Trauma Healing for Christian Women - Regulate Emotions, Intrusive Thoughts, Nervous System, Anxiousness, Overthinking, EMDR

As we focus on God as Creator in today's Scripture meditation, may it bring you peace and still any anxiety you have, knowing that there is a greater provider looking out for you.  If He created the world, and He did, He can certainly care for you, His beloved creation.

Pop culture feeds us a lot of songs, shows, and beliefs that, if we aren't careful, can become subtle lies that erode our solid Biblical foundation and Christian standards.  A healthy mindset and successful life don't come from seeking our own satisfaction, they come for doing things God's way.  That is the only way to true life success.

The title of this episode may sound unScriptural, unChristian, or maybe even scary, but listen in to hear how God may have already answered some of your prayers, heard your needs and provided, and how He's already made a way for you to see Him in your life and moving forward.  Don't be stuck, change your mindset, and use what God has provided for you already.  Then, wisely take action steps until...

Do you know that your mindset can either be helpful or get in your way?  When we base our choices on half truths or outright lies without even being aware of the fact that we aren't seeing things clearly but with a bias, we limit ourselves.  Learn the tips to turn your thoughts and actions from limitations to possibilities.

  Sometimes, we notice feelings that are unpleasant, but that doesn't mean that they are "bad."  Feelings are neutral, but what you think about them and how you manage them can lead to clarity or shame.  Choosing not to label something that we are made by God to experience can make the journey easier when tough times come.

Today's weekly Scripture focus is on God's Word and Hope.  Be encouraged.  God is near to you, and His word is true.   Anxiety, panic, trauma, pain, and discouragement are no match for our Powerful God.

Have you ever wondered if you would benefit by taking a mental health medication?  Whether you are dealing with overwhelming panic, anxiety, lack of focus, sleep difficulties, psychotic thoughts, or mood fluctuations such as depression or mania, medication may just be a viable tool for your toolbox but only under a doctor's care and supervision.  Yet, people often fear mental health medications fo...

Did you know that you can go back in time with your nervous system to unburden younger and protective parts that need your help?  Acknowledging the younger parts of your personality and their needs and providing them with love, care, compassion, and healthy "parenting" from your attuned adult self can bring healing to your whole being.

Do you ever wonder, "Why do I do the things I do?"  "Why can't I just get past this already?" Or, "Why is this so hard?"  It could be because you have sub-personalities; we all do.  Through ego state and family systems awareness, courtesy of Dr. Richard Schwartz's discovery, today's episode shares more about our internal experience as humans and parts and jobs of our personality.  Understanding th...

Have you ever felt conflicted and confused by how you are reacting?  Have you noticed that one part of you wants one thing, and another wants something else?  This is actually quite normal.  We all have internal drives trying to keep us safe and helping us to reach various goals.  Sometimes these work for us, and sometimes, they work against other parts.  However, they are all trying to provide so...

Safety from the troubles of this world can only be found in the refuge of God.  Today's Monday Morning Scripture Meditation points our trust to the safe place we have in Him.  His safety overcomes our anxiety, our stressors, and the pains of this world.

Is EMDR for me?  You may have wondered if EMDR is for you or someone you love, and you may have some questions from, "How long does EMDR take" to "Is EMDR Hypnosis?"  The answer to that is the timeline depends, and it is not hypnosis.  However, to learn more about these answers and more, listen in.

What actually is EMDR, how does it work, and how is it done?  EMDR can treat PTSD, performance, phobias, and addictions.  From anxiety to trauma, EMDR is a great protocol for healing.

What is EMDR?  Can EMDR help me heal from anxiety and trauma?  What does it stand for?  How does it work?  

A New Year offers hope of positive change, and today's episode offers 23 ideas that you might want to incorporate into your life this year of 2023 for more peace, wholeness, and mental health.  

Combat anxiety, and place your faith and pray before the Lord for encouragement because He will never fail you. You can trust God and His Words to be true.

Part 3 of 3 on Goal Setting and Meal Planning with Alisha Sweyd in this throwback episode.  Listen in.  

Part 2 of 3 on Goal Setting and Meal Planning with Alisha Sweyd in this throwback episode.  Listen in.  

Today is a throwback episode on Goal Setting, part 1. Listen in as Michelle coaches Alisha Sweyd regarding meal planning.

Have you ever been in a toxic situation that you physically know is not good for you but you stay too long in the dysfunction?  God gave you your nervouse system to pay attention to how you feel in situations and circumstance so that you can be aware when they are toxic for you.  It's okay to reject toxic and walk away from it.  Listen in.

Our thoughts and focus can help us to rise above the fray and onto God, who is  our peace.  Listen in.

The Bible says that laughter is good medicine, and that includes being good for our mental state, body, and spirit.  Today, Michelle welcomes her husband, Tim, as a guest to ask him some silly Christmas groan-worthy "dad jokes" that she found on the internet.  Enjoy this Christmas episode.

What do therapists do when life is packed with things to do and lots going on?  Use coping skills!  Today, Michelle shares some of the coping skills she used as she went about tasks for family, work, and the holidays.  Keep your anxiety at bay by practicing these practical skills. Listen in.

Do you shy away from conflict and confrontation?  Or, are you more likely to stir the pot and get the brawl started?  Either way, there may be more of a middle ground that can be beneficial rather than avoidant or aggressive.  That middle ground is God's way.  Listen in to learn more about effective conflict resolution for Christians, and it just may lessen your anxiety, increase your peace, and b...

Have you ever wondered why you behave, respond, or react the way you do?  It may very well have served you as a self-protective mechanism at one point in time, but does it still work for you, or does it cause more problems in your current life?  It may be the result of trauma in your past that isn't currently still happening, and so the coping skills may not work as they used to.  Listen in.