Healing Childhood Trauma

Trigger Warning: Mark discusses briefly some of the abuse that happened to him as a young child. Feel free to skip or save for later if you are sensitive to this content. A prescription drug addiction landed Mark McNear in rehab, hoping it would be a quick fix so he...

Help with Boundaries

Have you tried to set a boundary, only to feel frustrated and hurt in relationships? Does your life feel out of whack but you can’t figure out why you’re not meeting your goals for faith, wellness, or career? Meghan DeVito is a life coach and boundaries...

What is Relationship Coaching?

Have you ever felt stuck in a relationship? Like you can’t communicate or solve conflicts with the person you love? Relationship coaching might be a valuable tool in achieving the kind of marriage you desire. In this episode, Catie Loeffler talks with Ann about...

The Emotional Health of Jesus

When Jesus took on human flesh, he was the most emotionally healthy person ever to walk the earth. What are the markers of emotional health that Jesus displayed? Our guest Chris Thurman is here to show us how Jesus made a way for our emotional health, too. Dr. Chris...

Life is Worth Living

In a culture where personal freedom is valued, we might expect individuals to feel emotionally free and fulfilled. But Robin Mubarik discovered when he moved to Lithuania that most young people he met were struggling with loneliness, trauma, and suicidal thoughts....

Being Understood

Imagine not being able to communicate in a way that represents your full intelligence and relational ability. It would have a huge impact on your wellbeing and relationships! Anne Maki is a speech and communication expert who helps accented professionals express...

Gen Z Friendships, Dating, and Identity

Faith Lee is a college student at Biola University with a powerful story of healing and God’s faithfulness. She talks with Ann about how God worked in her heart after a life-altering accident and how she sees Him working in her mental health, friendships, and...

Highlights and Celebrations from Season 2

The Soul Grit Podcast has another year under the belt! We covered trauma, busyness and rest, body theology, and lots of fun interviews. It was also the season that was disrupted halfway through by a scary medical crisis. Hear all the highlights, celebrations, and...

Supporting Mental Health in Church Communities

Do you know if there are members of your church who need extra support when struggling with their mental health? What if a member of your church staff were dealing with a disorder like Bipolar II?Malinda Fugate is an author and a church staff member working in...

An OCD Story for Families

Do you have a “worry wart” or a sensitive kid? Marin Canaday was given these descriptions when she was a child, but it wasn’t until motherhood that she was formally diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In this episode, Marin shares about her...