Journey with Nicole
by Nicole
A Podcast for Reflection, Healing & Spiritual AwakeningJourney with Nicole is a spiritual reflection podcast devoted to healing, faith, growth, and becoming who you were meant to be. Through honest storytelling, worship moments, and conversations about surrender, identity, and purpose, Nicole creates a space where spirituality meets emotional intelligence.For those rebuilding, awakening, and learning to trust God again.This is reflection with depth.This is spirituality lived out loud.Welcome to your journey.
Episodes
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From Peace to Panic: A Morning Walk, a Dog Attack, and a God Moment
What started as a quiet, peaceful morning walk with God quickly turned into a fight for survival. At mile four, the serenity was shattered when two unrestrained German Shepherds charged onto a busy highway and targeted a man and his tiny Chihuahua. In this episode, I share the raw, terrifying...
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2:46 AM: The Anatomy of a Midnight Siege
A quiet night shatters at 2:46 AM when a heavy helicopter hovers overhead, police lights flood the backyard, and a manhunt unfolds right outside the window. In this deeply personal episode, Nicole shares a firsthand account of surviving a midnight police siege, navigating the sudden physical and...
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The Accident: A Caregiver’s Burden
"I’ve spent my entire life trying to protect others from the kind of pain I’ve experienced. But sometimes, life forces you to walk through the fire yourself." In this hauntingly raw and deeply personal episode, I open up about a night that changed everything. Living a thousand miles away from my...
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The System is Rigged: Why Parole is Designed to Make You Fail
Is the justice system actually designed to keep you trapped? We’re told prison is about "rehabilitation" and parole is about "reintegration." But for millions, the reality is a revolving door designed for profit, not people. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Drew—a man who just walked out...
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It Wasn’t Depression, It Was Rejection
For years, I believed I was struggling with clinical depression. I was diagnosed as a teenager, medicated, and hospitalized, searching for a way out of the darkness. But as I peeled back the layers of my life, I discovered the root cause wasn't what I thought—it was a lifetime of rejection. In…
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A Saucy Ocean and a Pier Full of Life
The red and purple flags were violently waving, the waves were covered in white caps, and the ocean was feeling incredibly saucy. But if you stayed on the shore today, you would have missed the real magic. Join me on Journey with Nicole as I share a collection of beautiful, heartwarming moments I...
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Freedom Through a Son's Eyes: A Conversation with Brennan
Title: Freedom Through a Son's Eyes: Brennan's Journey of Faith, Fatherhood & Legacy Description: What happens when a young father chooses to break old cycles and pursue God's purpose for his life? In this deeply personal episode of Journey with Nicole, I sit down with my son, Brennan, to talk...
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The Woman God Sent: A Conversation with Nina Bell | Journey with Nicole
Some people enter your life so gently, you don’t realize until years later that God placed them there intentionally. In this deeply personal episode of Journey with Nicole, Nicole sits down with Nina Bell — a woman whose quiet strength, unwavering faith, wisdom, kindness, and love of Christ…
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From Abuse to Freedom | My Testimony in Christ
This is my real story. From childhood abuse… to addiction, depression, PTSD, and years of feeling completely lost—I spent most of my life trying to fix myself on my own. Nothing worked. Not until I found Jesus. In this episode, I share how everything changed—from a high-speed chase and rock…
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Close Your Eyes & Go Here… | Guided Meditation to Feel Safe Again
There is a place within you that has never been hurt… never been touched… and has always remained safe. In this deeply immersive guided meditation, Nicole gently leads you inward...beyond the noise, beyond the stress, beyond the weight you’ve been carrying into a space of true safety, peace, and...
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I Got Lost My First Week in Florida (No Phone, No Map)
What was supposed to be a simple walk turned into one of the most defining moments of my life. During my first week in Florida, 1,300 miles away from everything I knew, I left my phone at home to “disconnect”… and got completely lost. No GPS. No way to call for help. Just heat, fear, and the...
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Why Women Don’t Come Forward
This episode is one of the hardest stories I have ever told. When people ask why women don’t come forward after an assault, why they stay silent, or why they don’t report, I need you to understand something… It’s not because it didn’t happen. It’s not because they’re weak. It’s because the system...
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Why Women Don’t Report
This episode is one of the hardest stories I have ever told. When people ask why women don’t report assault, why they wait years to speak, why they stay silent, I need you to understand something — it’s not because it didn’t happen. It’s not because they’re lying. It’s not because they’re weak....
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Why Women Don’t Report
This episode is one of the hardest stories I have ever told. When people ask why women don’t report assault, why they wait years to speak, why they stay silent, I need you to understand something — it’s not because it didn’t happen. It’s not because they’re lying. It’s not because they’re weak....
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There Is No Superman | The Idea of America
When I was a child, the American flag meant freedom, safety, and opportunity. As I grew up, I started seeing a different reality — veterans with different stories, injustice without consequences, and a system that didn’t always protect the underdog like I thought it would. This episode is not…
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I Went for a Walk… and Ended Up Marching With High School Protesters
On March 5th, I went for a walk to quiet the chaos in my mind. Losing my job. Financial uncertainty. A friend drowning in addiction. Two businesses struggling to take off. Trying to figure out who I am as an empty nester. So I started walking 7–10 miles a day just to silence the voice in my head...
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Burnout Recovery: A Quiet Space to Breathe
Burnout does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it feels like numbness. Disconnection. A quiet fading of color. In this 25-minute guided reflection, you are invited into a gentle space to breathe, slow down, and release the pressure to perform. This episode offers soft, rhythmic encouragement…
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On My Knees: Spiritual Revival, Surrender & the Power of Worship
In this episode of Journey with Nicole, we explore the recent student-led spiritual revival and what it reveals about surrender, repentance, and authentic worship. Through Nicole’s original worship song “On My Knees,” we reflect on the power of kneeling before God, releasing pride, and returning…
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A Message to the Girl I Once Was: Healing, Protection, and Becoming the Safe Place
In this deeply personal episode, I share a heartfelt letter reflecting on a time in my life when I didn’t feel safe, loved, or protected—and how that shaped the way I showed up for others. I talk about becoming the protector I never had, loving fiercely, and recognizing that while I was older, I...
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When You Can’t Fall Asleep | 35-Minute Guided Sleep Meditation for Racing Thoughts
Can’t fall asleep? This 35-minute guided sleep meditation is designed for nights when your mind won’t slow down and rest feels just out of reach. If you’re lying awake with racing thoughts, anxiety, or that familiar feeling of trying too hard to sleep, this meditation gently guides you out of...
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Rest Without Trying | A 30-Minute Night Meditation for Overthinking Minds
If your body is tired but your mind won’t slow down, this gentle night meditation is here to help you rest without pressure. This 30-minute guided meditation is designed for evenings when sleep feels elusive and trying harder only makes it worse. With slow pacing, varied language, and intentional...
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The First Time I Fell — Part 2 | Love, Longing & the Night That Changed Everything
This is Part 2 of a true coming-of-age love story — tender, cinematic, and unforgettable. A first date at the movies. Hands brushing in the dark. Hope building quietly with every moment. And then… the night everything shifted. In this episode, I share the story of falling fast, loving deeply,...
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Press Play Before You Show Up | Courage, Confidence & Do-It-Anyway Energy
Press play when you’re about to show up — even if your hands are shaking. This is not a meditation. This is a moment of courage. Whether you’re walking into a job interview, confronting someone who’s crossed a line, or stepping into a room that feels intimidating, this episode is here to remind…
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Morning Meditation | Start Your Day Confident, Calm & Aligned
Begin your day grounded, confident, and connected to yourself. This morning meditation is designed to help you wake up gently while building inner strength, calm focus, and self-trust. Through intentional breathing, grounding imagery, and confidence-affirming guidance, this practice supports you…
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The Remembering of Worth | A Guided Meditation for Deep Self-Trust & Receiving
This guided meditation is an invitation to remember what has always been true: your worth is inherent, steady, and complete. Through gentle breath, rhythmic language, and embodied affirmations, this practice supports the nervous system in settling into self-trust, openness, and ease. Designed to…
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The Real Meaning of Christmas: When the World Began to Break Apart
Christmas is often remembered as a season of comfort and tradition. But the first Christmas was anything but comforting. It marked the beginning of a quiet revolution — a dismantling of the world as people understood it. An interruption of empire, hierarchy, certainty, and power as it had always...
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Guided Meditation for Self Love & Acceptance | Let Go of Self-Judgment and Come Home to Yourself
This guided meditation for self love and acceptance is a gentle invitation to release self-judgment, soften into compassion, and reconnect with yourself exactly as you are. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, critical of yourself, or disconnected from your own worth, this meditation will help you...
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When the Plan Changes: Grieving in Real Time
Today was supposed to be a podcast and a video. I had it all planned — until the wave of emotion hit. Brennan’s last Monday here with me stirred something deep. As I faced the reality of becoming an empty nester, I realized I didn’t want to perform. I wanted to feel. So instead of pushing…
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The First Time I Fell… and Broke Part 1
I was just a girl. He was just a boy stocking shelves at the grocery store. But what started as a teenage crush turned into something much heavier — the first heartbreak that would echo for years. This isn’t just about J. It’s about the ache that comes from loving someone who can’t love…
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Codependency: The Addiction We Don’t Talk About
I lost myself trying to save someone who didn’t want to be saved. For years, I mistook chaos for love — believing if I could just be enough, they would change. This episode is for anyone who’s ever loved an addict, lost their own reflection in the process, and is finally ready to reclaim their...
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When Your Children Grow Up: Redefining Motherhood, Identity & Letting Go with Love
This evening at 7PM, I’m opening my heart about one of the most emotional transitions we face — becoming the parent of adult children. Motherhood doesn’t end when they grow up… it evolves. In this episode, I share my own journey of learning to respect my children’s autonomy while re-evaluating my...
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Hurricane Melissa, Honoring Buster, and Halloween Stories with My Cousin Brian
This week, I’m joined by my cousin Brian for an episode full of heart, humor, and a touch of Halloween spirit. 🎃 We start with Hurricane Melissa brewing in the Caribbean — sharing thoughts, memories, and that strange calm that comes before a storm. Then we honor the beautiful soul of Brian’s…
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Stepping outside your comfort zone is where real growth begins. 💫
In this episode of Motivation with Nicole, I open up about my first TikTok Live — the nerves, the laughter, the lessons — and how doing what scared me opened doors to learning, networking, connection, and inspiration. This is your reminder: you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need...
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Backhoes, TikTok, and Close Calls — A Wild Ride with Brian Pringle 🚜😂💜
In this unforgettable episode, Brian Pringle shares the story of how a backhoe with no brakes nearly cost him his life — and the powerful lessons that came from it. 💜 Meanwhile, Nicole dives into her own comedy of chaos — her first-ever TikTok Live at 52 — where a random stranger tried to cohost...
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A Mother & Son Reunited Through Faith 🙏
This one’s personal. 💜 Brennan and I just recorded our very first podcast together — and it was powerful. For a long time, my videos and motivational work created a distance between us. But today, we sat down, talked honestly, and found our way back — through faith. Brennan chose the topic, and...
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The Story Behind the Guide 💜 How I Turned Pain into Purpose
his is the story behind the voice — the journey that turned heartbreak, healing, and hope into Motivation with Nicole. 💫 I’m sharing the moments that broke me, the lessons that rebuilt me, and the truth that changed everything: you don’t have to have it all together to start again. If you’ve…
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When Words Fall Short… Listen 💜 #Healing #Empathy #Growth #JourneyWithNicole
In a world where everyone wants to be heard, few truly listen. In this heartfelt episode of Journey with Nicole, we explore the quiet power of simply being present — no fixing, no advice, just listening with love. 💜 You’ll learn how listening can heal relationships, build deeper trust, and offer...
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The Gas Station Miracle ⛽💜 How One Small Act Changed Everything
Sometimes the most powerful moments happen in the most ordinary places — like a gas station parking lot. In this heartfelt episode of Journey with Nicole, a simple act of kindness turns into a ripple of hope that changes more than one life. 💫 When you choose compassion over judgment, you never...
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The Storm and the Lantern 🌧️ Finding Light When Life Feels Foggy
When everything feels unclear and you can’t see the way forward… this story is for you. ✨ “The Storm and the Lantern” is a powerful reminder that clarity doesn’t come before the journey — it comes through it. Sometimes, all you need is the courage to take one step, keep your light burning, and...
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The Night I Shared My Fiddle Faddle with a Mouse 🐭🍿 | Journey with Nicole
You ever wake up to find someone nibbling your snack… and it’s NOT your boyfriend? 😳 This is the true, ridiculous story of how a sneaky little mouse turned my midnight snack into a horror-comedy scene — complete with flying rodents, no sympathy from my man, and a full-on mouse apocalypse in my...
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When You Just Can’t Go On | Healing Affirmations for the Hard Days 💜 #MotivationWithNicole
When life feels too heavy to carry… this is for you. 💫 Let these affirmations remind you that even in your darkest moments, your light still shines. You are not broken — you are becoming. 🌙 Listen when your heart feels tired, your hope feels small, or you just need to remember why you started....
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Rewire Your Mind: Transform Negative Thoughts into Self-Worth and Confidence
In this empowering Journey with Nicole episode, we’re rewiring your mind to remember your worth. 🌿 Through guided affirmations and gentle reflection, you’ll learn to release negative self-talk, silence doubt, and create new thought patterns rooted in confidence, peace, and love. Let this be your...
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Healing Isn’t Linear: Positive Affirmations to Help You Let Go and Begin Again
In this powerful episode of Journey with Nicole, we slow down and step into the space where true healing begins — within. 🌿 These guided affirmations are a gentle reminder that healing doesn’t follow a straight path. Some days you rise. Some days you rest. Both are progress. 💜 Listen as…
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I Am Enough: A Journey to Self-Love 💜
In this episode of Motivation with Nicole, we slow down, breathe, and remember our worth. These self-love affirmations are designed to quiet your inner critic, release perfectionism, and help you reconnect with your power. 💫 Let these words remind you that you are worthy, whole, and…
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Sh*t Happens: A Dog Walk Gone Wrong
Let’s just say… things got messy. In this short and hilarious episode of Journey with Nicole, I share one of the most unexpected (and totally gross) moments of my dog-walking adventures. Picture this: I’ve got the leash in one hand, an itch on my face, and no idea what’s about to slap me in the...
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Family, Forgiveness & Finding Safe Spaces w/ My Cousin Brian
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my cousin Brian for an open conversation about family, healing, and the spaces we create for one another. What started as small talk quickly turned into something deeper—we unpacked old wounds, acknowledged past missteps (including how I spoke to him on...
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Affirmations to Break Free & Renew Your Spirit
Feeling stuck? We’ve all been there. This episode delivers powerful affirmations to help you release old energy, reset your mindset, and step into a season of renewal. 🌸 These words are your gentle reminder that you are not stuck—you are simply being prepared for your next chapter. 💫 Listen...
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✨ Reset Your Mind with Powerful Daily Affirmations
🌟 Positive Affirmations for Healing & Growth Step into a daily practice of self-love and empowerment. These affirmations are designed to calm your mind, rewire negative thoughts, and remind you of your worth. ✨ Whether you’re starting your morning, resetting midday, or winding down at night, let...
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Healing Beyond the Crisis
Ever wondered about the difference between a mental health hospital and a mental health rehab facility? In this episode, I break down the levels of care—why short-term stabilization is sometimes necessary, but long-term healing happens in a supportive, personalized rehab environment. 🌿 I share…
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Breathe Through It: You're Not Alone!
When emotions run high, the breath is your anchor. In this episode, I guide you through a gentle, grounding breathing technique to help you regulate during moments of anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional flooding. This is your space to pause, to reconnect, and to remember: 🫁 You’re not alone. 💗 You...
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A Podcast for Reflection, Healing & Spiritual AwakeningJourney with Nicole is a spiritual reflection podcast devoted to healing, faith, growth, and becoming who you were meant to be. Through honest storytelling, worship moments, and conversations about surrender, identity, and purpose, Nicole creates a space where spirituality meets emotional intelligence.For those rebuilding, awakening, and learning to trust God again.This is reflection with depth.This is spirituality lived out loud.Welcome to your journey.
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