Best Janell Rardon Podcasts (2024)

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Give Yourself Permission to Slow Down: Part 1 38:02

1d ago38:02

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What does it mean to live slowly? Join us as we welcome Jodi H. Grubbs, author of "Live Slowly: A Gentle Invitation to Exhale," who shares how her formative experiences by the sea on a Caribbean island shaped her understanding of solitude and spiritual growth. In Part 1, Jodi opens her heart about her first husband's tragic accident and recovery jo…

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A Special Father's Day Message with Glen Van Peski: Take Less. Do More. Part 2 30:05

6d ago30:05

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Have you ever felt weighed down by societal expectations, unsure how to live a life filled with gratitude and joy? Meet Glen Van Pesky, the visionary founder of Gossamer Gear and author of "Take Less, Do More: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude, and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker." Join us as Glen shares his profound insights…

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A Special Father's Day Message with Glen Van Peski: Take Less. Do More. 43:23

9d ago43:23

43:23

"Examine everything you carry." -Glen Van Peski Glen Van Peski, engineer, outdoor gear innovator, and author of "Take Less, Do More: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude, and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker," shares with Janell "his ultralight ethos" of living with "the lightest possible backpack." Glen's extraordinary journey, …

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How Being in Nature Helps Your Mental and Emotional Health, Part 2 34:25

16d ago34:25

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Unlock the secrets to a healthier mind and spirit with Master Naturalist Aaron Lynham, author of "Rooted in Wonder." Find out how simple interactions with nature can significantly enhance your well-being and how trees act as nature's very own air purifiers. We'll reflect on the comforting words of Matthew 6:25-27, reminding us of God's meticulous c…

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How Being in Nature Helps Your Mental and Emotional Health, Part 1 27:31

23d ago27:31

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"I’ve kept my feet on the ground, I’ve cultivated a quiet heart." -Psalm 131:2, The Message How can the quietness of nature soothe a restless soul? Join me for a heartwarming conversation with Erin Lynham, a master naturalist, as we explore the profound connection between nature and spirituality. Erin's journey, sparked by her children's curiosity …

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Motherhood and Mental Health, Part 2 46:32

1M ago46:32

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Motherhood intertwines deeply with mental health, a truth that becomes all too clear when you hear Tara Edelschick and Kathy Twan McLean, co-authors of "Moms at the Well: Meeting God Through the Mothers of Scripture-A 7-Week Bible Study Experience. Together, they share their experiences with such genuine openness. In the heart of this episode, we t…

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Motherhood and Mental Health, Part 1 42:53

1M ago42:53

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This conversation is more than just a chat; it's a guiding light for mothers seeking solace and understanding amid their spiritual and parental odyssey. We learn of the five steps of spiritual transformation highlighted in "Moms at the Well: Meeting God Through the Mothers of Scripture--a 7-Week Bible Study Experience. Authors Kathy Tuan-McLean and…

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Blooming into Authenticity: Embracing the Wallflower Within 42:46

2M ago42:46

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This week, I sit down with Cally Logan, "The Wallflower that Bloomed: Finding Your Place at the Lunch Table of Life." Cally is a beacon of hope for embracing your unique place in the world. Cally's insights offer a fresh take on self-acceptance and the courage to challenge judgments that often keep us in the shadows. Together, we navigate the inter…

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Everything is Reconciled in a Garden 52:05

2M ago52:05

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As the sun sets on a particularly challenging day, have you ever felt the magnetic pull of your garden, urging you to immerse your hands in the earth and let your worries fall away? Christy Purifoy joins us to unravel the intimate tapestry linking the nurturing of gardens to the flourishing of our mental and spiritual wellbeing. Her latest book, "S…

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Nurturing the Soul with Forest Whispers 31:14

2M ago31:14

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Ever wondered how simply walking through a forest can soothe your soul and rejuvenate your body? Our latest episode unwraps the profound connection between well-being and the natural world, as we celebrate Earth Month with a deep dive into the biophilia hypothesis and the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. E.O. Wilson's insights …

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Forest Bathing in the Hallerbos 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

Have you ever marveled at the transient beauty of a forest floor carpeted in violet-blue? My recent trek through the Hallerbos forest in Belgium was just such an experience, where the annual bluebell bloom transformed the landscape into a living fairytale. Join me as I recount this awe-inspiring journey, leaning on insights from Nana van der Poel t…

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Breath Prayer and Intentions: Cultivating Tranquility in a Turbulent World 33:54

3M ago33:54

33:54

Strolling through the cobblestone streets of Antwerp, I was struck by the profound influence of perception in shaping our world. This revelation is the heartbeat of our season finale, where I share the insights gathered from our journey together and extend a heartfelt invitation to newcomers to find solace and connection at Heartlift Central. We're…

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Moving From Weariness to Wholeness 20:29

3M ago20:29

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"Feeling like we matter is one of the most defining features of our humanity. When that feeling is present, we thrive. When it is absent, we feel ignored and helpless. Threats to mattering diminish dignity and can cause destruction, as we have witnessed in school shootings over the last few decades. Mattering consists of feeling valued and adding v…

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Something Needs to Change, Part 2 31:17

3M ago31:17

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Author Angela Correll was approaching her fiftieth birthday, weary from grief and loss, when she and her husband followed their dream of buying an ancient house in a small town in Tuscany. In today's episode, Angela talks about restoring that Tuscan home to its original glory and healing her heart along the way. In Part 2, Angela Correll poses anot…

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Something Needs to Change, Part 1 44:09

3M ago44:09

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Author Angela Correll was approaching her fiftieth birthday, weary from grief and loss, when she and her husband followed their dream of buying an ancient house in a small town in Tuscany. In today's episode, Angela talks about restoring that Tuscan home to its original glory and healing her heart along the way. Begin Your Heartlifter's Journey: Vi…

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The Mattering Effect, Part 3 30:14

4M ago30:14

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"Imagine for a moment that you are in a world in which you pass by others unnoticed. You cannot capture anyone's attention and are ignored by all around you. No one takes an interest in your activities, shares your joys, or comforts you in your sorrows. People in a quandary do not seek advice or emotional support from you, nor does anyone care abou…

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The Mattering Effect, Part 2 33:51

4M ago33:51

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"What we see and where we focus profoundly affects our lives. You've likely heard the adage that we become what we behold, and I believe there is much truth to that statement. When seasons of illness, diminishment, heartache, and disappointment loom large, it is a fight to hold on to hope. Why? Because what we see and what we focus on have a way of…

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The Mattering Effect 22:50

4M ago22:50

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"There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception. " -Aldous Huxley Have you ever felt nameless? You know, unseen, unknown, maybe even, invisible? Listen as Paige Allen, author of He Knows Your Name: How 7 Nameless Women of the Bible Reveal Christ's Love For You," shares how time spent in a wintering r…

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Getting Unstuck in Life, Part 2 30:59

4M ago30:59

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"Have you ever felt you were not moving forward in your life, but were not sure what was holding you back? You knew something prevented you from growing emotionally and spiritually, but you couldn't put your finger on what. Uncovering what makes us stay stuck is vital because dwelling in a pit only allows us to watch and dream. We can't walk into t…

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Healing Brokenness: A Path to Rediscovering Joy, Love, and Emotional Wholeness 42:34

4M ago42:34

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"After twenty-four years of marriage, Tracy began a journey she’d never imagined—walking through a divorce. Overwhelmed by pain, rejection, and abandonment, she fell into a pit of despair and depression. A note from her daughter, pleading for her to survive, started Tracy on her healing journey, getting unstuck, and discovering her purpose." -Tracy…

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Is Forgiveness Really Possible, Part 2 28:02

5M ago28:02

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"No matter what has hurt you, there is a simple, yet powerful, answer to your healing: forgiveness.: -Toni and Bruce Hebel *Be sure to check out Toni and Bruce's brand-new video course on FORGIVENESS and DOWNLOAD their 7 Protocols. Click here and scroll to the bottom of the page. Forgiveness can be a hot topic. In Part 2 of this conversation, Toni …

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Is Forgiveness Really Possible? 33:12

5M ago33:12

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"No matter what has hurt you, there is a simple, yet powerful, answer to your healing: forgiveness.: -Toni and Bruce Hebel Forgiveness can be a hot topic. In Part 1 of this conversation, Toni and Bruce Hebel, authors of "Forgiving Forward: Unleashing the Forgiveness Revolution," help us understand the power of forgiveness. Season 15 is looking at p…

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Does Our Perception Process Affect Our Prayer Life? Part 2 35:37

5M ago35:37

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"When we view (perceive) prayer as a call to duty or a responsibility, it also affects how we approach it. We feel obliged to pray and guilty when we don't do it. This perspective often leads us to believe that negative consequences may befall us if we neglect prayer and makes our prayer life driven by fear and guilt. But, 2 Timothy 1:7 states, 'Fo…

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Does Our Perception Process Affect Our Prayer Life? 25:58

5M ago25:58

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"In our prayer lives, we cherish the continual chance to strengthen our faith through an active prayer routine, viewing it as a rare privilege. With sincere dedication, we approach each instance of prayer with reverence, recognizing the gravity of the bestowed privilege. Committed to fortifying our faith, we follow scriptural guidance by praying in…

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Changing Our Perception Process Isn't Easy 28:40

5M ago28:40

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Easy defined (adj.), "Causing or involving little difficulty or discomfort; Requiring or indicating little effort, thought, or reflection." We all want easy, right? I know I've asked for it and even prayed for it. Even if it is just for a short season. Yet, real spiritual and mental growth, often requires the opposite. In today's episode, I continu…

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The Elusive Power of Perception 23:45

6M ago23:45

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"What you see and what you hear depends a great deal on where you are standing. It also depends on what sort of person you are" (C. S. Lewis, The Magician's Nephew). Did you know that "your mindset plays a significant role in determining your life's outcomes?" We all have a mindset: expectations, assumptions, and perceptions that help us (or hurt u…

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Advent Glimmer: May Our Thoughts Be True Light 6:59

6M ago6:59

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"When we are confined inside the dark house of suffering, that moonlight might find a window into our dark house of suffering." -John O'Donohue We spend our last Wisdom Wednesday revisiting the ancient wisdom of John O'Donohue's For Light, listening for truths we can apply to our lives. After re-listening, one sentence caught my attention: "May our…

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Advent Glimmers: May Our Eyes Have Kindness and Reverance 6:56

6M ago6:56

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"When we look into our hearts, may our eyes have the kindness and reverence of candlelight." -John O'Donohue How is your glimmering going? I'm here in Belgium welcoming my third grandchild into this wintry, Christmas season. What a delightful light-filled time to be born. In this meditative lectio divina Advent Glimmer, I read the gentle words of I…

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Advent Glimmer: Joy-Building 22:22

6M ago22:22

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"Joy levels are like the temperature of an oven. We can choose our ingredients carefully, but the oven temperature will determine what our careful preparations will yield. Consider the effect of angry or joyful parents on family prayer and Bible reading. As joy increases so does the chance that transformation will go in a positive direction. Joy le…

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Do You Have a Glimmer Block? Part 2 34:46

7M ago34:46

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"As we delve into the realm of positive psychology, we uncover a wealth of evidence supporting the notion that focusing on positive moments contributes significantly to our overall well-being. Psychologically, this emphasis on positivity is linked to the broaden-and-build theory proposed by Barbara Fredrickson. According to this theory, positive em…

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Do You Have a Glimmer Block? 34:19

7M ago34:19

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"In the tapestry of our busy lives, the art of mindful living emerges as a guiding thread, leading us toward a richer, more meaningful existence. Mindfulness, a practice rooted in ancient traditions and now validated by modern science, serves as a gateway to heightened awareness of the present moment - a key element in the journey of discovering an…

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Season 14: Glimmers of Grace 32:13

7M ago32:13

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"Glimmers are tiny micro-moments of joy that allow us to feel calm and give us a sense of inner peace" (Heather Alfonso, Glimmers: Cultivating Joy in Everyday Moments). What if I told you it is possible to find glimmers of grace in the possible grind of the holiday season? Would you believe me? I'm curious to hear your answer. Welcome to Season 14:…

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Seeing Things From a Fresh Perspective 25:48

7M ago25:48

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“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight and no vision.” ― Helen Keller Welcome to Part 2 of my conversation with Alan Wright, pastor and author of "Seeing as Jesus Sees." Together, we explore the importance of seeing things through Jesus's eyes and how it can bring a new perspective and awaken joy. Alan and I discuss the process of p…

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When Our Eyes Are Opened 28:39

7M ago28:39

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"There's almost no limit to how much we can change when our eyes are opened." -Alan Wright Today, I speak to Alan Wright, Pastor, and Author of "Seeing as Jesus Sees: How a New Perspective Can Defeat the Darkness and Awaken Joy," about a little prayer that changed everything for him. When I received his book on my birthday, I was immediately drawn …

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Unhurried is the Best Path, Part 2 28:18

8M ago28:18

28:18

"With the overwhelming pace of life, many of us struggle to stop long enough to be present. Our long to-do lists and full calendars leave little breathing room to hear from God. We know we need to slow down but we don't even know how to begin." Today's guest, Alan Fadling, has spent years coaching leaders and communities on how to live an unhurried…

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Love Can't Be Hurried 25:02

8M ago25:02

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"Jesus lives at the pace of his father's priorities." -Alan Fadling, A Year of Slowing Down In this episode, I am joined by guest Alan Fadling, the author of A Year of Slowing Down: Daily Devotionals for Unhurried Living. Alan and I discuss the concept of unhurried living and the importance of slowing down to notice and prioritize what truly matter…

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Women, Work, & Calling: What is Imposter Syndrome? 34:47

8M ago34:47

34:47

Has self-doubt about your capabilities, giftings, or qualifications ever held you back from a job or service? Is low self-esteem or self-worth keeping you from shining your light in your spheres of influence? I sure have. This phenomenon is called Imposter Syndrome and in Part 2 of my conversation with Joanna Meyer, author of Women, Work, and Calli…

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Women, Work, & Calling: What is Vocational Imagination? 41:26

8M ago41:26

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Joanna Meyer, author of "Women, Work, and Calling: Step Into Your Place in God's World," is with us this week to share a vital message: The world needs who God made you to be!" Since 2015, Joanna has had the privilege of leading the Denver Institute for Faith & Work's programming for Christian women about work and calling. Her commitment flows from…

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How A.W.E. Can Heal Your Heart 43:20

8M ago43:20

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This episode is a bit longer than our normal show, but it includes two meditative "A.W. E." Canvas Method exercises led by Jake Eagle, co-author of The Power of AWE: Overcome Burnout & Anxiety, Ease Chronic Pain, Find Clarity & Purpose In Less Than One Minute a Day." Jake writes, "A.W.E. counters the busy, distressing ways we carry out our lives ev…

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Get the Love of God Into Your Bones 19:19

8M ago19:19

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"We are called to extravagant action but that must be grounded in extravagant devotion." -Chris Rice, From Pandemic to Renewal Welcome to Part 2 of my riveting conversation with Chris Rice, author of From Pandemic to Renewal: Practices for a World Shaken by Crisis." We are in a world on fire. How do we handle living in the Pandemic Era? Today, Chri…

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Embracing Conflict: Finding Love and Truth in the Midst of Pain and Division 48:35

8M ago48:35

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"Love without truth lies. Truth without love kills." -Chris Rice, "From Pandemic to Renewal" What might happen in our world and the bigger world if we, as followers of the Jesus Way, release His power in our lives? As you know, I've been on a journey to learn more about the depths of God's love towards me. Real love. Unconditional love. Love withou…

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A Choice to Love Every Day 38:16

9M ago38:16

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Love is God's language. On a plane ride home, I watched a charming Netflix movie, "Love at First Sight," and was gripped by the last line, "We all have a choice to love every day." We all have a choice to love every day. Yet, so many in our world make a choice to hate every day. Just turn on the news. In this "birthday episode" of my podcast, I ret…

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Moving Toward My Beloved, Authentic Self 40:56

9M ago40:56

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The Enneagram is one of the primary tools of my private practice. I've never found another personality typing system that gets to the "motive of our heart" like the Enneagram. It isn't the Bible or even the "gospel of personalities," but it is a useful tool that helps us build stronger relationships. In Part 2, Spiritual Director, Marilyn Vancil, a…

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Lessons on Love from the Enneagram 39:37

9M ago39:37

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"The Enneagram is a tool God can use to aid us in the spiritual process of self-examination, leading to greater self-knowledge and confession on the way to spiritual transformation" (Self to Lose, Self to Find: Using the Enneagram to Uncover Your True, God-Gifted Self). Spiritual Director Marilyn Vancil is with us today to talk about her new book, …

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Finding God's Love in Psalm 63 34:28

9M ago34:28

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"Growing in our relational knowledge of how to connect and love requires a lot of practice. And it requires deliberate practice. We need to focus on specific outcomes that stretch us beyond our current relational knowledge and spiritual maturity level. We need to rely on methods taught in Scripture and developed by spiritual masters further down th…

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Choosing Love Over Self-Centric Despair, Part 2 23:02

9M ago23:02

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In his newest book, "Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age," author and pastor Jay Kim, writes, "One of the most effective ways of lulling us in is to situate us in a never-ending loop of comparison, which eventually breeds contempt, before finally devolving into unprecedented levels of self-centric de…

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Choosing Love Over Self-Centric Despair 34:55

9M ago34:55

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What is self-centric despair? Today's guest, Jay Kim, lead pastor of Westgate Church in Silicon Valley, is going to tell us all about it. In his newest book, "Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age," Jay writes, "Much of my loss of contentment was connected to the persistent sense of self-centric despai…

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Everything Comes Down to Love 21:40

9M ago21:40

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In a recent podcast, I heard Arthur C. Brooks, co-author of "Build the Life You Want," earnestly proclaim, "Everything comes down to love." His words took my breath away because that is what "Today's Heartlift with Janell," is all about. As Heartlifters, we stand in the center of our spheres of influence radiating a healthy sense of self, healthy b…

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What Are You Longing For? 13:03

10M ago13:03

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Longing invites curiosity. Irish Poet, David Whyte writes this about longing, "Longing is nothing without its dangerous edge, which cuts and wounds us while setting us free, and beckons us exactly because of the human need to invite the right kind of peril." Season 12's invitation to slow down the pace of our lives has left us finally exhaling from…

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The Power of Longing, Part 2 20:00

11M ago20:00

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Longing and Waiting often walk hand-in-hand. In today's conversation, Janell and Cally Logan, author of Dear Future Husband, talk about the process of waiting for your longing. This involves a great deal of longsuffering and patience. Again, Janell asks, "What are you longing for?" Dig into the archives and find even more resources on waiting and p…

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