Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive

What moves God?It’s a question I don’t think we ask often enough.We know what religion says. We know the rules. We know the “shoulds.” But do we actually know His heartbeat? If we’re made in His image, with a soul that thinks, chooses, and feels—then surely He has a heart that can be moved too.In this episode of Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive, I want to take you deeper into the Revive series. Last episode, we talked about taking inventory and making room. But this time, we’re going one step further, into the conversation itself.It’s one thing to decide what we think should go in our lives. It’s another thing entirely to sit quietly before God and ask:“Lord… what do You say about this?”“How do You feel about how I’m living?”“What’s taking up space that belongs to You?”Over the last few years, the Lord began speaking to me through ordinary moments—in waiting rooms, school pickup lines, and everyday life—with four words I couldn’t shake:“There’s no room for Me here.”Not from a place of condemnation.From invitation.In this episode, I’m sharing how distraction, busyness, noise, scrolling, and constantly filling every empty space can slowly numb us to God’s presence, His voice, and even the people right in front of us.We’ll talk about:• Why distraction affects us spiritually• The “thorny ground” in Mark 4 and what’s choking out fruit in our lives• The hidden power behind phrases like “I know I should, but…”• Why simple obedience changes everything• The story of the rich young ruler—and what happens when God presses on the one thing we don’t want to release• And how revival often begins by simply making room againThis episode isn’t about shame or legalism.It’s about closeness.Connection.Awareness.And learning how to live undistracted enough to actually hear God again.If you’ve been feeling spiritually tired, emotionally cluttered, disconnected, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost some of your fire lately… I think this conversation will speak to you.Scriptures referenced:Mark 4 — The Parable of the SowerProverbs 4:20–23Mark 10 — The Rich Young RulerThanks for being here. Let’s keep learning how to get well, live well, and thrive—together.

"Busy" is the new normal—but what if our busyness is actually killing our souls?In Episode 5 of our series, I’m getting real with you about the "garden" of your soul. We often think we’re thriving because we’re doing "all the things," but I’ve learned the hard way that you can look alive and active on the outside while feeling completely dead on the inside.Before we can grow, we have to make room. Today, I’m challenging you to stop "playing church" and start getting honest. I’m sharing:The Mirror Test: Why I want you to sit in front of a mirror for one minute and look at the woman staring back. What does she actually need?Garden Killers: How "good" things—even sermons and ministry—can actually become thorns that choke out your intimacy with God.The "SPACE" Brain Hack: My personal 5-step tool for filtering your thoughts and habits every single day.The Prince vs. The Wizard: Shifting your view of God from a terrifying judge to a Prince who is madly pursuing you.God will let you stay as shallow as you insist on staying, but He will take you as deep as you’re willing to go. Are you ready to declutter your heart and finally breathe again?Let’s dive in and make some room.Connect with me: Email: [email protected] Find me on social media to share your revival story!

Life doesn’t usually fall apart all at once…it just slowly fills up.In this episode, I’m sharing what I call the “garden killers”, the things that quietly take over your time, your energy, and your focus until there’s no room left for what matters most.For me, this wasn’t about doing anything wrong.I was busy doing good things, life was full.But in the middle of it, I kept sensing something I couldn’t ignore.A quiet whisper that stopped me:“There’s no room for me here.”“Will you make room for me?”That’s what got my attention.In this episode, I walk through the three things that were crowding my life:distractiondisconnectionand doing too many thingsNot the obvious “bad” things, the subtle ones, even the good things, that slowly take over.If your life feels full but something still feels off, this will help you slow down, take an honest look, and start making room again.

If something feels off in your faith, you’re not crazy, and you’re not alone.This isn’t about doing more or getting it right.It’s about coming back.In this episode, I’m sharing a personal moment that changed everything for me, and the simple, honest shifts that brought me back to God in a real way.

I have a question for you: When was the last time your soul felt truly nourished? Not just "busy-productive," but on fire?If you feel cluttered, overwhelmed, and spiritually dehydrated, you aren't alone. Today, I’m sharing how a yard full of weeds became my wake-up call to the "real-life parable" we are all living.In this episode, we’re looking at what is actually choking out your peace and preventing you from thriving. Join me for some soul spring cleaning; let’s clear the distractions and get you back to the life you were created to live.It’s time to move from depleted to overflowing.

Most people don’t realize they’re in the wrong season… until everything starts feeling off.If life feels heavy, confusing, or not working as it used to—this might be why.Some seasons feel light, full, and full of growth.Others feel heavy, slow, confusing… or like everything is changing and nothing is working the way it used to.And if you’re honest?You might be trying to live like it’s summer… when your life is actually in winter.In this episode, we’re talking about how to recognize the season you’re in—and why that matters more than you think.Because what works in one season of life won’t always work in the next.And when we ignore that, we end up frustrated, overwhelmed, and stuck in survival mode.We’ll talk about:why life feels so different in certain seasonshow clutter builds up in your soul without you even realizing itthe difference between surviving and truly thrivingand how to begin decluttering your life from the inside outThis isn’t about fixing everything overnight.It’s about slowing down, paying attention, and learning how to care for your soul in the season you’re actually in—not the one you wish you were in.If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or like something just isn’t working anymore…this episode will help you understand why—and what to do next.Take a breath.You’re not behind.You’re just in a season.

You’re doing everything you’re supposed to do… showing up, giving, serving, pushing through—and yet you still feel exhausted, distracted, and heavy.If you’re honest, it feels like you’re living in survival mode.Wake up, get through the day, crash… and repeat.And somewhere deep down, there’s a quiet question:“Is this really all there is?”In this episode, we’re starting something new—a journey of decluttering your soul. Not your house. Not your schedule. You.Because the truth is, the exhaustion you feel isn’t just physical. It’s emotional. It’s mental. It’s spiritual. And most of us don’t even realize how much we’re carrying until we slow down long enough to feel it.I’m sharing my own season of feeling stuck, striving, and running on empty—and how God began to shift things, not through more doing… but through something deeper.This isn’t a quick fix.This isn’t a 5-step plan.This is an invitation to:slow downget honest about where you really areand begin making space for peace, clarity, and real renewalIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, numb, or like you’ve lost your energy and joy… this is for you.We’re not rushing this.We’re not fixing everything overnight.But this?This is where it starts.

If you feel exhausted all the time, this might be why.You’re not too busy—you’re too full.Hey friend,I want to talk to the woman who is doing a lot of good things, but still feels tired, stretched thin, and maybe even a little disconnected. That was me.My life looked full in all the right ways: family, work, ministry, and responsibilities. Nothing “bad”…just a lot.But in the middle of it, I kept hearing this quiet nudge:“There’s not enough room for Me here.”And I had to stop and ask myself…How did I get so full that there was no space left for what matters most?In this episode, we’re starting something new—a journey of decluttering your life, not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.We’re going to talk about:Why you feel overwhelmed even when you’re doing good thingsHow clutter builds without you even realizing itAnd where to begin if you know something needs to changeThis isn’t about a perfect plan or doing more.It’s about getting honest, slowing down, and making room again.And I’m going to ask you to do one simple thing today—just one:Take a real, unfiltered selfie. Don’t overthink it.Because if you stay with this and actually walk it out, you’re going to see a shift. And not just in your life—you’ll see it in your eyes.Let’s start here.Episode 61 | Nourish Your Soul Series

Do you ever sit in church and wonder, 'Is this actually what Jesus intended?'”It’s the Tuesday after Easter, and I’m asking the hard questions: What now? How did we get from the raw, bold, and selfless family of God in the Book of Acts to the version of "church" we see today? I’ll be honest—sometimes I’m challenged by the disconnect. I’m hungry for the power of the early church, not just the comfort of modern tradition.What was it about them that made them so different? The Holy Spirit, yes, but how did we get from there to where we are today, and what was the family culture? Oneness: Staying aligned when we don't look or think the same.Boldness: Stepping forward wherever God calls us to.Generosity: Living so that no one in the family goes in need.Courage: Showing up, moving forward, no matter what.Selflessness: Putting down "me" for the sake of "us."Love & Grace: The two filters that change everything.But how do we actually live this out? We can't unless we stay connected with the Lord and continually renew our minds to think like Him on things. This requires a surrendered life.Let's stop just "doing" church and start letting Him transform us from the inside out.

There are moments in life that change everything.And then… there’s the moment after.When the noise quiets down.The event is over.And you’re left sitting there thinking—now what?In this episode, we talk about the reality of transition—the kind that shifts your life in ways you didn’t expect and can’t undo.Because once something changes…you don’t go back.You move forward into something new.This is a conversation about:Learning how to live in the “in-between”Letting go of what wasGiving yourself grace in the adjustmentAnd staying real and present with God through it allIf you feel like life looks different and you’re not sure how to find your rhythm again—this episode will meet you right there.You don’t have to figure it all out today.Just take the next step.He’s with you in it.

"I knew her before, and I know her now. That woman has been marked."In this raw, personal episode, Dana Lyons explores the power of the "markings" we carry. From the physical scars of cancer and motherhood to the spiritual seal of the Holy Spirit, Dana shares how our deepest "broken" moments often become our greatest gifts.Drawing from the story of the Resurrection, Dana challenges us to stop hiding our scars and start seeing them as a testimony. Whether you’re celebrating Easter or navigating a hard season, learn how to let your life be a marking that points others to the hope of Jesus.Highlights include:Why "Broken" is Dana’s favorite word.The "Before and After" of a fully surrendered life.How to lean into God’s grace when you’re in a hard pivot.Subscribe and share this message with someone who needs to know their pain has a purpose.

If you were the only person on the planet, He still would have done it."Happy Good Friday. Today, I’m coming to you feeling a bit emotionally raw as I reflect on the staggering cost of our freedom. In this episode, I’m sharing a piece of my heart and my personal testimony—moving from an "intellectual" faith to a life of total surrender.Whether you are feeling burnt out, stuck, or just need a reminder of how much you are loved, I hope this encourages you to press in today. The price has been paid, the story is beautiful, and Sunday is coming.In this episode:My journey from "Sunday Christian" to total surrender in 2003.Putting ourselves in the shoes of the disciples on this heavy day.A wake-up call from Revelation 3: Choosing fire over being lukewarm.Why your "before and after" moments matter to God.

We all know the feeling of a house that's gotten too noisy and too cluttered, but have you ever stopped to realize your soul might be in the exact same condition? Today, I’m talking about why we get spiritually sluggish and how to give God "full access" to every room in our lives, even the ones we’ve kept locked.Is your spiritual house a little too crowded? In this episode, I’m leaning into my love for spring cleaning to talk about a different kind of mess—the noise and baggage that build up in our hearts over time. As we approach Easter, it’s the perfect time to ask: Does God actually feel "at home" in us, or have we pushed Him into a corner closet while we let bitterness and distractions take up all the space?Inside this episode, we discuss:The Spring Cleaning Alarm: Why this season is the ultimate reminder to refresh our surroundings and our spirits.Full Access vs. The Locked Closet: Getting honest about the areas of our lives where we’ve told God, "Do not enter."The "Power" Reality Check: A life-changing word I received about how our own clutter limits how powerfully He can work through us.Drowning Out the Noise: How to identify the "clutter" in your mind that is keeping you from hearing the one voice that matters.Preparing for the Wedding: What it means to be a "prepared bride" rather than a distracted one.If you’re feeling distracted, exhausted, or just ready for a fresh start, this conversation is your invitation to open the windows and clear out the junk. Let’s make some room for the miraculous.

We are constantly feeding our brains new information, but when was the last time you actually nourished your soul? I’m sharing a simple, powerful practice of "lingering" that can shift you from a state of high-alert anxiety back into a place of deep joy and strength.You can’t pour from an empty cup, and you certainly can’t fill a cup that’s moving too fast to catch the water. In this special "meditation" episode, I’m inviting you to step out of the swirl of rumors, stress, and unknowns to sit in the stillness for a moment. We aren't just talking about abstract ideas; I’m walking you through the exact breathing and thankfulness practice I used during my cancer journey to keep my peace up when everything else was crashing down.Inside this episode, we slow down to explore:The Joshua Effect: Learning the power of staying in the room and "lingering" long after the meeting is over.The Science of a Breath: How intentional breathing acts as a physical and spiritual reset for your nervous system.Beyond the Surface: A challenge to move past "shallow gratitude" and into the deep, honest thankfulness that changes your perspective.The "Backpack" Strategy: How to actually receive and take ownership of the grace and strength you’ve been given so you can use it later.Thirst and Hydration: Why your soul needs regular connection just as much as your body needs water.If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just plain tired, take this as your permission slip to stop. Let’s sit, breathe, and linger together.

I think sometimes we read historical stories and imagine that everyone involved had it all together, but that’s rarely the case. We’re digging into a moment when a group of close friends received earth-shattering news they couldn't wrap their heads around, and how that messy reality can actually give us a whole lot of peace today.You don’t have to know the whole story to trust the author. In this conversation, I’m doing something I love—placing myself right into the middle of the story to get a raw, human look at what was actually happening. We’re heading to a dinner table in Jerusalem where the guests were confused, awkward, and totally clueless about what was coming next.Inside this episode, we explore:The "Jersey Nod": How my roots helped me imagine the silent (and very human) communication between Peter and John.Hope, Courage, & Faith: My four pillars for every conversation and why being "right" is less important than moving forward.The Awkward Dinner Party: Imagining the stares and whispers when Jesus dropped a bombshell (and why we often feel the same in our own lives).Peter as a Mentor: Why I love the guy who asks too many questions and isn't afraid to look messy.The Power of "Not Yet": Learning to trust God’s timing when you’re stuck in a season of uncertainty.If you’re feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, or like you should be further along by now, this perspective shift is for you. We’re learning that a deep relationship doesn’t require us to have all the answers—it just requires us to show up with our questions.

If your best friend only talked about themselves and never asked how you were doing, that relationship wouldn’t last long, yet that’s exactly how I was treating my faith. Today, I’m sharing how "tiny bids for connection" saved me from a lukewarm life and helped me face my biggest fears.Stop trying to be a "perfect" person and just show up. In this episode, I’m getting honest about the emotional rollercoaster of publishing my book on cancer and why the "Good Christian" mask is actually keeping us from the peace we crave. We’re moving past the religious jargon to talk about the messy, beautiful reality of life—the curveballs, the pivots, and the scary unknowns.Inside the episode, we discuss:The Wizard of Oz Effect: Why we're often terrified of the very person who loves us most.Head Knowledge vs. Heart Trust: The 2003 shift that changed how I live my daily life.Tiny Bids for Connection: How 30 seconds of honesty can do more for your soul than an hour of "forced" quiet time.The Cancer Perspective: Why hard times make it easier to be real, and how to stay grounded when things are actually going well.Authentic Friendship: Why I don't want the "cleaned up" version of you—and why you don't need it to thrive.Whether you're facing a health crisis, a career pivot, or just feeling a bit "meh," this conversation is an invitation to breathe, trust, and finally be known.

I was saying it out loud—“I believe you, God. I believe you.”And then one day… He stopped me.Not harsh. Not condemning.But clear: “You believe me… but do you trust me?”That question hit deeper than I expected.In this episode, I’m sharing a real moment from my own life where God showed me the difference between believing He can… and actually trusting Him with what I’m walking through.As we head into Easter, this is something I’m still working out in real time.If you’ve ever said you trust God—but still find yourself holding on, overthinking, or carrying it all… you’re not alone.Take this back to Him. See what He says to you.

This is the final stop on Self-Care Island… and we’re ending with something that matters more than anything else we’ve talked about.Authenticity.Because real self-care isn’t just about rest, boundaries, or taking time for yourself—it’s about finally being honest about who you are.In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to:Stop trying to fit into someone else’s moldLet go of the fear of what people thinkReconnect with the version of you that may have been pushed down for yearsSo many of us have spent our lives being everything for everyone else… and somewhere along the way, we lost ourselves.But here’s the truth:Taking care of yourself starts with knowing yourself.And giving yourself permission to be you—fully, confidently, and without apology.If you’ve ever felt like you don’t even know who you are anymore…If you’ve been holding back your voice…If you’re ready to stop shrinking and start living honestly…This episode is for you.Let’s wrap this series the right way—by coming home to who you really are.#self-care, #women's health, #self-care island, #authenticity, self-growth, mid-life self-care, 

Today is episode 50 and International Women’s Day, and I wanted to take a moment to honor the women who shape our lives—mothers, mentors, friends, coworkers, and those who have encouraged and supported us along the way.But in this episode of the Healthy Self-Care Series, I also want to talk about something deeper.When most people think about self-care, they picture things like rest, a day off, a massage, or getting away for a while. Those things can be good, but real self-care often goes much deeper than that.Today I want to talk about a kind of self-care that doesn’t get discussed very often:Radical honesty.The kind of honesty where you pause long enough to ask yourself real questions about your spiritual life, your habits, your mindset, and the direction you’re heading.In this episode, I share part of my own story—how hitting rock bottom years ago forced me to get honest with God and with myself, and how that honesty became the turning point that changed everything.We’ll talk about:• Why honesty is one of the most overlooked forms of self-care• The difference between surface-level self-care and real transformation• How comparison and social media keep many women stuck behind masks• Why brokenness and vulnerability can become a doorway to growth• How getting honest with God can bring clarity, healing, and freedomIf you’ve been striving, exhausted from trying to hold everything together, or sensing that it’s time for a deeper reset in your life, this episode is for you.Sometimes the breakthrough we’re looking for doesn’t come from doing more.Sometimes it begins with the courage to simply be honest.Season 2 | Healthy Self-Care Series | Episode 50

Most women don’t struggle with knowing what to do…they struggle with doing it consistently.If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or like you can’t stay steady—this episode will meet you right there.We’re talking about the simple daily disciplines that actually help you:stay grounded when life feels chaotictake care of your spirit, mind, and bodybuild consistency without pressure or perfectionThis isn’t about rigid routines or doing more.It’s about small, daily rhythms that quietly change everything.Inside this episode, we’ll walk through:the habits shaping your life right nowwhy discipline is actually a form of self-caresimple practices you can start todayIf you’re tired of waiting for “someday” to take care of yourself…this is your starting point.Season 2 | Healthy Self-Care Series | Episode 49

I'm so tired." "I don't have enough time." If these are the phrases on repeat in your head, it’s time for an intentional pause.Host Dana Lions welcomes you back to the Get Well, Live Well, Thrive podcast to kick off a brand-new season focused on "Healthy Self-Care." This isn't another "how-to" list or a set of chores; it’s an invitation to "Self-Care Island"—a space designed for receiving, not doing.Highlights from this episode:Striving vs. Receiving: Why the hardest part of self-care is simply giving ourselves permission to show up.Soul Dehydration: How to recognize when you are more than just "tired."The Self-Care Island Visual: A 3-part visualization (The Chair, The Water, and The Circle) to help your body and spirit find a safe place to rest.Biblical Encouragement: A look at Isaiah 55 and why "coming and taking" is a gift, not a task.Your Challenge: This week, practice the 5-minute "check-in." When you feel depleted, use that as your alarm clock to head to your "chair" and receive.Season 2 | Healthy Self-Care Series | Episode 48Connect with Dana: Visit gritandgraceenterprises.com or email [email protected].

This is short and to the point. It's ok to try new things; in fact, we should. It's how we grow and learn. Some of those new things, though good, simply don't work out for a variety of reasons. The original name of this podcast is Get Well, Live Well & Thrive. I decided to broaden the name, and although I still could use it and I believe in it, it didn't feel like the right fit over time, so I made a U-turn and went back to the original name. The message remains the same, no matter the name, but I tried it, and it wasn't the right name or the right fit for me. I'm glad you're here. Make yourself at home and let's grow together. 

The world is loud, messy, and chaotic—and if we’re honest, it’s only getting more intense. But here’s the truth: I can’t fix the chaos around me, and neither can you. The only person I can truly steward, take ownership of, and change is the one I see in the mirror.In this episode, I’m slowing us down. I’m inviting you to step off the hamster wheel of stress, fear, and survival mode and take a few moments for yourself—to breathe, to quiet your soul, and to get grounded again. Call it meditation, devotion, self-care, or quiet time—it doesn’t matter what you name it. What matters is that you make space to pause and reset.I’ll walk you through what I’m calling The Ripple Effect—a reminder that every word we speak, every choice we make, and every attitude we carry creates ripples that reach our families, our friends, our communities, and the world around us. You don’t have to live a reactive and exhausted life. You get to choose your ripples.This episode is your permission to slow down, breathe deep, and remember: the greatest transformation starts with the person in the mirror.

Are you stuck staring at an old version of yourself—whether it’s a painful past or even a “best season” you’ve been trying to get back to? In this episode of the Set Her Free Podcast, Dana Lyons shares how freedom begins when you release the old version of you and step into the life God has for you today.Through her own story of chasing health goals, facing setbacks, and discovering new strength, Dana reminds us that you don’t have to “go back” to thrive. Your best days aren’t behind you—they’re still ahead.This is a hope-filled conversation for every woman who’s ready to stop looking backward, embrace who she is now, and boldly live free.

After a long pause, I’m back—and in this episode, I open up about what the last year has held: the highs and lows of recovery after cancer, writing new books, family milestones, and the deeper lessons I’ve been learning about freedom and growth.But at the heart of this conversation is one simple question: Are you stuck? Too often, we continue to stare at an old version of ourselves—the wounded child, the person who failed, the one who believed the lie—and we let her define who we are today.In this episode, I’ll share how to recognize the patterns that keep you circling the same mountain, the power of taking full ownership of your life—spirit, soul, and body, and how to finally shift your focus from the old you to the woman you are becoming.If you’ve been hitting invisible barriers, stuck in cycles, or just tired of living small, this episode will encourage you to break free, choose accountability, and step into the freedom that’s already yours.Key Takeaways from Are You Stuck?Freedom starts with ownership. Lasting change begins when you take full responsibility for your spirit, soul, and body.Check the mirror. Ask yourself: Am I staring at an old version of me? Too often, we live in the past instead of embracing the present truth.Change comes in layers. Growth isn’t a one-time fix; it’s a journey of peeling back layers and breaking through barriers step by step.Excuses keep us stuck. Owning your choices, failures, and patterns is the first step to moving forward.Your freedom impacts others. Getting unstuck isn’t just about you—it transforms your marriage, family, and future generations.For more episodes like this and to connect with Dana, go to: https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com/set-her-free-podcast/

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the Set Her Free podcast. I'm your host, Dana Lyons. Today, I want to shift our focus a bit but remain on a topic that's close to my heart. I want to discuss those moments in life when we face crises—moments when life throws unexpected challenges our way, requiring all our attention and energy. It's normal to experience these crises; we all encounter them. However, when these stressful periods extend beyond two or three weeks, we can find ourselves entering what I like to call "survival mode." During these times, we are often expending more energy than we have to spare, leading us to wake up feeling increasingly depleted. I hear it from many people: overwhelmed, cranky, exhausted, unfocused, and negative. These chronic issues affect us both mentally and physically.This leads me to share a story that I believe illustrates a valuable lesson. As someone who isn’t adept with cars, I’ve always relied on others—my family—who are skilled in that area. I know the basics, like getting an oil change, but I often avoid the details due to fear and insecurity. For instance, my son Justin faced a crisis while driving—his car was overheating. He wasn’t checking his dashboard regularly, which was a critical learning moment. It made me realize that just like cars, we need to check in with ourselves regularly. Frequent car maintenance can be analogous to self-care. I've noticed that when one car breaks down, others quickly follow, making it a stressful experience. My family isn’t one for trading in old cars; we typically drive them until they can’t go anymore, leading to scheduling nightmares with mechanics. One particular incident highlighted the importance of this analogy for me: my daughter took my car to the mechanic, who revealed some alarming news. I was over 20,000 miles overdue for an oil change! I reassured my daughter that this couldn't be possible, though we explored the possibility that my car—the one often used as a backup—may have been neglected in the process of caring for everyone else's vehicles. This scenario brought a significant revelation to light: as caregivers, we often prioritize everyone else’s needs over our own. How often do we forget to refuel ourselves, to engage in self-care? Think about it—when was the last time you took a moment for yourself, visited your doctor, or simply allowed yourself some downtime?Just as your car needs its oil changed to keep running smoothly, we need to recharge and refuel ourselves. Neglecting our own well-being not only affects us but also those around us. It's essential to recognize when we are running low and make adjustments before we face a breakdown.We all have moments when we feel overwhelmed and unfocused, and it’s important to take action before these issues accumulate. Create a habit of checking in on your "dashboard"—are you feeling balanced? Are your emotional and physical needs being met? So, as we wrap up today, I encourage each of you to reflect on your self-care practices. Just as we diligently maintain our cars, we must also prioritize our well-being. Take steps to ensure you are not running on empty. It’s time to find your balance and give yourself permission to refuel!Thank you for joining me today. I hope this story resonates with you and inspires you to prioritize your self-care. Until next time, take care! **Caring for Yourself: The Importance of Intentional Health Maintenance**It’s interesting how we often prioritize the health of our cars over our own well-being. Recently, I discovered that my car had over 20,000 miles since its last oil change, and the dipstick was completely dry. This shocked me; I had been neglecting to track my car’s maintenance while ensuring my family’s health. Just as we monitor o<

Welcome to the Set Her Free podcast! I'm Dana Lyons, your host. You may have noticed the podcast has a new name—formerly "Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive." While the title has changed, the essence remains the same. The core belief driving this podcast is freedom, a theme rooted in the idea that Christ set us free for an abundant life, which I equate with thriving.This podcast aims to explore the interconnectedness of our spirit, soul, and body. I'm passionate about holistic health, focusing on all aspects of our being because when one area suffers, it affects the others. My goal is to nurture a sense of community among women. Sharing our journeys and supporting one another is essential, and I believe we’re stronger together.Often, I engage in discussions with women about self-care, a topic that feels increasingly relevant as many face overwhelming life challenges. To those going through tough times—divorce, illness of a loved one, financial stress—this message is for you. If you find yourself in a long-term survival mode, where unrelenting difficulties leave you feeling depleted, it’s essential to prioritize your well-being. While we may feel compelled to serve others during tough times, neglecting our own health can lead to burnout and resentment.This episode serves as a reminder about healthy self-care. Many of us have been conditioned to prioritize others’ needs; we are often socialized to be caregivers or martyrs. While our capacity to support others is a gift, it can also become a burden if we take on more than we should. Healthy self-care is about stewardship—managing our spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health to thrive rather than just survive.When navigating self-care discussions, I often encounter concerns, particularly among women of faith. Some might feel guilty prioritizing self-care, convinced that doing so is selfish or goes against the teachings of putting others first. I acknowledge this tension, but I urge you to reconsider. Self-care is not about selfishness; it’s about ensuring we are in a healthy state to support others effectively.There's a critical balance to strike. While it’s important to manage our responsibilities, we must also be aware of our limits and the consequences of neglecting our own needs. If your own health declines, you become less able to care for others. I'd like to highlight two common perspectives among women of faith regarding self-care. Some may be overly legalistic, equating self-care with selfishness, while others might swing to the opposite end, disregarding their own needs entirely. It’s vital to find a middle ground—understanding that caring for oneself is not a rejection of faith or service to others, but rather a foundational piece that enables us to live out our calling more fully.As you reflect on your life, ask yourself, “How am I taking care of myself?” Healthy self-care practices can significantly vary from person to person, but they should encompass nurturing your spirit, soul, and body. This may mean engaging in prayer, seeking community, resting, or pursuing activities that bring you joy and fulfillment.Life can feel overwhelming and demanding. There will be seasons that challenge us deeply. It’s crucial to acknowledge these challenges but also to seek ways to sustain ourselves through them. When we ignore our needs, we risk spiraling into a cycle of exhaustion and disappointment.In conclusion, I encourage you not to neglect your well-being. Healthy self-care is vital for thriving in your life and supporting those you love. Let’s challenge the narrative that self-care is selfish and embrace it as an essential part of living freely and abundantly. Thank you for joining me today on the Set Her Free podcast. Remember, whatever you're going through, you don't have to do it alone—we're in thi

Good morning and welcome to the Set Her Free podcast. I'm Dana Lyons, your host. This podcast is about freedom and becoming unhindered—a mission that inspired me to change the name from "Get Well, Live Well and Thrive" to "Set Her Free." Thriving, to me, is synonymous with freedom.Today, I want to encourage you in your faith. We often know God is leading us to do something new or go somewhere new, yet we face challenges along the way. Life can feel like a classroom filled with obstacles, so if you know someone who is struggling or just needs a reminder, I encourage you to share this episode. My goal is to inspire and challenge you, as I face my battles in living free.I acknowledge that I can be my own biggest obstacle to freedom. The more I explore faith, the more I'm confronted with areas where I still need growth and healing. Life isn't about reaching perfection—it's about continuous growth and learning. We all have blind spots, and we may not see them until God reveals them to us. Recently, God challenged me to consider whether I truly loved myself enough to set me free.My focus is on helping women navigate these challenges because I believe we are stronger together. The enemy often tempts us to compare or compete with one another, but there's enough room for everyone to shine in their capacity. It's important to step into your spotlight and embrace the gifts and talents you've been given.I encourage you to take the time to share this message with someone who might need it. You never know how it could help them. If this episode resonates with you, I would appreciate your support through a review on your podcast platform. Reviews help more people find this content, which is my ultimate goal—helping others.Now, let's dive into today's discussion, based on Mark 4:35-41, where Jesus calms the storm. The story illustrates that we often find ourselves excited about where God is leading us, yet we can become paralyzed by the challenges that arise on our journey. We are often stuck in the "in-between"—the space between our current situation and where we want to go.Our minds tend to seek safety and comfort. In moments of uncertainty, we may create excuses or distractions rather than take steps toward our calling. Just as Thomas doubted, asking for proof, many of us find ourselves needing assurance during times of doubt. God isn’t intimidated by our doubts; they're an opportunity for deeper intimacy with Him and can lead to stronger faith and action.The narrative of Jesus calming the storm resonates with many of us. Whether you're facing a significant crisis or merely feeling overwhelmed by everyday challenges, every experience has a beginning, middle, and end. The "middle" can feel paralyzing, but it's important to remember there is hope and purpose in every season.As believers, we're all going to encounter storms in life. The important thing is not to freeze at the shoreline, afraid to step into the boat. Control freaks, in particular, must acknowledge that their own tendencies to be the biggest hindrance to their progress.Jesus told His disciples to get in the boat and cross the sea. It was nighttime, a time filled with uncertainty. Yet, He knew where they were headed. When a storm arose, the disciples were terrified, failing to remember the promise of their destination. Jesus, calm amid the chaos, asked them why they were afraid; their faith was tested.We often become anxious when challenges arise. Sometimes, we focus so much on the unpredictability of the journey that we forget the One who is guiding us. Jesus assures us he has the power to calm our storms, but we must trust Him.Believing in God means accepting that storms are a part of our journey. We can find grace and strength as we navigate through life's uncertain w

Spring is a season of renewal, making it the perfect time to shift our mindset and embrace a fresh perspective. In this episode of Set Her Free, we’re diving into the power of becoming our own best friend—learning to silence our inner critic, celebrate our unique journey, and uplift both ourselves and others.I share personal reflections on breaking free from negative self-talk, overcoming the habit of comparison, and choosing to compliment rather than criticize. Through daily affirmations, intentional self-care, and a focus on gratitude, we can step into a season of growth and confidence.Join me in this heartfelt conversation about embracing joy, recognizing the beauty in yourself and others, and cultivating a life filled with celebration instead of judgment. Let’s step into spring with renewed purpose, leaving behind what no longer serves us and making space for transformation.Tune in now, and let’s start this journey of self-renewal together! Share it with those best friends that are growing with you and alongside you. Let's grow together. #SetHerFreePodcast #SelfCare #SpringRenewal #SelfFriendship #PositiveSelfTalk #EmpowerWomen #CelebrateUniqueness #SelfLove #Mindfulness #Affirmations #GrowthJourney #ComparisonIsTheThiefOfJoy #EmbraceChange #SoulRevival #NurtureRelationships #CommunitySupport #WomenSupportingWomen #Positivity #JoyfulLiving #PersonalGrowth #Gratitude #MindBodySoul #HealthyHabits #LifeCelebrations #SupportiveCommunAmazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Welcome to the newly rebranded podcast! My name is Dana Lyons, and I'm thrilled to share this journey with you as we evolve together. While the podcast's name has changed, our core mission remains the same: fostering growth, transformation, and freedom, particularly for women aged 50 and over.Since my last podcast episode in October, I have taken some time to reflect and refresh. It was a pivotal year filled with personal changes and realizations about my life, work, and passions. Sometimes, pressing pause is essential for maintaining energy and focus, and that’s exactly what I did.Today, I find myself particularly inspired by women in their 50s to 60s—a time I believe is truly a gift.Initially, I approached aging with a negative mindset, thinking “growing old sucks.” However, I had a revelation that this narrative didn’t have to define my experience. There’s beauty and joy to be found in this life stage, and I want to help others find it too.Women in their 50s often become the most confident versions of themselves. Many are navigating transitions as children become independent, careers change, or personal goals shift. This can lead to a crisis of identity for some, but I believe it’s an exciting opportunity for renewal. It’s about embracing all parts of our lives, no longer defined solely by roles such as "mother" or "professional."As I work with women, I witness how often we hinder our own self-expression and growth, often remaining in the shadows. My heart is to help you step into your own spotlight and live authentically. Our discussions will center on themes of self-acceptance, personal freedom, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Engaging in self-growth isn’t a series of checkboxes; it’s a continuous journey.I’m excited to announce the creation of a private Facebook group to facilitate these discussions in a safe space. Here, we can share humbling moments and support each other while maintaining privacy. The Facebook group name is Set Her Free: No More Living Small. Also, we’re now active on Instagram, so don’t forget to connect with us there.Join me as we explore the beauty of living authentically and embracing our best days ahead. Together, we can challenge ourselves, share our highs and lows, and encourage one another to thrive in this vibrant stage of life. Our best years are not behind us; they are right in front of us. Welcome to this journey of joy and transformation! This is a space for connection and celebration, where we can support each other rather than compare ourselves. Living shoulder to shoulder is more fulfilling, and that's what we're created for.From this point forward, expect to hear from me regularly as I discuss a range of topics—everything, nothing, and everything in between. I have one request: please join our social platforms. We all know women who struggle with insecurity and need affirmation and encouragement. Many have never learned to embrace their own beauty or to give themselves permission to thrive. Just as we extend love and support to others, we must practice that for ourselves too. Loving yourself doesn’t mean becoming self-absorbed; it means giving yourself the same attention we often reserve for others.Thank you for being part of this journey. If this is your first time, I'm excited to share this experience with you! I’ll see you in our social groups, and until next time, take care! Transcript Notes:https://docs.google.com/document/d/14JwVRdFr7Xx2baGwfsmpGkw_XALZi7wV_rinf5f8Kgk/edit?tab=t.0Amazon

Sometimes, you have to take a moment to pause and listen before proceeding forward. We can't assume that we know it all. I sure don't and so today is an update episode. If you need to pause and step aside to listen and wait before you move ahead DO IT! Don't worry what anyone else thinks about it. Being in step with the Lord is the best place to be. Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

We spend so much time raising kids, working, managing a home, volunteering, and helping friends but how often do we play? Kids know how to do this well. It's so natural to them. When they need to do what their parents or teachers tell them to do they do it but when it's playtime they don't hesitate to go all in and play. They don't struggle to play. Why do we lose that as we get older? There's a time and place to play just like there is a time and place to work, volunteer, and get things done. Do you think Jesus took time to play? I think He did. Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Do you struggle with your weight and energy level? How about going to the gym? Is this something you hate or are intimidated by so you don't go? We know we have to care for our bodies but sometimes it's challenging and knowing exactly what to do is confusing for many. There's so much information out there that can leave you more frustrated and overwhelmed than when you started. Most people don't want to be in a gym, or log and measure out their food; they don't care about the science of it all but they do want and need help. Today, I am sharing five basic areas to focus on when taking care of our bodies.Fuel itHydrate/Refresh itSupport itMove itBe Kind to itIf you are looking for ways to better care for your body I hope you will join me.Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Love and generosity. These two things sound easy to do but will push us out of our comfort zones and are needed for healthy living. Join me as I talk about it today.Transcript:Hello, everyone, welcome back to the Get Well Live Well and Thrive podcast. My name is Dana Lyons, and I'm your host. And today I may be all over the place a little bit, I'm going to share some things. We are in the healthy self care series. Just so you know, I, I'm going to be wrapping up this series by the end of July. Right now we're in July 2024. And we have a few weeks left. And we're going to wrap this healthy self care series up at the end of the month. And we're going to go on to other things. And so welcome back, welcome to self care island, we're going to be talking about another part of what I think is required for what I like to call healthy self care. There is, you know, the world's way of doing self care, and it's a lot of self help, and it's all driven by self. But there is another way that I call what I call healthy self care in Christ. It's really the healthy self care series. And that is we do it spiritually, holistically, spirit, soul and body. And it's taking care of our whole selves. And I'm a full believer, we cannot give away what we don't have. And we truly will only love people by the way that we love God and love ourselves. And so often we could either live this life of going to this extreme of laying it all down for other people with not taking very much care, like ignoring our own needs in that, ignoring maybe the rest that we need, not being present in the moment, not keeping our priorities priority. But living a life of like survival mode, just going through the motions, because there's just so much coming at us. We don't feel like we could take time to just go, wait, hold on timeout, I need I do need to refresh because I'm on total depletion. And we just think we could continue to go like the Energizer bunny. But the truth is, even Christ took naps, even Christ went away to be with the Father, he said, Oh, there are all these needs. If you read scripture, he was always bombarded with the crowd. There are always people, if anybody knows what a busy life is, and the needs of so many, it was Christ. And if he could go away to be with the Father and have his own quiet time, so can we, to refresh, to refuel, to take a breather, to get re-energized so that we can go back and do all that he's called us to do, to be all that he called us to be. That's healthy self-care to me. And that's what I'm talking about. I'm not talking about let's bring self, like the self-help into the church. I can hear already a lot of people going, I don't know about that. That sounds pretty self, like self-help Dana, that's new agey. No, that's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about putting, making priorities priority. Because when I talk to so many and none of us are exempt to go, I'm so busy, I don't even have time to read my Bible. I'm so busy. I've got a ton on my plate on Sunday. I don't even have time to go to church. I'm so busy. I haven't prayed all week. And the truth is, I don't know if you've ever heard that, that phrase where it says seven days without prayer makes one week, meaning W-E-A-K, like if we're not refueling and we're not refreshing and keeping our priorities priority, we're not going to live this life very long for this life, very well, very, for very long because none of us are God. We have God in us, but we still live in this imperfect world with these bodies who are, that are continuing to age. And eventually these will die. And as Christians, we get to go to heaven and live with the Lord for eternity, but it's our soul and our spirit go to heaven. We'll get it. We'll get bodies, heavenly bodies that will live forever. But these bodies are breaking down. We call it clutter along the way. We don't have, you know, if Christ had to get away and he could take naps, so do we. And

Transcript:Hey, everyone, welcome back to the Get Well, Live Well & Thrive podcast. My name is Dana Lyons and I'm your host, and I want to welcome you back to self-care island. This is a time when we just set aside. It's a fun phrase we're using to set aside time for us just to take a little pause in our day. We're not going to multitask where we listen to this series. This is a series where I want you to be hyper-focused on yourself for a little bit. This is an average of maybe a half hour for each episode, and it's a time when we just grab our favorite drink, sit in our favorite chair, and pull it up. We're going to kick our shoes off, put them in the water, and we're going to relax just for a little bit. So welcome back. Today, we're going to talk about something that I have been learning how to do better and better. It affects all of us. I have not mastered this yet by any means, but we're going to talk about being present. I think this is the episode, I mean, yeah, episode six in the series called healthy self-care. And I think it is really important. I'm learning as I get older. It's just so important as I get healthier and healthier to be present in every moment of my day. I mean, we all struggle. There's nobody who can say, oh, I don't, I don't struggle at all with being present. I think if you live in the world today, we are all guilty of living distracted to some degree. Why? We have phones that can distract us. We multitask and do a million different things. And that actually is like the way of life. It seems it's our culture. We have, if we're women, and you're listening to me, you're a woman, we tend to do a million things at one time, right? You can hold a baby on the hip, cook dinner, talk on the telephone all the while, watch all your other kids are doing, answer your husband at the same time. And we're just doing things. And we can say we did all those things, but it doesn't necessarily mean that we are fully present in the task at hand at the moment that we're in. And so I want to talk about that a little bit today because it is an issue for all of us that we need to, I think some struggle with it more than others, but we all, nobody's exempt from being distracted in the world today. And I think to get healthier and healthier, we have to be more and more present. I just think it's so important. I recently was coaching somebody, and in a couple of her sessions, she actually did even mention, I was present. I mean, I was taking care of loved ones, but I was not present for years. We could go in what we call, what I call robot mode, where you just go, how many of you know, we can leave our house. I do this. I hate to admit this, but I do this quite often, especially with my youngest child. It's like, we have to go somewhere different today. We hop in the car and the minute you hit a certain street, you could go on autopilot. And every once in a while, she'll be like, where are you going? I'm like, actually, I don't know. You know what? I just, every time I get to that street, we always go this way because we go to this certain location. And I went in, I guess I just went in autopilot mode. I thought I was going there. I was like, all right, let me just turn around and I'll, you know how we do that. It's like something triggers us. We just do the same motion we've done. Every single time we hit that same corner. And I do that with driving, but we could do that in life as well. It's like, we know if somebody is talking, we could do a million different things. We could be meeting with a friend and yet carrying the stress of something that just happened right before. We could be out on a date with our spouse and yet our mind, it is in a million different directions. Wives and moms, you could be with our kids or maybe your job. And men, it could be pulled into, you know, work mode. I've caught my husband several times and I'll just be like, where are yo

Today I am talking about priority. If I asked you if taking care of yourself is important and should be a priority what would you say? Most, if not all of us would say yes. Healthy self-care is important. It doesn't matter what we say but do we do what we say is priority and important to us?No one does this perfectly all the time. There's no better time to start fresh than right now. I have a few suggestions to help you do that.Transcript:Hello, everyone. Welcome back to the Get Well, Live Well, & Thrive Podcast. My name is Dana Lyons and I'm your host. And I apologize, this is going on, I think it's at least a week since I put out my last episode and to tell you the truth, I've been doing some of my own more, giving some more attention to my own self-care and, but I want to welcome you back. Today I want to talk about priority. So welcome back to Self-Care Island. This is a series we're doing on healthy self-care. I think this is episode four in the series. And I just want to encourage you, go grab your drink if you haven't already, kick your shoes off and put them in this cute little imagination, a pool of water, whether it's a lake, a pool or the ocean, grab your chair. We're going to sit in and just relax together. Just imagine we're all sitting in a circle, just friend to friend, having some quality time, getting real with each other. Okay. I call it Self-Care Island because I just want it to be a time where we all get together, where you imagine we are just sitting friend to friend, taking some time to relax, to put aside our responsibilities, to put aside all the things that kind of weigh on us through the day and just go, Hey, I'm just going to sit here for just a little bit. Take time out. It's good to be in community. It's good to have accountability and just know one, first and foremost, whatever we talk about, just know you're not alone. Two, none of us have gotten this a hundred percent correct. The only one who is perfect is the Lord. So know that there's always room for all of us to improve and to grow. None of us really grow when we're in our comfort zones. But for now, I want you to sit in some comfort. I want you to just sit here, allow yourself to get uncomfortable, but feel comfortable in the process, knowing you're in good company because none of us gets this right all the time. So I've been doing that this week. I've, I've had my own challenges this week, to be honest, and I've had to care for myself a little extra this week. So I didn't put one out. Uh, I, I try to put one out every, I don't know, four or five days and I think I've gone over that. So here we are, we're going to talk about priority. And I didn't put one out because I had to make myself a priority. So let's talk about, if I asked you, do you think taking care of yourself should be a priority? Something you find value in? Do you think healthy self-care is a, should be a priority? If you had to take a written test, all of us, I think would say, sure. Yeah. I think it's, it's something that should be important to us and it is important. I mean, as parents, we teach our kids, take care of yourself, right? Brush your teeth, wash your face, eat a good breakfast, you know, do all the daily disciplines that we find valuable. We teach our kids to do. But if you have lived any amount of time, you have probably built some unhealthy disciplines in your life that if you were to look at on paper, you'd go, yeah, that's, that's not the best part. I'm not showing that that's a priority in my life. We can just all admit it. We go in and out of phases and maybe you've even, even, you know, found yourself looking in the mirror going, what the heck happened to you? Where did you go? And how did you even get here? I used to find some of these things a priority and I used to do them pretty well. And yet it's been years. Matter of fact, I don't even know where to begin. You know, like i

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive podcast. I’m Dana Lyons, your host, and today we’re continuing our series on Healthy Self-Care with episode three.Picture yourself on Self-Care Island, where I hope you're relaxed in your favorite chair with your favorite drink. If you’re multitasking, I encourage you to pause and take this time for yourself—you deserve it! If you’re out for a walk, I hope you enjoy the scenery while I share some insights on self-care.Today’s topic is boundaries. As I became healthier, I found it easier to set boundaries without feeling guilty. Establishing boundaries is not just about saying "no" to others; it's also about honoring our own needs and well-being.Let’s consider boundaries from a biblical perspective. God, who is a God of order, establishes boundaries out of love for creation. In the beginning, He created distinct boundaries: light and dark, land and sea. Even in the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve had freedom to enjoy the garden but were given boundaries regarding specific trees—a reflection of the freedom that lies within limits.Boundaries may seem restrictive at times, but they help maintain order and protect us. As good parents or caregivers, we set boundaries for the well-being of those we care for. For instance, we guide children away from danger to keep them safe. Boundaries, when established healthily, provide clarity and opportunities for growth.However, we must also recognize the less healthy side of boundaries. In my early years, I created barriers rather than boundaries; these were protective walls built out of fear or hurt, which often alienated others and led to harmful relationships. While healthy boundaries preserve relationships, unhealthy barriers can sever them.Reflecting on your own life, you may ask yourself whether your boundaries are healthy or stifling. Are they wishy-washy and blurred from insecurity? Many of us, like I did, may have gotten caught in cycles of codependency, adapting our lives around the behaviors of others rather than asserting our own needs.It’s essential to acknowledge past regrets without allowing them to define us. Instead of viewing ourselves as failures, let’s see these experiences as opportunities for learning. Today can be a fresh start—an opportunity to establish healthy boundaries that allow you to thrive.Through my journey over the past 20 years, what has helped me most in learning to create healthy boundaries is understanding my value. Recognizing your self-worth is the first step toward establishing boundaries that protect and empower you.As we explore the topic of boundaries further, let's remember that it's okay to seek help in understanding what healthy boundaries look like and how to implement them. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Reach out for support if needed.Moving forward, I invite you to think about your own boundaries. Are they allowing you to thrive, or are they keeping you stuck? As you begin this process, focus on what feels right for you. Establishing healthy boundaries is about communicating your needs clearly while also respecting others. Remember, learning to navigate boundaries takes time and practice.Today, choose to embrace the possibility of establishing boundaries that foster healthy relationships, both with yourself and those around you. Let’s take this journey together toward better self-care and living well! Thank you for joining me today, and I look forward to our next discussion on how we can continue to thrive in life. Many of us struggle with self-worth, often fixating on our mistakes and failures, which can overshadow our sense of value. It's easy to conflate what we do with who we are, leading to feelings of inadequacy when we fall short. Yes, I make mistak

We can find ourselves in a rut at times. We all go through hard and challenging seasons that can leave us weary, discouraged, and overwhelmed, and before long we notice it's been years since we've enjoyed life like we want or used to. Is there an area of your life that has you feeling this way? You don't have to stay there. You can step out of that place and move forward if you want to.Today I am talking about giving ourselves permission to step out of those places of weariness and discouragement and start fully living today. We don't have to but we get to if we're willing to do whatever it takes to get there. It will require action on our part and permitting ourselves to leave it behind. Join me.Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Are you really hard on yourself? So often we’re kind and compassionate to others while we relentless push and beat ourselves up. Taking breaks and slowing down isn’t an options for many and yet it’s killing relationships, health, and hope. Today’s episode is all about showing compassion and being kind to ourselves. You can get off that hamster wheel. It’s not about deserving or earning it. This is healthy living. Join me. Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Are you worn out, tired, depleted, and feeling like you've got nothing left to give anyone but must keep going? In this series, we're going to dig into better caring for ourselves. You don't have to live on empty. You can step off that hamster wheel and do it differently.We can't give what we don't have. Most of the world lives on caffeine, naps, and a whole lot of fear, worry, and anxiety. I want to invite you to come on over and take some time to rest, receive, and learn how to do it differently. It is possible! For fun we're going to call this place Self-Care Island, so bring your sandals and your beach chair.Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Let's talk about fear today. We all feel it and can be paralyzed by it. Anxiety, worries, and a lot of our stress is all born out of fear.F-falseE-evidenceA-appearingR-realWhat are you focusing on? What are you staring at? Are you afraid of the future or what is ahead because of what is in your rearview mirror?Peace and freedom are all there waiting for you. Are you ready to break through the barrier of fear and press on to what's ahead for you? It's possible.Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

So today, I want to share with you four key areas of self-care that we can focus on to improve our overall health and well-being. These areas include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual self-care.Starting with physical self-care, it's important to remember that our bodies are temples and we must treat them with respect. This includes eating a balanced diet, staying hydrated, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and avoiding harmful substances like drugs and alcohol. Taking care of our physical health is essential for our overall well-being.Next, mental self-care is just as important. Our minds need rest and relaxation to function properly. This may include practicing mindfulness, meditation, journaling, or engaging in activities that bring us joy and peace. It's crucial to prioritize mental health and take breaks when needed to recharge and refresh our minds.Emotional self-care involves acknowledging and expressing our feelings healthily. This may include seeking support from loved ones, seeing a therapist or counselor, practicing self-compassion, and setting boundaries with toxic relationships. It's important to prioritize emotional well-being and address unresolved issues to promote inner peace and balance.Lastly, spiritual self-care is essential for nurturing our soul and connecting with something greater than ourselves. This may involve prayer, meditation, attending religious services, or engaging in spiritual practices that align with our beliefs. Taking time for spiritual reflection can provide comfort, guidance, and a sense of purpose in life.In conclusion, self-care is not selfish, but necessary for maintaining overall health and well-being. By prioritizing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual self-care, we can better care for ourselves and thrive in all areas of our lives. Remember, it's never too late to start taking care of yourself and making your health a priority. Thank you for listening, and I hope these reminders inspire you to practice self-care and live a healthier, happier life. Wishing you all the best on your journey to wellness. Taking care of your emotions is just as important as taking care of your spirit and mind. How are you self-caring emotionally? Are you allowing yourself to feel your emotions or are you suppressing them? It's okay to feel sad, angry, happy, or any other emotion. It's a natural part of being human. But it's important to process and express these emotions in a healthy way. Are you talking to someone about how you feel, whether it's a friend, counselor, or mentor? It's important to have a support system that you can turn to when you need to vent or seek advice. Are you practicing self-compassion and self-love? It's important to treat yourself with kindness and forgiveness, just as you would treat a friend. Are you taking time for activities that bring you joy and fulfillment? Do you allow yourself to relax and do things that make you happy? It's important to prioritize your emotional well-being and take care of yourself in this aspect of your life. Remember that it's okay to not be okay sometimes, but it's important to take steps towards healing and self-care in order to become emotionally healthy. Being in touch with your emotions and taking steps to care for them is essential for your overall well-being. Lastly, let's talk about physical self-care. Your physical health is important as well. Are you taking care of your body by eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated? Your body is a temple, and it's important to treat it with respect and care. Are you going for regular check-ups and seeking medical attention when needed? It's important to prioritize your physical health and seek help when necessary. Are you practicing self-care in terms of grooming, hygiene, and relaxation? It's important to take care of your physical

Transcript Notes:  Hello, and welcome back to the Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive podcast. My name is Dana Lyons, and I'm your host here today. And today is Mother's Day, and I wanted to come on here to honor moms. So if you are a mom, happy Mother's Day. If you're a grandma or great-grandma or great-grandma and beyond, happy Mother's Day. A new mom, and maybe this is your first happy Mother's Day, but this also is not just for moms of children you have birthed. If you are a mentor, an aunt, a friend pouring into your friend's children, maybe you're an aunt by best friends, and maybe you're a mom spiritually to other people. I just want to say happy Mother's Day. I want to honor how you pour your life into someone else, because I think our life in Christ, it's about pouring into another, sharing and loving the person in front of you, those who are maybe just one little toe behind us in our walk in life. Or maybe it's into littles, who you just pour everything into them to love, support. It takes a village, in my opinion, it takes a village to live life. Maybe you're part of that village into another human being. I just want to honor you right now and just say thank you for all you do. Thank you for loving on other human beings. Thank you for giving your all and sacrificing, giving, supporting, and teaching. Thank you. To the teachers out there who maybe you are a mom, well, happy Mother's Day. But if you're not, but you pour into our kids, thank you. Happy Mother's Day. This doesn't have to just be about moms, but thank you for pouring into the next generation. Thank you for pouring into people. I'm so grateful. And on behalf of my own children to the teachers out there, if you are one that you have poured into my own child, thank you. Happy Mother's Day. Today, as I think about being a mom, I think it's one of the sweetest, greatest honors in my entire life. There's nothing ... I mean, I knew from a little girl on, I wanted to be a mom. It was other people thought about going on to college. They thought about careers. And I had little moments of like, ooh, I'd love to do that and whatever it was in the moment. I can't say I ever dreamed of ... I knew, I just never ... I never really dreamed about having a career per se. Like my youngest right now, she cannot wait to get into the business world. She wants to be a career woman. I can't say I ever had that. But the one thing I've always dreamed of and knew was that I wanted to be a mom. So as I thought about the honor I've had of being a mom to five and now grandmother to four, who just tickled my heart to death, I also thought of all the moms out there. And I just wanted to share some things that hit my heart that I wanted to remind you of that I think you already know. But from mom to mom, I want to encourage you with today. And guys, don't click me off here. You could take some of what I'm going to share today and apply this to your own life, because I think this is really for humans. If you pour into another, it's also about taking care of yourself. I want you to stick with me here, because maybe you can encourage the women in your life, but you also could take notes about your own life. So stick with me here. So I thought about my own life. So let me just tell you, I just want to take a quick minute. I'll tell you, I'm a mom of five, what I think are amazing human beings. They're all so incredibly different. I talk about often, not only with my kids, but also with other people is how, there are those families where you could look at them and they're like, oh yeah, they're from the same breed. Right? They all look alike. They all kind of act alike. They're just similar. And you're like, yep, that's that family. I don't have one of those families. Mine are all, when you look at them, are so incredibly different. They've got little pieces that are similar. You're like, oh, like you guys are similar here, but man, you are so po

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Life is filled with lots of twists, turns, and pivots along the way. We are always being prepared for something. Do you find yourself sensing change is coming? Are you in a season of transition? Do you feel like you are being asked to pivot? You are not alone. I am transitioning as we speak and some of the pivots I've had to take the last few months have been intense, challenging, and yet beautiful.Transition is going to happen. When it does, it will require us to surrender and let go of some things so that we can fully step into the new season and receive all that God has for us.Do you need some encouragement and reminders as you let go of one season and transition into a new one? I hope you will join me. Please share this with anyone you know who needs encouragementTranscript Notes:Hello, and welcome back to the Get Well, Live Well, and Thrive podcasts. My name is Dana Lyons, and I'm your host, and today I want to talk about transitions and pivots. That's right, transitions and pivots. You know why? I am in one of them, and so I want to talk to others who are in them, and if you're not in one, just remember this episode. You'll come back to listen to it again, because you know why? At some point you're going to go through one, because in life we go through many transitions with many pivots. See, there's all different kinds of transitions in life, right? You go from transitioning from, well, your mother's womb to the world. We go from life to death. We go from like childhood to adulthood. We go from, you know, teenage to adult. We go from being single to married. We go from school to having to get a job. We sometimes have transitions in our health. We have transitions where we live. I mean, there's all kinds of transitions. Marrieds to divorced or married to widowhood. Single to married. I mean, there's all kinds of transitions. Even Jesus went through a transition, and he went through more than one. He went from heaven, and he came here to earth, right? What a transition. He went from, you know, earth back to heaven. He went from earth to the grave. He went from, you know, growing up under his parents and learning, to then he was transitioning. He was baptized and went to the wilderness. Transition, period of time, to another season or a moment in time, and then he came out of that wilderness and transitioned or came out and turned and came back out and went, you know, into his ministry. I mean, there's just transitions all over the place. Some are easy. We just transition from one thing to the next. We could transition from, you know, one day to the next by going to sleep and waking up. There's an easy transition. So transitions are everywhere. Sometimes we, and then in those transitions, there are pivots along the way. What do I mean by that? The word pivot means to turn, to make a sharp turn or to turn a different way. I mean, you know, how many of you have found yourself in a place where you're like, wow, how the heck did I end up here? Or maybe you went through a transition and you're like, wow, I didn't think I'd ever be doing this, or I didn't think that I'd end up here, or I didn't see this coming. But life is filled with these transitions and these pivots. And we could transition, you know, we're, we are all going to go through transitions and we're all going to have pivots. And the question is, will we be open and willing to transition well? You know, I've gone through some transitions and changes in my life where I've kicked and screamed and I started that next season really rocky. It could have went smoother. I've gone into some transitions where I was grieving and in a ton of pain, which meant the beginning of the next season didn't start out so positive. It was rough. So we all have these different transitions. You have your own. Even spiritually, we have a transition,

Life can be hard, sometimes. We can fall for the lie that no matter what we do we'll fail. I felt like a failure most of my life until God taught me differently and today I want to encourage anyone feeling deflated and discouraged. As we transform our lives we get to release those lies we've been believing and rediscover who God says we are, and then in Christ, we get to redefine our lives one step and day at a time. Changing my perspective on failing dramatically helped me transform. I believe it will help you as well.Time Stamp:00:00:03 - Let's talk about Failure00:01:58 - Release Your Lies, Rediscover Who You Are in Christ, and Redefine Your Life00:10:50 - Confidence, Stable, Secure00:13:50 - Learn to Do Differently00:21:00 - Don't Stay Discouraged00:22:23 - Faith, Hope, and Love-Love Never FailsTranscript Notes:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aag_35lvv-JaVqNr4JlzAnreAyPPCrgUl6lytaRMCsE/edit?usp=sharingAmazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

Our words are powerful. They are for life or death. They build up or tear down. They either move towards intimacy and connection or division and destruction. What's coming out of your mouth? Too often we spit words out of our mouth without giving thought to what those words will do and where they will take us and our loved ones.Listen to the end. I'll share some practical tips on how to change your marriage, your family, and your life.Timestamps:00:00:03 - Words and We How We Use Them00:04:07 - Words are Everywhere and They Affect Everyone00:05:12 - Words Make a Huge Difference in Our Marriage00:11:07 - Words of Anger00:19:23 - How to Speak to Your Spouse00:20:59 - Power Words in Relationships00:29:32 - Marriage and Football Games00:35:23 - Write Down Your Thoughts00:36:34 - Integrity and Legacy00:40:56 - Speak Life in Yourself TodayTranscript Notes:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oJssCc5yBWRK2lq2NRBYFDLPKgltOfnYhbGXB0mKjsw/edit?usp=sharingAmazonhttps://www.amazon.com/REVIVE-Declutter-Awaken-Spirit-Re-energize/dp/B0D2B3CPYF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RQYUTUDGN7LA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._lNESf8frBrA3IDooA_nzw.KfaGBKxkZor4Mu8ivTewCjDnA9R1gAcqC-cMr58_nvY&dib_tag=se&keywords=revive+dana+lyons&qid=1744936459&sprefix=revive+dana+lyon%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1Grit & Grace Enterpriseshttps://gritandgraceenterprises.com/podcast/The Lyons Grouphttps://thelyonsgroupconsulting.com/

What if everything we’ve talked about wasn’t something you have to do—but something you get to step into?In this final episode of the Do You Want to Get Well? series, we bring everything together.Not as a checklist. Not as pressure. But as an invitation. Because this journey was never about perfection. It’s about becoming.In this episode, we revisit the core principles:owning your partloving God and loving othersrenewing your mindchoosing thankfulnessand walking this out dailyBut more than that we talk about what it looks like to actually live it.To stop sitting on the sidelines. To stop waiting. To stop telling yourself “maybe someday.”And instead…-stand up-step forward-and walk it outBecause here’s the truth:You don’t have to stay stuck.You don’t have to keep going in circles.You don’t have to live half in and half out.You get to change.You get to grow.You get to become who you were created to be. And you don’t have to do it alone. God is with you—in every step, every decision, and every moment. If you’ve made it this far this is your reminder:-you’re not done-you haven’t failed-and it’s not too lateThis is your moment. Start today.

What do you do when life feels heavy… and nothing seems to be working?When you’ve tried everything, and you’re still tired, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next?In this episode, we come back to something simple—but powerful: thankfulness.Not when life is easy. Not when everything is going your way. But right in the middle of the struggle.I share a real-life moment from one of the hardest seasons—when stress, uncertainty, and pressure were high, and how one simple shift changed everything.We talk about:why thankfulness is a state of being, not just something you sayhow it shifts your mindset in real timewhy joy is directly connected to your level of thankfulnesswhat to do when you feel like you have nothing left to giveBecause sometimes…you don’t have the answersyou don’t have the strengthyou don’t even know what to prayBut you can always do this:-give thanksEven if it’s smallEven if it’s simpleEven if it’s all you haveBecause when you do, something shifts.Your perspective changes.Your heart softens.And your joy begins to come back. If you’ve been:overwhelmeddiscouragedor just worn outthis episode will meet you right where you are.Start here: just give thanks