The Stand Strong Podcast

Jesus Christ gives us much to think about in the verses of Mark chapter 6.  Including the guidance to Stop Worrying!  We let our minds spin on what's going to happen in the future when actually no one can predict that 100%.  So why not give the mind a very positive scenario?  In this episode you'll learn several strategies on how to stop worrying and how to start living more in the momen...

Have you ever had an off day where your mood and energy is low?  Create a new "state" of being.  Become more energized, clear thinking and lighten your mood by utilizing five easy tools.   Also mentioned in this podcast: Indigo's Healing Kitchen   https://www.indyycookclub.com  Karri spent a week in Hawaii at a Vibrant Living health retreat (see StacyHarmer.com) where Indigo was a o...

Sister Rebecca Craven in April 2022 General Conference gives us something to really consider: what matters the most.  We learn beautiful life lessons from the experiences we have in life pursuing God's will for us and through our obedience to His word.  Scripture study became the thing that mattered the most many years ago and I love that God showed us a fun way to make that a consistent prac...

I've found that in a group of people it feels more comfortable to talk about cancer than it is to talk about mental health challenges.  And maybe that's okay.  But what if we could create a little more space for that conversation so that more people can find voice to their challenges?  Christ reaches us all in the depth of our seen and unseen sorrows.  

Just like money, amazing families grow on trees.  This week we look at 18 years worth of experiences around the big willow tree in Karri's front yard.  These stories demonstrate different aspects of caring for the tree and how its use has blessed the family.  And the  way you think about your family matters.

A closer look at: Elder Suares October 2021 General Conference talk “The Savior's Abiding Compassion" https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/14soares?lang=eng Recounting the story of Simon and the unnamed woman referred to as a sinner. Simon had a "holier than thou" attitude.  This leads to unjust judging.  And we are in risk of being this way. Chr...

Physical health, especially our gut health, impacts our brain function and moods.  Do you wish you had more energy?  Or that you weren't so moody?  Many of us struggle at times to care for ourselves when we feel like our time and energy needs to go towards our suffering child.  In this episode of Stand Strong you'll learn some of the best news about your mood and that simple strategies w...

Daughter who works with children with autism and her immediate unrestricted love for them. God is Almighty and loves us, His children 100%. Unconditional love is possible for God and we strive to love more because it feels good.   October 2021 General Conference talk quotes with valuable insights into God's love.

This story is a snippet into my life focused primarily on mental health challenges and first experiencing depression as a teenager.