Words Can Heal

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your host, navigating life's journey with a faith-filled perspective. In today’s episode, "Adult Friendships Are Weird: Navigating the Complexities of Making Friends as an Adult," we explore the unique challenges and rewarding experiences of forming friendships in adulthood. From overcoming social barriers to finding genuine connections, we discuss practical tips and personal stories highlighting the importance of community and connection in our lives. Join us for a candid conversation on how to make new friends, maintain meaningful relationships, and embrace the weirdness of adult friendships. Visit Shakiranae.com/wordscanheal to connect, submit topics, and be part of this transformative podcast journey. Follow me on Instagram @theshakiranae or @shakiranaemediaco, subscribe, and support the show. Thank you for listening – I'll catch y’all next time for a new episode!

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your host, navigating life's journey with a faith-filled perspective. In today’s episode, "Turning 25, Avoiding a Quarter-Life Crisis, and Inside Out 2!", we dive into the realities of hitting 25, avoiding a quarter-life crisis, and share how Inside Out changed the way I viewed life. Join us for a candid conversation on embracing imperfection, being confident as you are, fighting "perfectionism," and not letting our emotions control us. Visit Shakiranae.com/wordscanheal to connect, submit topics, and be part of this transformative podcast journey. Follow us on Instagram @theshakiranae, subscribe, and support the show. Thank you for listening – I'll catch y’all next time for a new episode! #Turning25 #QuarterLifeCrisis #InsideOut2 #EmbraceImperfection #OvercomingShame #ShakiraNae #WordsCanHealPodcast

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your host, navigating life's journey with a faith-filled perspective. Today’s episode is entitled “I’m not perfect, I’m human” and we have a candid conversation about struggles with perfection and how to find release. And how to truly come as you are to God despite feelings of shame. Featured Verses: Luke 15:7 (NIV): "7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent." Luke 15:22-23 (NIV): "22 But the father said to his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate. 24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.' So they began to celebrate." Visit Shakiranae.com/wordscanheal to connect, submit topics, and be part of this transformative podcast journey. Follow us on Instagram @wordscanhealpodcast, subscribe, and support the show. Thank you for listening – I'll catch y’all next time for a new episode.

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your host, navigating life's journey with a faith-filled perspective. In today's episode, we delve into the essence of life, emphasizing the significance of giving ourselves grace to grow and change. Inspired by personal experiences, we explore topics ranging from the joy of early mornings to coping with grief and embracing the unknowns of growth and change. I share insights on how leaning on God varies in different life moments, drawing from three separate occasions of grief this year alone. Reflecting on the challenges of facing the unknown, we discuss the importance of welcoming growth and change, overcoming the fear associated with uncertainties. The episode includes a powerful quote from Jackie Hill Perry’s devotional, encouraging listeners to find joy in God’s diverse generosity. Listed verse: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed." (Psalms 34:18 NLT) Visit Shakiranae.com/wordscanheal to connect, submit topics, and be part of this transformative podcast journey. Follow us on Instagram @wordscanhealpodcast, subscribe, and support the show. Thank you for listening – I'll catch y’all next time for a new episode.

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your guide on this faith-filled journey. In today's episode, we delve into "Finding normalcy in the unexpected." I'll share recent joys, discuss navigating life amidst tragedy, explore guilt, and reflect on what normalcy means for me. Join me in this healing journey through faith and self-discovery. For more updates or to share your thoughts, visit https://www.shakiranae.com/wordscanheal. Thank you for being part of this transformative podcast journey. Stay tuned for more episodes exploring our twenties, relationships, self-discovery, and faith journey together.

Welcome back to Words Can Heal. I'm Shakira Nae, your host, guiding you through life's journey with a faith-filled perspective. In today's episode, we tackle the theme of “de-influencing,” shedding light on how external influences shape our desires. I share insights inspired by a TikTok creator, @crystaluncut, who introduces the concept of "money dials." These dials encourage a thoughtful examination of spending habits based on genuine preferences. Explore the top 10 money dials, like Convenience, Travel, and Relationships, to align your expenditures with your true values. Drawing from personal experiences, I discuss the challenge of being easily influenced and offer practical tips for de-influencing. Take a moment to pause, visualize how choices resonate with your authentic self, and learn to live within your budget authentically. For more on money dials, check out https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/money-dials/.  Verses:  Matthew 6:21 Connect with us at https://www.shakiranae.com/wordscanheal for updates, topic submissions, or just to share your thoughts.  Thank you for being part of this transformative podcast journey. Stay tuned for more episodes exploring our twenties, singlehood, self-discovery, and faith journey together.

Welcome back to the WCH podcast, I am your host Shakira Nae. Words Can Heal is a faith-based podcast that provides a real perspective on navigating life, society, and culture through the lens of faith. Today’s episode is all about delusions…and how to stop being delulu! We dig a little deeper into what it means to be 'delulu,' why the girlies find comfort and enjoyment in delusions, and how to find healthier alternatives. I mean...you can't tell me the cashier at Trader Joe's is not in love with me right? Verses: 1 Peter 5:8 1 John 1:8 Jeremiah 17:9 For more updates on the podcast, to submit topics you'd like to hear about, or just to connect and chat, visit us at https://www.shakiranae.com/wordscanheal. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey of healing and growth through the power of words. Stay tuned for new episodes as we explore our twenties, singlehood, self-discovery, and faith journey together.

Welcome back to the WCH podcast, I am your host Shakira Nae. Words Can Heal is a faith-based podcast that provides a real perspective on how to navigate life, society, and culture through the lens of faith. Today’s episode is all about short attention spans, the culture of impatience, and finding your way in a world that is ever-changing. In our exploration of short attention spans, we'll discuss the overwhelming feeling of having multiple mental tabs open, the allure and potential addiction of platforms like TikTok, and the warning signs that indicate our attention spans may be stretched too thin. Shifting our focus to the culture of impatience, we'll delve into a personal journey from trusting in divine timing to succumbing to the impatience of "if it's not happening now, it's not for me." We'll candidly ponder the intensifying struggle and seek answers on how to thrive in a world filled with distractions. Join the conversation as we reflect on the shared experience of navigating a world where short attention spans have become the norm. Find solace in the knowledge that you're not alone in this journey. Verses: Colossians 3:1-4, Colossians 3:5-8, Colossians 3:15. For more updates on the podcast, to submit topics you'd like to hear about, or just to connect and chat, visit us at https://www.shakiranae.com/wordscanheal. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey of healing and growth through the power of words. Stay tuned for new episodes as we explore and navigate our twenties, singlehood, self-discovery, and faith journey together.

Welcome to the second episode of "Words Can Heal," the podcast that explores the transformative power of words in our journey toward healing. I'm Shakira, your host. Today, we're diving into the truth of prioritizing yourself, unlearning unhealthy patterns, and managing overstimulation. In our first episode, we tackled the pursuit of passions while overcoming perfectionism and procrastination. Now, we're going deeper into the realm of self-prioritization and the importance of shedding negative behaviors. For updates, topic submissions, or just to connect, visit our website at https://shakiranae.com/wordscanheal. Verses: Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV): "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey of healing and growth through the power of words. Stay tuned for new episodes and stay connected as we explore and navigate our twenties, singlehood, self-discovery, and faith journey.

Welcome to "Words Can Heal," the podcast that's all about empowering you to experience healing through the transformative power of words. I'm your host, Shakira! In our very first episode, "Letting Passion Lead, Defying Perfectionism and Procrastination," we'll dive deep into the art of pursuing your passions even when they seem daunting. We'll unravel the intricacies of shedding perfectionism and procrastination as we uncover the heartfelt inspiration behind this podcast. We'll also explore the profound role of faith and how it can guide us through life's ups and downs. For more updates on the podcast, to submit topics you'd like to hear about, or just to connect and chat, visit us at https://shakiranae.com/wordscanheal Don't forget to check out Jackie Hill Perry's thought-provoking devo, "Upon Waking,": https://jackiehillperry.com/upon-waking Verses from today's show: 2 Corinthians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬ NIV: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭21‬ NIV: "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭24‬ NLT: "Kind words are like honey—sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey of healing and growth through the power of words. Stay tuned for new episodes and stay connected as we explore and navigate our twenties, singlehood, self-discovery, and faith journey.