In this final episode of Season 2, I’m sharing why I’ve decided to pause the podcast for the summer....even though I was sure we’d keep going.

Inside, you’ll hear:

🌿 What finally convinced me to step back for a season, even after feeling certain I’d found a sustainable rhythm

🌿 How this decision brought back memories of something that happened right after my youngest daughter was born — if you’ve been listening a while, you might remember this story, but today I’m seeing it in a whole new light

🌿 Why honoring the season you’re actually in matters more than sticking to the plan you made

🌿 What the Church teaches us about rhythms of rest, reflection, and renewal

Plus, I’m offering a few simple reflection questions to help you discern whether it’s time for your own pause, pivot, or deeper trust.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Family Day Retreat at the Waverly Retreat House (Lincoln area) on July 13 — come say hi if you’re local (or want to be for a day. 😉)

• Season 3 of the podcast returns on August 25 🎉🎙️

• Subscribe to the Soulful Sundays email for weekly-ish reflections over the summer

Reflection Questions: 1️⃣ What am I hearing in my spirit right now? If God were whispering clarity to me, what might He say? 2️⃣ What does my body feel when I imagine stepping into this choice? Do I sense peace or tension? 3️⃣ What story am I telling about why I can’t change my mind? Is that story true, helpful, or necessary? 4️⃣ When I picture this season, what image comes to mind? What would it look like to honor what’s unfolding rather than resist it?

Stay Connected: • Instagram: @andyarbie • Website: www.andyarbie.com/connect • Book a Discovery Call: Click here to get started

Feeling like you’re parenting a grown man with a beard and a Costco membership? If you’re the one managing the calendar, fixing problems, and carrying the emotional load in your marriage, this episode is for you.

In “You’re Not His Mother: How to Stop Parenting Your Husband and Lighten Your Load,” we dive into the common—but often unspoken—parent-child dynamic that can quietly take over marriages. You’ll learn how to:

• Recognize when you’re overfunctioning and mothering your spouse

• Start breaking the cycle by stepping back with courage and grace

• Reclaim your energy and make room for real partnership

Plus, get access to a 14-minute audio reflection, “Lighten the Load,” to help you notice where you’re carrying too much and begin handing some of that weight back.

Ready to stop carrying more than your share and invite freedom into your marriage? Press play and let’s get started.

Resources mentioned: 🔗 Lighten the Load – 14-minute audio reflection

📱 Stay Connected: • Instagram: @andyarbie • Website: www.andyarbie.com/connect • Book a Discovery Call: Click here to get started

I’ll never tell you whether to stay or leave a relationship—that’s a deeply personal decision, and safety always comes first. What I will say is that sometimes, when one person starts to shift—by speaking up, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with who they are—the dynamic can begin to change. In this episode, I share a moment at the gym that unexpectedly mirrored what real strength looks like in hard relationships. It’s not always in the dramatic decisions. Sometimes the flex is in the small reps—done with intention, clarity, and truth.

👉 If this conversation hits close to home and you’re ready for 1:1 support, let’s talk. Click here to book a free Discovery Call. I’ll help you process what’s really going on, find clarity, and take the next right step—whatever that looks like for you.

📱 Stay Connected: • Instagram: @andyarbie • Website: www.andyarbie.com/connect

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Ashley Montag, MS, LIMHP, LMFT—a Catholic therapist and founder of Restoration Psychotherapy—for a rich and grace-filled conversation about what true healing looks like: mind, body, and soul.

We talk about the difference between trauma and unforgiveness, and why the feelings that surface when we see someone from our past don’t necessarily mean we’re doing something wrong. Ashley shares powerful, compassionate insights about being fully seen by God and learning to live from your true identity, even when old wounds resurface.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why does it still hurt if I’ve already forgiven?” — this episode is for you.

Connect with Ashley and her team: 🌐 Restoration Psychotherapy

Connect with Andy: 📱 Instagram: @andyarbie 🌐 Website: www.andyarbie.com/connect 📞 Book a Discovery Call ✨ I can’t wait to connect with you and support you on your journey!

When you're in—or recovering from—a destructive relationship, especially while trying to co-parent, it’s tempting to focus solely on the other person’s behavior. But what if one of the most powerful paths to healing is found in taking an honest look at your part?

In this episode, we dive into a deeper examen of how we may unknowingly contribute to the relational patterns we desperately want to break. This isn’t about blame—it’s about awareness, growth, and the freedom that comes from doing things differently moving forward.

This conversation is raw, real, and rooted in hope—especially for women who feel stuck in fear, shame, or self-doubt. You’ll leave with clarity, compassion for yourself, and maybe even the language you’ve been missing to name what’s really going on inside you.

Whether you're still in it, out of it, or somewhere in between—this one’s for you.

Related Episodes from Own Your Revival:

• Ep. 16 – Tori Harris Gray on Marriage, Motherhood & Moving with the Holy Spirit

• Ep. 67 – When Co-Parenting Doesn’t Work

• Ep. 71 – 3 Ways to Find Peace When Big Moments Don’t Go as Planned

Resources:

• I Want to Trust You But I Don’t by Lysa TerKeurst

• Al-Anon Family Groups (for families and friends of those affected by another’s drinking)

• Instagram: @andyarbie

• Website: www.andyarbie.com/connect

• Book a Discovery Call: Click here to get started

✨ I can’t wait to connect with you and support you on your journey!

In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the emotional complexities that arise when significant life events don't unfold as envisioned. Whether it's a milestone celebration, a family gathering, or any pivotal moment, unmet expectations can leave us feeling disappointed and emotionally drained. You're not alone in this experience. Join us as we explore three comforting truths that can help you navigate these feelings, embrace the beauty in imperfection, and find peace amidst the chaos. Let's shift the focus from perfection to presence and discover the profound impact of showing up authentically.​

📱 Stay Connected: ➡️ Follow me on Instagram: @andyarbie ➡️ Visit my website: www.andyarbie.com/connect ➡️ Questions about working together? book a discovery call: click here

Ever find yourself bracing before holidays, birthdays, or big life events—wondering if someone is going to ruin it again? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re digging into a pattern I call emotional whiplash—those sudden outbursts that seem to come out of nowhere right before something good. We’ll explore why it happens, what’s really going on, and how to start protecting your peace even if someone else refuses to change.

This one is especially for the woman who thinks she’s crazy for dreading the moments that are supposed to bring joy. You’re not crazy. You’re waking up.

🎧 Press play to hear:

• What emotional whiplash really is (and what it’s not)

• Small boundary-building moves I made to protect big moments

• Why some people stay stuck—and what you can actually do about it

💬 Know a woman who might need to hear this? Share the episode with her. Your share could be the lifeline she’s been praying for.

📱 Stay Connected: ➡️ Follow me on Instagram: @andyarbie ➡️ Visit my website: www.andyarbie.com/connect ➡️ Questions about working together? Book a discovery call here

Today’s episode is one that I know will stay with you. I’m joined by Lauren from Louisiana—the first guest I’ve had on the show who I met out on the interwebs—and I’ve completely fallen in love with her beautiful faith, her mindful way of sharing her story, and (let’s be honest) her pursuit of the perfect king cake. She’s a mama of four, and in this conversation, she opens up about the silence she once kept around the pain in her marriage, the mixed responses she received when she finally spoke up, and the slow, sometimes lonely process of finding people who could truly enter into what she was experiencing and be the support she needed in the storm. Her story is a beautiful reminder that even just one person who sees and believes you can make all the difference. This is an episode I’d encourage anyone in the Church to hear—there are real opportunities here for awareness, compassion, and hope. Whether you’re walking through your own valley or love someone who is, I pray Lauren’s voice is the lifeline you didn’t know you needed.

📱 Stay Connected: ➡️ Follow me on Instagram: @andyarbie ➡️ Visit my website: www.andyarbie.com/connect ➡️ Questions about working together? book a discovery call: click here

Someone recently asked me how to find a spiritual director, and I shared the best advice I ever got: Even when you think you’ve found the right one, meet with them a few times before you decide.

That wisdom has echoed in so many other areas of life.

Because often, we want clarity before we take action. But what if the clarity only comes after we’ve had the courage to show up, take the next step, and trust the process?

In this episode, I’m sharing the tender truth of what it means to move forward without all the answers—and how transformation unfolds one faithful step at a time.

💫 Want more support as you take your next brave step? • 1:1 Coaching: If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I’d love to work with you personally to help you regain clarity, set healthy boundaries, and move forward in peace. Book a discovery call here.

📱 Stay Connected:

➡️ Follow me on Instagram: @andyarbie ➡️ Visit: www.andyarbie.com/connect ➡️ Have questions? Let’s chat. Book a discovery call

✨ I can’t wait to connect with you and support you on your journey.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a tough topic: when coparenting isn’t working. You may have found yourself stuck in a situation where communication is broken, and cooperation feels impossible. While coparenting is the ideal, it’s not always achievable. So, what do you do when it’s just not working? In this episode, I’ll explore the concept of parallel parenting, how to shift your approach, and what you can do to create a peaceful environment for your kids—even when the other parent isn’t on board. Let’s talk about how you can regain control, set boundaries, and build the peace you deserve.

💫 Want more support in navigating parenting or rebuilding your life after divorce?

• 1:1 Coaching: If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I’d love to work with you personally to help you regain control, set healthy boundaries, and navigate life’s transitions with peace. Book a discovery call here.

• Revival Group Coaching: Inside my Revival program, we dive deep into the skills needed to parallel parent successfully, set effective boundaries, and create lasting peace. If you’re ready to experience transformation alongside a supportive community of women, join us here.

📱 Stay Connected: ➡️ Follow me on Instagram: @andyarbie ➡️ Visit my website: www.andyarbie.com/connect ➡️ Questions about working together? book a discovery call: click here

✨ I can’t wait to connect with you and support you on your journey!