In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners about dopamine, a hormone and neurotransmitter related to pleasure and reward that is present in addiction. In the episode, Quinn asks listeners to examine habits in their life that follow addictive patterns of excess including overconsumption of social media, drinking, sugar or even the news and consider whether a dopamine fast might be something they would benefit from. In the episode, Quinn teaches listeners how: 1. Our brain is hardwired to keep us in a homeostatic state between pain and pleasure 2. Long term dopamine exposure affects the brain 3. Incorporate habits that reset your dopamine baseline Mind Renewal Tip: Every pleasure has a price. The ultimate end result in pursuing dopamine is to feel worse than when you started. –Ana Lemke We are hardwired to seek pleasure. But the constant seeking of pleasure can lead us to feeling less pleasure by becoming addicted to patterns. Scripture Renewal Tip: "The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever." 1 John 2:17 Resources: Dopamine Nation https://a.co/d/ja3EkUW Ice Bath Article: https://www.hubermanlab.com/newsletter/the-science-and-use-of-cold-exposure-for-health-and-performance

There seems to be a trend in society that when someone hurts us, we block them not only on our phone and social media but out of our heart as well. In today’s episode, Quinn discusses that while this trend may feel easier for us, it is not always healthy. After listening today, listeners will understand: Different types of boundaries that guard the heart Ways to gauge is someone is trustworthy How to view that person in a Godly way before seeking repair Mind Renewal Tip: We often feels cut off protects us when in reality, it often hurts us. Scripture Renewal Tip: I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. Romans 16:17 Resources: Old Testament Article: https://petergoeman.com/what-does-it-mean-cut-off-bible/

A recent study by the CDC released on February 13, 2022 found that teen girls are struggling with their mental health and thoughts of self-harm significantly more than a decade ago. And while there are many factors that can be contributing to this decline including negative effects of continual exposure to social media and longstanding repercussions of isolation from pandemic, it is important for parents to take a proactive approach to strengthen their daughter(s)’ mental health. In this episode, Quinn offers parents an understanding of: What the recent research shows as to the decline of mental health of girls The power of connection in improving mental health Practical ways parents can protect their daughters Mind Renewal Tip: The more we focus outward on others, the smaller our individual problems seem Scripture Renewal Tip: "No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, declares the Lord." Isaiah 54:17 Link to Study: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/yrbs_data_summary_and_trends.htm Declaration of Identity: I am loved. I am here for a reason. I was created with unique purpose. I am beautifully created. And I will see myself that way. I am more than my emotions. I am more than my mistakes. My story is bigger than today. My life is a part of God’s bigger plan. I have a future and a hope. I will live with that in mind. J

Today is Quinn’s 41st birthday and in honor of that, she wanted to share four phrases (plus one bonus phase) that have changed her life for the better. These phrases are one that are easy to remember and easy to apply if you see their importance. After listening today, Quinn teaches listeners: How too big of goals often stop us from making goals at all. Why living for others keeps you from living for God The importance of not leaving important people in your life guessing if you care Mind Renewal Tip: Often once we get started with a small something, the big something that we truly desire ot accomplish seems tangible to us! Scripture Renewal Tip: Because He bends down and listens, I will pray as long as I have breath. Psalm 116:2 Quinn’s Phrases: Something is better than nothing You cannot control what they think of you. So you should focus on what God thinks of you instead. If they’re important, they should know. These are the days. Bonus +1 -- Life with God (even when you’re mad and confused) is better than life without God.

In life we often find ourselves assuming responsibility for things that are not meant to be in our control. Instead of focusing on our own decisions or actions, we find ourselves focusing on what others think about the things we are choosing to do, which is exhausting and unproductive. In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners: 1. Where the bible says our focus should be 2. What we sacrifice when we are focused on the happiness of others 3. The danger of trying to meet unrealistic expectations from others Mind Renewal Tip: If you are focused on keeping others happy, you are often sacrificing your own well being. Scripture Renewal Tip: Acts 5:29 Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. Resources: https://www.cleerelystated.com/blogs/daily-devotion/ten-things-you-arent-responsible-for

Whether we realize it or not, we choose what we believe in hard times. We can choose to believe we are alone or that God is with us. And that choice can be the difference between suffering and peace when facing the same thing. There comes a point in all of our lives when we are in the middle of a hard time or trial, l and we feel like we might not make it through. Maybe it’s a job loss. The death of a loved one. Or a struggle with illness. Regardless the circumstance, it’s hard to know how to find your way out. In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners how to navigate a hard time more easily by examining: How choice plays a large role in perseverance God’s promises have the ability to keep our minds stable Mind Renewal Tip: You’ve got to stand for something or you’ll fall for anything. Scripture Renewal Tip: Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist. Ephesians 6:14

Moms don’t have to be perfect to be effective in being there for our children. But sometimes, it’s hard to know where to put our mental effort and focus when trying to raise happy and healthy kids. In today’s episode, Quinn discusses: Three hidden superpowers of Rockstar moms The importance of connecting with other kids in your home The value of respect in creating a household of healthy kids Mind Renewal Tip: Kids that feel respected by their parents feel more inclined to respect their parents in return. Scripture Renewal Tip: The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. He will not always hide, nor will he keep his anger forever. He does not deal with us according to our sins, not repay us according to our iniquities. As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him. Psalm 103: 8-10,134

Most people feel stress from time to time, but healthy individuals do not carry stress day in and day out or it begins to take a toll on our health. When we adjust to holding stress and not managing it, we can end up with high cortisol levels which wreak havoc on our bodies both mentally and physically. In today’s episode, Quinn shares about: What cortisol is What it does when it’s elevated How to reduce it naturally in our daily life Mind Renewal Tip: We can fight off stress all at once but if we proactively do things to reduce it daily, we can slower make it disappear. Scripture Renewal Tip: “Cast your burden on the Lord, And He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved” (Psalm 55:22) Resources: https://www.charliehealth.com/post/vagus-nerve-exercises https://elara.care/nutrition/foods-that-lower-anxiety/ https://www.goodrx.com/well-being/diet-nutrition/foods-that-lower-cortisol?label_override=undefined https://www.womenshealthnetwork.com/adrenal-fatigue-and-stress/negative-effects-of-high-cortisol/#:~:text=Thyroid%20imbalances-,Negative%20effects%20of%20high%20cortisol,continual%20state%20of%20hyper%2Denergy

Have you ever felt God telling you to do something that doesn’t necessarily make sense? In this episode, Quinn tells the story of her friend and ministry partner Jarrell feeling compelled to come lay hands on her face at the start of her diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt. In the episode, Quinn teaches listeners: 1. What often happens when we don’t listen to God 2. The mystery and power of trusting God is at work 3. The power of focusing on God’s timing Mind Renewal Tip: Obedience is the key to unlocking blessings. --Priscilla Shirer Scripture Renewal Tip: "And through your descendants all the nations of the earth will be blessed—all because you have obeyed me." (Genesis 22:18) Jesus replied, "But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice." (Luke 11:28) Wherever You Go I Want You To Know is available here. Save 25% by using code: Go25

Life is not one big story, but instead a compilation of seasons God uses to grow and refine us. When a season isn’t our favorite, it’s tempting to try and rush through the season we are in instead of allowing God to grow us and use our God-given gifts to bloom where we’re planted. In this episode, Quinn talks about: 1. Different types of seasons God leads us through 2. What happens when we move from one season to the next 3.The best ways to bloom where you’re planted Mind Renewal Tip: All seasons have purpose. One isn’t better than another. Although one may be more fun than another. And the beauty of God at work in us is not rushing from one season to the next, but allowing God to give us the strength and wisdom to bloom where we are standing. Scriptural Renewal Tip: There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance… Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 Resources: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/spiritual-gifts-inventory/en