Carrying the Caregiver Cross- A lesson from Arthur Blessitt
Cheering Past Challenges
Today we will be discussing the life and legacy of Arthur Blessitt. He faced many challenges during his evangelical career, but did he let it stop him? No. Tune in to learn a little about his life, how God used him to impact others, and how he led many to faith through carrying a cross around the world. If you feel discouraged in your caregiving journey, just know you aren't alone. Let the story of Blessitt inspire you to keep going even when it feels like it's impossible. Arthur Blessitt bio is from Wikipedia:
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How Wes Huff Can Help You Be a Better Caregiver
Cheering Past Challenges
To check out more about Wes visit or check him out on YouTube. Today, we explore the vital role that faith plays in the caregiving journey. Caregiving can be both rewarding and challenging, and navigating this path often requires spiritual grounding. Join us as we discuss why faith matters, highlight the remarkable story of Wes Huff, and delve into the ways caregivers are evolving today. We also give you some Christian resources including Joseph Prince's The Healing Power of the Holy Communion and Rebecca Stewart's Unbinding Love: a guide for the caregiver who has nothing...
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Navigating a "Not Normal" Christmas: 3 Easy Steps for Caregivers
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In today's episode Rebecca will be outlining simple steps for you, the caregiver, to navigate Christmas. No matter the circumstances, God wants good things for you this Holiday Season. Lean into him and focus on your priorities. By outlining your top 3 Christmas priorities, you as the caregiver will feel like your needs are being met while trying to make everyone else's Christmas dreams come true. Are you feeling overwhelmed during a very special time? It's okay. However you feel during this season, we want you to know you are not alone! Don't be afraid to ask for help: -Find someone who...
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Death by a Thousand Paper Cuts- Little Grief with Author Jess Kayhart
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Topics discussed today: Who is Jess Kayhart? What is little grief? Examples Why it’s less socially acceptable It’s often dismissed by others and that makes us feel alone Then you have to figure out a way to be okay The Story of Job and how it relates Making space to figure out the emotion How to find a place where you can talk about the little grief Find people you trust Jennie Allen book How to be kind to ourselves When you’re sad… do this one thing Get Jess’s Weight Lift at home
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Nurturing Ourselves and Others During Sickness
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There's nothing like having a puking kid to make you feel out of control! Today's talk is about what to do when there is sickness in your house. Rebecca will talk you through it, step by step. Details include: Priorities during sickness How to prevent sickness from spreading A few simple tips to get your household running A reward at the end of the day for you! Specific prayers to pray over your loved ones when they are sick Thanks for listening! Below is a link to Flylady's crisis cleaning video:
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Havin' Fun While Cleaning Toilets- A book review on Mandy Arioto's Have More Fun Book
Cheering Past Challenges
Today's podcast discusses: Who is Mandy Arioto? A review of her book How to get your mind ready for change How to incorporate more fun in your life and why Why we struggle with fun Fake fun vs healthy fun Ways Rebecca has incorporated fun in her life Check out on youtube for cleaning inspo Thanks for listening to the podcast! We'll be back next Thursday with another book review.
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Hope for the Homeless
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Host Rebecca Stewart shares stories from her childhood: poverty, low income housing, suicide, and overcoming hard times. She shares scriptures that provide hope to the weary from the book of Job and the gospel of Matthew. If we all helped a little bit we would greatly impact the homeless population. The data shows over 54% of our homeless population in America have some sort of mental disorder. (RAND Institute) Please join Rebecca in fighting homelessness but simply subscribing to the podcast and leaving a review! Thank you, your contribution matters! Check out
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How You Can Evolve As a Caregiver
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Host Rebecca Stewart shares intimate details of taking care of her mother with Schizophrenia, the caregiver role, why it’s challenging, and ultimately what to do to have hope. Something new- Rebecca shares audio of her mother Elaine to show first hand the brain disease and what it is like. Other topics: How to be new in your caregiving How to put yourself first How to establish healthy boundaries How to use scripture for your foundation Psalm 10:14- God is the father of the fatherless God sees our pain How you can share your experience with others,...
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Nourishing Your Soul with Life Coach Melissa Schultz
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Who is Melissa? Melissa Schultz is passionate about helping women break through harmful mindsets that keep them from operating in alignment with who God called them to be so they can operate at God's pace of peace. In addition to being the director of Women with Purpose, Melissa is a mentor and coach for those she works with in her ministry. She and her husband Matt celebrated 30 years of marriage this past year and are the proud parents to their 2 adult children and their spouses. She enjoys spending time with family, spoiling her grandchildren, glamping, bike riding,...
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Getting over the Post Christmas Blues
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What does Ezekiel’s vision of God have to do with Post Christmas Stress? Are you feeling a little blue after the Christmas hustle and bustle? You are not alone. According to experts the "saddest week of the year" is the third week of January. January is the month we know the bills are starting to come in from our pre christmas shopping sprees. January typically in the midwest is dreary, dark, and grey. There can be lots of snow which is fun for the kids but not so fun for driving adults. January is long. What is there to look forward to? Valentines Day which is oh yeah can be another...
info_outlineBefore the Global Pandemic hit, we all lived crazy, busy lives. From getting the kids to school, to running errands for our business, to maintaining a healthy work-life balance at home, it was difficult to find time to replenish our soul. With all the time at home this past year, many of us have deepened our walk with God. However, now that the world is slowly going back to “normal”, it’s essential that we keep our daily devotion with the Holy Spirit.
This week, I am talking with Jennifer Hayes Yates about seeking God first in all that we do. Jennifer Hayes Yates is a wife, mama, writer, and speaker with an empty nest and a Southern accent. Having taught in Christian education for twenty-two years, she has a passion for communicating God’s truth and inspiring busy women to grow their faith one quiet moment with Jesus at a time.
Jennifer is now a blogger, best-selling author, and passionate speaker. Lover of all things Jesus, books, and coffee, she can be found in quiet corners or busy spaces, sipping lattes, studying commentaries, and chatting up strangers.
But she’s still just a small-town girl hoping to glorify God in all she writes and make a few disciples along the way.
As we discuss the importance of focusing on our relationship with God, Jennifer shares with us why Spiritual self-care is more important than simply going to the spa to unwind. Jennifer walks us through various scriptures to encourage us on our Faith Journey and how to create time with God.
Topics Discussed:
- How to connect with our bibles 15 minutes at a time
- Learning how to surrender to God
- Real soul care is starving the flesh and feeding your spirit
- Recognizing Proverbs 31 as principles rather a “perfect” woman to idolize
- Learning how to walk in the spirit in an authentic way
- Teaching people how to mature and grow in our faith
- Adjusting quiet time with the lord during a global pandemic
- Learning how to be intentional about growing from where you are
- Focusing on the relationship with God rather than a ritualistic routine
- Recognizing that a daily devotional is only a starting point
- The importance of accountability and community
- Getting creative with our quiet time with the lord
Connect with Jennifer Hayes Yates:
- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/505971433565577/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferhyates/
Connect with Rebecca Stewart:
- Website: https://cheeringpastchallenges.com
About Cheering Past Challenges Podcast:
Cheering Past Challenges is a community of individuals seeking to overcome past and current trauma by seeking spiritual solutions.
Join Host, Rebecca Stewart, as she shares her journey of taking care of her mother with Schizophrenia. By focusing on Mental Health & Wellness, Rebecca offers insight on how to care for your loved ones during the most difficult moments of their lives.
About Unbinding Love:
“Bring purpose to your life.”
Unbinding Love is a Christian Non-Fiction book that aims to provide hope for the caregiver/family member of someone who has Schizophrenia.
It is a heart guide of how to put yourself back on the to-do list, make the right priorities, and find yourself again so that you can thrive in your caregiving and bring purpose to your life.
Visit https://cheeringpastchallenges.com/unbinding-love/ to learn more!