Chaplaincy On The Go

In this episode we talk about mental and spiritual health in the lives of veterans and their families and loved ones. Roughly 20 veterans die by suicide every day. Kyle Hostetler joins the podcast to share the heart behind Operation Injured Soldiers and their desire to help veterans heal from invisible emotional and spiritual wounds. Learn more about Operation Injured Soldiers! Join the Walk for W...

In part three of our conversation with Steve Carter - we take a look at how grief can help us grow. Steve shares more of his insights and experience through his own grief journey and speaks to the importance of staying curious through it all. Learn more about Steve⁠ ⁠Get the book⁠ ⁠Learn more about CarePortal

In this episode we continue on in a conversation with Steve Carter, author of "Grieve, Breathe, Receive." Steve continues to share his framework for the grieving process. More specifically, Steve takes us through the Good Friday , Silent Saturday, Palm Sunday moments of life and how they can help us see God working in our grief. Learn more about Steve Get the book Learn more about CarePo...

In this episode we talk with pastor, speaker, and author Steve Carter. Steve is known well for his book “The Thing Beneath The Thing” and now has a new book out “Grieve, Breathe, Receive: Finding a Faith Strong Enough To Hold Us.” Steve’s latest book is one of the greatest resources on grief that you will find. Steve’s honest and vulnerable sharing of his own grief journey make this book and conve...

In this episode we talk about the challenges for people who help people and how to keep healthy while doing so. Practicing self-care and self-compassion are critical but also challenging when you are so busy helping everyone else. Learn more about CarePortal!

In this episode we will explore how the practice of curiosity and how it helps us navigate anxiety and even break free from negative thought patterns and cycles. Learn More About CarePortal!

In this episode we will explore some of the challenges that come with helping others navigate hard times in their lives. Often times, when we give care to others who are struggling – we will feel the “sting” of their pains and hurts in the form of an outburst. Similar to a lightning strike – the source of the problem is a person’s pain but it isn’t typically felt until it strikes “the closest rod....

How can we help children navigate anxiety? Think about Peanut Butter Pie! Dr. Emilie DeYoung joins us on this episode to talk about her latest book and how the ways she works with children in anxious states can help us with the kids in our lives. Learn more about Emilie! Learn more about CarePortal!

On out 40th episode we close out a conversation on marriage and spiritual foundations as well as the need for core values. Spiritually connecting with your spouse is an incredible way to grow in marriage and core values help guide and keep us on track as we go through life together. Learn more about CarePortal!

In this episode we talk through the dynamics of intimacy in marriage and why having a multi faceted view of intimacy leads to a thriving marriage! Get the Worksheet! Learn About CarePortal!

In this episode we talk through how conflict in marriage works and through strategies that can help us navigate conflict well. Joining in this episode is Dave McGovern, a local therapist and friend to the podcast! Get the Worksheet! Learn About CarePortal!

In this episode we continue our conversation on good communication in marriage by exploring some soft skills. Assertiveness and active listening are the two vital skills that contribute to healthy communication. We unpack how to grow in both of these skills and areas. Get the worksheet! Learn more about CarePortal!

In this episode we begin a series on marriage. Joining this conversation is Dave McGovern, a counselor in the West Michigan area. For our first conversation we explore the importance of healthy communication in marriage and talk through the various "killers" of communication. Learn more about CarePortal.

In this episode we continue our conversation on navigating and managing conflict. We look at some simple, but effective strategies to employ that can help us stop the conflict cycle. Additionally, we discuss at some ways to approach healthy conflict resolution. Get the infographic! Learn more about our sponsor CarePortal!

In this episode we discuss the first of a two part conversation on conflict. We all have conflict in our relationships. It is unavoidable. Unfortunately, many of us make the mistake of trying to ignore it. Conflict - if ignored - will lead to bigger problems and it is important to understand how conflict works. Get the Infographic Learn More About Our Sponsor

In this episode we discuss strategies to stop the neural hijack! Americans have 50,000 thoughts a day and 80% are negative and critical. Of those thoughts, 90% repeat day after day. If you have ever had a thought that has a "life" of its own and you want to stop it - you have to listen in to this episode. Get the infographic! Check out the breathing video! Learn about Care Portal!

In this episode we unpack the different ways we respond to stress. When we experience stress our bodies respond by engaging the Sympathetic Nervous System. This can result in a number of physical and emotional responses that impact our behavior, actions, and reactions. While these responses are normal, it's important to know what they are and be aware of how they impact us and others around us...

In this episode we welcome back Alex Vogelzang in a conversation about Care Portal! Care Portal - Michigan is now a sponsor of the "Chaplaincy on the Go Podcast" and we take some time to talk about how Care Portal connects with local churches and organizations to help families in need. Learn more about Care Portal! Connect with Alex: Alex. Vogelzang@careportal.org

In this episode we explore more dynamics of parenting and marriage and raising emotionally strong kids. Joining the podcast is Abby Zeerip. As you'll soon find out, Abby is super passionate about marriage and family. Her insight, experience, passion, and engaging wit make for an exciting and inspirational interview and conversation!

In this episode we talk through the dynamics of marriage and happiness and how children impact everything. Deb is a social worker and counselor. She does a lot of work with marriage and family. This conversation was so insightful and has a lot great information for married couples young and old.

In this episode we talk through some helpful tips in talking with your kids about suicide and sudden loss. It can be really scary when a child dies by suicide and we often struggle with how we can talk with our kids or kids that we know and want to support. If you follow a few helpful tips and points, it can be easier and more meaningful for the kids we love and for ourselves. Here are some additi...

In this episode we continue the conversation of raising emotionally strong boys and talk about how our own emotional work is vital to that process. Joining me for the podcast is Alex Volgelzang. Alex joined us for a conversation on addiction a few episodes back and returns, now, as a father of boys. Here's a link to a "feelings chart" that we talk about in the episode.

In this episode we discuss the importance of raising emotionally strong boys with author and therapist - David Thomas. David is an incredible writer, speaker, and counselor. He shares with us the work that parents and people who love children must do to help the young men in their lives become emotionally strong and healthy. Learn more about David and his work here. Get Wild Things: The Art of Nur...

In this episode we continue on in a conversation about addiction and how it impacts our lives. Joining us for the conversation are Carolyn and Ben Reuschel. A few years ago - Ben hit rock bottom in his addiction. Together he and Carolyn, along with their friends and family, are on the road of recovery. Their honest and humble sharing gives us some amazing insight and help in learning how to discus...

In this episode we continue a conversation on addiction and explore the impact that addiction has on children, families, and loved ones. Joining the podcast for this conversation is Alex Volgelzang. Alex currently works for the national non-profit "Care Portal" and has a background in law enforcement and child welfare and protective services. From a career standpoint - Alex has a first h...