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Oxygen for Educators™Heather JunkerSUMMARY In this episode of Oxygen for Educators, we sit down with Heather Junker to talk about what it really means to be a lifelong learner in education. Heather has spent years helping schools grow, but she's the first to admit that none of us ever have it all figured out, and that's okay. The conversation touches on everything from the wild ride of technology in classrooms to the ups and downs of educator morale. Heather shares how important it is for teachers and leaders to feed their own learning, not just pour into students...
2025-08-291h 10
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 53: Letting Go, Holding On: Releasing Young Adults with Purpose and PeaceIn this heartfelt episode of The Marriage Architects, hosts Heather and Marc explore one of the most tender transitions in family life, releasing your young adult children into God’s hands.
With over 20 years of counseling experience and a foundation rooted in biblical wisdom, they open up about the emotional, spiritual, and relational shifts that come with this season.
Anchored in Ecclesiastes 3 “There is a time for everything...” Marc and Heather share personal stories, practical tools, and biblical encouragement for parents navigating this new chapter. From learning how to let go without stepping away, to priori...
2025-07-1930 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 52: Finding Hope in Devastation: Addressing the Texas FloodsWhen disaster strikes, it doesn't just destroy homes, it can shake the very foundation of marriages and families. In this heartfelt episode, hosts Marc and Heather offer biblical comfort and practical guidance for couples navigating devastating loss from the Texas floods.
Discover how to anchor your marriage in God's promises when everything feels uncertain, practical ways to support each other through trauma, and how your community can bring healing to hurting families. Whether you're directly affected or wanting to help others, this episode provides hope-filled wisdom for building resilience in your relationship during life's darkest storms.
2025-07-0921 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 51: Home Depot ~ Ground Zero for The Marriage ArchitectsSome couples are struggling.
Others are doing just fine.
But what if God has so much more for your marriage?
In Episode 51 of The Marriage Architects, Marc & Heather share how saying yes to God transformed their own callings and purpose to launch a global mission to restore and strengthen marriages everywhere ~ ALL from a Home Depot parking lot!
With over two decades of biblically grounded, trauma-informed experience, they offer more than just tools for crisis. They cast a greater vision for your marriage ~ a mission and purpose rooted in Christ!
2025-07-0432 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEPISODE 50! Fifty Episodes in Building God's Vision for Marriages!🎉 We've hit 50 episodes ~ and we're just getting started! We can hardly believe it but here we are, celebrating a powerful milestone on The Marriage Architects podcast! Join Marc and Heather for a joyful and faith-filled conversation as we reflect on where we’ve been, what God is doing right now, and the God-sized dreams stirring in our hearts for the future. From humble beginnings to a global vision, this episode is all about restoring, reviving, and building strong marriages not just for today, but for generations to come. We’re standing on the unshakable truth of Matt...
2025-06-2738 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 49: Ministry, Marriage & Motherhood: 3 Generations of WisdomIn this special episode of The Marriage Architects, we’re pulling up a bigger table and welcoming three generations of voices and wisdom!
Join Marc and Liz, Heather, her daughter Pastor Annaleah, and baby Sadie Jo (16 months and full of personality!) for a joyful and honest conversation about how having a baby changes a marriage, bringing both new challenges and a deeper connection.
Annaleah and her husband Greg are navigating this beautiful season while serving in full-time ministry, and the stories start flying as Marc and Liz chime in with memories from their early days of...
2025-06-2150 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 48: From Babies to Breakthroughs, Navigating the Early Years of ParentingIn this dynamic and deeply personal episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Liz sit down together to share how their marriage evolved with the arrival of each of their four children. From the delivery room to emergency room drama, they open up about the surprising ways the early parenting years shaped their relationship, especially after baby number three, when conflict, stress, and differing opinions began to challenge their unity.
With both vulnerability and humor, Marc and Liz recount the wild ride of early parenthood. The unexpected delivery room surprises to God’s unexpected grace. They testify ho...
2025-06-1436 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 47: Navigating Love, Marriage, Baby Carriages & MiscarriagesIn this heartfelt episode of The Marriage Architects, we start with a lighthearted look at the familiar journey of love, marriage, and the joys (and chaos!) of baby carriages. But this conversation takes a tender turn when Marc shares the deeply personal story of the two miscarriages he and Liz walked through together. Moments that tested their faith, their marriage, and their hope.
We hold space for the couples who have experienced this silent grief and remind you that you're not alone.
Together, we reflect on the powerful truth found in Psalm 127:1 “Unless the Lord bu...
2025-06-0637 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 46: The Marriage Architects Summer Series Starts NOW!Whether you’re newly married or walking in your “’til death do us part” season, THIS summer is for YOU. Join Marc & Heather as they launch our brand-new summer series with an episode all about leaving a legacy of faith, love, and purpose in every season of marriage. God has given us a powerful blueprint in Deuteronomy 6:1-9, known as The Shema — a calling to walk, talk, and live out His blessing for generations to come. Let’s build a marriage that echoes through eternity. Listen now + hear about the incredible guests we have lined u...
2025-05-3031 min
Wellness For Real at Any AgeSneaky Energy Drainers Are Sabotaging Your Goals & What You Can Do About ItEver feel exhausted before the day even starts? Like no matter how much sleep you get, you’re still drained? The truth is, your energy isn’t just about sleep or food, it’s also about the hidden things that are zapping your mental, emotional, and even physical energy without you realizing it.In this episode, I’m breaking down three of the biggest sneaky energy drainers that might be keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and unmotivated. I’ll talk about:-How decision fatigue is wearing you out and simple ways to fix it...
2025-05-2617 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 45: From Pride to Partnership, A Marriage Transformed by Faith with Chris & DawnThis episode delves into the profound journey of a couple who overcame personal and marital challenges through faith and commitment.
The husband vulnerably shares how God softened his prideful, performance-driven heart and reshaped him into a loving, servant-hearted partner. Meanwhile, his wife opens up about her transformation from insecurity and silence to discovering her God-given voice and confidence within their marriage.
Through the support of a Spirit-filled church, intentional retreats, and their unwavering commitment to one another, this couple learned to build their relationship on the solid foundation of God’s truth. Their journey is a...
2025-05-2345 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 44: Marriage Story of 50+ Years of Love, Rock-n-Roll, and Relentless Faith with Dave & PatIn this unforgettable Marriage Story, Marc and Heather sit down with Dave and Pat, a couple who’ve shared over 50 years of marriage, 6 children, and a lifelong pursuit of truth, love, laughter, loss, and each other. Dave came from the wild world of rock-n-roll, while Pat was on a spiritual search—exploring everything from Buddhism to Mormonism to Hinduism—longing to answer the deepest questions of her heart.
Nothing brought the peace they both craved until, after they married, they each encountered Jesus in a way that changed everything.
With humor, honesty, and profound insight, Dave a...
2025-05-1724 minWellness For Real at Any AgeFrom Dieting To Thriving: How To Have A Healthy Relationship With Food For LifeSick of starting over with diets that leave you feeling worse? In this episode, Heather Heynen breaks down why traditional dieting fails us — and how you can create a healthy, joyful relationship with food that lasts for life. Learn real strategies to ditch food guilt, reconnect to your body’s signals, handle emotional eating, and build self-trust with every bite. This episode will inspire you to stop surviving on willpower and start thriving with real nourishment and compassion.My Website: https://www.heatherheynen.comFollow me:IG: @heyn...
2025-05-1226 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 43: Marriage Story – From Darkness to Redemption with Pastor Bobby and JosieIn this powerful Marriage Story episode, Marc and Heather sit down with Pastor Bobby and Josie, a couple whose journey is a remarkable testimony of God's radical redemption. Their story began in high school, but it took many unexpected turns before they would discover lasting hope and full time ministry! After dropping out of school and walking through the pain of his parents’ divorce, Bobby spiraled into addiction, battling alcohol and drug use. Meanwhile, he and Josie were trying to build a life together, raising two children, while carrying the weight of their brokenness. But ev...
2025-05-101h 01
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 42: Unlocking Your Personality for Greater ConnectionIn Part 2 of this powerful series, Marc and Heather continue the conversation on self-awareness by diving into the impact of personality in marriage. Understanding your own personality and your spouse’s can transform your relationship by eliminating needless conflict, deepening communication, and fostering true intimacy.
With their unique blend of clinical insight, relational wisdom, and biblical truth, Marc and Heather help couples move beyond frustration and misunderstanding into a place of empathy and connection. They share practical ways to embrace differences, work with each other's God-designed wiring, and use personality awareness as a tool for building unity an...
2025-05-0334 minWellness For Real at Any AgeWhy Explosive Training Matters as We Age & How To Do It: Fast-Twitch Muscle, Performance & LongevityIn this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked—and most powerful—types of training for anyone who want to perform well and stay strong as they age: explosive, fast-twitch muscle training.We’ll break down:What fast-twitch muscle fibers are and how they functionWhy we lose them faster as we age—and what that means for performanceThe direct link between power training, athleticism, fall prevention, and metabolismPractical, safe strategies to train explosiveness in your 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyondSpecific protocols for climbing, biking, and strength workHow to start incorporating...
2025-04-2824 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 41: Unlocking Greater Connection Through Self-Awareness (Part 1)In this powerful two-part series, Marc and Heather dive deep into how greater connection and intimacy in marriage starts with self-awareness. Drawing from their extensive clinical, relational, and leadership expertise, Marc and Heather share real stories of how simple shifts in self-awareness have led couples to deeper support, richer connection, and lasting transformation. They encourage every listener to recognize and grow in their God-given strengths—and to surrender their weaknesses to Jesus for redemption and restoration. In Part 1, they explore how your Nature, Nurture, and Choices shape hidden patterns that either strengthen or strain your relationship.
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2025-04-2549 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 40: Resurrected Love: Easter Hope for Your Marriage!This Easter weekend, Marc and Heather dive into a powerful and hope-filled conversation about the resurrection power available to every marriage, whether it needs a little remodeling or a complete restoration. Just like the 1950s Denver home that Marc and his wife Liz spent the past year gutting and beautifully remodeling, your marriage can be made new through the redeeming love of Jesus. From outdated foundations to broken walls, nothing is beyond repair when it comes to the transforming work of the Cross. Easter reminds us that Jesus didn’t just come to make things better, He ca...
2025-04-1828 minWellness For Real at Any AgeHow Your Self-Narrative Sabotages Your Goals and What To Do About ItHave you ever tried to change a habit or make a shift in your life, only to find that the change didn’t stick? In this episode, we explore the powerful role our inner stories play in shaping our behaviors and habits.We often focus on actions—meal plans, workouts, routines—but if the story we’re telling ourselves about who we are doesn’t align with the changes we’re trying to make, those changes won’t last.True transformation begins with rewriting the stories we’ve believed about ourselves.Join us as we dive into:Wh...
2025-04-1412 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 39: Hope Rides In: Palm Sunday & the Power for Your Marriage!This Palm Sunday weekend, Marc and Heather draw a powerful parallel between Jesus’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the journey of marriage. Just as Christ entered the city humbly on a donkey, hailed as the King of Kings and the Hope of the World, we enter marriage with high hopes and great expectations. But the road ahead—like Holy Week—is often filled with unexpected challenges, heartbreaks, and seasons of struggle. In this episode, Marc and Heather get real about the highs and lows of marriage, and how every couple needs the resurrection power that only God’s...
2025-04-1225 minWellness For Real at Any AgeEscaping the Productivity Trap—Why Doing Less Can Lead to More SuccessWe live in a culture that glorifies busyness—where overworking is seen as a badge of honor and productivity is often mistaken for endless hustle. But what if doingmore is actually making youless effective, more exhausted, and further from your goals?In this episode, we’re breaking downthe productivity trap—why constantly chasing efficiency can backfire and how strategic rest, focused effort, and learning to say no can actually help you accomplish more with less stress. You’ll learn:The difference betweenbeing busy andbeing productive (and why we often confuse the two).Why overworking canhurt your progress...
2025-04-0716 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 38: Sweet Benefits of Applying Wisdom to Your MarriageWhat happens when you seek, ask for, and apply God’s wisdom in your marriage? The result is growth, stability, and the beautiful fruit of the Spirit in your relationship! In this final episode of our wisdom series on The Marriage Architects, Marc and Heather dive into the real benefits of walking in wisdom together—through every season of life.
Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.”
Psalm 81:16 – “But you would be fed with the finest of wheat; with honey from the rock I would satisfy you.”...
2025-04-0520 minWellness For Real at Any AgeThe Paradox of Control—Letting Go to Gain More StabilityHave you ever noticed that the harder you try to control something, the more chaotic it becomes? Whether it’s food, relationships, emotions, or life plans, rigid control often leads to frustration, anxiety, and even the very outcomes we were trying to avoid.In this episode, we’re unpackingthe paradox of control—why gripping too tightly actually creates instability and how letting go can bring more peace, resilience, and even better results. You’ll learn:Why our brains crave control (and why it often backfires).How perfectionism, all-or-nothing thinking, and fear of uncertainty keep us stuck.The shif...
2025-03-3116 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 37: Wisdom for Your Marriage that Unlocks PURPOSEWisdom Gives Purpose to Your Marriage
A marriage without purpose can feel like two people just going through the motions. But when God’s wisdom is the foundation of your relationship, it gives purpose, direction, and strength to your marriage. In this episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Heather explore how wisdom fuels purpose and helps couples build a relationship that reflects God’s plan in every season and stage of life. Proverbs 19:21 – Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.
Three Key Takeaw...
2025-03-2925 minWellness For Real at Any AgeHow to Navigate Eating Out and Still Stick to Your GoalsEating out doesn’t have to derail your healthy eating goals! In this episode, I’m breaking down practical, no-stress strategies to help you navigate restaurant menus, make smart choices, and enjoy your meals—without guilt or restriction.You’ll learn:✔️ How to spot hidden calories and make simple swaps✔️ The best way to balance protein, fiber, and indulgences✔️ Easy tricks for handling social situations and peer pressure✔️ What to do if you overeat (without the shame spiral!)Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, celebrating with friends, or just don’t feel like cooking, these tips will help you sta...
2025-03-2416 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 36: Anchored in Wisdom ~ Seeing God's VISION for Your MarriageWhat if the key to a thriving marriage isn’t just love, but God’s wisdom guiding your vision? In this episode of The Marriage Architects, Marc and Heather unpack how seeking God’s wisdom gives us the right perspective on our relationships. When we anchor our marriage in His truth, He ignites our dreams, opens our vision, and secures our purpose in His plan. This is an exciting and hope-filled perspective! It’s so simple—but we often make it complicated. The world makes it easy to get distracted, disconnected, and off track. But when we focus on t...
2025-03-2131 minWellness For Real at Any AgeProtein & Fiber & Label Reading: Your Keys to Quicker Weight Loss & Health & How To Do ItIf you’ve ever felt constantly hungry, struggled with cravings, or found weight loss frustrating, today’s episode is for you! Protein and fiber are two of the most powerful tools for staying full, reducing cravings, and making weight loss easier—but how do you actually find the right foods?In this episode, I’ll break down:✔️ Why protein and fiber are essential for weight loss (backed by science!)✔️ How to quickly identify high-protein foods using a simple formula✔️ A step-by-step guide to reading nutrition labels so you can make smart choices fast✔️ My go-to high-protein, high-fiber foods that make healthy...
2025-03-1725 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 35: Don't Dream Dumb ~ GET God's Wisdom for your MarriageIt's exciting to have dreams for your marriage ~ but are they inspired by the wisdom of God? Too often couples dream without seeking wisdom, leading to distraction, disconnection, and derailment in their relationship. In this episode, we dive into Proverbs 4 and unpack why wisdom is essential for shaping God-honoring dreams for your marriage.
Ask yourself:
Are you actively seeking wisdom for your marriage?
Do you and your spouse have a dream for your marriage?
Is your dream shaped by the wisdom and vision found in Proverbs 4?
God’s wisdom isn’t just an option—it’s a neces...
2025-03-1629 minWellness For Real at Any AgeQuicker Weight Loss: How to Track Calories to Find Your Baseline (and Why It Matters)Ever feel like you’re eating “right” but not losing weight? The truth is, most of us massively underestimate how much we eat—and that’s where tracking comes in. In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple, two-week method to find your personal calorie baseline so you can finally understand what your body actually needs.I’ll break down:✔️ The science behind calorie tracking and why research shows it works for weight loss✔️ Why online calorie calculators can be wildly inaccurate (and what to do instead)✔️ Step-by-step instructions for tracking without obsession✔️ How hormones like cortisol, thyroid functio...
2025-03-1021 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 34: The BIG ASK ~ Wisdom for a Stronger MarriageAre you seeking godly wisdom to deepen and strengthen your Christian marriage?
Well, you're not alone! It's the "Big Ask" of Solomon and God blessed him abundantly!
Today's podcast shares how to apply biblical insights, practical tools, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse grow closer to each other and to God. Join Marc and Heather as they unpack timeless wisdom from Scripture, share powerful testimonies, and offer actionable steps to cultivate a marriage that reflects Christ’s love.
Whether you’re newlyweds or have been together for decades, join us as w...
2025-03-0828 minWellness For Real at Any AgeNo-Prep, No-Cook Healthy Eating: The Easiest Way to Eat Healthy & Lose Weight Without CookingThink meal prep has to be time-consuming and complicated? Think again! In this episode, I’m sharing my No-Prep, No-Cook method—an effortless way to eat healthy without spending hours in the kitchen. You’ll learn exactly what to buy, how to put meals together in minutes, and simple strategies to make healthy eating practically automatic. Whether you’re short on time, don’t like cooking, or just want an easier way to stay on track, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you succeed.Listen now to start eating healthy with zero stress!
2025-03-0317 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 33: Is Your Marriage on a Solid Rock or Sinking Sand? Is your marriage foundation built on sinking sand or a solid rock? Maybe you've been through a storm and just need to get reconnected again?
In this episode, Marc and Heather dive into the two types of marriages—one that feels unstable, disconnected, and exhausting, and another that stands firm on biblical principles through all kinds of changes that we all experience.
If you feel distant, divided, or stuck, you’re not alone. Maybe you once had the “perfect” marriage, but now you’re wondering, What happened? The good news is, you don’t have to stay there...
2025-02-2822 minWellness For Real at Any AgeThe Science of Self-Compassion—How to Be Kind Without ‘Letting Yourself Off the Hook’Does being kind to yourself mean you’re letting yourself off the hook? Many of us believe that self-criticism is the key to discipline and success—but what if that’s actually holding you back? In this episode, we’re diving into thescience of self-compassion and how it can make youmore motivated, resilient, and consistent—not less.You’ll learn:Why self-criticism activates the brain’s threat system and leads to self-sabotage.The three essential components of self-compassion (and what itisn’t).How self-compassion actually fuels growth and accountability.Practical strategies to rewire your self-talk and build motivation...
2025-02-2415 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 32: Marriage Story with Dave & ConnieBreaking Generational Cycles –
A Marriage Restored & Legacy Redeemed In this raw and unedited conversation, step into the middle of a heartbreaking discussion about the affects of divorce—only to witness the incredible power of God at work. Through deep struggles, laughter, and sheer desperation, they choose to fight for their marriage, breaking generational cycles of divorce.
Marc also shares about his parents divorce and gives another perspective with valuable insights. Their testimony will encourage you, reminding you that no marriage is beyond God’s healing. Be inspired by their journey of redemption—for themselves, their six chil...
2025-02-2152 minWellness For Real at Any AgeBreaking the Shame Cycle: A Guide to Self-ForgivenessDo you feel stuck in the weight of shame, unable to move forward? In this episode of Weight Loss and Wellness for Real, we explore the shame cycle—how it keeps you trapped in unhealthy patterns—and how self-forgiveness can help you break free.
You’ll discover:
How the shame cycle works and why it feels so hard to escape.
Why self-forgiveness is a powerful tool for growth and healing.
Practical strategies like journaling prompts, self-talk techniques, and forgiveness rituals to help you move forward.
If you’re ready to release the shame that’s been holdi...
2025-02-1722 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageTMA Podcast 31: VALENTINE CLEAN UP...How Are You Doing?After Valentine’s Day: Taking Love Beyond a Holiday and Including Vision and Purpose for Your Relationship
The chocolates are eaten, the flowers are fading—but how’s your relationship after Valentine’s Day? Love isn’t just about one special day; it’s about the commitment to grow deeper every day. In this episode, we’ll look at the powerful conversation between Jesus and Peter in John 21, where Jesus calls Peter to a greater understanding of love.
Just as the Lord desires to take our relationship with Him deeper, He also wants to strengthen and deepen the...
2025-02-1626 minWellness For Real at Any AgeUnlocking Your Hidden Power: Embracing Your ShadowThis episode explores the hidden aspects of ourselves—the traits and emotions we often suppress or reject—and how embracing them can lead to greater self-awareness, authenticity, and growth. By learning to approach these parts with compassion, we can transform them from sources of shame or fear into strengths that enhance our lives.
With clear strategies and real-life examples, this episode provides guidance for understanding, accepting, and integrating the parts of ourselves we’ve kept in the shadows. It’s an opportunity to break free from self-sabotage, build deeper self-love, and unlock untapped potential on the path to whole...
2025-02-1023 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageTMA Podcast 30: VALENTINE'S All About Love and Bloopers!Valentine’s Day: Love, Laughter & What Really Matters Valentine’s Day is here, and if you’ve ever felt the pressure to make it perfect—this episode is for you! Join us for some much-needed laughter as we share Marc’s hilarious failed attempts at romance (trust us, you’ll relate!). Let’s take the pressure off and get back to the basics of what love truly is and what it can be for your marriage. Love isn’t just grand gestures or picture-perfect moments for social media—it’s found in the daily choices to serve, forgive, a...
2025-02-0929 minWellness For Real at Any AgeMotivation: Why Waiting For It Is Holding You Back and What To Do InsteadIn this episode, we tackle the common misconception that motivation is something that simply "happens" when we need it most. Instead of waiting for motivation to strike, learn how to create consistent action, even on the days when you don't feel motivated. I’ll share practical strategies to help you build momentum, stay on track, and make progress toward your goals without relying on motivation. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start moving, this episode is for you!
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2025-02-0318 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 29: Oh No!?! What I wish I would have known about Love and other February topics...We're Kicking Off "Love Month" with Honest, Hopeful & Thriving Conversations about Relationships It’s February—The LOVE Month! And what better way to start than with an honest, humorous, and hope-filled conversation about what it really takes to make your marriage thrive? In today’s episode, we’re diving into what we really wish we would have known early in our own marriages! All the joys and the challenges of keeping love alive can feel like a roller-coaster but God has a plan! Whether your relationship is flourishing or in need of repair, we’re here to re...
2025-02-0233 minWellness For Real at Any AgeUncovering Hidden Self-Sabotage PatternsIn this episode of Weight Loss and Wellness for Real, we’re uncovering the hidden sabotage patterns that may be silently holding you back from achieving your wellness goals. Self-sabotage often shows up in subtle ways, from perfectionism to negative self-talk, and can derail even the best-laid plans.
Take a listen as we explore the most common self-sabotaging behaviors and how they keep us stuck. More importantly, I’ll share actionable steps you can start using today to recognize and break these patterns. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re working against yourself, this episode will giv...
2025-01-2719 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 28: Building Your Marriage Goals for 2025Building Your Marriage Goals for 2025: Anchored on the Rock As we step into 2025, it’s time to pause, reflect, and check in on the goals and vision you have for your marriage this year. In this episode, we’ll encourage you to set intentional goals that align with God’s purpose for your relationship. We'll discuss the importance of staying connected with the Lord, His Word, and each other, allowing Him to reveal areas where He wants you to grow together. Matthew 7:24 is our anchored verse —building your house on the solid rock of Jesus Christ...
2025-01-2516 minWellness For Real at Any AgeMind Over Cravings: Tools For Navigating Emotional Eating, Over Eating, and Binge EatingDo your cravings feel like they’re in the driver’s seat? In this episode, we’re tackling emotional eating head-on. Cravings aren’t just about food—they’re messengers, signaling what your body or emotions truly need. Together, we’ll explore why cravings show up, what they mean, and how to navigate them with compassion and curiosity.
You’ll learn practical strategies to pause, decode your cravings, and build a toolbox of non-food comforts. Whether you’re stressed, sad, or just searching for something more, this episode will empower you to face those cravings without guilt or shame. Tune in...
2025-01-2022 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 27: Marc & Liz Share About Leading the Couples Retreat in Costa RicaWelcome to the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast! We’re thrilled to share about the incredible time Marc and Liz had in Costa Rica, leading a marriage retreat for pastors and missionary leaders from Central and South America.
It was an unforgettable experience working with a translator to bridge languages and hearts with humor and some tears. Mostly, we’re excited to announce that The Marriage Architects is now bilingual! In this episode, you’ll hear inspiring testimonies from this life-changing retreat and how God is strengthening marriages across borders. As John 14:12 reminds us, “Very truly I t...
2025-01-1955 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 26 SPECIAL FOCUS ~ CA Fires, We Are With You!Welcome to the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, where we explore God’s plan for restoration and growth in your marriage. Today, we’re focusing on the stress that natural disasters, like the recent fires in California or hurricanes on the east coast can place on your relationships.
Whether you’re in the thick of it or feeling the ripple effects, these trying times reveal cracks but also provide opportunities to rebuild stronger together. God can use these challenges to deepen trust, foster unity, and remind us of the firm foundation we have in Him.
As Jes...
2025-01-1734 minWellness For Real at Any AgeThe Philosophy of Winter: Embracing Rest, Reflection, and Renewal For Future GrowthWinter isn’t just a season—it’s a state of being. In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning of winter and how its stillness can teach us to rest, reflect, and prepare for growth. Whether you’re navigating the literal cold or experiencing an emotional “winter” in your life, this conversation will help you reframe the season and embrace its quiet wisdom.
Join me as we dive into practical strategies for slowing down, honoring your body and mind, and planting seeds for future growth—even when progress feels invisible. Winter is more than the cold; it’s the quiet...
2025-01-1321 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 25: Marriage Story ~ Tom & Jo Ann Part 2Enjoy Part 2 as Tom and Jo Ann share how their 63-year marriage is filled with purpose and vision. You will be inspired by their stories and words of wisdom that inspires all. They remind us to never underestimate the power of humor, humility, and curiosity in deepening our love for each other and for the Lord.
As we invite the Holy Spirit and God’s Word to come alive in our marriage, we can trust in His faithfulness to guide us through every season, stage or any storm that we endure. To God be the glory!
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2025-01-1222 minWellness For Real at Any AgeDecision Fatigue and Health Choices: How to Make Life EasierEver feel like you start the day with the best intentions, but by evening, you’re too drained to make healthy choices? That’s decision fatigue—and it’s not about lacking willpower. It’s about how our brains work.
In this episode, we explore how decision fatigue quietly sabotages your food, movement, and self-care choices. Learn why making decisions all day wears you out and how you can set yourself up for success by reducing decision overload.
I’ll share practical strategies that make healthy living easier—even on your most exhausting days. This episode will h...
2025-01-0616 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 24: Marriage Story ~ Tom & JoAnn Part 1HAPPY NEW YEAR and enjoy Part 1 of our first marriage story from deep in the heart of East Texas! Heather's in-laws, Tom & JoAnn Fields, have been married for 63 years and share how God has been their foundation of love, faith, and humor through any trial to leave a lasting legacy. Here, we believe that no matter how broken things may seem, you are not stuck. With God at the helm, healing is not only possible—it's promised! This is a time to listen, reflect, grow, and draw closer to your spouse and to God, guided by His Wo...
2025-01-0626 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 23: Relationship LIGHT into the Darkness for Every SeasonWelcome to the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, where we explore God’s blueprint for love and restoration in marriage. Christmas has passed, but the Light of Jesus doesn’t fade with the season—it’s meant to shine brighter in our hearts and homes! Today, we’ll discuss how to carry His hope and joy into the new year, keeping His presence alive in your marriage. As John 8:12 reminds us, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.' Let’s dive into practical ways to nurt...
2024-12-2925 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 22: MERRY CHRISTMAS! Emmanuel = God With Us and For Your MarriageMerry Christmas! In this special episode, we celebrate the joy and hope of Emmanuel, God With Us, this holiday season. We reflect on the truth that God is not only with us but also FOR our marriages, offering His strength and love every day of the year. Be encouraged that your marriage can thrive under His care and guidance. As Romans 8:31 reminds us, “If God is for us, who can be against us?”
2024-12-2223 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageSPECIAL PODCAST Part 2 ~ "Celebrity" or Not, Fight for Your MarriageIn this episode, we dive into the power of fighting for your marriage with courage and faith, uncovering and exposing the lies, sin, and darkness that seek to divide. By surrendering your relationship to God’s truth and grace, you can build a redeemed, joy-filled partnership that strengthens and uplifts each other. Together, you can create a legacy of love and faith that impacts generations. As Ephesians 5:11 reminds us: “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them."
2024-12-1732 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 21: Holiday Stress, Expectations, Meatballs, and TurkeysConnect With Us HERE The holidays are full of joy—and let’s be honest—stress! From tangled lights to unmet expectations, this season can stretch your patience and your marriage. Join us as we unpack the importance of grace, laughter, and realistic expectations with Philippians 4:6: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."* Because let’s face it—sometimes peace on earth starts with peace in your home!
2024-12-1517 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageSPECIAL PODCAST ~ Christian "Celebrity" Scandals Part 1Marc and Heather delve into the recent wave of challenges within the Christian celebrity community, reflecting on how these events mirror struggles in many families today. They remind listeners that no matter how turbulent the season, God’s heart is always for truth, love, and restoration. With His redeeming power, even the most broken situations can be healed. This passion for helping families experience renewal and hope is at the core of their calling within the body of Christ. As Scripture assures us, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” Psalm 147:3.
2024-12-1329 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 20: Surprise! Building a Joy-filled Holiday Blueprint Begins with a VisionConnect with us HERE Keep it simple! Crafting a vision for your marriage even during the holidays begins with a plan that fosters peace, love, and unity. Never assume it will 'just happen' but listen, learn, and laugh with Marc and Heather as they share how you can create the most memorable Christmas ever for you and your family.
2024-12-0820 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 19: Holiday Season Transitions ~ Dealing with LossConnect with us HERE Navigating grief during the holidays can feel overwhelming and cause relationship problems but God’s love provides comfort and hope even in the hardest seasons. In this episode, we’ll explore practical ways to honor your grief, strengthen your marriage, and find peace together through Jesus Christ. 'The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.' – Psalm 34:18
2024-12-0127 minWellness For Real at Any AgeEnjoy the Holidays Without Sabotaging Your Health GoalsThe holidays are here, and with them come endless celebrations, treats, and the occasional stress about weight gain. But what if you could enjoy the season without feeling like you’re compromising your health goals? In this episode, I’ll share practical strategies to navigate holiday eating—from behavioral tips like using extra holiday food to fuel strength training, to emotional tools for reframing your focus, to mental shifts that help you break free from guilt and all-or-nothing thinking.
You’ll also learn the power of creating a written plan for the holidays, so you can approach the seas...
2024-11-2516 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 18: Thanksgiving Holiday Tips Part 2Connect With Us HERE Welcome to Heal Your Christian Marriage! Today, we’re diving into a timely topic—Part 2 of navigating Thanksgiving as a couple while balancing the dynamics of family and friends. Holidays can be a season of joy, but they also bring challenges like juggling expectations, setting boundaries, and staying united as a team. Let’s explore how God’s Word, wisdom and grace can guide your marriage to thrive through this holiday season!
2024-11-2425 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 17: Thanksgiving Holiday Tips for You, Your Spouse, Family and Friends ~ Part 1Connect With Us HERE Welcome to Heal Your Christian Marriage! Today, we’re diving into a timely topic—Part 1 of navigating Thanksgiving as a couple while balancing the dynamics of family and friends. Holidays can be a season of joy, but they also bring challenges like juggling expectations, setting boundaries, and staying united as a team. Let’s explore how God’s Word, wisdom and grace can guide your marriage to thrive through this holiday season!
2024-11-1625 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 16: Preparations for the Fall 2024 Marriage Retreat!Connect With Us HERE Through biblical insights and practical tools, we remind you that feeling stuck doesn’t have to be permanent. God has the power to heal, restore, and strengthen your relationship. Join us in Denver as we prepare for our Marriage Retreat and share on this episode how grace, love, and faith can lead to lasting change for a healthy marriage.
2024-11-0921 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 15: God is the Refiner to Heal Any MarriageConnect With Us HERE Healing Christian Marriages: Embracing Conflict as a Path to Growth
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Marc from the Marriage Architects dive into the critical topic of conflict in marriage. They discuss how to use the challenges and difficulties in a relationship to make it stronger and more resilient. The episode emphasizes the importance of embracing conflict as a natural and beneficial part of marriage, explaining how it can refine and purify the relationship. Drawing on their research-based, trauma-informed approach and over two decades of experience, H...
2024-11-0318 min
Grief is the New Normal Podcast with Dr. Heather TaylorGrief is the New Normal Podcast: Episode #35 The Grief No One Talks About: The Disenfranchised Grief of Abortion with Christine Slomski, LPCNavigating Grief and Abortion with Compassion
In this episode of 'Grief is the New Normal,' Dr. Heather Taylor welcomes Christine Slomski, a licensed professional counselor and reproductive grief specialist. Together, they explore the complex and nuanced relationship between abortion and grief. Christine shares her professional and personal journey in this field, discussing the importance of recognizing and validating the multifaceted nature of reproductive loss. The episode emphasizes the need for safe, compassionate spaces for those grieving an abortion and offers practical advice for self-care and seeking support. Listeners are encouraged to remember that grief is deeply...
2024-10-2931 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 14: COMMUNICATION Tool: The Traffic SignalConnect With Us HERE Practical Tools for Building Strong Communication in Marriage
In today's episode, we delve into practical tools that can help strengthen communication in your marriage. We discuss the importance of effective communication and provide actionable steps you can take to start building stronger bonds with your spouse. Using the metaphor of a traffic light, we explore what behaviors to stop and start in order to foster better understanding and connection. Additionally, we emphasize the significance of self-awareness, humility, and forgiveness in improving your relationship. Stay tuned as we share valuable insights from our extensive e...
2024-10-2710 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 13: “Get Your Marriage Right” with Our Tool BeltConnect With Us HERE Building Strong Marriages: The Importance of Vision, Planning, and the Right Tools
In this episode,we delve into the significance of planning and vision in building both houses and strong marriages. Featuring a conversation between Marc and Heather, this discussion draws parallels between constructing a home and fostering a healthy relationship. The hosts share personal stories about the challenges they've faced, emphasize the importance of having the right tools (including faith and the Bible), and offer encouragement to couples at various stages of their marital journey. Listeners are invited to explore deeper insights a...
2024-10-2016 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 12: PURPOSE to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 2Connect With Us HERE Discovering Purpose in Your Marriage | Marriage Architects Podcast
In this episode of the Marriage Architects Podcast, hosts Mark and Heather dive deeper into the concept of purpose within marriage. Emphasizing the importance of living a purposeful life, they discuss practical steps and tools to help couples define and refine their purpose. Through scripture and prayer, listeners are encouraged to identify and establish clear absolutes and flexible goals in their relationships. The episode also highlights the significance of overcoming negative habits and fostering a strong, faith-driven connection. Inspirational quotes and personal anecdotes create a m...
2024-10-1322 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 11: PURPOSE to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 1Connect With Us HERE. Heal Your Christian Marriage: Discover God's Purpose and Overcome Struggles
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage Podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects guide couples in overcoming marital difficulties using a biblically grounded, trauma-informed approach. They emphasize the importance of aligning personal and marital plans with God's purpose, illustrated through scriptures like Jeremiah 29:11 and Ephesians 2. The episode delves into identifying and eliminating negative behaviors, embracing forgiveness, and cultivating a vision for a thriving marriage. Listeners are encouraged to address personal and spousal behaviors that hinder their divine purpose...
2024-10-0621 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 2: Our Beliefs, Experience & Passion to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 2Connect With Us HERE Building a Strong Christian Marriage: The Importance of a Firm Foundation
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects discuss the significance of establishing a solid foundation for your marriage based on biblical principles. Drawing on over two decades of experience, they integrate a faith-centered, trauma-informed approach with practical insights from their background in home remodeling. Through the analogy of wise and foolish builders from Matthew 7:24, they emphasize the necessity of purpose, intention, and effort in cultivating a lifelong, Christ-centered marriage. The episode encourages l...
2024-09-3018 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 6: EXPECTATIONS of Relentless Love Part 1Connect With Us HERE Healing Your Christian Marriage: Rebuilding, Strengthening, and Finding Hope
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects discuss how to blend faith, biblical principles, and a research-based, trauma-informed approach to rebuild struggling marriages. They highlight the importance of laughter, sharing expectations, and setting goals within a marriage. With personal anecdotes and professional experience, they share the relevance of aligning personal goals and finances in maintaining a healthy marriage. Heather and Mark also introduce their resource website, TheMarriageArchitects.co, offering further guidance and tools f...
2024-09-3023 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 9: VISIONeering to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 2Connect With Us HEREHealing and Strengthening Your Christian Marriage with Vision
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from the Marriage Architects explore the importance of vision in rebuilding and strengthening marriages. Biblically grounded and faith-centered, they share insights on how to navigate struggles, restore hope, and reignite purpose in relationships. Drawing parallels between vision in marriage and restoring homes, they emphasize the transformative power of God's wisdom and grace. They also discuss practical steps for cultivating a Christ-centered marriage and provide information on additional resources for those seeking deeper...
2024-09-3016 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 10: VISIONeering to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 3Connect With Us HERE. Rebuilding and Strengthening Your Christian Marriage: Seeking God's Vision
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects delve into the importance of having a clear, God-inspired vision for your marriage. They emphasize a biblically grounded, research-based, and trauma-informed approach to transforming relationships, sharing their experiences of helping countless marriages, including those of ministry leaders. Drawing on two decades of counseling experience, they discuss how writing down individual and collective visions can reveal God's purpose and align couples' dreams. Practical advice and personal stories...
2024-09-3019 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 4: DREAMS to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 1Connect With Us Here Reigniting Dreams: Vision and Purpose in Christian Marriage
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects discuss the critical importance of dreams and visions in sustaining and rejuvenating a Christ-centered marriage. They explore how dreams, whether remembered or forgotten, play a profound role in personal and relational growth. Heather and Mark share their research-based, trauma-informed approach to helping couples rediscover and realign with God's vision for their marriage. They also provide practical tools and starter questions to aid couples in reconnecting and fostering a...
2024-09-3022 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 3: Our Beliefs, Experience & Passion to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 3Connect With Us HERE God's Relentless Pursuit: Healing and Strengthening Your Christian Marriage
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Mark from The Marriage Architects explore the concept of God's relentless love and how it applies to marriage. They discuss their biblically grounded, trauma-informed approach to healing and strengthening marriages, emphasizing the importance of persistent, passionate pursuit modeled after God's love for His people. They share insights from scripture, personal experiences, and practical tools to help couples reignite passion, discover intimacy, and rebuild a Christ-centered marriage. The episode also highlights resources a...
2024-09-3013 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 5: DREAMS to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 2Connect With Us HERE Healing Your Christian Marriage: Overcoming Perfectionism and Embracing Growth
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, Heather and Mark from the Marriage Architects discuss the pitfalls of perfectionism in marriage and how it can hinder growth and joy in relationships. They emphasize the importance of embracing imperfection and continuous improvement, drawing on biblical wisdom and practical insights from their extensive experience in marriage counseling. The hosts explore how maintaining dreams, vision, purpose, and realistic expectations can strengthen marriages, especially in the face of everyday challenges and societal pressures. They also h...
2024-09-3020 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 8: VISIONeering to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 1Connect With Us HERE Cultivating a Christ-Centered Vision for Your Marriage
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather Fields and Marc Parker delve into the importance of vision in a marriage, which they term as 'visioneering.' Grounded in biblical principles and over two decades of experience, they discuss how to establish a lasting, Christ-centered vision for your marriage. They emphasize the significance of clearly communicating expectations, mutual goals, and the transformative power of God's guidance. The episode also highlights the couple's extensive counseling experience and resources available through their organization, The M...
2024-09-3022 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 7: Relentless Love Casts Out All Fear Part 2Connect With Us HERE Relentless Love in Christian Marriage: Overcoming Fear and Embracing God's Healing
In this episode of the 'Heal Your Christian Marriage Podcast,' hosts Heather and Marc from The Marriage Architects explore the concept of relentless love in the context of Christian marriage. Building on their decades of experience and biblically grounded, trauma-informed approach, they discuss the barriers fear creates in marital relationships and how to overcome them. They draw parallels between God's pursuit of us and how we should pursue our spouses, emphasizing the importance of moving past fear with purpose and letting Go...
2024-09-3019 min
Heal Your Christian MarriageEpisode 1 - Our Beliefs, Experience & Passion to Heal Your Christian Marriage Part 1Connect With Us HERE.Healing Your Christian Marriage: Foundations and Faith
In this episode of the Heal Your Christian Marriage podcast, hosts Heather and Marc from the Marriage Architects discuss the foundation of their faith-based approach to restoring marriages. They emphasize the importance of building a Christ-centered marriage rooted in biblical principles and addressing issues with a trauma-informed perspective. The hosts explore core beliefs, the significance of emotional acknowledgment, and how a strong relationship with God can transform a struggling marriage into one that thrives. They also touch on the challenges couples face and offer insights on...
2024-09-3015 min
Rebranding Mental HealthInclusion Junction - with Special Guest Heather Bennett - Owner of We Rock the Spectrum Racine County, WisconsinIn this episode, Iman and Kurt welcome into the studio, Heather Bennett, the inspiring owner of We Rock the Spectrum Racine County. Together, we explore what true accessibility and inclusion look like in today's world. Our guest, Heather, shares insights on the importance of designing systems that cater to all individuals, regardless of ability, and the challenges that arise when trying to make this a reality. We dive deep into the unique concept behind their gym, which is tailored specifically for the special needs community, providing a safe and empowering space for people to thrive. Through this conversation, w...
2024-09-0632 min
Wellness For Real at Any AgeMatt Dolan: Strength Training, Nutrition and MindsetMatt Dolan is owner and seasoned trainer along with his wife Stephanie Eggink at Forged Strength Gym. We sit down to discuss strength training as we age, optimizing nutrition and also mindset. Take a listen to learn how to begin a strength training program and how to keep a routine going. Get inspired to live out your years functioning optimally and living your best life!
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2024-04-1559 min
Renegade Health Boss: Healing Uncovered: Chronic Illness, Lyme, Mold, Mental Health & Biohacking for Holistic WellnessHealing Through Intuition with Katie Beecher and Heather Gray FDN-PIn Episode 101, Heather Gray FDN-P andguest Katie Beecher dive into the world of holistic health and intuition.Discover Katie's unique journey as a medical intuitive and explore the power ofintuition in healing. Gain insights into alternative healing methods and learnhow to tap into your own intuitive abilities for optimal wellness. 02:18 - Katie Beecher shares herjourney of becoming a medical intuitive, describing her intuitive abilitiesfrom childhood and her experience overcoming an eating disorder.05:01- Discuss the resistance somepeople have towards acknowledging the deeper emotional and spiritual aspects oftheir health issues.07:13...
2024-04-1027 minWellness For Real at Any AgeCircadian Rhythm Strategies For More Energy, Lessened Depressive Symptoms (S.A.D.) & Weight LossThe winter season can find many of us in a bit (or a lot) of a lower mood, lower energy, and more negative thinking patterns. Some of us are even affected by SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder where we experience depressive symptoms. By focusing on optimizing our circadian rhythm we can decrease symptoms of SAD, increase our mood and energy and even drop a few pounds. Take a listen to learn how.
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2024-02-1227 minWellness For Real at Any AgeProcessing Emotions: How To Do It For Weight Loss, Better Health, Better Relationships & More Peace In LifeWHY do we want to learn how to process our feelings and HOW do we process our feelings? I'm sure you've heard the buzz words thrown around in the mental and emotional health world that you need to process your feelings. And yes, we do. But we never teach anyone HOW to actually process our feelings. So in this episode we are going to dive deep into the WHY we want to process our feelings (the incredible benefit to our lives and bodies) as well as HOW to process our feelings.
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2024-02-0529 min
Mind Meets Body & SoulAccessing Body Neutrality: Eating Disorder Recovery with Alexandra Pool, LPCWhy do we have a tendency to feel so negatively about our bodies, especially when it’s the one place that we have to live?
How can we foster a better relationship with our body? And what is the connection between our mind, body, and soul, when it comes to Eating Disorder Recovery?
Welcome to Episode 40! This week, Heather and Devon welcome special guest, Alexandra Pool, LPC to Mind Meets Body & Soul. Alexandra Pool, LPC, is a therapist at The Therapy Group (TTG). Alex works with clients in person in TTG’s Philadelphia and West Ches...
2024-01-3037 min
Wellness For Real at Any AgeBethany McKenzie: Writer & Producer of The Diabetes Solution (and so much more!)Bethany McKenzie sits down to talk with me about her work as a mom on a mission to tell the story of how she manages her son’s Type 1 Diabetes through diet and lifestyle, in spite of resistance from the current standard of care. We discuss the problems with the current standard of care, how diet and lifestyle can change so much in our lives (including illness), the importance of protein & how she changed her family’s diet in one fell swoop. You will leave this conversation feeling inspired to make the changes you’ve been contemplating making. Bethany McKenzie:
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2024-01-2953 minWellness For Real at Any AgeHow To Stop Overeating & Bingeing ASAPIt's safe to say that most individuals grappling with overeating or binge eating really want to put a stop to it immediately. This issue is undeniably challenging and carries detrimental consequences for your life, leaving you feeling dissatisfied and frustrated when you repeatedly engage in behavior you're determined to quit. How many times did I promise myself I would stop only to binge the next day or even the next hour. And I hear this all the time from my clients. Take a listen to learn the paradox of stopping overeating & bingeing as quickly as possible. https://heatherheynen.com
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2024-01-2215 minWellness For Real at Any AgeWhy Liking Yourself Leads to Weight Loss & How To Do ItThese days this idea of “love yourself” is all over the place but have you ever had someone really explain to you WHY you want to love yourself?! I mean it feels good, obviously, and as humans we like to feel good. But there’s more to it than that. In this episode I explain the link between liking or loving yourself and weight loss as well as how to do it. https://heatherheynen.com
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2024-01-1515 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 41: Claiming my peace and seeking world-wide adventure with Heather ProctorHeather currently calls Lisbon, Portugal her home. She is a Disabled Veteran and a single mom from New Jersey. Furthermore, she is the cofounder of Black in Portugal & the founder of The Lisboa Melanin Collective.
While living in Lisbon, she has created an entire thriving community for the people of the African diaspora, ranging from expats not only from America but from 20+ other countries, while bridging the gap within the local African diaspora.
Heather ascribes to the following from our forever FLOTUS, Michelle Obama, "Instead of letting your hardships and failures discourage or exhaust you, let them inspire you...
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SHARING OUT LOUDA PERSONAL bi-polar journey with Kate Eldean, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)Everyone needs to listen to this episode. Whether you are dealing with a bipolar diagnosis yourself, know someone who is, or know someone you suspect needs help, every human can benefit from listening to Kate's story. This is the first time EVER that Kate is sharing her 12-year journey with Bi-polar 1 disorder. It takes guts, FAITH, and generosity to "come out" with a mental illness but if we don't share our personal stories Kate and I both agree that we are doing a disservice to people in need. NO ONE IS PERFECT and even licensed...
2023-08-231h 01
Wilder WellnessSee You At the Summit with Heather RoseWhere western medicine meets the mountains. It is often difficult to quantify why and how the wilderness is therapeutic and healing in and of itself. Today we talk with Heather Rose, a deeply passionate wilderness facilitator who has spent the last 20 years finding a way to bridge the gap between wilderness therapy and the medical community in her pursuit in creating See You At the Summit - a program dedicated to teenagers in cancer treatment. With a team of medical providers, wilderness facilitators, therapists, military, researchers, and more, See You at the Summit is launching its second summer summiting...
2023-07-1252 min
It's Not About the Money: In Search of Grounded Fundraising8. LPC Elina Zentz and Lee Lester on "The Psychology of Fundraising" (Part 2 of 2)The fundraising season ushers in a certain level of disruption and increased stress. Our responses in this season can differ depending on a variety of things: prior experiences, our view of ourselves, our view of money, etc. Without the awareness and tools to navigate the unexpected dynamics of fundraising, unnecessary strain and even momentum paralysis can occur.On today’s episode, we dive in with two professional counselors: Elina Zentz, MA, NCC, LPC and Lee Lester, MA, NCC, LPCCResources mentioned in our discussion:*Know Yourself, Know Yo...
2023-06-1334 min
It's Not About the Money: In Search of Grounded Fundraising7. LPC Elina Zentz and Lee Lester on "The Psychology of Fundraising" (Part 1 of 2)The fundraising season ushers in a certain level of disruption and increased stress. Our responses in this season can differ depending on a variety of things: prior experiences, our view of ourselves, our view of money, etc. Without the awareness and tools to navigate the unexpected dynamics of fundraising, unnecessary strain and even momentum paralysis can occur.On today’s episode, we dive in with two professional counselors: Elina Zentz, MA, NCC, LPC and Lee Lester, MA, NCC, LPCCResources mentioned in our discussion:*Know Yourself, Know Yo...
2023-06-1337 min
Cracking Open with Molly CarrollHow To Heal Your Body by Healing Your Soul With Registered Dietitian Heather K. JonesHow many of you look at your legs and bellies, and curse them for their shapes and sizes?Do you feel shame about your body in any way, or restrict what you do or don't eat?Do you worry about eating dairy, gluten, sugar, or meat, and wonder if you should be on a vegan, vegetarian, or keto diet?If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. An estimated 45 million people go on diets yearly, and 33 billion dollars are spent on weight loss and wellness products....
2022-09-291h 05
Connect the Dots - Lead the WayS3E15: Book Review - How to keep house while drowning by KC Davis, LPCSend us a textAfter seeing so many people online recommend the book, “How to keep house while drowning” by KC Davis, LPC, I decided to pick it up and read it. I really enjoyed her approach to cleaning and organizing. I had a lot of things marked in the book to mention but did not get through them all. I definitely recommend picking up this book physically or e-book style. You can find KC Davis online at https://www.strugglecare.com. Laughter, Love, and Blessings,Heather...
2022-08-1559 minConnect the Dots - Lead the WayS3E15: Book Review - How to keep house while drowning by KC Davis, LPCSend us a textAfter seeing so many people online recommend the book, “How to keep house while drowning” by KC Davis, LPC, I decided to pick it up and read it. I really enjoyed her approach to cleaning and organizing. I had a lot of things marked in the book to mention but did not get through them all. I definitely recommend picking up this book physically or e-book style. You can find KC Davis online at https://www.strugglecare.com. Laughter, Love, and Blessings,Heather...
2022-08-1559 min
Supervision With A VisionNice To Meet You, Heather!Send us a textToday we are doing something a little different, we are letting you get to Heather, one of the cohosts of Supervision With A Vision. Heather is talking about becoming a counselor, places she loves, and her office. Heather and I would love to get to know you better. Drop us a line and tell us something about you. Please let us know what you think and leave us a review. Bryson, T., Siegel, D. (2012). The Whole Brain Child. Robinson.
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