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The Lies of Diet Culture with Leslie Schilling and Allie Marie Smith Aug 28, 2023

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Christian dietitian and nutrition therapist Leslie Schilling joins us to uncover the lies we've been told about our bodies and the negative effects of diet culture. She shares about her book "Feed Yourself: Step Away from the Lies of Diet Culture and into Your Divine Design." In this conversation, Leslie helps us understand diet-culture myths, fight the lies we've been told (and sold), and discover the truth about health, well-being, and how God sees us.

This conversation will help you:

Pinpoint the lies of diet culture all around you, even in our places of worship
Understand that health is far more than what we eat or how we move
Step away from the shame and guilt you may feel about your body
Trust your body and recognize the cues your body gives you
Identify what your body really needs
Find freedom in food and learn to define health for yourself

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Foundations for Mental Wellness — with Freddie Amos and Allie Marie Smith Aug 07, 2023

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Do you want to experience more joy, happiness and better mental health, but don't know where to start? Do you feel alone and overwhelmed? Be encouraged that there is hope for you and you can experience relief and healing. Freddie Amos, a women's counselor discusses the foundations of good mental wellness we can all lean into and that can guide us to improved mental health.

Freddie and Allie talk about:

Some habits or hang ups that negatively impact our mental health
Top 3 cornerstones of mental wellness
Why counseling is so great
How to respond to intrusive thoughts and transform our minds
Encouragement and hope for the girl or woman who wants to end her life
How to know when you need outside help

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About Us Wonderfully Made® is a national non-profit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping girls and women walk in their God-given value, identity, and purpose and lead flourishing, wholehearted lives. You belong here! Learn more about our programs, resources and young women's events at wonderfullymade.org

HerStory: From Sadness to Wholeness — with Freddie Amos and Allie Marie Smith Jul 24, 2023

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Freddie Amos is a women's counselor for Live Original, a ministry founded by Sadie Robertson Huff. Her passion is to help women of all ages walk in the abundant life God offers us. Freedie shares her story of going from depression as a girl and young woman and the journey God took her on to find healing and joy. Freddie knows firsthand the mental health challenges experienced by so many girls and young women today. Freddie's story will bring you the hope you need to press on in the midst of loneliness, unworthiness and depression and give you faith that there is light on the other side of your darkness.

About Freddie

Freddie Amos is a Dallas, TX native, attended Auburn University where she met her husband Parker, where she completed her masters in clinical mental health. Freddie is currently working for Live Original, a ministry founded by Sadie Rob Huff as a women's Christian counselor. Her passion is to help women of all ages walk in the abundance of life God has given to all.

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The Joy of Digital Minimalism — with Kate Merrick and Allie Marie Smith Jul 10, 2023

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Do you feel like you're constantly plugged into technology and are consumed by social media? Is this lifestyle making you anxious, sad and distracted? Be inspired and empowered by Kate Merrick and Allie Marie Smith's conversation about pursuing a life of digital minimalism that brings contentment, peace, adventure and joy. Kate and Allie share their experiences of how pursuing a life of digital minimalism has changed their lives for the better and how it can change yours as well.

Kate and Allie Talk About:

Their own journeys towards a life of digital minimalism
What's at stake if we continue to spend our lives on our phone
Practical tips to decrease the amount of time you spend on your phone and social media
How a lifestyle of digital minimalism leads to contentment, peace and joy

Kate Merrick is a wife, mom, and author of And Still She Laughs as well as Here, Now. She is the co-owner and designer of Mijas Del Mar (Daughters of the Sea), a collection of pre and post-surf styles inspired by vintage California and the golden lifestyle. She speaks, writes, creates, plays, and lives with her family in Carpinteria.

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Breaking Up with Your Ideal Self — with Christie Myers and Allie Marie Smith Jun 26, 2023

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Can you relate to having an ideal version of yourself you are incessantly trying to become through perfectionism, strife and overachieving? Our western culture pressures us to be perfect in every aspect of our lives. While we may believe becoming our ideal selves will give us the fulfillment we are searching for, the reality is constantly trying to become someone we weren't created to be, robs us of joy and contentment. In this conversation we talk about how breaking up with our ideal selves frees us to live authentically as the girls and women God made us to be.

In this conversation Allie and Christie talk about:

The formation of our ideal selves
How chasing our ideal selves robs us of contentment and joy
Allie and Christie's continuing journey of surrendering their ideal selves
How perfectionism disconnects us with others and how authenticity and brokenness brings connection
How turning away from a self-focused life sets us free

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Holding on to Faith While Dealing With Loss — with Tori Parris and Christie Myers Jun 19, 2023

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Grief is an intimate, personal pain that is often hard to discuss, even years after loss. For some, grief begins before a loved one passes as we watch their health deteriorate before our eyes. Tori Parris, an internationally acclaimed recording artist, shares her personal journey about how grief grew in waves that hit suddenly and hard after her father's cancer diagnosis. Tori offers words of comfort to those who are preparing for a loss, experiencing loss, or seeking to better understand the pain a loved one is going through. She provides suggestions for coping with grief as well as prayers that guide one spiritually through the grieving process.

Tori and Christie Discuss:

Tori's personal story of loss
The difference between mourning and grieving
How creative practices can aid in the grieving process
Why we don't have to grieve the loss of loved ones as the world does but rather with the hope of Jesus
How we all will grieve differently

Tori Parris is an internationally acclaimed recording artist known for her energetic performances and fun personality. Whether in schools, churches, prisons, or hospitals, Tori is passionate about sharing the gospel. She has toured extensively for the past decade, performing her music and teaching at workshops, conferences, and universities. Tori has opened for bands such as Plumb, For King and Country, Tenth Ave. North, Brit Nicole, Skillet, Sidewalk Prophets, and more. Tori holds numerous national and international awards and is a voting member of the Gospel Music Association.Prior to publishing Love Is Never Lost: Standing Strong in Faith While Grieving with Whitaker House, Tori self-published the books Pure and Jesus Kisses. Her passion is to see this generation fall back in love with Christ.

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Healing from Sexual Trauma — with Nicole Bromley and Allie Marie Smith Jun 13, 2023

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Sexual abuse survivor, author and international speaker Nicole Bromely shares her journey of the long road of healing from sexual trauma. Whether you or a loved one have survived sexual abuse, rape or assault, our conversation with Nicole will give you hope and remind you that you are not alone. This episode discusses sensitive topics and is for mature audiences only. Nicole and Allie talk about:

Nicole's story of surviving childhood sexual abuse
The importance of breaking your silence with safe people
Encouragement for survivors of sexual trauma
How to take care of and nurture yourself as you heal
Tools, practices and resources to equip you as you find healing

Nicole Braddock Bromley is an international advocate for survivors of sexual abuse and exploitation.

She has authored 4 books, produced 2 films and is co-host of the OneVOICE Podcast..

In 2012, Nicole went undercover to the brothels of Cambodia, where she met with child sex slaves and helped them tell their stories for an international film project. In 2014, she founded a non-profit OneVOICE4freedom that stops child sex slavery around the world through prevention education and care for the world's most vulnerable children and families. In 2020, Nicole launched UNLEASH, an e-course and a live online support community for survivors of sexual abuse and leads their weekly meetings. For 22 years, Nicole has traveled extensively as a voice of awareness, prevention, hope and healing to some of the most vulnerable populations around the world, as well as to some of the most prestigious universities, companies and conferences.

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The Joy of Creativity over Consumerism — with Christie Myers and Allie Marie Smith Jun 06, 2023

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Be inspired to turn away from a life of over consumerism and discover the joy that comes with creating things you love and enjoy. God is the Creator of all things and we have been created in His image to create. You have unique gifts and talents to bring the world through your own creative expressions. Do you ever find yourself in a cycle of overconsumption whether it's a shopping addiction, constant NetFlix binging, overeating or endless scrolling on social media? Constant consumerism never satisfies and leads to an unfilling life that lacks meaning. Discover the joy of a life of creativity over consumerism.

Your hosts Allie Mare Smith and Christie Myers discuss

Why creativity is an essential purpose we've been created for
How the practice of creativity can make you come alive and live out your purpose
The different ways we over consume which robs our joy and never satisfies
How perfectionism, distraction and comparison kill our creativity

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Heal Body Shame — with Kassandra Baker and Allie Marie Smith May 29, 2023

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Letting go of the opinions you and others have of yourself and resting in who God says you are is a necessary step to find freedom from personal strongholds. This concept coined by Pastor Timothy Keller known as "self-forgetfulness" can also apply to the negative relationship we may have with our bodies. Understanding and practicing self-forgetfulness has the power to heal us from body shame that keeps us from living the lives we are made for. Allie Marie Smith and Certified Life and Mental Health Coach Kassandra Baker discuss:

What self-forgetfulness is and how it can help you heal from poor body image
How to begin to fully accept the way God created your body
What Biblical identity formation is and how it impacts the way you show up in the world
The pendulum swing of pride and self-hatred which keeps us in bondage
How body idolatry and self-objectification keep us imprisoned
2 practices you can take today to cultivate a healthier relationship with your body
How to be released from what others think of you as well of your own opinion of yourself Kassandra Baker is a Certified Health, Life, & Mental Health Coach and Professional Speaker. She helps women who are trapped in unhealthy habits such as perfectionism, disordered eating, legalism, and people pleasing, so they can break free from dysfunctional behaviors in order to live free.

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Freedom from Disordered Eating and Dysfunctional Behaviors — with Kassandra Baker and Allie Marie Smith May 23, 2023

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Kassandra Baker, Certified Life, Health and Mental Health Coach joins Allie Marie Smith to share her story of finding freedom from unhealthy coping mechanisms such as perfectionism, disordered eating and people-pleasing. Our interview with Kassandra will give you encouragement, hope and practical tools to help you experience healing and freedom.

Kassandra and Allie discuss:

Kassandra's story of finding freedom from two eating disorders and unhealthy coping mechanisms
How people pleasing, perfectionism and control keep us in bondage
How she found life-saving support through people and tools
How bringing our struggles to the light and community helps us heal
Dysfunctional behaviors we use to mask pain
How dysfunctional behaviors are the symptoms deeper wounds and trauma
What neuroscience is and how it can heal our brains and transform our lives

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