Smuggling Hope
Smuggling Hope
Dan Lawson
Surrendering the Anxious Mind: An Interview with Suzanne Bracci
46 minutes Posted Oct 22, 2025 at 11:06 am.
Introduction to Hope and Empowerment06:04 The Journey from Mental Health to Faith-Based Coaching08:00 Understanding the Roots of Fear and Anxiety10:44 The Importance of Scripture in Overcoming Challenges13:12 Women’s Concerns in a Chaotic World15:54 Navigating the Pressure of Being All Things to All People18:14 Finding Hope in Troubling Marriages24:37 The Nature of Marriage and Surrender28:40 Understanding Surrender vs. Giving Up31:26 The Power of Words and Spiritual Influence37:58 Finding Peace Through Scripture and Prayer41:09 Practical Steps for a Positive Mindset
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In this episode of the Smuggling Hope podcast, host Dan speaks with Suzanne Bracci, a Christian life and mindset coach, about the importance of hope, faith, and empowerment in overcoming anxiety and fear. Suzanne shares her journey from traditional mental health practices to incorporating spiritual elements into her coaching, emphasizing the transformative power of scripture and prayer. The conversation explores the challenges women face in today's chaotic world, the significance of surrendering to God, and practical steps for fostering a positive mindset. Suzanne's Resources Below:Suzanne's Website Get Suzanne's resource and reset your anxious mind MINDSET MADE NEW Buy Suzanne's Book Here: HOPE for Struggling CATHOLICS: A Path to Spiritual & Personal Renewal.  INSTAGRAMFACEBOOKNEW PODCAST OUT NOW FOR MARRIED COUPLES-START LISTENING!⁠⁠⁠Messy Family Couples Getaway-Travel with Mike and Alicia Hernon to Austria or Bahamas! ⁠⁠⁠Sign up here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Start Healing Your Marriage and Family⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Save 15% at TAN books use code HEARTSRENEWED15 at checkout click here to shop and save !⁠⁠⁠TOP FREE RESOURCESWANT A BETTER SEX LIFE? ⁠⁠⁠Get the Intimacy Guide⁠⁠⁠WANT PEACE AT HOME? ⁠⁠⁠Transform Your Family Culture here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Dan's Marriage Ebook-6 Maxims of a Remarkable Marriage Ebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHAT WORKS IN MARRIAGE Webinar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this before you call a divorce attorneyChapters00:00 Introduction to Hope and Empowerment06:04 The Journey from Mental Health to Faith-Based Coaching08:00 Understanding the Roots of Fear and Anxiety10:44 The Importance of Scripture in Overcoming Challenges13:12 Women’s Concerns in a Chaotic World15:54 Navigating the Pressure of Being All Things to All People18:14 Finding Hope in Troubling Marriages24:37 The Nature of Marriage and Surrender28:40 Understanding Surrender vs. Giving Up31:26 The Power of Words and Spiritual Influence37:58 Finding Peace Through Scripture and Prayer41:09 Practical Steps for a Positive Mindset