Cheering Past Challenges
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsBorn of a passionate desire to transform her own personal battles into a platform for helping others, Rebecca Stewart’s Cheering Past Challenges Podcast promotes mental health and wellness for any who are struggling in personal hardships.
Throughout the process of caring for her mother diagnosed with schizophrenia, and the journey that eventually birthed freedom out of despair, Rebecca developed a roadmap for dealing with trauma in her life. Cheering Past Challenges Podcast focuses on the core values of Grace, Faith, Surrender, and Hope as tools to overcome life’s greatest difficulties.
Whether you suffer from a mental health disorder, are struggling as a caregiver for someone else, or are trapped in your own trauma, this podcast is for you. Follow each episode and begin reclaiming health and victory for yourself!
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Episodes
Death by a Thousand Paper Cuts- Little Grief with Author Jess Kayhart
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBTopics discussed today: Who is Jess Kayhart? What is little grief? Examples Why it’s less socially acceptable It’s often dismissed by others and that makes us feel alone Then you have to figure out a way to be okay The Story of Job and how it relates Making space to figure out the emotion How to find a place where you can talk about the little grief Find people you trust Jennie Allen book “Find Your People” How to be kind to ourselves When you’re sad… do this one thing ...
Nurturing Ourselves and Others During Sickness
March 01, 2024 20:55 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBThere's nothing like having a puking kid to make you feel out of control! Today's talk is about what to do when there is sickness in your house. Rebecca will talk you through it, step by step. Details include: Priorities during sickness How to prevent sickness from spreading A few simple tips to get your household running A reward at the end of the day for you! Specific prayers to pray over your loved ones when they are sick Thanks for listening! Below is a link to Flylady's cr...
Havin' Fun While Cleaning Toilets- A book review on Mandy Arioto's Have More Fun Book
February 08, 2024 17:40 - 18 minutes - 25 MBToday's podcast discusses: Who is Mandy Arioto? A review of her book Have More Fun How to get your mind ready for change How to incorporate more fun in your life and why Why we struggle with fun Fake fun vs healthy fun Ways Rebecca has incorporated fun in her life Check out Flylady on youtube for cleaning inspo Thanks for listening to the podcast! We'll be back next Thursday with another book review.
Hope for the Homeless
February 02, 2024 02:14 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBHost Rebecca Stewart shares stories from her childhood: poverty, low income housing, suicide, and overcoming hard times. She shares scriptures that provide hope to the weary from the book of Job and the gospel of Matthew. If we all helped a little bit we would greatly impact the homeless population. The data shows over 54% of our homeless population in America have some sort of mental disorder. (RAND Institute) Please join Rebecca in fighting homelessness but simply subscribing to the...
How You Can Evolve As a Caregiver
January 25, 2024 07:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBHost Rebecca Stewart shares intimate details of taking care of her mother with Schizophrenia, the caregiver role, why it’s challenging, and ultimately what to do to have hope. Something new- Rebecca shares audio of her mother Elaine to show first hand the brain disease and what it is like. Other topics: How to be new in your caregiving How to put yourself first How to establish healthy boundaries A Guide for the Caregiver How to use scripture for your foundation Psalm 10:14- ...
Nourishing Your Soul with Life Coach Melissa Schultz
January 18, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBWho is Melissa? Melissa Schultz is passionate about helping women break through harmful mindsets that keep them from operating in alignment with who God called them to be so they can operate at God's pace of peace. In addition to being the director of Women with Purpose, Melissa is a mentor and coach for those she works with in her ministry. She and her husband Matt celebrated 30 years of marriage this past year and are the proud parents to their 2 adult children and their spouses. She enj...
Getting over the Post Christmas Blues
January 11, 2024 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBWhat does Ezekiel’s vision of God have to do with Post Christmas Stress? Are you feeling a little blue after the Christmas hustle and bustle? You are not alone. According to experts the "saddest week of the year" is the third week of January. January is the month we know the bills are starting to come in from our pre christmas shopping sprees. January typically in the midwest is dreary, dark, and grey. There can be lots of snow which is fun for the kids but not so fun for driving adults....
Mom of Six Makes a Difference- featuring Lyndsey Neumann
December 29, 2023 03:28 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBGrab your cup of coffee and get ready to laugh with this funny and down to earth interview with Mom of 6 Lyndsey Neumann! Lyndsey is the wife to Josh, mother of five boys and one girl, and most of all a child of God! She is a volunteer for Safe Families and has opened up her home to foster children in need. Her love for Christ is evident in all she does and she is a mom we can all learn some tips from! Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in December of 2022 Topics: How to navigate ...
Christmas Stories from Our Family to Yours
December 21, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBAre you having a hard time getting into the Christmas Spirit? Well, grab your hot chocolate, because you're not going to want to miss today's festive podcast! Members of our family will be sharing some of our favorite Christmas memories. Some are happy, some are sad. Sometimes, just hearing a good Christmas story is enough to put you in a better mood. Instagram Website Happy Holidays from the Stewart Family!
From Chaos to Calm with Jess Kayhart
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBToday’s discussion leads to the question: How can God still be good, even when bad things happen? Author Jess Kayhart shares her personal story of loss and how she was able to turn towards God and not away from Him during the most painful point of her life. Jess shares key moments of her traumatic childhood, including being involved in a tragic accident that took the life of Penny, her stepmom. Then in response to that lost, her father committed suicide 6 weeks later. She believed ...
Why Don't We Always Hear God's Voice?
October 27, 2023 16:25 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MBDo you ever feel like God is not near you when you're suffering? God's love is enough! Host Rebecca Stewart discusses the topic of the goodness of God and how His love is enough during your trials. We all have seasons when things aren't going our way. Some of these seasons can be particularly difficult, such as seasons of grief. Rebecca lost her mother two years ago, although it feels like it just happened. When you get out your bible and can't hear His voice, why is that? It's beca...
How to be loved in an unlovable world
October 19, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBAuthor Rebecca Stewart discusses the complexity of the world today, how to receive God's love and in turn pass that love forward to others.
Using the Gift of Prophesy During Difficult Times
October 13, 2023 06:01 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBThis is a follow-up to the previous episode, for this episode I let God say what he wanted to say. I hope you will find comfort in the message of this episode. We all have tough times, and in these times we must turn to the Lord first.
Israel and Prayer
October 13, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 17 MBA simple discussion about how Christians can pray for Israel. How we can continue to hear God's voice, and carry out our purpose while history unfolds before our eyes.
Handling The Christmas Grinch In Your Life
December 16, 2022 02:14 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBJoin me on a three-minute prayer meditation where we heal a relationship causing strife. Have you heard of "let go and let God?" but didn't know how to apply it in your life? In today's short episode you will be guided on just that. Click below to watch Pastor Shane's sermon: https://www.firstfree.org/media?sapurl=LytqNnNiL2xiL21pLysycDdyaHM0P2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZSZyZWNlbnRSb3V0ZT1hcHAud2ViLWFwcC5saWJyYXJ5Lmxpc3QmcmVjZW50Um91dGVTbHVnPSUyQmN0OWRiMnk= Scroll down to Happy & ...
What Winter Blues? Managing SAD with Personal Coach Melissa Schultz
December 09, 2022 19:47 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBToday's guest on the CPC podcast is business and personal coach Melissa Schultz. Melissa is dedicated to empowering women to crush the lies they believe and find true success. She partners with God on a daily basis, and with HIM she helps many women gain clarity, courage, healing, and breakthrough from the fear, anxiety, overwhelm, and lies that we can all believe. She created an Imposter Syndrome Breakthrough program that helps women step into their purpose and become who they were meant to...
The Shock of Losing My Mom
August 18, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBRebecca Stewart shares the story of losing her mom and how even though she knew her mom was declining, the death was still a shock to her. Have you recently lost someone close to you? This episode is for you. There is no wrong or right way to grieve. But through faith and community we can support one another. To learn more about Cheering Past Challenges check us out on instagram and facebook. To read more about Rebecca and her mom you can purchase or download on kindle her book Unbi...
Laugh Your Way Out of Grief with Lisa David Olson
August 11, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBLisa David Olson is a humorist speaker, author, podcaster and performer who shares how humor saved her life. Her interactive style and ‘improv for real life' message demonstrates how humor is healthy and is a cohesive human connector. Her platforms include sharing a message of surviving childhood trauma as well as using her two decades of improvisation and performing, to coach teams for the workplace. 'Laughs On Wry' is a memoir made of short stories capped off with thoughts to ponder. The ...
The Power of Positivity with Dr. Heather Browne
August 04, 2022 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBThis week's episode features Dr. Heather Browne, a mother, widow, and optimist. Dr. Heather Browne PsyD, LMFT helps people recognize the power of communication. It is one of our most important skills that we have, and yet we don’t consider our understanding, approach, belief, and therefore, miss our possibilities. Living with a paranoid schizophrenic mother gave Dr. Heather a unique and powerful awareness that no one has the same reality, though we believe we do. Utilizing this revolutionary...
Surviving My Husband's Suicide with Kathleen Brock
July 29, 2022 02:20 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBGrab your tissue boxes for this raw and real conversation with Kathleen Brock. Kathleen Brock is a mother of two children, a best-selling author on Amazon, and a professional within the pharmaceutical industry. Kathleen lost her amazing husband to suicide when their first child was only 9 months old. From this point on, she began a journey to help others afflicted with losing a loved one to suicide. But first, she had to learn to help herself and care for her new baby girl. Through Kathle...
The Journey of Grief with Jocelyn Jones
July 17, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBToday we will be discussing grief, particularly anticipatory grief. Jocelyn shares her personal grief story about her beloved father who developed dementia symptoms. Jocelyn illustrates the journey of loving someone during their cognitive decline, and how that painful experience changed her forever. Jocelyn emphasizes the importance of leaning on the community in the wake of tragedy. Rev. Jocelyn J. Jones is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She received her bachelor’s degree from th...
Episode 002 The Journey of Grief with Jocelyn Jones
July 17, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBToday we will be discussing grief, particularly anticipatory grief. Jocelyn shares her personal grief story about her beloved father who developed dementia symptoms. Jocelyn illustrates the journey of loving someone during their cognitive decline, and how that painful experience changed her forever. Jocelyn emphasizes the importance of leaning on the community in the wake of tragedy. Rev. Jocelyn J. Jones is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She received her bachelor’s degree from th...
Riding the Waves of Grief with Jennifer Hyer
July 07, 2022 21:22 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBJoin me as I journey through the rough waters of grief with my guest Jennifer Hyer. Jennifer Hyer is a mom of 5, who recently lost her mom to Alzheimer's and went through the tragedy of a house fire shortly after. In this episode, Jennifer talks about her personal grief story, how her grief rocked her faith, and how she learned to cope with it in her new normal. Check out Cheering Past Challenge on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheeringpastchallenges Facebook:...
Season 2 Episode 001 Riding the Waves of Grief with Jennifer Hyer
July 07, 2022 21:22 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBJoin me as I journey through the rough waters of grief with my guest Jennifer Hyer. Jennifer Hyer is a mom of 5, who recently lost her mom to Alzheimer's and went through the tragedy of a house fire shortly after. In this episode, Jennifer talks about her personal grief story, how her grief rocked her faith, and how she learned to cope with it in her new normal. Check out Cheering Past Challenge on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheeringpastchallenges Facebook:...
016 - Speaking of Sex
June 10, 2021 14:15 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBRebecca Stewart is joined by author Shauna Harris to discuss the power of intimacy, the importance of talking to our children about sex, and relationship intimacy tips. Website: https://cheeringpastchallenges.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheeringpastchallenges Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheeringpastchallenges/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mrsbigsky/featured Cheering Past Challenges is a community of individuals seeking to overcome past and current trau...
015 - Dementia Care
April 01, 2021 21:44 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBDementia is a tough topic to talk about. Nobody really wants to talk about dementia care. But many of us are taking care of our loved ones who have developed memory loss and have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia. Everybody knows somebody that knows someone that has this condition. While it’s not the most fun topic, it’s a conversation that’s worth having. This week, I am sharing 10 positive tips on how to interact and love your friends and family who may be suffering fr...
014 - Seek Him First with Jennifer Hayes Yates
March 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBBefore the Global Pandemic hit, we all lived crazy, busy lives. From getting the kids to school, to running errands for our business, to maintaining a healthy work-life balance at home, it was difficult to find time to replenish our soul. With all the time at home this past year, many of us have deepened our walk with God. However, now that the world is slowly going back to “normal”, it’s essential that we keep our daily devotion with the Holy Spirit. This week, I am talking with Jenn...
013 - When You’re In the Rain and You Don’t Have an Umbrella
March 18, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MBIf you don’t struggle with mental illness, I’ll bet you know someone who does. Maybe it’s your spouse, a parent, or a best friend. Oftentimes we don’t always know the best thing to do during the hard moments. Whether it’s Anxiety, Depression, or Schizophrenia, the most important thing is to remind your loved ones that you care deeply for them. Sometimes the best thing you can do is to just be there and listen. This week, I am sharing what it’s like to love someone with a mental illnes...
012 - 4 Steps to Overcoming a Bad Childhood
March 11, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBWe all have experienced trauma in our lives. Whether it was the death of a loved one at an early age, constantly moving to new places due to our parents career path, or experiencing a certain level of abuse, we all have wounds from our childhood. But the good news is that God is there guiding us every step of the way to our healing journey. This week, I am sharing four steps to overcoming a bad childhood. I don’t believe that you or I had the worst childhood growing up. However, I do ...
011 - Being Taken Away From My Mom
March 04, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn the Fall of 1989, I was 7 years old and in the 2nd grade. That’s when my mom started showing signs of Psychosis. Although her symptoms slowly started during the summer, it really affected my school semester. After my mom threw away my school textbooks, left rotting food in the refrigerator, and believed she could communicate with her FM Radio, that’s when I knew something was wrong with my mom. My entire life changed when she wasn’t able to fully take care of her own child, much less take...
010 - The Waiting Game
February 25, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBA few weeks ago, I shared what happens when God calls you to do something big. I talked about how these callings don’t happen overnight and how to trust God’s timing. More often than not, we find ourselves waiting for God to give us the go ahead on pursuing these callings. But sometimes we’re closer than we even realize. The waiting game is never as long as we originally think. This week, the digital version of my book, Unbinding Love, launched on Amazon. While I am super excited to f...
009 - Anxiety Help
February 23, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBDo you suffer from anxiety? Do you wake up in the middle of the night in a panic? Do you have feelings of fear for no reason at all? You are not alone. This mental condition affects 30% of the population. In fact, anxiety is the most common mental disorder amongst adults. The good news is that while you may be struggling with anxious thoughts, you are not alone in your struggle. This week, I am sharing a few ways to cope with anxiety and how to find peace when your thoughts are racing...
008 - What it’s Like to Live with Someone with Schizophrenia
February 18, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBDo you know someone who has been diagnosed with Schizophrenia? Whether it’s a loved one or someone in your community, life can be very interesting. Unlike the hustle and bustle of everyday society, oftentimes life is much slower paced. This week, I am sharing what it’s like to live with someone with Schizophrenia. Growing up with a mother battling Schizophrenia, I learned a lot about loving people and extending compassion to those around me. While my childhood was unlike many others,...
007 - Have You Been Called?
February 11, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBHas God asked you to do something big? Whether it's a new project or a new adventure, you may be feeling like God has been asking you to do something. But, how many of us know that God is calling us to do something but we’ve been putting it off? Maybe it’s something new and exciting and we’re genuinely interested, but we’re comfortable with where we’re currently at. If there is one thing that I have learned is that no matter how hard you try to ignore your calling, it is there for a reason. ...
006 - How to Heal Your Inner Child
February 04, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBDo you find that you have a hard time sticking up for yourself? Do you find yourself in the same struggles over and over again? Maybe it’s happening at work with a co-worker or someone in your personal life that really challenges you. As hard as it may seem, we need to face these challenges head on in order to strengthen our relationships. But what if some of these challenges were deeper than we even realize? Oftentimes when we tackle the obstacles in our lives, it brings awareness to deeper...
005 - 8 Things I’m Struggling with Right Now
January 28, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBI’m going to be real with y’all and say that I’m struggling right now. If I’m being honest, we’re all struggling right now with what we should or shouldn’t be doing during a Global Pandemic. The holidays this past season were entirely different as many of us missed out on family gatherings and enjoying simple things like attending a Christmas Church service without feeling judged or intruding on someone’s health. Things are very different right now. And as we’re nearing an entire year since ...
004 - 10 Truths Every Caregiver Needs to Know
January 21, 2021 05:03 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBDid you know 75% of all caregivers are women over the age of 45? Of that group, 25% are taking care of their own children and an aging parent at the same time, also known as a “sandwich caregiver”. There are many lessons that I have learned over the last decade of taking care of my own mother. Some of which I am still learning today. As caregivers, we all need simple reminders of the important work that we are doing. From self-care and creating healthy boundaries to healing your inner chi...
003 - What a Psych Hospital is Like
January 21, 2021 05:02 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBHave you ever been to a Psych Hospital? Is it really like a prison? Does Hollywood portray an accurate experience? I’m here to tell you a few surprising facts about Psych Hospitals and what you can expect if you’re going to one for the first time. In this episode of Cheering Past Challenges, I walk you through what to expect and dispel any myths behind Psych Hospitals and Mental Wards. The truth is, it's going to feel awkward and uncomfortable at first. But, as I share a few of my experien...
002 - 10 Signs of Psychosis
January 21, 2021 05:01 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBHave you had Psychosis? Or have you known or loved somebody that has had Psychosis? If you’re not sure, here are 10 signs to know when someone is about to enter Psychosis or if they are already in Psychosis. As a disclaimer, I am not a Doctor or a Medical Professional. Everyone’s experiences with Schizophrenia and Psychosis may differ from others. However, these are my thoughts, feelings, and emotions based on personal experiences with my mother. If you are or a loved one is suffering fr...
001 - My Mom’s Story
January 21, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode of Cheering Past Challenges, I share how I became my mother's caretaker at the age of 21. With my mother's ongoing battle with Schizophrenia, growing up had its own set of challenges. From not having meals to eat at home to not having textbooks for school, living with a Schizophrenic parent was tough. Despite the many obstacles faced though, my mother has taught me compassion, what it looks like to be a good friend and a good mother. Even now in her later years, I really h...
000 - Welcome to Cheering Past Challenges!
January 11, 2021 16:27 - 3 minutes - 8.94 MBCheering Past Challenges is a community of individuals seeking to overcome past and current trauma by seeking spiritual solutions. Join Host, Rebecca Stewart, as she shares her journey of taking care of her mother with Schizophrenia. By focusing on Mental Health & Wellness, Rebecca offers insight on how to care for your loved ones during the most difficult moments of their lives. Connect with Rebecca Stewart Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheeringpastchallenges Instagram: htt...