The Godly Habits Podcast: Wellness for Christian Women Facing Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout

Dr. Mason & Brooklynn Howe
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The Godly Habits Podcast with Dr. Mason and Brooklynn Howe offers practical, relatable, and authentic wellness advice that is rooted in Scripture and backed by research. As a husband-and-wife duo, Dr. Mason and Brooklynn use their backgrounds in medicine, mental health, and biblical counseling to help Christian women navigate hard times like anxiety, stress, burnout, and overwhelm. They believe true wellness includes your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health—and that lasting change comes through a holistic grace-filled approach. That’s why this podcast aims to help you: Cut through the noise of wellness culture with faith-led clarity Renew your mind with biblical truth, not trends Break free from unhealthy habits like emotional eating, procrastination, or scrolling Build lasting, Christ-centered motivation so your “why” is rooted in purpose—not pressure Simplify your wellness routines with timesaving, science-backed strategies Create God-honoring rhythms that work in real-life seasons of stress, anxiety, or burnout Glorify God with your mind and body—and live the abundant life He designed for you If you're tired of one-size-fits-all advice or hollow Christian platitudes, and you’re craving real, faith-based conversations about anxiety, habits, stress, and whole-person wellness—this podcast will feel like chatting with a trusted friend over a cup of coffee, offering biblical hope, clarity, and practical support for your hardest seasons. 📩 Have a question, prayer request, or just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you! Email us anytime at contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com Legal Disclaimer: The Godly Habits Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor for professional mental health counseling or therapy. The content provided by Brooklynn Howe and Dr. Mason Howe reflects their personal and professional experience but does not constitute a provider-client or doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Mason Howe is a licensed medical doctor, but the information shared on this podcast is general in nature and should not be interpreted as individualized medical advice. Similarly, while Brooklynn Howe is trained in biblical counseling and coaching, nothing shared should be considered a substitute for working with a licensed mental health professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical or psychological advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.

  1. 5d ago

    40 | Simple Changes That Created More Peace and Purpose in Our Home: Making Room for God’s Purpose in your Marriage and Home

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 40 Does life feel full, stressful, or mentally cluttered even when the things filling your time aren’t necessarily bad? In this episode, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe share how limiting a few habits helped create more peace, purpose, joy, and freedom in their home—and a simple biblical framework to help you prayerfully discern what God may be inviting you to remove, limit, or realign. 💡 In This Episode: The questions Brooklynn and Mason used to discern what needed to change in their own homeWhy lasting change isn’t just about removing a habit, but replacing it with something aligned with God’s heartHow Scripture points us toward putting off old patterns and intentionally putting on what reflects Christ🌿 Quick Win Practice: You’ll be invited to prayerfully reflect on one area of your life that may be taking more than it gives—and consider one simple change that could create more room for peace, purpose, and what matters most. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced: Matthew 6:22–23 — What we take in through our eyes shapes what fills usEphesians 4:20–24 — Putting off the old self and putting on the newColossians 3:2 — Setting our minds on things aboveMatthew 12:43–45 — The danger of leaving what has been cleared out emptyIsaiah 41:10 — God strengthens, helps, and upholds usJohn 15:5 — Apart from Christ, we can do nothingEphesians 5:14–15 — Bringing things into the light and walking carefullyRelated Episodes: 2026 Habit and Motivation Building Steps: Episode 29: Healthy Accountability Episode 28: Overcome Obstacles Episode 27: Take Small Action Steps Episode 26: Create your SMART Goal Episode 25: Create your Motivation Episode 24: Determine your Wellness Focus Episode 23: Defining Holistic Goals 📬 Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  2. Aug 3

    39 | Train Your Body for God’s Glory: Improve Fitness and Energy Levels w/ Healthy Gym Alternatives

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 39 Do you feel stressed, tired, fatigued, or even lazy when it comes to exercise? Have you ever wanted to build healthier fitness habits but felt like you just couldn’t stay motivated? You’re not alone. Many Christian women carry the weight of exhaustion, overwhelm, or all-or-nothing thinking, wondering why healthy habits feel so difficult to maintain. In this episode of Godly Habits, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe share a faith-based, biblical perspective on movement, helping you redefine what exercise can look like, discover healthy gym alternatives, and build realistic habits that increase your energy, joy, and fitness without guilt or perfectionism. ⏱️ What You’ll Hear: Why the biggest barrier to movement may not be motivation at all.Practical examples of healthy gym alternatives that naturally fit into everyday life.How caring for your body can become an act of worship that honors God instead of another source of guilt. 🌿 Quick Win Practice: This week’s practice is designed to help you identify one mindset that’s been keeping you stuck and begin creating a healthier definition of movement that fits your current season of life.  📖 Bible Verses Referenced: 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 — Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and belong to God. Related Episodes: 2026 Habit Building Steps: Episode 29: Healthy Accountability Episode 28: Overcome Obstacles Episode 27: Take Small Action Steps Episode 26: Create your SMART Goal Episode 25: Create your Motivation Episode 24: Determine your Wellness Focus Episode 23: Defining Holistic Goals Recipe: Favorite Summer Drink -6 oz club soda -juice from half a lemon -herbs on top (we like basil or rosemary) Ice Tray for Pesto Cube: Click here  Pesto Recipe: Click here 📬 Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  3. Jul 20

    38 | Overcoming Loneliness: Biblical Hope for Christian Women and the Habit of Healing Through Authentic Community

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 38 Do you feel lonely, misunderstood, or isolated? Maybe you’ve wondered if your loneliness means something is wrong with your faith, or even something is wrong with you. You’re not alone. In this episode of Godly Habits, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe explore the loneliness epidemic through both a biblical and medical lens. Together, they discuss why authentic community matters, how loneliness affects our emotional, spiritual, and physical health, and how to take gentle, practical steps toward healing and meaningful connection. If you’ve been feeling unseen, weighed down, or hesitant to let people in after being hurt, we pray this conversation brings clarity, hope, and encouragement.  In This Episode: Why loneliness is more than an emotion and how it can impact your physical healthCommon myths about loneliness that can keep Christian women stuck in isolationEncouragement to pursue authentic, Christ-centered community while honoring healthy boundariesPractical next steps for identifying barriers to connection and moving toward healing  What You’ll Hear: The difference between loneliness, isolation, and healthy boundaries—and why they matterWhy loneliness is not a sign that your faith is weak or that you are defectiveA biblical invitation to pursue healing through authentic community, one safe step at a time 🌿 Quick Win Practice: This week’s Quick Win will help you gently identify what may be contributing to your loneliness and encourage you to take one intentional step toward meaningful connection. Whether your barrier is physical, emotional, or relational, this simple practice is designed to bring clarity, hope, and a practical path forward without overwhelming you. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced: Genesis 2 – God declares it is not good for man to be aloneIsaiah 53:3 – Jesus was despised, rejected, and deeply acquainted with sufferingPsalm 22 – Jesus echoes David’s words of anguish from the crossEphesians 2:10 – We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works1 Peter 2:9 – Our identity as God’s chosen people and royal priesthood 📚 Articles & Research Referenced: American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).UCLA Three-Item Loneliness Scale – Brief screening tool discussed during the episode.   📬 Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you. 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  4. Jul 6

    37 | Trusting God with Your Calling: The Habit of Faithful Obedience Despite Fear

    Send us Fan Mail EPISODE 37 Do you feel stuck in fear, self-doubt, insecurity, or hesitation because you are worried about what other people might think or because you do not feel qualified for what God has placed in front of you? In this one year anniversary episode of Godly Habits, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe talk about trusting God with your calling, taking the next faithful step, and remembering that other people’s opinions, your own insecurities, and difficult circumstances cannot stop God’s purpose when you are faithfully obeying Him. In This Episode: • How David’s story reminds us that other people’s opinions do not determine God’s calling • How Moses’ story shows us what to do when fear, doubt, and insecurity feel louder than faith • Why confidence in Christ is not about feeling qualified, but trusting that God is with you • Encouragement to be faithful with what is in your hands and trust God with what is in His What You’ll Hear: • Why fear of approval, comparison, and discouragement can make you hesitate in obedience • How God used ordinary tools in David and Moses’ hands for His extraordinary purposes • A gentle reminder to take the next faithful step, even when you feel unqualified  Quick Win Practice: This week, pause and notice what God has already placed in your hands. You do not have to have the whole plan figured out, feel perfectly confident, or wait until everyone approves. Just ask God to help you take the next faithful step with courage, peace, and trust in Him. Bible Verses Referenced: • 1 Samuel 16:3 to 13: Samuel anoints David and God looks at the heart • Exodus 2: Moses’ early life, rescue, exile, marriage, and preparation • Exodus 3: God calls Moses through the burning bush • Exodus 4:1 to 13: Moses wrestles with fear, insecurity, and feeling unqualified • Acts 7:22: Moses was educated and powerful in speech and action • 1 Samuel 10:7: Do what your hand finds to do, for God is with you 📬 Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  5. Jun 22

    36 | How to Get the Most Out of Counseling: 3 Habits That Support Healing

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 36 Have you ever wondered if counseling is actually helping? Maybe you’ve been showing up, doing the work, and trying to trust the process, but you’re still wondering if it’s worth the time, money, and energy. In this episode of Godly Habits, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe share three practical, faith based habits that can help you get the most out of counseling and other helping relationships. You’ll learn how to keep God at the center of your healing journey, take ownership of the parts that belong to you, and use wisdom and discernment as you navigate the process. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unsure, overwhelmed, or discouraged, this conversation will offer hope, clarity, and encouragement for your next step. What You’ll Hear: • Why healing often takes longer than we expect and how unrealistic expectations can leave us discouraged • Three practical habits that can support growth, healing, and lasting change between sessions • How to use wisdom and discernment when deciding if a helping relationship is a good fit Quick Win Practice: This week’s reflection will help you identify one area of your healing journey where God may be inviting you to take your next faithful step. Sometimes growth is less about doing more and more about trusting God with what is already in front of us. This simple practice can help bring clarity, confidence, and direction as you move forward. Bible Verses Referenced: • Proverbs 16:3 — Committing our plans and activities to the Lord • Isaiah 41:10 — God as our strength, help, and support • Revelation 21:6–7 — Hope and redemption in the midst of suffering • James 1:5 — Asking God for wisdom and discernment Related Episodes: • 33 | Is It Okay to Get Help? Permission to Seek Support • 34 | Asking for Help Is Hard: Take Your Next Step With Wisdom and Discernment • 35 | Surrendering to God Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for encouragement, practical faith based wellness tips, and Christ centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  6. Jun 2

    35 | Daily Surrender to God: A 5-Step Christian Habit That Can Help You Surrender Control To God (Replay)

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 35 (Encore Episode) Are you struggling with control, worry, and endless what-ifs? In this episode, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason share five practical, biblical steps they have practiced to release control, stop gripping so tightly, and practice daily surrender. If you’re tired of spiraling and ready to trust God with your future, this episode will help you to move in that direction. What You’ll Hear Why questioning God is not irreverent, and how Scripture models honest wrestling with HimThe difference between productive worry and unproductive worrySigns you may be struggling with control issues (and how they affect body, mind, and spirit)Mason and Brooklynn’s personal stories of surrender, including foster care and daily anxietiesA simple 5-step framework (inspired by David’s laments in the Psalms) to release your fears and build the habit of trust📬Need Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you. 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com Quick Win Habit Practice A 5-Step Surrender Framework (inspired by the Psalms) References Episode 9 (Agency and Habits)Psalm 13, 42, 55 (David’s laments)Lamentations 1–3Genesis 1:26–31 (God-given dominion and agency)Matthew 26:39 (Jesus in Gethsemane)Hebrews 4:16 (approach God’s throne boldly)Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  7. May 19

    34 | Asking for Help Is Hard: Take Your Next Step With Wisdom and Discernment

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 34 Does asking for help feel hard, overwhelming, or emotionally complicated? In this episode of The Godly Habits Podcast, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe share a grounded, faith-based conversation about taking your next step toward healing with wisdom and discernment. They talk honestly about first appointment jitters, fear of being misunderstood, safe support, and how to approach counseling and therapy without pressure, guilt, or losing sight of Jesus as our ultimate Counselor. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support. ⏱️ What You’ll Hear: Why asking for help can feel emotionally overwhelming and difficultHonest conversation about first appointment nerves, counseling, boundaries, and finding safe supportA biblical perspective on healing, discernment, and Jesus as our ultimate Counselor🌿 Quick Win Practice: This week’s reflection practice is designed to help you slow down and think through what safe, healthy support could look like for you in this season. If asking for help has felt intimidating or emotionally heavy, this gentle exercise may help you approach your next step with more clarity, wisdom, and grounded expectations. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced: James 5:16 — confessing struggles and praying for one another for healingRomans 12:2 — transformation through the renewing of the mind2 Corinthians 1:3–4 — comforting others with the comfort we’ve received from GodGenesis 3 — shame, hiding, and isolation after the fallEcclesiastes 4:9–10 — support and strength through communityProverbs 11:14 — wisdom and safety found in wise counselReferences: https://christiancareconnect.com  https://www.psychologytoday.com Related Episodes: 33 | Is It Okay to Get Help or Go to Therapy? For the Christian Woman Who Feels Stuck, Guilty, or Unsure📬 Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

  8. May 4

    33 | Is It Okay to Get Help or Go to Therapy? For the Christian Woman Who Feels Stuck, Guilty, or Unsure

    Send us Fan Mail EPISODE 33 Do you feel stuck, unsure, or even guilty when you think about getting help? Maybe part of you wonders if you should just be able to handle it on your own—or if reaching out means something is wrong with your faith. In this episode of Godly Habits, Brooklynn and Dr. Mason Howe gently walk through what it can look like to get help as a Christian. You’ll hear how support can look in different forms, why struggling to reach out for help is so common, and how seeking help can open the door to healing, peace, and clarity—without guilt or pressure. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support. What You’ll Hear: Why feeling stuck, hesitant, or guilty about getting help is more common than you thinkHow support (therapy, counseling, community, or pastoral care) can help you see what you may not be able to see on your ownA biblical perspective on seeking help and how it can support healing, growth, and ChristlikenessQuick Win Practice: If you’ve been unsure about reaching out for help, this episode invites you into a simple moment of reflection that can bring clarity and peace without pressure. You’ll walk away with a gentle way to consider your next step—one that feels safe, grounded, and aligned with your faith.  Bible Verses Referenced: James 5:16 — confessing and praying with others as a pathway to healingRomans 12:2 — being transformed by the renewing of your mind2 Corinthians 1:3–4 — receiving comfort from God and extending it to othersRelated Episodes: Episode 32 | Peace and Hope for Struggling Christian Women: Finding Jesus in DepressionLinks Referenced: https://christiancareconnect.com/ Want Prayer? Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you: 📧 contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com Don’t Miss an Episode: Subscribe to The Godly Habits Podcast for weekly encouragement, practical faith-based wellness tips, and Christ-centered tools for real life. Legal Disclaimer:   This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.

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The Godly Habits Podcast with Dr. Mason and Brooklynn Howe offers practical, relatable, and authentic wellness advice that is rooted in Scripture and backed by research. As a husband-and-wife duo, Dr. Mason and Brooklynn use their backgrounds in medicine, mental health, and biblical counseling to help Christian women navigate hard times like anxiety, stress, burnout, and overwhelm. They believe true wellness includes your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health—and that lasting change comes through a holistic grace-filled approach. That’s why this podcast aims to help you: Cut through the noise of wellness culture with faith-led clarity Renew your mind with biblical truth, not trends Break free from unhealthy habits like emotional eating, procrastination, or scrolling Build lasting, Christ-centered motivation so your “why” is rooted in purpose—not pressure Simplify your wellness routines with timesaving, science-backed strategies Create God-honoring rhythms that work in real-life seasons of stress, anxiety, or burnout Glorify God with your mind and body—and live the abundant life He designed for you If you're tired of one-size-fits-all advice or hollow Christian platitudes, and you’re craving real, faith-based conversations about anxiety, habits, stress, and whole-person wellness—this podcast will feel like chatting with a trusted friend over a cup of coffee, offering biblical hope, clarity, and practical support for your hardest seasons. 📩 Have a question, prayer request, or just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you! Email us anytime at contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com Legal Disclaimer: The Godly Habits Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor for professional mental health counseling or therapy. The content provided by Brooklynn Howe and Dr. Mason Howe reflects their personal and professional experience but does not constitute a provider-client or doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Mason Howe is a licensed medical doctor, but the information shared on this podcast is general in nature and should not be interpreted as individualized medical advice. Similarly, while Brooklynn Howe is trained in biblical counseling and coaching, nothing shared should be considered a substitute for working with a licensed mental health professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical or psychological advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.

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