EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 21 MIN
Slow Down to Re-center: Finding Peace in a Fast World
from The Golden Spark Podcast with Stacy Goldstein · host Stacy Goldstein
What is the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced world, especially for mothers? We need to remember that rest is not a luxury but a necessity for spiritual and emotional well-being. Let's look at both the scientific benefits of slowing down and the spiritual significance of rest as modeled by Jesus. Key Scriptures: Mark 6:31 — “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” Luke 5:16 — Jesus withdrew often to pray. Genesis 2:2 — God rested on the seventh day. Psalm 46:10 — “Be still, and know that I am God.” Scientific References: Benson, H. et al. (Harvard Medical School). Relaxation Response Study — prayer and breathing alter stress-related gene expression. Davidson, R. J. (University of Wisconsin) — mindfulness and stress resilience research. McEwen, B. (2007). Physiology & Behavior — effects of chronic stress on neurobiology. Get on the list (my email list, that is!) and get something for free: Looking for a worksheet that will dispel the lies we tell ourselves as mothers, and find real truth? Click here: https://898c-hello.systeme.io/ad479176 Book a Free Consultation Call: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/bookings/new?package_id=117741 Learn more: Freebies, coaching program, and more! https://www.stacy-goldstein.com/learnmore Check out this week’s episode on the blog: Click here to check it out. Connect with me: [email protected] Or DM me on Instagram! Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/stacy_simplified/ https://www.facebook.com/peaceinmotherhood https://www.pinterest.com/stacygoldsteincoaching/
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What is the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced world, especially for mothers? We need to remember that rest is not a luxury but a necessity for spiritual and emotional well-being. Let's look at both the scientific benefits of slowing down and the spiritual significance of rest as modeled by Jesus. Key Scriptures: Mark 6:31 — “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” Luke 5:16 — Jesus withdrew often to pray. Genesis 2:2 — God rested on the seventh day. Psalm 46:10 — “Be still, and know that I am God.” Scientific References: Benson, H. et al. (Harvard Medical School). Relaxation Response Study — prayer and breathing alter stress-related gene expression. Davidson, R. J. (University of Wisconsin) — mindfulness and stress resilience research. McEwen, B. (2007). Physiology & Behavior — effects of chronic stress on neurobiology. Get on the list (my email list, that is!) and get something for free: Looking for a worksheet that will dispel the lies we tell ourselves as mothers, and find real truth? Click here: https://898c-hello.systeme.io/ad479176 Book a Free Consultation Call: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/bookings/new?package_id=117741 Learn more: Freebies, coaching program, and more! https://www.stacy-goldstein.com/learnmore Check out this week’s episode on the blog: Click here to check it out. Connect with me: [email protected] Or DM me on Instagram! Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/stacy_simplified/ https://www.facebook.com/peaceinmotherhood https://www.pinterest.com/stacygoldsteincoaching/
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