Best Maureen Diaz Podcasts (2024)

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"My Bleeding Heart" by Zita Mirabile 13:33

2M ago13:33

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An excerpt from Zita's story: "Joy and sorrow can coexist, so let your precious tears fall like diamonds on the floor for there is healing in releasing this built-up pressure, like the white teardrop that emerges from beneath the broken heart of the flower plant. There is value in emotion as in diamonds. It is the release and relief that cleanses, …

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"The Rose" by Audrey Walsh 8:35

2M ago8:35

8:35

An excerpt from Audrey's story: "My guiding light has been my children and my now husband. My son, at the age of fourteen, was wiser than he knew. The day I received the call for the biopsy, my son looked at me and said “Mom don’t worry, you will be just fine.” My son and daughter helped in every way possible- from learning to change the dressings …

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"Butterflies" by Maureen Benz 10:55

2M ago10:55

10:55

An excerpt from Maureen's story: "My sisters were also my light. During my first diagnosis, my sisters would be there during my chemotherapy. One would drop me off, and another would pick me up. My oldest sister would go with me to appointments, pull out a notebook, and take copious notes. During my second diagnosis, she would change her work sched…

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"Square Peg" by Jenna Steele 13:20

2M ago13:20

13:20

An excerpt from Jenna's story: "Throughout my journey, feeling like a square peg, my husband Rich has been my cornerstone. He is my Superman. Rich is compassionate, caring, loving, non-judgmental and could make me laugh during the darkest days. He gives "tough love" even when I don't want to hear it. Rich made some very tough medical decisions that…

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"The Sparkling Dahlia" by Jamie Johnson 10:19

2M ago10:19

10:19

An excerpt from Jamie's story: "My battle against breast cancer wasn't just about survival, it became a catalyst for change- igniting a passion within me to redefine my life's purpose. The journey was far from easy. It has been filled with many tears, therapy sessions, soul-searching, and of course art, creativity, and now photography. I am working…

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"The Great Transformation" by Renee Vargas 8:23

2M ago8:23

8:23

Excerpt from Renee's story: "I have overcome adverse childhood experiences. I continue to work on self-growth and acceptance. I thrive to make every day better than yesterday. Challenges will arise but I am stronger now. I am breaking through. I have scraped part of my chrysalis. I see the sunshine. It is so much brighter than the darkness. I am em…

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"I Stand Strong" by Eileen Cairo 9:33

2M ago9:33

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An excerpt from Eileen's story: "I am stronger than I thought I was. I am not looking at it as "my cup is always full" but more towards being that of Superwoman. I have been faced with many challenges over the years from health challenges to parent challenges and found that I am a fighter, I am strong and there is nothing that I can’t overcome. Eve…

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"Sea of Hope" by Elizabeth Diaz 12:26

2M ago12:26

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From Elizabeth's Story: "Life happens, friendships come and go, things change after a life altering experience, but I knew God did not abandon me. My family began praying the rosary. Things changed so much for me. I became calmer and very much at ease. My son was my number one driving force. I knew he needed me, but I needed him more. As exhausted …

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"The Lotus' Earthquake" by Keri McWilliams 12:15

2M ago12:15

12:15

From Keri's story, "The Lotus' Earthquake" Like the lotus, petal by petal I will somehow blossom. The lotus is a symbol of strength, new beginnings and rebirth. My soul’s desire for triumph is fierce. The way a lotus grows is a victory over obstacles that most can’t overcome. So this is not a sad story, it’s a story about someone who had many tough…

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"Like Daddy, Like Daughter" by Jennifer Passarella 6:54

2M ago6:54

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From Jen's story entitled "Like Daddy, Like Daughter" "Acquaintances, close friends, and family have told me that I inspire them with what I’ve gone through, and my response is always, “I didn’t have a choice. I just kept moving because I had to.” And they all respond with something like, “Sure, but you overcame all this trauma in such a way that w…

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EP09: Designed to THRIVE, Not Fail: How Our Modern World Impacts Our Health for Good or Bad with Dr. Stephen Hussey 54:10

6M ago54:10

54:10

We are thrilled to share this fantastic interview with Dr. Stephen Hussey! We discuss the harmful impacts of our modern world on our bodies, while providing strategies to combat these effects. He also shares his personal story of living with Type 1 Diabetes and having a heart attack at the young age of 35 - and how he is overcoming all of this with…

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EP08: Healing Herbs - God-Given Medicine All Around Us with Jasmine Lucero the Christian Herbalist 1:10:53

8M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

We're so excited to have our friend Jasmine Lucero from the Christian Herbal Magazine and Natural Hope Herbals join us to talk about herbs and herbal medicine! Jasmine is a believer, wife and mother to 8 kids, and an accomplished herbalist of 20+ years. She works closely with Natural Hope Herbals on developing their herbal formulas and creating the…

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EP07: Is Salt Good for Your Health? Discovering the Health Benefits of Salt with Darryl Bosshardt from Redmond Real Salt 1:02:37

10M ago1:02:37

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We're excited to have Darryl Bosshardt from Redmond Real Salt join us today to discuss the health benefits of salt! He has so much to share about salt and will be answering questions about salt, including the differences between types of salt, is salt/sodium really good for you, how to find good salt, all about iodine in salt, and so much more. We …

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EP06: Nature’s Nourishment - Exploring the Health Benefits of Raw Milk with Edwin Shank and Tommy Wheatley 1:12:02

1y ago1:12:02

1:12:02

In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Edwin Shank from The Family Cow and Tommy Wheatley from Raw Milk & Deadlifts to discuss all things raw milk - the health benefits, the enzymes and nutrients, the safety and risks, what to do if you don't have access to raw milk, and so much more! If you have any questions about raw milk and whether or n…

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EP 201 - Dr Ioana Popa - The Seven Levels of Freedom and Empowerment in God 42:43

1y ago42:43

42:43

Cynthia thinks that this may be her favorite interview with Dr. Ioana so far. They go deep into beliefs as one of the seven levels of freedom. Dr. Ioana shares about her atheist background in communist Romania and their commonly held belief about Christians. Just because you believe something… it doesn’t mean it’s so. She made the decision to belie…

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200 - Maureen Diaz - God's Good Table - Advice From a Homesteader 41:28

1y ago41:28

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God created our bodies to thrive on certain foods, and scripture tells us what these foods are. We have been given a manual so to speak on how to be good stewards… the problem is, our food supply has been tampered with, and is very different from what it was in the old testament. Today join Cynthia as she speaks with Maureen Diaz from God’s Good Ta…

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EP 199 Kari Kampakis - Self Care Inspiration for Moms 38:08

1y ago38:08

38:08

Cynthia absolutely loved talking with Kari Kapakis about being a mom, and knows that you will enjoy her also. Taking care of yourself while raising kids is a privilege and a responsibility. What a gift to be able to be an example of good stewardship for your kids! But how do you find the time, and what exactly do we mean by self care? You’ll find o…

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Ep198 Fr. Ted Paraskevopoulos - Obtaining Work Life Balance 38:03

1y ago38:03

38:03

Today Cynthia wants you to get to know Fr. Ted Paraskevopoulos. Almost 5 years ago, he realized that he needed to make some big changes in his life for his health, relationships, work, and family. How did he do this? Today you’ll find out! This is a good podcast for all of us, but it also may be especially for any younger priests out there who need…

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EP 197 - Lauren Joyce - Healthy Tips for Everyone 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

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Today Cynthia had the pleasure of meeting Lauren Joyce… another Christian health coach who works with women to make their lives everything God created them for. How do we become good stewards of our time and our bodies? Lauren has some excellent tips today that we can all use! Lauren Joyce is a mom to two wonderful young boys, wife to a fabulous hu…

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EP196 - Corey Hatfield - Finding Joy in Chaos 33:26

1+ y ago33:26

33:26

Cynthia is so happy to introduce you to Corey Hatfield. Recently she read an article Corey wrote on finding joy in chaos… beauty in suffering… and knew she had to meet her. Her story is one of inspiration and her advice and knowledge of biblical truth is sound. We know you are going to enjoy this episode! Corey Hatfield is the mother of five nearly…

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Ep 195 Dr. Ioana Popa - What is Regeneration and How You Can Practice it Each Day 35:01

1+ y ago35:01

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Doctor Ioana is back with Cynthia, and this time they talk about regeneration specifically. What is it? Why do we need it? And, how can we do it? They go deeper into the spiritual aspect of daily renewal today, and Dr. Ioana shares her own practices with us. Dr. Ioana is the co-founder of the Team For The Soul TM. Team for The SoulTM supports passi…

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194 - Michael Haldas - Is Self Neglect a Sin 38:24

1+ y ago38:24

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Cynthia brings back Michael Haldas to talk about self care and stewardship. Would you go so far as to say that neglecting the body is a sin? What does neglect look like? Today Cynthia and Michael explore the holistic nature of how God created us. Michael Haldas is an author, a religious educator, and a speaker. He wrote the book Sacramental Living:…

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EP. 193 - Fr. Paul Jannakos - Orthodoxy and Social Media 39:35

1+ y ago39:35

39:35

Cynthia enjoys another conversation with a fellow flyfishing guest, but we promise that they didn’t talk about fishing this time! Social media is the topic today with Fr. Paul Jannakos. Why do we as Orthodox Christians need to guard ourselves and put boundaries in place when it comes to the internet in general? Is there a place for social media in …

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Ep. 192 - Fr. James Guirguis - Meet a Parish Priest 33:20

1+ y ago33:20

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Cynthia wants to introduce you to Fr. James Guirguis today! He is the author of “Ask for the Ancient Paths,” and they talk about his background and journey to the priesthood. But there was a stop along the way while in college when his faith was not his highest priority. What can we do for our young people as they prepare for college? Fr. James has…

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Ep. 191 - Dr. Jill Carnahan - This Sickness is not unto Death… But for the Glory of God. John 11:4 36:26

1+ y ago36:26

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Join Cynthia today as she interviews one of her favorite doctors, Dr. Jill Carnahan. A sister in Christ, Dr. Jill combines her medical education, clinical experience, personal experience, and her faith for a powerful combination of healing and hope for the glory of God. She has been one of Cynthia’s “go to” doctors when researching certain lifestyl…

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EP 190 Chris Kornaros - Silence - The Art of Stillness 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

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Join Cynthia and Chris Kornaros as they discuss Chris’s book and their own experiences with silence. As the world with it’s technology and noise persists in pulling us away from stillness, we need to remember Psalm 46. God is our refuge and strength - He dwells in His city, does marvelous things, and says, be still and know that I am God. Why do we…

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Ep 188 - Robin Rhine McDonald - The All or Nothing Mindset and How it’s Holding You Back 45:08

1+ y ago45:08

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Cynthia had so much fun talking with Robin in the past that she asked her to come back on. Truly… this is not an infomercial for hiring a coach… but we may be a little partial! We share what we’ve learned from our clients when it comes to an all or nothing approach to working with us and how it translates to those who are trying to reach their goal…

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Ep. 188 - Dr. Ioana Popa - Deepening Our Connection With God on a Daily Basis 34:27

1+ y ago34:27

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Today Cynthia talks to Doctor Ioana about the Daily Renewal Blueprint which is part of her Growing in Christ program. We need to be intentional each day to bring Him into our lives… moment by moment… but especially starting in the morning to set the stage for a day that is attuned to His will. Once we get in the habit of this practice, we will grow…

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Ep. 187 - Lacy Ngo - Change Your Life with Better Nutrition 39:36

1+ y ago39:36

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Join Cynthia today as she chats with Dietitian Lacy Ngo about how nutrition has changed her life. It can change yours also! Seasonal allergies? Acne? Weight gain? Issues with your mood and focus? God gave us everything we need. His medicine comes in the form of eating… what could be better than that? This podcast is brought to you by Team for the S…

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Ep. 186 - Fr Peter Jon Gillquist - Tuning in to God's Voice 37:43

1+ y ago37:43

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Join Cynthia today for another delightful Meet a Parish Priest segment. Cynthia speaks with Fr. Peter Jon Gillquist from All Saints Antiochian Orthodox parish in Bloomington Indiana. As we learn more about his life, we also get insight into how we can hear God and see Him working in our lives. This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul! Th…

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Ep. 185 - Christina Veselak - Feeding Recovery From Cravings and Addictions 36:15

1+ y ago36:15

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Cynthia brings on one of her favorite people again to talk about a new program. Feeding Recovery Network Meetings are a new offering by Christina Veselak from Eating Protein Saves Lives. You can do your own 7 day challenge and/or pop into group Zoom meetings that will help you curb cravings and kick addictions to the curb. All while doing something…

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EP. 184 - Katrina Sequenzia - How Stress Affects Weight Loss (And What to Do About It!) 35:12

1+ y ago35:12

35:12

Today Cynthia is excited to introduce you to a Registered Nurse who became a Health Coach and now specializes in metabolism and women’s hormones. They talk about the mechanics of how stress affects weight loss. But what is stress? Is it just a buzzword that means you are overwhelmed? No! Find out today why this component of health should not be bru…

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Ep 183 - Michelle Leichty - Developing a Generous Life 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

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Join Cynthia and Michelle today for an inspiring chat on living a generous life. It’s a sit down and grab a cup of tea kind of chat that will leave you with some things to think about…and maybe even journal about! This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul! Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you t…

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Ep 182 - Ashley Belanger - Getting to the Root Cause of Unexplained Symptoms 53:23

1+ y ago53:23

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Cynthia brings Ashley Belanger on today to talk about her experience with Lyme, knowing that this topic could very well help many others who experience “unexplained symptoms.” After recently finding out she has Lyme and Bartonella, a whole new world has opened up about the disparate symptoms going on for years that she had no idea were related. How…

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EP 181 - Fr Evan Armatas - Parish and Personal Health - Reclaiming the Great Commission 39:24

1+ y ago39:24

39:24

Try not to be sidetracked by all of the flyfishing references today! Cynthia and Fr. Evan have fun talking about their shared interests, but also go deep on how our personal spiritual health is instrumental to the health of our parish. In his new book, Father Evan has a gem that can be used personally, in small groups, and also as a whole parish. T…

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EP05: Holistic Hilda - Walking in God's Good Way 49:25

1+ y ago49:25

49:25

We thoroughly enjoyed sitting down with our friend Hilda Labrada Gore - or Holistic Hilda as she is most well known - for a fabulous discussion on her path to God-given foods, her favorite podcasts she's produced as host of the Wise Traditions Podcast, her adventures around the world, and how she sees God’s hand in the world around her. She is a tr…

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180 - Lori Ann Wood - A Divine Detour 45:08

1+ y ago45:08

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Lori Ann Wood - Divine Detour Today Cynthia helps you kick off American Heart Month with a story of how illness can strengthen your faith and the warning signs you need to know that may be signaling heart disease. Lori Ann Wood’s life took a detour she never expected which has led to her upcoming book that will help many! This podcast is brought to…

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Ep 179 - Fr. John Vlahos - You Are An Icon of Christ 38:06

1+ y ago38:06

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Cynthia talks with Fr. John Vlahos today about how we, as living icons, should be relating to others. What does this look like? In a world full of judgement and friction, we can be vessels of love...spreading the love and grace of God to others put in our path. Let us as Christians be the example. Today we talk about how. To enroll in the Effortles…

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Ep 178 Getting to the Root Cause of Autoimmunity with Susan Julian - EP 178 40:51

1+ y ago40:51

40:51

Join Cynthia as she promotes Nurse Practitioner Susan Julian to the title of Doctor. (Embarrassing) Once that was cleared up, their conversation about autoimmunity and its connection with the gut and hormones is very informative. How are all of these linked? Why is autoimmunity becoming more common? They also talk a bit about estrogen and birth con…

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177 – Father Nicholas Louh – Renewing You 39:33

1+ y ago39:33

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Join Cynthia today as she welcomes Fr. Nicholas Louh to the podcast. They discuss how to discover your purpose, understand your mindset, look closely at your thoughts, and the importance of routines. Sound familiar? Father Nicholas is a man after our own heart here at Holistic Christian Life. Together with his wife Dr. Roxanne, they wrote Renewing …

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176 - Aimee Carlson and Naomi Damask - Know How to Empower Yourself for Good Health 48:47

1+ y ago48:47

48:47

Cynthia is delighted to introduce you to two new friends. Both Christian health coaches, Aimee and Naomi are knowledgeable about all things toxin related. We know you will find their stories empowering, learn things you never knew before, and come away with a sense of purpose when it comes to taking control of the future of yourself, your family, a…

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EP 175 - Fr. Joshua Makoul - Healing Your Wounded Soul 52:43

1+ y ago52:43

52:43

Cynthia and Father Joshua Makoul talk about healing from trauma, both past and present as they delve into his new book Healing Your Wounded Soul: Growing from Pain to Peace. What are the tools we can use? How can we help others? If you are struggling right now or know someone who is, this interview could be very helpful. To enroll in the Effortless…

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174 - Lauren Noel - Hormones and Much More 53:25

1+ y ago53:25

53:25

Cynthia brings you the next most popular episode with Dr. Lauren Noel...or Dr. Lo! They talk about so many aspects of health from an integrative perspective...not just hormones as the title suggests! Enjoy getting insight into some health issues that you may be experiencing with ways to uncover the root cause, and hopefully nip them in the bud! Thi…

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Ep. 173 - Mother Macrina - A Monastic View of Anxiety 50:47

1+ y ago50:47

50:47

Another top episode in the countdown! Cynthia was blessed to sit down with Mother Macrina from The Dormition of the Mother of God Monastery to chat about that hole we sometimes feel in our souls. It is closely related to anxiety which many of us experience…but what is the cause? Cynthia specializes in the physical, but Mother Macrina specializes in…

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Ep 172 - Christina Veselak - Nutrition, Mental Health and Addiction 44:13

1+ y ago44:13

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This can be an eye opening interview for everyone. If you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fatigue, inability to forgive, worry, over thinking, perfectionism, shame, ADD, irritability…or any other symptom not listed here…you will be inspired. The remedy is easy, cheap, and involves eating good food! This podcast is brought to you by …

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EP04: Simply Ghee - All Things Ghee With the Ghee Gals 40:12

2y ago40:12

40:12

If you have ever wondered what ghee is all about and why you should be using it for cooking and buttering your bread, listen up!! In today’s episode, we are joined by two of our favorite ladies - Nancy and Bev of Simply Ghee! These ladies are full of fun and enthusiasm and love sharing their story about how Simply Ghee came to be. We cover all the …

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171 - Barbara Pappas - Best of Countdown - Our Special Calling by God 36:38

2y ago36:38

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Cynthia presents the first episode in her “Best of” countdown today with BARBARA PAPPAS! Barbara joins Cynthia today to talk about our calling. There are two...secular and spiritual. How do we meld the two, and why is this important? Today, you will get and idea of how constructing our life around our spiritual purpose is the key to contentment. Th…

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EP 170 Kevin Scherer - Truly Human - Normal or Ordinary? 51:09

2y ago51:09

51:09

Today Cynthia speaks with Kevin Scherer about his book Truly Human. What is the difference between normal and ordinary… and how does this shape our mindset when it comes to healing from the most difficult times in our lives? Kevin has touched the lives of many with his candid account of his darkest time and the lessons he learned. We’re sure you wi…

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EP 169 Father Alexander Goussetis - Building a Life of Prayer 34:33

2y ago34:33

34:33

Do you wish you had a stronger prayer life? Cynthia speaks to Fr. Alexander Goussetis about his book Practicing Prayer… which is really a workbook! Prayer is an adventure and a journey, not to mention a privilege. Fr. Alexander takes us through a few tips to intentionally incorporate it into our lives in a way that is conducive to our Christian gro…

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EP 168 Meet a Parish Priest - Hearing God's Voice In a Noisy World with Fr. Andrew Kishler 39:36

2y ago39:36

39:36

Welcome to our new offering on Holistic Christian Life called Meet a Parish Priest. Today Cynthia kicks it off with Fr. Andrew Kishler from All Saints Antiochian Orthodox Church in Chicago. They talk about his background and decision to become a priest, how to hear God’s voice in a noisy world, and end as Fr. Andrew describes how he makes sure that…

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