This week on Talk Therapy we are digging into the art of listening. While it is true that some people are more natural listeners than others, it is is still an art that we all must work on in order to have thriving relationships and meaningful conversations. Today we talked about the acronym SOLER when it comes to the art of listening: sit squarely maintain an open posture at times, lean in demonstrate appropriate eye contact relax You can learn more here: https://rachaelgilbert.com/learn-to-lis...
Jun 15, 2020•9 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Wendy Speake about her new book, The 40-Day Sugar Fast: Where Physical Detox Meets Spiritual Transformation . As a trained actress and heartfelt Bible teacher, Wendy ministers to women's hearts through storytelling and Biblical life applications. Co-author of the popular parenting books Triggers and Parenting Scripts, and host of the annual 40 Day Sugar Fast. Wendy lives in Southern California with her husband Matt and their 3 sons, where sh...
Jun 10, 2020•45 min
This week on Talk Therapy we're talking about what it really looks like to treat your body like God's temple. Renewed: 21-Days to a Submitted Heart, Sound Mind and Strong Body devotional To learn more, please check out my Biblical Body Image series: #32: Real Talk about Biblical Body Image #33: 5 Reasons We Struggle with Body Image #34: The Power of a Submitted Heart & Sound Mind #35: Simple Steps for a Strong Body Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
Jun 08, 2020•8 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachel we’re talking with Rachel Macy Stafford. Rachel Macy Stafford is a writer with one goal: to help people choose love as much as humanly possible. Her latest book is Live Love Now: Relieve the Pressure and Find Real Connection with Our Kids . She is also the New York Times bestselling author of Hands-Free Mama , Hands-Free Life , and Only Love Today . She is a certified special education teacher with a Master’s Degree in education; an in-demand speaker; and a bel...
Jun 03, 2020•38 min
In the last few weeks on Talk Therapy, we have taken a deep dive into our emotions. This week we are going to put our thoughts on trial. Your root (thoughts) affects your mood (feelings) and your mood affects your behavior (actions)! In other words, renew your mind, and your life will follow. To follow along with today's short episode, download this guide from therapist aid: Putting thoughts on trial (PDF Download) You can also grab the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy worksheet that Rachael referen...
Jun 01, 2020•9 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Tracey Mitchell about her new book “ Becoming Brave: How to Think Big, Dream Wildly, and Live Fear-Free ”. Tracey is an international speaker, a published author of the inspirational Downside Up, TV Host of Life From DFW , and CEO of 'The Winning Woman' Consulting Group. Her love of life is evident, as is her passion for Christ and compassion for hurting people. Living in Dallas, Texas, Tracey is a wife and mom. We're talking about: As we ta...
May 27, 2020•33 min
This week on Talk Therapy we're concluding our series about emotions. If you haven't, please listen to parts one and two of this series as well. In this episode, I'm talking about expressing our emotions and validating the emotions of our loved ones with humility and courage. For more communication tips, please visit rachaelgilbert.com/marriage . Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
May 25, 2020•8 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Kate Battistelli, author of The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible? . Kate Battistelli is living proof God can and will use anyone if they’re willing. Kate experienced infertility, miscarriage, an abortion at age 18, and four failed adoption attempts, which all wreaked havoc on her life. Kate had a life-changing experience as a young actress in New York City, going from understudy to starring as Anna in the Broadway National...
May 20, 2020•48 min
This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael we're continuing our series about emotions. If you haven't listened to part one about identifying your emotions , I suggest you start there. In part two I'm sharing about the importance of feeling our emotions - both good and bad - and inviting God to help us learn through them. Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
May 18, 2020•10 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Addison Bevere, who just published his new book, “ Saints: Becoming More Than Christians ”. Addison appreciates the simple things in life—time spent playing with his four kids, late-night conversations with his wife, interesting words that no one uses, a meaningful day of work, and, of course, a good book. Addison is also the COO of Messenger International , an organization that impacts millions of people in over 150 countries through its va...
May 13, 2020•41 min
This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael we are talking about emotions. What are they? Why should we identify them? Emotions are not the enemy. The more we embrace them, the less they control us. Not feeling or expressing emotions only makes them grow and get expressed in awkward ways. You can find the resources discussed in this episode here . Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
May 11, 2020•10 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Lisa Bevere about her new book “ Strong: Devotions to Live a Powerful and Passionate Life ”. Lisa Bevere’s authentic and passionate teachings weave profound biblical truths with practical application. A New York Times best-selling author, her books are in the hands of millions worldwide. Lisa and her husband John are the founders of Messenger International. WHAT WE'RE CHATTING ABOUT: Strong is not wrong. Meekness is not weakness, meekness is...
May 06, 2020•44 min
This week on Talk Therapy I'm sharing a personal story about how God redeemed something precious in my life and He wants to do the same for you. God is good and it's His desire to bless us. Numbers 6:24-26, "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
May 04, 2020•5 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Esther Fleece Allen about her book, “ Your New Name: Saying Goodbye to the Labels That Limit ”. CNN has called Esther one of “Five Women to Watch in Religion,” USA Today has named her one of the “New Faces of Evangelicalism” and Christianity Today has called her “one of the 50 women shaping the church and culture.” She is a graduate of the Oxford Center of Christian Apologetics and is currently in seminary. Her favorite new names are “wife” ...
Apr 29, 2020•39 min
Today on Talk Therapy we are discussing common signs of burnout and how to avoid it. The following steps can help with self-assessment: Ask yourself difficult questions about how you are. My favorite question to ask friends and clients is, "how is your heart?". Answer honestly. The more honestly you can answer these questions, the better prepared you will be to make changes, as necessary. Utilize this self-care assessment form Try these self-care ideas Don't forget, self-care is a multi-dimensio...
Apr 27, 2020•9 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Dr. Jim Bob Haggerton, husband of Dr. Cindy Haggerton, who is a former guest on our show - an episode that is in the top three downloads of all time for this podcast. We talk about their marriage story from his perspective and how they got things back on track after infidelity in their marriage and how strengthening their marriage helped them take on the valleys that life has given them. Dr. Haggerton describes himself as a super blessed guy...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr 3 min
This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael I'm talking about something that I'm struggling with right now - disappointment. Chances are that you are too on some level. The good news is that we're not alone. Psalm 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Dealing with Disappointment by Bill Goldner Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
Apr 20, 2020•8 min
This week we’re talking with Debra Fileta about her new book, “ Love in Every Season: Understanding the Four Stages of Every Healthy Relationship ”. Debra Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, relationship expert, and author of Choosing Marriage and True Love Dates . She's also the host of the hotline style Love + Relationships Podcast . Her popular relationship advice blog, TrueLoveDates.com , reaches millions of people with the message of healthy relationships. We're t...
Apr 15, 2020•34 min
This week on Talk Therapy with Rachael, I'm bringing to you a simple therapeutic exercise you can use when you feel overwhelmed - it's a different kind of bucket list. Take time to sit with the Lord and ask Him what is in your bucket that He has not given you the grace to carry. Read more here Matthew 11: 28-30, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your s...
Apr 13, 2020•9 min
This week we’re talking with John Eldredge, who just published a new book, “ Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad ”. John Eldredge is a bestselling author, a counselor, and a teacher. He is also president of Ransomed Heart, a ministry devoted to helping people discover the heart of God, recover their own hearts in God’s love, and learn to live in God’s kingdom. John and his wife, Stasi, live near Colorado Springs, Colorado. Today we're talking about: The more time you spen...
Apr 08, 2020•39 min
On this episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael we're talking about letting go and trusting that God will restore all we've lost. What to Do When You Don't Want to Talk to God Psalm 126:4, "Restore our fortunes, Lord, like streams in the Negev." Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
Apr 06, 2020•7 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking to Jennifer Allwood. Jennifer is a passionate cheerleader of women who adds Biblical truth to the modern-day “dream big” mantra. She’s the author of Fear Is Not the Boss of You: How to Get Out of Your Head and Live the Life You Were Made For and host of The Jennifer Allwood Show which holds a regular spot in the Top 25 Entrepreneurship Podcasts in the world with 1.5 million downloads. Her no-nonsense approach to doing things you are scared to do ...
Apr 01, 2020•41 min
On this episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael we're talking about expanding our faith and trusting God. Ephesians 3:20 MSG, "God can do anything, you know—far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us." Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
Mar 30, 2020•6 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Anne Beiler of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels . Anne Beiler began twisting pretzel in 1987 and grew a single farmer’s market stand into Auntie Anne’s Inc., the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. Her professional success, however, was forged after years of darkness, depression, and despair brought on by the death of her nineteen-month-old daughter. Anne’s personal story and entrepreneurial insights have been featured on many television...
Mar 25, 2020•46 min
On this episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're talking about a subject near to my heart - overcoming fear. Please visit RachaelGilbert.com/overcomefear to get my 3 Action Steps to Overcome Fear Guide . 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook ....
Mar 23, 2020•6 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with the author and Bible teacher, Lisa Whittle. She is also the creator of a companion video Bible study for Jesus over Everything . A pastor's daughter and longtime ministry leader in issues relevant to the church, Lisa is the founder of Ministry Strong and the popular Jesus over Everything podcast , which debuted in the top twenty-five of Christian podcasts. Her love runs deep to see people pursue Jesus for life, grow deep roots of faith, and wa...
Mar 18, 2020•46 min
On our first episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're taking a few deep breaths and talking about anxiety. 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." Connect with Rachael on the website , Instagram and/or Facebook .
Mar 16, 2020•7 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Trudy Cathy White, the daughter of Chick-fil-A founders S. Truett and Jeannette Cathy. Trudy recently released a book called A Quiet Strength: The Life and Legacy Jeannette M. Cathy , about the important behind the scenes role her mother plays in the Chick-fil-A institution to this day. Trudy is a native Georgian and is the co-founder of Lifeshape and Impact 360 Institute with her husband John. She is a speaker, author, and dedicated wife, a...
Mar 11, 2020•38 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Beth McCord, founder of Your Enneagram Coach, who has been an Enneagram speaker, coach, and teacher for more than seventeen years. She has been trained by the best Enneagram experts and has obtained her advanced certification in Enneagram coaching. Beth is passionate about coming alongside individuals and helping them rewrite their story, allowing them to see that lasting change, meaningful relationships, and a life of deep purpose are possi...
Mar 04, 2020•54 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Dave Willis, who spent thirteen years as a full-time pastor and is now a speaker, author, relationship coach, and television host for MarriageToday . Dave and his wife Ashley have four young sons and live in Keller, Texas where they co-host a podcast together, The Naked Marriage . Today we talk about his new book, “ Raising Boys Who Respect Girls ” and get into the nitty-gritty of the challenges that parents raising boys face today. Today w...
Feb 26, 2020•39 min
