Have you ever prayed for love with every fiber of your being… and then one day felt it staring back at you?

This episode is one of the dearest to my heart because I get to share the microphone with my favorite person in the whole universe, my husband Alain. If you know me, you know how obsessed I am with him. But today you’ll get to hear our story–the raw, real, and sometimes funny journey of how God brought us together.

I’ll take you back to the days when I was heartbroken and on my knees, asking God for the courage to let go of what wasn’t meant for me and the faith to believe that He had something greater. 

In this conversation, we talk about the spark of our first encounter, the butterflies and salsa dancing, the way faith guided every step, and the lessons we’ve learned about what it takes to build a marriage that lasts. 

Not a perfect marriage, but a relationship rooted in grace, laughter, patience, and a willingness to grow together.

If you’re still waiting for love, I want to remind you: don’t give up. What your heart desires is already written into your story. And if you’re married and sometimes find yourself wondering how to love through the messy, ordinary, or challenging seasons, I pray our story gives you hope and a fresh perspective.

This is more than just our love story. It’s a testimony of faith, the power of prayer, and the beauty of recognizing the blessings God places right in front of us. 

Come sit with us in this heartfelt conversation. I think you’ll laugh, be entertained, feel inspired, and walk away believing a little more in the miracle of love.

Resources & Links:

Register for a free masterclass on F.U.S.E, The Missing Piece of Communication here (Go to the second masterclass of the 3-part series).  

https://faithbasedcoachingacademy.com/sneakpeek/

Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity here.

https://a.co/d/awwbAgc

Explore my Faith-Based Coaching Academy and upcoming programs:

https://faithandgrowth.com

Do you ever feel stuck in a funk you can’t shake off no matter how hard you try to stay positive, happy, or peaceful? You’re not alone.In this heartfelt episode of Faith and Growth, I share the raw truth about grief, emotional overwhelm, and the hidden weight of unprocessed feelings. From losing my daughter to learning how to truly sit with pain, I discovered that emotions aren’t enemies—they’re divine messengers meant to guide us closer to God.Drawing from psychology, spirituality, and my own story of loss, I’ll walk you through how to face, process, and release emotions so you can rise stronger, lighter, and more aligned with your God-given purpose.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:🔹Why avoiding or suppressing emotions leads to deeper pain.🔹How to process emotions using the “chew, swallow, digest, release” method.🔹The difference between repression, expression, and true release.🔹How grief can transform into gratitude and deeper connection with God.🔹Why emotions are not “bad,” but sacred compasses guiding you forward.

Resources & Links:Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity https://a.co/d/awwbAgcReady to go deeper and step into your purpose? Learn about my programs: FaithAndGrowth.com

If this episode spoke to your heart, share it with someone who may be carrying silent pain.Remind them: healing is possible, and joy still awaits.

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“There are moments in life when everything changes in an instant. I still remember the day my world fell apart, the day I realized life would never look the same again. Up until then, I thought I knew what strength and grace looked like. But I learned quickly that it’s easy to be good, kind, and grounded when everything’s going right… and it’s a whole other thing when the floor drops out from under you” - Mindy Baer

In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, I sit down with my friend Mindy Baer, a powerhouse whose voice has graced radio and television, and whose story will touch your soul. She opens up about the heartbreak of her marriage ending in the most unexpected way, how she navigated divorce with dignity, and the choices she made to protect her children and keep real, unconditional love at the center of their lives.

Mindy’s journey is not just about surviving betrayal. It’s about finding her voice again, learning to date in her forties, and ultimately building a beautiful blended family full of redemption. It’s about refusing to let bitterness win, choosing grace over resentment, and believing that God can write beauty into every part of our story, even the ones we never would have chosen.

We talk about second chances, the power of faith, and the courage it takes to reimagine your life when the picture you had in your mind no longer exists. Mindy shares her “Life Take Two” philosophy, her signature B.R.A. method (yes, like the bra you wear, because who doesn’t need a little lift?), and how she’s using her experience to coach and empower others walking through their storms.

If you’ve ever felt like your best days are behind you… If you’ve ever wondered if it’s too late to start over… if you’re in the middle of a season of loss, transition, or uncertainty,

I want you to hear this. There is a whole life waiting for you that you can’t even imagine yet.

This episode is proof that you’re never too old, never too broken, and never too far gone to receive a second chance.

Resources & Links:

Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity

https://a.co/d/awwbAgc

Explore my Faith-Based Coaching Academy and upcoming programs:

https://faithandgrowth.com

Our next cohort begins August 19 — don’t miss your chance to grow in faith and healing!

You can follow Mindy on Instagram @MindyBaer and website https://MindyBaer.com

Have you ever felt God gently stirring something deep inside you, that quiet, unshakable sense that there’s more for your life than what you’re living right now? 

Sometimes it doesn’t happen in the middle of a crisis. Sometimes it happens when life is good, when you’re comfortable, when everything on paper looks “right”,  and yet your soul keeps whispering, This isn’t the end of your story.

That’s exactly what my dear friend, Cynthia Gonzalez, experienced. For years, she poured her heart into teaching, loving her students, and living out her faith in the classroom. But God began planting seeds that would eventually lead her away from the safety of what she knew, into a season of surrender, stillness, and bold obedience.

In this conversation, Cynthia opens up about the fears, the leaps of faith, and the unexpected beauty of letting God redirect your path. We talk about the courage it takes to walk away from something familiar, the way stillness can become a sacred classroom, and how even our hardest seasons can prepare us to serve others in ways we never imagined.

Her journey is proof that God’s dreams for us are always bigger, richer, and more meaningful than anything we could plan on our own. And when we trust Him, really trust Him; He not only guides our steps but uses our story to inspire and bless others.

If you’ve been sensing that nudge to step out of your comfort zone, to follow that divine whisper, or to explore a calling that scares and excites you at the same time… this episode is your invitation to say a wholehearted “yes.”

Resources & Links:

Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity

https://a.co/d/awwbAgc

Explore my Faith-Based Coaching Academy and upcoming programs: https://faithandgrowth.com

Our next cohort begins August 19 — don’t miss your chance to grow in faith and healing!

Follow Cynthia on Instagram @LifeCynergized. Contact her if you’d like to bring psycho-spiritual coaching and workshops to schools, so we may help our children grow in personal development and faith. 

P.S. I realized I didn’t give proper credit to the quote I mentioned in the episode: “You’re most powerfully positioned to help the person you once were.” That was said by my coach, Rory Vaden. Check him out at https://BrandBuildersGroup.com.

Have you ever blamed someone else for ruining your day, hurting your heart, or robbing you of your peace? What if I told you that your inner world is yours alone and that reclaiming it is not only possible, but your divine responsibility?

In this episode, I take you on a journey from confusion to clarity from the moment I thought my father was out of his mind for saying “Nobody can rob you of your peace,” to understanding the deep spiritual and psychological truth behind it.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

🔗 Resources & Links:

📖 Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity👉https://a.co/d/awwbAgc

🌐 Explore my Faith-Based Coaching Academy and upcoming programs: faithandgrowth.com

🗓 Our next cohort begins August 19 — don’t miss your chance to grow in faith and healing!

If this episode shifted your perspective, please share it with a friend, loved one, or community who needs to remember their power and peace.

Follow me on Instagram @betterwithbetsy Leave a review and let us know what part moved you most. It helps others discover the show!

Have you ever looked back at your past and wondered if there’s still purpose in your pain?

In today’s episode, I sit down with my dear friend Bebo, a living testimony of divine transformation. His story is one of falling hard… and being lifted higher. Through fear, and complete disconnection, he found his way back — not to who he was before, but to someone new. Someone rebuilt in love.

There’s a beautiful vulnerability in the way Bebo shares his journey. And I know it will meet you wherever you are, especially if you’ve ever felt broken beyond repair. You’re not alone. And it’s never too late to return — to faith, to purpose, to yourself.

What You’ll Learn:

 🔹 How to embrace grace even after a season of destruction

 🔹 Why disconnection is often the beginning of transformation

 🔹 The power of vulnerability in rebuilding your identity

 🔹 How God reframes — not erases — your past

 🔹 What it looks like to walk in faith after falling apart

Manuel Chaves (Bebo) is a businessman, husband, father, and leader with a powerful story of redemption and faith. After walking through a season of personal loss and spiritual disconnection, he found his way back to God—and that changed everything. His message is one of humility, gratitude, and unwavering hope.

🤍 Embrace a life of happiness and purpose, and help others do the same with Faith & Growth Program→ https://faithandgrowth.com

💌 Download Betsy's Free Resource: What’s missing to make your life complete → https://faithbasedcoachingacademy.com/fw/

🌟 Join Betsy’s mailing list for weekly faith & growth insights → https://faithbasedcoachingacademy.com/free/ 

If you’ve ever felt like faith was for everyone else—this episode is your invitation back.

 📲 Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @betterwithbetsy and tag Bebo @betterwithchrist2010

 💬 Leave a review and let us know what part moved you most. It helps others discover the show!

Have you ever felt like something’s missing — like you’re living a good life, but there’s more God is calling you to? Or maybe life was great and then adversity struck suddenly and you feel off center? In this episode, I open up about the moment that redefined my life after the loss of my daughter, and how it led to the creation of my F.A.I.T.H. Method.

F.A.I.T.H. isn’t just a word — it’s a practical, psycho-spiritual framework to help you align with your God-given purpose. Whether you’re navigating change, seeking clarity, or just know you’re meant for more, this episode will give you the tools and mindset to move forward with peace, power, and divine direction.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The power of reframing life’s hardest moments

• The five pillars of the F.A.I.T.H. Method and how to apply them

• Why pain isn’t the destination, but a pathway

• How to align with purpose without striving or controlling

• How to shift from feeling stuck to stepping boldly into your next chapter

  
  

🔗 Resources & Links:

📖 Grab my book, Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Grief, Loss, and Adversity👉https://a.co/d/0UJocBf

🌐 Visit my website to learn more about the Faith-Based Coaching Academy & Programs👉 faithandgrowth.com

If this episode spoke to your heart, share it with someone who needs a reminder that their pain has purpose.

Follow me on Instagram @betterwithbetsy 

Leave a review and let us know what part moved you most. It helps others discover the show!

What happens when your faith meets its darkest test?

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Dr. Betsy shares her story—and the spiritual reckoning that followed. If you’ve ever questioned whether your faith could carry you through unimaginable grief, this episode will move you, challenge you, and remind you of the strength within your spirit.

What You’ll Learn / Key Topics Covered

• The origin story of Dr. Betsy’s prayer group and the power of spiritual community

• The pivotal question that sparked deep spiritual reflection: How do I know if my faith is strong, if it’s never been tested?

• What faith really means beyond religion—trusting in the unseen, in God, and in yourself

• A mother’s raw journey through sudden tragedy and how it forever reshaped her soul

• The choice we all face in grief: to honor through suffering, or through love, service, and gratitude

• How Dr. Betsy found joy again after devastating loss—and how you can, too

Links + Resources Mentioned

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• Download Betsy's Free Resource: What’s missing to make your life complete → LINK HERE
  

If you’ve ever felt like faith was for everyone else—this episode is your invitation back.

Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @betterwithbetsy 

Leave a review and let us know what part moved you most. It helps others discover the show!

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Welcome to Faith and Growth: Where psychology meets spirituality

• 01:10 – The legacy of prayer group: love, community, and connection

• 03:32 – The question that changed everything: Is my faith strong enough?

• 05:15 – What is faith, really? A working definition beyond religion

• 07:02 – Faith in God, in others, in self, and in the journey

• 08:05 – The fairy tale begins to fracture: August 25, 2013

• 10:50 – "Mommy, I want to be where you're at" – a moment of divine foreshadowing

• 13:42 – The moment everything changed: discovering Fofi

• 15:12 – Holding on to faith… and letting go

• 17:39 – When the prayer isn’t answered the way you wanted

• 19:13 – Surviving the unthinkable and the breaking point of reality

• 21:02 – The priest's wisdom: Honor through suffering or through love?

• 22:44 – Choosing happiness again—through service, gratitude, and faith

• 23:40 – Closing message: From hurt to hope to happy

Can you be deeply spiritual... and still question God?

In this raw and soul-stirring episode, Dr. Betsy sits down with her friend and powerhouse speaker, Caroline de Posada, to explore what it really means to find faith when you didn’t grow up with it.

What You’ll Learn:

🔹 How to hold space for both doubt and spiritual growth

🔹Caroline’s journey from agnostic to faithful—and the moments that changed everything

🔹What to do when you feel disconnected from God

🔹Why spiritual questioning can be the doorway to deep transformation

🔹How community and curiosity can spark your return to faith

Caroline de Posada is a bilingual speaker, author, and life coach whose work helps people elevate their mindset, relationships, and wellness. She’s the daughter of international speaker and author, Dr. Joachim de Posada, and she carries forward his legacy with heart and humility. Caroline’s spiritual evolution is as honest as it is inspiring—and her voice brings truth to the in-between.

📘 Get Caroline’s book: Amazon Link here

🎤 Learn more about Caroline: carolinedeposada.com

💌 Download Betsy's Free Resource: What’s missing to make your life complete →LINK HERE

🌟 Join Betsy’s mailing list for weekly faith & growth insights →LINK HERE

If you’ve ever felt like faith was for everyone else—this episode is your invitation back.

📲 Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @drbetsyguerra and tag Caroline @carolinedeposada.

💬 Leave a review and let us know what part moved you most. It helps others discover the show!

Welcome to Faith and Growth. I’m Dr. Betsy Guerra—licensed psychotherapist, speaker, author, and woman of faith—and I’m here to walk with you through life’s most challenging seasons. In this podcast, I open my heart to share real conversations about healing, personal growth, and unshakable faith.

Whether you’re grieving, searching for peace, or simply longing to grow into the person God created you to be, my hope is that every episode brings you truth, encouragement, and practical tools to help you rise stronger. You don’t have to choose between faith and progress—you’re meant for both.

Let’s grow together.