Healthy Vibes Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Christian Living”

Episode 232: Simple Ways to Support Your Health Naturally with Emma Magnolia

Kelley Ranaudo — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Emma Magnolia is the founder of Emma Wellness, a holistic health education and natural wellness company dedicated to empowering individuals and families through practical, sustainable approaches to health. A holistic health educator, therapeutic bodyworker and lifestyle practitioner with more than 30 years of experience, Emma has spent over 25 years developing natural health products and teaching foundational wellness principles, including herbal remedies, food as medicine, preventive health and personal responsibility. She began her training at age 17 at Living Valley, one of Australia’s leading health retreats, where she studied remedial Swedish massage, therapeutic bodywork, lymphatic therapy, colonic therapy and other natural health modalities. Over the course of her career, she has operated an in-home wellness clinic for more than 20 years and taught cooking schools, wellness classes, and health lectures for nearly three decades. A wife, mother of seven, and homesteader based in rural Wisconsin, Emma is widely respected for her ability to translate holistic health concepts into practical, everyday habits that support long-term wellness. Through education, product development, content creation, and community outreach, she continues to help people take a confident, proactive role in their health.

You can find Emma below:

EmmaWellness.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaraoneilldaughter/

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barbaraoneilldaughter01

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@barbaraoneilldaughter

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbaraoneilldaughter

Some of the things that Emma talked about on the podcast:

Liquid Oceans Minerals

Mineral Sea Salt

Salt Cellar

Sustain Me book

[Frontier Pizza Seasoning](https://www.frontiercoop.com/products/frontier-co-op-pizza-seasoning-blend-1-04-oz_

Episode 231: God is in the Middle of it All

Kelley Ranaudo — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400

When life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or full of waiting, it's easy to wonder where God is. In this episode, we're reminded that He is not watching from a distance, He is walking with us through every difficult moment.

Whether you're facing anxiety, a season of waiting, a major life decision, grief, or simply feeling overwhelmed, remembering God's presence changes everything. We may not know how the story will unfold, but we can trust the One who is writing it.

In this episode, we talk about:

Why we often feel alone during difficult seasons
How fear grows when we forget God is with us
Finding peace in the middle of uncertainty
Trusting God when you don't have all the answers
Practical ways to remember God's presence every day

Scripture:"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." — Isaiah 41:1

Episode 229: Be True to Yourself

Kelley Ranaudo — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In a world filled with social media, influencers, AI, and constant comparison, it's easy to lose sight of who we truly are. Authenticity is becoming increasingly rare, outside influences are quietly shaping our choices, and we talk about practical ways to reconnect with your values, purpose, and the life that truly matters. The world doesn't need another copy—it needs the real you.

Today’s reminder: This week, remove one thing that is pulling you away from who you truly want to become.

When Our To-Do List Steals Our Presence

Kelley Ranaudo — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:00:00 -0400

We're surrounded by a culture that celebrates being busy. Our calendars are full, our phones never stop buzzing, and our to-do lists seem to grow faster than we can cross things off. But what if our greatest accomplishment today isn't finishing another task, it's being fully present with the people we love?

In this episode, we're talking about how the pursuit of productivity can quietly steal our attention, our peace, and the moments that matter most. You'll learn practical ways to slow down, be more intentional, and choose connection over completion.

Because at the end of the day, your family won't remember how many emails you answered, they'll remember how you made them feel.

Picture by: Thomas Bormans

Episode 227: The Narrow Gate

Kelley Ranaudo — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt the pressure to do what everyone else is doing? To follow the crowd, fit in, or choose the easier path?

In this episode, we explore the powerful words in Matthew 7:13-14 about finding the narrow gate and the narrow path. While the wide road may be popular and comfortable, the narrow road often requires courage, faith, discipline, and a willingness to live differently.

Join me as we discuss what it looks like to resist worldly pressures, follow your convictions, and trust God's direction even when it feels lonely or unpopular. The road less traveled isn't always easy, but it often leads to greater peace, purpose, growth, and a deeper relationship with God.

Scripture:
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. - Matthew 7:13-14

Key Takeaways:

Why the wide road is so appealing
The dangers of following the crowd
How worldly pressures can pull us off course
What it looks like to walk the narrow path today
Practical ways to choose faith over popularity
Finding peace and purpose in God's direction

Reminder for Today: The narrow path isn't always the easiest path, but it is often the one that leads to the greatest growth. Don't choose a direction simply because everyone else is going that way. Choose the path that aligns with your values, your faith, and the person God is calling you to become.

This week, before making a decision, ask yourself:

"Am I following the crowd, or am I following God's calling?"

Episode 226: Comparison: The Thief of Peace

Kelley Ranaudo — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt behind in life because of what someone else has accomplished? Or found yourself measuring your success against others? Comparison is one of the easiest traps to fall into, yet it often leaves us feeling discouraged, prideful, anxious, or dissatisfied.

In this episode, we discuss why comparison is unhealthy from both directions. Whether it causes us to feel inferior or superior, comparison keeps our focus on other people's lives instead of our own journey. You'll learn practical ways to break free from the comparison cycle, find contentment where you are, and focus on becoming who you were created to be.

Key Topics:

The hidden dangers of comparison
Why feeling "less than" hurts our confidence
Why feeling "better than" isn't healthy either
The impact of social media and constant comparison
Gratitude, contentment, and personal growth
Measuring progress without comparing ourselves to others
Living according to your values and purpose

*Bible Verse: *
"Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else." - Galatians 6:4

*Reminder for Today: *
Your worth is not determined by where you stand compared to someone else. Stay focused on your own growth, your own calling, and the next faithful step in front of you