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Navigating Change and Life Transitions: Insights and Tools to Trust God and Thrive | 101

If you're in a time of transition and looking for clarity and direction, this episode is for you.

 

Welcome to the Created To Thrive podcast, where we give you tools and insights to help you thrive during every season of life, not just survive or go through the motions.

Today, we are talking about how to navigate change and transition well into your new season or in a time of uncertainty. This is one topic I specialize in. 

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As the new school year begins, many of us find ourselves facing transitions of our own. Some of you are sending your first child off to college, others may be empty nesters now as all of your children head off to college. It's a time of mixed emotions, and we may be feeling uncertain about what our next steps should be.

 

I want to walk along side you, to guide you through these transitions, to give you strategies to thrive.

Whether you're adjusting to new schools, changing jobs, relocating to a new city or state, or simply finding yourself in a pause, I want to share some wisdom and insights that will provide you with practical tools and a fresh perspective on navigating change. I will also have a free download for you, to go deeper in the steps to have a successful transitions. Go to Loriksnyder.com/resources for a free download of actionable steps and wisdom to help you grow.

 

In today's episode, titled "Navigating Change and Life Transitions:  Insights and Tools to Trust God to Thrive,” I am sharing a portion of when I was a guest on my good friends’ Dr.’s Cathy and Tim Taig’s former podcast, called Faith & Family Frontier. This was recorded a year and half ago. Cathy Taig was just on episode 100, where we talked about birthing hope. 

 

Let’s dive deep into the process of trusting God and walking by faith. Get ready to be inspired, encouraged, and equipped to embrace the next chapter of your life with confidence and purpose.

 

This episode is sponsored by the Taig Team, and Dr. Cathy Taig’s new book, called “Birth Right: Discovering God’s Best For Your Birth Experience” If you are either wanting to get pregnant, are expecting, or know someone who is, then go to taigteam.com, that’s Taig team. Com to get your copy today, as well as grab a few others to give away as gifts. Dr. Cathy shares her journey of overcoming many years of infertility and miscarriage, as well as helping countless women be empowered to give their baby the best birthing experience. 

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the power of faith, the transformation that comes with deepening one's relationship with God, and the abundance of life that is possible through these transitions.

 

Here are the  top three key takeaways from the conversation:

 

1️⃣ Embrace change and be flexible: Change is inevitable, and rolling with the punches is crucial. Adapting to new situations and being open to different opportunities can lead to incredible growth and experiences.

 

2️⃣ Trust in God's guidance: Sometimes, God calls us to make unconventional decisions that might not align with our plans. Trusting in His plan and following His lead can lead to blessings and transformation beyond our wildest dreams.

 

3️⃣ Navigating transitions takes time and maturity: Transitioning to new phases of life requires patience and a willingness to learn and grow. It's a journey that can lead to discovering new depths of faith and purpose.

 

As a thank you for being a loyal listener to this Created To Thrive Podcast, I have a free download for you, to give you insight and actionable steps to help you embrace change, trust God, and transition into this new season successfully. Go to Loriksnyder.com/resources

 

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Thank you all, for being a loyal listener to this podcast, and sharing it with your friends and family who want inspiration and tools to thrive in every area of their life! Please continue to share, and message me with any questions you have about your faith, mindsets, emotions, and heart healing. I would love to address your questions or concerns on future episodes!

 

**Listen to these other episodes on transition:

Ep. 48 "Four Fears That Hold You Back & The Answer To Overcome Them"

Ep. 47 "Four Keys to Help You Transition Well and Embrace Change"

Ep. 80 Waiting on the Lord with Chris Cree

Birthing Hope: Empowering Families to Thrive and Make Informed Decisions with Dr. Cathy Taig | 100

We were created to thrive and experience God's best, right from birth. Let's explore the possibilities and embrace the hope of a beautiful and empowering birthing experience.

Dr. Cathy Taig is passionate about seeing families thrive. She shares her wisdom on navigating the birthing journey, knowing your birthing options, and finding healing and hope for those who have had challenging birth experiences. We dive deep into the topic of birthing experiences and the importance of being informed and seeking God's guidance in the process.

 

** It’s Created To Thrive’s 100th episode, and we are celebrating with  an exciting giveaway!

📚 GIVEAWAY:  we are giving away one free copy of Dr. Cathy Taig's book, "Birthright: Discovering God's Best for Your Birth Experience." This inspiring and practical book offers both spiritual and practical guidance for a supernatural birthing experience. 

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Every share gets you an entry!  Winners will be announced by our next episode, so stay tuned!

 

Dr. Cathy has a B.A. in International Studies from the University of Michigan and a D.C. from Life University. She is certified in Webster and Morphogenic Field Techniques. Dr. Cathy has specialized in the care of pregnant moms and babies for the past 18 years. During that time she has been on television and radio promoting the benefits of natural health. Dr. Cathy and her husband, Dr. Tim Taig, have a chiropractic practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where they reside with their two children. Find Dr. Cathy’s book and connect with Dr. Cathy Taig at https://taigteam.com/ or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3QDa9Uc

* Listen to Episode 38 "Believing & Waiting In Faith To Receive God’s Promises with Dr. Cathy Taig" to hear her miracle story of overcoming 16 years of infertility and miscarriage. https://loriksnyder.com/waiting-to-receive-gods-promises/

 

It's time to embrace the hope and power that comes from including God in your pregnancy and birthing process. 

🌟 Key Takeaways from this episode: 🌟

•Birthing is a very personal event: We are reminded that conception, pregnancy, and birth are supernatural events that cannot be done without God. It's essential to surrender to His leading and rest in His strength, knowing that He is intricately involved in every step of the journey.

•Healing from past birth experiences: Many women have had difficult or traumatic birth experiences. It's crucial to remember that your past does not define you or limit your future. God wants to heal you and provide comfort during this time. Don't be afraid to seek healing through journaling, talking to friends, or seeking professional help.

•Options and choices in birthing: Contrary to common belief, there are various options and approaches to childbirth beyond the traditional hospital birth. Exploring alternatives such as home birth or birthing centers with knowledgeable staff can offer a more personal and empowering experience. Educate yourself, consider all possible outcomes, and remember that flexibility is important no matter your chosen path.

 

Key Topics Discussed

The Importance of Educating Yourself on Birthing Options

- The speaker's prayer for those struggling with infertility and Healing and comfort for women who have had bad birth experiences

- Encouragement to not let past experiences define or hold them back

- The importance of including God in the birthing experience

- Challenges and complications faced during childbirth

- God's care for individual stories and desire to bring healing and hope

- Suggestions for finding healing, including journaling and sharing experiences

- Examples of mothers who found hope and healing after negative experiences

- Cathy Taig's book provides scripture and examples of women experiencing their birthright

- The importance of considering all possible outcomes and being prepared for home birth or hospital transfer

- The need for flexibility in birth planning

- Various options for giving birth (home birth, birthing centers, hospital birth)

- The statistic of the United States ranking 50th in infant mortality

- Dr. Cathy Taig's book "Birth Right: Discovering God's Best for Your Birth Experience"

- The preventable issues affecting babies that could be addressed through changing the birthing process

• The need to educate oneself and explore options for childbirth
• Encouragement to be aware of options and not settle for the status quo.

 

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Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to bringing you more episodes filled with inspiration and encouragement.

 

 

Finding Hope and Healing: Navigating Grief after the Loss of a Child with Candy McVicar | 99

Welcome to the Created To Thrive Podcast, where we believe that even in the midst of hardship, there is hope and healing for a brighter tomorrow.

 

The loss of a child is one of the worst losses that humans can experience. Whether a child is lost in the womb, at birth, or after a few years of life, the crushing grief changes a family forever. How do you move forward? How do you begin to cope with all that you’re feeling? 

 

In today’s episode, we have a very special guest joining us - Candy McVicar, to help us work through this type of grief. Candy is a grief support expert who has worked extensively with families who have experienced the heartbreaking loss of a child. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of grieving the loss of a child, as Candy shares her own personal journey and provides valuable insights and advice to those who may be going through a similar experience. We explore the differences in grieving styles between men and women, the importance of seeking support, and practical strategies for navigating the grief journey. 

 

Candy also shared her experiences in seeking support and finding little to no help. In response, she channeled her pain into something positive and founded the Missing Grace foundation, which supports individuals grieving the loss of a loved one. Through this organization, she has created avenues for healing, education, and commemoration, providing support groups and even Grace care packages to those who need it most.

 

In addition, Candy spoke about her book, which she wrote in collaboration with Dr. Gary Chapman, author of the Five Love Languages. This book explores how to apply the concept of love languages within the context of grief, providing insights and tools for navigating the emotional journey.

 

Join us as we gain deeper understanding and hope in the face of unimaginable loss.

 

Candy McVicar is an author, inspirational speaker, and devoted advocate for families who are grieving a baby or child. After experiencing the stillbirth of her daughter Grace, she founded and became executive director of Missing GRACE Foundation, whose mission is to provide support, resources, and education for families and professional care providers when there is loss of a baby, infertility, or adoption challenges. Candy has been a featured guest on Fox News, Focus on the Family and Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman. She lives in South Carolina with her husband and their two daughters. To learn more visit her website: https://candymcvicar.com/

https://www.facebook.com/CandyMcVicarOfficial/

https://www.instagram.com/candymcvicar/

https://www.missinggrace.org/

 

Check out Candy's book she co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman called:  “Holding on to Love After You've Lost a Baby: The 5 Love Languages® for Grieving Parents."

 

Losing a baby or a child is a devastating loss. How does a parent begin to grieve and survive the anguish of such deep sorrow? 

Key discussion points:

- Grieving styles between men and women

- Verbal and emotional expression vs. internalizing grief

- Personal experience of speaker's husband opening up about deceased daughter

- Importance of support groups and counseling in navigating differences in grieving styles

- Women's greater inclination towards seeking support and joining support groups

- Giving men designated time frames or specific occasions for grieving together

- Speaker's personal experience of loss and adoption challenges

- Speaker's journey to starting an organization to help others experiencing loss alone

- Book recommendation for individuals who have experienced loss or received a bad diagnosis regarding their baby

- Ways to support the Missing Grace foundation, including donations and volunteering

- Encouragement to persevere in pursuing the desire to have a family

- Suggestions for making changes in diet, lifestyle, and mindset to improve fertility

- Stories of breakthroughs and miracles despite infertility diagnoses

- Gratitude for the opportunity to meet with Lori, the guest on the podcast

- Prayer for healing and lifting the weight of grief in listeners' lives

- Introduction to Missing Grace organization and its services

- Events and initiatives organized by Missing Grace, such as the Hope and Hearts Run Walk event and Grace care packages

- Speaker's experience implementing the Five Love Languages book in her marriage and grief process

- Importance of recognizing and addressing the different ways grief affects individuals

- Coping mechanisms during grief, including healthy and unhealthy choices

- Navigating faith during the grieving process

- The significance of honoring and joy in the process of grieving the loss of a child

- Advice on seeking support from others who have experienced similar grief

- Importance of self-care and gentleness with oneself during the grieving process

- The role of faith and relationship with God in finding comfort

- Hope for a new day and the possibility of things getting better even in the midst of intense grief.

-Through all your losses, grief and trauma, you found a way for God to help you heal.

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The Power of Hope to Overcome Disappointment and Discouragement with Chris Cree | 98

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.

 

Understanding How Bitterness Develops: Practical Steps Towards Healing and Growth | 97

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

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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.

Exploring the Root of Your Anger: What Lies Beneath | 96

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

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Understanding and Processing Anger: A Pathway to Better Emotional Health | 95

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.

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Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness: How To Forgive Others and Yourself | 94

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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 dive into the topic of finding freedom through forgiveness:

-what forgiveness truly is

-what it is not

-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.

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