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Chaplaincy On The GoE62. Right Brain Justified - With Mike NovakoskiIn this episode we explore the power of meaningful relationships and emotional intelligence in the workplace. Joining the conversation is thought-leader, author, and speaker Mike Novakoski. Mike is the President and CEO of EV Construction and EV Group. Mike’s latest book, “Right Brain Justified” explores the impact of relational leadership and its connection to company success and culture.Get the BookLearn more about MikeLearn about CarePortal2025-06-3039 minChaplaincy On The GoE61. Walk for WarriorsIn this episode – Kyle Hostetler (Veterans of Semco) joins us to talk about mental health and our veterans. Kyle is a volunteer with Operation Injured Soldiers and leads a “Walk for Warriors” – an event promoted to raise awareness and funds for helping veterans work through challenging mental and emotional realities.Learn more about CarePortalLearn more about Operation Injured SoldiersGet involved in the Walk for Warriors2025-06-0234 minChaplaincy On The GoE60. Empathy (Part 2) - With Alex VogelzangIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Alex Vogelzang on the nature of empathy. Learn more about CarePortal! 2025-03-2446 minChaplaincy On The GoE59. Empathy (Part 1) - With Alex VogelzangIn this episode, we discuss the nature of empathy and how it impacts our lives and the lives of those around us. Joining this episode is Alex Vogelzang. Alex brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the conversation! Learn more about CarePortal! 2025-03-1953 minChaplaincy On The GoE.58 Coping with Anxiety – With Mike MaddoxIn this episode we explore the nature of anxiety and how we can cope with it in a way that helps us thrive. Joining us for the episode is Mike Maddox. Mike is a business leader and coach with years of experience in the corporate world. He’s also an “expert” in the lived experience with anxiety. Mike is a co-founder of the Anxiety Resource Center in Grand Rapids, MI. Learn more about Mike.Learn more about ARC.Learn more about CarePortal.2025-02-2551 minChaplaincy On The GoE57. Managing Anxiety - With Steve CussIn this episode we explore managing anxiety in ourselves and others. Joining us on the podcast is Steve Cuss. Steve is the author of Managing Leadership Anxiety and The Expectation Gap. Steve and his wife, Lisa, are part of an organization called Capable Life. Steve’s personal experience and insight offer practical solution to chronic anxiety. Learn more about Steve!Learn more about our sponsor CarePortal!2025-02-2140 minChaplaincy On The GoE56. Dealing with Anger In Healthy WaysIn this episode we look at the dynamics of anger and how we process through it. Anger isn’t bad, but unprocessed anger can be destructive to our mind, body, and soul. Pastor Rick Feria helps us to understand the nature of anger and how we can take practical steps toward working through it.2025-02-1357 minChaplaincy On The GoE55. Trauma and Internal Family Systems - With Lisa CussIn this episode we talk about Trauma and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Lisa Cuss, MA, LPC. Lisa and her husband Steve do amazing work in the world of emotional health. This was an incredible conversation about how our past pain influences our present realities.
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2024-11-0857 minChaplaincy On The GoE54. Mental Health in The Workplace - With Sean EganIn this episode Sean Egan, the Deputy Director of Labor for Michigan, joins us to talk about the impact of mental health in the workplace in the State of Michigan. Sean shares about his own journey with mental health and the current realities that he is working to address in the workplace.
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Learn more about Careportal2024-09-1931 minChaplaincy On The GoE52. Identity In Christ - With Rick FeriaIn this episode we explore the impact of finding our identity in the love and person of Jesus. Joining the podcast is Rick Feria. Rick is a counselor and pastor and serves at the Fearless Family of Churches and, also, with the Fearless Chaplaincy.
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Learn more about CarePortal!2024-07-2440 minChaplaincy On The GoE47. Grieve, Breathe, Receive - With Steve Carter (Part 3)In part three of our conversation with Steve Carter - we take a look at how grief can help us grow. Steve shares more of his insights and experience through his own grief journey and speaks to the importance of staying curious through it all.
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2024-07-1919 minChaplaincy On The GoE46. Grieve, Breathe, Receive - With Steve Carter (Part 2)In this episode we continue on in a conversation with Steve Carter, author of "Grieve, Breathe, Receive." Steve continues to share his framework for the grieving process. More specifically, Steve takes us through the Good Friday, Silent Saturday, Palm Sunday moments of life and how they can help us see God working in our grief.
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Learn more about CarePortal2024-07-1022 minChaplaincy On The GoE45. Grieve, Breathe, Receive – With Steve Carter (Part 1)In this episode we talk with pastor, speaker, and author Steve Carter. Steve is known well for his book “The Thing Beneath The Thing” and now has a new book out “Grieve, Breathe, Receive: Finding a Faith Strong Enough To Hold Us.” Steve’s latest book is one of the greatest resources on grief that you will find. Steve’s honest and vulnerable sharing of his own grief journey make this book and conversation so significant. In the first of three parts, Steve talks about the challenging question, “What do you do when life does what it does?”
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Learn more about CarePortal!2024-06-2629 minChaplaincy On The GoE43. Practicing CuriosityIn this episode we will explore how the practice of curiosity and how it helps us navigate anxiety and even break free from negative thought patterns and cycles.
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Learn More About CarePortal2024-06-0517 minChaplaincy On The GoE41. Peanut Butter Pie and Child Anxiety - With Dr. Emilie DeYoungHow can we help children navigate anxiety? Think about Peanut Butter Pie! Dr. Emilie DeYoung joins us on this episode to talk about her latest book and how the ways she works with children in anxious states can help us with the kids in our lives.
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Learn more about CarePortal!2024-05-3035 minChaplaincy On The GoE40. Marriage - Spiritual Foundations and Core Values - With Dave McGovernOn out 40th episode we close out a conversation on marriage and spiritual foundations as well as the need for core values. Spiritually connecting with your spouse is an incredible way to grow in marriage and core values help guide and keep us on track as we go through life together.
Learn more about CarePortal!2024-05-2242 minChaplaincy On The GoE39. Marriage and Intimacy - With Dave McGovernIn this episode we talk through the dynamics of intimacy in marriage and why having a multi faceted view of intimacy leads to a thriving marriage!
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Learn About CarePortal!2024-05-0129 minChaplaincy On The GoE37. Marriage and Communication (Part 2)In this episode we continue our conversation on good communication in marriage by exploring some soft skills. Assertiveness and active listening are the two vital skills that contribute to healthy communication. We unpack how to grow in both of these skills and areas.
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Learn more about CarePortal!2024-04-2417 minChaplaincy On The GoE36. Marriage and Communication - With Dave McGovernIn this episode we begin a series on marriage. Joining this conversation is Dave McGovern, a counselor in the West Michigan area. For our first conversation we explore the importance of healthy communication in marriage and talk through the various "killers" of communication.
Learn more about CarePortal.2024-04-1526 minChaplaincy On The GoE35. Managing Conflict (Part 2): Getting Conflict RightIn this episode we continue our conversation on navigating and managing conflict. We look at some simple, but effective strategies to employ that can help us stop the conflict cycle. Additionally, we discuss at some ways to approach healthy conflict resolution.
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Learn more about our sponsor CarePortal!2024-04-1022 minChaplaincy On The GoE34. Managing Conflict (Part 1): How Conflict WorksIn this episode we discuss the first of a two part conversation on conflict. We all have conflict in our relationships. It is unavoidable. Unfortunately, many of us make the mistake of trying to ignore it. Conflict - if ignored - will lead to bigger problems and it is important to understand how conflict works.
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Learn More About Our Sponsor2024-04-0322 minChaplaincy On The GoE33. How to Stop Crazy, Negative Thoughts (The Neural Hijack)In this episode we discuss strategies to stop the neural hijack! Americans have 50,000 thoughts a day and 80% are negative and critical. Of those thoughts, 90% repeat day after day. If you have ever had a thought that has a "life" of its own and you want to stop it - you have to listen in to this episode.
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Learn about Care Portal!2024-03-2723 minChaplaincy On The GoE32. The Different Ways We Respond To StressIn this episode we unpack the different ways we respond to stress. When we experience stress our bodies respond by engaging the Sympathetic Nervous System. This can result in a number of physical and emotional responses that impact our behavior, actions, and reactions. While these responses are normal, it's important to know what they are and be aware of how they impact us and others around us.
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2024-03-2017 minChaplaincy On The GoE31. Meeting the Needs of Others and Care Portal - With Alex VogelzangIn this episode we welcome back Alex Vogelzang in a conversation about Care Portal! Care Portal - Michigan is now a sponsor of the "Chaplaincy on the Go Podcast" and we take some time to talk about how Care Portal connects with local churches and organizations to help families in need.
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Connect with Alex: Alex.Vogelzang@careportal.org2024-03-1337 minChaplaincy On The GoE30. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys - With Abby ZeeripIn this episode we explore more dynamics of parenting and marriage and raising emotionally strong kids. Joining the podcast is Abby Zeerip. As you'll soon find out, Abby is super passionate about marriage and family. Her insight, experience, passion, and engaging wit make for an exciting and inspirational interview and conversation!2024-03-0652 minChaplaincy On The GoE29. Marriage, Children, and Happiness - With Deb GritterIn this episode we talk through the dynamics of marriage and happiness and how children impact everything. Deb is a social worker and counselor. She does a lot of work with marriage and family. This conversation was so insightful and has a lot great information for married couples young and old.2024-02-2851 minChaplaincy On The GoE28. Talking with Your Kids about Suicide and Sudden LossIn this episode we talk through some helpful tips in talking with your kids about suicide and sudden loss. It can be really scary when a child dies by suicide and we often struggle with how we can talk with our kids or kids that we know and want to support. If you follow a few helpful tips and points, it can be easier and more meaningful for the kids we love and for ourselves.
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Get The Helpful Hints Handout2024-02-2118 minChaplaincy On The GoE27. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys - With Alex VolgelzangIn this episode we continue the conversation of raising emotionally strong boys and talk about how our own emotional work is vital to that process. Joining me for the podcast is Alex Volgelzang. Alex joined us for a conversation on addiction a few episodes back and returns, now, as a father of boys.
Here's a link to a "feelings chart" that we talk about in the episode.2024-02-2146 minChaplaincy On The GoE26. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys - With David ThomasIn this episode we discuss the importance of raising emotionally strong boys with author and therapist - David Thomas. David is an incredible writer, speaker, and counselor. He shares with us the work that parents and people who love children must do to help the young men in their lives become emotionally strong and healthy.
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From a career standpoint - Alex has a first hand perspective on how addiction impacts children and families, but he also has a personal experience. Alex grew up in a family impacted by addiction and he graciously shares parts of his journey with us.2024-01-3145 minChaplaincy On The GoE23. Habits, Hang Ups, and AddictionsIn this episode we explore habits, hang ups, and addictions. Addiction rates are at an all-time high in our culture. Many of us struggle with habits that we can't get out of or know aren't very healthy for us. We want to break down the process of how we can end up in addictive tendencies and patterns.
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A wonderful resource that we explore in the podcast is Justin Witmel Earley's book "Made For People"2024-01-1030 minChaplaincy On The GoE20. Still I Run with Sasha WolffHave you ever wanted some suggestions on fighting symptoms of depression and anxiety?
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Sasha Wolff is the founder of Still I Run – Runners for Mental Health Awareness. Still I Run is the country's only non-profit that works on a nationwide level to promote the benefits of running for mental health. While the organization was started in 2016, the idea for Still I Run came to her several years earlier after she discovered the benefits of running after a brief hospitalization for depression and anxiety.
Still I Run now reaches tho...2024-01-0332 minChaplaincy On The GoE19. Hurry Sickness and the Importance of Slowing DownIn this episode we talk about the danger of our ever increasing hurried lives. Hurry sickness is real and really hurting us (mind, body, and soul). With help from authors like John Mark Comer, Tyler Staton, and Juliet Funt - we can look at how slowing down and centering ourselves in helpful practices can change the way we live.
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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry
Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools
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2023-12-2724 minChaplaincy On The GoE16. Suicidal Loss and Grief with Terry Jelsema (Part 2)In this continuation of suicidal loss and grief. Terry Jelsema, who lost his wife to a battle with depression, continues to share his story of healing from the trauma of his wife's death - and the path that took him forward.
Terry is a father, friend, and author. He has written a helpful book for those walking through grief: "One Breath, One Step, Repeat."
Get the book here.2023-12-2034 minChaplaincy On The GoE18. Kids and Chronic Illness - with Layna O'Connor (Part 2)In the second of a two part conversation - Layna O'Connor continues with us to talk about loss and grief and the reality of caring for a child with unique needs and chronic illness. Layna's daughter was diagnosed with Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Deficiency (PDCD) early on in her first year of life. Layna shares the journey of learning and grieving and advocating in a remarkable way. In this episode we lean into advocacy and compassion for those who don't "understand" what it is like to love a chronically ill child.
Here's a link to the PDCP group th...2023-12-2025 minChaplaincy On The GoE17. Kids and Chronic Illness - with Layna O'Connor (Part 1)In the first of a two part conversation - Layna O'Connor joins us to talk about loss and grief and the reality of caring for a child with unique needs and chronic illness. Layna's daughter was diagnosed with Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Deficiency (PDCD) early on in her first year of life. Layna shares the journey of learning and grieving and advocating in a remarkable way.
Here's a link to the PDCP group that Layna is a part of.2023-12-2034 minChaplaincy On The GoE15. Suicidal Loss and Grief with Terry Jelsema (Part 1)In this episode we explore the reality of suicidal loss and grief. Joining us in this conversation is Terry Jelsema. Terry lost his wife to a battle with depression and wants to share a bit about what he has learned.
Terry is a father, friend, and author. He has written a helpful book for those walking through grief: "One Breath, One Step, Repeat."
Get the book here.2023-12-2035 minChaplaincy On The GoE14. Infant Loss and Grief - with Chris and Julie Reuschel (Part 2)In the second of a two part interview we will continue our series on grief and loss by talking about the dynamics of infant loss. 1 in 4 families experience infant loss and it is a complicated, challenging, and heart breaking reality.
Continuing with us on the podcast are Chris and Julie Reuschel. Chris and Julie have a personal story and journey through infant loss and are also the founders of Faith45 - an organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing support for families going through pregnancy or infant loss.
Learn more about Faith452023-12-1333 minChaplaincy On The GoE13. Infant Loss and Grief - with Chris and Julie ReuschelIn the first of a two part interview we will continue our series on grief and loss by talking about the dynamics of infant loss. 1 in 4 families experience infant loss and it is a complicated, challenging, and heart breaking reality.
Joining us on the podcast are Chris and Julie Reuschel. Chris and Julie have a personal story and journey through infant loss and are also the founders of Faith45 - an organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing support for families going through pregnancy or infant loss.
Learn more about Faith452023-12-0631 minChaplaincy On The GoE12. Grief and Loss - With Deb Brink (Part 2)In this episode we will continue to explore the universal and unique realities of grief and loss. Deb helps us to think through how to journey with others as they experience grief and loss.
Learn More About Deb2023-12-0527 minChaplaincy On The GoE11. Grief and Loss - With Deb Brink (Part 1)In this episode we will explore the universal and unique realities of grief and loss. All of us experience both at some point in our lives and therapist Deb Brink will help us understand both grief and loss through her years of experience.
Learn More About Deb2023-11-2235 minChaplaincy On The GoE10. The Thing Beneath The Thing (Part 4)In this episode we talk with Ross Breuker - a good friend, father, and husband - about his learnings from "The Thing Beneath The Thing" and the need for a community of Redwoods to grow with.
Get The Book2023-11-1531 minChaplaincy On The GoE9. The Thing Beneath The Thing - With Steve Carter (Part 3)In the last of a three part series Steve Carter (pastor, speaker, and author) joins us to share about his latest book: The Thing Beneath the Thing.
In this episode we explore a deeper conversation on grace and also the significance of community as we journey through "the things" in our lives and stories.
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Get The Book2023-11-0820 minChaplaincy On The GoE8. The Thing Beneath The Thing - With Steve Carter (Part 2)In the second of a three part series Steve Carter (pastor, speaker, and author) joins us to share about his latest book: The Thing Beneath the Thing.
In this episode we unpack insecurities and narratives that drive our behavior. We also talk through the importance of grace in our lives.
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2023-11-0126 minChaplaincy On The GoE7. The Thing Beneath The Thing - With Steve Carter (Part 1)In the first of a three part series Steve Carter (pastor, speaker, and author) joins us to share about his latest book: The Thing Beneath the Thing.
In this episode Steve shares the heart behind the book and how our triggers can lead to places where we hide - and how that can get us into trouble in our lives.
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Get The Book2023-10-2530 minChaplaincy On The GoE6. Stress: Stress and Technology - With Dave McGovernIn this episode we will explore the impact of digital technology and digital and social media on our stress levels. Joining us again is Dave McGovern, a counselor in the West Michigan area.
In this episode we reference some key research by:
Shelly Turkle
Cal Newport
2023-10-1636 minChaplaincy On The GoE5.Stress: Stress and The Story We Tell Ourselves - With Dave McGovernIn this episode we hear from licensed therapist - Dave McGovern on how we can better understand the impact of the story we tell ourselves and the stress we experience.
Our guest on the podcast is Dave McGovern - a counselor in the West Michigan area. Dave works as a counselor for "Winning at Home" a wellness agency dedicated to helping families flourish.2023-10-1026 minChaplaincy On The GoE4.Stress: The Symptoms of StressIn this episode we talk about different symptoms of stress and how it impacts us mentally, emotionally, and physically.2023-10-1025 minChaplaincy On The GoE3.Stress: The Good, The Bad, and The Toxic (Part 3)In this episode we will explore the next element of stress - toxic stress - also known as trauma. Many of us encounter events that can register as toxic stress and there are ways to navigate it and heal from it.
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Chaplaincy On The GoE1.Stress: The Good, The Bad, and The Toxic (Part 1)In this first episode of the "Chaplaincy On The Go" podcast. Josh Zoerhof, pastor and therapist, unpacks the different types of stress that we all face in our daily lives. Specifically, we look that the first type of stress - good stress - and how we all need it to function, live, and even thrive in our lives.
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