The Godly Habits Podcast: Wellness for Christian Women Facing Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout
The Godly Habits Podcast with Dr. Mason and Brooklynn Howe offers practical, relatable, and authentic wellness advice that is rooted in Scripture and backed by research. As a husband-and-wife duo, Dr. Mason and Brooklynn use their backgrounds in medicine, mental health, and biblical counseling to help Christian women navigate hard times like anxiety, stress, burnout, and overwhelm.
They believe true wellness includes your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health—and that lasting change comes through a holistic grace-filled approach.
That’s why this podcast aims to help you:
- Cut through the noise of wellness culture with faith-led clarity
- Renew your mind with biblical truth, not trends
- Break free from unhealthy habits like emotional eating, procrastination, or scrolling
- Build lasting, Christ-centered motivation so your “why” is rooted in purpose—not pressure
- Simplify your wellness routines with timesaving, science-backed strategies
- Create God-honoring rhythms that work in real-life seasons of stress, anxiety, or burnout
- Glorify God with your mind and body—and live the abundant life He designed for you
If you're tired of one-size-fits-all advice or hollow Christian platitudes, and you’re craving real, faith-based conversations about anxiety, habits, stress, and whole-person wellness—this podcast will feel like chatting with a trusted friend over a cup of coffee, offering biblical hope, clarity, and practical support for your hardest seasons.
📩 Have a question, prayer request, or just want to say hi?
We’d love to hear from you! Email us anytime at contact.godlyhabits@gmail.com
Legal Disclaimer:
The Godly Habits Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor for professional mental health counseling or therapy. The content provided by Brooklynn Howe and Dr. Mason Howe reflects their personal and professional experience but does not constitute a provider-client or doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Mason Howe is a licensed medical doctor, but the information shared on this podcast is general in nature and should not be interpreted as individualized medical advice. Similarly, while Brooklynn Howe is trained in biblical counseling and coaching, nothing shared should be considered a substitute for working with a licensed mental health professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical or psychological advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
The Godly Habits Podcast: Wellness for Christian Women Facing Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout
Chaos to Calm: Why Stress Might Be Sabotaging Your Habits
Episode 5
Stress isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s often the hidden reason our habits don’t stick. In this episode of Godly Habits, we’re unpacking how chronic stress affects your mind, body, and spirit — and how learning to manage it is the key to consistent, Christ-centered wellness. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in survival mode, this conversation will help you slow down and reconnect with what really matters.
⏱️ What You’ll Hear:
- Why stress management is foundational for habit success
- The surprising ways stress drains your energy and discipline
- A biblical perspective on rest and wellness from Jesus’ life
- A quick win that helps you discover how you naturally connect with God
- How one simple shift can bring more peace, clarity, and consistency into your rhythms
🌿 Quick Win Practice:
Take the free Spiritual Pathways Quiz (link below) to discover how you most naturally connect with God. Once you identify your top pathway, try one small practice that aligns with it this week — whether it’s a walk in nature, time in solitude, or a moment of creative worship. This isn’t about pressure — it’s about peace. Let God meet you in the space where your soul feels most at home.
Sacred Pathway Quiz: sacred-pathways-quiz.pdf
📖 Bible Verses Referenced:
- Matthew 11:30 — “My yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
- Mark 1:32–34 — Jesus ministering under pressure
- Mark 6:31 — “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.”
📚 Articles & Research Referenced:
- Ripley, J. S., & Worthington, E. L., Jr. (2014). Couple therapy: A new hope-focused approach. InterVarsity Press Academic.
- Arloski, M. (2014). Wellness coaching for lasting lifestyle change. Whole Person Associates.
- Norcross & VandenBos — “Self-care is not a narcissistic luxury… it is a clinical necessity.”
- • Ilardi, S. (2009). The Depression Cure: The 6-Step Program to Beat Depression Without Drugs. Da Capo Lifelong Books.
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📣 Coming Next Week:
We’re shifting the focus to the body — and the surprising impact of one small, overlooked habit: walking. Dr. Howe and Brooklynn will share why this simple rhythm is a powerful, God-designed way to support your mental, physical, and spiritual health. You don’t have to overhaul your life to start healing — sometimes, the smallest steps make the biggest difference.
Legal Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Always consult your doctor or therapist for personalized support.
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