The Mental Cookie

Mary & Martha: Permission to Rest + Finding What Brings Me Joy

This week, I was asked a question that caught me off guard: “What do you love?” This episode is a reflection on choosing rest, softness, and joy — through the story of Mary & Martha. For the woman tired of hustling for love — may you find permission to sit, to breathe, to reclaim what delights your soul. Please feel free to follow us on social media @The Mental Cookie www.thementalcookie.com

Hagar: The God Who Sees You

For the woman who’s learned to guard her heart after being used… for the woman who fears being loved only for what she can give… this episode is for you. We journey through the story of Hagar — a discarded woman who names God El Roi, the One who sees her. A tender reflection on being seen, held, and loved — as you are. Please feel free to follow us on social media @The Mental Cookie www.thementalcookie.com

The Woman with the Issue of Blood: You Are Not Invisible

This week in therapy, I came face to face with the ache of wondering if I’m truly loved — or if I’ve spent my life unseen. In this episode, we walk through the story of the Woman with the Issue of Blood — and the moment Jesus called her "daughter." If you’ve ever felt invisible or unloved… this is for you. Please feel free to follow us on social media @The Mental Cookie www.thementalcookie.com

Permission to Pause

Rest is not earned. Rest is holy. In this episode, we explore why giving ourselves permission to pause is an act of trust and softness — not weakness. We’ll revisit God’s design for Sabbath rest (Genesis 2) and Jesus’ invitation to come and rest (Matthew 11). For the woman who has been pushing through on empty — may this be your invitation to breathe again. Reflection prompts for embracing rest Prayer for peace and restoration

Becoming Her: A Pathway to Wholeness

Becoming whole is not about perfection — it’s about surrendering to the process. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal reflection on my own Becoming Her journey, and how the story of the Potter and the clay (Jeremiah 18) reshaped how I see healing. If you’ve ever felt like your life or identity was too marred to be made whole again — this is your gentle reminder: You are in the hands of the Master Potter. Reflection prompts to deepen your Becoming Her path A soft prayer of surrender and trust