One of the most stigmatized and emotionally vulnerable and painful times is during a season of separation and divorce. This episode encourages us to know that we can find grace and growth even in those difficult moments and become, as Rev. Dr. Marisha champions..."residue-free"! Whether you're in a marital break-up or any other time of heartbreak from a relationship ending, this conversation will lift you and leave you prepared to take your next steps to getting FREED UP! If you're in need of pr...
Aug 31, 2020•25 min•Season 3Ep. 36
This episode is an unscripted, transparent conversation with one of my confidants about our experiences of anxiety in this season. We share the raw and the real including what God is showing us to help us get freed up from excessive worry, anxiety and fear. If you've had any bouts of anxiety lately or any other overwhelming emotion that you know needs some attention in your life, you'll appreciate this talk. Listen in right now! If we can pray for you, please reach out to us: connect@freefilledf...
Aug 17, 2020•40 min•Season 3Ep. 35
Courage requires us to practically live out our faith and hope everyday. In this episode, Melissa shares the strategies and tools she used to courageously embrace every day during and after her health crisis/near-death experience. Tune in to hear the 'other side' of her story. It's amazing to be on that "freed up" journey! We would love to invite you to subscribe to Freed Up so that you won't miss any episodes, especially right now. They are truly inspirational and offer such practical steps we ...
Aug 03, 2020•24 min•Season 3Ep. 34
The pandemic came out of nowhere and significantly altered our lives. And yet, a health crisis hit Melissa's life that was harrowing and life-threatening and felt like its own pandemic in her world. Tune in to Part 1 of her story to hear more. We hope you'll be just as inspired by her miracle, as we are. If you are going through a health crisis or any difficult experience and want prayer or just need an encouraging word, please reach out to us at: connect@freefilledfavored.com. We are here for y...
Jul 20, 2020•28 min•Season 3Ep. 33
We're all ready for this pandemic to be over! And yet, God wants us to rest in this moment and surrender our need to control this time...to Him. Pastor Denise Foxx, Spiritual Life Director, Coach and Mentor shares critical life wisdom and practicality with us so that we can learn to "float" in this season, and others, trusting God and living gratefully in the present moment. That's how we optimize our spiritual, mental and emotional health... you gotta hear this one! Also, if you are traveling f...
Jul 06, 2020•40 min•Season 3Ep. 32
What does healing from racism look like? And how do we keep hope in the midst of the protests, riots and the pain from the deaths of black men in our country? What do black men need to hear from us? Lexie O and I discuss all of this and more in this episode. This is one of the most important conversations we've had, to date, on Freed Up. Make sure you hear it! On June 8, Freed Up just made one full year of podcasting and we'd love to have you join us as a regular listener! If you haven't already...
Jun 22, 2020•31 min•Season 3Ep. 31
The awakening around race issues in our country and the world has been historic and unprecedented in these last several days. As a result of all that is happening in this pandemic and the protests around civil rights, we must pay attention to our spiritual, mental and emotional health even more now, as we find ourselves navigating these changing and increasingly challenging times. We're talking all about it in this episode with Lexie O., an experienced community engagement professional who share...
Jun 08, 2020•26 min•Season 3Ep. 30
Some have said that they feel stuck and immobilized in this pandemic season. As Freed Up takes a last look back before our 1st year anniversary in June, let's be reminded of how to leave stuck places...this one is a 'right now' word, I promise! If you need prayer during this time, please reach out at connect@freefilledfavored.com. And remember always...God loves you. I love you. Make sure you take care of YOU! Walking this road with you, Tina...
May 25, 2020•17 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Freed Up is almost a year old! And because of you, we are committed to continuing the journey that we started together...one that allows us to live 'freed up" and not fed up! This episode is a walk down memory lane and includes excerpts from your favorite episodes over this last year. Take a listen! If you would like to share any comments on this past year's episodes or suggest topics you would like Freed Up to cover in this next year, send your thoughts and ideas to connect@freefilledfavored.co...
May 11, 2020•17 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Unhealthy thinking patterns generally precede challenging emotions like depression and anxiety and unhealthy thinking patterns can lead us down paths that are detours from our road to being freed up. This episode will dive into some of the most common negative thinking styles and discuss what we can do to combat them and change them. This is one we can all benefit from...especially now! Be sure and share this one with a friend or listen to via a zoom meet-up. If we can change our thoughts, we ca...
Apr 27, 2020•24 min•Season 3Ep. 27
If we can master our thoughts, we can master our lives. Most of all, we can live "freed up!" This episode is the first of two - parts where we discuss the need for courage in facing our thoughts and we also explore an important, under-utilized tool for helping us to manage the thoughts that press in on us, each and every day. Take a listen! As always, remember...God loves you. I love you. And make sure you take care of you! God's Best, Tina P.S. Tell a friend this week about the Freed Up podcast...
Apr 13, 2020•26 min•Season 3Ep. 26
The last few weeks have caused many to scratch their heads and ask "What just happened?" In spite of the global pandemic and the effects of the Coronavirus, God knows exactly what happened, and most importantly, he knows what will happen. His word to us is that we will get through this! This bonus episode illuminates how we can successfully navigate through this season and hold tightly to our spiritual, mental and emotional health. Get a listen in! If you are in need of prayer during this diffic...
Apr 07, 2020•16 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Overcoming childhood trauma and generational poverty is not easy. Yet it is possible! Not only is it possible to survive, but it's possible to thrive in spite of it and to live a life that is 'freed up'! Take a listen in to the conclusion of our two-part series with Aelicia, affectionally known as "Chocolate", as she shares her incredible story of courage in the face of exceptional experiences of trauma and hers and her husband's unbelievable love story that is sure to make your mouth drop. Yes....
Mar 30, 2020•31 min•Season 3Ep. 23
These are challenging times...viruses, cancellations, life that is ever changing; and comfort zones are drifting away. BUT GOD! Sometimes we just need to be reminded and encouraged that we CAN OVERCOME it all! Listen in to this episode as Aelicia affectionally known as "Chocolate" shares her unbelievable story of courage in the face of exceptional experiences of trauma. The only thing that I can say is "don't miss this one"! Also, remember, if you would like prayer or want to ask a question, fin...
Mar 16, 2020•26 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Do you want to understand how to grieve in a healthy way? Grief is a natural and ongoing part of our life's journey. Losses will happen...and this episode will equip you with the tools you need to navigate your challenging seasons of grief. Tune in to this second part of Freed Up's discussion on grief. If you didn't hear the first part (the previous episode) you should make plans to listen to it, too! Have you had to courage-up in grief? I'd love to hear your story! If you'd like to share it, yo...
Mar 02, 2020•25 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Grief is perhaps and arguably one of the most challenging areas in our lives that calls us to courage-up! While we are fully aware that loss is a reality and necessary part of our lived experiences, we still find it difficult to reconcile its visitation upon our lives and manage its aftermath. Tune in to this episode to find out how to courageously feel the pain of loss...and grieve it! Also, we invite you to share your story with us, of overcoming a major loss--your story is sure to inspire and...
Feb 17, 2020•25 min•Season 3Ep. 20
One of the most difficult challenges we face in our mental health is courageously pressing through the effects of family dysfunction, chaos, and/or abuse. Listen in to this episode as Ebony shares her powerful story of overcoming this experience in her own life! No family is perfect...because they are made up of imperfect people,including us. So we have to show courage to heal from our pasts and live in healthier spaces in our present. This episode is yet another one that will inspire and encour...
Feb 03, 2020•34 min•Season 3Ep. 19
It takes courage to face the giants in our lives...especially a giant like addiction. But even that giant can be overcome! Listen in as Pat shares how she had to "courage-up" to get "freed up" from an addiction that plagued her for 20 years. Also, if you'd like to share your story of a time when you had to "courage-up" in a particular season or in a situation in your life, I would love to hear it! You can email it to connect@freefilledfavored.com. Also, if you'd like to receive prayer or have a ...
Jan 20, 2020•27 min•Season 3Ep. 18
2020 is YOUR year to conquer and overcome---it's time to "courage-up"! Courage in a general sense involves making a decision or taking action where a risk or a challenge is involved. Risks don’t offer comfortability. They don’t let us feel confident all the time and in control. And that is a big part of what causes our anxieties and phobias. Tune in to find out why you'll need courage to get "freed up"... and how to tap into it! We will need courage to press through to truly living our best live...
Jan 06, 2020•28 min•Season 3Ep. 17
It’s been said that the Christmas/New Year season is the happiest season of all. But with all that’s going on this time of year --managing the extra of the season in addition to life's regular demands--it can feel like you’re going under. Want some good news? Whatever you’re dealing with ---God’s got you! Listen in, and we'll tell you why you can absolutely be sure of this fact. Also, if you're taking some vacation time over the holiday season, we invite you to get caught up on any Freed Up epis...
Dec 23, 2019•17 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Last episode, we learned about the psychology of unhappiness. This episode shares three powerful solutions/weapons for getting unstuck from the roots of chronic unhappiness in our lives caused by self sabotage, toxic guilt and emotional torment. Tune in to hear Gaby, a licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist, discuss all of this and help us think through the next steps in getting freed up from this challenging stuck place. This episode concludes the Leaving the Stuck Place series. Be...
Dec 09, 2019•20 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Unhappy people are stuck people. Unhappiness saps our joy, sabotages our dreams, and keeps us locked in to discouragement and disappointment. Thank God we don't have to stay this way! Listen in to this episode where Gaby, a licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist, helps us understand the psychology of unhappiness. This is part 1 of a "must hear" topic and episodes. To catch up on other episodes from Freed Up, visit our website at www.freefilledfavored.com. Click on "sharing" and then...
Nov 25, 2019•34 min•Season 2Ep. 15
'Freed up' joy and peace are on the other side of bitterness...just ask Lex! This episode shares her powerful story about breaking free from bitterness after the heartbreaking ending of her marriage. You will want to hear her share the amazing promise of God that gave her "life" in that season and the spiritual disciplines that helped her leave the stuck place of hurt and anger. Gotta hear this! Alexus Rhone is an 'everyday chick' who is also a writer, producer, artistic theologian and "revoluti...
Nov 11, 2019•34 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Harboring bitterness is a pathway leading to a stuck place. This episode confirms why we need to pull up the roots of bitterness. It also offers some practical strategies for how to get freed up, from it. Make sure you tune in! Also, visit www.freefilledfavored.com for more episodes of Freed Up and some resources for more support. Reach out to share your story with me or to request prayer at connect@freefilledfavored.com. I'd love to hear from you! God's Best, Tina...
Oct 28, 2019•27 min•Season 2Ep. 13
This episode discusses the ways that we get stuck after a break-up or loss of a love relationship. We talk about the myths, the madness, and miraculous grace of God that meets us in our place of need when love has been lost. You better get your good ear on this one! By the way, have you visited www.freefilledfavored.com.? If not, what are you waiting for? It has lots of great resources and encouragement for you as you move toward your goal of being 'freed up'. If you would like to share how you'...
Oct 14, 2019•26 min•Season 2Ep. 12
No one plans a trip to go to a stuck place. It’s not on your bucket list and no travel agent offers it as an option for your next travel destination. The stuck places happen in our lives by way of unexpected detours and sometimes we get there by default. Stuck places are those places that we’ve planted roots down; we feel trapped, resigned to be where we are; unable to move, incapacitated; immobilized—hemmed up, and hemmed in. Though stuck places might happen unexpectedly, we have to be careful,...
Sep 30, 2019•24 min•Season 2Ep. 11
If we're going to be freed up, we have to courageously call it quits on what we’ve depended on for so long and walk away from those things that haven’t served us well. We have to believe that there is abundant life on the other side of our painful experiences. We have to trust that God wants to restore us and lead us in a new direction. So…what do you need to choose today? What do you need to walk away from? It’s time to courageously choose…yes, it feels scary and daunting... choose it anyway. C...
Sep 16, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On our journey to being freed up, it's so important to receive encouragement from others. Sometimes we think we're going through a life-season that no one else could understand... and we feel alone. Just hearing that others have experienced something similar and how they've pushed through it, fuels our hope and lifts our hearts. Listen to this interview with Janet, one of Freed Up's friends, as she shares about some recent experiences shouldering a heavy load of grief and her own health issues s...
Sep 02, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In today’s episode were going to take a breath after the first content series and celebrate the first phase of our journey together and I’ll provide answers to some questions that have been submitted from listeners. This is gonna be good! ####### I was a guest on the onnotice podcast, hosted by Sy & Drew. Their podcast exists to help millennials focus on what they need to do in their lives to live life on purpose and a life that leads to fulfillment. if you get a chance, hop on over to their...
Aug 19, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 7
We were made for intimacy; and intimacy was made for us. And that is why it should be our first and highest priority. Intimacy with God is absolutely vital to our spiritual growth and mental health. It is the filling station for our total well -being…for our hearts, souls, minds, bodies and spirits. As we intimately connect with God, his presence fills in the places in our lives where loneliness and depression try to live; his very essence fills in the holes & hurts in our hearts that exist ...
Aug 05, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
