Scientists who study the brain have discovered mindfulness' powerful effects in calming fear and anxiety on a neurological level. By practicing staying present and learning to recognize and rest in God's presence, we can rewire our brains to feel calm. In this episode author and clinical psychologist Dr. Irene Kraegel discusses how mindfulness can increase our awareness and connection to God and our ability to manage our most intense emotions. (Scroll down for discussion/reflective questions.)

Resource mentioned: The Mindful Christian: Cultivating a Life of Intentionality, Openness, and Faith by Dr. Irene Kraegel

Find Dr. Irene Kraegel:

On her website

On Instagram

On YouTube

Find Jennifer Slattery:

On her website

Instagram

Facebook

Amazon

Find Wholly Loved:

On their website

Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group

Join the Private Wholly Loved Community Facebook Group

Discussion/Reflective Questions:
What resonated with you most in this episode?
When you think of Christian mindfulness, what comes to mind?
What are some ways you practice remaining present in the present?
What are some ways you orient yourself to God's presence?
When you sense God's presence, how does this affect your emotions (if at all)?
Why might it be helpful to understand that it takes time and consistency to experience the benefits of mindfulness?
What is one action step God might be encouraging you to take, having listened to this episode?

Scientists who study the brain have discovered mindfulness' powerful effects in calming fear and anxiety on a neurological level. By practicing staying present and learning to recognize and rest in God's presence, we can rewire our brains to feel calm. In this episode author and clinical psychologist Dr. Irene Kraegel discusses how mindfulness can increase our awareness and connection to God and our ability to manage our most intense emotions. (Scroll down for discussion/reflective questions.)
Resource mentioned: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Christian-Cultivating-Intentionality-Openness/dp/1506458610">The Mindful Christian: Cultivating a Life of Intentionality, Openness, and Faith </a>by <a href="https://www.themindfulchristian.com/">Dr. Irene Kraegel</a>
Find Dr. Irene Kraegel:
<a href="https://www.themindfulchristian.com/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mindfulxian/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/themindfulchristian">On YouTube</a>
Find Jennifer Slattery:
<a href="http://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083247680572">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00JKQ4ZTW">Amazon</a>
Find Wholly Loved:
<a href="https://www.whollyloved.com">On their website</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/442736966614671">Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group</a> 
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/443325386241769">Join the Private Wholly Loved Community Facebook Group</a>
Discussion/Reflective Questions:
<ol>
<li>What resonated with you most in this episode?</li>
<li>When you think of Christian mindfulness, what comes to mind?</li>
<li>What are some ways you practice remaining present in the present?</li>
<li>What are some ways you orient yourself to God's presence?</li>
<li>When you sense God's presence, how does this affect your emotions (if at all)?</li>
<li>Why might it be helpful to understand that it takes time and consistency to experience the benefits of mindfulness?</li>
<li>What is one action step God might be encouraging you to take, having listened to this episode?</li>
</ol>

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.

This podcast covers topics like:

⭐️ How to Overcome Fear
⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety
⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons
⭐️ Courage to Wait on God

Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.
This podcast covers topics like:
⭐️ How to Overcome Fear ⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety ⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety ⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons ⭐️ Courage to Wait on God
Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily...