Brittney Moses

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May 19

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Confidence is a positive trait, but it doesn’t mean we leave discernment, integrity, humility, understanding and compassion at the door for a hot take 💯❤️

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May 15

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I had to re-create a life that supported my nervous system.

I’ve been wanting to write this post for sometime as a witness of having experienced nervous system dysregulation that led to gut issues, panic attacks and generalized anxiety, muscle fatigue, etc.

Repairing our nervous system might not happen overnight but there are accumulative ways we can strengthen it through regular lifestyle habits.

I truly believe our bodies are made to heal with the right supports. And these are a few ways the nutrients we eat can play a role in the functioning of our brain and bodies.

I’ve always found the mind-body connection fascinating, so if you enjoy learning these things too or have a shared experience, let me know in the comments below! 👇🏽❤️

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May 13

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Dehumanizing people into the category of “enemy” is the easy thing to do.
It removes their story.
It removes their context.
It defines them by an audio bite.
It minimizes them to a comment.
It freezes them in time into past mistakes, assuming they can’t grow.
Or it makes them a sort of blank slate.
A character.
It’s easier to make an enemy of something that’s one dimensional, something that’s not fully real to us.

I once had a friend ask me what I thought about a person who had differing beliefs and ideas than me and I responded, “Honestly, given how they grew up, where they live, what they’re surrounded by, etc, given their context it makes sense that they landed on the logic that they did. It makes sense that they’d believe this way.”

It wasn’t a judgement statement. It wasn’t about whether or not they should fit into my own logic and understanding. It was an observation and the same could probably be said of myself in a number of ways.

People are more nuanced than a black and white narrative and while that doesn’t cancel their actions or sometimes even deserved consequences where there was harm, I am interested in seeing people as a whole person and taking into context what’s contributed to who they are.

I’d dare to believe that there are so many people who would be hard to truly hate if you removed the face value assumptions, sat with them one on one and knew their full story. A lot more would begin to make sense.

It was once said “An enemy is someone whose story you have not heard.” ― Slavoj Žižek

With all the pressure and praise for polarized hot takes I personally choose not to polarize, not because I don’t have thoughts, beliefs or convictions but because I’m a building bridges instead of walls kind of person.

I have friends all across the spectrum of thoughts and beliefs. And I love them deeply.

I believe in conversations over comebacks. And I believe there’s a time and place for these types of conversations to actually be fruitful.

Maybe this resonates with you. Maybe you’re convicted with a different approach. Either way I hope you know you’re welcome here ❤️

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May 12

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More snapshots from this weekends Mental Wellness Pop Up Social in Hollywood for Mental Health Awareness Month 🎉

It was so fun and refreshing to host this event with my friends at @clubrewire to bring community together around the mind-body connection to our mental health.

We opened the day with community conversations to build meaningful connections and turn strangers into friends with @likeucards led by @michaelnelder 😆, followed by a therapist-led talk with @laurelrae about the real benefits of mindfulness and movement on your brain, a community flow, and a dynamic panel on nutrition & the gut-brain connection, boundaries, downshifting from hustle culture, mental health psychology, etc.

We had such a great time I hope to do something like this again soon! Would you like to see an event like this near you?? ❤️

📸: @bydanielleceleste

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Happy Birthday to the love of my life and one of the best human beings I know 🥹❤️, my husband Jason 🎉

I know that on days like this it’s customary to say and post some of the best moments of your spouse, but there’s no better feeling than the integrity of knowing when a persons character matches what they show, and that is Jason.

This man is truly so patient, so kind, so selfless, one of the most easy going and nonjudgmental people you’ll ever meet and not to mention a wildly talented pianist- and I feel incredibly lucky we found each other. You care for me so well and make everyday life better ❤️

I can’t wait to see you grow and evolve over the years, so cheers to some of the best days ahead of us boo 🎉🥂😘

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Apr 17

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Confession: I have a hard time celebrating progress and small wins which means I have a hard time being proud of myself. Not because I’m not proud, but because I often don’t take the time to reflect on how far I’ve come or the work I’ve put in. It always feels automatic to me.

So today I’m pausing to be proud of the fact that I’ve been the most consistent I’ve ever been with regular movement in my life. I’ve been making sure at least 3x a week to get in some type of exercise and I’m deeply seeing the benefits in my mind and body.

This really has become my medicine.
I’ve found that it’s really about finding forms of movement that you like, that make you feel good and that work for you.

If you don’t like running then don’t! Lol maybe instead take a form of dance, cycling, kickboxing, a community team sport, or another activity you like. We just tried playing pickle ball a couple weeks ago with family and had so much fun.

Find your medicine and if you love it chances are you’ll naturally be more consistent ❤️

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Apr 16

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Rest isn’t a luxury you earn, rest is your divine right 🤍 take care of yourself friend.

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Apr 11

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Apr 9

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In our happy place, letting time slow down and remind us how beautiful life is 🤍

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Apr 7

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Thank me later 😉 Here are some of the books about nutrition and the brain that started to expand my perspective on holistic mental health care and have led to considerable changes in my lifestyle 🌿🤍

Are there any others you would recommend?

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Apr 7

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Being pushed by culture < being grounded in our soul

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Apr 5

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✨Self-Reminders for When Anxiety Rises✨ (from someone who’s been there ❤️)

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Apr 2

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Reasons for working out and getting in regular movement have changed entirely for me over the years.

These days I no longer do it because of guilt or pressure. I don’t do it because l’m discouraged with my body or because I want my body to look like anyone else’s- it’s taken many different shapes over the years and it will likely continue to change and l’ve accepted that.

Something shifted after I’d started dealing with chronic gut issues. I began to notice whenever I moved my body, I digested better, I had less discomfort, I had more energy, a better mood, more focus, more clarity, deeper sleep and overtime my gut literally healed.

Regular movement was working better than my medication at one point. And now I continue to feel the difference.

The mind-body connection is so real. I move my body not to look good on the outside but to feel good on the inside. It’s been a journey but for the first time in my fitness journey I love where I am. 🤍

If you wanted to commit to one things for the next 3 months, what would it be?

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Apr 1

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Some of my main intentions lately have been to:
1. Get outdoors more. ☀️
2. Downshift my life and slow down. 🌿
3. Be more present. Live mindfully. 🙏🏽
4. Prioritize connection, community and relationships. 🫶🏽
5. Move my body regularly (even if it’s just moderate exercise for 20 mins) 🤸🏽‍♀️

I like to keep it simple 🤍

Visualize what would it look like if you created a life that worked for you? What would change? What would you let go of? What would you spend more time doing?

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Mar 29

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Breaking the cycle in any part of our lives begins with being aware of the narratives we were born into, because it didn’t just start with you ❤️

If trauma, harm or injustice can run through families, cultures, institutions so can healing and renewal when we’re willing to participate in a new narrative.

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Mar 26

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Weekend reminder: Rest is your souls divine right 🤍🌿

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Mar 25

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Are you being lazy or are you trapped in the narrative that you always have to be doing more or advancing yourself in some way. I cant begin to express how dehumanizing this perspective is to our soul.
Rest is an innate part of humanity. We never should have been made to feel less than for it. 🤍 #HappyWeekend

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Mar 24

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I finished my last exams and papers of the quarter and took a deep exhale while heading into a needed spring break. #GradLife

Then I automatically started thinking about how to maximize the newly freed time to get more done. “Great I could use this time to work on more podcast stuff, create more content, maybe write a blog, etc!”

Then I thought…but what if I didn’t. What if I did less. What if I actually rested.

What if I downshifted and used this time to live more slowly instead.

I remember one time telling my therapist about how I’d wake up in the morning thinking about how to maximize my day.

She mentioned how I’m already starting my day in fight or flight mode. I really let that one sink in.

Why did I feel the constant need to “maximize” everything all the time?

Where were these narratives coming from?

So many narratives come from outside of us, many from our culture and our soul knows the difference. It never feels at peace living outside of ourselves.

I’ve been having more shifts in thought like this lately as I’ve been deconstructing the cultural narrative around work, hustle, worth and significance.

It’s something I have to keep returning to while finding new rhythms that work for me in each season.

When @thenapministry said “Exhaustion keeps us numb” and “I will no longer be a martyr for grind culture.” I felt that.

So I’m dedicating this page to not only focus on mental health and mind-body wellness but also whole living through rest, authenticity and connection.

If you’re feeling some of these same needs to shift in life, you’re in the right place 🤍

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Mar 21

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Every emotion serves a purpose. Even the negatively stigmatized ones like anger.

But what if I told you even anger was a part of reconnecting back with yourself and the truth of your experiences to help you move forward? That it could help us disconnect from harmful narratives that we internalized from harmful experiences and instead reauthor new and healthy ones for our life forward.

Often times at first people feel hopeless, depressed, insecure, lost and when they begin healing they’re taken off guard by the amount of anger that kicks in and was underneath it all because they had disconnected from themselves to stay safe all along. Here’s to changing the narrative 🤍

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Mar 20

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Happy first day of Spring! 🌿✨
Today we’re feeling especially green and appreciating the small joys- like these beautiful handcrafted mugs I found at the farmers market by @miamor.artesanal. They’ve been creating these through their family for over 500 years and that just feels so special. To take part in someone’s history.

The older I get the more I feel myself moving from the individualistic to the collective- and how we’re all woven together through history and time and shaping the world around us no matter how big or small our contributions may seem. Everything we do is sealed in history at each moment and ripples through the world, through every connection with one another and that’s kinda cool to think about. Especially in a social media world that encourages “main character energy” I find it refreshing and freeing to be apart of the whole. Like it or not, we’re all in this together 😉

When looking at the bigger picture from humanity, to the ecosystems to the cosmos we can appreciate that we’re a part of this great work that God is doing and unfolding over time and today I’m just taking a deep breath to appreciate being a part of it all in whatever part I have to play. 🤍

What are you grateful for today?

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Mar 19

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Take a step back to look at the bigger picture of what matters most to you in life and build your week around that. 🤍

What helps put you in the best position for the week ahead?

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Mar 19

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In honor of World Water Day today we “walked for water” with the @thirstproject to raise awareness around the millions of people who walk for water every day all over the world.

Women and children in developing countries walk an average of 3.75 miles/day to fetch dirty, contaminated water. Most people use what are called “Jerry Cans” to collect water in which are the yellow, diesel cans you see us carrying. However, when full, weighing around 44 lbs., making this daily trek even harder.

I’m eager to dive more into this and was glad I could bring, Austin, my 13 year old along to learn and become more socially conscious about these issues. Especially considering how much of a youth driven cause Thirst Project has become 👏🏽

Shoutout to @sethmaxwell1 for all his incredible work and founding the Thirst Project, who’ve is a nonprofit organization that works with the support of young people to END the global water crisis by building freshwater wells in developing communities that need safe, clean drinking water. Learn more about their work and how to get involved at thirstproject.org 👈🏽

Can’t think of a better way to spend our Saturday.

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Mar 16

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Centering my mind, releasing bodily tension, getting blood flow and a full range of motion helps me feel more clear and energized when getting the day started. What’s your most ideal way to start the day? 🤍

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Mar 16

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What do you think is one of the most interesting aspects of the gut-brain connection and mental health? Did you know any of this before?

This is one of many reasons I advocate looking at mental health from a holistic perspective. Mental health isn’t just in our mind, it’s also in our bodies 🤍

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Mar 14

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Tried my first barre class this morning with @purebarrewoodlandhills and it got me right in all the right places. 🔥

Barre is a full body workout utilizing the ballet barre and incorporating different elements of ballet, yoga and Pilates, while targeting low impact, high intensity movements that help tone the body. Needless to say, I will definitely be back 😆

Have you ever taken a barre class before and is it something you’d want to try?

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Mar 10

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Things you don’t have to be a therapist to do to start improving your relationships with people 🤍

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Mar 9

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There’s no right or wrong answer, just the truth and what we choose to do with it 🤍

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Mar 7

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Tuesday thoughts 💭❤️
I worry that the source of so much anxiety and depression or lack of fulfillment in our generation has come from being distracted to look for life in all the wrong places.

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Feb 20

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Monday thoughts 💭: Connection > Performance

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Feb 19

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As someone who has been on both sides, as both the one who helps and has needed help, I can tell you first hand how subtly mental health conditions can develop or present in our lives before it becomes our norm even when it’s completely debilitating to parts of our life.

We may just assume that these extreme or isolating ways of thinking or living are just a product of our logical thoughts, or it’s just our “personality” or the “way we are” and limit ourselves to true healing and another level of freedom.

I’m here to encourage that that doesn’t have to be the case and your precious life is worthy of real solutions ❤️

*Mental help resources at the link in bio*

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Feb 15

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Thanks for loving me so well today and every day @jstollpiano 🥹❤️🥰 #FirstMarriedValentines #HappyValentinesDay

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Feb 14

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Prayer, movement and gratitude have been the best combo to start my day 🤍 Happy Valentines Day 😃💕

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Feb 13

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What does childlike faith look like to you?

“Owe nothing to anyone—except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbor, you will fulfill the requirements of God’s law.” -Romans‬ ‭13‬:‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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Feb 12

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Stopping for breakfast in Santa Barbara, pausing to breathe and check in with each other, was just what we needed this morning 🤍🥰

As we hold ourselves accountable to live out our vows daily(a snippet from mine):

“I promise to support you, believe in you and recognize your strengths and potential, especially in the moments when it’s hardest to see.

I promise to respect you and hold you in the highest regard as my husband. To be patient and to remember that all things between us are rooted in love. That we are a team.

I promise to love you faithfully and protect our marriage fiercely.

I promise to be your safe space of kindness, compassion and understanding for you to turn to when you need it most. And that you’ll know you’re never alone in this life.” ❤️

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Feb 9

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What life has felt like lately 🤍🌿🙏🏽
I wish I could begin to describe how my life has changed inside out over the past year- a total refresh of my mind, my body, my soul. All birthed out of some of the most difficult hardships we’ve faced individually and collectively over the past few years- grief that’s awakened to life, anxiety absolved into mindful living, hustle exchanged for presence, a deeper gratitude for community, health challenges that united partnership with my body, an immersive faith and clarity of self. Maybe one of these days I’ll have all of the words.

For now I thank God for how light, how expansive, how full of love and clarity the days have brought me. It feels good here. 🤍

And thank you @the.brainhealth.doctor for your words as we hope to open the perspective on how wholesome healing can look.💯

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Feb 3

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If we only genuinely show love to those who look like us, live like us, believe like us, think like us, vote like us, then the reality is we’re really only loving ourselves. But I believe we’re called to something much greater that bears much more fruit in the world ❤️

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” - Mark 12:30-31

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For the one who feels like their faith is changing… 🫶🏽

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Jan 29

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Some real honest thoughts ahead‼️: For some reason we box the God of the entire Universe into only operating within certain formats, methods and spaces.

And He’s certainly in these spaces…

But Deuteronomy 10:14 says, “Look, the highest heavens and the earth and EVERYTHING in it ALL belong to God.”

James 1:17 says, EVERY good gift and every perfect gift is from above and comes from God.
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Acts 17:28 says for “in Him we LIVE and MOVE and EXIST”.

Faith is a flow that we live in, a state of being, a constant opportunity where we’re invited to meet God in all things. Where every moment can become sacred and a glimpse of the nature of heaven felt in our hearts.

How exciting and what a wonder it’s been to view life through today.

But I wrestled, doubted, healed, unlearned, relearned and surrendered entirely to get here. And there was a time I wasn’t sure if I’d ever get here and honestly that scared me- because I didn’t feel like that same 20 yr old in ministry.

I’d seen more. I’d been through more. I’d been more disappointed by people who claimed the same faith as me. I witnessed more scandals followed by more gaslighting. I’d developed more critical thinking. I discerned more. I learned to “test everything that is said” (1 Thessalonians‬ ‭5‬:‭21‬). I’d walked through complex and darker places with myself and others that could no longer be bypassed with simplistic black and white platitudes.

I finally realized that my faith journey was less about trying to recapture the novelty of where I used to be and instead learning to integrate all of my experiences forward with an authentic, nuanced and more whole faith.

I soon found a faith that was less performative, more honest and more sustainable. A faith that was no longer a “clanging symbol” but more relational and an internally secure way of living. A faith that was mentally, emotionally and spiritually mature.

Which I now realize was always part of the journey, I was bound to get here.

But I’m so grateful that as we journey through all our life experiences -the good, the bad and the ugly- nothing separates us from Gods love (Romans 8:31). This keeps me going through the hard parts. ❤️

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Weekend read 📚✨: The Myth of Normal- Trauma, Illness & Healing in a Toxic Culture by @gabormatemd.

What’s something you think we’ve “normalized” that probably isn’t great for the health of our society as a whole?

Im a big advocate of a system holistic and integrated mental & physical health and get excited when I see voices in our society who are speaking into the same direction. So I’m looking forward to diving into the Myth of Normal this weekend. 👏🏽

One of my favorite quotes so far:
“Much of what passes for normal in our society is neither healthy, nor natural… Health and illness are not random states in a particular body or body part. They are, in fact, an expression of an entire life lived, one that cannot, in turn, be understood in isolation: it is influenced by – or better yet, it arises from – a web of circumstances, relationships, events, and experiences.”

A small recap of the book: “So what is really "normal" when it comes to health? Over four decades of clinical experience, Maté has come to recognize the prevailing understanding of "normal" as false, neglecting the roles that trauma and stress, as well as the pressures of modern-day living, exert on our bodies and our minds at the expense of good health. For all our expertise and technological sophistication, Western medicine often fails to treat the whole person, ignoring how today's culture stresses the body, burdens the immune system, and undermines emotional balance.
Now Maté brings his perspective to the great untangling of common myths about what makes us sick, connects the dots between the maladies of individuals and the declining soundness of society--and offers a compassionate guide for health and healing.”

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Jan 19

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Who else loves a good morning skincare routine to recenter before the day starts ✨💕🧖🏽‍♀️

All products: http://liketk.it/2SgoE #liketkit @liketoknow.it

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I had the most satisfying morning burn at @pilatesplusla this morning 🔥👏🏽 Are my arms and legs shaking? YES. Would I do it again? Heck YES. There’s truly nothing like feeling the strength, mental resilience and energy flow of my body to start the day. It just gets me in the right mindset.

Have you tried Pilates yet? And if so, how much do you love it 😜

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What are some of your favorite mental health coping skills that have worked for you best? Here are some of mine:

Cognitive reframing- Is essentially challenge our negative thoughts and replacing them with a different perspective or healthy alternative ways of thinking about a situation in the moment

Breath-work: to help physically regulate the nervous system which can them help with emotional regulation and calming anxiety

Journaling: As a practice of self reflection, gaining self awareness and to move through thought processing

Vagus Nerve Activation- the vagus nerve is the longest nerve in our body that counters our fight or flight system and when activated can help reground the body by massaging, cold water immersion and humming

Prayer- and reconnecting with God, pouring out my thoughts feeling and emotions to God, regrounding my spirit.

Movement- through exercise, hikes, walks outside, stretching, dancing etc to get energy dispersed and flowing throw the brain and body + feel good endorphins!

Aromatherapy- whether it be essential oil roll-ons and diffusers or a candle to bring a sense of warmth and calm to reground our senses.

Visualization- is bigger than I think we realize. Many times our negative & anxious thoughts are paired with imagining the worst outcome. So re-vizualizing other outcomes. That things could work out, that you do get through this, that we can adapt no matter the outcome. Or even just visualizing how we want to intentionally show up for our day.

Did any of these stand out for you? 🤍

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They say that if you don’t make time for your wellness, you’ll be forced to make time for your illness.

And while that’s not something I’d claim on anybody, I can say personally after having a couple health scares at the end of last year that when your health is in jeopardy you soon realize nothing else matters.

It’s something that has really sobered me to prioritize wellness even more this year.

Some affirmations for our health to embody this year:

✨ I take care of my body with gratitude for how it takes care of me and all we’ve been through.

✨ I recognize that rest and recovery are a part of my overall well-being.

✨ I am open to learning and trying new things to improve my health.

✨ I see movement and exercise as an act of love for my body.

✨ I give my body the care and nourishment it needs to thrive.

Comment AFFIRMED if you’re claiming these with me.

And shoutout to @hannahfrankson for this morning’s killer ride. It was just what I needed 🔥

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Jan 9

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Praise God when we don’t look like what we’ve been through 🙌🏽😩🤍

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Jan 8

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Here’s to more museum days in 2023 🥂 - thanks for being the best company and art history connoisseur @chloejlandis 🤍

📍 Getty Villa Museum- Malibu, CA

Some background: The Getty Villa is a actually full-scale reconstruction of the Villa dei Papiri, a luxurious Roman residence buried when Mount Vesuvius erupted in Pompeii.

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Jan 6

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Where do you find yourself on the Stages of Change when it comes to a specific area of your goals this year?

*Clarification: Relapse can happen at any stage 🤍

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Jan 5

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Making resolutions < reframing your identity. What are you claiming about your identity this year? And therefore what type actions line up with that? 👇🏽

The more we commit to actions that reflect this identity, the more those actions build & strengthen our identity and who we become in a cycle until it’s a part of us.

From a faith-based perspective, this is very aligned with the process of sanctification. We are a new creation with a new identity that were called to align with as the person that we are created to be and in this new identity, we commit ourselves to different actions that then transform our character, and essentially, who we become in the long run in partnership with God. Amen?

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Do you have a word or phrase for the new year? Drop it in the comments below!
Mine has been: Health

I struggled with a lot of first time health issues at the end of the year that has motivated me even more toward a lifestyle of holistic wellness 🤍

How are you feeling now that we’re a couple days into 2023?

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Happy birthday daddy 🥹❤️ Here’s a snippet of such a sweet speech my dad gave out our wedding this summer.

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Wishing my dad the biggest Happy Birthday 🎉The first man I ever loved and the best dad a girl could ask for 😍❤️ Thank you for making me feel so loved 🥹 (swipe for a little Red PowerRanger action 😜)

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Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 🎄Sending so much love ❤️✨

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
- ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭9‬:‭6‬

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10 Ways to Realistically Take Care of You Mental Health as Christmas Approaches.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that every year doesn’t look the same and we have to allow ourselves the grace and flexibility for change while checking in with our needs realistically. ❤️

What have you found to be good for your mental health around the holiday season?

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Nocturnal panic attacks can feel wild but you’re not alone 🤍

Things that can help and have helped me cope through the roughest parts of a panic attack:
* Slow breathing to calm my body & let it pass through my body
* Praying through it & listening to scripture meditation
* Lavender essential oils
* Hydrating with a glass of water
* Placing and ice pack on my chest or the back of my neck
* Not forcing myself back to sleep and falling asleep when my body was ready
* Reminding myself that it will pass, it always does. So making yourself comfortable through it
* Sometimes removing yourself from the room or space where the panic attack took place
* Distracting myself while I’m awake with one of my favorite shows
* Cutting out caffeine or alcohol especially before bed
* Temporary beta blockers, because sometimes you need something to physically rest your nervous system, and bring your body into a calm. Always consult with your doctor about what’s best for you.

Have you ever experienced a panic attack or nocturnal panic attack? And if so, what has helped you?

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SWIPE to see what a year it’s been on the @faithmentalwellnesspodcast! I’m so grateful for the community of listeners here who have a heart to dive into the nuances of the intersection of mental health, faith and wellness to be better supporters of those around us and ourselves on this journey.

When I first started this podcast, I wanted to create the resource that my past-self needed in the depths of my own mental health struggles, and not finding many balanced conversations at this intersection.

Now it’s become a resource to so many around the world and we’ve all learned so much from the shared wisdom of mental health professionals, pastoral leaders, researchers, clinicians advocates and those with first-hand lived experiences. And we’ve covered so many dynamic topics along the way. I’m so grateful and so so honored to be a part of this work.

So I’m curious:
What topics or questions would you like to see discussed in the new year?

Tag someone who you think would be a great addition to the conversation!

And tag those who you think would benefit from this podcast.

Happy holidays and much love to you friends!! 🎄🎉❤️

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Dec 5

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Starting off this Monday with a grounding prayer of gratitude and peace 🙏🏽🤍

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Dec 2

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Spiritual bypassing vs genuine support
I’d love to hear your thoughts. What common forms of spiritual bypassing have you witnessed and what effect did it have for you?

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Nov 27

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Sometimes “you’ve changed” means “you’ve outgrown my comfort zone” 🤍 Shrinking in order to stay safe may also be a “fawn” trauma response. Check out the latest episode 72 for more on this on the @faithmentalwellnesspodcast.

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Nov 26

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The better question might be “How much time are you potentially willing to give up?” 😂 but really as always, do what’s most fitting for your situation ❤️

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Nov 25

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Loving this trend and Couldn’t imagine a better match 🤍

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Nov 22

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My first Get Ready With Me ✨: Getty Museum Edition ✌🏽🤍

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Nov 21

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Here we go part 2: Things I Stopped Doing After 30 💯❤️

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Nov 21

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Things I stopped doing after 30 (that have honestly been so freeing and good for my mind & soul)

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Nov 21

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Sustainable has been my word of the year, because while I am fully confident that there are so many things we are capable of doing- you wonderfully talented human being- it means little if we can’t sustain it- mentally, physically or emotionally.

Or if it overly compromises the things that matter most- my mind, my integrity, my physical health, my home, my family.

The older I get, the more clear it is to me.

The more I understand how stress stores in the body and physically breaks us down over time, the more clear it is to me.

The more I witness the difference in how I show up in life and in my work when I’m grounded versus trying to “keep up”, the more clear it is to me.

So if you can tell you’ve been burnt out and disconnected from your truest self by operating on the fumes of what’s do-able, or the fumes of playing catch up in the name of staying “relevant” let this be your green light to pause and rethink strategies that are sustainable to your life. Because the world will go on but there is only one of you. ❤️

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Nov 20

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Brunch + museum day at the @hammer_museum are the kinds of weekends I live for 😍 With my girl @chloejlandis 👯‍♀️

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Nov 18

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Let’s talk about relationship anxiety 🤍 FULL VIDEO on YouTube at the link in my bio ✨

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When there’s a big gap between how much energy we’re expending versus how much we’re receiving it can be a sure set up for burn out of energy, creativity and relationships. We’re not machines. We’re human beings. I hope you find ways to pour back into your mind, body and soul this week 🤍

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San Fransisco you are simply stunning this time of year 😍 This weekend we made a quick trip for a masterful solo piano recital by the hubby @jstollpiano who truly never ceases to amaze me with his talent, passion and humble dedication. Plus getting to spend time seeing my sister-in-love @karmel_michelle is always a bonus 💗 I don’t know about you but I’m loving being bundled up in these cooler temperatures 🥰

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Nov 14

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Food affects your mood 🥦🍌🍓🫐🥑🍅🍊(Bookmark this info for later!)

We can understand food as a couple of things: fuel for our body and the chemical building blocks for our brain. ⠀⠀⠀
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On a basic level, food breaks down into glucose which is a source of stored energy that keeps our bodies going and our brain powered.
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On a mental health level, we have something called the enteric nervous system (ENS) which is also known as the gut-brain connection where there is bi-directional communication between our gut and our brain- from what we’re digesting providing the nutrients and building blocks of neurotransmitters being relayed to our brain.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

In fact, 90% of serotonin, the neurochemical known for mood balance and well-being, is produced in the gut. ⠀⠀

Many refer to the gut as the “second brain” for these reason. ⠀

We also have a blood-brain barrier, which coats our brain, where vital nutrients are carried from our bloodstream toward the brain and are absorbed by the brain.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So having a lack of essential nutrient & vitamin sources such as found in fruits and veggies, proteins, and fatty fish/avocados (omega-3’s) or energy depletion because you haven’t been fully nourished, can both be immediate (and resolvable) reasons you’re mood has been feeling off. ⠀⠀
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We talk a lot about eating certain foods when it comes to our bodies, but how would it change things if we knew it was affecting our minds?

It’s the topic I love to share personally and get asked about often! For more details on nutrition and mental health check out our episodes 7, 36 & 37 on the @faithmentalwellnesspodcast with some incredible medical guests! ❤️

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Nov 13

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Some reminders of what you are worth:
- You are worth being committed to wholeheartedly
- You are worth being fully known and fully loved
- You are worth being able to bring up hard things without fear of abandonment or rejection
- You are worth a love that brings you peace and joy instead of chaos and confusion
- You are worth your heart being protected by having clear communication and healthy boundaries
- You are worth someone who shows effort in wanting to know you and grow to love you

I know loneliness and the confusion and pressures of this world can begin to blur these lines, so let me make it perfectly clear for you 👌🏽

Sincerely, a young single mom who was utterly broken and found redemptive love ❤️

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Nov 12

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Didn’t see that coming 🤪 So grateful for you @jstollpiano 😆😘

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Nov 11

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The demonization of emotions, let’s talk about it ☕️
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Emotions are information.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Emotions are indicators.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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By constantly pitting ourselves against emotions as the enemy we disconnect ourselves from the same feedback system that is meant to inform us about our convictions, our necessary boundaries, our wounds and areas of needed healing. We disconnect from God-given intuitions and discernment.
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Choosing to be self aware about our emotions doesn’t mean we have to let our feelings rule us or define us, but we can ask questions like:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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- what may have triggered these feelings⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
- is this an unaddressed area that may need healing?
- am I facing something that doesn’t align with my convictions and what are those convictions?
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I’m not saying that we should submit ourselves to every thought that pops into our head. But our automatic reactions can tell us a lot about what we’ve truly been storing. “As a face is reflected in water, so the heart reflects the real person.” - Proverbs 27:19⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Feelings may not always be factual but they exist for a reason. Whether that leads us back to the feet of Christ, or onto a healing journey with a trusted counselor or taking the necessary steps to better align with our convictions and boundaries- wisdom and discernment hand in hand with emotional indicators can ultimately lead us to genuine growth. ❤️

Check out the @faithmentalwellnesspodcast for more on this 🙌🏽

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Nov 10

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One of the most common questions I get asked about mental health is, how much of it is the spiritual and how much of it is physical?
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While this question is completely valid, the issue is that it always assumes the two are mutually exclusive. That it’s either this OR that.
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I always tell people, as believers, it can be both.
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Just like with physical illness, we can pray for healing and deliverance, while still seeking the practical and physical healing that we need, especially as symptoms persist.
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God is not limited to working things together in our lives in one way.
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While the mind is impacted by our spiritual state, the brain is also a biological organ with neural networks and it’s level of functioning impacts our thoughts, mood and behaviors.
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Even though we are spiritually renewed in Christ, our humanity, and all that comes with it, does not leave us. We still have to work through the human experience; really, for the rest of our lives. The hope is that we grow what we go through, both mentally and spiritually.
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Is it spiritual? Biblically, it could be.
Is it a malfunction in brain chemistry or the natural result of things like trauma, devastating events, our environment? Naturally, it very well could be.
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We care for both. It’s usually an oversimplification to assume there’s a single cause. We ultimately want to see people, including ourselves, healed, restored and showing up for the life we’ve been called to. It’s safe to make space for a holistic perspective of the fact that our mental health can be impacted biologically, psychologically, socially and spiritually and that our Father also cares about all of the details of our life.
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Check out the @faithmentalwellnesspodcast for more in depth conversations on this❤️ - @brittneymoses

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Nov 8

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5 signs that could actually be social anxiety. 🚫 this is not therapy or a diagnosis. It’s important to reach out to a clinician or therapist to further explore what’s going on especially if it’s affecting your quality of life- mostly because you’re worth having solutions and seeing a change in your life. 🤍

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Nov 7

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5 things to LET GO of for your mental health. Cheers to the other side of freedom 🙏🏽🤍

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Nov 6

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Sunday thoughts: Not taking Gods name in vain. 🤍 Welcome to the side of instagram where we’re all about mental, emotional and spiritual safety 🙏🏽

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Oct 31

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5 happy years later we stand by this 💯 It’s not about control or trust issues but protecting a marriage we want to last a lifetime ❤️

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Oct 24

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Drop a ❤️ if you’re a woman who loves her layers 😄 It’s finally sweater weather in LA and I’m living in it all week🍁🍂🧥

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Oct 11

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It’s hard to authentically heal and grow in the same environment that’s keeping us sick- it’s not just you and you deserve the space to thrive ❤️

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Oct 10

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One of the first steps of manipulation and control can be to disconnect people from their thoughts feelings and convictions- whether that be in a general language or spiritual language.

I’m gonna shoot it straight because I believe we’re all mature here, amen?

That transition, that career move, that relationship decision, that health decision, mental health choices, that financial choice, that degree choice, etc.

I’ve seen too many people (including myself at one point), make subjective choices according to the preference & pressures of others, sometimes even cloaked in the name of “Gods will”, only for it to backfire and set people back detrimentally.

Counsel is a great sounding board to have. I believe in it. I believe in collective wisdom. But I also believe that what works for someone else may not always be as applicable or beneficial in our situation. Sometimes it may even create more harm. And that’s something worth keeping in mind.

If God is the source of wisdom and knowledge, then God is also in common sense wisdom, practicality and discernment. Things that we also personally have access to.

I wish I learned this and stuck to my own convictions when it came to certain life choices sooner than later. Because once I did so much fell into alignment in my life for the better. And I post this hoping someone else gets it sooner.

If you haven’t explicitly heard it said yet:
You are allowed the space to get with your convictions, get with your trusted people, get with God and decide what is right for you based on the fact that it is you (and maybe your dependents too) living with the outcome. ❤️

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Sep 26

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We’ve got to keep our theological perspective on health consistent, including when it comes to mental health which has a dynamic of factors including biological, neurological, genetic, environmental, social, psychological and spiritual.

I’ve worn glasses for my eyesight since the third grade because my eyes aren’t functioning properly. I’ve never had someone question or assume my faith because I’ve decided to use a corrective prescription to help my eyes function instead of just trusting God for clear eyesight.

In the same way when it comes to mental health we are still dealing with organs and biological systems that sometimes need more correcting so someone can get back to basic functioning and show up for the lives that they’re called to live.

Everybody’s journey to healing and recovery is going to look different because our make up and our stories are different. I am so happy to hear about the testimonies of instant healing but we also need to leave room for the process of healing when it doesn’t happen right away.

That doesn’t make someone less of a person of faith, it makes them human. ❤️

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Sep 19

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Have you ever thought about how painful and traumatic events affect our spiritual life?

Including how close we feel to God, how we believe God sees us, how safe we feel in relationships and how we approach the world around us. More importantly, how do we begin to heal when the hurt has come from within our own faith community or when spiritual language was used to enable the hurt?

We know a lot about physical injuries, but what about spiritual injuries- and how that affects our faith and our relationships?

These are all vital questions to ask and ones that I looked forward to exploring on this week's podcast.

This week on the Faith & Mental Wellness Podcast, we dive into the nuanced conversation of When Faith Hurts: The Spiritual Impact of Trauma with Victor Vieth.

In this episode we discuss:
• Identifying spiritual injuries
• The impact of abuse on spirituality
• Signs and examples of spiritual blocks in our lives
• The role of faith in coping and healing from abuse
• What healthy spiritual care look like and how we can deal with spiritual injuries better in the church today

Take a listen at the link in my bio!
Or comment “Latest Podcast” and I’ll DM you all the links!
SAVE to listen and TAG a friend who you think would be interested in this conversation! 👇🏽

Brought to you by @uhsmhealth 💛

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Sep 14

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✨ Press and hold to pause for some midweek reminders ✨❤️

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Sep 13

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Forgiveness is freedom. Boundaries are wisdom. ❤️

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Sep 12

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Save for later & READ CAPTION FOR DETAILS ✨ 10 foods that can help your mental health ✨
Want to help better support your mental health through your nutrition? Consider adding more of these to your diet (as appropriate) 😃

1. Salmon & fatty fish (Contains omega-3, healthy fatty acids for the brain)
2. Leafy greens (Full of fiber and rich in folate)
3. Avocados (rich in omega 3’s)
4. Probiotics (Yogurt, Kefir)- in supporting gut health
5. Whole grains: Oats, Brown rice, whole wheat
6. Blueberries (Rich in antioxidants & reduces inflammation- helping memory and cognition)
7. Nuts & Seeds (Walnuts)- good source of Plant based omega 3’s
8. Turmeric (with black pepper)- curcumin can help increase BDNF or growth of new neurons & reduces neuroinflammation
9. Oysters- great source of omega 3, B12, zinc and iron which all benefit brain functioning
10. Dark chocolate 🍫😋- high in flavonoids which can help increase brain flow

Which of these would you like to include more of in your diet?? 👇🏽

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Sep 9

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All of our wedding photos & details are now up on the blog at the link in my bio 😆🎉❤️

I knew when planning it would be ideal to have an outdoor wedding with a sunset reception, dancing the night away under a summer sky with hanging lights. And it was just that- magical. ✨

If you have any questions about our details or the wedding planning process, let me know in the comments below and I’d be more than happy to share as I truly enjoyed planning our wedding!

Florals: @princessfallar at @flawlessweddingsevents
Photography/Videography: @funlovincamera_weddings
Rentals: @abovethetopevents
Dress: @bellabridalcouture
Dress alterations: @vipalterations
Make up: @ninjaaaaaa
Venue: @sherwood_country_club

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