

Finding Hope
Laura Bell
Welcome to the Y'all podcast. I am your host, Laura Jean Bell. In this space I will share stories about Life, Jesus and the South. Stories of the past and the ones still being written, to instill hope without fear of the future. Meet with me around the table sharing tales of the lives of others, of business,risk, and stories that turned from pain to a hope filled future. Let go of the fear that hopelessness is your destiny and fill up on the encouragement that mercies are new each day.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
Unpacking the truth about women's wellness with Fallon Lee.
Welcome to the Finding Hope podcast, where we just wrapped up a profound conversation with Fallon Lee on the intersection of bodily wellness and the pitfalls of diet culture. We dove deep into why seeing the body as a system is crucial, especially amid thyroid issues and hormonal imbalances. Fallon shared her personal struggle with dietary extremes, underscoring the damage wrought by diet obsessions. Fallon illuminated her path to food freedom, highlighting the dangers of low-calorie diets and the healing power of whole foods. Together, we dismantled myths equating thinness with health, urging a societal shift towards sustainable health standards for women. Tune in to this transformative episode to uncover the importance of nourishing our bodies with kindness and balance. Join us on the Finding Hope podcast, where hope and healing go hand in hand.
Fallon's Table Cookbook
Hormone Healing E book
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Jan 18, 2024 • 46min
Breaking Free From Crunchy Culture with Reyna Wilson
Welcome to another uplifting episode of "Finding Hope," I'm your host, Laura Bell. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the inspiring Reyna Wilson, a military wife and mother who turned her quest for wellness during pregnancy into a mission to help other women. Reyna, a certified pre/postnatal trainer and health coach, shares her journey through the overwhelming world of wellness information, military healthcare, and full-time ministry to create a restful space for women navigating similar paths.
In today’s episode, “Finding Hope with Reyna Wilson,” we dive deep into the issues of crunchy culture, adrenal health, and finding our spiritual foundation for true rest. Reyna offers invaluable advice on embracing our natural rhythms, understanding our bodies, and the importance of setting boundaries in the noisy world of social media. We’ll tackle the challenges of mom shaming, comparison, and maintaining our identity amidst the chaos.Reyna also gives us a sneak peek at her upcoming ventures, including her website "livingwiselywell.com,” and her podcast "If Only I Were Wiser." We'll explore the concept of biblical rest as Reyna introduces her new book, "Return to Rest." It's a conversation full of heartfelt wisdom, practical advice, and, of course, hope for every listener seeking contentment and balance in life.
Join us as we learn how to align our rest with our menstrual cycle, build a community for accountability, and ultimately, how to return to rest. Stay tuned for an episode that promises to fill your cup and equip you with the tools to navigate life's pressures with grace and faith.
About the speaker:
Reyna Wilson is a beacon of holistic well-being with a rich background in health and fitness. After recognizing the dissonance between conventional food and nutrition wisdom and her own understanding of wellness, Reyna carved a niche for herself in the digital world. She has created an online sanctuary where women are invited to explore the vast landscape of wellness. In Reyna's space, they can freely delve into the realms of mental, physical, and spiritual health. With innate empathy, she acknowledges the persistent overwhelm many face upon disconnecting from the online world. Reyna's mission is to provide tools and insights to navigate these challenges, ensuring that her audience not only engages with her platform but also leaves equipped to integrate wellness into the fabric of their everyday lives.
Links:
LauraBell.co
Hormone healing E book!
Reyna's website
Reyna's guide to return to rest
Reyna's Podcast

Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 8min
Understanding your worth by understanding your past with Tori Hein
Tori is a down to earth communicator, coach, and Bible teacher who engages people with her authenticity, humor, and passion for God and His word. Whether on stage speaking, coaching her clients, or sitting snuggled on a couch with a friend, her goal is to move others toward God in their story and live for eternity, now. Her journey as a work-from-home mom began in support of her husband, Matt, and his traveling band, I AM THEY. After almost a decade-long career in online sales and health coaching, while also balancing motherhood, ministry, and homeschooling, Tori felt herself reaching a point of burnout. God met her with one question: "Are you working from worth, or for it?" Realizing she had placed much of her identity in the results she was producing for God rather than in the God she was working for, this began a two-year journey of healing from chronic stress and striving that led to her online course and mentorship program, "Work from Worth" that was launched in 2021. Tori has a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies through Calvary Chapel Bible College and is a certified life coach through Transformational Leadership Coaching International and will complete her trauma-informed coaching certification through Freedom Movement in 2023. Her and her husband, Matt, and two children, Micaiah and Amara, live in the Tennessee countryside just south of Nashville and serve at the The Belonging Co in Columbia, TN. https://stan.store/LauraJBell91/p/get-my-e-book-30-days-to-hormone-healing Link to Hormone Healing E Book!

Aug 10, 2023 • 1h 1min
overcoming obstacles, processing grief, and single parenthood with Melissa Crouch
Thanks again for listening to the Finding Hope Podcast today! If you want to follow along with Melissa and all the amazing things she does, you can folow her on IG at @melissaannmariee or you can listen to her podcast, Girl, Youre glowing! Links from the show: Hormone Healing E book https://stan.store/LauraJBell91

Jun 20, 2023 • 1h 25min
Farming, eating, and living within God's design: An interview with Joel Salatin
Today's episode with Joel Salatin breaks down what regenerative farming is, inflation, food shortages, and how to live, farm and eat within God's design. When we trust the land to provide for us and work alongside it, it always will. Joel talks on the importance of hard work, determination, and eating the food God gave us! Find Joel on IG https://www.instagram.com/joel_salatin/ OR Polyfacefarms.com

Jun 6, 2023 • 1h 15min
Trusting God with your future: An interview with Stephanie and Nick Holden
Today on the podcast I have Stephanie and Nick Holden. Nick is the pastor of Briggs Chapel Church in Porterville Mississippi. Together the two of them shepherd their community and have built a beautiful foundation of faith not only in Porterville but also as they travel and evangelize around the southeast. I started following along with their journey through Stephanie (also known as Honey Holden on IG) in about 2015 after hearing her testimony of faith and her story of coming to know christ. To know them is to love them and be loved by them. It is a gift and privilege to sit at their feet today and hear their story. So, without dragging this on anymore, here is Stephanie and Nick Holden Find Stephanie: https://www.instagram.com/honeyholden/ Find Nick: tinysa.com/solo/pastornickholden Join the speak life collective here! https://stan.store/LauraJBell91/p/join-the-collective-5zbrm

May 23, 2023 • 51min
Finding friendships as an adult with Rachel Awtrey
Rachel Awtrey is a wife, mama of 2, blooger, influencer, and podcast host of Behind the Bliss. Today on the podcast she shares her life, her heart and the art of finding friendships and a village in adulthood. Join us today as we chat and share our hearts! Thanks for being here! Where to find Rachel https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/thebehindtheblisspodcast/

May 9, 2023 • 38min
Believing that God is good with Melodie Malone
Melodie is a vocalist and band member of Passion. Along with Kristian Stanfill and Brett Younker, Melodie helps to lead and carry the music born out of the Passion Movement, which has over two decades of impact. She leads worship on Sundays at Passion City Church, at many other Passion events, and is heavily involved in The Grove, PCC’s ministry to the women of Atlanta. About Passion: A movement founded by Louie and Shelley Giglio in 1995, Passion has been rooted in the truth of Isaiah 26:8–“Yes Lord, walking in the way of Your truth we wait eagerly for You, for Your name and Your renown are the desire of our hearts”–existing to glorify God by uniting students in worship, prayer, and justice for spiritual awakening in this generation. Passion has ushered in the writing, recording, and leading of some of the most recognizable and unforgettable worship anthems of this generation and is led by Kristian Stanfill, Brett Younker, Melodie Malone, and a new wave of voices including Sean Curran and Chidima. Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Crowder, Christy Nockels, andmore have also lent their voices alongside Passion throughout the years.Passion’slatest full-length album, “I’ve Witnessed It,” was recorded live at Passion 2023, whichwas held in two locations with more than 30,000 students in attendance across the twoevents. The first gathering in Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX at Dickies Arena, followed by Passion's home base in Atlanta, GA at State Farm Arena. With more than 3.3Billion global streams, 3 RIAA Certified Gold Singles including“Glorious Day,” “Even So Come,”and“One Thing Remains” and a multitude of chart-topping singles such as “BuildMy Life,” “God, You’re So Good,” “How Great Is OurGod,” “God Of This City,” and “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord),” listeners across the world continue to be impacted by the music of Passion.

Apr 25, 2023 • 1h 13min
Healing endometriosis naturally with Kori Meloy
Kori Meloy, a health educator who healed her debilitating endometriosis, shares invaluable insights from her journey. She emphasizes the importance of holistic care over conventional methods, revealing how metabolic health and mineral balance transformed her life. Kori discusses dietary shifts that improved her symptoms, such as incorporating high-quality proteins and adrenal cocktails. She also explores the emotional roots of weight retention and the significance of minerals for hormonal health, providing practical tips for women seeking to reclaim their well-being.

Apr 11, 2023 • 45min
Entertaining Angels with Anne Neilson
Anne Neilson is a well known artist who is known for her ethereal Angel Series, which are inspiring reflections of her faith and recognized for their stunning use of color. Anne shares on the podcast the story of becoming an artist, author, and gallery owner. The ways she gives back through art and the stories of angel and divine encounters on her walk with Jesus. Don't miss such a powerful episode! Where to find Anne: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anneneilsonhome/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anneneilsonhome/ Website: https://anneneilsonhome.com/pages/about-anne#


