Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, but can’t figure out what’s at the root of it? Or maybe you’re dealing with chronic fatigue or an upset stomach and nothing seems to help? It’s possible that what’s causing your problems are actually repressed emotions. In this episode, I’m speaking with Integrative Health Pharmacist Kari Coody about how repressing our emotions impacts our physical health and what we can do to process our feelings in a healthy way. If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Kari: website | Instagram | Facebook Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

Have you ever been in a conversation and thought to yourself, "What’s the point?" Or maybe you just wanted to give up. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 tips to help you have healthy conversations. Just remember it’s important to stay committed and connected and that every relationship will look different. When things come up, of course shutting down is easier than having a conversation, but people are worth fighting for. Resources mentioned: How To Stop Worrying About What Other People Think Lie: Everyone Should Get All of You If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

At some point, we’ve all bought into the lie that we can do it all, but our energy is limited. In this episode, I’m talking with author Nicole Unice about how we can set boundaries that help us use our resources in the most effective way and that build connection with others. She also offers practical tips for how to express boundaries in a way that honors both you and the person you’re speaking to. Resources mentioned: The Miracle Moment: How Tough Conversations Can Actually Transform Your Most Important Relationships Let’s Be Real Podcast Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Nicole: website | Instagram | Facebook Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

Do you feel tired and worn out from trying to keep everyone happy all the time? Do you feel like there is no time or space in your mind to deal with everyday situations? If your answer is yes to either of those questions, you’re in the right place. This episode is to help you build out your spheres of influence and remind you who should get the most of you. Not everyone will get all of you spiritually, emotionally, and physically and that's okay. You can't serve everyone 100% percent and not expect a breakdown somewhere. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

Are you wrestling with finding your identity outside of your titles or growing weary in the midst of a hard season? Then you’re not going to want to miss this conversation I had with author and podcast host Sarah Bragg about faith, life, and who you are beyond motherhood. Sarah recently released her new book A Mother’s Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith and Myself and in this episode, she shares about finding empathy for our kids, the power of starting small, and finding beauty in the ordinary. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Sarah: website | Instagram | Facebook | podcast Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

If you feel worn down and wondering where you lost your passion for what God has called you to do, you’re going to love my talk with the founder and CEO of Horacio Printing, Polly Payne. In this episode, we discuss the importance of defining your why, the problem with an “all or nothing” mentality, and how we can start gaining momentum today. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Polly: website | Instagram | Facebook Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

Dieting is the worst way to lose weight. The fitness industry teaches us that by losing weight we’ll become happy with our bodies and therefore happy with ourselves. But the truth is that we can't fix an internal problem with an external solution. Our hope is in our Savior and not a diet. In this Truth Talk, I’m breaking down the characteristics of a diet, how they can affect our thought process, and what we can do to reframe our perspective about eating. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide How to Trust the Holy Spirit Instead of Diet Culture with Liz Patton and Summer Faith If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

Do you feel overwhelmed, moody, fatigued, or frustrated? Have you considered that the time you’re spending on social media could be contributing to those feelings? Last month I investigated what would happen if I set healthy boundaries to create more space between me and social media. In this life update episode, I’m sharing about the daily habits I put in place that have helped me improve my mood, create the mental space I need to make better decisions, and produce the emotional space needed to heal from lingering wounds. Resources mentioned: Chase God, Not Your Feelings Guide If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline of this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this episode, I’m talking with Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer Clara Norfleet about where we get the idea that there is a so-called “perfect body” and discuss how to identify when your pursuit of fitness has become your idol. We also chat about how changing our mindset and focusing inward can make being healthy easier. Believing the lie, I must strive for the perfect body, can leave you feeling exhausted, and like you are never going to be good enough. If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline and links mentioned in this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies

For the month of July, I'm sharing replays of my most popular episodes. In this episode I'm discussing forgiveness and why it’s important to me. For a long time, I carried the weight of pain, unwilling to let go. I thought to forgive meant to erase all that had been done. Forgiveness doesn’t mean reconciliation. That takes both parties coming together in agreement to work it out. Maybe that’s an option in this season, and perhaps it isn’t. Forgiveness takes one person. You. Your willingness to walk through healing with the Father. If you want to get the full show notes directly in your inbox with the outline and links mentioned in this episode, sign up now at jessicahottle.com/podcast-newsletter. Follow Jessica: website | Instagram | freebies