We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is a time to speak and a time to be silent. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:7, "There is a time for everything,  and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be silent and a time to speak." Luke 12:12, “for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.” 1 Thessalonians 4:11, "...and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you." Questions to ask when questioning whether to be silent or speak: 1. Have I checked my heart? In other words…what are my motives? 2. Do I need to process my own pain first? 3. What’s the end goal? Reconciliation or revenge? 4. Have I listened? (hint: you shouldn’t speak or be silent until you truly listen) 5.  If I choose silence, will I get resentful? 6.  If I speak, is it out of love? 7.  Have I spoken with the Lord about it first? 8.  Have I sought wise counsel? Final thoughts: I’ve noticed the Lord often asks us to do whatever is outside our comfort zone. If you are used to being silent, He is likely calling you to learn to speak up.

We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is a time to speak and a time to be silent. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:7, "There is a time for everything,  and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be silent and a time to speak." Luke 12:12, “for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.” 1 Thessalonians 4:11, "...and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you." Questions to ask when questioning whether to be silent or speak: 1. Have I checked my heart? In other words…what are my motives? 2. Do I need to process my own pain first? 3. What’s the end goal? Reconciliation or revenge? 4. Have I listened? (hint: you shouldn’t speak or be silent until you truly listen) 5.  If I choose silence, will I get resentful? 6.  If I speak, is it out of love? 7.  Have I spoken with the Lord about it first? 8.  Have I sought wise counsel? Final thoughts: I’ve noticed the Lord often asks us to do whatever is outside our comfort zone. If you are used to being silent, He is likely calling you to learn to speak up.

Talk Therapy: 8 Questions to Answer - Should I Speak or Be Silent?

We just wrapped up The Restored Series. Be sure to take the time to listen if you missed any of those episodes. We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is shame vs. sorrow. Shame says, “Keep this a secret.” Sorrow says, “It’s time to surrender.” Shame stays in the dark; sorrow is an opportunity to step into the light. Shame condemns. Sorrow convicts. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:10, "Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death." Romans 8:1-2, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death." Process:  Reflect on Godly sorrow in your life and receive it

We just wrapped up <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/talk-therapy-restored-series/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Restored Series</a>. Be sure to take the time to listen if you missed any of those episodes. We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is shame vs. sorrow. Shame says, “Keep this a secret.” Sorrow says, “It’s time to surrender.” Shame stays in the dark; sorrow is an opportunity to step into the light. Shame condemns. Sorrow convicts. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:10, "Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death." Romans 8:1-2, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death." Process:  Reflect on Godly sorrow in your life and receive it

Talk Therapy: Shame vs. Sorrow

We just wrapped up The Restored Series. Be sure to take the time to listen if you missed any of those episodes. We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is letting go and I've invited a very special guest to share with you - my daughter, Ellie. In this episode, she shares her own struggle to let go of a good thing and trust that God has a purpose in moving her into a new season.  Process: Why are you afraid of leaving? Remember to BOOGIE – be outstanding or get involved elsewhere

We just wrapped up <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/talk-therapy-restored-series/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Restored Series</a>. Be sure to take the time to listen if you missed any of those episodes. We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is letting go and I've invited a very special guest to share with you - my daughter, Ellie. In this episode, she shares her own struggle to let go of a good thing and trust that God has a purpose in moving her into a new season.  Process: Why are you afraid of leaving? Remember to BOOGIE – be outstanding or get involved elsewhere

Talk Therapy: When God Says "Let Go"

My book, Image Restored, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 18 where we discuss healthy and unhealthy community. Therapist Thoughts: "We are made in the image of God; therefore, we have His relational DNA. We’re wired for connection. When something or someone damages our “wiring,” it doesn’t have to be fatal or final. Taking the risk to restore relational cords can move us from isolation to consolation." - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: Create a "community wheel" Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.)

My book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 18 where we discuss healthy and unhealthy community. Therapist Thoughts: "We are made in the image of God; therefore, we have His relational DNA. We’re wired for connection. When something or someone damages our “wiring,” it doesn’t have to be fatal or final. Taking the risk to restore relational cords can move us from isolation to consolation." - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: Create a "community wheel" Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.)

Talk Therapy: Community Restored

My book, Image Restored, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 17 where we discuss God’s grace. Therapist Thoughts: "Take a moment to sit in the stillness of God’s presence. Imagine grace being freely poured over you like warm, fragrant oil. Breathe in deeply as it is absorbed into every thirsty cell. Notice any places where the oil does not soak in. Offer those areas to the Lord and allow His gentle grace to soften your soul until it is fully saturated and satisfied." - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: The antidote to shame is grace. Pray:  2 Corinthians 12:9, "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz

My book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 17 where we discuss God’s grace. Therapist Thoughts: "Take a moment to sit in the stillness of God’s presence. Imagine grace being freely poured over you like warm, fragrant oil. Breathe in deeply as it is absorbed into every thirsty cell. Notice any places where the oil does not soak in. Offer those areas to the Lord and allow His gentle grace to soften your soul until it is fully saturated and satisfied." - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: The antidote to shame is grace. Pray:  2 Corinthians 12:9, "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/quiz/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz</a>

Talk Therapy: Grace Restored

My book, Image Restored, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 16 where we discuss God’s love and Jesus’ blood. Psalm 103:8 says, “The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.” That phrase “abounding in love” can be expressed in a single Hebrew word, chesed, meaning “goodness, kindness.” This is only the tip of the iceberg in exploring the Bible and what we find about God’s love for us. If we look at the character of God throughout all of Scripture, we see this theme of His goodness and kindness toward humanity. It’s a love that most of us don’t know from humans, yet God shows that love to us every day, no matter our failures or sins. He loves you, my friend. Therapist Thoughts: “God’s love. You can’t buy it. You can’t lose it. It is unconditional, with no strings attached. It is not dependent on your looks or any measure of performance. Love can’t be earned. It’s freely given. You can find it anywhere. It’s for everyone. Including you, no matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you’ve done. His love covers it all.” - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: Ask the Lord how much He loves you. Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.)

My book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 16 where we discuss God’s love and Jesus’ blood. Psalm 103:8 says, “The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.” That phrase “abounding in love” can be expressed in a single Hebrew word, chesed, meaning “goodness, kindness.” This is only the tip of the iceberg in exploring the Bible and what we find about God’s love for us. If we look at the character of God throughout all of Scripture, we see this theme of His goodness and kindness toward humanity. It’s a love that most of us don’t know from humans, yet God shows that love to us every day, no matter our failures or sins. He loves you, my friend. Therapist Thoughts: “God’s love. You can’t buy it. You can’t lose it. It is unconditional, with no strings attached. It is not dependent on your looks or any measure of performance. Love can’t be earned. It’s freely given. You can find it anywhere. It’s for everyone. Including you, no matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you’ve done. His love covers it all.” - Dr. Linda Hoover Process: Ask the Lord how much He loves you. Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.)

Talk Therapy: Love Restored

This week our theme comes from chapter 15 of Image Restored where we discuss how your unique design is a reflection of being made in God's image. Process: What do you see when you look in the mirror? Write all the things that come to mind. Strikethrough negative attributes and ask what God sees instead. Circle positive attributes and ask God why He designed you that way. Do you see Jesus reflected in your image? Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz

This week our theme comes from chapter 15 of Image Restored where we discuss how your unique design is a reflection of being made in God's image. Process: What do you see when you look in the mirror? Write all the things that come to mind. Strikethrough negative attributes and ask what God sees instead. Circle positive attributes and ask God why He designed you that way. Do you see Jesus reflected in your image? Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/quiz/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz</a>

Talk Therapy: Image Restored

My book, Image Restored, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 14. This chapter is about body restoration, but my heart for this episode is to emphasize that God cares about your body. After all, it was His idea and He called it "good."  Do you think of your body as a friend, acquaintance, or an enemy? Learning to listen to your body starts with rebuilding trust in it and with God. Two key quotes from this chapter: "Your body is always speaking to you." "Where our minds go, our body and lives will follow." Process: What does my thought process look like around my body? How is my relationship currently with my body? Does it need to be restored? Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz

My book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 14. This chapter is about body restoration, but my heart for this episode is to emphasize that God cares about your body. After all, it was His idea and He called it "good."  Do you think of your body as a friend, acquaintance, or an enemy? Learning to listen to your body starts with rebuilding trust in it and with God. Two key quotes from this chapter: "Your body is always speaking to you." "Where our minds go, our body and lives will follow." Process: What does my thought process look like around my body? How is my relationship currently with my body? Does it need to be restored? Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/quiz/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz</a>

Talk Therapy: Body Restored

My book, Image Restored, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 13. This chapter is actually about expectations, but I wanted to sit and have some real talk with you about why it’s important to be real with ourselves, God, and others about our expectations, fears, thoughts, emotions, or anything else that is weighing us down. Two key quotes from this chapter: "Stop comparing yourself to your younger self; she’s another woman." "My future grandchildren will not remember Grandma by my wrinkles or gray hair; instead, they will remember a woman who feared and praised the Lord." Therapist Thoughts: The brain is far more sophisticated than we realize. No one has to say that we are more valuable, special, or worthy when we are skinny or have a certain body type. Our brains automatically fill in the gaps when we see that those who get the most attention in the media are thin, youthful, attractive people. This leaves the brain constantly evaluating questions about our identity and worth through the lens of, How attractive, thin, or acceptable am I? This is incredibly stressful, as something as important as our worth as human beings is constantly being evaluated based solely on our outward appearance. On a sticky note, write words of affirmation to retrain your brain to focus on the truth from God’s Word. (Adapted from Dr. Shannon Crawford) Process: Expectations line: What expectations have you set that you are exhausted from trying to live up to? Pray: Psalm 26:2, "Test me, Lord, and try me, examine my heart and my mind." Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, Image Restored. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz

My book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>, was released in March and we are in a Restored Series here on the podcast. While this series can address body image struggles, I am teaching how you can apply it to ANY area of your life. We have covered a lot of topics in this series, so if you missed any, now is a great time to go listen to any you missed. This week our theme comes from chapter 13. This chapter is actually about expectations, but I wanted to sit and have some real talk with you about why it’s important to be real with ourselves, God, and others about our expectations, fears, thoughts, emotions, or anything else that is weighing us down. Two key quotes from this chapter: "Stop comparing yourself to your younger self; she’s another woman." "My future grandchildren will not remember Grandma by my wrinkles or gray hair; instead, they will remember a woman who feared and praised the Lord." Therapist Thoughts: The brain is far more sophisticated than we realize. No one has to say that we are more valuable, special, or worthy when we are skinny or have a certain body type. Our brains automatically fill in the gaps when we see that those who get the most attention in the media are thin, youthful, attractive people. This leaves the brain constantly evaluating questions about our identity and worth through the lens of, How attractive, thin, or acceptable am I? This is incredibly stressful, as something as important as our worth as human beings is constantly being evaluated based solely on our outward appearance. On a sticky note, write words of affirmation to retrain your brain to focus on the truth from God’s Word. (Adapted from Dr. Shannon Crawford) Process: Expectations line: What expectations have you set that you are exhausted from trying to live up to? Pray: Psalm 26:2, "Test me, Lord, and try me, examine my heart and my mind." Resource: The resource I recommend for all of these episodes is my book, <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/image-restored/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Image Restored</a>. (If you’ve already purchased the book, join the private community on the book page. We will email you free resources and printables you can use right away.) <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.com/quiz/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What's Your Body Trying to Tell You Quiz</a>

Talk Therapy: Real Restored

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I'm chatting with author Michael MacKenzie about his book, Don’t Blow Up Your Ministry: Defuse the Underlying Issues that Take Pastors Down. Dr. Michael MacKenzie is the executive director of Marble Retreat, an intensive counseling center for Christian leaders, and he is the supervisor of the Doctorate of Ministry Pastor Care track at Lincoln Christian University. A licensed professional counselor for 26 years specializing in caring for pastors, he has also been a chaplain and is an ordained pastor. He is an author, speaker, and teacher on ministry and counseling issues. Key Points from Our Conversation:  People that work in ministry choose to do so to serve others, but often that can lead them to performance-based stress.  Ministry is stressful and Satan is cunning, so it's important to be aware of our own brokenness. When we begin to say yes out of guilt and fear, we are no longer motivated by love and freedom.  Fear of man seeps in when we're seeking love, value, and respect from others. It's a process to get the truth of God fully into our hearts, souls, and minds.  We are all works in progress, so have grace. Being aware of our wounds helps us respond with a different reaction. Most people in ministry are so focused on others, they don’t inspect themselves and ask what’s going on and why. What is my brokenness that’s causing these situations? People in ministry can use hard work as a means to outwork their insecurities. We need to be aware of our motivations - when are we doing it for God and when does it become about ourselves? If you have trouble resting, ask what the fear is that's driving you on a deeper level. The most common problems for ministry leaders are isolation, unrealistic expectations, and poor boundaries. If you want to attack your root issues, pay attention and ask for God to reveal what you're missing and journey in relationship with others who can speak into your life. We can help care for church leaders by managing our expectations of them. Is there someone else who could assist me with my issue?  Let’s Get Real Practical: Is my life pace sustainable? If not, what needs to change? How am I really doing? How is my heart? Connect with Michael: website | Instagram | Facebook Connect with Rachael: website | Instagram | Facebook

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I'm chatting with author Michael MacKenzie about his book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Blow-Your-Ministry-Underlying-ebook/dp/B092Q2R6HT" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Don’t Blow Up Your Ministry: Defuse the Underlying Issues that Take Pastors Down</a>. Dr. Michael MacKenzie is the executive director of <a href="https://marbleretreat.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Marble Retreat</a>, an intensive counseling center for Christian leaders, and he is the supervisor of the Doctorate of Ministry Pastor Care track at Lincoln Christian University. A licensed professional counselor for 26 years specializing in caring for pastors, he has also been a chaplain and is an ordained pastor. He is an author, speaker, and teacher on ministry and counseling issues. Key Points from Our Conversation: <ul> <li>People that work in ministry choose to do so to serve others, but often that can lead them to performance-based stress. </li> <li>Ministry is stressful and Satan is cunning, so it's important to be aware of our own brokenness. When we begin to say yes out of guilt and fear, we are no longer motivated by love and freedom. </li> <li>Fear of man seeps in when we're seeking love, value, and respect from others. It's a process to get the truth of God fully into our hearts, souls, and minds. </li> <li>We are all works in progress, so have grace. Being aware of our wounds helps us respond with a different reaction.</li> <li>Most people in ministry are so focused on others, they don’t inspect themselves and ask what’s going on and why. What is my brokenness that’s causing these situations?</li> <li>People in ministry can use hard work as a means to outwork their insecurities. We need to be aware of our motivations - when are we doing it for God and when does it become about ourselves?</li> <li>If you have trouble resting, ask what the fear is that's driving you on a deeper level.</li> <li>The most common problems for ministry leaders are isolation, unrealistic expectations, and poor boundaries.</li> <li>If you want to attack your root issues, pay attention and ask for God to reveal what you're missing and journey in relationship with others who can speak into your life.</li> <li>We can help care for church leaders by managing our expectations of them. Is there someone else who could assist me with my issue?</li> </ul> Let’s Get Real Practical: Is my life pace sustainable? If not, what needs to change? How am I really doing? How is my heart? Connect with Michael: <a href="https://marbleretreat.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael.mackenzie.106/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/marbleretreat" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Connect with Rachael: <a href="https://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> | <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

#168: Defuse the Underlying Issues with Michael MacKenzie

Rachael Gilbert is a therapist on a mission to bridge the gap between mental health and faith. She believes in the power of Jesus and therapy and loves to have honest conversations about both. Tune in on Mondays for short talk therapy episodes, always 15 minutes or less. And on Wednesdays, we share guest interviews with people whose message will bring you hope, healing, and encouragement.Stick around until the show for "Let's Get Real Practical",  a short segment where Rachael shares counselor-approved strategies to take this real talk episode and make it relevant in your everyday life through simple action steps.

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Rachael Gilbert is a therapist on a mission to bridge the gap between mental health and faith. She believes in the power of Jesus and therapy and loves to have honest conversations about both. Tune in on Mondays for short talk therapy episodes, always 15 minutes or less. And on Wednesdays, we share guest interviews with people whose message will bring you hope, healing, and encouragement. Stick around until the show for "Let's Get Real Practical", a short segment where Rachael shares counselor-approved strategies to take this real talk episode and make it relevant in your everyday life through simple action steps.

Real Talk with Rachael Podcast

Diana Burks

Raise your hand if you have, or are currently, walked through a difficult season. Raise the other hand if you have or currently struggle with anxiety. My guess is that every single person reading this raised both hands. I am excited to bring this new podcast episode to you on "Expecting Blessings During Difficult Seasons". I had the privilege of interviewing my friend, Diana Burks, on this topic just days before my dad had a very invasive back surgery. God knew I needed to hear this message because I leaned on so much truth and wisdom that I gleaned from recording this episode.  Some things we chat about:  A difficult season Diana walked through and what God taught her  Real Talk about anxiety, how it emerged in a difficult season &amp; how she combats it Practical tips for someone currently in a difficult season The truth about God during these difficult seasons Her heart &amp; ministry for young girls Her new book, "Ignite Your Influence" releasing this year   You can connect with Diana here:  Ignite Influence Ministries God's Girls Greatness  To enter to WIN the book by Joyce Meyer, go here: www.rachaelgilbert.com www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert

Raise your hand if you have, or are currently, walked through a difficult season. Raise the other hand if you have or currently struggle with anxiety. My guess is that every single person reading this raised both hands. I am excited to bring this new podcast episode to you on "Expecting Blessings During Difficult Seasons". I had the privilege of interviewing my friend, Diana Burks, on this topic just days before my dad had a very invasive back surgery. God knew I needed to hear this message because I leaned on so much truth and wisdom that I gleaned from recording this episode.  Some things we chat about: <ul> <li>A difficult season Diana walked through and what God taught her </li> <li>Real Talk about anxiety, how it emerged in a difficult season &amp; how she combats it</li> <li>Practical tips for someone currently in a difficult season</li> <li>The truth about God during these difficult seasons</li> <li>Her heart &amp; ministry for young girls</li> <li>Her new book, "Ignite Your Influence" releasing this year</li> </ul> You can connect with Diana here: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.igniteinfluenceministries.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ignite Influence Ministries</a></li> <li><a href="http://arburks.wixsite.com/godgirlsgreatness" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">God's Girls Greatness</a></li> </ul> To enter to WIN the book by Joyce Meyer, go here: <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachaelgilbert.com</a> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert</a>

#04: Real Talk on Anxiety & Expecting Blessings in the Midst of Difficult Seasons with Diana Burks

Dannah Gresh

Today’s guest, Dannah Gresh, is an author of countless books, founder of Secret Keeper Girl, and is a freedom fighter who is making an impact that is causing a ripple effect in many households, including my own. Dannah holds a special place in my heart because it was through my encounter with her at a women’s retreat that God began a healing work in my heart. As I chatted with Dannah, I got real about a secret sin in my life that God convicted me of and I confessed to my husband. We also chatted about lies many girls and women believe and the truth that sets them free. Today’s episode might be one of the most vulnerable ones I’ve released so lean into the hard places and let God speak to you. I promise it will be worth it. Here are a few things we chatted about on the show:  How her ministry, Secret Keeper Girl (now True Girl) got started How we met &amp; the powerful exercise she led me through that brought freedom into my life and marriage Real talk about how God used her to bring a secret sin of mine into the light What Dannah wishes more girls and women knew about themselves The most common lie women and young girls believe And many nuggets of truth along the way!  If this episode blesses you, please consider leaving an Apple podcasts (formerly iTunes) review and sharing on social media! Follow Dannah on Instagram here. Follow Secret Keeper Girl Apply for the Masterclass we discussed in the episode here. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

Today’s guest, Dannah Gresh, is an author of countless books, founder of Secret Keeper Girl, and is a freedom fighter who is making an impact that is causing a ripple effect in many households, including my own. Dannah holds a special place in my heart because it was through my encounter with her at a women’s retreat that God began a healing work in my heart. As I chatted with Dannah, I got real about a secret sin in my life that God convicted me of and I confessed to my husband. We also chatted about lies many girls and women believe and the truth that sets them free. Today’s episode might be one of the most vulnerable ones I’ve released so lean into the hard places and let God speak to you. I promise it will be worth it. Here are a few things we chatted about on the show: <ul> <li>How her ministry, Secret Keeper Girl (now True Girl) got started</li> <li>How we met &amp; the powerful exercise she led me through that brought freedom into my life and marriage</li> <li>Real talk about how God used her to bring a secret sin of mine into the light</li> <li>What Dannah wishes more girls and women knew about themselves</li> <li>The most common lie women and young girls believe</li> <li>And many nuggets of truth along the way!</li> </ul> If this episode blesses you, please consider leaving an Apple podcasts (formerly iTunes) review and sharing on social media! Follow Dannah on Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/dannah_gresh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Follow <a href="https://secretkeepergirl.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Secret Keeper Girl</a> Apply for the Masterclass we discussed in the episode <a href="https://dannahgresh.com/masterclass/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaelgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#29: Lies We Believe & the Truth That Sets Us Free with Dannah Gresh

Have you ever encountered a valley in life? Valleys are generally low points that we never anticipated or saw coming. On this week's episode of Real Talk with Rachael, Dr. Cindy Haggerton shared about the valleys of infidelity and infant loss that she and her husband, Dr. JimBob walked through in their life. This was a very real and vulnerable episode that will bless every single person who listens. Here are a few things we chatted about:   Their infidelity story and how God has totally redeemed it. Their infant loss story and the emotions and grief process that followed. Practical tips for someone going through a valley. The root of their issues when their marriage almost came crashing down. Why they decided to stay and fight for their family and hope for those who are deciding whether to stay and fight. The one question a counselor asked them when they decided to reconcile their marriage that made it possible for them to go all in. Disappointment with the Lord.    Prepare to have your heart blessed as you listen to Dr. Cindy tell their story.   We will have both Dr. Cindy &amp; Dr. Jim Bob back on the show to discuss their valley of an injury they weren't expecting and how they have walked through that victoriously. Both of them are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health and wellness so be sure to follow them on social media.   Go follow them on Instagram here:   Dr. Cindy   Dr. Jim Bob   As mentioned on the show, we are giving $25 cash back on any YoungLiving starter kits ordered for the next month. Simply click the link below to order then send an email to rachael@rachaelgilbert.com to get your $25 rebate.    Essential Oils starter kit here!   Connect with me on Instagram here or on my website here.

Have you ever encountered a valley in life? Valleys are generally low points that we never anticipated or saw coming. On this week's episode of Real Talk with Rachael, Dr. Cindy Haggerton shared about the valleys of infidelity and infant loss that she and her husband, Dr. JimBob walked through in their life. This was a very real and vulnerable episode that will bless every single person who listens. Here are a few things we chatted about: <ul> <li>Their infidelity story and how God has totally redeemed it.</li> <li>Their infant loss story and the emotions and grief process that followed.</li> <li>Practical tips for someone going through a valley.</li> <li>The root of their issues when their marriage almost came crashing down.</li> <li>Why they decided to stay and fight for their family and hope for those who are deciding whether to stay and fight.</li> <li>The one question a counselor asked them when they decided to reconcile their marriage that made it possible for them to go all in.</li> <li>Disappointment with the Lord.</li> </ul> Prepare to have your heart blessed as you listen to Dr. Cindy tell their story. We will have both Dr. Cindy &amp; Dr. Jim Bob back on the show to discuss their valley of an injury they weren't expecting and how they have walked through that victoriously. Both of them are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health and wellness so be sure to follow them on social media. Go follow them on Instagram here: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/drcindyh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Cindy</a> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/doctorjimbob" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Jim Bob</a> As mentioned on the show, we are giving $25 cash back on any YoungLiving starter kits ordered for the next month. Simply click the link below to order then send an email to rachael@rachaelgilbert.com to get your $25 rebate. <a href="https://www.youngliving.com/vo/#/signup/new-start?sponsorid=1819185&amp;enrollerid=1819185&amp;isocountrycode=US&amp;culture=en-US&amp;type=member" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Essential Oils starter kit here!</a> Connect with me on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram here</a> or on my <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website here.</a>

#27: Claiming Victory in the Valleys of Life

Dana K. White

I'm excited for the first episode of 2019 to be with special guest, Dana K. White of A Slob Comes Clean. Dana K. White is an author, podcaster, speaker, and (much to her own surprise) a Decluttering Expert. She taught both English and Theatre Arts before leaving her job to make her family her life's work. In an attempt to get her home under control, Dana started blogging as "Nony" (short for anonymous) at A Slob Comes Clean. Dana soon realized she was not alone in her housekeeping struggles and in her feelings of shame. Today, Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy through her blog, weekly podcasts, and videos. Dana lives with her husband and three kids just outside of Dallas, Texas. Oh, and she’s funny. I know many of our New Year's resolutions include getting our home in order and Dana shares many practical tips on this week's episode. Here are a few things we chatted about:  How Dana got started online with her undercover name, A Slob Comes Clean The definition of decluttering The biggest hurdle Dana had to jump over to begin decluttering her own home How letting others into her struggle helped her on the decluttering journey How clutter struggles affect identity in women Practical tips to implement now The container concept Tips on managing laundry day How to stay on top of decluttering daily How to declutter when you have emotional ties to objects  Dana just launched a course called the 5 Day Clutter Shakedown. It is on sale this month only for $25 (normally $40) using code NEWYEAR19. Grab it here! You can connect with Dana on her website, Instagram, &amp; Facebook as a Slob Comes Clean. Get your copy of her books wherever books are sold: Decluttering at the Speed of Life!  How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind  A special thank you to our show sponsor,  Cultivate What Matters. For the month of January only, use code realtalkrachael for 10% off one order!  Shop here!

I'm excited for the first episode of 2019 to be with special guest, Dana K. White of <a href="http://www.aslobcomesclean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Slob Comes Clean</a>. Dana K. White is an author, podcaster, speaker, and (much to her own surprise) a Decluttering Expert. She taught both English and Theatre Arts before leaving her job to make her family her life's work. In an attempt to get her home under control, Dana started blogging as "Nony" (short for anonymous) at A Slob Comes Clean. Dana soon realized she was not alone in her housekeeping struggles and in her feelings of shame. Today, Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy through her blog, weekly podcasts, and videos. Dana lives with her husband and three kids just outside of Dallas, Texas. Oh, and she’s funny. I know many of our New Year's resolutions include getting our home in order and Dana shares many practical tips on this week's episode. Here are a few things we chatted about: <ul> <li>How Dana got started online with her undercover name, A Slob Comes Clean</li> <li>The definition of decluttering</li> <li>The biggest hurdle Dana had to jump over to begin decluttering her own home</li> <li>How letting others into her struggle helped her on the decluttering journey</li> <li>How clutter struggles affect identity in women</li> <li>Practical tips to implement now</li> <li>The container concept</li> <li>Tips on managing laundry day</li> <li>How to stay on top of decluttering daily</li> <li>How to declutter when you have emotional ties to objects</li> </ul> Dana just launched a course called the <a href="https://dana-k-white.teachable.com/?affcode=180349_l5f9fx0_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Day Clutter Shakedown</a>. It is on sale this month only for $25 (normally $40) using code NEWYEAR19. <a href="https://dana-k-white.teachable.com/?affcode=180349_l5f9fx0_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Grab it here!</a> You can connect with Dana on her website, Instagram, &amp; Facebook as a Slob Comes Clean. Get your copy of her books wherever books are sold: <a href="https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/book" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Decluttering at the Speed of Life! </a> <a href="http://www.aslobcomesclean.com/manage-home-without-losing-mind/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind </a> A special thank you to our show sponsor, <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cultivate What Matters</a>. For the month of January only, use code realtalkrachael for 10% off one order! <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Shop here!</a>

#23: Decluttering at the Speed of Life with Dana K. White

Hey friends! Welcome back to Real Talk with Rachael. Today I am pulling back the curtains on my own life and getting real about a struggle I’ve had in my own life that God is convicting and correcting me - my Instagram addiction. I also want to share some really exciting news - starting January 8, 2020, this show will be delivered to you weekly! You can expect a new episode every Wednesday morning to help you not just survive but thrive through your week. Today we're talking about:  Four convictions and corrections to demolish shame and bring our sin into the light. Cognitive-behavioral therapy for overcoming addiction Defining triggers and how to manage them  Download the free worksheet that goes with this episode here! We will be taking a break from the show over the holidays so I can spend time with family and prepare for the launch of weekly episodes in 2020. I pray you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

Hey friends! Welcome back to Real Talk with Rachael. Today I am pulling back the curtains on my own life and getting real about a struggle I’ve had in my own life that God is convicting and correcting me - my Instagram addiction. I also want to share some really exciting news - starting January 8, 2020, this show will be delivered to you weekly! You can expect a new episode every Wednesday morning to help you not just survive but thrive through your week. Today we're talking about: <ul> <li>Four convictions and corrections to demolish shame and bring our sin into the light.</li> <li>Cognitive-behavioral therapy for overcoming addiction</li> <li>Defining triggers and how to manage them</li> </ul> <a href="https://rachaelgilbert.lpages.co/cbt" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Download the free worksheet that goes with this episode here!</a> We will be taking a break from the show over the holidays so I can spend time with family and prepare for the launch of weekly episodes in 2020. I pray you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#48: Real Talk About My Instagram Addiction

Ashley Willis

Join the conversation this week on Real Talk with Rachael as I chat with special guest, Ashley Willis. Ashley Willis is the author and co-author of seven books and scores of viral blog articles on issues related to faith, mental health, motherhood, and marriage. Along with her husband Dave, she co-hosts the popular Naked Marriage Podcast and MarriageToday TV program. Ashley's resources have provided encouragement, hope and practical instruction to millions around the world. Ashley and Dave live with their four amazing sons and their spoiled dog "Chi Chi" in Keller, Texas. In today’s show, Ashley and I got real about what a naked marriage really looks like as well as her story of overcoming anxiety and her advice and resources she recommends to anyone walking through anxiety. Here are a few of things we chatted about:  What transparency and intimacy in marriage really looks like What is a naked marriage? Her struggle with anxiety and her journey of overcoming it (plus her favorite resources on this topic) The most downloaded podcast topic on their podcast, The Naked Marriage (Warning: the results might shock you!) And much more #realtalk goodness you don't want to miss!  To enter to WIN a copy of The Naked Marriage book simply text the phrase NAKEDMARRIAGE to the number 44222. For additional resources and to connect with Ashley please visit www.AshleyWillis.org Buy the book she recommended: 31 Verses and Prayers for the Anxious Heart and Mind Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

Join the conversation this week on Real Talk with Rachael as I chat with special guest, Ashley Willis. Ashley Willis is the author and co-author of seven books and scores of viral blog articles on issues related to faith, mental health, motherhood, and marriage. Along with her husband Dave, she co-hosts the popular Naked Marriage Podcast and MarriageToday TV program. Ashley's resources have provided encouragement, hope and practical instruction to millions around the world. Ashley and Dave live with their four amazing sons and their spoiled dog "Chi Chi" in Keller, Texas. In today’s show, Ashley and I got real about what a naked marriage really looks like as well as her story of overcoming anxiety and her advice and resources she recommends to anyone walking through anxiety. Here are a few of things we chatted about: <ul> <li>What transparency and intimacy in marriage really looks like</li> <li>What is a naked marriage?</li> <li>Her struggle with anxiety and her journey of overcoming it (plus her favorite resources on this topic)</li> <li>The most downloaded podcast topic on their podcast, The Naked Marriage (Warning: the results might shock you!)</li> <li>And much more #realtalk goodness you don't want to miss!</li> </ul> To enter to WIN a copy of The Naked Marriage book simply text the phrase NAKEDMARRIAGE to the number 44222. For additional resources and to connect with Ashley please visit <a href="http://www.ashleywillis.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.AshleyWillis.org</a> Buy the book she recommended: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachaeljgilbert?listId=2ETYBP5OVU0BU&amp;ref=idea_share_inf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">31 Verses and Prayers for the Anxious Heart and Mind</a> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaelgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#38: The Naked Marriage with Ashley Willis

Buckle your seat belt because this week's podcast episode is full of #realtalk.  I interviewed Jamila Jackson, founder of Loved &amp; Blessed Box, and we dove head first into some hot topics. We chatted about:  Depression: her battle with it and how she overcomes Redemption: how God has used her struggles with depression and infertility to birth her company that is all about encouraging others  Idols: we both came clean on our love (or hate) of clothes and people's approval Judgment: Jamila shares a story about how God revealed she was judging others  Loved &amp; Blessed is this week's show sponsor and they have a fun gift for YOU!  Grab your subscription box HERE and use code realtalk for a special gift with your order! As always, don't forget to leave those iTunes review!  They help other people, just like you, find the show!  Keeping things real, Rachael Joy

Buckle your seat belt because this week's podcast episode is full of #realtalk.  I interviewed Jamila Jackson, founder of <a href="http://lovedandblessed.com/?aff=12" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Loved &amp; Blessed</a> Box, and we dove head first into some hot topics. We chatted about: <ul> <li>Depression: her battle with it and how she overcomes</li> <li>Redemption: how God has used her struggles with depression and infertility to birth her company that is all about encouraging others </li> <li>Idols: we both came clean on our love (or hate) of clothes and people's approval</li> <li>Judgment: Jamila shares a story about how God revealed she was judging others</li> </ul> <a href="http://lovedandblessed.com/?aff=12" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Loved &amp; Blessed</a> is this week's show sponsor and they have a fun gift for YOU!  Grab your subscription box HERE and use code realtalk for a special gift with your order! As always, don't forget to leave those iTunes review!  They help other people, just like you, find the show!  Keeping things real, Rachael Joy

#11:  Real Talk on Overcoming Depression, Idols, & a Judgmental Heart

Welcome to 2020! This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking about the condition of our hearts. Did you know that the NLT version of the Bible mentions the heart 565 times? It's very important to God and just might be your secret to success in the new year. TODAY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT:  what God is showing me about my own heart condition why your heart is so important to God a few things that the Bible tells us about our hearts and our relationship with God three steps for spiritual open-heart surgery the secret to your success  Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

Welcome to 2020! This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking about the condition of our hearts. Did you know that the NLT version of the Bible mentions the heart 565 times? It's very important to God and just might be your secret to success in the new year. TODAY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT: <ul> <li>what God is showing me about my own heart condition</li> <li>why your heart is so important to God</li> <li>a few things that the Bible tells us about our hearts and our relationship with God</li> <li>three steps for spiritual open-heart surgery</li> <li>the secret to your success</li> </ul> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#49: Start the New Year with a Renewed Heart

Jennifer Allwood

This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking to Jennifer Allwood. Jennifer is a passionate cheerleader of women who adds Biblical truth to the modern-day “dream big” mantra. She’s the author of Fear Is Not the Boss of You: How to Get Out of Your Head and Live the Life You Were Made For and host of The Jennifer Allwood Show which holds a regular spot in the Top 25 Entrepreneurship Podcasts in the world with 1.5 million downloads. Her no-nonsense approach to doing things you are scared to do and saying yes to God is helping women everywhere build the life and business of their dreams. When she’s not coaching her nearly 3,000 clients each month, she’s spending time with her husband Jason and their four children. Today we're talking about:  Knowing where your fear comes from can help you get to the next step of solving it. Spiritual resistance is common when dealing with fears, Jennifer’s book shows how to deal with that. “Imposter syndrome” often begins when you start a business. Who is teaching our kids how to be brave when they’re scared? It has to come down to the parents. You’re capable of being scared and doing it anyway. “I can do hard things and not die.” “Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.” John Wayne Courage is the new confidence “Courage says you may not know what you’re doing but you’ll try it anyway.”  Don’t forget to text the phrase “RealTalkGiveaway” to the number 44222 to be entered to win giveaways from show guests and sponsors! Connect with Jennifer on her website, Instagram, or Facebook. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram or Facebook.

This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking to Jennifer Allwood. Jennifer is a passionate cheerleader of women who adds Biblical truth to the modern-day “dream big” mantra. She’s the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Not-Boss-You-Your-ebook/dp/B081MWRTPD/ref=sr_1_2?crid=10EEWY2630EM1&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=fear+is+not+the+boss+of+you+allwood&amp;qid=1585415009&amp;sprefix=fear+is+not+the+b%2Caps%2C335&amp;sr=8-2" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fear Is Not the Boss of You: How to Get Out of Your Head and Live the Life You Were Made For</a> and host of <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jennifer-allwood-show/id1206006469" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Jennifer Allwood Show</a> which holds a regular spot in the Top 25 Entrepreneurship Podcasts in the world with 1.5 million downloads. Her no-nonsense approach to doing things you are scared to do and saying yes to God is helping women everywhere build the life and business of their dreams. When she’s not coaching her nearly 3,000 clients each month, she’s spending time with her husband Jason and their four children. Today we're talking about: <ul> <li>Knowing where your fear comes from can help you get to the next step of solving it.</li> <li>Spiritual resistance is common when dealing with fears, Jennifer’s book shows how to deal with that.</li> <li>“Imposter syndrome” often begins when you start a business.</li> <li>Who is teaching our kids how to be brave when they’re scared? It has to come down to the parents.</li> <li>You’re capable of being scared and doing it anyway. “I can do hard things and not die.”</li> <li>“Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.” John Wayne</li> <li>Courage is the new confidence</li> <li>“Courage says you may not know what you’re doing but you’ll try it anyway.”</li> </ul> Don’t forget to text the phrase “RealTalkGiveaway” to the number 44222 to be entered to win giveaways from show guests and sponsors! Connect with Jennifer on her <a href="https://jenniferallwood.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/themagicbrushinc" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#62: Fear is Not the Boss of You with Jennifer Allwood

On our first episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're taking a few deep breaths and talking about anxiety. 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

On our first episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're taking a few deep breaths and talking about anxiety. 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." Connect with Rachael on the<a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> website</a>,<a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Instagram</a> and/or<a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook</a>.

Talk Therapy: Anxiety

Lara Casey

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Lara Casey, CEO of Cultivate What Matters. Lara Casey is a mom to three (one through the gift of adoption), a grateful wife, and a believer in the impossible. As CEO of Cultivate What Matters, Lara is the creator of the best-selling PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner, the Write the Word Bible journals, and she authored two books: Make it Happen and Cultivate. In her free time Lara and loves getting her hands dirty in the garden with her kiddos in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Today we're talking about:  Lara’s first art print, “You Know All Those Things…” The PowerSheets that allowed her to focus on what mattered most to her How to live intentionally The trap of comparison Questions to ask yourself to make sure the goals you are choosing are the right things for this season in your life How to make sure your goals are rooted in good soil with 2020GoalSetting.com Lara’s podcast, “Cultivate Your Life”  Remember to use the code, “RealTalkRachael” in the Cultivate What Matters shop for 10% your purchases, now until March 31st! And don’t forget to head over to my Instagram to enter to win a set of PowerSheets of your very own! Connect with Lara at her website, Instagram, or Facebook Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram or Facebook

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Lara Casey, CEO of <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Cultivate What Matters</a>. Lara Casey is a mom to three (one through the gift of adoption), a grateful wife, and a believer in the impossible. As CEO of Cultivate What Matters, Lara is the creator of the best-selling <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/collections/2020-powersheets?sscid=21k4_cz795" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner</a>, the <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/collections/journals" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Write the Word Bible journals</a>, and she authored two books: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Make-Happen-Surrender-Fear-Purpose/dp/0529101505/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=lara+casey&amp;qid=1581983475&amp;sr=8-2" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Make it Happen</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cultivate-Grace-Filled-Guide-Growing-Intentional/dp/0718021665/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=lara+casey&amp;qid=1581983475&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Cultivate</a>. In her free time Lara and loves getting her hands dirty in the garden with her kiddos in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Today we're talking about: <ul> <li>Lara’s first art print, “<a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/collections/prints/products/handwriting-desk-card-gold-foil" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">You Know All Those Things…</a>”</li> <li>The <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/collections/2020-powersheets?sscid=21k4_czbem" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PowerSheets</a> that allowed her to focus on what mattered most to her</li> <li>How to live intentionally</li> <li>The trap of comparison</li> <li>Questions to ask yourself to make sure the goals you are choosing are the right things for this season in your life</li> <li>How to make sure your goals are rooted in good soil with <a href="https://laracasey.com/2020-goal-setting-series/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">2020GoalSetting.com</a></li> <li>Lara’s podcast, “<a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/pages/podcast-1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Cultivate Your Life</a>”</li> </ul> Remember to use the code, “RealTalkRachael” in the <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/collections/2020-powersheets?sscid=21k4_cz795" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Cultivate What Matters</a> shop for 10% your purchases, now until March 31st! And don’t forget to head over to my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> to enter to win a set of PowerSheets of your very own! Connect with Lara at her <a href="https://cultivatewhatmatters.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/laracasey/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LaraCasey/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

#56: Living an Intentional Life with Lara Casey

Anne Beiler

This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Anne Beiler of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. Anne Beiler began twisting pretzel in 1987 and grew a single farmer’s market stand into Auntie Anne’s Inc., the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. Her professional success, however, was forged after years of darkness, depression, and despair brought on by the death of her nineteen-month-old daughter. Anne’s personal story and entrepreneurial insights have been featured on many television shows including Secret Millionaire, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and Good Morning America. She has been highlighted in numerous publications such as Fortune Magazine, and Inc Magazine. In 2005, Anne sold Auntie Anne’s and authored the business memoir, Twist of Faith. Today, Anne speaks to audiences around the world inspiring people with her authentic stories and life experiences. Her mission is to help women overcome the pain, blame, and shame of their past by sharing their stories. Today we're talking about:  “Life is hard and God is good. No matter what happens to us, He is good.” Anne went to work making pretzels to support her husband’s vocation of free marriage counseling Jesus has a purpose in our pain God gave Anne something as simple as a pretzel and used it as a platform for her to share her testimony James 5:16 says, “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” (NIV) Learning this and practicing this in her life led her out of darkness Proverbs 6:5, “Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler.” (NIV) Confession is the highest form of communication Anne has discovered three types of confession - bedtime prayers, journaling our feelings and experiences to God and confessing one person to another  Connect with Anne on her website, Instagram or Facebook Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram or Facebook

This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Anne Beiler of <a href="https://www.auntieannes.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Auntie Anne’s Pretzels</a>. Anne Beiler began twisting pretzel in 1987 and grew a single farmer’s market stand into Auntie Anne’s Inc., the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. Her professional success, however, was forged after years of darkness, depression, and despair brought on by the death of her nineteen-month-old daughter. Anne’s personal story and entrepreneurial insights have been featured on many television shows including Secret Millionaire, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and Good Morning America. She has been highlighted in numerous publications such as Fortune Magazine, and Inc Magazine. In 2005, Anne sold Auntie Anne’s and authored the business memoir, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Twist-Faith-Beiler-Founder-Pretzels/dp/1595553401" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twist of Faith</a>. Today, Anne speaks to audiences around the world inspiring people with her authentic stories and life experiences. Her mission is to help women overcome the pain, blame, and shame of their past by sharing their stories. Today we're talking about: <ul> <li>“Life is hard and God is good. No matter what happens to us, He is good.”</li> <li>Anne went to work making pretzels to support her husband’s vocation of free marriage counseling</li> <li>Jesus has a purpose in our pain</li> <li>God gave Anne something as simple as a pretzel and used it as a platform for her to share her testimony</li> <li>James 5:16 says, “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” (NIV) Learning this and practicing this in her life led her out of darkness</li> <li>Proverbs 6:5, “Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler.” (NIV)</li> <li>Confession is the highest form of communication</li> <li>Anne has discovered three types of confession - bedtime prayers, journaling our feelings and experiences to God and confessing one person to another</li> </ul> Connect with Anne on her <a href="https://auntieannebeiler.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/auntieanneb/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/auntieannebeiler/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

#61: Overcoming Trauma & Finding Purpose in the Pain with Anne Beiler

This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael, I'm bringing to you a simple therapeutic exercise you can use when you feel overwhelmed - it's a different kind of bucket list. Take time to sit with the Lord and ask Him what is in your bucket that He has not given you the grace to carry. Read more here Matthew 11: 28-30, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael, I'm bringing to you a simple therapeutic exercise you can use when you feel overwhelmed - it's a different kind of bucket list. Take time to sit with the Lord and ask Him what is in your bucket that He has not given you the grace to carry. <a href="http://rachaelgilbert.com/talk-therapy-whats-in-your-bucket" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more here</a> Matthew 11: 28-30, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

Talk Therapy: What's in Your Bucket?

Malinda Fuller

Join us today on Real Talk with Rachael as I interview special guest, Malinda Fuller. Malinda Fuller s an acclaimed author, speaker, and blogger that desires to inspire her readers to choose obedience over hustle. And that is exactly what we chatted about today plus all of this awesomeness:  The FUN adventure her family is taking in this season of life. Her book: Obedience Over Hustle: The Surrender of the Striving Heart. What's so wrong with this hustle culture. How hustling differs from just having a good work ethic What we have to lose if we give ourselves over to the "hustle" way of doing things How the hustle culture lifestyle differs from the way Jesus lived  Be sure to text REALTALK to 44222 to stay up to date via email all things regarding the show and goodies from sponsors! Special thanks to Cultivate What Matters for being today's show sponsor. Click  HERE to shop and support the show! Be sure to use code RealTalkRachael for 10% off your order! Connect with Melinda on her website, Instagram and Facebook. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

Join us today on Real Talk with Rachael as I interview special guest, Malinda Fuller. Malinda Fuller s an acclaimed author, speaker, and blogger that desires to inspire her readers to choose obedience over hustle. And that is exactly what we chatted about today plus all of this awesomeness: <ul> <li>The FUN adventure her family is taking in this season of life.</li> <li>Her book: Obedience Over Hustle: The Surrender of the Striving Heart.</li> <li>What's so wrong with this hustle culture.</li> <li>How hustling differs from just having a good work ethic</li> <li>What we have to lose if we give ourselves over to the "hustle" way of doing things</li> <li>How the hustle culture lifestyle differs from the way Jesus lived</li> </ul> Be sure to text REALTALK to 44222 to stay up to date via email all things regarding the show and goodies from sponsors! Special thanks to Cultivate What Matters for being today's show sponsor. Click <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> HERE</a> to shop and support the show! Be sure to use code RealTalkRachael for 10% off your order! Connect with Melinda on her <a href="https://www.malindafuller.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/malinda.fuller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/malindafullerwrites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook.</a> Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaelgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#40: Obedience Over Hustle with Malinda Fuller

This week we dive into part 3 of our Biblical Body Image series. If you missed the first 2 episodes in this series click  HERE for part one and  HERE for part two. Today we are chatting about the power of a submitted heart and a sound mind when it comes to having a Biblical body image. Don't forget to share this series with a friend and leave those iTunes review! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

This week we dive into part 3 of our Biblical Body Image series. If you missed the first 2 episodes in this series click <a href="http://rachaelgilbert.com/ep-32-real-talk-about-biblical-body-image/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> HERE</a> for part one and <a href="http://rachaelgilbert.com/ep-33:-5-reasons-we-struggle-with-body-image/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> HERE</a> for part two. Today we are chatting about the power of a submitted heart and a sound mind when it comes to having a Biblical body image. Don't forget to share this series with a friend and leave those iTunes review! Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaelgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#34: The Power of a Submitted Heart & Sound Mind {Biblical Body Image Part 3}

Gwen Smith

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Gwen Smith - a popular conference speaker, author, worship leader, coach, podcaster and volleyball enthusiast who lives in sunny North Carolina and has been married to her hunky college honey, Brad, for 26 years. They are tired parents to three tall young adults who keep them on their toes and on their knees. Her online friends meet at GwenSmith.net where she helps women know and trust God more. Her popular podcast, GRACEOLOGIE with Gwen Smith, has fun, faith-focused, grace-filled interview-style conversations with practical tips and honest discussions to encourage women in meaningful ways to live out and lean on the grace of Jesus in the midst of cluttered, messy days. Today we're talking about:  Managing our online time and prayer time with less distraction by using a notepad to jot down distracting thoughts during prayer time and changing your browser homepage to a blank webpage to avoid being bombarded by entertainment and news. How to get to know God in whatever season you’re currently in. How Gwen helps women grow in faith beyond their “feelings, failures, and fears” through K.N.E.E.E.L - Know Him, Notify (your heart, your enemy, and your girlfriends), Express the Mess, Exchange Your Will for His, Expand your Heart in Worship, Learn the Word. Gwen’s latest book,  I Want It All: Exchanging Your Average Life for Deeper Faith, Greater Power, and More Impact. Gwen’s previous books:  Broken into Beautiful: How God Restores the Wounded Heart,  Trusting God: A Girlfriends in God Faith Adventure and  Knowing God by Name: A Girlfriends in God Faith Adventure Gwen’s inductive Bible studies.  Plus: Don’t forget to head to rachaelgilbert.com/hopewriters to take our writer’s quiz! Connect with Gwen on her website, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Gwen Smith - a popular conference speaker, author, worship leader, coach, podcaster and volleyball enthusiast who lives in sunny North Carolina and has been married to her hunky college honey, Brad, for 26 years. They are tired parents to three tall young adults who keep them on their toes and on their knees. Her online friends meet at <a href="https://gwensmith.net/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GwenSmith.net</a> where she helps women know and trust God more. Her popular podcast, <a href="https://gwensmith.net/graceologie/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GRACEOLOGIE with Gwen Smith</a>, has fun, faith-focused, grace-filled interview-style conversations with practical tips and honest discussions to encourage women in meaningful ways to live out and lean on the grace of Jesus in the midst of cluttered, messy days. Today we're talking about: <ul> <li>Managing our online time and prayer time with less distraction by using a notepad to jot down distracting thoughts during prayer time and changing your browser homepage to a blank webpage to avoid being bombarded by entertainment and news.</li> <li>How to get to know God in whatever season you’re currently in.</li> <li>How Gwen helps women grow in faith beyond their “feelings, failures, and fears” through K.N.E.E.E.L - Know Him, Notify (your heart, your enemy, and your girlfriends), Express the Mess, Exchange Your Will for His, Expand your Heart in Worship, Learn the Word.</li> <li>Gwen’s latest book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Want-All-Exchanging-Average-Greater/dp/0781413702/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2THDGZUUJL1VV&amp;keywords=i+want+it+all+book+gwen+smith&amp;qid=1577974716&amp;sprefix=i+want+it+all+%2Caps%2C168&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> I Want It All: Exchanging Your Average Life for Deeper Faith, Greater Power, and More Impact</a>.</li> <li>Gwen’s previous books: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0736923179/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Broken into Beautiful: How God Restores the Wounded Heart</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1601423934/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Trusting God: A Girlfriends in God Faith Adventure</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1601424698/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Knowing God by Name: A Girlfriends in God Faith Adventure</a></li> <li>Gwen’s inductive <a href="https://gwensmith.net/biblestudy/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bible studies</a>.</li> </ul> Plus: Don’t forget to head to <a href="http://rachaelgilbert.com/hopewriters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rachaelgilbert.com/hopewriters</a> to take our writer’s quiz! Connect with Gwen on her <a href="http://www.gwensmith.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com/GwenSmithMusic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://gwensmithmusic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="http://gwensmithmusic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#50: Learning to K.N.E.E.E.L. with Gwen Smith

Asheritah Ciuciu

This week on Real Talk with Rachael I talk with Asheritah Ciuciu, who is a bestselling author and speaker, wife to her high school sweetheart Flaviu, and mama to three spunky kiddos. She grew up in Romania as a missionary kid and studied English and Women’s Ministry at Cedarville University. She is the founder of One Thing Alone Ministries, an online ministry that helps overwhelmed women find joy in Jesus through creative and consistent time in God’s Word. Visit BibleandBreakfast.com for resources about the book, including the free lock screens discussed during the episode! Today we talked about:  Free lock screens for your phone at Bibleandbreakfast.com Snacking on scripture and feasting on God’s word Getting over all-or-nothing thinking What holds women back from taking quiet time and getting into God’s word How you can be creative about being consistent The key to forming good habits   Moody is giving away THREE copies of Bible &amp; Breakfast!   Enter either of these ways: Leave an iTunes review on the show!Text the phrase REALTALKGIVEAWAY to 44222 on your phone!   You can enter both ways and that gets you more entries!  Connect with Asheritah on her website and/or Instagram. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

This week on Real Talk with Rachael I talk with Asheritah Ciuciu, who is a bestselling author and speaker, wife to her high school sweetheart Flaviu, and mama to three spunky kiddos. She grew up in Romania as a missionary kid and studied English and Women’s Ministry at Cedarville University. She is the founder of <a href="https://onethingalone.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">One Thing Alone Ministries</a>, an online ministry that helps overwhelmed women find joy in Jesus through creative and consistent time in God’s Word. Visit <a href="http://www.bibleandbreakfast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BibleandBreakfast.com</a> for resources about the book, including the free lock screens discussed during the episode! Today we talked about: <ul> <li>Free lock screens for your phone at <a href="http://www.bibleandbreakfast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bibleandbreakfast.com</a></li> <li>Snacking on scripture and feasting on God’s word</li> <li>Getting over all-or-nothing thinking</li> <li>What holds women back from taking quiet time and getting into God’s word</li> <li>How you can be creative about being consistent</li> <li>The key to forming good habits</li> </ul> Moody is giving away THREE copies of Bible &amp; Breakfast! Enter either of these ways: Leave an <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-talk-with-rachael-podcast/id1351335585" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes review</a> on the show!Text the phrase REALTALKGIVEAWAY to 44222 on your phone! You can enter both ways and that gets you more entries! Connect with Asheritah on her <a href="https://asheritah.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and/or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#47: One Thing That Changes Everything with Asheritah Ciuciu

This is part 2 of Real Talk about Biblical Body Image. In this week's episode, we dive into 5 reasons I believe we struggle with body image issues. Don't miss the next episode with 2 of the 3 ways we can live healthy with God at the center! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook. Don't forget to leave those iTunes reviews!

This is part 2 of Real Talk about Biblical Body Image. In this week's episode, we dive into 5 reasons I believe we struggle with body image issues. Don't miss the next episode with 2 of the 3 ways we can live healthy with God at the center! Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaelgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Don't forget to leave those iTunes reviews!

#33: 5 Reasons we Struggle with Body Image {Biblical Body Image Part 2}

Erin Porter

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I talk with Erin Porter, author of  Eat Pray Get Well: A Journey from Chronic Illness, Brokenness &amp; Junk Food Junkie to Wholeness &amp; Wellness. This is not your Grandmother’s recipe book! In Eat Pray Get Well, Erin invites you into her journey from a childhood filled with rejection and emotional abuse to chronic illness into her adult years. She shares how God used both of these debilitating tragedies to reveal His grace, healing, and blessings in unimaginable ways. Eat pray get well is entertaining, inspiring and most of all will help you gain the tools needed to help heal your body and soul.  All recipes are free of gluten, yeast, wheat, peanuts, and corn. Today we’re talking about:  Erin’s delicious protein balls. How fungus may be the cause of some mystery illnesses. How Erin and her son both recovered from a habit of binge eating. Practical tips on how to deal with binge eating and anxiety. The difference between fear and anxiety. Sugar replacements for your food and desserts. Know the Cause by Doug Kaufmann  Text the phrase “Real Talk Giveaway” to the number 44222 to be entered to win giveaways from show guests and sponsors! Connect with Erin on her website, Instagram, or Facebook page. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I talk with Erin Porter, author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Chronic-Brokenness-Wholeness-Wellness/dp/0692170731/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=eat+pray+get+well&amp;qid=1577711591&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Eat Pray Get Well: A Journey from Chronic Illness, Brokenness &amp; Junk Food Junkie to Wholeness &amp; Wellness</a>. This is not your Grandmother’s recipe book! In Eat Pray Get Well, Erin invites you into her journey from a childhood filled with rejection and emotional abuse to chronic illness into her adult years. She shares how God used both of these debilitating tragedies to reveal His grace, healing, and blessings in unimaginable ways. Eat pray get well is entertaining, inspiring and most of all will help you gain the tools needed to help heal your body and soul.  All recipes are free of gluten, yeast, wheat, peanuts, and corn. Today we’re talking about: <ul> <li>Erin’s delicious <a href="https://eatpraygetwell.com/shop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">protein balls</a>.</li> <li>How fungus may be the cause of some mystery illnesses.</li> <li>How Erin and her son both recovered from a habit of binge eating.</li> <li>Practical tips on how to deal with binge eating and anxiety.</li> <li>The difference between fear and anxiety.</li> <li>Sugar replacements for your food and desserts.</li> <li><a href="https://knowthecause.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Know the Cause</a> by Doug Kaufmann</li> </ul> Text the phrase “Real Talk Giveaway” to the number 44222 to be entered to win giveaways from show guests and sponsors! Connect with Erin on her <a href="http://www.eatpraygetwell.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eatpraygetwell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/eatpraygetwell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page. Connect with Rachael on the <a href="http://www.rachaelgilbert.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachaeljoygilbert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

#52: Eat, Pray & Get Well with Erin Porter

Elaine Fisher

This week's guest on Real Talk with Rachael is Elaine Fisher, who is a mom of 4 littles, speaker, pastor's wife and also my cousin. She is the daughter of Pastor Robert &amp; Debbie Morris, founders of Gateway Church, and she exudes the same level of excellence and grace as her parents.  A few things we chatted about:  How she remembers me when I first married my husband (we are cousins through marriage and let's just say I was a bit timider when I first met them!) How she finds value in the hidden seasons of life, like raising her 4 kids who are 4 years old and under. She refers to them as her mini circus :) Her powerful testimony Life growing up as a pastor's kid What pastors wish more people knew and understood (and how we can truly support them) She finishes by sharing a word in due season that is POWERFUL so stay tuned to the very end!  Cultivate What Matters is the show sponsor and they are offering two things for our listeners:  They are giving away TWO Write the Word journals. You can enter to win one by leaving an iTunes review of the Real Talk with Rachael podcast in the month of July. You can enter to win the other over on Instagram.  10 % OFF a Write the Word journal for the month of July (one journal per person). Use code realtalkrachael  SHOP HERE! You can follow Elaine on Instagram and on her website and her mini circus. :)

This week's guest on Real Talk with Rachael is Elaine Fisher, who is a mom of 4 littles, speaker, pastor's wife and also my cousin. She is the daughter of Pastor Robert &amp; Debbie Morris, founders of Gateway Church, and she exudes the same level of excellence and grace as her parents.  A few things we chatted about: <ul> <li>How she remembers me when I first married my husband (we are cousins through marriage and let's just say I was a bit timider when I first met them!)</li> <li>How she finds value in the hidden seasons of life, like raising her 4 kids who are 4 years old and under. She refers to them as her mini circus :)</li> <li>Her powerful testimony</li> <li>Life growing up as a pastor's kid</li> <li>What pastors wish more people knew and understood (and how we can truly support them)</li> <li>She finishes by sharing a word in due season that is POWERFUL so stay tuned to the very end!</li> </ul> Cultivate What Matters is the show sponsor and they are offering two things for our listeners: <ul> <li>They are giving away TWO <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Write the Word journals</a>. You can enter to win one by leaving an iTunes review of the Real Talk with Rachael podcast in the month of July. You can enter to win the other over on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/rachaeljgilbert" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram. </a></li> <li>10 % OFF a <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Write the Word journal</a> for the month of July (one journal per person). Use code realtalkrachael</li> </ul> <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=798554&amp;u=1682659&amp;m=62537" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SHOP HERE!</a> You can follow Elaine on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/elainecfisher" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and on her <a href="http://www.elainefisher.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and her <a href="http://www.myminicircus.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">mini circus</a>. :)

#10:  Embracing Hidden Seasons of Life, What Pastor's Families Wish You Knew & A Word in Due Season with Elaine Fisher

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