Really Growing Through It

Happy Ayyam-i-Ha!This episode is high energy so get ready! I've been reflecting on how it can be hard to remember and celebrate Baha'i holidays when living in a Christian-dominant society. Ayyam-i-Ha, especially for those of us without kids, often gets forgotten or minimized in this busy time of year. 2 months after the rush of Christmas and New Years, you may be feeling burnt out or unsure of how (or why) to celebrate Ayyam-i-Ha!Today I talk about the importance of building Ayyam-i-Ha traditions and putting effort into celebrating it, ideas for how you can bring the Ayyam-i-Ha vibes this year, and I'll discuss why Baha'u'llah has been so clear in giving us "these days outside of time" to be generous and joyful!Thanks for listening <3 Leave a 5 star review if this inspired you!

A few years ago I met a woman for coffee who was interested in the Baha’i faith. I think she ended up going to a book 1 and some events, but didn’t end up remaining in the community or declaring.A few months later, maybe even a year, I saw that she started posting about Jesus and Christianity. he wasn’t religious and I don't think she was raised Christian. But here she was, a devout Christian after being very interested in the Baha'i Faith. It made me wonder why Christianity was so attractive and not the Baha’i Faith? Obviously this was her spiritual journey, but I've seen this happen before. In this podcast I reflect on why the Baha'i Faith is unique from other religions in a way that may make it harder for seekers to easily explore and join the community. 

This episode is for all the young people who haven't peaked in college. I share about my unconventional college journey, going to community college and taking a medical withdrawal from school due to cancer. I haven't had the true college experince, choosing devotionals over parties and never finding my people at my University.Let me know if you can relate!

Happy New Year! Let's talk about what I'm bringing into 2026 and leaving in 2025 this January. Thank you SO much for listening<3 you can find me on instagram @nurturedwithisabel 

Hello friend!As a senior in college, Breezes of Confirmation hits different. Let's talk about pursuing education and careers that honor our talents and passion just like Musonda and Rose teach us. How can we ignore the noise of status and materialism that is often the first considerations when choosing our professions. I hope you enjoy this episode!  

I am so excited to introduce my bonus episodes!In between my usual scheduled programming, I am uploading meditation/prayer/reflection episodes. These will range in length, topic, and purpose in order to bring more guided meditations inspired by Baha'u'llah's Writings and Baha'i Prayers.In this 10 minute meditation, join me in a moment of quiet reflection to listen and receive a prayer, as well as share one yourself. This is a great one if you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed and don't have a lot of time. You can hold a moment of peace for just 10 minutes and connect to God<3Love Y'all! Let me know if you like these bonus meditations!

I have hestitated to make this episode for a little bit because it can be hard to talk to about religion when it comes to laws, judgements, and upholding principles. But I've been having conversations with friends and other Baha'i youth (or those no longer in the Faith) and their difficulty with perfectionist or purity culture in the Faith.I feel strongly that, while Baha'u'llah has given us laws to help us strive for a perfect and spritual humanity, the way we talk about laws with our children/teens, and with ourselves in our mind is can significantly influence the acceptance and grace we give ourselves or feel from others in walking this spiritual path. I hope this podcast resonates with you, friend. And remember that we're all growing through it together<3find me on instagram at @isabel.peirce or youtube @ isabel grace

Despite having what I would call "the best summer ever" filled with travel and friends, I personally experienced a significant amount of self-doubt and impostor syndrome, leaving me feeling deeply uncertain about my abilities and incompetent. This period, amplified by my emerging adulthood and the pressures I felt as a young woman—including prospective anxiety about the future and a constant feeling of needing to be perfect—led to much rumination and a cycle of self-criticism. As a Baháʼí, I even struggled with why I felt this way despite my spiritual beliefs. Let's talk about mindfulness and how it's proving to be the answer to the rising tides of anxiety throughout emerging adulthood.

Hello dear friend!I have been in a small rut (when am I not at this point?) and have recently found habits and mindset shifts to help me become more present and content. The secret? I am accepting the complexity of humans and detaching myself from the consumer expectations of society. Life is more than products, money, and -core. Let's explore your complexity and potential by reflecting on the documentary I am Pauli Murray and building habits that connect you with your true self.instagram: isabel.peirceyoutube: isabel grace

Episode Summary: For the past couple of years, I've been diving deep into a spiritual topic that isn't discussed enough: angels, the next world, and departed souls. I'm don't mean in a woo-woo or superstious way, but rather in tapping into what 'Abdu'l-Bahá describes as "the divine confirmation and heavenly powers". In this episode, I'm sharing how I've personally been feeling the power of the next world and the angels in my daily life, allowing me to more deeply see confirmations and draw on my intuition, fostering a greater trust in God and the universe. Join me as I explore how this profound connection can bring guidance and a sense of protection, even in the most everyday situations, and how you can start to lean into this powerful spiritual aid yourself.

Here's a personal life update after a month-long podcast hiatus! Let me tell you a little about my experience at ISGP (Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity) seminar and my Summer favorites. A significant portion of my update centers on her gender communications class, where I give an unplanned commentary on the second-wave feminist movement, and how we may be missing the point on modern feminism and equality of men and women.

In this episode of Really Growing Through It, I talk about navigating through periods of sadness and feeling out of control. I realized I might be experiencing spiritual perfectionism, feeling like I'm never good enough in my spiritual habits rather than just striving for excellence. I also explore how a lack of spirituality can contribute to anxiety and depression, as highlighted by Lisa Miller's research. This connects to the idea of our twofold purpose: the importance of nurturing our inner spiritual being alongside our outward doing or service. Ultimately, I found insight in remembering that finding God's love can be as simple as knowing it is already within me, not just through constant doing

Welcome to "Really Growing Through It" featuring the wonderful musician, Kiya Shahidi! Kiya takes us on his journey as a Baháʼí inspired artist, sharing insights from his album "Soul Frequency" and beyond. He speaks candidly about his path from feeling emotionally detached to embracing acceptance and presence, explaining how his faith and practices like meditation have been transformative. It's a heartfelt discussion about emotional health and growth, learning to process feelings, and how his art is deeply connected to his spiritual well-being. Join us for this inspiring conversation about trusting in God, letting go, and finding joy in a spiritual state.Find Kiya Here: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Fkgt3ofTrTeV3MUf5f4hd?si=rCyauB4YS8KSm3muKC4ivgInstagram https://www.instagram.com/kiyamusic_/

Ready for some vulnerable relationship tea? In this episode of Really Growing Through It, I reveal that I am in a long distance relationship! Let's chat about how this challenging experience is actually helping me grow personally and making the relationship stronger.I'm getting vulnerable about how I'm learning to be my own person outside of the relationship and a more independent individual within it. How do you move away from anxious tendencies by understanding stuff like differentiation and finding emotional autonomy?You'll hear about why I think commitment to the relationship itself is more important than being stuck in temporary sad feelings, and the importance of dreaming about the future together.Share this with a friend who is also in a long distance relationship!

What does true coherence look like? What framework is guiding your life? Are you acting out of your basic self -- your reactions and thoughts are guided by thought-out principles aligned with your values, or are you giving up your basic self for your pseudo-self -- your reactions and thoughts are influenced by the environment and people around you? How can we have more coherence in our lives?

One small shift changed everything. This week, I’m sharing my top 4 habits and the secret ingredient that helped me reset my mindset, reconnect with myself, and feel like a whole new person—in just 7 days.

Imagine being so rooted in who you are that nothing shakes your peace. Let’s break down differentiation of self—the key to emotional freedom, better boundaries, and more positive relationships. Together, we’ll explore what it really means to raise your emotional maturity, respond (not react) in relationships, and what it really means to process our emotions independently.

Recording after an emotional low point, I share my experience of "crashing out" due to the pressure of pursuing an honors thesis and the pressure of college expectations. Let's chat about how important it is to feel and release emotions through crying and self-compassion.