Lexie & Michelle explore spiritual practices and ways of connecting with God, others and ourselves. They invite you in to the conversation and to perhaps try on a new practice.
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Michelle & Tina want you to know about a virtual group coach experience beginning October 10th for 6 weeks. Discover a thriving wellness community dedicated to empowering women like you. Listen to this short episode to hear more about this wellness journey. In this episode we talk about how overwhelm can cause us to freeze in our wellness journey. We want to set you up for success before the…
Michelle & Tina want you to know about a virtual group health coach experience beginning October 10th for 6 weeks. Discover a thriving wellness community dedicated to empowering women like you. Listen to this short episode to hear more about this wellness journey that will help you understand your unique body holistically, uncover the root causes of unwanted symptoms or health concerns, and…
There are many ways God speaks to us, but our bodies, which He created and called "good" is one of those ways. And yet, we often ignore the signals our bodies give us. Our body is where the Spirit resides (I Corinthians 6:19). As Barbara Brown Taylor says, "....trust the body to enlighten the soul." What if we stop to ask what God is trying to tell us through our body's signals and functions?…
It is with sadness that we announce this is our final "official" Deep Breath episode (although there may be some announcements here and even a meditation or lectio divina from time to time). In this final episode you'll hear: A message from Lexie Why we've decided to discontinue new episodes and what is next An encouragement to practice the disciplines in community Some reflection questions and a…
This is #3 in the Joy Summer Trilogy and again, Lisa Ostreim joins the podcast to chat about the true meaning of joy, where it originates and this idea of fueling your joy when it seems dormant. Is it possible to feel joy without Christ? We share some practical ways to travel that "on ramp" back to joy if you're feeling you've lost it. Quotes and definition of happiness and joy from Anne Robertson…
Here's #2 in our Joy Summer Trilogy . This week Lisa Ostreim interviews Michelle about where she finds joy, even in trials. How does she recover her joy? This interview is both practical and relatable. Leave a voicemail for us and tell us where you've been finding joy recently and your voice will be in #3 of the Trilogy next week! (See the link below) Scripture referenced: Ecclesiastes 5:19-20b…
This is the first episode in the Joy Summer Trilogy . This first episode covers Joy vs. Happiness. What's the difference? Is joy connected to pain or sadness? It's not easy to define joy. Here's just a few thoughts, particularly from the saints that have gone before us. Coming up in the Joy series: Lisa interviews Michelle regarding joy in her life and we hear from you, our listeners about where…
Summer is in full swing in the Pacific Northwest. Wondering if you find yourself scrambling to fit it all in, including some rest and play, but finding yourself exhausted and empty at the end. Is it possible to create a rhythm for our summer that takes into account our work, our season of life, our need for play and rest, and our desire to connect with God? I'll share some examples and walk you…
So much in this episode: God and time, the evolution of clocks, slowness, and the gifts those with disabilities bring us. Amazingly, these subjects all flow together and cause us to take a challenging look at the way we view both time and those with disabilities. After all, we will all grow into disability as time moves on. It's only a matter of time. Discover what role the Benedictine monks had…
A short lectio divina and reflective meditation for when you feel dry and thirst for more of God. Where are those places that feel dry? This reading will be from Psalm 63:1-8. Other verses that are great for those dry times are: Psalms 42:2, Psalms 107:9, Psalms 143:6. Grab a quiet place and maybe a journal and sit and drench your Spirit in God's Word and His presence. Book reference and episode…
