Honey for Your Heart with Bryson Kessler
by Bryson Kessler
The “Honey for Your Heart” podcast, hosted by Clover + Bee boutique owner and Birmingham resident, Bryson Kessler, is a podcast about life, legacy, and love for storytelling.Struck by the stories and special wisdom of the women walking into her storefront, Bryson decided to share these legacy leaving lessons with YOU. Once a month, Bryson welcomes a guest - just like welcoming a friend through the doors of her boutique, Clover and Bee, to chat about the struggles, successes, and the sweetness of life. Her hope is that you are able to take a touch of sweetness back to your homes and community from these conversations.In the weeks in between interviews, Bryson provides a short word of inspiration to help you “put on” encouragement for your head, heart, and [overall mental health]. Whether you are encountering a tough season, on a mountain top high, or maybe just somewhere in between - tune in for a touch of sweetness and sisterhood.This is the Honey for Your Heart Podcast.www.shopc
Episodes
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72. Bonus Q&A: Randy Answers Your Hardest Questions From This Season
You asked, and Randy answers: how to tell when today's pain is touching an old wound, and what to do when your heart feels stuck even though your head understands. In this bonus episode, Bryson brings your questions from the grief season to counselor Randy Hemphill, who answers them with warmth…
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71. How to Know You've Truly Forgiven Someone
Learn how to tell whether you've truly forgiven someone, and why forgiveness is where grief is meant to lead. In this season finale, Bryson and counselor Randy Hemphill explain forgiveness as the removal of punishment, not consequences. They talk through forgiving people who never apologize,...
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70. The Emotion You Feel You're Not Allowed to Bring to God (But Should)
Learn how to move from reacting in anger to expressing it in a way that strengthens your relationships instead of damaging them. In this episode, Bryson and Randy get practical about healthy anger — defining it as emotional assertiveness, walking through how to set boundaries without exploding or...
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69. Explosive, Implosive, or Healthy? Making Sense of Your Anger
Anger isn't a sin — it might be one of the most misunderstood gifts God gave you. Bryson and counselor Randy dig into anger as it relates to grief: why it gets such a bad reputation, how it's actually rooted in love ("anger is love disappointed"), and the difference between healthy anger…
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68. From Stuck to Worship: What Lamenting Does That Complaining Can't
Expressing sadness isn't weakness — it might be one of the most worshipful things you do. In this episode, Bryson and Randy dig into why sadness feels like the harder emotion to access (especially for those wired toward anger or control), the generational and cultural lies many of us were handed...
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67. The Doorway Emotion You Didn't Know You Had
What if sadness isn't something to fear, but a doorway to healing? Bryson and Randy continue their season on grief by digging into emotions — specifically, why sadness gets such a bad rap and what it actually does for us. They unpack Randy's concept of a "doorway emotion" (the one you default to…
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66. The Grief You Didn't Know You Were Carrying
Not sure why you're carrying a low-grade anger or sadness you can't explain? This episode might tell you why. Bryson and Randy dig into what actually qualifies as a loss — from everyday disappointments to the deeper "underlying wounds" from our families of origin — and why so many of us are...
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65. When Hurry and Control Are Actually Grief in Disguise
If you've ever thought grief was only for funerals and major loss, this episode will change how you see your own daily life. Bryson kicks off a new 8-episode season of Honey for Your Heart with her friend Randy Hemphill — congregational care pastor, counselor, and author of We Grieve Our Losses —...
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64. When You are Tired Of Being Strong
What happens when you've done everything you know to do… and you're still tired? In this season finale of Honey For Your Heart, we're sitting in that honest question together. After a season of walking through grief, waiting, gratitude, hidden growth, and staying under mercy, this episode brings…
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63. Preparing for the Wedding: The Love Story God Is Writing
When Beth entered hospice, someone told her something that changed everything: "You are not preparing to die. You are preparing for your wedding." That single reframe shifted fear into anticipation and loss into longing. Because the Bible begins with a wedding in the garden…and ends with a…
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62. Living with an Eternal Mindset (Part 2)
If you've been walking with us this season, you know we've been talking about what it means to live with an eternal mindset — especially in light of hard, holy, and life-altering seasons. In this episode, we take that conversation deeper. What does it really mean to live with eternity in view……
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61. Stay Under Mercy
Some seasons feel intense. Others feel invisible. But all seasons require structure. In this episode of Layered in Grace, we talk about the quiet, steady truth that sustains us through fire, irritation, waiting, and grief: Daily mercy is what holds us together. Building on our earlier…
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60. Satan Doesn't Win
This episode wasn't planned. It wasn't polished. It wasn't scheduled. It wasn't convenient. And that's exactly the point. After preparing to record several deeply personal episodes for the second half of Season 3, life pivoted unexpectedly. Sudden illness. A car accident involving my son. A…
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59. Invisible Seasons: Rooted in Grace
There are seasons that feel loud — full of urgency, heat, and pressure. And then there are seasons that feel quiet. Hidden. Unseen. Slow. In this episode of Layered in Grace, we talk about invisible seasons — the kind where you are showing up, being faithful, doing the work… and yet nothing seems...
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58. Fire: When God Meets You in the Heat
Some seasons feel like sand. Others feel like fire. In this episode of Layered in Grace, we talk about what happens when life turns up the heat — when the pressure is real, the grief is layered, and the questions feel heavy. Using the image of pinecones that only open in fire, we explore this...
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57. Layered In Grace
We all know the phrase: "A grain of sand becomes a pearl." But we often miss how. When irritation enters an oyster, it cannot remove it. It cannot fix it. It cannot escape it. So it begins to layer. Again. And again. And again. In this episode, we begin the second half of Season 3 — Layered in...
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56. You Can't Rely on Old Manna
In this episode, I share from a deeply personal place—walking through my sister Beth's final season and the question that has followed me through these days: Do I really trust God to be who He says He is—even here? Anchored in the story of manna from the wilderness, this episode explores what it...
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55. Living With An Eternal Mindset
If heaven is our ultimate hope, why does today still matter so much? In this episode, Bryson reflects on how walking closely with loss has reshaped the way she sees everyday life. After losing her sister Beth, eternity stopped feeling like a distant concept and began informing how she lives,...
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54. How Do You Practice Gratitude When Life Hurts?
Gratitude has been one of the most healing and transformational practices of my life. In this episode, we talk about why gratitude isn't just a nice idea or positive mindset—but a biblical discipline that has the power to reshape our hearts, our thinking, and our intimacy with the Lord…
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53. What If Waiting Isn't Wasted
Waiting often feels like doing nothing — but Scripture tells us a very different story. In this episode, Bryson invites us into one of the most formative seasons of her life: the long, sacred waiting during her sister Beth's time in hospice. Beginning with words written in real time from a...
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52. Welcome to Season 3 of Honey For Your Heart
This season marks a new beginning—one shaped by grief, surrender, and the deep work God does in places we never would have chosen, but where He so often meets us most faithfully. In this opening episode, Bryson shares why this season of the podcast will look different than the first two. After...
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51. What Every Parent Should Know with Kari Kampakis
I am so thrilled to introduce you to Kari Kampakis today! Kari is a best selling author and speaker focusing on very practical and godly tips for primarily teens (but other stages as well) and wisdom for parenting through all stages of childhood. I discovered her books about 4 years ago at a time...
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50. Trauma: Do I Have It and How Do I Deal With It? with Laura Williams
At the core, this podcast is rooted in storytelling. Typically, we would walk through the story of a guest and encounter the Lord and His redemptive work through the lens of that particular story. But on this episode, we change that up a bit. Today, I want to invite you to intentionally step into...
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49. One Prayer Away: The Pathway To Healing with Lauren Fortenberry
Do you find yourself feeling "stuck" in the hard seasons of life? Maybe you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, confused, alone or simply not sure how to survive one more day in the space you find yourself today. If I am describing you, know that you are not alone and in God's grace and kindness, He has…
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48. How to Break Free From Anxiety and Insecurity with Whitney Lowe
If you find yourself struggling with anxiety, burnout and insecurity, especially as it relates to the comparison game that is so prevalent on social media today, this episode is one you do not want to miss! My guest today is Whitney Lowe. Whitney is a Christian influencer who wants to see young...
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47. Finding Healing and Strength In The Midst of Burnout with Tara Austin
My guest today is someone that I've followed on social media and watched her inspiring story unfold for several years. Last year, I had the privilege to meet her at a conference and hear a bit more of that story but also see her authenticity and vulnerability first hand. Tara Austin is the…
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46. How To "Cultivate What Matters" In Your Life with Lara Casey Isaacson
We hear the word "intentional" a lot these days and we are encouraged to live with intentionality. But we live in a world full of distractions and responsibilities that seem to choke out the ability to really choose how we live versus letting our lives dictate for us. I know that is a constant...
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45. When the Worst Happens: Walking With God Through Unexpected Heartache with Harleigh Portante
My guest today is a special friend who is sharing her story for the first time publicly. If life has ever thrown you very unexpected and painful curve ball that changed the trajectory of your future in ways you could have never imagined, this episode is for you. Harleigh Portante is a beautiful...
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44. Unexpected Opportunities: Trusting God Through The Unknown with Lexie Appleby
Today's episode is a special one both for me personally and for the month we are in. As most of you know, October is breast cancer awareness month and as we wrap up October, I'm so grateful for the opportunity to introduce you to my sweet friend Lexie Appleby who is a breast cancer survivor and...
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43. Through The Valley of Grief: Daily Rhythms to Navigate Grief
I am so very grateful you are joining us today. Like Season One and Two, this season is full of broken and beautiful stories that will encourage, challenge and inspire you. As you listen, you will be encouraged by God's unfailing faithfulness. He does what He says He will do. He is a promise…
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42. Discovering Beauty + Purpose In Your Story with Randy Hemphill
Today is the finale in our Men of May series and we are ending with another fantastic episode! I have really enjoyed this mini series and I pray you have too! I hope you have found it encouraging, uplifting and a nice way to change things up a bit on Honey For Your Heart! If you are a regular...
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41. Life Is A Vapor: Will You Waste It or Invest It? with Micah McElveen
We are continuing our special mini series titled Men of May: Stories of Women's Impact and Inspiration where we are hearing the incredible stories of men God is using in powerful ways for the kingdom, but also looking through their eyes at the women He has surrounded them with who serve alongside...
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40. A Single Mother's Sacrifice with Josh Orr
We are in the middle of our Men of May Series where we are highlighting and honoring the inspirational influence of some extraordinary women as we look at their lives through the lens of the men they have impacted. Today, I am joined by my friend Josh Orr. Josh is an entrepreneur and a podcast...
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39. When the Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary with Jeff Simmons
Today, we are kicking off a very special mini series called Men of May: Stories of Women's Impact and Inspiration. The month of May holds particular significance as we celebrate the profound influence of mothers and women everywhere. While we typically feature the unique and powerful stories of...
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38. How To Find Rest For Your Soul with Angela Correll
Angela Correll is a best selling author and successful entrepreneur. Today we talk about Angela's latest book, Restored in Tuscany: A True Story of Facing Loss, Finding Beauty, And Living Forward with Hope. The book is fascinating story of Angela and her husband Jess's time in Italy which...
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37. When Passion Meets Purpose: Jovana's Story
Most of us would probably say we want to make a difference in this world but we are often not really sure how to do that. My guest today had that same thought and prayed that the Lord would show her how and He did just that. Jovana Mullins is the creator of Alivia Clothing. God gave her a…
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36. When Faith Meets Obedience: Elizabeth's Story
Have you ever had a moment where the Lord undeniably and unexpectedly brings someone in your life that you know will change it forever? That happened to me a little over a year ago with my sweet friend, Elizabeth Evans. Elizabeth is the reason Honey For Your Heart exists. She is our producer and...
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35. How To Find Your Passion + Trust the Journey with Lauren Cunningham
Today, I am joined by a fellow podcaster, Lauren Cunningham. Lauren has an amazing journey that is full of twists and turns and literally leaves you with your jaw open in amazement at some points. But through it all, the Lord was writing a very beautiful story that only He could write, teaching…
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34. Building a Business and a Home with Ashley McMakin
You are in for a special treat today with our guest Ashley McMakin. Ashley owns Ashley Mac's Kitchen: a thriving catering business along with 5 restaurants that are mouth wateringly good! To give you a little history, Ashley crafted meals that became like edible greeting cards for the community.…
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33. How To Have Friendship With God with Faith Eury Cho
I remember, at a young age, seeing in scripture that Abraham was called a "friend of God." Those words jumped off the page to me and I remember thinking - wow! I wonder how you get to actually be "friends" with God - so much that it's even recorded in scripture. Well, my guest today has a passion...
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32. How To Turn Struggle Into Strength with Megan Smalley
If you have ever desired something so deeply only to face closed doors time and time again, you know the heartbreak, disappointment and confusion those seasons bring. Maybe you felt angry at God and wondered what He's doing and if He is even trustworthy. If that's you, this episode will certainly...
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31. How To Find Beauty in Your Limitations with Sara Hagerty
Have you ever felt stretched to your limits or frustrated by your limits? Maybe you really wish they didn't exist or you could make them magically go away! If you find yourself there, today's episode is for you! I am joined today by Sara Hagerty. Sara is a bestselling author, speaker, wife and...
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30. How to Find True Peace Through Scripture with Kelly Minter
Do you find yourself longing for true peace but unsure how to get it? In difficult seasons, do you struggle to find comfort and rest? If this resonates with you, today's episode is one not to miss! Our guest today is Kelly Minter. Kelly and I have many friends in common and had the privilege of...
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29. Daughter: Becoming Who You Already Are with Laney Rene
If you have ever asked the question at any season of life or during multiple seasons of life - "who am I" you are in for a wonderful treat today. I had the honor of chatting with Laney Rene for this episode of Honey for Your Heart and it was such a joyful conversation that blessed my heart, as I...
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28. How to Fight For Your Marriage with Melody Hemphill
Melody and her husband, Randy, are founders of Life Ministries. But their story is one filled with brokenness and healing. Restoration marks their relationship and ministry. They were married in June of 1995. Though they did not realize the full extent of their marriage vows, they made a…
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27. Finding Faith: Erin Hamby's Story
I am thrilled to share a truly amazing and miraculous story with you today. I recently met Erin Hamby and heard her story and knew it was one that would touch so many lives and needed to be shared on Honey For Your Heart. Erin walked through an extremely complicated pregnancy and was ultimately...
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26. Authentic Friendship: The Ups and Downs And All The In Betweens with Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston
Amy and Jess, the creators of Sister I'm With You, discuss the importance of adult friendships and sisterhood. They share their personal experiences with loneliness and the power of intentional friendship. They emphasize the need for authenticity, reciprocity, trust, and positivity in healthy…
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25. An Invitation to Hope: How to Navigate Seasons of Waiting
"Like enduring a cold winter, waiting for life to happen can feel long, lonely and agonizing. But winter also carries a hidden beauty: Life is being preserved an dstored away to be revealed in a later season." - Barb Hill If you find yourself feeling hopeless in a long season of waiting, today's...
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24. The Power of Surrender: Breaking Free From the Bondage of Addiction with Jennifer Mayer
You are in for a special treat today as you hear from my friend, Jennifer Mayer. Jennifer was raised in a Christian home, went to a Christian school, graduated top of her high school class and Cum Laude from Auburn University. After college, she landed a prestigious job, lived in a beautiful home...
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23. How To Find Your Purpose with Audrey McElveen
I believe God has a purpose for my life but how do I know what it is? When life doesn't make sense, is God really there and in control? If you've ever asked questions like these, this episode is for you! Today, we have a truly extraordinary guest with us, someone whose journey through life is a...
About this show
The “Honey for Your Heart” podcast, hosted by Clover + Bee boutique owner and Birmingham resident, Bryson Kessler, is a podcast about life, legacy, and love for storytelling.Struck by the stories and special wisdom of the women walking into her storefront, Bryson decided to share these legacy leaving lessons with YOU. Once a month, Bryson welcomes a guest - just like welcoming a friend through the doors of her boutique, Clover and Bee, to chat about the struggles, successes, and the sweetness of life. Her hope is that you are able to take a touch of sweetness back to your homes and community from these conversations.In the weeks in between interviews, Bryson provides a short word of inspiration to help you “put on” encouragement for your head, heart, and [overall mental health]. Whether you are encountering a tough season, on a mountain top high, or maybe just somewhere in between - tune in for a touch of sweetness and sisterhood.This is the Honey for Your Heart Podcast.www.shopc
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