In the Canary Islands, when a woman shows herself a kindness, her sisters “kiss and congratulate” her.

What if we lived like that?

In this episode, Ashriel shares a beautiful tradition she discovered in Canary Island Song by Robin Jones Gunn and explores how Scripture, neuroscience, and community all point toward the same surprising truth: caring for ourselves isn’t selfish — it’s stewardship.

What does it really look like to trust God when life falls apart?

In this episode, we step into the powerful true stories of five women who trusted God in extraordinary circumstances—war, grief, calling, and life-changing decisions.

From the courage of Corrie ten Boom during the Holocaust to the faith of Elisabeth Elliot returning to the jungle, these stories remind us that courageous faith rarely begins with a heroic moment.

It begins with a quiet yes.

If you’ve ever wondered what trusting God looks like in real life, these stories will encourage you to take the next faithful step.

What does life look like as one of the 99 sheep in Luke 15? In this episode, we explore belonging, comparison, and faithfulness through Scripture and neuroscience. Discover how to trust the Shepherd, overcome insecurity, and find peace when you’re not the one being rescued.

What if the most dangerous thing about your faith isn’t doubt—but familiarity? In Episode 97 of Called & Curious, we explore why Jesus was amazed by faith and unbelief, how calling often looks foolish before it looks faithful, and why hesitation is quietly shaping who we’re becoming. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who loves Jesus but feels stalled, stuck, or spiritually bored.

What if the way you show up changes the entire atmosphere? In this episode, we explore the fragrance of Christ through a hilarious real-life story, Scripture, and neuroscience—and why love, peace, and presence are meant to be felt, not just spoken.

A Thanksgiving morning story of seashells, waves, dolphins, and a broken sand dollar becomes a powerful lesson in faith, neuroscience, and peace. In this episode, we explore how God often reveals hidden treasures through movement, perspective, and surrender—and how to notice which invitation He’s placing on your heart right now.

90 % of us don’t know what our own name means — and does it even matter? Spoiler: it does. Join Ashriel for The Name Game, a faith-and-neuroscience conversation about identity, peace, and five names of God that can rewire how you live, lead, and love.

Grab your coffee and your emotional support stuffy — this one’s not light and fluffy. The story I didn’t want to tell, but probably needed to.