Soul Care Conversations

Soul Care
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Soul Care Conversations is a space for honest conversations about caring for the soul in the midst of leadership, work, relationships, and everyday life. Hosted by Mindy Caliguire, each episode invites depth, reflection, and spiritual grounding—offering language, permission, and practices for living and leading from wholeness, especially for those navigating burnout, transition, or discernment.

  1. 2d ago

    Suffering as a Path to Growth w/ Mary Petersen

    In this episode of Soul Care Conversations, Mindy Caliguire talks with her Colorado neighbor and friend Mary Petersen, Chief of Staff for Cru Worldwide, about the intersection of soul wellbeing and calling. Mary shares how she came to faith through a Cru-connected student, her commitment to bringing the gospel to unreached peoples, and 20+ years serving among Middle East and North Africa communities from a base in Europe. She explains how hardship, trauma, and persecution shaped her focus on crisis management and later a counseling degree and crisis debriefing training for Cru staff. Mary outlines crisis intervention basics centered on Jesus-like presence, careful listening, resisting spiritual bypassing, and honoring stages such as shock and lament. They discuss soul care rhythms like quarterly solitude retreats, journaling, silence, spiritual friendships, and discerning limits in global leadership. 00:00 Welcome to Soul Care 00:49 Meet Mary Petersen 02:12 How We Met in Cru 03:46 What Cru Does Worldwide 06:11 Marys Faith Origin Story 08:06 Called to the Unreached 10:59 Trauma and Ministry Realities 13:51 Great Commission vs Commandment 18:05 Crisis Debriefing Tools 20:11 Presence Over Fixing 24:31 Stages of Grief and Lament 27:46 Turning Toward Soul Care 28:03 Crisis Leadership Burnout 28:59 War Zone Wake Up Call 30:20 Sabbatical And Soul Care 31:27 Structure And Cohort Support 33:20 Quarterly Solitude Retreats 36:22 Fruit Of Stepping Away 37:40 Modeling Rest In Leadership 40:05 Favorite Soul Care Practices 42:56 Finiteness And Discernment 47:30 What Your Soul Needs 49:14 Moving Toward Pain 50:34 Closing Thanks And Farewell

  2. Aug 13

    The Sabbatical Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Soul's Health From the Ground Up w/ Ryan Mehaffey

    Mindy Caliguire welcomes Ryan Mehaffey to discuss soul care at the intersection of leadership and spiritual formation. Ryan shares his later-in-life conversion to Christianity, shaped by a Jesuit education, a pivotal prayer experience, and a growing desire for a real relationship with Jesus. He recounts a first season of burnout and “dark night of the soul” while at Red Bull, which led him to leave and eventually found Feast Over Famine to bridge business skill with ministry and impact work. Ryan explains how spiritual direction differs from counseling and coaching by guiding the heart toward affection for Jesus. He describes a recent sabbatical prompted by compassion fatigue and nervous-system collapse, including healing prayer timeline work, creating a sacred space at home, adopting Ignatian practices like noticing grace and consolation/desolation, and a family Examen practice he calls “High-Low Buffalo Gruffalo Jesuso,” ending with Isaiah 43 as encouragement. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:16 Ryan Meets Jesus 04:03 Red Bull Restlessness 07:02 Ignatian Prayer Breakthrough 08:21 Leadership and Soul Care 14:48 Burnout and Dark Night 19:10 Feast Over Famine Vision 21:47 Spiritual Direction Explained 26:59 Formation Versus Sanctification 30:36 Sabbatical and Compassion Fatigue 32:12 Running on Empty 33:22 Adrenaline as Refuge 35:11 Nervous System Crash 36:37 Tools Stop Working 38:43 Choosing Sabbatical 39:56 Preparing to Unplug 41:33 Detox in Open Space 44:36 Sabbatical Is Release 47:44 Healing Timeline Method 49:43 Two Months to Unclog 54:20 Jesus in the Memory 58:31 Creating Sacred Space 01:01:10 Finding Space Anywhere 01:02:45 Grace Not Manufactured 01:04:41 Finding God Daily 01:05:34 Consolation Desolation 01:06:14 Examen As Rhythm 01:08:34 Family High Low 01:09:25 Buffalo Gruffalo Jesuso 01:13:15 Desire And Discernment 01:16:40 Releasing Transition Anxiety 01:19:50 Isaiah 43 Closing Blessing

  3. Jul 30

    You Replicate Who You Are: Leading with Intention and Realism w/ Tom Beck

    In this episode of Soul Care Conversations, host Mindy Caliguire sits down with Tom Beck, former Chief People and Culture Officer at Compassion International. With a 40-year career spanning major corporate launches like Blockbuster Video and Boston Market to global ministry leadership, Tom brings a unique perspective on bridging the gap between business execution and ministry heart.Together, they explore what it means to lead with intention, how to cultivate true psychological safety by choosing kindness over "niceness," and the vital importance of prioritizing your own soul care in missional leadership. Whether you identify as a "jet fuel drinker" chasing outcomes or a "candle lighter" focused on reflection, this conversation offers profound insights into finding health and integration in your leadership journey.Connect with Tom Beck:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-beck-28909229/(The best way to reach out to Tom for consulting, organizational challenges, or leadership coaching)Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Book: The Fearless Organization by Amy EdmondsonOrganization: BibleProject (Shout-out to Tim Mackie)Book: Renovation of the Heart by Dallas WillardResource: Soul Care Journal (Released last year in partnership with spiritual directors)Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome and Introduction01:35 – Tom’s final chapel message at Compassion International and concluding two decades of partnership05:36 – Navigating healthy organization culture: Why what you tolerate matters more than what you do07:15 – Niceness vs. Kindness in ministry cultures09:56 – High missional alignment and how it can mask systemic organizational data13:51 – "You teach what you know, you replicate who you are"14:28 – Diving into psychological safety and Amy Edmondson’s work16:15 – Trust as an outcome vs. a behavior17:54 – Crimson Tide, leadership accountability, and reconciliation over conflict resolution19:32 – The leadership wake: Results vs. relationships (Henry Cloud)20:32 – Toxic narratives and burnout in the Global South and young missional leaders24:06 – Modeling healthy work habits, setting boundaries, and email scheduling25:35 – Redefining spiritual practices and the discipline of active listening to understand30:22 – Sweetwater's approach: Cultural intelligence and the art of curiosity33:13 – Tom’s journey: Translating business strategy into ministry language40:02 – Early career lessons: Managing 800 employees at 27 and ego vs. talent43:19 – Scaling global partnerships at Boston Market and transitioning to HR leadership46:29 – Discovering Compassion International: How global ministry mirrors franchise systems50:50 – Looking ahead: Entering the "age of being a sage" through consulting and coaching52:13 – The greatest joy: Helping people flourish and changing a life at a Blockbuster Video review53:41 – The myth of the "self-made" leader and remembering the people who see you57:41 – Leader care vs. leadership development59:51 – Embracing a new way of life to combat rising non-profit burnout rates01:02:00 – Soul Care Journal Feature: "How would you describe the current state of your soul?"01:04:46 – Final thoughts for the "jet fuel drinkers": Permission granted to put your oxygen mask on first

  4. Jul 16

    Meet the Team Behind the Heartbeat of Soulcare w/ Daniel Norris + Josh & Jon Caliguire

    Meet the Soul Care Team: Stories, Burnout Prevention, and Sustainable Leadership Mindy Caliguire introduces members of the Soul Care team: Daniel (Kailua-Kona, Hawaii), Josh (Mazatlán, Mexico), and Jon (Oahu, Hawaii) She shares how each joined Soul Care and what they do, from marketing and technology to social media and front-facing support for individuals and organizations. They reflect on memorable feedback and impact, including global social media resonance, emails from subscribers, and a church staff using the Soul Health Assessment to create vulnerability, empathy, and new culture. The conversation explores organizational shifts toward staff wellbeing, subtle culture changes, and sustaining mission long term, including reflections on AI as a tool that should serve human flourishing. Each shares how Soul Care practices—especially reflection, journaling, and permission to receive support—have shaped their own lives, and they encourage listeners to pursue first things, course-correct before hitting a wall, and return attention to God who is near. 00:00 Welcome and Purpose 01:27 Meet Daniel in Hawaii 03:11 Josh Surfing Story 04:32 Josh Missions and Tea 08:03 Meet Jon Social Media 10:05 Team Roles and Impact 14:13 Stories From the Field 23:32 Wellbeing Goes Mainstream 30:31 Culture Shifts in Churches 38:28 Human Goals vs People 39:09 AI With Humans Centered 41:57 Layoffs or Human Amplification 44:50 Reflection and Journaling Rhythms 47:19 Integration of Formation and Leadership 52:02 Breaking the Invincibility Complex 59:52 Candle Lighters vs Jet Fuel 01:09:06 Lightning Round Listener Takeaways 01:15:25 Final Encouragement and Farewell Learn More about Soul Care at www.soulcare.com

  5. Jul 2

    The REVEAL Study: Why Church Activities Aren’t Making Disciples

    What if the things your church spends the most time and money on aren't actually helping people grow spiritually? That's exactly what the groundbreaking REVEAL research uncovered, and it changed the way thousands of churches think about discipleship. Mindy Caliguire sits down with her longtime friend and collaborator, the Reverend Dr. Nancy Lewis, an Anglican priest, research methodologist, and founder of Mission Metrics to unpack the surprising findings of REVEAL, explore the four stages of spiritual growth, and discuss what it really means to measure soul health. Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, or simply someone on your own spiritual journey, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and equip you with a new way of seeing spiritual formation. Chapters: 0:00 — Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Nancy Lewis 2:07 — Nancy's Background: Anglican Priest & Research Methodologist 5:38 — What Is REVEAL? The Study That Surprised Willow Creek 10:16 — High-Level Findings: What Actually Drives Spiritual Growth 15:03 — The Four Stages of Faith (Exploring Christ → Christ-Centered) 20:24 — Nancy's Deep Dive into the REVEAL Data 28:00 — The 8 Church Archetypes: Is Your Church Complacent, Troubled, or Vibrant? 34:37 — What Faith Leaders Should Know About Data & Research 41:38 — The Soul Health Assessment: Measuring What Matters 50:34 — What Sustains Nancy's Own Soul 52:58 — Leading Silent Retreats & Entering Silence Together 56:25 — Nancy's Favorite Part of Being a Priest 58:00 — A Final Blessing Resources Mentioned: REVEAL Research — Willow Creek's landmark spiritual growth study (revealforchurch.com) Mission Metrics — Dr. Nancy Lewis's research consultancy (missionmetrics.net) Christ Church Austin — Nancy's Anglican parish Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) — Mentioned as a formative discipleship context Soul Health Assessment — Mindy Caliguire's psychometrically validated spiritual formation tool (soulcare.com) Discovering Soul Care — Book by Mindy Caliguire (referenced: "Symptoms of Soul Health" and "Soul Neglect") Rhythms — Soul Care subscription resource mentioned by Mindy The Daily Office (Morning Prayer, Midday Prayer, Vespers, Compline) — Practiced on Nancy's silent retreats Lectio Divina, Examen, Solitude & Silence — Spiritual practices discussed University of Texas at Austin — Where Nancy teaches Survey Research Methods

  6. Jun 25

    Flourishing at The Intersection of Faith and Work w/ Steve French

    In this episode of Soul Care Conversations, Mindy Caliguire is joined by Steve French to explore the profound connection between spiritual formation and leadership in the marketplace. From high-stakes leadership in New York City to his work with the Harvard Human Flourishing Program, Steve shares insights on why the marketplace is a high calling and how practices like journaling, community, and humility are essential for a leader’s soul. In this episode, we discuss: The research behind human flourishing and why work is a vital pathway for it. A fresh perspective on Luke 5 and what it means to turn "ownership" over to God. The transformative power of forgiveness in professional environments. Practical rhythms for maintaining spiritual health in high-pressure roles. Chapters:0:00 — Introduction & Steve's Background 3:05 — Harvard Human Flourishing Program 7:26 — LifeWork Leadership Origin Story 11:31 — Faith, Work & the Purpose of Profit 14:14 — Jesus, Peter & the Theology of Business (Luke 5) 17:25 — Surrendering Ownership — What 'Leaving Everything' Really Means 28:38 — Soul Care in High-Stakes Leadership 29:31 — Spiritual Practices: Journaling, Community & Daily Surrender 36:08 — Leading The King's College Through Crisis 49:21 — Leadership Trauma & the Resistance to Receiving Care 1:08:39 — The Forgiveness Research — Its Impact on Flourishing 1:15:04 — Barna's Kinnaman: Work as the Last Institution People Haven't Given Up On 1:17:08 — Final Challenge: The Practice of Humility Resources Mentioned: LX Partners: https://lxpartners.org Harvard Human Flourishing Program: https://hfh.fas.harvard.edu Barna Group: https://barna.com Soul Care: https://soulcare.com Prayer of Surrender: Jesus,  i am a humble, lowly servant Take me; take all of me. Add anything, take anything away With any cost, with any price. Make me Yours completely, wholly. May i not be remembered for the shape of my face, or the way i wear my hair, or the people i know,  or the crowds i’ve addressed.  May i be known for loving You.  For carrying a dream.  For building bridges to the lost, and broken and hurting in this world.  May i live this day as if Jesus were in my place.  May everything accomplished in my simple life bring honor and glory to You.  Take my human faults and failures, and use them to remind those who know me  that only You are God, and i will always just be  (your name here). Connect with Steve French: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-french-0272b35/Facebook (LX Partners): https://www.facebook.com/LXPartners/ #SoulCare #Leadership #FaithAndWork #HumanFlourishing #SpiritualFormation #MarketplaceMinistry

  7. Jun 18

    The Performance Treadmill: Why High-Achievers Struggle with Stillness w/ Geneviève Kroeker

    In this episode, Mindy Caliguire sits down with Geneviève Kroeker, a leader at the CEO Forum, to discuss the often-isolated world of high-level executives and the transformative power of spiritual formation.   Geneviève Kroeker Geneviève shares her personal journey from a "conversational relationship" with God into a profound season of silence and physical suffering, revealing how God meets us in the "mud" of life to build a foundation deeper than surface-level success or "A + B = C" formulas. Chapters: 01:30 - Introductions and the "Unicorn" Reality of Marketplace Leaders 10:12 - Spiritual Formation in the Boardroom 12:12 - A Conversational Relationship with God 19:10 - When the Bottom Falls Out: Suffering and Disruption 29:58 - The Disorienting Silence of God 35:09 - Breaking the Spiritual Formula: Moving Beyond A + B = C 39:58 - The Solid Rock and Secondary Visions 43:03 - Practicing Stillness and Facilitating Encounters 50:21 - The Power of Vulnerability and Self-Disclosure 58:04 - The Ministry of Presence and the Unanxious Leader 01:05:27 - Looking Ahead and Closing Prayer Resources Mentioned: The CEO Forum: An organization serving CEOs and senior executives of companies with $100M+ in annual revenue. Books:   - This Too Shall Last by K.J. Ramsey.   - A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows Through Loss by Jerry Sitzer.   - Pain: The Gift Nobody Wants by Dr. Paul Brand and Philip Yancey.   - A Failure of Nerve: Leadership in the Age of the Quick Fix by Edwin Friedman.     Music/Hymns:   - On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand.   - Be Thou My Vision.

  8. Jun 11

    The Cost of "Yes" w/ Grant + Cheyanne Skeldon

    In this episode of the Soul Care Conversations Podcast, host Mindy Caliguire sits down with Grant and Cheyanne Skeldon to discuss the unique challenges facing high-capacity leaders in the modern age. They explore the intersection of spiritual formation and mission-driven leadership, specifically addressing how young leaders can navigate the pressures of the digital world without sacrificing their inner health. Grant shares his personal journey through burnout and a pivotal "second salvation" in his leadership health, while Cheyenne provides insights into using life planning and frameworks to find an activated, sustainable rhythm for ministry. Chapters: 0:00 - Opening prayer and the "occupational risk" of ministry 2:51 - Introducing Grant and Cheyenne Skeldon 4:18 - Cheyanne's journey into spiritual formation and soul care 5:51 - Grant's start in leadership and the "pity invite" that changed everything 11:03 - The myth that leadership must be lonely 13:54 - How soul care impacts personal relationships and shared ministry 17:42 - Biblical perspective: Was the Apostle Paul a healthy leader? 20:56 - The Mustang vs. the Turtle: Finding your natural pace 23:05 - What is Life Planning? Using a lattice for personal growth 28:56 - The power of noticing and the Culture Index assessment 32:18 - Reaching Gen Z: Big brother/sister seasons and new workshops 40:35 - Diagnosing burnout across four life domains 46:31 - Why processing the modern world in four-second clips leads to exhaustion 53:38 - The Brazil Story: When high-capacity leadership hits a breaking point 1:01:42 - Final thoughts on maintaining a healthy interior life Resources Mentioned: - The Patterson Center (Life Planning process) https://patersoncenter.com/ - Culture Index (Personality and work wiring assessment) https://www.cultureindex.com/ - The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Pete Scazzero https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Healthy-Leader-Transforming-Transform/dp/0310494575 - THINQ (Gabe Lyons) https://thinqmedia.com/ - Barna Group (David Kinnaman) https://www.barna.com/ - Way Church Nashville https://www.waychurch.com/ - Five-Fold Survey (APEST assessment) https://fivefoldministry.com/ - Jason Jackson (Gen Z Christian content creator) https://www.instagram.com/thejasonjacksonjr/?hl=en

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Soul Care Conversations is a space for honest conversations about caring for the soul in the midst of leadership, work, relationships, and everyday life. Hosted by Mindy Caliguire, each episode invites depth, reflection, and spiritual grounding—offering language, permission, and practices for living and leading from wholeness, especially for those navigating burnout, transition, or discernment.

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