Amplify Hope Today

11. Stop Overthinking and Finally Trust Yourself with Dawn Mariotti

Are you stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or constantly waiting until you feel “ready” to take action? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with mindset coach and author Dawn Mariotti to break down how to trust your intuition, overcome fear, and finally move forward with confidence. Dawn shares her journey from struggling with learning disabilities and self-doubt to writing her books The Mindset Shift and You Already Know, and how she transformed her identity to step into the life she always dreamed of. In this conversation, we cover: * How to overcome self-doubt and stop second-guessing yourself * Why overthinking keeps you stuck (and how to break the cycle) * How to build self-trust through small daily habits * The truth about “feeling ready” and why action comes first * How to listen to your intuition and trust your gut decisions * Practical mindset shifts to move from fear to confidence If you’ve been consuming courses, information, or advice but still feel stuck… this episode will challenge you to stop preparing and start doing. Because clarity doesn’t come before action. It comes from it. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

10. Feeling Stuck? Let Go and Trust God Instead

Are you struggling to let go of control and trust God with your life? In this powerful episode of Amplify Hope Today, we dive into what it really means to surrender your plans, release anxiety, and trust that God’s plan is better than anything you could design yourself. Sherry shares how one simple mindset shift—“I only want for me what God wants for me”—completely transformed her life after loss, grief, and years of feeling stuck. Simon opens up about his own journey through disappointment, comparison, and learning to release control. This episode is for anyone who: • Feels stuck in life or unsure of their next step • Is battling anxiety, fear, or the need to control outcomes • Is walking through grief, transition, or identity shifts • Wants to deepen their faith and trust in God’s plan You’ll learn: • How to surrender control and trust God daily • Why forgiveness is essential for moving forward • How to identify and release what you’re holding onto • The connection between fear, stress, and control • Practical steps to experience peace, freedom, and clarity This conversation blends faith, personal growth, and real-life experiences to help you move from striving to surrender—and from fear to freedom. If you’ve ever asked, “Why isn’t my life going according to plan?”—this episode will give you a new perspective. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

9. Fix Communications Issues Before it’s too late

Why do relationships fail—even when there’s no major betrayal? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with licensed psychotherapist Colette Fehr, author of The Cost of Quiet, to break down the hidden patterns that slowly destroy connection in relationships. We explore: * Why emotional disconnection is the real cause of most relationship breakdowns * The danger of conflict avoidance and “keeping the peace” * How childhood trauma and attachment styles impact communication * The pursuer vs. withdrawer dynamic in relationships * How to express your needs without causing conflict * The “address, share, repair” framework for healthy communication * Why small conversations matter more than big ones * How to rebuild trust, emotional safety, and intimacy Whether you’re navigating marriage, friendships, parenting, or leadership, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate better, resolve conflict, and build stronger relationships. ---------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/ [https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/] Website: https://www.colettejanefehr.com [https://www.colettejanefehr.com/] ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

8. Rebuild Your Life from the Inside Out.

Are you constantly pouring into others while feeling disconnected from yourself? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey and Sherri Wear unpack the truth about self-love, self-compassion, and how to stop abandoning yourself in a world that constantly pulls you in every direction.This is not the version of self-love the internet sells you. This is the deeper work. The kind that requires you to confront your inner critic, forgive yourself, rebuild self-trust, and reconnect with who you truly are.Through personal stories, faith-based principles, and research-backed insights, this episode explores: * Why self-abandonment happens and how to recognize it * How negative self-talk shapes your identity and decisions * The role of self-compassion in rebuilding hope * Why overgiving often comes from a need for acceptance * How to reclaim your boundaries and your “no” * The connection between inner healing and outer impact * Why peace should be your indicator for decision-making If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in cycles of self-doubt, this conversation will help you reset, reflect, and rebuild from within.Hope starts on the inside. And it starts with you. ----------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/ [https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/] Website: https://drstormyschiller.com/ [https://drstormyschiller.com/] ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

7. How To Build Emotional Capacity When Life Feels Overwhelming!

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in fear, or like you’ve lost your capacity to handle life? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with Dr. Stormy Hill, a mental health occupational therapist and physician, to unpack how to expand your emotional capacity, regulate your nervous system, and build hope as a daily practice. Dr. Stormy shares her deeply personal story of navigating her son’s life-threatening illness and how that experience reshaped her understanding of hope, resilience, and agency. She explains why fear is not a flaw but a nervous system state, and how you can shift out of it using simple, science-backed techniques. In this episode, you’ll learn: * What “capacity” really means (and how to grow it) * How fear impacts your nervous system and limits your life * The connection between hope, joy, and pleasure * Simple breathwork and movement practices to regulate your body * The 5-minute “Hope Mapping” method to move forward with clarity * Why micro wins are key to long-term growth and resilience * How to support your children (or yourself) in building hope This is not just another conversation about mindset — it’s a practical guide to rebuilding your inner capacity so you can move from fear to hope, one step at a time.If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start taking action, this episode is for you. ----------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/ [https://www.instagram.com/drstormyschiller/] Website: https://drstormyschiller.com/ [https://drstormyschiller.com/] ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/