The Breathing Room

By Elizabeth Maxon

The Breathing Room is a place to pause.

Are you tired of living frantic and defeated? Is the mindless busy-ness of this world driving you mad? Do words like slow, simple, and savor sound lovely ... more

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How many episodes does The Breathing Room have?

The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.

The Breathing Room episodes:

July 25, 2020 Exchanging Optimism for Living Hope
Elizabeth unpacks some gleaming truths about HOPE from Psalm 42. If optimism and positive thinking hasn't brought you the peace and joy you've desired, maybe it's time to learn the who, what, and how of "living hope" - a hope that does not disappoint. For more visit breathingroom.life
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32min
June 30, 2020 On Comparison and Community with Richella Parham
On this episode Elizabeth shares the microphone with writer, speaker, and ministry leader, Richella Parham. They discuss how to discern between healthy and unhealthy comparison, as well as the effects social media is having on our identity and well-being, and what we can do in response. This one is guaranteed to leave you feeling lighter! You can find Richella at www.impartinggrace.com and Elizabeth at breathingroom.life
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22min
June 17, 2020 What If We Stopped Trying and Started Training
Do you ever feel like you try SO hard, but some things never change?
What if having a primary posture of 'trying' just makes us (and everyone around us) tired, but if, instead, we focus on 'training' there is a chance for transformation. Be encouraged that sometimes even our most complicated problems have a simple solution. https://breathingroom.life
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10min
June 09, 2020 An Answer for Your Anguish: Poetry & People
On this episode Elizabeth talks poetry, social media breaks, and the importance of community for our development of spiritual practices. For the show notes visit https://breathingroom.life
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24min
March 23, 2020 Sabbath for Beginners
A global pause button has been pushed in response to the coronavirus spreading around world. Elizabeth and husband, Joey, discuss how certain practices have prepared them for this unprecedented time more than any trip to the grocery store ever could (Hint: They need Jesus and inner peace way more than they need toilet paper and chicken!). This might just the perfect opportunity to adopt some new rhythms into your life. The first one they will discuss is a weekly Sabbath and what that looks like for their family. For show notes and to connect with the Maxons visit - https://breathingroom.life
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36min
May 18, 2019 On Marriage and Socks
Elizabeth's husband, Joey, joins her to discuss simple things that make their life and their marriage 1% better. Today - compliments and socks.

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22min
July 29, 2018 How to Be Part of a Movement of God
On this episode, Elizabeth talks with her real life friend, Bette, about the movement of God happening in their community. They share how their individual pieces are coming together with the pieces of others to reveal a beautiful bigger picture. If you have felt a nudging to take a step towards something but you're not sure where that step will lead, today's episode might give you the courage and inspiration you need make that next move. Maybe on the other side of your doubt and fear is a movement of God just wanting for you to enter into it.

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38min
May 09, 2018 Family Adventures (from hospitals to highways)
Families face struggles and celebrations - sometimes all within the same week! On this episode Elizabeth talks a little bit about both. A recent hospital visit for daughter, Lucy, was a struggle but also a gift. Elizabeth explains why. Husband, Joey joins the conversation as the couple shares the story behind their latest family project - a fixer upper fifth wheel! Find out why the Maxon family is hitting the road and how RV renovations and road trips line up with their vision as a family.
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46min
March 15, 2018 Practicing What You Preach
Sometimes we need to kindly tell the world - "Go away." On this episode Elizabeth shares how having a 'break' forced her to take a break and what she learned in the process. After an extended 'breathing room', she offers an honest conversation about the struggle to get out from underneath depression and the thoughts and questions that can help you overcome whatever is feeling heavy in your own life right now.

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19min
November 08, 2017 Finding Freedom from our Phones
Like it or not, our phones are changing us. There are many benefits to the technology we conveniently carry in our back pockets, but what is the negative impact of having all-access, all the time? On today's episode we talk about some simple ways to save our sanity when it comes to cell phones. We also issue a challenge for anyone who wants to regain some freedom and reverse the ways technology is invading our personal relationships and daily living. Lots of practical suggestions and resources in this one!
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22min

FAQs about The Breathing Room:

How many episodes does The Breathing Room have?

The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.