The Alli Worthington Show

The Stress Spiral: How to Stop It Before It Stops You

Stress, we’ve all been there, right? It sneaks in, takes over, and leaves us feeling totally out of control. Well, not today, my friend! 
 
We’re diving into the nitty-gritty of stress—what it’s doing to your mind and body, why it feels so overwhelming, and, most importantly, how to kick it to the curb.
 
The good news? You don’t have to stay stuck in the stress spiral. This episode is packed with real, practical steps you can take to break free and feel like yourself again. If you’re ready to reclaim your peace and sanity, let’s do this together!
Timestamps:
(01:29) - What’s the Stress Spiral? Let’s Break Down How It Starts and How to Stop It!
(06:17) - The Science of Stress
(06:54 - Practical Steps to Stop Stress in Its Tracks
(13:12) - The Ripple Effect: How Managing Stress Changes Everything
(16:42) - My Favorite Stress-Busting Apps You’re Going to Love
 
Recommendations:
The apps that I use for my Apple watch is Stress Monitor. It tells you every hour if you're doing great or are in total overload.
 
The Welltory app lets you know how your health is and how resilient you are right now.
 
StressWatch is a more playful app, and it makes looking at my metrics more fun.
 
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xo,
Alli

Boundaries, Balance, and Breakthroughs: The Best of Emotional Health

Welcome to Boundaries, Balance, and Breakthroughs! We’re diving into some of the most meaningful conversations we’ve had on emotional health—the sweet spot where mental and spiritual well-being meet. 
 
You’ll hear incredible insights about balance, boundaries, and living with intention from Jon Acuff, Lysa TerKeurst, Shauna Niequist, Terra Mattson, and Emily P. Freeman. 
Timestamps: 
(1:09) - Balancing Inputs and Outputs with Jon Acuff
(08:23) - Lysa TerKeurt’s definition of Boundaries
(13:56) - Taking Care of Ourselves and Being Easily Delighted with Shauna Niequist
(19:32) - Discovering a Work-Rest Balance with Terra Mattson
(23:01) - Being a Soul Minimalist with Emily P. Freeman
 
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xo,
Alli

The Science of Thriving: Why Self-Compassion Changes Everything

Today, we're diving into self-compassion. I've talked a little about it on the show, but we're going deep today. It's a skill that can transform your entire life. If you have ever caught yourself being way harder on yourself than you would be on anyone else, this episode is for you.
 
We’re exploring what self-compassion really means, why it’s not self-indulgent, and how it can transform your emotional health, relationships, and productivity. Plus, I’ll share practical steps to start treating yourself with the kindness you show others.
 
Timestamps:
(01:12) - What Exactly is Self-Compassion?(06:57) - The Science of Self-Compassion(12:24) - Why is Being Kind to Ourselves So Tough?(15:38) - Simple, Practical Ways to Build Self-Compassion Today(24:22) - My Current Favorite Must-Have!
Recommendations:
Today, I’m telling you about my favorite hairspray. I’m loving Bed Head Masterpiece Hair Spray. It is very strong, and it doesn’t take much. It holds my curls so they don’t get as frizzy. 
 
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I hope you had as much fun with this episode as I did! 🎉 Be sure to hit that subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you never miss a thing. And if you love the show, I’d be so grateful if you left a quick review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Youtube —your support truly means everything to me! 💛
 
xo,
Alli

Self-Betrayal: The Hidden Force Shaping Your Life with Kobe Campbell

Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Kobe Campbell —trauma therapist, author, speaker, and an all-around amazing woman. This is hands-down one of the most insightful and transformative conversations we’ve ever had on the show.
 
In this episode, we dive into practical wisdom and expert tools that will change your life. We’re talking about how to begin healing from past experiences, why your past still influences your present, and what you need to know to break free.
 
In her new book, Why Am I Like This?: How to Break Cycles, Heal from Trauma, and Restore Your Faith, she shares why our past pain continues to affect our present and how we can move forward to break the cycles. 
Timestamps:
(03:07) - The Cycle of Self-Betrayal and The Huge Impacts of Self-Betrayal
(06:39) - Why It’s Time to Stop Abandoning Yourself
(17:50) - How Your Past Keeps Crashing the Party in Your Present
(25:08) - The Inner Narrative We Tell Ourselves 
(31:19) - Kobe’s Top Recommendation
 
Koby’s Recommendations:
The show Kobe is enjoying right now is Missing You. It’s incredible. 
 
Kobe’s book she’s loving right now is the fiction read, Before I Let Go. It touches on notes of marital strife, reconciliation, and touches on a romantic novel, but it has a mental health thread, and she loves that.
 
A product Kobe has told friends they need is a Cuisinart Meat Thawer. It thaws meat super quickly and it has saved her dinners when she’s forgotten to thaw the meat. 
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Links to great things we discussed: 
The show Kobe is watching - Missing You
Kobe’s book she is loving these days - Before I Let Go
Kobe’s Top Product Recommendation - Cuisinart Meat Thawer
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 xo,
Alli

How to Break Out of a Mental Funk

Did you know your brain has a built-in bully? It does. Chances are you're letting it run the show. This is why we get stuck in a mental funk. Let me tell you why self-compassion is the ultimate secret weapon you didn't even know you needed.
 
Here's the good news: being in a mental slump doesn’t mean you have to stay there. Today, we’re diving into how self-compassion can help you bust out of a mental funk and get back on track.
Timestamps:
(03:15) - The Science of Self-Compassion
(05:15) - The Challenges of Self-Compassion
(08:30) - Shake Things Up With A Physical Reset & Changing Your Environment
(11:03) - The Ripple Effect of Kindness
(13:43) - Quick Ideas to Get You Out of a Rut!
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Links to great things we discussed - Podcast: 
Eponce Daily Shield Tinted SPF 50
 
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xo,
Alli

The Emotional Health Blueprint with Ian Cron

I'm thrilled to have the insightful and amazing Ian Cron with us today. You may know him as the author of The Road Back to You, the famous Enneagram book. He's back with a new book, The Fix, about making the 12 steps accessible daily.
 
Ian reveals how the 12 steps can serve as an emotional and spiritual health trellis. These steps are practical, transformative, and essential for our growth. I'm excited for you to listen to this show.
 
Timestamps:
(06:27) - Everyone’s Looking for a Fix
(11:12) - What You Need to Know About the 12-Step Program
(24:36) - Loving Someone with an Addiction
(26:53) - Why Enabling is So Dangerous
(30:21) - Ian’s Top Recommendations
 
Ian’s Recommendations
Ian just loves the song "When My Morning Comes Around" by Iris DeMent. It’s beautiful and heartfelt. 
 
Another Americana song that Ian recommends is Amsterdam by Mary Gauthier. 
 
The TV show Ian is watching right now is Slow Horses. He loves this one!
 
Ian has been telling people about This Is Happiness by Niall Williams lately. It’s like word candy, and he can’t get enough of it.
 
On the non-fiction front, Arthur Brook’s book Build the Life You Want is super great! The title can throw you off, but this is a great book. And Brook’s book Strength to Strength is a good one to help you find the qualities you bring into the world. 
 
The product Ian has told a friend they have to try is the Magic Bullet. He said the creator is a genius!
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I hope you loved this episode! 🎉 Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss a thing. And hey, check us out on YouTube while you’re at it! If you’re feeling the love, drop a quick review and give us some stars—your support means the world to me! 
 
xo,
Alli

Why We Self-Sabotage (and How to Stop)

Welcome to the wonderful, messy world of self-sabotage — where we are both the hero and the villain in our own story. And it’s not just you. We all do this. The question is: Why do we sabotage our own success, and more importantly, how do we stop?
 
Today, we’re diving deep into the psychology behind self-sabotage and breaking down practical steps to get out of your own way. This isn’t about judgment or shame — it’s about awareness, action, and breaking free. And remember, God didn’t create you to live stuck. 
Timestamps:
(02:41) - Why We Self-Sabotage (We all do it!) 
(03:56) - The Biggest Driver of Self-Sabotage
(05:36) - Fear of Success
(06:36) - The Comfort Zone Trap (It’s Cozy, But It’s a Trap!) 
(07:33) - Negative Self-Talk (Your Inner Critic is a Jerk!!)
 
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xo,
Alli

The Hidden Elements You Need to Build a Life That Flourishes with Dr. Warren Kinghorn

I'm thrilled to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Warren Kinghorn, a renowned psychiatrist and theologian from Duke University.
 
Dr. Kinghorn bridges the gap between faith and mental health in this must-listen episode. We dive into a universal struggle but rarely discuss and explore how the church can better support our emotional well-being. 
 
Timestamps:
(1:07) - The Core Elements of a Flourishing Life
(4:59) - Common Obstacles That Keep Us from Truly Flourishing
(11:44) - That One Mental or Emotional Burden We All Carry but Rarely Talk About
(16:56) - The Biggest Blind Spot Churches Have in Supporting Mental Health
(19:43) - Signs It’s Time to Get Professional Help
(23:36) - Warren’s Top Recommendations 
 
Warren’s Recommendations
A song Warren is loving is from the album Sanctuary Songs - Centering Prayer. The key theme is being where your feet are. The capacity to just be. He’s trying to step into that. 
 
Warren is watching Ted Lasso on TV right now. It’s been so much fun. The complexity of the characters and the focus on loving people for who they are are encouraging.
 
One book Warren describes as rich is Christ on the Psych Ward by David Finnegan-Hosey. It’s a beautiful book about his own experience. 
 
Another faith and mental health book Warren recommends is Dust in the Blood by Jessica Coblenz. She writes about how we can draw from Biblical examples of being in the wilderness. 
 
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xo,
Alli

The Emotional Health Truths That Would’ve Saved Me Years of Struggle

We are in our emotional health series and you know I'm obsessed with increasing our emotional health, not just for us but for the benefit of everyone who crosses our path. Today, I'm sharing 13 things I wish someone had told me in my 20s. 
 
In my 20s, I thought emotional health was for people who journaled in candlelight and lived in yoga pants, but it's for everyone. Trust me, your emotional health matters way more than you think, whether you're 20, 40, or 60.  
 
Timestamps:
(01:19) - Emotional Health: It All Starts with Awareness
(04:38) - Healthy Relationships Begin with YOU
(07:59) - Emotional Health Meets Self-Care
(09:21) - Gratitude Changes Everything
(12:17) - Alli’s Must-Have Recommendations
Recommendations:
It’s mid-January and cold and to mix things up a little bit, I’m loving adding a little cinnamon and vanilla extract to my green tea. It makes it taste amazing!
 
The song I’m playing on repeat right now is Nothing I Hold On To by Jesus Co. It’s a great way to worship God and feel better at the same time.
 
Listen now:
Watch on YouTube
 
Links to great things we discussed - Podcast: 
Nothing I Hold On To - Jesus Co. 
 
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xo,
Alli

Stop Running on Empty: Unlock the Power of Real Soul Care with Debra Fileta

Welcome back! Today, I'm thrilled to have Debra Fileta joining us. You might remember her from Smart Girl Summer last year, and I couldn't think of a better way to kick off the new year because she's written an excellent book on soul care.
 
In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of soul care. We'll cover everything you need to know: what to focus on, what pitfalls to avoid, and actionable steps to nurture your soul. 
Timestamps:
(01:35) - Why We Christian Women Struggle With Self-Care (It's Not Just You!)
(05:24) - Reading Scripture Through the Lens of Our Trauma And the Traps We Fall Into
(11:55) - Self-Care vs. Soul Care: What's the Difference? 
(19:29)  - Honoring Our Capacity With Jesus as Our Example
(26:25) - Debra’s Top Recommendations 
 
Debra’s Recommendations: 
The song that Debra is loving right now is On Time God by Women Evolve Worship. It’s really good and is exactly what I need right now.
 
Her fun TV recommendations are The Great British Baking Show and Junior Bake Off. It is so relaxing and the pace is great. 
 
Books that Debra has told someone they need to read are Imagine Heaven by John Burke and Heaven is Real by Todd Burpo and Lynn Vincent. It’s a really good conversational piece to talk through the beliefs our kids have.
 
Watch on YouTube
 
Links to great things we discussed : 
 
Debra Fileta
On Time God - Women Evolve Worship
The Great British Baking Show
Junior Bake Off
Imagine Heaven
Heaven is Real
Pineapple Cutter
Remaining You While Raising Them
 
I hope you loved this episode! 🎉 Don’t forget to check us out on YouTube while you’re at it! If you’re feeling the love, drop a quick review and give us some stars—your support means the world! 
 
xo,
Alli