The Rest + Full Project Podcast with Christen Price + Megan Henderson
By The RestFull Project Podcast
The Rest + Full Project Podcast with Christen Price + Megan HendersonNov 08, 2022
Happy All Hallow’s Eve!
5 // Ready (or not) to Run? Here are some tips from running expert, Kymi Walker!
We are excited in today's interview to talk with our friend, Kymi Walker, about how she went Whole30 and has trained for running in marathons (pssst....she even has some great recipes to share with us!). If you are ready (or not) to start training for a run, give this episode a listen. You never know how it might inspire you to put on those running shoes!!
If you need a little extra help, check out our Fall Move Challenge inside of our Fall Guidebook.
4 //Move: What is your pelvic floor, exactly? An interview with Jessica Munk, Pelvic Floor Therapist
3 // How to Conquer Inflammation + Fatigue with Nutrition + Movement
Welcome to October! Our Holy Habit theme this month is movement. Not just physical movement, but spiritual and mental movement, and how these are decisions we can make to help us live life well.
In today's episode, Christen shares an Instagram Live she recorded at Move4 Studio, where she is a pilates instructor and helps clients with their nutrition goals. As a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor, Christen breaks down what she's learned about how nutrition and movement can help people fight inflammation and fatigue in their bodies.
Rest, Lately // 2
1 // Let's Talk About Why Self Care Is A Holy Habit
Welcome to Season Three of The RestFull Podcast
August Holy Habit- Prayer
20 // Holy Week
Holy Week is a week of extreme emotions - excitement, sadness, anger, betrayal, and then ultimately joy as we've never known. This Holy Week, commit to finding the full and empty of the week.
Here's a quick guide to prepare your family to enjoy a meaningful Holy Week:
Palm Sunday: Have a mini "parade" around your neighborhood waving palm branches
Holy Monday: Have a quiet time + prep your heart and home for the week ahead
Holy Tuesday: Give something today (almsgiving) + finish your shopping list
Spy Wednesday: Put some coins in your Easter eggs to talk about the 30 pieces of silver Judas was given for betraying Jesus
Maundy Thursday: Host a seder meal + wash your family members' feet
Good Friday: Fast from 12-3 (Jesus' time on the cross), eat Hot Cross Buns after fasting
Silent Saturday: Prepare for Easter Sunday + have a moment of silence
Easter Sunday: Celebrate! Break your fast from Lent + rejoice in the Risen Savior!!!
Thank you for joining us in our Lent Podcast Series. If you'd like to go deeper in studying with us, join us inside our app! We have a Summer Guided Devotional coming up called "100 Days of Play" + exciting new studies this fall!
Lent Series // Creating Empty Spaces In Our Schedules
“For thus said the Lord God, the Holy One of Isreal, ‘In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.’” - Isaiah 30:15 As someone who enjoys hustle and bustle, I often ignore the signs of burn-out or fatigue until it’s too late—and then epic spiritual, emotional, and sometimes physical meltdowns follow. It’s a cycle my husband has called me out on over the years, and one I’m actively working to break. Making good use of our time is a spiritual requirement, but overexerting, never saying “no”, losing precious family and God time is not. Instead, I am now actively working to create blank, empty spaces in my calendar to allow God to fulfi ll as He sees fit.
One guardrail my family has established is Sunday Sabbath days—we do not commit to anything on Sundays unless it fulfi lls our requirements—church, family time, little use of technology, and rest. By creating an empty day in our week (empty in terms of little plans), we have allowed ourselves time to be fi lled with the Lord, our love as a family, and rest—all things vital for our family to make it week to week. Look over your week this week—where can you leave a blank spot? What needs to be erased and nothing penned in? How can you create empty places to be filled by the Lord?
18 // Finding Joy in the Mundane {Lent Series}
If you are ever feeling empty, mundane, or stuck in the season you are in, know that you are not alone sweet friend. Today's key verse is simple but powerful, "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps (Proverbs 16:9)." This verse is a gentle reminder for us to submit ourselves to God's will but we also have a choice to make daily with our actions, words, habits, and routines. We are reminded today of the truth that we learned last week - our prayers will help us discern our purpose so we can follow His plans for how to lead our lives well!
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17 // Making Time For Jesus In Our Schedules
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16 // How To Start Praying Intentionally {Lent Series}
This week, we are looking at how the word empty means "lacking meaning or sincerity." In this week's devotional, Megan focuses on social media and how now is the time to take a radical step back or step away from an article that will leave us feeling less than or discouraged. We know many of you are currently in a digital detox and it can be hard to fight the need to scroll. We encourage you to fill that time instead by going on a walk, listening to a great audiobook, or taking a few moments to explore your key verse scripture for the week!
Join us in our online study of Lent here.
Lent Series // First Sunday of Lent: What Needs to Be Emptied?
Welcome to the first Sunday of Lent! In today's podcast, we look closer at our key verse, 1 Peter 1:13: "Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." We encourage you to think this week about what it means to "prepare our minds for action" as we move forward this week. How can we switch our mindset and empty our thoughts at the foot of the cross?
If you'd like to join us inside our online community for Lent, it's not too late! We are just getting started and would LOVE to have you! To get started, follow this link.
Lent Series // Preparing Your Heart with Spiritual Director, Amy Brady
Friends, you are NOT going to want to miss today's interview with Spiritual Director, Amy Brady.
This episode COMPLETELY blew me away! Amy shares such wisdom about the importance of Lent; how it's not so much about your own self-discipline but rather about releasing control over all.the.things and drawing near to Jesus. This interview is a great listen as you prepare your heart for Ash Wednesday and to really think about what you want to "give up" or "take on" this Lenten season. Amy's advice about the posture of our hearts is truly profound and I enjoyed listening to her viewpoint about God's character and love for us.
To connect more with Amy please visit:
Join Amy's Substack newsletter here
Book a Spiritual Direction appointment here
Join Our Online Bible Study this Lent here! Use code LENTLAUNCHDAY to receive 20% off!
Lent Series // Meet Baylor!
We are so excited to begin our Lent Series with an introduction of our friend Baylor Knott. Baylor is a Bible teacher and mom to three (one biological, two adopted!) and shares words of encouragement at Everything Beautiful Ministries. This Lent, Baylor is partnering with The RestFull Project and is leading our online Bible study weekly teachings based around our guided devotional, Empty. Each week, Baylor is teaching a lesson from our key verse and is providing us with practical application questions to go deeper in our study.
Connect with Baylor online at:
Everything Beautiful Ministries
Instagram: @baylorknott
Join Our Online Bible Study this Lent here! Use code LENTLAUNCHDAY to receive 20% off!
12 // What Is Lent? {Introduction to Lent + Our Empty Devotional!}
Lent. Maybe you already know quite a bit about this liturgical practice, or maybe you have no idea where to begin. Lent can mean different things to different people- no chocolate, no TV, more time praying, more church — or it can mean absolutely nothing. We are so excited to explore this deeply meaningful season with you- we intend to help you grow during this season right alongside you!
A quick history of what Lent is — Lent is the 40 days (minus Sundays!) before Easter. Lent commemorates the 40 days Jesus spent in the desert fasting before beginning His public ministry. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Saturday (the day before Easter). There are three components to Lent — almsgiving, fasting, and prayer.
Lent is meant to be a time of reflection and solitude—many churches do not allow weddings and other celebrations in their sanctuaries and campuses during Lent. The whole purpose is not to deny oneself of something yearned for, but to prepare one’s heart for the coming of the Messiah, reflection and repentance of sins, and diving daily into the Word to grow closer to His Heart.
If you are overwhelmed by the thought of practicing Lent for the first time or still are not sure about your Lenten practice, do not fret. Take it one step at a time, and start small. Maybe pick one of the three Lenten practices to observe this year, and build upon your practice next year. Do what you are comfortable with, but more importantly, do what you feel Christ is leading you to do. The journey of Lent is about deepening our spiritual practice and drawing closer to Him, not checklists or to do’s.
We are excited for you, sister. We’ve already been praying for you along this journey. We know the Lord is going to speak to you during this season, and we can’t wait to hear about it.
Solus Christus-
Megan and Christen
11 // Mardi Gras- Liturgical or not? {Lent Series}
10 // 3 Steps for a Busy Mom to Practice Self-Care (With Valerie Thompson)
I am so excited for you guys to listen to today's interview with Valerie Thompson. She is full of encouragement for busy moms and gives easy, practical advice for self-care in the midst of taking care of our families.
Valerie's 3 Steps Summary:
- Breathwork
- Journaling
- Meditation
Take some time to watch my interview with Valerie. She will also be joining us at our Nubbintown Lodge Rest Retreat to teach breathwork and yoga. Join us with your podcast-only code VALTHOMP20 and receive 20% off!
About Valerie:
Valerie Thompson is a certified health coach who works with women who are seeking guidance to lose weight and create behavior changes that last. As a mother, she understands the pressure of raising children and the stress that can bring. She teaches scientifically proven strategies to help women be able to choose what is best for them, boost confidence, stress less, work through feelings of overwhelmed and over scheduled while focusing on her clients health.
Valerie received her training through Integrative Nutrition as well as The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Is certified in yoga, medication and breath work. In her spare time she enjoys spending time in the yard, playing with her dog Buster, yoga, & pilates. As well as spending time with friends and family. She recently was certified in scuba diving and loves the outdoors.
Valerie graduated The University of North Alabama as a Public Relations major and prior to children worked as a buyer for the retail chain Parisian in Birmingham. Once having children, and moving to Dothan. She enjoyed staying home with her boys for Will and Luke now 22, and 20 who are both at Auburn. Will will be graduating in May in animal sciences and hopes to continue on to vet school in the fall. Luke is a sophomore studying biomedical sciences.
Find Valerie online here:
Instagram: @valhealthcoach
Website: www.valerieshealthandwellness.com
Episode 9 // Rest Before the New Year Begins + Interview with Valerie Thompson
The new year is almost upon us. While this week can be a time of both reflection and goal setting, we want to encourage you to seek REST. Slow down. Have a moment of silence. Don't try to start your to-do list quite yet. In today's episode, we walk you through our Ready for a Reset Worksheet (download it for free on our website) and we also share Valerie Thompson's interview about the importance of journaling, meditation, and breathwork. Allow this final week of the year to be a time of recovery and reset your heart, mind, and soul so you can start the new year fresh and ready.
If you haven't signed up for our New Year's Reset Session yet, visit our website today to reserve your spot! It will be on January 7 from 9-12 pm in Dothan, Al. Valerie will lead us in a mindset and movement activity to help us reset ourselves for the upcoming year!
Episode 8 // Fourth Sunday of Advent - Peace
God gave us the Sabbath to rest and rejoice in Him
Let us celebrate Advent together by resting in the truth that we were created to place our identity in Christ so we can receive hope, faith, joy, and peace.
Episode 7 // Third Sunday of Advent - Joy
Welcome to the Third Sunday of Advent! This week we light the pink candle, otherwise known as the symbol of "Joy".
The third candle of Advent is also known as the Shepherd Candle and reflects the joy that comes through Jesus' arrival, and through the salvation he has gifted us. The third Sunday traditionally recalls John the Baptizer's call for repentance. It has been identified in some traditions as "Gaudete," a day of joy and rejoicing.
As this year draws to a close, we want to invite you to attend our New Year's Reset Session on Saturday, January 7 from 9-12 p.m. in Dothan, Alabama. Our Guidebook 101 is included in the session fee, along with a mindset and movement session with Valerie Thompson." Our podcast listeners can use our special code VALTHOMP20 to receive 20% off!
Episode 6 // Advent: Interview with Laura Loewen on Faith
Hello friends! Welcome to the second week of Advent! This week we are diving deeper into the Faith candle. It is called the "Bethlehem Candle" as a reminder of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. In our Guided Advent Devotional, The Weary World Rejoices, we look at how with faith comes the practice of patience and preparation. We invite you to read Isaiah 9:6-7 and reflect on the words Isaiah uses to describe Jesus.
In today's podcast, I am delighted to share my interview with Laura Loewen, my new friend from Flint, Michigan. I "met" Laura through Instagram and I wish we lived closer to have more fun conversations about things like 90's rap dance moves (just you wait!). In our discussion, we talk about ways to keep the Christmas season simple and special. Laura shares what Advent means to her and how her church prepares for the busy holiday season by #connectionnotperfection. I really think you guys are going to love today's interview!
Follow along with Laura here:
Instagram: @the.laura.loewen | @unionflint | @her kingdomstory
Advent Week One // Hope
Advent // Set Your Intent
The Symbols of Advent
Episode 2 // What Is Advent?
What is Advent, exactly? We celebrate it every year, but to some, it just means a time of busyness, stress, and frantic holiday preparations. That is quite the opposite of what Advent means. The word “Advent” in ancient Latin means “arrival.” It’s a time to prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus—in the quiet way Jesus came, as a lowly baby, in a small stable in the middle of nowhere. Advent is all about making room—for King Jesus, what His birth meant, and what started the greatest Redemption story of all.
We understand the busyness of the Christmas season. As wives and moms who work outside the home, we too feel exhausted trying to do all the things so our families can have the best Christmas memories. We have noticed that while we both love the month of December, we become weary as the days go by because we are out of our daily routine and structure. The Lord has been teaching us (now more than ever) how honoring the Sabbath in our family’s schedule will help us enjoy our weekly activities from a posture of peace instead of anxiety.
Episode One // Intro to The RestFull Project
Welcome to our first episode of The RestFull Project Podcast! We are Christen and Megan, co-founders and hosts of this podcast for busy women just like us! We understand what it's like to struggle with feeling tired and having nothing left to give to your family at the end of the day. Our goal with creating this podcast is to help you remove distractions + fight fatigue so you can live life well. In today's episode, we share more about our resources: seasonal wellness guides/events, a monthly membership that focuses on faith + functional nutrition, and comprehensive wellness courses. Be sure to connect with us by subscribing to our podcast so you never miss an episode and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @therestfullproject.
October 10, 2022
Episode 14 // what voice will you listen to in times of chaos?
Right now, our world is in chaos and confusion over the announcement of the Coronavirus pandemic. To be honest, these are times of uncertainty and just one trip to Target with no toilet paper on the aisles leaves us all feeling anxious and confused. This Lent, I’ve been reading a study on Jeremiah and it’s CRAZY how relatable it is to our current global climate right now. Jeremiah (also known as “the weeping prophet”) was chosen by God to announce the destruction of Judah. Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, was sent by God to attack Jerusalem, not so the people would suffer but so that they would seek Him with all their hearts.
In today’s podcast, I’m digging deeper into the scripture of Jeremiah and ask this question: What voice will you listen to in times of chaos? The voice of the enemy is always a voice of fear. His number one goal is to cause you and me to doubt God. The enemy condemns us and wants to steal everything we care about. But the voice of God is one that always offers peace. The book of Jeremiah shows us how God will always keep his promises to us and how He listens to us when we pray. Listen with me today and stay tuned until the end to receive five ways to find peace in our daily (uncertain) routines.
12 // our adoption story (part three - life at home)
In this week’s episode, we wrap up this series by talking more in-depth about what our bi-racial adoption is teaching us about love. Bringing Raleigh James into our home has brought our family so much joy. He is loved and shows us love every day. As we chat about what life has been like the past few months as we’ve adjusted to life with a newborn, Raleigh also shares some answers to some commonly asked questions. We hope you enjoy this final interview as we end our series on what adoption has been teaching us. Listen today.
13 // how to have it all this Christmas
11 // our adoption story (part two - the journey)
In this episode, we share more about the finances and fundraising side of adopting, and what it was like to meet our child and his birth parents. Our journey to Utah was very isolating and hard but we were surrounded by some pretty mighty prayer warriors that kept us focused on God during difficult times.
10 // our adoption story (part one - the wait)
09 // an interview with Megan Cosby on how the heart heals
At Covenant United Methodist Church’s Spring Gathering, my sweet friend Megan Cosby shared her story of losing her infant daughter, Ellis Ann.
October is National Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month and we wanted to share her story today in hope that it can be a source of healing for others who have also experienced the loss of a child. Megan and her husband David are the creators of the EAC Foundation, which inspires women and raises funds for Children’s Cardiomyopathy research in honor of sweet Ellis Ann. This podcast also shares the truth of Psalm 34:18 and how God is near to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
08 // how to pray with Julie Sanders
07 // how to unplug with Erin Stevens
06 // how you can lead with love instead of busyness
Also, at the end of today’s message, I share the introduction devotion and challenge from our new Undivided Prayer audiobook. You can download your free goal setting worksheet in today’s blog post at christenprice.com. Lent is just around the corner and we want to encourage you to draw closer to Jesus with our devotional, Undivided Prayer.