How do you battle the anxious fear of the unknown? The foundation is to meditate on the known character of who God is (his character). Join me as I chat with Heather Dixon on this and more. **We cover:**

- Heather's story of dealing with a chronic disease - Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

- How to overcome the fear of the unknown with the known of God's character

- Simple techniques to breathe well while feeling anxious

- Where to start if you're living in constant anxiety

- How she's finding rest right now

**Heather Dixon** writes over at [The Rescued Letters](http://therescuedletters.com/about/about-trl/) equipping women to trust in God, face their greatest fears, and choose life, especially when life presents its most difficult circumstances. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] The first part of the conversation the audio is a little fuzzy. But stick with us because we got it sorted out further in.

### Links & Quotes Mentioned in the Show

Heather has a full series on [battling anxiety with biblical truth HERE.](http://therescuedletters.com/battling-anxiety-biblical-truth/) Learn [more about Heather](http://therescuedletters.com/about/about-heather/) and [her full story.](http://therescuedletters.com/heathers-story/) Here's information on [Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.](http://therescuedletters.com/about/about-vascular-ehlers-danlos-syndrome/) Learn one of the breathing techniques she me mentions [at the bottom of this page.](http://therescuedletters.com/the-real-power-behind-the-breath-part-2/) **Scripture she mentioned:**"The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4 "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." Phillipians 4:8 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." Proverbs 3:5

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How do you practice self-care well? Not just "take a walk to relax" kind of self-care but the "building healthy habits that steward ourselves well over the long-term" kind. The first step is knowing yourself well. Really well. And, my guest today - Abby Buter, Personal Growth Coach - uses the Enneagram assessment to begin that journey. She shares what the Enneagram is, the impact it can have, and why it's really good at helping you practice self-care over the long haul. ****[Abby Buter](https://www.abbybuter.com/) is a Personal Growth Coach. She helps people understand themselves better and take steps to cultivating health and wholeness in their life. Learn more. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button]

### Links Mentioned in the Show

- [Enneagram Institute](https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/)

- [The Enneagram Nine Type Description](https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions)

- The Road Back to You - [Book](http://amzn.to/2qil5v3) / [AudioBook](http://www.audibletrial.com/ODR)

- [Abby's Coaching](https://www.abbybuter.com/coaching/)

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I talk with Dr. Robert Woodcock on how cultivating practices of reflection help us to grow in our relationship with God and all areas of our life. We talk about: Why regular practice of silence and solitude are so important to a healthy soul but why it is so difficult for many of us. The role of a spiritual director or companion in that journey, the qualities to look for, and the places to find someone. The fruit of these practices over the long-term. And, the simple practice you can begin for just a few minutes each day. **Dr. Robert Woodcock** provides integrative guidance to those serious about their spiritual journey. A deep dive into your unique purpose and pathway—into the truth of who you are, who God is, and what you are called to do in this world. [Learn more here.](http://www.integrativeguidance.com/what-i-do/) [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button]

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A short parable of a Mexican fisherman and American businessman has a few truths for us as we seek to cultivate an attitude of contentment in our lives. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **The short parable...** An American businessman was taking a much-needed vacation in a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisherman docked. The boat had several large, fresh fish in it. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish. “How long it took you to catch them?” The American asked. “Only a little while.” The Mexican replied. “Why don’t you stay out longer and catch more fish?” The American then asked. “I have enough to support my family’s immediate needs.” The Mexican said. “But,” The American then asked, “What do you do with the rest of your time?” The Mexican fisherman said, “I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take a siesta with my wife, Maria, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos, I have a full and busy life, senor.” The American scoffed, “I am a Harvard MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing and with the proceeds you buy a bigger boat, and with the proceeds from the bigger boat you could buy several boats, eventually you would have a fleet of fishing boats.” “Instead of selling your catch to a middleman you would sell directly to the consumers, eventually opening your own can factory. You would control the product, processing and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then LA and eventually NYC where you will run your expanding enterprise.” The Mexican fisherman asked, “But senor, how long will this all take?” To which the American replied, “15-20 years.” “But what then, senor?” The American laughed and said, “That’s the best part. When the time is right you would announce an IPO (Initial Public Offering) and sell your company stock to the public and become very rich, you would make millions.” “Millions, senor? Then what?” The American said slowly, “Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take a siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos…” Most believe this was originally written by [Heinrich Boll](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_B%C3%B6ll).

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Being thankful throughout our day and during hard seasons is a truly difficult thing. But the fruit it brings is worth it. We briefly talk about the effect that thankfulness has on our lives and simple ways to begin practicing it even today. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **Links and Quotes From This Episode**

> "Thanksgiving Day comes, by statute, once a year; BUT to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow." - Edward Sandford Martin "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18) "We would worry less if we praised more. Thanksgiving is the enemy of discontent and dissatisfaction." Harry A. Ironside

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In part 2 Katie and I discuss how to plan your Sabbath well such as:

- The importance of defining "your why"

- Why you should give yourself boundaries on what you won't do

- How to help yourself focus on the important things during the day

- How to begin the practice of the Sabbath even if you haven't done it before (starting simply!)

- And lot's more

If you missed part 1 of our conversation [then you can find that here.](http://ourdailyrest.net/gift-sabbath-and-how-to-plan-it-wisely-with-katie-bennett-part-1/) [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **Katie Bennett** is a writer and blogger at [Embracing a Simpler Life](http://www.embracingasimplerlife.com/). A blog written to moms and homemakers about what it means to live deeply, intentionally and joyfully. You’ll find encouragement to peel away the noise, clutter and busyness of life to find contentment, trust in God and live with an eternal focus. **Links and Quotes From This Episode**

- You can find Katie's blog here: [Embracing a Simpler Life](http://www.embracingasimplerlife.com/)

- Also, you can get her free [Sabbath Planning resource here.](http://embracing-a-simpler-life.teachable.com/p/sabbath-planning-guide)

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Are you regularly feeling worn out and at the end of your rope? That's the story for many of us in this day and age. One of the answers is an ancient practice that God put in place from the very beginning - Sabbath rest. In this episode I chat with Katie Bennett about the wonderful gift that the Sabbath is and how to begin practicing it even if you've never done so before. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **Katie Bennett** is a writer and blogger at [Embracing a Simpler Life](http://www.embracingasimplerlife.com/). A blog written to moms and homemakers about what it means to live deeply, intentionally and joyfully. You’ll find encouragement to peel away the noise, clutter and busyness of life to find contentment, trust in God and live with an eternal focus. **Links From This Episode**

- You can find Katie's blog here: [Embracing a Simpler Life](http://www.embracingasimplerlife.com/)

- Also, you can get her free [Sabbath Planning resource here.](http://embracing-a-simpler-life.teachable.com/p/sabbath-planning-guide)

“Anyone who cannot obey God’s command to observe the Sabbath is a slave, even a self-imposed one. Your own heart, or our materialistic culture, or an exploitative organization, or all of the above, will be abusing you if you don’t have the ability to be disciplined in your practice of Sabbath. Sabbath is therefore a declaration of our freedom. It means you are not a slave—not to your culture’s expectations, your family’s hopes, your medical school’s demands, not even to your own insecurities. It is important that you learn to speak this truth to yourself with a note of triumph—otherwise you will feel guilty for taking time off, or you will be unable to truly unplug.” - Tim Keller

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How do you make your marriage a priority even when you're in the midst of a busy season? In this episode I chat with my wife Leah on how you can be intentional in your marriage relationship in small meaningful ways even if you can't do many "date nights" or big events right now. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **We learn: **

- Why the small daily moments and actions are the most important in a healthy marriage.

- The weekly habit that has sustained our relationship through some very full years with young kids.

- Practical ways to show your spouse love and affection that don't take a lot of time.

**Links From This Episode**

- Leah's blog: [Life Around the Coffee Cup.](http://www.leahheffner.com/)

- Get the book here: [The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts](https://theredoakcollective.com/collections/all-products/products/the-5-love-languages-gary-chapman)

- The free [Love Languages assessment](http://www.5lovelanguages.com/). Click the purple button "Learn Your Love Language".

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In this episode we're back with part two of my conversation with special guest, Dr. Terry Wardle. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] **We learn: **

- We'll learn why awareness and attention are key components to living in the present.

- How our brain shifts gears when we've experienced something a few times

- The important first step to begin living in the present moment

- How the simple act of eating an orange can help you practice being in the presence of God.

**Dr. Terry Wardle** is Professor of Practical Theology at Ashland Theological Seminary, founding President of [Healing Care Ministries](http://www.healingcare.org/), and [President Emeritus of HCM International’s Board of Directors](http://hcminternational.org/about-us/board-of-directors/dr-terry-wardle). He is a frequent seminar and conference speaker, and the author of numerous books on spiritual formation and formational prayer. He has been married to Cheryl for more than 42 years, has three grown children and five grandchildren.  **Links From This Episode**

- Terry's book [Every Breath We Take, Living in the Presence, Love, and Generosity of God](http://amzn.to/2m1FJ0k) is available on Amazon.

- Terry shares more about living in the present moment on [episode 6](https://slingstones.podbean.com/e/slingstones-episode-six/) & [episode 7](http://slingstones.podbean.com/e/slingstones-episode-seven/) of his podcast, [Slingstones](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/slingstones-podcast/id1165272071?mt=2). Listen and subscribe, you will enjoy it immensely.

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What do we miss when we're focused on the past or on the future instead of the present moment we've been given? It's something we probably have all thought about. How to be present. How to enjoy each moment. We dive into why the present moment is so important and how to begin to cultivate it with special guest, Dr. Terry Wardle. [su\_button url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-daily-rest/id1209722194" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe on iTunes[/su\_button] [su\_button url="/renewing-library-signup/" target="blank" style="flat" background="#717c6b" size="6" radius="0"]Subscribe by Email[/su\_button] We also learn:

- Why the present moment is truly a gift and what we lose when we are pulled to the past or future

- What Jesus was talking about when he told Martha that "Mary has chosen what is better" at the end of the Gospel of Luke 10.

**Dr. Terry Wardle** is Professor of Practical Theology at Ashland Theological Seminary, founding President of [Healing Care Ministries](http://www.healingcare.org/), and [President Emeritus of HCM International’s Board of Directors](http://hcminternational.org/about-us/board-of-directors/dr-terry-wardle). He is a frequent seminar and conference speaker, and the author of numerous books on spiritual formation and formational prayer. He has been married to Cheryl for more than 42 years, has three grown children and five grandchildren.  **Links From This Episode**

- "Beware the barrenness of a busy life." **- Socrates**

- Terry's book [Every Breath We Take, Living in the Presence, Love, and Generosity of God](http://amzn.to/2m1FJ0k) is available on Amazon.

- Terry shares more about living in the present moment on [episode 6](https://slingstones.podbean.com/e/slingstones-episode-six/) & [episode 7](http://slingstones.podbean.com/e/slingstones-episode-seven/) of his podcast, [Slingstones](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/slingstones-podcast/id1165272071?mt=2). Listen and subscribe, you will enjoy it immensely.

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