Spirit Led Life

#44: On today’s episode, I’m going to do an October recap of what has been supporting me in my body, soul and spirit. I’ll be sharing things like a new dental routine I’m practicing, waiting on God and my conviction on making assumptions. 

These are just a few of the things I will be sharing. I hope this episode inspires and encourages you to do your own reflection. 

Let's go to the show.

Key Take-aways:

• 00:08 - October Reflections: Body, Soul, and Spirit
• 01:24 - New Dental Routine Insights
• 06:25 - Launch of Journaling With Jesus Community
• 10:56 - Most Downloaded Episode and Community Feedback
• 12:29 - Freedom Series Insights and Emotional Reflections
• 18:36 - Gratitude and Trust in God's Word

Resources:

• Ep. 5 - How Are You Created in God's Image
• Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums by Nadine Artemis
• Living Libations (where I purchase some of the tools I use)
• The Beauty In Letting Go by Angee Wiser Robertson
• Ep. 41 - Neurodivergence and Creativity: Insights from Art Therapist Zulay Romero
• Ep. 43 - Transform Your Faith: Journaling Together in Unity
• Experience Church Freedom Series
• Instagram Reel I mentioned
• Hungry by Joy Williams

Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s HPS Challenge, take out your journal and spend at least 15 minutes in a quiet space if possible. Take some time to reflect on the month of October for yourself and your three parts, body, soul and spirit and the makeup of each area.

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#43: Today I’m so excited to invite you to something special — something close to my heart. Imagine starting your day, or closing it, by sitting down, opening your journal, and just spending time with Jesus. I’m talking about journaling as a way to connect with God.

And guess what? We’re taking it a step further! I’m inviting YOU to join me on a live Zoom call where we can journal with Jesus together. Yes, that’s right. We’re building a little community, where we can share, reflect, and grow in our faith in a supportive space.

So, stick around as I’ll be sharing what Journaling with Jesus is all about, how it works, and why you don’t want to miss out on this Zoom call!

Let's go to the show...

Key Take-Aways:

• 00:08 -The Journaling Series Finale
• 00:18 - Inviting You to Journal with Jesus
• 00:48 - Building a Community of Faith
• 02:30 - What is Journaling with Jesus?
• 04:51 - The Power of Community in Journaling
• 07:00 - How the Zoom Sessions Will Work
• 11:27 - Sign Up for Journaling with Jesus

Resources:

• Journaling with Jesus Sign-Up
• Ep. 23 Two Way Communication with God - The Foundation
• The Beauty In Letting Go by Angee Wiser Robertson
• Ep. 12 Your Family Dynamics Influence Your View of God with Karen Hauck



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, take out your journals and ask the Holy Spirit about joining these Journaling with Jesus meetings. Write out all your concerns or maybe your excitement with him.

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#42: Join me as I dive into the world of journaling, addressing common questions and concerns surrounding the practice. I'll explore the various types of people who journal, potential pitfalls such as the fear of journaling becoming an idol, and practical tips for finding time to write amidst a busy life.

This episode is perfect for both seasoned journalers and those who have yet to try it, emphasizing that journaling can be a valuable tool for spiritual growth and self-discovery. Tune in as I hope this encourages you to embrace journaling as a means to deepen your relationship with God and explore your thoughts and feelings.

Let's go to the show...

Key Take-Aways:

• 03:00 - Listener Feedback and Previous Episodes Recap
• 07:21 - Exploring Different Enneagram Types in Journaling
• 15:26 - Addressing Journaling as an Idol
• 17:51 - Finding Time to Journal: 12 Practical Tips
• 24:04 - I hate journaling! Why even bother?

Resources:

• Ep. 39 - Journey Through Journaling: Connect with God in New Ways
• Ep. 40 - Navigating Grief Through Journaling with Jessica Boarman
• Ep. 41 - Neurodivergence and Creativity: Insights from Art Therapist Zulay Romero
• Medium Article - Which Approach to Journaling is Right for You?
• One Line a Day Journal
• Jessica Boarman's journal prompt cards



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, take out your journals. Remember in the intro episode of this series I had you review your journaling routine? Now that you’ve listened to this series, what new things have you learned that you would like to implement into your journaling practice?

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#41: Join me along with my friend Zulay Romero as we delve into the transformative world of art journaling and its profound impact on emotional wellness. Zulay, a credentialed art therapist, shares her unique insights on how engaging in art can help individuals process their thoughts and feelings beyond the limitations of words.

Zulay delves into her personal experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD and autism, describing how these labels have empowered her to understand and advocate for herself. We have a conversation about the misconceptions surrounding neurodivergence within religious communities, as Zulay shares her heart to provide support for Christian women navigating similar experiences.

This episode will encourage you to view your unique struggles as opportunities for growth and connection with God, reminding you that your creative expressions can serve as a pathway to healing and understanding.

Key Take-Aways:

• 00:26 -Art Journaling and Neurodivergence with Zulay Romero
• 00:34 - Understanding the Impact of Journaling on Our Brain
• 02:05 - Zulay's Journey with Art and Therapy
• 06:10 - The Importance of Doodling for Focus
• 08:38 - Exploring Neurodivergence and Its Challenges
• 22:53 - The Role of Creativity in Healing
• 22:59 - Art Journaling: Beyond Words
• 41:46 - Practical Tips for Starting Art Journaling

Resources:

• Zulay's Ember Studio Instagram
• Zulay's Ember Studio Website



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, if you are not a journaler, I want to challenge you to maybe try and create a piece of art to express your feelings or thoughts. You can even do a collage like Zulay described.

If you are a pen or pencil to paper or iPad journaler, I want to challenge you to step outside your journaling routine and maybe try an entry drawing, doodling or even collaging.

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#40: October marks National Journal Writing Month. If you’ve been listening to the Spirit Led Life Podcast for a minute, you know I’m passionate about journaling, which I use as a means of communication with God.

Today is the second episode where I will be highlighting the diverse methods and styles of journaling, emphasizing its flexibility. I have a conversation with Jessica Boarman and we delve deep into the transformative power of journaling, particularly in the context of grief and personal growth.

Jessica shares her personal journey, illustrating how journaling became a refuge during her darkest moments, especially after the sudden loss of her brother. Our dialogue showcases various journaling techniques, from simple gratitude lists to deeper reflections, highlighting how these practices can facilitate healing and resilience.

Key Take-Aways:

• 00:32 - Meet Jessica Boarman: Passion for Journaling
• 00:37 - Journaling as an Outlet for Grief
• 00:45 - The Importance of Connection and Community
• 07:19 - How to Start Journaling: Tips and Techniques
• 02:20 - Navigating Emotions Through Journaling
• 15:52 - The Role of Faith in Journaling
• 17:20 - Introducing Journal Prompt Cards
• 23:04 - Jessica’s Journey with Grief and Journaling
• 32:38 - Encouragement for New Journalers
• 40:50 - Closing Thoughts and Reflections

Resources:

• Jessica Boarman's website
• "Waving the White Flag" Blog Post by Jessica Boarman
• JB Journal Decks
• Journaling 101 Guide (scroll down the page)
• Jessica's Social Media Instagram & Facebook



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, take out your journal and find a quiet place if possible and I even encourage those who don’t currently journal. Write and answer this in your journal. How has grief affected your life? Grief of a loved one, loss of a friendship or job or maybe your health. Grief comes in waves. How does that grief come in and out of your life?

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#39: In this engaging podcast episode we'll explore the multifaceted nature of journaling, celebrating its potential to enrich one's spiritual life. I'll introduce the upcoming five-part series dedicated to journaling, inviting you to explore this practice as a means of worship and communication with God. I'll share personal anecdotes, including my transition from traditional journaling to using digital tools like the iPad and Apple Pencil and how this practice has become my primary mode of spiritual communication. With a focus on inclusivity, I know that journaling might not appeal to everyone but I encourage you to explore it as a means to deepen your spiritual connection..

I'll also share upcoming conversations with guests like Jessica Boarman, Zulay Andrea and Jennifer Camp, who will offer diverse perspectives on journaling, from using journal prompt cards to art therapy techniques. I'm passionate about discussing the unique ways journaling can help you process emotions, connect with God, and achieve personal growth.

Key Take-Aways:

• 00:08 - National Journal Writing Month
• 02:02 - The Power of Journaling
• 02:50 - Journaling as a Spiritual Practice
• 03:46 - Journaling in Education and Personal Growth
• 04:45 - Exploring Different Journaling Methods
• 06:15 - Journaling Benefits and Scientific Perspective
• 09:55 - Upcoming Interviews and Series Overview

Resources:

• 12 Ways to Use Your Journal Guide
• National Journal Writing Month website
• Ep 24 - Two Way Communication with God - Still Small Voice & Audible Voice
• Jennifer Camp - Gather Ministries
• Jessica Boarman's website
• Zulay's website
• Angee's email [email protected]



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, take out your journal and find a quiet place if possible and I even encourage those who don’t currently journal. Spend some time reflecting on your journal practice. If you don’t journal, what keeps you from journaling? Write it all out. Don’t censor yourself.

For those who are seasoned journals, what has your journaling process been like lately? Is it thriving, falling a little short, stale? Write down thoughts as to what might be contributing to any of these outcomes.

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#38: In a few days, I will be celebrating my birthday on September 30th. If you’ve been listening to this podcast for at least a month you know every month I do a reflection of the previous month on what supported me body, soul and spirit. 

Instead of doing a monthly reflection in October, I thought I would do something a little different and share 53 ways I’ve seen God show up in my life. Why 53 you ask? Well because that is how old I will be. 

I’ve seen a few things over my 53 years and I’ve been a follower of Jesus longer than I have not. I thought this episode might inspire you especially if you are a new follower of Jesus or maybe you’re in a place like I was many years ago questioning if God even exists.

Let's go to the show.

Resources:

• The Beauty In Letting Go by Angee Wiser Robertson
• Ep. 29 - Two Way Communication with God - Gift of Tongues
• Grace Over Grind by Shae Bynes



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, take out your journal and find a quiet place if possible. I want to encourage you to capture ways you’ve seen God show up in your life. I was recently leading a small group at our church and someone in the group said they don’t like to journal. A few of us in the group shared it is a great way to see what God has done in your life even if you just jot down a few words it is so worth it. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.

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#37: You know how you go to a social gathering and you’re meeting someone you’ve never met before and they ask, “so what do you do?”

The general reply is that I am dot, dot, dot you fill in the blank. The thing is the person is asking us “what do you DO” and we respond, “I AM.”

It would seem that we wrap our identity in our vocation and rightly so I mean we spend the majority of our time at some type of work.

On this episode we are going to explore how we are not our vocation.

Let's go to the show.

Key Take-aways:

• 2:05 - introduction to vocation
• 3:45 - how vocation has been a chew toy for me
• 5:45 - God is our source
• 6:38 - serving God vs. serving people
• 6:55 - being good at something doesn't mean you have to do it forever
• 7:15 - an example of removing something I counted as a source in exchange for God as my source
• 10:00 - God uses everything in our lives
• 10:20 - when your vocation is taken away
• 11:30 - being vs doing
• 13:36 - wrap up

Resources:

• Mary Marantz Instagram Post
• Loop for Women by Jennifer Camp
• The Next Right Thing Podcast
• Spirit Led Life Gear
• The Beauty In Letting Go by Angee Wiser Robertson



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s Heavenly Position System Challenge, I’m going to challenge you to do the same. Take out your journal and find a quiet place if possible. Read Ephesians chapters 1 - 2 and then write down everything those chapters say that you are. There is no right or wrong here. I would challenge you to take 30 minutes for this exercise so you can marinate on what you are reading. Ask Holy Spirit to point out to you how God sees you in these verses.

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#36: Have you ever started something and then wondered if you’d done the right thing? Better yet, you were sure God told you to do something and you start having doubts and wonder if you heard correctly?

This show is for you then. On today’s episode I’m going to talk about not only when we begin to second guess ourselves but when we also start to look for or begin building safety nets just in case we were wrong.

Let's go to the show.

Key Take-aways:

• 1:29 - our minds can deceive us
• 2:23 - sharing what my mind has been fixated on
• 3:04 - a question that was an arrow for me
• 3:46 - safety nets over trusting God
• 4:26 - sharing an entry from my journal
• 6:23 - triggers used by the enemy
• 7:04 - God's invitation to trust Him more over safety nets
• 10:35 - Asking God for encouragement

Resources:

• Ep 14 - March Reflections for Body, Soul & Spirit
• Mary Marantz Instagram Post
• Loop for Women by Jennifer Camp
• How to Walk Into a Room by Emily P. Freeman
• The Next Right Thing Podcast
• Experience Church Sermon - Can I really be free?
• Sue Fulmore



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s HPS Challenge, take out your journal and spend at least 15 minutes in a quiet space if possible. Check in with God and ask Him if there are any safety nets you’ve constructed that He would like to take up for you.

Make sure you don't miss a future episode! You can subscribe to receive email notifications when new episodes release. Visit spiritledlifepodcast.com to sign up.

Want to connect with Angee? You can find her on Instagram @angeewrobertson or at angeerobertson.com

#35: On today’s episode, I’m going to do an August recap of what has been supporting me in my body, soul and spirit. The month of August has been pretty backed. Between doing a 14 day social media fast and going on vacation, I have lots to share.

Today I'll share how I moved in the flow with the Holy Spirit rather than forcing an agenda on our vacation. A question that stopped me and made me pause and have deep consideration. How taking a mental picture can sometimes be enough.

Let's go to the show.

Key Take-aways:

• 2:35 - The Body/5 Senses - Take a mental picture
• 5:57 - The Body/Action
• 7:33 - The Body/Speech
• 8:22 - Soul/Mind
• 15:19 - Soul/Will
• 20:45 - Soul/Emotions
• 23:07 - Spirit/Conscious
• 24:19 - Spirit/Fellowship
• 25:28 - Spirit/Intuition

Resources:

• Ep. 5 - How Are You Created in God's Image
• The 40-Day Social Media Fast by Wendy Speake
• Ep. 32 - A Raw Conversation About Comparison
• Ep. 33 - A Raw Conversation About Loneliness
• Mary Marantz Instagram Post
• The Power of a Praying Woman by Stormie Omartian



Heavenly Position Guidance Challenge:

For this week’s HPS Challenge, take out your journal and spend at least 15 minutes in a quiet space if possible. Take some time to reflect on the month of August for yourself and your three parts, body, soul and spirit and the makeup of each area.

Make sure you don't miss a future episode! You can subscribe to receive email notifications when new episodes release. Visit spiritledlifepodcast.com to sign up.

Want to connect with Angee? You can find her on Instagram @angeewrobertson or at angeerobertson.com