Carry Confetti

AESTHETICS OF JOY (3/9) What if not having all the answers is part of the journey?  In this episode, we explore the joy of wonder — the kind that keeps us curious, open, and alive to the invisible work of God in and around us. From awe-inspiring moments in nature to the quiet mysteries of faith, we’ll talk about why chasing wonder isn’t about escaping reality, but rather leaning deeper into it kno...

AESTHETICS OF JOY (2/9) Have you ever been caught off guard by something unexpectedly beautiful or delightful?  In this episode, we explore the joy of surprise — the kind that shows up in whimsy, contrast, and those little moments that make us smile when we least expect it. I'll also dive into how God often works through the unexpected, surprising us with His plans, timing, and grace. These d...

AESTHETICS OF JOY (1/9) Y'all, stop being so serious!! A Spirit-filled life should be a playful life, and I'm gonna tell you why.  Today, we kick off a 9-week series inspired by the "aesthetics of joy" identified in Ingrid Fetell Lee's book "Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness".  Each week, I'm going to focus on...

What if gratitude isn’t just a nice idea, but rather a life-shifting, heart-healing, brain-rewiring practice? In this episode, I'm talking about how thankfulness reshaped my mindset and softened my heart (and continues too!) and how it could impact yours. We'll walk through the story of the 10 lepers in Luke 17 and pause on the 1 who returned to say thank you (even though all 10 were hea...

What if the joy you’re craving is waiting on the other side of forgiveness? In this new episode, we’re continuing our conversation about forgiveness — not just why it matters, but how it heals. By the end of this episode, I hope you feel empowered to write a new narrative in your life — one not marked by cycles of pain and bitterness. Through illustration and metaphor, I'm going to give you s...

What if the key to more peace and joy isn’t doing more … but rather letting go? Letting go of hurt. Letting go of grudges. Letting go of unforgiveness. In this episode, we’re diving into what science says about the power of forgiveness — including fascinating research on how it impacts your mental and physical health. I’ll help you identify whether or not you have a ‘grievance story’ – a term crea...

Hey friend!  I'm excited to bring you my first Easter Special in podcast form. Easter has always been one of my favourite holidays to celebrate, and I'm excited to share why in this episode. Here's what you can expect once you click play: I'll share with you my beloved childhood memories of Easter and the traditions I carry on with my kids (Come share yours with me on Instagram...

Have you ever wondered why God is so mysterious? Has the mystery of God ever stopped you from believing in Him? Has the lack of answers to your burning questions ever stopped you from trusting Him?  Do you realise that God exists outside of our limited human understanding? Picture yourself standing inside a square frame; that's your frame of reference. If God perfectly fit inside your frame o...

PRAYER & THE BRAIN SERIES (5/5) Where do you even begin in establishing prayer as a lifestyle?  Well, it starts with your habits. It starts with establishing a routine that then becomes a rhythm that then becomes part of your identity.  In this episode, I'll give you 5 powerful yet practical tips to cultivate a lifestyle of prayer -- tips that you can customize for how you best connect wi...

PRAYER & THE BRAIN SERIES (4/5) Have you ever felt like you didn't know what to pray? Or have you ever started to pray and felt like you said all you needed to say within a minute? Well, even the original disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. So, he did -- through what we now know as the Lord's Prayer. He gave us a pattern within this prayer that we can use to guide a quie...

PRAYER & THE BRAIN SERIES (3/5) How would you describe God? If you were honest with yourself, do you see him as a critical or a distant figure in the sky? Or perhaps you see him as authoritarian, someone in charge who will inflict punishment when you step out of line? Or do you see him as benevolent -- meaning kind and compassionate and willing to intervene with grace and mercy? How you see Go...

PRAYER & THE BRAIN SERIES (2/5) Would you believe me if I told you that you have the power to improve your memory, lower your anxiety, decrease your depression, enhance your empathy, improve brain functioning, and even better control your emotions?  Would you believe that positive changes could happen in your brain with just 12 focused minutes a day?  God has created our brains in such an inte...

PRAYER & THE BRAIN SERIES (1/5) Welcome to a March mini series where I'll be unpacking some scientific research that looks at the powerful effects of faith practices on the health of your brain. Could living an active life of faith help you become more compassionate and socially aware? Could living an active life of faith be of benefit not just to your spirit but also to your mental and p...

Welcome to Episode 5, the final part of these introduction episodes that give you more insight into my story and what has led up to the moment of launching this podcast. Episode 4 covered Part 1 of Elijah the prophet's story, and today I'm bringing you Part 2. Sometimes, after we have a mountain peak moment or we receive a miracle or an answer to prayer, we can still find ourselves facin...

Have you ever been in a drought season? You know, one of those seasons that just feels dry and barren?  Today, let me introduce you to one of my favourite Bible characters, Elijah the prophet. His story is a bit of a longer one, so this episode will be Part 1 of his story. Next week, I'll give you Part 2 -- both important but different ends of the emotional spectrum. My "rain" was m...

Sometimes, life can shatter us... into a million pieces. And sometimes, we don't know how to rebuild our hearts, our minds, and our lives after certain events. But I know a God who is our great physician and our healer. He looks at our brokenness and is able to form something so beautiful. Today, let me tell you my story about an early miscarriage that took place after we had been told we had...

Have you ever wondered how some people can live in hopeful expectation and others live crippled by fear? Have you ever needed someone to remind you that your story isn't over yet?   In today's episode, I want to tell you about one of my favourite women in the Bible. In the midst of the Exodus (when the Israelites left slavery in Egypt), Miriam was the hype girl everyone needed. She was s...

Hey y'all! I'm so glad you're here for my very first podcast episode. This is a dream finally becoming a reality, and I truly hope it becomes a weekly blessing to your life. I hope that the stories shared within these episodes will encourage you, challenge you, and inspire you to carry confetti (a little party in your pocket) for yourself and others in your world.   Have you ever lo...

Welcome to Carry Confetti! This is a podcast designed to help you discover how to cultivate a life of hopeful expectation and daily celebration. I'll be exploring Christian theology and studies in psychology to better understand the powerful effects of gratitude and hope.  I'm Darcie Frost, a girl who has learned to celebrate in every season, even if it's a painful season of waiting...