Many Christian women feel pressure to suppress hard emotions in the name of faith—but God invites honesty. In this episode, we talk about how to sit with difficult feelings without letting them take control, blending biblical wisdom with trauma-informed care. You don't have to fix your feelings to be faithful.

>> Written Spiritual Direction: A personal rhythm of Scripture, journaling, and listening

http://lovedoesthat.org/spiritualdirection

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 147: The Flip-Out Rule in Journaling

· Episode 122: Feeling Anxious? Try This 5-Minute Journaling Session

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Have you ever felt God quietly prompting you to do something—and chosen not to listen? In this episode, we explore what can happen when we ignore God's gentle invitations. With honesty and compassion, we reflect on how God speaks, why His nudges are easy to dismiss, and what the consequences of not responding can look like over time. You're invited into a moment of reflection, a simple journal prompt, and a closing prayer to help you notice where God may be speaking—and how you might respond.

>> Get Your Personalized Journaling Guide (PDF)

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalguide

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 201: Ways We Ignore God's Leading

· Episode 184: Could This Be Why You're Not Hearing from God?

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Sometimes we know exactly what God is asking us to do—and still struggle to take the next step. In this episode, I share a clip from my session at the Make the Move conference, reflecting on a season when God called me to step away from a ministry role and all the ways I tried to avoid obeying. As you listen, I invite you to consider where you might be hesitating, and to bring that resistance honestly before the Lord.

>> Get Your Personalized Journaling Guide (PDF)

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalguide

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· Episode 24: An Example in Spiritual Discernment and Decision Making: Going "All In" With Love Does That

· Episode 172: Trusting God Through Obedience: A Conversation with Neil Broere

· Episode 44: Why is Change So Hard? Understanding the Change Process and What That Means for Being Healed and Helping Others

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

In this episode, I share the heart behind my revamped offering, Written Spiritual Direction: A 12-Week Pathway—and why spiritual formation is such a powerful form of care.

We'll talk about spiritual direction as a proactive practice that builds resilience, trust, discernment, and healthier relationships, not just something we turn to in times of crisis. I'll also explain why this twelve-week pathway is such a natural fit for me, weaving together spiritual direction, journaling, and formation into one intentional rhythm.

If you've been curious about spiritual direction but unsure where to begin—or if you're longing for more structure, consistency, and support in listening to God—this episode will give you a clear picture of what Written Spiritual Direction offers, and how it might serve you in this season.

>> Written Spiritual Direction (A 12-Week Pathway)

http://lovedoesthat.org/spiritualdirection

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 136: 5 Misconceptions of a Christian Spiritual Director

· Episode 66: [Written Spiritual Direction Session] Loneliness

· Episode 33: Written Spiritual Direction: How Letters and Messages Can Create Space for God

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Grief is often associated with death or obvious loss, but many of us are carrying grief that comes from change. In this episode, we explore how transitions, even good or God-led ones, can stir grief beneath the surface, and why naming it matters for our spiritual and emotional health.

If you've felt unsettled, heavy, or emotionally off without a clear reason, this conversation offers language, permission, and gentle guidance for the season you're in.

>> Journal Prompts: Seasons of Change

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· Episode 160: When Life Changes, Re-evaluate

· Episode 177: Grieving Decisions You Don't Want to Make: A Conversation with Lauren Black

· Episode 103: 6 Strategies to Manage Overwhelm, Stress, and Change

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Quiet seasons are often supposed to feel peaceful. But sometimes, when life slows down, old memories, emotions, or questions begin to surface—unexpectedly and loudly.

In this episode, we talk about why that happens. Not from a place of diagnosis or urgency, but with compassion and curiosity. This is a gentle conversation for anyone who's noticed that when the noise fades, old wounds seem to ask for attention.

>> Is This Still Affecting Me?: A Gentle Reflection Guide

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 131: Healing in Layers: What Art Taught Me About Grief

· Episode 178: Exploring Our Stories One Piece at a Time

· Episode 94: Entering the Silence and Stillness with God: A Conversation with Blogger and Writer Celia Miller

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Have you ever wondered whether you're truly healing, or simply getting better at not thinking about something?

In this episode, we explore the subtle, compassionate difference between healing and avoiding—without judgment, pressure, or the assumption that one means failure.

If you've ever felt confused by resurfacing emotions, uneasy peace, or resistance to journaling or prayer, this conversation offers clarity, permission, and kindness toward the ways you've learned to protect yourself.

>> Is This Still Affecting Me?: A Gentle Reflection Guide

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 131: Healing in Layers: What Art Taught Me About Grief

· Episode 147: The Flip-Out Rule in Journaling

· Episode 178: Exploring Our Stories One Piece at a Time

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Have you ever been in a hard season—and then realized it wasn't just hard, it was stuck?

In this episode, we explore the difference between being in a pit and being in a pit pit—those seasons where prayer, journaling, and "doing the right things" don't seem to bring relief the way they once did.

This conversation isn't about labeling yourself or rushing toward solutions. It's about noticing what kind of support your heart may be asking for, and releasing the pressure to navigate everything on your own.

>> Is This Still Affecting Me?: A Gentle Reflection Guide

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· Episode 189: When Healing Takes Longer Than You Hoped

· Episode 135: Identifying Signs You're Not Doing Well (And What You Can Do About It)

· Episode 49: Finding Your Stretcher Bearers: The People Who Can Help Carry You Through a Difficult Season

· Episode 51: Who Can I Trust? Distinguishing Between Safe and Unsafe People When You Need Help

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop

>> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma

http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently

>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking