We spend so much time trying to figure out how to get more energy—especially during perimenopause. Better sleep, better nutrition, hormone support, exercise. All of those things matter.
But what are we doing with the energy we already have?
In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring energy as something we don’t just create—we spend. Work, relationships, responsibilities, worry, achievement, and even good things can consume more of our capacity than we realize.
Sometimes the harder question isn’t, “How do I get more energy?” It’s “Is this still worth what it’s costing me?”
As Christian women, this becomes a question of stewardship—not because our productivity or accomplishments determine our worth, but because our identity is already secure in Christ.

In this episode, I’m talking about chronic stress, cortisol, and the impact they can have on midlife metabolism, energy, and sleep.
If you’re over 40 and struggling with weight gain, cravings, or exhaustion, you may be blaming yourself when your body is actually responding to stress that has been stuck in overdrive.
I’ll explain how hormonal changes can intensify stress reactions, why cortisol can spike during the holiday season, and share five simple daily changes that can help calm your nervous system.
I’ll also connect the science with faith, because peace isn’t passive—it’s physiological. Together, we’ll look at how to break the cycle of overwhelm and support your emotional, spiritual, and metabolic health with grace and intention.
 
HOST: Dr. Kris Sargent
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We’ve been told oatmeal is the perfect breakfast—but for many women over 40, it may not be supporting their metabolism the way they think.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the connection between blood sugar, hormones, and metabolism, and why some of the “healthy eating” advice we’ve been taught may be keeping us stuck.

GLP-1 medications are everywhere—and yes, they work. But I think we need to ask a bigger question: at what cost, especially for women in perimenopause and postmenopause?
In this episode of Spark Faith, I sit down with Jo Hosen from Ortho Molecular Products for an honest, grace-filled conversation about GLP-1s, rapid weight loss, and some of the consequences that can be overlooked when we focus only on the number on the scale.
This is not a fear-based conversation, and it’s not medical advice. It’s about informed stewardship of the body God designed.
We talk about why muscle matters so much for metabolism, how rapid weight loss can contribute to muscle loss, and why losing weight without protecting muscle may create long-term metabolic challenges—especially for women over 40.
We also explore what we still don’t know about long-term GLP-1 use, including questions around mood, nutrient status, metabolic rate, and changes in body composition.
I share my muscle-first, faith-anchored approach to sustainable weight loss, including the importance of protein, resistance training, metabolic health, and personalization rather than chasing the latest quick fix.
We also discuss appetite-modulating, non-starvation support options and why the quality, absorption, and clinical relevance of professional-grade supplements matter when we’re trying to support the body well.
If you’re navigating weight changes in midlife, feeling pressured by what you’re seeing on social media, or simply wondering whether GLP-1s are right for you, I want this conversation to help you move from fear to wisdom.
You don’t have to fight your body into submission. You can learn to understand it, support it, and steward it well.
Let’s choose wisdom over pressure, stewardship over shame, and sustainable health over quick fixes.
 

If you’ve ever walked through a season of loss, exhaustion, or endless waiting — wondering what God is doing or why He seems silent — this episode is for you.In the premiere of Spark Faith, Dr. Kris Sargent opens her heart about a deeply personal season that changed everything. After losing her mother in early 2024, Kris found herself emotionally and spiritually drained. Instead of rushing back into work and “getting back on the horse,” she heard God say one word: wait.What felt like an unwanted pause became sacred preparation. Through that quiet season, God began to remind her — and now all of us — that He never wastes our pain. He repurposes every experience, every tear, every waiting season for our growth, His glory, and the good of others.In this first episode, you’ll discover:✨ Why it’s okay to be honest with God — even angry with Him — and still pray through the pain.✨ What Romans 8:26–28 really means in context (hint: God is already working with your pain, not around it).✨ How the Holy Spirit intercedes when we have no words left to pray.✨ Why our waiting seasons are often God’s preparation seasons.✨ How God uses our stories to bring comfort, hope, and healing to others.Dr. Kris also shares why a Functional Medicine doctor is talking about God — and how her decades of experience helping women heal physically led her to realize that the heart and the body can’t be separated.Lab tests can’t heal grief, and supplements can’t restore a weary soul. Only God can.Spark Faith is where faith and functional medicine meet — helping women heal their bodies, renew their minds, and rediscover God’s presence in every part of their journey.Scriptures mentioned:Romans 8:18, 26–28 · 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 · Genesis 50:20 · Psalm 34:18If you’ve been in a waiting season or wrestling with unanswered prayers, this episode will remind you that your story isn’t over — it’s being rewritten by the One who makes all things new.🎧 Tune in now and be encouraged.Because your pain is not pointless — and God doesn’t waste a thing.Renewed Health. Rooted in Truth. Restored by Grace.

God has done so much for me in the past 18 months...The Journey of how motivation, Shame, and Guilt Shifted to Stewardship, Grace, and Gratitude. Get ready For Your Best Body For God with Functional Medicine, so can YOU!

Meet Melina Kane. She helps women like you organize their homes with a system specifically designed for your personality, tendencies, and motivators so that in two weeks, you’ll be less overwhelmed with clutter again.
As a mom of littles, she found herself drowning in stuff, constantly stressed, and lacking purpose in my days. Then she discovered she could reclaim her sanity, joy, and sense of self simply by removing the clutter from my home. That simple act sparked her confidence, renewed her sense of purpose, and enabled her to create systems and rhythms foundational to her growing family.
Now, she's here to guide you through the same transformation. If you're feeling overwhelmed, Melina can help you create a home that reflects your values, a heart that is at peace, and habits that support your best life.
WHAT'S YOUR ORGANIZING TYPE? Get your quiz here: https://pages.melinakanecoaching.com/organizingquiz
Connect with Melina:
www.melinakanecoaching.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinakane/
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Step into the Intersection of Faith and Culture with Temeko Richardson as she delves into the heart of youth and contemporary issues often unaddressed in traditional Church settings. Join us as we navigate the complexities of faith, fearlessly exploring topics that challenge, inspire, and resonate with today's generation, including women in the pulpit.
Temeko Richardson, seasoned Executive Producer, Director, and Writer, is known for her inspirational films that combine business acumen with artistic vision, earning her eight awards.
Her latest film, "At the Cross," explores thought-provoking topics often overlooked in traditional Church settings and resonates with youth and contemporary culture. This film skillfully captures the essence of youth and contemporary culture while fearlessly exploring issues that many pastors and religious leaders avoid.
You can find her latest film, "At The Cross," on Amazon Prime.

Sathiya Sam and I discuss pornography addiction:
*Top 3 Root Causes of the Addiction
*Top 3 Characteristics of Any Addictive Substance - food, alcohol, drugs, shopping, etc.
*Top 5 Negative Physical Side Effects
*Early exposure and Sex Trafficking
*How can wives help their partners' recovery?
Sathiya Sam is the creator of DeepClean™. "It took me 15 years to fully recover from porn addiction." He wants you to recover much quicker. He shares his methods with brave men like you who deserve a better life. If you're going to experience long-term freedom from pornography, get your free Strategy Session at www.sathiyasam.com
IG: @sathiyamesam

Danae and I dive deep into SLEEP! We discuss wind-down strategies, cortisol reduction, and key creature comfort items. She offers a unique take on how to get to sleep using Yoga Nidra, a guided meditative practice that reduces cortisol and changes your brain wave pattern to allow for relaxation and sleep. She even offers you a free Yoga Nidra session.
😎 Free Yoga Nidra Audio Recording
☺️Find Danae on IG
🥳Website
⛰️ Santa Fe Yoga Retreat
🐢 GALÁPAGOS interest list
💞Private Yoga Support: https://www.danaerobinett.com/private-yoga-support
Danae Robinett earned her BFA in Dance from Arizona State University; she continues to dance, choreograph, and perform.
She has been practicing yoga since 1999, teaching for 19 years, and leading retreats since 2012. She has been on the faculty at San Francisco State University since 2015.
Danae has taught at several corporate settings, universities, retreats - and one Super Bowl.
A nurturer by nature. She's highly skilled at providing adaptations where all abilities are honored and challenged. Her classes are warm, welcoming, and precise.
Join her for public classes, private yoga support, and global retreats.

 @FrannieFoltz  is a survivor of childhood emotional, physical and sexual abuse. She tried many ways to fill the loss she felt inside, and food became one of her best friends. In this episode Frannie outlines her emotional and practical steps of her 125 pound weight loss journey.

This is probably NOT what you would expect to hear from me! So, you're in for a surprise when you learn to embrace the QUIT! Lloyd Banks is a super successful restaurant and night club owner turned professional speaker because he HAD TO QUIT! Lloyd had to break free of his destructive habits to himself from the darkest moments in his life and set himself free.
Lloyd is a fantastic public speaker if you're looking for someone. He also coaches people when they are stuck and can't figure out whether to quit or keep going. Here is a link to his FREE Guide to Master the Art of Quitting
http://bit.ly/lloydbanksquitter
Find him at www.LloydSpeaks.com He is also on IG
#lloydspeaks #quitters #sparkfaithpodcast #drkrissargent

Totally out of my comfort zone with this interview and subject matter, I dove into the chilling chronicles penned by Michael A. Caparrelli, PhD, as he unveils 'Monster Mirror,' an unprecedented exploration encompassing 100 hours with David Berkowitz, the notorious Son of Sam serial killer. Brace yourself for an intimate and haunting journey that peels back the layers of darkness, offering a unique insight into the mind of a convicted killer through the keen lens of a seasoned behavioral scientist and pastor.
You may come to discover you could have all the ingredients of a serial killer...
To reach Dr Caparrelli: dr.caparrelli@gmail.com
Get Monster Mirror on Amazon
#truecrime #sonofsam #davidberkowitz #Monstermirror#michaelacaparrelliPhD #Drkrissargent #sparkfaith

24 Separate trauma incidents, along with countless health challenges, some life threatening, and Karen Bettison survived all of it. At the same time, her and her husband translated the Bible in remote areas of Africa, raised their biological and adopted children, dealt with political and tribal unrest. She ran a medical mission for the local people on top of it all.
Such RESILIENCE!
Her book, I WILL FEAR NO EVIL, is an absolutely fascinating page turner.
Her blog is available HERE
Karen Bettison holds a BS in Bible and Nursing, an MS in Nursing Education, and has studied linguistics at the Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics and Lincoln Christian Seminary. She served as a Bible Translator, Literacy Specialist, and Medical Missionary with Pioneer Bible Translators for 25 years, and currently works as a nurse at a major hospital in the US. She has been an educator, author, speaker, and Bible study leader in both the US and West Africa.
With her husband, Jim, she has raised four children. They currently reside in rural Missouri. She is dedicated to speaking truth, grace, and healing into the lives of people the Lord brings to cross her path.

Christa Paul: Mom of 3, grandma of 2, wife, caretaker, Christ follower and Hashimoto's conquerer.
Are you tired of pushing through? Wanting new answers to Hashimoto's issues or just starting to go Gluten free? This is YOUR episode!
Christa has many food sensitivities that she has made AIP her diet of choice for about 5 years. Now, you DON'T have to start there...and neither did she! It was a gradual journey to find what worked for her AND her family!
We talk about mindset first. Wrap your head around what it means to really love yourself, make decisions to support your health not out of selfish motive but with intention to serve your family better. We talk about the necessity to have the hard conversations with your family.
We talked about what you may need to do to get and stay motivated.
Finally we talked about the best ways to get started with a Gluten Free or Dairy Free or PALEO lifestyle. Meal planning tips, apps, and best time to plan. Taking food to family functions, holidays, restaurants etc.
We explored so much in this hour, it's jam packed with mind shifting tips and tricks to create the change in your life that you really want so you can FEEL AMAZING!!