{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"S11.BONUS 6 | How to Break the Cycle of Negative Thoughts and Overwhelm: Olivia\u2019s Testimony","description":"In this bonus episode of Affirming Truths, Carla Arges interviews Rooted &amp;amp; Resilient graduate Olivia, who shares what it looked like to walk through a \u201cpit of depression\u201d while trying to keep functioning in everyday life. Olivia describes months-long dips in mood, relentless negative thoughts about herself, and a deep sense of hopelessness - even though she\u2019d grown up in the church and knew, in her head, that God offers hope. Searching for support that combined neuroscience and Christianity, Olivia found Carla\u2019s podcast and joined Rooted &amp;amp; Resilient. She opens up about how overwhelm and executive dysfunction (including ADHD traits) fueled avoidance patterns like doomscrolling and made her feel like she just needed \u201cmore discipline.\u201d But through the program, she learned the difference between willpower and executive dysfunction - and discovered a grace-filled, sustainable way forward. By the end of the 12 weeks, Olivia\u2019s life looked completely different: waking up earlier with intention, daily Bible time and journaling, movement and stretching, cooking meals regularly, and - most noticeably - doomscrolling \u201cnaturally\u201d falling away as her nervous system and mind became more regulated. This conversation is a hopeful reminder that transformation often comes through small, consistent practices,not perfection. Enrol in the next Rooted &amp;amp; Resilient cohort https:\/\/carlaarges.podia.com\/rooted-resilient-cohort-2 Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season. &amp;nbsp;Book a discovery call today! GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https:\/\/calendly.com\/cmsarges\/discoverycall&amp;nbsp; Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com ","author_name":"Affirming Truths Podcast | Christian Mental Health, Encouragement","author_url":"https:\/\/www.carlaarges.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39577100\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39577100"}