Podcast appearances and mentions of carla arges

Hello friends, and welcome to a brand new year with Affirming Truths! I'm your host, Carla Arges, and after a much-needed eight-week hiatus, I am thrilled to kick off Season 10. In today's episode, we'll dive into the concept of vision for 2025. While many people rush into New Year's resolutions, we often neglect the critical step of seeking a God-centered vision for our lives. This year, God is calling us to a new level of healing and transformation. I'll share simple, actionable steps to create a clear and purposeful vision, grounded in prayer and reflection. Together, we'll explore how to identify what God is calling us to lay down or embrace, ensuring our growth aligns with His divine plan. Plus, I'll give details about an exciting free workshop on January 20th, where we'll walk through this vision-casting process together. Join me for an inspiring and practical discussion on partnering with God to shape a transformative 2025. Let's commit to the Lord and watch as He establishes our plans and leads us into a year of spiritual depth, healing, and incredible freedom. Stay tuned! Register for the FREE 2025 Vision workshop: https://carla-arges.myflodesk.com/qgtjmnu8ol   GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of Affirming Truths with your host, Carla Arges. In today's episode we dive into the powerful metaphor of acorns and how they exemplify God's faithful provision.  Join Carla as she shares insights from her morning walk, nearly tripping over acorns, which sparked reflections on God's dependable care. Through scriptures like Matthew 6:26 and Philippians 4:6, Carla explores our inherent value in God's eyes and encourages us to trust in His provision, even in season of barrenness.  Learn how to be an active participant in your faith journey by gathering the resources God provides. Grab your coffee, find a cozy spot, and let's get started! Foundations to Healing Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

When I told Carla (a Christian mom with 2 diagnoses and a child with OCD) , the story about the grief and shame after MY autism mom rage-episode, I cried (I left it in the recording). What she said afterwards confirmed my take on autism recovery and autism mom healing:There's a destructive way of healing (your child and the bond between you ) after an autism mom melt down and there's a HEALING way of dealing with it. In this podcast episode she shares the healing methods.Carla's childhood was traumatic and unsafe. She uses the wounds and bruises to help other moms to notice trauma responses and replace self sabotage with self-healing and faith. In this conversation, she shares how to heal mental health disorders and how the enemy (s@tan) uses diagnoses and symptoms to destroy us. Jesus, faith and her own healing methods saved her and her family from being destroyed by their diagnoses: OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. And you can too.She shares how the diagnoses and episodes that destroy others have changed her life and given her tools to deal with the symptoms. Find Carla HERE: https://www.carlaarges.com/courses-------------------------------------I am taking a small group of moms through the 5 steps that turned my son's symptoms around. I'm personally teaching you how to: Understand exactly what's working for your child and what's making symptoms worse. Find your child's unique symptoms-triggers.Get your child to as much independence as possible and the best possible future for both of you. No extreme diets, protocols and exhausting tests...If you've tried most things and nothing has worked so far and you're at a point of no return and you have 2 hours per week to dedicate to this process, email me HERE...and tell me about the symptoms that you're worried about. -------------------------------------Find Ninka-Bernadette and Barefoot Autism Warriors here: WebsiteFree resourcesInstagramFacebookHere are 3 ways we can start turning autism symptoms around together, whenever you're ready... 1. Send me a voice message and get my feedback on your most pressing struggles. 2. Check out the free video series "The 5 hidden messages behind autism symptoms" and find your child's unique triggers. 3. Work with me privatelyIf you'd like to work with me directly to turn as many symptoms around as possible in my Autism Turnaround Coaching and implementation group..send me an email with "coaching" in the subject line and tell me how old your child is. I'll get you all the details.

Do you find yourself mindlessly checking out more often than not? Maybe you find yourself always scrolling social media, or constantly being busy and productive, or leaning on retail therapy.  None of these actions are unhealthy in and of themselves, but if we are using them to medicate deep wounds we are just using a temporary bandage.  Today we have a special guest, Carla Arges.  Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach, host of the Affirming Truths podcast, author, mom, and wife.  Her mission is to help women thrive and live an abundant life through healing their trauma and rooting their identity in Christ.  She loves to see women gain confidence in who they are and walk more boldly in the purpose God has over their lives.  Grab a warm cup of coffee, and pull up a chair as Carla and I talk about the ways we might be trying to medicate our trama, practical solutions to heal trauma, and why it's so important to do the hard work of healing.     Resources: FREE Renewing Your Mind Workbook: https://carla-arges.myflodesk.com/workbook Website: http://www.carlaarges.com IG: http://www.instagram.com/carla.arges   Here's a look at what I am currently offering/Have upcoming: 1:1 Coaching - https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall Renewing Hope self-paced course - https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Reclaim Your Power - 12 week program launching in September - https://carla-arges.myflodesk.com/reclaim-waitlist   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website Come join our Facebook Group: Home Management for Working Moms - Organization & Time Management

Welcome to Season 9 of Affirming Truths with your host and friend, Carla Arges!  In this episode, Carla dives deep into the life of Moses, drawing parallels between his journey and our own struggles with faith and obedience.  Inspired by her recent Bible study, she shares a powerful message about perseverance in the face of rejection and discouragement. Through Moses's unwavering commitment to God's call, despite repeated setbacks from Pharaoh, Carla challenges us to keep showing up, even when we don't see immediate results.  Tune in for an encouraging exploration of faith, trust, and the courage to face our own Pharaohs. Don't miss this great start to the new season! GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Renewing Hope Course  Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

Welcome back to another episode of "Affirming Truths" with your host, Carla Arges. Today, Carla invites us into reflection on service and humility in the face of suffering, drawing inspiration from Jesus washing his disciples' feet.  In a society where such a task was considered the lowest of the low, Jesus's actions before his crucifixion offer us a powerful model of compassion and selflessness, even when one is burdened by hardship and suffering. In this episode, Carla encourages listeners to look beyond their suffering to bless others, highlighting the transformative power of following Jesus's example of servanthood.  Join Carla as she shares three vital takeaways from the story of Jesus washing feet, challenging us to embody Christ-like service in our daily lives, no matter the situation. Let's dive in and see how we can apply these lessons to our own lives. GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Renewing Hope Course  Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health and Life coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

In this episode of "Affirming Truth," host Carla Arges opens up about her personal struggles and the challenging season she's currently navigating. She shares her reflections on the story of Lazarus being raised from the dead as told in the book of John.  Amidst discussing the heartbreak, pain, and waiting, Carla offers insights into finding hope and strength in the midst of suffering. Join Carla as she delves into the character of God and the promise of greater things to come, offering a message of faith and encouragement in the face of adversity. GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Renewing Hope Course  Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health and Life coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

S8.4 | Walking Alongside Jesus: Understanding the Partnership in Our Healing and Growth In this episode host Carla Arges delves into the concept of "partnering with Jesus" and what it means to walk in partnership with Christ in our healing and growth.  She illustrates this partnership through insightful analogies and biblical references, emphasizing the importance of taking action and doing the work required for personal transformation.  With encouragement and a call to self-reflection, Carla challenges listeners to consider what steps they are actively taking in their journey of healing and spiritual growth.  Tune in to be inspired and challenged to engage in the meaningful partnership with Jesus in your own life. Renewing Hope Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health and Life coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

Welcome to the "Affirming Truth" podcast!  In this bonus episode, host Carla Arges kicks off the year by sharing her reflections on prayers, intentions, and the process of personal growth.  She opens up about her struggles with unanswered prayers and the importance of staying the course, despite challenges.  Carla also introduces the exciting lineup for Season 8, including discussions on dreaming, trauma, and thriving as a mother and wife.  Additionally, she introduces an upcoming program, "Renewing Hope," designed to help women find freedom from mental and emotional bondage.  Join Carla on this transformative journey in 2024 as she encourages listeners to embrace the process and look forward to the victory ahead. Stay tuned for a season full of encouragement, edification, and challenges. Renewing Hope Info & Enrolment: https://www.carlaarges.com/renewing-hope Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health and Life coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards  

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Carla Arges is breaking down walls of secrecy and shame around mental illness.  She was on The Well Podcast before in Episode #82 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-health-and-wholeness-empowered-wellness/id1561466341?i=1000563991431 As someone with bipolar, trauma experience and borderline she explains so well that everyone has mental health, tot everyone has mental illness! “Mental illness is illness” There is a tie between our mental health and our spiritual health so “it's imperative to build up your spirit and rehearse God's truth over you” Carla helps Christian women who are struggling with their mental health create rhythms of thriving and deepen their faith.  “Your mental illness is not a judgement against your spiritual life!” Be encouraged today! Connect with Carla at  www.Carlaarges.com Buy Out from the Darkness here _______________ Join our WELL Facebook group for more support and encouragement to refill daily with faith, self care, health and wellness!  Follow me on Insta FREE morning routine guide thewellteam.com/morningroutine Essential oils- thewellteam.com/essentialoils Get my favorite top 10 doTERRA products here: https://doterra.me/n2pgTr Email hello@thewellteam.com Want to talk? Kari's coaching will help you combat overwhelm and exhaustion to design a life you love through faith, self care, holistic health and habits you love! www.calendly.com/karidaviscoaching for a connection call to see if coaching with Kari is a good fit for you!

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Are you worried about your physical appearance? Do you associate your acceptability and lovability with a number on a scale or a size in pants? Are you wondering if looks and body image matter in life? To answer those questions, I sat down to chat with Carla Arges about body image. Despite the enemy's attempt to disrupt the internet connection and stop the convo, the Holy Spirit spoke through this beautiful and wise woman. In this episode, Carla shares her testimony. Her struggles with body image showed that the enemy was using her own body to distract her from doing the kingdom work the Lord was leading her to focus on. She shares her experience as a testimony to God's faithfulness. She offers wisdom that will empower you to stop giving into the enemy's schemes and start doing the mighty work the Lord prepared for you to do. I pray this blesses you. Featured Guest: Carla Arges is a wellness coach and host of Affirming Truths Podcast. She was an overwhelmed mom, wife, Christian, and a woman battling a mood disorder and a painful past. And boy, was she lacking in joy and purpose! Through her journey, she has discovered how to thrive with mental illness and grow in her faith. She developed a passion for helping women transform their lives by rooting their identity and confidence in Christ. Connect with Carla Arges: Podcast: Affirming Truths Podcast Website: carlaarges.com Featured Review: Just In Time Tips "Erika has so much great information for us girls who suffer from anxiety and overwhelm. Thank you for being real and biblical in your work." - Melinda D V - Connect with me! Instagram: @mrsdiazcastro Facebook: @emdiazcastro Website: Her Renewed Strength Thank you so much for listening! If you love today's episode, the best way you can show love and support is to leave a 5-star rating & a written review on the podcast. This helps other Christian women who want the same support and valuable content find the show.

Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the Girls Talking Life podcast with a special behind the scenes show, answering your questions, sharing favorite episodes, and of course, my Favorite 5! Cheers!   Mentioned in this Episode Don't Ignore the Nudge Podcast Open Door Sisterhood Podcast #19 with Hollie Daniels   Favorite Episodes (of 50-100): #85 Confront the Limits of your love with Amy Wolff #79 Manage Your Money on Mission with Katie Jones #74 A Warm and Welcoming Home for the Holidays with Alieta Casey #73 Breast Cancer Warrior with Kaci Sintek #61 Living Victoriously with Mental Illness with Carla Arges #57 Finding Mom Friends with Melanie Dale #51 Taking Left Turns with Jesus with Kristan Dooley   Summer of Friendship Series   Ways You Can Support the Show Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Share the Show with a Friend Make a Purchase Using an Affiliate Link Shop Girls Talking Life Products   Yohonna's Favorite 5 Juice Beauty Stem Cellular CC Cream Stitchfix* Pure Haven Pink Grapefruit Sugar Body Scrub* The Faster Way to Fat Loss with Abby Miller* The Bible Recap Podcast and Reading Plan (Let me know if you're starting the plan in January 2023)! *This is an affiliate link, but please know that this is something I truly love and would (and do!) recommend to my friends and family. Using one of these links to purchase a product or service directly supports Girls Talking Life at no extra cost to you.   CONNECT WITH GIRLS TALKING LIFE Get the GTL Newsletter | Instagram | Facebook

In today's episode I chat with Carla about her redemptive story and how it brought her to a true understand of God's love for her! We chat about stewarding your life well and doing that through surrender!  You don't want to miss any of this conversation!!Here's how to get in touch with Carla! Everything ---> www.carlaarges.comIG-----> @carlaargesFREEBIES:5 Steps to Building Mental Resilisency → https://mailchi.mp/4338670272b5/buildingmentalresiliencyRESOURCES:Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards ---> https://www.carlaarges.com/product/who-you-say-i-am-affirmation-cardsJoin In His Image Wellness Collective  ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.comMy stuff :) ✨Come hang with me on IG- https://www.instagram.com/mrsangelapitnikoff/✨Join our FB sisterhood!- https://www.facebook.com/groups/kingdomdaughterssisterhood✨Be more amazing and leave a review!- https://lovethepodcast.com/LoHGyj✨Want some fun free resources? Click here- www.thekingdomdaughters.com✨ Connect with me! thekingdomdaughterspodcast@gmail.com 

Hey Winner! As you may have heard my story, I have struggled with depression in my early adult years and still face the battle to keep my victory. If you don't know my story, you can hear it in episode 130. But, one thing I have learned is that just because I struggle with mental health doesn't mean it gives me an out to what God has called me to. He WILL equip me to follow the path He's planned, and He'll do the same for you. My friend Carla is joining me today to talk about how to walk in purpose and thrive in life even if you face a daily struggle with mental illness. One thing she learned is that she needed to grieve the idea of what she thought her life would be like and accept the way she is to find a way to thrive. We are not limitless (if we were, we wouldn't need God, would we?). She shares more about how she accepted her limitations and what that meant for her own success. Rooting for you ~ Gabe LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE Full show notes: https://redhotmindset.com/does-mental-illness-stop-gods-call-on-your-life-how-to-equip-yourself-to-thrive-in-the-midst-of-daily-mental-illness-struggles-interview-with-carla-arges-episode-154/ Carla's website: http://carlaarges.com/ Connect with Carla on Instagram @carlaarges - https://www.instagram.com/carlaarges/ Ep 130 | Overcoming Idols in Our Lives - Letting Go of Emotional Holds and Physical Appearance and Finding My Identity in Christ: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-130-overcoming-idols-in-our-lives-letting-go-of/id1504519991?i=1000555212775    CONNECT WITH ME Create your Intentional Purpose Plan - for coaching details, head to redhotmindset.com/coaching -- BOOK HERE Mind Over Marathon: Overcoming Mental Barriers in the Race of Life -- https://redhotmindset.com/mind-over-marathon/ Victory Run: Turning Trials into Triumphs -- https://redhotmindset.com/victoryrun/ Simplicity & Motherhood Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4mindfulmamas Website: https://redhotmindset.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabecox_redhotmindset/

Do you or someone you love struggle with your mental health?  Maybe even have a mental illness? Today on The Well Health and Wholeness podcast we have Carla Arges.  Carla has been diagnosed with biopolar and borderline and shares her amazing journey of diagnosis, how she copes with her own self care, and gives us tips on how to care for and love others well that are struggling with their mental health.  Carla is a coach, author,  mom, wife and mental health advocate. She is the host of the Affirming Truths podcast, a show to encourage women to renew their minds and affirm their identity in Christ. Her mission is to help women gain confidence in who they are so that they can walk more boldly in the purpose God has over their life.   Website: carlaarges.com IG handle: @carlaarges Mental Resiliency Freebie: https://mailchi.mp/4338670272b5/buildingmentalresiliency   Join our WELL Facebook group for more support and encouragement!  http://www.bit.ly/thewellfbgroup Follow me on Insta: www.instagram.com/karidavis_thewell   Email hello@thewellteam.com Want to talk? Get coaching to reclaim a life you love!?! www.calendly.com/karidaviscoaching  for a connection call to see if coaching with Kari is a good fit for you!

The self-help world is full of these affirmations. You don't have to take my word for it- today we are talking with Carla Arges, host of the podcast and ministry, Affirming Truths where she brings the kind of affirmations that work- faith-based and rooted in building a relationship with our creator. You are going to love this one... Are we truly enough? What affirmations speak and transform our soul? WANT MORE DEEP DIVES INTO HIS WORD AND TIME WITH GAL PALS? Join my CHRISTIAN WOMEN AFTER RELIGION Insider's Club right here!   Today's Blog/ Podcast- https://findingfaithabove.com/affirmations-that-work-how-to-use-gods-strength-to-fight-lifes-biggest-battles-interview-with-carla-arges/   Website>>https://findingfaithabove.com Contact>> hello@findingfaithabove.com  IG>> https://www.instagram.com/shelbyhohs @shelbyhohs Facebook Page>> https://www.facebook.com/findingfaithabove Facebook Group>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianwomenafterreligion   Find more about Carla and about her podcast, Affirming Truths at Her Website- Carlaarges.com  

Have you ever looked in front of the mirror and spoke or thought something negative? We often tent to do this and it is referred to as negative self talk. Today's episode is all about overcoming this and how my special guest, Carla Arges, from Affirming Truths Podcast, has used godly biblical affirmations to grow and overcome the very real struggles associated with mental illness. I am blown away with all the Carla has been through, but speaking with her, I can just feel her love for God and passion for helping others. If you find yourself struggling with insecurities, lies that the devil has been trying to get you to believe, this is a must listen!!! Below are the links we mention in our conversation-go check them out!! Affirming Truths Podcast: https://www.carlaarges.com/affirming-truth-podcast Who You Say I Am Affirmation Cards: https://www.carlaarges.com/affirming-truths/shop Facebook Community (NEW): https://www.facebook.com/groups/affirmingtruths   Hey, Warrior Mammas, don't forget to come join me and our tribe in my Facebook group HERE!! 

In this episode Carla Arges shares about the traumatic childhood she survived and how she's living a full and meaningful life despite her circumstances. This episode is chock full of transparency, encouragement and wisdom for thriving after living through the darkest of days that some of us can only imagine. Carla and I dive into healing from trauma, navigating parenting as a healing person and so much more. Come join this conversation to learn about helping others heal, recognizing your own trauma and thriving despite less than ideal circumstances. ----------------------------- Championing A Cancer Patient As the holiday season is quickly approaching, I'd love for my amazing online community to choose one patient to champion during this season. If you're struggling to decide on a gift or have no idea where to start, here is a list of gifts that were most helpful to me during my battle with cancer: https://www.alichristian.com/giftsforawarrior. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ali-christian/message

Life has many seasons and some are easier than others. When we're in a rough season it can be extremely painful. A lot of us do everything humanly possible to avoid the reality but the truth is, working through those difficult moments can be healing & productive. Our conversation with Carla Arges takes a deeper look into what it means to 'put in the work' when the darker seasons of life roll in. We talk about why it's so important to look within instead of ignore the pain. This episode is about understanding our pain so that we can release it and move forward. Enjoy Peaches! SHOW NOTES Let's Talk, Peaches Website: www.letstalkpeaches.com IG: @letstalk_peaches TikTok: @letstalk_peaches Carla Arges IG: @carlaarges Website: www.carlaarges.com Affirming Truths IG: @affirmingtruths

Carla is the founder of Affirming Truths and host of the Affirming Truths Podcast. She doesn't shy away from the more difficult conversations, and she advocates for those struggling with mental health and body image. She's a gem and you won't want to miss this episode! Where to find Carla: Instagram: @carlaarges @affirmingtruths Website: affirmingtruths.com

Grab the free Ready to Dream Checklist HERE. God has given you a purpose that is uniquely yours, but the temptation to control the results can disrupt any meaningful progress because the dream belongs to God first and the outcomes rest on Him alone. If you are anxious, stressed out, or worried about the future, this episode is filled with the truth of Scripture and Carla's calming presence to remind you of the value and importance of surrendering our God-shaped dreams to Him daily. While battling a mood disorder and a painful past, Carla Arges discovered her heart for encouraging women to walk boldly in God's truth and His purpose for their lives. She shares how God continues to carry her through the most difficult days and the tools she has created for herself and other women to point us to the transformational truth of God's Word. Loved this interview? Come on over to the Facebook group to share your thoughts on this episode.   MORE ABOUT CARLA: Carla Arges is an encourager, creator, and speaker. Her podcast is called Affirming Truths, and it's just one of the places where she encourages women in their walk with Jesus. She was once an overwhelmed mom, wife, Christian woman battling a mood disorder and painful past. She lacked joy or any sense of purpose. Through her journey of deepening her relationship with Jesus she has discovered how to thrive with mental illness, grow in her faith, and she has developed a passion to help women transform their lives by helping them root their identity and confidence in Christ.   NEXT STEPS: GET CONNECTED WITH THE COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/devoteddreamers/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: https://www.patreon.com/DevotedDreamersPodcast LEAVE A REVIEW: On Apple Podcasts/iTunes or Stitcher SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts * Subscribe on Android

Did you know that this week is Mental Illness Awareness Week?  I know this subject is not talked about very much in the church, but today I want to give voice to it. I am so excited to have Carla Arges on the podcast this week. She is a mental health advocate, and I love that she honestly and vulnerably shares about her struggle with mental illness this week.  What I also love is she gives such truth and wisdom. She talks about mental health vs mental illness and compares it to physical health and physical illness. It was very eye-opening to me. She also encourages others to focus on their identity in Christ through Affirming Truths. One of my favorite parts of the episode! I promise you do not want to miss her wisdom. Also, I am so excited for someone to win a set of Carla's Affirming Truth Cards. All the details of the book giveaway are on my website at jodirosser.com or you can click this direct link: https://jodirosser.com/giveaways/affirming-truth-cards/ Book Recommendation: The Daily Kairos Journal Carla is an entrepreneur, author, mom, wife, and mental health advocate. She is the founder of Affirming Truths, a platform to help women affirm their identity in Christ. Her mission is to help women gain confidence in who they are so that they can walk more boldly in the purpose God has over their life. You can connect with Carla on her website or on Instagram.

In the world today, it feels like we're being pulled at least 100 different directions. Today on the podcast, special guest Carla Arges shares where she chooses to put her identity in the midst of her struggles with Bipolar disorder, BPD, and knowing where her Truth is found. If you are struggling with listening to the voices of the world over what God says about you, then this episode is for you!

Carla Arges just blew my mind during this interview. She put her tribulations and tests into ultimate truth that allows her to help others to walk boldly in their purpose. Her standing confidently has allowed her to train others to stand in their own God-fidence to walk fully and whole in who God meant for them to be. I was blessed and I know you will be, too! Check out her resources!     

Struggling with a mental illness? Feeling defined by your mental diagnosis? Or maybe you've questioned your purpose or worth in Christ because you've dealt with clinical depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc. You're not alone. Join me in relaxing in Jesus's arms and listening to this episode with special Guest, Carla Arges as she shares her testimony of what it's like having Bipolar Disorder and BPD as a Christian woman and how she doesn't let her diagnosis define her identity in Christ.  Get ready to be encouraged & equipped! Carla Arges is an entrepreneur, mom, wife, author, and mental health advocate. She is the founder of Affirming Truths, a platform to help women affirm their identity in Christ.  Connect with Carla: https://www.instagram.com/carlaarges/ https://www.instagram.com/carlaarges/ Affirming Truths Website: https://affirmingtruths.com/ Affirming Truths Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affirmingtruths/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Carla Arges, Founder of “Affirming Truths” leads us on a journey of total surrender to a God who has our best interests at heart, even when what we ask for isn't what we are getting. From childhood trauma experiences to episodes of depression and mental illness, Carla takes us on a journey of faith in God who has our best interests at heart. What happens when you ask for something and don't get it? How do you keep up your faith in God at those tough moments? Carla's story will definitely leave you feeling more challenged in your relationship and walk with the Father. Connect with Carla: https://affirmingtruths.com Instagram and other social channels: @carlaarges Do you have suggestions on podcast topics or just want to give feedback on this episode (or any other one), please feel free to share your thoughts here (you can copy and paste in your browser): https://bit.ly/3f0LSon Want to connect or talk further to discuss your personal development and chart a clear path, book a free 15 mins session here. (You can copy and paste in your browser as well): https://bit.ly/3c5yD3N

We’re jumping back into our series on parenting and family culture today while continuing to talk about mental health. If you missed you the last episode, you definitely want to go back and hear my conversation with Carla Arges on Living Victoriously with Mental Illness. Today I’m joined by mental health professional, Michelle Nietert, and she and I are talking about making sure we’re healthy ourselves and then evaluating our kids’ mental health. Michelle and I talk about how important it is to check in with yourself. She tells us to check on our spiritual practice, to check on our emotions, our sleep, our nutrition and our movement. Michelle gives ideas for how we can be sure we’re centering ourselves on God so we are in a good mindset. She says, “emotions need to be on the bus, but they don’t need to be driving the bus…we want to make sure God is driving our bus.” Next, it’s time to check in with our kids, have conversations and evaluate their mental health. Michelle says we want to make sure our kids are hopeful about the future, that they’re managing their nutrition and sleep well, and that they are able to process negative emotions when they experience them. She shares questions we can ask our kids to gauge how they’re doing in these areas. Michelle says if they’re not doing well or if we’re just not sure, it’s time to ask for help from a professional. She also encourages us to celebrate when things are good! Michelle Nietert, LPC-S is an author, speaker, and Clinical Director of Community Counseling Associates in Dallas, TX. She’s a sought-after leader by mental health professionals, churches, and school districts, co-author of Loved & Cherished, a devotional for tween girls and is also co-host of the Raising Brave Beauties podcast, which will be re-launching in May as Raising Mentally Healthy Kids.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Pray Every Day Podcast with Mary DeMuth Brendon Burchard – Doorways The Mother and Son Prayer Journal by Christie Thomas Loved & Cherished: 100 Devotions for Girls by Lynn Cowell and Nichelle Nietert The Passion Ministries – Lou Giglio Dr. Tim Elmore Screen Kids by Arlene Pellicane   MICHELLE’S FAVORITE 5 Marleylily Monogramming Atomic Habits by James Clear Scent Bird Buff City Soap Bath Bombs The Naturally Nourish Podcast   CONNECT WITH MICHELLE Instagram | Facebook | Website   THE GATHERING PROJECT A five-day experience to plan, prep and gather with your girlfriends. The Gathering Project begins on June 14th. You’ll get: 5 days of coaching videos a 12-page workbook – the Girls Gathering Guide GTL conversation cards access to a private FB group for real-time interaction with me and other group members for support, ideas and encouragement. My mission is to help you gather, have conversations, create meaningful connections, and build lasting friendships. Sign me up!

Carla Arges is on the show today sharing her story and her encouragement for those living with mental illness. She also explains what it’s like to live with mental illness on a daily basis for those of us who don’t know. Carla has so much insight and wisdom straight from God’s Word on this subject. She clears up misconceptions about mental illness as Christians and gives practical guidance for those wanting to love someone well who is struggling in this way. Carla tells us that early on she wanted to handle her struggles on her own, but once she became a mother she knew she didn’t want to repeat the cycle of her childhood with her son, which is what led her to seek help. Carla says “making that shift from being a victim of my circumstances to having ownership over my life was a huge turning point.” Carla shares some low points in her journey and how God showed her that He created her for MORE. He gently walked her through healing and restoration slowly, one area at a time. Carla tells us that while she still struggles with identity, a way she has combated those feelings is by creating affirmations directly from scripture to remind her of the truth of who she is in Christ.   Carla explains what it’s like to live her mental illness and how she has learned to utilize the tools available to her. She says that by controlling the things you can control — like how much sleep you get, the foods you eat and how much you move your body — you can “live a victorious life within your illness.” Carla is an entrepreneur, author, mom, wife and mental health advocate. She is the founder of Affirming Truths, a platform to help women affirm their identity in Christ. Her mission is to help women gain confidence in who they are so that they can walk more boldly in the purpose God has over their life.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affirming Truths   CARLA’S FAVORITE 5 Kairos Journal Who You Say I Am Affirmation Cards Happy Light Morning Coffee Made by her Husband Scopa Italian Card Game   CONNECT WITH CARLA Instagram | Facebook | Website   GIRLS TALKING LIFE COMMUNITY Did you know that there’s a Girls Talking Life community group on FB? It’s an extension of the podcast where we can connect and continue to grow even when we can’t be with our girlfriends. If you are looking for community, if you want join in the conversation after the show and encourage others as we all grow in our faith, jump in to this group! I’d love to see you there! Join the Community!

“Morning Cup of Faith” honors “Mental Health Awareness Month” with our life-affirming guest, Carla Arges, a mental health advocate, entrepreneur, author, mom and wife (carlaargeswellness.com). Carla resides in Ontario, Canada and she refers to herself as a “Bipolar and BPD Warrior saved by grace." She's the creator and founder of “Affirming Truths" (Who You Say I Am) a social media platform to help women gain confidence in who they are so they can walk more boldly in the purpose God has declared over their life. She was an overweight, overwhelmed mom, wife and Christian woman battling a mood disorder and a painful past of homelessness, addiction, teenage pregnancy and a suicide attempt. Carla reflects, “I spent a lot of my life running, running from my past, my feelings and hurt, running to a box of cookies or a bottle of wine instead of running into the arms of Jesus. I now sit with God even in the hard stuff, and that is the change. In the past when I was numbing out my feelings I was also numbing out God. He was waiting for me with arms wide open. It didn’t matter what I had done or how I had lived. God was calling me home.” Carla discovered she had an undiagnosed bipolar and borderline personality disorder, which is a common diagnosis for children who grew up with trauma. Carla reveals, “I grew up in a tough environment with a lot of turmoil with a mother who had an undiagnosed mental illness. I felt I was not worthy or lovable, like I had to earn my value. I didn’t want to accept my diagnosis, but I wanted to provide a safe environment for my son. I decided to be a change agent and to break patterns. There’s so much freedom facing what you think you cannot face.” Through Carla's journey to wellness, success (she’s celebrating fifteen years of marriage) and a new identity in Christ, she discovered a passion for helping women transform their lives one thought, one meal, one movement at a time. Carla inspires women to go from broken to brave and from victim to victor by sharing her own bumpy road to freedom. Carla adds, “What inspires me is to see a woman realize her worth, given to her by God, and to see her step out in boldness to do what God is calling her to do."

LOVING SOMEONE WITH BIPOLAR - CARLA SHARES HER STORY & GIVES GUIDANCE TO HELP YOU SUPPORT LOVED ONESGet started by signing up for the MORNING RITUAL MASTERY, which will help you learn how to create a morning routine to connect deeper with yourself. MORNING RITUAL MASTER AFFILIATE LINK: https://howdidyoulearntodothat.com/mo...SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER AT WWW.HOWDIDYOULEARNTODOTHAT.COMHave you ever wondered how you can love and support someone with bipolar or another mental health illness? How can you show up in a respectful, loving and sensitive way?In this special episode, Angeza is joined by Carla Arges, Founder of Affirming Truths who shares her story of how she has a mental illness BUT is NOT a mental illness. She shares incredible and powerful guidance on how to support people you love in a respectful, kind, considerate and helpful way. Loving someone with bipolar or any other mental illness is simple - just be present, show up like you would for anything else and make space to just be there. In this episode, we talk about:*The practical supports needed in times of crisis*The importance of accepting your limitations *The importance of advocating for yourself and your mental health *Recognizing the support you need and putting it in place *Learn to ask for and accept help*The critical step of understanding that you are not your illness, you have an illnessI am so excited to share this incredible story and episode with you! You can tune into this episode to learn more on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other major podcast platforms! LINK TO SHOW NOTES: https://howdidyoulearntodothat.com/podcast/loving-someone-with-bipolar/VISIT US ON INSTAGRAM WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM/HOWDIDYOULEARNTODOTHATAngeza's purpose in life is to share and inspire you with the stories of people from all walks of life who have made small daily commitments to themselves, their purpose and their happiness. These stories will be tangible, easy to digest and implement. Allowing you to begin to understand what makes you, your soul and your mind truly in tune and peaceful. What is it that you are here to do in this world?    We look forward to having you listen to this episode and to join us weekly as we release new episodes every week.       Please visit, like, subscribe and share this episode!      Visit us at howdidyoulearntodothat.com for more content!IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, CHECK OUT THESE ONES TOO:Episode 21: How to know your why and stop having expectationshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLwFn7pfz_8&t=21sEpisode 7: 15 books that changed my lifehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKaRI0BV_58&t=124s#mentalhealth #bipolar #affirmingtruths #prenataldepression #antenataldepression #lovingsomeonewithbipolar #bipolarfamily support #signsofantenataldepression #prepartumdepressionsymptoms #momsmentalhealth #aligningwhoyouare

Research is calling it the new pandemic. Join host Melinda, special guests, April Hernandez and Carla Arges as they discuss loneliness. Technology allows us to be connected at all times, so why is it that we're feeling lonelier than ever before? In this episode of See Hear Love, experts Dr. Merry Lin and Eric Jacobsen explore how we got here and what we can do to build community and a sense of belonging that will benefit both our mental and physical health.

Join Host Melinda Estabrooks and guests Dr. Merry Lin, Steven Rolfe, Brett Ullman, and Carla Arges as they share their personal stories of Mental Illness, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder, as well as self care practices that help them manage their mental illness.