It's ok to not be ok!
By Lutheran Counseling Services
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It's ok to not be ok!May 30, 2023
30: It's Gonna be May
Why does it seem like the month of May is stressful? Everything just seems to pile up, and then we add in some unnecessary "mom guilt, " and the month just seems to become a mess. In this episode, we chat about the stresses we have experienced this May, Mother's Day, mom guilt, and more. Not sure there is really a resolution to it all but we are here to relate with you and let you know you aren't alone if May is overwhelming to you too
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29: Deuteronomy and Joshua
Dissecting Deuteronomy and Joshua in this episode. Sharing what we learned, what confuses us, and what we find relatable. While the stories from the Old Testament seem so old, the more consistently we are in the Word, we are finding it relatable and are seeing God at work in the lives of the Isrealites.
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28: Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month so in this episode we focus in on all things mental health. We share some of our own mental health journeys, talk about what are the main issues in our offices right now, and end with each taking our own mental health screenings. Follow us on social media for more throughout Mental Health Awareness Month - @lutherancounselingservicesfl
Follow this link to take your own mental health screening - https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, dialing 988 will take you to a 24/7 monitored hotline.
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27: Devo Talk: Numbers
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
The book of Numbers is chalked full of well, numbers, and a lot of laws. But it is also full of grace filled messages like this blessings. It can be easy to get caught up in all the law and death and almost harshness of God in this book but there is also a lot of love, grace and preparation for what the future holds for the Isrealites. Join in on the conversation as we continue to chat about our thoughts on our journey through Scipture focusing on the book of Numbers in this episode.
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26: Contentment
How do you feel about contentment? Are you content with life or is that something that you struggle with? Today, we are chatting all things contentment - where we are struggling, why it might be difficult to find in our lives, and finding true contentment in God.
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25: Devo Talk: Genesis- Numbers
As we have mentioned in previous episodes, we will be reading through the Bible from Genesis all the way to Revelation as our devotion for the rest of the year (and probably a little more). We will be coming on once a month to chat about what we have learned or noticed throughout our time in Scripture. We do not claim to be Biblical experts, but we are real people who have no problems sharing their thoughts and questions. Join us on our journey through Scripture.
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We are using this book as a guide - 52 Weeks in the Word: A Companion for Reading through the Bible in a Year by Trillia Newbell
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802428355?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Another resource to explore if you need a start - @thebiblerecap... a daily chronological Bible Plan
24: Social Work and Mental Health
It is March which mean is it Social Worker Month (woo!). Fellow Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LCS' Community Service Coordinator, Brandi Wadley, sits down with Megan and Laura for a panel discussion all about social work and mental health. You'll learn more about what social work is, what social workers do and how they are breaking barriers in today's culture. We end the discussion with some "Mental Health 101" talking about what mental health is, the stigma around it/ how to improve it and how to help yourself or those in your life who might be battling a mental health issue.
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23: Starting a Devotion Routine
Five years ago we sat at a Chilis and shared that we wanted something to change in our devotional life. Over some margaritas and chips & salsa, we came up with a plan to hold each other accountable. In this episode we talk about our process, how we hold each other accountable, books we've read, challenges we've seen but the abundance of blessings that have come from it.
Resources/ books to give you a start in your devotional life:
- Bible App - can find many devotions in this app along with the Bible, of course. It can also read to you so you can listen in your car or while on the go.
- "Whispers of Hope" by Beth Moore
- "Find Rest" by Shaunti Feldhahn
- "100 Days of Joy and Strength" - Candace Cameron Bure
- "100 Days to Brave" - Annie F Downs
- "The Message// Remix: Solo" - Eugene H Peterson
- "Daily Grace: The Mockingbird Devotional Vol 2"
- "Fighting Words" - Ellie Holcomb
- "Awaken" - Priscilla Shirer
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22: Change
We are back. It's been awhile since we've put out an episode due to a lot of changes in both of our lives, so we thought that we would spend some time talking about just that.... change. Sometimes change is good, sometimes it is hard, sometimes it takes awhile for it to make a positive impact in our lives. In this episode we talk about how change has impacted the past couple months and reassure our dedicated listeners that it's ok to not be ok when it comes to change.
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21: Mary's Birth Story
The whole birth of Jesus takes up about five whole sentences in each Gospel. Leave it to two chatty and inquisitive women and moms to analyze everything that led up to Jesus' birth and the events after. We are so thankful for the gift that Mary brought into the world on Christmas Day with quiet humility.
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20: Christmas Traditions
It's all things Christmas on this episode. Real or artificial tree... Santa or no Santa... presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas Morning... whatever your traditions are, they most likely have some meaning to you. Megan and Laura spend some time chatting about the traditions they grew up with and new ones they are incorporating with their own families. Merry Christmas!
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19: Caregiving
November is Caregiver month so LCS has been focusing on this topic throughout the month. In this episode, Megan and Laura spend some time talking about the significance of caregivers along with the difficulties that come with the role. If you are a caregiver, know that you are appreciated for the work you are doing and it is ok to take some time for yourself!
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Bonus Episode: Happy Thanksgiving
Life is busy and sometimes we have to be intentional about slowing down and thanking God for what we have. That is exactly what Megan and Laura do in this quick bonus episode. Hopefully it will spark some things you are grateful for! Happy Thanksgiving!
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18: Holiday Stress
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. This time of the year can bring about so much joy but also a lot of stress, anxiety and busy schedules. Megan and Laura chat about the difficulties they have during this time of the year and some ways to slow down and make the holiday season more enjoyable.
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17: Halloween
Happy Halloween! It's one of Megan's favorite days so only fitting that we do a podcast talking all things Halloween - costumes, parties, decorations, history and more. A lot of classic "Megan and Laura Chit Chat" with a little but of serious. Check out our instagram for more pictures of Halloween past.
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16: Grief (Part 2 - Kids)
Taking another episode to normalize and chat about grief. This episode focuses more on how children deal with the feelings grief and how trusted adults in their lives can help them throughout the process.
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Bonus Episode: Hurricane Ian Update
Florida just got rocked by Hurricane Ian. Going through a hurricane is a crazy emotional experience. Join Megan and Laura as they talk about their experiences with the hurricane and what life looks like around Central Florida post hurricane.
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15: Grief (Part 1)
Megan and Laura talking about the October Focus of the Month at Lutheran Counseling Services - Grief. It is something we all experience in different ways - on a big and small scale. Grief is not something that comes and goes in a certain amount of time; each person experiences grief in their own way. Join in on the conversation on normalizing grief and mental health.
Thank you to Tanner Olson from Written to Speak for sharing his words at the beginning of this episode. Tanner is an author, speaker and poet who travels sharing messages of hope. Learn more - writtentospeak.com.
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14: Being Single in the Church
Our first episode with a guest! On this episode, Megan and Laura have authentic conversation with their friend, Katie, about life as a single person in the church. Katie opens up about the various seasons she experiences being single but also the opportunities that it presents.
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13: Trauma
For the month of September, LCS will be focusing on #changingstories in trauma. Whether big or small, we have all experienced trauma in some sort of fashion. Megan and Laura chat about what trauma is, how it is scene in adults and children, and how to parent/ be a friend to someone experiencing trauma.
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12: Saying No
Megan and Laura spend some time discussing something that should be simple but is always so hard - saying no. They discuss the What, When, Why, Where and How of saying no and how saying no might just lead you to saying yes to more.
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Devotion Book we often refer to: "Fighting Words" by Ellie Holcomb
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Bonus Episode: Back to School Update
Megan and Laura cheers with mimosas over kids heading back to school and give quick updates on how the first few days back to school went. Motherhood is a a wide array of emissions - it's nice to have time away from your kids as they go back to school but a long with that excitement can come guilt. Back to school is a weird time so buckle up for all the emotions!
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11: Back to School & Anxiety
It's the most wonderful time of the... Oh wait, maybe that's just for parents. In this episode, Megan and Laura talk about heading back to school and all the feelings that come along with it by students, parents and teachers. Anxiety comes in all shapes and forms and the goal of today's episode is to talk about and normalize it.
Link to Pastor Tige's Sermon from St. Luke's referred to in this episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk-ADAhPiTQ
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10: Suicide
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was released across America in the middle of July. This Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
With the release of this lifeline, Megan and Laura spend some time talking about the heavy issue of suicide. The goal of this episode is to bring light to this lifeline and talk about the realities of suicide across our world or nation. Megan and Laura hope to bring a realness to this subject and be a safe place for those experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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09: Marital Discord
Tacking another subject that is relatable but also hard to talk about - Marital Discord. Health marriages still have disagreements, but it's all about how you handle the disagreements. In this episode, Megan and Laura talk about what is seen in marriage therapy, things that have helped their marriage and the impact marital discord can have on a family as a whole.
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08: Transitions
Life is full of transitions - some are easier to handle than others. Megan and Laura spend some time talking about the transitions they are currently going through, how to help your children cope with various transitions, and finding peace through the transitions in God.
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07: Living a Pinterest Life
Pinterest - a great tool that has contributed to a lot of inspiration and laughs for Megan and Laura. Join us as we talk about our go to pins, our Pinterest successes and fails, and talk about some of the pressures that might come from "living a Pinterest life".
Check out some of the behind the Pinterest scenes on our instagram - @itsoknottobeokpodcast
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06: Self Awareness
Seems selfish and contradictory to take time to become self aware, but it not only benefits you but also those in your life. In this episode, Megan and Laura define self awareness, take time to analyze themselves, and spend some time chatting about the various personality quizzes out there.
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Personality Tests talked about:
Enneagram - https://assessment.yourenneagramcoach.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhLKUBhDiARIsAMaTLnEt4vKdhaCzwZHFAf2T5Jjv8S2-KoG-Wz2KRCcO_Ioox7vK-xcj8poaAoEgEALw_wcB
Myers Briggs - https://www.truity.com/test/type-finder-personality-test-new
Five Love Languages - https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language
Living Your Strengths (Clifton Strengths Finder) - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=living+your+strengths&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhLKUBhDiARIsAMaTLnFzgrEnYI8AD7gpWQhmtBwgho-B8WJchWcQfYwpmCKWaETV6E4QlNsaAh8VEALw_wcB&hvadid=241886026011&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9011743&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11588142067559718610&hvtargid=kwd-587555555&hydadcr=24633_10399730&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_752ck2vh2i_e
05: Body Image
Megan and Laura get vulnerable talking about body image - something a lot of people struggle with but not something a lot of people want to address. There may not be solutions on how to become more confident but reassurance that you aren't alone in this struggle and that your body is fearfully and wonderfully made.
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Show Notes: Devotion Book - "Fighting Words" by Ellie Holcomb
04: Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Megan and Laura talk all things mental health - personal stories, tips for normalizing mental health, FDR, what it's like to sit in a therapists office and much more.
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03: Work-Life Balance
If you are looking for the key to find balance between work and life, don't look here. While we may not have the answers, we do have some encouragement that you aren't alone as you try to find this balance and be reassurance that it is ok to take care of yourself.
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02 - Raising Christlike Children
It's something we are passionate about but also something that brings many challenges. Join Megan and Laura converse about raising Christlike - what they've done in their home, the difficulties, and the value found in putting in the work to raising Christlike children.
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Bonus Episode: Get to Know your Hosts
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01 - Busyness
It's hard not to be busy in a world that moves so fast. Megan and Laura converse about what busyness means to them and how taking some time for ourselves may not be such a bad thing.
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