The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle: Managing Emotions and Overwhelm Using Brain Science and Biblical Truth for Calm + Clarity
You love God. You want peace… but your emotions feel loud, exhausting and overwhelming.
If you’re tired of feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted and stuck in overthinking loops, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken.
Most Christian women were never taught how to manage emotions in a healthy, biblical way, especially in the middle of real life.
I’m Alicia Michelle, an ICF-certified life coach (ACC, CPLC), NeuroCoach and author of Emotional Confidence. I’m also the host of this multi-award-winning podcast, where I help Christian women learn how to manage emotions using brain science and Scripture so they can respond with calm, clarity and confidence — not emotional chaos.
On the podcast, we talk honestly about anxiety, fear, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, perfectionism, disappointment and navigating emotions in marriage, motherhood and family life. You’ll learn practical emotional management tools that help you acknowledge what you’re feeling while still honoring biblical truth.
With nearly half a million downloads and 7 years running, by God’s grace this podcast has helped tens of thousands of Christian women build emotional confidence rooted in faith.
I’m so glad you’re here! Join me every Monday for a new episode and let's talk about how to stop reacting emotionally and start responding with clarity, calm and confidence.
🎁 Want a simple place to start? (FREE GIFT FOR YOU!) 🎁
I created a free 7-day course called Notice + Name Your Feelings to help you slow down and understand what you’re actually feeling — without judgment or overwhelm.
It’s a short, practical tool that helps you stop spiraling and respond with more peace and clarity.
Start the free course here: AliciaMichelle.com/feelings
The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle: Managing Emotions and Overwhelm Using Brain Science and Biblical Truth for Calm + Clarity
344: How to DIY Your Own Rest Retreat (When Getting Away Feels Impossible)
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Do you long for deep rest but feel like getting away just isn’t realistic in this season? In this episode, let’s talk about how to create your own version of a rest retreat—right where you are!
We’ll explore how to design intentional rhythms of rest that meet your physical, emotional, spiritual, and creative needs. I believe we can all find practical ways to build small, sustainable rest into life and experience real replenishment even when extended time away feels impossible!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
[00:00] Why Neglecting Rest Eventually Affects Your Body, Emotions, and Relationships
[03:00] Why Forced Rest Is Not the Same as Chosen, Intentional Restoration
[07:00] What Is a “DIY Rest Retreat” and Why Does It Matter?
[08:00] What Does True Rest Look Like for You in This Season?
[10:00] The Different Types of Rest: Physical, Mental, Emotional, Spiritual, Creative, Social, and Sensory
[14:00] How Do You Discern Which Kind of Rest You Need Most Right Now?
[16:00] Why Superficial Dopamine Hits Don’t Replenish the Soul
[18:00] How Can You Design Rest That Leaves You Truly Filled Instead of Drained?
[19:00] Why Starting Small Creates Sustainable Rhythms of Restoration
[24:00] How Creativity, Solitude, and Time with God Deepen Soul Renewal
[26:00] Why Understanding Your “Why” Makes Rest a Spiritual Priority
[28:00] How Do You Begin Designing Your Own Personal Rest Retreat?
Get the FREE 7-Day Course: Notice + Name Your Feelings
Learn the simple mindset tool that helps you understand what you’re really feeling, so you can stop spiraling and experience more peace!
Start the free course here: AliciaMichelle.com/feelings
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