Trauma Healing for Christian Women - Regulate Emotions, Intrusive Thoughts, Nervous System, Anxiousness, Overthinking, EMDR

You are powerful because God is powerful, and His Spirit resides in you as you are a Christian Woman.  However, life, hurt, pain, disappointment, insecurity, and other things can get in the way of you feeling and living in that power on a daily basis.  If you know that you want to change, improve your life, get unstuck, and break free from the things that hold you back so that you can go from mere...

Today's Scripture meditation is based on Deuteronomy 31:8, with the message that the Lord Himself goes before you, is with you, and will never leave or forsake you to encourage you to reflect on the areas of life where God's presence and guidance are needed and there to overcome anxiety, fear, and discouragement. , especially in moments of fear or discouragement.  God is already ahead, leading the...

What are six common indicators that signal the need for change and taking action in order to achieve your desired results?  Michelle shares each of them with you in this episode because you can't just wait and pray for your desired results to happen without ever taking any action.  You need to actively make good choices and take steps toward achieving the outcome goals you want to experience. When...

  In this episode we discuss the importance of challenging negative self-messages and identifying needs and deficits in order to live life more authentically.  It is important to learn to challenge false beliefs and use scripture and sound mental health concepts to combat negative thoughts and emotions, and address practical needs such as sleep, nutrition, exercise, and hydration.  Learning to ide...

In this episode titled "Psalm 107:29 - Hushed Waves Stills Storms," we meditate on the power of God to still storms and hush the waves of life.  God has the ability to silence the storms in our lives, bringing peace and rest. This meditation encourages listeners to reflect on what storms they may be facing and to trust in God's power to still them. The episode concludes with a reminder to take our...

  Do you want to live a life of "settle for" by default or accepting what happens to you, or do you want to live a life of powerful impact, using all that God has provided for you to make the best difference in your life, be an effective parent, a supportive spouse, a peace-filled warrior for God's plans for your life and the ways He has uniquely created you to make a difference in this world and...

The stories we tell ourselves aren't always completely accurate, and these inaccuracies can cause us a great deal of distress.  Learning to examine your story in light of scripture as well as putting the story of what has happened to you through where you were in your age, development, and circumstances can help to shed light on stuck points and where you might gain power and freedom by changing y...

This meditation touches on the concept of stillness and the importance of finding quietness and calmness in one's relationship with God, exploring the idea of being content and confident, having already received all that is needed. Choosing to calm and quiet oneself in the presence of God, by knowing that He is the source and provider is something you can cultivate. The episode encourages listener...

God has a beautiful story written for you, His Masterpiece, you the enemy tries to steal from you and interupt your story so that you spend so much time absorbed by the wounds and trying to heal and break free that you don't actually have the healed time to go live the empowered, God-written story!  It's a deception.  Healing is possible.  You can heal from mental and emotional pain, overcome stuc...

You are a creation of a perfect God, and He knows that you are expertly crafted according to His recipe and design.  If you feel insecure, uncertain, stuck in old patterns or emotional pain and hurt, mental anguish or doubt, you've been stolen from.  Your self-worth and identity are yours for the taking, the claiming, because they were perfectly placed in you by your Creator.  You are a unique mas...

  Following Scriptures from the Bible as guidelines for how to live wisely and well is an important practice for peace, stress reduction, and ultimately living a life of purpose and value well for God and others.  Listen in to focus your mind on God's Word today.

Are you sick and tired of repeating the same old cycles and wondering if it is even possible to break free from the anxiety, pain, or emotional or mental struggle?  It is!  Today, Michelle introduces a new series on her Emotional Freedom Framework that will help you to take back your power and break free from the things that hold you back from the life you really want to live and were created by G...

Coping with loss and transition and grieving with hope is important.

God has good plans for your future.  

God's Truth Will Work for You, too, but so many women feel  inadequate and believe they are the exception to God's promises. It's time to reject the lies and embrace the truth that God's love and redemption applies to you.  You can use intentional actions to make a positive impact, and your self-worth is because of Who made you and Whose you are, not based on their own efforts being good enough or...

Remembering our special people and experiences can help us to connect with a "felt sense of safety" that can help our mental health and help us cope with anxiety and squelch anxious feelings.  It can help us to learn how to shift from a state of fight or flight to a state of rest and digest in the body's nervous system so that we can cope better, be calmer, and feel more joy.  Listen in to learn a...

Start your day with God's loving kindness and presence. Embrace God's loving kindness through this mindful devotional centered around Psalm 143:8, which highlights the significance of hearing God's loving kindness in the morning and trusting in Him and feeling into His presence. 

This episode offers 10 tips for healthy romantic relationship choices whether before dating or committing to marriage.  The choices we make in this area can impact us for years and years.  It's important not to settle in relationships or relationship expectations.   Connect With Us Here: https://linktr.ee/michellecroyle    

In this episode, we explore the challenges of building relationships, particularly for individuals who have experienced past betrayals or have anxiety, emphasizing the importance of taking things slow, engaging with safe individuals, and becoming a safe and healthy person oneself.  Encouragement for open communication, setting boundaries, and assessing the character and circumstances of others bef...

What "good" fight are you fighting today with God's direction.  How will you show up?  Envision yourself taking those steps as you offer up prayer for God's direction for your day.

In this episode, gain valuable insights for managing parenting seasons of transition and times of change. Discover how to navigate your overwhelming feelings, find calm in the chaos, and empower your children to handle life's challenges. Don't miss out on this episode packed with wisdom and encouragement for Christian mothers seeking peace and growth. Click Here to Connect With Us More  

In this episode of the "Mental Health for Christian Women" podcast, host, Michelle Croyle, professional counselor and EMDR trauma specialist, addresses the topic of fear, worry, and existential crises related to time, regret, and transitions. She emphasizes the importance of living in the present and not letting fears control our thoughts and actions. She advises seeking help if these worries pers...

There is a time and time for everything that needs to be accomplished, and today is where we have the power to live.

Lisa was only in her early 50s and lost her husband.  She describes the painful journey and how she got through the past year of grief, rebuilding, healing from trauma, pain, and loss, and moving on with her daughters.  She was determined not to get stuck in grief and chose to feel into her feelings to heal with God.

When frustration occurs, we can step away and ask ourselves a few questions to help manage the overwhelming feelings, anxiety, and stress so that we can manage the difficult situations with success and greater ease than by simply forcing things that aren't working.