Renewed Wings

René Forsythe
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Renewed Wings is a Christian podcast exploring integrated renewal of mind, body, and soul. Each episode blends spiritual reflection, embodied stewardship, Catholic and Christian voices, and practical guidance for living with clarity and balance. Through gentle teaching, movement wisdom, and the lives of the saints, Renewed Wings invites you to rediscover gratitude, deepen your spiritual life, and honor the life God has entrusted to you.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    When God Interrupts Your Plans: Learning to Pivot With Peace - Episode 11

    What happens when your timeline breaks? What happens when a door you prayed over doesn't just close, but locks from the inside?If you are a planner who loves a color-coded calendar and a solid 5-year plan, stepping into the unknown can be terrifying. In Episode 11 of Renewed Wings, we are talking directly from the "Messy Middle"—that hallway between the door that just closed and the one that hasn't opened yet.Drawing from my own 3-year journey of leaving a secure university career to build an entrepreneurial business, we discuss the reality of the pivot, the grief of losing a job title, and why God sometimes lets our parachutes get a few holes in them.Plus, we look at the incredible story of St. Benedict Joseph Labre—the patron saint of the collapsed 5-year plan and mental illness—and break down 3 practical, actionable coaching steps to help you step forward in the dark.If you are standing in the hallway right now, this episode is for you. Drop a comment below and let me know which takeaway or song recommendation hit home for you today!Partner Brands Supporting Renewed WingsTempl — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: https://buildtempl.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: https://blessedisshe.netElly & Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com - If you are in the middle of an interrupted plan right now, send me a message through the site—I would be honored to pray for you! 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONED• "From Paycheck to Purpose" by Ken Coleman• "From Strength to Strength" & "Build the Life You Want" by Dr. Arthur Brooks• "Thy Will" by Hillary Scott• "Trust In You" by Lauren Daigle• "The Way" (2010 Film starring Martin Sheen)• Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 (Prelude) - Marc Sabbah, viola#RenewedWings #ChristianLifeCoach #CareerPivot #MessyMiddle #CatholicPodcast #StBenedictJosephLabre #TrustingGod #ArthurBrooks #KenColeman

  2. Oct 7

    Becoming Someone New Without Losing Yourself | Episode 10

    Have you ever felt like becoming "better" always means becoming smaller? From the iconic ending of Grease—where Sandy erases her personality just to be accepted—to modern diet culture, women are constantly told that their worth is tied to how little space they take up. We confuse true transformation with self-erasure, and discipline with deprivation. In this episode of Renewed Wings, we dismantle the cultural lies around shrinking, explore the critical physiology of muscle mass and bone density, and turn to the radical life of St. Margaret of Castello—a woman abandoned by society who refused to apologize for her physical presence. Your body is not a lifelong renovation project; it is a sacred gift. Let’s talk about what it looks like to step off the starvation treadmill, honor your joints, and reclaim your God-given dignity. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The Makeover Trap: Sandy in Grease & Self-Erasure 01:15 - Conforming to the World vs. Renewing the Mind 03:45 - The Three Cultural Lies: Smaller ≠ Better 06:20 - Saints on Renewal: St. Margaret of Castello 10:15 - Expansion Over Erasure (The Vocal Metaphor) 13:10 - The Physiology of Health: Bone Density, Muscle & Fuel 16:40 - The Feminine Genius & Christian Anthropology 19:00 - A Prayer for Taking Up Space & Closing Blessing Partner Brands Supporting Renewed WingsTempl — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: https://buildtempl.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: https://blessedisshe.netElly & Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONED#RenewedWings #ChristianWellness #BodyImage #FaithAndFitness #SaintsOnRenewal #FeminineGenius

  3. Sep 24

    Why You Feel Guilty When You Sit Down (And How to Fix It) | Episode 9

    Do you feel an immediate wave of guilt the second you try to sit down and do nothing? Somewhere along the way, our culture turned exhaustion into a trophy, convincing us that being “booked and busy” is the ultimate badge of honor. In this episode of Renewed Wings, we’re putting on our certified personal trainer hats to dismantle that lie. You’ll discover why you never actually build strength during a workout, why your brain treats stillness like an active threat, and how taking off the "superhero cape" is the ultimate act of trust. Plus, we step into our Saints on Renewal segment with Blessed Maria Schininà to uncover how stepping off the cultural treadmill restores both body and soul.✨ In this episode, we cover:• The "No Capes!" trap and why non-stop output sabotages your health• The 5 Components of Physical Fitness (and why we always skip flexibility)• The Adaptation Equation: Why strength is built exclusively during recovery• The dopamine loops that make rest feel like a crisis to your nervous system• Saints on Renewal: Blessed Maria Schininà’s journey from high-society burnout to holy stillness (Romans 12:2)• 3 simple, at-home active recovery tools to down-regulate your nervous system without just staring at a wall⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The Exhaustion Trap & "No Capes"02:00 - Opening Prayer & Setting Intentions03:45 - The 5 Components of Fitness & Why We Skip Flexibility06:45 - The Science of Adaptation: Why You Build Strength in Rest08:40 - Musical Rests: The Symphony of the Body10:30 - Blessed Maria Schininà: Breaking the "Booked & Busy" Cycle13:20 - The Dopamine Loop of Chronic Busyness18:30 - Passive Collapse vs. Active Recovery20:17 - Recovery Tool 1: The "No-Data" Walk22:30 - Recovery Tool 2: 90-Degree Floor Decompression & Diaphragmatic Breathing26:45 - Recovery Tool 3: Joint Mobility & Synovial Lubrication29:05 - Your Weekly Recovery Prescription31:43 - Closing Prayer & Weekly ReflectionCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:• Catch Episode 8 (The Strategic Rest Week): https://youtu.be/H4gKb00jz7E• Comment or DM "WINGS" on Instagram to get our weekly episode resources delivered straight to your inbox!💛 SPONSORS & AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Templ — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: https://buildtempl.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: https://blessedisshe.netElly & Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.com🙏 PRAYER OF THE WEEK:"Lord, break my addiction to constant output, and grant me the faith to trust Your provision in the quiet margin. Amen."If this message encouraged you, please hit Subscribe, give this video a thumbs up, and leave a comment sharing: What is your default emotion when you sit down to do nothing? Until next time, keep flying on renewed wings. May God bless you!#RenewedWings #RestIsTrust #ChristianFitness #FunctionalMovement #SaintsOnRenewal #ActiveRecovery #Romans122 #EdnaMode #NervousSystemReset

  4. Sep 16

    Why Your Workout Is Making You Gain Weight (And How to Fix It) | Ep. 8

    What if the hardest workouts you’re doing… are the exact reason you’re exhausted, stiff, and holding onto weight?For decades, women—especially women over 40—have bought into a quiet, destructive lie: “If you’re still functioning, you must be fine. And if your workout didn’t leave you crawling off the floor, it didn’t count.”In this episode of Renewed Wings, we’re tearing down the myth of chronic cardio, explaining the real hormonal biology of why pushing through exhaustion stalls your metabolism, and sharing my personal 4-week lifting and water reset routine. Then, we dive into the life of 17th-century spiritual giant St. Jane Frances de Chantal to see how she broke free from perfectionism, guilt, and relentless physical punishment to discover "holy moderation" and peace. Finally, we walk through the Three Pillars of Renewal (Mind, Body, Spirit) and a 4-step action plan to help you stop using exercise as penance and start stewarding your body as a temple of God.✨ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:• The "Terminator Trap" & why human biology doesn't adapt through constant destruction• How chronic cardio spikes cortisol, disrupts sleep, and impairs metabolic output in women 40+• Why muscle is your primary metabolic, bone, and cognitive armor• The 4-Week Reset: Using water buoyancy and lap swimming for deep recovery• Saints on Renewal: St. Jane Frances de Chantal (1572–1641) & "Be gentle with your own heart"• The 3 Pillars of Renewal: Mind, Body, and Spirit• 4-Step Action Plan: Auditing your "Why," scheduling rest, dropping the "I'm fine" mask, and anchoring in 1 Corinthians 6:19–20TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The "No Pain, No Gain" Trap & Opening Prayer02:17 - The Reality of Workout Burnout & Chronic Stress04:55 - Why Chronic Cardio Stalls Your Metabolism06:35 - Why Women Over 40 Need Resistance Training07:42 - The Power of Rest: The 4-Week Lifting & Reset Routine09:37 - Why Swimming & Water Aerobics Speed Up Recovery11:45 - Saints on Renewal: St. Jane Frances de Chantal15:15 - Holy Moderation & Being Gentle With Your Heart18:20 - Unmasking the Deception: How Fitness Becomes an Idol20:33 - Your Identity & Worth as a Daughter of God22:30 - The 3 Pillars of Renewal: Mind, Body & Spirit23:22 - Step 1: Audit Your "Why" Before Moving25:19 - Step 2: Schedule Recovery Like an Unbreakable Meeting26:06 - Step 3: Stop Using "I'm Fine" as a Shield26:50 - Step 4: Anchor Your Mind in 1 Corinthians 6:19–2028:56 - Closing Prayer & Final Blessing💬 SCRIPTURE ANCHORS:• John 10:10• Ephesians 1:3–4• 1 Corinthians 6:19–20Partner Brands Supporting Renewed WingsTempl — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: https://buildtempl.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: https://blessedisshe.netElly & Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ🎙️ Subscribe to Renewed Wings for weekly episodes on functional fitness, mindset, and spiritual renewal for women.✨ Share this episode with a sister or friend who needs permission to breathe and rest today!🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast #RenewedWings #WomenOver40 #ChristianWellness #FunctionalFitness #SaintsOnRenewal #Restoration #OvercomingBurnout #CortisolReset

  5. Sep 16

    Why You Feel Broken: The Hidden Link Between Postpartum and Past Trauma | Episode 7

    Are you feeling the pressure to "bounce back" after childbirth or sprint through healing emotional wounds? In this episode of the Renewed Wings Podcast, we explore why deep emotional, physical, and spiritual healing takes time, how postpartum depression can unearth underlying childhood trauma, and how God works gently—never forcefully—in the places that hurt.Whether you are navigating maternal mental health or carrying the weight of unhealed trauma, this episode offers a safe space to breathe, reflect, and receive God's restoring grace.📖 In This Episode, We Cover: • Postpartum Depression & Trauma: Understanding how hormonal shifts, sleep deprivation, and underlying PTSD/childhood wounds collide after childbirth. • Why We Rush the Process: Breaking down the 3 traps that pressure us to sprint through healing (everyday life pressure, spiritual pressure, and the quick-fix wellness trap). • Romans 12:2 & Scriptural Renewal: Why transformation is passive (received, not forced) and renewal is an unhurried, ongoing process. • The Body's Role in Healing: How nervous system regulation, gentle movement, and physical rest serve as physical prayer. • Saints on Renewal: Timeless wisdom and reflections from 8 saints on slow, faithful interior conversion. • Practical Practices for Daily Life: Small, ground-level habits like the "2-Minute Pause" to help unclench your spirit and open the door to grace.💡 Key Takeaway: "Healing begins the moment we stop making excuses and start telling the truth about what hurts."⏰ Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Welcome01:46 - Opening Prayer03:00 - Postpartum Depression & Underlying Trauma06:02 - Unhealed Childhood Wounds08:26 - My Turning Point & Seeking Help10:52 - Opening the Door to God's Grace13:10 - The Pressure to Rush Recovery18:41 - Romans 12:2 & The Myth of Sudden Breakthroughs23:42 - The Physical Body’s Role in Slow Healing28:13 - Lessons on Slow Healing from the Saints35:48 - 3 Daily Practices to Open the Door to Healing39:32 - Closing Prayer & Support Resources🆘 Resources & Support: If you or someone you know is struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or mental health challenges, please reach out for professional help: • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) • Postpartum Support International (PSI): Call 1-800-944-4773 or text "HOME" to 741741 • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988Partner Brands Supporting Renewed Wings:• Templ — Christian WellnessCode: Wings10 (10% off) • Faith-filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: buildtempl.com• Blessed Is She — Catholic DevotionalsCode: RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: blessedisshe.net• Elly & Grace — Faith-Filled ApparelCode: RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast #PostpartumDepression #MaternalMentalHealth #TraumaRecovery #FaithBasedHealing #RenewedWingsPodcast

  6. Sep 2

    Why Motivation Keeps Failing You (And What to Do Instead) | Episode 6

    Stop waiting to feel "ready." In Episode 6 of the Renewed Wings podcast, we break down the myth of motivation and explore why lasting transformation comes from quiet, daily discipline.We dive into the neuroscience behind why our brains choose habits over hype, how to lower friction in your daily environment, and scriptural wisdom (Matthew 26:41) on building steadfast faith and consistency.⏰ Episode Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Renewed Wings01:05 – Consistency Over Motivation: The Quiet Discipline02:18 – Why Motivation is Failing You (Matthew 26:41)04:21 – Scriptural Roots: The Garden of Gethsemane05:25 – Neuroscience: Prefrontal Cortex vs. Basal Ganglia07:51 – The 66-Day Habit Cycle and Minimum Viable Effort10:33 – Anchor 1: Lowering Friction (Environment Design)11:48 – Anchor 2: Non-Negotiable Micro-Habits13:07 – Anchor 3: Process Over Outcome (Tracking Execution)15:35 – Navigating the "Boring Middle" and Plateau Effect17:46 – Self-Compassion vs. Self-Pity 19:03 – From Goals to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)20:15 – Verbal Anchors: The Auditory Feedback Loop23:31 – 3 Daily Affirmations for Consistency24:25 – Saints on Renewal: Mastering Quiet Power33:18 – Closing Prayer for Steadiness and DisciplinePartner Brands Supporting Renewed WingsTempl — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: templ.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: blessedisshe.netElly and Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONED#SpiritualDiscipline #ChristianHabits #ConsistencyOverMotivation #RenewedWingsPodcast #ChristianLiving

  7. Aug 26

    How to Actually Discern What God Wants for You | Episode 5

    In a world filled with noise, pressure, and endless options, how do you know if a decision is leading you closer to God or quietly pulling you away?In Episode 5 of Renewed Wings, we explore the art and spiritual practice of discernment. Moving beyond simple logic or pros-and-cons lists, we examine how to tune your heart to God’s frequency, test the spirit behind your choices, and navigate major decisions with clarity and peace.Whether you are discerning a vocation, facing a life transition, or simply trying to distinguish between a distraction and a true calling, this episode offers practical, faith-rooted insights to guide your steps.⏱️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: What is Discernment? 05:16 – Choosing Between Good, Better, and Best 06:32 – Two Frameworks: Catholic & Protestant Traditions 16:38 – The Voice of Emotion (Signal vs. Compass) 23:21 – The Voice of Fear (Threat-Based Fear vs. Holy Awe) 28:35 – The Voice of God (How God Speaks vs. The Enemy) 35:02 – 3 Core Tests: Peace, Values Alignment & Fruit 37:33 – 3 Common Traps (The "Almost Good" Option & FOMO) 39:42 – Renee’s Journey: 4 Years Discerning Religious Life 42:00 – Wisdom from the Saints on Listening Deeply 42:45 – St. Ignatius of Loyola 43:46 – St. Catherine of Siena 44:36 – St. Francis de Sales 45:23 – St. John of the Cross 46:18 – St. Teresa of Ávila 47:08 – St. Benedict of Nursia 47:57 – St. Clare of Assisi 48:46 – St. Alphonsus Liguori 50:20 – 7 Practical Steps for Daily Discernment 53:28 – Closing Prayer🌿 Join the Conversation: What is one decision or area of your life right now where you are seeking God's guidance and peace? Share your thoughts or prayers in the comments below—I’d love to connect with you!📖 Scripture Inspiration: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” — Romans 12:2Disclaimer: The reflections shared in this episode come from personal faith, study, and lived experience. If you are navigating deep emotional trauma or mental health challenges, please consider reaching out to a licensed counselor or professional.Partner Brands Supporting Renewed WingsTempl — Christian Wellness Code Wings10 (10% off) • Faith‑filled living rooted in ScriptureShop: templ.comBlessed Is She — Catholic Devotionals Code RENÉ1082 (10% off) • Prayer and reflection for every seasonShop: blessedisshe.netElly & Grace — Faith‑Filled Apparel Code RENEWEDWINGSPODCAST (10% off) • Encouraging women to live boldly in ChristShop: ellyandgrace.comCONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONED#Discernment #SpiritualGrowth #FaithPodcast #ChristianLiving #GodsWill #PrayerLife #RenewedWings #IgnatianDiscernment #CatholicSaints #ChristianWellness #SpiritualMaturity #VocationalDiscernment #HearingGodsVoice #FindingPeace #BiblicalWisdom #FaithOverFear #RenewYourMind

  8. Aug 26

    The 7-Step Path to Healing Generational Patterns

    Have you ever felt like you're carrying an emotional weight that doesn't make sense, or roles you never chose? This is the part that many people never learn in life—but today, we are pulling these patterns out of the shadows and into the light.In this episode of Renewed Wings, we explore how to recognize "psychogenic burdens" and stop carrying what was never yours. We’ll dive into the science of how your body holds onto inherited stress and, most importantly, how to begin walking in true spiritual freedom.In this episode, we cover: * The Science & Spirit: How generational patterns form and how the body remembers what the mind forgets. * Lessons from the Saints: Discover how 8 Saints—including St. Josephine Bakhita and St. Monica—found renewal despite inherited suffering. * The 7-Step Path to Release: A practical guide to naming, honoring, and releasing the burdens you’ve been carrying.Healing requires truth and compassion, not accusation. You are not locked into these cycles—you are a turning point. Join me as we invite God into the process of returning what wasn't yours and finding the rest He promises in Matthew 11:28.CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction: Finding Renewal00:59 - Are You Carrying Burdens That Aren't Yours?02:16 - Roadmap for Today’s Healing Journey02:44 - What It Means to Carry Misplaced Responsibility04:36 - How Generational Patterns Form (Implicit Learning)05:21 - The Science of Epigenetics and Emotional Memory06:13 - Breaking the Cycle: Truth, Compassion, and Boundaries08:06 - Why We Feel Guilty Setting Boundaries08:41 - The Body’s Memory: Recognizing Physical Stress Patterns10:37 - 8 Saints Who Lived Through Inherited Suffering18:22 - 7 Steps to Make Renewal Real in Your Life26:15 - Closing Prayer for Healing and FreedomThe 7-Step Path to Release:1. Name the Burden: Healing begins by pulling vague weights out of the shadows. One sentence can open the door: "This is the burden I’ve been carrying."2. Identify the Origin: Patterns don't appear out of nowhere. Ask yourself: Where did I learn this? Who modeled this for me? Clarity is mercy, not blame.3. Honor Its Purpose: Before you release a pattern, honor why it formed. It likely helped you survive a difficult season—thank that younger version of yourself for doing what they had to do.4. Practice Forgiveness: Forgiveness is the "scissors" that cuts what you cannot fix. It doesn't excuse the past; it releases you from the weight of it.5. Set Healthy Boundaries: While forgiveness releases the debt, boundaries prevent the pattern from continuing. Boundaries are not walls; they are clarity.6. Practice Gentle Release: Letting go is a rhythm, not a single moment. Choose truth over fear and presence over panic in the small, daily shifts.7. Invite God Into the Process: You were never meant to heal alone. Invite Jesus to carry what was never yours and claim the rest promised in Matthew 11:28.If this episode encourages you, please like, subscribe, and share.Your engagement helps this ministry reach more people seeking renewal, clarity, and healing.CONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 📧 Email: renewedwings@outlook.ِcom 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search for Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONED• Fr. Chad Ripperger — spiritual healing, generational patterns, and interior renewal• Dr. Arthur Brooks — emotional well‑being, happiness research, and human flourishing• Dr. Bob Schuchts — healing the whole person, identity, and integrated restoration• Dr. Henry Cloud — boundaries, relational health, and emotional responsibility#RenewedWings #GenerationalHealing #FaithBasedHealing #EmotionalFreedom #BreakingCycles #ChristianPodcast #InnerHealing #SpiritualRenewal #CatholicPodcast

  9. Aug 16

    How to Break the Invisible Loops Keeping You Stuck

    Are you feeling stuck in the same mental loops? In this second episode of the Renewed Wings Podcast, we’re diving deep into the invisible patterns—automatic thoughts, learned beliefs, and early experiences—that quietly dictate how you respond to the world.Through personal stories, teaching, and the timeless wisdom of the saints, we explore how true renewal begins from within. You'll learn how God invites you to transform these long-held patterns and take practical steps toward a renewed mind.In this episode, you’ll discover:* The Science of "Stuck": How early experiences and learned beliefs form mental loops.* Automatic Thoughts: How to identify the silent scripts running in your mind.* Wisdom from the Saints: Timeless Christian tradition on the renewal of the mind.* Practical Steps: Actionable ways to begin breaking free and transforming your thinking today.Chapters0:00 - Introduction: Why we get stuck1:11 - Defining thinking patterns and awareness2:23 - Personal Story: A thought I carried for years4:11 - Understanding Automatic Thoughts & Schemas (The Mental Blueprint)5:23 - Dr. Aaron Beck and the Cognitive Triad5:51 - Dr. Daniel Amen: Identifying your "ANTS" (Automatic Negative Thoughts)7:00 - How childhood experiences and trauma shape our internal critic8:04 - The Biology of Thinking: Survival bias and the lizard brain9:07 - Learned Beliefs: Family, culture, and invisible walls10:48 - Conforming in the digital age: Social media and discernment13:11 - The power of silence and affirmations in identity14:26 - Renewal: God's role in untangling our experiences15:42 - Wisdom from the Saints on Renewal:16:04 - St. Augustine: Reordering the interior life16:43 - St. Teresa of Avila: The Interior Castle and awareness17:29 - St. Francis de Sales: Transformation through gentleness18:13 - St. Ignatius of Loyola: Discerning the direction of your thoughts18:58 - St. Catherine of Siena: Letting God define your identity19:39 - St. Thomas Aquinas: Aligning the mind with truth20:18 - St. John Chrysostom: Reshaping the mind through Scripture20:58 - St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Small interior shifts21:44 - Practical Reflection: Where did this thought come from?23:12 - Closing Prayer for a Renewed MindIf this episode encourages you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need a reminder that renewal is possible — and it begins within.CONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 📧 Email: renewedwings @outlook.ِcom 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search for Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONEDPsychological Frameworks:* The Cognitive Triad: Developed by Dr. Aaron Beck (1960s) to identify negative schemas targeting self, environment, and the future.* ANTS (Automatic Negative Thoughts): A concept popularized by Dr. Daniel Amen to describe intrusive, uninvited pessimistic thoughts.* Heuristics & Negativity Bias: Understanding the brain’s "efficiency machine" and survival shortcuts.Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind..."#RenewedWings #MindsetRenewal #ChristianMentalHealth #BreakTheLoop #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndHealing #TransformYourMind #CatholicPodcast

  10. Aug 16

    Why "Control" is Ruining Your Health (And a Better Way Forward)

    The fitness industry often tells us that our bodies are projects to be fixed, controlled, or perfected. But what if there’s a more life-giving way?In Episode 3 of the Renewed Wings podcast, René draws on 27 years of fitness industry experience to expose the lies of "intensity culture" and offer a radical alternative: Stewardship. Your body is not an obstacle to your spiritual life; it is the very place where you experience God’s presence.In this episode, we move away from pressure and perfectionism to explore how to care for your body with gentleness, gratitude, and grounded wisdom.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:* The Integration of Body & Spirit: Why stewardship reframes the body as a gift entrusted to you, not a project to fix. * Movement as Support, Not Punishment: How to find joy and stability through consistency and listening rather than "grinding." * 27 Years of Fitness Wisdom: A compassionate perspective on discipline and sustainable care from someone who has seen the industry's pitfalls firsthand. * Insights from Christian & Catholic Experts: We feature wisdom on rest, shame, and the integrated person from: - Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, Dr. Curt Thompson, & Dr. John Delony - Dr. Gregory Bottaro, Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, Dr. Kevin Vost, & Dr. Bob Schuchts * Overcoming Cultural Pressure: How to navigate comparison and chronic stress with a spirit of gentleness.Saints on Renewal: Be inspired by eight Saints who modeled embodied stewardship, showing how physical life supports spiritual growth, including St. John Paul II, St. Hildegard of Bingen, and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. Each saint offers a reflection and a simple practice you can try today.Weekly Application: Stop the tug-of-war with your body this week. Choose one gentle act of stewardship: - A short walk or stretching before bed. - Drinking water before coffee. - Honoring your need for rest or a nourishing meal.CHAPTERS:00:00 – Intro: The "Intensity Culture" Problem01:22 – Stewardship vs. Control: A New Perspective02:16 – Key Insight: Why Control Leads to Burnout03:40 – Medical Wisdom: Rest and the Biblical Rhythm05:04 – The Truth About "Getting Your Body Back"06:11 – Cultural Pressures and Chronic Stress07:45 – Discipline vs. Punishment: Choosing Consistency08:32 – 27 Years of Lessons from the Fitness Industry10:54 – Saints on Renewal: Models of Stewardship12:15 – St. John Paul II and the Integrated Person14:00 – St. Hildegard: Wisdom from Creation15:28 – Embodied Practice: Learning from St. Ignatius17:30 – Modern Saints: St. Gianna and Sustainable Care19:32 – Weekly Application: Choosing Your Act of Care23:06 – Closing Prayer and Final ReflectionKey Takeaway: Real discipline isn't about pushing harder; it’s about staying present longer.CONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 📧 Email: renewedwings @outlook.ِcom 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search for Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast RESOURCES MENTIONEDInsights from Christian and Catholic experts on rest, renewal, shame, and the integrated person:Protestant & Christian Voices • Dr. Saundra Dalton‑Smith — Sacred Rest • Dr. Curt Thompson — The Soul of Shame, The Deepest Place • Dr. John Delony — Emotional health and trauma‑informed Christian teachingCatholic Voices • Dr. Gregory Bottaro — Catholic mindfulness and integrated psychology• Dr. Aaron Kheriaty — Catholic psychiatry and moral theology• Dr. Kevin Vost — Thomistic psychology and virtue formation• Dr. Bob Schuchts — Healing, identity, and restoration through the JPII Healing Center#RenewedWings #CatholicPodcast #BodyStewardship #FitnessIndustryLies #StewardshipOverControl #MindfulMovement #PostpartumWellness #ChristianMotherhood

  11. Aug 16

    Reclaiming Your Story: The First Step to Rebirth

    Welcome to the very first episode of Renewed Wings! I’m René, and today we are laying the foundation for our journey together by exploring Romans 12:2: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind."In this episode, we dive deep into what it truly means to be "renewed." We explore how our thoughts shape our identity, how trauma and past stories impact our physical bodies, and how God invites us into a process of rebirth. Whether you are feeling worn out or hopeful, this space is for you to find clarity and grace.In this episode, we discuss:* The difference between passive conformity and active transformation.* My personal journey with identity and healing from verbal abuse.* The connection between spiritual discipline and physical health.* A guided reflection to help you surrender old patterns to God.CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Renewed Wings01:03 - Rebirth: The Meaning Behind the Name "René"02:21 - Romans 12:2 – The Foundation of Renewal03:59 - Why Conformity is Passive and Dangerous05:12 - Transformation is an Active Participation with God06:36 - Identity: Moving Beyond the Labels of the Past07:56 - Healing from Childhood Wounds and Verbal Abuse09:48 - The Mind-Body Connection in Spiritual Growth11:08 - Physical Discipline as Spiritual Discipline13:12 - Stewarding the Temple: Caring for Your Body with Love14:50 - Listening to What Your Body is Telling You16:50 - Grace for Mothers: Finding Rest and Reset18:28 - Setting Boundaries and Protecting Your Peace20:21 - Reclaiming Your Narrative and Identity in Christ21:28 - Guided Reflection: A Moment for Mind, Body, and Spirit26:41 - A Heartfelt Prayer for Personal Renewal28:30 - Walking Forward in Your RebirthConnect with the Community: If this message resonated with you, please subscribe and share your thoughts in the comments. What is one area where you are seeking renewal this week? RESOURCES MENTIONEDScriptures:* Romans 12:2 – The foundation of our journey: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind."* Romans 12:1 – Presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice.* 1 Corinthians 6:19 – Recognizing our bodies as the temple of the Holy Spirit.Key Concepts for Reflection:* The Three Pillars of Wellness: Interconnecting the Mind, Body, and Spirit. * The Power of Journaling: Use the guided reflection questions at 21:28 to start your own connection between your mind and spirit.Action Steps for the Week:* Physical Stewardship: Listen to your body’s need for rest or discipline. * Setting Boundaries: Protecting your peace from external opinions that don't align with God’s truth.* Reclaiming Your Narrative: Allowing God to rewrite the story you’ve been carrying since childhood.CONNECT WITH RENÉ 🌐 Website: www.renewedwingswellness.com (coming soon) 📧 Email: renewedwings@outlook.ِcom 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts/Spotify: Search for Renewed Wings 📸 Instagram: @renewedwingspodcast#RenewedWings #Romans122 #FaithPodcast #MindsetRenewal #SpiritualHealing #ChristianWellness #IdentityInChrist

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Renewed Wings is a Christian podcast exploring integrated renewal of mind, body, and soul. Each episode blends spiritual reflection, embodied stewardship, Catholic and Christian voices, and practical guidance for living with clarity and balance. Through gentle teaching, movement wisdom, and the lives of the saints, Renewed Wings invites you to rediscover gratitude, deepen your spiritual life, and honor the life God has entrusted to you.

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  • Creator
    René Forsythe
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © René Forsythe
  • Show Website
    Renewed Wings