Deep Breath

Michelle Tornetta
  • 4.8 (6)
  • Christianity
  • Updated Weekly

Lexie & Michelle explore spiritual practices and ways of connecting with God, others and ourselves. They invite you in to the conversation and to perhaps try on a new practice.

  1. Reset & Rise Group Coming in October #2

    09/11/2025 ·  Bonus

    Reset & Rise Group Coming in October #2

    Michelle & Tina want you to know about a virtual group coach experience beginning October 10th for 6 weeks. Discover a thriving wellness community dedicated to empowering women like you. Listen to this short episode to hear more about this wellness journey. In this episode we talk about how overwhelm can cause us to freeze in our wellness journey. We want to set you up for success before the holidays. After you listen, you can join the group or one of the "backstage pass" options to learn more at: https://livingyourbreakthrough.com/shop And look for a new Living Your Breakthrough Instagram page coming soon!

    13 min
  2. Reset & Rise Group Coming in October

    09/05/2025 ·  Bonus

    Reset & Rise Group Coming in October

    Michelle & Tina want you to know about a virtual group health coach experience beginning October 10th for 6 weeks. Discover a thriving wellness community dedicated to empowering women like you. Listen to this short episode to hear more about this wellness journey that will help you understand your unique body holistically, uncover the root causes of unwanted symptoms or health concerns, and receive positive support. After the episode, if you'd like to join the group or one of the "backstage passes", go to https://livingyourbreakthrough.com/shop.

    23 min

  3. 04/02/2025

    God Speaks Through Our Bodies

    There are many ways God speaks to us, but our bodies, which He created and called "good" is one of those ways. And yet, we often ignore the signals our bodies give us. Our body is where the Spirit resides (I Corinthians 6:19). As Barbara Brown Taylor says, "....trust the body to enlighten the soul." What if we stop to ask what God is trying to tell us through our body's signals and functions? Quotes from: Eugene Peterson, Barbara Brown Taylor, Celeste Snowber Schroeder (Embodied Prayer), Tara Owens, and Jan Richardson (The Sanctuary of Women). For more information on integrative spiritual practices, go to breatheandbe.net.

    17 min

  4. 07/27/2023

    Saying Goodbye to this Podcast: Final Episode

    It is with sadness that we announce this is our final "official" Deep Breath episode (although there may be some announcements here and even a meditation or lectio divina from time to time). In this final episode you'll hear: A message from Lexie Why we've decided to discontinue new episodes and what is next An encouragement to practice the disciplines in community Some reflection questions and a blessing Thank you! Thank you to all our faithfulness listeners, and even those who jumped in from time to time. We have had an absolute blast doing this podcast since March 2020! All the episodes will stay here indefinitely as a library of spiritual practices. We hope you enjoy them. Books referenced: Spiritual Direction: Wisdom for the Long Walk of Faith, by Henri Nouwen Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest, by Ruth Haley Barton

    14 min

  5. 07/20/2023

    Joy Summer Trilogy: Recovering or Fueling Your Joy

    This is #3 in the Joy Summer Trilogy and again, Lisa Ostreim joins the podcast to chat about the true meaning of joy, where it originates and this idea of fueling your joy when it seems dormant. Is it possible to feel joy without Christ? We share some practical ways to travel that "on ramp" back to joy if you're feeling you've lost it. Quotes and definition of happiness and joy from Anne Robertson appeared in Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart.

    25 min

  6. 07/13/2023

    Joy Summer Trilogy: The Interview

    Here's #2 in our Joy Summer Trilogy. This week Lisa Ostreim interviews Michelle about where she finds joy, even in trials. How does she recover her joy? This interview is both practical and relatable. Leave a voicemail for us and tell us where you've been finding joy recently and your voice will be in #3 of the Trilogy next week! (See the link below) Scripture referenced: Ecclesiastes 5:19-20b and 8:15 in The Message version.

    22 min

  7. 07/06/2023

    Joy! A Small Word that Packs a Punch

    This is the first episode in the Joy Summer Trilogy. This first episode covers Joy vs. Happiness. What's the difference? Is joy connected to pain or sadness? It's not easy to define joy. Here's just a few thoughts, particularly from the saints that have gone before us. Coming up in the Joy series: Lisa interviews Michelle regarding joy in her life and we hear from you, our listeners about where you are finding joy. Scroll to the link to leave a voicemail and let us know your name and where you're finding joy these days. Book reference: Freedom of Simplicity by Richard J. Foster

    12 min

  8. 06/29/2023

    Ideas & Practices for the Best Summer

    Summer is in full swing in the Pacific Northwest. Wondering if you find yourself scrambling to fit it all in, including some rest and play, but finding yourself exhausted and empty at the end. Is it possible to create a rhythm for our summer that takes into account our work, our season of life, our need for play and rest, and our desire to connect with God? I'll share some examples and walk you through some reflection questions to help you create you learn from past summers and tune in to your desires and longings for this year. It might be just a small new practice or an experience or event you add to your summer, but the goal would be to end the summer flourishing and alive. Here's a freebie: the prayer of examen: https://breatheandbe.net/store/ols/products/the-prayer-of-examen For more on the subject of rhythms and summer, listen to: #56 What do you want to wear yourself out with (and for whom)? #88 Summer: Identify Your Season #120 Days of Permission Please leave us a voice message and tell us: What is sparking joy for you right now? We will include these in an upcoming trilogy on Joy!

    17 min
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Lexie & Michelle explore spiritual practices and ways of connecting with God, others and ourselves. They invite you in to the conversation and to perhaps try on a new practice.

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  • Creator
    Michelle Tornetta
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    169
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michelle Tornetta
  • Show Website
    Deep Breath