Coffee with Crystal
Coffee with Crystal
Dr. Crystal M. Consonery
Dr. Crystal M. Consonery is a highly experienced and passionate Christian Counselor, Life Coach and Brain Health Educator, with over 30 years of expertise in training and development. She holds a M.Ed specializing in adult education and training and a PhD in Biblical counseling, Dr. Crystal is dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences. Grab a cup of your favorite coffee or tea, settle in and enjoy a weekly dose of spiritual inspiration sprinkled with neuroscience and practical life applications.
Nourishing the Temple: Faith-Based Approaches to Healthy Eating
On this week's episode of Coffee with Crystal, Dr. Crystal delves into the Christian perspective on body stewardship. She will discuss the importance honoring God by optimizing our overall well-being, emphasizing balance and harmony in all aspects of life.
Feb 18, 2024
14 min
Renewing the Mind - Breaking Chains of Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is a widespread phenomenon, affecting a significant portion of the population. The central theme of our discussion today revolves around the transformative power of renewing the mind for emotional well-being.  Dr. Crystal will delve into the intricate connection between thought patterns and emotional health exploring how intentional mindset shifts can lead to profound transformations in our overall well-being. 
Feb 11, 2024
14 min
The Spiritual Connection to Emotional Eating
In today’s segment Dr. Crystal explores the phenomenon of emotional eating, a prevalent aspect of human behavior, which delves beyond the mere consumption of food in response to emotional triggers. 
Feb 4, 2024
15 min
Building Resilience Against Emotional Triggers
In today’s segment, Building Resilience Against Emotional Triggers, Dr. Crystal discusses the impact of emotional triggers, and the role mindfulness and proactive stress reducing techniques play in the building process. She will also walk through a few quick practices that you can begin to incorporate immediately. 
Jan 28, 2024
18 min
Breaking Down Common Emotional Triggers: Navigating the Path to Emotional Eating Awareness
In today’s segment, Breaking Down Common Emotional Triggers: Navigating the Path to Emotional Eating Awareness, Dr. Crystal review's what emotional eating is and what it looks like, identify the characteristics of some common emotional triggers, and taking a deeper look at a few of these triggers, their physical impact and what scripture says.
Jan 21, 2024
16 min
The Divine Connection: Exploring the Link Between Emotions and Eating Habits
In keeping with our topic of the month Emotional Eating, today in this week's episode Dr. Crystal delves into a topic that many of us can relate to – the intricate connection between our emotions and our eating habits. Exploring not only the psychological and physiological aspects but also providing inspiration from timeless wisdom found in scripture.  
Jan 14, 2024
14 min
Identifying Your Emotional Triggers
Emotional eating is a complex behavior influenced by a myriad of emotional triggers that can often lead us to seek solace in food.  In today's episode Dr. Crystal shares insights from Scripture and neuroscience to provide a holistic understanding of these triggers and effective strategies for recognizing and addressing them.
Jan 7, 2024
16 min
The Science of Gratitude
In today’s episode, The Science of Gratitude, Dr . Crystal delves into the scientific research behind gratitude. She explores the psychological and physiological benefits of practicing gratitude, its impact on mental well-being, and how cultivating thankfulness can rewire our brains for positivity. 
Nov 6, 2023
9 min
Sharing the Harvest: Episode V In the Harvesting Hope Series
In today's episode Dr. Crystal closes out the Harvesting Hope Series by addressing the concept of sharing God's blessings and how it is deeply rooted in the Christian faith. Focusing on the fact that we are called to be stewards of the gifts and resources God has given us, and our responsibility to use them not only for our own well-being but also for the benefit of others. 
Oct 29, 2023
8 min
The Abundunt Harvest: Episode IV In the Harvesting Hope Series
In today's episode Dr. Crystal address how in our relationship with God, the seeds of faith, kindness, love, and service that we plant will eventually bear fruit. Using the example of how a farmer tends to their crops with care sand patience, she explains how our faith journey requires the same diligence.
Oct 23, 2023
7 min
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