

Holy & Hormonal
Kim Gargano
Holy & Hormonal is your new faith-based podcast where our host, Kim Gargano, kicks the door wide open on topics that are not typically spoken about in the Church, like how your period affects your faith. But seriously, can we talk about how hard it is to be holy when your hormones are raging?? From girl talk, to relationships and dating, to navigating life in your 20s, we are going to get real and vulnerable so you feel encouraged to step into your God-given calling and live freely in Jesus name!
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Nov 28, 2024 • 39min
S2 EP6. Do Less, Rest More
Why is it so hard for us women to rest? Did you know that the word "rest" is used 275 times in the Bible? From Genesis to Revelation we see rhythms of rest and work. Why is it that when Jesus commands us to stop striving, to be still, and to be present with Him that we all of the sudden find every excuse not to? Why is it so important anyways... and the golden question, how does rest affect our hormones and overall health?

Nov 21, 2024 • 32min
S2 EP5. PMDD, PMS, & How it Affects our Faith
PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is not nearly talked about enough. It affects so much of our daily life, and especially our walk with Jesus. So let's dive into symptoms, diagnoses, prevention, and how to seek Jesus through the mood swings.
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Nov 14, 2024 • 34min
S2 EP4. How Do I Know He's "The One"
Let's dive right into this hot take.. is there really "the one"? We're going to talk about idolatry, love being a choice, and how the Lord showed me that my husband was the man I should marry.
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Nov 7, 2024 • 39min
S2 EP3. Jealousy Will Ruin your Life
Let's talk about jealousy, envy, and coveting. Scripture tells us Thou shall not covet. But, how we actually step out of jealousy and into servant-heartedness? What can we practically do to shift the focus from me, me, me, to you, you, you.
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Oct 31, 2024 • 33min
S2 EP2. Navigating Lust in Ovulation (Temptation, Porn & Self Pleasure)
This conversation dives into the challenges of navigating lust during hormonal ups and downs. The hosts discuss balancing spiritual faith with the biological pull of desire. Personal encounters with temptation are shared, highlighting the importance of prayer, wise counsel, and community support. Key differences between love and lust are explored, emphasizing the value of commitment within marriage. Lifestyle tips, such as cycle syncing and managing screen time, offer practical advice for emotional well-being on this journey toward grace.

Oct 24, 2024 • 41min
S2 EP1. The Wedding, Honeymoon, & Adjusting to Married Life
Welcome BACK to Holy & Hormonal - SEASON 2 BABYYY!!!
To kick off this new season we gotta talk about the wedding, the honeymoon, and how adjusting to married life has been (oh yeah, I'm a wife now!) We also chat about what's to come in future episodes: lust and desire with raging hormones, boundaries, PMDD, coming off of birth control after 10 years. We have a LOT to chat about girlies.
Find me on IG: @holyandhormonalpodcast

Jul 25, 2024 • 39min
S1 EP11. How God's Been Preparing Me for Marriage
Sad tears as this is the last episode of Season 1! Where did these last 11 weeks go?! In our final episode, I share my journey of how God has been preparing me for marriage, and get honest with the highs and lows of engagement.
Since I'm getting married in September, Season 2 will pick up in October. It's time to rest and plan this wedding!!
As always, keep up with me on IG + TT: @holyandhormonalpodcast.
SEE U ALL SOON ILY!!! xoxo

Jul 18, 2024 • 56min
S1 EP10. A Biblical Approach to Nutrition & Cycle Syncing (Food Freedom & Spiritual Practices for Each Phase with Abbie Stasior)
Diet culture is hurting our souls. In this episode, we dive headfirst into dieting, nutrition, body image, and how to approach cycle syncing from a healthy perspective. Abbie Stasior MS, RD, CIEC is a non-diet registered dietitian for Christian women based out of Nashville, TN! After getting her Masters in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology from Columbia University, completing her Dietetic Internship at Vanderbilt University, and becoming a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, she now helps women heal their relationship with food, exercise & body with a non-diet, intuitive eating, and faith-based approach. She is the Founder & Lead Dietitian at Your Daily Bread Co and the co-host of Your Daily Bread Podcast. Abbie shares her wisdom and expertise and gives us practical tips of how to cycle sync spiritual practices. You can find her on IG + TT at @abbie.stasior.

Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 7min
S1 EP9. My Testimony (Hospitalizations, New Age Practices, & a Traumatic Breakup)
Before we dive any further into the pod, it's time to hear the full story of how Jesus saved Kim's life. From a priest walking in on her using the restroom in 2nd grade, to getting diagnosed with a chronic autoimmune disease, to encountering Jesus on the bathroom floor during a breakup phone call, Kim doesn't hold any details back. She shares her experiences with new age practices, talks about her OCD and PTSD, and shares the story of how God was present through every season. Get your tissues ready because this episode is emotional, vulnerable, and powerful.

Jul 4, 2024 • 49min
S1 EP8. Endometriosis from a Naturopath (Getting Diagnosed, Healing & Living Freely with Kimberly Kushner)
What is Endometriosis? How do I know if I have it? How can I fix it? Kimberly Kushner is a proud mom of three boys and a highly qualified naturopath and clinical nutritionist. Her health journey began at 11 with painful periods and digestive troubles. After years of being passed from doctor to doctor, she finally saw an endometriosis expert 12 years later. A laparoscopy revealed adenomyosis, endometriosis lesions, chocolate cysts, and adhesions, which were removed from her bowel, bladder, uterus, pelvic ligaments, and ovaries. Finally receiving a diagnosis was a huge relief. Since then, Kimberly has navigated many challenges and now manages her health drug-free with a personalized holistic approach. She passionately helps other women with endometriosis, using her skills, knowledge, and expertise to offer genuine care and support. You can find her on Instagram @endonaturopath. Let's dive into this episode!