Head to Heart

I’ve been collecting hilarious bloopers since the very beginning of the show & the time has come for me TO RELEASE THEM TO THE WORLD. I’ve compiled the top blooper moments that were totally unplanned, uncalled for & absolutely hilarious for us all to enjoy. If you were a guest on this podcast at any point, you’re probably in this episode! I hope you enjoy this just as much as I did.

What do you do if you don’t like what you see in the mirror? How can you have a positive body image when you’ve never had one before? Anna Deloach shared her journey of how the Lord helped her overcome eating disorders, addictions & a negative body image. She covers how to train your thoughts to glorify Christ, how to feel comfortable in your own skin & how to not obsess over food, but instead use food as fuel. Her story is such a huge encouragement to every single person, whatever your relationship with your body is!

My husband, Joseph, joined me for such a fun bonus episode! We talked about how to let a guy know you’re interested in him: Is it okay if the girl makes the first move? How can you show interest without being abrasive? We can overthink to the point where we become paralyzed & don’t do anything. Joseph & I told some parts of our own story to help you navigate your relationships. Ultimately, if you don’t communicate clearly, the poor sap could have ZERO idea you’re even interested, so we want to help you be clear, creative & have fun without all the pressure!

My husband, Joseph, joined me for such a fun bonus episode! We talked about how to let a guy know you’re interested in him: Is it okay if the girl makes the first move? How can you show interest without being abrasive? We can overthink to the point where we become paralyzed & don’t do anything. Joseph & I told some parts of our own story to help you navigate your relationships. Ultimately, if you don’t communicate clearly, the poor sap could have ZERO idea you’re even interested, so we want to help you be clear, creative & have fun without all the pressure!

Putting yourself out there can feel vulnerable & nerve-racking. Sometimes, we can be overwhelmed in wondering where to even start when trying to date. Bethany & Ken Freire shared their experience and advise of taking the pressure off of dating so that you can meet great people & it can actually be fun! They answered so many common questions that come up like, “Where are all the good, Christian men? How do you know you’re ready to date? How do you grow more comfortable in dating? Is it okay to date multiple people at the same time?” And they also answered the more specific questions sent in by listeners like “When do you talk about physical boundaries in a relationship? How do you involve community in a relationship in a healthy way? Is it okay to date someone you don’t think you’ll marry?” Their message is so encouraging that there is nothing disqualifying you from meeting someone great. There is always risk involved, but the risk is worth it!

I’m releasing this episode because I truly believe you have something worth sharing! Proverbs tells us that our words have the power of LIFE and DEATH. Not just the power of a good day or a bad day! In this episode, I’m going to walk you through how to determine your why, what & how. Why do you want to start a podcast in the first place? What are you going to share & how are you going to pick the right type of show? And how do you get started? I’m showing you the completely FREE method of creating a podcast all from your phone or computer! I’ll also be sharing the mistakes I’ve made along the way so that you can avoid them at all costs. You can do this!

Abusive romantic relationships are unfortunately too common in our world & the worst part is, abuse could be hiding in plain sight without anyone noticing. Shyann shared her testimony of getting out of abusive relationships, encountering God & equipping others to get out of similar situations. She walks us through how to notice if a friend might be in a toxic relationship & how to lovingly assist them in getting help. Above all, she teaches us how to know our worth & speak life over those who don’t know it yet. If you find yourself in an abusive relationship & want to get out, call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. If you’d like to become a subscriber & get access to all the bonus episodes, go to https://anchor.fm/jenny-marcum/subscribe

I don’t know if you’ve ever asked these questions, but I wrestled with them all the time: - If I go on a date and don’t marry that person, did I fail or do something wrong? - Is it even possible to be godly while dating? - If I use a dating app, am I still trusting the Lord or taking matters into my own hands? - If you get into a relationship, can you still love God wholeheartedly? I knew it was possible to be godly and single. And I knew it was possible to be godly and married, but I had no context for the in between dating portion. I wanted this first bonus episode to feel like we’re just talking over coffee…or adrenal cocktails. I tell my story of feeling such IMMENSE fear & pressure in the dating realm and how God and trusted mentors helped me start to live a pressure-free dating life.

Do you ever feel hesitant to enjoy singleness because you’re afraid God will decide to keep you single? Do you worry you’re doing something wrong to keep yourself single without knowing? Are you just tired of being the single one out? Every season comes with its own joys & challenges. God actually wants you to enjoy singleness, not just endure it. Brynna walked us through steps to make the most of this time, get rid of insecurities & lies, and trust the Lord for His timing in your life. Enjoying singleness will actually set you up to enter into a healthy relationship in the future! If you want more raw & real episodes, ad free, become a subscriber today by tapping this link: https://anchor.fm/jenny-marcum/subscribe

Kate Berkey is an author & missionary who has experienced how exercising the muscle of courage can drastically change your life. Fear is universal & no one is exempt from feeling it, but everyone has a choice in what to do with it. Kate shares her story about how she took an initially leap of faith and stepped over the wall of comfort to find joy, purpose & connection. You can pre-order Kate’s new book, A Place Called Braverly, today!