Episodi

  • Episode 324: Rewiring Generational Trauma Through Faith, Neuroscience, and Epigenetics with Gina Birkemeier
    Jan 20 2026
    In this powerful conversation, host Erin Kerry is joined by Gina Birkemeier, LPC—licensed professional counselor, international speaker, and award-winning author of Generations Deep. Gina is a leading voice on generational trauma, helping thousands understand how faith, neuroscience, biology, and epigenetics intersect to shape our emotional and spiritual health. Together, they explore how trauma can be passed down through both learned behavior and biological imprinting—and how God designed the brain and nervous system with the capacity to heal, rewire, and experience safety again. Key Topics: - What generational trauma actually is and how it shows up in everyday life - How epigenetics influences genetic expression and emotional patterns - Why God’s nervous system design equips us to shift our default settings - The neuroscience behind being “wired for healing” - How to find safety in discomfort and build resilience - The generational impact of shame and how it fuels the fawn response - Why breaking patterns begins with awareness—not self-blame This episode offers both scientific grounding and Biblical hope, reminding you that what runs in your family doesn’t have to run your life. About Gina: Instagram: @myoutloudvoice
Book: Generations Deep
Website: https://www.ginabirkemeier.com/ Substack: https://ginabirkemeierlpc.substack.com/ Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
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    47 min
  • Episode 323: Where Is God in Our Pain? Learning to Stop Hiding and Start Healing with Dominique Young
    Jan 13 2026
    What do you do when faith doesn’t make the pain disappear? In this deeply grounding conversation, host Erin Kerry sits down with Dominique Young, founder of Faith Mamas Inc., to talk honestly about pain, fear, and the temptation to hide—both from God and from others. Dominique shares how her own experiences with suffering shaped her ministry and her new book, God, Where Are You, challenging the Christian “quick fix” mentality that often pressures believers to move past pain before it’s been acknowledged. With wisdom rooted in Scripture, psychology, and lived experience, she invites listeners to stop masking, stop spiritualizing discomfort away, and instead allow God to meet them inside their pain. This episode explores what it really means to feel uncomfortable emotions without shame, how faith communities can become safer spaces for those who are hurting, and why true healing begins when we rest in our God-given identity—not performance, productivity, or pretending. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in your suffering, this conversation is a reminder: you don’t have to hide to belong. Key Topics: - Why pain doesn’t mean God is absent - The cost of hiding behind spiritual “quick fixes” - Giving yourself permission to feel hard emotions - Vulnerability, identity, and emotional honesty in faith spaces - How churches and communities can better support suffering - Resting in who you are—not who you perform as Guest Info: Instagram: @dominiqueyoung YouTube: Faith Family Worldwide Website: dominiquenyoung.com Dominique's Book: God, Where Are You (available wherever books are sold) Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
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    46 min
  • Episode 322: New Year, Regulated You: Faith, Anxiety, Hormones, and Whole Body Healing in 2026 with Erin Kerry
    Jan 6 2026
    This solo episode with host Erin Kerry reflects on the most impactful mental health conversations from 2025: anxiety, nervous system regulation, gut-brain connection, hormone health, trauma, and faith. Erin shares a whole-body, faith-forward framework for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health—grounded in neuroscience, nutrition, and Scripture. This episode is for anyone who feels tired of pressure-based healing and is ready for compassion, regulation, and hope. Topics Covered: - Anxiety and the nervous system - Why anxiety is not a faith failure - Gut-brain-hormone connections - Perimenopause, hormone shifts and mental health - Faith and neuroscience working together - Moving from survival mode into wholeness Book Mentioned:
Live Beyond Your Label by Erin Kerry, erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook Journaling Prompt Resource Mentioned: https://mailchi.mp/dc24677d1aad/45-journaling-prompts Health coaching interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBahf6Wv677i9tlcF_6uIrfvfPzUmWNjrykpVxGWpKegfWWA/viewform?usp=header
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    26 min
  • Episode 321: Bringing Your Mental Mess to God: Suicide Recovery, Faith, and Resilience with Chris Morris
    Dec 30 2025
    Chris Morris is an author, speaker, and ministry leader helping others navigate depression, suicidal thoughts, and emotional pain through the integration of theology, therapy-informed tools, and spiritual formation. In 2020, Chris reached a breaking point. After a suicide attempt, he experienced a life-altering encounter with God—one marked by a simple but radical message: “I still love you.” That moment became the foundation for his healing journey and a renewed approach to mental health, faith, and community. A graduate of Northern Seminary, Chris brings depth, humor, and theological insight to complex mental health conversations. He is the author of Resilient and Redeemed, Trucking Toward Tenacity, and By Faith, and is a sought-after speaker at national events, including the Disability and the Church Conference. In this episode, Chris and host Erin Kerry talk honestly about rock-bottom moments, what the church often misses in mental health conversations, how community reshapes our healing stories, and practical rhythms—like morning routines—that support emotional resilience and hope. If you’ve ever wondered whether your mental health struggles disqualify you from God’s love, this conversation is for you. Follow Chris on Instagram at @chrismorriswrites Learn more about his books at chrismorriswrites.com Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/ Buy Erin’s brain healthy recipe book, co-written by pediatrician Dr. Alina Olteanu here: https://a.co/d/ateoVxx
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    44 min
  • Episode 320: Why Your Nervous System Matters More Than Intensity in Exercise and Nutrition with Robin Long of Lindywell
    Dec 23 2025
    Robin Long is the Founder and CEO of Lindywell, a global wellness brand helping women build strength, reduce stress, and find balance through Pilates, nutrition and nervous.system support. What began in her living room has grown into a global digital platform serving tens of thousands of members in over 80 countries - and recently celebrated 10 years of empowering women to feel strong, vibrant, and resilient at every age. Her “grace over guilt” philosophy and sustainable approach to wellness have been featured on The Today Show, LIVE with Kelly & Ryan, Well + Good, and the Lindywell app was voted Best Pilates App by Women's Health Magazine. As a mom of four, Robin is passionate about building a company that aligns with her values - proving it’s possible to grow a successful business while prioritizing family, health, and purpose. In this episode, Robin shares how nervous system dysregulation impacts exercise tolerance, blood sugar balance, hormone health, and mental well-being, especially for women in midlife. Together, Erin and Robin unpack why intensity isn’t always better, how short consistent movement supports resilience, and how nourishment, breath, and self-compassion create true healing from the inside out. This conversation weaves science, psychology, and faith into a compassionate framework for sustainable strength, calm, and purpose, reminding us that wholeness begins when the body feels safe. Key Topics: - How Pilates rebuilds connection to the body instead of punishing it - The hidden nervous system cost of high-intensity, all-or-nothing workouts - Why consistency matters more than intensity for long-term health - Nervous system dysregulation, burnout, and midlife hormone shifts - How stress and over-exercise contribute to blood sugar dysregulation - Why protein, fat, and fiber stabilize both mood and energy - Nutrition “noise” to let go of (supplement overload, perfectionism) - Why the body can’t heal if it doesn’t feel safe - Redefining health beyond body size, aesthetics, and fitness culture - Self-compassion as a biological regulator, not just a mindset shift - Honoring your God-given purpose through sustainable care of your body Download Robin’s Lindywell app to access her workouts, recipes, and mediations. Follow her on Instagram at @wearelindywell and @robinmarielong Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
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    51 min
  • Episode 319: When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned: Thriving in the Middle of the Unexpected with Cheryl Scruggs
    Dec 16 2025
    Cheryl Scruggs is a Biblical Counselor, podcaster, speaker, and author of Thriving Beyond Belief and co-author of I Do, Again, with her husband Jeff Scruggs. In this episode of Sparking Wholeness, Erin shares a faith-centered, therapy-informed conversation with Biblical counselor Cheryl Scruggs about navigating unexpected seasons. Cheryl shares her personal journey of marital struggles, spiritual awakening, and eventual reconciliation, which became the basis for her book “The Thriving Beyond Belief,” exploring themes of personal growth and emotional connection. You’ll learn why grief often shows up when life shifts, why rushing emotional processing can keep us stuck, and how faith invites both trust and truth in the middle of uncertainty. Life doesn’t always unfold the way we expect. When plans change, it can leave us feeling disoriented, grieving, and unsure how to move forward. This episode is for anyone walking through change, disappointment, or a season that looks nothing like they imagined, and needs reassurance that thriving doesn’t require bypassing pain. Key Topics: - Cheryl’s personal story of divorce and reconciliation with her husband. - Emotional processing and grief during unexpected life changes - Faith and resilience when plans fall apart - Why thriving isn’t about fixing circumstances - Staying grounded and regulated through uncertainty - Finding God’s presence in seasons you didn’t choose Website: www.jeffandcherylscruggs.com Cheryl’s new book: https://jeffandcherylscruggs.com/product/tbb-book/ Podcast: Thriving Beyond Belief To follow Cheryl on Instagram, head to @cherylscruggs. Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
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    46 min
  • Episode 318: What You Should Know About Mental Health Struggles in Gen Z and Gen Alpha with Amber Ginter Johnson
    Dec 9 2025
    Amber Ginter Johnson is a teacher-turned-author, speaker, and Master Certified Christian Mental Health Coach. She’s passionate about helping young adults navigate faith and mental health by providing practical yet biblical resources through honest and raw conversations. Amber equips audiences to find hope when life feels heavy. She is the host of the Authentically Amber podcast, and her first book, Tired on the Inside: Finding Hope When You Aren’t Okay, is in the process of traditional publication. Key Topics: - Amber’s personal passion for mental health - Statistics of mental health issues in Gen Z and Gen Alpha - The problem with mental health awareness without resources - The struggles Gen Z and Gen Alpha face with mental health today - The intersection of faith and mental health - The issue with overstimulation - How Jesus’ question “do you want to be well?” Is one for us all Explore her free faith and mental health resources at amberginter.com/gift. Follow her on Instagram at @amberginterauthor. Join her Mental Reset Retreat in June 2026 at https://amberginter.com/mentalreset/ Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/
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    47 min
  • Episode 317: Finding Peace in the Holiday Season with Erin Kerry
    Dec 2 2025
    In this solo episode, host Erin Kerry brings listeners a replay from two years ago: a special message on how to find calm during the chaos of the holiday season. This message combines science, Scripture, and Erin's practical coaching tips to bring much needed supportive tools during what can often be a stressful time. Key Topics: - Understanding the body's response to real or perceived stress - Three takeaways from Scripture that everyone can utilize to support their stress response this season - A practical strategy to take captive every thought and rewire the brain - Bonus resources and tools that can help bring stress relief in the holiday season. FREE downloads mentioned in the episode: A Guide to Stress-Busting Nutrients https://mailchi.mp/5bf7e5c21f62/stress-busting-nutrition-guide Seven Days to a Sound Mind Scriptural Devotional: https://mailchi.mp/2ae95e4952b9/7-days-to-a-sound-mind-meditation-ebook
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    34 min