On Today's episode of the Growth & Grace podcast I do something that thought I would NEVER do! I'm sharing a sermon I preached at this year's Longest Night Service. The Longest Night service is a time and space to acknowledge that during this Christmas season of joy, not everyone feels joyful. For a lot of us, especially this year, the holidays feel empty and full of grief. If you have been struggling or know someone who has been struggling, then episode is for you!

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We talk about how to care for yourself physically. As a culture, we are even more open to talking about how to care for yourself emotionally. But how are you doing spiritually? At the core of who you are, how is it with your soul? On today's episode I talk about what Soul Care is and what you can do to start that journey! This is important work y'all. Please reach out if you have any questions.

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We are not getting where we want to go, but we don't know why! It seems like life is going well for everyone else...am I right? Have you thought this to yourself? The reality is, we get in our own way. We self-sabotage and it keeps us from achieving the life we dream about. In this episode, I unpack 3 ways that you might be self-sabotaging. Let me tell you, I needed to hear them! I think they will speak to you as well!

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This is a special episode of the Growth & Grace podcast. Today I talk with one of my best friends from college, and she shares the journey she has been on the last year. It is real. It is vulnerable. It is inspiring. It is brave. It is the power of grief and vulnerability and purpose and community. Seriously, grab a tissue- you're going to need it! We are getting a front row seat to something incredible!

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Are you feeling drained? Overwhelmed? Like you can't do one more thing? A little over a year ago I was feeling stressed and exhausted, but I couldn't pin point why. That is when I first learned about the Mental Load! If you have a never ending to-do list and don't know how to articulate what you need, then this episode might be just what you're looking for!

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Deep down in my soul, I believe that everyone is creative. We have the ability to try new things, solve problems, to be innovative and to take risks. In today's episode I talk about what creativity is beyond 'art box' we put it in. If you're looking for a new coping skill, a little encouragement, and the push to do something new... this episode is for you!

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What would the world look like if we had more compassion for other people, for ourselves? In today's episode I talk about what compassion is and what it looks like. I give some practical examples about how to have compassion for other people, but I also talk a lot about how to have compassion for yourself. Struggling is part of the human experience. We could all use a little compassion.

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Trust is the foundation of relationships, and once trust is broken it is really hard to get it back! In today's episode, I unpack both the emotional and logical aspects of trust. What is holding you back from building trust when you want to? And finally, what are the things you can do today to start that journey?

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Have you ever hit a wall? Felt overwhelmed? Unable to control your emotions? Unsure how to fix a problem? Go ahead, raise your hand. We all have! That is why coping skills are so important. In today's episode I talk about the two main tips of coping skills and give some very practical examples that you can start to implement today!

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The idea and act of embracing beauty is something that I am super passionate about! The fact that so many people struggle with seeing the beauty in the world, in others and especially in themselves is heartbreaking. In today's episode I share a story about my grandmother, and give a pep talk. It's a little more personal than normal... but trust me, you NEED to hear this!

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