Affirming Truths Podcast | Christian Mental Health, Encouragement

We sin.  We fall short.  And on this side of heaven, we will continue to sin and fall short. The enemy wants to use that truth to shame us and stop us from walking where God has called us. He wants to use our sin to isolate us from God.  Instead of letting the enemy gain leverage over us in our sin, Carla shares what our response to sin should be in 4 steps. Carla will be teaching on how to sit wi...

In this episode Carla sits down with award winning author Lori Ann Wood to talk about her new book - Divine Detours. From an unexpected health crisis, Lori takes us through her journey on wrestling with God, working through doubt and ultimately finding a stronger faith. More on Lori: Lori Ann Wood lives in an empty nest in beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas, with her husband, the love of her life who...

In this episode Carla shares a recent story of how she was being pulled by a strong desire to do something that God had clearly asked her not to do.  While her heart was to honour God, her flesh wanted to do its own thing. Here's the truth, our strongest desires are often in opposition to our deepest desires.  Listen to Carla encourages you to cling to the vision God has given you and resist tempt...

S5.Bonus 9|It's Necessary to Walk Through the Pain in Order to Get Freedom From it. It doesn't seem fair.  But in order to heal from our deep pain, trauma and emotional hurts - we have to walk through the pain.  So many of us - Carla included - avoids the pain through numbing, buffering or distracting ourselves with emotional eating, binge drinking, excessive shopping and more. In this episode Car...

Carla often gets asked HOW to implement her 4 Pillars of Thriving with mental health challenges.  Today she offers a few tips on how to create habits and rhythms in your day that support your mental health. But before she goes there - Carla gives a little tough love.  The truth is, supporting your mental health requires taking radical responsibility over your habits and priorities.  Period. Come j...

In this episode Clare Davy, founder of The Reconstructed Woman, shares her journey through devastating childhood trauma. From wrestling with God - questioning His goodness in the face of evil - to allowing Him in to help her heal, this is a real and raw conversation that will bring you back to the hope of Jesus. Connection With Clare: https://www.claredavy.com/ www.instagram.com/thereconstructedwo...

This is a short but good episode! Carla is familiar with the pull of anxiety, to rob our peace and steal our joy.   Know that you are not alone if you struggle with anxiety.   Rehearse these 4 scriptures Carla shares in the moments that you're struggling to reclaim your peace in Christ. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inquire about one-on...

It's time for a Life Update!! Today Carla sits down with her husband Terry and talks about the journey she has been on the last 4 months as her and her medical team try to find a better combination of medication to support her bipolar and bpd.  It has been a roller coaster! Know this - it's okay if you need medication for your mental illness.  But it can sometimes take multiple trial and errors to...

No one likes to hear the word no. Especially over something we have been lifting up to God. Carla shares an update on her knee, the discouragement she's felt in God's no and how she is choosing to be thankful in the midst of it. Even in the no.  Even in the waiting.  Keep praying. Keep rejoicing. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inquire ab...

If you follow Carla on instagram (@carlaarges) then it's no surprise that she has a challenging relationship with her parents, coming out of a toxic environment marked with scars of childhood trauma. She often gets questions - how do you have a relationship with your parents today?  How do you navigate the challenges when apologies were never made and many behaviours un changed? Today she shares t...

The "Self love" movement is everywhere you look these days.  But what does the Bible say about self love?  Does the world have it right this time?  Join Carla as she contrasts 5 aspects of self love - the world's way and the WORDs way. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inquire about one-on-one mentorship ---> affirmingtruthsco@gmail.com Com...

We often think of a love offering has the plate that goes around on a Sunday to collect a special gift for the pastors or a cause. But what does it mean to live our lives as a love offering to God? How can we love others in our dark moments - or love others who have hurt us? Join in on this conversation with author and podcaster Rachael Adams. Author of A Little Goes a Long Way and host of The Lov...

Do you struggle with pride?  Shame?  Fear? Lust?  These - and many others - are strongholds in our lives that stop us from fully walking in the freedom Christ bought for us on the cross.  But good is so gracious.  He has given us the answer on how to demolish these strongholds, rewire our brains and walk out in more authority in the Spirit.  Here, Carla shares the 3 simple steps to find this freed...

In today's bonus episode Carla reveals a secret confession - and other struggles that she faces with her mental illness.  Be encouraged that you are not alone in your walk - but also embrace the truth that no matter how you struggle with your mental health - you are still a beloved daughter of the King. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inq...

Did you have a God given dream that you have let collect dust because you didn't think you were qualified to bring it to life?  Have you had a vision that you've abandoned because you didn't feel equipped?  The truth is we ALL have a call on our life that God wants us to steward faithfully.  Come join this conversation and be encouraged to start walking in your calling. Connect With Carla: Join In...

Carla believes that our first ministry is always to our home first.  But as our kids grow - God still has purpose for us in the kingdom!  Join in this conversation with Kelly Thompson - home school mom of 4 turned entrepreneur. Be encouraged that God has gifted you uniquely to impact your circles of influence.  Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail...

S5.3 | How to Steward Your Pain for God's Glory Carla is no stranger to having to live with pain - hers in the form of mental illness.  But as she has done for herself and coaches her clients - stewarding our pain for the glory of God is not only in his will, but it gives purpose and meaning to our struggles.  In this episode Carla shares 4 ways to stop being consumed by your pain and instead, lea...

In today's bonus episode Carla is taking a question from the Affirming Truths Facebook Community (join below).  How do you deal with receiving a mental health diagnosis???  Carla shares her wisdom based on her personal experience - and offers hope for the future. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inquire about one-on-one mentorship ---> aff...

Ugh.  Feeling behind is the worst.  It leads to anxiety, overwhelm and rushing through life. As Carla shares, she used to always confess she was behind - until God showed her otherwise.  Be encouraged as you listen to these 3 truths and learn that with God, you are never behind. Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness@gmail.com Inquire about one-on-one men...

This is such a great conversation on how to handle life - and our emotions - when we are faced with delay.  When God doesn't show up when WE want. Amy has such beautiful wisdom on how to walk through this wilderness period with hope, trust and faith. Amy Elaine Martinez is devoted to helping heart-shattered lives become whole again in Christ. She's a Victory Girl at heart who loves leading women t...

It's the first episode of Season 5!!!! Thanks for being here! This is not the typical podcast episode you'll find this time of year.  Instead of talking about vision, goals and setting intentions for the year, Carla is sharing the very real story of how her new year has started - filled with disappointment and discouragement.  When the year ahead looks like it is filled with struggle and trials, h...

This is the last episode of Season 4!!! Carla normally uses this time to set intentions for 2023, cast a vision and plan out goals.  But in this season of waiting, she is putting "new year's resolutions" on the back burner.  Instead, Carla has been reflecting on things that got in her way of living out God's plan for her life in 2022 - and is committing to leaving them behind in 2023.  She encoura...

Carla's husband Terry braves today's marriage conversation by diving into the topic of sex and intimacy.  Are they the same thing?  Have we been conditioned to think that happy marriages are defined by how often sex happens? What if sex is an issue - can there still be intimacy and a thriving marriage?  Come join the conversation! Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carl...

This is not your typical Monday morning episode from Affirming Truths. This past week, I have been overwhelmed in my thoughts and feelings about suicide after hearing about TWitch's suicide.  I am a suicide survivor. I have had a family member die from suicide.  And I have seen the world react in shock and mourning when suicide happens. But what about before the suicide?  How are we showing up for...

In this bonus episode Carla sits down with the host of Her Renewed Strength, Erika Diaz-Castro, and talks all about holiday anxiety and overwhelm.  Erika shares how to get back to a place of peace amid the chaos. Connect with Erika: Website: www.herrenewedstrength.com Podcast: https://herrenewedstrength.podbean.com   Connect With Carla: Join In His Image Wellness Collective ---> carlaargeswellness...