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Thriving in Christ | Burnout, Stress, Leadership, Faith & High Performance

Dr. Ioana Popa | Psychiatrist Educator, Executive Coach, Speaker & Spiritual Care Formation
Christian Faith
Self-Care
Burnout
Mental Health
Christianity
Internal Family Systems
Psychology
Orthodox Christianity
Chronic Stress
Faith
Mindfulness
Christian Women
God
Spiritual Care
Holistic Self-Care
Nutrition
Resilience
Burnout Prevention
Stress Management
Coaching

For Christian Women Professionals & Servant Leaders called to live, lead, and serve from renewal for the Kingdom. Top 2.5% Globally Ranked. → Do you feel at times stressed, depleted, or on a “busy treadmill,” with Sunday night blues - even though you love what you do? → Do you sense blocks in reaching your highest potential for the Kingdom, despite already carrying significant responsibility and i... more

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Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do isn't push harder - it's pause. A few moments of intentional awareness can help you step out of autopilot, quiet the noise, and remember that God is closer than you think.

This encouraging episode explores... more

In today's busy culture it is common for most of us to get pulled in a hundred different directions - so no wonder that we can feel drained at the end of the day.

And then somewhere between the endless demands of our lives and the desire to serve Go... more

Have you ever reacted to something and immediately wished you had responded differently? When life feels overwhelming, it's easy to get swept up in stress, emotions, and the demands of the moment.

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Recent Guests

Nakia Edwards
Doctor of Nursing Practice and Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student
Pursuing Get Together / Pursuing God Together
Episode: 286 | Following Christ Sometimes Means Walking Away: Faith, Discernment & Renewal with Nakia Edwards
Megan Bonynge
Licensed marriage and family therapist; founder of Agape Wellness Collective
Agape Wellness Collective
Episode: 284 | You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone - Faith, Therapy and Healing with Megan Bonynge
Andrea Fortenberry
Host of The Perfectionist Guide to Mothering; Leadership Development Manager at MomCo
MomCo
Episode: 282 | The Hidden Cost of Perfectionism - Finding Rest in Christ with Andrea Fortenberry
Victoria Volk
Owner of Unleashed Heart; Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist
Unleashed Heart
Episode: 276 | Your Grief Can Be Healed - How to Move Forward in Christ, with Victoria Volk
Jody Hudson
Founder of Alex Hudson Lyme Foundation; author and fundraiser
Alex Hudson Lyme Foundation
Episode: 272 | Lessons from the Resurrection - Part 3: God Is Closer Than You Think, with Jody Hudson
Leslie Nunn Reed
Consultant and strategic partner for organizational change
Nunn Communications
Episode: 269 | Why Pushing Harder Isn’t Working: Lead with God’s Direction Instead. With Leslie Nunn Reed
Dr. Amy Loden Tiffany
Physician, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, author, mom of five
Concierge medical practice focusing on women's health
Episode: 267 | Why Successful Christian Women Burn Out: Health Warning Signs You Miss, with Amy Loden Tiffany
Dr. Robyn Graham
Anxiety breakthrough strategist, speaker and creator of the CCC method
The Robyn Graham Show; author of You, Me, and Anxiety
Episode: 265 | Anxiety in High-Achieving Women: A Christian & Science-Based Approach, with Dr. Robyn Graham
Dr. Kayla Fresco
Hospitalist at a VA hospital; physician
VA Hospital
Episode: 263 | Hallway Prayers: Faith & Resilience in a High-Stress Career, With Dr. Kayla Fresco

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Ioana Popa
Dr. Ioana Popa, physician-psychiatrist educator, spiritual care & executive coach, and co-founder of Team For The Soul Institute.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • A refreshing word for Christian women

    Thriving in Christ podcast is an encouraging and refreshing listen for women who want to grow in faith while navigating work leadership and daily life. The conversations are practical, uplifting, and rooted in biblical truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Host New Normal Big Life
    United States3 months ago
  • A gold mine of truth

    A fantastic resource for Christian women to live their best life in Christ.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12345Graham
    United States4 months ago
  • Love her mission to serve

    Dr. Ioana has a clear mission to serve her listener. It was an honor to be a guest to help women learn about their thyroid health.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EstherHolisticRN
    United States4 months ago
  • Feeling savior’s love through every episode

    Listening to Thriving in Christ has been such a blessing. Every time I hear Ioana share, I genuinely feel my Savior’s love for me—because she has a remarkable gift for making people feel seen, understood, and cared for. Her compassion shines through in every episode, yet she doesn’t shy away from addressing real trials and everyday struggles. Instead, she approaches them with hope, wisdom, and encouragement. This podcast uplifts me, grounds me, and consistently points me back to Christ in the mo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimdan0515
    United States4 months ago
  • Wellness + Christ + Ambition

    This is a great podcast for high capacity women who want to thrive in their health while staying spiritually attuned with the Creator God. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EricaJ5413
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners describe the host as warm, compassionate, and practical, offering spiritual guidance with science-based strategies.
The show's mix of faith, health, and leadership is seen as credible and uplifting, with practical tips that listeners can apply weekly.
Guests and topics are praised for empowering Christian women to avoid burnout and lead with renewal.
Community resources and coaching invitations are valued as actionable paths for deeper engagement.

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Talking Points

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278 | Your Nervous System Is Stuck in Stress - How to Retrain It in Christ, with Cynthia Damaskos
Q: What practical steps can a listener take today to begin this retraining?
Start with small, consistent habits: pause on a triggering signal, observe the story you tell yourself, reframe with self-compassion, and create a dedicated space for renewal to anchor these practices.
278 | Your Nervous System Is Stuck in Stress - How to Retrain It in Christ, with Cynthia Damaskos
Q: What is the core mechanism you're addressing with listeners who feel chronically stressed?
The core mechanism is retraining the limbic system to interpret signals more accurately and feel safe, using slow, conscious practices, reframing thoughts, and integrating faith with science to support a grounded, joyful life.
267 | Why Successful Christian Women Burn Out: Health Warning Signs You Miss, with Amy Loden Tiffany
Q: What practical steps can busy women take to protect their health and prevent burnout?
Incorporate regular movement after meals, consider body composition testing (DEXA or similar), prioritize high-quality sleep, and focus on sustainable routines that fit into daily life rather than overhauls. Also, cultivate the mindset that regeneration is possible within one's current constraints.
267 | Why Successful Christian Women Burn Out: Health Warning Signs You Miss, with Amy Loden Tiffany
Q: What early signs of burnout should listeners watch for, especially among high-achieving moms?
Early signs include sleep disturbances with difficulty staying asleep, persistent thoughts about tasks, and subtle metabolic changes like rising cholesterol, triglycerides, and fasting glucose over years, plus increasing waist circumference. These often precede more obvious burnout if not addressed.
267 | Why Successful Christian Women Burn Out: Health Warning Signs You Miss, with Amy Loden Tiffany
Q: Why did you choose to become a physician, and did your faith influence that path?
Growing up in a Christian family and being drawn to science, she felt a calling to help others. Her experience shadowing a woman cardiologist revealed the mystery of heart disease and the desire to prevent it at its roots, while her faith provided a framework for serving patients with compassion.

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A faith-based leadership show for Christian women professionals and servant leaders who want sustainable renewal, reduced burnout, and higher performance. Episodes blend psychology, science, and Christian faith to help listeners align body, mind, heart, and soul, creating calm, clear presence in high-stakes moments and leadership roles. Noteworthy is a practical, integrative approach that pairs spiritual practices with evidence-informed strategies, often featuring guest experts while grounding every discussion in renewal from within. This combination of spiritual devotion, practical routines, and leadership coaching can help listeners prioritize inner renewal over constant hustle.

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1. The Best of You
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Recent guests on Thriving in Christ include:

1. Nakia Edwards
2. Megan Bonynge
3. Andrea Fortenberry
4. Victoria Volk
5. Jody Hudson
6. Leslie Nunn Reed
7. Dr. Amy Loden Tiffany
8. Dr. Robyn Graham

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