Welcome to part 2 of a special two-part series on the Choose 2 Think Podcast, where I sit down with the inspirational Carol McLeod to dive into her latest book, Overflowing: Living Abundantly in a Broken Culture. In this episode, Carol shares the heart behind her book and explores the concept of living a life of abundance despite the brokenness of the world around us. We discuss the challenges that Christians face today, the importance of staying rooted in biblical truth, and practical steps for cultivating a life that overflows with God’s goodness and grace. Whether you're struggling with fear, uncertainty, or just the everyday grind, this conversation will inspire you to live abundantly in the midst of it all. *Buy Carol's book here: ⁠⁠OVERFLOWING: LIVING ABUNDANTLY IN A BROKEN CULTURE ⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/4e2bpJa Visit her website and join her online Bible study: https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT CHOOSE 2 THINK MINISTRIES AND PODCAST HERE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Welcome to part 1 of a special two-part series on the Choose 2 Think Podcast, where I sit down with the inspirational Carol McLeod to dive into her latest book, Overflowing: Living Abundantly in a Broken Culture. In this episode, Carol shares the heart behind her book and explores the concept of living a life of abundance despite the brokenness of the world around us. We discuss the challenges that Christians face today, the importance of staying rooted in biblical truth, and practical steps for cultivating a life that overflows with God’s goodness and grace. Whether you're struggling with fear, uncertainty, or just the everyday grind, this conversation will inspire you to live abundantly in the midst of it all. *Buy Carol's book here: OVERFLOWING: LIVING ABUNDANTLY IN A BROKEN CULTURE https://amzn.to/4e2bpJa Visit her website: https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message ⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT CHOOSE 2 THINK MINISTRIES AND PODCAST HERE: ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In this heartfelt episode, I open up like never before, sharing some of my personal struggles and the lessons I've learned along the way. From moments of doubt and fear to finding strength and purpose, I walk you through the highs and lows of my journey. It's a candid look at the challenges we all face and how embracing vulnerability can lead to growth and deeper connections. Join me as I pull back the curtain and talk about what it really means to live authentically and lean into the power of God's grace during tough times. Key Takeaways: The importance of being real and honest in our strugglesHow vulnerability fosters genuine connectionsLessons learned from embracing hardships with faithEncouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed or alone Tune in for an episode filled with raw emotions, inspiring stories, and a reminder that we're all in this together. CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message ⁠⁠SUPPORT CHOOSE 2 THINK MINISTRIES AND PODCAST HERE: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In this episode of the Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast, we sit down with Chevonne O'Shaughnessy, Co-Founder and President of American Cinema International, to explore her incredible journey in the film industry. Chevonne shares her passion for creating family-oriented, faith-based films that inspire and uplift audiences worldwide. With over 150 feature films to her name and a thriving YouTube channel called ACI on the Go with over 650,000 subscribers, Chevonne offers profound insights into the power of storytelling, the importance of staying true to your values, and her mission to make a positive impact through entertainment. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true trailblazer in Christian filmmaking! This message is for you! You will be drawn to Chevonne's commitment to producing films that emphasize strong moral values and reflect your faith, offering you entertainment that resonates with your beliefs. Chevonne’s journey in the film industry, marked by dedication and integrity, serves as an inspiring example of how to stay true to one’s values while pursuing a career in a competitive field like Hollywood.You will gain valuable insights into the world of faith-based storytelling, learning how Chevonne and American Cinema International create content that uplifts, encourages, and spreads messages of hope and love. CONNECT WITH CHEVONNE Instagram: @chevonneinspiresYouTube: @ACIOnTheGo (Please subscribe to her channel)website: https://americancinemainspires.com/ CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message ⁠SUPPORT CHOOSE 2 THINK MINISTRIES AND PODCAST HERE: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In this episode, we'll explore the theme of trusting in God's sovereignty and care through the lens of Psalm 147. You'll learn how to view God as the ultimate pilot of your life, encouraging you to let go of control and trust in His guidance. Psalm 147 highlights God’s roles as healer, sustainer, and provider, showing how His faithfulness remains unchanging even when your faith might fluctuate. You’ll receive practical steps to enhance your trust in God, such as daily prayer, meditating on Scripture, practicing gratitude, seeking community, and releasing control. The episode also covers the neuroscience behind trust, explaining how focusing on God's faithfulness can reduce stress and promote emotional well-being. Additionally, you'll find a free resource of Psalm 147 bookmarks or Scripture cards to help you reinforce these practices and stay connected to God's promises. FREE EPISODE RESOURCE: BOOKMARKS / SCRIPTURE CARDS https://mailchi.mp/5e3fe8272484/psalm-147-bookmarks I'm so glad you are here! CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message SUPPORT CHOOSE 2 THINK MINISTRIES AND PODCAST HERE: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

🎨✨ Get ready for an inspiring episode today! 🌟 We have the amazing Karen DeLoach joining us! Karen is a powerhouse of creativity - an artist, art mentor, actor, and creativity specialist who brings art history to life in her college courses using her own textbooks! 📚🎭 Karen shares her passion for the miraculous healing power of creativity and how she helps others find stress relief and joy through self-expression. You'll be so inspired as Karen stirs up creativity in your heart and helps you tap into your inner brilliance. 🎨✨ Check out Karen's work at www.karendeloachart.com and listen to her free 3-episode pop-up podcast on tapping into creativity at www.getcreativewithkaren.com! 🎧💖 Peek inside her book: How to Draw https://amzn.to/4djON6x Remember: Choose 2 Think when it comes to your calling and purpose! FREEBIE: 6 vibrant and colorful Scriptural bookmarks that I created! They will remind you of God's great love for you! Get yours right here: https://mailchi.mp/5e3fe8272484/psalm-147-bookmarks CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In today's episode, let's explore the transformative power of shifting from negativity to gratitude through a personal story. Every Thursday, I visit my parents to help with chores and errands. Last week, after a tiring drive, I was faced with an unexpected challenge of having to return home to fetch a power washer. Initially overwhelmed with frustration and self-pity, I experienced a pivotal moment where I consciously chose to replace my negative thoughts with gratitude. I began praising God for the blessings in my life, which led to an immediate uplift in my mood and attitude. This change highlights the importance of focusing on positive, God-honoring thoughts, especially during times of stress and fatigue. Additionally, we delve into Psalm 146, one of the Hallelujah Psalms, which emphasizes trusting in God's eternal reign and His care for the oppressed and needy. This psalm, written during the post-exilic period, encourages believers to rely on God's everlasting power rather than human strength. The episode also touches on the benefits of upbeat music in releasing dopamine, reducing stress, and enhancing cognitive function, all of which contribute to a more joyful and fulfilling spiritual life. By aligning our thoughts with gratitude and worship, we can experience profound emotional and spiritual healing, embodying the fruits of the Spirit in our daily lives. And as the adage goes: if I can do it, you can, too! :) CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Nanci Lamborn, born and raised in the buckle of the Bible belt, spent twenty-five years in corporate America. After experiencing firsthand the supernatural transformation of forgiveness and inner healing prayer, Nanci’s journey took a significant turn as she embraced her calling into Christian ministry. As an ordained minister and licensed chaplain, she devotes her full-time efforts to helping individuals break free from their past, drawing from her own profoundly healing experiences. Nanci is also a devoted wife, mother, and an immensely proud grandmother. She finds joy in camping, savoring coffee, cultivating her garden, and tending to her backyard chickens. Her passion is to see others walking free into their destiny, knowing and loving who God created them to be. In her book Angry Daughter, Nanci recounts her journey from being a critical and angry Christian with deep-seated hatred for her mother to experiencing profound transformation through heart healing prayer. Her story covers the tumultuous relationship with her difficult mother, surviving abuse, and becoming her caregiver before her mother’s tragic death. Blending personal growth, humor, and self-help, this memoir offers a path for those seeking to release their own burdens to the Lord. CONNECT WITH NANCI LAMBORN https://www.lambornauthor.ink/ *BOOK ⁠Angry Daughter:⁠ https://amzn.to/4cpnLKY CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Is it time for a FRESH, NEW START? Discover a better way to deal with overwhelm, anxiety, and fretting over the future. In this episode of the Choose 2 Think Podcast, Victoria reads Ch. 17 from Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic novel, The Secret Garden. This chapter highlights the transformative power of nature and positive thinking, themes that resonate deeply with our mission to inspire and uplift our listeners. Stay tuned for a special prayer at the end! CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Dr. Toni Cooper is a psychologist, author, and public speaker. Since l986, she has been helping adults develop strategies to advance toward personal wholeness, recover from traumatic events, build healthy relationships, and deepen their connection to God. The emphasis in all her work is to help people develop practical coping strategies for the challenges of life. She has published numerous books, videos, and a podcast called “Life Without Baggage” to help people become “Fully Alive”. Dr. Cooper has extensive experience as an inspirational speaker for various community groups, retreats, radio, and television audiences. Toni has presented continuing education seminars for mental health professionals at Case Western Reserve, John Carroll, and Cleveland State Universities. For many years, she served as an adjunct assistant professor with the Northeast Ohio Universities College of Medicine. Currently, Dr. Cooper serves as a psychologist at WellSpring Counseling Center where she works with adults and couples. She is a regular guest on WAKR where she answers questions about coping with current issues. You can listen to Dr. Cooper’s strategic insights on her podcasts, videos, and social media. On the show we chat about her book Anxiety, Depression, and Helplessness: Keys to Break Free https://amzn.to/3XPza26 This book examines the impact that uncontrollable stress has on our coping skills. Chapters look at the dynamics behind anxiety, depression, boundary problems, passivity, helplessness, perfectionism, procrastination, and poor self-confidence. Practical suggestions will help you change old ways of thinking and unproductive patterns in order to be more satisfied with your coping and your life. CONNECT WITH DR. TONI www.drtonicooper.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK 365-DAY DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Join me as I step down memory lane and read from my faith journal dated May 2004. "I will offer a sacrifice of praise to God continually, the fruit of my lips giving thanks to His name." Heb. 13:15 CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Jocelyn Jones took a moment to ask me 3 important questions that you don't want to miss especially if a ministry or side hustle or part-time business is being birthed in your heart! This episode is a podcast swap shared on Jocelyn's show called "Faith on the Journey" and here on the Choose 2 Think Podcast as well! We had so much fun together! I hope you didn't miss our 4-part series together! You can watch them on YouTube or Listen on your fav podcasting platform. I've included the Apple podcast links below! 👇🏾 PART 1: Sister, Start Your Ministry https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-2-think/id1492352533 PART 2: Don't Give up! Remember Your Why! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-2-think/id1492352533 PART 3: From Trauma to Ministry https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-2-think/id1492352533 PART 4: Living by the Word https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-2-think/id1492352533 Find Jocelyn here: womenintheministry.com faithonthejourney.org jocelynjjones.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Today I sit down with the talented Idell Koury to discuss her heartfelt memoir, iBaby. In this episode, Idell opens up about the inspiration behind her book, sharing intimate stories and life lessons that have shaped her journey. With warmth and honesty, she talks about the joys and challenges of writing her memoir and the powerful messages she hopes to convey to her readers. Tune in for an uplifting and engaging conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace your own story. CONNECT WITH IDELL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idellkoury/ Peek inside her book iBaby: A Memoir https://amzn.to/3yZUV52 CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of God-honoring affirmations, exploring how these powerful statements can rewire your brain, reduce stress, and enhance your emotional well-being. We'll briefly chat about the science behind neuroplasticity and how affirmations can light up your mind, boost your resilience, and empower you to lead a more fulfilling life. Be sure to visit the Choose 2 Think YOUTUBE CHANNEL (and subscribe) to download and/or listen repeatedly to this first INNER SPARK AFFIRMATION help you overcome fear and deepen your trust in God. CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In our concluding Part 4 of our series with Reverend Jocelyn Jones, we explore the transformative power of keeping Christ at the center of your daily life. We uncover profound insights on how Biblical truths can guide and strengthen you, offering practical steps to integrate faith into your daily life for emotional and spiritual well-being. Join us for an inspiring discussion on the impact of Scripture on Christian living. Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life.  She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in journalism.  After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, titled Breaking the Power of the Mask. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the President of ⁠⁠Faith on the Journey⁠⁠, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma.  She is a Master Facilitator with the ⁠⁠Trauma Healing Institute⁠⁠.  While working with women in ministry over the years, she recognized a need for women who desire to start their own ministry to have a community that offered ongoing support, training, and accountability.  Jocelyn created Women in the Ministry in response to that need, committing her time and resources to help women answer the call to ministry and take the limits off of how God can use them to change the world. If you are just starting out or are a bit seasoned, Jocelyn's book Sister, Start Your Ministry, will prove an invaluable resource for you! ⁠⁠*Get her book here: ⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3UwhxB7 CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: womenintheministry.com faithonthejourney.org jocelynjjones.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Today’s segment is Part 3 of our enlightening 4- part series with Reverend Jocelyn Jones. Together Jocelyn and I hit the bulls eye as we encourage you to CHOOSE 2 THINK about your EMOTIONAL HEALTH especially when it comes to the profound topics of TRAUMA and HEALING. BUT FIRST: HEALING OF A DIFFERENT SORT! :) *AS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Powerstep Insoles: https://amzn.to/3KbPaDt Turmeric (for inflammation/joint pain): https://amzn.to/3wCjqVd Mountain Top Tea Tree Foot & Body Wash https://amzn.to/44Vofp7 Yellow Bird Natural Foot Cream https://amzn.to/3VanPb4  Your grandmother's aluminum dish pan: priceless Now on with the show! Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life.  She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in journalism.  After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, titled Breaking the Power of the Mask. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the President of ⁠⁠Faith on the Journey⁠⁠, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma.  She is a Master Facilitator with the ⁠⁠Trauma Healing Institute⁠⁠.  While working with women in ministry over the years, she recognized a need for women who desire to start their own ministry to have a community that offered ongoing support, training, and accountability.  Jocelyn created Women in the Ministry in response to that need, committing her time and resources to help women answer the call to ministry and take the limits off of how God can use them to change the world.  ⁠⁠*Get her book here Sister, Start Your Ministry: ⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3UwhxB7 *THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE (book mentioned on show): https://amzn.to/4dRi8Gw CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: womenintheministry.com faithonthejourney.org jocelynjjones.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

In part 2 of our series with Rev. Jocelyn Jones, author of Sister, Start Your Ministry, we chat about Community - Who’s on the CEO Board of your life?A persevering mindset - don’t let feelings run the showRemember your WHY - working through discomfort Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life.  She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in journalism.  After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, titled Breaking the Power of the Mask. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the President of ⁠Faith on the Journey⁠, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma.  She is a Master Facilitator with the ⁠Trauma Healing Institute⁠.  While working with women in ministry over the years, she recognized a need for women who desire to start their own ministry to have a community that offered ongoing support, training, and accountability.  Jocelyn created Women in the Ministry in response to that need, committing her time and resources to help women answer the call to ministry and take the limits off of how God can use them to change the world.  In her latest book: Sister, Start Your Ministry, you will learn how to: Overcome the fear and doubt that have been holding you backGain greater clarity about your ministry’s focus and your next stepsDetermine the path you should take to equip yourself for ministryDevelop a plan to create your services or products, generate revenue, and build a teamAdopt new strategies to help you become more efficient and effectiveCreate a 90-day plan to put into action everything you have learnedAnd so much more! ⁠Get her book here: ⁠ https://amzn.to/3UwhxB7 CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: womenintheministry.com faithonthejourney.org jocelynjjones.com *DIADEM PADDLE WARRIOR V2: https://amzn.to/4bhADSF CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Let's welcome back our beloved guest Rev. Jocelyn Jones. Jocelyn is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Jocelyn's background as a journalist, executive director of a nonprofit, and community leader allows her to connect with people from all walks of life.  She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in journalism.  After receiving her B.A., she earned her master's degree in social work and her master's degree in theological studies. Jocelyn published her first book in 2019, titled Breaking the Power of the Mask. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the President of Faith on the Journey, a Christian Counseling company specializing in grief and trauma.  She is a Master Facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute.  While working with women in ministry over the years, she recognized a need for women who desire to start their own ministry to have a community that offered ongoing support, training, and accountability.  Jocelyn created Women in the Ministry in response to that need, committing her time and resources to help women answer the call to ministry and take the limits off of how God can use them to change the world.  In her latest book: Sister, Start Your Ministry, you will learn how to: Overcome the fear and doubt that have been holding you backGain greater clarity about your ministry’s focus and your next stepsDetermine the path you should take to equip yourself for ministryDevelop a plan to create your services or products, generate revenue, and build a teamAdopt new strategies to help you become more efficient and effectiveCreate a 90-day plan to put into action everything you have learnedAnd so much more! Get her book here: https://amzn.to/3UwhxB7 CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: womenintheministry.com faithonthejourney.org jocelynjjones.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Let's explore Psalm 56 to discover three refreshing and actionable tips for 21st-century Christian women like you that you can apply especially when you're feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed. Doing these things engage your parasympathetic nervous system to help you foster a sense of calm and peace. Get ready to learn something new about Brief, "Zinger" PrayersThe Healing Power of Your TearsHow to Cultivate Gratitude Creatively FREE RESOURCE: GRATITUDE FLOWER for you to color! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Uo6bGndj9hfiAmD5Y4HNzZXzdsuVbZoy/view?usp=sharing CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support

Discover how one man's journey on the pickleball court became a beacon of hope in the battle against depression. #stopthestigma In this episode of the Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast, we delve into a powerful story of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of sports in mental health. My guest, Will Martin, shares his personal journey of overcoming major depression through his unexpected passion for pickleball. Join us as we explore how Will found peace on the pickleball court and how he is using his experience to advocate for mental health awareness and support. Learn about Will's initiatives, Side-out Pickleball and Mental Health Awareness Athletics, and their mission to raise awareness about mental health through sports. Connect with Will Martin: www.sideout-pickleball.com www.mhaathletics.com CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *NEW RELEASE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Passion A Marriage Devotional: 21 Days to a Stronger Connection on and off the Court ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/48wnvaV *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ https://amzn.to/3Hcl7v1 *⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOOSE 2 THINK JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  https://amzn.to/3WvinND EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com ⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠  www.choose2think.co ⁠⁠MENTORING:⁠⁠ www.choose2think.co/coaching.html ⁠⁠YOUTUBE:⁠⁠ www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ ⁠⁠FACEBOOK:⁠⁠ www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠: www.instagram.com/victoriadwalkerlydon/ *When you click on these Amazon affiliate links, I may earn a teeny commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: The Choose 2 Think Inspirational Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/victoria-d-lydon/support