Finding Beauty and Peace: A Conversation with Nichole Suvar

Welcome to a special edition of Beholder Beauty, where we delve into the intersection of faith, beauty, and overcoming life's challenges. Today, we are blessed to host Nichole Suvar, a follower of Jesus Christ, wife to Paul, mother of three teenagers, and a guiding light for those struggling with anxiety. Nichole is also an author, speaker, and podcaster who enriches lives with her profound insights.Nichole's powerful testimony reminds us that God's presence offers peace and purpose amid anxiety and life's challenges. She encourages us to live intentionally, connect with nature, and focus on true beauty. Her life is a tapestry woven with decades of experience and wisdom.Sign up for Nichole’s free resource: Quieting the Distraction of Anxiety - https://livewithintent.myflodesk.com/theintentionallife.Also, for this weeks giveaway for Behold-Her Beauty’s Anniversary please respond to the following question in the comments and you will be entered. GIVEAWAY QUESTION: What helps you when you feel anxious?Introduction music Everlasting Covenant by Don Rutherford.My view that is, if you use excellent skincare, then you're makeup and cosmetics, those become an accessory.There's the art of noticing, and it's just noticing what is around me. How God has put creation together. What is the season right now? What are the smells that I'm experiencing? What am I seeing? What am I feeling? And just reconnecting to creation in that way.Colossians 1:17, And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist, is another sweet verse for me that he's before all things and he holds all things together. So even before creation, he put creation together and he's still holding it all together now, even me. So, when I feel like everything's falling apart, even myself, I have to remind myself that God is holding it all together and that I don't have to be the one to do it. Nichole SuvarEpisode 17: Finding Beauty and Peace: A Conversation with Nichole SuvarWatch on YouTubeListen on SpotifyListen on AppleListen on SubstackShow NotesNichole Suvar shares her journey of overcoming anxiety, detailing her life in Indiana, her family, and her passion for outdoor activities and cooking. She discusses her book 'Numbering Our Days: Combating Anxiety and the Power of Small Intentional Moments,' chronicling her experience with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and the healing process that followed. Nichole's powerful testimony reminds us that God's presence offers peace and purpose amid anxiety and life's challenges. She encourages us to live intentionally, connect with nature, and focus on true beauty. Her life is a tapestry woven with decades of experience and wisdom.00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty00:12 Meet Nichole Suvar02:02 Nichole's Journey with Anxiety04:01 Understanding Anxiety and Faith09:17 Breath Prayers and Coping Mechanisms15:09 The Importance of Proper Diagnosis17:36 Connecting with Nature and Finding Peace28:37 Mindful Moments in Daily Routines29:38 Embracing Stillness and Boredom30:56 Rediscovering Simple Joys31:39 Beauty Tips and Skincare Secrets35:33 True Beauty and Self-Worth44:36 Navigating Anxiety with Faith47:26 Practical Tips for Managing Anxiety50:42 Supporting Others with Mental Health Struggles54:34 Upcoming Projects and Resources56:24 Closing Prayer and Final ThoughtsPractical Advice for AnxietyNichole emphasizes recognizing when worry is more than just a fleeting thought. Symptoms like racing heartbeats, difficulty concentrating, and a general sense of unease can indicate anxiety that needs addressing.* Breath Prayers: Nichole practices breath prayers, combining deep breathing with scripture. For instance, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart" is used in the in-breath, and "Lean not on your own understanding" is used in the out-breath. This method helps calm the mind and focus on God's word.* Kitchen Therapy: Nichole finds the simple act of preparing meals therapeutic. The repetitive nature of chopping vegetables can shift focus from anxious thoughts to the present task, offering a sense of calm and accomplishment.* Grounding Techniques: When anxiety strikes, Nichole recommends grounding techniques such as identifying objects around you, noting smells, or sucking on a strong mint like an Altoid. These actions help tether the mind to the present moment.* Embracing the Outdoors: By spending time outdoors, observing the seasons, and practicing the art of noticing, we can find peace and a deeper connection with God.Meet Nichole SuvarNichole is a recovering perfectionist and intentional living strategist who lives in the Midwest US, with her husband and their three teenage children. She seeks to encourage others to overcome the distraction of anxiety in the power of small intentional moments. Nichole has been published in Proverbs 31 devotionals, several online magazines, as well as her newest book, Numbering Our Days: Combating Anxiety in the Power of Small Intentional Moments. You can connect with her on her website, livewithintent.org, and on Facebook and Instagram @mrs_nichole_suvar.website: www.livewithintent.orgIntentional Life Community: https://www.patreon.com/TheIntentionalLifeFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrs_nichole_suvar/Sign up for my free resource: Quieting the Distraction of Anxiety - https://livewithintent.myflodesk.com/theintentionallifeone more link! I forgot about my link for Rodan+Fields :)https://nsuvar.myrandf.com/en-usRemember, you are Beautiful!Join the Behold-Her Beauty Movement:A Table Is Prepared for You.Together, we delve into the beauty of life. Our God is our redeemer, and it is an ashes-to-beauty kind of story. STAY AWHILE.I would love to connect more with you and give you my FREE gift - The Behold-Her Beauty Manifest: You Have Permission to Be Beautiful. 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