In this episode, we’re diving into what it really means to choose life—even in the middle of discouragement, anxiety, or hidden struggles. I’m sharing a personal story from the past two weeks... and what helped me get unstuck and find joy again.

You’ll hear:

• The sneaky ways we can choose "death" in our thoughts and habits
• What choosing life looks like practically (hint: it's NOT simply pretending everything’s fine)
• What it means to choose life spiritually, according to Deuteronomy 30:15-16

💌 Don’t miss the special surprise at the end of the episode just for listeners!

TIMESTAMPS

[01:12] Inspo for today's topic

[01:55] Ways we inadvertently choose "death"

[02:21] Personal story

[04:13] Choosing Life is not toxic positivity or "pretending" everything's fine

[05:15] Practical ways to choose life in thoughts, habits, and everyday situations

[09:32] What we need to know about choosing life spiritually...especially if feeling weighed down or missing joy or intimacy with God

[10:39] Choose Life Challenge

[11:30] Free Surprise!!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

With depressive thoughts, listen to a few sad songs to connect with how you're feeling, but don't stay there for hours. Increase the beat a bit and consider incorporating more positive music as the playlist goes on...might even try worship music.

We do the opposite of what fear tells us to do. If fear tells us to hide and avoid, then we choose to go and be seen.

Choosing life is choosing to bring hidden habits and sins into the light.

DISCLAIMER

I am a licensed professional counselor, however this podcast (and the info shared on my blogs and social media) is not therapy. It is for informational purposes only; this is not a professional therapy relationship; and it is not personal advice to your specific situation. If you wonder whether professional counseling may be helpful for you in this season of life, check out this article that outlines when you might need to seek the help of a professional counselor and how to find a good one: https://shelleyspence.com/how-to-find-a-christian-counselor

LINKS

Download your FREE Choose Life: Journaling Guide:

cheerful-founder-6991.kit.com/chooselife

How to Find a Christian Counselor:

https://shelleyspence.com/how-to-find-a-christian-counselor

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NEXT EPISODE:

We'll answer the question: How do I know if it's God's voice or the enemy's or my own?

Until then, I’m cheering you on as you break free from what’s holding you back and keeping you stuck.