Authentically Amber: Navigating Life's Anxious Moments & Everything In-Between

Episode 14: Scrupulosity and the Christian Mind – Interview with Tori Peyton Description: Being a young adult is hard enough—but what happens when your faith becomes one more thing to obsess over? In this raw and hopeful conversation, Tori Peyton shares what it’s like to navigate adulthood with OCD, PTSD, an eating disorder, and scrupulosity—a form of OCD tied to religious fear and shame. If you’v...

Episode 13: “What Am I Even Doing With My Life?” — Purpose, Pressure & the In-Between - Solo Description: Ever stare at the ceiling at night and wonder, What am I even doing with my life? Like… what’s the plan here, God? Where am I headed? Since leaving my teaching job to write full-time, I’ve felt this way often. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the “in-between”—between what was and what’s next—t...

Episode 12: The Summer I Turned Confused: Love, Expectations & Anxiety – Solo Description: Have you ever finished a show and thought, Why isn’t my love life like that? Same. For the past few weeks, I’ve been watching The Summer I Turned Pretty —and let me tell you, I’ve got all the feels. This Belly, Jeremiah, and Conrad love triangle has stirred something in me, not just as a viewer, but as a...

Episode 11: Adulting in the Modern World — with Hannah Reager, LPC Description: Let’s face it. Adulting is hard. Between paying bills, managing anxiety, realizing no one taught you how to do taxes, and figuring out relationships, it’s no wonder so many of us feel confused, overwhelmed, and burdened. In this episode, I sit down with licensed Christian counselor Hannah Reager, LPC, to talk about wha...

Episode 9: From Campus to Career – Navigating the Real World After Graduation— Interview with Ian Hudson Description: Graduating from college is a major milestone—but what happens when the cap and gown come off and you're still unsure who you are or where you're headed? In this episode of Authentically Amber , I sit down with Ian Hudson to talk about the messy, beautiful, and often overwhelming tr...

Episode 10: Stay in Your Lane: Adulting and Comparison – Finding Peace in Your Own Journey -Solo Description: It’s easy to compare yourself to others—especially when it feels like everyone else has it all together. But what if God never asked you to run their race? In this solo episode of Authentically Amber , we’re diving into what it looks like to stay in your lane, trust God’s unique plan, and...

Episode 8: Adulting in the Digital Age: The Struggle of Constant Connectivity- Solo Finding Peace, Purpose, and Presence in a World That’s Always “On” Description: Have you ever felt like your phone is running your life? Between nonstop notifications, endless emails, and the pressure to stay “always available,” digital overload is real—and it’s leaving many of us drained, distracted, and spiritual...

Episode 5: Why OCD Is Not Your Punch Line: Let’s Talk About It- Interview with Ben Johnson An Honest Conversation About Mental Health, Faith, and Compassion Description: Has anyone ever told you you're “so OCD” just because you like things clean or organized? Spoiler alert: OCD isn’t a quirk or a punch line—it’s a serious mental health condition. In this special episode, I’m joined by my husband,...

Episode 7 : Why Adulting Feels Like Fake It Till You Make It – Solo Description: Adulting can feel like a never-ending game of pretending to have it all together. But what if no one really has it all figured out? In this episode, Amber talks about the pressures of adulting, feeling like an imposter, and the messy reality of being in your 20s and 30s while still figuring things out. She also shares...

Episode 6: Embarrassing Moments with Amber — The Day I Faceplanted in the Front Office: Finding Faith (and Laughter) in Unplanned Moments Description: Let’s just say my first year of teaching taught me a lot—like how not to pass out in the front office in front of your coworkers, the AAA guy, and your mom. In this lighthearted episode, I’m sharing one of my most embarrassing moments—complete with...

Episode 4: The Guilt of Taking Care of Yourself: Is Self-Care Biblical? - Solo Description: As Christians, we’re taught to love others and put them first, but what happens when we feel guilty for taking time for ourselves? In this episode, Amber Ginter Johnson explores the concept of self-care from a biblical perspective, discussing how caring for your body, mind, and spirit isn’t selfish but nece...

Episode 3: Faith, Doubt, and the Journey: Is It Okay to Question God? - Solo Description: Many of us were taught that doubt has no place in faith. But what if it’s not the absence of doubt that strengthens our faith, but how we navigate it? In this episode, Amber Ginter Johnson explores the beauty of wrestling with questions, fears, and doubts, and how it’s okay (and even necessary) to allow yours...

Episode 2: Anxious but Adulting: Is Anxiety a Sin? (And Other Hot Topic Q’s) - Solo Description: Have you ever wondered if anxiety is a sin? Or if depression means you lack faith? In this episode, Amber Ginter Johnson dives into some tough questions surrounding mental health and Christianity. Together, we’ll tackle myths about anxiety and depression in the church, explore biblical truths, and disc...

Episode 1: Why You Can Love Jesus and Still Struggle — Breaking the Silence on Mental Health (Solo) Description: Let’s be honest—being a Christian doesn’t mean you won’t struggle with mental health. In this powerful solo episode, we’re breaking the silence around mental health in the Church. If you’ve ever felt like your faith isn’t strong enough because you're dealing with anxiety, depression...

Hi, friends! Welcome to Authentically Amber , a podcast for anyone navigating the rollercoaster of adulting and living out their faith in a messy world. Join me, Amber Ginter Johnson, for raw, honest conversations on life’s challenges—from mental health and faith to practical wisdom for everyday living—all designed to help you grow, heal, and thrive. Whether you're facing change, struggling with a...