Linking Arms

Loss is a topic we often shy away from as a society but all of us at some point or another will go through it. Having suffered several devastating personal losses, our guest Jodie, shares her journey of finding hope, of finding life after loss. Grief can overhwhelm us when we cling too to it, and if we don't deal with our loss we can find ourselves unable to function. For some though, it's easier...

Seeking clarity requires us to be brave enough to acknowledge what lies beneath the surface. We often go throguh life in survival mode, not quite in tune with what's truly going on around us; we over-schedule ourselves and avoid what’s really bothering us. When we are authentic and honest with ourselves we are able to uncover what we truly want, and make steps towards that. Our guest outlines a pr...

As women we are often so willing to help others but struggle to ask for help. We overextend ourselves and suffer in silence when help is sometimes just a call away. Our guest shares about her difficult upbringing and how seeing her mom struggle led to her journey of wanting to serve others. As a successful professional, she realised that she can't do it all, and didn't need to. She started a compa...

We are celebrating 50 episodes! We’ve talked about a variety of topics from “Genuine Connections” to “Forgiveness” to “Self-care.” Our podcast is underpinned by our 4 pillars: to heal, grow, inspire and empower! We have had some amazing guests on our show who have shared their stories vulnerably, openly and authentically with us. With each episode we aim to encourage women but more so to be real a...

Unforgiveness robs us of peace and contentment and it festers by allowing bitterness and resentment to settle in. When we start on the path of forgiveness by being honest about our feelings and thoughts, we start the process of releasing all the emotions which hurt us. Although difficult to move on from hurt, we need to be willing to process it, and heal. Our guest, Bre, reminds us that there is n...

Trigger Warning: Mentions suicide Life happens! and sometimes that results in us questioning who we are. Our identity not only defines who we are, but often determines how we show up in life. We sometimes fall into the trap of misaligning our identity with what we do or to specific roles we play but our identity is not dependant on any of these external factors. Our guest experienced a traumatic e...

Our addiction to distractions robs us of joy and peace. We turn to distractions to avoid our lives, to distract us from what's really going on. Often trauma influences our ability to rest as well. During the holidays especially, we become overly occupied with busyness that isn't always necessary, and turn a season which is meant to birng us joy and hope into one that exhausts us. We can delight in...

Not all resolutions need to be verbalised. Our guest shares about a difficult relationship with a parent and how holding onto unforgiveness negatively impacted her self-image and the relationship. We sometimes hold onto untrue perspectives when relationships we value don't look or feel the way we expect them to. We don't always have to actively confront issues, sometimes we can make room for God t...

*Trigger Warning - May contain sensitive content. * Shame tries to convince us that we are failures because of the mistakes we've made. We start to define ourselves by our missteps and shortcomings. In this episode our guest shares her experience with shame which led to her making poor decisions, and potentially endangering herself in the process. When we shift our perspective from what others thi...

As women we often focus on others first, and we put ourselves last. This is where self-care comes in, we have to prioritize time for ourselves. Although self-care can be manicures and massages, it can also be self-responsibility by taking care of our health and making sure we listen to the signs our bodies are trying to communicate to us. We have to learn that self-care is not selfish, and realise...

Trigger Warning: Sensitive content The topic of hope is a favourite at Purposeful Living and one we know many people relate to. Hope can sometimes seem lost when we face hurt, grief and difficult seasons. It is often in these times when we need to cling to hope the most, and be expectant that God will show up when we least expect it. In this episode our guest shares about periods in her life when...

Are you advocating for yourself? Do you politely challenge when you believe that your wellbeing or that of a loved one could be better addressed if you were listened to? Often we believe that by speaking up we are being impolite, when in fact we often know more about ourselves and our capabilites than others. Have you ever known through your gut instinct that something was wrong, or needed to be c...

Healing is a process, and one we often avoid for fear of the pain that might come with it. Our guest shares her journey of healing and talks about how we have to take an internal inventory to identify and succesfully heal from things that are causing us pain. She encourages us to be patient, to seek and ask for forgiveness, to praise God and to be rooted in Christ in the steps she has outilined in...

In life there are different seasons that we may face. We can sometimes become impatient and frustrated, especially when it seems like we are in a waiting season. It is in these times that we can perhaps view our situations as being planted and not buried: allowing God to work in us and grow deeper roots. When we are honest with ourselves about the season we are in we can better tap into what we ne...

We all have a destiny; one only we can fulfill, one the world needs. Our destiny is determined by our intentionality to pursue purpose. We empower ourselves when we view our journeys as either learning or winning, and give ourselves the opportunity to embrace the season we're in and find purpose in the wins and the challenges that life brings our way. We can find comfort in knowing that God walks...

In Part 2 of "Healing Environments" we take a deeper look at how we can set ourselves up to create healing environments in our lives. With the awareness that we need to remove obstacles and move towards making more healthy choices, there is a new element we need to consider: Our thoughts. As much as we need to make adjusments to our physical environment, we also need to take stock of our inner tho...

Our guest today dives into why our bodies are sick and how we can be a part of healing them. She reminds us that we have control over our lifestyle and our environment. By being more mindful of what we do on a daily basis, we can significantly contribute to the betterment of our wellbeing. We challenge you to think of one small shift you can make today as an investment towards your longterm health...

Freedom means different things to different people. For us, freedom means being set free through Jesus's sacrifice on the cross; we don't have to strive for it or try to earn it because it has been given to us as a gift. In this episode we explore 3 aspects of freedom and how that relates not only to our personal growth but to our ability to make an impact in this world. Share with us - what does...

As we get older we sometimes forget to be playful. We get bogged down by the seriousness of life and forget to look on the bright side. There are many ways in which we can incorporate play in our lives and ensure it becomes a priority. Being playful and focusing on the joy in our lives helps us to show up more fully not only for others but for ourselves as well. We spread light and joy when we all...

There is a difference between fun and joy. Fun can be temporary in its sometimes fleeting nature. When we esperience joy it enriches our lives. When we accept where we are and find joy even through the difficult seasons, we are able to be in gratitude. We need to be intentional about cultivating joy in our lives.

Loneliness is a significant problem in our community. We sometimes feel that we can't be our authentic selves and as a result become disconnected from others and from God. We feel our problems are insignificant in relation to others, and so we don’t share or reach out for help. In order to build genuine connection with others, we need to feel safe to not only be ourselves but open up about what’s...

We are called to shine our light - proudly, authentically, brightly! Sometimes though, the darkness comes to try and extinguish our light and that's when we most need support and encouragement. In this episode Nadine and her guest explore the beauty of each of our indivudual lights and are reminded that we need to stand together to bring greater light into the world.

TRIGGER WARNING We often think that grief only comes in one form but the reality is that grief comes in different ways. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one, a lost opportunity, a broken relationship, a missed expectation. In this episode Nadine’s guest shares her journey of grief and the strength she finds in Christ. She highlights that the road to healing starts by acknowledging the feeli...

When we are not true to ourselves and are out of alignment we may become victims of circumstance; responding to external triggers in a way that doesn't align with our core values. Join us as we delve into what it means to live authentically and how our core values can positively impact our lives. It's time for you to live an authentic life - remembering who you are at the core and trusting the per...

It can be so easy to focus our time and energy on what drags us down - leaving us in a state of discontent. It's important to take the time to shift our attention and focus on what's good in our lives, even the smallest things. When we are intentional and take time to be aware of the gift that life is, we have so much more to be thankful for. Join us today as we encourage you to shift your attitud...