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You’ve stumbled across The Honest Pod with Karrie Garcia! Her hope is to create a safe space to share stories that foster healing, hope, and the honesty needed to live free and fully alive. As a pastor, author, and CEO, Karrie Garcia has been inspiring change in others by sharing her journey to freedom. Karrie is not afraid to wade through deep waters, because she has seen firsthand how God’s redemptive purpose for our lives does not begin once we’re free from pain, rather it stems directly from that pain. Listen as she shares honestly & creates space for others to engage in heart restoration.
In today's episode, Karrie returns to the Honest Pod after a hiatus, sharing her transformative experiences during a sabbatical that coincided with her 50th birthday. She reflects on the importance of Story Work in healing generational wounds and breaking cycles of pain. Karrie emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's past to achieve true freedom and encourages listeners to embrace their stories as a path to growth and community. The conversation culminates in an invitation to engage in healing practices and reclaim personal narratives.
She chats through the following:
- Take time for yourself and prioritize self-reflection to nurture personal growth.
- Reflect on life milestones to gain clarity on where you've been and where you're headed.
- Engage in “Story Work” as a way to heal and break free from generational patterns.
- Understand that healing is a layered journey; confront past traumas to unlock deeper freedom.
- Seek meaningful experiences—whether through travel or exploration—to gain new insights about yourself.
- Embrace the journey to freedom by facing painful stories and experiences head-on.
- Rely on community; healing is often best supported by others who understand and uplift you.
- Challenge yourself to approach the edge of your fears, knowing that freedom awaits beyond.
- View healing as a partnership with God, which requires both vulnerability and courage.
- Remember that freedom is your birthright—reclaim your story and live it boldly!
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This week on the REPLAY we share an interview with Karrie and Andi Andrew, a fantastic author and pastor! She shares about the heart and honest stories that birthed her newest book "Friendship — It’s Complicated." As we all know, friendship is difficult but so necessary! This interview offers practical tools for improving and healing friendships.
Andi Andrew is the author of "She Is Free", "Fake or Follower", and her newest book, "Friendship–It's Complicated."
She is also the founding Pastor of Liberty Church, a multisite church she pioneered with her husband Paul in 2010. In 2015 she launched She Is Free, a movement that exists to engage and equip women to encounter God and expand the Kingdom. Currently, Andi's life is focused on raising her four kids in Brooklyn, writing books, creating for her show and podcast Coffee With Andi, building Liberty Church, and traveling to invest in churches and lives all around the world.
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REPLAY of the week, talking about friendships and the value in them. Something we talk about a lot on The Honest Pod is our connection to ourselves, God and others. Join us this week as Karrie, Mario, and Allyson share some of their experiences as a friend and being a friend. They also discuss some of the markers for WHEN it’s time to invite a friend into hard seasons and why you should seek that SAFE outside perspective to ground you in your story.
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In this week's REPLAY, Karrie is joined by friend Tori Hein as they dive into the often overlooked topic of our relationship with our bodies within the context of faith.
They explore the history of the church, examining periods of body-centeredness and times when the body was neglected or abused. In the present era, where we are inundated with images of others' bodies, the hosts highlight the lack of engagement with this subject in the church and emphasize the importance of honoring our bodies as the dwelling place of God's presence. Karrie and Tori share their personal experiences and insights, revealing that true healing goes beyond focusing on food and sin issues.
They discuss the four types of eating—fueling, joyful indulgence, storm eating, and void eating—as reflections of deeper emotional and spiritual connections. Through practical guidance and deep exploration, listeners are encouraged to reclaim their bodies and find freedom and healing in their relationship with God and themselves.
Tune in to part 1 of this 3 part series to embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more holistic connection with your physical self. Go finish listening to the whole 3-part series with the next two Episodes 94-95
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This week on our REPLAY of Episode 77, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making to mark your life. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions of rituals today and brings us back to the original intent and beauty of rituals and how they play a big part in relationship with God.
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We're doing a replay of some of our favorite episodes for the summer! Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches.
You can find Cassandra and Brittany Maher's book “Her True Worth” at Target, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores.
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Another fun Question and Answer with Karrie, Cathy, and Shara. In today's episode, they answer the question about seeking healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma. The hosts emphasize the importance of doing the inner work before engaging in conversations with parents, as well as the possibility of healing without their acknowledgment. They also highlight the need for time, outside perspective, and setting boundaries in order to navigate these complex dynamics. In this part of the conversation, Cathy and Karrie discuss the importance of understanding and accepting the limitations of relationships, especially with parents. They emphasize the need to grieve the reality of what could have been and to release expectations of redemption. They also explore the process of working with clients who have multiple layers of shame and how to decide where to start. They highlight the significance of following the thread of a story and the themes that emerge. They conclude by encouraging listeners to take small steps towards their redeemed selves through honesty and self-reflection.
Takeaways
- Healing and restoration in relationships with parents who deny past trauma may not always be possible, and it's important to prioritize one's own healing regardless of their response.
- Engaging in conversations with parents about past trauma should be approached with caution and only after doing the necessary inner work.
- Setting boundaries and taking time for oneself can be crucial in navigating complex family dynamics.
- Seeking outside perspective from a trusted source can provide valuable insights and guidance in dealing with challenging family relationships. Understand and accept the limitations of relationships, especially with parents, and grieve the reality of what could have been.
- Release expectations of redemption and focus on personal healing and growth.
- When working with clients with multiple layers of shame, start with the story that feels the most available and follow the thread to uncover themes.
- Honesty and self-reflection are key to personal healing and growth.
- Take small steps towards your redeemed self by being more honest and creating spaces for honesty.
- Understanding the underlying issues that lead to addictive behaviors is crucial for healing and finding healthier coping mechanisms.
- Setting boundaries and limitations can be an act of self-care and self-compassion in navigating addiction.
- Societal acceptance of certain addictions, such as alcohol and sugar, can make it challenging to recognize and address unhealthy patterns.
- Self-awareness and reflection are key in identifying and addressing addictive behaviors.
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Today Karrie talks with Dr. Christy Bauman as they discuss her book 'Her Rights' and the importance of women embracing their true voice and identity. Dr. Christy explores the concept of rites of passage and how they can help women navigate different seasons of life. The conversation touches on themes of vulnerability, belonging, and the cost of being vulnerable. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and trusting one's intuition. The chapters in the book cover topics such as birthright, initiation, exile, legacy, and intuition. In this conversation, Karrie and Dr. Christy Bauman discuss the importance of marking significant moments in a woman's life through various rites of passage. They explore the rites of birth, initiation, exile, creating, intuition, and legacy. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the need for women to engage with their bodies and embrace the power and beauty of their experiences, including menstruation. She also encourages women to tap into their intuition and embrace their creative abilities. The conversation highlights the transformative potential of these rites of passage and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy.
Takeaways
- Embrace your true voice and identity as a woman
- Rites of passage can help navigate different seasons of life
- Vulnerability can be costly, but it is necessary for growth
- Belonging to oneself is the first step towards empowerment
- Knowing oneself and trusting intuition are key to personal growth Marking significant moments in a woman's life through rites of passage is important for personal growth and empowerment.
- Menstruation is a powerful and sacred experience that should be celebrated and embraced.
- Engaging with our bodies and embracing our experiences can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our connection to the divine.
- Women have the power to create and leave a lasting legacy through their actions, creativity, and nurturing.
- Listening to our intuition and trusting our inner knowing is essential for personal growth and making empowered decisions.
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Today's episode is a fun one! We decided to join forces with Cathy and Shara to have a fun Question and Answer time! Together they explore the idea that religion can be used to avoid dealing with personal issues and instead focus on external behaviors and approval. They also discuss the dangers of using religion as a way to earn God's love and belonging, rather than experiencing true healing and connection with God. Karrie, Cathy and Shara emphasize the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in one's faith journey and caution against using religion as a substitute for facing personal struggles. Their time together explores the topics of certainty and safety in the church, the impact of trauma on our attachment to God, and the use of alcohol to regulate emotions. It emphasizes the importance of doing our own internal work to understand our attachments and how they shape our relationship with God. It also highlights the need for healing and repair in our relationships, even if our families or spouses don't support our journey. The conversation encourages taking responsibility for our own healing and not expecting others to fix us.
Takeaways
- Religion can be used as a form of self-medication and escape from reality, allowing individuals to avoid dealing with personal issues.
- Using religion to earn approval and belonging can lead to a cycle of behavior modification and a lack of true healing and connection with God.
- Authenticity and self-awareness are essential in one's faith journey, as they allow for genuine growth and transformation.
- It is important to recognize the limitations of religious structures and seek a deeper, personal relationship with God. Certainty in the church can provide a false sense of security and lead to damage.
- Our attachment styles and past traumas shape our relationship with God.
- Doing our own internal work is essential for healing and repairing our relationships.
- We can't expect others to fix us or change for us; we can only change ourselves.
- It's important to create safe spaces in the church for processing and healing.
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In this special episode, Karrie discusses the importance of truth in our lives and how it sets us free. She emphasizes the need to move beyond surface-level faith and dive into the complexity and nuance of our stories. Karrie explores the disorientation of truth in a fallen world and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us towards truth. She encourages listeners to confront false allegiances and idols in their lives, and to embrace the challenging journey of truth-seeking. Karrie also highlights the difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking, and the importance of speaking the truth with grace and love.
Takeaways
- Moving towards sanctification is a journey of seeking truth and moving beyond surface-level faith.
- The disorientation of truth is a universal human reality caused by living in a fallen world.
- The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding us towards truth and bringing healing to our stories.
- False allegiances and idols can keep us captive and prevent us from experiencing true freedom.
- Being a peacemaker requires confronting the truth, speaking it with grace and love, and embracing the challenging journey of truth-seeking.
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In today's episode, Karrie and Kathy discuss the concept of fawning as a coping mechanism is introduced, highlighting the tendency to please others in order to feel safe. The fear of confrontation and the importance of maintaining autonomy in relationships are also discussed. This conversation explores the concept of fawning and its impact on vulnerability. It delves into childhood traumas and emotional triggers, highlighting the importance of understanding and tolerating these emotions. The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses is discussed, along with the significance of story work in resetting the amygdala. The conversation also addresses the influence of religious context on fawning and the need to be aware of losing oneself. It emphasizes the power of healing and integration in the brain and the invitation to embrace and heal emotions, following Jesus' example.
Takeaways
- Fawning is a coping mechanism where individuals become overly accommodating and pleasing in order to feel safe and maintain connection.
- It is important to maintain autonomy in relationships and address conflicts directly rather than resorting to fawning or people-pleasing. Understanding the vulnerability behind fawning and the avoidance of personal hurt
- Learning to tolerate and understand emotions to make healthier choices
- Recognizing the impact of childhood traumas and emotional triggers
- The importance of story work in resetting the amygdala and offering care to oneself
- The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses
- Being aware of losing oneself in religious contexts and setting healthy boundaries
- The power of healing and integration in the brain to find shalom
- Embracing and healing emotions, following Jesus' example
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In this episode, Karrie and Cathy explore the concept of freeze or fawn responses and how they can manifest in different ways, such as feeling stuck or numbing oneself. They also delve into the role of the amygdala in triggering these responses and how our individual stories shape our reactions. Understanding these responses can help us navigate and heal from past traumas. This conversation explores the freeze response and its impact on our lives. It discusses the importance of completing the stress cycle and the role of the freeze response in perpetuating stress and anxiety. The analogy of a gazelle shaking off adrenaline is used to illustrate the need to release the chemicals associated with the freeze response. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover from heightened states. It emphasizes the significance of going into the deeper waters of our stories and the transformative power of kindness and compassion.
Takeaways
- Freeze is a response where we feel stuck or unable to take action.
- Understanding the role of the amygdala can help us recognize and navigate our emotional responses.
- Our individual stories shape our reactions and coping mechanisms. The freeze response can leave us feeling stuck and trapped in a loop.
- Completing the stress cycle is essential for our well-being and recovery.
- Understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover is crucial.
- Going into the deeper waters of our stories and showing kindness and compassion to ourselves can lead to transformation.
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In this conversation, Karrie and Cathy discuss the fight and flight responses and how they are influenced by personal experiences and childhood trauma. They share their own phobias and experiences with fight and flight, highlighting the importance of understanding the context in which these responses occur. They emphasize the need for compassion and self-reflection when dealing with the fight response, and the importance of slowing down and recognizing triggers. They discuss the different responses to conflict and stress, including the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses (with more on freeze and fawn next week). They emphasize the importance of understanding the context and underlying stories that contribute to these reactions. They also highlight the need for reflection and healing to address these emotional responses. The conversation explores the power dynamics and the role of repentance and repair in finding alignment and healing. Overall, the conversation provides insights into understanding and navigating emotional reactions in relationships and personal growth.
Takeaways
- Fight and flight responses are influenced by personal experiences and childhood trauma.
- Understanding the context in which fight and flight responses occur is crucial.
- Compassion and self-reflection are important when dealing with the fight response.
- Slowing down and recognizing triggers can help manage the fight response. Emotional responses, such as fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, are natural reactions to conflict and stress.
- Understanding the context and underlying stories that contribute to these reactions is crucial for healing and growth.
- Reflection and self-awareness are key in addressing and transforming emotional responses.
- Repentance and repair play a significant role in finding alignment and healing in relationships.
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In this conversation, Karrie Garcia and Kathy Loerzel explore the role of the amygdala and hippocampus in regulating emotions and reactions. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding one's own story and tending to the inner child to address reactive behaviors. Overall, they emphasize the need for self-awareness and self-compassion in navigating emotions and relationships. In this conversation, Cathy Loerzel and Karrie Garcia discuss the importance of understanding and exploring our emotions. They emphasize the reasons behind our emotions and the need for curiosity and generosity towards ourselves. They also highlight the role of story in impacting our emotions and the importance of staying with uncomfortable feelings. The conversation explores the fear of drowning in grief and the power of engaging our emotions for true healing and redemption.
Takeaways
- Understanding the impact of personal stories on emotions can help address reactive behaviors.
- The amygdala and hippocampus play crucial roles in regulating emotions and reactions.
- Tending to the inner child and offering self-compassion can help soothe emotional responses.
- Self-awareness and self-compassion are essential in navigating emotions and relationships. Our emotions have reasons behind them and are not random or indicative of being a bad person.
- Slowing down and exploring the emotions we experience can help us understand the deeper layers and needs within ourselves.
- Counterfeit soothing, such as engaging in unhealthy behaviors, may provide temporary relief but does not address the underlying emotions and needs.
- Staying with uncomfortable feelings and being curious about them can lead to healing and growth.
- Engaging our emotions allows us to experience true redemption and healing.
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Join Shara and Karrie as they delve into attachment styles and how they impact self-love, love for God, and love for others. The three main attachment styles discussed are anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, and disorganized attachment. In this conversation, Karrie Garcia discusses her experiences with attachment styles and the impact they had on her relationships. She shares her vacillation between neediness and anger, as well as her struggles with self-hatred and disorganized attachment. Karrie emphasizes the importance of understanding attachment styles and the role of parenting in shaping them. She also discusses the possibility of changing attachment styles through neuroplasticity. Karrie provides practical steps for improving nonverbal communication skills, boosting emotional intelligence, developing relationships with securely attached people, and resolving childhood traumas. She encourages listeners to embrace the path to healing and freedom.
Takeaways
- Fashion trends can be unpredictable and often change rapidly.
- Attachment styles can greatly influence how individuals love themselves and others.
- Understanding attachment styles can help individuals work towards a more secure attachment style.
- Anxious attachment is characterized by a constant need for love and attention, while avoidant attachment involves a fear of intimacy and emotional connection.
- Disorganized attachment can result from childhood abuse, neglect, or trauma and can lead to extreme swings in emotions and behaviors. Attachment styles can have a significant impact on relationships and emotional well-being.
- Understanding and improving nonverbal communication skills is crucial for building healthier connections.
- Boosting emotional intelligence can help manage emotions in positive ways and deepen relationships.
- Developing relationships with securely attached individuals can provide co-regulation and support in healing.
- Resolving childhood traumas is essential for healing and experiencing freedom.
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In this episode, they explore how our personal stories and biases impact the way we love others. They emphasize the importance of challenging our biases and creating a safe space for people to share their stories. The conversation highlights the need to love others without judgment and to allow the Holy Spirit to lead people to repentance through kindness. They explore the challenges of breaking down biases and allegiances, and the fear that can come with opening oneself up to different perspectives. Karrie and Shara also discuss the balance between loving others and not aligning with sin or harm. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of healing in community and the power of soothing and presence in relationships.
Takeaways
- Our personal stories and biases impact the way we love others.
- It is important to challenge our biases and create a safe space for people to share their stories.
- Loving others without judgment and allowing the Holy Spirit to lead people to repentance through kindness is crucial.
- We cannot take people farther than we are willing to go ourselves. Jesus is for all cultures and should not be limited to any specific religious or cultural group.
- Loving others does not mean aligning with harmful beliefs or behaviors.
- It is important to hold space for others and engage in conversations that seek to understand their stories.
- Finding the balance between loving others and not aligning with sin or harm can be challenging but necessary.
- Healing and growth happen in community, and the power of soothing and presence in relationships is transformative.
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In today's episode Karrie is joined by her sister Shara as they explore the themes of radical acceptance, connection to self and God, and the impact of personal stories on how we love and receive love. The conversation also delves into the concept of accessing love from God and the role of suffering in experiencing His presence.
They chat through:
- Self-love and acceptance are important for personal growth and a healthy relationship with God.
- God's love is radical and accepting, and it can transform our perception of ourselves and others. Radical acceptance is essential for healing and experiencing God's love.
- Connection to self, God, and others is necessary for love to be given and received.
- Accessing love from God requires vulnerability and authenticity.
- Suffering can deepen our relationship with God and reveal His presence.
- Practicing contemplative prayer and engaging with Scripture can foster a deeper connection with God.
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Karrie's Book / Free & Fully Alive
In this conversation, Karrie Garcia and Shara discuss the impact of childhood experiences on relationships. They explore how our early experiences shape our understanding of love and influence our adult relationships. They emphasize the importance of uncovering the root causes of relationship patterns and moving past shame and self-contempt. They also discuss the role of the enemy in shaping our desires and the twisting of good desires and dive into how:
Childhood experiences have a significant impact on our adult relationships.
Uncovering the root causes of relationship patterns is essential for healing and growth.
Moving past shame and self-contempt is necessary to experience true freedom.
Finding worthiness in God's love is crucial for healthy relationships.
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In this conversation, Karrie Garcia is joined once again by friend and founder of Work from Worth, Tori Hein to discuss the challenges and beauty of motherhood. They explore the impact of overworking and perfectionism on personal and professional growth, stressing the importance of reassessment and aligning with personal values. The discussion delves into prioritizing motherhood, being present for children, and adjusting involvement based on different stages. Living with integrity, aligning actions with one's calling, and seeking God's guidance are emphasized. The conversation also underscores the value of community support and the role of being a container for others. They encourage embracing grief and finding gratitude in the motherhood journey.
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Tori's IG: @torimaehein
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
01:29 The Challenges and Beauty of Motherhood
05:58 Navigating Motherhood and Stepping into Calling
10:49 The Cost of Overworking and Perfectionism
16:07 The Shift Towards Leading Honestly
22:50 Constant Reassessment and Leading with Values
30:21 The Importance of Reassessing and Making Sacrifices
35:46 The Balance Between Family and Kingdom
38:33 Leading with Curiosity and Honoring Obedience
38:59 Prioritizing Motherhood
43:37 Assessing Seasons and Capacities
48:22 Living with Integrity
52:13 Leading Honestly in Motherhood
57:38 The Importance of Community
01:00:02 Being a Container for Others
01:00:23 Embracing Grief and Gratitude
Join Karrie in the third episode of The Honest Pod's "Women Leading Honestly In..." series. Today, Karrie is joined by Lori Wilhite, co-founder of Leading and Loving It, as she opens up about the early challenges she faced as a pastor's wife and her journey towards embracing her true identity in leadership. Lori shares the impactful advice that shaped her perspective and led her to establish a thriving community for women in ministry.
Together, they discuss their individual experiences and thoughts on:
- identity struggles within church roles
- navigating expectations
- the fear of making mistakes
- depression and healing
- trusting God's sovereignty
- and building communities
This episode is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative impact of embracing one's true identity in leadership. Whether you're in ministry or navigating leadership challenges, Lori's insights and journey will inspire and encourage you on your path. Tune in for a candid conversation on anchored leadership and overcoming obstacles in your calling.
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Leading and Loving It
Join the insightful conversation between Karrie and friend, best selling author, mind-heart-body teacher Alisa Keeton as they explore the intersection of faith, fitness, and the struggles of connecting with one's body.
Unveiling the challenges of the fitness industry and the church's neglect of body theology, Alisa shares her journey from obsession to revelation, where Jesus entered the scene, transforming perspectives on weight, self-worth, and the true purpose of our bodies.
Discover the courage it takes to lead authentically in a culture resistant to change and the hope that lies in tilling the untamed soil of understanding our bodies in the light of God's love.
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In this first episode of her new series, "Women Leading Honestly In..." Karrie is joined by friend, Christina Smallwood explores challenges of success and leadership in the marketplace highlighting the importance of authenticity, accountability, and love.
Christina shares her powerful journey from toxic environments to empowerment. A former hairstylist and empath, her story is a testament to the transformative power of faith. Discover how she broke free from the destructive cycle of gossip and toxic relationships. Hear about her shift into entrepreneurship and the pivotal role of God in her journey.
This episode emphasizes the crucial elements of authenticity, grace, and unwavering support. Tune in for a concise and impactful exploration of finding purpose through faith and empowerment.
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In this last episode in their "Marriage, Ministry, & Mayhem" series, hosts Karrie Garcia and Andi Andrew dive deep into the intricate journey of managing chaos while maintaining a healthy balance. With candid vulnerability, they explore their personal experiences and struggles with finding equilibrium amidst life's frenzied demands.
Karrie and Andi reflect on the fear of man and how it often drives us to overcommit, saying "yes" when we should say "no," and ultimately jeopardizing our emotional well-being. Through their compelling stories, they shed light on the powerful dynamics of recognizing the difference between being managed by chaos and managing it. They unveil the importance of knowing oneself, understanding personal limits, and setting boundaries that align with core values.
Whether you're struggling with the fear of man or seeking guidance on embracing chaos without it taking over your life, this episode is a valuable resource for discovering a healthier approach to living a balanced and purpose-driven life.
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Join Karrie Garcia in the second installment of her series "Marriage, Ministry, & Mayhem" with co-host Andi Andrews. Today, they dive into a candid conversation about the intricacies of ministry, identity, and comparison.
In this thought-provoking episode, they explore the concept of ministry as meeting needs and how every believer is called to participate in it. Drawing from Ephesians and other scriptures, Karrie and Andi dissect the roles of apostles, prophets, evangelists, teachers, and pastors, highlighting the essential need for equipping the saints to carry out their own unique callings.
The hosts share personal anecdotes and struggles, revealing the tension between desiring public platforms and embracing the hidden, essential ministries.
They delve into the allure of Christian celebrity culture and how comparison can erode our sense of purpose. Karrie and Andi explore the concept of "pining," where longing for someone else's calling can lead to spiritual suffocation.
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New book Free & Fully Alive is available NOW!
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Andi's Book: Friendship - It's Complicated!
Karrie Garcia is joined by friend and co-host Andi Andrews for her new series, "Marriage, Ministry & Mayhem". In this first installment, they dive deep into the complexities of marriage dynamics, spiritual alignment, and the balance between personal callings and marital partnership.
Join them as they explore the concept of submission in marriage across historical and cultural contexts, share strategies for aligning spiritually with your spouse while pursuing individual callings. They also highlight the importance of timing, trust, and patience when seeking mutual clarity for new ventures as well as offer insights into gender roles, empowerment, and maintaining mutual respect in marriage.
Tune in to this enlightening episode to enrich your perspective on the intricate dance of partnership within marriage. Whether you're newlywed or a seasoned couple, the insights shared will resonate and inspire you on your journey together.
Karrie's IG: @karriescottgarcia
New book Free & Fully Alive is available NOW!
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Andi's Book: Friendship - It's Complicated!
In this final episode in this series: Navigating the Phases of Trauma, Karrie Garcia and her sister Shara discuss the importance of understanding and addressing trauma how unaddressed trauma events can lead to self-contempt.
Karrie uses an analogy of uprooting weeds in a garden to illustrate the process of healing from trauma. Shara shares her own experiences of neglecting self-care and feeling small in order to please others. They highlight the role of grace in healing and refer to Hebrews 12:15 to emphasize the need to address bitter roots.
The episode concludes with a discussion on the three pillars of healing: connection to self, connection to God, and connection to others, underscoring the importance of having trusted individuals to witness and validate one's pain.
Karrie's IG: @karriescottgarcia
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In this 3rd installment of their series, Karrie Garcia is joined again with sister Shara, where they explore the concept of shame and its role in shaping human behavior and beliefs. The discussion begins with Karrie using biblical references, such as the story of Peter's denial and the woman at the well, to illustrate how Jesus engaged with individuals and encouraged them to confront their shame and underlying beliefs.
Karrie emphasizes that shame is not the end of the healing journey but rather a midpoint. The conversation delves into the idea that naming shame is crucial, but it's equally important to uncover the root causes and narratives that drive certain behaviors. Shara shares her personal experiences and struggles with shame, particularly in relation to isolation and feelings of inadequacy. Karrie guides Shara in identifying the narratives behind her behaviors and helps her recognize that understanding these narratives is key to moving beyond shame.
Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into the complex dynamics of shame, the significance of naming and addressing it, and the importance of understanding the narratives that shape our self-perception and actions. The podcast fosters a sense of connection, empathy, and growth as the hosts engage in a candid exploration of this deeply human experience.
Karrie's IG: @karriescottgarcia
New book Free & Fully Alive is available NOW!
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Karrie is joined by her sister for part two of this series. This podcast episode delves into the topic of self-contempt and contempt for others, exploring how these feelings can develop and impact different aspects of our lives. The conversation highlights and explores:
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Self-contempt and contempt for others, their development, and impact on life
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Unaddressed trauma and shame linked to emotions like cynicism, disgust, avoidance, and blame
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Personal experiences and biblical references used by hosts to illuminate these emotions
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Navigating struggles with self-worth and religious disappointment
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Insights into complexities of contempt and its underlying origins
Karrie's IG: @karriescottgarcia
New book Free & Fully Alive is available NOW!
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Step into this intimate conversation of "Navigating Motherhood," where host Karrie Garcia is joined by sister Shara, as they share unfiltered stories about the profound shifts and emotional complexities that come with motherhood.
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They discuss the intricate layers of identity shifts and emotional challenges that accompany becoming a mother.
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Experience the raw realities of postpartum anxiety, the evolution of roles as wives and individuals, and the conflicting emotions that new moms often encounter.
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Gain relatable insights and wisdom from Karrie and Shara's personal experiences, offering a safe haven for listeners to connect and find solidarity in their own journeys.
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Whether you're a new mom seeking understanding or anyone curious about the transformative power of motherhood, this podcast provides a heartfelt and compassionate space for exploration and growth.
Karrie's IG: @karriescottgarcia
New book Free & Fully Alive is available NOW!
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In today’s episode, Karrie and Tori laugh and cry through their exploration of the deep-rooted issues of generational patterns, dysfunction, and curses that have affected us throughout our lives and carried on to our marriages and children.
They discuss:
- The importance of understanding our roles within our families and how these roles may have shaped our behaviors and beliefs.
- Why they encourage listeners to examine their own stories and how they may be affecting their parenting and relationships.
- The significance of humility, openness to repentance, and embracing vulnerability as essential steps towards healing and reclaiming our families.
With biblical and scientific insights, they offer practical guidance and heartfelt discussions on transforming family dynamics and creating a healthy, nurturing environment for generations to come. Tune in for empowering stories of hope and redemption as Karrie and Tori guide you towards reclaiming your family and finding freedom from generational burdens.
Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia
Tori's Instagram: @torimaehein
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training is happening Saturday, July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
Want to join us in September for Freedom Academy?
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In this second installment of the Reclaim Your Story series, Karrie Garcia and Tori delve into the profound concept of reclaiming your calling. They shed light on the often overlooked distinction between gifting and calling, stressing the importance of understanding their unique interplay. Through personal anecdotes and insightful discussions, they explore the journey of reclaiming gifts that may have been lost or suppressed over time.
Discover how the process of healing, introspection, and refining plays a vital role in reclaiming your calling. They dive into the significance of anger and discontent as signs that point to areas where you can make a meaningful impact. By examining your own gifts, passions, and areas of frustration, you'll gain deeper insights into your unique purpose.
Don't miss out on this transformative discussion that will inspire you to reclaim your gifts and step into the fullness of your calling. Tune in and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia
Tori's Instagram: @torimaehein
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training is happening Saturday, July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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Karrie's book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
Want to join us in September for Freedom Academy?
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In this episode, Karrie is joined by friend Tori Hein as they dive into the often overlooked topic of our relationship with our bodies within the context of faith.
They explore the history of the church, examining periods of body-centeredness and times when the body was neglected or abused. In the present era, where we are inundated with images of others' bodies, the hosts highlight the lack of engagement with this subject in the church and emphasize the importance of honoring our bodies as the dwelling place of God's presence. Karrie and Tori share their personal experiences and insights, revealing that true healing goes beyond focusing on food and sin issues.
They discuss the four types of eating—fueling, joyful indulgence, storm eating, and void eating—as reflections of deeper emotional and spiritual connections. Through practical guidance and deep exploration, listeners are encouraged to reclaim their bodies and find freedom and healing in their relationship with God and themselves.
Tune in to part 1 of this 3 part series to embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more holistic connection with your physical self.
Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia
Tori's Instagram: @torimaehein
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training is happening July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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My book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
Want to join us in September for Freedom Academy?
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In this episode, Karrie talks about her own experiences and the hustle she's put into launching her book, and she delves into the importance of rest and the dangers of hustle without proper rest. Drawing insights from the Ten Commandments, she discusses how rest allows for reflection, prioritization, and maintaining a healthy relationship with God. Karrie argues that hustle, when grounded in rest and a clear understanding of one's purpose, can be beautiful and fruitful, but without rest, it can lead to idolatry and extreme behavior. Join Karrie as she shares her perspective on finding balance and embracing rest in a world that glorifies constant hustle.
My book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training happening July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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Today, I'm joined by my friend Cassandra Speer, VP of Her True Worth.
My book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training happening July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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Join me in the fourth episode of this Free and Fully Alive series!
When I sat down with @kaitness to discuss what it means to live a fully alive life IN community I had no idea we would go so deep into the WHYS behind our behaviors… even when we know those behaviors are hurting us.
On #thehonestpod we take a fascinating look at why we do what we do when we know it’s hurting us. None of us do anything of it doesn’t feed or sooth some sort of deeper hurt or motive.
Join Kait and I as we take an honest look at the enemies plan for isolation in our lives and Gods plan for community. It’s a PACKED episode and I’m so thankful I had the privilege of navigating it all with the amazing @kaitness
My book Free & Fully Alive is HERE! You can pre order at this link. I'd love for you to leave an honest review!
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training happening July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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In the third episode of this Free & Fully Alive Series, I'm joined with @lisawhittle to chat about the second pillar in the book, Connection to God.
Pre-Order Free & Fully Alive releasing June 6th!
Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/
The Reclaim Your Story Online Training happening July 29th and we'd love to see you there.
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What happens when we acknowledge the places of our story that hold grief? How is it that we can have a DEEP encounter with God and still be bound to sin and live a double life?
@tonijcollier and I sit down and get REAL honest about how the abundant life is not something that just happens. It only happens when you get REAL honest with yourself, God, and others.
In this episode we cover:
What freedom IS and what it isn’t!
How the process of your healing takes time and comes in stages
How to identify if your living a double life
Clear steps to beginning to walk away from past pain even when it feels impossible.
* What life looks like when you are truly living a fully alive life!
Pre-Order Free & Fully Alive, releasing June 6th!
Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/
To kick off the very first episode in the Free & Fully Alive Series, Karrie was joined with her husband, Mario Garcia, to share about the formations of her new book Free & Fully Alive and how the purpose of this book has shaped their own lives together. They chatted about:
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how to engage and hold depression and anxiety in a spouse
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why men need to look at their story and how it will bring healing to a marriage
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the most powerful first step for men to begin the journey of healing
Pre-Order Karrie's new book, Free & Fully Alive releasing June 6th
Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/
Why do we do what we do, when we do not do what we want to do?
Why is this? Why do we wrestle with what we want to do, what we DO NOT do, and then why we actually do what we do?
You might’ve found yourself not doing what you actually want to do because of areas in your story where you've learned a behavior from a trauma done from or to us. In today's episode Karrie helps us to actually take a look at our current behaviors and how they might be hindering us from doing the things we actually want to do.
Scripture(s) referenced:
Romans 7:14 CSB
Proverbs 20:5 CSB
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We long to be deeply known...and we all have felt the risk of this. But what is the greater risk? Allowing ourselves to be fully known in community OR to be subject to the enemy's ploy in isolation?
Through life, we begin to gather data from experiences that can validate the enemy's lie that it is dangerous for us to reveal who we are to others and if we do "will I still be loved?". The good news, is that we can reframe this! This episode is for everyone, as we all have felt the heartache of being known before... and then rejected, yet all share a deep groaning to be loved as who God created us to be.
Verses referenced:
Proverbs 27:9-10 CSB
Book Mentioned:
The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
Pre-Order Karrie's NEW book Free & Fully Alive, releasing June 6th!
Free and Fully Alive by Karrie Garcia
In today’s episode, Karrie is joined with author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach Jo Saxton. In today's episode, they discuss:
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The realities of being a women in leadership
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The misconceptions of "the call to ministry"
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Taking up space in ministry as a women
Jo Saxton's website: https://www.josaxton.com/
Jo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josaxton/
Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/
Pre-order Karrie's New Book, "Free & Fully Alive", releasing June 6th: https://www.amazon.com/Free-Fully-Alive
In today's episode, Karrie and friend Phylicia Masonheimer discuss...
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the concept of "my truth" vs The Truth
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the wrath of God
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the stewardship of our emotions and how God values them
Karrie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/
Phylicia's IG: https://www.instagram.com/phyliciamasonheimer/
Phylicia's Blog: https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/
Verity Podcast with Phylicia Masonheimer
Okay it was great!
In today's episode, Karrie is joined by her father Dr. Timothy Scott, Co-Founder/Co-Host of the Hope Rescue podcast and author of his new book Breathe; Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and Negative Emotions. Where we can often navigate scripture by our personal projections, Dr. Scott emphasizes the importance of reading scripture through the intended cultural lens it was written and the danger of "cherry picking" from the Bible. He talks us through simple and practical ways to read through the Gospel with the whole picture in mind.
Website: https://www.hoperescue.org
New Book: https://www.hoperescue.org/breathe
Hope Rescue Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show
In today's solo episode, Karrie introduces us to the sometimes hefty topic of theolgy. She discusses what theology is and why it's important to understand scripture in it's FULL context.
Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com
Freedom Movement: https://www.wearefreedommovement.org
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Today, Karrie is joined with musician, writer of @commoners_communion, spiritual director and author Strahan Coleman.
What is prayer, why do we pray, and how do we pray? It’s easy to get discouraged with prayer - so we need to re-frame it. Strahan chats about his revelation on how prayer isn’t about ‘performance’ for God, but about entering into a meaningful connection with Him. They discuss what it looks like practically to take thoughts from your brain and getting them into your body to be fully present in your relationship with God.
New book ‘Beholding: Deepening Our Experience in God’ by Strahan Coleman
Strahan's Instagram
Commoners Communion
Overtime, we've seen that the practices of Lent have been adjusted to fit culture, but the tradition remains strong! This season of Lent is something many of us didn't know growing up. Today, Karrie takes us deeper into the meaning of this special season and how it can enrich our faith! Karrie goes through the different practices that are prayer, fasting, and giving, and enlightens us on the important concept of depriving ourselves from something to then draw nearer to the Lord. She poses the powerful question, "What can you give to the Lord during this Lent season?"
Karrie's Instagram: @karriescottgarcia
Online Freedom Academy
Freedom Cohort Online
Book Mentioned: Bitter and Sweet by Tsh Oxenreider
Karrie chats with good friend, author and spiritual formation pastor, Alex Gowler, on today's episode. He walks us through how the choices we make today, form who we are tomorrow. Alex talks through some topics from his book, "What the Feels" such as the importance of our emotional literacy, what it looks like to honor those emotions and answering, "What do we do with all of our feelings?".
Book: "What the Feels" by Alex Gowler
Karrie chats with good friend, author and spiritual formation pastor, Alex Gowler, on today's episode. He walks us through how the choices we make today, form who we are tomorrow. Alex talks through some topics from his book, "What the Feels" such as the importance of our emotional literacy, what it looks like to honor those emotions and answering, "What do we do with all of our feelings?".
Book: "What the Feels" by Alex Gowler
This week, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions of rituals today and brings us back to the original intent and beauty of rituals and even how they play a big part in relationship with God.
Karrie sits down with artist Tanya Godsey to talk about her creative process with God and stepping into obedience to her calling. She discusses the value of walking in confidence and choosing contentment while knowing that what God has entrusted her with, is reward enough in her life. Tanya talks about her transition as the Director of Spiritual Formation at Freedom Movement with spiritual transformation and what that means for her life.
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tanyagodsey/
Spotfiy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4h3MTNgpLd9G3Yly2HJtnO?si=8faYRNV4R9GNoe6hBhMCqA
Website: tanyagodsey.com
Karrie rings us into the New Year with her own reflection of the last year and how she is approaching this new year to set herself up for the future. Karrie walks us through what she is planning for this year and how she is approaching growth and her goals. Listen to Karrie discuss the importance of Spiritual Formation and needing Jesus in our every day.
Karrie sits down with her husband Mario Garcia to talk about family traditions and their purpose. They discuss how traditions are created and knowing when they need to be let go. Hear their conversation covering traditions, family dynamics, and finding belonging. Whether you are a parent, just married, or single, learn more about the value behind having traditions and creating connections during the holidays.
Warning: references sexual abuse and some explicit language
Blaine and Karrie discuss Blaine’s journey writing his new book “Exit the Cave” and the process of putting his own story into writing. Blaine talks about how he was able to discover his own freedom and healing by working through his story of addiction. Hear Blaine and Karrie dive deeper into how it takes strength and a level of risk to be vulnerable - but the risk is always worth it.
Website, Instagram, Twitter
Book: “Exit the Cave”
Trigger Warning (references violence and sexual assault)
Karrie sits down with Cheryl Nembhard, an international speaker, author, podcast/tv host & social justice advocate. Cheryl walks us through her own story of her need to belong and how God has used her story to connect with other's pain. Listen in as Cheryl and Karrie discuss the importance of being able to hold other people’s pain and surrender to God’s divine plan.
Instagram: @cherylnembhard
Twitter: @cherylnembhard
Facebook: Cheryl Nembhard
YouTube: Cherly Nembhard
Website: www.CherylNembhard.com
National Faith-Based TV Show “On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard”
This week, Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches.
You can find Cassandra and Brittany Maher's book “Her True Worth” at Target, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores.
Instagram: @Hertrueworth @cassandralspeer @brittmaher
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hertrueworth/
Website: www.cassandraspeer.com
YouVersion Bible App 5-Day Reading Plan: Her True Worth
Alex and Karrie sit down to continue their discussion on the importance of taking an extended time of rest and restoration through a sabbatical. Alex talks in more detail about how he intentionally rested, the process that came along with ample rest, and the many surprises that occurred. Hear more on the need for rest not only for our leaders, but for everyone.
Alex is the Spiritual Formation Pastor at The Hope Collective Church in Lake Zurich, Illinois. After being on his own journey of what it means to rest, Alex has created a guide for taking time to rest. ”Ready to Rest: A Sabbatical Guide for Ministry Leaders” takes a more in-depth look at best practices, tips, and tools for preparing for time away. It is available to download at https://www.alexgowler.com/rest.
Alex and Karrie sit down to discuss the counter-cultural idea of finding value in resting and restoration. They talk about how we need rest in order to tap back into God’s presence, so when moving forward into the next season, we also move closer to God. Alex shares his own experiences with rest in his weekly sabbaths and his recent sabbatical.
Alex is the Spiritual Formation Pastor at The Hope Collective Church in Lake Zurich, Illinois. After being on his own journey of what it means to rest, Alex has created a guide for taking time to rest. ”Ready to Rest: A Sabbatical Guide for Ministry Leaders” takes a more in-depth look at best practices, tips, and tools for preparing for time away. It is available to download at https://www.alexgowler.com/rest.
Alex and Karrie sit down to discuss the counter-cultural idea of finding value in resting and restoration. They talk about how we need rest in order to tap back into God’s presence, so when moving forward into the next season, we also move closer to God. Alex shares his own experiences with rest in his weekly sabbaths and his recent sabbatical.
Alex is the Spiritual Formation Pastor at The Hope Collective Church in Lake Zurich, Illinois. After being on his own journey of what it means to rest, Alex has created a guide for taking time to rest. ”Ready to Rest: A Sabbatical Guide for Ministry Leaders” takes a more in-depth look at best practices, tips, and tools for preparing for time away. It is available to download at https://www.alexgowler.com/rest.
This week Karrie brings back Cathy Loerzel to continue their conversation on calling and how we are meant to live. In this episode, they discuss what it means to live in the fullness God has for us. A life that is filled with both joy and grief - and the importance of bringing God into the pain in our stories.
Cathy is a co-author with Dr. Dan Allender of “Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling” and co-founder of The Allender Center.
Listen to this part 2 episode where Karrie and Cathy discuss stepping into our calling, accessing joy through healing, and bringing God into our pain.
This week Karrie brings back Cathy Loerzel to continue their conversation on calling and how we are meant to live. In this episode, they discuss what it means to live in the fullness God has for us. A life that is filled with both joy and grief - and the importance of bringing God into the pain in our stories.
Cathy is a co-author with Dr. Dan Allender of “Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling” and co-founder of The Allender Center.
Listen to this part 2 episode where Karrie and Cathy discuss stepping into our calling, accessing joy through healing, and bringing God into our pain.
This week Karrie talks with Cathy Loerzel, speaker and coach, about our calling and what that really looks like in our lives. In this episode, they share their own perspectives of adhering to their calling while also finding joy in their everyday lives. From speaking to many on stage, to serving our families in the mundane, we are called to find beauty and delight in God's calling on us, big or small.
Cathy is a co-author with Dr. Dan Allender of “Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling” and co-founder of The Allender Center.
Listen to this 2 part episode where Karrie and Cathy discuss stepping into our calling, taking joy in the mundane, and living life to the fullest.
This week Karrie talks with Cathy Loerzel, speaker and coach, about our calling and what that really looks like in our lives. In this episode, they share their own perspectives of adhering to their calling while also finding joy in their everyday lives. From speaking to many on stage, to serving our families in the mundane, we are called to find beauty and delight in God's calling on us, big or small.
Cathy is a co-author with Dr. Dan Allender of “Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling” and co-founder of The Allender Center.
Listen to this 2 part episode where Karrie and Cathy discuss stepping into our calling, taking joy in the mundane, and living life to the fullest.
Trigger Warning (References Violence and Sexual Assault)
Pastor Florence sits down with Karrie to share her story and how she is living out her dream to serve Rwanda. Listen in as Pastor Florence tells us how God has constantly provided for her and her family while living in her purpose.
Pastor Florence’s dream has come to life through the Dream Center in Rwanda, Africa. Africa New Life serves over 11,000 Rwandan children and mothers by teaching life skills, meeting needs, and empowering the community.
As Pastor Florence shares her story and the joy in living out her dream, we have to ask, “What are you dreaming about?” It is never too late to dream with Jesus. All it takes is a “yes.”
Learn more about Africa New Life and how to come alongside Pastor Florence:
Africa New Life
Trigger Warning (References Violence and Sexual Assault)
Pastor Florence sits down with Karrie to share her story and how she is living out her dream to serve Rwanda. Listen in as Pastor Florence tells us how God has constantly provided for her and her family while living in her purpose.
Pastor Florence’s dream has come to life through the Dream Center in Rwanda, Africa. Africa New Life serves over 11,000 Rwandan children and mothers by teaching life skills, meeting needs, and empowering the community.
As Pastor Florence shares her story and the joy in living out her dream, we have to ask, “What are you dreaming about?” It is never too late to dream with Jesus. All it takes is a “yes.”
Learn more about Africa New Life and how to come alongside Pastor Florence:
Africa New Life
Karrie shares about her upcoming trip to Rwanda and how God is challenging her in her preparation.
Are you preparing for the BEST case scenarios to happen in your life? Karrie discusses her tendency to prepare for the worst-case scenario as a form of protection instead of planning for God’s best for her. She walks us through what it looks like to trust in God’s goodness in spite of fearing disappointment in our lives.
What does it mean to prepare for your best-case scenario?
Africa New Life
Psalm 27:13
To donate to offset to costs of the Donate to help them fund the women’s event and the support they will give to the attendees after: https://www.africanewlife.org/impact/
This week Karrie and Jen Jones continue their conversation about living with a diagnosis. They share practical tools for how you can offer care to people when they receive a diagnosis for themselves or a loved one. No one is a problem to be solved but STORY to be HELD.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences, podcast and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California. She is a certified health coach, and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Keep up with Jen here:
IG: @jenjonesx4
Podcast: Leading a Significant Life
Website: jenjonesdirect.com
This week Karrie and Jen Jones talk about the moments that they have received a diagnosis for themselves and/or people they love. They talk about the power of suffering and honesty throughout the process. Listen in as they share about how those moments impacted their relationship with God and family.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences, podcast, and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California. She is a certified health coach, and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically, and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Keep up with Jen here:
IG: @jenjonesx4
Podcast: Leading a Significant Life
Website: jenjonesdirect.com
This week Karrie and Jen Jones continue their conversation about demand and why it ISN’T from Jesus.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences, podcast, and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California. She is a certified health coach and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically, and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Keep up with Jen here:
IG: @jenjonesx4
Podcast: Leading a Significant Life
Website: jenjonesdirect.com
This week's episode kicks off a 4-week series with Karrie’s dear friend, Jen Jones. They both share honest stories about times when they felt the WEIGHT of demand and how it is very different than obligation.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences, podcast, and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California. She is a certified health coach and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically, and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Keep up with Jen here:
IG: @jenjonesx4
Podcast: Leading a Significant Life
Website: jenjonesdirect.com
This week is the second part of Karrie’s interview with Tori Hein. In this episode, Karrie and Tori share some of their stories that impacted the way that they view themselves and how they have found purpose from their pain.
Tori is a down-to-earth communicator and coach who engages people with her authenticity and passion for God and His word. She founded For Eternity & Until, a podcast and online educational resource for ambitious women of faith, in May 2020.
Whether on stage speaking, coaching her clients, or sitting snuggled on a couch with a friend, her goal is to move others toward God in their story and live for eternity, now. She and her husband, Matt, and two children, Micaiah and Amara, live in the Tennessee countryside just south of Nashville.
Keep up with Tori here:
Instagram: @torimaehein
Podcast: For Eternity and Until
Join us at Freedom Academy: https://www.karriegarcia.com/freedomacademy
This week Karrie interviews podcaster and coach, Tori Hein, about the deep roots of their shared tendency to achieve and perform. In this part, they share honest stories about how they have tried to earn worth by working and striving FOR it instead of FROM it.
Tori is a down-to-earth communicator and coach who engages people with her authenticity and passion for God and His word. She founded For Eternity & Until, a podcast and online educational resource for ambitious women of faith, in May 2020.
Whether on stage speaking, coaching her clients, or sitting snuggled on a couch with a friend, her goal is to move others toward God in their story and live for eternity, now. She and her husband, Matt, and two children, Micaiah and Amara, live in the Tennessee countryside just south of Nashville.
Keep up with Tori here:
Instagram: @torimaehein
Podcast: For Eternity and Until
Join us at Freedom Academy: https://www.karriegarcia.com/freedomacademy
This week we share an interview with Karrie and Andi Andrew, a fantastic author and pastor! She shares about the heart and honest stories that birthed her newest book "Friendship — It’s Complicated." As we all know, friendship is difficult but so necessary! This interview offers practical tools for improving and healing friendships.
Andi Andrew is the author of "She Is Free", "Fake or Follower", and her newest book, "Friendship–It's Complicated."
She is also the founding Pastor of Liberty Church, a multisite church she pioneered with her husband Paul in 2010. In 2015 she launched She Is Free, a movement that exists to engage and equip women to encounter God and expand the Kingdom. Currently, Andi's life is focused on raising her four kids in Brooklyn, writing books, creating for her show and podcast Coffee With Andi, building Liberty Church, and traveling to invest in churches and lives all around the world.
Keep up with Andi here:
Instagram: @andiandrew
Website: www.andiandrew.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Friendship-Its-Complicated-Authentic-Connection-Together/dp/0801094313
Podcast: Coffee With Andi
Something we talk about a lot on The Honest Pod is our connection to ourselves, God and others. Join us this week as Karrie, Mario, and Allyson share some of their experiences as a friend and being a friend. They also discuss some of the markers for WHEN it’s time to invite a friend into hard seasons and why you should seek that SAFE outside perspective to ground you in your story.
This week Karrie speaks about why it’s necessary to pause and grieve when you are experiencing loss and shares some of her process of grieving Shara’s absence on The Honest Pod.
Karrie’s heart is for The Honest Pod to remain a space for herself and others to share their stories honestly.
Even during seasons where life and hope feel dormant, life is always waiting to bloom.
Stay tuned for an exciting new season of The Honest Pod!
This week Shara shares some exciting news about the new direction her life is heading and says a tearful goodbye to The Honest Pod family. Listen in as we talk about the reality of goodbyes and the beauty in saying goodbye well.
If you would like to share a way that Shara has impacted your life, please email hello@thehonestpodcast.com and we will get your message to her!
This week Karrie and Shara bring on the rest of The Honest Pod family (Mario Garcia and DJ AllyMills) for a joy-filled episode where they review and discuss some of 2021's most popular Christmas gifts!
This week Karrie and Shara wrap up their series on the enemy’s plan by discussing the ways in which the enemy has personally attacked their mindsets and how they fought back.
They also dive into the authority the scripture gives us in this area and the freedom that will come when we step into that authority.
As always, you can send your questions to us at hello@thehonestpodcast.com!
References in this episode:
Luke 10:17-20
This week Karrie and Shara talk about the importance of naming the specific times and places the enemy has tried to assault you and how those areas are often related to your gifting. They also break down, step-by-step, how to break a contract with the enemy.
Join us next week for the third and final part of the series on the enemy’s plan!
Resources discussed in this episode:
Adam Young's podcast "The Place We Find Ourselves" Warfare Series
This week Karrie and Shara laugh about some of the things in life that they are NOT currently thankful for but have actually highlighted what they ARE thankful for.
We are so thankful for all of your support and wish you all a happy holiday season!
This week Karrie and Shara name some of the places in their life where they have realized the truth behind the lies of the enemy. Places in their life where the enemy has kept them feeling stuck, small, and fearful and how knowing and naming the enemy’s plan allows for true freedom to rise.
This week they cover three tactics the enemy uses to assault you in your daily life and especially in your youth. Join us for part 2 to hear some practical tools!
We would love to hear how this episode (or others) has landed on you! Please email your thoughts and/or questions to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
Resources:
Live No Lies by John Mark Comer
This week Karrie interviews author and speaker, Lisa Whittle, about her newest book/devotional, “The Hard Good,” and some of the stories in her life that shaped the tone and tenderness of each chapter.
Lisa shares honestly that hard things are a part of life, but they don’t have to have the final word. They can become the keys to our greatest usability in the kingdom of God—that is, if we let God make good of them, rather than running away and refusing the growth we truly crave.
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Lisa Whittle is the best-selling author of 8 books and several Bible studies, including Jesus Over Everything and The Hard Good. She is a sought-out Bible teacher for her wit and bold, bottom-line approach. She is the founder of online communities: Ministry Strong for ministry leaders and Called Creatives for writers and speakers, and host of the popular Jesus Over Everything podcast. She’s a wife, mom, lover of laughter, good food, and The Bible, and a self-professed feisty work in progress.
Jesus is everything. It is the heart, the passion, and the leadership approach of author and speaker and podcast host, Lisa. Her love runs deep to see people pursue Jesus for life, grow deep roots of faith, and walk strong in the midst of a world that so often seems to have gone crazy.
Here are a few ways to connect with Lisa:
The Hard Good book and the 6 Weeks companion Bible Study: https://lisawhittle.com/good/
Website - https://lisawhittle.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisawhittleofficial
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisarwhittle
This week Karrie interviews mental health advocate, Brittney Moses about how, as Christians, we can integrate the mental health conversation into the Church by engaging all the aspects of our humanity (mind, body and soul) that He created while keeping God and His word as the ultimate truth.
In the Church, we typically experience a lot of shame or even abstract talk around mental health and it is Brittney’s passion to bring many different practical tools to the Christian experience.
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Brittney Moses is a mental health advocate encouraging the integration of faith, culture, and wellness. A mom and a Los Angeles native, Brittney walks the walk, holding to a faith-informed approach to mental health that is deeply steeped in personal experience and compassion for those she serves. From serving in churches over the past decade, formerly founding an international youth non-profit ministry and as a NAMI-certified support group facilitator and Crisis Textline counselor, Brittney has encountered a wide variety of mental health crises over the years, allowing her to distill theory into practical methodology.
When she’s not writing posts for her popular blog BrittneyMoses.com or hosting her Faith & Mental Wellness Podcast, Brittney can often be found hitting the California beaches and spending precious time with her Austin and fiance Jason.
Connect with Brittney:
Instagram: @BrittneyMoses
Instagram: @ChristianMentalHealth
Instagram: @faithmentalwellnesspodcast
Facebook: @BrittneyAMoses
Twitter: @Brittney_Moses
BrittneyAMoses.com
This week, Karrie and Shara share some of their typical signs and behaviors that rise to the surface when they are feeling overwhelmed and how, during these times, we can meet ourselves with kindness by practicing the three things that Jesus did; pause, presence and pivot.
Things referenced in this episode:
Redeeming Heartache by Dan Allender and Cathy Loerzel: https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Heartache-Suffering-Reveals-Calling/dp/0310362016
Buy tickets to the Own the Light Tour: ownthelighttour.com
Attend Karrie's Freedom Academy: karriegarcia.com/freedomacademy
This week, Karrie talks with renowned Psychologist, Dr. Dan Allender, and trauma expert, Cathy Loerzel, MA about their new co-authored book, Redeeming Heartache. This book will help you recognize what trauma has formed your strengths, heal from trauma you have forgotten, and identify how your stories of suffering have set the trajectory of your calling. Throughout the book, Dan and Cathy walk you through the six types of harm and how they play out in your life and affect you and your relationships. This is an incredible book that takes you past heartache and allows you to see the goodness that can come from it!
Buy the book today!
https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Heartache-Suffering-Reveals-Calling/dp/0310362016
Dan Allender Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/danbeckyallender
https://www.instagram.com/danballender/
Cathy Loerzel Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/cathy.loerzel
https://www.instagram.com/cathy.loerzel/
Attend an Allender Story Workshop:
https://theallendercenter.org/offerings/workshops/the-story-workshop/
This week Karrie interviews author and coach, Jess Connolly about the frustration, disappointment, and the shame of somehow feeling both too much and never enough in her body. And how that feeling brought about the creation of her newest book, “Breaking Free From Body Shame.”
Jess Connolly is a woman who wants to leave her generation more in awe of God than she found it. She is passionate about family, God's Word, and seeing women take their place in the kingdom. She's an author, a church leader, and a coach.
She's written nine books - including Wild and Free with Hayley Morgan, You Are The Girl For The Job, and Breaking Free from Body Shame - out in June 2022.
Jess and her husband Nick live in Charleston, SC where they've planted Bright City Church. They have four wild and hilarious kids: Elias, Gloriana, Benjamin, and Cannon. They also have an unruly dog named Deacon.
Follow Jess and her adventures on IG: @jessaconnolly @breakingfreefrombodyshame @goandtellgals
Check out her website and book, “Breaking Free From Body Shame”, at jessconnolly.com.
This week, Karrie interviews her dear friend, Jen Jones, about her struggle with the word “significant” and how our passions are most often birthed from places of pain.
Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books, courses, conferences, podcast and Significant Life groups, she equips and empowers women to create the life they love on the foundation of faith. Jen and her husband Marcus are living this great adventure with their four children in San Diego, California.
She is a certified health coach, and has built a nationwide health and wellness business. She guides people on a path to help them take control of their health—mentally, physically and spiritually. She is in the personal transformation business.
Join Jen and Karrie at the Significant Conference here: significantconference.com
Follow Jen on IG @jenjonesx4
Check out her website, jenjonesdirect.com
Wading through the seemingly complex waters of why freedom seems to take so long. What does this say about us? What does this say about God?
In this episode, Karrie and Shara dive deeper into their own healing journeys and identify the realities of why God gives freedom little by little.
This week Karrie and Shara catch up and discuss some new exciting news in Shara’s personal life and they both share how her relationship with God has kept them both grounded through the many ups and downs in their story.
**Trigger Warning: Suicide, suicidal ideation
This week Karrie interviews her dear friend, Heather Funk Palacios about how to hold space for yourself and/or others who are battling mental afflictions or suicidal tendencies. Heather shares honestly about her personal journey with mental affliction and how her pain has shaped her purpose.
Ultimately, there is so much power and beauty with just staying with and praying for people who are struggling with mental affliction. You can not save them but you can love them.
If you are in emotional distress or struggling with thoughts of suicide please call 800-273-8255.
If you are in NEED of a Life Box please request one at wondherful.com.
If you are able to donate to keep sending these boxes to those who need a lifeline, you can donate here: https://wondherful.com/support/
We all have survival techniques that our body has unconsciously created in order to help us “survive” by avoiding pain. Listen in this week to hear Karrie and Shara talk through how we can start to retire those old thought patterns or narratives and let God hold us in really hard and big feelings.
This week Karrie guides you through a body scan and scripture meditation to create space for some soul care. Learn some practical and easy exercises to calm anxiety, depression, or just gain clarity to a restless mind.
This week Karrie interviews Jackie Brewster, a certified Enneagram coach and a certified Experiential Specialist about her personal experience with the Enneagram and why she believes the it can help people, teams, and organizations uncover and discover who they are and how to grow towards health in their personal lives as well as in their corporate roles through the teachings of the Enneagram and Biblical truths.
The power of the Enneagram is that it offers compassion and empathy for us to hold space for other people in a whole new way.
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Jackie Brewster lives in Franklin, Tennessee with her husband, Stephen Brewster, and their four amazing children. Together they started a consulting company that helps people, teams, and organizations overcome being overwhelmed. Jackie is passionate about seeing people discover who they are and loves to help people grow towards health in all areas of their lives.
Connect with Jackie here:
Instagram: @Enneagramwithjb
Website: enneagramwithjb.com
Hearing God Speak, her interactive Enneagram devotional: https://enneagramwithjb.com/hearing-god-speak/
This week, Karrie and Shara share about how we can own the light in our lives based on Matthew 5:14. We will see how no matter what your story, God wants to ignite HIS light through you.
We also get to hear a bit more about the Own the Light tour Karrie and Shara are a part of!
After the year we have had, many of us are having to navigate loss more often than ever before. This week Karrie and Shara discuss how we can hold others during their time of loss and how we need to allow ourselves to be held as well.
As always, please send any questions or topics you would like to hear Karrie and Shara discuss to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
This week Karrie interviews pastor and author, Adam Weber, about his own journey of realizing his passion for befriending his neighbor. This honest and candid interview shows the heart of a pastor that beats for the marginalized, helping restore your faith and ignite your own passions.
Adam Weber is the founder and lead pastor of Embrace, a church based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Author of Talking with God, he also hosts a podcast called The Conversation. Adam likes sitting on his front porch, singing in his car at the top of his lungs, and meeting strangers (the stranger the better). You connect with Adam here:
Website: adamweber.com Instagram: @adamaweber Facebook: @adamaweber Twitter: @adamweber Love Has A Name: https://amzn.to/34hqBkO The Conversation Podcast: https://bit.ly/32zMERL
This week Karrie and Shara interview Karrie’s husband and Freedom Movement’s Creative Director, Mario Garcia about his story of radical obedience and surrender.
Mario shares honestly about his encounter with God that brought about total surrender, and how his BOLD YES has allowed him to fully step into the person that God created him to be.
This week, Karrie and Shara talk about how just one bold “yes” to what God is inviting you into can change the trajectory of your life. They unpack what it means to live in delayed obedience and share some of their own bold yes’s!
What was one bold yes you have made that changed the path of your life?
This week Karrie and Shara answer some questions from the 11 listeners including:
How to balance your marriage while on your journey to healing? How to navigate trauma when it comes to your family of origin? Some exciting news with Karrie’s non-profit, Freedom Movement and MORE!
This week Karrie and Shara define the differences between condemnation and conviction. The invitation is to bring Jesus and a trusted loved one into where your’e feeling condemnation in order to bring freedom from it.
You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus. We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com. If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here! Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara talk about leadership and why they believe everyone is a leader. The question isn’t IF you are leading but really the question is HOW are you leading the people you love? Leadership isn’t about what you do but it’s about who you are.
Are you interested in leaning into your story more? Join Karrie for her next Freedom Academy! — You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week, Karrie and Shara interview trauma therapist and host of The Place We Find Ourselves podcast, Adam Young, about why it’s important to name the harm and wounds in your story, so that true freedom can arise.
Adam is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Master degrees in Social Work and Divinity. He has completed extensive training with The Allender Center, including the Certificate Program and Externship Program and is also certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
You can listen to Adam’s podcast, The Place We Find Ourselves: https://adamyoungcounseling.com/podcast/
Follow Adam on Instagram: @adamyoungcounseling
Check out his website for current offerings: https://adamyoungcounseling.com/
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara examine comparison, the different ways it can show up, and how to healthily engage with it. Comparison is our humanity in the hands of the enemy but what happens to comparison when our humanity is in the hands of God?
Are you interested in leaning into your story more? Join Karrie for her next Freedom Academy!
https://www.karriegarcia.com/freedomacademy
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie interviews author and relationship coach, Kait Warman, about how places of rejection in your story can actually be a gift instead of a burden. They also talk about Kait’s book, “Thank You for Rejecting Me,” where Kait vulnerably shares how she grew through her deepest, darkest rejections and offers readers the tools to heal from the past, take back their power, and walk in strength, victory, and love into their future.
Kait Warman is an inspirational speaker, a popular relationship coach, and the host of The Heart of Dating podcast. She helps thousands of men and women on their journeys through the conversations on her podcast, social media platforms, one-on-one relationship coaching, and online courses.
You can purchase Kait’s book: https://www.tyfrm.com/
Follow Kait on Instagram: @kaitness
Follow Heart of Dating on Instagram: @heartofdating
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara talk through identifying self sabotaging behaviors, and how not to let them stop you from stepping into your dreams.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie unpacks Joshua 2, the story of Rehab, and how the story of waiting can marry the courage to speak up for what you need and want. In both of these heart postures, Rahab shows us courage and patience while her story is waiting to be redeemed.
Are you interested in leaning into your story more? Join Karrie for her next Freedom Academy! https://www.wearefreedommovement.org/academy
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie interviews Courtney Misener on the importance of boundaries and how they can protect you, and allow you to step further into your calling.
Courtney Misener has worked with non-profits, start-ups, and companies both small and large, to provide tools that promote emotional health, respectful communication, awareness around depression and empathy, self-affirmations and self-care, and how to establish healthy boundaries (with others and ourselves).
Connect with Courtney on social media!
FB : Courtney Misener (cmmisener)
IG : cmisener
TikTok : lbpenny
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara share their individual words for 2021 and why they believe choosing a word for the year will help you break strongholds in your life!
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara interview the talented Tanya Godsey about how we can find mystery and wonder in the presence of God that will bring about rest and peace.
Tanya Godsey is a Nashville based Singer Songwriter, Worship Leader, Speaker & Founder of Redeeming The Story Retreats. She is in that seemingly small family of Artists who are gifted and called to function as rare hybrids. As both Minister and creative conduit Tanya shares stories and truth, whether musical or spoken, with the true heart of a Pastor. Her deepest desire is to leave a lasting spiritual deposit in the heart of those who have ears to hear and to facilitate moments that give way to true encounters with God.
You can find all of Tanya’s incredible music (including The Honest Pod’s intro song, “Coming Back To Life”) on all streaming platforms!
Instagram: @tanyagodsey
Website: www.tanyagodsey.com
YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/whoistanyag
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara kick of a new series by addressing the importance of taking time to reflect and pause. They share three steps to allowing your heart to be aligned with Gods as you venture into all he has for you.
Scriptures Referenced in this episode:
Lamentations 3:40
Romans 12:2
2 Corinthians 13:5
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara talk through questions that you have asked them! Listen in as they share open and honestly about everything from some of the worst dates they have been on to how they have figured out their “hell no, not on my watch.”
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara wrap up the Advent season and share 5 tips for regulating during potentially overwhelming and/or triggering situations that you may encounter.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Continuing with the theme of Advent, this week Karrie and Shara talk about the importance of honesty and naming truth. Just like in creation, God takes “formless and void” and He will turn it into beauty and joy.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie and Shara uncover the goodness that is offered in the word and tradition of advent. Advent is a word we have likely all encountered but might not know the power that comes from it. Advent doesn’t take us into despair but instead allows us to name the weariness and heartache without losing the joy. Advent helps us hold the right now and the not yet. This Christmas season, we hope that this will help you engage advent and move from tradition into ritual because in the midst of darkness, hope will shine.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week Karrie talks with her Pastor and friend, Dave Mudd about the true mission of the Church and how important it is that we change the way we think about Church. You can follow Dave and his church, The Hope Collective, on Instagram @davemudd and @thehope.collective.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Join Karrie this week as she dives into defining the meaning behind holding space for the heart, how it enables the Holy Spirit to heal, and how using these tools can bring about hope! Holding space is what we as Kingdom bearers are called to do. It’s with curiosity and empathy around someone’s story that allows them to feel known and loved.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
As a follow up to last week’s episode, this week Karrie shares about how it’s from the places of hurt that Hope rises. To hold Biblical Hope we must allow ourselves to name the places where we are in deep need — need for comfort, or care, or just the presence of God in our grief. Our pain without the comfort of Jesus produces destruction, but our pain in the hands of God produces freedom.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week, Karrie talks about the important role of Faith as an anchor and foundation that allows us to remember where we have been and in turn, have hope for the future. It is remembrance through Faith that is the key to growing and being grounded.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week on The Honest Pod, Karrie and Shara share four practical questions to ask yourself when you are in the midst of any big decision.
You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
If you enjoyed listening to our show, please head over to iTunes to leave us a review. Thanks for joining us — we are so glad that you are here!
Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Join us this week as Karrie and Shara talk about how they have experienced God in the midst of some of their biggest decisions, and how God is always inviting us to seek his goodness even when there is grief and pain during difficult times.
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You can keep up with our hosts on Instagram at @karriescottgarcia and @sharahaus.
We would love to hear from you! Submit your questions or thoughts to hello@thehonestpodcast.com.
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
In this episode Karrie and Shara talk about the power of faith by reflecting on times when Jesus was their lifeline. The power of faith allows us to rise up and have authority over our places of wounding. There is freedom in knowing that we are free to explore our faith with God.
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Join Karrie and Shara this week as they talk with the brilliant Tiffini Kilgore, author and founder of home décor company, House of Belonging! For Tiffini, the trauma and brokenness of her upbringing seemed to follow her into her own family home. The one steady constant amidst the hurt was the reassuring, capable voice of her Heavenly Father.
About her book Kilgore says, “I once thought rescue was a single event. Now I see it is a daily rescue. A daily coming to the table, letting him feed me gospel. Every single day. It’s beautiful. Simple. It’s enough.”
Tiffini’s book, “Misfit Table,” is a testament to this life-changing paradigm; readers will allow it to strengthen their personal relationships with a God of rescue and redemption, and find true belonging at the table of God, a ‘misfit table.’ — Get to know the amazing Tiffini Kilgore by following her on Instagram (@houseofbelonging) or checking out her website! **You can also purchase her book, “Misfit Table: Let Your Hunger Lead You to Where You Belong” on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FKQP4Y
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Hope is defiant, but we can’t be defiant if we have not allowed ourselves to face off our own places of darkness. Listen as Karrie and Shara discuss how their own moments of honesty have brought about hope.
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
This week, Karrie talks with her husband, Mario Garcia, about what it’s like doing life with someone who struggles with anxiety and depression and how hope rises in the midst of some of our darkest places.
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
In this episode Karrie and Shara discuss practical tools for engaging with your story!
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
Join Karrie and Shara as they chat with Toni Collier, Creator of Broken Crayons Still Color, about diving into the honest places that drive her mission and the truth that broken and beautiful can coexist.
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Get to know the amazing Toni Collier (@tonijcollier) and her organization, Broken Crayons Still Color (@brkncrayons) by following them on Instagram! **For more encouraging content from Toni join her Facebook Group: The Hopeful Woman Collective.
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Music by Tanya Godsey (@tanyagodsey)
In this episode, Karrie and Shara talk about the impact family of origin has on your story and the freedom that comes when you realize that God designed us to operate knowing we are flawed. That allows us to hold our need for grace and redemption empathetically for our family.
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As we continue with the Power Series, Karrie and Shara talk about the power of your story and the affect it has on all aspects of your life. When you acknowledge and engage your story you can understand the power it has and begin to widen the lens to see how our story impacts our day-to-day experiences.
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This episode marks the beginning of the Power Series!
In this episode, Karrie and Shara address why honesty is at the center of your healing. The first step to living free and fully alive is getting HONEST and inviting God into the hardest parts of your story.
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Welcome to the first ever episode of The Honest Pod! This episode you will get to know the hosts, Karrie Garcia and Shara Haus, and hear about why they are so passionate about honesty.
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