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Believe Big Podcast99-Bill & Kristi Gaultiere - Empathy, Oxygen for the SoulIn this episode of the Believe Big podcast, Ivelisse welcomes Bill and Kristi Gaultiere to explore the life-giving role of empathy in emotional and spiritual well-being. Drawing from their new book, Deeply Loved, Bill, a psychologist and pastor, and Kristi, a psychotherapist and spiritual director, share how empathy—distinct from sympathy—can become a powerful source of healing, especially for those facing health crises like cancer. They introduce the Four A’s of empathy: asking, attuning, acknowledging, and affirming, while also highlighting the importance of practicing self-empathy. Rooted in both biblical wisdom and psychological insight, the conv...
2025-09-2330 min
Believe Big Podcast87-Kristi Gaultiere - Hope in DeconstructionDiscover how faith deconstruction can be a transformative journey toward a deeper, more authentic spirituality in our latest Believe Big podcast episode featuring Kristi Gaultiere, author of Journey of the Soul. Kristi shares profound insights into the stages of spiritual growth, offering guidance for those wrestling with doubts or seeking clarity in their faith. Whether you are navigating a personal crisis, like a cancer diagnosis, or simply yearning for a closer connection to God, this episode provides a compassionate framework for exploring your beliefs. Learn how to embrace the questions that arise during life’s ch...
2024-12-3136 min
Believe Big Podcast82-Kristi Gaultiere - How to Hear from GodDo you ever wonder how to hear from God amidst the noise of today’s busy world?In today's new podcast with Kristi Gaultiere, we will discover powerful insights on how God speaks to each of us in unique ways, even when we think we’re not hearing Him. Whether you're struggling to discern His voice from your own thoughts or seeking clarity through spiritual practices like fasting and Lectio Divina, this podcast will guide you on a journey of deepening your relationship with God. With real-life stories and expert guidance, we’ll help you find p...
2024-10-2231 min
Believe Big PodcastSUMMER REPLAY 4 - 67-Kristi Gaultiere - Emotional and Spiritual Growth (part 2)In this 4th Summer Replay episode, Ivelisse continues her discussion with Kristi Gaultiere about the importance of caring for our souls, specifically for emotional and spiritual healing. For anyone facing a health challenge, like cancer, this episode is not to be missed!Kristi and Ivelisse talk about the stages of griefsetting boundariescreating a rule/rhythm of lifeLectio Divinaand encouraging a healthy balance between spiritual practices and daily living.Don’t miss this concluding episode with Kristi and Ivelisse, and be prepared to care for your soul with love and kindness.**If you missed Part...
2024-08-1327 min
Believe Big Podcast67-Kristi Gaultiere - Emotional and Spiritual Growth (part 2)In this episode, we continue our discussion with Kristi Gaultiere about the importance of caring for our souls, specifically for emotional and spiritual healing. For anyone facing a health challenge, like cancer, this episode is not to be missed!Kristi and Ivelisse talk about the stages of griefsetting boundariescreating a rule/rhythm of lifeLectio Divinaand encouraging a healthy balance between spiritual practices and daily living.Don’t miss this concluding episode with Kristi and Ivelisse, and be prepared to care for your soul with love and kindness.Connect with Kristi Gaultiere at Soul...
2024-01-1627 min
Believe Big Podcast66-Kristi Gaultiere - Caring for Our Souls and Our Emotional Health (part 1)Have you ever thought about the importance of caring for your soul? Have you ever hit a wall and just felt you needed to shut down for a little while?It’s probably something that may have entered your mind at some point and then you quickly dismissed it because of the fast-paced world we live in. But, caring for our souls so very important!Join me today as I chat with Kristi Gaultiere author, spiritual director, counselor, coach and co-founder of Soul Shepherding. We get to tap into the significance of caring for our soul...
2024-01-0233 min