This episode is part one of a two-part conversation on having a foundational understanding of grief. If you have ever been angry with God, filled with pain and a million questions, this episode is for you. What we believe about God changes everything. Join Bridgett Blood and Wanda Walborn for this incredible conversation. Dr. Wanda Walborn served at Nyack College for 23 years in the roles of Residence Director, Director of Spiritual Formation, Adjunct Professor and Institutional Professor of Spiritual Formation at Alliance University and Alliance Theological Seminary in New York City. Wanda is also the Founder and Executive Director of Empower, a certificate program for women that equips women in Bible, Theology, Spiritual Formation and Mentoring (empowerww.org). She is the author of the book and leader’s guide, Spiritual Journey, Can I Really Get Close to God? Wanda lives out her passion of mentoring emerging leaders and in her free time, she enjoys reading, the outdoors, walking, spending time with her family and good coffee! Learn more about Wanda and what she does:  https://www.walbornleadership.com https://empowerww.org/ Grab a copy of Wanda’s book- Spiritual Journey: Can I Really Get Close to God?

Have you ever worried you would miss God's calling for your life? What if calling isn't as complicated or fancy as we were taught in youth group? In today's conversation, Bridgett shares a conversation with Lauren Mathues about how to live in your calling wherever you are and how to embrace the wild adventure of building a beautiful life with God! Lauren Mathues is a dating coach for Christian singles who find modern dating mysterious. Through the wisdom of Scripture, inside from her personal experience, and thoughtful application of social happenings and movements, Lauren guides her clients to confidently engage in the dating process, grounding themselves and who got to call them to be, and ultimately, finding the love they've been longing for. Connect with Lauren: Instagram - @laurenmathues Website - www.laurenmathues.com Join the Virtual Community - https://laurenmathues.com/christian-singles-dating-roadmap/

In this episode, Bridgett Blood shares a conversation with Tara Riggs about understanding our attachment styles and how they impact our relationships. Tara Riggs is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MT #3969) in the State of Florida having graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Tara is a Level 3 AEDP Therapist which is a model that integrates elements of emotional mindfulness and regulation, attachment science, somatic experiencing, and inner child or “parts” work. In addition, she holds Certification as an Emotionally-Focused Therapist and Supervisor specializing in helping couples who disconnect due to communication problems, attachment injuries, codependency, and libido differences. Tara counsels in her private practice, Innerlight Counseling Collective, serves people with unwanted sexual behaviors and low desire through Unwanted with Jay Stringer, facilitates intensive retreats through Omnia Trauma Healing, and is in the process of writing her first book. As a healing healer and fellow sojourner, Tara knows the transformation and wholeness that can come through counseling and considers the space sacred. Tara is married to her husband of 18 years, James, and is the mother of two active and insightful boys, Michael and Kingston. They reside in the suburbs of Pensacola, Florida and enjoy spending their down time at the beach, kayaking the river, camping, and hiking. Connect more with Tara: Website Instagram Facebook Learn More about Women of Desire Groups

In this special Q&A episode, Bridgett is asked some silly and serious questions from her Ohio bestie, Julie Crites. They talk about southern biscuits, the bravery of pursuing a dream, asking for connection, Bridgett's dislike of driving and so much more! If you have questions you would like Bridgett to answer on a future Q&A episode go ahead and DM us at @recoveryourlife.co on Instagram or email recoveryourlifeconsulting@gmail.com

ZACHARY WAGNER is a writer, researcher, ordained minister––thinker of thoughts and feeler of feelings. Originally from the Chicagoland area, he now lives in Oxford, England, where he is pursuing a DPhil (PhD) in New Testament studies at Keble College, University of Oxford. He also serves as the editorial director of the Center for Pastor Theologians, where he co-hosts the CPT Podcast. In this conversation, Zach Wagner and Bridgett Blood talk about learning a kinder story for masculinity, building healthy male/female friendships and living deeply connected to our sexuality in a way that honors God, self and others. Connect with Zach: Twitter: @zacharycwagner Instagram: @zacharycwagner Website: https://www.zacharycwagner.com/

Vanesa Alcantara is an author, speaker and the founder of the Soul Scan women’s conference. Vanesa has served in ministry alongside her husband Ernesto since 2012. Vanesa and Ernesto Alcantara have three beautiful children – Sarai, Zoelle & Samuel. Vanesa earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Bible from Nyack College. Vanesa is passionate about empowering women to walk more closely with God. Her desire is to continue to enlighten, enrich, and encourage women to engage in a journey of inner healing and personal growth for God’s Glory.

Rev. Dr. Amy Davis Abdallah served as Professor of Practical Theology and Worship at Alliance University (formerly Nyack College) for more than two decades, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring many, and coordinating chapels. Amy is currently Professor of Worship for the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. She preaches and teaches for churches, conferences, and other ministries in the United States and internationally. One of her delights is leading yearly trips with students, and other passionate adults, in the Footsteps of Paul in Greece, a transformative experience that brings the Bible to life. Amy is a firm believer that rituals are transformative and powerful, and this led her to most recently write Meaning in the Moment: How Rituals Help Us Move Through Joy, Pain, and Everything in Between. Amy is also the founder and director of Woman: A Rite of Passage, an empowering mentoring program designed to facilitate the transforming journey of Christian womanhood by developing participants’ relationship with God, themselves, others, and creation. After helping university women discover identity, engage body and spirit, and empower voice for more than a decade. Woman is now a video curriculum available to churches and other organizations. Her various writings have been featured in Everbloom and The Wonder Years, and by Christianity Today, CBE International, Redbud Writers Guild, InterVarsity Fellowship, and Missio Alliance. Outside of teaching, writing, leading and preaching, you'll find Amy beside a campfire, growing something green, climbing a mountain, traveling around the world, or enjoying good food with friends. She loves all kinds of beauty, mentors many, adventures in cities and on trails, and is a wife and the mama of two boys.

Jared is a pastor at City Hope Church in Alabama. For the last 13 years, in one form or another, he’s been involved in student ministry. As a pastor or as a speaker traveling and speaking to students across the country. His drive and commitment to serving the local church and his community is superseded only by his love for his family and the people he is fortunate enough to serve alongside. Find out more about Eden Church Houston or follow Jared on Instagram ⁠ ______________ Visit Bridgett's ⁠website⁠ or join the fun on ⁠Instagram.

As an artist and life consultant, Christa Parodi guides people from performance and perfection to compassionate presence and play. She loves helping others find their voice. She hosts Saturday School Workshops and small groups focusing on connecting while creating an art journal. Christa also leads one on one life consulting sessions. And is nuts about cold plunging and playing the game Catch Phrase.  Learn more about Christa on her website or follow her on Instagram.  Resources from today’s show:  The Inheritance blessing by Graham Cooke ⁠ ______________ Visit Bridgett's ⁠website⁠ or book a ⁠coaching session⁠! Or join the fun on ⁠Instagram.

Emily Austin grew up in a small town on a hay farm in Florida. Her coffee dream was planted in 2013 and has been organically developing ever since. She was a first-time barista in 2015 at a nonprofit coffee shop. Then years later after moving to Nashville, the dream reawakened in 2019. Vision poured out early in 2020 when she decided to actively pursue creating a place of refuge. What began as a blog to share vision, then turned into a growing side business.  In 2023, she took another step to transition out of the corporate world to pursue being a full-time entrepreneur. Emily has 12+ years of working in the event/hospitality industry as well as having various program management roles. "No matter where I’ve been, the common thread through each season of my life has been creating relationships, caring for others and connecting with people (often over a cup of coffee). It is my hope to invite all people, no matter their story, to experience belonging, safety and love. And that as you experience Asulon, you’re compelled to extend a sense of refuge to others!"  Asulon Collective is a woman-owned, small business that caters craft coffee and conversation to foster deeper connection. Cultivating connection helps relationships thrive and builds stronger communities! The coffee cart services the greater Nashville, Tennessee area with options of a mobile espresso, drip coffee or cold brew bar! Unique conversation cards are offered to foster deeper connection. Single-origin Guatemalan coffee is featured on the cart and available online as well.  Learn more about Asulon Collective on their website or follow along on Instagram or Facebook.