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Healthy & Redeemed
Healthy & Redeemed is a podcast designed to help Christians grow emotionally and spiritually, equipping them to live healthier, more Christ-like lives. Healey Ikerd, a psychotherapist for over 15 years, will blend biblical wisdom with psychological concepts to help listeners learn to manage their emotions, improve their mental health, and deepen their faith. The goal is to help listeners live out God’s word in every aspect of their lives and be healthy reflections of Jesus Christ. More information and resources can be found at: https://writtenbyhealey.com/
Episodes
35 episodes
32. When God Feels Silent - Trusting God in Illness
Illness touches more than just our bodies—it shakes our faith, stirs our emotions, and can leave us questioning God’s goodness. In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the deep struggle of trusting God when healing doesn’t come the way we ho...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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31. They're Not Really Yours: Learning to Trust God with His Children
Parenting can be one of the most joy-filled yet heart-wrenching journeys of our lives—especially when we deeply desire our children to walk with the Lord. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we will explore what it truly means to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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30. Breaking Unhealthy Relationship Patterns: Trusting God with Your Relationships
Have you ever tried to 'manage' a relationship out of fear—fear of being rejected, fear of not being enough, or fear of being alone? In this episode, I’m talking about what it looks like to truly trust God with our relationships. We...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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29. Finding Peace in Uncertainty: Trusting God with Your Future
In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we continue our series on trusting God—this time focusing on our future. Whether you're a student feeling the pressure of big decisions or someone wondering what's next in life, the unknowns of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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28. A Faith That Waits Well: Learning to Trust God's Time
What does it really look like to wait on God—and wait well? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I explore the beauty and the struggle of waiting on the Lord's perfect timing. From Joseph’s years of hardship, to David’s patient e...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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27. Trusting God in the Midst of Fear, Anxiety, and Worry
Fear and anxiety can feel paralyzing—but they don’t have to control your life. In this encouraging episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I share biblical truths and practical steps for trusting God even when life feels o...
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Episode 2
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26. What Is Trust? A Biblical Look at Trusting God with All Your Heart
Before we can grow in our trust in the Lord, we have to understand what trust really means. In this episode, we’re taking a deeper look at what the Bible means when it says, “Trust in the Lord.”We’ll explore the Hebr...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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Special Easter Scripture Reading
In this special Easter episode, we will read through the powerful words of Scripture, Luke chapters 22, 23, and 24. These chapters walk us through the Last Supper, Jesus’ suffering, His crucifixion, and His glorious resurrection.As...
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Season 2
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Trusting the Lord with All Your Heart - What’s Ahead in Season 2
Do you struggle to truly trust in God? Want the peace only He can give? In this special preview episode, I’m sharing what’s coming in Season 2 of Healthy & Redeemed—and it’s all about one powerful, life-cha...
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Season 2
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25. A Personal Word of Encouragement - Season Finale
As we wrap up this season of Healthy & Redeemed, let’s take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve been on together. Have you experienced growth or change in any area? In this 25th episode, I talk about growth along t...
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Episode 25
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24. 4 Ways to Fight Depression using the H.O.P.E method
If you're struggling with depression or walking alongside someone who is, I want you to know there is real H.O.P.E. available.As a licensed professional counselor, I've seen how depression can feel overwhelming, but I've also witnessed t...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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23. Is This Normal? Exploring the Difficult Journey of Grief - Part 2
Grief is a natural and necessary part of loss, but what happens when it lingers beyond its season? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore prolonged or complicated grief—what it is, why it happens, and how to move ...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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22. Is This Normal? Exploring the Difficult Journey of Grief - Part 1
Grief can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even isolating. It is a natural reaction to a loss in our life, especially the loss of a loved one. If you’ve ever wondered, Is this normal? You’re not alone. In this episode of <...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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21. When Worry Takes Over: Skills to Calm Your Heart and Mind
Are your worries something you should worry about? How can you manage your worries better? Worry is a normal part of life—but it doesn’t have to control you. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we look at what w...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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20. True Guilt or False Guilt - How to Tell the Difference
Guilt can be a powerful emotion, but not all guilt is from God. Some guilt is meant to lead us to repentance, while other guilt keeps us stuck in shame and condemnation. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’ll explore the diff...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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19. Forgiving Others and the Myth of Self Forgiveness
Forgiveness is a central part of the Christian faith. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore God’s forgiveness—what it means for us and how it transforms our lives. We also dive into why we need to forgive others a...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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18. Overcoming Fear and Trusting God
Fear can feel overwhelming, but as Christians, we don’t have to be ruled by it. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’ll explore biblical truths about fear and practical ways to trust God when we feel fear. Learn ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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17. From Holes to Wholeness - H.T. Hole Theory
Are you looking to worldly things to fill your holes? In this episode, we explore the powerful truth that only God can fill the holes in our hearts and lives as we explore my "H.T. Hole Theory". Drawing from scripture and personal...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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16. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts - Part 3
In this episode, we continue our three-part series on renewing your mind by focusing on how to replace negative thoughts with healthy thoughts. Building on the Cognitive Behavioral Triangle and understanding automatic negative thoughts (ANTs), ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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15. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts - Part 2
In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we dive into the Cognitive Behavioral Triangle, a powerful tool that reveals the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Learn how understanding this triangle can help you iden...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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14. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts, Part 1 - The Biblical Foundation
Discover how God calls us to transform our thoughts, aligning them with His truth, and learn why this process is essential for emotional and spiritual health. I will explore key scriptures and the therapeutic intervention called cognitive behav...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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13. Anxiety and the Brain
In this episode, I will explore the connection between anxiety and the brain. Discover how anxiety starts in the brain, impacts the body, and how God designed your mind with the ability to adapt and heal. I will discuss key areas of th...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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12. Seven Practical Ways to Nourish Your Nephesh
What does it really mean to nourish your soul? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore the fascinating Hebrew word Nephesh, often translated as "soul" in the Bible. But Nephesh is so much more—it means y...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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11. Setting Goals for the New Year
As we step into a new year, many of us reflect on the past and look forward to a fresh start. In this episode,, we explore the importance of setting goals. There are five important characteristics of goals or objectives:1. Specifi...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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10. A Special Christmas Edition: A Reading to Remember the True Meaning of Christmas
Christmas is a season of joy, but it can also be a time of struggle for many. If you’re feeling down, grieving, or just grasping for some peace in the busyness of the season, this special edition of Healthy & Redeemed is for you. <...
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Episode 10
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