313. The Power of Small Intentional Moments with Nichole Suvar

<p>In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George is joined by Nichole Suvar, author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Numbering-Our-Days-Combating-Intentional/dp/166428575X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15M2U1HGDG7RJ&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.3y4Yo5iyrkgZy3EyrQeUtFUSZv0WrLISLdwkzo4-Y9LGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.45reDQoBYmHoQpp2DBWyWQbSJked6dzoGvbDf3gOUZc&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=numbering+our+days+nichole+suvar&amp;qid=1711660863&amp;sprefix=numbering+our+days+%2Caps%2C755&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferer" target="_blank">Numbering Our Days</a>, to explore the theme of living intentionally amidst the buzz of modern life. They discuss the pressures of staying connected in an online world and how this contrasts with previous generations. Nichole shares her battle with anxiety, revealing how focusing on small, intentional moments helps to manage her condition. They discuss Nichole's seven key areas of focus for living a more intentional life.</p>

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<p>Nichole is a recovering perfectionist, anxiety-fighter, and seeker of all things declared good. She desires for others to know that they are created for a purpose and that even the struggle of anxiety can be a tool to help point us to our Savior and live a life that brings Him glory.</p>

<p>Nichole has contributed to several devotionals, one of which includes Freedom from Worry through Proverbs 31 Ministries. She has also published devotionals for Advent - Prepare Him Room: an Intentional Advent and Easter - Victory in the Wilderness: an Intentional Easter, that can be purchased through her website. Nichole is a writer for the Self Care 365 app, a daily reminder app from Remedy Live that helps you focus on wellness with your mental health. She has also been a guest on numerous podcasts and blogs as well as a speaker on empathy for Great Kids, Great Communities, an initiative in Fort Wayne, IN. She recently published her book, Numbering Our Days: Combating Anxiety in the Power of Small Intentional Moments.</p>

<p><strong>Rebecca and Nichole chat about:</strong></p>

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<li>Personal stories of giving and receiving help, and the importance of community</li>

<li>The contradiction between a culture of independence and the human need for community</li>

<li>Nichole Suvar discusses finding strength through God in her struggles with Generalized Anxiety Disorder</li>

<li>Nichole shares resources on living intentionally and combating anxiety</li>

<li>Emphasizing presence and intentionality in everyday life amidst challenges</li>

<li>Seven areas of focus in Nichole's book</li>

<li>Nichole's morning routine that avoids smartphones and starts with Bible study and coffee</li>

<li>The challenges posed by smartphones in managing time and maintaining relationships</li>