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Hope for the Anxious Heart — JJ Heller Aug 09, 2021

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JJ Heller, popular singer, songwriter and children's book author joins us to share about her brave journey with anxiety and a panic disorder and how she has experienced God in the midst of it. If you wrestle with fear or anxiety, our conversation with JJ will remind you that you are not alone and that God has you in His hands. She shares a practical tip for dealing with anxiety and reflects on how God has used this struggle in her life to bring hope and comfort to countless people through her music. JJ shares about how she coped with fear during COVID and the song that came out of it. She tells us about her new children's book "A Hand to Hold" inspired by her song by the same name. Allie and JJ talk about redefining success for yourself and JJ shares words of wisdom she'd tell her eighteen-year-old self. JJ is a kind and humble soul and our conversation with her is sure to encourage you. For more encouragement visit our website at wonderfullymade.org and get our free guide "Whole and Free" we wrote just for you to help you walk in your true value.

Becoming a Woman of Influence — with Jessica Munoz Jul 26, 2021

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Jessica Munoz, Founder and President of Ho'ōla Nā Pua, an organization fighting against childhood sex trafficking inspires us to become women on mission who make a lasting and eternal impact in this world. Join us for a conversation about the difference between what our culture defines as an "influencer" and a woman of true influence. Set vanity metrics aside and be inspired to live a faithful life right where you are and to be used by God in ordinary and extraordinary ways as you step into your unique calling. Jessica shares encouragement for when you are weary from doing good and highlights some of the rhythms and disciplines she leans on that equip her to live out her purpose. Even if you don't do what the world might consider are big things or have a large social media following, know that you are a woman of influence as you love and serve the people in your life. Be inspired to live intentionally and play a part of a bigger story as you become a woman of lasting influence in a world in need of hope. For more encouragement visit our website at wonderfullymade.org and get our free guide "Whole and Free" we wrote just for you to help you walk in your true value.

Wisdom For a Centered Soul — with Jessica Cheung Jul 12, 2021

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Our amazing new co-host, Christie Myers interviews Jessica Cheung — actress, YouTuber and creator of the online ministry 31:30 Beloved. Jessica joins us to talk about her powerful story of healing and redemption and how to have a centered soul in a chaotic world. Jessica had a glamorous life, living in Beverly Hills, traveling to exotic places, dating GQ men, and partying with A-list celebrities. On the outside her life looked ideal, but she was immersed in an empty lifestyle of drugs, toxic relationships and was drowning in the pain of two abortions. Jesus met Jessica in her brokenness, restored her and set her on the road that leads to life. Jessica and Christie talk about finding stillness and living a spacious life. No matter what your story is, our conversation with Jessica will encourage you in your faith and inspire you to live more intentionally. For more encouragement, visit our website and get a free resource we wrote just for you at wonderfullymade.org.

Thriving As a Single Woman and Navigating Modern Dating — with Mandy Hale Jun 28, 2021

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Mandy Hale, blogger-turned New York Times-bestselling author joins us to talk about thriving as a single woman and navigating the crazy world of modern dating. Mandy shares inspiring wisdom for confidently embracing your unique story in a culture that tries to convince us we are not enough unless we are in a relationship. She shares some of the lies single women need to stop telling themselves and offers great tips for navigating dating apps. Mandy says, "There is a way to date with dignity, to refuse to let the swipe rule your life, to stand confident in your worth and not settle for less than you deserve, and to find love without losing yourself." In her new book "Don't Believe the Swipe," Mandy shares her journey as a passionate and thriving forty-two year old single woman to help you "stop the madness, reclaim yourself and start swiping right — on yourself." Be encouraged to know your value and step confidently into the life that is uniquely yours to live. Your life is precious and you have tremendous value. For more encouragement visit our website and get a free resource at wonderfullymade.org.

Rising Above Body Shame and Living Free — with Jess Connolly Jun 21, 2021

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Jess Connolly, author of "Breaking Free From Body Shame" joins us to help us heal from body image struggles and walk in freedom. An estimated 97% of women wrestle with body image issues which can interfere with the life we are created for. It's time to rise above cultural ideals about a woman's worth, reclaim what God has called good, and transform the way you see your body forever. Jess shares why self-image is not a superficial issue, but a spiritual issue and unpacks why body shame is so prevalent in our culture. Discover steps you can take on your own journey towards freedom as you replace the lies you've been believing with what God says is true about your body. For more encouragement and resources visit our website at wonderfullymade.org.

The Heart of a Woman — with Stasi Eldredge May 24, 2021

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Stasi Eldredge is an encourager of women and the author of many books including the bestseller Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul. Stasi joins Allie Marie Smith to talk about the heart of a woman. Stasi uncovers our longing to be loved, to play an irreplaceable role in a great adventure, and to bring life and beauty to the world. As a woman, you have been created to bear the image of God in a unique way to a lost and hurting world. We are invited to live a life greater than ourselves and to be transformed by the redeeming love of Christ. As we surrender our hearts to Jesus, we discover the life we have been created for and are invited to play an irreplaceable role in an eternal story. For more encouragement and resources visit our website at wonderfullymade.org

How Self-Objectification Makes Us Sick — with Allie Marie Smith May 10, 2021

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Self-objectification is thinking of yourself as a collection of body parts first, and as a person second. Objectification is an over-obsession with a person's body without regard to who they really are. Most of us are familiar with the idea of men and the media seeing women as objects, devaluing them in the process. But is it possible for us as women to objectify ourselves and even each other? In this short solo episode Allie Marie Smith tackles the concept of self-objectification and how it might be robbing us of the life we've been made for. Allie shares her own story of objectifying herself and how God has helped her break free from body shame and begin to see herself through His eyes. May this episode invite you to a time of self-reflection and inspire you to practice true body positivity. May you begin to treat yourself with kindness and dignity and live into your true identity and worth.

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5 Lies We Believe and the Truth Transforms Us — with Linda Franklin Mar 22, 2021

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Our guest, Linda Franklin, Allie's close friend who serves as an HR Director at a large church joins us to talk about five common lies women often believe.

These lies are:

I'm not good enough
I need to be in control
I'm unknown
My sin is too big or unforgivable
I must perform to be loved

If you can relate to believing any of these lies, this discussion will help you reflect on how they have been robbing you of God's best and equip you to trade them for what is true. Linda and Allie offer practical tips and strategies for renewing your mind so you can be transformed. Be encouraged that with God's help you can overcome the lies that are keeping you small and stuck.

Redeeming Rejection and Turning Pain into Purpose — with Kait Warman Feb 22, 2021

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Kait Warman, popular dating coach and author of "Thank You For Rejecting Me" joins us to talk about how to turn rejection into power and transform your pain into purpose. Kait shares her own journey of seeking validation from men and being in an abusive relationship. Today, as a thriving single woman Kait has personally experienced the sting of rejection more than once but believers her biggest life rejections have made her into the woman she is today. Kait shares some of the common ways women reject themselves and some of the steps towards healing. She shares why rejection is actually God's protection and redirection and for every nope you receive there is still hope . Kait tackles the subject of dating apps and gives powerful tips for navigating them with confidence, gratitude and an abundance mindset. We all experience some level of rejection in our lives and this conversation will help you move forward with a little more hope in your heart, believing God is directing your path and His plan for you is still good.

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Healing from Trauma — with Harmony Grillo Feb 16, 2021

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Harmony Grillo joins us to talk about the path to healing from trauma —whether it's from a one-time event or trauma experienced over a period of time. Harmony has overcome tremendous abuse and exploitation which she writes about in her memoir "Scars and Stilettos." She is also the Founder of Treasures, a faith-based survivor-led outreach and support group to women in the sex industry and survivors of sex trafficking. Harmony breaks down the difference between a traumatic event and chronic trauma and covers the three natural responses we experience and how they each affect us. Harmony shares powerful insights from her own recovery journey and offers practical tools you can use to help deal with trauma in a healthy way. We believe no level of trauma is insignificant and God wants us to be made well as we invite Him into the hard and painful parts of our lives.

Resources Mentioned: Scars and Stilettos 5 Ways to Cope When You Are Triggered Getting Past Your Past (Free download) The Body Keeps the Score

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