Our guest this week is writer, teacher, and spiritual director in training, Marie Griffith. Several years ago, Marie went through a season of untangling her faith from man-made traditions and came to know Jesus in a new way. She guides others in their spiritual formation, helps them know themselves and God better, and journeys with them through the stages of faith. She earned an MA in Christian Spiritual Formation and Leadership from Friends University in May and paused her work toward an MDiv at Wesley Seminary while she completes her spiritual director training.To connect with Marie: https://spiritualdirectionwithmarie.com/In this episode:2:09 Finding real friendships online6:46 Thanksgiving conversation26:00 Introducing Marie Griffith43:16 How do I find a Spiritual Director?47:02 How do I prepare to meet with a Spiritual Director?49:15 Do I pay a Spiritual Director?Resources:Grafted Life.orgLeadership Transformations.orgBooks Mentioned:When Narcissism Come to Church by Chuck DeGroatCandlelight: Illuminating the Art of Spiritual Direction by Susan PhillipsHoly Listening by Margaret Guenther God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

On today's episode we have a fun girlfriend chat with singer/songwriter, Britt Savage. We talk about everything from The Golden Bachelor, escapism, and how we can all combat the feeling of hopelessness by doing small things to make the world a better place.Then, we have a wonderful conversation with biblical scholar and author/blogger, Marg Mowczko. She helps us break down the difference between egalitarianism and complementarianism, why 1 Timothy 2:12 doesn't mean women can't be in ministry, how women's roles have been diminished in some biblical translations and which translation she would recommend right now for us to use. It's a super informative conversation so don't miss it!---------Marg Mowczko lives north of Sydney, Australia, with her husband. She has a theology degree from the Australian College of Ministries and a Master of Arts from Macquarie University with a specialization in Early Christian and Jewish Studies. For the past decade, Marg has hosted a blog at MargMowczko.com where she writes about the biblical basis for mutuality, or equality, between men and women in Christian marriage and in the church, and other related topics. Find Marg on socials:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/margmowczkoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/margmowczko1 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MargMowczko Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MargMowczko In this episode:0:31 Introducing Britt Savage5:42 The Golden Bachelor12:28 Escapism TV24:08 Introducing Marg Mowczko32:02 Explaining Egalitarianism36:37 Marg's favorite women in scripture40:39 Breaking down 1 Timothy 2:1247:48 The differences in Bible translations1:00:47 Freeing women to do the work they are called to do1:07:41 What's coming up next for Marg——————————Selected Blog Posts: 1 Timothy 2: https://margmowczko.com/category/1-timothy-212/Ezer kenegdo: https://margmowczko.com/tag/a-suitable-helper/Phoebe: Deacon of the Church at Cenchrea https://margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-deacon-of-the-church-in-cenchrea-part-7/Paul’s View of Women in Scripture: https://margmowczko.com/category/paul-and-women/To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week, Marcia introduces Stacey to our listeners, and then Marcia and Stacey have a conversation with Celebrity Stylist Payton Dale. Some topics discussed: (TW: eating/body disorders)— media manipulation— learning to love your body— the effects of purity culture/shame about our bodies— Snapchat dysmorphia — dressing after the pandemicPayton Dale is a Nashville-based, body positive stylist with over a decade of experience in the fashion industry. Her work has been featured in numerous TV specials, music videos, magazines and commercials. She has over 170,000 followers on TikTok, (@thepaytonproject) -her own show also called The Payton Project on bspoketv, and she helps style so many artists not only here in Nashville but all over the US.  In 2017, she published a book to help women overcome their body insecurities— Hang Up Your Hang Ups: A Radical Guide To Healing Yourself Through Personal Style. Payton lives in Nashville with her husband Tobin, and her shih tzu children, Arrow and Bo Diddley Dale. To book a styling session, contact Payton here: https://www.thepaytonproject.com/Follow Payton on socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepaytonproject?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepaytonprojectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepaytonprojectYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYAgEp0GvMR8-3jR_qPIKaA——————————In this episode:1:22 Introducing Stacey Wynn15:22 Introducing Payton Dale17:27 Conversation with Payton Dale begins55:52 What's next week------------RESOURCES MENTIONED:Stacey’s favorite podcasts:Harvard Business ReviewThe New Living TreyslationAround the CircleThe Enneagram Journey NomadThe Bible For Normal PeopleThe Bible ProjectGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Hey everyone! We are finally BACK with Season Three of the God and My Girlfriends Podcast. In this trailer, Host Marcia Ramirez talks a bit about the changes in our format for this season, including introducing you to our new co-host, Stacey Wynn!With all the experience Stacey brings to the table, we know this is going to be an awesome Season of the podcast and we hope you will hit subscribe and join us for some wonderful and rich conversations!ABOUT STACEY WYNN: Stacey is a professional certified ICF coach and works as a corporate consultant, coach, and facilitator.  In her private coaching practice, Stacey leverages her background in ministry leadership, her divorce, and her deconstruction experience to bring clarity and freedom to women on similar journeys. She is certified in the iEQ9, an enneagram-based tool that she uses for corporate leaders and in with private clients. During the pandemic Stacey published a self-paced workbook called "Deconstruction: Your Journey in Faith," which can be found on Amazon. She loves hanging out with her daughter, visits with her girlfriends, being outdoors, and practicing beekeeping with her partner, Dave.To learn more about Stacey and her work:  https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashedTo learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.comTo order Marcia's book: https://amzn.to/3r63qHQTo learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.orgGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

For our Season Two podcast finale, we have a very special "Guy-friend" in the house!  Marcia visits with her dear friend Rob Harris about their friendship, their connection with music (get all the scoop on their House Concerts!) and Rob's past in full-time ministry. Rob is beautifully honest about the ups and downs that ministers experience. He also talks about his brand new job with the non-profit, Standing Stone Ministry, which offers free support, care and counseling to pastors. If you, or someone you know, is in ministry, you definitely need to hear about Standing Stone!  For more info about Rob Harris: www.robharrisonline.comFor more info about Standing Stone: https://standingstoneministry.org/To connect with Rob at Standing Stone: https://standingstoneministry.org/shepherd/rob-harrisFor more info  about our House Concerts:https://robharrisonline.com/house-concertsorhttps://marciaramirez.com/house-concertsTo connect with Rob on social media:Twitter: @robharrismusicInstagram: @robharrismusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robharrissongwriterConfessions of a Prayer Slacker by Diane Moody:https://amzn.to/3HDco3bTo donate to the GAMG Single Mamas Christmas Blessing Fund:https://www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.com/donateGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Growing up as an Evangelical Christian, I never could imagine that some of the teachings or theology that I was being taught could possible be harmful or damaging. As an adult, I see now that not all teachings are good, just because they might be labeled “Christian”. Many Christian churches and communities have fostered toxic environments and now, there are many, many men and women trying to work through those teachings via some form of faith deconstruction.When I started my own deconstruction, I didn’t have trusted guides and the disorientation of it all almost cost me my faith entirely. Luckily, there are wonderful counselors, leaders, and coaches who are helping people walk through deconstruction so that they don’t have to give up all the beliefs that have served them well.  Our guest this week is Dr. Camden Morgante and she is one of those trusted voices that is helping many safely navigate the deconstruction of toxic Christian cultures. Join us this week and we talk about some of those harmful teachings.  ABOUT OUR GUEST:Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct college professor.  She writes and speaks about Christianity, psychology, and gender equality and is a regular contributor to Christians for Biblical Equality’s blog Mutuality. She is currently writing a book on the myths of purity culture. Camden also provides Coaching services for purity culture recovery, egalitarianism, and faith reconstruction. Camden lives in Knoxville, TN with her husband, their daughter and two rescue dogs.Books Dr. Camden mentioned:"The Making of Biblical Womanhood" - https://amzn.to/3CdI2Af"Every Moment Holy" -- https://amzn.to/3Dh5cXB"To Light Their Way" - https://amzn.to/3Du87g1Other books helpful with deconstruction:"Faith After Doubt" by Brian McLaren -- https://amzn.to/3n97O4h"Faith Unraveled" by Rachel Held Evans -- https://amzn.to/3Fcc35kGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Well, I learned a hard lesson on the road this fall. I really can't do it all. (At least not all the time!-haha) This week, you just get me - no guest. But I do try to help with some self-care tidbits, my thoughts on aging, skincare, makeup, and at the end of the podcast, what I think really helps make us beautiful at any age.Because I'm showing things on camera, please forgive much of the background noise.. and also, I have put up the video of this podcast on Monday as well so you can watch on our YouTube channel right now instead of waiting until Wednesday.  Hope you enjoy!Links:Here are links to all the products I mention in this podcast:Neutrogena make up wipes: https://amzn.to/3EX6yHMClean Skin Club: https://amzn.to/3CXOoVqThe Ordinary Skin Care: https://bit.ly/3wsGvoOBare Minerals: Foundation: https://bit.ly/3o5EWt8Blush: https://bit.ly/2Ys4s2UIt cosmetics brow powerFULL: https://bit.ly/3quUE3VSheet masks we used on the road:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C3NBJ33?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_shareBooks:"Wholehearted Faith" by Rachel Held Evans: https://amzn.to/31uWNBW"The Making of Biblical Womanhood" by Beth Allison Barr: https://amzn.to/3GYjRJC"No Cure For Being Human" by Kate Bowler: https://amzn.to/3CTkz8wGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

You guys asked for it… so you got it!  This week on the God and My Girlfriends Podcast, you get to meet the girls I travel with on the road when I’m touring with Christopher Cross — Jewelee Peters and Stephcynie Curry (who goes professionally by just her first name, “Stephcynie”)  We talk about music, friendship, self-care, spirituality — we cover a BUNCH of topics, we laugh a lot, and I think you’ll find this whole conversation incredibly rich, deeply honest, very enlightening and endearing. So join me (Marcia Ramirez), Stephcynie and Jewelee for a very unique episode that gives you a little glimpse into life on the road and our nightly dressing room conversations. Links:Stephcynie: Official website: https://www.stephcynie.com/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stephcynie/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/StephcynieTwitter: https://twitter.com/stephcynieTIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephcynieYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stephcynieJewelee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeweleepeters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeweleepetersmusicChristopher Cross: https://www.christophercross.com/Purposity: https://about.purposity.com/God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Many people love using the Enneagram as a self-discovery tool, but it's also a wonderful way to enhance our relationships, including our friendships!  Join host, Marcia Ramirez and her guest,  LMFT and Certified Enneagram Teacher, Liz Perez as they discuss ways to use the Enneagram to learn about one another and nurture compassion in our friendships.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Liz Perez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who developed a passion for teaching the Enneagram after experiencing the growth it brought in her marriage, parenting and, most importantly, relationships. Liz trained at the Narrative Enneagram Worldwide Institute and is equipped to teach the Enneagram, help others find their type, lead panels and work with teams using this tool.“The Enneagram has given me greater compassion and awareness around my motivations and those of others, and how I can continue to grow,” said Liz. “It is my privilege to now use my background and skillset as a therapist to bring this tool to our community.”Liz’s background and extensive training as a therapist bring an exceptional layer of depth and insight to her work that her Enneagram clients appreciate. In addition to establishing her private therapy practice and teaching the Enneagram to the community, Liz is part of the brave leadership team that is launching Spero Dei, a progressive church community in Nashville, TN. These professional accomplishments aside, however, Liz is most proud of raising two emotionally intelligent children and being married to her husband for 28 years.Liz’ site: https://yourenneagramtherapist.com/https://www.narrativeenneagram.org/https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/Podcasts mentioned:“The Heart of the Enneagram”“Typology”Book: “The Essential Enneagram”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VL1CNK/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Anxiety can be debilitating. The newest studies show that in the United States, nearly 1 in 3 individuals will experience an anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Even children and teens are becoming more and more apt to develop severe anxiety, which has led to increased rates of childhood depression, suicide, panic disorders and drug/alcohol abuse. Today, our guest Dr. Leslie Shew talks about her own journey with anxiety and how she is successfully treating patients with newer and gentler holistic approaches. She explains the connection between emotional and physical ailments and how she helps people find over-all well-being by treating total body wellness.  Do you have an unexplained physical ailment that doctors can't seem to diagnose properly? It just might be tied to your emotions more than you realize.Are you struggling with anxiety or know someone who is?  This episode is for YOU. About our guest:In 2009, Dr. Leslie Shew opened her holistic practice with the express purpose of helping people feel better—physically and emotionally—by embracing a gentle, natural approach to self-care. After a 16-year-career educating at-risk adolescents with learning disabilities, ADHD, and depression, Dr. Leslie blended her degrees in Education and Professional Counseling with her love of natural health care to enlighten others about the benefits of a holistic lifestyle. Dr. Leslie earned her PhD in Natural Health Sciences with extensive study and dissertation on the gut/brain connection. She is a certified Life Strategies Coach, a Holistic Wellness Coach, and is trained in Hemispheric Integration, a form of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. She has additional training in EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) which allows patients to process trauma and anxiety through a safe, natural physiological technique and also trained in HeartMath technique.  Dr. Leslie is also a certified yoga instructor in the Baptiste method. Dr. Leslie’s vast, comprehensive expertise in education, nutrition, and coaching provides a unique approach to guiding others toward total body wellness.  She is passionate about assisting those struggling with unwanted, unexplained, and debilitating health challenges.She specializes in intestinal health, brain function, stress management, and holistic approaches to adrenal fatigue and anxiety. Dr. Leslie’s own personal journey gives her a unique perspective and understanding of her clients’ challenges and frustrations. She is excited to help her clients become the best version of themselves—to live well and be well.Dr. Leslie sees clients on an individual basis at her Nashville location while offering phone/Skype consultations for those living out of the area.  She serves her community by offering local wellness and yoga classes, and she is available for corporate trainings, conferences, and other speaking events. Professional membership:ADP-Association of Drugless PractitionersThe International Society for Neurofeedback & Research (ISNR)The American Nutraceutical Association---------------------God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Almost every woman has been influence by “diet culture”.  It’s a billion dollar business that has convinced us all that we have to be thin to be healthy, happy, popular, or beautiful. Today we talk about that big lie and how we can learn to trust our bodies and follow a more “intuitive eating” approach on our journey to real “health at every size.”Join Marcia and Dr. Maggie Landes as they spotlight how dangerous the diet culture is and how we can finally break the cycle of yo-yo diets that we have all been on, once and for all.About our guest;Maggie Landes is a board-certified physician, public health nutritionist, and anti-diet wellness expert. She created her signature getEATfluenced® coaching program to help women who are exasperated with chronic dieting, be able to fix their food overwhelm and live a full and unrestricted life pursuing their personal passions and attain optimal health without the distraction of rigid eating behavior.  She is also the creator and host of “The Eatfluencer Podcast” where she and her guests dig into the mindset work required to construct a healthy, complete, and high-quality life unlimited by the oppression of diet culture.Maggie’s websitehttps://www.maggielandesmd.comMaggie's Social mediahttps://www.clubhouse.com/@maggielandesmdhttps://www.facebook.com/maggielandesmdhttps://www.instagram.com/maggielandesmd/https://twitter.com/maggielandesmdhttps://www.pinterest.com/maggielandesmd/https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-landes-md-mph-3445a67/Podcast Feed for “The Eatfluencer Podcast” with Maggie Landes MDhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-eatfluencer-podcast/id1537284754?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200For more information on God and My Girlfriends Ministires:www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.comGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Some call it “Spiritual Abuse”. Some say “Religious Trauma”. Others will call it “Adverse Religious Experience”. It all refers to a negative experience with religion and it’s a highly popular topic right now as more and more people are coming forth with their own stories of this harmful behavior by people and systems they were told they could trust.  There is an actual physiological condition that is called RTS (Religious Trauma Syndrome) and I’m seeing it played out in real time with many of my friends. I think this is why so many are drawn to “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hills” right now - finding their own story in the similar stories being told by this popular podcast.Today I talk with therapist Jessica Hyne, who is a licensed trauma therapist who specializes in the intersection of religious trauma and family of origin trauma.  We talk through so many topics that are directly related to this trauma, from patriarchy, faith colonization, purity culture, and more. It’s a fascinating conversation and she gives us some great advice on how to navigate these waters if you are experiencing any of these symptoms or know anyone else who is. *Please note that there are some sensitive topics discussed that are not appropriate for young ears in this episode, so please keep this in mind as you are listening.---------------------------------------About our guest:Jessica Hyne is a native Nashvillian who has been working for over 10 years as a licensed trauma therapist in Tennessee specializing in the intersection of religious trauma and family of origin trauma. She holds a Master in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College. She enjoys mediation, reading, adventure, and exploring the outdoors with her dog Cam.  To contact Jessica, email her at: Jessica.hyne@gmail.com  —————-Books and resources mentioned in the interview are:Pleasure Activism by Adrianne Maree Brown : https://amzn.to/3isaqrcYou Are Your Own: A Reckoning With The Religious Trauma of Evangelical Christianityby Jamie Lee Finch : https://amzn.to/3mmPKSxMy Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies —  by Reesma Menakem : https://amzn.to/3itq6uoBraving The Wilderness by Brené Brown : https://amzn.to/3B6aNisUntamed by Glennon Doyle: https://amzn.to/2ZUABAwThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk: https://amzn.to/3uyloQUFor more information on God and My Girlfriends Ministries:www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.com God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

We all have a creative side, but learning how to bring that creativity into our daily lives can be challenging sometimes. Are you looking for ways to re-ignite your creative spark?  This is the episode for you!  This week’s guest on the podcast is publisher, manager and creative consultant, LeAnn Phelan. LeAnn and Marcia talk about starting out together in the music business as background singers, and then how a series of circumstances took LeAnn into the “business” side of the music business. Over the years she has been able to help guide artists, producers, and songwriters to win awards like ASCAP Song of the Year, BMI Songwriter of the year, Grammy awards, ACM awards, CMA awards and many #1 records. This woman knows how important it is to nurture our creativity and with her new company, LP Creative Therapy, she’s able to help anyone get in touch with their creative mindset. Let’s get creative, girlfriends!!———-About our guest:LeAnn Phelan is a 25-year veteran Music Executive. She was formerly Co-Head of ASCAP Nashville Creative, she worked with 19 Entertainment as a Writer/Producer Manager and served as a preliminary judge for American Idol seasons 6-9.   Before that was Sr. Director, A&R at Sony Nashville and VP at Combustion Music.LeAnn has received the following honors:  Music City Milestone from her alma mater Belmont University, Billboards Most Powerful Women In Music 2015, Women in Music City 2017 -- and she has proudly served on the boards of ACM, The Recording Academy and The Onsite Foundation.  She currently runs multi-faceted LP Creative Management - an artist/songwriter/producer management, publishing and consulting company.  LeAnn also serves as a Creative Wellness Coach through her company LP Creative Therapy where she mentors, educates and motivates songwriters/artists/producers/creative execs via workshops and private sessions.   To sign up for one of LeAnn’s workshops: https://www.lpcreativetherapy.com/workshopsLeAnn’s website: https://www.lpcreativetherapy.com/LeAnn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannphelan_mlp/Book we mention: “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252-------For more information about God and My Girlfriends Ministries:www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.comGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week, host Marcia Ramirez talks with author, speaker and coach, Brandi Wilson about navigating life's unexpected turns, and learning how to move forward when you feel "stuck". About Brandi:Brandi Wilson is an author and speaker who for the past 20 years has helped women and their families navigate the ups and downs of everyday life. She loves helping single moms learn how to show up fully for themselves so they can show up fully for their kids. She’s helped start two churches, the most recent being Cross Point Church, where she learned how important it is as a leader to know your truth and speak it. Her work now aims at helping women develop emotional and mental health so they live a life of freedom and confidence. Her own journey has taught her the power of that very skill. To connect with Brandi:www.lovebrandiwilson.comInstagram: @lovebrandiwilsonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandiWheelerWilsonFor more info on God and My Girlfriends Ministries and/or to donate:www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.comGod And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week on the podcast, host Marcia Ramirez talks about the latest information on Covid-19 and the pandemic  with her guests, Amy Jean P.A. and Susie Tucker, R.N.Marcia asks questions sent in from listeners as well as questions of her own, and it turned out to be an enlightening and informative conversation. About the guests:Amy Jean is a certified physician assistant (PA) currently working in orthopedics and sports medicine. She has 10 years of experience as a PA, which includes time in family practice, orthopedics, urgent care, and hospital medicine. She spent 5 weeks treating COVID patients at Harlem Hospital in New York City during the height of the COVID pandemic. She lives in Nashville, Tn with her husband, Jamie and their sweet dog, Emmy. Susie Brewer is a registered nurse with over 30 years experience in ICU, infusion and community nursing. She has been monitoring COVID exposures for employees at Vanderbilt University Medical Center since the beginning of the pandemic. Her current role includes education, testing and vaccinations. A worship leader and mother of two teenage boys, she lives in Nashville with her husband, Jason and their sons, Jack and Sam.For more info about the latest Covid recommendation - here are some trusted link talked about by Amy and Susie in the episode:https://www.covid19treatmentguidelines.nih.gov/https://www.covid19treatmentguidelines.nih.gov/therapies/ To watch this interview on youtube: https://youtu.be/15a9tddo46kDISCLAIMER:  All of the information shared today is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or give medical advice.For more information about God and My Girlfriends Ministries or to donate to help support this podcast, please go to www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.comOr our socials:Facebook: https: @godandmygirlfriendsministiresInstagram: @godandmygirlfriendsministriesTwitter: @godandmygirlfr1God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Welcome back to Season Two of The God and My Girlfriends Podcast, with host Marcia Ramirez.This week,  Marcia talks with her friend,  entrepreneur and non-profit director Lisa Schmitz about how it's never too late to follow your dreams, how to discern the voice of God, and how important it is to create a life you love! About Lisa:Lisa Schmitz has a love for the arts. After leaving corporate America in 2018, she created a floral design consultancy "Where Pigs Fly and such", which is part of a nonprofit that Lisa and her husband John founded, the Mars Hill Arts Center. As co-founder, Lisa manages the arts center, which is focused on providing arts and community outreach programming for the neighborhood of Mars Hill.  Lisa has also been considered “the flag lady” in Speedway, making most of the race flag pennants you see on homes and businesses around town during the month of May. There was a lady many years ago who made them for residents. And after no longer being able to locate her, Lisa made her own, and began making them for people on her street. Now 7 years later, she has made hundreds! Lisa also runs the social media brand “For the Love of Speedway” which spotlights the good about the town and the race and she has turned it into a fun brand with things like dog collars, kitchen aprons, and all kinds of fun checkered items!Lisa’s floral design was recently recognized and on exhibit as part of the Newfields Indianapolis Museum of Art’s Inaugural Art in Bloom exhibit. Lisa is also an experienced HR professional. She served companies like the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Galyans, and finished her HR career as VP of Human Resources for a multi-million-dollar organization. She also continues to consult, serving as HR consultant to the town of Speedway. Lisa can be found on the Instagram handles:@fortheloveofspeedway@wherepigsflyandsuch@marshillarts@dosomethingindyhttp://www.wherepigsflyandsuch.comhttps://www.marshillarts.com/about-ftlos For more information about God and My Girlfriends Ministries or to donate to help support this podcast, please go to www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.comOr our socials:Facebook: https: @godandmygirlfriendsministiresInstagram: @godandmygirlfriendsministriesTwitter: @godandmygirlfr1God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

It's the Season One finale of the “God and My Girlfriends” podcast with a VERY special guest,  the one and only Carole Ford!Get ready to laugh, cry and everything in between as Carole and Marcia talk about how music can change your life, the importance of self-care, and why Jesus is their cornerstone. It’s truly a wonderful conversation. Season Two starts Sept. 6thCarole Ford is a singer-songwriter based in Atlanta, Georgia. She has performed as a session artist and background  o with with a variety of artists from The Mighty Clouds of Joy to David Pack.  Her CCM top ten hit, “For My Growing” was featured on the Grammy-winning album, “Crack the Sky” (Mylon Lefevre) and the daytime television drama,  “The Young and the Restless”.Carole is a founding member of the CCM group, SevenFold. She is also a staff musician with Home By Dark Productions in Atlanta. She has two CDs: “Five” and “Bittersweet “.For more info on Home By Dark: www.homebydark.com"Both Sides Now" performed by Carole Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeA8KA-Ir74God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Our guest this week is Rev. Sherry Cothran, author of the brand new book, “Wild and Holy Women of the Bible”.  Host Marcia Ramirez talks with Sherry about her musical background, how she made the leap from being a rock star (she was the lead vocalist of the popular rock band The Evinrudes) to ministry, and how uncovering the hidden stories about women in the bible can help us all uncover hidden gems about ourselves —- and set us on a pathway towards complete healing from past traumas. For more information about the book: https://wildandholy.org/For more information about Sherry: http://www.sherrycothran.com/For more information about the non-profit, Beloved Woman: https://belovedwoman.org/God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week's episode features one of the most talented women in Nashville, TN.... Carol Grace Anderson.  She's a singer, songwriter, actress, painter, motivational speaker and author!  Carol joins host Marcia Ramirez as they discuss her colorful life, and her latest book, "Pawprints of Wisdom - Life Lessons From Our Dogs."  If you are a dog lover, you don't want to miss this beautiful episode!To connect with Carol:email: carolgraceanderson@gmail.comHer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmotivatesHer website: http://www.getfiredup.com/Buy the book, "Pawprints of Wisdom": https://amzn.to/2T7B1jX Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week's special guest is registered nurse and integrative health coach, Petra Amrein.  Petra is passionate about empowering women to learn true self-care, guiding them on their journey to health, happiness and living their most authentic lives.Petra's words: "We so often put everyone else first... family, friends, the co-worker who always needs help, that neighbor we barely know... pretty much everyone and anyone get on our priority list. Except us. ... Self-care isn't about putting yourself first in a selfish way. Self-care is about putting yourself on the list in the first place!  ... I became an integrative health coach to help women just like me - people-pleasing good girls - learn to practice self-care, to say no and set boundaries, to make themselves a priority, to reconnect with their authentic selves, and to live with energy, ease and joy."Join Marcia and Petra as they discuss a few ways to start making your own health journey a priority! Petra's website:https://petraamrein.squarespace.com/Petra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.happy.peach/God And My Girlfriends Ministries A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others. Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribeTo learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org