Heart of a Wildflower: Peaceful Poetry Reflections

Are you caught in an uncertain time between loss and growth? Or have you learned that you can survive the unexpected detours that catch you grasping both courage and fear?

In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “blossom,” written by Lia Girard, and consider how to care for yourself during in-between seasons of unknown, change, or grief. Lia offers encouragement to tend to your comfort and hold on by faith.

Today’s episode welcomes you to: 

- envision yourself as a blossom, nourished by creation

- be gentle with yourself during hard times

- understand that two opposing feelings can be held together, and healing will come

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds. 

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Have you ever faced a season that you thought would break you? Or are you in one now?

In this episode, Lia Girard shares three original poems that explore the passage through pain to possibility. By vulnerably sharing a personal disaster — and poems written during different phases of that heart-wrenching journey — Lia offers a place of welcome, understanding, and hope.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- know you are loved, no matter what appears “broken”

- allow yourself space and peace to appreciate the smallest wonders

- believe that growth happens in darkness and struggle

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds.

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Have you ever been in a situation or season where you felt that hope was all you had?

In this episode, Lia Girard reads an original poem, “The Cloak,” written by this week’s featured poet, Becky Hemsley. Becky’s poem reveals her compassion and optimism for a friend who was seeing her way through a challenging unknown … by leaning into hope. 

Lia also shares her small poem, “Believing,” to echo the truth that there is a strength all around you that is also within you.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- listen for, look for, and cling to hope even when it’s barely there

- believe that hope can make you stronger than you realize

- recall what you’ve already overcome, and learned, from pressing on through trials

You’ll also be given a word — and a personal question — inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds. 

If you love Becky’s poem, you can connect with her at [email protected], or explore her collections here:

• Website: beckyhemsley.com
• Instagram: @beckyhemsleypoetry
• Facebook: Becky Hemsley Poetry

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Do you ever just let yourself close your eyes ... and listen for inspiration?

In this episode, you’ll hear three small original poems, written by Lia Girard, that explore the silent healing of nature. By offering what she hears in the patient and encouraging messages of wild things, Lia offers you room to breathe.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- find a place of beauty that calms your soul

- be silent for as long as you need to hear what nature is saying to you specifically

- stop hurrying and find a tempo that feels safe, sane and loving to you

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds.

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Have you ever fallen in love with, or grieved over, some small part of nature? Maybe a special tree, a favorite flower, or a sudden butterfly?

In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “Sunflower Spirit,” written by Lia Girard, that considers the circle of life. Its intent is to celebrate the truth that every living thing — including you — is serving a unique purpose in its own timing.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- notice the beauty all around you

- allow the pace of nature and the inevitable struggles of life to shape you 

- realize that you are an inspiration to others  

You’ll also be given a phrase inspired by the poem — and a personal question — to ponder as your week unfolds. 

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Have you ever trusted nature with your most painful moments?

Today’s original poem, “Held,” written by Lia Girard, considers the guiding voice accessible in wild places when you connect deeply with the elements of nature that inspire you. You’ll find encouragement to never be ashamed of hurts you’re still trying to  heal, and notice how nature never hides whatever it’s going through. This episode invites you you to: 

- recognize pain is part of life and love

- understand that nature is always reminding you of its love for you

- emulate the courage of something wild that you enjoy

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds.

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Do you sometimes feel the world is loud and the days move too fast? 

In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, “Awaken,” written by Lia Girard, inviting you to consider how slowing down your mornings can create more peace. Lia offers encouragement to be present in the early quiet of the day as a promise to yourself.

Today’s reflection welcomes you to: 

- allow yourself to awaken gently

- picture the day ahead as an open pitcher that you fill and pour

- feel free to empty and refill yourself with what feels kind and gracious

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds.

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Do you sometimes turn your gaze upward and suddenly feel there’s so much more to life than your present worries? Have you ever stopped to study the clouds or the stars and found fresh new insight? 

In appreciation of how important this kind of pausing can be, you’ll hear an original poem, Balance, written by Lia Girard. It tells a short story about a captivating sight high above.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- look up to expand your outlook physically and mentally

- appreciate your own unique blend of talents and characteristics

- allow yourself the kind of pausing that brings you peace

You’ll also be given a phrase, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds. 

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Do you remember how simple pleasures made you feel relaxed and at ease? 

Did you know these ordinary interactions that feel extraordinary — coined by trauma expert Deb Dana — are called glimmers? Noticing these magical micro-moments of joy can actually boost your wellbeing.

In this episode, you’ll hear an original poem, Glimmer, written by Lia Girard, as an invitation to reignite your sense of wonder and appreciation.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- recall a small moment of pleasure that still brings you joy

- take note of the sensory experiences that refresh you

- promise yourself a glimmer moment in the coming week

You’ll also be given a word, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds. 

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].

Have you ever been through a trial that left you weak? Or a loss or heartbreak that felt unbearable?

In this episode, you’ll hear two original poems, Haven and Unsinkable, written by Lia Girard, and explore ways your struggles have actually made you stronger. 

Written in different seasons of hardship and healing, Lia reminds you: it’s your choice to free yourself.

Today’s episode invites you to: 

- replace lies with truth

- release the weight of past pain when you’re ready

- anticipate your own renewal

You’ll also be given a word, inspired by the poem, to ponder as your week unfolds. 

Love this episode? Share your thoughts here.

Lia Girard is a poet, writer, author, wife, and mom whose feature articles are found on iBelieve.com, Crosswalk.com, and other inspirational platforms. 

You can explore her poetry, often inspired by the wonders of nature, on Instagram: @wildpeace.poetry. 

If you love the show, or any episode resonates with you, please rate or review the show on your favorite platform, or email your feedback to [email protected].