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From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God’s Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] :: Erica G
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10/13/25
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In this episode I chat with the lovely Erica Gwynn, author, podcaster, and mom about her new book That’s Just Not True. She shares how easily we start believing lies about our worth, purpose, and identity. From the pressure to “have it all together” to the quiet voice that whispers “you’re missing out” or “you’re not enough,” the conversation dives deep into how these thoughts take root — and how God’s truth brings freedom. Through honest stories and truth, Erica reminds us that you are not enough — but Jesus is enough. God hasn’t asked us to do everything; He’s gifted us to play our part in the body of Christ. Here is some of what we cover:
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Turning ordinary (or in between) moments into “breath prayers” - Recognizing lies like: I’m missing out, I missed my shot, and I can manifest my dream life
- We talk about how mom’s can make their kids their whole life and identity
- How to shift worldly affirmations to Godly affirmations
- How social media has become a place of “curated messy” and fake authenticity
- Website: Popular Philadelphia Lifestyle Blog | Coming Up Roses
- Facebook: Coming Up Roses
- Instagram: Erica Ligenza Gwynn // PHILLY (@ericaligenza)
- That's Just Not True: By Erica Ligenza Gwynn
- You Are Special; by Max Lucado
- Must Be Nice Hat from Sidetracked Podcast
- Thrive Podcast | Coming up Roses
- If You’re Tired of Feeling Like You Don’t Measure Up... :: Hosanna Wong [Ep 538]
- The Shift: Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Imposter Syndrome, and Critical Inner Monologues :: Mary Marantz [Ep 520]
- Unpacking Moms’ Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503]
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Previous Episode
Is it too late to rebuild your relationship with your adult child? What if there’s grief, resentment, or even silence between you?
In this episode, Kathy Cunningham, a Christian counselor, ordained minister, coach, and inner healing ministry leader shares her deeply personal journey of healing, transformation, and restored connection with her adult children. Kathy went through a journey with both of her kids and started to see more and more parent child estrangement in her counseling practice. This led her to start a ministry that helps parents grow and be a cheerleader instead of controlling their adult kids. Here is some of what we cover:
In this episode, Kathy Cunningham, a Christian counselor, ordained minister, coach, and inner healing ministry leader shares her deeply personal journey of healing, transformation, and restored connection with her adult children. Kathy went through a journey with both of her kids and started to see more and more parent child estrangement in her counseling practice. This led her to start a ministry that helps parents grow and be a cheerleader instead of controlling their adult kids. Here is some of what we cover:
- Why your own healing journey is key to restoring connection
- Setting healthy boundaries in your home while honoring your child’s independence
- What to do when your child has cut off contact
- Radical acceptance: creating space for disagreement without division
- Moms whose identity has been wrapped up in parenting find themselves feeling lost and unsure of who they are once their kids leave home- what to do next
- Website: Grace For The Journey
- Facebook: A Seed of Hope
- Instagram: Katherine L Cunningham (@kathycunningham717)
- Doing Life with Your Adult Children: By Jim Burns
- Parents of Addicted Loved Ones | Support Group for Parents, Spouses, Family of Addicted Loved One
- FREE resources for parents to reconnect with adult children
- Grace Restored Membership
- “How do I connect better with my kids?” [Ep 475]
- Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 1) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 498]
- Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 2) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 499]
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Next Episode
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Kathleen from The Pour Over, a news outlet known for delivering the world’s biggest headlines with clarity and Christian perspective. We unpack the emotional weight of our 24/7 news cycle, especially in a world where social media pulls on your emotions and algorithms scream, “Why aren’t you talking about this?”. Moms are expected to stay informed, care deeply, and somehow shield their kids from the fear and confusion that often comes with breaking news. Here are some of the topics we cover:
Related Episodes:
- How to talk to your kids about heavy headlines without additional fear
- Discernment in the age of social media and video “evidence”
- Monitoring your time consuming the news — and its effect on your mood
- Staying informed while still showing the fruits of the Spirit
- Website: Your politically neutral, Christian news source. - The Pour Over
- Instagram: The Pour Over | News & Perspective (@thepourovernews)
Related Episodes:
- Factual News, Flexible Thinking and Family Moral Imperatives :: Sharon McMahon [Ep 332]
- Do Not Grow Weary :: Sharon McMahon [Ep 495]
- Raising Critical Thinkers :: Julie Bogart [Ep 474]
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