by Dr. Ioana Popa

Are you familiar with this verse (this is one of my favorites!): "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord. For as the heavens are...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian women, we are often more in touch with our emotions, which can sometimes carry negative connotations, especially in social situations.

You might have heard...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Our mind produces thousands and thousands of thoughts each day, and based on research, many of them are actually negative and repetitive.

So does this mean that we are stuck...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

If you have been with me for a while, you know how passionate I am about integrating what seems for some people to be opposites: science/psychology and our Christian faith.

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by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian women wanting to serve others in our vocation, it's easy to get pulled in too many directions as we often carry responsibilities that leave us feeling depleted....

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Do intentions matter or not for the Kingdom? And if so, how can I set intentions in a way that feels effortless? Is there a way that God created our brain to support us in...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Are you ready to transform the way you think about self-care and renewal? There is a micro mindset shift that you can make today which can have a tremendous impact on your...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

“Is everything really the way it appears to you? Always put a question mark after every thought, since you usually look at things with a negative slant…If you...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Last episode, I shared about the significance of a Separate & Release routine in order for us to let go of the day effectively and 'put the cares of the world to the...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian professionals and servant leaders, it is common to have at the end of the day lingering worries, open mind loops, and unfinished inner conversations, 'running'...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

We grow up with many conditioned beliefs and stories, which many times turn out not to be true. In our desire to change and upgrade them, it is common to find ourselves at a...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christians, we love to glorify God and share the transformative power of Christ in our lives with others. However, this can fall on 'deaf ears' sometimes, with others...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

If you are interested in looking at the creative process as part of your Regeneration and Self-care, plus learn more about IFS (Internal Family Systems) from a professional...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many Christian women love to be servant leaders, give to others and nurture communities. At the same time, as they do this, they can get pulled into group dynamics such as...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Here is an invitation to spend some time today with Scripture verse in a short contemplative practice.

The Bible verse in this episode I absolutely love, and I pray that it...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

You might have heard of the importance of cultivating Gratitude in our daily lives. But extending gratitude sometimes is confusing, especially if we are having negative...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christians, we know intellectually that God is 'everywhere filling all things.' But many times, we feel the sense of separation, so how do we move toward experiencing God...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian women professionals and servant leaders, we often find ourselves wrestling with the balance between giving and receiving, serving and self-care, especially when...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

One of the many limitations we face as Christian Givers, especially as Women professionals and servant leaders is the lack of time, as we want to give so much to others and...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

There are many reasons why one can get into Chronic Stress and Burnout, but there is one reason that is not often talked about, which has to do with misalignment with our...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Have you ever found yourself sitting in silence and contemplation to only notice lots of things going on inside of you? You might experience thoughts, stories (past or...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As we navigate through our daily lives, we often encounter challenges as we try to give to others and serve in Christ. Whether you're a professional seeking guidance in your...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Are you ready for a pause today in your busy flow, to connect with God in Contemplation?

One thing that is available to us is the ability to regenerate from inside-out and...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many times we pray and, if the answers come quickly, we feel so blessed. But what if our prayers aren't answered right away or seemingly not at all? Even if many times we...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Navigating the delicate balance of following God by giving and supporting others while avoiding burnout is a challenge that many Christian women face. It is almost like there...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Is self-care considered selfish? I often hear these phrases among Christian women: “ I am selfish if I take care of myself,” or “I know I need to do...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

I hope you are well! As I have been researching the particular ways women are built by God, I came across this particular psychological gift that we have: that of "Emotional...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As a Christian woman, you probably already have a busy to-do list and want to accomplish so much in your vocation, your family and church community, with little time for...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

I hope you had wonderful Holidays! In the beginning of this new year, let's have some time with scripture where you do not have to do much but relax, regenerate, lean in,...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

I hope you had a wonderful and blessed Christmas. As you prepare for the New Year and support others, who is supporting you? I want to invite you to a pause for 10 minutes to...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As a follow-up from the previous week, today I unpack 3 tips and skills to navigate when put on the spot & caught off guard by family members or others, and feel like...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Ultimately Christmas is about the great news of the incarnate Christ and the reality of eternal life, inviting us to a season of gratitude. At the same time, preparing for...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As passionate Christian women navigating the demands of the holiday season and upcoming Christmas, while juggling work, family, and/or communities, we often find ourselves...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Returning to our daily routines after big family gatherings such as Thanksgiving, upcoming Christmas, or New Year can be a bit overwhelming, especially if we have to deal...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As we navigate the Holidays, whether filled with family gatherings or being on our own, we might get triggered, feel worried, or stressed and in need of a reset!

Today, I...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Often the Holiday season can feel like a race, leaving us more tired by the end, with us needing to do self-care 'damage control' in January. I've been there, done that.

And...