Welcome to Real Talk with Rachael. Today, you are listening to talk therapy, a short segment of the show that releases at the beginning of the week to allow space for God to move in our hearts and speak into our lives. Last week I released an episode on why we need to process things. This week I am tackling the topic of jealousy. You can check out a blog I wrote previously about 3 problems with jealousy and 10 verses to overcome it here . I don’t know a person who has never dealt with jealousy. ...
Feb 15, 2021•11 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm chatting with author and national speaker, Katy McCown. Katy is president of She Laughs Ministries , a writer for Proverbs 31 Ministries , and a national speaker. Through all life’s uncertainties and surprises, she has learned some things about “living sure” even when the future is not. She and her husband, Luke, a former NFL quarterback, are raising six children on their ranch in Texas. Key points from today's conversation: Katy wrote her book after becom...
Feb 10, 2021•39 min
In this episode of Talk Therapy, I'm discussing what it means to process and why we need to do it. Even if you haven't experienced major trauma in your life, smaller traumas compound, but we often resist the discomfort that comes with processing. The fact is that you can process that trauma or it will process you. What are you afraid of processing? What do you think it’ll look like to process things? The action step for this episode is to think about something simple that upset you this week and...
Feb 08, 2021•9 min
In this episode of Real Talk with Rachael, I'm talking with Arden Bevere about his new book Redefined . Arden is the youngest son of John and Lisa Bevere and the cofounder of Sons & Daughters , a movement committed to raising up a generation of uncompromising followers of Christ who will transform our world. He has traveled the world doing ministry and speaking at conferences and has a passion to see his generation go further than any that came before it, fully alive in this God-adventure. K...
Feb 03, 2021•39 min
Last week I released an episode on the first "before and after" in the Bible. As I started this conversation on beauty I realize I am ruffling feathers or as some would say, stepping on toes. Actually, it is not I who is doing the ruffling but the holy spirit. Before we keep having these hard conversations I wanted to address why I feel called to bring up hard things. If you listen to our Wednesday interviews, which I hope you do as we have the most amazing guests every week, you might have noti...
Feb 01, 2021•7 min
In this episode of Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with my friend, Kat Lee who is passionate about teaching others how to jumpstart each day with a grace-filled, life-giving morning routine. She is a writer, speaker, podcaster, and founder of HelloMornings.org . She and her husband, Jimmy, live in Waco, Texas with their three children. Key points from today's conversation: Kat originally started her morning routines with the attitude that if it's worth doing, it's worth doing poorly. God time...
Jan 27, 2021•39 min
Last week I released an episode called "The Beauty Battle." I started the conversation about where this battle for beauty began and I challenged us to examine our hearts for any beauty idols. This week I am continuing that conversation about beauty. As I was scrolling through social media, I was noticing there were a lot of before and after photos. These photos are inspiring as we see the transformation that takes place when individuals commit to a program and they get incredible changes in thei...
Jan 25, 2021•7 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I’m talking with Amy Ford, the author of Help Her Be Brave: Discover Your Place in the Pro-Life Movement . She’s also the President and Co-Founder of Embrace Grace , a non-profit that inspires and equips the church to love single and pregnant young women by working with almost 700 churches across the nation, providing curriculum to help moms with unexpected pregnancies. Key points from our conversation: There's a misconception that pro-life work just means pic...
Jan 20, 2021•37 min
Recently God has drawn me to dive into how He defines beauty, and as I've studied the Bible, it turns out the first mention just chapters into Genesis. In this talk therapy, I'm discussing where the battle for beauty began and challenging you (and myself) to examine beauty strongholds and evaluate if they've become idols. We were never designed to be hyperaware of our bodies. If this is something you struggle with, take a moment to say this simple prayer, "God, help my inward beauty far outweigh...
Jan 18, 2021•10 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with international minister and best-selling author, John Bevere. He and his wife, Lisa, are the founders of Messenger International --a ministry committed to developing uncompromising followers of Christ who transform our world. John's heart to strengthen the local church has led to over 40 million translated resources being given to pastors and leaders in developing nations. When he's home in Colorado, you can find John playing card games with hi...
Jan 13, 2021•37 min
I had a topic prepared for today's talk therapy when God stopped me in my tracks and asked me to pivot to these 3 words - "take your place." I don't know about you, but I've been in a season of getting pushed around spiritually, and honestly, I'm sick of sitting by watching the enemy mess with us. He has no authority over us. It's time to take our place and use the weapons that God has given us - truth, righteousness, and peace. "Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor...
Jan 11, 2021•10 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Jon and Kathryn Gordon about their new book Relationship Grit: A True Story with Lessons to Stay Together, Grow Together, and Thrive Together . Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 22 books including 9 best-...
Jan 06, 2021•41 min
For the month of December, we have spent every Monday morning in a series called “ Process & Pray through 2020 ”. Last week we processed our health and this week we will process change, or as I like to call it, a forced pivot. DISCLAIMER: THIS DOES NOT REPLACE YOUR THERAPY APPOINTMENTS. USE THIS TIME TO SEE IF GOD REVEALS ANYTHING YOU NEED TO SEEK HELP TO PROCESS FURTHER WITH A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL. I think one thing we ALL have in common this year is that we were forced to make changes in ...
Dec 28, 2020•10 min
In case you don’t know, my husband and I own The Back & Body Clinic in Lewisville, Texas where we serve our patients with an integrated, team approach that listens to your healthcare needs. Our family is called to serve in this area of health, and we feel passionate about incorporating evidence-based practices with God’s word and his promises of healing. Let’s chat for a moment about the health issues that arose in 2020. Many of you listening have either had COVID or, may live in fear of get...
Dec 21, 2020•12 min
For the month of December, we will spend every Monday morning in a series called “Process & Pray through 2020”. Last week we processed disappointments and this week we will process emotions. I’m not going to teach on emotions this week but if you want to learn more about emotions, I encourage you to listen to the series we did on how to identify emotions earlier this year . DISCLAIMER: THIS DOES NOT REPLACE YOUR THERAPY APPOINTMENTS. USE THIS TIME TO SEE IF GOD REVEALS ANYTHING YOU NEED TO S...
Dec 14, 2020•11 min
For the month of December, we will spend every Monday morning in a series called “Process & Pray Through 2020”. Each week the focus will be different, but the theme of processing and praying will remain the same. I asked the Lord to show me 4 areas he wants us to process before we move into 2021 and those areas include disappointments, unexpected emotions, health (mental & physical), and change/forced pivot. DISCLAIMER: THIS DOES NOT REPLACE YOUR THERAPY APPOINTMENTS. USE THIS TIME TO SE...
Dec 07, 2020•11 min
This week’s Talk Therapy is the second in a two-part series about confrontation. In part one I discussed why the art of confrontation is necessary. You can listen here . In this episode, I’m sharing traits of a healthy confrontation vs. an unhealthy one and offer 5 practical tips for engaging in carefrontation. We cannot control how others will respond to confrontation, but we can approach it with a humble spirit and a healthy end goal. “When you recognize that you need to do something and you’r...
Nov 30, 2020•12 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with two-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and actress Jamie Grace about her mental health journey and her new book, Finding Quiet . Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, OCD, ADHD, and anxiety at a young age, Jamie actively advocates for joy, wellness, and mental health through the lens of music, film, and faith. An entertainer at heart, she regularly creates fresh content, including new music and weekly videos and episodes of The Jamie Grace ...
Nov 25, 2020•40 min
This week’s Talk Therapy is the first in a two-part series about confrontation. Or, as I like to call it, “carefrontation.” Whether you're a person who avoids it at all costs or someone who seeks it out, confrontation is necessary for healthy relationships. And when done well, it can be enlightening, empowering, and relationally connecting. When we fail to practice carefrontation we are building a wall between each other. Take time this week to evaluate your current relationships and ask God if ...
Nov 23, 2020•10 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Enneagram expert Ian Morgan Cron about the mental health aspect of the Enneagram. Ian is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram teacher, and host of the popular podcast, Typology . His national bestseller, The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery , is used around the world as people seek to better understand who they are. He and his wife, Anne, have three children and live in Nashville, Tennessee. We're talking ab...
Nov 18, 2020•37 min
Today's Talk Therapy episode was sparked when my daughter's 14th birthday got me reflecting on what I might've told my younger self. God reminded me of a blog post I had written years ago as a letter to my 15-year-old self . Consider taking some time this week to write a letter to yourself and see what God reveals to you. Questions to reflect on this week: What would you tell your younger self? What advice would you give her? What did she worry about that you realize didn’t matter? Does your cur...
Nov 16, 2020•6 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm chatting with Pastor Tim Ross about his new book Upset the World . Tim is the lead pastor of the multi-ethnic, multi-generational Embassy City Church in Irving, TX. Tim speaks both nationally and internationally strengthening believers with the Good News of Jesus Christ. He began preaching at the age of 20 years old and has already impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. His dynamic teaching style and uncanny ability to make people understan...
Nov 11, 2020•35 min
In this episode of Talk Therapy, I'm talking about the one thing that may be missing from your life - Jesus. If you're a follower of Christ, I encourage you to lean into Jesus more this week. There is power in His name. Whether it's a work situation, a struggling marriage, or a health challenge - whatever it is you're facing, say the name of Jesus. He is our counselor, our healer, and our peace. If you don't know Jesus, at the end of this episode I offer a simple prayer to invite Him into your h...
Nov 09, 2020•8 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with bestselling author Valorie Burton about her latest book Let Go of the Guilt: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Take Back Your Joy . Founder of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute (CaPP), Valorie has served clients in over 40 states and ten countries and written thirteen books on personal development, including Successful Women Think Differently , What’s Really Holding You Back and S uccessful Women Speak Differently . She is a frequent g...
Nov 04, 2020•34 min
In this episode of Talk Therapy, I'm talking about the power of presence, specifically your undivided attention in presence. This week I encourage you to give the gift of your undivided attention to the people around you, whether that's your family, co-workers, or the cashier at the grocery store. I also hope you'll spend some time seeking the Lord. If we communicate love by sharing our presence with others, how much more can we gain by giving our undivided attention to our Heavenly Father? Psal...
Nov 02, 2020•6 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with author Lisa Bevere about her new book Godmothers: Why You Need One. How to Be One. 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 . We're Talking About: how Lisa's experience with women in the church lead to God calling her to b...
Oct 28, 2020•37 min
In this episode of Talk Therapy, I'm sharing a simple tool for anxiety (specifically panic attacks) called square breathing. We all experience anxiety on different levels. Some are able to cope, while others are more susceptible to overwhelm. By learning how to recognize the signs of anxiety in our bodies, we can better practice relaxation techniques or, if necessary, choose the most beneficial kind of therapy. Philippians 4:6-7, " Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by pra...
Oct 26, 2020•9 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Kayla Stoecklein about her book, “ Fear Gone Wild: A Story of Mental Illness, Suicide, and Hope Through Loss ”. Kayla Stoecklein is an advocate for those confronting mental illness. When she isn’t busy raising her three young boys, you can find her on the beach, sipping an iced coffee and searching for little glimpses of heaven on earth. We're Talking About: Mental illness looks much different in textbooks than in real life. Suicide is brut...
Oct 21, 2020•38 min
In this episode of Talk Therapy I'm talking about the difficult, but important topic of suicide. Suicide is the leading cause of death in the US and has affected me personally, as I'm sure it has for many of you listening. If you're struggling at all with suicidal thoughts, please take a moment to consider if you really want to end your life or if you just need things to change. I also want to strongly urge you to seek help from a medical professional. You can call the toll-free National Suicide...
Oct 19, 2020•7 min
This week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Dr. Jon Chasteen about his first book, “ Half the Battle: Healing Your Hidden Hurts ”. Dr. Jon Chasteen is president of The King’s University and lead pastor of Victory Church, a multicampus church based out of Oklahoma City. Passionate about empowering and equipping the local church through the preparation of Christlike servant-leaders, Dr. Chasteen desires to lead TKU’s faculty and administration with transparency and authenticity. Prior ...
Oct 14, 2020•37 min
