64. Letting Go Isn’t Giving Up: The Faithful Fight Against Anxiety with Nichole Suvar

Today, we're diving into a heartfelt conversation with Nichole Suvar, an intentional living strategist who’s on a mission to help overwhelmed women embrace mental wellness through faith. Nichole shares her journey of navigating the chaos of motherhood while grappling with anxiety, emphasizing the importance of healthy boundaries and the power of saying 'no.' This is a beautiful conversation about the pressures women face in trying to do it all, and how sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is step back and reassess where our priorities are.We’ll explore how intentional living can transform the chaos of daily life into a more manageable, purposeful existence. With her relatable experiences, Nichole encourages us to sift through the chaos and focus on what truly matters. Her tips on creating a more intentional life are not just fluff! She’s giving us practical gems that we can all implement immediately.This episode is not just for those feeling overwhelmed; it’s a heartfelt call to action for anyone looking to align their lives more closely with their values and faith.Episode HighlightsNichole emphasizes that saying no to unnecessary commitments opens space for the best yeses.It's crucial to prioritize your mental wellness and filter choices through what truly matters to you.Living intentionally means breaking down overwhelming tasks into manageable moments, one step at a time!Trusting God with our anxieties allows us to relinquish control and embrace peace in chaos.Being present and focusing on relationships helps keep our hearts aligned with what truly matters.Resources MentionedFind Your Overwhelm Trigger QuizTry Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us out of Anxiety, Stress, and Survival Mode--and into a Life of Connection and Joy by Aundi Kolber Strong like Water: Finding the Freedom, Safety, and Compassion to Move through Hard Things--and Experience True Flourishing by Aundi KolberGrowing Slow: Lessons on Un-Hurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl by Jennifer Dukes LeeRelated Episodes You Might Also LikeEP 3 - Encouragement for the Woman Who is Drowning in OverwhelmEP 21 - 5 Tips to Keep Going and Never Give UpEP 23 - RR: Essentialism by Greg McKeownEP 35 - Win Over Worry with Keri EichbergerEP 39 - The Source of Empowerment with Becky BeresfordEP 41 - Are You Sleepwalking Through Life?Connect with NicholeWebsite: livewithintent.org Instagram: @mrs_nichole_suvarConnect with RachelWebsite: racheldbaker.comInstagram: @rachel.d.baker Email: [email protected] means so much to me that you are part of this community! I never recommend anything to you that I don't truly love and believe is worthwhile. Some of the links I share are affiliate links, and I will earn a tiny commission if you go through them to make a purchase. It's no extra cost to you, and buying through the links I share is one small way you can support this ministry and our podcast. Mentioned in this episode:FREE Printable Permission SlipsIf you’ve been feeling like you need a minute to catch your breath, hear from God, and remember who you are outside of all the chaos... this is for you. It’s a Printable Permission Slip. Yes, an actual fill-in-the-blank reminder that you are allowed to rest, reflect, and realign with what really matters. When you download it, you’ll get four designs of beautiful, fill-in-the-blank permission slips and 20 permission slip ideas to get you started. You don’t need the world’s permission to step into your purpose - but sometimes it helps to see it in writing.Printable Permission SlipsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy