Before You Blame Your Attitude, Check These First

Beneath the Surface: When Self-Care Hurts

A “self-care” massage turned into the worst pain of my life… and God used it to teach me something I’ll never forget about healing. In this episode of Graced for the Journey, I’m sharing a real story that became a spiritual mirror: unhealed issues don’t disappear - they wait. We can be “fine” day-to-day… until something stirs what’s been sitting underneath. And fear has a way of making the problem feel bigger than it is; keeping us stuck, not because healing is impossible, but because it feels unsafe. In this episode, we talk about: - Why unhealed pain can stay quiet… until it erupts - How fear exaggerates the problem and delays healing   - The cost of waiting (and why delayed healing always has a price tag)   A - faith-based invitation to choose healing now

Before You Blame Your Attitude, Check These First

Ever felt yourself getting snappy or “in a mood” and you’re like… okay, what is my problem today?   In this episode, we’re doing a real check-in: is this actually an attitude… or is something else going on? Because sometimes it’s not that you’re being “difficult”; you’re tired, you haven’t eaten, you’re running on low sleep, you’re overwhelmed, or there’s something underlying (stress, grief, disappointment, burnout) that you haven’t named yet. We’re talking through practical things to check first, and how to respond with grace and honesty instead of shame. If you’ve been feeling off and don’t know why, press play; this is your reminder to pause, check yourself, and take the next right step.

What Does God Say About Grief? (The Answer May Surprise You)

Most people think that if your faith is strong enough, you should be able to push through grief quickly. But Scripture tells a completely different story. In this episode, we’re sitting with what the Bible actually says about grief - and it might surprise you. We’re talking about why Jesus wept even when He already had the miracle, why God doesn’t rush your healing, and what He’s doing in the waiting when it feels like nothing is happening. We also get into the difference between grieving with faith and using faith to bypass your pain - because spiritual bypassing is real, and it delays the healing God has for you. If you’ve ever felt guilty for still being in your grief, this episode is your permission slip. Scriptures to reference during the grieving period: John 11:35 | Psalm 56:8 | Psalm 139:12 | Genesis 16:13 | Psalm 34:18 | Deuteronomy 31:8 | Isaiah 43:2 | Ecclesiastes 3:4 | Psalm 13:1–2 | Psalm 30:5 | Isaiah 40:31 | Lamentations 3:22–23 | 1 Thessalonians 4:13–14 | Revelation 21:4 | John 14:1–3 | Romans 8:26 | 2 Corinthians 12:9 | Habakkuk 3:17–18 | 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 | Romans 8:28 | Isaiah 61:3

Don’t Stop at Amen: Prayer Is the Start, Not the Finish (Healing and Faith)

Prayer is powerful - but it’s not where healing ends. In this episode of Graced for the Journey, we’re talking about what it means to partner with God in emotional healing. If you’ve been praying and still feel stuck, this isn’t a sign you’re failing - it may be an invitation into a process of truth, support, and one next step. Why prayer is the doorway, not the destination   3 ways we stop at “amen” without realizing it   3 simple steps to move with God toward healing (without shame) 📱 Instagram: @shurandahall @amariehealing 🎥 YouTube: Graced for the Journey @shurandahall

Who Were You Before Life Got to You? (Healing Your Identity)

Have you lost sight of who God created you to be? Trauma, life and everyone’s expectations have a way of burying your gifts, your passions and your true identity. In this episode we’re talking about the healing journey of rediscovering who God made you before the world told you to be someone else; and how doing that work changes everything including how you parent your children. If you’ve been living as a shadow of who you were meant to be, this episode is for you. New episodes every week for women who are healing, rebuilding and walking by faith. Follow the show and leave a review - it helps more women find this community. 📱 Instagram: @shurandahall @amariehealing 🎥 YouTube: Graced for the Journey @shurandahall