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What IS a hormone? A messenger? What does that even mean? When I think of hormones, I usually equate it with chaos. But does it have to be that way? And how is it that weird symptoms like ringing in my ears, itchy skin, and brain fog are connected to my hormones?

Justice does not bring those lost back to life. But it does hold those responsible for horrific crimes accountable, and hopefully acts as a deterrent for potential perpetrators of those crimes.

Do you ever get stuck in analysis paralysis? Does deciding what to keep and what to let go of completely stress you out? Same. In this episode, my guest Beth shares practical, doable tips that will actually help you tackle the spaces you’ve been avoiding. Because clutter isn’t just stuff - it’s postponed decisions. Read that again: clutter is postponed decisions. And listen… sometimes that junk drawer is an act of self-preservation. We need a place to delay decisions. But eventually, it catches up to us. The clutter builds, the overwhelm creeps in, and suddenly it’s affecting how we function and how we feel. Whether you love a super simple space like I do, or you’re more comfortable with a full, lived-in home, this isn’t about doing it “right.” It’s about learning how to make decisions that work for you.

A home can be a haven. A community can be a haven. Even a person can feel like a haven. A haven is a place of safety, rest, and protection—things many incarcerated women have rarely, if ever, experienced. In this episode, Linda and Deanna share how a 12-month sober living program creates that kind of safe haven for women transitioning out of jail. It offers more than a place to stay—it provides a true home where women can rest, heal, and begin again. Throughout their journey, Linda and her team walk alongside each woman as she slowly and steadily rebuilds her life. They address the often-overlooked barriers that can keep women stuck—things like court fees, fines, and the inability to regain a driver’s license. They also equip women with practical tools like budgeting and life skills that lay the foundation for long-term independence. But beyond all of that, they offer something even more powerful: community. Connection. Sisterhood. Because real healing doesn’t happen alone—and every woman deserves a safe place to start again. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572964925750 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_woman_podcast/ www.safehavenuc.org Captivating by John and Stasi Eldredge: https://a.co/d/0bUrxqma Experiencing God by Henry and Richard Blackaby: https://a.co/d/0bUrxqma

Is it enabling to give someone clean needles to shoot up? Is the best way to find God always in church? Is the man or woman begging on the street corner lazy? Is addiction a moral failure? Morgan and I confront these questions head on in today’s powerful conversation about what it really means to meet someone where they’re at. But that begs the question - Where ARE they? Where are the addicts in rural Tennessee? There is a unique stigma surrounding addiction in rural communities. Especially in the Bible belt. There’s a lot of pushback to harm reduction, medically assisted treatment, and using anything but faith in Jesus to recover from addiction. If reading that makes you uncomfortable, good! As Morgan told me during our conversation, we need to “get comfortable being uncomfortable.” And spoiler alert - Morgan is on fire for God. She’s not here to challenge your faith, but rather the actions that follow it. But do get comfortable while you listen to this episode. It’s one you don’t want to miss. The Purple Shirt People: https://www.voicesofhopemaryland.org/ WOMAN Socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572964925750 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_woman_podcast/