Journal Gently: Healing with God through quiet reflection, honest conversations, and gentle journaling

Have you ever begged God for a clear answer… and instead felt Him nudging you toward something slower, quieter, and a little less concrete? In this episode, we talk about the surprising way God often responds when we're desperate for clarity. If you're waiting, longing, or feeling stuck in the in-between, this gentle conversation will help you recognize the invitations God may be offering you right now. RELATED EPISODES: · Episode 187: Clarity Comes with Action · Episode 184: Could This Be Why You're Not Hearing from God? · Episode 181: Does An Open Door Mean God Approves? ______ >> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop >> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently >> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event: http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Ever flip back through an old journal and immediately cringe? You're not the only one. In this episode, we explore why revisiting past entries can stir up shame—and how to approach those pages with compassion instead of criticism. If you're carrying regret, embarrassment, or old emotions you're not sure what to do with, this gentle conversation will help you see your past self the way God does. As always, a simple journal prompt is waiting for you at the end. RELATED EPISODES: · Episode 167: Why I Trashed My Past Journals--And Deciding If You Should, Too · Episode 163: Letting God Use Our Wounds: A Conversation with Russell Joyce · Episode 155: When Talking Doesn't Help ______ >> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop >> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently >> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event: http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

If you're an introvert who wants to journal but feels overwhelmed the minute you face a blank page, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. We'll talk about why the pressure to "do it right" can shut you down—and how a gentler, simpler rhythm can open you back up. You'll walk away with a journal prompt and a practical shift that makes writing feel doable again. RELATED EPISODES: · Episode 176: My Biggest Tip for Beating Perfectionism in Journaling · Episode 146: Introduction to Journaling: Creating Your Own Journaling Routine · Episode 144: How to Create Both a Short and Long Journaling Routine ______ >> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop >> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently >> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event: http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Ever feel like you're holding more than your heart can handle? In this episode, we explore what happens when life starts to pile up inside us… and the gentle invitation God offers when it does. If you've been feeling stretched, stuffed, or overwhelmed, this quiet conversation will help you pause, breathe, and bring just one honest thing to Jesus. RELATED EPISODES: · Episode 103: 6 Strategies to Manage Overwhelm, Stress, and Change · Episode 122: Feeling Anxious? Try This 5-Minute Journaling Session · Episode 139: 3 Truths to Remember During a Difficult Holiday Season ______ >> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop >> Journal Gently Program: 8 week writing program to start healing from grief and trauma http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently >> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event: http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking

Sometimes the things we love most can actually get in the way of connecting with God. In this clip from the Lead Well Conference, I share a personal story about how even journaling—something I teach and cherish—was keeping me from spending time with the Lord the way I really wanted. If you've ever felt like your "good habits" or spiritual routines are keeping you from truly engaging with God, this episode is for you. I'll walk you through a small shift I made that helped me listen to God more authentically throughout my day—and how you can do the same. >> Book Kari for your next event: http://lovedoesthat.org/speaking RELATED EPISODES: · Episode 176: My Biggest Tip for Beating Perfectionism in Journaling · Episode 144: How to Create Both a Short and Long Journaling Routine · Episode 76: Have a Hard Time Sensing God's Presence? Go Outside! ______ >> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal http://lovedoesthat.org/journalingworkshop >> Journal Gently Program http://lovedoesthat.org/journalgently