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Episode 58: How I Went From STRESSED Corporate Workaholic to RELAXED Pregnant Entrepreneur (TESTIMONY)

Grace grew up thinking it normal to work late nights (all the time), pack her schedule, push her body to its limits.

This kind of lifestyle had been glorified in the fast-paced, Ivy-League-striving Bay Area where she'd grown up.

And still... it was never enough. But she kept pushing through anyway, to "maximize" her life and impact.

But what she DIDN'T realize were all the HIDDEN costs she was incurring over the years...

  • Chronic stress from the endless to-do's.

  • Constant guilt for not doing more for more people.

  • Depletion, low energy, mood swings from sleep deprivation, stress eating, lack of self-care and TRUE, deep soul rest.

  • All the stress her body was storing.

  • The unexplainable itchy rashes, fainting spells, even a seizure.

  • Scary 9-1-1 calls and ER visits...

Fast forward to today...

We're both full-time entrepreneurs amidst a very different yet also very similar world of hustle culture, high stakes and even MORE pressure, opportunities to endlessly work and burn ourselves to the ground...

But thank God... we've learned a BETTER WAY to work - and LIVE.

If you've ever wondered:

"Is it NORMAL to wear busyness & perfectionism like a badge?"

"How do I get OUT of these cycles of chronic burnout, which my social events, hangouts, trips, PTO, Netflix, etc. just can't seem to fix?!"

"Why does Jesus tell us we can take his yoke AND live 'freely and lightly'? Is it too good to be true??"

We pray that this testimony episode encourages you. ❤️

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Episode 57: Is Your "SELFLESSNESS" Actually Self-NEGLECT? Warning Signs & Practical Tips

In cultures where selflessness and sacrifice are often glorified, it's easy to confuse them with their unhealthy look-a-like: self-neglect.

Join us in this episode as we delve into:

  • The nuances and differences between selflessness vs. self-neglect and how we often see this show up in our Asian American Christian contexts

  • Why it's so common for Christians to overlook this difference

  • What makes us gravitate towards self-neglect without even knowing it

  • What it means to genuinely help and serve others WITHOUT neglecting, abandoning, or losing ourselves

  • The common signs of self-neglect to watch out for (and why it's dangerous)

  • How Jesus models how to practically live out true, biblical, healthy selflessness

We explore all of this and more based on Scriptural insights, our own struggles and stories, and practical tips you can apply in your own life.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of serving others or struggled to prioritize your own needs without guilt - this episode is for you.

We pray this conversation helps you set boundaries that honor and protect your well-being, while better understanding God's heart for you to healthily love and serve others.

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Episode 55: "Do We Need Therapy If GOD Can Heal?" | Therapy, Anxiety, & Faith with Dr. Courtney Miller

Does seeking out professional help imply we don't have enough faith?

What are the signs of anxiety to watch for, before it's too late?

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Courtney Miller, a Christian therapist based in the SF Bay Area, as we unpack:

  • Common myths & misconceptions about therapy

  • The most common mental health challenges & trends today

  • What truly lies at the root of anxiety

  • How Christian therapy differs from secular approaches

  • Why it's important to "listen to our body" & what that actually looks like

  • How our relationship with eating & food affects anxiety, gut, & mental health

  • How the history of psychology impacts people of color

  • How the pandemic changed the Church's approach to mental health

  • Clear warning signs to notice before reaching a breaking point / health disaster

  • The role of community in our healing journeys

  • The unseen effects of capitalism & hustle culture on our whole being

  • Practical baby steps to begin healing from our inner pain & struggles

Dr. Courtney also shares POWERFUL testimonies of God working in her personal journal & therapy practice, including a major health scare and what she did to REVERSE her condition.

We pray this conversation inspires you and gives you the wisdom and tips you need to continue growing in holistic healing, and live in FREEDOM the way God designed you to!

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Episode 39: How To Have A HEALTHY Relationship with Health! Faith & Fitness with Matt Huffman (The Ark Fit)

What does it look like to honor God in our pursuit of health and fitness?

Why is it so much harder to value health and wellness for some versus others?

How can we set and stick to our 2024 health goals, without falling into the trap of *unhealthy* obsession?

Today, join us for testimonies and lessons guaranteed to inspire you from Matt Huffman, the Owner of The Ark Fit and fellow Christian entrepreneur based in Orange County, California.

Tune in for invaluable wisdom, POWERFUL stories, and keys that will help you make 2024 your HEALTHIEST year yet!

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Episode 17: "I Was ADDICTED To Junk Food" - Healing Your Relationship with Food with Verona Angol, Certified CBT Mindset & Macros Coach

Today we're excited to be joined by Verona Angol, certified CBT Mindset & Macros Nutrition Coach and host of the Lose Weight With Macros Podcast.

Verona shares her own personal journey from working in IT and giving into constant cravings, to experiencing deep transformation through the help of a counselor - and the ultimate Counselor - to now helping others, too, through Mindset & Macros Coaching.

Hear how she went from eating McDonald's every single day and self-sabotaging through binge eating and body shame... to experiencing the Holy Spirit's help in finally learning to nourish not just her body, but also her mind, heart, and soul.

We hope this episode empowers you to enjoy a healthier, freer, and God-honoring relationship with what (and how) you consume into the body he's given you.

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