Really Growing Through It

Happy Ayyam-i-Ha!

This episode is high energy so get ready! I've been reflecting on how it can be hard to remember and celebrate Baha'i holidays when living in a Christian-dominant society. Ayyam-i-Ha, especially for those of us without kids, often gets forgotten or minimized in this busy time of year. 2 months after the rush of Christmas and New Years, you may be feeling burnt out or unsure of how (or why) to celebrate Ayyam-i-Ha!

Today I talk about the importance of building Ayyam-i-Ha traditions and putting effort into celebrating it, ideas for how you can bring the Ayyam-i-Ha vibes this year, and I'll discuss why Baha'u'llah has been so clear in giving us "these days outside of time" to be generous and joyful!

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A few years ago I met a woman for coffee who was interested in the Baha’i faith. I think she ended up going to a book 1 and some events, but didn’t end up remaining in the community or declaring.

A few months later, maybe even a year, I saw that she started posting about Jesus and Christianity. he wasn’t religious and I don't think she was raised Christian. But here she was, a devout Christian after being very interested in the Baha'i Faith. It made me wonder why Christianity was so attractive and not the Baha’i Faith? Obviously this was her spiritual journey, but I've seen this happen before. 

In this podcast I reflect on why the Baha'i Faith is unique from other religions in a way that may make it harder for seekers to easily explore and join the community. 

This episode is for all the young people who haven't peaked in college. 
I share about my unconventional college journey, going to community college and taking a medical withdrawal from school due to cancer. 
I haven't had the true college experince, choosing devotionals over parties and never finding my people at my University.

Let me know if you can relate!

Happy New Year! 
Let's talk about what I'm bringing into 2026 and leaving in 2025 this January. 

Thank you SO much for listening<3 you can find me on instagram @nurturedwithisabel 

Hello friend!
As a senior in college, Breezes of Confirmation hits different. 
Let's talk about pursuing education and careers that honor our talents and passion just like Musonda and Rose teach us. 
How can we ignore the noise of status and materialism that is often the first considerations when choosing our professions. 

I hope you enjoy this episode!  

I am so excited to introduce my bonus episodes!

In between my usual scheduled programming, I am uploading meditation/prayer/reflection episodes. These will range in length, topic, and purpose in order to bring more guided meditations inspired by Baha'u'llah's Writings and Baha'i Prayers.

In this 10 minute meditation, join me in a moment of quiet reflection to listen and receive a prayer, as well as share one yourself. This is a great one if you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed and don't have a lot of time. 
You can hold a moment of peace for just 10 minutes and connect to God<3

Love Y'all! Let me know if you like these bonus meditations!

I have hestitated to make this episode for a little bit because it can be hard to talk to about religion when it comes to laws, judgements, and upholding principles. But I've been having conversations with friends and other Baha'i youth (or those no longer in the Faith) and their difficulty with perfectionist or purity culture in the Faith.

I feel strongly that, while Baha'u'llah has given us laws to help us strive for a perfect and spritual humanity, the way we talk about laws with our children/teens, and with ourselves in our mind is can significantly influence the acceptance and grace we give ourselves or feel from others in walking this spiritual path. 

I hope this podcast resonates with you, friend. And remember that we're all growing through it together<3

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Despite having what I would call "the best summer ever" filled with travel and friends, I personally experienced a significant amount of self-doubt and impostor syndrome, leaving me feeling deeply uncertain about my abilities and incompetent. This period, amplified by my emerging adulthood and the pressures I felt as a young woman—including prospective anxiety about the future and a constant feeling of needing to be perfect—led to much rumination and a cycle of self-criticism. As a Baháʼí, I even struggled with why I felt this way despite my spiritual beliefs. Let's talk about mindfulness and how it's proving to be the answer to the rising tides of anxiety throughout emerging adulthood.

Hello dear friend!
I have been in a small rut (when am I not at this point?) and have recently found habits and mindset shifts to help me become more present and content. The secret? I am accepting the complexity of humans and detaching myself from the consumer expectations of society. Life is more than products, money, and -core. Let's explore your complexity and potential by reflecting on the documentary I am Pauli Murray and building habits that connect you with your true self.

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youtube: isabel grace

Episode Summary: 
For the past couple of years, I've been diving deep into a spiritual topic that isn't discussed enough: angels, the next world, and departed souls. I'm don't mean in a woo-woo or superstious way, but rather in tapping into what 'Abdu'l-Bahá describes as "the divine confirmation and heavenly powers". In this episode, I'm sharing how I've personally been feeling the power of the next world and the angels in my daily life, allowing me to more deeply see confirmations and draw on my intuition, fostering a greater trust in God and the universe. Join me as I explore how this profound connection can bring guidance and a sense of protection, even in the most everyday situations, and how you can start to lean into this powerful spiritual aid yourself.