Rhythms That Restore

Episode 64: Health, Habits and Having a Heart for Jesus with Pam Shaw

In this powerful episode, host Cherisse Hixson welcomes mentor, Leadership Maximizer, Entrepreneur, Winning Strategist & Speaker Pamela Waldrop Shaw to discuss the sacred territory of our Identity, Habits, Health, and what it looks like to have a whole hearted surrender to Jesus. Pam shares wisdom gained through decades of developing women, building businesses, and encouraging others to live fully in their God-given potential.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Spiritual Rhythms: Pam emphasizes the importance of daily habits that draw us closer to God, including early morning quiet time, listening prayer, journaling, weekly church fellowship, and working toward understanding the true meaning of Sabbath.
• The Power of Discipline: "When you have discipline in one area, it will bleed over. It will impact another area." Pam explains how establishing discipline in one area makes creating discipline in others much easier.
• Getting It in the Whisper: Pam shares how learning to recognize God's voice in the whisper rather than waiting for Him to shout has transformed her life and decision-making.
• Identity in Christ: "When God is enough, you are enough." Pam discusses the freedom that comes from understanding your true identity in Christ rather than comparing yourself to others.
• Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: Our spiritual, mental, and physical health are all connected. Pam shares practical habits for stewarding our bodies as God's temple, including nutrition, movement, and preparation.

Memorable Quotes:

• "The Lord will delay a certain outcome or reward because either I wasn't ready or the people who were going to be part of that were not ready."
• "Before acting on an emotion or thought, ask yourself: Will this support the life I'm trying to create and the person I want to become?"
• "When he is enough, you are enough."
• "Getting it in the whisper means something different to me now because I've learned how to recognize who that whisper is—the Lord."
• "You cannot change anything until you change something you do every single day."

Practical Application:

• Start your day with intentional quiet time with God before checking phones or devices
• Practice journaling prayers and listening for God's responses
• Prepare the night before by setting out items needed for morning routines
• Respect the hours of your day by "framing" your mornings and evenings
• Make conscious choices about nutrition and movement as stewardship of God's temple

Connect with Pam Shaw:

• Instagram: @PamelaShaw
• LinkedIn: @pamelawaldropshaw
• Facebook: @allthingspamelashaw
• Get your 90 Day Planner & Prayer Journal: Website: PamelaShawPink.com
• YouTube: Pamela Shaw
• www.pamelashaw.pink

Resources Mentioned:

• 90-Day Design Your Life Live Your Vision Planner
• Prayer Journal
• "The Sabbath" by Abraham Heschel
• Dr. Caroline Leaf's work on mindset and brain health
• "Living Fearless" by Jamie Winship

Head over to www.cherissehixson.com and join our Email List after hearing this weeks episode with Pam Shaw and be entered to WIN 2 Giveaways from Pam Shaw "90 Day Planner" & "Prayer Journal". Enter your name and email and you'll be entered to WIN and also recieve addtional tips, tools and rhythms from this episode with Pam that you will love to use as your restore your soul this month.

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"You Might Need Rest IF" with Betsy Pendergrass

In this soul-refreshing episode of Rhythms That Restore, Cherisse sits down with writer and artist Betsy Pendergrass to explore the countercultural invitation of rest in a world that worships productivity. Betsy shares her transformative journey of taking a sabbatical year after her 49th birthday and how that experience reshaped her understanding of rest, creativity, and identity in Christ.

In This Episode:

• Betsy reveals how a year of intentional rest healed her body and unleashed her creativity after decades of constant activity
• The biblical foundation for working FROM rest rather than working UNTIL rest
• Why giving yourself permission to create without productivity goals can reawaken joy
• How to discern God's voice amid the noise of life
• Practical ways to introduce Sabbath rhythms into your family life
• The unexpected growth that comes through wilderness seasons
• Why our culture's obsession with busyness is contrary to God's design

Special Announcement:

Mark your calendars! Betsy will be in Memphis on Saturday, July 19th for a special "Discovering Beauty Creatives Workshop" at Cherisse's home from 9AM-Noon. Email us for more information and to reserve your spot!

Connect with Betsy:

• Website: BetsyPendergrassArt.com
• Instagram: @BetsyPendergrassArt

Connect with Cherisse:

• Instagram: @RhythmsThatRestore
• Connect & Sign up for Emails from Cherisse at www.cherissehixson.com
• Subscribe to never miss an episode!
• Leave a review to help other women discover these restoring rhythms

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 11:28-30 - "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

Rhythms That Restore is a podcast for women who are weary from the constant pace and pull of life and are looking for ways to restore, rest, and renew their souls in Jesus and His word and presence.

In this episode, Cherisse welcomes her longtime mentor Linda Toupin to discuss simplifying our faith and making choices that restore our souls in a complex world. Episode Highlights:

• Linda shares her upbringing on a dairy farm in southeastern Kentucky and how it shaped her strong work ethic and faith foundation
• The concept of mental "creases" - how our brains form pathways based on repeated thoughts and how we can create new, healthier patterns
• Linda's personal journey through an unexpected divorce and how forgiveness became her pathway to healing
• Practical advice for rediscovering your authentic self when you've lost touch with who you are
• How to simplify your faith journey and avoid making it complicated with excessive rules
• The power of "dilution" - balancing life's chaos with positive influences
• Finding what "puts Joy in your JOY Jar" as a guide for making choices

Guest Bio: Linda Toupin has mentored thousands of women since beginning her career in 1983. She retired in 2020 and is a Speaker, Teacher, Mentor and Strategist helping women around the globe step into their gifting. She now hosts her own podcast, "Common Sense Choices." Quotes: "The choices I make today determine my tomorrow." "I am where I am by the choices I have made or I have allowed others to make for me." "Your faith should be the simplest thing in your life." "Hate, bitterness and anger destroys the vessel that holds it." Resources:

• Listen to Linda's podcast "Common Sense Choices" on Spotify and Apple
• Follow Linda & Sign Up for her Email List: www.lindatoupin.com
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/LindaToupinEducator
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindatoupin
• Common Sense Choices on You Tube: https://bit.ly/ChoicesPod
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindatoupin/

Connect with Cherisse: Follow on Instagram @RhythmsThatRestore and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Cherisse and join in on the journey together learning new rhythms that can restore us every day at www.cherissehixson.com Rhythms That Restore - Learning rhythms that restore our minds, hearts, bodies and spirits and allow us to walk confidently in who God has called us to be.

In this episode, Cherisse welcomes her longtime mentor Linda Toupin to discuss simplifying our faith and making choices that restore our souls in a complex world.

Episode Highlights:

• Linda shares her upbringing on a dairy farm in southeastern Kentucky and how it shaped her strong work ethic and faith foundation
• The concept of mental "creases" - how our brains form pathways based on repeated thoughts and how we can create new, healthier patterns
• Linda's personal journey through an unexpected divorce and how forgiveness became her pathway to healing
• Practical advice for rediscovering your authentic self when you've lost touch with who you are
• How to simplify your faith journey and avoid making it complicated with excessive rules
• The power of "dilution" - balancing life's chaos with positive influences
• Finding what "puts joy in your joy jar" as a guide for making choices

Guest Bio:

Linda Toupin has mentored thousands of women since beginning her career in 1983. She retired in 2020 and now hosts her own podcast, "Common Sense Choices." Linda is mother to Dr. Neil (pediatric neurologist) and Katie (musician known as "Candy Jenkins").

Quotes:

"The choices I make today determine my tomorrow."

"I am where I am by the choices I have made or I have allowed others to make for me."

"Your faith should be the simplest thing in your life."

"Hate, bitterness and anger destroys the vessel that holds it."

Resources:

• Listen to Linda's podcast "Common Sense Choices" on Spotify and Apple
• Follow Linda & Sign Up for her Email List: www.lindatoupin.com 
• Check out Katie Toupin Music as "Candy Jenkins" on Spotify
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/LindaToupinEducator 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindatoupin 
• Common Sense Choices on You Tube: https://bit.ly/ChoicesPod 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindatoupin/ 

Connect with Cherisse:

Follow on Instagram @RhythmsThatRestore and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Cherisse and join in on the journey together learning new rhythms that can restore us every day at www.cherissehixson.com 

Rhythms That Restore - Learning rhythms that restore our minds, hearts, bodies and spirits and allow us to walk confidently in who God has called us to be.

From Survival To Surrender: Finding Peace in Your Busy Seasons Episode Description

In this heartfelt conversation, I'm joined by K.T Martin, a life and business breakthrough coach who helps go-getters with big hearts find their peaceful pace. K.T shares her journey from a difficult childhood to successful entrepreneur, and the profound "Great Awakening" that transformed her approach to life after losing four family members in just 13 months.

K.T reveals how she moved from a survival mindset to one of surrender and peace, offering practical spiritual rhythms that restore our souls when we feel overwhelmed by life's constant demands. Learn how to interrupt automated responses through intentional pauses, discover the power of Scripture-based breathing techniques, and understand why creating capacity in our overstimulated lives is essential for walking in God's calling.

This episode is perfect for women caught in the cycle of busyness who desire to shift from merely surviving to truly surrendering to God's better rhythms.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How to recognize when you're operating in survival mode rather than surrender
• The power of pausing to interrupt automated responses and patterns
• Why checking your heart motivation matters more than checking tasks off your list
• Simple spiritual rhythms like Scripture breathing that calm your nervous system
• The importance of 20 minutes of daily movement for physical and mental well-being
• How to reduce digital consumption and create more capacity in your life
• The invitation Jesus extends to each of us to "pick up our mat" and choose a new path

About KT Martin

• Life and business breakthrough coach helping go-getters find their peaceful pace
• Creator of the Victory Framework and Five Weeks to Freedom program
• Adventure-seeking free spirit and homeschool mama
• Describes herself as a "joy-filled simplicity queen" (owns just one suitcase of clothing!)
• Follow her on Instagram: @k.t._martin

Notable Quotes

"Death taught me how to live." - KT Martin

"So often we are operating in this mode to just get through, get by, survive day in, day out... and that becomes the rhythm." - KT Martin

"The pace and the pattern is no longer working." - KT Martin

Listener Reflection Question

What invitation is God extending to you today, and are you responding with limitations or faith?

Remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a friend who might need these rhythms of restoration!

Join our community and get a weekly dose of Rhythms That Restore, info on our upcoming R & R Gatherings and Giveways delivered to your inbox each week. Head over to www.cherissehixson.com and subscribe to our email list.

_*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5"> Episode 60: Finding Joy and Purpose Through Obedience with Krystal Hunsucker _*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5"> About Our Guest

Krystal Hunsucker is a vibrant woman of faith who brings energy and authenticity to everything she does. Here's a little more about her:

• Boy mom to two sons (ages 5 and 9)
• Mary Kay Sales Director since 2002 (working her business for 25 years)
• Professional emcee and public speaker
• Passionate about worship music and singing
• Lives in McKinney, Texas with her husband Brad and their two sons

Krystal grew up in Abilene, Texas before finishing high school and college in Oklahoma (she's a proud Sooner!). She loves makeup, fashion, sparkles, and her signature "color" is literally color – she embraces brightness in all aspects of life!

Episode Highlights: Rhythms That Restore

In this special one-year anniversary episode, Krystal shares how she's discovered rhythms that restore her mind, heart, body, and spirit through various seasons of life. Her story beautifully illustrates how finding peace and joy through obedience to God creates sustainable rhythms of rest and renewal.

Finding Her Purpose Early

At just 21-22 years old, Krystal read "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren, which helped her identify her life's purpose: "to lead and inspire and encourage women." This purpose has guided her life's direction, and she's seen how God has consistently placed her in positions to fulfill this calling.

Daily Rhythms That Restore

Krystal maintains her spiritual growth and finds daily restoration through:

• Following The Bible Recap (she's in her third year using it)
• Leading Bible study
• Weekly church attendance
• Worship music that realigns her heart
• Teaching her boys by example
• Finding quiet time in her car (her "peace filling spot")
• Viewing each day as an opportunity for "daily bread" rather than trying to plan too far ahead

Her Faith Journey

While Krystal grew up in church, she experienced a powerful "wrangling" moment during her junior year of college. She had drifted from her spiritual foundation and was in an unhealthy relationship when her boyfriend unexpectedly suggested attending a Shane & Shane concert. There, she had a profound Holy Spirit encounter that left her in tears throughout the concert. A week later, she ended the relationship, and "everything changed" in her life.

Lessons in Obedience and Surrender

Krystal shared powerful examples of how obedience to God has blessed her life:

• Dating journey: She remained patient and selective for over 10 years, writing out Proverbs 31 with her name in it, creating a detailed list of qualities she sought in a partner, and going on many first dates while being obedient to not "waste time with the wrong person"
• She met her husband Brad on a blind date at age 33 and married at 34
• Parenting her youngest son: She described the indescribable blessings that came through fully surrendering and obeying God's guidance

God's Movement in Her Life

Krystal and Brad have been married for almost 11 years and have two sons. She shared a beautiful perspective: "I am truly and honestly feel like I am living my dream," though she sometimes has to remind herself to fully embrace and enjoy this season of life that she worked so hard for.

Advice to Her Younger Self

Although she was blessed with great parents and natural confidence as a child, Krystal would remind her younger self to keep seeking God during seasons of doubt, remembering that "obedience creates peace, even when it's not easy."

Krystal's Challenge to Listeners

"Daily seek Him. I don't know what that looks like for each person but figure out what moves you. On the days you don't feel moved or on the busy days when the day slips by and it's been one or two days since you've dug into the Word, get back to what you know to do. Whether it's worship music, prayer writing, listening to the Bible, reading the Bible, a podcast, or a sermon - there are so many options. Whatever fills your soul with Him, do it and then do it again until on the days you don't, you wake up the following day hungry and ready to return."

Resources Mentioned

• The Bible Recap (Tara-Leigh Cobble's Bible reading plan and podcast)
• "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren
• John Gordon's work
• John Maxwell's books
• Worship music: "Worthy is the Lamb" and Forrest Frank's "God is Good"
• Shane & Shane's music

Connect with Krystal

Visit: http://vipeurl.com/1rgud3d

Support the Rhythms That Restore Podcast

This episode celebrates the one-year anniversary of the Rhythms That Restore podcast (Episode 60)! The podcast continues its mission of helping listeners learn rhythms that can restore minds, hearts, bodies, and spirits while walking confidently in who God has called them to be.

If this conversation blessed you, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform or share it with friends and family who might need encouragement in finding their own rhythms of rest and renewal in Jesus. Connect with us anytime on www.cherissehixson.com and sign up for our Email List and stay up to date on Episode, New Rhythms and our next R & R Gatherings.

"May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He make His face to shine upon you. May you know that if God is for you, who can be against you? With God on your side, whom shall you fear? May you be like a tree that is planted by rivers of living water, that your leaf will not wither, and whatsoever you do, it shall prosper." - Krystal's blessing to listeners

_*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5"> "One Year of Saying Yes: A Journey of Faith and Restoration"

Join Cherisse as she celebrates the one-year anniversary of Rhythms That Restore! In this heartfelt episode, she reflects on her unexpected path to podcasting, the false narratives she had to overcome, and how God has faithfully guided every step of this journey.

Cherisse shares the powerful lesson that has transformed her life: "He is enough, and therefore I am enough." Like Abraham, Moses, and other biblical figures who felt inadequate, she discovered that God doesn't need us to be enough—He simply needs our "yes." She reveals how this podcast began from a place of curiosity and developed through divine connections, including her mentorship with podcaster Wren Robbins and the invaluable support of her friend Liz Krol.

This anniversary episode, coinciding beautifully with Holy Week, explores how saying "Here I am, Lord" with open hands creates space for God to work in extraordinary ways. Cherisse shares how Psalm 91:1 has been her anchor throughout the year, reminding her to dwell in the shadow of the Almighty.

Whether you're wrestling with feelings of inadequacy, searching for purpose, or simply needing the reminder that God meets us in our weakness, this celebration of faithfulness will inspire you to take your next brave step forward.

Connect with Cherisse:

Instagram@RhythmsThatRestorePodcast

Visit cherissehixson.com to explore our newly launched website!

Sign up for our weekly emails to receive thoughtful reflections and invitations to upcoming events directly in your inbox. These aren't just another notification—they're designed to be a moment of refreshment in your busy day, something you'll want to print out and keep by your Bible and journal as a guide for your quiet time with God.

Follow along on Instagram @cherissehixson01 for daily encouragement and updates on future rest retreats and gatherings. Thank you for being part of this community seeking rest, renewal, and a deeper walk with Jesus.

In this heartwarming episode of "Rhythms That Restore," our lovely host Cherisse Hixson warmly invites you to explore the theme of "Emptying ourselves" as a path to spiritual growth, especially as we prepare for the sacred time of Holy Week.

Drawing gentle wisdom from Jim Branch's inspiring book "Emptying: A Lenten Journey," Cherisse lovingly highlights the beauty of creating space for God by releasing the distractions and busyness that often fill our lives. She warmly encourages you to reflect on what you might let go of to nurture a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Jesus.

Cherisse is also thrilled to share the launch of her new website - cherissehixson.com - Launching Friday April 11th and warmly invites you to click JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST become part of her community, where you can join in on a delightful giveaway.

Be sure you hop over to our website on Friday April 11th - Click Join our Email List - and enter your info to be entered to WIN "JUST REST" by Melanie Redd a 90 Day Devotional Journal.

Drawing will be on Monday April 14th - stay tuned to our Instagram @RhythmsThatRestorePodcast for news on who our winner will be.

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Tools, Websites, and Links

• "Website Launch on Friday April 11th - www.cherissehixson.com
• "Instagram Follow us at @RhythmsThatRestorePodcast
• "Email List Sign-Up" for your weekly dose of encouragement, tools on rest

Books

• ""Just Rest" by Melanie Redd": - Find Melanie Redd and her Books on Amazon
• ""Emptying: A Lenten Journey" by Jim Branch": "00:04:51"
• ""The Bible"" Mark 10:17

Songs

• ""Want" by Abbie Gamboa UPPER ROOM

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Our ONE YEAR - ONE DAY Rest Retreat is SOLD OUT! We have had such a overwhelming response to our Invitation to join us and REST together in Gods presence. Please know that we are working behind the scenes to have more opportunities to invite you over, around the table and into a space to allow you to pause, rest and just BE. Stay tuned to your email for our next events.

Sign Up for our Email List at www.cherissehixson.com on Friday April 11th when website launches

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Connect with Cherisse at www.cherissehixson.com Join our FB Podcast Community Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: [email protected] Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01 https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," Cherisse has a conversation on REST with guest & Best Selling Author Melanie Redd. Melanie shares her wisdom she has learned in her journey and as she wrote "Just Rest: A 90-Day Devotional Journey,".

We discuss the vital themes of rest, simplicity, and creating space for God. We explore the challenges we all face in prioritizing rest amidst cultural pressures and the misconception that busyness equates to worthiness.

Melanie shares her journey of writing over 9 books to help others grow in their personal walk with the Lord. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, walking with friends that are ahead of you in life, in the same season and then those who are a season behind you that you can pour into through intentional living. The episode encourages listeners to embrace rest as a sacred practice essential for spiritual, mental, and emotional well-being.

Connect with Melanie Redd:

101 Ways to Rest Digital DownLoad https://melanieredd.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/101-Ways-to-experience-more-rest.pdf

www.melanieredd.com

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://melanieredd.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melaniemredd/

Facebook: Melanie Redd

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Melanie-M.-Redd/author/B00L8JWALY?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Books

• Just Rest: A 90 Day Devotional Journey: "00:03:10"
• Live in Light: Five Minute Devotional for Teen Girls: "00:04:55"
• A Nighttime Devotional for Teen Girls: "00:05:08"
• All Things Are Possible: How to Win Your Child's Heart for Life: "00:05:13"
• Stepping Closer to the Savior: "00:05:13"
• Help! I Need Some Friends: "00:05:13"
• Ordinary Women, Extraordinary God: "00:05:28"
• Devotional for Women in Their 20s: "00:17:26"
• Help! I Need Friends: "00:50:03"

Quotes

• John Piper Quote: "00:12:42"
• "You can't pour from an empty cup.": "00:46:27"
• "He will keep us in perfect peace when we keep our minds fixed on him.": "00:59:22"
• "Keep looking up.": "01:00:00"

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"Rhythms That Restore ONE YEAR: ONE DAY Rest Retreat" Podcast Anniversary

We are celebrating one year of God's faithfulness in building this podcast community with a "ONE DAY REST RETREAT" at Cherisse's Home on Saturday April 26th, 2025. We are pressing "pause" on all the hustle of life and joining together for one day to just REST. To allow ourselves a moment to reflect over this last year. Allowing our bodies, minds, hearts and souls to settle. Giving ourselves a space to lean into God's word and His presence. To create space for God to restore & refresh our spirits. You are invited to join in beside Cherisse for this ONE Year ONE Day Retreat. ******* ONLY 1 spot left******* Click to join Waitlist.

Click Below to REGISTER:

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Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: [email protected] Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01 https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," Cherisse welcomes her friend Christy Dunn.

Christy is the Founder & CEO of Awaken Personal & Professional Development, where she helps individuals discover their strengths, build confidence, and step fully into their purpose. With over two decades of leadership experience, she has a passion for empowering others through strategy, communication, and mentorship.

She spent 21 years leading a top-performing sales team, sharpening her skills in training, leadership, and vision casting. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Western Kentucky University, but her true calling is in guiding others to personal growth, faith, and fulfillment.

Born and raised in South Central Kentucky, she now calls Huntsville, Alabama, home, where she loves life on the Tennessee River with her husband, Frank. She enjoys boating, traveling, entertaining, and spending time with our family of five children, three daughters-in-law, and nine energetic grandchildren.

Her faith is the foundation of my life, and she is committed to daily "rhythms" that restore her mind, body, and spirit—early mornings spent reading, journaling, and walking while listening to sermons or podcasts. She have seen the power of obedience and surrender in my own journey, from stepping into deeper authenticity in my marriage to releasing the need for titles and societal expectations.

Her message to you our listeners today? "Learn to trust that inner voice. The Holy Spirit is always speaking—sometimes we just need to quiet the noise to hear Him clearly."

Connect wtih Christy Dunn via email: [email protected]

• https://www.facebook.com/christy.h.dunn/
• https://www.instagram.com/christyhawkinsdunn/
• https://www.facebook.com/awakenandaccelerate/
• https://www.instagram.com/awakenandaccelerate/

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"Rhythms That Restore ONE YEAR: ONE DAY Rest Retreat" Podcast Anniversary

We are celebrating one year of God's faithfulness in building this podcast community with a "ONE DAY REST RETREAT" at Cherisse's Home on Saturday April 26th, 2025. We are pressing "pause" on all the hustle of life and joining together for one day to just REST. To allow ourselves a moment to reflect over this last year. Allowing our bodies, minds, hearts and souls to settle. Giving ourselves a space to lean into God's word and His presence. To create space for God to restore & refresh our spirits. You are invited to join in beside Cherisse for this ONE Year ONE Day Retreat. ******* ONLY 1 spot left******* Click to join Waitlist.

Click Below to REGISTER:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOiCjrWJK5IlOuBPohICS7PwhHf4rwu2D8nilBhI2Q_kO9DQ/viewform?usp=sharing

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Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: [email protected] Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01 https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr