Her Healing Season | Narcissist, Single Mom, Biblical Encouragement, Boundaries, Faith

In this episode, Bethany sits down with Kari Davis of The Well Team for a powerful conversation about holistic wellness, essential oils, stress, the nervous system, and creating a more peaceful home.

If you’re a mom who feels overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or like your body is constantly stuck in fight-or-flight mode, this conversation will give you some practical things to think about—not only in your own body, but also in the environment you’re creating inside your home.

Kari shares her personal journey into holistic health, including how grief, stress, and losing her husband at a young age led her to explore natural approaches to physical, emotional, and mental wellness. We talk about the connection between chronic stress and the nervous system, how synthetic fragrances and household products can add to our overall exposure to chemicals, and why simplifying your home may be more beneficial than trying to change everything at once.

We also dive into essential oils and aromatherapy, including how Kari uses oils to support emotional regulation, create a calmer environment, manage odors naturally, and replace some conventional household products. She explains why sourcing and quality matter and shares some of her favorite oils and blends for stress, focus, calming, and creating a more peaceful home.

And if the idea of “detoxing your home” sounds completely overwhelming—don’t worry. Kari gives us a much more realistic approach: start small, go room by room, remove synthetic fragrances first, simplify where you can, and give yourself plenty of grace.

We also talk about motherhood, ADHD, anxiety, grief, faith, community, and why wellness doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune or pursuing perfection.

• The connection between chronic stress and the nervous system

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This episode is for educational and informational purposes and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always do your own research and talk with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional about your individual health needs.

What does it actually mean to be happy—and should happiness even be something we’re chasing as Christian women?

I did what any curious person would do…I asked Google.

I looked up the top ways people say we can be happy, and then I compared those ideas with what the Bible actually says.

And here’s what I discovered: Scripture speaks into every one of them.

But when we slow down and compare Google’s advice with God’s Word, we find something much deeper than surface-level happiness.

Yes, relationships matter.

But friend…none of those things can give you the lasting peace and joy your heart is really looking for.

In this episode, we’re taking what culture says about happiness and putting it through the truth of God’s Word.

We’ll talk about:

Why Christian moms need relationships—but can’t expect people to be their source

Because here’s the truth:

The Bible never promises us a happy life.

It promises something deeper.

Peace in chaos.

And if you’ve never placed your faith in Jesus, I’ll also walk through the Gospel and what it means to have a real relationship with Him.

If you’re an overwhelmed, anxious, stressed-out Christian mom who is tired of trying to fix everything on your own and just wants real peace in the middle of real life, this episode is for you.

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If you’re stuck in overwhelm, stress, and fight-or-flight, I offer 1:1 Christian coaching to help you combine biblical truth with practical tools so you can begin moving back toward peace.

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What would happen if your worst nightmare became your reality? Would you still trust God?

In today's incredibly moving conversation, I'm joined by Mae Renfroe—a wife, homeschool mom of ten, author, podcast host, and speaker—who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her 14-year-old son in a tragic four-wheeler accident.

Mae opens up about the questions, grief, disappointment, and wrestling that followed, but even more importantly, she shares the supernatural peace God gave her in the middle of unimaginable pain. We talk about what it really means to trust God when life doesn't make sense, why our circumstances don't determine God's goodness, and how it's possible to experience joy and abundant life even after devastating loss.

If you've been battling anxiety, walking through grief, wondering why God allowed something painful to happen, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, I pray this episode reminds you that God has not abandoned you. His peace is real, His promises are true, and He is still working even when you can't see it.

I know this conversation encouraged me deeply, and I pray it does the same for you.

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No Matter Your Circumstances, God Gives You Peace

Have you ever thought, “If this situation would just change, then I would finally have peace”?

Maybe it’s your marriage. Your kids. Your anxiety. Your health. Your finances. Your circumstances.

We often believe peace comes when life becomes peaceful—but that’s not what Scripture teaches.

In this episode of Spiritual Growth for Christian Moms, we’re talking about the supernatural peace that only comes from God. The kind of peace that doesn’t mean there are no storms, but instead gives you calm, strength, and hope while you are walking through them.

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Friend, your circumstances may change, but God doesn’t.

The same Jesus who calmed the waves, comforted the broken, and strengthened His followers is offering that same peace to you today.

You don’t have to wait until life gets easier to experience peace.

You can have the peace of God right in the middle of the storm.

Grab your coffee (or your Alani 😉), open your Bible, and let’s grow together.

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How do you read your Bible when you're already overwhelmed by motherhood, work, laundry, and life?

In today's conversation, I'm joined by Angie Baughman, pastor, Bible teacher, author, podcaster, and founder of Steady On Ministries. Angie shares how years of studying Scripture—and walking through trauma, a devastating car accident, and the everyday challenges of motherhood—taught her that God doesn't call us to live from our emotions. He calls us to stand firmly on His truth.

If you've ever opened your Bible and immediately felt intimidated, guilty, or unsure where to begin...this episode is for you.

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Whether you've been following Jesus for years or you're just trying to reconnect with Him again, I pray this conversation encourages you to take one small step toward opening God's Word.

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Have you ever hidden in the shower just so no one could hear you cry? Or maybe you're not crying anymore—you just feel constantly overwhelmed, snapping at your kids, exhausted, and stuck in survival mode.

Mama, you are not alone.

In this episode, we're talking about what chronic stress does to your nervous system, what it means to live in fight-or-flight mode, and how God beautifully designed your body to experience peace. I'll explain what the vagus nerve is, why it matters, and share four simple, science-backed, Bible-centered ways to help calm your nervous system so you can respond with the fruit of the Spirit instead of reacting from overwhelm.

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Friend, these tools don't replace prayer—they help quiet your body's alarm system so you can better receive God's peace.

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Remember, mama: God didn't create you to live in survival mode. Through His presence, His Word, and the incredible way He designed your body, you can learn to move from surviving to living in His peace.

What happens when every parent's worst nightmare becomes reality?

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Jill Sullivan to talk about the loss of her daughter Hannah, who was diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer at just 16 years old and passed away one year later at the age of 17.

Jill shares Hannah's incredible faith, the difficult journey through diagnosis and treatment, and the heartbreaking reality of learning to live after the loss of a child. We discuss how grief impacted her faith, marriage, and family, as well as the questions so many grieving parents wrestle with: Why did this happen? Where is God in our suffering? How do we keep moving forward when our hearts are broken?

Jill also shares how God used her family's story to launch While We're Waiting, a ministry that now provides free retreats, support groups, and biblical encouragement for bereaved parents across the United States and beyond.

In this episode, we discuss:

❤️ Hannah's story and her courageous faith journey

❤️ Navigating grief after losing a child

❤️ The impact of child loss on marriage and family relationships

❤️ Trusting God when answers don't come

❤️ Scriptures that brought comfort during suffering

❤️ Common misconceptions about grief and marriage after child loss

❤️ How friends and family can support grieving parents

❤️ The mission and growth of While We're Waiting ministry

Whether you have experienced loss personally, love someone who is grieving, or simply want to better understand how to support hurting families, this conversation is filled with biblical truth, compassion, and hope.

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Do you ever feel like you're fighting a losing battle as a mom?

Whether you're a stay-at-home mom or a working mom, the pressure can feel overwhelming. Society tells us that motherhood should be our entire identity. We feel guilty if we're not doing enough, showing up enough, creating enough memories, or giving enough of ourselves.

But what if we've been focusing on the wrong thing?

In today's episode, we're talking about what happens when motherhood becomes our identity instead of Christ. We'll discuss why God calls us to put Him first, how to ask God to reveal hidden idols in our lives, and why focusing on our relationship with Him can actually make us better moms.

If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, discouraged, or like you're constantly falling short, this episode is for you.

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Have you ever felt like you're just surviving motherhood?

Maybe you're overwhelmed, exhausted, lonely, anxious, or spiritually drained. The good news is that God specializes in bringing dead things back to life. Throughout Scripture, we see that God often uses difficult seasons to draw His people closer to Him and create revival in their hearts.

In this episode, we're talking about what a "Mom Revival" really looks like, how God can use trials to strengthen our faith, and why your current struggles may actually be preparing you for a deeper relationship with Jesus. We'll explore biblical examples of revival, encouragement from God's Word, and practical ways to begin seeking renewal in your motherhood today.

You don't have to stay stuck in survival mode. God is inviting you into something greater.

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Spiritual Growth for Christian Moms is a podcast created for overwhelmed moms who love Jesus but feel stretched thin, spiritually dry, or disconnected from the peace they know they should have.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things—raising kids, managing a home, showing up in your marriage, maybe even working—but still feel like your soul is running on empty, you are not alone.

Here, we talk about what it really looks like to grow in your faith in the middle of real life. Not perfect life. Not “quiet time on a mountain” life. But messy, busy, everyday motherhood.

Each episode is filled with biblical encouragement, honest conversations, and practical tools to help you:

I’m Bethany Crowe, Christian wife, mom, coach, and your host. I’ve walked through seasons of overwhelm, spiritual dryness, and trying to do it all in my own strength—and I’ve experienced how God gently brings us back to peace when we surrender it all to Him.

Whether you’re folding laundry, driving in the car, or sneaking in a few quiet minutes, this space is for you.

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