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The stretch from late 2024 into 2025 marked one of the most significant seasons of loss I’ve ever walked through - loss of people, roles, income, rhythms, and even parts of my identity that had defined me for years. At the same time, my body was quietly telling a story I could no longer ignore. I wasn’t collapsing or falling apart on the outside, but inside, I felt tired, disconnected, and unsure of how to want things again.This episode isn’t just about weight loss or strength training, it’s about what happens when a body that’s been in survival for a long time finally asks for kindness, patience, and a slower way forward.Rooting for you,JessicaWhat I Learned About Emotional Regulation and Stress After Not Strength Training for 6 Months (A Look Into How I Spent 2024 Healing)Next steps:Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coachingOr book your free 20-minute consultation here!Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shopGet my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/healEmail me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.comThe information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Have you ever felt so scared of “messing up” a decision that you end up stuck in your head, praying harder, overthinking longer, and still feeling frozen? Maybe you worry about disappointing God, choosing the wrong path, or mishearing what He wants, and that fear keeps you from moving forward at all. In today’s episode, I'm talking about why that fear shows up, how it impacts your nervous system and your faith, and how you can begin taking steps with confidence again.   Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Have you ever felt like you’re showing up and doing all the “right” spiritual things -reading your Bible, praying, going to church - but inside you still feel flat, distant, or stuck? Maybe you’ve wondered why your faith feels dry even though you’re trying so hard. If you’ve ever thought, “What’s wrong with me?” or “Why can’t I feel God like I used to?” you’re not alone. In today’s episode, I'm talking about spiritual stuckness - what it really means, why it happens, and how God often meets us right in those quiet, confusing places. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “Things are good right now… which probably means something bad is coming”? Maybe life feels calm on the surface, but inside you’re tense, waiting for the other shoe to drop. You tell yourself you’re just being realistic or not getting your hopes up, but the truth is, living with that mindset is exhausting. If you’ve ever struggled to actually enjoy a good season because your body doesn’t trust it, this episode is for you. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to slip into that “why does this keep happening to me?” mindset without even realizing it? One annoying moment, one tough conversation, and suddenly the whole day feels like it’s out to get you. Trust me, I’ve been there more times than I care to admit. In this episode, I'm unpacking how victim mode quietly shows up in our thoughts, and how to recognize it before it takes over.  Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

You know those moments when your brain just won’t let something go? Maybe it’s a conversation you keep replaying or a worry that pops up on repeat like a broken record. I’ve been there too. If your thoughts ever feel like they’re running the show instead of you, this episode is going to feel like a deep breath. Let’s walk through it together.  Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Sometimes the holidays feel less like a celebration and more like emotional survival. For me, it’s been a tender season. It's been one year since my mom passed, and the emotions still run deep. Maybe you’ve felt that too - sadness surfacing when you were expecting joy, or overwhelm sneaking in while you try to stay present. If that resonates, I want you to know something that can help. This week, my course Untangle Your Thoughts is 50% off for Black Friday, giving you tools to regulate your emotions, quiet spiraling thoughts, and experience real peace with God in the middle of the holiday chaos. Remember, the goal isn’t to avoid holiday emotions; it’s to move through them with awareness, grace, and a calm heart, even when the season stirs up more than you expected. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

There was a season where I kept thinking, “If I could just hold everything together, maybe I wouldn’t fall apart.” But when things didn’t go the way I wanted - when someone pulled away, when life got messy - it broke something in me. I didn’t want to try anymore. I wanted to retreat, to make myself smaller, to stop caring so it wouldn’t hurt. If that’s where you are right now (tired, done, unsure what the point even is), stay with me. We’re going to walk through what this moment means from both a biblical lens and your perspective. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Do you want to untangle your thoughts but desire to go at your own pace? Learn more about my self-paced course Untangle Your Thoughts where you will overcome negative thought patterns. Go here to learn more!

For the longest time, I thought my anxiety was intuition. I could always spot what might go wrong, so I assumed it meant I was being careful. But what I’ve learned is that the brain confuses hypervigilance for safety - it’s working overtime to avoid pain that’s already in the past. In this episode, I'm unpacking why your body doesn’t always trust joy, how fear becomes a habit, and what it really means to rebuild trust in God one calm breath at a time. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Do you want to untangle your thoughts but desire to go at your own pace? Learn more about my self-paced course Untangle Your Thoughts where you will overcome negative thought patterns. Go here to learn more! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Maybe you’ve had a season where you didn’t even try to pray because you thought, “Why would God listen to me after everything I’ve done?” I’ve been there. I’ve tried to hide behind busyness, perfection, even faith that looked fine on the outside, but inside, I felt lost. In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when shame tells you you’re too far gone and how God’s pursuit is louder than your past.  Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Do you want to untangle your thoughts but desire to go at your own pace? Learn more about my self-paced course Untangle Your Thoughts where you will overcome negative thought patterns. Go here to learn more! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Have you ever caught yourself gripping life with both hands, trying to make sure every detail goes exactly how you planned? You call it “being prepared,” but underneath, you’re anxious, tense, and secretly scared that if you let go, everything will fall apart. In this episode, I'm unpacking why control feels so necessary, what it’s actually costing you, and how to begin shifting that heavy weight into God’s hands without fear of what might happen next. Rooting for you, Jessica It's my birthday month! Yay! I'll be 38. Therefore, this month I am offering 38% off my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts. Click here to get 38% off now! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

For me, the “what ifs” show up right before something new, something that stretches me. My heart starts racing, my chest feels tight, and before I realize it, I’ve built a whole story in my head about everything that could go wrong. It feels like planning, but it’s really fear trying to stay in control. This week, I want to walk you through what’s actually happening in your mind and body when anxiety starts predicting the future and how shifting from “what if” to “even if” opens the door to peace. Rooting for you, Jessica It's my birthday month! Yay! I'll be 38. Therefore, this month I am offering 38% off my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts. Click here to get 38% off now! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Ever catch yourself spiraling in the same thought pattern, rehashing what you said, what they thought, or what could go wrong next? It’s like your mind hits repeat, and no matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to switch tracks. I’ve been there too, stuck in the loop of worry or self-criticism that steals peace and energy. In this episode, we’re discussing how to step off the mental hamster wheel and invite Christ into your thought life, so your mind becomes a place of rest, not rumination. Rooting for you, Jessica It's my birthday month! Yay! I'll be 38. Therefore, this month I am offering 38% off my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts. Click here to get 38% off now! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Do you ever pray and feel like your words are bouncing off the ceiling? You pour out your heart, ask for help, for relief, or even just a sign, and it feels like silence. The days drag on, the questions keep piling up, and you start wondering, “God, do You even see me?” That tension - the ache of feeling unseen while storms rage around you - is something I’ve wrestled with more times than I can count.  In this episode, we’ll explore what it really means when God seems silent, why His quiet presence is actually evidence of His care, and how to anchor your heart in the truth that He is with you even in the storm. Rooting for you, Jessica It's my birthday month! Yay! I'll be 38. Therefore, this month I am offering 38% off my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts. Click here to get 38% off now! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Do you ever catch yourself saying things in your head that you would never say to a friend? Things like, “Why can’t you just get it together?” or “You should be over this by now.” For a long time, I thought that kind of self-talk was motivating me to grow, but really, it just kept me stuck in shame. In this episode, we’ll talk about the difference between self-criticism and self-compassion in Christ, why the critic in your head is not the same as God’s voice, and how to begin shifting into a kinder, more Christ-centered way of speaking to yourself. Rooting for you, Jessica It's my birthday month! Yay! I'll be 38. Therefore, this month I am offering 38% off my self-paced course, Untangle Your Thoughts. Click here to get 38% off now! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Questions? Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Have you ever said “yes” when everything inside of you wanted to say “no”? Maybe it was helping out when you were already stretched thin, or agreeing to avoid letting someone down. That guilty tug you feel afterward isn’t proof you’re selfish - it’s often a sign you need healthier boundaries. In this episode, we’ll discuss how to set boundaries without guilt, how Jesus modeled them, and how they can actually strengthen your relationships instead of straining them. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

It can be confusing when your prayers are steady and your trust in God is real, yet your body still reacts like danger is near. Maybe your stomach knots up, your breath shortens, or you can’t seem to relax no matter how hard you try. That’s because safety isn’t just a thought; it’s something your body has to learn to feel. Today, I want to share five powerful ways to create that felt safety in your body, rooted in God’s presence and truth. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

Do you ever feel like you’re moving through life on autopilot - exhausted, tense, or numb - and you can’t figure out why? You’re praying, showing up, doing all the “right” things, but your body still feels like it’s bracing for impact. That’s often what survival mode looks like - your nervous system stuck in protection mode long after the real threat has passed. In this episode, we’re going to talk about how to recognize the signs, why it’s not a faith failure, and how God wants to meet you right in the middle of it. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

We’ve all heard it - “renew your mind.” It’s one of those phrases that sounds powerful on Sunday, but feels impossible on Monday when negative thoughts won’t quit. I know that cycle personally: waking up already discouraged, fighting fear before the day even starts, and wondering if I was broken because I couldn’t just “think positive.” What I had to learn is that renewing your mind isn’t about ignoring your thoughts or stuffing them down; it’s about inviting God into the process of noticing, naming, and replacing what isn’t true. That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode. Rooting for you, Jessica Next steps: Get my free 3-day study and learn how to deal with your emotions in a biblical way: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/ Learn more about working with me 1:1 as your mental health coach: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Check out my biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop Work with me in my Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.

So often we think healing is supposed to feel light and happy, but the reality is that it can be messy, repetitive, and downright uncomfortable. The church doesn’t always give us language for this, and social media usually skips the hard parts, showing only the highlight reel of freedom. But real healing often means sitting in emotions that don’t feel good, practicing rhythms that feel too simple, and learning to honor your body as the place where God Himself dwells. In this conversation, we’ll talk about what healing actually looks like and why not feeling “good” doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. Rooting for you, Jessica   Click here to get 30% off my Untangle Your Thoughts program today AND get access to my course Biblical Framework to Overcome Emotional Eating for FREE! Or book your free 20-minute consultation here! Email me at >> jessica@jessicahottle.com The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.