It’s inevitable that our parents shape us – for good and bad. Andrew talked about growing up in a home where his dad shut down his emotions and his mother was unable to be present to him. It inevitably set the tone for how he would approach his own life and emotions. But there’s something unjust in...

In this compelling sermon, Pastor Rich Villodas delves into the often-overlooked realm of our internal fears and emotions. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing these inner struggles to experience genuine spiritual growth and freedom. Drawing from biblical teachings, Villodas...

In this heartfelt talk, Lo Alaman shares his personal journey through pain, healing, and renewal in Christ. With raw honesty and poetic clarity, he explores how grief, struggle, and injustice can become sacred spaces where God meets us. Drawing on Scripture and lived experience, Lo invites...

In this powerful personal testimony, former professional tennis player Paula Umaña shares her journey through sudden paralysis, painful uncertainty, and miraculous healing. As her body shut down, her faith ignited, leading her to discover the presence of God in suffering, the love of community, and...

Do you believe you have value? Why? It’s a shocking question because we all might want to say: “Yes, of course.” But maybe someone secretly thinks: I don’t actually know . And others: “I don’t have value.” (or I am not valuable.) How do we decide these measurements in life? Do we have value when or...

Sometimes, settling down with a good book (or audio book!) can transform your heart just as much as an authentic chat with a friend or a fruitful therapy session. Below I hope to offer a concise and practical list of books on healing and personal retreat; however, it is important to note that this...

Nicole Vignola, a neuroscientist and organizational psychologist, explains how deeply rooted beliefs can limit our potential and keep us trapped in patterns of thought. These perceptions, often shaped by our upbringing and environment, aren’t necessarily our own—but they can be changed. Nicole...

Most people think emotions happen to them. In reality, emotions are signals—and you can learn to manage them. In this clip, I break down how emotions move from the limbic system, where they’re generated, to the prefrontal cortex, where you can interpret, direct, and act on them wisely. This is the...

As we navigate the world and what it means to be human, we also navigate the internal structures within us: the ties between our heart, mind, and body. This exploration of 'how the body keeps the score' is a way for us to better understand how we specifically see and interact with the world -- and...