Called and Curious

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of negativity, feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges?  It’s so easy to let grumbling seep into our daily conversations and thoughts, isn’t it? I know it is for me, and it's normal. But there's also another way... What if I told you there’s a straightforward directive from the Bible that cuts through all the noise and offers a transformativ...

Have you ever felt that familiar flutter of nervousness before a moment and wished you could avoid the insecurity and doubt that comes with it? Today, we’re exploring a transformative brain hack that has the power to change the way you experience nervousness—curious yet? We all know that familiar flutter in our stomachs, that rush of adrenaline that signals something important is about to happen....

Have you ever noticed how children sometimes worry about things that seem so silly to us? I found myself reflecting on this during a recent bike ride with my family. My son was anxious about something so important to him and it struck me how similar our worries are as adults. We often approach God with our anxieties, clutching them tightly like a child holding onto their favorite toy. But what if...

In this final episode of our series, “Awakening the Unconscious,” we’re diving into something that could totally change your life. Seriously, you don’t want to miss this! We’re chatting about how our experiences shape our beliefs and actions. Ever felt like a single piece of criticism made you want to hide away?   You’re not alone!  We all have those moments where negative feedback can knock the w...

Let’s do some personal training for your thought patterns today! We’re diving into the second episode of our Awakening the Unconscious series, where we peel back the “unconsicous” curtain on the things that drive our behaviors. Today, we’re exploring a powerful yet often overlooked unconscious driver: our 3 ENVIRONMENTS . As your Christian brain coach and personal trainer for thought patterns, I’m...

Welcome my called and curious friends! In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on something super fascinating: the unconscious drivers that shape our thoughts, feelings, and actions— often without us even knowing it . I’m your host, Ashriel, and I can’t wait to dive into this with you! Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in the same old patterns, unsure why you can’t seem to make the c...

Welcome to the Called and Curious Podcast! I am so excited for today’s episode because we have an interview with the inspiring Brooke Rozzie, founder of the Faithfully Nourished Community . Join us for a deep dive into health, wellness, and the importance of embracing our bodies as integral parts of our faith journey.  A Must Listen : In a world where women often feel overwhelmed, disconnected, an...

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the need to control every aspect of your life? Do perfectionism and the pressure to achieve leave you exhausted and unfulfilled? In this episode, gear up for the internal battle many of us face between trying to control everything and the liberating act of surrendering to God. Using the metaphor of arm wrestling, we chat about how the struggle can drain your...

Have you ever found yourself questioning whether your prayers truly matter?  You’re not alone. Many of us grapple with feelings of doubt and impatience, especially when we’re waiting for answers that seem to take forever to arrive. In this episode, let’s have a real conversation about the significance of prayer and the rituals that accompany it, using my experience with a new shiny, overwhelming c...

Have you ever felt like you’re carrying around a backpack full of worries, fears, and doubts that you carry into your moments and they just weigh you down?  Trust me, we’ve all been there! But what if I told you that true transformation—mind, body, and spirit— is possible , and it starts from the inside out?  In this episode, we’re going to journey into the world of holistic fitness, and let me te...

There’s a feast for your thoughts in this episode we chat about consuming the not-so-delicious topic of complaints. Today you’re getting your personal trainer for thought patterns’ one-stop guide to navigating social complaining and what’s going on in your brain and how to shift! 🍽 🧠 Picture This : you receive an invitation to the fanciest dinner party in town, only to find yourself surrounded by...

❓ Who was an amazing teacher that you remember from your childhood? Today, let’s gather ’round the bonfire and give a huge shout-out to our incredible early childhood educators! Whether it’s Teacher Appreciation Week or just another day, it’s always the perfect time to celebrate these heroes who shape our little ones’ futures. 👩🏽‍🏫 Teaching in Early Childhood is Truly a Calling, Not Just a Job...

Have you ever had a really scary situation or circumstance in your season or new challenge or change that freaks you out and you don’t even know how to manage it must less trust God for what’s going on in and around you.  I know I have and it really reminded me of some stories and this idea of how we trust God in our brains and our bodies when everything in us is paralyzed. As your personal traine...

Got bugs in your brain? Things are a little gross in my life right now as I’m smack dab in the middle of mayfly season. But within this rather disgusting and uncomfortable season, I learned a couple life lessons that were going to chat about today.  Because maybe you have things that are a little awkward, hard, or downright gross in your life currently and it's invading your mindset. We want...

Have you ever felt like a failure?  Join us in this episode as we dive into the heart of Holy Week, no matter when you’re listening, this episode is for you. We'll explore powerful themes of failure, redemption, and love through the reactions and failures of three of Jesus’ disciples. From Peter's fear-rooted and law-driven denial to Judas' tragic, logic-led betrayal and John's...

Have you ever felt like things were getting knocked over and turned upside down in your life? As we go towards Holy Week and Holy seasons in our lives, we’re called for MORE; more worship, more rest, and more purpose through the Holy Spirit. But how do we understand how that might look and what the Holy Spirit is doing in our lives in a deeper way? In this episode, I share how I sneak down to chec...

“ Where there is no vision, the people perish. ” Proverbs 29:18 Today we’re going to really work on our thought patterns to understand how leading with generosity can help us grow closer to the mind and heart of Christ. And that all starts with intention and planning for growth and change.  To do that, we’re going to introduce the second quarter of the Love Moves planning calendar and the power it...

Hey there, beautiful mamas! ☕✨ I’m so excited to chat with you today about something that’s been stirring in my heart: transformation through fasting to BELIEVE for BIGGER and MORE in our lives . You know, I was inspired by a little moment with my daughter and her stuffed bunnies. She’s so attached to them, and it got me thinking about how we all have our own “stuffed bunnies” in life—those comf...

Hey there, beautiful friends!  ☕  Have you ever felt like you’re just settling in your marriage? Or maybe you’re wrestling with frustration and confusion, wondering if things can ever really change? Today, I’m excited to chat with Shayla Huber about her incredible journey of healing and restoration.  Shayla gets real about those tough feelings—we all have them! She emphasizes that true transforma...

Today, we’re going to get a secret weapon to crush life’s challenges as I share the ONE TIP that can get you out of tomorrow’s happiness trap and help you find joy today !  Have you ever caught yourself waiting for life to get easier?  It’s easy to get caught in that cycle but what if the biggest reason for unhappiness isn’t what you think?  The very thing you’ve been waiting for may be robbing yo...

Hi beautiful mama, have you ever felt like you want to CUT TIES AND JUST FLY FREE!?! I know I have! The temptation to be freed to fly higher and achieve more success in areas of our lives is something a lot of us have felt. But today we’re going to make a potion, fly a kite, and explore how embracing values and setting boundaries can transform our lives! ✨ We’ll dive into the neuroscience behind...

Welcome back to Called and Curious, where we dive deep into the beautiful intersection of faith and neuroscience. Today, we tackle something that I know so many of us can relate to—the dreaded phone call. You know, those moments that make your stomach drop and your heart race, what I lovingly refer to as the "call of dread."  In our conversation, we unpacked how these seemingly overwhelm...

Have you ever wished for something? Welcome to the Called and Curious podcast and today we get to hear someone's deeply personal wish. What did they wish for? To be a TV set! Join us as we unpack the lessons hidden within this touching essay from a true story and explore how we can amplify our presence in the lives of our loved ones.  We're going to chat about the importance of being tru...

I’m so excited to share today’s episode with you, where we dive into a topic that hits home for many of us: self-worth, identity, and the little ways we sometimes let others or ourselves downplay our own value. If you’ve ever found yourself in that cringe-worthy moment of receiving a compliment and instinctively following it up with a “but, this episode is for you! In our chat, as you're pers...

What one principle can you use today that can transform your life and potentially the lives of those around you?  Find out in this episode, where we learn that principle from none other than the incredible Dolly Parton. You know, the woman who turned her challenging upbringing into a beautiful tapestry of music, stories, and inspiration? Dolly’s journey is not just a tale of success; it’s a powerf...