Episodes

  • EP. 56 | Can a Marriage Recover After Betrayal?

    EP. 56 | Can a Marriage Recover After Betrayal?
    Mar 16 2026

    Betrayal is one of the leading reasons couples seek therapy.

    And one of the first questions people ask is:

    “Can our marriage survive this?”

    The answer is sometimes yes.

    But recovery requires much more than simply saying “sorry” and moving on.

    Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women.

    Thank You! For listening.

    ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach

    Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, or loneliness. Imagine feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — walking through life with God beside you. That is the healing we begin together.

    Many people quietly struggle with rejection, anxiety, low self-worth, or the pain of past experiences. Some fear repeating painful patterns in their parenting or relationships. If that sounds familiar, please know that healing is possible.

    Through a biblical lens and compassionate conversations, this podcast explores how to rebuild self-worth, restore trust, and rediscover peace and clarity so you can move forward with confidence and hope.

    WHAT NEXT?

    📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠

    ✅ Get resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose.

    ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠

    ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share.

    ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email

    ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com

    ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠

    Connect with me, online for Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing, Interpersonal Therapy and faith-led wisdom.

    📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional
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    8 mins
  • EP. 55 | When He’s Using Porn: Can You Stay Without Losing You?

    EP. 55 | When He’s Using Porn: Can You Stay Without Losing You?
    Mar 9 2026

    When pornography causes emotional and physical distance in a marriage, it’s easy to assume repair is impossible. But what if the real breakthrough lies not just in stopping the behavior, but in restoring deep emotional safety? This episode unveils a effective framework for wives who want to support their husbands’ recovery without sacrificing their own boundaries or well-being.

    Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women.

    Thank You! For listening/Watching.

    ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women.

    ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠

    Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together

    Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible.

    Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident.

    WHAT NEXT?

    ✅ Get resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose.

    ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠

    📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠

    ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share.

    ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email

    ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com

    ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠

    Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing, Interpersonal, Relational Therapy and faith-led wisdom.

    📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional.

    Hashtags:

    #TrustAfterBetrayal, #MarriageRecovery, #EmotionalSafety, #BoundariesInMarriage, #PornographyImpact, #WivesSupport, #HealingTogether, #EmpoweredRecovery, #MaritalHealing, #RelationshipGrowth

    Keywords:

    trust, betrayal, marriage recovery, emotional safety, boundaries, pornography, wives support, healing, empowerment, marital healing, relationship growth
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    16 mins
  • EP 54 | How I Found My Voice In The Silence Of Our Home

    EP 54 | How I Found My Voice In The Silence Of Our Home
    Mar 2 2026
    In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Ferguson, author of the debut book 'Rooms Without Walls,' where she shares how she found her voice in her relationship. We explore her concept of 'rooms without walls,' discussing personal insights and practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries and achieving transformation in a Christian marriage. I hope this blesses you. Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women Thank You! For listening/Watching. ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing, Interpersonal Therapy and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional. GUEST PROFILE Ruth Ferguson is a Caribbean author, business professional and entrepreneur who has a passion for teaching and mentoring others. Ruth is the author of Room Without Walls: A Transformation Journey, which is her memoir and a self-help book for persons in need of emotional healing from hurt and trauma. Ruth's journey as an author began after a series of personal challenges dealing with grief and relationship trauma which reunited her with her love for writing. Through her faith in and dependence on God, Ruth experienced a renewed vigour to live her life full of purpose. Ruth believes in authenticity and encourages well-being through a person's relationship with God and themselves. For more information about Ruth's story, please visit: https://www.rfwrittenlegacy.biz/about/ Purchase links Amazon Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Room-Without-Walls-Transformational-Journey-ebook/dp/B0CZTZ3PQH/ Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/Room-Without-Walls-Transformational-Journey/dp/B0CZTWG243/ Website https://www.rfwrittenlegacy.biz/reviews Scribbles And Quills (bookstore) https://scribblesandquills.com/shop/books/trinidadandtobagoauthors/room-without-walls-a-transformational-journey-by-ruth-ferguson/ Contact Email: ruthferguson1177@gmail.com Website: https://www.rfwrittenlegacy.biz/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-ferguson-182687336 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ruth-Ferguson/pfbid0sACyUK9DNxfjxxiFTSMzGpEVxyvM5XunJ7qvQRVjT5z879KVyUxfCtBsq1wrUrPBl/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_ruth.writes?_t=8khoFViyiIv&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ruth.writes?igsh=MTNxdHJ4Z2RiYmlrZg== X (Formerly Twitter): RuthFergus93381 Readers can also check out Ruth's blogs: https://www.rfwrittenlegacy.biz/blog 00:00 - Introducing Ruth Ferguson: author, trauma survivor, and spiritual guide 02:16 - The meaning behind "Rooms Without Walls" in marriage and boundaries 04:43 - Establishing healthy boundaries to protect emotional well-being 07:27 - Reclaiming your voice and confidence after emotional silence 09:34 - Practical steps for strategic confrontation aligned with divine timing 12:50 - Recognizing the importance of prayer and spiritual support in conflict 17:08 - The significance of forgiveness, humility, and divine purpose in healing 23:22 - Respectfully confronting silence and emotional distance 29:23 - Understanding divine assignments in marital struggles 36:52 - How to confront emotional and sexual intimacy barriers 44:08 - Navigating emotional shutting down and communication gaps 49:18 - Enforcing healthy consequences as acts of protection, not punishment 58:08 - Building a legacy of transformation and biblical models for lasting marriage #ChristianMarriage, #BoundariesInRelationships, #VoiceAndEmpowerment, #RoomsWithoutWalls, #MarriageTransformation, #PrayerAndHealing, #DivinePurpose, #EmotionalIntimacy, #StrategicConfrontation, #RuthFerguson, #SpiritualGuidance, #HealthyBoundaries, #MarriageGrowth, #PersonalTransformation, #LegacyBuilding
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    55 mins
  • EP 53 | How to Lead with Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) in the Workplace

    EP 53 | How to Lead with Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) in the Workplace
    Feb 23 2026
    How do we bring our whole selves—faith included—to the office? In this episode, Professor Yewande Oshodi joins me to discuss Spiritual Intelligence. Learn how to lead with purpose and maintain your peace in even the most challenging professional environments. Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women. Thanks! For listening. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Spiritual intelligence as a new frontier in professional development 02:13 - Defining spiritual intelligence from a Christian perspective 05:40 - Connecting work to calling and kingdom purpose 09:40 - Viewing work beyond a paycheck—finding deeper meaning and calling 12:34 - How identity in Christ shapes our work and ethics 18:38 - Practical ways to maintain inner peace during office chaos 22:10 - Avoiding office gossip and toxic politics with spiritual wisdom 27:28 - Trusting the Holy Spirit and intuition in decision-making 30:21 - Balancing data, intuition, and divine guidance in career moves 34:17 - Developing spiritual sensitivity and discernment in the workplace 36:00 - Navigating ethical dilemmas and maintaining integrity through spiritual intelligence 41:55 - Encouragement for women new to spiritual intelligence and prayer for renewed purpose in work ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠ Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible. Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get ⁠free resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing, Interpersonal Therapy and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional. Guest Profile Yewande Oshodi - (MBBS, MPH, FMCPsych, Mphil, Cert Child & Adol Psych) is a medical professional with broad experience in the field of psychiatry. She is an alumna of the University of Lagos, Nigeria, where she earned her medical degree about 28 years ago, and furthered her expertise at the Stellenbosch University in Cape Town, South Africa. Prof. Oshodi lectured for over 17 years in the College of Medicine of the University of Lagos where she attained the position of Professor of Psychiatry, before she disengaged formally in January of 2026. Beyond her clinical and academic roles, Prof. Oshodi is a sought-after public speaker and trainer, works with NGOs, delivering talks and workshops on topics such as mental wellbeing, parenting, school mental health, and child and adolescent psychiatry. She is very passionate about mentorship, she devotes time to guiding younger colleagues, particularly women, in their professional and personal growth. Prof. Oshodi’s life is deeply rooted in her Christian faith. She is a devoted believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, she has served as a minister at The Covenant Nation in Nigeria, where she has worshipped as a member for many years. Outside of her professional and ministry commitments, she is a proud mother to three adult sons and a teenage daughter. TAGS #SpiritualIntelligence, #FaithInWorkplace, #PurposeDrivenLife, #InnerPeace, #ChristianPodcast, #EmotionalHealing, #ProfessionalGrowth, #WisdomAtWork, #SQAdvantage
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    41 mins
  • EP. 52 | MARRIED BUT VOICELESS | How to Confront What’s Wrong with Wisdom

    EP. 52 | MARRIED BUT VOICELESS | How to Confront What’s Wrong with Wisdom
    Feb 16 2026
    You Were Chosen on Purpose. Your husband loves you deeply. He would do anything for you. However, remaining silent in the face of harm often stems from cultural or perceived rules that prioritize peace over truth and safety. True confidence requires strategic silence—knowing when to speak up and when to hold back for the sake of your Calling. I hope this episode blesses you. Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women. Thank You! For listening/Watching. ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠ Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible. Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get ⁠free resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing, Interpersonal Therapy and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional. TRANSCRIPT You Were Chosen—Even When You “Shouldn’t” Have Been Queen Vashti is dethroned. Esther is enthroned. She shouldn’t have been—but she was. She was chosen. Favoured. Positioned. Esther was an orphan. She had no parents to advocate for her. She came from a conquered people. Her cultural background was completely different from King Ahasuerus. She did not grow up in privilege or proximity to power. And yet—she was chosen. And I want to pause right here, because I believe there are women listening to me who need to hear this plainly: You may feel like you shouldn’t be where you are—but you are. Some of you are wives who feel like you don’t quite “fit” the family you married into. Some of you were adopted. Some of you grew up poor and married into wealth. Some of you are from a different race, ethnicity, or cultural background. Some of you are children born out of wedlock. Some of you carry a history that doesn’t look polished or perfect. It does not matter. You are chosen. And for some of you, the way you met your husband was nothing short of miraculous. You met at uni. At work. In church. In places that felt ordinary—but God was orchestrating something extraordinary. Maybe it happened quickly. Maybe there was opposition. Maybe there were other “options” in the room—but the favour landed on you. Your husband loves you deeply. He would do anything for you. You were chosen. When Being Chosen Starts to Feel Confusing But then… things changed. Some things began to happen in your marriage or family that started making you wonder: Did I make a mistake? Am I in the wrong marriage? Why is my husband making decisions that don’t reflect who he used to be? And you start asking questions you never thought you’d ask. Is he under an influence? Is he bewitched? Is he being advised poorly? Like King Ahasuerus, your husband may be surrounded by voices— his mother, siblings, friends, culture, social media—feeding him noise, opinions, pressure, and junk. And those voices are pulling him—and your marriage—apart. And here’s the hardest part: You know something isn’t right. You know you need to speak. But you’re afraid. Afraid of breaking “protocol.” The Dangerous Lie of Waiting for an Invitation Esther had a legitimate excuse. In Persian culture, approaching the king without invitation could mean death. There was a real law. A real risk. And many women today carry their own version of that excuse: “I can’t speak up unless he asks.” “I shouldn’t rock the boat.” “A good wife stays quiet.” “If I say something, I’ll ...
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    12 mins
  • EP.51| When Your Soul Outgrows Your Salary - The Divine Pivot.

    EP.51| When Your Soul Outgrows Your Salary - The Divine Pivot.
    Feb 9 2026
    You know that nagging feeling that you’re meant for more, but you're low-key terrified it’s too late to start over? We’re calling that Holy Frustration. This episode is basically a permission slip to stop ignoring that inner nudge and start seeing your restlessness as a divine signal to pivot. The Vibe: The "Mid-Life" Myth: We’re over the idea that you have to be "settled" by 30 or 40. With the world (and AI) changing so fast, shifting careers 5–7 times isn't just normal—it’s smart. Dissatisfaction = Direction: That "itch" isn't a curse or a mid-life crisis; it’s God telling you your current space is getting too small for your potential. Obedience over Likes: Real growth happens when you stop waiting for everyone else to "get it" and just start moving on what you know is right. The Bottom Line: Staying stuck is way scarier than starting over. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to finally make that move, realign your life, or chase that "crazy" dream—this is it. You aren't behind; you're just getting ready for your next chapter. Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women. Thank You! For listening/Watching. ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠ Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible. Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get ⁠free resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional TRANSCRRIPT Have you ever been sitting at your desk—maybe it’s a high-paying job, a role everyone says you’re 'lucky' to have—and felt a weird, nagging itch in your soul? Not because the job is bad, but because it feels... small? Like you’re wearing shoes two sizes too tight? That is what I call Holy Frustration. In your 30s and 40s, society expects you to be 'settled.' But God often uses this season for a Divine Pivot. In this episode we’re talking about why you aren't ungrateful for wanting more, why AI isn't going to take your 'calling,' and how I went from a 'safe' role to a 'God-ordained' career in Australia. If you’re feeling stagnant, this episode is your permission slip to move." [03:30 - 07:00] THE DATA: The Myth of the "One Career" "Let’s look at the facts because I want your mind to be as sharp as your spirit. The Stat: Did you know the average person now changes careers 5 to 7 times in their lifetime? We aren't in the 1950s anymore. With the advent of AI, technical skills are being automated, but human empathy, discernment, and counsel are becoming the world's most valuable currencies. The Motherhood Factor: There is a massive shift that happens when we have babies. Research shows that motherhood often triggers a 'Values Re-evaluation.' Suddenly, the 9-to-5 grind doesn't just feel tiring—it feels expensive. It costs you time with your 'First Ministry': your family. I was there. I had a 'good' job, but my heart was at home. I wanted to nurture my baby. I thought, 'If I say I’m unhappy, I’ll sound ungrateful.' Listen to me: Wanting a life that fits your family isn't 'lazy'—it’s stewardship. (Hey, if you're loving this vibe, hit that share button right now. We’re going deep this season and I don’t want you to miss the portal!)" [07:00 - 11:30] THE WARFARE: The Spirit of Stagnation "When you decide to pivot, the enemy doesn't send a monster; he sends...
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    7 mins
  • EP. 50| How I Traded My "Hustle" for a Fast (And Got 10 Years of Results)

    EP. 50| How I Traded My "Hustle" for a Fast (And Got 10 Years of Results)
    Feb 3 2026
    Fatigue and mental fog isn’t random — it’s often a spiritual heaviness trying to slow you down. When you fast, you’re not just detoxing your body; you’re clearing the signal. Your mind sharpens. Your spirit aligns. Your next move becomes clear. Fasting shapes who you become — focused, spiritually alert, moving with speed, and grounded in your God-given calling. In this episode, I shared more personal experiences influenced by this divine practice - fasting. I hope this episode Blesses Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women. Thank You! For listening/Watching. ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠ Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible. Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get ⁠free resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional TRANSCRIPT We live in a culture that worships the 'grind.' We’ve been told that if we aren’t exhausted, we aren’t working hard enough. But have you noticed that even after a three-week vacation, you’re still tired? That’s because your soul is hungry, not just your body. In this episode, I’m showing you why skipping a meal for God gives you more explosive energy than a month in the Maldives. We’re talking about The Fasted Life. This isn't a diet; it’s a spiritual bypass of the hustle. I want to show you how to get results with minimal effort—what the world calls a 'soft life,' but we call 'The Physics of Favor.'" THE THEOLOGY: Portals & The Power of 1st Fruits "right now in January, We are standing in a Spiritual Portal. In the Hebrew calendar and in spiritual law, the beginning of a season isn't just a date; it’s a gateway. Think about Ezekiel 44:30—the first of all your first fruits belongs to the priests so that a blessing may rest on your household. When you give God the 'First' of your year through fasting, you aren't just 'waiting'—you are consecrating the entire year. Stop with the vision boards for a second. A vision board is limited by your imagination. But Ephesians 3:20 says God does 'exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think.' Why would you settle for a board you made with a tired brain when you can enter a portal and receive a blueprint directly from the Architect? The Physics of Clarity: Confusion is a time-thief. The devil uses 'lack of clarity' to make you waste resources. David didn't ask for a bigger army first; he said, 'Give me understanding, that I may live' (Psalm 119:144). Fasting is the lens-cleaner for your soul." MY STORY: The "Clumsy Mum" & The Prayer Watch "Back in 2013, I was a 'clumsy, tired mum.' I had a 12-month-old, a transitioning body, and I felt like I was drowning. When my church started a fast, I was terrified. I used to think fasting was a punishment—headaches, dizziness, the works. But I surrendered. I moved from 'performing' a fast to 'living' a fast. The Result: I thought I wanted to launch a local radio show. Exactly doing and speaking on issues that affect Christian women, I had it all planned out, the list of guests, professionals in psychology, gynaecology relevant practitioners, small thinking. While fasting, the Holy Spirit hijacked my plans. A mentor advises me to 'Go back to school and get the Counselling degrees. So, I can become an expert myself' because how many guest can I ...
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    10 mins
  • EP. 49| Why Fasting & Prayer Changed Everything For Me.

    EP. 49| Why Fasting & Prayer Changed Everything For Me.
    Jan 26 2026
    I’m going to be completely real with you—there was a version of my life where I felt like I was running a race on a treadmill. I was working hard, I was praying, and fasting felt like punishment. Everything changed when I stopped trying to 'hustle' my way into my future and started fasting my way into it. I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal journals to show you how fasting and prayer changed everything for me— and how it can do the same for you. I hope this episode blesses you. Welcome to Emotional Healing for Christian Women. Thank You! For listening/Watching. ⁠I’m Marvel Adeyemi⁠, a licensed Psychotherapist and Faith -Based Coach who supports Christian women. ✅ Join my soulful restoration Christian women's retreat ⁠⁠ Imagine waking up without the weight of shame, fear, and loneliness. Imagine finally feeling worthy, confident, and at peace — and doing it with God by your side. That's the healing we begin together Perhaps you’re struggling with low self-worth, rejection, persistent anxiety, spiritual confusion, neglect, abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your purpose… If you're afraid of repeating painful patterns in parenting or relationships… If your past still triggers you — please know that healing is possible. Through biblical lens, I’ll help you rebuild self-worth, trust, peace and clarity — so you can feel empowered, beautiful, and confident. WHAT NEXT? ✅ Get ⁠free resources⁠ for guidance and healing from past wounds and finding clarity and purpose. ✅ Order my new book, Beyond the Hurt. ⁠E-book ⁠ and ⁠Paper back⁠ 📌Work with me 1:1: book a session: ⁠Book Here⁠ ✅Please leave a comment/review, subscribe/follow and share. ✅ Join my private WhatsApp group. Send me a request by email ✅ ⁠ email⁠ - contact@wholesomecounselling.com ✅ Book a 1:1 Coaching Call if you’re ready to dive deeper into your healing journey. ⁠https://marveladeyemi.com.au/⁠ Connect with me, online for Christian Counselling and coaching. I support high-achieving Christian women or couples in Ballarat, Melbourne Victoria- Australia, and globally who are ready to transform their relationships through inner child healing and faith-led wisdom. 📢Disclaimer: I share content from my reflections for educational purpose only and should not replace professional therapy. If you need immediate support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional. TRANSCRIPT I used to think I was the only one who felt this way... that fasting was a punishment. Back in 2013, I understood the theory of fasting. I knew the benefits. But a consistent routine? That wasn't me. When I tried to fast, I performed woefully. My head ached, I felt dizzy, and honestly, it felt like I was being punished. So, I stopped. But then, my Pastor announced a new fasting regimen for our church. My heart actually sank. My youngest baby was only 12 months old, and my body was still transitioning. But I was determined. I had heard about the physical benefits, but I was hungry for the spiritual ones. I jumped in. And poof! My life transformed. This became my introduction to this dedicated lifestyle. In this episode I’m sharing how fasting took me from a clumsy, tired mum to a travel journalist, top-tier student and today a psychotherapist, and the exact techniques I used to survive the process. POINT 1: CLARITY OF PURPOSE The first thing fasting gave me was divine direction. At the time, I thought I wanted to launch a radio program. I was thinking locally. But as I fasted, God’s imagination took over mine. Through the Holy Spirit, I felt a pull to go back to university for a Post graduate in Guidance and counselling then a Master's in Counselling. My first degree was in English Language, and I was happy with the opportunities it offered me including teaching, marketing and sales but God knew the work I am doing today required that degree. I always say I 'stumbled' into my career, but the truth is, I fasted and prayed into it. Fasting gives you eyes to see the path God has already paved for you. POINT 2: DOORS YOU DIDN’T EVEN KNOCK ON "Fasting opens your inner eyes and then opens physical doors. While I was finishing my university assignments, I got a random phone call. A family friend who founded a travel magazine had an invitation for an all-expenses-paid safari tour in another country. He couldn’t go, and he asked if I would represent the magazine as a destination reporter. I told him I couldn't afford it. He said, 'Everything is paid for. Just bring yourself.' And that trip led to another then another, so for years, I became a travel journalist, visiting countries I never dreamed of. The Holy Spirit knows what you will enjoy! When you fast and speak in tongues, the Spirit of God intercedes for you. As it says in Romans 8:26, 'the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.' A fasted life releases blessings that are ...
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