Do you ever feel overwhelmed by fear, anxiety, or the weight of the world? If you’ve been longing for peace but not quite sure how to find it, this episode is your gentle nudge to stop striving and start resting in the truth of who you are: deeply loved and already enough.

In this beautiful and honest conversation, I’m joined by best-selling author Holley Gerth. We talk about her newest book, Prayers for Peace of Mind, and what it looks like to walk through anxiety while still trusting God’s love and guidance. Holley’s wisdom and experience are both comforting and empowering, reminding us that fear is a natural part of doing meaningful work, but it doesn’t get the final say.

Together, we unpack what it means to live authentically, lean into community, and care for our minds and souls in practical, faith-filled ways.

• Fear often shows up when we’re stepping into something important—but it doesn’t have to stop us.

• Embracing your identity as God’s beloved helps calm the noise of comparison and self-doubt.

• Simple practices like deep breathing, worship, and honest prayer can bring peace in stressful moments.

• Community isn’t optional, it’s essential to navigating life’s hardest moments.

• God doesn’t need us to be perfect—He invites us to show up as we are.

Holley shares from her heart (and her counseling background) to offer encouragement for anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about their next step. This episode is a sweet reminder that peace is possible—and it starts with being still and knowing you are His.

Holley Gerth is a best-selling author, podcaster, and life coach with a Master of Science degree in Counseling. She knows firsthand what it’s like to battle anxiety, perfectionism, doubt, and burnout—and how to rise above them with God’s help. Her latest book, Prayers for Peace of Mind, is filled with gentle, grace-filled prompts for reconnecting with God's truth in everyday life.

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