Real Talk with Rachael Podcast
369 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 158 ratingsRachael Gilbert is a therapist on a mission to bridge the gap between mental health and faith. She believes in the power of Jesus and therapy and loves to have honest conversations about both.
Tune in on Mondays for short talk therapy episodes, always 15 minutes or less. And on Wednesdays, we share guest interviews with people whose message will bring you hope, healing, and encouragement.
Stick around until the show for "Let's Get Real Practical", a short segment where Rachael shares counselor-approved strategies to take this real talk episode and make it relevant in your everyday life through simple action steps.
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#61: Overcoming Trauma & Finding Purpose in the Pain with Anne Beiler
March 25, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with Anne Beiler of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. Anne Beiler began twisting pretzel in 1987 and grew a single farmer’s market stand into Auntie Anne’s Inc., the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. Her professional success, however, was forged after years of darkness, depression, and despair brought on by the death of her nineteen-month-old daughter. Anne’s personal story and entrepreneurial insights have been featured on many telev...
Talk Therapy: Exchange Fear
March 23, 2020 08:00 - 5 minutes - 8.09 MBOn this episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're talking about a subject near to my heart - overcoming fear. Please visit RachaelGilbert.com/overcomefear to get my 3 Action Steps to Overcome Fear Guide. 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.
#60: Jesus Over Everything with Lisa Whittle
March 18, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking with the author and Bible teacher, Lisa Whittle. She is also the creator of a companion video Bible study for Jesus over Everything. A pastor's daughter and longtime ministry leader in issues relevant to the church, Lisa is the founder of Ministry Strong and the popular Jesus over Everything podcast, which debuted in the top twenty-five of Christian podcasts. Her love runs deep to see people pursue Jesus for life, grow deep roots of faith, and ...
Talk Therapy: Anxiety
March 16, 2020 08:00 - 6 minutes - 8.93 MBOn our first episode of Talk Therapy with Rachael, we're taking a few deep breaths and talking about anxiety. 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.
#59: The Quiet Strength Behind Chick-Fil-A with Trudy Cathy White
March 11, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Trudy Cathy White, the daughter of Chick-fil-A founders S. Truett and Jeannette Cathy. Trudy recently released a book called A Quiet Strength: The Life and Legacy Jeannette M. Cathy, about the important behind the scenes role her mother plays in the Chick-fil-A institution to this day. Trudy is a native Georgian and is the co-founder of Lifeshape and Impact 360 Institute with her husband John. She is a speaker, author, and dedicated wif...
#58: Confrontation and Core Messages with Beth McCord
March 04, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re talking with Beth McCord, founder of Your Enneagram Coach, who has been an Enneagram speaker, coach, and teacher for more than seventeen years. She has been trained by the best Enneagram experts and has obtained her advanced certification in Enneagram coaching. Beth is passionate about coming alongside individuals and helping them rewrite their story, allowing them to see that lasting change, meaningful relationships, and a life of deep purpose are p...
#57: Raising Boys Who Respect Girls with Dave Willis
February 26, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Dave Willis, who spent thirteen years as a full-time pastor and is now a speaker, author, relationship coach, and television host for MarriageToday. Dave and his wife Ashley have four young sons and live in Keller, Texas where they co-host a podcast together, The Naked Marriage. Today we talk about his new book, “Raising Boys Who Respect Girls” and get into the nitty-gritty of the challenges that parents raising boys face today. Toda...
#56: Living an Intentional Life with Lara Casey
February 19, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking with Lara Casey, CEO of Cultivate What Matters. Lara Casey is a mom to three (one through the gift of adoption), a grateful wife, and a believer in the impossible. As CEO of Cultivate What Matters, Lara is the creator of the best-selling PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner, the Write the Word Bible journals, and she authored two books: Make it Happen and Cultivate. In her free time Lara and loves getting her hands dirty in the garden with h...
#55: Take Back Your Time with Morgan Tyree
February 12, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, we’re talking to Morgan Tyree, author of the book Take Back Your Time: Identify Your Priorities, Decrease Stress, and Increase Productivity. Morgan is a Professional Organizer, writer, and Fitness Instructor and she has a desire to help women be their best; to bless, encourage, and equip them in every season of life. She lives in Colorado with her husband, David, and their three children. This week we're talking about: Identifying your own top purpos...
#54: Why I Don't Despise Small Beginnings
February 05, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael we’re celebrating the two year anniversary of this podcast! We’re also celebrating what God has done through it and looking back at our “small beginnings”. Today we’re talking about: Our top three most downloaded episodes: Episode 27 - Claiming Victory in the Valleys of Life with Dr. Cindy Haggerton, Episode 4 - Real Talk on Anxiety & Expecting Blessings in the Midst of Difficult Seasons with Diana Burks and Episode 32 - Real Talk about Biblical Body ...
#53: Reaching Beyone Boundaries with Former Navy Seal, Don Mann
January 29, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael I have the privilege of talking with Don Mann, a US Navy Veteran and member of SEAL Team Six and writer of 19 books, including his most recent book, Reaching Beyond Boundaries: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Achieving Everything You've Ever Imagined. Today we're talking about: Doing something every day to make you smarter, faster, stronger and kinder How good teammates usually end up leading teams Don's thoughts on PTSD Developing a “combat mindset” by le...
#53: Reaching Beyond Boundaries with Former Navy Seal, Don Mann
January 29, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael I have the privilege of talking with Don Mann, a US Navy Veteran and member of SEAL Team Six and writer of 19 books, including his most recent book, Reaching Beyond Boundaries: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Achieving Everything You've Ever Imagined. Today we're talking about: Doing something every day to make you smarter, faster, stronger and kinder How good teammates usually end up leading teams Don's thoughts on PTSD Developing a “combat mindset” by le...
#52: Eat, Pray & Get Well with Erin Porter
January 22, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 58 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, I talk with Erin Porter, author of Eat Pray Get Well: A Journey from Chronic Illness, Brokenness & Junk Food Junkie to Wholeness & Wellness. This is not your Grandmother’s recipe book! In Eat Pray Get Well, Erin invites you into her journey from a childhood filled with rejection and emotional abuse to chronic illness into her adult years. She shares how God used both of these debilitating tragedies to reveal His grace, healing, and blessings in unimagina...
#51: Tearing Down Idols & Raising Up Leaders with Alisa Keeton
January 15, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBToday on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Alisa Keeton, author of the book The Wellness Revelation: Lose What Weighs You Down So You Can Love, God, Yourself, and Others. Alisa Keeton is a leading certified wellness professional with more than 20 years of experience. She is passionately dedicated to serving the Lord and is the founder of Revelation Wellness, a nonprofit ministry dedicated to educating and inspiring people to live healthy and whole lives in Christ. To date, she and ...
#50: Learning to K.N.E.E.E.L. with Gwen Smith
January 08, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Gwen Smith - a popular conference speaker, author, worship leader, coach, podcaster and volleyball enthusiast who lives in sunny North Carolina and has been married to her hunky college honey, Brad, for 26 years. They are tired parents to three tall young adults who keep them on their toes and on their knees. Her online friends meet at GwenSmith.net where she helps women know and trust God more. Her popular podcast, GRACEOLOGIE with Gwe...
#49: Start the New Year with a Renewed Heart
January 01, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBWelcome to 2020! This week on Real Talk with Rachael I'm talking about the condition of our hearts. Did you know that the NLT version of the Bible mentions the heart 565 times? It's very important to God and just might be your secret to success in the new year. TODAY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT: what God is showing me about my own heart condition why your heart is so important to God a few things that the Bible tells us about our hearts and our relationship with God three steps for spiritua...
#48: Real Talk About My Instagram Addiction
December 18, 2019 09:00 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBHey friends! Welcome back to Real Talk with Rachael. Today I am pulling back the curtains on my own life and getting real about a struggle I’ve had in my own life that God is convicting and correcting me - my Instagram addiction. I also want to share some really exciting news - starting January 8, 2020, this show will be delivered to you weekly! You can expect a new episode every Wednesday morning to help you not just survive but thrive through your week. Today we're talking about: Four...
#47: One Thing That Changes Everything with Asheritah Ciuciu
December 11, 2019 09:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael I talk with Asheritah Ciuciu, who is a bestselling author and speaker, wife to her high school sweetheart Flaviu, and mama to three spunky kiddos. She grew up in Romania as a missionary kid and studied English and Women’s Ministry at Cedarville University. She is the founder of One Thing Alone Ministries, an online ministry that helps overwhelmed women find joy in Jesus through creative and consistent time in God’s Word. Visit BibleandBreakfast.com for r...
#46: From Grumbling to Gratitude with Tricia Goyer
November 28, 2019 09:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, we talk with Tricia Goyer, author of the brand new book, “The Grumble Free Year: Twelve Months, Eleven Family Members, and One Impossible Goal”. Tricia Goyer is a busy mom of ten, doting grandma, and wife to John. A USA Today bestselling author, Tricia has published seventy books and is a two-time Carol Award winner, as well as a Christy and ECPA Award Finalist. She won the Retailer’' Best Award in 2015 and has received starred reviews from Romantic Times...
Ep. 46: From Grumbling to Gratitude with Tricia Goyer
November 28, 2019 09:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, we talk with Tricia Goyer, author of the brand new book, “The Grumble Free Year: Twelve Months, Eleven Family Members, and One Impossible Goal”. Tricia Goyer is a busy mom of ten, doting grandma, and wife to John. A USA Today bestselling author, Tricia has published seventy books and is a two-time Carol Award winner, as well as a Christy and ECPA Award Finalist. She won the Retailer’' Best Award in 2015 and has received starred reviews from Romantic Times...
Ep. 45: Surviving My Daughter's Life Sentence with Bonnie Hirst
November 13, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Bonnie Hirst, who shares with us her story of heartbreak and faith in her new book, “Test of Faith: Surviving My Daughter’s Life Sentence”. I cried during this book, which is not something I do often. After attending a writing workshop, the pain that she went through eventually evolved into her book as she poured all of her experiences out onto the page. She credits that with being a major turning point in her life. Today we talked about...
#45: Surviving My Daughter's Life Sentence with Bonnie Hirst
November 13, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Bonnie Hirst, who shares with us her story of heartbreak and faith in her new book, “Test of Faith: Surviving My Daughter’s Life Sentence”. I cried during this book, which is not something I do often. After attending a writing workshop, the pain that she went through eventually evolved into her book as she poured all of her experiences out onto the page. She credits that with being a major turning point in her life. Today we talked about...
#44: Pray Big Things with Julia Sadler
October 30, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBThis week on Real Talk with Rachael, I’m talking with Julia Sadler, who recently released her exciting new book, “Pray Big Things: The Surprising Life God Has for You When You’re Bold Enough to Ask”. After three miscarriages, Julia, along with her husband, decided to pray boldly and very specifically to change the course of their lives. After going through that experience, she wants to share with the rest of us how we can access that power through prayer and what the Bible says about prayer ...
Special Anniversary Episode: 5 Things We've Learned in Our Parents' 50 Years of Marriage
October 17, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBThis is a bonus episode of Real Talk with Rachael because our parents celebrate fifty years of marriage today! I hopped on a call with my four older siblings and we discussed what we each learned from mom and dad- hence the five things- one from each kid! We also had some fun banter about life in a family of seven, particularly family vacations. Here are just a few things mentioned that we learned from mom and dad: Faith is the foundation Teamwork makes the dream work. Love Jesus, lo...
#43: Risen Motherhood with Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler
October 16, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBEmily Jensen and Laura Wifler spend some time talking about their ministry to give mother’s hope this week. They are sisters-in-law that discovered they had the same questions about how being Christian should affect their approach to motherhood and wanted to explore that topic together on a podcast called Risen Motherhood. On their podcast, they talk about the difficulties of motherhood on a spiritual level, talk about tough topics, all with an aim to give hope to mothers and help refocus th...
#42: Reclaiming Real Friendship in a Culture of Confusion with Kelly Needham
October 02, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBWe got real about friendship with these week's guest, Kelly Needham. Kelly Needham is an author, speaker, and blogger and hopes to convince as many people as possible that nothing compares to knowing Jesus. Here are some things we covered in this episode: Why Kelly wrote Friendish. The one message Kelly would want readers to take away from the book. In a world where women are busier than ever, what it looks like to be a good friend. The most common counterfeits masquerading as goo...
#41: How to Start with Your People with Brian Dixon
September 18, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBToday’s guest, Brian Dixon is the author of Start with Your People: The Daily Decision that Changes Everything. He has a doctoral degree in education from the University of San Diego. He has consulted with universities, publishers, nonprofits, and hundreds of coaching students to help them clarify their message and serve their ideal audience. As a podcaster, conference speaker and consultant, Brian is passionate about helping high performers thrive in a world of overwhelming options. Brian...
Ep. 41: How to Start with Your People with Brian Dixon
September 18, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBToday’s guest, Brian Dixon is the author of Start with Your People: The Daily Decision that Changes Everything. He has a doctoral degree in education from the University of San Diego. He has consulted with universities, publishers, nonprofits, and hundreds of coaching students to help them clarify their message and serve their ideal audience. As a podcaster, conference speaker and consultant, Brian is passionate about helping high performers thrive in a world of overwhelming options. Brian...
#40: Obedience Over Hustle with Malinda Fuller
September 04, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 50.8 MBJoin us today on Real Talk with Rachael as I interview special guest, Malinda Fuller. Malinda Fuller s an acclaimed author, speaker, and blogger that desires to inspire her readers to choose obedience over hustle. And that is exactly what we chatted about today plus all of this awesomeness: The FUN adventure her family is taking in this season of life. Her book: Obedience Over Hustle: The Surrender of the Striving Heart. What's so wrong with this hustle culture. How hustling differs...
#39: 3 Truths about Personal Convictions in a Public World
August 21, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 72.8 MBJoin Rachael this week on Real Talk with Rachael as she shares 3 truths about personal convictions in a public world. {And why it's so important we recognize the power of our personal convictions}. Special thank you to Loved & Blessed box for being today's show sponsor. Click HERE to grab your box and use code REALTALK5 for $5 off your first box! To stay up to date on the Real Talk with Rachael show and special offers from sponsors, text realtalk to 44222 on your cellphone. Connect wit...
#38: The Naked Marriage with Ashley Willis
August 07, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBJoin the conversation this week on Real Talk with Rachael as I chat with special guest, Ashley Willis. Ashley Willis is the author and co-author of seven books and scores of viral blog articles on issues related to faith, mental health, motherhood, and marriage. Along with her husband Dave, she co-hosts the popular Naked Marriage Podcast and MarriageToday TV program. Ashley's resources have provided encouragement, hope and practical instruction to millions around the world. Ashley and Dave...
#37: 4 Life Lessons from the Bra Store
July 24, 2019 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBI only thought we were done with this Biblical Body Image series...until I had quite the experience at a bra store that left me with a story too good not to share! Join me as I share 4 life lessons learned from a bra store! Text the phrase REALTALK to 44222 to be added to the future email list for the release of body image resources. Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.
#36: Mirror Mirror: An Off-the-Wall Discussion About Body Image with Guest Kristen Ekiss
July 10, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MBWe just wrapped up our 4 part series on Biblical body image here on Real Talk with Rachael. I thought it would be fun to bring a guest on the show to have an off the wall discussion about body image. Kristen Ekiss is a speaker, educator, Veteran, and coach. She gracefully merges her Biblical counseling training and 15 years of health and fitness experience to inspire and educate women on how to make simple choices that create life-changing transformation. Her mission with this ministry is ...
#35: Simple Steps for a Strong Body {Biblical Body Image Part 4}
June 26, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis week we dive into our final part of our Biblical Body Image series. If you missed the first 3 episodes in this series click HERE for part one and HERE for part two and HERE for part three. Today we are chatting about simple steps to have a strong body. This is not going to be rocket science. These are principles you can apply immediately with no tricks, gadgets or gimmicks! Here are a few of the resources mentioned in the show I recommend: Renewed: 21 Day Faith & Fitness Plan ...
#34: The Power of a Submitted Heart & Sound Mind {Biblical Body Image Part 3}
June 12, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThis week we dive into part 3 of our Biblical Body Image series. If you missed the first 2 episodes in this series click HERE for part one and HERE for part two. Today we are chatting about the power of a submitted heart and a sound mind when it comes to having a Biblical body image. Don't forget to share this series with a friend and leave those iTunes review! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook.
#33: 5 Reasons we Struggle with Body Image {Biblical Body Image Part 2}
May 29, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 26 MBThis is part 2 of Real Talk about Biblical Body Image. In this week's episode, we dive into 5 reasons I believe we struggle with body image issues. Don't miss the next episode with 2 of the 3 ways we can live healthy with God at the center! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook. Don't forget to leave those iTunes reviews!
#32: Real Talk about Biblical Body Image
May 15, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBIt's been 20 years since I started personally struggling with body image and eating disorders so I thought it was time to share what I've learned with you all. Here are a few things we chat about in this episode: My story & testimony 3 biblical truths about body image 3 tips to overcome Plus more on a summer series on this very topic Here are the questions I left for you to ponder at the end: Is there an area of your temple that you have built an idol? Or not taken care of it at a...
#31: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers & Daughters {with Blythe Daniel & Helen McIntosh}
May 01, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBDo you desire to have a healthy and restored relationship with your mother or daughter? If so, this week's episode of Real Talk with Rachael is one you don't want to miss. I invited Blythe Daniel (the literary agent) & her mother Helen McIntosh (the counselor) on the show to talk about their new book, "Mended: Restoring the hearts of mothers & daughters". This episode was full of nuggets of wisdom so if you are able I would recommend keeping a notebook nearby to jot down notes. Here ar...
#30: Four Things to Try Before You Quit
April 17, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBAre you thinking of quitting a dream, job, ministry, or relationship? If so, listen to this first, then you can decide if you want to quit. Here are the 4 things we discuss but listen in to hear them described: Rest Reevaluate Realign Rend I would LOVE to hear from you after this episode! Please share on social media, leave an iTunes review and/or leave a comment on the blog! Connect with Rachael on the website, Instagram and/or Facebook
#29: Lies We Believe & the Truth That Sets Us Free with Dannah Gresh
April 03, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBToday’s guest, Dannah Gresh, is an author of countless books, founder of Secret Keeper Girl, and is a freedom fighter who is making an impact that is causing a ripple effect in many households, including my own. Dannah holds a special place in my heart because it was through my encounter with her at a women’s retreat that God began a healing work in my heart. As I chatted with Dannah, I got real about a secret sin in my life that God convicted me of and I confessed to my husband. We also...
#28: From Tragedy to Triumph with Melissa Hinnant
March 20, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBYou might recognize this week's guest, Melissa Hinnant, from Shark Tank when she landed a deal with Barbara for her business, Grace & Lace. Melissa's story is one of redemption as she allowed God to turn her tragedy into a triumph that is blessing not only her family but 70 plus employees as well as thousands of customers daily! Here are a few things we chatted about: How Grace & Lace was birthed out of the tragic loss of her first daughter How she encourages others to not waste their...
#27: Claiming Victory in the Valleys of Life
March 06, 2019 09:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBHave you ever encountered a valley in life? Valleys are generally low points that we never anticipated or saw coming. On this week's episode of Real Talk with Rachael, Dr. Cindy Haggerton shared about the valleys of infidelity and infant loss that she and her husband, Dr. JimBob walked through in their life. This was a very real and vulnerable episode that will bless every single person who listens. Here are a few things we chatted about: Their infidelity story and how God has totally red...
#26: Overcoming Obstacles as a Team to Pursue your God-Given Dreams
February 20, 2019 09:00 - 46 minutes - 97.7 MBHave you ever wanted to peek behind the scenes at a husband and wife who pursue different dreams but somehow they do it as a team? That's exactly what we discuss with my husband this week on Real Talk with Rachael. Here are a few things we talk about: How owning a business has shaped us and our marriage What my husband saw in the shy, timid Rachael when we first met in college and why he has encouraged me to go for my dreams Insecurities I've had to overcome and how Matt has helped me...
#25: 7 Things I've Learned in Starting a New Venture
February 06, 2019 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBHey friends, Can you believe it has been one year this month since I launched the Real Talk with Rachael podcast?! I am humbled and grateful for each one of you who have listened and supported the show in some way. I couldn't do it without you. In honor of it being the show's one year anniversary, I decided to do episode 25 solo and share 7 things I've learned from starting a new venture. I believe this episode is going to bless any of you who have it on your heart to start something new...
#24: Living a Life of Courageous Faith with Lauren Gaskill
January 23, 2019 09:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBThis week's episode of Real Talk with Rachael was so anointed! Both Lauren and I had to overcome obstacles to get the interview recorded and we chased a few rabbit trails but they were so worth it! Lauren Gaskill is the author of "Into the Deep: Diving Into a Life of Courageous Faith" and the founder of She Found Joy. Here are a few things we chatted about: What living a life of courageous faith looks like to Lauren Lauren's biggest hurdle in her faith journey A time when Lauren was...
#23: Decluttering at the Speed of Life with Dana K. White
January 09, 2019 09:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBI'm excited for the first episode of 2019 to be with special guest, Dana K. White of A Slob Comes Clean. Dana K. White is an author, podcaster, speaker, and (much to her own surprise) a Decluttering Expert. She taught both English and Theatre Arts before leaving her job to make her family her life's work. In an attempt to get her home under control, Dana started blogging as "Nony" (short for anonymous) at A Slob Comes Clean. Dana soon realized she was not alone in her housekeeping struggle...
#22: Open the Gift of Holiday Sanity with Dr. Cassie Reid
December 12, 2018 09:00 - 39 minutes - 83.3 MBIn honor of Christmas and the holidays, I've asked my professor, Dr. Cassie Reid, back on the show to talk about holiday sanity when it comes to our relationships. You may remember Dr. Reid from episode 6 when we chatted about anxiety and mother wounds. She is a wealth of knowledge and both times I interviewed her I had my own therapy session! Dr. Reid recently wrote a book called "Unwrapped: Open the Gift of Holiday Sanity". I highly recommend this book for every single person. You can bu...
#21: Real Talk about Suicide from a Survivors Perspective with Lynn Paljarvi
November 28, 2018 17:42 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBHey friends, This week's show on Real Talk with Rachael is another special edition episode. It's longer than most of the episodes but I promise it is worth every single minute. November is suicide awareness month and my brave, strong friend, Lynn Paljarvi, came on the show to discuss suicide from a survivors perspective. Here are just a few things we chatted about: How Lynn and I met just months after she lost her husband to suicide The ministry God brought into her life that carrie...
#20: Exchanging "I'm Fine" for "You're Mine" with Holley Gerth
November 14, 2018 09:00 - 24 minutes - 52.2 MBHey, friends! You are going to love this week's guest on Real Talk with Rachael! Holley Gerth is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, certified life coach, and speaker. She loves connecting with the hearts of women through her popular blog and books like You're Already Amazing and Fiercehearted. She's also co-founder of (in)courage and a partner with DaySpring. A few things we chatted about: The heart and story behind her most recent book, "Hope Your Heart Needs: 52 Encouraging R...
#19: Real Talk about Breast Cancer {SPECIAL EDITION}
October 31, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 94.6 MBHey friends, Join me for this special edition episode of Real Talk with Rachael as I interview my sister, Becky Fields. Becky is a breast cancer survivor who fearlessly shared the good, bad and everything in between of her story. I feel this episode should be listened to by every single person to have a better understanding of walking through or alongside someone with cancer. A few things we chatted about: The hardest part of discovering she had breast cancer How she learned not to ...