Episodes

Do you ever fear that you're falling behind in life? Are you comparing your life pace & accomplishments to your friends or the people younger than you with 1M followers on Instagram? Maryellen Hacko graduated university with a degree in law, yet is now a freelance writer & illustrator. How did that happen? The Lord set her free from equating her worth to what she accomplished. She used to feel as if she was only valuable when she was producing something, but she has learned her identity as a chi...

Once you’re out of school, your community looks different than it once did. How do you create a new community when you no longer live in a dorm and go to class with the same people? It doesn't mean you stop being friends with your fellow alumni. It just means life changes and you get to make new friends now too. I asked Shannan, author of Start With Hello, how post-grads can prevent isolation during that transition & her answers were incredibly simple and beautiful. People have been connecting f...

Yohonna Smith is a wife, mom, encourager, and the host of Girls Talking Life podcast. She values relationships to her core, which is why I was so excited to pick her brain about how we can each have better, healthier, longer friendships. - How can you prevent comparison from entering your friendships (especially in a world of social media)? - What if you're struggling with loneliness? How can you reach out to create new friendships? - How do you end a friendship well? (Friendships break-ups - OU...

My 20 Minute Free Training: Counseling LGBTQ+: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63f55469dfb67d493413dac6 Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS) may be something you haven't heard of before, but when you hear the symptoms of it, you'll likely recognize a few in your own life. I take this episode to explain what RTS is, what the symptoms are, how this affected my own life & how it will affect the future of this podcast. Religious Trauma Syndrome Training by Dr. Dan Rotach

Disclaimer: You may want headphones for this episode if you're around little ears. We talk about sex. Many evangelical, Christian women did not receive adequate sexual education growing up and the conversation was not encouraged. Holly Ward shares what you should know before starting your sex life with your spouse. Sex is a gift from God and was in the world before sin entered. It is God's idea, so our conversation is geared towards removing lies or shame you have felt in the past from inaccurat...

Has someone ever done something that really bothered you, but you let it slide? And then you find yourself angry about it waaaaay later? Avanlé Ribeiro developed a strategy in her college years that has helped her navigate conflict in every interpersonal relationship in her life. I need to introduce you to “Beef Fridays”. Avanlé and her college roommates kept short accounts by designating 1 day of the week to air out any grievances or offenses. Trust me, you NEED to learn this skill! Grab my FRE...

Avanle Ribeiro has been set free from gender confusion and toxic feminism. She used to call herself a feminist, believing women had to prove themselves to have a seat at the table and be given fair opportunities. The Lord completely changed her perspective & she realized she had actually been agreeing with the cultural norm of devaluing women and seeing them as unequal to men. The truth is feminism is not the same as toxic feminism. And no one has to fight for their seat in the Kingdom of God. ...

Subscribers, you get to listen to a never-before-heard full interview today! Micah is an executive coach and illustrator. He doesn't have a "ministry job", but his jobs are his ministry. Anytime you have an opportunity to demonstrate the character of God to others, you are ministering! In this episode, Micah will help you: - share your faith without overthinking it - overcome the fear of what people think - avoid the "bait and switch" mentality in sharing the Gospel with others - have practical ...

If Jesus truly does promise abundant life for all who love Him, then you do not have to wait until you’re married to enjoy it! Christine Ramirez is 39, single & loving it. She’s been set free from having to know if she’ll be married one day or not. The mystery is beautiful and not something to be feared. Marriage is not the goal of life; Jesus is. We also answered all the questions that listeners sent in about this topic, so if you asked one, it’s in here! Follow Head to Heart on Instagram: @hea...

Kate Petry was a pastor for 5 years before she became a coach. Both positions help her fulfill the calling placed on her life to make the church healthy. Would you believe she's gotten more pushback as a coach than she did as a female pastor? It makes me think, "What is the cultural norm telling me that I have believed without question?" She also included wonderful encouragement for women who feel led by God to enter into ministry. God is the One who qualifies you. You will experience hardshi...

Do you doubt your own leadership abilities? Do you struggle with imposter syndrome or feeling like your unqualified to lead? Kate Petry is our very first international guest on the show! She lives in Ontario, Canada and served as a pastor for 5 years before becoming a coach & feels passionate about cultivating a healthy church. Our church leaders need to be strong & free so they can serve others well. Sometimes, we can unintentionally ask our teams to meet our needs instead of asking ourselves h...

Do you want to journal more in 2023? Do you start a notebook, but rarely finish it cover to cover? One of the most common compliments I receive is "Your journaling habits are inspiring." No joke. It's one of the best daily practices I've implemented into my life, but it's not just for fun. Research has proven over and over again how journaling is beneficial to your mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual health. That's not to say everyone has to do it, but for those who want to make it a pa...

Are you living in fear of sin? This may not be easy to pinpoint in your own life right away, so here are some questions to ask yourself: - are you terrified that your spouse will look at porn? - does the possibility of your children being exposed to various sins keep you awake at night? - do you find yourself spending a lot of energy trying to control other people's choices? Laura Krause is a wife, mom, prayer warrior & church planter who has been set free from fear's grip on her life by th...

2022 has been one of the most impactful years of my life yet. The Lord led me to reorganize my priorities, putting Him as my first love & seeking His Kingdom over what earthly success might look like. The truth is, when I put my eyes on Him, I'm the real winner because I am completely satisfied. He released me from this self-induced pressure to BE the best and told me to just simply GIVE Him my best. If you need a swift kick in the pants & some inspiration for the new year, this would be a grea...

Are you where you thought you'd be at this point in your life? Do you ever fear that you are unworthy of receiving good gifts from God? Carissa Krey shares her story of miscarriage, and has been in a waiting season for 5 years. She wrestled with fears, wondering if she was good enough to receive an answer to her prayers, but realized that is a lie the enemy uses to deceive people. She now lives her life to the fullest, even though her prayer hasn't been answered yet. She teaches that your iden...

The most common type of stress we feel around the holiday season is anticipatory stress. It's stressing about situations that COULD happen, but possibly won't. There are two main ways you can combat this when you're navigating the in-between post grad years in life: #1 - Be present - I share 6 tips to help you practice being present so you can avoid worry and fear of the future. #2 - Plan your expectations and boundaries ahead of time - I share how to prep yourself when so you're prepared for un...

Do you know what's next for you? Do you wrestle with feeling unsure if you're discerning God's voice or leading correctly? Do you suffer from analysis paralysis? In a world where you could do anything, it can be difficult to just choose 1 thing as a next step. Bailey Stone is a certified life coach who specializes in helping women discover what God has created them to do and become confident in pursuing it. She has a gift of bringing clarity and diffusing the temptation to overthink, which ca...

Do you have trouble finding gifts for your loved ones? What about your dad? I think dads are the hardest to shop for. Lucky for all of us, the Lord created Jennifer Albright. Jennifer is literally the best gift giver I know! In this episode, she shares all her methods and tips for a stress-free holiday season so you can feel confident about the gifts you choose, even for the trickiest people. I’m going into Christmas with a newfound hope this year and we hope you will too!

Why did it feel so much easier to make friends while you were in school? Your post grad years are filled with change, and that applies to your friendships as well. Yohanna Smith is a wife, mom, and the host of Girls Talking Life podcast. She is an expert at encouraging others in faith, life, and friendships. I asked her the question, "How we can make the transition from college to post grad easier for our friendships when they will inevitably change?" Intentionality is key in this season. You...

How can you maintain a healthy body image when your body goes through some changes? How do you stop comparing yourself to how you looked before? How can you start to feel at home in your own body? Our culture is starting to step away from advertising only one type of body, but it also sends out the message that "You're perfect. Love yourself!" Without fail, though, this ideology doesn't withstand the difficult circumstances or life's seasons when our bodies confirm to us that we live in a fal...

The post-grad years are filled with change, transition, and adjustment. You're figuring out moving, friendships, jobs, money, and everything that goes with it. So, I brought on an expert to help you navigate through it. Bailey Stone is a certified life coach who specializes in helping women find clarity and confidence in their God-given calling. I talked to her about what to do if you find yourself at a job you really don't like. We talked about: - what to do if you're in a toxic or hostile w...

We recognize emotions are given to us by God, but can we trust them? In certain denominations, you may hear that emotions are untrustworthy and will always lead you astray. In others, you may see emotions as evidence that God is moving. Is there a happy medium we can live out? Trevor Olesiak is an executive coach and pastor who is passionate about helping others understand and become emotionally intelligent. In this episode, he teaches: - how to become emotionally self-aware - how to manage your...

Do you ever ask God to lead you and then feel as if He doesn’t directly tell you what to do? Has He made it super clear in some decisions but then left it up to you in others? Erica Renaud gave us such amazing advice for the times in life where we have a decision to make, but no idea what to do about it. She teaches us to pray in a way that won’t lead to overthinking or doubting His leading.

Do you feel like the verse to "pray without ceasing" is unattainable? Or just sounds exhausting? Do you fear God is disappointed in the cobwebs in your prayer closet? Or maybe you feel a lack of faith when you pray? Erica Renaud is a wife, mom, author, and speaker who gives us such practical steps to cultivate an active prayer life, take the pressure off, and teaches us to not overthink it. She encourages you for moments when you're wondering: - What to do in dry seasons where your faith is s...