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Not feeling the Holy Spirit doesn’t mean you don’t have Him. Many believers struggle because their feelings don’t line up with their faith — and they assume something is wrong with them. In this Sweet Repeat episode, Brenda revisits a foundational teaching on Facts, Faith, and Feelings and explains why partnering with the Holy Spirit is the key to renewing your mind and breaking destructive patter...

In this special Sweet Repeat episode, Brenda revisits the powerful testimony that launched the Day One of Sobriety podcast and ministry. She shares how God intervened at her lowest point and began a journey of healing, mind renewal, and lasting freedom. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and remember that no past is beyond redemption — your brain can be renewed, and your future can l...

As we close out the Reset Your Mind for 2026 series, this capstone episode brings everything together into a clear, calm, and actionable blueprint for lasting mind renewal. In Episode 30, Brenda walks you through a Spirit-led, neuroscience-aligned framework designed to help you stop striving, stop starting over, and finally begin renewing your mind on purpose. You’ll learn how God designed your br...

Have you ever been doing well — emotionally, spiritually, or habitually — only to suddenly undo your own progress? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety podcast, Brenda breaks down why self-sabotage shows up right when growth begins and why it’s not a personal failure, but protective brain wiring. Blending faith-based neuroscience and Scripture, this episode reveals how the brain’s survival s...

If you’ve ever promised yourself “this time will be different,” only to fall back into the same habits days later, this episode is for you. In this faith-based neuroscience podcast episode, you’ll learn how mind renewal—not willpower—is the key to breaking destructive habits and creating lasting change. In Part 3 of the Reset Your Mind for 2026 series, Brenda explains why habits don’t change throu...

In this second installment of the Reset Your Mind for 2026 series, Brenda unpacks the powerful connection between identity, belief, and lasting transformation. You’ll learn why you can’t outperform the identity you’ve accepted, how your brain wires itself around what you believe, and why mind renewal must begin with uncovering the identity you’ve been living from. Brenda shares part of her persona...

Every January, millions of people start strong — full of motivation, fresh goals, and big expectations. But by February, most resolutions have already faded. In today’s episode, Brenda uncovers the powerful blend of Scripture + neuroscience that explains why this happens and what God designed your brain to do instead. You’ll discover how the amygdala, Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC), and prefronta...

In this powerful episode, Brenda explores how gratitude becomes a healing force for your mind, body, and emotions. Blending Scripture with brain science, she explains why gratitude is far more than a positive thought — it’s a God-designed mind renewal tool that rewires emotional patterns, calms the nervous system, and anchors the heart in peace. You’ll learn why practicing gratitude (not just know...

Do you feel guilty when you say “no”? Do you carry the weight of everyone’s emotions, feeling responsible for their peace but never your own? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, we continue our deep dive into People-Pleasing & Approval Addiction. You’ll learn why setting boundaries isn’t selfish — it’s biblical and brain-based. We’ll unpack how boundaries retrain your brain for...

Do you constantly feel responsible for everyone’s happiness? Does your peace disappear the moment someone’s disappointed with you? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most common yet overlooked habits—people-pleasing and approval addiction. You’ll discover where it begins in the brain, what Scripture says about finding your worth in God (not people), and h...

Do you ever feel like your past failures disqualify you from God’s purpose? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, Brenda unpacks how God can redeem even our biggest mistakes. Through Scripture, neuroscience, and practical tools, you’ll learn how to reframe failure, silence shame, and let God use your past as fuel for your future. You’ll also discover the turning point of salvation —...

Do you ever feel caught between two worlds? You love God, but sometimes it feels easier to blend in than to stand out. In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety podcast, we’re talking about what it truly means to be “in this world but not of it,” why it’s so hard to live differently, and how renewing your mind changes everything. You’ll hear real-life examples, biblical truth, and a practical neu...

Have you ever been hurt by someone in church — maybe a pastor, a friend, or a group that didn’t show up when you needed them most? In this episode, Brenda approaches the topic of church hurt with compassion, truth, and encouragement, reminding us that God’s plan for community was never meant to wound us, but to heal us.   Using the beautiful imagery of geese flying in formation, Brenda illustrates...

Do you ever notice how laughter lightens your spirit and shifts your entire mood? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, Brenda shares how laughter heals not only your emotions but also your body and brain. You’ll discover how joy renews your mind, why laughter is one of God’s best prescriptions for stress, and how choosing joy daily can rewire your thought patterns and strengthen you...

In this empowering episode of the Day One of Sobriety podcast, Brenda reveals how to rise above lies, overcome shame, and embrace your true identity in Christ. Drawing from Ephesians 4:22-24, she explains how to put off the old self, renew your mind, and walk confidently in your new creation identity. You’ll discover how biblical truth and brain science work hand-in-hand to transform your thinking...

Do you know there’s a place that heals everything? Not a counseling office, not a recovery meeting, not even a mountain retreat — but a Person. The Presence of His Company. In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, we’ll talk about why spending quality time with God in His presence is the soil where hope grows, trust is rebuilt, and faith is strengthened. I’ll share my own story of wrest...

Do you ever feel like worry runs your life? In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, we’re talking about why worry happens in the brain, what God’s Word says about it, and four practical steps you can start using today to break free from the cycle of anxiety. You’ll also hear real-life encouragement, Scripture promises, and a neuroscience tool you can put into practice immediately to sh...

Do you ever find yourself standing in front of the fridge or pantry, not even hungry, just searching? Stress eating is one of the most common ways we numb our emotions. But here’s the truth: food can never fix what only God can fill. In this episode of the Day One of Sobriety Podcast, we’re uncovering why stress eating is so powerful, how the food industry engineers “hyper-palatable” foods to hook...

Do you feel the pace of life quickening as summer fades and fall ramps up? 🍂 School is back in session, calendars are filling fast, and the holiday season is just around the corner. In this busy season, rest often feels impossible—but it’s actually essential. In today’s episode, we’re diving into faith-rest: God’s invitation to step out of striving and into His peace. Together we’ll explore three...

Not feeling the Holy Spirit doesn’t mean you don’t have Him. Many believers wrestle with doubt, uncertainty, and feelings that don’t line up with their faith. In today’s episode, we dig into three powerful words—Facts, Faith, Feelings—and discover how this order can help you renew your mind, break destructive habits, and walk in confidence with the Spirit of God. I’ll share part of my own winding...

Have you ever been in a situation where you knew you had to move forward, but fear made you freeze? In this episode, I share a funny-but-terrifying story from the passenger seat of my son’s first driving lesson — and how it taught me everything about trusting God. You’ll discover three “Just Keep Seeking” mindsets that can move you forward when fear tells you to stop, plus four practical steps to...

Not all health risks are linked to your DNA or inherited from your parents.  In fact, a good number of health factors can be attributed to the quality of our thought life.  It’s true that “you are what you eat” – but today, the phrase “You are what you think” is taking center stage in today’s podcast.   Did you know that negative thinking can trigger physical symptoms like headaches, fatigue, dige...

Today we’re digging into what it means to have sobriety, which in its purest definition means a sound and well-balanced  mind.  You see, sobriety actually comes from the Greek word “sophron,” which refers to an unhurried and calm mind; a mind that has self-control.  That’s why sobriety is all about thinking and not drinking!     We’re also taking a closer look at the name of this podcast – Day One...

Do you sometimes feel stuck as a Christian?  Is the “Sweet Life” with Jesus more sour than you’d like to admit? Do you look at believers with “unshakable faith” from a vantage point of shaking in your boots, wondering what they have that you don’t?     I walked in those shaky boots for two decades before I discovered a consistent, unchanging, and unshakable God.  He’s the same yesterday, today, an...