Social Media Reset (Episode 331)

Ways that God cares when you’re battling with despair.

Today we are revising a favorite episode, where we shared the story behind another favorite Christmas carol, and how the words can help us draw closer to Jesus. What helps you find hope even when the holidays are hard?Resources4 Beloved Christmas Carols and the True Stories behind ThemWhat Your Mind Needs for Anxious Moments by Holley Gerth

In this episode, Jennifer shares some fond memories of Christmases that were far from perfect but by far the ones that meant the most. Resourceshttps://holleygerth.com/the-gift-of-rest/

We are revisiting a very special episode, where we share the story behind one of our favorite Christmas carols and how the words can help us draw closer to Jesus. What has God been doing in your life that you want go tell on the mountain (or the podcast)? Resources4 Beloved Christmas Carols and the True Stories behind ThemFreedom by Jennifer Watson

If gratitude doesn’t always come naturally to you, you’re not the only one. Holley explains the brain science behind why that’s true and then walks you through seven questions that can help. ResourcesPrayers for Peace of Mind by Holley Gerth

Sometimes gratitude isn’t as simple as it seems. We talk about what being grateful really means, how it’s okay to feel the whole range of emotions, and which little practices help us most. ResourcesIf you’re grateful for More than Small Talk, will you take a moment to leave us a review? Thank you!

We overcommit like it’s an extreme sport—forgetting that God never asked us to meet every need. What He asks is much simpler: “Come to Me.” But in our striving, we often treat rest like a reward instead of a requirement. ResourcesWhat If You’re Doing Better Than You Think? by Jennifer Renee Watson

How do you want people to feel in your presence? In a world where it seems like unkindness has become common, we can still choose to communicate with love, grace, and courage. ResourcesWhat If You’re Doing Better Than You Think? by Jennifer Renee Watson

What might I learn if I listened to the words I speak over my own heart.www.tsuzanneeller.com

If you’re hard on yourself, join us for a conversation about turning your inner critic into your inner advocate. We cover brain science, biblical truth, and practical steps.Resources365 Truths for Every Woman’s Heart by Holley (download a free excerpt at HolleyGerth.com/365)