Called and Curious

You’re invited. Not to something big. Not something you have to plan perfectly. Just a moment. In this episode, we’re doing something a little different… we’re having a Bloom Party 🌸 A Bloom Party is a simple, powerful way to:  – calm your body  – quiet the mental noise  – return your attention to God  – and plant something good, true, and beautiful in your life You can do this alone… or with a f...

Why does life still feel overwhelming… even when you’re trying to trust God? I see you there. You're holding a lot right now. Get 3 simple shifts to come back inside (even when life feels stormy). If you’ve ever thought: 👉 “If I could just fix everything, then I’d feel okay…” 👉 “Why do I still feel anxious when I’m doing all the right things?” This episode is for you. In this episode, we ta...

Have your thoughts ever felt… loud? Not necessarily wrong.  Not even dramatic. Just constant. 👉 replaying  👉 overthinking  👉 never really settling In this episode, we’re looking at your thoughts in a completely different way: 🌿 not as something to fix…  🌿 but as something that’s growing Because your mind isn’t a machine. 👉 It’s a Mind-Garden . And whether you realize it or not… something is...

Have you ever wished you could just… ✨ spin the chair ✨ get the makeover ✨ and walk out thinking differently, feeling lighter, and finally at peace? But instead… you’re stuck with the same thought on repeat: 👉 “I’m not doing enough.” 👉 “I should be further by now.” 👉 “Why does this still feel so hard?” In this episode, we’re doing something different. We’re not just talking about the thought...

When was the last time you were celebrated… not for pushing through, but for finally taking care of yourself? Not for doing more. Not for holding it all together. Not for being everything to everyone. Just for being kind to yourself. In the Canary Islands, there’s a tradition: when a woman shows herself a kindness, her sisters congratulate her. And something about that feels both beautiful… and a...

Some stories deserve to be told again and again. In this episode of Called & Curious , we step into the lives of five remarkable women who trusted God when life was difficult, uncertain, and even heartbreaking. Their stories span generations and continents—from World War II Europe to the mountains of China to the Amazon rainforest. These women weren’t fearless. They weren’t perfect. But they t...

Feel a little flat lately? A little heavy? Like your zest for life quietly packed a bag and left? Here’s something wild: the average adult laughs only about 10–20 times a day. Kids? Hundreds. So what happened? In this playful, science-backed episode, we explore why your brain thrives on joy, how stress quietly dulls your spark, and why laughter might be one of the simplest ways to reset your nervo...

Have you ever finished something hard… and then immediately moved on? No pause. No celebration. No “that mattered.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing but still somehow behind, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re talking about why celebration can feel awkward — and why your brain actually needs it. Because here’s the truth: Your mind is wired with a negativity bias. You’ll...

Belonging, Comparison, and the 99 Sheep We all know the Parable of the Lost Sheep in Luke 15. We picture the one who wandered. The one who needed rescuing. The one who was found. But what about the ninety-nine? In this episode, we explore what it means to live as part of the 99 — the sheep who stayed. What does faith look like when you’re not in crisis? What happens in your heart and nervous syste...

You don’t lack discipline. You lack a pause. If you’ve ever felt called, convicted, or inspired… and then still scrolled, avoided, or procrastinated — this episode will change how you see yourself. Today we break down dopamine — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and explain why it quietly trains your habits, your attention, and even your obedience. You’ll learn:  • What dopamine actually does in y...

What if the most dangerous thing about your faith isn’t doubt… but familiarity? In this episode of the Called & Curious Podcast , we wrestle with a question that’s uncomfortable, funny, and deeply biblical: What if Jesus thinks your faith is boring? Scripture tells us Jesus was amazed only twice—once by faith, and once by unbelief. That means belief is never neutral. Hesitation isn’t harmless....

What if the way you experience life isn’t reality itself—but the mental model you’re wearing? In this episode of Called & Curious , we’re talking about Life in the Hood —a framework for understanding the mental models (or “hoods”) our brains learned to wear to stay safe, belong, and navigate the world. You’ll learn why some people feel instantly easy to be around, why others activate you witho...

Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things—growing, changing, trusting God—but everything feels harder instead of easier? You’re tired. You’re uncomfortable. You’re wondering, “Am I stuck?” In this episode, I want to gently reframe that question—because chances are, you’re not stuck. You’re becoming. We’re talking about the change gap —that in-between space where old patterns no lon...

A new year always comes with big energy—and a lot of noise. Everyone is telling you what to do: set goals, build habits, join programs, overhaul your life. And suddenly, instead of feeling hopeful, you feel overwhelmed. Too many options. Too many shiny ideas. Too much pressure to get it “right.” So how do you actually choose one thing to focus on—one thing that can change how this year feels , not...

Positive affirmations vs. God’s truth—and why renewing your mind changes everything. Are positive affirmations actually helping—or just making us feel better for a minute? In this episode, I unpack the difference between positive thinking and true mind renewal . We talk about toxic positivity, capturing your thoughts, and why God’s truth doesn’t just encourage you—it rewires your brain, reshapes y...

What if the reason life feels overwhelming isn’t your circumstances—but where your attention keeps landing? Learn how awareness changes experience—and why that can change everything for you. In this episode of Called & Curious , I explore a simple but powerful truth: awareness changes experience .  Through a relatable story, faith-based insight, and gentle neuroscience, you’ll discover how not...

What if the way you show up changes the entire atmosphere? In this episode, we explore the fragrance of Christ through a hilarious real-life story, Scripture, and neuroscience. Learn how presence, peace, and love impact the nervous system, shape connection, and help us carry God’s peace into everyday moments. A faith-based conversation about embodiment, spiritual growth, and how love can be felt—n...

A Called & Curious conversation where faith, story, and brain science intertwine to help you live from the overflow. This episode was hard to make. In a season meant for hope, joy, and peace, the world feels heavier than ever—marked by division, violence, judgment, and overwhelming expectations. This is a raw, unscripted reflection on grief, faith, and the courage it takes to keep choosing lov...

In this powerful faith-and-neuroscience episode, we step onto a quiet Thanksgiving morning beach where seashells, waves, dolphins, and a perfectly intact sand dollar become a moving picture of how God forms us, strengthens us, and speaks to us through the swirl of everyday life. You’ll learn why the “waves” in your life—the disruptions, the changes, the unexpected movement—might actually be the pl...

Do you fall asleep just fine… but then bolt awake at 2 or 3 AM with your heart racing, your mind spiraling, and your body convinced something is wrong? You are not alone — and there’s a real reason this keeps happening. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the surprising neuroscience, hormones, and nervous system patterns behind those middle-of-the-night wakeups. You’ll learn what your body is...

A Called & Curious conversation where faith, story, and brain science intertwine to help you live from the overflow. A Conversation with Gabe Cox: What does it look like to pursue your God-given goals without the pressure, hustle, or burnout? Today I’m joined by Gabe Cox —author, speaker, runner, and founder of the Red Hot Mindset community. If you’ve ever wrestled with self-doubt, perfectioni...

How Your Nervous System, Your Expectations, and Your Identity Collide... Hey friend — welcome back to the Called & Curious Podcast, where there’s no pressure, no performance, just peace … and just enough humor to keep us from crying in the pantry. Today’s episode is a deep dive into one of my favorite metaphors ever: 👉 Your cup (what you carry) 👉 Your crown (who you are) 👉 And why life feel...

A Called & Curious conversation where faith, story, and brain science intertwine to help you live from the overflow. Hey friend… welcome back to the Called & Curious Podcast — where there’s no pressure, no performance, just peace. Today’s episode is for every woman who has whispered the sacred words: “ I think I just need a day off. ” “ If I could just get ONE night of sleep …” “ Honestly,...

A Called & Curious conversation where faith, story, and brain science intertwine to help you live from the overflow. Hey friend — this episode is pure fire. 🔥 I’m sitting down with Kristin Dronchi , a faith-filled entrepreneur and coach who helps women build businesses by God’s design —not by hustle or hype. Together, we talk about what it really means to step onto your battlefield of purpose...

A Called & Curious conversation where faith, story, and brain science intertwine to help you live from the overflow. 90% of people don’t know what our own name means. But does it even matter? Spoiler: it matters — to God, to your identity, and to the way your brain is wired. In this hands-on, heart-opening episode, you’ll play The Name Game — a mix of Scripture, neuroscience, and sticky-note s...