To Help You Heal

Welcome to the final episode in our series on grieving with grace. Over the past four weeks, we’ve explored the depths of grief—what it is, common misconceptions, and how to walk the path of healing with intention. Today, we’re focusing on a pivotal moment: how to move forward, even when you feel like you’re not ready. In This Episode: Learn how to carry your memories, connections, and healing int...

Welcome to week three of our grief series. Over the past two weeks, we’ve explored grief, the misconceptions that can make it more complicated, and why we can’t simply push it away. This week, we’re shifting focus to the path to healing and how grief, while painful, can also be a journey of discovery. In this episode, I invite you to: See grief as more than a journey of loss—it’s also a journey of...

Welcome to week two of our four-part series on grief. Last week, we discussed grief, what it looks like, and why it feels so hard. This week, we’re tackling a different but equally important topic: misconceptions about grief—the things people say, or we tell ourselves that can make the grieving process even more challenging. In this episode, we’ll explore: Common misconceptions about grief, like “...

In this week's episode of To Help You Heal, we're beginning a heartfelt four-week series on grief. December can be an especially challenging time for those of us navigating loss, whether it's your first holiday season without a loved one or another year of figuring out how to carry your grief. You don't have to do this alone. In this episode, we're unpacking: What grief is: how it impacts us physi...

Welcome to this week's episode of To Help You Heal! Thanksgiving is here, and it's the perfect time to pause and ask ourselves: What's my goal for the holiday season? Spoiler alert—it's not about creating a picture-perfect, Hallmark-style holiday. Real life isn't a neatly wrapped movie, and that's okay. This week, I'm sharing a fresh perspective on letting go of unrealistic expectations and focusi...

Welcome back to To Help You Heal! This week, I'm exploring the idea of finding sweetness amid our struggles. Last week, we discussed gratitude and learning to see the good and the great in our lives—not just in November but all year round. Today, I want to discuss how we can hold on to that gratitude even in life's frustrating, challenging, and unexpected moments. Key Takeaways: Learning Gratitude...

Welcome back to To Help You Heal! I'm Marie Monville, and if you're listening in real-time, it's November—the month we often think about gratitude. Over the years, I've tried to make gratitude a lasting practice, something meaningful that goes beyond Thanksgiving, but I'll admit, it hasn't always clicked. I realized that the problem wasn't gratitude itself but how I approached it. So, this month,...

Episode Summary: Welcome back to To Help You Heal! This week, I'm exploring why so many of us feel "stuck" in different areas of life—whether it's in relationships, careers, or even our daily habits. With the end of the year fast approaching, I've been reflecting on how this time can bring a sense of urgency to go after the goals we set in January. In this episode, I'll unpack the psychological an...

Episode Overview Welcome back to To Help You Heal. In this episode, I explore one of the most challenging and crucial topics in relationships: understanding what love is—and what it isn't. After talking with many women recently who feel unloved but are told otherwise by their partners, I thought it was time to address this head-on. If you're seeking clarity about your relationship or want to under...

Episode Overview: In this episode of To Help You Heal, I'm asking an important  question: Are you having fun? I share personal stories and insights on why fun isn’t just an optional add-on but an integral part of creating a life we love. Episode Highlights: Why Fun Matters: When our schedules get more intense, it's easy to sideline "fun". I explore how making time for fun can improve your mood, re...

In this episode, we're diving into the idea of seasonal reflection and the importance of taking time to pause and assess where we are in life. As the leaves change and fall ushers in cooler temperatures, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the past few months—how they felt, what we've learned, and how we can move forward intentionally. Join me as we explore: The power of reflection in personal g...

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal reflection on life, growth, and the unexpected ways God speaks to us—like through a dream I had involving praying mantises. I talk about the powerful messages that can come through our dreams and why paying attention to these signs is so important for our faith journey. Using the story of Gideon as a backdrop, I explore how God guides us even when we feel un...

In this episode, I'm sharing my story and the journey I've been on since the Amish schoolhouse shooting. I talk about the pain and loss I faced but also the incredible ways that faith and a shift in perspective helped me move forward. I hope my experiences remind you that you can find beauty and strength even in life's darkest moments. No matter what challenges you're walking through, there is hop...

In this episode, we're talking about the power of belief. Believing that a comeback story is for you is the key to transformation. We'll talk about how our perspective shapes our reality and the importance of embracing our journey from the starting line without defining the outcome before we begin. From my own experiences, I know that healing and growth are possible—even when it feels like everyth...

In this episode, I'm sharing exactly how you can write your comeback story. We all hit roadblocks—whether it's a tough time in our personal lives, career challenges, or emotional setbacks. But here's the thing: you can turn it around no matter where you are right now. I'm breaking down a straightforward, no-fluff guide to help you get unstuck, reset your mindset, set meaningful goals, and take tan...

In this episode, I share my journey of finding healing and purpose after facing some very challenging circumstances. Our circumstances don't have to define us, but they do shape us and change how we see ourselves and the world around us. I talk about the importance of choosing how we respond to hardship and why embracing vulnerability by sharing our stories can be so powerful. No matter where we c...

I share my healing journey this week because while my life feels normal, I sometimes forget that it's not normal. I've experienced tragedy in several areas of life, and I discuss how my lived experiences have profoundly shaped my perspective. It's why I'm passionate about encouraging others going through difficult seasons. From my childhood dreams of becoming a wife and mother to the heart-wrenchi...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of giving and receiving positive feedback in all relationships. Following last week's reveal of Rooted, my guided journal for couples, I share how the practice of appreciation can reshape negative thought patterns and strengthen connections—not just in romantic partnerships but in every type of relationship. Learn practical ways to incorporate positive fee...

In this episode, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of a project I’ve been working on—a guided journal crafted to help couples deepen their connection. I’ll share how the idea came to life, the creative journey, and what you can expect from the journal. It features 52 weekly prompts that encourage meaningful conversations, uncover deep insights, and foster emotional intimacy. I believe that...

When was the last time you set unrealistic expectations for yourself? In that moment, did you think, "When is good good enough?" I have the answer for you, and it's the focus of our episode this week. As someone who used to struggle with perfectionism, I've learned that embracing "good enough" brings many positive benefits, such as unlocking creativity, fostering growth, and leading to a more enjo...

In this episode of To Help You Heal, I explore the concept of limiting beliefs and how they can prevent us from reaching our full potential. Limiting beliefs are negative statements we think or say to ourselves that restrict what we can achieve. We'll journey through the identification of our limiting beliefs and explore the stories behind them. We'll discuss the importance of taking responsibilit...

What does a miracle mean to you? A week ago, my definition would have been straight out of a textbook: an event that defies natural or scientific explanation, requiring divine intervention. Our brains generally gravitate toward stories of extraordinary outcomes, pinnacle moments, and inexplicable events. However, after last week's conversation on miracles, I began to rethink what "qualifies as a m...

Have you ever felt like the direction God (and your circumstances) were taking you couldn't be further from the miracle you needed?    Maybe everything feels like it's getting harder and darker. The breakthrough you envisioned is nothing like the reality you're walking out. If so, this podcast is for you! This week, I'm talking about navigating life when it doesn't look like a miracle because, the...

When was the last time you walked a difficult road? Maybe it's happening right now? And while we can't always avoid them, we can be better prepared if we have a plan. So, let's create one together. This week, I'll walk you through my "emergency preparedness plan"—all of it—physical, spiritual, and emotional. Instead of overthinking and expecting the worst-case scenario, what if we could process (a...

This week, we're returning to the stories from last week- the widow with the jars of oil and the Shunamite woman. We're taking it a step further as we talk about relentlessly pursuing God (and his promises) because it comes from the consistency of our choices and beliefs about God and what he's doing in our lives. Do we believe that He's speaking to us? Will we press in (and through) when it's not...