Anchored Not Anxious

In this powerful episode, uncover God's presence in your personal faith journey through intentional reflection. Use a practical three-part process for identifying divine encounters in your past - especially during times when you felt God was absent. The essential elements of reflection practice include how to: Surrender preconceptions and observe past events with fresh eyes Gather evidence of...

In Part 2 of this powerful series, Terri reveals how a random connection with a nurse in her educator program became the unexpected answer to her prayers. Discover how God orchestrated circumstances beyond her imagination.  But this isn't just a story with a happy outcome – it's about the profound lesson of remembering God's faithfulness in our darkest moments. With candid reflectio...

Have you ever made a decision, only to question everything when things don't go as planned? Terri shares a pivotal chapter from her relationship history with God. What started as an impulsive decision inspired by a friend's success story turned into a seven-month journey of silence and waiting.    Through honest reflection, Terri reveals how this challenging season unveiled profound trut...

In this soul-stirring episode, Terri explores the biblical stories of Job and Joshua, revealing wisdom about handling life’s unexpected trials. Explore how their lives mirror our modern struggles with anxiety, doubt, and a search for hope in difficult seasons. Discover: Job’s journey from prosperity to profound loss, and how his response speaks to our own moments of suffering Joshua’s surprising r...

In this powerful episode, Terri dives into the universal struggle of maintaining trust in God during life’s challenging moments. Drawing from the story of Adam and Eve and Jesus’s disciples, you’ll explore how our faith gets tested and, more importantly, how to rise stronger when we fall into the pit of affliction.  She’ll unpack: Why even the strongest faith faces moments of uncertainty The paral...

In this restorative episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson guides you through a calming meditation experience perfect for the busy holiday season. Through progressive relaxation and vivid guided imagery of a serene meadow, you will find a moment of peace and connection with God's presence. This meditation offers a practical tool for managing anxiety and finding spiritual renew...

In this eye-opening episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson tackles the concept of "performing for God" and how it can generate unnecessary anxiety in our spiritual lives. Terri shares her personal experiences and insights to help listeners understand and overcome this common struggle. Key topics: Understanding performance anxiety in a spiritual context How perfectionism a...

In this enlightening episode of Anchored Not Anxious, Terri welcomes health coach JoJo Tabares for a timely discussion on maintaining healthy eating habits during the holiday season.  JoJo shares her proven strategies for enjoying holiday gatherings without compromising health goals or falling into the cycle of guilt and shame.  She introduces practical techniques like the "three-bite rule&qu...

In this compelling follow-up episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson delves deeper into the art of mental makeovers. Building on the techniques introduced in Part 1, Terri guides listeners through the process of developing affirming, calming, and beneficial thought patterns. Key topics: The power imbalance between positive and negative thoughts Practical examples of redirecting nega...

In this episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson explores the power of our internal monologue and how it shapes our thoughts and emotions. Learn to identify negative thought patterns and discover three powerful techniques to become the master of your mental playlist. Terri shares personal experiences and practical steps to challenge unhelpful voices, rewrite your inner dialogue, and...

In this episode, Terri shares her personal struggle with trusting God and awakening to knowing him differently. She describes the four levels of knowing God, what trusting God really means, and 3 reasons why you can dive into a trust relationship with God.  Sign-up for a monthly connection to anxiety-reduction resources, methods for building trust in God, book reviews, podcast updates, and more. G...

In this episode, Terri tackles the ineffective use of hiding anxiety or shaming oneself for not being stronger or more resilient. Terri shares her personal journey, revealing how the shame associated with anxiety and panic attacks overwhelmed her physically, emotionally, and mentally. Through her story, discover how to protect your holistic health by letting go of inner messages of shame and embar...

In this episode, Terri retells the Bible story of the Widow at Zarephath from 1 Kings, Chapter 17. Discover how God unexpectedly showed up in her moment of despair, providing hope and sustenance. Through this story, you will gain a new perspective and a strengthened belief that God is present in your life, even when it doesn't look or feel like it. You'll also get access to a free Bible...

If you've never experienced a guided imagery session, Terri leads you through two brief sessions in this episode. Discover the purpose and benefit of imagery using biblical and non-biblical scripts as you gain a deeper understanding of how guided imagery can anchor you during mental and emotional upheaval. As a bonus, you get access to 2 biblical imagery scripts for personal use. Get The Anch...

 In this episode, Terri invites you to reflect on your personal definition of God. Your perception of God profoundly influences your understanding of how God views you. Do you see God as a punitive parent, an unresponsive figure, or someone irrelevant to your life? Terri explores the idea that God's intent has never been separation from us, but rather a continuous, unbroken relationship. Clic...

In this enlightening episode, uncover the three myths about anxiety and worry that might be keeping you stuck. Discover the truth behind these misconceptions and learn four actionable steps you can take right now to improve your overall well-being. Plus, don't miss out on a free Anxiety/Worry Tracker to help you on your journey to better whole health. Tune in and start taking control of your...

In this episode, Terri details how gratitude influences your brain activity and, in turn, your thoughts and attitude. You'll discover gratitude for the little things turns you toward hope and away from discouragement. Get a Gratitude List of Bible Verses jump-starting your gratitude practice. Get The Anchored Life twice-monthly email. You can include Jesus in each day for reassurance, wisdom,...

In this episode, Terri’s examines the concept of trust and the significant mental and emotional roadblocks that can hinder our trust in God. Listen as she explores  why it's challenging to trust God without any past references of His faithfulness in your life and the roadblocks you face.  Get The Anchored Life twice-monthly email. You can include Jesus in each day for reassurance, wisdom, hop...

In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Hadassah Treu, award-winning author of "Draw Near: How Painful Experiences Become the Birthplace of Blessings." Hadassah, an international blogger and poet, shares her profound insights on finding hope and strength in life's darkest moments. Key topics discussed: The hidden gifts in hopelessness and how they can readjust our misconceptio...

In this introductory episode of Anchored Not Anxious, your host, Terri Hutchinson, welcomes you into Season 1 and the importance of spiritual and mental health. Terri shares the purpose of the show, her passion for women managing anxiety, worry and stress, and some inside scoop on who she is. Meet me on my Facebook Page at Terri Hutchinson 🎯 Get the Anchored Not Anxious CareLetter on Substack for...

This episode defines the meaning, purpose, and practice of anchoring the mental and spiritual self. Illustrative examples on the use of anchoring coupled with practical insights provide you with a comprehensive overview.  By the end of the episode, you will discover anchoring is a valuable practice for reducing anxiety. American Holistic Nursing Association Get The Anchored Life twice-monthly emai...