The Honest Pod

In Episode 8, Karrie invites Dr. Christy Bauman onto The Honest Pod to continue the topic of grief and talk in depth about what it actually looks like to experience grief with ourselves, God and others.  Christy explains that when the feeling of grief arises within ourselves it is a gift to be able to release that pain through tears. The tears allow grief to move out of our bodies and she touches...

In this week’s podcast session, Karrie discusses the second step of healing which often comes after we have brought our story to light. It is a period of grieving.  There is no unspoken timeline when grief needs to be resolved. We are always grieving. Grief is a part of our everyday life. But when we grieve in a God given way it moves us through the trauma and hurt, and it allows for us embrace pe...

In Episode 5, Karrie named the first step to healing involves connection with our own story. This week, Karrie is joined by Cathy Loerzel, one of the co-founders of the Allender Center, as well as an author, speaker, and story work coach, to continue the discussion of using story work as a tool for healing and how reconnecting to our story can lead us back to our true self .  When do we know we ne...

The First Step to Healing From the day we are born, we were created to be connected to God and to others throughout our lives. So of course it’s no surprise that the first step to healing involves connection!  In Episode 5, Karrie shares a recent story as an example of how patterns often resurface, even at the most unexpected times. Like the day Karrie found herself on a bench with two friends won...

When Your Body Tells A Story You Can’t Ignore With Tori Hein “No matter what I achieved it never felt like I was doing enough.” Our first Honest Pod guest, Tori Hein, Director of Strategy and Marketing for Freedom Movement, shares her honest journey with being stuck in the cycle of doing more. Tori reflects over the past five years how walking through painful parts of her story with God has brough...

What You Can’t Remember, Still Remembers You Have you ever had one of those HUGE reactions to a small event and wondered where it came from? In Episode 3, Karrie reflects on a story from childhood that was embedded deeply in her memory. So much so that one evening a silly event with her son and husband engages her implicit memory and she shares her very honest reaction.  What is implicit memory an...

When the Map is Missing Karrie returns for episode 2 jumping back into thoughts around our past stories and how they keep us stuck. Karrie reflects on how she and her husband find themselves at a crossroads while in the midst of a housing crisis and COVID on the rise. What effect does past experiences have on their response and how do they move forward?  Karrie explains the effects of trauma on th...

Karrie is back with a new season of The Honest Pod and she reflects on how much the podcast has been an integral part of the greater mission of Freedom Movement. Karrie leads Freedom Movement organization and its mission to create safe places that foster healing, hope, and the courage to love who God created you to be. Karrie started the nonprofit in 2014 with the understanding that every single o...

In today's episode, Karrie returns to the Honest Pod after a hiatus, sharing her transformative experiences during a sabbatical that coincided with her 50th birthday. She reflects on the importance of Story Work in healing generational wounds and breaking cycles of pain. Karrie emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's past to achieve true freedom and encourages listeners to embrace their stor...

This week on the REPLAY we share an interview with Karrie and Andi Andrew, a fantastic author and pastor! She shares about the heart and honest stories that birthed her newest book "Friendship — It’s Complicated." As we all know, friendship is difficult but so necessary! This interview offers practical tools for improving and healing friendships. Andi Andrew is the author of "She Is...

REPLAY of the week, talking about friendships and the value in them. Something we talk about a lot on The Honest Pod is our connection to ourselves, God and others. Join us this week as Karrie, Mario, and Allyson share some of their experiences as a friend and being a friend. They also discuss some of the markers for WHEN it’s time to invite a friend into hard seasons and why you should seek that...

In this week's REPLAY, Karrie is joined by friend Tori Hein as they dive into the often overlooked topic of our relationship with our bodies within the context of faith. They explore the history of the church, examining periods of body-centeredness and times when the body was neglected or abused. In the present era, where we are inundated with images of others' bodies, the hosts highlight...

This week on our REPLAY of Episode 77, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making to mark your life. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions...

We're doing a replay of some of our favorite episodes for the summer! Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches. You can find C...

Another fun Question and Answer with Karrie, Cathy, and Shara. In today's episode, they answer the question about seeking healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma. The hosts emphasize the importance of doing the inner work before engaging in conversations with parents, as well as the possibility of healing without their acknowledgment. They also highlight the...

Today Karrie talks with Dr. Christy Bauman as they discuss her book 'Her Rights' and the importance of women embracing their true voice and identity. Dr. Christy explores the concept of rites of passage and how they can help women navigate different seasons of life. The conversation touches on themes of vulnerability, belonging, and the cost of being vulnerable. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the i...

Today's episode is a fun one! We decided to join forces with Cathy and Shara to have a fun Question and Answer time! Together they explore the idea that religion can be used to avoid dealing with personal issues and instead focus on external behaviors and approval. They also discuss the dangers of using religion as a way to earn God's love and belonging, rather than experiencing true heali...

In this special episode, Karrie discusses the importance of truth in our lives and how it sets us free. She emphasizes the need to move beyond surface-level faith and dive into the complexity and nuance of our stories. Karrie explores the disorientation of truth in a fallen world and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us towards truth. She encourages listeners to confront false allegiances and...

In today's episode, Karrie and Kathy discuss the concept of fawning as a coping mechanism is introduced, highlighting the tendency to please others in order to feel safe. The fear of confrontation and the importance of maintaining autonomy in relationships are also discussed. This conversation explores the concept of fawning and its impact on vulnerability. It delves into childhood traumas and...

In this episode, Karrie and Cathy explore the concept of freeze or fawn responses and how they can manifest in different ways, such as feeling stuck or numbing oneself. They also delve into the role of the amygdala in triggering these responses and how our individual stories shape our reactions. Understanding these responses can help us navigate and heal from past traumas. This conversation explor...

In this conversation, Karrie and Cathy discuss the fight and flight responses and how they are influenced by personal experiences and childhood trauma. They share their own phobias and experiences with fight and flight, highlighting the importance of understanding the context in which these responses occur. They emphasize the need for compassion and self-reflection when dealing with the fight resp...

In this conversation, Karrie Garcia and Kathy Loerzel explore the role of the amygdala and hippocampus in regulating emotions and reactions. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding one's own story and tending to the inner child to address reactive behaviors. Overall, they emphasize the need for self-awareness and self-compassion in navigating emotions and relationships. In...

Join Shara and Karrie as they delve into attachment styles and how they impact self-love, love for God, and love for others. The three main attachment styles discussed are anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, and disorganized attachment. In this conversation, Karrie Garcia discusses her experiences with attachment styles and the impact they had on her relationships. She shares her vacillation...

In this episode, they explore how our personal stories and biases impact the way we love others. They emphasize the importance of challenging our biases and creating a safe space for people to share their stories. The conversation highlights the need to love others without judgment and to allow the Holy Spirit to lead people to repentance through kindness. They explore the challenges of breaking d...

In today's episode Karrie is joined by her sister Shara as they explore the themes of radical acceptance, connection to self and God, and the impact of personal stories on how we love and receive love. The conversation also delves into the concept of accessing love from God and the role of suffering in experiencing His presence. They chat through: Self-love and acceptance are important for per...