In this heartfelt and grace-filled episode of the Lovely Home Podcast, I’m joined by the wise, warm, and deeply insightful Dr. Jennifer (Jenna) Longden—author, counselor, professor, wife, and mom of four. Together, we go deep on what it really means to take care of yourself as a Christian woman, even in the messiest seasons of motherhood, marriage, and mental burnout.

We talk about:

• Reframing self-care as soul restoration (not selfishness)

• How to break bad habits with grace and consistency

• Why Christian women often resist rest, and how to stop the guilt spiral

• Mental health, addiction, and why naming your struggle is the first step to healing

• The truth about hormones, productivity, and why most habit books don’t work for women

• Living intentionally against the norm and designing a rhythm that actually fits your family

• Plus... the sourdough starter that might (or might not) still be alive in Jenna’s fridge 🥖

Whether you're a newlywed wife trying to find your footing or a seasoned homemaker craving deeper rhythms, this episode is packed with golden nuggets of truth, laughter, and so much grace.

👇 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

📘 Dr. Jennifer Longden’s Book: → A Guide to Mental and Emotional Wellness on Amazon → New Leaf Wellness Institute – coaching, workshops, and CE trainings for educators and mental health professionals

🪴 Lovely Things We Talked About: → Marriageology: The Art and Science of Staying Together by Belinda Luscombe → Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz → The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi → The Plan by Kendra Adachi

🎧 Listen in and let your heart be reminded that your rhythms, your rest, and your story deeply matter.

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This episode is perfect for #ChristianWives, #NewlywedLife, and anyone needing encouragement in #BiblicalSelfCare. We talk #BreakingBadHabits with #GraceAndTruth, explore #MentalHealthForMoms, and unpack real-life #MarriageExpectations. Whether you’re craving #FaithBasedEncouragement, building #HealthyHomeRhythms, or diving into #HormonalHealthForWomen, this episode has it all. For #HomemakerWives seeking balance, peace, and permission to slow down, this is your sign. Plus: #SelfCareForChristianWomen, #AddictionRecovery, and a big scoop of #HomemakingWithGrace.