Our emotional needs are what makes us human – and thankfully, God wants to help meet these needs. Today I am sharing Bible verses for emotional needs for love, comfort and purpose, and 3 ways we can use scripture as therapy. Friend, let these verses help you embrace daily joy!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:19] Emotional Need #1: The Need to Be Loved

[07:49] Emotional Need #2: The Need to Feel Worth

[11:52] Emotional Need #3: The Need to Be Comforted

[20:23] Emotional Need #4: The Need For Purpose and Direction

[27:50] 3 Ways We Can Use These Scriptures as Therapy
[30:52] Emotional Needs Remind Us That It’s Healthy for Us to Stay Dependent on God

RESOURCES:

Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental, and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!

Discover how God's love radically changes your identity, your perspective and your ability to find peace in the “I Am Loved” Bible Study!

Need a simple, biblical way to manage overwhelm + stress? Christian meditation is a scientifically proven tool to soothe the nerves + connect with God to restore the soul. Get my Christian Meditations for Daily Calm resource to help you bring more calm into your life. 

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219: Is Christian Meditation Biblical? How Is Christian Meditation Different from Eastern Meditation?

220: How Can Christian Meditation Help You Better Manage Stress?

221: Super Busy? 15 Ways Christian Meditation Can Fit Into Your Daily Schedule

222: How to Manage Emotional Overwhelm with Christian Meditation

Struggling to keep your commitments and stick to your goals? If you feel like something is in the way of you fulfilling your self-commitments, join me as I share my story of taking action steps to build the gift of commitment in your life!

If you want to build mindsets that help you stay committed, make sure to download my new free training “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy.”

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:30] Why is it Important to Make Small Commitments to Ourselves? 

[09:12] Breaking a Self-Commitment Steals Our Ability to Be Strong and Confident

[15:05] We Can Push Through Hard Things

[18:14] “You're Capable of a Lot More Than You Think You Are”

[22:35] Our Brains Will Adapt to New Patterns - We Just Have to Stay Committed to Them

[25:45] Have You Lost Faith In Yourself and Your Ability to Keep Your Commitments?

[29:02] Are You Suffering in a Commitment You Are Trying to Make?

[31:48] The Greatest Gift of Commitment and Consistency is The Person We Become

RESOURCES:

Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental, and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!

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263: Do You Struggle with Joy (Even Though You Know Christ)? 

264: Should We Always Try to Think Positive?

265: Use Science + Scripture Together to Prepare Your Mind for Joy

How can we use brain science and scripture to renew our thoughts, cultivate a biblical mindset and even prepare our minds for more joy? Let’s talk about specific ways you can find more joy when you renew your mind using science + scripture together!

Looking to find more joy? Download my newest free resource “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy” to learn how you can prepare your mind to receive godly joy.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[01:58] Science Lines Up Perfectly with Biblical Truth

[03:26]  Two Brain Science Truths That Are Supported by Scriptural Truth

[10:20] Are Specific Mindsets Blocking You From Joy?

[15:25] Our Brain is Constantly Changing – Using Brain Priming to Help Shift it to Joy

[19:54] How Do We Blend The Scientific and Scriptural Side of Mindfulness + Gratitude?

[25:10] Are You Resistant to Bringing in Science to Support You in Receiving Godly Joy?

RESOURCES:

Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental, and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!

Imagine if you could use brain science and the Bible together to rewire those inner lies that keep you from believing God's truth about your identity--those limiting beliefs, perfectionistic ideals, unresolved fears, and more! Join the hundreds of women who have found renewed confidence + freedom in the Christian Mindset Makeover! 

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125: How the Hustle Culture + Need to Achieve Nearly Took My Life

263: Do You Struggle with Joy (Even Though You Know Christ)? 

264: Should We Always Try to Think Positive?

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:00] What is The Difference Between Happiness, Joy, and Thinking Positive?

[07:43] Challenging Emotions Are Check Engine Lights From God 

[11:08] We Need to Embrace Challenging Emotions Before We Fill Ourselves Back Up with Positivity

[16:25] Are You Going to “Regularly Water” Healthy or Unhealthy Mindsets?

[19:59] Ask Yourself These Questions: What is Going on Under The Surface Emotionally + What Will be Helpful in The Moment?

[24:23] Myth 1: “I'm Only Able to Find Joy When Life is Good”

[26:00] Myth 2: “I Am a Bad Person if I Tend to Focus on The Negative and Don't Feel Positive About an Outcome.”

[28:03] Myth 3: “It is Impossible to Hold Positivity and Frustration at The Same Time”

[30:51] Myth 4: “The Other Shoe Will Drop If I Lean on a Positive Thought”

[33:38] Is There Something Getting in The Way of You Accessing Joy?

RESOURCES:

Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental, and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!

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263: Do You Struggle with Joy (Even Though You Know Christ)?

What keeps us from finding joy as Christians? If you’re struggling with finding joy in hard times despite being connected with God, join me today as I share 10 common reasons why you may be disconnected from godly joy (and what you can do about it).

Don’t forget to download my newest free resource “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy” to help you learn practical tools for finding joy!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[1:37] Announcement #1: New Site URL: AliciaMichelle.com now up!

[03:49] Announcement #2: New Book: Emotional Confidence Releases Nov 12! 

[08:22] Announcement #3: New Free Video Training:  “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy” 

[12:04] Are You Secretly (or Not So Secretly) Mad At God?

[14:50] Do You Feel Like You Are Always Searching For More?

[16:03] Are You Holding Onto Bitterness or Anger?

[18:14] Is There Something Holding You Back From Your Fullest Expression?

[20:34] Isolation Affects Our Ability to Live Joyfully 

[21:59] Are You Paralyzed By Overthinking?

[22:55] Are You Focused on Checking Boxes Instead of Checking in With Christ?

[24:16] Are You Emotionally, Physically, or Spiritually Burnt Out?

[25:42] Do You Know How to Process Your Emotions?

[26:47] We Need to Build Habits + Mindsets That Make Us a Conduit for Godly Joy 

RESOURCES:

Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to join the launch team for my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”, coming November 12th!

Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!

Are you navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? If so, join us in the Onward + Upward Collective to gain the accountability, support, and encouragement (plus optional 1:1 coaching) you need to boldly pursue God's good plans.

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238: “How Can I Feel More Connected + Less Lonely This Year?”

247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?

260: Who’s the Gatekeeper of Your Thoughts?

261: So What Are You Going to Do About That?

Hormones. Wrinkles. Getting older isn’t for sissies, right? If you’re ready for a new perspective on aging, you’ll love today’s episode on aging gratefully and aging gracefully. We’re chatting with my friend and body image coach Heather Creekmore on finding the humor in aging (and the blessings) even through perimenopause and our changing bodies. Tons of laughter in this episode with a fresh take on how we as Christian women can feel confident and comfortable in  our own skin through mid-life changes. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[00:40] Have You Noticed Changes in Your Body? 

[09:22] Our Culture Reinforces The Message That Aging Is Bad

[15:10] The Mental Shift to FInd Gratitude in Aging

[22:42] Are You in a “Sandwich” Life Season--Called to Help Aging Parents While Still Caring for Children at Home?

[26:00] “There is No Prize For Being a Martyr – Neither Here nor in Heaven”

[29:41] When We Have Grateful Hearts, Our Tendency to Compare Diminishes

[33:27] Alicia’s Reflections: Do You Desire Support As You Walk Through Life Changes?

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Are you navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? If so, join us in the Onward + Upward Collective to gain the accountability, support, and encouragement (plus optional 1:1 coaching) you need to boldly pursue God's good plans.

Connect with best-selling author Heather Creekmore

RELATED EPISODES:

123: Overcoming Body Image Issues + Finding Body Confidence with Rachael Gilbert

241: Is Your Distorted Body Image Hurting Your Health Journey? with Laura Lindhaul

Have you been letting fear keep you from making changes? Many of us have the best intentions yet we get stuck in the cycle of taking in information and not acting on it. Join me in part 4 of our mental refresh series as I discuss why making a change goes beyond having willpower, the top 3 things that prevent us from making changes, and how we can overcome the fear of change. Become your best you this summer by being obedient to God and making the changes that He has been calling you to do!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:41] God Cannot Change Us Until We Are Willing + Able to Change

[09:35] Will You Decide to Follow What God is Calling You to Do?

[12:29] We Cannot Solely Focus on Willpower to Change

[16:24] Are You Afraid of How Making a Change is Going to Affect Others?

[23:28] Are You Letting Your Emotions Impact The Changes You Want to Make?

[26:06] “Faith + Trust in God is The Bridge That Carries Us Over The Fear of Change”

[28:58] Three Resources to Help You Build Structure Around Life Changes

RESOURCES:

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Want to gain a fresh perspective on your life? Step out of the chaos + join me for a fresh touch from God with the Goal Planning Workshop.

RELATED EPISODES:

243: What to Do When Fear Strikes (3 Steps to Living in Peace + Hope)

244: You Can Have a Different Response to Fear and Anxiety

252: Discovering God-Centered Courage to Confidently Move Through Fear with Jennifer Allwood

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?

260: Who’s the Gatekeeper of Your Thoughts?

Are you managing the thoughts that come into your mind? Our mind is the most valuable real estate in our body and if we can protect it, we can make a dramatic difference in how we live, function, and see God in our everyday lives. Join me as I explore the concept of a mental gatekeeper including why they are so important and powerful strategies to develop a mental gatekeeper that will help you discover more confidence, joy and peace!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:30] We Don’t Have to Accept Every Thought That Comes Into Our Mind

[06:30] Who Do You Have “Manning The Gate” When a Thought Comes in?

[09:00] Why is a Gatekeeper So Important? Our Thoughts Shape Our Brains

[13:03] Four Patterns That Present As Gatekeepers - What Are Yours?

[21:10] We Want a Gatekeeper That Models The Holy Spirit’s Voice

[24:17] Addressing Your Gatekeepers with the Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to join the launch team for my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”, coming November 12th!

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258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?

So often we want to jump right past difficult emotions or get a three-step plan to fix them…but what if sitting in those emotions is the key to allowing God to heal them? Join me today as we discuss how God-centered mindfulness can help us address our emotional triggers and break the patterns underneath our emotional responses.

Looking for a mental refresh this summer? Check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle for Christ-centered meditations, affirmations and Bible study that restore your heart with peace and calm.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[02:00] What is God-Centered Mindfulness?

[07:01] Mindfulness Gives Us The Ability to Accept What is

[13:09] Mindfulness Does Not Keep Us Stuck in Self-Pity

[15:33] What Are The Deeper Patterns Under Your Emotional Triggers?

[20:15] Making Space with Intentional Practices to Step Into The Presence of God

RESOURCES:

Are you constantly stressed, like life’s demands steal your peace + purpose? If so, check out the Christian Mindset Refresh Bundle — your brain-science and Bible-based mindset toolkit designed to guide you back to Christ-centered peace, godly self-worth, and the heart of God’s unfailing love. 

Discover how God's love radically changes your identity, your perspective and your ability to find peace in the “I Am Loved” Bible Study!

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

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116: Mindset Matters: What Is Mindfulness and Is Mindfulness Appropriate for Christians?

220: How Can Christian Meditation Help You Better Manage Stress?

222: How to Manage Emotional Overwhelm with Christian Meditation

258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being

Stuck in a season of overwhelm and want more life balance? Whether or not you struggle with workaholism, we can easily forget that we are human beings rather than human doings. In this episode, you will learn how overcoming burnout is crucial if we want to follow God’s plan for our lives and ways that we can receive replenishment in this season.

Make sure to join me over the next four weeks to help you slow down, listen to God, and set the re-set a more restful pace for your life!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[04:13] Are You Slipping into Burnout? Learn to Notice Your Burnout Signs 

[08:12] Is Making Everyone Happy Keeping You Stuck in Overwhelm + Burnout?

[11:28] We Need to Stop, Be Still, and Sit at The Feet of Jesus

[15:30] Training Our Souls to Notice Beauty + Abundances Within Our Boundary Lines

[19:29] Two Ways I’m Receiving Replenishment in a Burnout Season

[25:12] Where Do We Go From Here? Using The Goal Setting Workshop + Christian Mindset Makeover

RESOURCES:

If you’re tired of living day-to-day in exhaustion and overwhelm, I want to show you how to recenter your life on what matters and find new purpose. You're invited to step out of the chaos + join me for a fresh touch from God at this Goal Planning Workshop!

Ready to refresh your mind, body, and spirit as you explore one of the world's most beloved regions? Join us for an unforgettable 10 days of rejuvenation, exploration, and fun in beautiful Tuscany, Italy! Learn more about this incredible retreat here.

Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!

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125: How the Hustle Culture + Need to Achieve Nearly Took My Life

246: Join Me Italy in 2025 for a Rest-Filled, Christ-Centered Travel Retreat for Women!

247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos

253: What Does Realistic Rest Look Like When You’re Tired of Being Tired? with Jess Connolly

257: Can Boundaries + Limitations Be a Gift? with Sara Hagerty

Do you find yourself resenting your limitations and boundaries of this season? What if living with limitations can be a gift? Best-selling author Sara Hagerty joins us today to share that finding peace and contentment in our limitations is not only possible but life-changing when we accept them

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:53] Do You Feel The Pressure to Optimize Your Life?

[06:33] Naming and Grieving Our Limitations Gives Us Freedom From Them

[12:22] Has Daydreaming Lead to Bitterness About Your Limitations?

[17:22] Freedom Is Found in Accepting Our Boundaries and Limitations

[21:53] Rest and Receiving Can Be The Most Life-Giving Gift 

[26:14] What If You Aren’t Meant to Overcome But to Submit to Your Weaknesses?

[28:23] Alicia’s Reflections: What Can Nature Teach Us About Boundaries?

RESOURCES:

Stuck in the overwhelm and exhaustion of perfectionism, people pleasing, or trying to prove yourself worthy? This doesn’t have to be your reality! Sign up for the Free Workshop, Break Free From Feeling Never Enough, to find healing from a lifetime of worry, shame + striving.

Connect with best-selling author Sara Hagerty