The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle: Spiritual Growth and Mindset Tips for Christian Women
Use brain science + the Bible together to manage emotions and overcome fear for more joy, peace + confidence in Christ! Discover practical emotional management tools and heartfelt wisdom for spiritual growth and emotional health in this multi-award winning podcast by author + ICF-certified NeuroCoach Alicia Michelle (ACC, CPLC).
Each week Alicia shares insight from her work with hundreds of clients on breaking free from perfectionism, people pleasing and anxiety caused by "knowing" biblical truth but still feeling "never enough". Plus enjoy incredible conversations about Christian mindset from other thought leaders like Jess Connolly, Ruth Chou Simons, Christy Wright, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith and Dr. Michelle Bengston.
👉CHAT WITH ALICIA: Not sure where to start with managing emotions? Go to AliciaMichelle.com/chat to get personalized insight from Alicia (not a sales pitch--her gift to you!)
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Episodes
345 episodes
340: Rediscovering Joy (When You've Forgotten How to Enjoy Your Life)
Have you gotten so good at “managing” life that you’ve forgotten how to enjoy it? In this episode, we talk about why joy fades when life becomes task-driven, how emotional numbness sneaks in, and what it looks like to reconnect wit...
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339: Rediscovering Joy (When You're Unsatisfied + Restless)
What do you do when life looks “fine on the outside,” yet something still feels off? When you feel flat, restless or like you’re quietly aching for more? In this episode, uncover what Scripture says about joy, why so many women feel unsatisfied...
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338: Living in an Outrage Culture - Practical Tools to Manage Our Emotions + Represent Jesus Well When Feelings Flare
Do you ever feel pressured to “pick a side,” react instantly or otherwise “join the outrage” in today’s intense culture? In this episode, discover practical, faith-based tools for managing emotional reactivity so you can represent ...
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337: Holiday Emotional Challenges- 3 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Tricky Situations + Difficult People
Holiday gatherings can be joyful, but they can also stir up anxiety, conflict, or emotional pain—especially with complicated relationships or unresolved family history. In this episode, learn how to prepare your heart and mind before stepping i...
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336: Stories from the Italy Retreat-Blessings and Surprises from Our Time in Tuscany
What happens when women from all walks of life come together in one of the most beautiful places on earth to rest, connect, and hear from God? In this episode, Alicia shares highlights and testimonies from the 2025 Italy Retreat, where God’s pr...
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335: Need Deep Soul Rest? Join Me In 2026/2027 for Women's Retreats that Restore Your Spirit
Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or spiritually dry? Discover how intentional rest can renew your heart and restore your spirit. In this special episode, Alicia announces two upcoming women’s retreats designed to help you slow down, connect with...
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25:58
334: Can We Chat? What's on Your Heart?
Ever wish you could talk directly with Alicia about what you’re feeling or how to apply what you hear on the show to your own life? Alicia’s shares a new opportunity to connect personally with her for a quick, grace-filled chat about what’s on ...
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333: Tired of Going from One Crisis to Another? How to Stop Reacting and Start Responding
Do you feel like life is just one emotional crisis after another? Discover how to break the cycle of constant reactivity and learn how to respond with peace and intention instead of panic. Let’s explore three key questions to identi...
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29:27
332: You Don’t Have to “Hold It All Together” (Lovingly Releasing Yourself when Overwhelm Takes Over)
Overflowing schedules, extra demands, emotions that feel out of control: sound like your life lately? When life intensifies, we’re tempted to believe the lie that we’re the ones “holding it all together”…. which only causes us to w...
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29:43
331: Overcoming Overwhelm: Less Chaos in Your Head, More Peace in Your Life
Is your mind constantly stuck in overwhelm: spinning with thoughts, worries, and what-ifs? In this episode, we’ll explore how you can begin to quiet the chaos and overwhelm when your brain feels especially loud.Learn how to identify the ...
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330: How to Manage Big Out of Control Emotions
Do big emotions ever feel like they’re taking over your life? In this episode, discover why emotions themselves are not sinful, and practical steps to calm your body and mind so you can process what’s really happening beneath the surface. ...
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329: Been Told You're "Too Sensitive"? The Surprising Truth About Highly Sensitive People
Have you ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” “overreacting,” or “making a big deal out of nothing”? In this episode, Alicia Michelle explains the science behind being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and why this God-given wiring is not a fla...
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328: When Your Husband Is Driving You Crazy (Emotional Disconnect in Marriage) with Ann + Dave Wilson
What do you do when your husband is driving you crazy and you feel like all you want to do is point out what he’s doing wrong? In this episode, bestselling authors and marriage speakers Ann and Dave Wilson of Family Life share how negative word...
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327: Is It Time to Set a Boundary? My Favorite Tool to Express Boundaries in a Loving Way
How do you know when it’s time to set a boundary—and how can you express it in a way that’s both loving and clear? In this episode, discover the signs that a boundary is needed, why boundaries are part of God’s created order, and the three qual...
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326: A People Pleaser's Guide to Setting Boundaries (When You're Afraid to Offend Others)
Do you struggle to say no because you’re afraid of disappointing others? In this episode designed for people pleasers, Alicia shares why boundaries aren’t selfish but a God-designed way to protect your peace and honor Him. Discover the lies tha...
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325: When You're Angry at God- Bringing Doubts + Unanswered Questions to Him When You're Hurt
What do you do when life feels overwhelming, prayers go unanswered, or God seems silent? In this conversation with Niki Hardy, author of God Can We Chat?, we talk about bringing raw questions and doubts to God, and why honest wrestling...
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324: What If Gratitude Became Who You Are—Not Just What You Do?
Gratitude isn’t just a list you make once a year—it’s a way of living that can shape your heart, your relationships, and even generations to come. In this episode, Alicia talks about how gratitude can move from a momentary action to...
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323: Is Gratitude Possible...When I Still Want Things To Change In My Life?
How can we be genuinely grateful when there’s still so much we wish would change? In this episode, Alicia explores the emotional and spiritual tension between contentment and desire. Learn why wanting more doesn’t make you ungratefu...
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18:07
322: How Can I Practice Gratitude When I'm Tired, Overwhelmed + Maxed Out?
We know gratitude is good for us. But what happens when even the idea of giving thanks feels exhausting or fake? In this honest episode, Alicia helps us reframe gratitude, not as a forced to-do list, but as a natural overflow of rest, healing, ...
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321: How Can I Be Grateful When Brokenness Is Everywhere?
We know we should be more thankful. But what happens when the world feels upside down? When pain, injustice and personal heartache make gratitude feel fake or impossible? In this deeply honest episode, Alicia Michelle explo...
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320: Stop "Feeling" Anxious and Do Something About It with Robyn Graham
Is what you’re feeling really anxiety—or just discomfort? In this powerful conversation, Alicia and Dr. Robyn Graham unpack how to identify the roots of anxiety, support our kids through their emotions, and respond with spiritual wisdom and pra...
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29:49
319: How to Boost Your Gut Health to Support Your Emotions with Holly Andrews
What if the emotional chaos you’re feeling is actually a gut issue? In this eye-opening episode, Alicia talks with certified health coach Holly Andrews about how our digestive health is deeply connected to our mental and emotional stability. Ho...
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318: Lessons from Disney on Overcoming Mindset Obstacles to Your Big Dreams with Jeff Barnes
What’s really keeping you stuck on the sidelines of your dream? In this inspiring conversation with “Dr Disney” (bestselling author and speaker Jeff Barnes), we unpack the mindset blocks, fears, and limiting beliefs that keep women from pursuin...
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37:52
317: Emotions While Traveling- Managing Unrealistic Expectations and Challenging Feelings
Ever been surprised by unexpected emotions like disappointment or shame while traveling? Let’s talk about the emotional landmines of travel: unrealistic expectations, body image triggers, and the guilt of “not enjoying every second.” How can we...
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316: Managing Emotions on Social Media with Dr. Jen Bennett
If social media leaves you feeling “less than,” emotionally drained, or stuck in comparison, today’s episode is for you. Dr. Jen Bennett joins us to unpack the emotional weight we carry online—and how to reclaim peace, purpose, and confidence i...
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