Thriving in Christ | Christian Women, Self-care, High Level Performance, Balance, Stress, Grief, Burnout Ioana Popa, MD, BCC, MTS, Spiritual Care Life Coach, Trainer, Educator, Theologian, Physician-Psychiatrist, co-founder Team For The Soul®

Last week I shared about the significance of a Separate & Release routine in order for us to let go of the day effectively and 'put the cares of the world to the side,' as our Christian faith encourages us to do.

As a follow up, today I invite you to schedule some time for yourself, a pause in your day, to experience a Separate and Release contemplative practice and spend time with God and with a bible verse, to do just that.

And instead of listening on the go, I encourage you to set aside 10-15 minutes in your calendar. This time is for you to connect with yourself and God, to separate from the cares of the world.

God ultimately is the living waters, the one who's regenerating us from inside out every moment of the day, and at the same time, we need to co-create with Him, as He cannot move our body - we are the ones who need to take action.

I talk about this in more details in the RENEWAL BOOTCAMP & OPEN HOUSE 2-Days Event happening now inside of our private Thriving in Christ Community (not a FB group),

If you are not inside of this group and want to join, send me an email ASAP at Connect@TeamForTheSoul.com so I can share with you the details - the informatino is NOT public!

💡 NEWS: ALL my programs are going to experience a Major Programming Upgrade next week - with ongoing short inspirations, daily prayer, a Contemplative Practice and reflection time, to support all my students and clients on the journey as we continue to move past old conditionings and toward oneness with GOD (theosis).

So this is the last time I am offering my programs at the current price + Early Bird offering, so if you were thinking of joining any of the programs - this weekend is the TIME!

You can check out all the programs for Christian Women Professionals & Servant Leaders by clicking herehttps://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

I hope to see you inside the Renewal Bootcamp - 2-day free event and if you are ready, inside one of the programs!

May you be blessed abundantly and may God answer your prayers know and unknown!

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

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EPISODE MENTIONED 🎥 133 | Daily Renewal Blueprint for Christian Women: Release the Cares of the World | Dr. Ioana Popa

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As Christian professionals and servant leaders, it is common to have at the end of the day lingering worries, open mind loops, and unfinished inner conversations, 'running' in the background of our minds.

Many people do try to separate from them and unwind in the evening, but often partially or ineffectively.

Over time, 'unfinished business' accumulates and can lead to a sense of being on a 'treadmill of life,' to small and big addictions, a feeling of ineffective prayers, and possibly chronic stress and/or burnout unless it is properly separated at the end of each day.

In my own life, I missed a crucial step in my self-care: to separate from 'the cares of the world' effectively - which led to (surprise surprise) not just one burnout, but 2!

It is hopeful to know that there are steps to take to end the day and I am unpacking this in this short episode, so you don't have to wait any longer, but take some small steps today!

And I expand on this in the FREE event Renewal Bootcamp next week - so make sure you check below and sign up for it.

Ready to listen to this short episode? Click PLAY NOW.

🙏 P.S. FEW DAYS LEFT until the FREE RENEWAL BOOTCAMP & OPEN HOUSE Event - May 23 (Thurs) and May 24 (Fri) - inside of my private community (not a FB group). Make sure you sign up to be on my email list to receive the details on how to join.https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

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✝️ READY to invest in yourself and your self-care and grow in Christ? JOIN today GROWING IN CHRIST JOURNEY (GCJ) affordable online program, with monthly mini courses which you can do in the COMFORT of your home. AND, If you need a SCHOLARSHIP - just email me at connect@teamforthesoul.comhttps://www.teamforthesoul.com/Growing-in-Christ-TFOS-Program

✝️ If not ready yet for GCJ, get the Free - SEEDS OF RENEWAL Mini-course. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/7ZowFQSJ/checkout?coupon_code=RENEWALSEEDS100

✝️ If you are ready to go deeper in your growth with my help, check out the Christian Women Programs here:https://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

CONNECT with Dr. IoanaEmail: connect@teamforthesoul.com Website: https://teamforthesoul.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-christ-christian-women-self-care-balanceSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51lDXrSLvKeJNIMyszfiRB

DISCLAIMER:All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.

We grow up with many conditioned beliefs and stories, which many times turn out not to be true. In our desire to change and upgrade them, it is common to find ourselves at a crossroad: wanting to change our old beliefs with new ones, to only have a nagging feeling that they don't go away!

Then it is easy to feel a bit (or more) defeated and resign to the idea that 'things are just as they are, and I need to accept them.'

This is true for inner critical comments/beliefs, a sense of unshakeable imposter syndrome, intense perfectionism, self-doubting, etc.

And in time, this can erode our confidence, especially in unexpected moments, when we actually need to perform at a high level, either in our professional work, church, or home.

If this is you (or someone you know) - here is the good news! Old conditioned beliefs (and reactions) can be changed, once we understand first how they are formed.

In my 1:1 coaching and group coaching, we address this all the time, and it is so wonderful to see how my clients slowly but surely, shift into the true beliefs that God intends for them! Yes, it is possible.

In this episode, you're going to leave with the psychological understanding of how beliefs are formed and the steps to change them. You can do this too!

Are you ready? Click PLAY NOW.

🙏 P.S. Mark your calendars - May 23 (Thurs) and May 24 (Fri) for the FREE RENEWAL BOOTCAMP & OPEN HOUSE Event inside of my private community (not a FB group) - make sure you sign up to be on my email list to receive the details on how to join.https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

🌟 And if this episode and channel blesses you, leave us a FIVE STAR Review and DOWNLOAD the episodes you love, and SHARE IT with other Christian Women, as we don't know who might need this message today!

NEXT STEPS WITH DR. IOANA

✝️ READY to invest in yourself and your self-care and grow in Christ? JOIN today GROWING IN CHRIST JOURNEY (GCJ) affordable online program, with monthly mini courses which you can do in the COMFORT of your home. AND, If you need a SCHOLARSHIP - just email me at connect@teamforthesoul.comhttps://www.teamforthesoul.com/Growing-in-Christ-TFOS-Program

✝️ If not ready yet for GCJ, get the Free - SEEDS OF RENEWAL Mini-course. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/7ZowFQSJ/checkout?coupon_code=RENEWALSEEDS100

✝️ Want to get my WEEKLY short emails, updates, and special INVITATIONS? Join 'Thriving In Christ' Resources with Holistic Self-Care Habits for Professional Christian Women & Servant Leaders https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

✝️ If you are ready to go deeper in your growth with my help, check out the Christian Women Programs here:https://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

CONNECT with Dr. IoanaEmail: connect@teamforthesoul.com Website: https://teamforthesoul.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-christ-christian-women-self-care-balanceSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51lDXrSLvKeJNIMyszfiRB

DISCLAIMER:All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.

As Christians, we love to glorify God and share the transformative power of Christ in our lives with others. However, this can fall on 'deaf ears' sometimes, with others challenging our faith especially in our pluralistic society.

This can bring grief and can leave us Christians at a loss for words on how to share about our faith.

The good news is that there is a POWERFUL DISTINCTION that 'can move mountains,' which I address today in this episode, along with 3 STEPS that you can take in conversations with skeptical others.

And I will share my own journey of transformation many decades ago, from full-blown scientific skepticism to encountering the living God!

This will exemplify this distinction and the 3 steps that I was inadvertently taught by a priest way back in Romania.

And if you are celebrating Pascha (Easter) this Sunday - may you have a blessed Holy Friday and Resurrection!

Ready to discover this distinction and learn about the 3 Steps? Click PLAY NOW.

P.S. Mark your calendars - Free RENEWAL BOOTCAMP - OPEN HOUSE: 5/23/24 (Thurs) and 5/24/24 (Fri). To find out more, make sure you are on my email list so that you receive the details on how to join the group.

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

🌟 And if this episode and channel blesses you, leave us a FIVE STAR Review and DOWNLOAD the episodes you love, and SHARE IT with other Christian Women, as we don't know who might need this message today!

NEXT STEPS WITH DR. IOANA

✝️ READY to invest in yourself and your self-care and grow in Christ? JOIN today GROWING IN CHRIST JOURNEY (GCJ) affordable online program, with monthly mini-courses which you can do in the COMFORT of your home. AND, If you need a SCHOLARSHIP - just email me at connect@teamforthesoul.comhttps://www.teamforthesoul.com/Growing-in-Christ-TFOS-Program

✝️ If not ready yet for GCJ, get the Free - SEEDS OF RENEWAL Mini-course. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/7ZowFQSJ/checkout?coupon_code=RENEWALSEEDS100

✝️ Want to get my WEEKLY short emails, updates, and special INVITATIONS? Join 'Thriving In Christ' Resources with Holistic Self-Care Habits for Professional Christian Women & Servant Leaders https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

✝️ If you are ready to go deeper in your growth with my help, check out the Christian Women Programs here:https://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

CONNECT with Dr. IoanaEmail: connect@teamforthesoul.com Website: https://teamforthesoul.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-christ-christian-women-self-care-balanceSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51lDXrSLvKeJNIMyszfiRB

DISCLAIMER:All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.

If you are interested in looking at the creative process as part of your Regeneration and Self-care, plus learn more about IFS (Internal Family Systems) from a professional who practices it (and wrote about it), then this Renewal Conversation episode is for you!

I had the honor to interview again Joel Klepac LMFT-S, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, College Counselor, Artist and Writer.

In this episode, we explore Family Systems AND Internal Family Systems theories, alongside with many nuggets of wisdom (including how our attachment styles intersect with our relationship with God and church!)

Joel shares about his recent book touching on themes of suffering, growth in Christ, and hope through the lens of the art of Georges Rouault and IFS, so you won't want to miss it this episode.

Discover Joel's creative process, how he taps into a contemplative state for writing his book, and how art serves as a safe space for him to process his experiences. Click PLAY NOW.

Do you want to know more about Joel Klepac LMFT-S?☀️ Studied fine art painting at Asbury University ☀️ Has a master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling☀️ Trained and Specialized in Internal Family Systems (IFS)☀️ Trained in Nonviolent Communication (NVC) ☀️ Worked in Romania for 8+ years with children at risk and youth living on the street☀️ Works as a Counselor☀️ Worked in community mental health, a state psychiatric hospital and in a detention center setting providing psychotherapy and skills training☀️ Worked supporting neuro-diverse students and lead a support group for students with Dyslexia and/or ADHD

Check his websites here:📖 Book "Miserere Mei: A Journey of Self-Discovery through the Art of Georges Rouault"Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Miserere-Mei-Journey-Self-Discovery-through/dp/B0CNMYF2WS?ref_=ast_author_mpbB&N - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/miserere-mei-joel-klepac/1144389037;jsessionid=DA06A080B9957D0B4DD51C8038BB6C60.prodny_store02-atgap14Eight Day Books - https://www.eighthdaybooks.com/product/155736/Miserere-Mei-A-Journey-of-Self-Discovery-through-the-Art-of-Georges-Rouault🎨 Artist Website: https://www.joelklepac.com/ 👤 Therapist Website: https://jamklepac.wixsite.com/joelklepaccounseling📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelklepac/

Other resources he mentioned:📖 Bird by Bird - by Anne Lamott 📖 Orthodox Spirituality by Dumitriu Staniloae

🎥 Watch my previous Renewal Conversation with Joel - Episode 41 | Empathy or Compassion - Which One Can Prevent Burnout? https://youtu.be/jhH3P6-3lyc?si=CWmWxkSuTTluZr88

🟣 NEXT STEPS WITH DR. IOANA In April, I'm offering 3 FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to my course 'Environmental Design for Sustainable Habits.' Just email me at Connect@teamforthesoul.com and I will share with you the easy steps to apply.

✝️ READY to invest in yourself and your self-care and grow in Christ? Join today Growing in Christ Journey (GCJ) online program, with monthly minicourses which you can do in the comfort of your home. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/Growing-in-Christ-TFOS-Program

✝️ If not ready yet for GCJ, get the FREE - Seeds of Renewal Mini-course. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/7ZowFQSJ/checkout?coupon_code=RENEWALSEEDS100

✝️ Join FREE 'Thriving In Christ' Resources with Holistic Self-Care Habits for Professional Christian Women & Servant Leaders to get my weekly emails and updates,https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

✝️ Ready to go deeper in your growth with my help? Check out my Christian Women Programs here:https://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

CONNECT with Dr. IoanaEmail: connect@teamforthesoul.com Website: https://teamforthesoul.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-christ-christia

Many Christian women love to be servant leaders, give to others and nurture communities. At the same time, as they do this, they can get pulled into group dynamics such as 'conformity' and 'chameleon effect,' which dynamics, when they later try to take care of themselves and upgrade their habits, can pull them back into the old ways of being.

This can feel frustrating and it happens to many of us. There are many ways to change habits, but from my decades of trying to help people, I've selected only the strategies that are the easiest to implement, yielding the most results, while staying true to our Christian faith, along with science and psychology.

Most likely you are busy helping, leading, creating, supporting, managing, encouraging others, and if so, just like me, you want the quickest ways to upgrade your habits and do self-care, while you keep on giving to others like Christ.

So in this episode, I unpack one Central Step to take to your heart and implement daily in order to change & solidify your habits and break away from unhelpful conformity and follow Romans 12:2.

Ready to dive into this episode? Click PLAY NOW.

P.S. April is the month to Give Back, so I offer 3 FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to my course 'Environmental Design for Sustainable Habits.' I explain more in the episode about this course, which addresses exactly what I share today!

So I invite you to apply. Just email me at Connect@teamforthesoul.com and will share with you the easy steps.

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

Your sister in Christ, Dr. Ioana

🌟 And if this episode and channel blesses you, leave us a FIVE STAR Review and DOWNLOAD the episodes you love, and SHARE IT with other Christian Women, as we don't know who might need this message today!

NEXT STEPS - mentioned in the episode:

✝️ READY to invest in yourself and your self-care and grow in Christ? Join today this affordable program Growing in Christ Journey (GCJ) https://www.teamforthesoul.com/Growing-in-Christ-TFOS-Program

✝️ If not ready yet for GCJ, get the FREE - Seeds of Renewal Mini-course. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/7ZowFQSJ/checkout?coupon_code=RENEWALSEEDS100

✝️ Join FREE 'Thriving In Christ' Resources with Holistic Self-Care Habits for Professional Christian Women & Servant Leaders to get my weekly emails and updates,https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up

✝️ Ready to go deeper in your growth with my help? Check out my Christian Women Programs here:https://www.teamforthesoul.com/christian-women-programs

CONNECT with Dr. IoanaEmail: connect@teamforthesoul.com Website: https://teamforthesoul.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-christ-christian-women-self-care-balanceSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51lDXrSLvKeJNIMyszfiRB

DISCLAIMER:All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.