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The Elisabeth Elliot PodcastFear or Boldness | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.222In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Fear and Old Age (www.elisabethelliot.org/foa).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Fear and Old Age-3 The Fear of Death
- Fear and Old Age-4 Be Bold in Living and Dying
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment go to ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message.
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2026-02-2600 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastFear and Old Age | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.221In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Fear and Old Age (www.elisabethelliot.org/foa).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Fear and Old Age-1 The What Ifs
- Fear and Old Age-2 Fear Not
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth Martin
- Gracey, a listener
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment go to ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
As you visit, find for more lectures, devotionals, videos...
2026-02-1900 min
A Blessing in Divorce123: When You’re Tired of Explaining YourselfThere comes a point where you’re no longer tired because you’re doing too much — you’re tired because you’ve been carrying too much of everyone else.
In this episode, we talk about the quiet exhaustion so many women experience after emotional upheaval — the kind that comes from over-explaining, over-giving, and constantly putting yourself last in order to keep the peace.
We explore how losing touch with your own needs slowly erodes your energy, your self-respect, and your sense of self… and why learning to pause, listen inward, and honour your own limits is not...
2026-02-1136 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastThe Price of Love | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.219In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on The Price of Love (www.elisabethelliot.org/tpl).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Price of Love-1 Love's Price Tag
- The Price of Love-2 The Price of Surrender
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth reads from the Liberty of Obedience audio book
- Listeners Abigail and Gary
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment go to ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
2026-02-0500 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastFive Kids and Peace | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.218In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Love has a Price Tag (www.elisabethelliot.org/tpl).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Love has a Price Tag-3 Five Kids & Peace
- Love has a Price Tag-4 How to Get Untangled
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment go to ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
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2026-01-2900 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastLove has a Price Tag | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.217In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on "Love has a Price Tag" (www.elisabethelliot.org/tpl).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Love has a Price Tag
- Notes from a Grandmother's Diary
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment, go to elisabethelliot.org/share-a-message
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2026-01-2200 min
A Blessing in Divorce122: Speaking Your Truth: The Path Back to YourselfIn this episode, we talk about the quiet, powerful practice of speaking your truth to yourself and why it’s one of the most important steps in healing. When we’ve spent years coping, caretaking, or surviving emotional misalignment and loss, it’s easy to lose touch with our inner voice. This conversation explores how honesty creates safety, how the body holds truth, and how reconnecting with yourself is not about becoming someone new, but remembering who you’ve always been. If you’re feeling disconnected, unsure, or longing to trust yourself again, this episode is for you.
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2026-01-2130 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastA Seventy Year Legacy Continues | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.216In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we look back 70 years to the sacrifice of the five missionary martyrs in Ecuador.
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- 1962_The Auca Story record_5 martyrs-WHO were the five men and more
- God Gave you that story
We also hear from special guests:
- Frank Kollinger
- Valerie Elliot Shepard
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about Elisabeth's ministry...ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
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2026-01-1500 min
A Blessing in Divorce121: Custody, parenting time, support and choosing what is fair and right but not always easyWe did not have kids to find ourselves in a situation where we are sharing time with them with someone we no longer want to live with or who has chosen to not live with us. It's hard and sad and all the things. I see you and I get it. I hated walking past the empty bedrooms on the nights that they were with their dad. AND I also know how important their relationship with him was.
Let's talk about it.
And for those of you who want more support around, I have opened 3 o...
2026-01-1433 min
A Blessing in Divorce120: Is getting divorced one of your New Year's resolutions or still struggling to let go?January sees an increase of approximately 30% in calls to divorce lawyers. Is it because people are making new year's resolutions to get divorced, or did they wait until after the holidays before making the move. Both are most likely true.
And while January is a month for resolutions, goals and intention setting - I would like to invite you to focus on something different this month - YOU.
What if instead of forced productivity and goal setting we attune with nature and allow ourselves to rest and sit in stillness. It is during this time we...
2026-01-0830 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastFinding Peace and Hope | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.215In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "A Peaceful Heart" (www.elisabethelliot.org/tfg).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Peaceful Heart-3_A Peaceful Heart
- A Peaceful Heart-4_An Inextinguishable Hope
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth reads from The Liberty of Obedience audiobook
- Jill
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Special thanks to Matthew Dize, Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about the ministry of Elisabeth Elliot...ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
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2026-01-0800 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastA Peaceful Heart | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.214In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Peaceful Heart (www.elisabethelliot.org/tfg).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Peaceful Heart-1 Home as a Tabernacle for God
- A Peaceful Heart-2_Prayer
We also hear from special guest:
- Kathy Gilbert
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about Elisabeth and her ministry, you can go to elisabethelliot.org/share-a-message
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals...
2026-01-0100 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastLessons and Carols | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.213In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our Christmas series (www.elisabethelliot.org/cs).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Lessons & Carols
- A Virgin in Bethlehem
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth reads from Liberty of Obedience
- Anita, a listener
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about the ministry of Elisabeth Elliot...Elisabethelliot.org/share-a-message
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy...
2025-12-2500 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastDavey’s Christmas | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.212In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we feature a Christmas story about Davey's Christmas (www.elisabethelliot.org/cs).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Davey's Christmas-1
- Davey's Christmas-2
We also hear from special guests:
- Jim Howard
- Kathy Gilbert
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about Elisabeth's impact in your life, go to Elisabethelliot.org/share-a-message
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and...
2025-12-1800 min
Trauma RewiredFeeling Again: The Nervous System Science of Grief, Shame, and JoyWhen Jennifer was asked how she felt getting her cancer diagnosis, her first word was not "scared," it was "shame." If you have ever felt like your emotions are too much, or you started processing feelings only to end up in pain, fatigue, or shutdown, this second part of our emotional expression series is for you. In part two of this essential two-part series on emotional health and post-traumatic growth, Co-hosts Elisabeth Kristof (founder of BrainBased.com) and Jennifer Wallace (Neurosomatic Psychedelic Preparation and Integration Guide) are joined again by Applied Neurology Expert and NSI Educator, Matt...
2025-12-151h 09The Elisabeth Elliot PodcastA Simple Christmas | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.211In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Simple Christmas (www.elisabethelliot.org/asc).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Simple Christmas-1 Expect Less Give More
- A Simple Christmas-2 Making the Most of Christmas
We also hear from special guest:
- Ellie from our listener comment line
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about Elisabeth's ministry in your life...ElisabethElliot.org/share-a-message
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2025-12-1100 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastMy Assigned Portion | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.210In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on The Presence of Christ (https://elisabethelliot.org/tpc).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Presence of Christ-5_My Assigned Portion
- EE- Liberty of Obedience book_Can the Auca be worldly
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. To leave a comment about the ministry of Elisabeth, go to elisabethelliot.org/share-a-message.
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2025-12-0400 min
Most memorable journeys#231 - Joy Owens - Faith, Adventure & New BeginningsIn this uplifting and adventure-packed episode, Elisabeth sits down with Joy Owens, a woman whose life has been shaped by faith, curiosity, and a deep love for exploring the world.Joy shares her extraordinary childhood as a missionary kid, moving from the U.S. to Zambia at age 13, where she grew up surrounded by community, culture, and the wide-open beauty of Africa. Her passion for people and education took her across continents, working as a teacher in Germany, Portugal, and Honduras, before an unexpected twist of fate and a love story brought her to Taiwan, where she met h...
2025-12-0233 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastPower and Purpose of Christ | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.209In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on The Presence of Christ (https://elisabethelliot.org/tpc).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Presence of Christ-3_The Power of Christ
- The Presence of Christ-4_The Purpose of Christ
We also hear from special guests:
- Steve McCully
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources...
2025-11-2700 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastThe Presence of Christ | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.208In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on The Presence of Christ (https://elisabethelliot.org/tpc).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Presence of Christ-1_The Presence of Christ
- The Presence of Christ-2_The Peace of Christ
We also hear from Elisabeth's audio book, The Liberty of Christ.
Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources. To record a comment about...
2025-11-2000 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastTeaching Your Children to Work | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.207In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on the Holy Work of Mothering (https://elisabethelliot.org/hwm).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Holy Work of Mothering-4_Teaching Your Children to Work
- The Holy Work of Mothering-5_Discipline Order and Love
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth Martin
- Eileen M. Chambers and Kathy Gilbert
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals...
2025-11-1300 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastHoly Work of Mothering | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.206In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on the Holy Work of Mothering (https://elisabethelliot.org/hwm).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- The Holy Work of Mothering-2_Emptiness and Fulfillment
- The Holy Work of Mothering-3_Spiritual Mothering
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth Martin
- Donna Otto
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-11-0600 min
A Blessing in Divorce119: Reclaiming peace during the holidays and letting go of visions of past seasonsThere’s something about this time of year. The lights, the gatherings, the way the air itself feels full of both memory and expectation. For many, it’s a season of connection and dinners, rituals and familiar traditions. But for many others, maybe for you this year, it’s also a time that triggers memories and sadness.
Maybe you feel the absence of someone who used to be there. Maybe the family table looks different now. Maybe you’re navigating co-parenting, a smaller family, a quiet house, or too many invitations when you crav...
2025-11-0527 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastThese Strange Ashes | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.205In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on Discouragement (https://elisabethelliot.org/dis) and begin our series on the Holy Work of Mothering (https://elisabethelliot.org/hwm).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Discouragement-5_These Strange Ashes
- The Holy Work of Mothering-1_The Example of Mary
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy...
2025-10-3000 min
A Blessing in Divorce118: Reclaim your sense of belonging and the healing power of being witnessedWhen we’ve been hurt, our instinct is to retreat, to heal in private and protect our hearts. But true healing doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when we are witnessed gently, without judgment and reminded that we are not alone.
In this episode, I explore the deep human need to belong and the medicine that comes when we allow ourselves to be seen. You’ll learn why connection is essential for healing, how shame dissolves in the presence of compassion, and what it truly means to be “held” by another soul.
Also, we discuss the...
2025-10-2934 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastDiscouragement and Confidence | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.204In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Discouragement (https://elisabethelliot.org/dis).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Discouragement-3_Casting Your Confidence
- Discouragement-4_Earnestly Seeking God
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth Martin
- Della Healy
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-10-2300 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastAntidote for Discouragement | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.203In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Discouragement (https://elisabethelliot.org/dis).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Discouragement-1_Be Strong
- Discouragement-2_The Antidote for Discouragement
We also hear from special guests:
- Janet and Geoff Benge
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson. Special Rendition of Amazing Grace: Sergei M.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-10-1600 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastWho is in Charge? | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.202In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series on A Renewed Mind (https://elisabethelliot.org/arm).
We share Gateway to Joy radio program:
- A Renewed Mind-5_Whose Are You?
- Excerpt from Chapter 1 of Liberty of Obedience
We also hear from special guests:
- Elisabeth Martin
- Richard Blackaby
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-10-0900 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastTransformation and Control | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.201In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on A Renewed Mind (https://elisabethelliot.org/arm).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Renewed Mind-3_Being Transformed
- A Renewed Mind-4_Controlling Your Weight
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-10-0200 min
A Blessing in Divorce117: From pain stories to power storiesToday's episode is about stories. Stories of heartbreak, betrayal, grief and generally the human experience.
We all have them. Stories about what happened to us, about who we are now, about what we’ve lost. And those stories can feel heavy, like they define us. But here’s the beautiful truth: stories can change. We just have to learn to rewrite them and be willing to. We don’t erase what happened… but we shift the perspective. And that shift can change everything.
Today we chat about how these stories impact us and how we can rewrit...
2025-10-0131 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastA Renewed Mind | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.200In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on A Renewed Mind
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Renewed Mind-1_Applying God's Word
- A Renewed Mind-2_Moral Obligation
We also hear from special guest:
- Elisabeth Martin
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-09-2500 min
A Blessing in Divorce116: Why we heal faster together than aloneIf you’ve ever had the experience of sitting with a friend, or several, and realizing that being witnessed, being heard, already made you feel lighter… then this episode is for you.
In today’s world, so many of us are walking through heartbreak, through transitions, through loss, completely alone. We forget that our mothers, our grandmothers, our ancestors, never carried their pain in isolation. They gathered. Around fires, at temples, in kitchens, in fields, under the moon - anywhere and everywhere. So today, I want to take you on a little journey into that lineage and remembe...
2025-09-2428 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastBitter Turns to Sweet | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.196In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on When the Bitter Turns to Sweet (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Don’t Judge God by Your Feelings
- When the Bitter Turns to Sweet
We also hear from special guests:
- Kathy Gilbert
- Elisabeth reads from her book "The Liberty of Obedience," which is out of print, but available on Audible.com
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Vi...
2025-08-2800 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastThe Clouds You Dread | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.195In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we conclude our series "A Sovereign Lord" (https://elisabethelliot.org/osg).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- A Sovereign Lord & Human Powerlessness_A Sovereign Lord-3
- The Clouds You Dread_A Sovereign Lord-4
We also hear from:
- Elisabeth reading from The Liberty of Obedience which is out of print but available on Audible
- John Hanson
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
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2025-08-2100 min
A Blessing in Divorce115: Releasing the emotional imprints that are holding you and your healing back From the moment we are born our experiences, upbringing and rites of passage create imprints on our brain that tell us who we are and what our roles are etc. Or at least what we believe they are. But what if these imprints don't feel good anymore? Maybe they never did. How do you change the negative tracks now that you are changing your life?
So excited to share this episode with you. And make sure to download and check out the app and the accompanying meditation!
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
The br...
2025-08-2029 min
A Blessing in Divorce114: Rewriting the Fairytale: “Soul Sisters Over Soulmates”Have you ever woken up, kids grown, career humming along, maybe the papers of a divorce finally filed—looked around and thought: Is this it?
There’s a hush that settles in mid-life. For some of us it’s sudden like the slam of a door after the last child leaves. For others it creeps in as roles we once wore like a second skin begin to loosen.
And with that hush comes an ache we don’t always have language for.
We’re told the cure is to find our ‘other half,’ the one-in-eig...
2025-08-0129 min
A Blessing in Divorce113: The Validation Trap: How Seeking Approval Blocks Our HealingDo you find yourself waiting for an apology, a compliment, or even a sign that your healing is being witnessed? In this raw and tender episode, we explore the often invisible — yet incredibly powerful — force of validation and how it can quietly keep us stuck in pain.
From the early childhood roots of needing to be seen and soothed, to the ego’s endless loop of craving approval (especially after heartbreak), Elisabeth opens the door to a deeper conversation around truth, worthiness, and radical self-honesty.
If you’ve ever felt unseen, dismissed, or like your pai...
2025-05-2130 min
A Blessing in Divorce112: Hating or blaming men does not make healing from divorce easier or more rightousIn this rather different episode, I get real about a sensitive but important topic: the tendency for women to generalize and hate men after divorce — and why that mindset, while understandable, doesn’t actually serve your healing, or theirs.
I talk about:
Why anger and grief after betrayal are valid — but hate is not the path to freedom
How generalizing “all men” keeps us stuck in pain, bitterness, and disconnection
What it’s costing you emotionally, spiritually, and energetically to carry hate
A deeper look into the masculine wound and why many m...
2025-05-1422 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastA Hidden Country | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.180In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we continue our series on Journeys with God (https://elisabethelliot.org/jwg).
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Journeys With God-2_A Hidden Country
- Journeys With God-3_Mongolia
We also hear from special guest:
- Olga Cantrell, Russian book translator for Elisabeth
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-05-0800 min
A Blessing in Divorce111: Manifesting Love and Happiness for YourselfToday we’re diving into a topic that feels so close to the heart - how to manifest love and happiness in your life after divorce. I've talked about this before but we're doing it again a little differently.
I know you want to attract love and happiness in your life, but this is not about attracting someone else. Let's start by attracting YOU! Become the source of the love and joy you crave and watch everything else fall into place. If you’re ready to feel good again—to feel whole, vibrant, and deeply fulfilled—this episode is f...
2025-04-2332 min
A Blessing in Divorce110: Turning Pain Into Power: Lessons Divorce Teaches UsToday’s episode is all about turning one of life’s hardest experiences into one of your greatest sources of strength. I know it might not feel that way right now, but your pain holds incredible power. In this episode, I’ll show you how to shift from feeling broken to feeling brave, and how to use everything you’ve been through to rise even stronger.
Some of what I cover:
Viewing pain as a portal to the future and to allowing in wisdom and light instead of a door slamming shut.
I talk about the valuable...
2025-04-1630 min
A Blessing in Divorce109: How intimacy can be the proof and the reason a marriage endsThe conversation around physical intimacy in a marriage is generally one that is kept private. And then when the separation happens a whole new layer of shame, embarrassment and secrecy is added. I want to open that door a bit and shed some light on how closely connected physical intimacy is to emotional intimacy and how that affects a potential reconciliation and how the two connect with each other post separation.
This is my first time broaching this topic and I took it on the fly, so please bear with me. I know there is so much...
2025-04-0929 min
A Blessing in Divorce108: How to heal and choose your happiness during the legal part of your divorceWe need to overcome the conditioning of prioritizing everyone else's needs over our own. This does not make you a better person. It's time for women to learn that taking care of you is a priority and necessary for everyone.
Doing that during a hostile legal battle with your soon to be ex is absolutely a challenge, but again, necessary.
Talking about that today and wanting you to hear how worthy you are of love, kindness and a happy future.
I would love to help you with this so make sure to check...
2025-04-0427 min
A Blessing in Divorce107: From Heartbreak to Sovereignty: Lessons from Costa Rica while Honouring Women’s DayToday we honor the sacred essence of womanhood, not just as a role we play in society, but as the force of creation, transformation, and resilience. International Women’s Day is not just about celebrating the achievements of women—it’s about reclaiming our voice, our power, and our place in the world.
We will talk about sovereignty and what that is:
Emotional Freedom – not allowing others to dictate your worth or your healing.
Spiritual Liberation – trusting yourself and your inner wisdom above external validation.
Sacred Boundaries – saying yes to what serves you and no to what diminish...
2025-03-0739 min
Spark Joy in EDUCreating Joy Through an Abundance MindsetIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, Tisha and Lis discuss how we can foster an Abundance Mindset over a Scarcity Mindset by celebrating others and creating our own joy. Tune in for stories, examples for your school and classroom, and how we can create our own joy! Connect with Elisabeth Bostwick on: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram X Connect with Tisha Richmond on: LinkedIN Bluesky
2025-03-0129 min
A Blessing in Divorce106: Creating a Life You Love—Even When It Feels ImpossibleToday’s episode is about something truly empowering - creating a life you love, even when it feels impossible. Divorce can feel like the end, but in reality, it’s the beginning of something new. If you’re struggling to see the path forward, feeling lost, or unsure of what’s next, this episode is for you. I’ll be sharing powerful steps to help you rediscover joy, set new intentions, and design a life that excites you.
WE GET STARTED MARCH 10th - If you’re ready to move beyond heartbreak and step into your most confident, e...
2025-02-2633 min
A Blessing in Divorce105: Shifting from Heartbreak to HealingToday the conversation is about one of the most difficult yet transformative parts of the divorce journey—shifting from heartbreak to healing. If you’re feeling stuck in grief, overwhelmed by emotions, or wondering how to move forward, this episode is for you. Healing is a process, and today, I’ll walk you through practical steps to help you move through heartbreak and into a new season of growth.
Understanding Heartbreak and Its Impact
Divorce is a form of grief—acknowledging the loss is essential.
The emotional, physical, and mental toll of heartbreak.
C...
2025-02-2026 min
A Blessing in Divorce104: Navigating Valentine’s Day with Love & StrengthValentine’s Day can be a tough time when you are on the journey of healing from separation or divorce. This episode is dedicated to you—offering support, love, and inspiration as you navigate this weekend. Instead of dreading it, let’s reframe this day as a chance to honor yourself, practice deep self-care, and rewrite the narrative around love.
I am also trying something new in this episode and have included a short meditation and journaling prompts at the end. The time stamps are below so you can go back and listen again and again without having...
2025-02-1229 minThe Elisabeth Elliot PodcastThe Value of Family Prayers | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.167In this episode of The Gateway to Joy Podcast, we begin our series on Family Prayers (www.elisabethelliot.org/FamlyPrayers)
We share Gateway to Joy radio programs:
- Their Value
- What and When
We also hear from special guests:
- Davey Blackburn, author and podcaster
- Samantha LaGoy, friend and former caregiver for Elisabeth
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Special thanks to Mike Dize and the Bible Broadcasting Network.
Theme music: John Hanson.
Visit www.ElisabethElliot.org for more lectures, devotionals, videos, Gateway to Joy programs, and other resources.
2025-02-0600 min
A Blessing in Divorce103: The Power of Radical Self-Care during and after DivorceToday’s episode is all about something that is often overlooked, yet it is the foundation of true healing—radical self-care. I’m not just talking about bubble baths (though those are great!), but deep, soul-nourishing self-care that helps you step into your new life with strength and grace.
Redefining Self-Care (Why It’s More Than Just Pampering)
Many women neglect self-care because they’ve been conditioned to put others first.
Divorce leaves emotional, mental, and physical scars—healing requires intentional self-care.
Self-care is not just relaxation but also boundary-setting, emotional processing, a...
2025-02-0521 min
A Blessing in Divorce102: Intimacy & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery with my guest and Author, Cara MurphyOn this week's episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Cara Adria Murphy about her new book: "Intimacy & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery"
This was such an open and deep conversation between as we are both so passionate about helping women surviving Narcissistic abuse and also deeply committed to their healing and moving forward. Whether you are coming from this kind of relationship or not, I know you will find so much value in the things we discussed here. And please - hit subscribe and leave us some stars and reviews. This is an episode that needs to be...
2025-01-291h 10
A Blessing in Divorce101: What if my ex wants to reconcile or try again after having an affair?Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Affairs are hard and cause a lot of emotional pain and mistrust.
A request for a reconciliation or "another try" can bring up all the feelings once again and be more of a setback than a good thing.
And it can feel like an incredible opportunity to restore the family and your marriage.
But can it truly be restored? Can the feelings of love and trust be regained?
Join me as I talk about this and the various things you can do to ens...
2025-01-1537 min
A Blessing in Divorce100: Stepping into your power and taking bold action as you heal and overcomeLINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
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2024-11-2727 min
A Blessing in Divorce99: Building Emotional Resilience and Practicing Self-CareIn today's episode we get into the importance of emotional resilience and self-care as you are healing and creating a new life for yourself. This episode offers tools and strategies to manage emotional challenges as you navigate this stage of your life.
Key Points:
Why resilience matters for personal growth.
Emotional tools to manage setbacks and maintain optimism.
Self-care strategies to balance growth with rest, especially during transitions
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
The doors to THRIVE are open. Learn all that you need to know and join our healing journey starting on November 25th, 2025. h...
2024-11-1632 min
A Blessing in Divorce98: Part 4/6 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing ConfidenceIn this episode I address the inevitable fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that arise when stepping into a new life. I offer you strategies for overcoming self-doubt and building confidence in your abilities.
Key Points:
We talk about common fears and limiting beliefs (e.g., fear of failure, fear of judgment)
I share tools to shift from self-doubt to self-belief (affirmations, mindset practices).
And we will learn how taking action builds confidence and momentum.
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE:
The doors to THRIVE are open. Learn all that you need to know and jo...
2024-11-0635 min
A Blessing in Divorce97: Part 3/6 - Designing Your Future: Setting Intentions and GoalsDuring this 6 episode series, we will reflect on the healing process and how we can use this as a first step towards empowerment and creating a new life. We do have to move forward as part of our healing journey and in this series I encourage you to get curious about moving beyond healing and stepping into personal empowerment.
I am also kicking off a pre-100th episode celebration with this episode so make sure to listen to the end and read below to get all the relevant details as there are giveaways, deals, big prizes and f...
2024-10-3032 min
A Blessing in Divorce96: Part 2/6 - Rediscovering Yourself: Who Are You Now? After a major life transition, many people feel disconnected from their true identity. I’m talking about who you were before this relationship and potentially during. Also who you have put aside to be a wife, spouse, partner, parent, PTA member, kids sports coach etc. In this episode I would ike to guide you through a process of self-discovery, helping you reflect on who you are now and what values, passions, and strengths you want to cultivate moving forward.
Key Points:
Divorce or significant change often leads to identity loss.
Finding alignment between your true self and...
2024-10-2831 min
A Blessing in Divorce95: NEW SERIES Part 1/6: From Healing to Empowered - Taking the First StepPART 1/6 IN A NEW SERIES called From Healing to Thriving and creating a new life after Divorce.
Today I’m inviting you on a journey. It's the first instalment in this new series.
During this 6 episode series, we will reflect on the healing process and how we can use this as a first step towards empowerment and creating a new life. We do have to move forward as part of our healing journey and in this series I encourage you to get curious about moving beyond healing and stepping into personal empowerment.
I am als...
2024-10-1834 min
A Blessing in Divorce94: Healing from a marriage to a toxic or narcissistic person with Rachael DunkelIt’s been a long time since I’ve had a guest on the show and this is a guest I will be inviting back for sure. Join me for this conversation with Rachael Dunkel - Therapist turned Trauma informed Divorce Coach.
Today we talk about the healing journey when divorcing someone with a personality disorder.
People often attach labels to their exes describing them as toxic, narcissistic etc. And while of course there are some that this is appropriate for, these terms are being overused. And the danger is that we fall victim to the ter...
2024-10-0257 min
Spark Joy in EDUJoy Integration as Equitable Practice with Mallory MbaliaIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, we talk with Mallory Mbalia, Director of Learning and Education at Fred Rogers Productions, about joy integration as an equitable practice and the power of educational media. Mallory brings such heart to the show and shares insights about the importance of early childhood and how educators are the root waterers, nurturing the roots that can provide sustained support to children throughout the years. Mallory reminds us that families send us their best- the best of their best. And, as educators, every learner deserves our best! About Mallory Mbalia:
2024-09-2933 min
A Blessing in Divorce93: Exploring how connection to ourselves and others heals usIn this episode we exploring how connection can help us heal, grow and create the very life we dream of. This is a recap of how we explored this topic during the most recent Rising Moon Sisters Retreat.
Connection with Our Bodies
Our bodies hold so much wisdom, but we are often too busy to listen. This weekend is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with the body’s natural rhythms, to listen to what it needs, and to embrace the healing power of presence within our own skin.
Connection with Our Spirit and Soul
In the noi...
2024-09-2528 min
Spark Joy in EDUBe R.E.A.L. and Cannonball In to Create Joy with Tara MartinIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU we talk with Tara Martin about how it's essential to Be R.E.A.L. and the benefits of cannonballing in. Tara discusses how we can create a ripple effect of impact, the importance of boundaries, and how we can remain true to ourselves to foster joy.About Tara Martin:Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, national speaker, and author who thrives on change and refuses to settle for the status quo. She has served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach for several years, and most recently...
2024-09-0833 min
A Blessing in Divorce92: Healing from your divorce by learning who you truly areYou might be thinking “I know who I am” and then realize maybe you don’t - and only because you haven’t really asked yourself or explored this lately.
You might be thinking - I have no idea who I am if I’m not “his wife” or a full time mom or something like that - I know I did.
The tools are radical honesty with yourself; self-reflection; counseling/coaching; self-compassion and forgiveness of self and others. And your reward is self-discovery and self-love, knowing your worth and that you are enough.
LINKS...
2024-09-0437 min
A Blessing in Divorce91: Supporting your adult child as they go through their divorceThis episode was inspired by mother's who contacted me in an effort to provide support to their children who are divorcing. They recognize that the issues are complex and that though they meant well they weren't always saying what was helpful.
I so appreciate their grace and compassion in wanting to be there for their children who are going through such a difficult time. Anyone would be lucky to have a parent who cares that much. This episode is for those parents, but also for you you as you go through this life challenge and want and...
2024-08-2837 min
A Blessing in Divorce89: PART 6: Release fear so it no longer paralyzes your healing as you navigate your divorceThis is it! Part 6 of the 6-part healing summer series here on A Blessing In Divorce. Create your own blessings by working through your healing with this series. 🤗💖
EP 83: An introduction to the series and the things that can speed up (or slow down) your healing
EP 84: Understanding your pain story
EP 85: The inward journey of healing
EP 86: Overcome divorce grief
EP 87: Recognizing and managing yours and others' expectations
EP 88: Planning for the future
EP 89: Releasing/Overcoming fear and not letting it paralyze your healing
I would love to hear what you think of this series. It's been fun and will...
2024-07-2432 min
A Blessing in Divorce87: PART 4 - Managing your own expectations and everyone else’s during divorceThere are many parts to a healing journey during and after separation and divorce. That's why I started this healing series and here is part 4. So manke sure to check out the previous 3 and the introduction to the series in episode 83. Having high or unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others can really get in the way of the healing journey because you are essentially giving your power (and peace of mind) away to the person you expect something from. And for self-expectations - they are often tied to how we want others to react based on our actions etc. All i...
2024-06-2633 min
A Blessing in Divorce86: PART 3: Overcome divorce grief and the constant ruminating on the memories of the pastGrief after a divorce can be particularly intense and persistent, and many people find themselves stuck in their grief and ruminating on the past for several reasons.
Loss of Identity
Emotional Attachment
Unresolved Issues
Fear of the Future
Habitual Thinking Patterns
Societal and Cultural Influences
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
The Healing Heart: https://www.theseparationclub.com/healingheart
Join our 2025 retreat in Costa Rica, Feb. 22 - March 1, 2025 https://www.theseparationclub.com/costa-rica-retreat
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I would love to work with you towards your healing, self-discovery and in creating your new...
2024-06-1934 min
A Blessing in Divorce85: PART 2: Healing is an inward journey - how do we do that?Last week I talked about understanding and healing our pain story. This week I am talking about the inward journey mentioned last week. It’s a journey that is crucial to our healing and self-discovery journey available to us during and after a divorce.
Healing after a divorce is a deeply personal and multifaceted journey that involves emotional, mental, and sometimes physical and spiritual practices. Here are several strategies and practices to help you turn inward and find healing:
Emotional healing and mental/cognitive healing are closely related but distinct aspects of overall psychological well-being. Un...
2024-06-1233 min
Spark Joy in EDUTaking Ownership of Our Joy with Dr. JoyIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU we talk with Dr. Joy about Joy Work EDU and how we can all take ownership of our joy. Dr. Joy shares about how we can be purposeful when it comes to creating joy in our lives and what it means to get 'back to zero.' About Dr. Joy:Dr. Joy is an Educator, Author, and Owner of Joy Work EDU, LLC. She is passionate about the presence of joy in organizations that serve children and empowers educators to tap into their own joy. Dr. Joy earned a...
2024-06-1237 min
A Blessing in Divorce83: 6 things that will speed up or prevent your healing**INTRODUCTION TO SUMMER HEALING SERIES**
I am really excited to bring you this healing series. I will be talking about what holds your healing back and what can make it happen faster. It's kind of the same thing. A true lesson in perspective.
So, join me for this illuminating, healing and potentially transformational summer series.
Today is the introduction to the series and I will be touching on the following six areas of discussion that are coming up.
Identifying with the pain story
Grief/loss and ruminating on memories
Inward focus - A s...
2024-05-3028 min
A Blessing in Divorce80: The Healing Heart: An Inward JourneyToday I talk to you about the various wounds and pain we feel as a result of divorce. And more importantly I want to help you heal it and move forward.
Sometimes I feel like I shouldn’t talk about the pain because it keeps it alive, but I also know that it is alive and well in you and in order to get over it and move forward we do have to feel it. So let’s find a constructive way to deal with and understand what we are feeling so we can let go of feeli...
2024-04-1841 min
A Blessing in Divorce79: The heartache and peace when letting go of relationships that aren't working anymoreLINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
ITALY RETREAT: Step into a dream and join us in Italy June 22-29th for a week of sisterhood, Italian wine and ancient towns with cobblestones and beautiful shops selling olive oil and pottery. It's the ultimate girls' trip https://www.theseparationclub.com/italy2024
EARLY BIRD PRICING IN EFFECT. Join our 2025 retreat in Costa Rica, Feb. 22 - March 1, 2025 https://www.theseparationclub.com/costa-rica-retreat
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I would love to work with you towards your healing, self-discovery and in creating your new life. Working with a coa...
2024-04-1032 min
Spark Joy in EDUTeach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy with Kim StrobelIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU we talk with Kim Strobel about Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy. Kim discusses how educators can be so hard on themselves, but reinforces the concept that perfectionism is the lowest standard we can hold ourselves to. Gain insights on how to reach and capture more happiness in your work and life journey.About Kim Strobel: Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations worldwide. With her powerful message about the...
2024-04-0532 min
A Blessing in Divorce78: The Healing Benefits of a Circle of Women and Women's RetreatsNot everyone can go on a retreat for any number of reasons, but anyone can access that part of themselves that gives them direct connection with their heart, their joy, their true selves.
That's what I want to share with you today. So many of us go unconsciously through life only paying attention to the external factors that are usually dictated by others. It makes us feel powerless, exhausted and often disappointed. Especially when the very people we take our lead from betray us or let us down in some way.
The hard truth is...
2024-03-2240 min
A Blessing in Divorce77: When the love is strong AND divorce is still the only way forward, with Luci LampeI loved having this conversation with Luci Lampe about how they are navigating conscious uncoupling. It's a concept that is appealing to most and seemingly impossible to the majority. Myself included.
You might be asking what it is. And you might be wondering if one can be so amicable during a divorce then why can't one figure out how to stay together?
The reality is that even though there might still be a lot of love between the couple there can be huge distance between what the two want out of life and especially the r...
2024-03-061h 08
A Blessing in Divorce76: How and why to stop the blame game we all play when going through divorceBlaming - holding others responsible for our pain, discomfort, troubles or anything going badly in our lives. Extremely prevalent during divorce.
Everyone wants to be the "good one", the "innocent one" and for no one to perceive us as having caused the divorce or the unhappiness within ourselves or in the other person.
All very ego driven. And very normal and understandable because when we blame we feel less vulnerable, less like failures and we receive sympathy, support and validation.
But there are costs to the blame game and not just for the o...
2024-02-2839 min
A Blessing in Divorce75: Understand and overcome the fear you feel as you go through divorce and other life challengesSo many things make us feel fear. And especially during big life challenges like divorce, new jobs, big moves etc. We feel fear of the unknown, fear of not being good enough, fear of not having enough, fear of judgment, fear of rejection, fear of being seen, fear of failure, fear of imperfection, fear of abandonment, fear of quitting, fear of death, fear of change, fear of vulnerability, fear of being alone, fear of missing out.
As a Spiritual and Intuitive Guide and life coach, I’ve worked with many different clients who have a wide range of...
2024-02-2133 min
A Blessing in Divorce74: Finding inner peace and calm during the storm of divorceThis is an episode that came to me on morning and I never had to write down any notes.
I am a strong believe in our ability to choose our life, our perspective and how we want to feel every day.
Some days we achieve that feeling easier than others and some day it's out of reach all day. But if we don't even try to find the calm, the peace and the love in our days then for certain most days will not be easy.
You deserve peace in your life and yo...
2024-02-1432 min
A Blessing in Divorce73: Making the big decisions about your marriage, your family and your healing with Cindy StibbardDeciding to leave your marriage can feel like an impossible and overwhelming decision.
Deciding to stay in an unhappy marriage also feels so so hard.
Figuring out the way forward and what is right for you and your family - well that's what we talk about today with Cindy Stibbard who has an impressive resume and some stories to tell.
Remember it is not a failure to end your marriage, the failure lies in doing nothing. And it is not weakness to need help - in fact it takes so much courage to...
2024-02-071h 00
A Blessing in Divorce72: How to have a good Valentine's Day while divorcing or going through a breakupValentine’s Day post separation and divorce can be a heavy day emotionally.
First, let’s remember that it’s just another day until you say it’s otherwise. This year, Wednesday makes it feel a little easier because it’s not a big weekend thing.
What are your expectations, or what were they when you were married or in a relationship?
Honestly it is mostly, if not entirely, women who have a problem with this day. Huge expectations if in a relationship and feeling lonely and unloved if you aren’t. Noticing all the other...
2024-01-3131 min
A Blessing in Divorce71: Understanding Karma - the good, the bad and the transformational healing availableKarma can tend to get a bad wrap. It's often misunderstood and just as often misused and especially during divorce it seems.
Join me for a fun and illuminating conversation about all things Karma. Let's clear it up once and for all - literally.
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
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I would love to work with you towards your healing, self-discovery and in creating your new life. Working with a coach is a great way to discover your purpose, your path forward while gaining clarity...
2024-01-2530 min
A Blessing in Divorce70: A divorce is a perfect launch pad to create your dreams and this is how you do itLINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
ONLY 5 SPOTS LEFT. Join our upcoming retreat in Costa Rica, March 2-9th, 2024 https://www.theseparationclub.com/costa-rica-retreat
Step into a dream and join us in Italy June 22-29th for a week of sisterhood, Italian wine and ancient towns with cobblestones and beautiful shops selling olive oil and pottery. It's the ultimate girls' trip https://www.theseparationclub.com/italy2024
BUY THE BRAND NEW JOY JOURNAL: https://www.theseparationclub.com/the-joy-journal
I would love to work with you towards your healing, self-discovery and in creating your new life. Working with a coach is a gr...
2024-01-1829 min
A Blessing in Divorce69: Embarking on a healing journey and feeling ready for new relationships Often the biggest obstacle to our healing is our focus on the pain. It just draws us in understandably and in doing so prevents us from healing. You can't do both at the same time. They are opposites. If you are focused on the pain you aren't healing. If you are focused on your healing you are feeling much less pain until you don't feel any at all. Join me for all the understanding around this important topic.
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
ONLY 5 SPOTS LEFT. Join our upcoming retreat in Costa Rica, March 2-9th, 2024 https://ww...
2024-01-1135 min
A Blessing in Divorce68: How to make Journaling one of your mindfulness practices this yearJournaling is recommended by just about every coach, therapist, counselor and I am no exception. But I am not talking about writing a diary like you might have as a little girl or teenager and this is not about your to do list either.
This is journaling for the purposes of healing, fostering inner growth and going on a self-discovery journey.
That’s why I created The Joy Journal (TJJ) and I am beyond excited to be able to share it with you here today along with everything else you need to know about how to...
2024-01-0333 min
A Blessing in Divorce67: A loving Winter Solstice and Holiday message just for youWishing you all the joy, happiness and peace during this holiday season.
As we close out the year the focus is to let go of the things that no longer nourish and serve us to create space for the things we want to grow and expand into.
Be gentle and kind with yourself. Rest and nourish your heart, body and soul.
I’ll be back next week.
In love and light, Elisabeth Joy ✨💖🕯️
LINKS MENTIONED AND MORE
I would love to work with you towards your healing, self...
2023-12-2215 min
A Blessing in Divorce64: Number one step to dating after divorce is finding what we want within ourselves firstMost of us want to one day meet someone again after divorce. But dating after divorce can feel so scary. Our trust has been shaken as has our faith in true lasting love.
We read quotes and sayings about soul-mates and what true love "should" look like, sound like etc. But that's not reality, it's just good writing.
So what is the key to feeling loved and seen and chosen?
The answer is simple - love yourself, see yourself and choose yourself first.
Not so simple you say... Ok let's dive i...
2023-11-2930 min
Spark Joy in EDUCultivate Joy In and Out of the Schoolhouse with Sean GaillardIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, we chat with Sean Gaillard about how we can intentionally cultivate joy in and out of the schoolhouse. We explore the importance of embracing our own passions, creating, and how music is the salve that soothes and uplifts the soul. About Sean Gaillard:Sean Gaillard is a school leader, author, and podcaster. He is the author of "The Pepper Effect" and has contributed to various books and written articles on leadership, innovation, collaboration, and music. He is the host of "The Principal Liner Notes Podcast" and the founder o...
2023-09-0446 min
A Blessing in Divorce50: 6 practical tools to help you heal and rediscover yourselfWhy is it that healing from a broken relationship is so hard?
What are some of the more unhelpful or destructive ways we try to deal with pain?
Escape (into victimhood, addiction, distraction, despair which is a form of victimhood, also avoidance which is different than distraction)
Unnecessary acceptance of suffering as a way of life
Limited thinking and belief in happiness as an available feeling
Anger
Self-blaming and blaming them (victim mentality)
Today I share the tools I used on my divorce journey to heal and move forward in a way that felt good...
2023-08-1648 min
Spark Joy in EDUSpark Joy in EDU | Define Your Why featuring Barbara BrayIn this episode we chat with Barbara Bray about how we can Spark Joy in EDU through connections, meaningful learning experiences, and by defining our why. We explore the importance of recognizing the strengths and gifts within every child and how we can uplift one another. Barbara also shares how she sparks joy in her day-to-day life and the importance of family. About Barbara Bray: Barbara Bray is a creative learning strategist, author, podcast host, coach, speaker, and story weaver. She has been on a mission for over 30 years to transform teaching so learning is more...
2023-07-2534 min
A Blessing in Divorce44: 3 ways to shift towards healing and a happier feeling and higher vibration:Living a healed and happier life is a choice. A choice to leave the pain behind. A choice to invite in light, happiness, joy and an amplified life. Join me as I talk about how to do this in the aftermath of divorce and other life changing events.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Shift your attention away from that you’re broken and towards love. Suggested activity: Write a list of 50 things you love. At least 10 have to be about you.
Release judgement of self and others. Imagine you’re a balloon that has the ability to float high up in...
2023-07-0541 min
Spark Joy in EDUSpark Joy in EDU | Kids Deserve It featuring Adam WelcomeIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, we talk with Adam Welcome about how we can spark joy in education through meaningful and authentic learning experiences. Tune in to hear how Adam inspires educators to be the best they can be- kids deserve it! About Adam Welcome:Adam is a Professional Speaker, Author, Podcaster, Former Principal. He has been speaking all around the country (and international) for the past decade. Adam’s journey with speaking began back when he was a classroom teacher and he got tapped to provide professional development in his di...
2023-06-0439 min
A Blessing in Divorce38: Why self-care matters during divorce and how to do it right Self-Care ~ Something good YOU DO FOR YOU.
And it matters. More than anything else if you ask me. This is what helps you heal and grow. This is how you connect with your voice and inner light. This is how you learn to love and trust again. Self-care is your path back to you and you deserve this!
There are three areas of healing and self-care:
Physical
Emotional
Spiritual
Physical self-care is nurturing our body through movement, nourishment and sleep.
Emotional self-care is the inner learning, growth and healing we do th...
2023-05-2427 min
Spark Joy in EDUSpark Joy in EDU | Inspire, Motivate, Educate and Create featuring Ken SheltonIn this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, we talk with Ken Shelton about how we can shift classroom culture and empower students as leaders by dismantling hierarchy in the classroom. Additionally, we explored the importance of every child feeling seen and heard by a supportive adult. Ken also shares how we can explore factors that bring us joy and then apply them within an educational setting or environment. There is so much goodness and depth to this conversation, we hope you enjoy it!About Ken Shelton:Ken (He/Him/His) currently holds an M.A...
2023-05-2044 min
A Blessing in Divorce31: Having faith in something and especially yourself helps you heal as you divorceToday I invite you to join me for a conversation about faith. And it doesn't matter what you believe in, even if it’s nothing - I know you will benefit from this conversation.
When going through a crisis people often reach for something they believe in or they search for something to believe in to help them understand why and what and also to help them heal.
It could be that they are counting on that God has a higher calling or purpose for them or that he is going to save you as you g...
2023-04-0544 min
Nichole Joy Show169. Face reading for healing: a botox alternative? with guest Elisabeth SpearsI am thrilled to introduce you to my dear friend, and personal face reader, Elisabeth Spears. In this episode, we talked about all things face readings, how trauma AND healing show up on your face, what some of your lines and wrinkles actually mean, and how healing is an incredibly viable alternative to botox and other face fillers. Also, don’t skip the important message in the beginning. I found it fascinating that my audience asked me several times what skincare products I use - since I definitely DO NOT have perfect skin. Here’s what...
2023-03-1449 min
Spark Joy in EDUSpark Joy in EDU | Take a Magical Leap into Joyful LearningElisabeth Bostwick and Tisha Richmond share their why behind partnering to Spark Joy in Education along with their stories on why they are both so passionate about this topic. Their subtitle, A Magical Leap into Joyful Learning interweaves portions of Lis's book, Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation, and Tisha's book, Make Learning Magical: Transform Your Teaching and Create Unforgettable Experiences in Your Classroom. This episode serves as an introduction to the podcast, Spark Joy in EDU. Be on the lookout for upcoming episodes featuring guests who will share their voices! C...
2023-02-1826 min
A Blessing in Divorce21: Your path to joy and happiness during divorce and 5 steps for how to get thereToday I want to talk to you about finding our inner joy and achieving happiness while going through divorce and after. How do we define it and how do we achieve it? Because let’s face it - we are all seeking it.
Also, let’s put some definitions in place so we know what we are talking about and we are all coming from the same place and so I can avoid being accused of toxic positivity.
And let me just say, I usually record these episodes in the morning because I feel the most...
2023-01-2537 min