Anchored Not Anxious

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In this episode, I explore the challenging reality of intolerance of uncertainty (IU) and how it affects our mental and spiritual well-being. I share my personal experience with uncertainty-triggered anxiety, including how a well-meaning comment about highway accidents sparked a cascade of fearful thoughts. 

Learn to recognize the key signs of uncertainty thought patterns—speculation, "what-if&q...

Host Terri welcomes Carol Feil, a seasoned writer, gardener, photographer, speaker, and church mentor. Together they explore the powerful journey of transforming our internal soundtrack. Carol's gardening analogies and personal stories offer relatable insights on breaking free from the guilt-inducing "shoulds" that weigh us down. Carol shares her wisdom on replacing self-defeating thoughts with God's truth, draw...

In this uplifting episode, explore the transformative power of joy, laughter, and smiles. Learn why these simple expressions are more than just reactions – it’s prescribed by God, Great Physician, for our physical and spiritual well-being. Discover how to reclaim joy even during challenging times. Gain the benefits of these positive expressions.

• Learn about laughter yoga and humor therapy
• How to embrace joy without guilt, even in...

In this powerful episode, uncover God's presence in your personal faith journey through intentional reflection. Use a practical three-part process for identifying divine encounters in your past - especially during times when you felt God was absent. The essential elements of reflection practice include how to:

• Surrender preconceptions and observe past events with fresh eyes
• Gather evidence of God's involvement in challe...

In Part 2 of this powerful series, Terri reveals how a random connection with a nurse in her educator program became the unexpected answer to her prayers. Discover how God orchestrated circumstances beyond her imagination. 

But this isn't just a story with a happy outcome – it's about the profound lesson of remembering God's faithfulness in our darkest moments. With candid reflection, Terri unpacks the vital practice ...

Have you ever made a decision, only to question everything when things don't go as planned? Terri shares a pivotal chapter from her relationship history with God. What started as an impulsive decision inspired by a friend's success story turned into a seven-month journey of silence and waiting.
 
 Through honest reflection, Terri reveals how this challenging season unveiled profound truths about authentic faith, ...

In this soul-stirring episode, Terri explores the biblical stories of Job and Joshua, revealing wisdom about handling life’s unexpected trials. Explore how their lives mirror our modern struggles with anxiety, doubt, and a search for hope in difficult seasons.

Discover:

• Job’s journey from prosperity to profound loss, and how his response speaks to our own moments of suffering
• Joshua’s surprising response to defeat and God’s compas...

In this powerful episode, Terri dives into the universal struggle of maintaining trust in God during life’s challenging moments. Drawing from the story of Adam and Eve and Jesus’s disciples, you’ll explore how our faith gets tested and, more importantly, how to rise stronger when we fall into the pit of affliction. 

She’ll unpack:

• Why even the strongest faith faces moments of uncertainty
• The parallel between our modern struggles a...

In this restorative episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson guides you through a calming meditation experience perfect for the busy holiday season. Through progressive relaxation and vivid guided imagery of a serene meadow, you will find a moment of peace and connection with God's presence. This meditation offers a practical tool for managing anxiety and finding spiritual renewal during the hectic December seaso...

In this eye-opening episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson tackles the concept of "performing for God" and how it can generate unnecessary anxiety in our spiritual lives. Terri shares her personal experiences and insights to help listeners understand and overcome this common struggle.

Key topics:

• Understanding performance anxiety in a spiritual context
• How perfectionism and approval-seeking behavior affec...

In this enlightening episode of Anchored Not Anxious, Terri welcomes health coach JoJo Tabares for a timely discussion on maintaining healthy eating habits during the holiday season. 

• JoJo shares her proven strategies for enjoying holiday gatherings without compromising health goals or falling into the cycle of guilt and shame. 
• She introduces practical techniques like the "three-bite rule" and emphasizes the importance...

In this compelling follow-up episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson delves deeper into the art of mental makeovers. Building on the techniques introduced in Part 1, Terri guides listeners through the process of developing affirming, calming, and beneficial thought patterns.

Key topics:

• The power imbalance between positive and negative thoughts
• Practical examples of redirecting negative thought streams
• Identifying me...

In this episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri Hutchinson explores the power of our internal monologue and how it shapes our thoughts and emotions. Learn to identify negative thought patterns and discover three powerful techniques to become the master of your mental playlist. Terri shares personal experiences and practical steps to challenge unhelpful voices, rewrite your inner dialogue, and invite more positive, affirming tho...

In this episode, Terri shares her personal struggle with trusting God and awakening to knowing him differently. She describes the four levels of knowing God, what trusting God really means, and 3 reasons why you can dive into a trust relationship with God. Get the Trust Self-Assessment Part 2 for even deeper reflection on how you relate to God.

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In this episode, Terri tackles the ineffective use of hiding anxiety or shaming oneself for not being stronger or more resilient. Terri shares her personal journey, revealing how the shame associated with anxiety and panic attacks overwhelmed her physically, emotionally, and mentally. Through her story, discover how to protect your holistic health by letting go of inner messages of shame and embarrassment. Learn compassionate strat...

In this episode, Terri retells the Bible story of the Widow at Zarephath from 1 Kings, Chapter 17. Discover how God unexpectedly showed up in her moment of despair, providing hope and sustenance. Through this story, you will gain a new perspective and a strengthened belief that God is present in your life, even when it doesn't look or feel like it. You'll also get access to a free Bible Verses for Contemplation  resource ...

If you've never experienced a guided imagery session, Terri leads you through two brief sessions in this episode. Discover the purpose and benefit of imagery using biblical and non-biblical scripts as you gain a deeper understanding of how guided imagery can anchor you during mental and emotional upheaval. As a bonus, you get access to 2 biblical imagery scripts for personal use.

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 In this episode, Terri invites you to reflect on your personal definition of God. Your perception of God profoundly influences your understanding of how God views you. Do you see God as a punitive parent, an unresponsive figure, or someone irrelevant to your life? Terri explores the idea that God's intent has never been separation from us, but rather a continuous, unbroken relationship. Click here, Reflection Verses - Who You...

In this enlightening episode, uncover the three myths about anxiety and worry that might be keeping you stuck. Discover the truth behind these misconceptions and learn four actionable steps you can take right now to improve your overall well-being. Plus, don't miss out on a free Anxiety/Worry Tracker to help you on your journey to better whole health. Tune in and start taking control of your anxiety today!

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