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Building Yourself with Grace | Grace-Filled Mindset & Faith for Christian Moms11 | Trusting God in Your Spiritual Wilderness with Desiri Wightman: Navigating Special Needs Parenting and Marriage When Heaven Feels SilentHave you ever prayed for answers and felt… nothing?
In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Desi Wightman, a Christian mom whose journey through parenting a child with special needs — while walking her own spiritual wilderness — has taught her what it really means to trust God when Heaven feels silent.
Together we talk about:
✨ Finding faith when God seems far away
✨ Strengthening your marriage through trials
✨ Letting go of control and trusting God’s timing
✨ Parenting a special-needs child with grace and compassion
✨ Seeing the Savior’s hand even in quiet s...
2025-11-1150 min
Central Church Port KemblaThe Motherheart of GodBecca hosts Laura, Bekk and Kim as they share their thoughts and experiences with the motherheart of God. They share ways in which seeing God as mother has been healing, and also the ways they see God as beyond gender. This is a really authentic and honest discussion and highlights the ways each of us have an individual and unique relationship with the Divine.
2024-05-1551 min
MotherHeartEpisode 29 - The Importance of Motherhood and Living with JoyWe are back! And we welcome you back!! We all have missed getting together to have meaningful and joyful conversations where we share our voices and our hearts as women and as mothers. Join the MotherHeart as Jenessa guides our discussion about the importance of motherhood and finding joy in it. Motherhood is tough and often undervalued by those we love and serve, and even by us, the mothers. We talk through these thoughts and feelings and discuss how important and needed we are as mothers and how to enjoy the ride.
2023-03-0953 min
MannenBrein: De Podcast over Liefde#35: Dolores Höppener (Transformational healer): Van denken naar voelenAls je je mentaal niet goed voelt, werkt dat door op je lichaam, je relaties en je geluk. Veel mensen leven in hun hoofd. Ze zijn door de omstandigheden van hun leven uit contact geraakt met het diepe voelen. Waardoor ze zichzelf afsnijden van een hele hoop moois dat het menselijk bestaan te bieden heeft. Vandaag heb ik Dolores Mae Hoppener (Transformational Healer) uitgenodigd in de podcast, die als geen ander weet hoe het is om het pad van denken naar voelen af te leggen. Je krijgt...
2022-11-231h 02
MotherHeartEpisode 28 - The Power of PlayWe take a break from our very serious lives to talk about how letting go and just having fun can be healing and healthy!
2021-10-0814 minMotherHeartEpisode 27 – Seven Steps to Vibrant Living Book DiscussionJoin us for a delightful and inspiring discussion about the book 7 Steps to Vibrant Living with author Stacy Harmer!
2021-07-0658 min2021-06-1152 minMotherHeartEpisode 25 – The Assertiveness Guide for Women Book DiscussionWelcome back for our May 2021 MotherHeart Bookclub Discussion! This month we chose to read the book The Assertiveness Guide for Women by Julie DeAzevedo Hanks. Listen in as Annamaria, Jenessa, Kiley, Rachael, Sherilee and Tanya discuss what they learned about assertiveness in relationships.She shared several definitions of what assertiveness means and what that looks […]
2021-05-251h 03MotherHeartEpisode 24 – Bless Our MothersThank you to all of our mothers for the gift of life, and for being the heart of our families and homes. Also, how grateful we are for our Heavenly Mother in whose image we are created. One of the best gifts we can give our children and ourselves is to love ourselves. So, this […]
2021-05-0637 minMotherHeartEpisode 23 – One Thousand Gifts & Thanks Book DiscussionWelcome back for our April 2021 Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to read books about gratitude: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp and Thanks! By Robert Emmons. Listen in as Annamaria, Jenessa, Kiley, Rachael, Sherilee and Tanya discuss what they learned about gratitude. Tanya began by sharing this beautiful excerpt by Ann Voskamp: […]
2021-04-2459 min2021-03-1932 minMotherHeartEpisode 21 – The Hiding Place Book DiscussionWelcome back for our March 2021 Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to read the book The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom. Listen in as Annamaria, Jenessa, Kiley, Rachael and Sherilee discuss their insights from this inspiring true story. The following is a description of this story found on the back cover: “It’s […]
2021-03-0540 minMotherHeartEpisode 20 – The Security of Belonging and HarmonyJoin us for February’s MotherHeart Circle discussion. Tanya has chosen the topic, something that has been on her heart recently. The words that came to her mind are harmony, belonging and attachment. Get out your pen and paper and join us in writing down your thoughts about these phrases. Our circle chose to discuss two […]
2021-02-1948 minMotherHeartEpisode 19 – The 7 Gateways Book DiscussionWelcome back for our February Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to read the book The Seven Gateways by Wylene Benson. We are excited to welcome Wylene as our first guest speaker at the MotherHeart! Wylene, at the young age of 49 had a heart attack. As she lay on the gurney she asked, […]
2021-02-041h 13MotherHeartEpisode 18 – Tools for AnxietyGet out your journal and pen and join us for our MotherHeart Circle discussion. Rachael will lead the circle and has chosen the topic of tools for anxiety. What thoughts phrases or keywords come to your mind and heart as you ponder? Did something we said connect with what’s in your heart and mind? We […]
2021-01-2131 min2021-01-0747 minMotherHeartEpisode 17 - I am Malala Book DiscussionWelcome back for our January Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to read the book I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai.
We talk about how she inspired us with how clear her life purpose was, her faith in God and her courage in the face of great danger. We discuss how to apply her example to our personal lives; how to find and live our own purpose with courage and faith.
What are your key takeaways? We’d love to learn your thoughts. Join us on our MotherHeart Circle Facebook group and engage in th...
2021-01-0747 min2021-01-0630 minMotherHeartEpisode 15 - The Five Love Languages of Children Book DiscussionWelcome back for our December Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to read the book The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman.
Today, we will share the insights we gained from this useful parenting book. Also, we hope that as you head into the Christmas season, knowing your children’s love languages can help you show love at Christmas time in the way they need.
This book is written by a psychologist for children who understands the differing emotional needs of children based on their primary love language. The five love languages are: ph...
2020-12-0439 minMotherHeartEpisode 14 - The Power of Now Book DiscussionWelcome back for our November Book Club Discussion! This month we chose to talk about Chapter 8 of Eckhart Tolle’s book The Power of Now, entitled Enlightened Relationships. Today, we will share part one of our conversation on being present in relationships.
This book is a meditation on how we can transcend the ego and overcome pain to coexist with pure love and joy in the present moment.
Our true essence is when we shed all the worldly things that tell us who we are or what we should be. By doing this, we come to...
2020-11-0739 minMotherHeartEpisode 13 - Hormones and Self-CompassionGet out your journal and pen and join us for our MotherHeart Circle discussion.
What thoughts phrases or keywords come to your mind and heart as you ponder? For us, the words Hormones and Self-Compassion resonated strongly.
Listen in as we have a lighthearted chat about hormones, the ups and downs and the pros cons.
Some other thoughts about what’s on our hearts:
How to lead with love as opposed to leading with anger.
Tell a mother she is loved...because we believe as we heal the woman we heal the wo...
2020-10-2123 minMotherHeartEpisode 12 - Sexual Intimacy in Marriage Book DiscussionWelcome to the MotherHeart Podcast. For this episode we chose to read the book entitled “And They Were Not Ashamed,” by Laura M. Brotherson, CFLE. Listen in as Annamaria, Jenessa, Kiley, Rachael, Sherilee and Tanya weigh in on this book and share their own experiences regarding marital intimacy. We hope you find something useful in the podcast. Please let us know what you appreciated hearing. We’d love to hear your thoughts!
2020-10-1433 min
THE ROCK YOUR WORLD PODCASTTips voor de vrouw die zich bewust wil voorbereiden op een zwangerschapIn deze aflevering praat ik met Asha, founder van Motherheart en bedenker van Conscious Conception, een online programma en must-do voor iedere vrouw die zich bewust wil voorbereiden op een zwangerschap.
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2020-10-0542 minMotherHeartEpisode 11 - Homeschool How to Get Everything Done Book DiscussionWelcome back for our September Book Club Discussion! In light of the new school year, we chose the book How to Get Everything Done: Homeschool AND Clean the House AND Stay Sane by Molly Christensen.
This book shares ideas on how to take a balanced approach to homeschooling so that you can also keep a tidy house and stay sane while doing both. All six of us are homeschooling this year so we found this book to be very helpful.
Join us for an enlightening discussion on homeschooling and discover how unique each of us...
2020-09-2850 min
Inner JourneyBuilding ResilienceOn this episode, Dawn looks into the word etymology of endurance and resilience, and interviews James Yarrow, who at different times in his life has represented both. From a too fast too soon too much Awakening that led to a stent in a state hospital, to rejecting association with a well-known and predatorial teacher, to being a support for his community in New Mexico, James gives a fun, honest, and interesting interview.
Please enjoy
2020-09-0454 minMotherHeartEpisode 10 - Peace in Christ“We can have that peace especially through Christ. He’s the one that gives us that peace.” “Sometimes it’s only through Christ we have opportunities for peace.”
Get out your journal and pen and join us for our MotherHeart Circle discussion.
What thoughts phrases or keywords come to your mind and heart as you ponder? For us, the phrase Peace in Christ resonated strongly.
2020-08-2129 minMotherHeartEpisode 9 - Boundaries Book DiscussionWelcome back for our August Book Club Discussion! We chose the book "Boundaries," by Cloud and Townsend, an excellent resource for learning when to say yes and how to say no in order to take control of our lives.
We enjoyed a great conversation about how God and the Bible speak to having healthy boundaries in our lives - with ourselves, our spouses, children, parents, coworkers, etc.
We can all benefit from learning our own limits and limitations. These limits are different for each of us and require personal work to discover. However, when we...
2020-08-0652 minMotherHeartEpisode 8 - The Power of ChoiceGet out your journal and pen and join us for our MotherHeart Circle discussion. What thoughts phrases or keywords come to your mind and heart as you ponder? For us, the phrase "Power of Choice" resonated strongly. Below are some of our thoughts:
Are you relating to our experience of feeling trapped, blockaded or isolated?
Does the word "Choose" fill you with energy and freedom or paralyzing fear?
We realize every choice comes with consequences, and it’s important that we practice dealing with possible unwanted consequences and being present with all our emo...
2020-07-1525 minInner JourneyOn a Move: Part 2In my interview with Mike Africa Jr, we talk about grief, we reluctantly and briefly talk about Trump, we talk about the uprising, and the pressure that we need to continue to apply to the system. He says that some don't want to take action in the revolution, because they feel it has to be radical, when really, it is quite simple. We know what is Right within ourselves, and we need Unity! For information on how to support Mike Africa Jr's revolutionary work, go to mikeafricajr.com.
Thank you for listening.
2020-07-0938 minMotherHeartEpisode 7 - Balanced and Barefoot Book DiscussionWelcome back for our July Bookclub Discussion!
The book we chose for this month is called "Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children," by Angela J. Hanscom. Nature can be our greatest teacher without using a single word. It can help bring us into balance, and it’s essential for childhood development. Listen in as we talk about some of our "aha!" moments while reading this book, as well as some things from the book we are implementing with our children. What do you think? Have you read the book? Wh...
2020-07-0258 minMotherHeartEpisode 6 - Staying Mindful, Open, and Aware During Challenging TimesGet out your journal and pen and join us for our MotherHeart Circle discussion. What thoughts phrases or keywords come to your mind and heart as you ponder? Did something we said connect with what’s in your heart and mind? We think you"ll find our discussion relatable and helpful.
Join our MotherHeart Circle discussion on our group page. We’d love to know what’s on your heart and mind. What inspiration is coming to you at a time when we are experiencing more fear and uncertainty in our world? In what ways are you wanting t...
2020-06-1739 minInner JourneyWe need to All be On A MoveLone adult survivor, Ramona Africa of the Osage Ave bombing on may 13th, 1985 by police in West Philadelphia as well as Raymond Africa and members of the Move 9 are my guests in this episode about police brutality, returning to the righteousness of nature and not depending on the government.
On A Move everyone, Dawn
2020-06-131h 34MotherHeartEpisode 5 - The Gifts of Imperfection Book DiscussionWe are so excited to have you join us for our June MotherHeart Book Club. This time we are discussing the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. This book is her effort to answer the questions: What is the anatomy of human connection and how does it work? Through this process of discovery, she also uncovers the thing that corrodes connection - shame. Her Ten Guideposts for Wholehearted Living answer these questions of connection and point out the things that get in the way of meaningful connection.
What do you think? Please share your thoughts on ou...
2020-06-041h 00Inner JourneySame as It Ever WasIn this 5th episode of 9 dedicated to the theme of "language", Dawn names some of the names of people of color killed at the hands of police officers and calls "spiritualists" to solidarity and action.
Dawn's guest, Anssumane Silla talks about the oral traditions in West Africa, and shares about performing dance for The National Ballet. He shares a song for these times and talks about initiation through the dance circle.
The ending song, called Broken-Hearted is by an artist, named Ketsa.
Hope you enjoy!
2020-05-2858 minInner JourneyDoing Nothing; Everything is HappeningEpisode #4 of 9 episodes dedicated to the theme of 'language'.
This one takes a step back to dive into the art of listening. Dawn interviews Tricia Way, who volunteers for "Just Listening," an organization, that, along with other venues, brings the art of deep listening to prisons.
Song credit: Lobo Loco, "Remembering Love"
2020-05-2158 minMotherHeartEpisode 4 - Guiding Our Children During Uncertain TimesGuiding Our Children During Uncertain Times
Get in touch with what’s on your heart and mind. Bring a pen and a notebook and get ready to write out your thoughts during our MotherHeart Circle Conversation.
On today’s podcast we share what’s on our hearts and minds concerning our children’s well-being during the Covid pandemic. Learn some helpful techniques we share that you could try with your children.
Please share your thoughts on this podcast. We would love to see your feedback on our website at Motherheart.life or find us on Face...
2020-05-2025 minInner JourneyThere are Not Enough Crystals for ThisPart 3 of a 9 part segment on the theme 'Language', Dawn talks about how voting for or against our emotions limits the ways we can understand them, and thereby limits the ways they can help us. She interviews Pyschologist, Dr. Nicole Helverson, about the effects of trauma on the brain and why language is limited for a person working to heal from traumatic experiences.
2020-05-1656 minInner JourneyWhat's the Word?Part 2 on the theme of "language"; Dawn asks the question, "how do we hold space for our experiences when we don't have words to express them?" And, she dives into the limitations of the english language, more on The Language of Emotions(by Karla McLaren) and unpacks some of the contracts we unknowingly sign about how we should behave emotionally. Flute track at the end by Brian "Yam" Dwyer, of the band, "Earth Practice".
Enjoy!
2020-05-1422 minInner JourneyBefore the tongue, when we looked to the starsPart 1 of a 9 part series, dedicated to language. Talking is not our first language. In fact, humans existed for thousands of years before language, as we know it, was formed. Dawn shares a bit more from The Language of Emotions, by Karla McLaren, and the beautiful music of Senegalese Kora player, Youssoupha Sidibe, whose music is deeply infused with a longing for the full realization of divine love.
2020-05-0920 minMotherHeartEpisode 3 - The Conscious Parent Book DiscussionListen as we discuss the book "The Conscious Parent" by Dr. Shefali Tsabary, who offers a revolutionary approach to parenthood. Every child wants to know three things: "Am I seen?", "Am I worthy?", and "Do I matter?" When a child feels these things, they grow up to be an empowered adult. Join Annamaria, Jenessa, Rachael and Tanya for an enlightening discussion that just may change the way you see your child and the way you parent.
Link to buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Shefali-Tsabary/e/B00HZO0ZIG/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1
2020-05-0742 minInner JourneyMundane Profane Sacred LifeThis is the last of 3 episodes, dedicated to the theme of awakening.
Dawn begins to take on the language of emotions' work by Karla McLaren and talks about showing up for ourselves with Kate Brenton, teacher, Lomi Lomi practitioner and creator of "Sit in Your Center," a program for women.
2020-05-0658 min
Conversations with Nova ReidAccountability, Acceptance and Sobriety: Confronting addiction and becoming anti-racist with Joanne BradfordIn this episode I interview counsellor, coach and founder of Motherheart Joanne Bradford.
There is so much vulnerability and open hearted conversation in this episode. It is VERY special. We discuss being sober and the link between confronting addiction and behaviour that doesn't serve us and becoming anti-racist.
We also talk about some of Joanne's anti racism journey, her experience of doing Layla Saad's groundbreaking #meandmywhitesupremacy challenge and how others perceived her while she was doing it. We also explore some self interrogation during the recording. We discuss the concept of 'tone policing' and the importance...
2020-05-061h 09Inner JourneyFeeling in The DarkA story from Women Who Run with The Wolves sets the tone for this episode, dedicated to darkness in all forms and how to navigate through. Dawn's guest, Jess Radovich is a counselor, teacher, and dedicated seeker for more than a decade, knows first hand that finding oneself in darkness does not always mean awakening on the other side, and though we have to go it alone, we can't do it by ourselves.
Episode 2 of the theme: Awakening
2020-05-021h 00Inner JourneyDream to Awaken!On this first of 3 episodes dedicated to awakening, Dawn talks about what spiritual awakening can be, shares the yogic story of "Two Thieves", and interviews Victor Pinckney, who uses his dreams to inform his life and resists the temptation to be "hard".
Episode 1 of the theme: Awakening
2020-04-2847 minInner JourneyRumi The Great!These times may have us processing difficult memories and finding the hallelujah moments. Dawn's guest is Angelo John, former body builder turned yoga practitioner, turned Kirtan artist, turned yoga teacher, after pilgrimage to the feet of the Himalayas
2020-04-251h 07Inner JourneyTrek up Apparition HillIn this episode, Dawn explains what she meant in other episodes, tells the story of an abandoned dog, and talks to a woman very close to her who made the pilgrimage a very long time ago. Her guest Janet Walker, is her aunt and the song at the end is by an band called The Psalters.
2020-04-241h 09Inner JourneyIn the Ashes of LifeDawn interviews Eddie Gieda about his pilgrimage to India devoted to his wife, who met her sudden death in June 2019.
2020-04-211h 12Inner JourneyThe Start of a JourneyDawn shares a Mary Oliver poem,; the start of her own conscious spiritual journey; and a story of forgiveness that is close to home.
2020-04-181h 02Inner JourneyMama Bird DeterminationDawn shares practice for cultivating steadiness of mind and the kids story of the mama bird and the ocean. Featuring "Love Remains" by BJ Yam Dwyer
2020-04-1618 minInner JourneyDharma of the Holy FoolJumping from a moving train hurts. So does trying to navigate one's Dharma. Thank goodness for the peace of wild things and Moana.
2020-04-1441 minInner JourneyWe Are The Ones We've Been Waiting ForThe word "god" needs some unpacking. And, do we think that god will save us during quarantine? Dawn's guest this week is her husband, Eric Smelser, who has worked at a homeless agency for 18 years, is the lead singer for a Rage Against the Machine tribute band, and is a knife maker. Check it out.
2020-04-1153 minMotherHeartEpisode 2 - Hope During a PandemicWhat is helping you to stay afloat as we navigate life in the midst of a global Pandemic?
What is on your heart right now?
At the beginning of this podcast we pause and take a minute to reflect and write down the things on our hearts. Join us in doing this, so you can see what is on your heart as well. We would love to hear your voice as you share your heart with us in our MotherHeart Circle on Facebook. There will be a thread where you can share your thoughts. Look...
2020-04-0938 minInner JourneySquid FactsDid you know that a giant squids penis is about a yard long? This episode talks squid facts from a mysterious source, Mary Oliver poems, and reflections on death and the value of life with Special guest Yin, aka Danielle Dwyer, of the band "Earth Practice"
2020-04-0953 minInner JourneyAllergic to YouthGet ready for a Never Ending Story scene reenactment, theories around care, and a wonderful interview with Greg Jehanian, from the band "Me Without You"
2020-04-0643 minInner JourneyThe Mind is Like a MonkeyIn this episode Dawn shares literally the dumbest joke on the planet, talks about the Monkey Mind, and teaches the first 4 Yoga Sutras. Her guest, Sahr Abu, talks about growing up in Sierra Leone and the ridiculousness of money.
2020-04-0344 minInner JourneyAre You Willing?In this particular episode, Dawn shares stories of interrupting violence and a story of transcending the laws of matter to bring hope. Her guest, Sara Giraldo teaches a kids song in Spanish.
2020-04-0133 minMotherHeartEpisode 1 - Introducing the MotherheartAre you lacking support in your life as a mother/woman? This is a normal experience in many women’s lives. We have all experienced feelings of isolation, anxiety, depression, discouragement, frustration…just feeling alone. And yet, it shouldn’t be this way! One remedy for these typical experiences for women is coming together to share our stories and our hearts while turning to Christ, with no judgement while creating a safe space. Check out the summary of our discussion below and listen in for a heartfelt connection. Who We Are We are a group of women creating support and co...
2020-04-0132 minInner JourneyLose your MindIn this 2nd episode, Dawn offers more bad jokes, talks about "Separateness" in Yoga philosophy, shares poetry from prison walls, and talks with Yam, aka Brian Dwyer from the documentary Waldo on Weed, about the concept of "Freedom".
2020-03-3035 minInner JourneyThe pearl isn't trivialIn this first episode, Dawn uses the yoga sutras and Rumi's poetry to shine a light on the root cause of suffering....ignorance. She peppers in some silly jokes and even has a guest(by phone), Marlee Moses, who shares some song healing and meditation
2020-03-2835 min
SoberfulMotherheart: An Interview with Joanne BradfordJoanne Bradford is an author, certified healing practitioner, and life consultant. She got sober at the tender age of 24 and has been inspiring young women ever since by presenting 'not-drinking' as a valid life option. In this interview, Joanne tells her story, how she was inspired to get sober, and how this has developed into her healing practice with Motherheart. She believes that we can learn to parent ourselves in the way we need to heal our past. To learn more, visit the show notes.
2019-09-2552 min
Central Church Port KemblaThe Motherheart of GodThis week three of our men shared their experiences of God as a mother, we also discuss patriarchy and how we can continue to be a church that celebrates both men and women as made in the image of God.
2019-05-1751 min
The Calmer You PodcastEp 28. Living Alcohol Free with MotherheartThis week I chat to my friend and amazing coach and sound therapist, Joanne Bradford.Since it's ‘Go Sober for October' and I get so many messages about how anxiety is affected by alcohol, I thought this would be a great conversation to have.We chat about:-How alcohol negatively affects us and our anxiety-The benefits and costs of living alcohol-free-The surprising thing that happens when you cut out drinking-PLUS – both Joanne and I share our own journeys with alcohol and the reasons why we're living alcohol-free (for now...
2018-10-011h 10