Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast: Women Podcast
Dr. Michelle Bengtson
Your Hope-Filled Perspective draws on Dr. Michelle Bengtson’s almost 3 decades of clinical expertise as a neuropsychologist to help her listeners regain hope, renew their minds, and transform their lives....
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How to Find True Freedom in Christ
July 2, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever noticed how free you feel when no one’s telling you what to do? Or maybe you wake…
How to Overcome the Lasting Damage of Trauma Through God’s Word
June 25, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever wondered why trauma seems to leave lasting marks on your mind, heart, and even relationships? In today's…
When Father’s Day Is Complicated: How to Heal from Wounds and Discover God as the Perfect Father
June 18, 2026Episode Summary: Father’s Day can be a complicated day—one that quietly reopens wounds many people work hard to keep closed. While social…
How to Help a Loved One Who Is Struggling with PTSD: What to Do and What Not to Do
June 11, 2026Episode Summary: When someone you love is living with PTSD, it can leave you feeling helpless, confused, and afraid of saying or…
Understanding PTSD: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How God Meets Us in the Aftermath of Trauma
June 4, 2026Episode Summary: What if the reactions you’ve judged yourself for—your hypervigilance, emotional numbness, sudden panic, or exhaustion—aren’t signs of spiritual weakness or…
How to Hold On to Hope in a World Full of Fear and Despair
May 28, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever felt like life knocked you down so hard you weren’t sure you’d ever get back up again?…
How to Break Free from Shame and Embrace Who God Says You Are
May 21, 2026Episode Summary: Shame is one of the most powerful and painful emotions we experience, often leaving us feeling unworthy, unseen, and disconnected…
How to Manage Intrusive Thoughts Through Biblical Truth & Brain Science
May 14, 2026Episode Summary: If you’ve ever felt ambushed by intrusive thoughts, unwanted mental spirals, or the kind of anxious loops that hijack your…
How to Have Honest Conversations with God When You Don’t Know What to Say
May 7, 2026Episode Summary: In the chaos of life—when the bills pile up, when fear creeps in, or even when joy overflows—sometimes the words…
Overcoming Stress with Scripture & Science: A Guide for Stress Awareness
April 30, 2026Episode Summary: Whether you’re battling chronic stress, emotional overload, burnout, or simply the pressures of everyday life, today we’re diving deep into…
How to Release Hustle Culture and Create Sustainable Wellness
April 23, 2026Episode Summary: Are you weary from constantly striving, juggling endless responsibilities, and living at a pace that leaves you burned out and…
How Trauma-Informed Support Brings Hope to the Homeless and Restores Dignit
April 16, 2026Episode Summary: Homelessness is often viewed only through the lens of what we see on the surface—tents on sidewalks, individuals holding signs,…
How to Care for Your Whole Self: Biblical and Brain-Based Health for Mind, Body, and Spirit
April 9, 2026Episode Summary: If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel depleted, disconnected, or out of balance, this episode is…
How Easter Transforms our Mental and Emotional Battles - Living in Resurrection Hope
April 2, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever noticed how Easter morning feels light and bright? It’s not necessarily because the sunrise seems extra colorful…
How to Rise from Life’s Wreckage and Reclaim Your Hope
March 26, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever wondered how you would respond if life completely unraveled in an instant? My guest today, Sheryl Ramstad,…
How to Cultivate Joy Even on Difficult Days
March 19, 2026Episode Summary: In a world that pulls our attention toward stress, exhaustion, and discouragement, many of us wonder how to cultivate joy…
10 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago
March 12, 2026Episode Summary: What if you could go back 10 years? Have you ever wished you could go back ten years and whisper…
How to Learn from the Proverbs 31 Woman Instead of Feeling Shame
March 5, 2026Episode Summary: Have you ever met someone who’s so impressive that you instantly think, “Yeah, I’m not doing enough with my life?”…
How to Find God’s Refuge in the Middle of Crisis
February 26, 2026Episode Summary: Trials and crises are inevitable. Jesus warned us they would come. While we cannot choose the trials we face, we…
Honoring Caregivers: How to Find Strength, Rest, and Renewal When You're Pouring Out Constantly
February 19, 2026Episode Summary: Caring for others is one of the most beautiful expressions of Christlike love, yet it can also be one of…
How to Overcome Rejection and Abandonment with God’s Love
February 12, 2026Episode Summary: Does it ever seem like God loves other people more than he loves you? Maybe it looks like everything goes…
The Role of Unconditional Respect in a Healthy Marriage
February 5, 2026Episode Summary: We all need to work a little harder at resting in contentment… realizing that sometimes marriage is a spectator sport.…
Tools for Managing Chronic Stress and Mental Fatigue
January 29, 2026Episode Summary: Today we are diving into a topic that affects millions of people who feel stretched too thin and overwhelmed by…
How to Break Free from Digital Overload: A Christian Guide to Healthy Social Media Use
January 22, 2026Episode Summary: In a world where constant notifications, curated feeds, and digital pressure shape how we see ourselves, many are left feeling…
Beating the Winter Blues: Finding Hope When “Blue Monday” Hits
January 15, 2026Episode Summary: Today we’re tackling a topic that hits many people hard each January: “Blue Monday.” You may have heard it called…
Healing From Emotional Exhaustion and Holiday Burnout
January 8, 2026Episode Summary: Emotional Exhaustion and holiday burnout are very real experiences. Today we’re going to be talking about the post-holiday aftermath that…
A Fresh Start: Trusting God's Redemption Over Your Past
January 1, 2026Episode Summary: Welcome to a brand-new year! If you’re like many, today might bring a mix of emotions. Excitement for a fresh…
350 Hope For the Weary Soul
December 25, 2025Episode Summary: Christmas is often called the most wonderful time of the year, yet for many, it’s also one of the most…
Biblical Literacy and Why It’s Important to Learn Who God Is
December 18, 2025Episode Summary: Christians often think theology is only for scholars or the spiritually elite. But this simply isn’t true. While theology is,…
