In this episode, I'm focusing on three questions that can help us better understand how to have a healthy body image - Where does being unhappy with your body come from? What do body image issues cause? And what is a negative body image and a positive body image? We can’t change the fruit if we never address the root. I don’t want to offer you another diet or workout – I want to address your spirit, soul, and body. Are you ready to stop allowing your feelings to get the final say? Download my fr...
Dec 01, 2021•23 min
I want to warn you that if sexual, physical, or mental abuse is part of your story, you may want to skip this episode as parts of my guest’s story may be triggering for you. As we continue this series of facing off with your feelings, I invited author Lauren Nelson on the show to share her story of how developing a personal, intimate relationship freed her from the fear that gripped her after being sexually abused by a family member. If you’ve experienced something similar, remember that Jesus i...
Nov 24, 2021•37 min
Are you ready to stop allowing your feelings to get the final say? Download my free guide on how to live by faith and not by what you feel at jessicahottle.com/chase-god-podcast ! Ready to take it one step further? Get my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com My new book teaches you how worthy you are of love and healing because of our good Father in heaven. Writing from my own journey, I share simple, tangible actions steps for you to take as you work through the process of ...
Nov 17, 2021•33 min
Are you ready to stop allowing your feelings to get the final say? Download my free guide on how to live by faith and not by what you feel at jessicahottle.com/chase-god-guide ! Ready to take it one step further? Get my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com My new book teaches you how worthy you are of love and healing because of our good Father in heaven. Writing from my own journey, I share simple, tangible actions steps for you to take as you work through the process of he...
Nov 10, 2021•13 min
I am excited to be changing things up on the podcast. I am switching to seasons on the show so I can focus on specific topics. This entire season is based on facing off with your feelings in honor of my new book releasing this month, November. I will be addressing how to face off with your feelings of unforgiveness, towards your body, towards your abusive and dark past, and more. Be sure to hit follow on the top right hand corner of this episode that way you get every episode moving forward. Tod...
Nov 03, 2021•20 min
Pre-order my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com Many of us allow our feelings to be the engine in our lives instead of the caboose. We are run by our feelings when we run away from them. But as Jessica Hottle teaches, we no longer have to run and hide from our feelings. Our feelings can lead us into a deeper relationship with God. Whether you feel too busy to slow down; believe you are not worth the time, the effort, or the fight; feel so overwhelmed with where to start; o...
Oct 27, 2021•32 min
Pre-order my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com Many of us allow our feelings to be the engine in our lives instead of the caboose. We are run by our feelings when we run away from them. But as Jessica Hottle teaches, we no longer have to run and hide from our feelings. Our feelings can lead us into a deeper relationship with God. Whether you feel too busy to slow down; believe you are not worth the time, the effort, or the fight; feel so overwhelmed with where to start; o...
Oct 20, 2021•29 min
Pre-order my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com Many of us allow our feelings to be the engine in our lives instead of the caboose. We are run by our feelings when we run away from them. But as Jessica Hottle teaches, we no longer have to run and hide from our feelings. Our feelings can lead us into a deeper relationship with God. Whether you feel too busy to slow down; believe you are not worth the time, the effort, or the fight; feel so overwhelmed with where to start; o...
Oct 13, 2021•31 min
Pre-order my new book Face Off with Your Feelings at jessicahottle.com Many of us allow our feelings to be the engine in our lives instead of the caboose. We are run by our feelings when we run away from them. But as Jessica Hottle teaches, we no longer have to run and hide from our feelings. Our feelings can lead us into a deeper relationship with God. Whether you feel too busy to slow down; believe you are not worth the time, the effort, or the fight; feel so overwhelmed with where to start; o...
Oct 06, 2021•6 min
In this episode, I’m sharing my candid conversation with podcast host and pastor’s wife, Angie Elkins. In our chat, Angie opens up about what pastor’s wives want you to know but would never tell you like the unique loneliness they experience and the most hurtful thing you can do to a pastor as a church member. She also offers some practical ways we can better support the pastoral staff and their families and they give their lives ministering to us. Did you hear? My new book Face Off with Your Fe...
Sep 29, 2021•36 min
Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, but can’t figure out what’s at the root of it? Or maybe you’re dealing with chronic fatigue or an upset stomach and nothing seems to help? It’s possible that what’s causing your problems are actually repressed emotions. In this episode, I’m speaking with Integrative Health Pharmacist Kari Coody about how repressing our emotions impacts our physical health and what we can do to process our feelings in a healthy way. If you want to get the ...
Sep 22, 2021•26 min
Have you ever been in a conversation and thought to yourself, "What’s the point?" Or maybe you just wanted to give up. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 tips to help you have healthy conversations. Just remember it’s important to stay committed and connected and that every relationship will look different. When things come up, of course shutting down is easier than having a conversation, but people are worth fighting for. Resources mentioned: How To Stop Worrying About What Other People Think Lie: ...
Sep 15, 2021•26 min
At some point, we’ve all bought into the lie that we can do it all, but our energy is limited. In this episode, I’m talking with author Nicole Unice about how we can set boundaries that help us use our resources in the most effective way and that build connection with others. She also offers practical tips for how to express boundaries in a way that honors both you and the person you’re speaking to. Resources mentioned: The Miracle Moment: How Tough Conversations Can Actually Transform Your Most...
Sep 08, 2021•29 min
Do you feel tired and worn out from trying to keep everyone happy all the time? Do you feel like there is no time or space in your mind to deal with everyday situations? If your answer is yes to either of those questions, you’re in the right place. This episode is to help you build out your spheres of influence and remind you who should get the most of you. Not everyone will get all of you spiritually, emotionally, and physically and that's okay. You can't serve everyone 100% percent and not exp...
Sep 01, 2021•15 min
Are you wrestling with finding your identity outside of your titles or growing weary in the midst of a hard season? Then you’re not going to want to miss this conversation I had with author and podcast host Sarah Bragg about faith, life, and who you are beyond motherhood. Sarah recently released her new book A Mother’s Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith and Myself and in this episode, she shares about finding empathy for our kids, the power of starting small, an...
Aug 25, 2021•26 min
If you feel worn down and wondering where you lost your passion for what God has called you to do, you’re going to love my talk with the founder and CEO of Horacio Printing, Polly Payne. In this episode, we discuss the importance of defining your why, the problem with an “all or nothing” mentality, and how we can start gaining momentum today. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sig...
Aug 18, 2021•29 min
Dieting is the worst way to lose weight. The fitness industry teaches us that by losing weight we’ll become happy with our bodies and therefore happy with ourselves. But the truth is that we can't fix an internal problem with an external solution. Our hope is in our Savior and not a diet. In this Truth Talk, I’m breaking down the characteristics of a diet, how they can affect our thought process, and what we can do to reframe our perspective about eating. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your...
Aug 11, 2021•21 min
Do you feel overwhelmed, moody, fatigued, or frustrated? Have you considered that the time you’re spending on social media could be contributing to those feelings? Last month I investigated what would happen if I set healthy boundaries to create more space between me and social media. In this life update episode, I’m sharing about the daily habits I put in place that have helped me improve my mood, create the mental space I need to make better decisions, and produce the emotional space needed to...
Aug 04, 2021•24 min
For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this episode, I’m talking with Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer Clara Norfleet about where we get the idea that there is a so-called “perfect body” and discuss how to identify when your pursuit of fitness has become your idol. We also chat about how changing our mindset and focusing inward can make being healthy easier. Believing the lie, I must strive for the perfect body, can leave you feeling exhaust...
Jul 28, 2021•28 min
For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this episode I'm discussing forgiveness and why it’s important to me. For a long time, I carried the weight of pain, unwilling to let go. I thought to forgive meant to erase all that had been done. Forgiveness doesn’t mean reconciliation. That takes both parties coming together in agreement to work it out. Maybe that’s an option in this season, and perhaps it isn’t. Forgiveness takes one person. You. Your willingness to w...
Jul 21, 2021•23 min
For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this episode I’m joined by the Founder and Creator of She Works His Way, Michelle Myers. Today we are going to debunk the myth that striving equals success. Michelle was a self-described chronic striver, switching her focus from school to relationships to eating, then to work. It wasn’t until she found herself completely overwhelmed with trying to make her life easier that she realized that instead of doing something less...
Jul 14, 2021•35 min
For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this truth talk, I’m having a conversation with Revelation Wellness instructors Liz Patton and Summer Faith about trusting the Holy Spirit instead of diet culture. I invited my friends on the show to discuss this topic because we find many women are striving for their bodies to look a certain way, but end up feeling frustrated and defeated after trying various diets with little success. Liz, Summer, and I dig into how the...
Jul 07, 2021•35 min
To move from feeling to healing we must identify our foundation, understand and have compassion for what we are experiencing, and apply the Word of God to our lives as we stay in communion and relationship with others. In part 2 of Feeling to Healing, I’m giving you 5 steps to help process your emotions and renew your mind. Remember, shame doesn’t change us; change happens in the tension. There is kindness in slowness. And scripture is not a bandage, it’s the ointment for the wound. If you want ...
Jun 30, 2021•15 min
I changed who I was and sacrificed my beliefs, but all that did was land me in the backseat of a cop car. I needed to learn who God was to me, the truth of who God is, and who we are together. I needed to be able to feel so I could heal. I needed to learn who I was without anyone else. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 keys from my personal story and scripture about how we can lay the foundation to move from feeling to healing. If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the ...
Jun 23, 2021•14 min
In this Truth Talk, I’m speaking with author Bethny Hicks about how to hold both suffering and joy simultaneously. She talks us through setting boundaries, the process of healing, and how we can create and hold space for people around us who are suffering. We also look at the life of Jesus just before His crucifixion as an example of living with this dichotomy. So, if you’re feeling weary, are in need of encouragement, or some advice on how to set healthy boundaries for healing, this episode is ...
Jun 16, 2021•25 min
We’ve probably all heard “for such a time as this.” It’s this powerful phrase that’s used at a defining moment in time. In this Feelings Reset episode, I’m taking a look at the story of Esther and how her choice to risk herself to save the lives of the Jews challenges us to move from fear to faith. Are you living for something bigger than yourself right now? He designed you for this moment with beautiful woven threads of grace, love, and courage. How can you show up today in faith in a way you h...
Jun 09, 2021•9 min
Do you know the cost of unforgiveness? In this episode, I’m talking about how we can learn to forgive ourselves and move on. I used to have a ruthless point of view on forgiveness because I believed it meant excusing everyone who had hurt me without consequence. But as I continued to press into my pain through scripture, the kindness of the Father helped me begin to forgive. We can't hate our way into forgiveness because it requires both compassion and empathy. It’s a gift from Christ that allow...
Jun 02, 2021•22 min
In this episode, I’m excited to share my conversation with singer and author Ginny Owens about how we can learn to find light in the darkness. In her new book Singing in the Dark , Ginny introduces powerful ways of drawing closer to God and how the elements of music, prayer, and lament offer rich and joyful communion with Him, especially on the darkest days. In our chat she explains why so many of us find ourselves lost in darkness, why taking responsibility is critical, and how to recognize the...
May 26, 2021•27 min
In this Feeling Rest episode, I’m talking about how we can move from sadness to joy, even in the midst of hard seasons. Your joy will not be circumstantial. You will have days where happiness and joy will co-exist and other days where joy and sadness will co-exist. Joy is found in the Lord, who is our strength and present for every battle we face. Get the full show notes emailed to you with the outline and links mentioned in the show jessicahottle.com ! Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | free...
May 19, 2021•12 min
If you find yourself constantly feeling rushed or seeking quick success, you’re going to love this conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee about her new book Growing Slow: Lessons on Un-Hurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl . In this episode, she shares what it means to grow slow and how we can find God in every season of our lives. She also explains her 3 R method of growing slowly. Get the full show notes emailed to you with the outline and links mentioned in the show jessicahottle.com...
May 12, 2021•35 min