In this episode, Bethany sits down with Kari Davis of The Well Team for a powerful conversation about holistic wellness, essential oils, stress, the nervous system, and creating a more peaceful home.

If you’re a mom who feels overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or like your body is constantly stuck in fight-or-flight mode, this conversation will give you some practical things to think about—not only in your own body, but also in the environment you’re creating inside your home.

Kari shares her personal journey into holistic health, including how grief, stress, and losing her husband at a young age led her to explore natural approaches to physical, emotional, and mental wellness. We talk about the connection between chronic stress and the nervous system, how synthetic fragrances and household products can add to our overall exposure to chemicals, and why simplifying your home may be more beneficial than trying to change everything at once.

We also dive into essential oils and aromatherapy, including how Kari uses oils to support emotional regulation, create a calmer environment, manage odors naturally, and replace some conventional household products. She explains why sourcing and quality matter and shares some of her favorite oils and blends for stress, focus, calming, and creating a more peaceful home.

And if the idea of “detoxing your home” sounds completely overwhelming—don’t worry. Kari gives us a much more realistic approach: start small, go room by room, remove synthetic fragrances first, simplify where you can, and give yourself plenty of grace.

We also talk about motherhood, ADHD, anxiety, grief, faith, community, and why wellness doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune or pursuing perfection.

• The connection between chronic stress and the nervous system • How synthetic fragrances and household products may affect your environment • Where to begin when you want to create a more non-toxic home • Essential oils and aromatherapy for emotional support • Why the quality and sourcing of essential oils matters • Simple swaps that can save money and reduce overwhelm • Supporting a family dealing with stress and ADHD • Creating a peaceful home without pursuing perfection • The role of prayer, breathing, community, and practical wellness • How to detox your home one room at a time

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This episode is for educational and informational purposes and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always do your own research and talk with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional about your individual health needs.

What does it actually mean to be happy—and should happiness even be something we’re chasing as Christian women?

I did what any curious person would do…I asked Google.

I looked up the top ways people say we can be happy, and then I compared those ideas with what the Bible actually says.

And here’s what I discovered: Scripture speaks into every one of them.

But when we slow down and compare Google’s advice with God’s Word, we find something much deeper than surface-level happiness.

Yes, relationships matter. Yes, gratitude changes our perspective. Yes, caring for our bodies matters. Yes, we’re called to serve others. And yes, Scripture tells us not to live consumed by worry.

But friend…none of those things can give you the lasting peace and joy your heart is really looking for.

In this episode, we’re taking what culture says about happiness and putting it through the truth of God’s Word.

We’ll talk about:

Why Christian moms need relationships—but can’t expect people to be their source How biblical gratitude is different from toxic positivity What Scripture says about caring for our bodies Why serving others can be life-giving—but also become people-pleasing The difference between setting our minds on truth and what the world calls mindfulness Why Jesus promises peace even when life isn’t peaceful The difference between happiness, biblical joy, and lasting peace Why you don’t need another strategy—you need Jesus

Because here’s the truth:

The Bible never promises us a happy life.

It promises something deeper.

Peace in chaos. Joy in hardship. Hope when we can’t see what’s next. Purpose in the ordinary. And a God who never leaves us.

And if you’ve never placed your faith in Jesus, I’ll also walk through the Gospel and what it means to have a real relationship with Him.

If you’re an overwhelmed, anxious, stressed-out Christian mom who is tired of trying to fix everything on your own and just wants real peace in the middle of real life, this episode is for you.

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If you’re stuck in overwhelm, stress, and fight-or-flight, I offer 1:1 Christian coaching to help you combine biblical truth with practical tools so you can begin moving back toward peace.

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What would happen if your worst nightmare became your reality? Would you still trust God?

In today's incredibly moving conversation, I'm joined by Mae Renfroe—a wife, homeschool mom of ten, author, podcast host, and speaker—who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her 14-year-old son in a tragic four-wheeler accident.

Mae opens up about the questions, grief, disappointment, and wrestling that followed, but even more importantly, she shares the supernatural peace God gave her in the middle of unimaginable pain. We talk about what it really means to trust God when life doesn't make sense, why our circumstances don't determine God's goodness, and how it's possible to experience joy and abundant life even after devastating loss.

If you've been battling anxiety, walking through grief, wondering why God allowed something painful to happen, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, I pray this episode reminds you that God has not abandoned you. His peace is real, His promises are true, and He is still working even when you can't see it.

I know this conversation encouraged me deeply, and I pray it does the same for you.

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