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A go-to podcast for practical spiritual growth, resilience, emotional health, and personal transformation to unlock your God-given potential and purpose. ****TOP 5% CHRISTIAN FAITH PODCAST**** Do you want practical steps to help you overcome doubt, disappointments, loss or regret? Do you want to learn how to confidently hear and trust God to move forward with purpose and significance? Created To Thrive is a weekly faith-building podcast that equips you to become resilient and unlock your God-given potential. Through practical, meaningful conversations along with biblical insight, get empowered to step into a joyful life of significance. Hi, I’m Lori K. Snyder, a Christian resiliency coach, minister and Bible teacher. I help people in their midlife jumpstart their lives to thrive in their God-given purpose. I am passionate about equipping people to discover who God created them to be and how to live to the fullest through an intimate relationship with Him and others. I will teach you: -> How to become resilient through life’s ups and downs, and navigate doubts and disappointments -> How to manage your emotions and thoughts to gain healthy ways of coping -> Practically apply biblical understanding with wisdom, and form a deeper connection with God -> Find hope, healing, joy and purpose -> Discover the MORE you were created for I will be your guide on this transformative journey, to help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from thriving and live freely and fully! Watch this free Training on How To Live In God’s Best: https://loriksnyder.com/free-training/ Let’s connect: Lori@loriksnyder.com Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivingchristianwomen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorikaysnyder/ https://www.facebook.com/lorikaysnyder Learn: https://loriksnyder.com Tax Deductible Donation to support this podcast: https://loriksnyder.com/about/snyder-ministries/
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Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Welcome back to the Created To Thrive Podcast, where we unpack the abundant life that God has designed for each of us. I'm your host, Lori K. Snyder, and today we have a powerful episode lined up for you.
We're diving deep into the power of hope and how it can transform our lives like never before. You see, hope is more than just wishful thinking or empty optimism. It's a confident expectation of future good, anchored in the unfailing promises of God.
Life can be full of disappointments and challenges that make it hard to hold on to hope. You might have been told to not get your hopes up about a situation. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and lose sight of the promises that God has for us. Without hope, we may feel stuck, lost, and unable to find the strength to trust God and move forward in faith.
As a resiliency coach and Bible teacher, I guide individuals in bouncing back from setbacks and finding hope and faith in the midst of trials. I know first hand the battle of feeling hopeless, and I was recently a guest on my friend Chris Cree’s live broadcast called Two for Tuesday, where I share some of my journey and we teach on the power of hope. I didn’t want you, my listeners to miss out, so today I’m sharing some of this episode.
We will unpack the depth of what true hope means, understand the negative impacts of hopelessness, and why we need to abound in hope to see God’s promises fulfilled and have stronger faith. We will share practical strategies and personal insights on how we can cultivate, nurture, and sustain hope in our daily lives.
If you want to strengthen your faith, you can listen to more of Chris’s live Two for Tuesday broadcasts where he has amazing guest who teach God’s Word to help you grow. I will have that link in the show notes. I also want to encourage you to make sure you are subscribed to this Created To Thrive podcast, where we equip and empower you to live a life of purpose and fulfillment.
My friends, whether you're going through a difficult season, experiencing loss or disappointment, or simply seeking to deepen your faith, this episode is for you. This episode will help you understand how faith, hope and love are foundations for a thriving live.
So grab a cup of coffee, find a comfortable spot, and get ready to be inspired, encouraged, and empowered as we explore the importance of hope in our lives and how we can confidently anchor our hope in the unwavering goodness of our Heavenly Father. You don't want to miss this. Stay tuned for our conversation with Chris Cree.
Connect with Chris Cree: Learn more about & support New CREEations Ministries: https://newcreeations.org
Connect with Lori: https://loriksnyder.com
Key scriptures:, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 13:12, Romans 15:13, Hebrews 6:19
Discussion points:
- Importance of learning to grieve for growth
- The physical and emotional sickness caused by deferred hope
- Desires of the heart for security, love, and connection
- Acknowledging the necessity of these desires for well-being
- Lack of desires leading to sickness or depression- Managing expectations and disappointments
- Seeking solace and encouragement from God in challenging times
- Acknowledgment that Christians are not immune to troubles and hardships
- Belief that God will use everything for their good
- Importance of redirecting focus to Jesus and seeking guidance from Him
- Psalm 37:4 and the promise of desires fulfilled when delighting in the Lord
- Core desires for feeling safe and secure
- God as the rock of refuge and source of trust and security
- The metaphorical tree of life representing a sense of meaningfulness and satisfaction
- Fulfilling desires to feel alive and energized
- Admiral Stockdale's observation about surviving captivity and unrealistic expectations
- Importance of maintaining hope while facing the reality of the present
- Finding hope in the truth, even without faith yet
- Holding on to hope and not giving up, knowing God's word is true
- Receiving promises through faith and patience
- Connection between hope and faith, pulling it from the spiritual into the natural
- Understanding the impact of hope deferred and the narratives we tell ourselves
- The power of Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life
- Romans 15:13 and the filling of believers with joy, peace, and hope through the Holy Spirit
- Reference to Psalm 42 and David's encouragement to have hope in God
- Emphasizing love as the foundation of life and receiving God's love
- Love as the foundation, hope built upon love, and faith built upon hope
- Seeing through the eyes of love and having hope based on God's promises
- Understanding Bible hope as confident expectation of future good.
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Are you ready to embrace a life of deep fulfillment where you don't just survive, but thrive? Welcome back, to the "Created To Thrive" podcast, your practical guide to emotional healing, spiritual growth, and stepping into your God-given potential.
In today's episode, "Understanding How Bitterness Develops: Practical Steps Towards Healing and Growth," we dive deep into his often overlooked emotion that can silently consume our hearts and minds. Host Lori K. Snyder and guest Lisa Pinney candidly discuss how hurt and prolonged anger can lead to bitterness, and offer insights into healing from abuse, trauma, and how to find healing and support in processing difficult emotions.
Lori introduces the topic, emphasizing that bitterness is an emotion that can be difficult to process and that this conversation discusses molestation and abuse, which might be triggering for some listeners, especially those who have experienced abuse or difficult situations. She vulnerably shares her own experiences and struggles with bitterness, acknowledging its impact on their lives.
Bitterness is a complex emotion, closely tied to feelings of helplessness, jealousy, rejection, and a lack of love or understanding. Our hosts explore the root causes of bitterness, emphasizing how long-standing feelings of being trapped or misunderstood contribute to its growth. They stress the importance of bringing these feelings into the light and finding non-judgmental listeners to help alleviate the weight of bitterness.
They discuss the importance of being seen, known, and validated, drawing from biblical examples like Hagar and Tamar. However, they also stress that forgiveness is essential but does not automatically equate to healing. Healing requires ongoing work, honesty, and vulnerability. They highlight the significance of finding non-judgmental support, such as therapy or coaching, to walk through the healing process. They emphasize the need for trauma-informed support and caution against simplistic advice like "just pray more" that can be harmful.
They encourage listeners to acknowledge their emotions, remove masks, and be honest with themselves and God. They share the significance of finding safe people to confide in and seek support from, as healing often happens in relationship with others.
Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the role of self-compassion, breaking down harmful beliefs, and cultivating new neural pathways in the brain to overcome bitterness and its effects. The episode concludes with the importance of partnering with God in the healing process, recognizing the significance of cultivating the heart and beliefs.
Connect with Lisa Pinney https://www.wholenessinpractice.com
Lisa Pinney is the developer of a new app, called The Get Attuned app, which is a tool that allows its users to privately take care of their emotions at home. It is now available in the Google play store, and soon to be in Apple app store.
Connect with Lori K. Snyder
Website: https://loriksnyder.com
https://www.facebook.com/lori.snyder.1610
https://www.instagram.com/lorikaysnyder/
Key topics of Recognizing Bitterness:
- Self-awareness and judging ourselves based on God's perspective
- Practicing self-compassion and replacing negative thoughts with truth
- Struggling with self-criticism and feeling defeated by expectations
- Host’s personal experience with abuse and molestation
- Feelings of devaluation, silenced voice, and stolen identity
- Finding healing and true identity through a relationship with God
- Quoting scriptures alone not bringing inner peace
- Needing someone to be completely honest with
- Carrying silent secrets as a hindrance to personal growth
- God's redemption and transformation of negative parts of our stories
- Intentional effort and willingness in the healing process
- Obedience in forgiving others, but true forgiveness rooted in God's love
- Entrusting justice to God, letting go of vengeance
- Redemption attainable before reaching heaven
- Seeking justice by allowing God to minister to us, asking who He says we are
- Discerning if God is speaking, aligning His words with His nature and Scripture
- Justice coming through personal thoughts from God and testing them
- Betrayal and abuse wounds altering life, but God can provide truth and healing
- Healing in relationship with others, sharing with at least one person
- Confessing sins to others for healing in relationships
- Healing from traumatic events happening in relationship with others
- Prayer and deepening relationship with God being helpful in healing journey
- Going to a prayer and healing home for forgiveness and healing
- Conversation focusing on anger and processing it
- Shift to discussing bitterness as prolonged anger
- Personal experience with bitterness and desire to help others find healing
- Acknowledging where you are and removing masks
- Getting honest with yourself, doctor, and God
- Emotions as not bad, acknowledging them
- Therapy and support groups available for unresolved trauma
- Tamar's life negatively affected by lack of validation from David
- Forgiveness and healing mentioned as different things in Scripture
- Healing requiring work and potentially support groups or therapy
- Recognizing bitterness as the first step in seeking help from God
- Brain's wiring to create loops and how ingrained behaviors become over time
- Creating new neural pathways through encounters with spirituality, ministry, and therapy
- Reverting back to old patterns when triggered, recognizing and moving towards healthier mindset
- Advising women to submit to abusive partners causing bitterness and helplessness
- Growing anger and resistance against such advice, examples of abuse cover-ups
- Counterbalancing submission with husband's instruction to love and respect wives
- Bitterness fueled by helplessness, jealousy, being misunderstood, rejection, and lack of love or value
- Jesus' sacrifice liberating women from mistreatment
- Bitterness taking root in long-term feelings of helplessness or being misunderstood
- Denying bitterness in evangelical and charismatic circles leading to suppression
- Bringing bitterness into the light through open communication
- Seeking trauma-informed therapy or coaching
- Need for trauma-informed pastoral support, addressing underlying issues.
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
96 | Exploring the Root of Your Anger: What Lies Beneath?
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
In this episode, we're continuing our conversation on the topic of anger and exploring its roots. We'll be addressing the underlying emotions that drive our anger and sharing stories and strategies to help you process and manage this powerful emotion in a healthy way.
Anger is an emotion that can often feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. But have you ever stopped to wonder what lies beneath the surface of your anger? What are the root causes that trigger this powerful emotion?
In this episode, titled "Exploring the Root of Your Anger: What Lies Beneath and How To Process Anger for better mental health." we're going to get to the heart of the matter. We'll uncover the hidden layers and dive into the underlying emotions that fuel our anger. We'll be discussing how past experiences, societal expectations, and even hormones can contribute to feeling like a pressure cooker ready to explode. This isn't just about venting our frustrations but understanding the deeper reasons behind our anger.
We'll be exploring the impact of anger during menopause, a topic often overlooked but so important to address. Our personal stories and experiences will shed light on the challenges and transformations that arise during this season of life. We'll also be sharing insights and strategies on how to process and manage anger in a healthy way. Recognizing the patterns, practicing self-care, and seeking God's guidance are all vital steps in finding emotional freedom.
Join us, Lori K. Snyder and Lisa Pinney, as we embark on this inner journey, unraveling the layers of anger and discovering what lies beneath. It's time to release the pressure, find healing, and thrive.
We explore how impostor syndrome can lead to negative thoughts and self-doubt, as well as the impact of past experiences and others' opinions on feeling like an impostor. They discuss the difficulty in recognizing and accepting one's own truth, which can result in feeling insecure and questioning oneself. The hosts emphasize the importance of making a stand for oneself, which often leads to anger or frustration.
The episode takes a unique turn as we discuss how anger during menopause is a topic that is not often discussed in relation to women. We share personal experiences of increased anxiety, anger, and feelings of defeat during menopause. We felt alone and had unfounded anger towards our husbands. We highlight how menopause can bring up unresolved feelings and emotions that were not dealt with previously, making it a transformative time where individuals are forced to pay attention and make necessary shifts.
Throughout the episode, we emphasize the importance of processing and recognizing secondary emotions. We discuss how commonly taught techniques to manage emotions and change negative thoughts may not work with emotions like anger, as they need to be processed on a deeper level. We encourage listeners to sit still, practice the pause, and pay attention to thoughts and feelings. We explore the connection between emotions and organs, emphasizing the importance of taking care of the soul and body as part of holistic wellbeing.
The episode also addresses societal expectations placed on women and the suppression of anger that often comes with it. We discuss the potential negative consequences, such as facing resistance and questions about authority when women assert themselves. However, we highlight how speaking up and expressing one's truth can be empowering and something to be proud of.
We explore the need to recognize patterns, process emotions, and bring them into the light. We stress the importance of addressing natural concerns and taking care of natural needs before seeking spiritual answers. Connecting with God can help fulfill emotional desires and provide comfort, strategy, and guidance in taking bold steps of faith.
In closing, we thanks the guest for her insight and discuss plans to address prolonged anger and its consequences in a future episode. We stress the importance of processing emotions, as suppressing them can lead to destructive behaviors such as lashing out or taking anger out on others. We share personal experiences of suppressing their own emotions in the past and highlight the importance of being honest with oneself and finding healthy ways to sit with emotions and be kind to oneself. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights on processing anger for better mental health.
Topics covered:
- Impostor syndrome and its impact on mental health
- The connection between past experiences and feeling like an impostor
- The difficulty in recognizing and accepting one's own truth
- Insecurity and self-questioning
- The link between standing up for oneself and experiencing anger or frustration
- The need to process and recognize secondary emotions
- Common techniques taught to manage emotions and change negative thoughts
- The often overlooked topic of anger in menopause
- Unresolved feelings and emotions arising during menopause
- The speaker's personal experience with increased anxiety, anger, and feelings of defeat during menopause
- Feeling alone and projecting anger towards a spouse
- Viewing menopause as a transformative time for necessary shifts
- The impact of accumulated emotional baggage during menopause
- Comparisons to Invasion of the Body Snatchers and being pregnant with twins
- The role of hormones in triggering emotional changes
- The importance of self-care and compassion during menopause
- The suppression of anger in women due to societal expectations
- Facing resistance and questioning authority when asserting oneself
- The power and empowerment in speaking up and expressing truth
- The need to feel and acknowledge anger as an emotion
- Processing anger on a deeper level rather than just capturing thoughts
- Practicing stillness and paying attention to thoughts and feelings
- Recognizing and focusing on helpful emotions
- The positive impact of speaking one's truth
- Unhealthy coping mechanisms in unhealthy relationships
- Recognizing patterns and processing emotions
- Bringing emotions and thoughts into the light
- The consequences of withheld care and justified anger
- Addressing natural concerns before seeking spiritual answers
- Connecting with God to fulfill emotional desires
- Appreciating insights and discussing prolonged anger in a future episode
- Acting out and self-harm as a result of unprocessed emotions
- Anger directed outwardly as a result of a perceived chance of winning or taking control
- Suppressed anger when feeling helpless
- Seeking comfort in knowing that God is always present
- Listening to God for comfort, strategy, and guidance in taking bold steps of faith
- Recognizing anger as a secondary emotion
- Using anger to create space or achieve resolution, but not as a solution
- Justifiable reasons for anger and the accompanying underlying emotions
- Destructive expression of anger and inappropriate outlets
- The need for honesty and feeling safe in expressing emotions
- Metaphor of canning and a pressure cooker to describe bottled-up emotions
- Past expression of emotions through passive-aggressive behavior or directed towards children
- Importance of sitting with emotions and being kind to oneself.
Learn how to invite God into your distress and find healing through processing your emotions.
Tune in to the latest episode of Created To Thrive Podcast! 🎧 #HealingFromAnger #ProcessingEmotions
Listen to our previous episode on processing anger: https://loriksnyder.com/understanding-and-processing-anger-a-pathway-to-better-emotional-health/
Connect with Lisa Pinney https://www.wholenessinpractice.com
Lisa Pinney is the developer of a new app, called The Get Attuned app, which is a tool that allows its users to privately take care of their emotions at home. It is now available in the Google play store, and soon to be in Apple app store.
Connect with Lori K. Snyder
Website: https://loriksnyder.com
https://www.facebook.com/lori.snyder.1610
https://www.instagram.com/lorikaysnyder/
**FREE resources for you: https://loriksnyder.com/resources/
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
95 | Understanding and Processing Anger: A Pathway to Better Emotional Health
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Struggle with anger?
On this episode of Created To Thrive Podcast, we dive into the topic of mastering your emotions, specifically understanding and processing anger for better emotional health.
As believers, we often focus too much on the direction of our actions, but processing anger involves inviting God into the distress and potentially addressing the underlying issues with someone or making necessary changes.
Lisa Pinney of Wholeness In Practice shares her personal experience of expressing anger in unhealthy ways and believes that as Christians, we are often ignorant about how to process anger in a healthy way.
Throughout the episode, we explore various aspects of anger, including the four types of anger and the lack of a middle ground in the modern Christian vernacular between forgiveness and letting go.
We also discuss the harmful effects of using scripture out of context, such as weaponized scripture that can harm children or create false beliefs about divorce. We emphasize the importance of true listening, considering what Jesus would do, and finding safe spaces to process our experiences without judgment. We also touch on the challenges and guilt that come with caregiving, the prevalence of caregiving due to an aging population, and the need for self-awareness without self-judgment.
Additionally, we explore the biblical perspective on anger, drawing examples from God's expressions of anger and the importance of recognizing and processing our own anger.
Four types of anger: Destructive, constructive, righteous, and justified anger are discussed, and we learn how bringing our anger to God and seeking His guidance can help us find hope and healing. The episode also delves into the concept of forgiveness, the gift we give ourselves to release injustice and start the healing process. The goal is to establish a deeper connection with the Lord and find restoration for our souls.
We explore the idea that anger is often misunderstood and considered a secondary emotion, urging listeners to explore the underlying emotions such as fear, shame, regret, and insecurity.
Our next episode will continue the exploration of anger by delving into understanding the root causes and addressing them. We acknowledge that forgiveness does not always help with anger and emphasize the importance of processing anger with God and the person who caused it.
We also discuss the concept of righteous anger, citing Jesus' display of anger in the temple courts and examining current societal issues that evoke conflicting feelings of anger.
Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we seek to understand and master our emotions, particularly anger, for our better emotional health. Stay tuned for the next episode where we continue our exploration of anger and delve into understanding the root causes.
Remember, Created To Thrive Podcast is here to provide insights, guidance, and support on your journey towards emotional well-being.
Connect with Lisa
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpinney1/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisapinney996?lang=en
Get Attuned app: https://www.getattuned.io/
**Grab my FREE Guide & Prayer: “How To Forgive Someone” https://loriksnyder.com/resources/
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
94 | Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness: How To Forgive Others and Yourself
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
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Ever been told you need to forgive someone, but don't know how?
Perhaps you have tried and those negative emotions keep coming back.
Have you ever forgiven yourself for past mistakes?
Today's episode is a powerful episode of “Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness: How To Forgive Others and Yourself”.
I’m your host, Lori Snyder, and I will be sharing from my personal healing experience and years of being a spiritual mentor and Bible teacher.
We delve into the profound topic of finding freedom through forgiveness—examining what forgiveness truly is and what it is not. We'll also explore why it is crucial to extend forgiveness towards others, ourselves, and even God.
Discover the profound impact forgiveness has on our emotional well-being, relationships, and overall sense of peace and joy. Join us as we explore the path to healing, restoration, and embracing a life of true freedom.
[Main Discussion Points]
- What forgiveness is and what it is not: We debunk myths and clarify the true essence of forgiveness, emphasizing that it does not minimize the pain but releases the burden of bitterness and resentment.
- The power of forgiving others: We explore how holding onto unforgiveness imprisons us and discuss the transformative impact of choosing to forgive, including healing, restoration, and deep inner peace.
- Forgiving ourselves: We address the self-condemnation and guilt we often carry, emphasizing God's unlimited forgiveness and the importance of self-acceptance and love.
- Forgiving God: We navigate the complexities of forgiving God when we feel disappointed or let down, reminding listeners that God is the source of healing and restoration, not the source of our pain.
- The forgiveness journey: We provide practical steps to actively pursue forgiveness, including acknowledging the pain, making a conscious choice to forgive, seeking support, and practicing self-compassion.
Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself—a path to liberation and a path for experiencing God's love and grace. Embracing forgiveness leads to a life of abundant joy, peace, and freedom. So, let go, release the burden, and step into the transformative power of forgiveness.
Thank you for joining us on this insightful episode to embracing Freedom.
Remember to subscribe to our podcast and share it with others who are seeking healing and restoration. Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes, where we continue to explore the journey towards true freedom.
[Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and educational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any personal or specific needs.]
Scriptures mentioned:
1 Corinthians 2:8 “None of the rulers of this age understood this, for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.”
James 5:16 “Confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.”
Romans 12:19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.
**Make sure you grab your FREE GUIDE "How To Forgive Someone" here: https://loriksnyder.com/resources/
Connect with Lori:
Instagram @lorikaysnyder
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
93 | Find Comfort and Replace Unhealthy Coping Methods: Tips and Strategies
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Welcome to a transformative episode of the Created To Thrive podcast, where we'll explore the power of recognizing and replacing unhealthy ways of coping in times of stress or difficulty. Join me and my friend Lisa Pinney as we have an honest conversation about how we had to recognize our own unhealthy ways of trying to find comfort and learn to replace then with healthy ones, so that we can all live happier, more fulfilling lives. We are both trauma-informed life coaches, and this summer Lisa and I are talking about emotional health issues and how they are important for our spiritual growth.
Today we are continuing our conversation about when we face stress or painful situations, we have a tendency to run away from something, or run to something to find comfort, and how our bodies give physical cues that we need to pay attention to.
It can be very tempting to turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms like binge eating, drinking, shopping, isolating ourselves or numbing ourselves in someway to cope. However, these methods only provide temporary relief and can keep us stuck and often lead to long-term negative consequences.
In today’s episode, we will share some practical tips and strategies for you to develop healthy coping strategies that promote personal growth and confidence. We want to help you build resilience and experience inner peace, joy and rest.
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Join us on this enlightening episode of the Created To Thrive podcast as we uncover the keys to replacing unhealthy coping mechanisms with sustainable practices that lead to joy and authentic connection. Together, we'll embrace the journey towards self-discovery, healing, and a life filled with purpose.
Lisa Pinney is the developer of a new app, called Get Attuned, which is a tool that allows its users to privately take care of their emotions at home. It is now available in the Google play store, and soon to be in Apple app store. https://www.getattuned.io/
Connect with Lori:
Website: https://loriksnyder.com
Instagram @lorikaysnyder
Other episodes with Lisa Pinney
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Have you ever been in a cycle of self-protection? Do you long for a healthier, more fulfilling future?
In episode 92 of the Created To Thrive Podcast, my good friend, Lisa Pinney of https://www.wholenessinpractice.com/ and I have an honest conversation where we vulnerably share our experiences with the unhealthy coping strategy of self protection. We unpack the root causes behind self-protective tendencies, and shine a light on the hidden triggers that kept us stuck. We also reveal the practical strategies and mindset shifts needed to break these patterns once and for all.
We share our personal journeys of triumph over self-protection, offering guidance and inspiration every step of the way. Learn how to identify unhealthy coping mechanisms and replace them with empowering habits that nurture your well-being.
Discover how to step out from behind the armor that shields you and embrace vulnerability as a strength. It's time to shatter the chains of self-protection and embark on a path towards a truly thriving life. Get ready to break the pattern and unlock the door to a healthy future like never before.
This summer, The Created To Thrive Podcast will especially be focusing on conversations about emotional health and spiritual well-being to help you overcome life’s challenges, so you can thrive in all aspects of life.
So, if you're ready to rewrite your story and create a future overflowing with health and resilience, tune in to this captivating episode. Join us as we explore the patterns that hold us back and discover the transformative power of overcoming these barriers. Let's thrive together!
Connect with Lisa Pinney:
Learn more: https://www.wholenessinpractice.com/
Connect with Lisa
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lpinney1/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisapinney996?lang=en
If you want to learn more about my 1-1 coaching, email me at lori@loriksnyder.com.
Listen to other episodes with Lisa Pinney
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Exploring mid life, how to do it well and positively affect younger generations.
In this episode, we welcome special guest Chris Bruno, co-founder and CEO of Restoration Project and founder and CEO of ReStory® Counseling. Chris has dedicated his career to helping people come alive and has written extensively on masculine identity, fatherhood, and building genuine friendships.
With his mission and in honor of Father’s Day approaching, Chris is a timely guest. Through personal examples and metaphors, we discuss the importance of recognizing and dealing with personal issues, finding trustworthy mentors, and doing the tough work required to achieve personal growth and development. We also emphasize the lost concept of becoming an elder and the importance of looking within oneself for identity.
If you're looking for a roadmap for creating a life filled with joy, purpose and fulfillment, this episode is for you! Join us as we explore The Power of Living Intentionally: Exploring Purpose and Fulfillment in the Second Half of Life with Chris Bruno.
Chris Bruno is the Co-Founder and CEO of Restoration Project and Founder and CEO of ReStory® Counseling, devoting his life to helping people come alive. He is the author of Sage: A Man's Guide Into His Second Passage, Man Maker Project: A Father's Guide to Initiating His Son to Manhood and Brotherhood Primer: A Journey Into Genuine Masculine Friendships, and a licensed professional counselor. He has decades of experience helping men recover their hearts.
Chris lives in Colorado with his wife of 27 years and they have three mostly adult children and enjoy adventures in the Colorado mountains or overseas whenever possible. He loves Jeeps, streams, whiskey, Scotland, and everything Celtic.
Here’s how to connect with Chris:
- https://www.restorationproject.net/sage – this is where listeners can learn more about the book, and also take the “Tremors Assessment”
- https://www.restory.life – this is where Chris leads a team of counselors offering care from his unique “ReStory” approach. Additionally, https://www.restory.life/colorado-counseling-intensive is where listeners can find the ReStory Intensives Chris facilitates
On Social Media:
- Facebook:
- Restoration Project: facebook.com/RestorationProject
- ReStory Counseling: facebook.com/ReStory.Life
- Instagram:
- Restoration Project: @restorationprojectco
- ReStory Counseling: @storyrestored
Connect with Lori:
Website: https://loriksnyder.com
Instagram @LoriKaySnyder

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