The Sanity Closet

Tempting God, Practicing Delight in the Difficult Moments, and Prayerful Bookends

We all want answers without waiting. We ask God time and time again, why? Is it time now? Are we there yet? Just like a parent will tell a child "not yet" or "be patient", sometimes we need to accept the "not yet" because we may not be ready for the answer or even like the answer at all. Practicing delight in less than delightful times is not easy. We discuss how changing our negative reactions to difficult moments can actually help us neurologically. Lastly, beginning and ending our day with prayer, like bookends, helps to center our lives around Christ and grow spiritually. Spotify link to Michelle's Living Fearlessly podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TspG7Jxu3WMsMVtrygEps?si=68a694c79450459c [https://open.spotify.com/show/6TspG7Jxu3WMsMVtrygEps?si=68a694c79450459c] Also available on Apple Music and other streaming platforms This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heartfleur1.substack.com [https://heartfleur1.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Tough Parenting Decisions, Continuing our Spiritual Journey One Step at a Time, and a Lesson in the Meaning Behind Bless Your Heart.

As parents, we never realize what we actually sign up for until we are in the moment. Sure we all know that there will be diapers to be changes, illnesses to overcome, teenage hormones etc...There are however, some moments that "they" just don't prepare us for, like when you are needed in multiple places for your adult children. How should we prioritize which child we run to? We continue our journey through "The Spiritual Combat" and discuss the difficulties in our efforts to strive towards our heavenly home. Sometimes...we just want a break. Finally, many people wonder why people from the south say "Bless your Heart". The mystery behind that, and other southern sayings, is revealed here! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heartfleur1.substack.com [https://heartfleur1.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Self-Improvement, Hero Cats, and Functional Medicine.

Change doesn't come easy for everyone. There are those of us, speaking for myself, that take change while kicking and screaming. Not that we don't know that change is necessary, it's simply the establishing of new habits and a "new normal". Speaking spiritually, and practically, the good news is, whether its a big change or a little one, taking one step at a time will almost always guarantee success (and yes, there are exceptions to every rule). This week, we bring back pet stories! My sister shares how her cats potentially saved their lives. Lastly. for those who may be hesitant to seek medical advice, functional medicine may be an option for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heartfleur1.substack.com [https://heartfleur1.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Picking Up After a Failure, a Season of Loss, and Surrendering Through it.

Throughout our lives, we all strive to do better...regardless of the reason. In our journey, it is inevitable that we fail at some point. We climb the mountain just to slide back down...two steps forward, three steps back. This does NOT mean that we give up. Our mentality when we do fail is vital in these times. Listen in for more on our reading journey through The Spiritual Combat. WARNING emotions run high in this episode. We receive news that one of our family friends has passed and this leads to some of us sharing about our seasons of loss. Our adventure in surrender continues! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heartfleur1.substack.com [https://heartfleur1.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Stress, More Surrender, and How NOT to Clean Your Stove.

And the theme of surrender just keeps going! Join us for a conversation that is more like a study in the practical application of surrender in our daily lives. We talk about stress and how it negatively impacts our health on a neurological level and how "practicing delight" can actually help to counteract the damage caused. Rachael injured her hand while cleaning her stove and shares with us some little known tips on treating minor burns. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heartfleur1.substack.com [https://heartfleur1.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]