Podcasts about finding peace

In this episode of the Christian Book Blurb, host Matt McChlery speaks with author Faith Chang about her book 'Peace Over Perfection.' They explore the themes of perfectionism, grace, and the cultural pressures that contribute to feelings of inadequacy. Faith shares her personal journey and insights on how to navigate the challenges of perfectionism while embracing God's grace. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the journey of becoming who God created us to be, rather than striving for unattainable perfection. Links Help keep this podcast on the web by simply buying me a coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattmcchlery Sponsor an episode of this podcast Click for Advertising info Visit Matt McChlery's website mattmcchlery.com Visit Faith Chang's website Takeaways I know I'm not supposed to be a perfectionist and that's why I feel anxious. It's not about being a perfect Christian. Struggling with faith is part of the journey. Anxiety can cloud our spiritual clarity. Finding balance is essential in Christian living. Self-acceptance is key to spiritual growth. Trusting God is a daily choice. Perfectionism leads to unnecessary anxiety. Maybe I don't trust God enough. Why am I even like this? Sound Bites "Trusting God is a daily choice" "Maybe I don't trust God enough" "Why am I even like this?" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Perfectionism 02:42 Understanding Perfectionism 05:28 Cultural Pressures and Perfectionism 07:45 The Role of Grace in Perfectionism 10:42 Practical Wisdom from the Book 13:14 Personal Stories and Anecdotes 15:47 The Journey of Becoming 18:45 Closing Thoughts and Prayer        

Have you been chasing peace and joy? In this message from Christmas Eve 2018, Judah Smith explores how we've been offered three life-changing gifts available to anyone who receives them- peace, joy and a life made right with God. If you're craving calm, clarity or a fresh sense of purpose, this message will meet you right where you are. SUBSCRIBE TODAY for Weekly Service messages, Daily Guided Prayers, & more! Download the FREE Churchome app in the Apple App store or Google Play store! https://www.churchome.org/app

Liting Cong is Legal Counsel at ASICS, one of Japan's most successful sportswear companies. Liting shares her journey through the lens of Japanese aesthetics, particularly the concept of wabi-sabi or embracing imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. If you're considering an in-house career in Japan, curious about human-centric AI, or looking for wisdom on embracing life's uncertainties, you will enjoy the metaphor Liting shares about building a beautiful garden. More on that inside this episode! If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Head over to Apple Podcasts to leave a review and we'd love it if you would leave us a message here!In this episode you'll hear:How Japanese martial arts and dance became a source of peace and resilience during challenging timesThe evolution of in-house counsel roles beyond gatekeeping and contract reviewPractical strategies for unlearning perfectionism that Liting uses herself at workWhy ideation is a lawyer's secret weapon in the age of AILiting's favourite book and other fun facts About LitingLiting Cong is a Legal Counsel at ASICS Corporation, where she leads global privacy, AI governance, and digital initiatives in the Legal Department. She graduated from Grinnell College in 2011, and University of Toronto Faculty of Law in 2014. She was admitted to the bar in Ontario in 2015, and in New York in 2019. Before relocating to Japan, Liting gained diverse international experience at King & Wood in Shanghai, Shin & Kim in Seoul, and Stikeman & Elliott in Toronto, and started her own practice as a sole practitioner in Toronto.In addition to her legal credentials, Liting is a data protection professional with multiple certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) for European privacy (CIPP/E), privacy program management (CIPM), and artificial intelligence governance (AIGP). With over a decade of experience living and working in Canada and Japan, Liting brings not only legal expertise but also fluency in the languages--English, Chinese, and Japanese--and a deep understanding of cross-cultural business environments. In 2018, as an avid fan of Japanese arts and culture since childhood, Liting relocated to Japan. She joined Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation in Osaka as Legal Counsel, and later SymBio Pharmaceuticals Limited in Tokyo as Legal Manager.In 2023, Liting joined ASICS Corporation in its global headquarters in Kobe. She now serves as the lead in global privacy and AI governance and managing ASICS' digital initiatives across the globe. Liting lives in Osaka with her husband and a cat who enjoys making cameos in Teams calls and supervising all her legal work.  Connect with LitingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/litingcong/ LinksGokan: https://patisserie-gokan.co.jp/item/ The Cultural Map by Erin Meyer https://amzn.asia/d/9w9muCI Connect with Catherine LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyeronair

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Finding Peace in the Glow of Hanukkah Light Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-14-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: בחורף קר בהרי הכפר, שלג נופל בעדינות על הגגות.En: In the cold winter of the village hills, snow gently falls on the roofs.He: הכפר ידוע באתר הסקי שלו, אבל היום כולם עסוקים במרכז הבריאות.En: The village is known for its ski resort, but today everyone is busy at the health center.He: בתוך מחלקה קטנה בבית החולים, אריאל שוכבת על מיטה ליד החלון.En: Inside a small ward in the hospital, Ariel lies on a bed near the window.He: היא מביטה החוצה ורואה את ההרים המושלגים.En: She looks outside and sees the snow-covered mountains.He: ברקע, העצים הגבוהים מתכסים גלימות לבנות.En: In the background, the tall trees are cloaked in white robes.He: אריאל מחכה לתוצאות הבדיקה.En: Ariel is waiting for her test results.He: היא רוצה לדעת, האם הכל בסדר?En: She wants to know if everything is alright.He: תחושת הפחד והלחץ ממלאים את מחשבותיה.En: Feelings of fear and pressure fill her thoughts.He: נועה, חברתה הטובה, מגיעה לבקר.En: Noa, her good friend, comes to visit.He: היא מביאה תה חם ואומרת, "נעביר את הזמן יחד, אריאל.En: She brings hot tea and says, "We'll pass the time together, Ariel.He: אולי קצת שמחה של חנוכה יעזור.En: Maybe a bit of Hanukkah joy will help."He: "בחוץ קר מאוד, אבל בפנים יש חום של נרות החנוכה.En: Outside, it's very cold, but inside there's the warmth of the Hanukkah candles.He: שירה, אחות המחלקה, מצטרפת אליהן ומדליקה את החנוכייה.En: Shira, the ward nurse, joins them and lights the chanukiah.He: הדלקת הנרות מביאה אור נעים לחדר, וכולן שרות את "מעוז צור" ברכות.En: The candle lighting brings a pleasant light to the room, and they all softly sing "Maoz Tzur".He: למרות החשש, אריאל מנסה לחייך, ליהנות מהרגעים שאינסטינקטיבית גורמים לה להרגיש בבית.En: Despite the anxiety, Ariel tries to smile, enjoying these moments that instinctively make her feel at home.He: בעוד הנרות דולקים, הנייד של אריאל מצלצל.En: While the candles burn, Ariel's phone rings.He: הלב שלה פועם במהירות.En: Her heart beats quickly.He: על הקו נמצא דוקטור לוי, הוא רוצה לדבר איתה.En: On the line is Dr. Levi, who wants to talk to her.He: האור שבחדר הופך רך ומרגיע.En: The light in the room becomes soft and soothing.He: אריאל אוחזת בנועה ושירה, מרגישה את תמיכתן.En: Ariel holds onto Noa and Shira, feeling their support.He: תוך כדי שיחה, דוקטור לוי מסביר שהכל בסדר.En: During the conversation, Dr. Levi explains that everything is fine.He: התוצאות טובות.En: The results are good.He: אריאל נושמת עמוק, ואז מתמלאת תחושת הקלה.En: Ariel takes a deep breath, then feels a wave of relief.He: האוויר בחדר נעשה קל יותר.En: The air in the room becomes lighter.He: היא חשה את החום של הנרות והאהבה שסביבה.En: She feels the warmth of the candles and the love surrounding her.He: אריאל מבינה פתאום שהחג הזה מלמד אותה להיות כאן ועכשיו.En: Ariel suddenly understands that this holiday teaches her to be in the here and now.He: היא לומדת להעריך כל רגע עם האנשים היקרים לה.En: She learns to appreciate every moment with the people dear to her.He: החג, עם ברכתו ואורו, מעמיק את תחושת השקט בלבה.En: The holiday, with its blessing and light, deepens the sense of peace in her heart.He: בפרידה מהחששות, היא מוצאת שלום פנימי וכוח חדש להיות פגיעה ובאותו זמן גם חזקה בזכות הקהילה שסביבה.En: In saying goodbye to her worries, she finds inner peace and new strength to be vulnerable and at the same time strong, thanks to the community around her. Vocabulary Words:winter: חורףsnow: שלגroofs: גגותward: מחלקהtest results: תוצאות הבדיקהfear: פחדpressure: לחץhot tea: תה חםcandles: נרותchanukiah: חנוכייהinstinctively: אינסטינקטיביתsupport: תמיכהconversation: שיחהrelief: הקלהsoothing: מרגיעcommunity: קהילהhesitation: חששappreciate: להעריךcourage: אומץvulnerable: פגיעהblessing: ברכהsilence: שקטharmony: הרמוניהstrength: חוזקmountains: הריםsongs: שיריםhealth center: מרכז הבריאותpeace: שלוםquiet: שקטanxiety: חרדהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

When winter settles into the Appalachian hills, life slows in a way that invites reflection, connection, and quiet peace. In this intimate episode of Appalachian Shine, we travel through small towns and mountain communities—from Tazewell County and Richlands to Abingdon, Bristol, Pikeville, and beyond—exploring how winter reveals the soul of Appalachia. Through gentle storytelling and familiar places, this episode captures the stillness, resilience, and warmth that emerge when the mountains rest, reminding us that sometimes the quietest season speaks the loudest. #Appalachia #AppalachianLife #AppalachianCulture #MountainLife #LifeInTheHills #RuralVoices #SmallTownAmerica #Bristol #Richlands #Pikeville #Abingdon #RussellCounty #PrincetonWV #LewisburgWV   www.supportappalachia.org      

In this episode, the hosts get real about what it looks like to grow up, raise kids, and still try to have a life. They swap stories about New York nights out, messy family dynamics, and the emotional whiplash of moving from “I'll figure it out later” to “I'm responsible for everyone.”They unpack how hard it is to hold big dreams while juggling bills, kids, and mental health, and talk about the small rituals and boundaries that keep them sane. At its core, this is an honest conversation about becoming the adult you needed, without losing the parts of yourself that still want fun, freedom, and possibility.Keywordsparenting, modern motherhood, family, adulting, goals, self-care, relationships, New York, life transitions, personal growth, honest reflections

Ashley C. Ford returns to the pod today for a deeply personal, raw, and revelatory conversation about how we can love the world, our people, and ourselves through this trying moment. We explore:  - Why we're no longer certain that “to be loved is to be known”;  - Why we resent our people when they don't understand us—and how to find more love, peace, and acceptance in our relationships;  - Abby's realization that she doesn't need to “fix” Glennon's sadness; sometimes partnership looks like staying steady while your person feels it all.  For those of us who feel lost, afraid, or alone: Ashley's wisdom and clarity are exactly what we need. Snuggle in, open your minds and your hearts. We love you.  For more of Ashley on We Can Do Hard Things:  52. FORGIVING & FINDING PEACE with ASHLEY C. FORD 53. How to Love Yourself & Let Yourself be Loved with Ashley C. Ford About Ashley:  Ashley C. Ford is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, SOMEBODY'S DAUGHTER: A MEMOIR. She is also the former co-host of The HBO companion podcast Lovecraft Country Radio, and of Ben & Jerry's Into The Mix. Ford lives in Indianapolis, Indiana with her husband, poet and fiction writer, Kelly Stacy, and their chocolate lab Astro Renegade Ford-Stacy.

On the podcast today, an advent-themed broadcast on the topic of Peace. You can rejoice in that vast, ineffable sense of divinely given well-being that comes when you've prayed about a matter. Broadcast #6467To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu.A transcript of this broadcast is available on our website here. To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram.

Have you ever heard of "the Long Peace"? It's the period of history from 1945 (the end of WW2) all the way to the present. For 80 years, now, it has been argued that while there have been relatively small skirmishes, there has not been the large, global embroilment of conflict that has caused millions of deaths. Perhaps to you, that's small comfort, and that's understandable. If you or your family is facing depression and anxiety, more month at the end of your money, work and/or relational conflict, chronic infirmity or injury ... the angelic proclaimation of "Peace on earth good will towards men" doesn't ring true. But Biblical peace, the shalom that God gives that God gives is not the absence of conflict but the presence of God. Biblical peace means “completeness, soundness, welfare, and even success" that is not tied to circumstance. It is trusting that God will manifest His Kingdom and Will no matter what happens. Are you experiencing Biblical peace? How do you get it? Listen-in to this powerful and fun episode! ▶️ Nate's Message on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/ytp4e3df

This week the sisters sit down to catch up on all things holiday life — from their cozy Thanksgiving celebrations to the excitement (and chaos!) of gearing up for Christmas.They also dive into another Revive devotional by Cleere Cherry Reaves, reflecting on the beauty of waiting on God's perfect timing. Through honest conversation and heartfelt insight, they share what patience, surrender, and trust look like in real life during this busy season.Grab your coffee, cozy up, and join the sisters for a warm, faith-filled episode that will leave you encouraged as you step into the holidays!

Join us beginning this January as we explore how to keep your faith simple in just 5 minutes a day. Not over complicated, simple faith is a great way to start each day. And don't forget to bring a friend!Life can often feel overwhelming with constant notifications, the demands of work, and family obligations. Many of us equate peace with having no problems, but life doesn't work that way. Control over circumstances doesn't bring peace; it brings chaos. The peace offered by the world is conditional and fragile, but the peace Jesus offers transcends circumstances. Jesus' peace, referred to as 'shalom,' represents wholeness, completeness, and harmony. This peace doesn't eliminate chaos but sustains us within it. To experience this peace, one must surrender control, stay present, and seek God's presence. The peace of God guards our hearts and minds, acting as a sentinel against anxiety and fear. As we light the second Advent candle, the candle of peace, we remember that Jesus came to be our peace in imperfect situations.00:00 The Chaos of Modern Life00:50 Redefining Peace02:32 Jesus' Promise of Peace03:38 The Meaning of Shalom04:24 Experiencing Peace in the Storm05:19 Practices to Cultivate Peace07:42 Conclusion: Embracing Peace

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Peace: A Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-10-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在南半球的夏季，宁静疗愈的一个修养地，绿意盎然的小山丘中，坐落着一个心灵静修所。En: In the summer of the southern hemisphere, nestled in a green, verdant hill, there is a serene and healing retreat.Zh: 这里有宁静的花园，潺潺的小溪，还有古朴的木屋，让每一个来访者都感受到心灵的宁和。En: This tranquil place lies a spiritual retreat center.Zh: 美玲正坐在小溪旁的一块石头上，轻轻闭上双眼，听着水流的声音。En: There are peaceful gardens, babbling streams, and quaint wooden cottages, allowing every visitor to feel a sense of inner tranquility.Zh: 她最近经历了一次轻微的意外，虽然身体有所恢复，却依然担心自己的恢复情况。En: Meiling is sitting on a rock beside the stream, gently closing her eyes and listening to the sound of the flowing water.Zh: 美玲是个内省且坚韧的人，但这次意外让她感到有些脆弱。En: She recently experienced a minor accident.Zh: 这时，她的朋友金海走过来，坐在她旁边。En: Although her body is recovering, she still worries about her recovery.Zh: 金海是一位乐观而支持的朋友，总是希望能帮助美玲恢复自信。En: Meiling is an introspective and resilient person, but the accident left her feeling somewhat vulnerable.Zh: 他微笑着说：“美玲，这里很适合心灵修养。我们可以一起练习冥想。”En: At this moment, her friend Jinhai comes over and sits next to her.Zh: 美玲点点头，她知道来这里是一个明智的选择。En: Jinhai is an optimistic and supportive friend, always eager to help Meiling regain her confidence.Zh: 她想借助这个静谧的环境，重新获得身体的健康和内心的平和。En: He smiled and said, "Meiling, this place is perfect for spiritual cultivation. We can practice meditation together."Zh: 尽管心中有些不安，但她也明白，接受金海的建议，去尝试冥想和全方面的疗养，或许对自己有益。En: Meiling nodded, knowing that coming here was a wise decision.Zh: 日子在简单的日程中悄然度过。En: She wants to use this tranquil environment to regain physical health and inner peace.Zh: 每天的冥想课，美玲渐渐学会放下心中的忧虑。En: Despite some anxiety, she also understands that accepting Jinhai's suggestion to try meditation and comprehensive therapy might be beneficial to her.Zh: 在某一个午后的冥想中，阳光透过树叶洒下斑驳的阴影，美玲顿时感受到一种前所未有的安宁。En: Days quietly pass by in a simple routine.Zh: 她仿佛看见了自己克服恐惧，接纳现状的样子，心中释然。En: With every day's meditation class, Meiling gradually learns to let go of her worries.Zh: 当美玲睁开双眼，她对金海露出一个温暖的微笑。En: In one afternoon's meditation, sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows, and Meiling suddenly felt an unprecedented sense of calm.Zh: “谢谢你，金海。我似乎豁然开朗，”她说道，“虽然康复之路还很长，但我不再害怕了。”En: It was as if she could see herself overcoming her fears and accepting her current situation, feeling relieved at heart.Zh: 从那以后，美玲对自己多了几分慈爱和理解。En: When Meiling opened her eyes, she gave Jinhai a warm smile.Zh: 不再急于求成，而是学会欣然接受不完美。En: "Thank you, Jinhai. I seem to have come to a realization," she said, "Although the road to recovery is still long, I'm no longer afraid."Zh: 她明白，康复是一个过程，而寻求帮助并不代表软弱。En: From then on, Meiling had a little more compassion and understanding for herself.Zh: 此时，有金海的陪伴，她愿意坚定地走下去，即便挑战不断，她也自信满满。En: She no longer rushed to succeed but learned to accept imperfection graciously.Zh: 在这个绿树葱茏的静修所，美玲找到了心灵的平和与勇气。En: She understood that recovery is a process, and seeking help does not signify weakness.Zh: 在往后的日子里，她将以一个新的视角面对生活的每一次小波折，带着从容和勇气。En: With Jinhai's company, she was willing to move forward steadfastly, facing challenges with confidence.Zh: 在往后的日子里，她将以一个新的视角面对生活的每一次小波折，带着从容和勇气。En: In this lush and serene retreat, Meiling found peace and courage in her heart.Zh: 在往后的日子里，她将以一个新的视角面对生活的每一次小波折，带着从容和勇气。En: In the days to come, she would face every small hurdle in life with a new perspective, carrying composure and courage. Vocabulary Words:nestled: 坐落着verdant: 绿意盎然serene: 宁静healing: 疗愈retreat: 静修所tranquility: 宁和babbling: 潺潺quaint: 古朴cottage: 木屋introspective: 内省resilient: 坚韧vulnerable: 脆弱optimistic: 乐观cultivation: 修养anxiety: 不安comprehensive: 全方面therapy: 疗养dappled: 斑驳unprecedented: 前所未有calm: 安宁realization: 豁然开朗afraid: 害怕compassion: 慈爱imperfection: 不完美graciously: 欣然steadfastly: 坚定confident: 自信满满lush: 绿树葱茏courage: 勇气hurdle: 波折

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Finding Peace: A Christmas Journey of Healing and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-10-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: I den kalde, klare luften lå det en magisk ro over skogen.En: In the cold, clear air, there was a magical calm over the forest.No: Snøen dekket bakken i et mykt, hvitt teppe.En: The snow covered the ground in a soft, white blanket.No: På en ås lå et lite retreat-senter, innhyllet av høye grantrær dekorert med forsiktige lys og stearinlys.En: On a hill stood a small retreat center, enveloped by tall grantrær decorated with delicate lights and candles.No: Det var vinter, og julen nærmet seg med raske skritt.En: It was winter, and Christmas was approaching swiftly.No: Sindre gikk langs den snødekte stien mot huset.En: Sindre walked along the snow-covered path towards the house.No: Han trakk jakken tettere rundt seg, og snøen knirket under støvlene hans.En: He pulled his jacket tighter around him, and the snow creaked under his boots.No: Inne i huset var det varmt og innbydende.En: Inside the house, it was warm and inviting.No: Lukten av furunåler blandet seg med duften av varm ingefærte.En: The scent of pine needles mingled with the aroma of hot ginger tea.No: Det var en førjulsmeditasjon som skulle gi ro og klarhet til dem som søkte.En: It was a pre-Christmas meditation intended to bring peace and clarity to those who sought it.No: Eline satt allerede på en matte i meditasjonsrommet.En: Eline was already sitting on a mat in the meditation room.No: Hun var her for å dele sin erfaring og hjelpe andre.En: She was there to share her experience and help others.No: Når hun så Sindre komme inn, ga hun ham et varmt smil.En: When she saw Sindre come in, she gave him a warm smile.No: Han smilte tilbake, men inni seg følte han seg usikker.En: He smiled back, but inside he felt uncertain.No: Et år fylt med kaos og tap hadde fått ham ut av balanse.En: A year filled with chaos and loss had thrown him out of balance.No: Han håpet desperat å finne ut hva som skulle bli veien videre.En: He desperately hoped to find out what the way forward would be.No: Meditasjonen begynte.En: The meditation began.No: Alle deltakerne lukket øynene og fulgte instruktørens myke stemme.En: All the participants closed their eyes and followed the instructor's gentle voice.No: "Pust dypt. Kjenn pusten fylle kroppen," sa instruktøren.En: "Breathe deeply. Feel the breath fill your body," said the instructor.No: Eline merket at Sindre slet med å finne ro.En: Eline noticed that Sindre struggled to find peace.No: Han satt med stive skuldre og rastløse hender.En: He sat with stiff shoulders and restless hands.No: Når sesjonen var over, spurte Eline forsiktig, "Hvordan går det, Sindre?"En: When the session was over, Eline asked gently, "How are you doing, Sindre?"No: Han nølte først, men bestemte seg så for å være ærlig.En: He hesitated at first, but then decided to be honest.No: "Det er vanskelig. Jeg føler meg... fortapt," sa han stille.En: "It's difficult. I feel... lost," he said quietly.No: Eline nikket forståelsesfullt.En: Eline nodded understandingly.No: "Det er mye styrke i å være ærlig om følelsene sine," svarte hun.En: "There's a lot of strength in being honest about your feelings," she replied.No: Hun ønsket å hjelpe ham finne fred, men visste at hun måtte være forsiktig.En: She wanted to help him find peace, but knew she had to be careful.No: Gjennom flere sesjoner fortsatte Sindre å kjempe med sine indre demoner.En: Through several sessions, Sindre continued to battle his inner demons.No: Han følte seg isolert og usikker på om han kunne finne svarene han lette etter.En: He felt isolated and unsure if he could find the answers he was looking for.No: Men Eline var ved hans side, lyttende og imøtekommende, kun når han var klar til å snakke.En: But Eline was by his side, listening and approachable, only when he was ready to talk.No: Så, en kveld under en dyptgående meditasjon, opplevde Sindre et gjennombrudd.En: Then, one evening during a profound meditation, Sindre experienced a breakthrough.No: Han følte plutselig en bølge av emosjoner og trangen til å dele dem.En: He suddenly felt a wave of emotions and the urge to share them.No: Etterpå, mens snøen falt stille utenfor, åpnet han seg til Eline.En: Afterwards, while the snow fell quietly outside, he opened up to Eline.No: "For første gang på lenge, føler jeg at jeg kan puste," sa Sindre med tårer i øynene.En: "For the first time in a long time, I feel like I can breathe," said Sindre, tears in his eyes.No: Eline lyttet tålmodig, støttet ham med stille omtanke.En: Eline listened patiently, supporting him with quiet compassion.No: "Du er ikke alene," svarte hun mykt.En: "You're not alone," she replied softly.No: Sindre smilte igjennom tårene.En: Sindre smiled through the tears.No: Det var som en tung bør ble løftet av hans skuldre.En: It was as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.No: Når retreatet nærmet seg slutten, hadde Sindre funnet en ny følelse av indre fred.En: As the retreat approached its end, Sindre found a new sense of inner peace.No: Han kunne nå se en retning fremover, og med Eline ved hans side, hadde han tillit til prosessen.En: He could now see a direction forward, and with Eline by his side, he had faith in the process.No: Eline, på sin side, innså at hun også hadde lært; om kraften i tålmodighet og medfølelse.En: Eline, for her part, realized that she had also learned; about the power of patience and compassion.No: På julaften sagde de sammen ved peisen, Sindre og Eline, omgitt av den milde lyskilden fra lysene.En: On Christmas Eve, they sat together by the fireplace, Sindre and Eline, surrounded by the gentle light source from the candles.No: En stillhet de begge satte pris på sakte snek seg inn.En: A silence they both appreciated slowly crept in.No: Vennskapet hadde vokst, og med det kom en ny forståelse av hva det vil si å støtte og bli støttet.En: The friendship had grown, and with it came a new understanding of what it means to support and be supported.No: Juletiden hadde brakt med seg en ny begynnelse for dem begge.En: The Christmas season had brought with it a new beginning for both of them. 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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Peace: A Winter Journey to Rebuild and Reconnect Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-10-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Snedækket landskab breder sig så langt øjet rækker.En: The snow-covered landscape stretches as far as the eye can see.Da: Det er vinter i Danmark, en tid for refleksion og fordybelse.En: It is winter in Danmark, a time for reflection and contemplation.Da: I en lille landsby, hvor grantræerne står stille under deres hvide tæppe, ligger et åndeligt retræte.En: In a small village, where the fir trees stand still under their white blanket, there lies a spiritual retreat.Da: Freja er kommet her for at finde ro, få klarhed over livet.En: Freja has come here to find peace and gain clarity about life.Da: I den kolde luft er der en særlig stilhed.En: In the cold air, there is a special silence.Da: Sneen knirker under Frejas støvler, mens hun går mod hovedhuset.En: The snow creaks under Freja's boots as she walks toward the main house.Da: Et sted, hvor hun kunne finde fred, troede hun.En: A place where she thought she could find peace.Da: Indenfor lyser stearinlysene blidt op.En: Inside, candles gently light up the space.Da: En duft af røgelse fylder rummet.En: A scent of incense fills the room.Da: Der sidder andre ligesom hende.En: There are others like her sitting there.Da: Mennesker på udkig efter svar.En: People searching for answers.Da: Freja sætter sig på en pude.En: Freja sits on a cushion.Da: Hun lukker øjnene.En: She closes her eyes.Da: Tankerne flyver.En: Her thoughts fly.Da: Især om julen.En: Especially about Christmas.Da: Hjemme venter spændinger.En: At home, tensions await.Da: Familiemiddage fyldt med stilhed.En: Family dinners filled with silence.Da: Hun ønsker ikke at konfrontere fortiden, men kan ikke længere flygte.En: She does not want to confront the past, but she can no longer escape.Da: Instruktøren taler med beroligende stemme.En: The instructor speaks in a soothing voice.Da: "Vi vil snart begynde solhvervsmeditationen," siger hun.En: "We will soon begin the solstice meditation," she says.Da: "Lad jer føre med."En: "Let yourselves be guided."Da: Freja forsøger at følge med.En: Freja tries to follow along.Da: Hun fokuserer på vejret omkring hende, den kolde vinteråndedrag, der langsomt bliver til varme.En: She focuses on the weather around her, the cold winter breath that slowly turns to warmth.Da: I sit indre ser Freja to veje.En: Inside herself, Freja sees two paths.Da: En, hvor hun vender ryggen til sin familie og søger ensom trøst.En: One, where she turns her back on her family and seeks solitary comfort.Da: En anden, hvor hun står ansigt til ansigt med fortiden.En: Another, where she faces the past.Da: En lysning af både frygt og håb.En: A clearing of both fear and hope.Da: Billederne er klare.En: The images are clear.Da: Hun ser sin mors smertefulde blik.En: She sees her mother's painful look.Da: Hører sin fars tunge suk.En: Hears her father's heavy sigh.Da: Og midt i dette, en åbning.En: And in the midst of this, an opening.Da: Hun ser sig selv tale.En: She sees herself speaking.Da: Ord, der kan bryde gennem muren af tavshed.En: Words that can break through the wall of silence.Da: Meditationen slutter.En: The meditation ends.Da: Freja åbner øjnene.En: Freja opens her eyes.Da: Hjertet banker hurtigt.En: Her heart is racing.Da: Men der er også en ro.En: But there is also a calm.Da: Hun ved, hvad hun skal gøre.En: She knows what she must do.Da: Hun vil tage hjem til jul.En: She will go home for Christmas.Da: Ikke som en pligt, men som en mulighed.En: Not as an obligation, but as an opportunity.Da: Hun står op.En: She stands up.Da: Kærligheden og frygten eksisterer side om side.En: Love and fear exist side by side.Da: Men hun er klar.En: But she is ready.Da: Klar til at åbne døren til noget nyt.En: Ready to open the door to something new.Da: At bringe lyset fra hendes indre rejse med tilbage.En: To bring the light from her inner journey back with her.Da: Med en dyb indånding går Freja ud i sneen igen.En: With a deep breath, Freja walks out into the snow again.Da: Der er en ny styrke i hendes skridt.En: There is a new strength in her steps.Da: Det er starten på en ny vinter, en jul med håb.En: It is the start of a new winter, a Christmas with hope.Da: Det er ikke kun hendes historie.En: It is not just her story.Da: Det er historien om modet til at forbinde, at genopbygge.En: It is the story of the courage to connect, to rebuild.Da: Freja smiler svagt for sig selv.En: Freja smiles faintly to herself.Da: Hun har fundet sin vej.En: She has found her path.Da: Langsomme trin mod forsoning.En: Slow steps toward reconciliation.Da: Sneen knitrer stadig under hendes fødder, men lyden er nu som en beroligende melodi.En: The snow still crunches under her feet, but now the sound is like a soothing melody.Da: En melodi af en ny begyndelse.En: A melody of a new beginning. 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In this inspiring episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Adrienne Caldwell — a survivor, author, and advocate whose journey proves that even the darkest beginnings can lead to a life filled with purpose, peace, and hope. Adrienne opens up about a childhood marked by trauma and instability, but also the powerful turning point that set her on a path toward healing, rebuilding, and reclaiming her voice. Today, she uses her story to help others feel seen, supported, and empowered in their own healing. This conversation is emotional, courageous, and ultimately uplifting — a reminder that no matter what you've been through, it's never too late to rise, heal, and write a new chapter. Guest Bio Adrienne Caldwell is the author of the forthcoming memoir Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines — a raw and unflinching account of her journey through trauma, survival, and ultimately, healing. The book sheds light on the darkest corners of the human experience, including untreated mental illness, homelessness, foster care abuse, incest, addiction, and sexual violence, and emerges with a message of fierce resilience and unbreakable hope. More than a chronicle of pain, Unbroken is a story of identity, family, love, and finding your voice when the world refuses to listen. It's about reclaiming power and choosing purpose over despair. You'll hear About The childhood trauma that shaped Adrienne's early life How repression, addiction, and self-medicating became survival tools The moment that changed her healing journey How writing her book forced her to face decades of buried trauma Finding peace, stability, and purpose after a lifetime of hardship   Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:10 Adrienne's Mission and Early Life 02:14 Trauma Beginning at Age Five 04:39 Suicide Attempts and a Life-Changing Moment 07:01 Growing Up with Mental Illness in the Home 09:23 Moving Homes, Instability, and Emotional Repression 11:51 Attachment Disorder and Numbing the Pain 13:50 The Psychiatric Ward Epiphany 16:41 Discovering the Truth in Her CPS Files 18:49 Emotional Abuse in Foster Care 20:53 Beginning the Writing and Healing Process 23:36 Overcoming Grief, Loss, and Hardship 26:07 Family Patterns and Lack of Awareness 28:30 Gratitude, Stability, and a New Life 30:53 Living with Purpose and Inspiring Others 33:20 A Message to Anyone Who Feels Hopeless 35:42 Chuck's Closing Reflections Chuck's Challenge This week, take one honest step toward facing something you've been avoiding. Stop the numbing, stop the running, and give yourself permission to feel what needs healing. You don't have to do it alone — just start with one step. Connect with Adriene Caldwell Book: https://www.unbrokencaldwell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/UnbrokenCaldwell Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/UnbrokenCaldwell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnbrokenCaldwel/ Connect with Chuck Check out the website: https://www.thecompassionateconnection.com/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-thuss-a9aa044/ Follow on Instagram: @warriorsunmasked Join the Warriors Unmasked community by subscribing to the show. Together, we're breaking stigmas and shining a light on mental health, one story at a time.

I am beyond excited to welcome back my amazing repeat guest, Becky! She first joined me for the kickoff of Season Two back in September 2021, and today we're catching up to hear about her newest project and book.Becky's latest release, A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave, is perfectly timed for the holiday season, when life feels extra full and our hearts crave calm. In this episode, Becky shares her personal journey with anxiety, the practices that help her navigate the day-to-day, and how leaning into God's Word has brought her real peace.We dive into:How Becky realized she needed to get honest with herself and Jesus about her anxiety.Practical “peace practices” for moving through anxiety in daily life—small, sustainable steps that actually work.The power of community, vulnerability, and having people in your life who see you, pray for you, and support you.The inspiration behind her beautiful book cover and why this project has been five years in the making.Whether you experience anxiety personally or care for someone who does, this episode is full of encouragement, truth, and practical ways to live a calmer, more grounded life—one verse at a time.Bio: Becky Keife is the author of A Verse A Day For The Anxious Soul and a Bible teacher, speaker, and author passionate about helping people hear God's voice, embrace their true identity, and step into their purpose. A dedicated mental health advocate, Becky equips individuals and churches to understand anxiety biblically and experience Jesus wholly. She loves long naps, puffy clouds, and shady trails. Becky lives in Southern California with her husband and three always-hungry teenage sons.Anchor Verses:Matthew 11: 20-30Deuteronomy 31:8Connect with Becky:Website: https://www.beckykeife.comIG: @BeckyKeife***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help our podcast community and keep these important conversations going. If this episode inspired you, challenged you, or gave you a fresh perspective, we'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a review. Just head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share your thoughts—it's a simple way to make a big impact!***

Welcome to Align Your Mind! Your mental wellness podcast for reflective conversations with real people. Inspired by the study of metacognition, neuroplasticity, holistic wellness and mindfulness, each episode will feature real thought processes and reflections that you can apply to your own self-awareness journey. "That which you conceive yourself to be, you will become." (Hina Khan) Formerly the Live On Purpose Podcast, this new iteration is the evolution of Marie's professional study and application over the last few years. Meant to soothe, inspire + introduce new ways of thinking, this is Align Your Mind. This episode is a heartfelt and timely conversation with my friend Samantha Chamberlain. Sam is a sommolier and creative extraordinaire. She cultivates beauty in the every day, runs private wine tastings and hosts a consistently sold-out dinner series. You can check out her current creative expressions and offers on instagram @samantha.rae.ca In this gorgeous and vulnerable conversation, we talk about the identity of an entrepreneur, the challenges with social media, imposter syndrome, what personal success looks like, the "I'll be happy when..." paradigm and so much more. I loved this conversation and hope you will too! ps - The January 2026 cohort of Rhythm Cocreative (The 6 week somatic and self image program for women) begins 01/11/2026 and spots are filling quickly! You can find ALL of the details HERE: https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/rhythmcocreative Quick access to all things Marie: https://hello.mariebarkerwellness.com/ Access the Natural Remedies PDF (100+ herbs, supplements, vitamins, etc) aphebetized by function, use and which brands to trust): https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/naturalremediesguide Journal prompts for self reflection (freebie): https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/journalpromptpdf EFT Tapping audio for deep self love (freebie): https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/eft-for-deep-self-love Book a 1:1 Session: https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/thesessions Learn more here: https://www.mariebarkerwellness.com/about

In a season that is busy and bustling, there is a quieter truth that we too often miss in the mayhem. God is in our midst. God is with us. The greatest gift. And the source of all our joy. Ed Stetzer talks with Sheila Walsh about her new book, The Little Drummer Girl and ways you can reactivate your wonder and find grace, peace and hope in this Christmas season on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a season that is busy and bustling, there is a quieter truth that we too often miss in the mayhem. God is in our midst. God is with us. The greatest gift. And the source of all our joy. Ed Stetzer talks with Sheila Walsh about her new book, The Little Drummer Girl and ways you can reactivate your wonder and find grace, peace and hope in this Christmas season on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss how the devil tries to cause trouble in your marriage and how to combat those lies! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

December arrives like a whirlwind—busy schedules, pressure, expectations, and the feeling that peace is slipping through our fingers. But in this message, we're reminded that the very first Christmas also began with uncertainty, fear, and a young girl in a forgotten town… until God stepped into the chaos.Pastor Karl Romeus walks through Luke 1 and the story of Mary to show us a powerful truth:

December 7, 2025

Hosts Steve and Lisa Cuss share five practical tips for maintaining emotional and mental well-being during the Christmas season. They discuss handling family tensions, grief, and the pressures of holiday preparations, emphasizing self-awareness, emotional preparation, and setting boundaries. Blending personal stories and spiritual reflections, they encourage listeners to notice their emotional states, manage reactions, and make space for both joy and sadness. The episode offers compassionate, human-sized advice to help listeners create a peaceful, connected, and meaningful holiday experience, even amid challenges.  Episode Resources: Secure your copy of The Five Steps to Christmas Sanity PDF Listen: Anxiety, the Nervous System, and Your Window of Tolerance: Lisa Cuss & Clarissa Moll John Chapter 1 (ESV)  Revelation 21:3-4 (Eugene Peterson's The Message) AA Meeting Guidelines Sign up for Steve's Newsletter & Podcast Reminders: Capable Life Newsletter New Candles, Advent Prayers, and Journals: https://www.stevecusswords.com/ Join Steve at an upcoming intensive:  Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Through the story of Mary retold in first person and a personal toy-kitchen illustration, Pastor Antonette's message reveals that God's promises sometimes come with a messy, painful process. Mary experienced fear, shame, physical discomfort, and danger while carrying the ultimate Promise—Jesus—yet she discovered God's peace and wholeness in the middle of the unfinished story. Advent reminds us that the Prince of Peace ministers shalom to our hearts right now, even when circumstances are still scattered in pieces on the floor.

“Finding Peace in an Age of Chaos" - Clay Stauffer - Dec. 7, 2025 by Sermon

Finding Peace in Death and Dying  The WISDOM podcast  Season 5  Episode 107 ~ Your Mantra:  'The customary traditions of dying and eternal life mark the sheer wonder of love ever present and now a part of me.'   For the greatest way to find peace in the experience of death is to create and live peace each day of your life ~ to enable this to be present in all of your relationships simply by holding presence to peace yourself.   The creative commitment you hold to life's invaluable moments forever shines light on your willingness to hold integrity for what is known in the simple pleasures of each new moment before you.   Death and dying become an experience that we live far more aware of ~ our own mortality included. It is for the ability to see and know the sacred in all of life's moments - to not fear the future. To live in the greatest possible expression of the present and all towards loving the perfection of yourself lived here ~ and now.   Find solace in grief through the resolve to live in the present ~ to embrace the expressions of all that life has given you and to understand that tenderness and love unto yourself and to all others is the path to living in grace, in harmony in peace.   If you would like my help as you navigate your personal experiences of death and dying and the loss that you feel ~ please reach out to me for individual work that honours what you need.  Thank you ~ Namaste

Readings from Isaiah 9 and James 5 frame a message about shalom — the deep, lasting peace offered through Christ — and how that peace shines in the shadows of our uncertain world. The episode explores living in the "in‑between" (the now and the not yet), calling listeners to patience, humility, and faithful witness as they wait for Christ's return.

Welcome to A Mental Health Break. In this incredibly raw and empowering episode, we sit down with Shelly Grimm, Financial Consultant, Author, and Founder of The Perpetual Caregiver.Shelly's journey is one of profound resilience: from being legally emancipated at 13 while caring for her chronically ill mother to fleeing a dangerous home situation at 17. These harrowing experiences became the "broken bricks" she used to build a new foundation of advocacy and emotional preparation for others.This conversation dives deep into the mental health crisis hidden within the caregiving role and how to create a robust emotional and logistical safety net when your world is falling apart.In this episode, we discuss crucial mental health topics for caregivers and trauma survivors:Unshakeable Confidence: Strategies for building inner strength and resilience when facing unimaginable stress and instability.Breaking the Cycle: How to recognize and actively stop unhealthy generational caregiving patterns that lead to isolation and burnout.The Emotional Fallout: The necessity of counseling and open communication to manage the heavy emotional toll of chronic illness and caregiving trauma.Building Your Chosen Family: Overcoming the crushing isolation of caregiving by intentionally creating a strong, supportive care team.Beyond Hope: Why relying on "hope as a strategy" is a mental health drain, and how tools like Shelly's "Family Love Letter" can provide genuine peace of mind and dignity for your loved ones.Shelly's mission is to empower you to transform adversity into preparedness. Listen to learn how to heal your past while proactively building a stronger, more prepared future.Support the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current. Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production.CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

Experience a powerful Advent message on peace—rooted in the ancient prophecies of Scripture and fulfilled in Jesus, the Prince of Peace. In this week's sermon, Pastor Joe teaches how God's people waited for thousands of years for peace, and how Christ now fulfills that promise for every weary soul. Christmas often magnifies whatever is happening inside us. If our lives are joyful, the season feels bright. But when finances, loss, conflict, or broken relationships weigh us down, Christmas can feel more painful than peaceful. In this message, learn how the peace of Jesus: ⭐ Makes peace WITH God possible ⭐ Brings peace WITHIN us ⭐ Empowers us to bring peace TO others ⭐ And invites us to share His hope with the world You'll hear about God's ancient promise from Genesis 3, how Israel's hopes seemed cut down, and how God renewed them with the promise of a shoot from the stump of Jesse

When life feels chaotic, we often do what Herod did—fight for control, protect our comfort, and try to manufacture a peace that never lasts. But the magi show a different way. Their response to Jesus was surrender, worship, and trust, and in that surrender they found the peace their hearts were searching for.In this week's message, Pastor Tyler reminds us that peace doesn't come from managing outcomes or holding our world together. Peace comes from laying down our lesser kingdoms and receiving the gift Jesus came to bring. The Prince of Peace has arrived—and His peace is available to you.Questions for Reflection:• What area of your life are you trying to control or “keep together” in order to feel at peace?• What would it look like this week to surrender that area to Jesus and trust His kingdom over your own?

How do you define peace and where do you find peace in your life? Is it possible that peace is wherever you find yourself?  Listen as Mary Ellen shares some thoughts about the starting point of peace. She also shared one of her favorite poems,  I AM There by James Dillet Freeman (published by Unity.)"Do you need Me?I am there. You cannot see Me, yet I am the light you see by.You cannot hear Me, yet I speak through your voice.You cannot feel Me, yet I am the power at work in your hands. I am at work, though you do not understand My ways. I am at work, though you do not recognize My works. I am not strange visions. I am not mysteries."Only in absolute stillness, beyond self, can you know Me as I am, and then but as a feeling and a faith.Yet I am there. Yet I hear. Yet I answer. When you need Me, I am there. Even if you deny Me, I am there. Even when you feel most alone, I am there.Even in your fears, I am there.Even in your pain, I am there."I am there when you pray and when you do not pray.I am in you, and you are in Me. Only in your mind can you feel separate from Me, for only in your mind are the mists of “yours” and “mine.”Yet only with your mind can you know Me and experience Me. Empty your heart of empty fears. When you get yourself out of the way, I am there."You can of yourself do nothing, but I can do all.And I am in all. Though you may not see the good, good is there, for I am there.I am there because I have to be, because I am. Only in Me does the world have meaning; only out of Me does the world take form; only because of Me does the world go forward."I am the law on which the movement of the stars and the growth of living cells are founded. I am the love that is the law's fulfilling. I am assurance. I am peace. I am oneness. I am the law that you can live by. I am the love that you can cling to. I am your assurance. I am your peace. I am one with you. I am."Though you fail to find Me, I do not fail you. Though your faith in Me is unsure, My faith in you never wavers, because I know you, because I love you.Beloved, I am there."Support the show

In this week's message Pastor Samuel talks about how the peace Jesus gives isn't based on perfect circumstances but on His presence with us. He touches on how true peace comes when we keep our minds on Him through His Word, His people, and the Holy Spirit. Pastor Samuel reminds us that peace is not the absence of problems it's knowing Jesus is with us in every situation.

What if the birth trauma you've been carrying isn't just from this lifetime? This is the first time I'm publicly sharing my birth story. After holding onto the emotions from my birth with Rui for 3.5 years,what was meant to be a planned home birth that turned into an emergency category 1 caesarean (a situation that was life threatening to both Rui and myself), the universe kept putting Shari Lyon in my path... and when I finally surrendered to doing the work with her, what we uncovered changed everything. I've never been able to openly talk about that day without crying and truthfully, I've been terrified of having a second baby. The shame, guilt, sadness, fear and grief has consumed me. But in this deeply vulnerable and transformative episode, I sit down with Shari Lyon... a leading coach, educator, and advocate for women through conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Through Timeline Therapy and the Emotional Change Technique (ECT), Shari helped me heal at the deepest root cause level... and thanks to her work, the anxiety surrounding birth has not only been released but deeply healed, and I can now see the total perfection in the turn of events that took place. In this episode, we dive into: → Why even the most prepared women can experience birth trauma → The gap in traditional Hypnobirthing education → How Timeline Therapy works to heal emotional root causes → My experience being taken back to a past life during one of our sessions → Why your baby might be guiding you to do this healing work → How generational patterns can be passed down to our children in the womb → How to become the circuit breaker for ancestral trauma → The emotional "strings" we carry throughout our lifetime → Why healing before conception creates a clearer channel for your spirit baby About Shari Lyon: Shari Lyon is a leading coach, educator, and advocate for women through conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. With over 13 years of experience supporting families, she brings a unique fusion of evidence-based childbirth education, therapeutic hypnosis, and trauma-informed coaching to every woman she serves. Shari is the founder of Belly2Birth, a highly reputable Hypnobirthing and childbirth education program in Australia, and is also a co-founder of Fertile Birth & Beyond, a transformative multi-modality practitioner training company that is redefining how women are supported across their perinatal journey. Deeply passionate about healing and transforming birth trauma, Shari's mission is to ensure every woman feels informed, safe, connected, and powerful in her choices — no matter how her path unfolds. She believes birth is both a rite of passage and a profound opportunity for personal and generational healing, and she is dedicated to guiding women back to their voice, their intuition, and their innate capability to birth and mother with confidence. Timestamps: Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to Shari Lyon and Birth Healing 00:00:29 Why This Episode Matters for Everyone 00:01:19 The Eight Core Negative Emotions We Carry 00:01:30 Welcome to the Worthy Podcast 00:01:56 Shari's Divine Journey into Birth Work 00:07:41 The Gap in Birth Education and Preparation 00:12:53 Being at Cause vs. Being in Effect During Birth 00:14:25 Chani's Birth Story and Unexpected Outcome 00:17:04 What is Timeline Therapy and ECT? 00:18:30 Understanding Emotional Strings and Root Causes 00:20:41 How ECT Releases Emotional Charges 00:22:14 Re-imprinting Memories with New Resources 00:23:11 Chani's Profound ECT Experiences 00:25:38 Breaking Generational Patterns Before Pregnancy 00:27:36 Soul Babies Guiding Mothers to Healing 00:28:50 The Past Life Revelation with Rui 00:29:38 Energy, Reincarnation, and Life Lessons 00:30:15 Shari's Past Life as a Midwife 00:30:55 Bridging the Gap: Supporting Caregivers Too 00:37:00 The Divine Purpose Behind Chani's Birth Experience 00:39:11 Why Women Put Expectations on Birth 00:39:52 The Journey to Birth Program 00:41:18 Cultural Suppression of Birth Grief 00:41:57 ECT vs. Traditional Talk Therapy 00:46:03 Physical Healing and Emotional Botox 00:46:54 The Divine Partnership with Elizabeth Ann Walker 00:44:31 Rebirthing Ritual for Healing Trauma 00:48:11 Training the Next Generation of Practitioners 00:49:51 Finding Peace and Surrender for Baby Number Two 00:49:04 Connect with Shari and Final Reflections Connect with Shari: Instagram: @belly2birth Website: www.belly2birth.com.au Practitioner Training: www.fertilebirthandbeyond.com Instagram: @fertilebirthandbeyond Resources Mentioned: Sacred Birthing by Sunni Karll: https://amzn.to/44J052c If this episode resonated with you: Please click follow,subscribe and share this episode with anyone you feel will value this episode ... it greatly supports this channel, allowing us to have more incredible guests on the show + helps us reach more women who need to hear this message.

Finding Peace in Community Isaiah 11:1-10 12/7/2025 Rev. Alan Brehm PhD Hickman Presbyterian Church

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