Called and Curious

Ashriel Huber
  • 5.0 (13)
  • CHRISTIANITY
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Do you ever struggle with anxious thoughts, worries, or low states of mind? I've been there friend, but you’re not alone—there’s hope and a solution for your thoughts. You need a personal trainer to help you start transforming your thought patterns from cluttered, incapable, and unworthy to calm, clear, and confident!    Welcome to **Called and Curious**, the podcast created just for YOU—faith-filled women and mamas who are ready to break free from the chains of worry and anxiety. If you often feel overwhelmed, fearful, and anxious, know that you’re not alone. Life can feel like a whirlwind, and those cluttered thoughts can weigh you down.   But here’s the good news: when you have a personal trainer for your thought patterns, you have the power to transform your mind and reclaim your peace! On this podcast, we exercise our thoughts and bodies together each week to start taking your thoughts and life in a new direction. You can start to “work out” your thoughts to let God “work in” you to change how you think, feel, and act. You get the confidence to show up and shine for Christ as the fabulous kingdom-building woman you are!   Join me, Ashriel, the Personal Trainer for Thought Patterns, as we dive into the transformative **Love Moves** connective-thought framework. This simple yet powerful approach combines faith, love, and neuroscience to help you work out your thoughts daily, allowing God to work in your life.   In each episode, we get curious about the everyday situations we bump into that affect your thoughts, experiences, and behaviors. Together, we’ll explore situations and topics that matter to you—whether it’s battling self-doubt, post-event spiraling, or finding your true calling. Each week, you’ll receive a mini thought "work out" for that situation designed to help you shift from feeling cluttered and overwhelmed to finding calm, clarity, and confidence.   Imagine the compound effects of these weekly thought workouts! As you consistently engage in this process, you’ll notice:   ***A Shift from Cluttered to Calm:** Learn to recognize those pesky negative thoughts and replace them with uplifting, faith-driven truths that resonate in your heart. ***Empowered Living:** Feel the weight lift as you embrace a mindset that reflects your true worth and purpose in Christ. ***A Supportive Community:** Connect with other women who understand your journey, offering encouragement and shared experiences as we grow together.   This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a movement toward a more beautiful life—one thought at a time. Don’t let worry and anxiety dictate your days any longer! Tune in every week to Called and Curious, where you’ll find the support, education, and inspiration you need to grow better thoughts and cultivate a higher state of mind.   Subscribe now, and let’s go on this journey together—because you deserve to live a life filled with peace, purpose, and confidence. You’ve got this, and I’m here to help you every step of the way!    Let’s stay called, let’s stay curious, and let’s conquer our thoughts, our day, and our lives together--and do it for the glory of the one who's called us to more!

  1. 4D AGO

    Heavenly Makeover: “I’m Not Doing Enough” (Your Thought Makeover Moment)

    Have you ever wished you could just… ✨ spin the chair ✨ get the makeover ✨ and walk out thinking differently, feeling lighter, and finally at peace? But instead… you’re stuck with the same thought on repeat: 👉 “I’m not doing enough.” 👉 “I should be further by now.” 👉 “Why does this still feel so hard?” In this episode, we’re doing something different. We’re not just talking about the thought… ✨ We’re giving it a makeover—together. This is your first Heavenly Makeover, where we take a real, everyday thought that’s been weighing you down and gently shift it into something that actually brings peace. Because real transformation doesn’t usually happen in one dramatic chair spin moment… …but it can start with one small, intentional shift. 💛 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why certain thoughts keep coming back (and what they’re trying to do)How to notice your thought patterns without spiralingA simple 3-step “thought makeover” you can use in real lifeWhy trying harder hasn’t worked—and what actually doesHow to move from pressure → peace in everyday moments 🌿 The truth is… You don’t need to become a different person overnight. You just need a new way to work with the thoughts you’re already having. And that’s what this makeover is about. ✨ Want more of this? If this episode felt like something you needed… there’s more coming. I’ve been working on something behind the scenes that goes deeper into this— how to actually shift your thoughts using faith, love, and neuroscience so you can experience your life differently. 👉 Join the list + stay in the loop: You're invited...click HERE! 💌 And if this made you think of someone… Send it to her. Because sometimes, that’s exactly how love moves. Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    10 min

  2. MAR 24

    When a Woman Shows Herself Kindness: The Canary Island Rule

    When was the last time you were celebrated… not for pushing through, but for finally taking care of yourself? Not for doing more. Not for holding it all together. Not for being everything to everyone. Just for being kind to yourself. In the Canary Islands, there’s a tradition: when a woman shows herself a kindness, her sisters congratulate her. And something about that feels both beautiful… and a little unfamiliar. In this episode, we step into a powerful moment from Canary Island Song by Robin Jones Gunn and unpack why it stops so many women in their tracks. Together, we’ll explore what Scripture actually says about caring for yourself, how God designed your brain to respond to kindness, and why so many of us feel guilt in the very moments we need grace the most. Because maybe self-kindness isn’t selfish. Maybe it’s stewardship. Maybe it’s wisdom. Maybe it’s long overdue. And maybe it’s time to stop quietly expecting yourself to burn out… and start honoring the moments you choose to care. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a simple practice to try this week — one that just might help you walk away thinking: I feel so lovely. Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    13 min

  3. MAR 17

    Women Worth Knowing: Five Women Who Trusted God When It Was Hard

    Some stories deserve to be told again and again. In this episode of Called & Curious, we step into the lives of five remarkable women who trusted God when life was difficult, uncertain, and even heartbreaking. Their stories span generations and continents—from World War II Europe to the mountains of China to the Amazon rainforest. These women weren’t fearless. They weren’t perfect. But they trusted God with the next step. In this episode, you’ll hear the powerful stories of: Corrie ten Boom – who hid Jewish families during the Holocaust and later preached forgiveness around the worldGladys Aylward – a housemaid who followed God’s call to China and led more than 100 children to safety during wartimeElisabeth Elliot – who returned to the tribe that killed her husband and shared the gospel with themRobin Jones Gunn – whose stories helped shape the faith journeys of generations of young womenJackie Hill Perry – whose life was transformed through an encounter with ScriptureThese women remind us that courage rarely begins with a dramatic moment. More often, it begins with a quiet yes. If you’ve ever wondered what trusting God looks like in real life—especially when circumstances are hard—these stories will encourage you. Because courageous faith isn’t reserved for extraordinary people. It grows when ordinary people trust God one step at a time. In This Episode You'll Learn What trusting God looked like in the lives of five influential Christian womenHow faith grows through grief, uncertainty, and callingWhy storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we strengthen our faithWhat it might look like to trust God in your own life todayShare This Episode If this episode encouraged you, consider sharing it with a friend, a sister, or even listening to it with your daughter. Stories like these remind us that we’re part of a much bigger story of faith. Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    19 min

  4. MAR 10

    The Average Adult Laughs Only ~10 Times a Day… Can I Tell You a Joke?

    Feel a little flat lately? A little heavy? Like your zest for life quietly packed a bag and left? Here’s something wild: the average adult laughs only about 10–20 times a day. Kids? Hundreds. So what happened? In this playful, science-backed episode, we explore why your brain thrives on joy, how stress quietly dulls your spark, and why laughter might be one of the simplest ways to reset your nervous system. No productivity pressure.  No life overhaul.  Just humor, play, and a gentle brain boost you can feel in real time. So… can I tell you a joke? Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    19 min

  5. MAR 3

    Awkward Celebration Time! (Your Brain Needs This)

    Have you ever finished something hard… and then immediately moved on? No pause. No celebration. No “that mattered.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing but still somehow behind, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re talking about why celebration can feel awkward — and why your brain actually needs it. Because here’s the truth: Your mind is wired with a negativity bias. You’ll naturally replay what went wrong. You’ll rehearse what you wish you’d said differently. You’ll remember the birthday party you showed up to on the wrong day. (Yes… we’re going there. 😅) But positive moments? They fade in about 10–20 seconds unless you intentionally extend them. Which means if you don’t slow down and mark the win, your nervous system quietly files your growth under “normal Tuesday.” In this episode, you’ll learn: Why positive emotions fade so quickly (and what to do about it)How negativity bias affects your confidence and motivationWhat the Bible says about stacking “stones of remembrance” (hello, Joshua 4 👋)Why high-achievers often struggle to celebrateA simple 3-minute celebration reset you can practice this weekWe’re not talking about confetti cannons or forced positivity. We’re talking about the awkward, grounding, hand-over-heart kind of celebration. The kind that builds resilience. The kind that rewires your brain. The kind that reminds you who you’re becoming. So this week? Stack one stone a day. Pause. Take a breath. And say, “That mattered.” Because it did. Thanks for being here to celebrate episode 100 together... it means the world to me! Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    18 min

  6. FEB 24

    Belonging, Comparison, and the 99 Sheep

    Belonging, Comparison, and the 99 Sheep We all know the Parable of the Lost Sheep in Luke 15. We picture the one who wandered. The one who needed rescuing. The one who was found. But what about the ninety-nine? In this episode, we explore what it means to live as part of the 99 — the sheep who stayed. What does faith look like when you’re not in crisis? What happens in your heart and nervous system when someone else gets the rescue story? And how do we stay grounded when comparison quietly creeps in? Through Scripture, neuroscience, and an honest story about losing a favorite necklace, we’ll talk about: • The deeper meaning of Luke 15  • Belonging and comparison in everyday life  • Why safety doesn’t automatically create peace  • How faithfulness forms resilience  • What it means to trust the Shepherd when love moves Most of life is lived as the 99. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, quietly compared yourself to someone else, or wondered whether staying faithful matters — this episode is for you. And next week, we sit down together for Episode 100. There’s room on the couch. Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    14 min

  7. FEB 17

    You’re Not Undisciplined — You’re Dopamine-Trained

    You don’t lack discipline. You lack a pause. If you’ve ever felt called, convicted, or inspired… and then still scrolled, avoided, or procrastinated — this episode will change how you see yourself. Today we break down dopamine — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and explain why it quietly trains your habits, your attention, and even your obedience. You’ll learn:  • What dopamine actually does in your brain  • Why willpower keeps failing you  • How habits form (cue → routine → reward)  • How to interrupt a dopamine loop in real life  • A simple tool to retrain your brain toward what matters You’re not broken. You’re trained. And you can retrain. 🎁 Grab the free 6-minute Detox Dopamine Reset:  [Get the Reset] If this episode helped you, share it with someone who feels stuck. Pause first. Choose second. Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    12 min

  8. FEB 10

    Does Jesus Think Your Faith Is Boring?

    What if the most dangerous thing about your faith isn’t doubt… but familiarity? In this episode of the Called & Curious Podcast, we wrestle with a question that’s uncomfortable, funny, and deeply biblical: What if Jesus thinks your faith is boring? Scripture tells us Jesus was amazed only twice—once by faith, and once by unbelief. That means belief is never neutral. Hesitation isn’t harmless. And the way we respond to God’s invitations, his callings, is shaping who we are becoming. We want the kind of faith where that obedience looks foolish on the outside. "Foolish" faith amazes God.  Through honest, foolish stories (awkward social media posts, starting a podcast with zero confidence, mermaid detours 😅), biblical examples (Esther, Mary, Moses, Jesus), and a little neuroscience, this episode is a wake-up call. Not a guilt trip. Not a hustle message. A reckoning. If you’ve ever felt called… but stalled, this episode is for you. We'll chat about why your calling is so important, how it's given just to you, and how sometimes we get nervous about that new *awkward, hard, foolish* thing in front of us, that we don't answer our call.  Let's amaze Jesus by our belief and step into our God-given callings with courage!  Also, Christine Caine, if you're listening, um—WOW! Lol And also, that mention of you in the episode was made with the highest respect. I'm amazed by the work you do and the grace, humor, and power with which you deliver messages of Jesus. ✨ Next week: we’ll get very practical and talk dopamine, motivation, and how your brain might be discipling you more than you realize.  (Understanding this discipling offers a critical level of awareness that will help us navigate this time of political division as a Christian so we can lead conversations with grace, knowledge, and love.) And don't forget to: 📖 Join the Book Launch (aka my brave, awkward ask) If this episode resonated, I’d love your help as my book Love Moves releases into the wild. You’ve got two easy ways to join—no pressure, just celebration. 🎉 Book Launch Day Celebration Team or Launch Inner Circle:  Join 👉 HERE  Connect With The Curious: The Weekly Pour Newsletter — pour a little peace into your inboxThe Stress Less Love Move — a 6-minute reset to calm your mind, body, and spiritJoin The Brim — where peace becomes a habitEmail us questions or comments: hello@calledandcurious.comCalled and Curious Website

    22 min
See All (104)

5
out of 5
13 Ratings

About

Do you ever struggle with anxious thoughts, worries, or low states of mind? I've been there friend, but you’re not alone—there’s hope and a solution for your thoughts. You need a personal trainer to help you start transforming your thought patterns from cluttered, incapable, and unworthy to calm, clear, and confident!    Welcome to **Called and Curious**, the podcast created just for YOU—faith-filled women and mamas who are ready to break free from the chains of worry and anxiety. If you often feel overwhelmed, fearful, and anxious, know that you’re not alone. Life can feel like a whirlwind, and those cluttered thoughts can weigh you down.   But here’s the good news: when you have a personal trainer for your thought patterns, you have the power to transform your mind and reclaim your peace! On this podcast, we exercise our thoughts and bodies together each week to start taking your thoughts and life in a new direction. You can start to “work out” your thoughts to let God “work in” you to change how you think, feel, and act. You get the confidence to show up and shine for Christ as the fabulous kingdom-building woman you are!   Join me, Ashriel, the Personal Trainer for Thought Patterns, as we dive into the transformative **Love Moves** connective-thought framework. This simple yet powerful approach combines faith, love, and neuroscience to help you work out your thoughts daily, allowing God to work in your life.   In each episode, we get curious about the everyday situations we bump into that affect your thoughts, experiences, and behaviors. Together, we’ll explore situations and topics that matter to you—whether it’s battling self-doubt, post-event spiraling, or finding your true calling. Each week, you’ll receive a mini thought "work out" for that situation designed to help you shift from feeling cluttered and overwhelmed to finding calm, clarity, and confidence.   Imagine the compound effects of these weekly thought workouts! As you consistently engage in this process, you’ll notice:   ***A Shift from Cluttered to Calm:** Learn to recognize those pesky negative thoughts and replace them with uplifting, faith-driven truths that resonate in your heart. ***Empowered Living:** Feel the weight lift as you embrace a mindset that reflects your true worth and purpose in Christ. ***A Supportive Community:** Connect with other women who understand your journey, offering encouragement and shared experiences as we grow together.   This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a movement toward a more beautiful life—one thought at a time. Don’t let worry and anxiety dictate your days any longer! Tune in every week to Called and Curious, where you’ll find the support, education, and inspiration you need to grow better thoughts and cultivate a higher state of mind.   Subscribe now, and let’s go on this journey together—because you deserve to live a life filled with peace, purpose, and confidence. You’ve got this, and I’m here to help you every step of the way!    Let’s stay called, let’s stay curious, and let’s conquer our thoughts, our day, and our lives together--and do it for the glory of the one who's called us to more!

Information

  • Creator
    Ashriel Huber
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Called and Curious
  • Show Website
    Called and Curious

You Might Also Like