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Hey y’all, welcome to Sunday Solace here on Grit, Grace & Transformation and soon to be Midlife Renewal, a podcast for the woman navigating change, craving clarity, and longing to feel grounded in her mind, body, and soul. Men ~ you’re also welcome! I’m Rachael, your Host and Incite Transformation Life Coach. Go ahead and grab your coffee and your water.

This is Sunday Solace — let’s renew your mind today.

One of the most famous psychology experiments is the Harvard “Invisible Gorilla” study. Participants watch a video of people passing basketballs and are told to count how many times the ball is passed.

Because they’re so focused on the task, they completely miss a giant person in a gorilla suit walking right through the scene.

The lesson? The brain filters out anything that doesn’t match what we’re already focused on. Not because we’re unaware people — but because our attention narrows to fit our internal expectations.

And here’s the spiritual truth: If we’re focused on fear, lack, stress, and unworthiness… that’s all we’ll see. But if we focus on God’s goodness, hope, and truth our reality expands.

Scriptures:

Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Isaiah 26:3 — “You keep her in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You.

Proverbs 23:7 — “As she thinks within herself, so she is.”

2 Corinthians 10:5 — “Take every thought captive.”

If this blessed you in any way, I would love for you to share it with a friend, and rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts.

And if you’re ready for deeper support, clarity, and transformation, you can visit me at https://ggtlife.com/ and send me a message directly through the website.

My coaching packages are 50% off this month for a holiday special — something I’ve never done before — because I want you to enter the new year grounded, strengthened, and renewed. Thank you all for listening today ~ wishing you a wonderful holiday season.

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Rachael D. Arnold, M.Ed., Certified Incite Life Coach
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Good morning, y'all … welcome to another episode of Sunday Solace.
I’m your host, Rachael & It’s the Sunday after Thanksgiving ~ the world is already shifting.
Leftover goodies still in the fridge, and y’all will have to message me and let me know some of things that you made with the leftovers. I have heard of potato cakes the next morning from the leftover mashed potatoes, and many other goodies. By the way, of my favorite things on the dinner table were always my Grammy’s homemade noodles, and we would have that for the next couple of days after Thanksgiving. And now, Here we are, the last day of November ~ everything has become twinkling lights, the smells of pine and peppermint and the sounds of Christmas music.

Before we get swept up by lists, expectations that we place upon ourselves and others, and obligations… I want to invite you into a space of holy stillness.

This is Sunday Solace, and I am inviting you into a space to practice reflection, and the gentle return of wonder.

What if this season isn’t about performing ~ let us look at this from a different perspective. What if It’s about receiving. You’re probably thinking, “Rachael, its about giving!”

Let’s anchor ourselves in Isaiah 9:6:

“For unto us a Child is born… and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

And Luke 2:19:

“But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.”

Mary paused. Mary reflected. Mary held space for what was to come. That is the invitation you and I are stepping into today.

“What do I want this season to FEEL like?”
Not what you want to do, but what you want to carry with you.

When you set values-based intentions, you have the opportunity to lead your Holiday season instead of letting the Holiday season lead you.

One of the most beautiful parts of Christmas is wonder.
Children feel it effortlessly. Adults often lose it. One of my favorite movies that I have to watch every Christmas season sometime during the month of December is The Polar Express. If you have not watched this movie, it’s one I recommend.

December represents much ~ the Birth of Christ for many, the ending of a year, and the beginning of a new one. Take this time now to think about what you want to be different next year, how do you want it to be better. What do you not want to carry with you into 2026, and what do you want to keep? Go back through the podcast, and pull up the episodes regarding Values-Based Choices vs. Habit-Based Decisions, and work through those exercises.

Let this December feel different ~ allow yourself to be guided by intention.
Let our homes be places of warmth and grace ~ the same way Mary treasured the miracle unfolding before her. Welcome this season with reverence and joy.

If today brought you comfort, clarity, or simply a moment to breathe deeply, I hope you'll share it with someone who matters to you.

As we step into December, if you're looking to set intentions grounded in values, I'd love to support you. You can reach me at 970.279.1818 or visit GGTLife.com for coaching and upcoming resources.

This Holiday season, I am doing something I have never done before, coaching packages are 50% off—a gift you can give yourself or someone you love. Please message me with Holiday50.

Welcome to the beginning of the Christmas season. I'm cheering you on every step of the way. Until next time.

Rachael D. Arnold, M.Ed., Certified Incite Life Coach
970.279.1818

https://ggtlife.com/

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Good morning, y’all… and Happy Thanksgiving. I’m your host, Rachael & I know how busy today gets.
But right here, right now… let’s create a little sanctuary together.

Before the turkey goes in the oven…
Before the house wakes up…
Before the tablecloth is ironed and the mashed potatoes start flying… grab your coffee and your water with the baja gold mineral salt ~ Let’s begin.

I want to invite you into a moment of quiet sacredness.
A moment to breathe in God’s presence and remember what truly matters on this day of gratitude.

Let’s anchor the morning with Philippians 4:7:

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

And Colossians 3:14:

“And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.”

Let’s bring in some coaching for a moment.

There are reasons people cannot hear each other today and we discussed this on last Sunday’s episode:

• They want the other person to change their mind
• They’re afraid that listening looks like agreeing
• They’re too distracted by what they don’t want to feel

Values-based intentions ~ shifts everything.

• “My intention is to create peace, presence and compassion”
• “My intention is to be present without judging.” This one is sometimes extremely difficult, especially if you were raised in a home where there was only one right way to do something….

When your intention is rooted in your values — not your fears, not the past, not old patterns, you change the entire emotional dynamic in the room. You become the thermostat, not the thermometer.

If this episode blessed you, please share it with someone you love.
Rate and review it on Apple Podcasts ~ this blesses me big time, and it helps reach others.

And if you're ready to go deeper with values-based living —
with clarity, intention, and emotional peace —
I’d love to walk with you.
You can reach out to me directly at 970.279.1818
or send a message through GGTLife.com.

This Holiday season, I am doing something I have never done before, coaching packages are 50% off—a gift you can give yourself or someone you love. Please message me with Holiday50.

Happy Thanksgiving, my friends.
I’m sending you the sacred side dishes that never run out. Until next time.

Rachael D. Arnold, M.Ed., Certified Incite Life Coach
970.279.1818

https://ggtlife.com/