Be Known: the Podcast

Though we must be wise with who is close up and personal in our lives and have some expectations of how our people will treat us, we need to remember that they can't love us well if they aren't well. We can't expect them to be super attentive to us and our needs if they are going through some hard stuff. Let's understand some possible signs that may show us they aren't doing well, and be willing t...

Most of us aren't leaving enough margin in our lives for the life-giving things. Instead, our time is filled with life-draining things, and we can only go so long on E. This is an indicator of poor boundaries with our time. This episode is to help us develop a healthier rhythm of life that honors our time and allows more space for the things that fill us. Listen in for some practical exercises, qu...

In the age of social media and the cultural value of vulnerability and authenticity, people tend to struggle with discernment on how much is too much to share with someone else. On social media, we see this done a lot, but it's also hard in more interpersonal interactions. Let's talk about why oversharing isn't safe or wise and some things to consider before sharing to avoid being too extreme with...

Past hurt is so hard to forgive, and often we think forgiveness is forgetting. But what if it isn't? What if there is another way? This episode is for those who've struggled with forgiveness and the desire for revenge because they can't forget (nor should they). Listen now.  Links & Resources From This Episode:  F orgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa Terkeurst  John 31:34 , ES...

How do we know who is unsafe and who is safe? How can we even begin to define safety? What can it look like to love the unsafe people? Listen in. 

If we are honest with ourselves, we often feel we need recognition for who we are and what we've done. But it's not recognition we need. Because we already have it. 

When it feels like we've lost ourselves, the only way home, to knowing ourselves, is to know the One who made us. But how can we do that? 

Vulnerability is necessary, but we need to understand there are risks that come with it. We need to be responsible with our vulnerability so we can experience the rewards of it. 

When we are more emotionally aware, we can be healthier as a whole, not to mention have better relationships. This episode teaches us how to be more emotionally aware. 

From author Leslie Vernick, these are the three things that all adult relationships should have. When they don't have these three essential ingredients, they aren't healthy. They are destructive. 

How can you tell if your friend is holding a grudge against you, and what do you do about it? 

Boundaries aren't just about you. Having good boundaries means we respect others' boundaries, too. 

Today, I want to hold space with you and for you to be still and lean into what is going on within you. Listen in. 

Our stories are powerful and need to be told. Start with writing it with some of these prompts found in episode 34. 

Doubt is real because pain is real. We struggle to believe God still loves us, is kind, is good. So what do we do with this doubt?

Because sometimes when we are brave enough to be vulnerable and honest, people won't always respond well. What should we do when they don't? 

If we aren't well, we can't love others well. Here are five practical ways to take care of your heart. 

Jesus had great boundaries. So we can stop thinking that it isn't loving to have them. Listen in to hear more about his boundaries. 

There are things that we should not take responsibility for, and there are things we should. So what are those things?

We have learned what holds us back from having good community, so now how do we build it?

We need each other. What holds us back from engaging in Christian community? And what happens when we don't?

It's way too easy to believe we are wanted and loved only if we have a significant other. 

Here are five simple practices to help you be an active listener!

Listen in as my friend Jessica and I talk about:  Why communication matters in relationships The cost of not communicating  Communication pitfalls  Healthier communication strategies 

We were made to love God, love others, and love ourselves. Without love, good relationships are impossible.