Are you sure you want to be in a relationship? In this episode, I begin the conversation about something the bible is silent on: dating. I talk about what Christ centered dating should and shouldn't be and the work required. I also talk about what to expect at your first therapy session, and how to deal with friends that don't get that you're introverted. Handout may be found at www.mystrengthandmyshield.com. Questions may be sent to [email protected]

Just in time for Valentine's Day, a podcast episode about the love God wants for us. This episode I focus on the purpose of love and relationships, telling the difference between what is and is not love, and advice on dating for the purpose of marriage. This episode I open up about things that I have been struggling with. This podcast is a space for honesty and spiritual growth. I pray that in my  attempts to make sense of the matters of my own heart that it touches you as well. Worksheet may be found at www.mystrengthandmyshield.com. Please rate and comment to help this podcast grow! Questions for the podcast may be sent to [email protected]

This episode we discuss how trying to be perfect can actually make a bigger mess. I discuss the paradox of perfectionism and how trying to be perfect pulls us away from God and our purpose. I also discuss perfectionism and procrastination. Finally, I answer a question and share how I REALLY feel about soul ties. The worksheet may be found at www.mystrengthandmyshield.com. Questions for the podcast may be sent to [email protected]. Please rate and comment on iTunes. If you live in New York and would like to collaborate through the podcast, shoot me a message at [email protected]

Because I am fully in denial about the fact that the Obamas are no longer in the White House, I wanted to make an episode about the one and only Michelle Obama. I talk about my personal experience meeting Barack and Michelle and how we can see God's love in and be inspired by Michelle Obama. I also discuss how to be there for someone who is going through it and answer a listener's question about going to church after being away for a long time. Questions for the podcast may be sent to [email protected].

There are times when even the Christian with the strongest faith wonders if God hears their prayers. Time and time again, the word tells us that the creator of all things knows every wish and desire of our hearts. So what do we do when we pray and we feel like we get no answers? God always gives us the answer: No, Yes, or Wait. in this episode we discuss what happens when we talk to God, we ask, and God says "no." We also discuss mindfulness and mediation, as well as how to handle rejection in dating/ being happy while single. Questions may be sent to [email protected]. The worksheet may be found at www.mystrengthandmyshield.com

This episode we tackle the big question: What is my purpose? Along with bible scripture and an activity to help you discover life's many paths, we begin the conversation about purpose. I also answer a question about how to forgive after a person has been hurtful or abusive. The worksheet may be found at www.mystrengthandmyshield.com and you can send me a question at [email protected]

Happy New Year Beloved! We have found ourselves in a new year, with new excitement, new opportunities and new goals. This episode we discuss how we can orient ourselves to set goals for a productive and positive new year. We discuss bible verses that remind us it's ok to set new year's resolutions, and ways to actually succeed in those new year's resolutions. I also share my own new year's resolutions, and answer an important question about how to handle old friendships when trying to be a new Christian. The worksheet for this episode is below. As always, be sure to rate, comment on, and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. If you have a question you'd like to be answered on the podcast, email me at [email protected].

How do we navigate the holidays when we feel less than festive? How do we set boundaries? Do we pray to God about relationships? All of these questions are answered in this week's episode. There is a worksheet on www.mystrengthandmyshield.com Send your questions to be answered on the podcast to [email protected]. Comment, rate, and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes

The smoke has cleared, and here we are. A bigoted buffoon was elected president and there's nothing we can do about it. How do we deal with our emotions and move forward as Christians? What are we called to do? What is our responsibility as people of faith? This episode is probably one of the most honest episodes I have done. I hope it is as therapeutic listening to it as it was recording it. Let me know your thoughts at [email protected]. Be sure to send me any questions you'd like to have read and answered on the podcast as well.

This week's podcast focuses on just that. Being an over achiever can be draining. You may find yourself exhausted because you're so used to working hard and achieving that you're not taking time to connect that work to your relationship with God and with something that makes your soul whole. As a result, we find ourselves busy, but not productive.