This episode came from a DM asking for a podcast on self-love. I’m diving into self-love from a biblical and psychological perspective, not the usual “woo woo self-help” angle. This will be a two-part series so stay tuned for the next one and I hope you feel inspired and encouraged!

HIGHLIGHTS

1. Love as the Basis: 1 John 4:19 reminds us that we can love because He first loved us. God’s love is the foundation.
2. Understanding “Self”: Our identity is rooted in being created in His image (Genesis 1:27). Knowing this helps us understand who we are and builds a healthy self-concept.
3. Self-Concept & Belief: We see ourselves through the “glasses” of our life experiences, shaping beliefs like “I am worthy” or “I’m not enough.” Childhood experiences often influence these beliefs.
4. Self-Love Definition: Self-love means accepting and valuing ourselves. It’s not always easy if we don’t feel connected to who we truly are.
5. Impact of Attachment: Early relationships shape our self-worth. For example, anxious or avoidant attachment styles affect how we view ourselves and our ability to feel loveable.
6. Inner Critic: Many of us develop a critical voice that undermines our worth. Recognizing this and countering it with God’s truth is essential for true self-love.

Self-love isn’t just about feeling good but about living in alignment with how God created us and stepping into our true identity.

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In this episode, I share how to move through a hard season well. Hard seasons are inevitable – the Bible says it rains on the just and the unjust. This means that we’re going to face tough seasons and walk through hard situations, but it’s possible not to be depressed and powerless in it all. I want to give you practical and actionable tools and steps to engage in a hard season while still showing up in it.

HIGHLIGHTS

1. Discern Your Season: Recognize the season you’re in—like the sons of Issachar, who understood their times (1 Chronicles 12:32).
2. Create a Vision: With no vision, we lose direction. Set goals—emotionally, physically, spiritually—like building trust or improving health.
3. Identify Root Causes: Is your struggle circumstantial or tied to past actions? Accept the consequences but also turn away from cycles of sin and create healthy habits in your life.
4. Reject Victimhood: Name and feel your emotions, but don’t let them control you. Focus on what you can change, and release what you can’t.
5. Practice Self-Control: Avoid unhealthy escapes. We’re called to be Spirit-led, not driven by fleeting desires.
6. Grow Through Challenges: Let trials mature you. James 1:2-4 reminds us that enduring hardships produces resilience and inner peace.
7. Build Healthy Routines: Establish routines that ground you, like exercise, checklists, and self-care—these basics can prevent burnout.
8. Manage Threat Responses: Recognize your stress responses (fight, flight, freeze, shutdown). Know your triggers and plan for them.
9. Set Small Goals: Build momentum with attainable steps, creating small wins that foster confidence.
10. Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge every moment you show up, no matter how small—it all adds up.
11. Find Purpose in Every Day: Stay grounded in the present. Use your senses, appreciate nature, and lean into each moment.
12. Lean on Your Community: Don’t be afraid to rely on others for perspective and support.
13. Stay Present, Don’t Check Out: There’s a difference between disconnecting and actively showing up. Practice presence.
14. Run Back to Hope: Hold onto hope—the joyful expectation of good.

HOW TO CONNECT WITH ME:

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In this episode, I share a practical, powerful, and spirit-filled Q&A session from Thrive with my friend and special guest, Jenn Johnson. Jenn is a wife, mom of five, worship leader, artist, and CEO of a thriving music label. Known for her passion for beauty, community, and holistic nurturing, Jenn is intentional in every part of her life, from her high-capacity leadership to building a home that welcomes people from around the world.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

- Living with Intention: Jenn shares how living on purpose has shaped her life, ministry, and vision, even in wilderness seasons.

- Staying Grounded: Practical daily habits and routines Jenn relies on to stay purposeful while juggling many roles.

- Navigating Busy Seasons: Tips on prioritizing what matters most without losing focus or burning out.

- Self-Care and Giving Back: Insights into meeting personal needs to remain strong for family and community.

- Handling Setbacks: How Jenn navigates disappointment and challenging seasons without getting stuck.

- Inviting God into Our Dreams: How to let faith guide us in pursuing God-given passions.

- Facing Life Transitions: How to keep loving God and others even when life gets turned upside down.

- Emotional Connection in Marriage: Tips for staying emotionally engaged in marriage amidst life's demands.

- How We Thrive: Jenn’s lasting words of wisdom on living a purposeful life.

Join us for this inspiring and practical episode, as Jenn gives us a glimpse into her life and the intentional practices that keep her thriving.

HOW TO CONNECT WITH ME:

Find me on social media @chantelleenelson for more engaging and practical content on how to show up to your life! And don't forget to visit comealivelifecoaching.com for more information on my offers and coaching.