for a nice pair of shoes you can wear year ‘round? Your wardrobe is more than random pieces of fabric in your closet; it's what sets you apart. Every person has their own style and unique flair when it comes to fashion and there isn't a “right” or “wrong” way to hone your style. And the best part? Just like your spiritual journey is constantly shifting and redefining itself, so do the clothes you find comfort in. Topics Discussed: Recognizing Fashion as a Spiritual Experience Bridging the gap b/w who I am and what I've been hiding from the world Uncovering our passions to empower those around us Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fashionisspiritual YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtOH_0vv0qNQlhRmswauMBQ Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Did you know that your thought life heavily influences your actions? For most us, we can agree that our mindset can dictate how we show up in our environment. But how often do we actually believe this? How often do we pay attention to the way our thoughts and beliefs manifest into our reality? Recently, I allowed myself to focus on a negative belief system that ultimately caused me to stop in my tracks. After I sat with it, I had to reevaluate what truth I was willing to tell myself. It took a few days but after I realized what I was allowing myself to believe, I immediately shifted my focus. Topics Discussed: Focusing on difficulty only makes things more difficult The power of our thought life and how it dictates how we show up Acknowledging how you are watering your thought life Distinguishing between thoughts that don't serve you and ones that grow you Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtOH_0vv0qNQlhRmswauMBQ Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

When people throw around terms like “Spiritual Journey” or “Grounding Practices, what initially comes to mind? Do you think of a monk meditating in the park? Or an active Sunday morning churchgoer? It can often feel overwhelming when spiritual gurus or pastors preach about getting your spirituality centered. So many people are afraid of stepping out into the unknown and embracing their own spiritual selves because they simply don't know where to start. They often feel intimidated because they don't have someone linking arms with them and walking them through the different aspects of what it truly means to embark on a spiritual journey. But I want to change that narrative. By no means can we plan for every twist and turn along the way, there are a few key things that we can keep in our spiritual tool belt. I've put together 5 things to expect on your spiritual journey. While this is not an exhaustive list of everything that could possibly happen, understanding these different areas has definitely helped me on my spiritual journey. Each of these 5 things are based on both personal experiences and the experiences of many others as well. So, without further ado, let's dig right in. Topics Discussed: What happens when you deconstruct your belief system Dealing with pushback from loved ones Becoming aware of your internal & external environment Deeping our sense of connection with our Creator Exploring spiritual liberation & divine freedom Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualityuntamed/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtOH_0vv0qNQlhRmswauMBQ Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Last week felt pretty heavy for America. If my friends outside of the country felt the sting of what happened at the White House last week, then my friends here in the U.S. definitely felt the weight of our country. But yall, we survived 2020. And if there is one thing that 2021 is already teaching us it's that no matter how dark and heavy life gets, our light shines brighter. No matter how hard or empty the world feels, the light and love that we carry deep inside of our hearts will never go out. Topics Discussed: Focusing on Hope & Kindness The best way to cast out darkness & drive out hate Refusing to succumb to the darkness of the world Why we should be leading with our God-given Love & Light Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

We have so much to celebrate over here at Spirituality Untamed. This week marks the 50th episode of this show and not to mention, the very first week of 2021. With this episode, I wanted to share my word for the year and what big vision goals I am associating with for the New Year. However, in order to set these big vision goals and allow them to come to fruition, I have to adjust my frequency and the level at which I am showing up. Regardless of where you are at in life and how you want this new year to look like for you, there are a few areas of adjustment that we have to ensure we take heed of in order to be the version we need ourselves to be in order to show up 2021. I hope this episode blesses you as we enter a new season of life together. Now let's dig in a little deeper. Topics Discussed: What my word for 2021 means to me and how I'm starting the new year Adjusting our frequency in different seasons of life Why there's nothing wrong in lowering the level in which you show up Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential.

Happy Freaking New Year Yall! We can officially say that hindsight is definitely 2020. While there is nothing magical about the clock striking midnight, can we just celebrate the fact that 2020 is officially behind us? Like, we are in a completely brand new year full of opportunities. I mean, the possibilities are endless in what we can accomplish together. And I have high hopes for this New Year. This week, we're changing around a few things here at Spirituality Untamed. In 2021, we have BIG VISION GOALS and are on the path to see them come to fruition. I'm sharing a new change of pace coming to Spirituality Untamed as well as a major goal I'd like to see for our 50th episode. (I need YOUR help on this goal!) Topics Discussed: New Year, New Release Date My MAJOR ask of the SU Community Getting HYPED for our 50th episode this week! Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Happy New Year, friends! (well, almost) If you're listening to this episode when it airs, then you know we are in the last week of 2020. And if you're anything like me and the rest of the world, we couldn't be more excited to see this year go. Although this past year has been challenging for all of us in a myriad of ways, there are still so many things to be thankful for. And as we welcome 2021 this week, I want to share with you a few goals that didn't quite make it on the calendar this year, a few goals I have for this upcoming year, and a few lessons that I learned in 2020. Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021! Topics Discussed: My 3 biggest goals I didn't achieve in 2020 Why being “like-hearted” is more important than being “like-minded” Finding our greatest blessings in life's greatest misfortune Learning to find calm in the midst of chaos What I'm leaning towards in 2021 Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

There is so much joy to be found in the simplicity of life. In fact, it's in the simple things that we often find the most joy. Many of us are currently finding ourselves reflecting on this past year and while things may not have been exactly what we envisioned for 2020, in the midst of the chaos, there is still beauty. Wherever you find yourself this holiday season, I hope that in all things, you are able to find those simple joys for yourself. This week, I am sharing my personal reflections on this past year and what God has been teaching me. 2020 has been a crazy year for all of us and the holidays look a lot simpler than they used to. But for me, I am still finding joy in simple living. Topics Discussed: How leaving New York City inspired me to shop local My reflections of 2020 and what I'm learning about simplicity Discovering the Danish art of living a Hygge lifestyle Finding joy in simple living and what it means to celebrate the small things Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Additional Resources: The Book of Hygge: The Danish Art of Contentment, Comfort, & Connection - https://www.amazon.com/Book-Hygge-Contentment-Comfort-Connection/dp/0735214093

“We put so much focus on being in this amazing, immaculate state to make things happen in the world and what this year has taught me is that it's just not true. We can create from a place of sadness.” This week, I am introducing our very first interview on Spirituality Untamed. Today, I am chatting with one of my favorite human beings, my dear friend, and the host of The BS Detox, Katie Herrel. We dive into different Spiritual Practices and how to shift our mindset around fear to find healing in our lives. Katie shares incredible insight on how to create out of the broken and messy parts of our lives. She also shares what 2020 has taught her about honoring ourselves in the present moment. We also discuss what it means to chase after our Highest Good and understand the Spiritual and Emotional Energy around us. Be sure to tune in as we explore what it means to live Free, Wild, and Untamed! Topics Discussed: Creating beautiful things out of our brokenness and sadness Learning how to come home and honor ourselves Shifting our Mindset away from Religious and Societal Standards How Religious Indoctrination leads to a life of living in fear Learning how to pursue our Highest Good How to alchemize and master the Energy around us Allowing ourselves the freedom to tap into our Self-Exploration The power in finding genuine relationships and supporting other women Connect with Katie Herrel Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/katie.glynn.75 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katie_herrel/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thebsdetox Additional Resources: The BS Detox (podcast) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-s-detox/id1417373463 Judgement Detox by Gabby Bernstein (book) - https://www.amazon.com/Judgment-Detox-Release-Beliefs-Living/dp/1508244758 Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Additional Resources: Untamed by Glennon Doyle (book) - https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle-Melton/dp/1984801252 Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. As we share our Spiritual Giftings with one another, we step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run Free, Wild, and Untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Do you ever have one of “those” days? You know, one of those days where you wake up irritated and nothing seems to be going your way? Like, no matter what you do, it feels as though you can't catch a break and that everything that could go wrong inevitably does go wrong? Yeah, that was me last week! The thing is, about 98% of the things that felt wrong were in my head and how I was viewing the situation. And I learned a valuable lesson that day. Instead of always shifting our mindset away from the hard things, what if we embraced them? What if we just changed our narrative? Topics Discussed: The power of changing your narrative Finding new versions of how we accept ourselves Getting rid of the false idea that you have to force positivity Learning how to accept and validate ourselves and our surroundings Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Additional Resources: Some Days are Hard (and it's okay to admit that!) http://theprodigaldaughter.com/some-days-are-hard/

I don't know about you, but some days I feel guilty for taking a day off. There are times where I find it hard to enjoy rest because I feel lazy in my pursuits. Even after working long hours on a project, there are still days where I feel like if I'm not doing something productive, I'm wasting my time. Although I know deep down, this isn't true, I still have to remind myself that it's okay to take a day off. In fact, it's okay to take an entire week off if you need to! Why? Because what I have found to be true is that Rest is a Form of Productivity. And while hard work pays off in the end, being intentional about our rest is equally important (if not more) to how we show up in the world. And since we are officially in Holiday Season, what better time to share 5 ways to find Productive Rest?! Topics Discussed: Shifting the paradigm around “Productive Rest” Distinguishing various ways to find Physical Rest Learning how to implement an Emotional Inventory Checklist Resetting our Mindset and Thought Life around Rest Finding Creativity outside of your daily occupation Why Spiritual Rest is often overlooked (and the hardest to implement) Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation & Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed – Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation. These three practices allow us to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Happy Thanksgiving! Actually, there are quite a few things to celebrate this week. Not only is it Thanksgiving week, but we are also celebrating two major birthdays today!  First, Spirituality Untamed is ONE year old! That's right, we have been at it for one whole year. Even though a year ago this show had a completely different name, vision, and mission wrapped around it, we've had a whole year's worth of conversation! We have been digging deeper into our own spiritual journeys and that's worth celebrating.  Also, I turned the big TWENTY-FIVE this past weekend! As we're nearing the holiday season, I am so full of gratitude for this podcast, for the relationships I've developed over the last year, and for simply celebrating 25 years of life. So, here are a few life lessons that I have learned over the years and what I'm currently sitting with today. And here's to celebrating 25 years of life! Topics Discussed: Birthday Celebrations, Podcast Anniversary, and Thanksgiving Week How I celebrated my birthday this past weekend Life lessons I've learned over the past 25 years Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then look no further! I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential.

I'm probably going to step on a few toes here, but there are a lot of things that nobody tells you about Spirituality. Embracing your Soul's Journey is a beautiful process. Embracing where God is leading us and growing into Spiritual Maturation is absolutely beautiful. But, it doesn't always feel beautiful. It doesn't always feel good in the moment. I'm not sure where the idea came from, but Spirituality isn't about ignoring pain and trauma. In fact, I'd say a form of True Spirituality is about embracing the pain and trauma. Spirituality is about finding healing from past experiences and letting go of the things that no longer serve us. But in order to truly find Spiritual Liberation and Divine Freedom, we must first acknowledge the hard parts. We must sit with the things that don't ring true for us because in doing so, we then find the things that do. Topics Discussed: How your relationships change during the Spiritual Journey Why our Spirituality should NOT look like others Learning to sit with the pain in order to find True Joy Why Spiritual Bypassing harms your Spiritual Growth Finding Beauty in the Journey rather than idolizing the Destination Question(s) of the Week: “What are you having to unpack and unlearn in your life right now that's going to allow you to find goodness and meaning in your past experiences?” Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Do you love your past self? Do you offer grace to who you used to be? These may sound like odd questions if you've never thought about all the different people you've been in your lifetime. Odds are, every single one of us has deconstructed our beliefs at some point in our lives. This can be in the form of politics, religion, or general beliefs and perspectives that no longer speak truth to you. Regardless of what ideas you've let go of or new ideas you're currently sitting with, we are all different people than we used to be. You're different from who you were in High School. You're different than who you were 5 years ago. And with the year that we've had, I'll bet you're a different person now than who you were stepping into 2020. So what would it look like if we extended grace to our past selves? What would it look like if we healed who we once were so that we could hold space for who others are now? Topics Discussed: Why we need to ask “unsafe” questions Learning to accept and heal from past experiences Extending grace to who you used to be Levels of inner healing and soul work Learning to forgive yourself before forgiving others Question(s) of the Week: “Do you love your past self?” “Do you offer grace to who you used to be?” Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - http://spiritualityuntamed.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Are you intentional with your relationships? Are you intentional with your daily habits, or continual growth? We often hear the phrase “be intentional”. Whether it's with the people we hang out with, what we consume, or how we spend our time alone. But what does intentional living look like? What does it mean to live with intention and purpose? How do we operate out of being present and known? With all the chaos and distractions of the external world, how do we fully sit with and internalize purposeful living? These are a few of the questions that I am asking myself this week, and I want to invite you on this journey alongside me. I want us to discover what means to live with and fully embrace intentionality in our lives and how we can extend that beyond ourselves. Topics Discussed: What Intentionality means and how it applies to our lives Finding the “why” behind our thoughts and actions Discovering the purpose of our dreams and desires Question(s) of the Week: “What is your why? What is your purpose? Why do you do the things you do? Who are you serving and why does it matter?” Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Do you struggle with finding your purpose in life? Do you constantly wonder what you're destined to do with your life? Ever question if you're making a difference with your passions? If so, then you're not alone. This week, I am highlighting a question that was asked in our Spirituality Untamed Community. “How Do I Tap into Knowing My True Purpose in Life?” All of us at some point have asked ourselves these same questions. Heck, I ask myself this question on a DAILY basis. But you know what? This question helps us evolve into who we were created to be. And if you're asking yourself these questions, then I have great news for you: Finding the answer is not as hard as we make it out to be. In fact, our deepest passions unveil our deepest desires. So let's uncover those beautiful giftings. And let's step into our true purpose, together. Topics Discussed: Why asking deep questions strengthens your Values Useful tools that help you align with your Purpose How to integrate what you love and what you do Homework Assignment: First, take 15 minutes to write down all the things you're good at. Next, take 15 minutes to write down all the things you enjoy doing. Then, I want you to sit with these ideas & how they align for your true purpose in life. Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

There are days where you are out there freaking KILLING it in life. Your physical health is on point, you start your mornings with intention, you show up in all of your relationships, you hit every single task on your to-do list and you feel 100% your best self. And then there are days where you feel depleted. You feel as though you have no creative spark left, you sit at your desk and stare at your computer screen for hours on end and you feel empty, drained, & feel as though you have nothing to show for yourself. For some people, this is called Writer's Block. For others, this is called Analysis Paralysis. But no matter what you call it, no matter which way you spin it, it all stems from the same obstacle. I call this a Creative Funk. And if you have been feeling stuck in your creative endeavors, then this may just be the best Lead Magnet of all. Topics Discussed: Leading with your most authentic self Why sharing your struggle speaks life into others Allowing our “Creative Funk” to lead us Question of the Week: “How can you lead with your Creative Funk today?” Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Are you living in your alignment? Because if you are feeling a sudden sense of overwhelm, anxiety, stress, or tension, then there may be areas in your life that need tending to. Recently, I've been experiencing heaviness in my soul and needed to find the culprit. After a bit of prayer and self-reflection, I started seeing old patterns beginning to manifest in my mental space. I began to recognize that these old patterns were a byproduct of not living in my alignment. These old patterns were a byproduct of not owning my truth. The heaviness that I was feeling was from playing small and not stepping into my potential. However, once I started to release these old thought patterns and really pay attention to the deeper-rooted truths, I started to feel content and at peace. I started to feel my soul replenishing. If this sounds like you, then it's time to break away from these old patterns. It's time to step into your most full, truest self. And let's do it together. Topics Discussed What really happens when you feel a sudden sense of overwhelming dread or doubt (even if nothing is wrong!) How stepping outside of your alignment manifests emotionally, physically, and spiritually Recognizing ways I am gaining back my peace and restoration 5 ways we can learn how to focus on the things that serve us rather than the ideas that harm us Question of the Week: ““How can you start living in alignment with yourself?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

Do Spiritual Practices Set the Stage for Success? While Spirituality definitely helps advance us to the next level in our lives, Spiritual Practices don't automatically bring you all the riches, fame, and status that many of us hope for. However, what implementing Spiritual Practices do provide for us is a strong feeling of fulfillment. While riches, fame, and status can definitely be used as tools to advance us to where we want to be in life, they are not the end-goal. Why? Because Spiritual Practices set the stage for self-growth, maturation, and true connection. So what is the end goal? How can we better define success in our lives? Find out in this week's episode of Spirituality Untamed! Topics Discussed The importance of living with intentional purpose Finding fulfillment in deeper rooted ideas & relationships Why the biggest riches in life have no monetary value Question of the Week: “How do you define success for you? And are there places in your life that you have already found it?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co

What is a Spiritual Nomad? Do we all share a common Spiritual Journey? What does it mean to live a Spiritually Nomadic lifestyle? What is a Spiritual Nomad? Do we all share a common Spiritual Journey? What does it mean to live a Spiritually Nomadic lifestyle? As a self-proclaimed Spiritual Nomad, I've recently been asked these few questions in various conversations online and in-person. This week, I break down the idea of what it means to be a Spiritual Nomad. As I explore the depths of a Spiritual Journey, I also share how to commune with others of varying beliefs. I believe that we are all on a Spiritual Journey. With that, I also believe that we are all searching for meaning and truth in our lives. To me, God's greatest purpose for our lives is to commune with one another. Despite our differences, there is beauty in sharing our truths with one another. I love envisioning nomadic travelers sitting together next to campfire who trade stories and revelations with one another. Topics Discussed What it means to be a Spiritual Nomad Exploring the depths of a Spiritual Journey How to commune with others of varying beliefs Question of the Week: “What does your spiritual journey look like and how can you find community with those who believe differently from you?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elainejohnston Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity

Hello, Autumn! Today, we are celebrating the first day of Fall! This is honestly my favorite season of the year and I am so excited to step into this new season. Get ready for all the Pumpkin Spice Lattes and everything that is Spooky Szn! Being that today is the first day of Fall, I am sharing a few updates and changes coming to Spirituality Untamed in the upcoming weeks. I also share a couple of life updates and why I am choosing to walk in Hope & Gratitude for this last quarter of 2020. If there is one thing I want to share with you this week, it's this: I see your growth, I see your potential, and you are doing a dang good job today. Let's not only celebrate a new season but fully embrace and recognize our own growth as well! Topics Discussed Life update and why I'm back on Instagram Celebrating this Autumn season New changes coming to Spirituality Untamed What each new season teaches us about life Recognizing the beauty in the here-and-now Question of the Week: “What is this new season teaching you about hope and peace?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Oftentimes we blur the line between what is “uncomfortable” and “awkward” versus “toxic” and “hostile”. But discomfort and toxicity aren't synonymous. We can find discomfort in situations that grow us. However, traumatic experiences confine us into small boxes that stunt our growth. Recently, I felt God tug at my Spirit to dive into what discomfort and trauma can teach us about growth. In this episode, I explore how being uncomfortable can be a healthy thing for our continual growth. However, I also show the importance of recognizing how toxic situations can lead to trauma and trigger responses. But, this is such an important topic and I believe that in order to become better versions of ourselves, we must dig in a little deeper, even if it's a little “uncomfortable”. Topics Discussed Distinguishing between discomfort & toxicity How comfort zones stunt our growth (and protects us) Redefining uncomfortable situations as growing pains How traumatic experiences alter our cognitive thinking Question of the Week: ““Can you think back to a time where you felt uncomfortable or awkward [in a completely toxic-free situation] where you were able to step outside of your comfort zone and it grew you as a person?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Can we go ahead and break the stigma behind seeking therapy? You're not weak for needing medical, professional health. Taking care of your spirituality AND mental well being is taking ownership of your mental health. Owning your struggles and recognizing areas of weakness is only the beginning. In order to truly become better versions of ourselves, we need to take action. We need to take action in strengthening your mental health is an incredible act of bravery.  This week, I am breaking down the stigmas behind seeking therapy as Christians. I'm sharing what it means to take care of your mental health. A year ago, I sought out therapy in order to strengthen the areas in my life. There were areas that I either wasn't aware of. And there were also things that I didn't want to even admit to myself. There is no shame in seeking medical help. And honestly, everyone could use a little therapy at some point in their lives.  Topics Discussed: Why mental health isn't always stemmed from a lack of faith Recognizing that asking for help is an incredible act of bravery Understanding the difference(s) between spiritual health & mental health Question of the Week: “Are there areas in your life that you haven't been able to fully process through? Are there areas that you may need to seek professional guidance in order to grow from these experiences?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: If you are looking for a community of women who are digging deeper into their own Spiritual liberation and Divine Freedom, then I want to personally invite you to the Spirituality Untamed - Community. God has gifted each one of us the ability to go deeper and tap into our higher callings. In this community, we explore different mindset patterns, meditation practices, and the power of manifestation in order to grow into our greatest potential. Our purpose is to share our unique, Spiritual Giftings with one another as we explore what it means to step outside of the box and allow ourselves to truly run free, wild, and untamed. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Additional Resources: That Giant, Anxiety https://therecklesspursuit.com/episode019/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

What do green juice smoothies have to do with honing your message and effectively using your voice? Is there a scientific regimen that aligns us with our message and allows us to speak clearly? Does practice really make perfect when it comes to our delivery?! This week, I am sharing 5 Ways to Effectively Use Your Voice Online & In-Person. The truth is, there are so many different exercises and tools to implement an effective message and a skilled speaker. These are just a few key ways I am learning to effectively use my own voice and hone my own message. In this episode, I explore different concepts such as confidence, credibility, and clarity in order to share how to convey the correct message for your audience. Topics Discussed Confidently standing behind our message Proving our message works with credibility Starting with the “end in mind” in our delivery How we inadvertently share the wrong message Having fun and staying creative with our stories Question of the Week: “Does your voice align with the message that you are trying to convey?” Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: Are you ready to let your Spirituality run free, wild, and UNTAMED?! Join us over at Spirituality Untamed where we dig in deeper to our own Spiritual Journey, both individually and collectively, as we explore our own, unique Spiritual Giftings. https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Additional Resources: I Don't Like Rejection (But I Hate Rejecting Myself More) http://theprodigaldaughter.com/i-dont-like-rejection/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

There is spiritual energy all around us. But most of the time, we either operate out of our masculine energy or our feminine energy. While masculine energy can manifest itself more competitively through business and hustle, feminine energy can manifest itself more through emotion and relationships. Every single one of us embodies both types, regardless of where we are focusing our energy towards. Neither type is inherently wrong but there is a boundary between healthy and toxic energy. This week, I am sharing a personal experience of mine where I was focusing my energy in the wrong light and how it didn't serve me in the end. This topic is something that I am newly interested in and fascinated by and I don't doubt for one second this topic is something that we are going to explore on a deeper level. Topics Discussed Balancing masculine and feminine energy How toxic masculinity & toxic femininity manifests Learning how energy can either serve or harm us Recognizing where we are focusing our energy Handling rejection from others (and ourselves) Question of the Week: “Where are you focusing your energy (and how is it serving you?) Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: Ladies, are you ready for this month's challenge?! Join the Spirituality Untamed Community today to take part in August's 31-Day Challenge. This month is all about Divine Affirmation. For 31 days, we are focusing on scripture to showcase our Spiritual Truths. If you're needing a little pick-me-up, then this challenge is for you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Additional Resources: I Don't Like Rejection (But I Hate Rejecting Myself More) http://theprodigaldaughter.com/i-dont-like-rejection/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Everything is Spiritual! And once we learn to tap into what that looks like, the possibilities are endless. The conversations are infinite. And the growth is exponential. This week marks the VERY FIRST episode of Spirituality Untamed and the unraveling of a new adventure. I believe that we are all on a Spiritual Journey and that each one of us is equipped with our own, unique Spiritual Giftings. Recently, my own Spiritual Journey has taken a new direction and I am so excited to share this life with you all! So, as we dive into this new chapter together, I just have one question for you! “In what area of your life do you need to dig in a little deeper?” Topics Discussed Retiring The Prodigal Daughter Introducing Spirituality Untamed Celebrating new chapters & new beginnings Digging deeper into my calling Knowing when to retire old things Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Community: Ladies, are you ready for this month's challenge?! Join the Spirituality Untamed Community today to take part in August's 31-Day Challenge. This month is all about Divine Affirmation. For 31 days, we are focusing on scripture to showcase our Spiritual Truths. If you're needing a little pick-me-up, then this challenge is for you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualityuntamedcommunity Additional Resources: 007 - Let's Get Spiritual http://theprodigaldaughter.com/007-lets-get-spiritual/ Welcome to Spirituality Untamed! http://theprodigaldaughter.com/welcome-to-spirituality-untamed/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Wait! Stop Scrolling! I have a major announcement to make! This is the last episode of The Prodigal Daughter podcast! That's right, I am retiring The Prodigal Daughter altogether. This includes the blog, the podcast, & community as we know it. But don't worry! On August 18th, 2020, (two weeks from now) I will be back with an all NEW look, sound, and mission. I'm talking about a whole NEW brand and identity that helps us level up even further than before. I'm not going anywhere. You and I are just getting started;) Topics Discussed Why I'm retiring The Prodigal Daughter Recognizing how I've been playing small Exploring my full potential & creativity Allowing myself to be Brave, Bold, & Reckless Reminder about August's 31-Day Challenge Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Ladies, are you ready for this month's challenge?! Join The Prodigal Daughter Community today to take part in August's 31-Day Challenge. This month is all about Divine Affirmation. For 31 days, we are focusing on scripture to showcase our Spiritual Truths. If you're needing a little pick-me-up, then this challenge is for you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Additional Resources: Life Update: What's New, What's Changing, & What's to Come http://theprodigaldaughter.com/life-update/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

What if we changed the way we viewed our mistakes? Instead of viewing them as setbacks, what if we started viewing our mistakes as learning tools or learning opportunities? Sometimes all it takes is a little bit of shifting and pivoting to get you back on track. This week, I am sharing the importance of shifting our mental focus from recognizing that our current weaknesses are our future strengths. It's easy to get caught up in our mistakes. But, it's imperative you recognize the strength within you to keep going. And if you fail? You get back up and try again. But don't let your setbacks set you back. Topics Discussed Introducing August's 31 Days of Divine Affirmation Changing the way we view our “Mistakes” How to Shift, Pivot, and Refocus The Mental Shift from Negative to Positive Allowing yourself the Freedom to be Fully Human Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community! This community is for women who want to become the best version of themselves. How? By sharing their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Additional Resources: Give it Your All (Even if No One is Watching) - http://theprodigaldaughter.com/give-it-your-all/ Haley Kennedy Quotes - https://www.instagram.com/shopsundae/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

“To show up imperfectly but open to change is better than not showing up at all” - Haley Kennedy This week, I am sharing how to show up when you don't have anything to show. Specifically, when we show up despite not having all of the answers or the resources, we are allowing ourselves to grow. When we show up humbly and with a servant attitude we are showcasing our greatest strengths. Yes, we can use our success and achievements as tools but we should not allow our identity to be defined by what we have to offer. Instead, our best gift is our time, energy, and open heart hearts. Topics Discussed What it means to show up empty handed but with a full heart Embracing humility and a willingness to serve Using our weaknesses as our greatest strengths Admitting shortcomings in order to grow Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community! This community is for women who want to become the best version of themselves. How? By sharing their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Additional Resources: Give it Your All (Even if No One is Watching) - http://theprodigaldaughter.com/give-it-your-all/ Haley Kennedy Quotes - https://www.instagram.com/shopsundae/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

We all know the typical mid-life crisis where you hit your 40's and 50's and start asking yourself the questions, “What am I here for?”, “What purpose do I serve?”, or “How can i make a difference in this world?”. It can be a scary thing not knowing but it can also be an amazing time full of opportunity. Questioning your life's purpose doesn't wait until you're in your 50's. There's actually this thing deep inside of you that yearns for that unknown adventure way before you have hit a certain age. So what to do when you don't know what to do?! If you feel like you're going through a quarter life crisis, this one's for you! This week, I am sharing where I am focusing all of my time and energy toward and what I am currently finding joy in. Lately, I've been asking myself questions like, “Do I have purpose?”, “Does my work matter?”, and “How am I leaving this world a better place?” But, as I ask these questions, I begin to find the adventure, curiosity, and exploration in my life. As I dig a little deeper, I begin to find the answers that have always been in my spirit. I'm still searching for the answers, but I'm starting to realize my greater purpose! Topics Discussed What I'm leaning into this season How to THRIVE during a quarter-year life crisis Why it's time to reignite the flame from within Connect with Elaine Johnston Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community! This community is for women who want to become the best version of themselves. How? By sharing their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Additional Resources: How to Find Yourself on Your Spiritual Journey - https://therecklesspursuit.com/how-to-find-yourself-on-your-spiritual-journey/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Regardless of where you are currently at with your career path decision making, know that it's okay if you don't have it all together. It's okay if you switch your major 5 times if you don't use your degree right away in your career path. Whether you didn't go to college, you've been out of school for years and are just now starting your work career or your current job is only for a season, this is for you. You can still be successful regardless of whatever career path you choose. This week, I am sharing my own personal career journey in an attempt to share how even the most unconventional career paths can lead to great things. I share what working in retail, selling corn dogs, teaching English to Chinese students, and podcast production all have in common as well as how each job taught me something about my own strengths. Listen in this week as I share my tips & tricks on how to discern if your vocation is right for you! Topics Discussed: The different stages of my personal career journey Why you should love what you do in order to show up How to lean into your own strengths and superpowers Knowing that it's okay to shift, pivot, and try new things Why you should seek out different opportunities Learning from our past jobs to strengthen our future jobs Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website - https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok - https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email - elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community! This community is for women who want to become the best version of themselves. How? By sharing their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Additional Resources: Radical Faith - http://theprodigaldaughter.com/radical-faith/ VIPKID - https://www.vipkid.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=28d1f951e79d6f9a560e2d0117357a50&refereeId=24262332 Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel & Home Goods http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Sometimes we get too ahead of ourselves when we create our vision boards or write out our biggest goals. We get in the mode and the mindset of wanting to change everything in our lives and write out huge lists of accomplishments we'd like to have by the end of the year and it can seem really overwhelming. But that's where a mid-year check-in comes in handy! This week, I am sharing the importance of a Mid-Year Check In! By doing so, this helps us see what's working, where we need to shift and pivot, and if we're staying on the right track. It's easy to feel motivated at the beginning of a New Year because everyone is talking about goal setting and casting vision for the year. But after a couple weeks, you start to feel burnout. This is totally normal by the way. In fact, this is something that we all have experienced at some point in time. And there is absolutely no room for shame or guilt. It's an easy thing to do and especially during the year that we have had in 2020. Lots of things have happened and people's mindset and focus shift on different things going on in the world and rightfully so! Topics Discussed Evaluating our goals and revisiting our intentions How a Mid-Year Check In helps us stay on track with our goals Why there's no room for shame or guilt in goal setting Reclaiming our vision for the latter half of the year Why shifting and pivoting is necessary for progress Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Mentions: 5 Tools to Help You Achieve Your Goals in 2020 http://theprodigaldaughter.com/5-tools-to-help-you-achieve-your-goals-in-2020/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

We all need reminders of our truths and to speak them into existence. While affirmations are universal, they are still unique to each individual as they speak life into different qualities and strengths. This week, I am combing two of my favorite topics, affirmations AND the Enneagram. For those of you who know me well, you know that I am a huge advocate for understanding oneself and what I have found the best way thus far is through discovering the Enneagram. So, I thought it would be fun to share 9 Affirmations for the 9 Enneagram Types! Topics Discussed Review of building SELF-CONFIDENCE through AFFIRMATIONS Combining AFFIRMATIONS and the ENNEAGRAM The FOCUS for each Enneagram Type Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Mentions: 022 - Building Self-Confidence Through Affirmations http://theprodigaldaughter.com/self-confidence-through-affirmations/ 064 - How the Enneagram Helps Us Love God https://therecklesspursuit.com/episode064/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

It's no secret that there is power in our words. What we think about ourselves, we believe about ourselves. But do we actually believe our personal truths or are we allowing our negative self-narrative get in the way of who we are called to be? You may be wondering how you can boost your self-confidence and how to take back the power in discovering your own truths. This week, I am sharing how we can build our self-confidence through affirmations. Affirmations are designed to create positive self-change within our lives. Honestly, affirmations are vital to self-improvement as they help serve us through inspiration and the simple reminders of our truths, usually in the form of “I am”. Topics Discussed: Defining affirmations to align us with our truths When to implement affirmations into our daily self-talk How affirmations help us build self-confidence Exercise: Write down 5 truths about yourself. I want you to write out 5 affirmations of whatever speaks to you in this moment. Once you have written out these 5 affirmations, I want you to declare these positive truths over yourself. Even if, and especially if, you don't believe them, place these affirmations where you can see them either in your car, all over your mirrors, or make them your background on your phone! Connect with Elaine Johnston: Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

If you're listening to this week's episode the time it airs, we just wrapped up NOMAD 2020 this past weekend. And what a needed weekend it was. My husband and I as well as 10 other speakers and friends gathered together to share our hearts with you all. Though we all had our own unique experiences and perspectives, our central focus was to help those who feel lost in their spiritual journey. Those who feel like they have been an outcast or a misfit, or those who feel like they don't belong. And the overall consensus was that no matter how much you question or doubt where you're at, you are still validated. You are still loved. And you are exactly where you need to be; you're not lost; you're only beginning to find your way. And I think this message is especially relevant for those who are hurting right now. There are many of us who feel as if our voices don't matter or that our experiences are not affirmed. Right now, the world is grieving the lives of the black community. People are being hated for their skin color and being cast out because of the pigment of their skin. Topics Discussed Takeaways from NOMAD 2020 Understanding what it means to be “slow to speak & quick to listen” What I want my fellow brothers & sisters to know Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Did you know that there are a lot of misconceptions about meditation? Oftentimes people believe that there is only one, right way of practice. But this couldn't be farther from the truth. In fact, there are actually various practices for meditation. Not to mention, yoga plays a major role in meditation! My yoga & meditation journey is still pretty new. Only a year ago did I realize my own misunderstanding of meditative practices. As I have incorporated yoga into my weekly routine, I have learned a lot about inner peace and how to really sit with your deepest thoughts and feelings. This week, I am sharing my journey with you and how yoga & meditation can leave a positive impact on your mental health, as well as your physical health! Topics Discussed: The journey in finding inner peace Misconceptions of meditation The power of meditation How yoga helps Chiari Malformation Finding what feels good Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Mentions: Karl Forehand, The Desert Sanctuary https://desert-sanctuary.com/2020/01/24/60-elaine-johnston-the-prodigal-daughter/ Yoga with Adriene https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene The Biggest Misconception about Meditation http://theprodigaldaughter.com/meditation-misconception/ Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ Event(s): NOMAD 2020 - “Not Every Christian Who Wanders is Lost” https://nomad-2020.heysummit.com/?sc=tLA7vlCY

Isn't it crazy how God just uses the little things in life to teach us the greatest lessons? From a silly, yet meaningful hashtag that I found on TikTok to finding ways to keep thriving through a global pandemic, sometimes it really is the little things in life that teach us to be still and soak in every ounce of life. Recently, my husband and I started our very first ever garden and aside from the fruits and vegetables that we planted, we decided to also plant sunflowers. Little did I know, the sunflowers would teach me the most beautiful message during all of the craziness during a global pandemic. And this week, I am sharing that little nugget of truth with you. Topics Discussed: The most valuable lesson I've learned recently What sunflowers can teach us about self-care Understanding that balance is necessary Recognizing beauty in adversity Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ Event(s): NOMAD 2020 - “Not Every Christian Who Wanders is Lost” https://nomad-2020.heysummit.com/?sc=tLA7vlCY

Have you ever noticed that your insecurities speak the loudest when you go out to prove them otherwise? Why is it that when you claim the audacity to chase after the most brave and bold areas of your life, you tend to fall back on your weak spots? This week, I am sharing an experience I had recently. After a super productive day, I felt super low energy. My insecurities slowly started to creep up and undervalued my accomplishments from earlier in the day. But as I started to dig deeper within, I felt God tug at my spirit to reveal what was actually happening on a deeper level. As I share my experience with you in this episode, my goal is to encourage you that you ARE enough, despite what your insecurities may be telling you. Topics Discussed: You ARE enough You are NOT your insecurities The deeper reason why Why your insecurities don't get to dictate how you show up Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ Event(s): NOMAD 2020 - “Not Every Christian Who Wanders is Lost” https://nomad-2020.heysummit.com/?sc=tLA7vlCY

What does it mean to be brave? How do you define bravery? This topic is something that I have really been leaning into the past couple of weeks. It's even the tagline for my other podcast, The Reckless Pursuit, “Be Brave, Be Bold, & Be Reckless”. But what's so interesting to me is that we often talk about being brave but when we look deeper, we all seem to have a different definition. This week, I am exploring the idea of what it means to truly exercise bravery. When I looked to my friends list on FB and asked them the question, “what does bravery look like to you?”, I found all kinds of acts of bravery. And if you ask me, despite the differences in opinion, i would say that every single person was correct in their definition. But, above all else, there is an overarching consensus that flows through each perspective. Join me this week as we explore this perspective together!H Topics Discussed: What bravery looks like to different people Why bravery doesn't need permission How I define bravery Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ Event(s): NOMAD 2020 - “Not Every Christian Who Wanders is Lost” https://nomad-2020.heysummit.com/?sc=tLA7vlCY

Have you ever felt deep within your spirit to make a decision in your life that may not make sense to other people? Or have you ever felt like you need to make a hefty decision that may look trivial on paper but will actually change the course in the way you show up? Well, if you're anything like me that's exactly where I have been this past week. This week, I quit Instagram. Now, this may sound trivial to you but this feels so freaking freeing to finally be able to say that out loud. And it may not make that much sense being that this is the time to be showing up in big ways and connecting with our friends, family, and the communities that we have built online due to the global circumstances. But deep down, I know this is the right decision to make for me. Topics Discussed: Why I quit Instagram Where I am finding community The MAJOR change coming to The Prodigal Daughter Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: The Reckless Pursuit - “A safe place for Christians to ask unsafe questions” https://therecklesspursuit.com Cedar Temple Trade Company - Christian Apparel http://cedartemple.com Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ Event(s): NOMAD 2020 - “Not Every Christian Who Wanders is Lost” https://nomad-2020.heysummit.com/?sc=tLA7vlCY

Are you currently struggling with low vibrational energy? Have you been feeling down lately with everything going on in the world? I get it. I understand where you're coming from. I've actually been feeling pretty down myself. Life is pretty freaking crazy right now with COVID-19. But I am here to tell you that there is so much untapped potential when we truly sit with our thoughts and feelings. Yes, even the “bad” ones we try so hard to suppress. And you know what? I believe that our greatest breakthroughs come from those low feelings. So, what would happen if you dug a little deeper and got 100% transparent and honest with how you are feeling? This week, I am sharing my heart with you all as I open up about why I believe emotions are our greatest, untapped superpowers. Oftentimes we try to ignore or suppress feelings such as heartbreak, bitterness, resentment, depression, etc that we forget what it's like to fully embrace the more positive feelings such as joy, life, beauty, and love. If you have never been given permission to fully express how you feel, or to feel whole, to be a freaking human being, here is your permission slip. You have full range and full capacity to tap into those strong emotions. So, what will you create with your superpowers?! Topics Discussed: Why our emotions are our greatest, yet, most untapped superpowers What happens when we fully embrace our current state of mind Understanding why joy comes in the mourning Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/ If You're Grieving During COVID-19, Then You Are Not alone... http://theprodigaldaughter.com/if-your-heart-is-grieving-during-covid-19/

Ever have those days where you feel like you keep hitting a wall any time you try to work on a new objective? Or do you ever feel stressed out with upcoming projects and deadlines? Maybe working from home is a new concept for you and you're feeling a little anxious. Maybe you've been working from home for quite some time now, but you need a little refresher to maximize your workflow. This week, I am sharing with you an exercise that I really started to implement during my freshman year of college. Ever since then, I have utilized these 5 tips and tricks in every major task. Sometimes our workload can be very daunting and overwhelming at times. I get it, I really do. But ever since I started to implement these different work patterns, my productivity skyrocketed. Listen in this week as I share with you my top 5 workflow tips and tricks so that you and your schedule can finally be at ease! Topics Discussed: Why being organized is the number ONE priority for workflow How to set 5 major goals each day and work down The amount of time you should be investing in each objective Understanding the importance of a consistent schedule Why you should be incorporating “treat yo' self” days each week Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com April 30-Day Goal Setting Challenge! Ladies! We are starting our new challenge this week "one. day. closer." Each day during the entire month of April, we are focusing on our greatest goal for 2020! If you want to join in and link arms with women who are actively pursing their God-given goals and dreams, be sure and join the community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

Y'all, life has been so crazy right now. The world is hurting as we're seeing the impact of COVID-19. But, there is beauty to be found amongst the chaos. What if I told you that you have that beauty buried within you, just waiting to be let out? What if I told you that the best time to write that book, start that podcast, or chase after your God-given goals is right now. We're not promised tomorrow. So what will you do with the time you've been given today? My hope is that you chase after your most ambitious, most audacious goals. You have that fiery passion within you; seize the moment. This week, I am sharing my heart with you guys and where I've been at the past couple weeks. Something that has been stirring in me is the audacity to see the beauty in the world right now. There may be a lot of bad, but there is also a lot of good. Take this time as an opportunity to create beautiful things from within. Don't let this moment pass you by. Topics Discussed: Seeing opportunity in adversity How to take ownership over your life TODAY Why “stuck” is a mindset (that we can get out of!) The importance of taking care of yourself during a crisis Why NOW is the perfect time to create from the heart Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com April 30-Day Goal Setting Challenge! Ladies! We are starting our new challenge this week "one. day. closer." Each day during the entire month of April, we are focusing on our greatest goal for 2020! If you want to join in and link arms with women who are actively pursing their God-given goals and dreams, be sure and join the community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: Reckless Media - Podcast Production: http://recklessmedia.co Purpose Driven Podcasters - FB Community for Podcast Production: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposedrivenpodcasters/

What does your typical morning look like? Meaning, what is the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? Do you make a pot of coffee and journal? Do you make your bed and hop in the shower? Or do you head to the gym on the way to work? Regardless of how you start each day, it is important that we keep a schedule that works for us. This week, I am answering the question “what's the best way to start the day” which is a question that was sent in through a recent poll for the show. I discuss why we should have a morning routine, what my typical morning routine looks like, and why being intentional with our time actually frees up more time in the day. Topics Discussed: The Best Way to Start the Day That Works for You Why a Morning Routine is Necessary for Substantial Growth My Typical Morning Routine and How I Start My Day Why Setting a Nightly Routine is just as Important as a Morning Routine When it's Time to Change How You Start Your Day Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J25uTjE Email: elaine@theprodigaldaughter.com Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity Resources: Yoga with Adriene - A 30 Day Yoga Journey https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLui6Eyny-UzzFFfpiil94CUrWKVMaqmkm VIPKID - Teaching English Online https://www.vipkid.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=28d1f951e79d6f9a560e2d0117357a50&refereeId=24262332

Do you feel resistance when chasing after your goals and dreams? Maybe you've hustled and worked your tail off only to see a minimal difference. Or maybe there is a feeling of resentment towards goal setting because you feel like you can't catch a break. Regardless of what field you're in, be it owning a business, working in the corporate space, or even an overloaded school schedule, we typically turn to hustle as a last resort. But is this tactic even beneficial? This week, I am sharing with you the number one reason why hustle isn't sustainable in the long term. It's no surprise that “hustle” has quickly become a buzzword in the entrepreneurial/business space. However, when we look at the effects of hustle long-term, it shouldn't come as a surprise that it can be detrimental to chasing after our goals and dreams. But, we can utilize the season of hustle in a healthy way. Topics Discussed: The number ONE reason why hustle isn't sustainable long term Recognizing when hustle becomes harmful to goal setting How to utilize the season of hustle to your advantage Connect with Elaine Johnston Website: https://theprodigaldaughter.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/_elainejohnston Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elainetjohnston TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/qyFyMx/ Join the Tribe: Want to link arms with other women? Join The Prodigal Daughter Community for a community of women who want to become the best version of themselves, and to share their unique passions and dreams along the way! https://www.facebook.com/groups/theprodigaldaughtercommunity