Embrace The Chaos

Continue on our journey with special guests Hector and Valerie Olivares from the transformative podcast "Graves into Gardens 562." In this two-part series, we delve into stories of resilience, renewal, and the blossoming of hope. Join us as we explore how life's trials can become the fertile soil for personal and spiritual growth. Through shared experiences and insights, Hector and Valerie guide us toward cultivating gardens of healing and redemption. Get ready for an inspiring conversation that unveils the beauty that emerges from life's most challenging moments.

Join us on a journey with special guests Hector and Valerie Olivares from the transformative podcast "Graves into Gardens 562." In this two-part series, we delve into stories of resilience, renewal, and the blossoming of hope. Join us as we explore how life's trials can become the fertile soil for personal and spiritual growth. Through shared experiences and insights, Hector and Valerie guide us toward cultivating gardens of healing and redemption. Get ready for an inspiring conversation that unveils the beauty that emerges from life's most challenging moments.

In this episode of Embrace The Chaos, Ruben and Marina explore the transformative journey of growing emotionally and spiritually throughout their marriage and unraveling the depths of prioritizing your spouse in the chaos of life. They also start the conversation about finding profound peace in the realm of singleness. Join us for an insightful conversation and practical tips on navigating the beautiful complexities of relationships and self-discovery.

Show Notes

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Book

Emotionally Healthy Discipleship Website

With by Skye Jethani

Welcome to another episode of Embrace the Chaos. Today, we're privileged to have Dick and Anna Gee join us as we explore the significant impact of recreational companionship in fostering emotional intimacy within marriages.

Drawing from their rich 33-year marital journey, Dick and Anna unveil the power of shared activities like football, marathons, and spiritual practices in fortifying their bond. Through candid discussions, they shed light on how these experiences have not only strengthened their connection but also served as pillars during challenging phases in their relationship.

Regardless of your relationship status, whether single or married, join us for invaluable insights into building enduring connections and nurturing meaningful relationships. Tune in for an enriching conversation!

Welcome to the second installment of our two-part series, "Unplugged: A Journey of Renewal." In this transformative episode, we continue our exploration of the sacred Sabbatical journey and the divine discoveries it unfolds.

Resource Links:

The Dark Night of the Soul” by St John of the Cross

“Emotionally Healthy Spirituality” by Peter Scazzero  

“The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World” by John Mark Comer

Practicing the Way

“Invitation to a Journey: A Road Map for Spiritual Formation (Transforming Resources)” by M. Robert Mulholland Jr.

“The Way of the Heart” by Henri Nouwen

“The Deeply Formed Life” by Rich Villodas 

“With” by Skye Jethani 

“Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry” by Ruth Haley Barton

“Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation” by Ruth Haley Barton

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Welcome to "Unplugged: A Journey of Renewal – Part 1," a special two-part episode that delves into the transformative experience of a Sabbatical, guided by the grace of God. In this episode, we embark on a profound journey of renewal, reflection, and growth.

This is a special episode for us as we interview our dear friends Johnny and Rochelle Koch. We are so grateful for their vulnerability in sharing their story of loss and grief. Johnny is the Media Director for GLB Church and Rochelle is a social worker, photographer and owner of EdenK Photography. We understand this is a difficult topic to talk about and listen to and our thoughts and prayers are with all families who have lost their precious little ones. 

Checking in with everyone during the holiday season. We also have some great episodes coming up that we share a little about. 

We are so excited we get to interview and talk to our good friend David Bruce LMFT and addiction specialist. He shares great insight and wisdom on relationships and especially how we can embrace the new chaos we are all living in in a healthy and spiritual way. here are some quotes her mentions and resources he shares:

" If we do not transform our pain, we will most assuredly transmit it—usually to those closest to us: our family, our neighbors, our co-workers, and, invariably, the most vulnerable, our children." Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM

"Discomfort is growth trying to happen." Harville Hendrix 

Book " Making Marriage Simple:Ten Relationship Sharing Truths" by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt

This part 2 of our "Back to School" series. We are so grateful to be able to interview Roland Santos, and educator with LAUSD. Roland has helped the district transition to online learning and has some great insight and tips for us as we navigate the "New Norm." We hope everyone is doing well in the first couple weeks of school. Our experience has been all the feels! Exciting, fun, funny, interesting, stressful, and exhausting. We are grateful for God and his grace that keeps us grounded and sane. Enjoy.