Helpful links:
A simple quick video for beginning mindful breathing https://youtu.be/wfDTp2GogaQ?si=OgU98K_rMklFBoWB
Cortisol-reducing breathing techniques/the link to one of the people on IG I recommend following:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CvXJV1HqoC2/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Nervous system regulation (a quick how-to reel on what you can try to see if this works for you):
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CsmCPsPJMCx/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Tapping technique app for stress reduction:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.datechnologies.tappingsolution
Scripture to help with your journey to becoming someone who is committed to being present:
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.
Isaiah 43:18 NIV
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.
Psalms 23:1‭-‬3 NIV
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:7 NIV

The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.
Exodus 14:14 NIV

We're talking confident Christian communication today! In this episode you'll learn 10 actionable steps & mindset focuses to communicate better in every scenario.

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Hot mess express

I'm so stressed

I'm my kids taxi it feels like

There's just not enough time in the day-if I just had a few more hours

I can't WAIT until the kids go to bed

Work is tomorrow (and your stomach sinks as you think about this)

I don't even remember the last time I took time to myself on purpose

I don't know if God is really talking to me (but also am never still enough to hear him)

Of course I'll sign up! (while feeling a little feeling of dread as you say this)

Does any of this sound like you? First off these are all very normal thoughts. So do you need to just keep living with these beliefs? NO!

That's where life coaching comes in. It's time to reframe our feelings, set intention to how we do our daily lives, and set a vision for what we want our lives to actually look like (& then live it out). Are you ready for your best fall ever? Take a listen!

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Today we're chatting with our special guest Sanjé Harris-Richardson. You won't want to miss this conversation!

Sanjé is a Mom, Registered Nurse and Small Business Owner. Her mission in life is to educate and empower. Sanjé takes on her mission daily through her nursing role and volunteer work with Feeding Tampa Bay and Big Brother Big Sister mentorship program.

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Not being where you'd thought you'd be yet is SUCH a common area where we tend to beat ourselves up.

This can be:

Not being married when you thought you would be

A marriage not going how you thought it would

Not having kids when you thought you would or as many as you thought you would

Not living where you thought you would live

Not having as much debt paid off or income earned as you thought you would

Not seeing as many countries as you were just sure you'd visit by ___ age

Not having the house you dreamed of by this exact age and date and time

Any of this sounding familiar? The list of where we do this isn't limited to this list. We all have an area or areas where we feel that sting of self-disappointment.

But when we don't take the time to actually deal with these feelings, acknowledge, feel, pray, work through, pray more, dream again, etc then we'll always feel this gap between ourselves and God. When we create that gap and replace it with disappointment we're actually hurting OURSELVES. This practice is exactly what limits us and "holds us back."

In today's episode you'll learn the 6 action steps you can do to begin feeling progress and freedom in this area TODAY.

Interested in getting coached on an area of timeline disappointment you're dealing with? I love coaching on this! Email me here: [email protected] and let's chat!

Awkwardness, feeling awkward as a mom, as an adult, meeting new people at a church or school event, talking to someone at work, introducing yourself when you feel awkward. What can we do about this? Do we need to change or can we actually embrace feeling awkward? Listen to today's Encouragement Boost episode of The Awkwardly Anna Podcast and find out why awkwardness is your super power and what it makes you able to do!

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On today's Awkwardly Anna Podcast episode we welcome our special Virginia O'Brien. In this episode Virginia shares her powerful story of going through some very hard times and abuse, but still seeing and believing in God through it all. She bravely opens up about her difficult journey and how she found strength in her faith. She talks about the struggles she faced in coming to terms with what was happening to her and how she found the courage to leave multiple abuse situations.Despite the challenges she faced, Virginia continued to grow in her belief in God. She shares how prayer and faith helped her through the hardest moments of her journey and how it gave her the strength to keep going.Virginia also speaks about the role of the church and other believers in her life and how their support helps her to heal and grow. She emphasizes the importance of having a supportive community, especially during times of hardship.Through her story, Virginia offers hope and inspiration for those who may be going through similar struggles. She encourages listeners to hold on to God even in the darkest moments and to lean on their community for support.This episode is a powerful reminder that even in the most difficult circumstances, there is always hope and that with God we can overcome any circumstance (including forgiving ourselves). Also that who we allow to speak over our lives absolutely matters. Please share this episode with anyone you think would be encouraged by it!Resources: If you or someone you know needs help with healing from a former abortion please check this site out. This is my doctor I mentioned and their office can connect you to resource. This office can also help someone that is pregnant and needs help. Someone that is dealing with infertility and/or frequent pregnancy loss and any other health concerns. Please remember that God forgives when asked, heals in a way only he can, and provides a peace that surpasses all understanding : https://magnificatfamilymedicine.com/pregnant-need-help/For pregnancy resources for moms lacking financial resources or support check these places out. There are always options and help available and you don't need to go through it alone: https://www.gabrielproject.org/https://www.womenscarecenter.org/If you are struggling with an abusive relationship here is a resource that can connect you with local help. You are never alone and there is always help : National Domestic Violence HotlineHours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish and 200+ through interpretation service Phone: 800-799-7233SMS: Text START to 88788https://www.thehotline.org/Scriptures mentioned (& ones quoted very poorly on the fly):If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.1 John 1:9 NIVAs far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.Psalms 103:12 NIVIn him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s graceEphesians 1:7 NIVFor he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.Colossians 1:13‭-‬14 NIVBecause of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.Lamentations 3:22‭-‬23 NIV

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