What’s holding you back from living free, and how can you finally move forward?

In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Rachael J. Gilbert, licensed therapist, speaker, podcast host, and author of Image Restored, to talk about the ways trauma and past experiences can keep us stuck. Rachael shares openly about her own journey of overcoming fear, insecurity, and emotional wounds, and she offers hope for restoration rooted in both faith and therapy. Whether you’re navigating old wounds, longing to understand your emotions, or searching for healing, this conversation will remind you that freedom and wholeness are possible.

Rachael J. Gilbert is a licensed professional counselor, speaker, podcast host, and author of Image Restored. She is passionate about helping women heal from emotional wounds, confront lies that hold them back, and step confidently into their God-given identity. Through her counseling practice, faith-filled resources, and powerful personal story, she guides women toward mental and emotional wellness rooted in Christ.

• How to identify what’s holding you back
• Practical steps for recognizing where you got stuck, and how to move forward
• Why both faith and therapy matter in the healing process
• The hope and promise of restoration

How This Episode Will Encourage You

If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you can’t break or pain you can’t shake, this episode will give you tools and encouragement to begin moving forward. You’ll be reminded that God has given you power, love, and a sound mind—and that healing and freedom are possible through both faith and practical steps.

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Are you living the life you actually want to live—or just the one you think you should?

In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Stephanie May Wilson to talk about releasing expectations, redefining success, and choosing a life aligned with God’s voice—not the world’s. She shares how she learned to recognize the unwritten rules she was living by, how God gives us agency to pivot when something needs to change, and why creating a meaningful life starts with courage and clarity. Whether you’re navigating a big transition, questioning your next steps, or tired of trying to meet everyone’s expectations, this episode will remind you that you’re allowed to dream—and build—a life you actually want to live.

Stephanie is an author, speaker, and top-rated podcast host who’s passionate about walking women through life’s biggest transitions with honesty and hope. She creates books, courses, and resources that help women release pressure, find direction, and take their next faithful step. Her work is rooted in the belief that life doesn't have to look a certain way to be meaningful—and her story is a powerful example of what it looks like to choose intention over expectation.

• How to identify and let go of the “supposed to” mindset
• What to do when you know something in your life needs to change
• The freedom and agency God gives you to make brave decisions
• How to discern your true desires and align your life accordingly
• The role of community and grace when stepping into a new season

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a life that doesn’t feel like your own, this episode will give you both the permission and practical steps to make a change. You’ll be reminded that God invites you into a co-creative journey—one filled with freedom, clarity, and purpose.

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Have you ever wondered if anxiety could actually be an invitation to draw closer to God?

In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Tucker, to talk about finding peace in the midst of anxiety. She shares about her journey of reframing anxiety through faith, offering insights on Christian meditation, biblical breath prayers, and practical tools for both adults and kids to navigate anxious moments. Whether you’re wrestling with worry, longing for stillness, or searching for ways to help your children feel secure, this episode will remind you that God’s peace is always within reach.

Jennifer is an artist, author, and speaker passionate about guiding others toward peace in the midst of anxiety. Her bestselling book, Breath as Prayer, introduced Christian breath prayer as a powerful tool for calming the mind and soul. Her newest release, Present in Prayer, explores the transformative practice of Christian meditation, offering a framework to experience God’s presence and peace in everyday life. Her story is a powerful example of how God can meet us in our mess and transform our hearts through His Word.

• How to see anxiety differently—as an invitation to rely on Christ
• Practical spiritual practices for finding peace in anxious moments
• How to help your kids navigate worry and stress with faith-based tools
• Why stillness and silence are essential for intimacy with God
• How meditating on Scripture can rewire thought patterns and bring healing

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or fear, this episode will give you practical tools and spiritual encouragement to find peace in God’s presence. You’ll be reminded that Jesus meets you right where you are, transforms anxious hearts, and invites you into His perfect peace.

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