Trigger Warning: Sensitive content The topic of hope is a favourite at Purposeful Living and one we know many people relate to. Hope can sometimes seem lost when we face hurt, grief and difficult seasons. It is often in these times when we need to cling to hope the most, and be expectant that God will show up when we least expect it. In this episode our guest shares about periods in her life when she needed hope the most. She reminds us to rely on God, to remember that we have a choice as to how we respond in any given situation, and that community is an integral part in providing comfort and a safe space in challenging times. For more encouraging content find us on Instagram & Facebook: @purposefullivinginc.

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Finding Hope in Difficult Seasons

Are you advocating for yourself? Do you politely challenge when you believe that your wellbeing or that of a loved one could be better addressed if you were listened to? Often we believe that by speaking up we are being impolite, when in fact we often know more about ourselves and our capabilites than others. Have you ever known through your gut instinct that something was wrong, or needed to be changed and when you spoke up you were right? In this episode we explore how we need to speak up, trust out intuition and be open to possibilites that lay outside the norm. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook- @purposefullivinginc and find out more about our sevices at www.purposefullivinginc.org. We would love to hear from you. Leave us a review or DM us.

Advocating for yourself

Healing is a process, and one we often avoid for fear of the pain that might come with it. Our guest shares her journey of healing and talks about how we have to take an internal inventory to identify and succesfully heal from things that are causing us pain. She encourages us to be patient, to seek and ask for forgiveness, to praise God and to be rooted in Christ in the steps she has outilined in her book, as we embark on the journey of healing. From her journey of loss, our guest learned to trust God by not only listening to the Word and God's promises, but by applying a practical approach. By taking an internal inventory she became aware of not only the spiritual growth needed, but the physical and emotional changes that needed to take place as well. She reminds us that when we come out of our own journey of healing, we are better able to walk alongside others in their times of trial.

An internal inventory - the journey of healing

In life there are different seasons that we may face. We can sometimes become impatient and frustrated, especially when it seems like we are in a waiting season. It is in these times that we can perhaps view our situations as being planted and not buried: allowing God to work in us and grow deeper roots. When we are honest with ourselves about the season we are in we can better tap into what we need - sometimes we need to reach out for help, and other times we are in seasons where we can give. There is so much to learn from every season we encounter and we are reminded that no season lasts forever. In Ecclesiatses 3: 1-8 is says: "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens..." What season are you in right now? How can we as Purposeful Living INC support you through this season? The sond Nadine mentions is Turn! Turn! Turn! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVOJla2vYx8) by the The Byrds. Find us on FB & IG - @purposefullivinginc

Planted Not Buried

We all have a destiny; one only we can fulfill, one the world needs. Our destiny is determined by our intentionality to pursue purpose. We empower ourselves when we view our journeys as either learning or winning, and give ourselves the opportunity to embrace the season we're in and find purpose in the wins and the challenges that life brings our way. We can find comfort in knowing that God walks alongside us as we pursue our destiny and hold onto the reminder that we don't have to overthink or overcomplicate things. Share with us: What has been your greatest lesosn as you have walked alog the path of your destiny? Find us on IG & FB: @purposefullivinginc

Pursuing Your Destiny

In Part 2 of "Healing Environments" we take a deeper look at how we can set ourselves up to create healing environments in our lives. With the awareness that we need to remove obstacles and move towards making more healthy choices, there is a new element we need to consider: Our thoughts. As much as we need to make adjusments to our physical environment, we also need to take stock of our inner thoughts and how they contribute to our health. Mindfulness is a core component of this. As we continue to add to our toolbox, what simple routines can you create to ensure you're filling your mind with positive, healing thoughts? Find us on Facebook & Instagram - @PurposefulLivingINC For more information on our guest, Lauren Alcorn see https://www.innatewaywellness.com/provider.

Healing Environments (Part 2)

Our guest today dives into why our bodies are sick and how we can be a part of healing them. She reminds us that we have control over our lifestyle and our environment. By being more mindful of what we do on a daily basis, we can significantly contribute to the betterment of our wellbeing. We challenge you to think of one small shift you can make today as an investment towards your longterm health. Join us in our next episode for part 2 of this enriching conversation. Find us on Facebook & Instagram - @PurposefulLivingINC For more information on our guest, Lauren Alcorn see https://www.innatewaywellness.com/provider.

Healing Environments (Part 1)

Freedom means different things to different people. For us, freedom means being set free through Jesus's sacrifice on the cross; we don't have to strive for it or try to earn it because it has been given to us as a gift. In this episode we explore 3 aspects of freedom and how that relates not only to our personal growth but to our ability to make an impact in this world. Share with us - what does freedom mean to you?

Embracing Freedom

As we get older we sometimes forget to be playful. We get bogged down by the seriousness of life and forget to look on the bright side. There are many ways in which we can incorporate play in our lives and ensure it becomes a priority. Being playful and focusing on the joy in our lives helps us to show up more fully not only for others but for ourselves as well. We spread light and joy when we allow oursleves to let our guards own, to put down the to-do list and to revel in the joys of life.

Purposeful Playfulness

There is a difference between fun and joy. Fun can be temporary in its sometimes fleeting nature. When we esperience joy it enriches our lives. When we accept where we are and find joy even through the difficult seasons, we are able to be in gratitude. We need to be intentional about cultivating joy in our lives.

Experiencing Joy

Loneliness is a significant problem in our community. We sometimes feel that we can't be our authentic selves and as a result become disconnected from others and from God. We feel our problems are insignificant in relation to others, and so we don’t share or reach out for help. In order to build genuine connection with others, we need to feel safe to not only be ourselves but open up about what’s bothering us. We need to take time to pause, be honest with ourselves and embrace who we are and where we are to process through what we’re going through.

Genuine connections

We are called to shine our light - proudly, authentically, brightly! Sometimes though, the darkness comes to try and extinguish our light and that's when we most need support and encouragement. In this episode Nadine and her guest explore the beauty of each of our indivudual lights and are reminded that we need to stand together to bring greater light into the world.

Shining your light

TRIGGER WARNING We often think that grief only comes in one form but the reality is that grief comes in different ways. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one, a lost opportunity, a broken relationship, a missed expectation. In this episode Nadine’s guest shares her journey of grief and the strength she finds in Christ. She highlights that the road to healing starts by acknowledging the feelings, accepting the hurt, and having to choose to shift her perspective to find the purpose in her pain.

Overcoming Grief

When we are not true to ourselves and are out of alignment we may become victims of circumstance; responding to external triggers in a way that doesn't align with our core values. Join us as we delve into what it means to live authentically and how our core values can positively impact our lives. It's time for you to live an authentic life - remembering who you are at the core and trusting the person God created us to be.

Living Authentically

It can be so easy to focus our time and energy on what drags us down - leaving us in a state of discontent. It's important to take the time to shift our attention and focus on what's good in our lives, even the smallest things. When we are intentional and take time to be aware of the gift that life is, we have so much more to be thankful for. Join us today as we encourage you to shift your attitude towards Christ. We would love to hear from you - Find us on Facebook, Instagram and on our website www.purposefullivinginc.org. And remember: You are ENOUGH! You are WORTHY! You are CHOSEN! You are LOVED! #purposefulliving Purposeful Lving INC is a nonprofit organization which exists to serve the modern woman; the woman who feels pressure to have it all together but behinf closed doors she's hurting, searching or lonely. We are here to love, to walk alongside, and to encourage women to be all God created us to be: peaceful, joyful, and authentic.

An Attitude for Christ

The Linking Arms podcast is a lifestyle podcast, brand, and community brought to life by Purposeful Living. An organization focused on empowering all women to link arms in creating a better world. Delving into themes such as wellness, spirituality, self-development and so much more, Nadine and Rachel are known for creating real, raw and hilarious moments during their conversations with fascinating women from all walks of life. Each episode proves to provide their listeners with actionable insights and highly relatable stories.

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