417. The Practice of Journaling with Allison Byxbe

<p>In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, Allison Bixby shares her insights on journaling as a spiritual practice, exploring how it helps trace the lines of grace in challenging seasons and deepen our connection with God.Keywords:journaling, spiritual practice, faith, grace, Christian living, prayer, community, mental health, spiritual growthTakeaways:Journaling helps slow down and focus on one thought at a time.Writing reveals what is in our hearts and helps us hear God's voice.Using metaphors like water and bread makes God's presence tangible.Perfectionism is a barrier; showing up honestly is more important.Community and short, consistent journaling sessions build lasting habits.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Journaling as a Spiritual Practice05:55 The Power of Writing in Challenging Seasons12:25 Finding God in Difficult SeasonsJournaling as a Spiritual Practice: https://amzn.to/40smNcxLinks:Speaking: https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking Creative Business Coaching: https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching Camp for Creatives: https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives Listen to Radical Radiance on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4 Listen to Radical Radiance on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f Take the FREE Waiting Personality Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6 Take the Why Are You Stuck in Your Calling? Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67 Books:You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World: https://amzn.to/44omO3kDo the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl: https://amzn.to/43IaFpMBefore Dawn: Knowing God’s Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv</p><p>Sponsors:</p><p><a href="https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/holman-gift-guide/her/?emid=pm:em:260401%7Cacq%7Cna%7Cbibles%7Cchristian_standard_bible%7Cna%7C2634076_radical_radiance_holman_gift_guide_mothers_day:na:na&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=fy26_bh-bibles_spring26_mothers-day-gift-guide&amp;utm_source=radical-radiance&amp;utm_content=acquisition_mothers-day-gift-guide_20260401"><u>CSB Mother’s Day Gift Guide</u></a>:  This year, give her something that will encourage her every single day. You can shop the Christian Standard Bible Mother’s Day Gift Guide!</p><p><a href="http://liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance"><u>Live Oak Integrative Health</u></a>: Visit liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance — and as a <em>Radical Radiance</em> listener, you’ll receive a discounted rate on service packages.</p>