Holiday Habits Part 1: Rooted Before Rushed — Staying Anchored in God’s Word + Consistent Through the Chaos

Episode Summary:
In today’s episode, we kick off our Holiday Habits series with the most important foundation you can have during a hectic season: staying rooted in God’s Word. As midlife women navigating hormone shifts, full calendars, and emotional load, we need rhythms that anchor us — not add pressure.
This episode walks you through the exact 5-minute “Holiday Rooted Rhythm” you can use every day to remain spiritually grounded, emotionally steady, and consistent even in the busiest weeks.
If you want to reduce stress, lower cravings, support your metabolism, and stay connected to God through the holidays, this episode is your starting place.

Grab your Free Holiday Habits Guide in the show notes to go deeper!

Topics Covered:

• Why holidays hit midlife moms harder (stress, hormones, emotional load)
• How being rooted in God’s Word helps you navigate the season with peace
• Why consistency matters more than perfection
• The 5-minute “Holiday Rooted Rhythm”
• The connection between spiritual grounding + emotional regulation
• How small habits steady your metabolism and mindset
• A faith reframe for the holiday season
• Your simple action step for the week

Mentioned in This Episode:
✨ Free Holiday Habits Guide
✨ The Holiday Habits Series (Parts 2 & 3 coming soon!)

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The holidays are here — and with them come parties, family dinners, and the temptation to throw in the towel until January. But what if this year looked different?

In this episode, Rachel shares practical ways to track macros through the holidays — without restriction, guilt, or obsession. You’ll learn how to make food choices rooted in stewardship, habits, and freedom, not fear.

She breaks down what macros actually are, why tracking them matters, and how consistency (not perfection!) can carry you through this season with peace and confidence.

Because honoring God with your body doesn’t mean saying no to every cookie — it means saying yes to wisdom, discipline, and joy.

🩶 In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• What macros are and why tracking them helps you fuel your body well
• How to practice stewardship over perfection in your health journey
• Why not every day is a holiDAY (and how that truth changes everything)
• Simple ways to stay consistent with your habits during busy seasons
• How to enjoy the celebrations and maintain momentum toward your goals

✨ Key Quotes:

💛 Challenge of the Week:

Decide which days this season are true holidays — and which are ordinary days of stewardship.
Then, commit to showing up with consistency on those regular days. Protein, hydration, movement, and rest — small, faithful steps that honor God and serve your body well.

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Let’s keep our habits strong, our hearts surrendered, and our health rooted in freedom this season.

📖 Scripture Reference:

• Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

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If you’ve ever crushed your weekdays and “fallen off” on the weekend, this episode will free you from the guilt cycle and help you rebuild consistency that actually lasts.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• Why all-or-nothing diets spike stress and slow results
• How predictable rhythms stabilize your metabolism and mindset
• The faith perspective that helps you rise again when you stumble
• Atomic Habits strategies that make consistency automatic

You’ll leave this episode with truth that transforms — and a peace-filled plan for your weekends.

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Midlife doesn’t mean decline — it means refinement. In this episode, we’re dismantling the lie that “your metabolism is slow because you’re older.” You’ll learn:

• The biology behind metabolism and muscle
• Why under-eating and over-cardio work against you
• How to rebuild your metabolism with food, strength, and faith
• The mindset shift that transforms your midlife journey

Because your 40s aren’t the end — they’re your new beginning.

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Scripture Referenced: 

Romans 12:2

Deuteronomy 8

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This week we’re exposing one of the most common lies women believe: “I don’t have time to take care of myself.”

In this episode, I’m helping you see that it’s not about time — it’s about alignment. You’ll learn:

• Why constant busyness keeps your body in stress mode
• How cortisol chaos impacts your energy, cravings, and metabolism
• Simple structure shifts that lower stress and restore peace
• How to see holy habits as acts of worship, not guilt

Because when we invite God into our schedules, He brings structure that leads to peace — not pressure.

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re you tracking your macros—but not seeing the results you want? Or maybe you’ve thought about tracking but felt completely overwhelmed before you even began? You’re not alone, friend.

In this episode, we’re breaking down why macros matter—protein, carbs, and fats—and how they fuel your body, balance your hormones, and support fat loss in midlife. We’ll also talk about the science of consistency and why sporadic tracking keeps you stuck spinning your wheels.

Whether you’ve been logging inconsistently or you’re brand new and don’t know where to start, this conversation will give you the tools to simplify macro tracking, overcome the overwhelm, and finally start seeing results.

And we won’t just talk about food—we’ll talk about faith. Because consistency isn’t about perfection, it’s about stewarding the body God entrusted to you. Galatians 6:9 reminds us not to grow weary in doing good, and that includes our health.

📌 Ready to practice consistency and gain confidence in macro tracking? Join me in my upcoming 21 Day Metabolic Reset where I’ll walk you step-by-step through the FASTer Way principles and help you build habits that last. 

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Scripture Focus: Daniel 1:8 — “But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself…”

Daniel made a decision in his heart that his body—and what he fueled it with—would honor God. His discipline wasn’t just spiritual; it sharpened his mind, preserved his clarity, and gave him wisdom beyond his peers.

In this episode, I’m encouraging Christian women to pursue that same kind of resolve. We are called to steward our bodies so we can think clearly, make wise decisions, and show up strong for our families, communities, and God’s calling.

I also share insights from Charlie Kirk’s health habits. Friends and family have said he wanted to be the healthiest he could be so he had energy for his mission and for his family. His intentional rest, clean anti-inflammatory diet, and mindful choices helped preserve his mental clarity and focus—reminding us that physical health supports spiritual and cognitive strength.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why stable blood sugar and clean, God-designed foods improve energy, mood, and decision-making
• How building strength supports hormones, metabolism, and cognitive focus
• The role of rest and Sabbath rhythms in reducing stress and enhancing clarity
• Why your why—your purpose in Christ—keeps you consistent and motivated

✨ Friend, this is more than fat loss or exercise. It’s about disciplining yourself for godliness, choosing

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In this episode, I open up and share my own salvation story—how God rescued me and gave me new life in Christ. Moments like the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk remind us that life is short, tomorrow isn’t promised, and eternity is real. But we cannot let this be just a one-time emotional catalyst. My prayer is that we carry the fire for Christ and the urgency for the salvation of others with us every single day.

I promised to include the Roman Road to Salvation—a clear and powerful way to understand and share the gospel:

• Romans 3:23 – “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”
• Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
• Romans 5:8 – “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
• Romans 10:9–10 – “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
• Romans 10:13 – “For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

We are called to live with eternity on our hearts. The gospel is not just good news—it is urgent news. My encouragement to you is this: don’t wait for a national tragedy, a loss, or a wake-up call to stir your boldness. Share Christ now, love people enough to point them to salvation, and live surrendered to His mission.

If you’ve never made the decision to follow Jesus, I invite you to pray, believe, and surrender your life to Him today. And if you’re already walking with Him, ask for fresh courage and boldness to share your faith with your family, your friends, and even strangers who need the hope of Christ.

Let’s not waste this moment. Let’s keep the fire burning.

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How many times have you told yourself, “I’m just giving myself grace”—right after overeating or slipping into old habits? As Christian women, we know grace is one of the most beautiful gifts God has given us. But sometimes, we misplace it. Grace was never meant to excuse sin or keep us stuck in unhealthy cycles. Instead, it’s meant to lift us up and empower us to walk in righteousness.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing encouragement and scripture to help you keep grace in its proper place—strength for the journey, not a license for gluttony. Together we’ll look at what God’s Word says about grace, how to recognize when we’re using it as an excuse, and how to let grace lead us into freedom, wholeness, and health.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✨ The difference between true grace and cheap excuses
✨ Why Romans 5:20 and Romans 6:1–2 remind us grace is not permission to keep sinning
✨ How to invite conviction without slipping into condemnation
✨ Practical ways to let grace guide your health journey toward strength and holiness

Scriptures mentioned:

• Romans 5:20
• Romans 6:1–2
• Hebrews 12:11
• Psalm 23:3

Let’s Connect:
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Feeling stuck with your health in midlife? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the four simple habits that keep me fit, energized, and confident in my 40s—without extreme dieting or hours in the gym. These habits aren’t complicated, but when practiced consistently, they balance your hormones, boost your metabolism, and bring peace to your daily routine.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why 30–40g of protein at breakfast keeps blood sugar stable and cravings low 🍳
• How strength training just 3x/week supports metabolism, muscle, and hormones 💪🏻
• The underrated power of a daily 20-minute walk for stress and clarity 🚶🏼‍♀️
• Why water before caffeine sets the tone for better energy and hormone balance ☕💧
• How these habits not only transform your body but also help you honor God by stewarding the temple He’s given you ✝️

If you’re ready to stop feeling like your body is working against you and finally step into strength, confidence, and freedom, I’d love to coach you in my next 6-week FASTer Way round. Together, we’ll build these habits into your daily life with simple strategies, accountability, and a Christ-centered approach to health.

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