Well Within Her

In this episode, we start with vintage deer shirts, walking tacos, puppies, overflowing schedules, and the chaos of spring sports… and somehow end up in a deep conversation about fear, shame, mission trips, spiritual warfare, generosity, and surrendering control to God.Erin shares honestly about the internal battle she faced leading up to her mission trip to Brazil, the fears she kept hidden, the lies she believed about not being “faithful enough,” and how God met her in the middle of it anyway.We also talk about:what seeing poverty up close does to your perspectiveraising kids with generosity and gratitudewhy guilt and shame were never ours to carrythe pressure we put on ourselves to “make things happen”how growth almost always comes through discomfortlearning that obedience matters more than perfectionThis conversation felt raw, honest, emotional, and incredibly important. We hope it reminds you that God’s power was never (and won't ever be) dependent on your perfection.Scripture, perspective, puppies, and a little chaos — just the way we like it.

Please bear with us over the next few weeks; the episode audio might not be the best due to having to record from home instead of the studio! But we didn't want to miss out on the opportunity to recap Erin's Brazil trip while it was fresh in her mind. God was moving and we hope you enjoy listening to what it was like for her to experience this first hand.

This episode is raw, emotional, and incredibly powerful.We’re joined by our friend, Chelsy, as she shares the story of her daughter’s battle with a rare form of leukemia. A journey that challenged everything they thought they knew about faith, control, and trusting God.From diagnosis to multiple treatments, setbacks, and moments of deep fear, Chelsy gives an honest look at what it means to walk through the unthinkable… and still hold onto hope.If you’ve ever struggled with fear, questioned God in hard seasons, or felt like life was completely out of your control, this conversation is for you.We are so thankful for Chelsy taking the time to share, please consider purchasing a copy of Aria's book, The Cancer Fighting Princess on Amazon!! Proceeds go to help fight childhood cancer <3 https://amzn.to/4tZC1Cu💛 If you’re enjoying the podcast, be sure to follow the show, leave a review, and share with a friend, it helps more than you know.

If you’ve ever said “yes”… and immediately regretted it, this one’s for you! In this episode, we’re talking all about boundaries... why they’re so hard to set, why we avoid them, and how they’re actually essential for protecting your peace, your time, and your relationships.As moms, wives, and women, it’s easy to fall into people-pleasing, overcommitting, and feeling like we have to do it all. But the truth is: boundaries aren’t selfish… they’re necessary.We share real-life stories, parenting moments, and practical ways to:Start saying no without guiltHold boundaries in your home, work, and relationshipsCommunicate your needs clearlyProtect your mental and emotional spaceMost importantly, we talk about how boundaries connect to our faith and what it looks like to truly guard your heart and not give the enemy a seat at your table.📖 Proverbs 4:23 — “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show and share it with a friend who needs this reminder 💛

Our thoughts can either draw us closer to truth… or pull us into lies.In this episode, we talk about how to recognize when negative thoughts creep in and how to replace them with truth. From fear of missing out to feeling “not enough,” we share personal stories and practical ways we’ve learned to take our thoughts captive.We also have an honest conversation about mental health, faith, and the role medication can play in healing.If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, insecurity, or spiraling thoughts, this one is for you.Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and share with a friend who might need this encouragement today! We're so glad you're here!

What are you letting through the front door of your mind?In this episode, we talk about guarding your thoughts, recognizing the lies we believe, and learning how to protect your heart using truth. From social media comparison to anxiety and negative self-talk, we discuss how these things slowly take a seat at your table.... and how to remove them.We also share practical ways to defend your mind through Scripture, prayer, worship, and community, along with honest reflections on mental health and vulnerability.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or mentally drained, this conversation will encourage you and remind you that you are not alone.If this episode encouraged you, be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss future episodes, and share it with a friend who may need it too.

Sometimes the hardest battles aren’t around us....they’re in our own minds.In this episode, we’re talking about the subtle, everyday ways the enemy shows up: the lies that sound like your own voice, the comparison that steals your peace, the fear that keeps you stuck, and the distractions that quietly pull you away from God.We break down what Scripture says about these tactics, how they show up in real life (especially as moms), and how to start recognizing them before they take a seat at your table.If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative thoughts, overwhelmed by guilt, or just… off, then this conversation is for youIf this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs it 💛Follow/subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes of Well Within Her

We’re kicking off our discussion of Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by grounding everything in Psalm 23.This conversation gets honest as we unpack what it really means that God is our shepherd, and how easy it is to let something else take that place.We talk about:“Even though” vs. “if” we walk through hard seasonsWhy we’re meant to go through the valley, not stay thereWhat it looks like to actually sit with Jesus instead of rushing past HimThe subtle ways the enemy uses distraction to pull us awayAnd the question we keep coming back to:Who’s sitting in your seat at the table?If this one feels a little convicting… you’re not alone. We’re right there with you.If this episode spoke to you, follow Well Within Her so you don’t miss future conversations on Jesus, motherhood, health, and community.

We’re back!! And this season, we’re going deeper. In this episode, we share life updates, reflect on some of the struggles that shaped the last few months, and introduce the theme for Season 2: learning how to recognize the lies of the enemy and fight back with truth. We talk about self doubt, identity, motherhood, and why this message felt especially important for this season of Well Within Her. Book Info: You can find the book, Don't Give Your Enemy a Seat at the Table on Amazon (https://amzn.to/40GcO3z), or for free using the Hoopla app (usually available through your local library system), or the Libby App (also through your local library). Like, share and follow to help boost our reach!IG @wellwithinherpodcastEmail: [email protected]: @WellWithinHerPodcast

In this season finale, Jess and Erin dive straight into the very real, very exhausting Christmas pressure so many moms feel. If you’ve ever found yourself knee-deep in wrapping paper, hiding the Elf at 11:59 p.m., or wondering why on earth you're wearing another set of matching pajamas… pull up a chair. This one’s for you.Heads up: We talk openly about Santa and certain holiday “mysteries,” so maybe throw in some headphones if little believers are nearby!Inside the Episode:Choosing presence over perfection (because the to-do list will never love you back)The sneaky ways popular traditions pile on stress (Elf on the Shelf, matching PJs, advent calendars, all of it)How to figure out which traditions actually bring joy vs. which ones make you want to run away to the North PoleRe-centering on the whole point of Christmas: Jesus, hope, and peaceCreating meaningful memories without performing for InstagramA biblical look at peace during the holiday season (Proverbs 17:10, Luke 2:10–11)What You’ll Walk Away With:We get honest about what we’ve kept, what we’ve ditched, and why saying “no” is sometimes the holiest thing you can do in December. At the end of the day, your kids don’t need a Pinterest-perfect Christmas. They need you. Present, calm(ish), and enjoying the magic with them.Perfect For:Moms feeling the weight of holiday expectations, families craving a simpler Christmas, and anyone who’s ready to trade chaos for meaning this year.If you’re loving these conversations, we’d be so grateful if you’d tap follow and come along for the journey!

This week, Erin and Jess sit down in our fully decked-out Christmas studio and talk about something unexpected: why two massive music stars are singing about craving a simple, quiet, ordinary life (the kind most of us are living right now).We dive into Taylor Swift’s “Wishlist,” Kelsea Ballerini’s “I Sit in Parks,” and the very real spiritual hunger tucked inside both songs. Even with fame, fortune, and every dream at their fingertips, they’re longing for home, family, grounding, and peace....the things God designed every human heart to need.Inside this episode:• The surprising beauty of a quiet, faithful life• Why worldly success never fills the deeper ache• Paul’s encouragement in 1 Thessalonians about ambition and simplicity• How to see your everyday life through a spiritual lens• And what happens when your Christmas tree is so big it requires… a chainsaw (yes, really)If you’re feeling the holiday comparison trap creeping in, this conversation will lift the weight right off your chest. You have more blessings than you realize, and more than money could ever buy.Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12; Psalm 42:1; 1 Timothy 6:6–7One episode left in Season 1! Our Christmas episode drops next week. 🎄✨

Join us for our very first guest episode! We sit down with our very good friend Jenn Lutz, wife of Lux Digital Church founder Mark Lutz, to talk about what it's really like being married to someone with a completely opposite personality.In this episode, we dive into:What it means to be "equally yoked" in marriageHow a border collie personality manages an Akita personalityThe leap of faith that led to founding a fully digital churchWhy humility is a superpower in marriageThe difference between being an instant pot thinker vs. a slow cooker thinkerJenn keeps you laughing with stories of Mark's shenanigans, and makes you think by sharing the harder stuff like leaving financial stability for the unknown, but how God showed up in miraculous ways.Whether you're in a relationship with your personality twin or your complete opposite, this conversation is full of practical wisdom, encouragement, and laughs.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If this episode made you laugh, encouraged you, or gave you a new perspective on your own relationship, we'd love a 5-star review! It helps other people find us. Topics: Marriage, Relationships, Faith, Church Planting, Parenting, Community, Personality Differences, Ministry LifeLearn more about Lux Digital Church Here: https://www.luxdigitalchurch.com/Find us on Instagram @wellwithinherpodcast

In today’s episode we jump into something many of us feel every fall: being a hunting season widow. We talk honestly about the frustration, the jealousy, the mental load, and what it feels like when your husband has a hobby he can hyperfocus on for three straight months.Inside this episode:• Plant personalities• The taxidermy count in our homes (it's… a lot)• The tension hunting season brings into marriage• Why resentment shows up• How to support your husband and protect your own sanity• How this applies to ANY husband hobby (hunting, golf, gaming, all of it)An honest conversation with 2 different perspectives.Thanks for listening!!If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, hit SUBSCRIBE, and share it with a fellow hunting-season widow!!IG: @wellwithinherpodcast

Okay so... we need to be real with you guys. The last couple weeks have been ROUGH. In this episode we're getting vulnerable about navigating hard times while trying to live out your faith.We discuss why it's okay to not be okay, how gratitude and fear can't coexist, and the power of showing up for friends. Jess shares a life lesson from biking through rain in the Netherlands, and Erin talks about learning to stop dulling her shine.If you've been going through it lately, this one's for you. You're not alone.Topics: Faith, Hard Seasons, Mental Health, Vulnerability, Trusting God, Friendship, Spiritual Warfare, Personal Growth, PrayerEnjoying the show?Please leave us a 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐It helps other women find us when they need encouragement too.

Jess and Erin get practical about exercise in real-life seasons and why chasing “strong” beats chasing “skinny.” We unpack non-scale wins, realistic starting points for busy moms, and a faith-filled reason to keep going (1 Corinthians 9:24–27).What we coverStarting small: 2–3 days/week you can actually keepStrength > scale: body-composition, tape measures, NSVsSimple moves during kid sports & lunch breaksModeling strength for daughters (and sons)Motivation that lasts: family, longevity, callingScripture Anchor: 1 Corinthians 9:24–27Enjoying the show?Follow, tap ★★★★★, and share with a friend. It really helps!Nutrition Coaching with Jess: www.reachwellhealth.com | IG: www.intstagram.com/your.balanced.dietitianWell Within Her: www.instagram.com/wellwithinherpodcast

This week’s episode starts with a hilarious question....“Which animal gives off your vibe?”—and somehow ends up with a deep chat about being tired, giving grace, returning to God, and finding peace in the messy middle.We promise you’ll laugh but also leave feeling encouraged to stop hiding your mess and start seeing how God meets you right there.👉 Follow Well Within Her on Spotify and tap ★★★★★ to leave a quick review—it really helps others find us!

Tired of treating God like a "Hail Mary" when life gets tough? We've been there. In this heartfelt episode, we get real about our prayer journeys - from inconsistent beginnings to building meaningful daily practices that actually work with our chaotic mom schedules.We break down the Sermon on the Mount, Jess shares her personal 5-step prayer framework (that you can start using TODAY), and discuss the different ways God speaks to us. You'll Learn:How to pray when you don't know what to sayA simple 5-prompt prayer method (gratitude, forgiveness, surrender, request, faith in action - add make room for silence to listen to God as the 6th!)Ways to recognize when God is speaking to youPerfect for: Busy Christian moms, women deepening their faith, parents raising kids in faith, anyone who wants a more consistent prayer lifeWhether you're new to prayer or looking to strengthen your existing practice, this conversation will encourage and equip you to build a prayer life that transforms your relationship with God.Topics: Christian faith, prayer life, spiritual growth, Christian parenting, mom devotional, Bible study, hearing from God, faith journey, Christian living, women's ministrywww.instagram.com/[email protected]

Ever had a hair disaster you still cringe about? In this bonus episode, we're sharing our most embarrassing hair stories - from postpartum crisis cuts to makeover mishaps that went terribly wrong.You can see the photo of Jess's makeover if you go to about the 3:50 minute mark! https://youtu.be/F_Ixi3e_t7o

Ever feel like you're stuck in a season of waiting, wondering if God has forgotten His plans for you? In this raw and vulnerable episode, we're diving deep into those uncomfortable "in-between" seasons of life where nothing seems to be moving forward.In this episode, we discuss:Personal stories of waiting seasons that led to unexpected blessingsHow to discern between God's timing and our own impatienceThe struggle of leaving jobs, starting businesses, and stepping out in faithWhy doubt and faith can coexist (and that's okay!)Finding purpose in the pause when life feels uncertainThe beautiful analogy of whales and why we're "in this world but not of it"Featured Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11 - "He has made everything beautiful in its time."This episode gets real as we navigate current struggles with career transitions, building a counseling practice, and trusting God when you can't see the next step. Bring tissues—there are tears, laughter, and plenty of "come to Jesus" moments.A note about this episode: Due to a recording snafu, there's some smooth jazz playing in the background. We decided to keep the original recording because the authenticity and vulnerability that happened couldn't be recreated. The content is too good to miss!Perfect for: Moms in transition, anyone facing uncertainty, and those who need a reminder that waiting seasons aren't wasted seasons.

Let’s peel back the layers on body image, faith, and everyday health (without the shame). Jess (RD) and Erin swap stories from college, pregnancy, and perimenopause, and reframe “your body is a temple” through the lens of grace. Expect practical ideas you can use today (real breakfast + 5-minute movement) and a steady reminder of whose you are.Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (NIV)Key takeaways:You can’t hate yourself into health, grace grows change.Small, repeatable habits beat big, perfect plans.Your worth isn’t body-dependent; it’s God-given.Try this: Eat a protein-forward breakfast, add 5 minutes of movement, and when shame pipes up, ask, “Whose am I?”👍 If this helped, like, subscribe, and share with a friend.🛎️ Tap the bell so you don’t miss new episodes.💬 Comment: What’s your earliest body-image memory?

Sweats, tea, and tech humility today. After discovering our batch-recorded episodes had a smooth-jazz soundtrack (for real), we sat down AGAIN to talk launch week highs, compassion in a hard news cycle, and why moms need real, in-person friends. Then some tips on how to find them. We anchor in Ruth 1:16–17 and get practical about effort, seasons, vulnerability, and using your unique strengths in friendship. We wrap with “Tell Me Something Good” (Disney core memories + a passed certification!) and a closing prayer.Scripture: Ruth 1:16–17Highlights: launch gratitude, bold faith with gentleness, building your circle IRL, introvert/extrovert teamwork, call-don’t-text when it matters.✨ Enjoying the show? Tap Follow so you never miss an episode. While you’re there, leave us a quick ⭐️ rating. It helps more women find encouragement, faith, and friendship here at Well Within Her.Learn more about working with Jess as a client at www.reachwellhealth.comFind us on IG at www.instagram.com/WellWithinHerPodcast

Called by God…but still juggling chaos, messes, and mom-fails? Jess & Erin share the real side of faith + motherhood—complete with kinetic sand disasters, missed school lunches, and a deep dive into 2 Corinthians 12:9. You’ll leave encouraged, laughing, and reminded that God’s grace is made perfect in our weakness.

How do you make friends as an adult while juggling marriage, kids and careers? In Ep. 2 Erin and Jess share their paths to Western PA, career pivots, church community, and the slow-burn friendship that became Well Within Her. We talk postpartum, small groups, husbands becoming friends, and praying through anxiety (Philippians 4:6).

Welcome to the very first episode of Well Within Her! 🎉In this episode, Jess and Erin share the story of how this podcast came to life! From goat attacks at the zoo 🐐 to marathon training in the rain, job changes, and a whole lot of God-moments.We talk about:✨ Why faith and wellness belong together✨ How motherhood is shaping us✨ The heart behind the name Well Within Her (Psalm 46:5)This is real talk for Christian moms who want encouragement in faith, health, and everyday mom life.👉 Don’t miss an episode—hit follow/subscribe!📲 Follow us on Instagram: @wellwithinherpodcast