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✨ Things I’m Unlearning

We all pick up beliefs throughout our lives that can quietly shape the way we think, feel and live. But what if some of the things we’ve been taught aren’t actually serving us anymore?

In this episode, I’m sharing 5 things I’m personally unlearning:

🧠 Emotions are bad
💭 “Forgive and forget”
🌎 Living by society’s values
💰 A scarcity mindset
🏆 Equating success with talent

A conversation about growth, mindset, self-awareness and giving yourself permission to question the beliefs you’ve always taken for granted. 

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🧠 What if neuroscience is proving what the Bible has been saying all along?

The more we learn about the brain, psychology and mindset, the more fascinating the connection between science and Scripture becomes.

In this episode, we explore 5 ways neuroscience and the Bible align — from neuroplasticity and gratitude to prayer, forgiveness, relationships and the power of our thoughts.

✨ Can you actually rewire your brain?
🧠 How do our thoughts change the way we think and see the world?
💛 Can gratitude literally rewire your brain for joy?
🙏 What does science say about prayer and meditation?
🕊️ Why does forgiveness have such a powerful effect on our wellbeing?
🤍 How do the people around us influence our brains and behaviour?

We’ll look at the science, psychology and Scripture behind these ideas — and some simple ways you can start applying them to your own life.

📖 Maybe the Bible really is the original psychology book!

Jess

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✨ 10 Things I Wish I Knew in My 20s — From a 35-Year-Old

What would I tell my 20-year-old self if I could go back? 🥹

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 lessons I’ve learned by 35 about life, relationships, confidence, health habits and more.

💭 From letting go of people-pleasing to being bold and courageous in your life…

✨ 10 things I wish I knew in my 20s:
• People-pleasing will cost you more than you realise
• Take more risks while you're young
• A victim mentality will keep you stuck
• Food affects your mental and emotional health
• Trust God with the parts of your life you can't control 🙏

If you're in your 20s, 30s, or simply navigating a season of change, I hope this episode encourages you to build good habits and live with boldness! 🤍

Jess

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In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from psychology, therapy and my own journey of becoming an almost fully recovered people pleaser ><

We’ll unpack:

✨ Where people pleasing actually comes from — and the fears underneath it
🫶 The difference between genuine generosity and people pleasing
🚨 Subtle signs you may be people pleasing
💭 Why “should” and obligation can be a sneaky form of people pleasing

🧠 How people pleasing can be rooted in low self-worth, fear of rejection and abandonment🌱 My own growth and journey in people pleasing
✝️ What Jesus models to us

This episode is based on my personal experience and the things I’ve learned through reading, therapy and doing the work myself — I’m not a psychologist or mental health professional. 🤍

Jess xox

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Today Becky (my sister in law) and I had a fun conversation answering would you rather questions and discussed our pet peeves!

Do you have the same?

Jess

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Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “Wait… am I the problem?” 🤔

In this episode, we unpack gaslighting—what it is, what it looks like, and how it can slowly make you doubt your own reality.

✨ In this episode:

• 🧠 What gaslighting actually means
• 🚩 Common phrases and tactics gaslighters use

• 👀 Signs you might be experiencing gaslighting
• 🪞 How we can unknowingly gaslight others

• ✝️ The first example of gaslighting to exist
• 🛑 How to respond, set boundaries and break unhealthy patterns

Remember: disagreement isn't always gaslighting. Healthy conflict allows both people to have their own perspective without trying to distort the other's reality.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to recognise manipulation, trust yourself again, and choose truth over confusion.

Jess

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Manifestation is everywhere—but is it compatible with Christianity?

In this episode, we're unpacking the original meaning of the word, where it overlaps with biblical truth, and where it ultimately diverges from the gospel.

✨ The original meaning of "manifestation" (Latin, Greek & biblical context)

🧠 The psychology behind visualisation, gratitude & mindset

📖 Surprising ways the Bible teaches similar principles

🙏 The crucial difference between trusting the universe and trusting God

❤️ Why our motives matter more than our methods

✝️ What key verses in the bible teach about ambition, goals and desires 

🌱 How Christians can pursue big dreams while remaining fully submitted to God's will

Key takeaway: As Christians, we're invited to dream, plan and work diligently—but every desire begins, continues and ends with surrender to God.

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart." — Psalm 37:4

Jess 

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Is toxic positivity preventing you from processing your emotions?

In this episode, we explore the difference between toxic positivity and healthy optimism, why suppressing emotions can impact your mental health, and what the Bible teaches about emotional honesty.

✨ In this episode:

• 💛 What toxic positivity really is
• 🧠 The effects of suppressing difficult emotions
• ✝️ How Jesus modelled healthy emotional expression
• 📖 Biblical wisdom for processing pain with hope
• 🛠️ Practical ways to support yourself and others with empathy

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Thank you!!

Jess xox

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Today we are following on from last episode and addressing the content of our words. 

We can see that words are a refection of what's going on inside our hearts.

There are words we can use which are foolish and destructive - gossip and slander, lies and deceit, which occurs in many setting even including the church!

Then there are words that build and bring unity and peace to people. 

What kind of words are you using? 

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Manifestation is everywhere—but is it compatible with Christianity?

In this episode, we're unpacking the original meaning of the word, where it overlaps with biblical truth, and where it ultimately diverges from the gospel.

✨ The original meaning of "manifestation" (Latin, Greek & biblical context)

🧠 The psychology behind visualisation, gratitude & mindset

📖 Surprising ways the Bible teaches similar principles

🙏 The crucial difference between trusting the universe and trusting God

❤️ Why our motives matter more than our methods

✝️ What key verses in the bible teach about ambition, goals and desires

🌱 How Christians can pursue big dreams while remaining fully submitted to God's will

Key takeaway: As Christians, we're invited to dream, plan and work diligently—but every desire begins, continues and ends with surrender to God.

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart." — Psalm 37:4

Jess xox

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