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Focusing on helping professional Christian moms thrive in their reclaimed value while they cultivate a fulfilling and purposeful life, you will find episodes to build self-confidence, strengthen mind ,body and spirit and lift you up in today’s demanding world. Learn more at www.michelegunn.com.
Episodes
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Can you have it all?
Do you really want to?
In this episode, I talk about the importance of discussing women in power and their ability to balance various roles.
The role of women is multifaceted.
It includes the diverse roles of work, family, and faith that bring many challenges and stereotypes.
I offer strategies for balancing work, family, and faith with practical tips for women to achieve balance in their lives:
I talk about how to overcome challenges and how to empower women.
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Saturday Apr 13, 2024
Empowered by Faith: Navigating Stress as Women
Saturday Apr 13, 2024
Saturday Apr 13, 2024
In this episode, I will talk about understanding stress, stress triggers, and coping with stress.
Life can be hard, but you can live happy!
In the American Psychological Association’s October 2023 Stress in America survey, which included a nationally representative sample of more than 3,000 adults, women reported a higher average level of stress than men (5.3 versus 4.8 out of 10) and were more likely to rate their stress levels between an 8 and a 10 than men (27% versus 21%).
Women feel that no one understands how stressed they are!
Coping mechanisms are strategies that help people deal with stress and uncomfortable emotions.
Side effects of the stress response include:
Increased heart rate
Increased breathing
Higher blood pressure
Increased alertness
Heightened senses
Release of glucose (sugar) into your bloodstream for energy
Hives
Stress Triggers
A. External triggers: Work, family, relationships, societal pressures
B. Internal triggers: Perfectionism, self-doubt, imposter syndrome
C. Recognizing the intersectionality of stress triggers for women
Coping Strategies from a Faith Perspective
A. Drawing strength from spiritual beliefs and practices
B. Incorporating mindfulness and meditation into daily routines
C. Cultivating resilience through prayer, gratitude, and self-reflection
D. Leveraging community support and mentorship within faith communities
Practical Tools for Coping
A. Time management techniques and boundary setting
B. Prioritizing self-care: Exercise, nutrition, and sleep
C. Seeking professional help when needed: Therapy, counseling, and support groups
D. Encouraging open communication and seeking guidance from trusted mentors
Saturday Apr 06, 2024
Living Beyond Yourself: Serving Others with a Faith Foundation
Saturday Apr 06, 2024
Saturday Apr 06, 2024
In a world often consumed by self-interest, there's profound beauty in living a life dedicated to serving others.
In this episode, you will hear about living for others, serving others, and the role of faith as a foundation.
Service to others has a transformative impact on personal development.
I will highlight ways to serve and the impact it can make on you and your community.
You will also hear about the intersection of faith and service, and how they reinforce each other.
I will share practical strategies for incorporating faith into everyday acts of service. and provide tips for navigating doubts, fears, and setbacks along the journey.
Join the discussion by commenting, sharing or reaching out!
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Saturday Mar 30, 2024
Unveiling the Soul: Navigating Self-Discovery Through Faith and Identity
Saturday Mar 30, 2024
Saturday Mar 30, 2024
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the importance of self-discovery and incorporating faith in understanding self-identity.
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understanding the whole person
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incorporating faith in self-discovery
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methods for self-reflection and discovery
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
A Faith Discussion with Ronald Henderson
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Saturday Mar 16, 2024
Faithfully Female: Navigating Personal and Professional Life as a Christian Woman
Saturday Mar 16, 2024
Saturday Mar 16, 2024
Listen in as I discuss "Faithfully Female: Navigating Personal and Professional Life as a Christian Woman"
You will also hear insights from audience members who participated in the LIVE session.
During this episode I share about:
Understanding Faith and Identity
- Defining faith and its role in personal and professional life
- Exploring the unique identity of Christian women
- Reflecting on the intersection of faith and gender in society
Personal Faith Practices including but not limited to:
- Daily spiritual disciplines and their impact
- Nurturing a personal relationship with God
- Overcoming challenges and doubts in faith journey
Integrating Faith into Professional Life
- Maintaining integrity and values in the workplace
- Balancing ambition with faith principles
- Handling ethical dilemmas and standing firm in convictions
Empowering Relationships and Community
- Building supportive networks within the faith community
- Navigating relationships with colleagues and peers
- Fostering mentorship and accountability partnerships
Overcoming Challenges and Resilience
- Recognizing and addressing obstacles faced by Christian women
- Drawing strength from faith during trials and setbacks
- Cultivating resilience through trust in God's plan
Impacting the World with Faith
- Embracing opportunities for service and mission
- Using professional platforms for positive influence
- Living out the values of compassion, justice, and love
Have questions, comments or feedback?
Reach out to cultivateandthrive@gmail.com
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Faith-Fueled Fortitude: Cultivating Personal Strength from Within
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
Forgive Yourself: A Brief Workshop inforgiveness
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
Saturday Mar 02, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
The Significance of Relationships: A Christian Woman’s Perspective
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Just being true to me!
It makes sense to cover the topic of choices and using faith to guide you.
In this livestream, I will talk about
- the importance of faith in decision-making
- defining faith and its significance
- exploring how faith shapes values, beliefs, and worldviews
- the concept of choice and its impact on our lives
- examining the challenges and complexities of decision-making
-principles of Faith-Based Decision Making
- identifying key principles and teachings
- highlighting compassion, integrity, and wisdom
- practical strategies for incorporating faith into everyday choices
- prayer, meditation, and reflection as tools for guidance (Public and Private)
- Addressing doubts and fears that arise in decision-making processes (Saboteurs)
- exploring ways to strengthen faith and trust in one's beliefs
I invite you to join the conversation!
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