<![CDATA[Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad]]>Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad is a restorative podcast for believers who love God but still feel overwhelmed, emotionally tired, anxious, or burdened by everyday life.

Hosted by Dr. Andrea Rashad, Christian mental health coach, minister, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and educator, this podcast offers honest conversations about faith, emotions, mental health, stress, healing, the nervous system, relationships, clutter, burnout, identity, obedience, and what it really looks like to walk with God in real life.

Each episode invites you to slow down, hear the Word of God, reflect honestly, and take practical steps toward healing, peace, and spiritual growth. This is not just about learning more. It is about becoming more rooted in God as you walk out your faith in everyday life.

]]>https://www.psalmforthesoul.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:18:13 GMTTue, 14 Jul 2026 21:21:35 GMT60Dr. Andrea Rashad<p><i>Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad</i> is a restorative podcast for believers who love God but still feel overwhelmed, emotionally tired, anxious, or burdened by everyday life.</p><p>Hosted by Dr. Andrea Rashad, Christian mental health coach, minister, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and educator, this podcast offers honest conversations about faith, emotions, mental health, stress, healing, the nervous system, relationships, clutter, burnout, identity, obedience, and what it really looks like to walk with God in real life.</p><p>Each episode invites you to slow down, hear the Word of God, reflect honestly, and take practical steps toward healing, peace, and spiritual growth. This is not just about learning more. It is about becoming more rooted in God as you walk out your faith in everyday life.</p>episodicDr. Andrea Rashadinfo@psalmforthesoul.comno<![CDATA[Why You Cannot Think Your Way Out Of Anxiety]]>Dr. Andrea Rashad explores why you can't think your way out of anxiety, emphasizing the importance of bringing concerns to God and trusting His peace. She offers practical steps to manage overthinking and anxiety through faith, prayer, and present-moment awareness.

Key topics

  • The connection between anxiety and the search for certainty
  • How overthinking creates a loop of fear and worry
  • The importance of bringing concerns to God through prayer
  • The role of gratitude and trust in experiencing peace
  • Practical responses to anxious thoughts and overthinking
  • The difference between healthy problem-solving and anxiety-driven overanalysis
  • The significance of living in the present moment and what is true now
  • How scripture, especially Philippians 4, guides us in anxiety management

Takeaways

  • Anxiety keeps asking 'what if' and 'but what if' without providing answers.
  • You cannot think your way out of anxiety; peace comes from trust, not certainty.
  • Bringing all concerns to God in prayer and with thanksgiving invites His peace.
  • Peace of God transcends understanding and guards your heart and mind.
  • You don't need complete certainty to take a faithful step forward.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Why Thinking Can't Cure Anxiety

01:05 The Problem with Overthinking and Seeking Certainty

02:22 Recognizing the Roots of Anxiety in Our Thoughts

03:20 The Cycle of Questioning and Rehearsing the Future

04:37 How Anxiety Fills Empty Space with Worst-Case Scenarios

06:25 The Difference Between Problem Solving and Overanalysis

08:36 Understanding Anxiety as a Threat Response

09:25 The Limitations of Knowledge and Control

12:15 Scripture's Invitation: Bringing Concerns to God

14:29 The Peace of God That Guards Our Hearts

15:27 Moving Forward with Faith and Trust

17:52 Practical Steps: What Is True Right Now?

19:15 Recap: Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Anxiety

20:13 A Prayer for Peace and Trust

21:11 Next Week: When Overthinking Feels Like Wisdom

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]]>27d748f4-2496-42ac-a91c-68d046705a89Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:43:49 GMT<p>Dr. Andrea Rashad explores why you can't think your way out of anxiety, emphasizing the importance of bringing concerns to God and trusting His peace. She offers practical steps to manage overthinking and anxiety through faith, prayer, and present-moment awareness.</p><p></p><p>Key topics</p><ul><li>The connection between anxiety and the search for certainty</li><li>How overthinking creates a loop of fear and worry</li><li>The importance of bringing concerns to God through prayer</li><li>The role of gratitude and trust in experiencing peace</li><li>Practical responses to anxious thoughts and overthinking</li><li>The difference between healthy problem-solving and anxiety-driven overanalysis</li><li>The significance of living in the present moment and what is true now</li><li>How scripture, especially Philippians 4, guides us in anxiety management</li></ul><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Anxiety keeps asking 'what if' and 'but what if' without providing answers.</li><li>You cannot think your way out of anxiety; peace comes from trust, not certainty.</li><li>Bringing all concerns to God in prayer and with thanksgiving invites His peace.</li><li>Peace of God transcends understanding and guards your heart and mind.</li><li>You don't need complete certainty to take a faithful step forward.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction: Why Thinking Can't Cure Anxiety</p><p>01:05 The Problem with Overthinking and Seeking Certainty</p><p>02:22 Recognizing the Roots of Anxiety in Our Thoughts</p><p>03:20 The Cycle of Questioning and Rehearsing the Future</p><p>04:37 How Anxiety Fills Empty Space with Worst-Case Scenarios</p><p>06:25 The Difference Between Problem Solving and Overanalysis</p><p>08:36 Understanding Anxiety as a Threat Response</p><p>09:25 The Limitations of Knowledge and Control</p><p>12:15 Scripture's Invitation: Bringing Concerns to God</p><p>14:29 The Peace of God That Guards Our Hearts</p><p>15:27 Moving Forward with Faith and Trust</p><p>17:52 Practical Steps: What Is True Right Now?</p><p>19:15 Recap: Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Anxiety</p><p>20:13 A Prayer for Peace and Trust</p><p>21:11 Next Week: When Overthinking Feels Like Wisdom</p><p></p><p><b>JOIN THE FREE ROOTED COMMUNITY<br /><br />If this episode helped you put words to what you’ve been feeling, continue the conversation inside the free Rooted Community.<br /><br />Rooted is a space for people who want to grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through biblical teaching, practical support, and honest conversation.<br /><br />Visit </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com" target="_blank"><b>http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com</b></a><b> to create your account and request to join.<br /></b></p><p></p>no00:19:0613Why You Cannot Think Your Way Out Of Anxietyfull<![CDATA[The Hidden Cost Of Being The Strong One]]>In this episode, Dr. Andrea Rashad explores the heavy burden of being the 'strong one' and how it can become an unhealthy identity. She shares biblical insights, practical questions, and steps to redefine strength and seek help without guilt.

Key topics

  • The heavy burden of being the 'strong one'
  • How strength can become a burden instead of a gift
  • Biblical example of Moses in Exodus 18 and shared responsibilities
  • The importance of recognizing limits and delegating
  • The role of patterns and brain habits in overfunctioning
  • Questions to identify when responsibility turns into pressure
  • Practical steps to ask for help and set boundaries
  • The spiritual perspective on strength and rest
  • The importance of renewing your mind with God's truth

Chapters

00:00 The weight of being the strongest person in the room

00:30 Who decided you had to be the strong one?

01:26 Surviving vs. truly living: recognizing the heaviness

02:26 Strength as a gift from God, not an identity

03:24 Questions to reflect on your tendency to help and carry

04:20 The discomfort of receiving help and support

06:40 How patterns form and become part of your identity

07:37 Family roles and life experiences that shape the 'strong one'

09:00 The biblical example of Moses and shared responsibility

12:55 Exodus 18: The importance of delegating responsibilities

16:40 Knowing your limits and redefining strength

19:00 God's call to be faithful, not indispensable

20:54 Practical questions to pause and reflect on responsibility

24:42 Recap: Recognizing and redefining the 'strong one' identity

25:41 A prayer for wisdom, boundaries, and humility

JOIN THE FREE ROOTED COMMUNITY

If this episode helped you put words to what you’ve been feeling, continue the conversation inside the free Rooted Community.

Rooted is a space for people who want to grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through biblical teaching, practical support, and honest conversation.

Visit http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com to create your account and request to join.

Resources

Exodus 18 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+18&version=NIV

]]>5f2cbcda-d251-4e33-b3b5-07ed7d8557b8Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:07:30 GMT<p>In this episode, Dr. Andrea Rashad explores the heavy burden of being the 'strong one' and how it can become an unhealthy identity. She shares biblical insights, practical questions, and steps to redefine strength and seek help without guilt.</p><p></p><p>Key topics</p><ul><li>The heavy burden of being the 'strong one'</li><li>How strength can become a burden instead of a gift</li><li>Biblical example of Moses in Exodus 18 and shared responsibilities</li><li>The importance of recognizing limits and delegating</li><li>The role of patterns and brain habits in overfunctioning</li><li>Questions to identify when responsibility turns into pressure</li><li>Practical steps to ask for help and set boundaries</li><li>The spiritual perspective on strength and rest</li><li>The importance of renewing your mind with God's truth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 The weight of being the strongest person in the room</p><p>00:30 Who decided you had to be the strong one?</p><p>01:26 Surviving vs. truly living: recognizing the heaviness</p><p>02:26 Strength as a gift from God, not an identity</p><p>03:24 Questions to reflect on your tendency to help and carry</p><p>04:20 The discomfort of receiving help and support</p><p>06:40 How patterns form and become part of your identity</p><p>07:37 Family roles and life experiences that shape the 'strong one'</p><p>09:00 The biblical example of Moses and shared responsibility</p><p>12:55 Exodus 18: The importance of delegating responsibilities</p><p>16:40 Knowing your limits and redefining strength</p><p>19:00 God's call to be faithful, not indispensable</p><p>20:54 Practical questions to pause and reflect on responsibility</p><p>24:42 Recap: Recognizing and redefining the 'strong one' identity</p><p>25:41 A prayer for wisdom, boundaries, and humility</p><p></p><p><b>JOIN THE FREE ROOTED COMMUNITY<br /></b><br />If this episode helped you put words to what you’ve been feeling, continue the conversation inside the free Rooted Community.<br /><br />Rooted is a space for people who want to grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through biblical teaching, practical support, and honest conversation.<br /><br />Visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com" target="_blank">http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com</a> to create your account and request to join.<br /></p><p><b>Resources</b></p><p>Exodus 18 - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+18&amp;version=NIV" target="_blank">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus+18&amp;version=NIV</a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:26:4212The Hidden Cost Of Being The Strong Onefull<![CDATA[Why You Keep Functioning But Don't Feel Okay]]>In this episode, Dr. Andrea Rashad explores the hidden patterns of high-functioning believers who are surviving but not thriving. She offers spiritual insights and practical steps to find true rest in Christ amidst life's pressures.

Key topics

  • The difference between surviving and thriving in faith
  • How pressure becomes a pattern and its effects
  • The analogy of carrying a heavy backpack and adaptation
  • The invitation of Jesus to find rest in Him
  • Practical steps to surrender and trust God
  • The importance of honesty and self-awareness in healing

Takeaways

  • Your brain learns to keep you moving under chronic stress.
  • Patterns of responsibility and perfectionism are learned behaviors.
  • Carrying burdens for too long drains your soul.
  • Jesus invites us to come to Him and find rest.
  • Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding.

Chapters

00:00 The Hidden Struggle of High-Functioning Believers

01:27 Surviving Instead of Thriving: Recognizing the Pattern

04:09 The Backpack Analogy: Adaptation to Heavy Burdens

08:25 The Danger of Long-Term Carrying and Depletion

13:09 Living Abundantly vs. Surviving in Faith

14:38 Jesus’ Invitation to Rest and Trust

16:34 Trusting God Beyond Overthinking

18:30 Releasing Control and Embracing Divine Sovereignty

19:29 Practical Steps to Surrender and Find Peace

21:13 Recap: From Survival to Spiritual Rest

22:10 Next Steps: Embracing a Different Way of Living

Join the Free Rooted Community

If this episode helped you put words to what you’ve been feeling, continue the conversation inside the free Rooted Community.

Rooted is a space for people who want to grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through biblical teaching, practical support, and honest conversation.

Visit rooted.psalmforthesoul.com to create your account and request to join.

This week’s Rooted Conversation question is:

Where in your life have you been functioning without truly feeling okay?

Resources

Website - psalmforthesoul.com

Matthew 11:28-30 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+11%3A28-30&version=NIV

Proverbs 3:5-6 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+3%3A5-6&version=NIV

]]>6c0b74ee-5dd5-42ea-b9ab-4b6edebf2dc8Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Dr. Andrea Rashad explores the hidden patterns of high-functioning believers who are surviving but not thriving. She offers spiritual insights and practical steps to find true rest in Christ amidst life's pressures.</p><p></p><p>Key topics</p><p></p><ul><li>The difference between surviving and thriving in faith</li><li>How pressure becomes a pattern and its effects</li><li>The analogy of carrying a heavy backpack and adaptation</li><li>The invitation of Jesus to find rest in Him</li><li>Practical steps to surrender and trust God</li><li>The importance of honesty and self-awareness in healing</li></ul><p> </p><p>Takeaways</p><p></p><ul><li>Your brain learns to keep you moving under chronic stress.</li><li>Patterns of responsibility and perfectionism are learned behaviors.</li><li>Carrying burdens for too long drains your soul.</li><li>Jesus invites us to come to Him and find rest.</li><li>Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p></p><p>00:00 The Hidden Struggle of High-Functioning Believers</p><p>01:27 Surviving Instead of Thriving: Recognizing the Pattern</p><p>04:09 The Backpack Analogy: Adaptation to Heavy Burdens</p><p>08:25 The Danger of Long-Term Carrying and Depletion</p><p>13:09 Living Abundantly vs. Surviving in Faith</p><p>14:38 Jesus’ Invitation to Rest and Trust</p><p>16:34 Trusting God Beyond Overthinking</p><p>18:30 Releasing Control and Embracing Divine Sovereignty</p><p>19:29 Practical Steps to Surrender and Find Peace</p><p>21:13 Recap: From Survival to Spiritual Rest</p><p>22:10 Next Steps: Embracing a Different Way of Living</p><p></p><h2>Join the Free Rooted Community</h2><p>If this episode helped you put words to what you’ve been feeling, continue the conversation inside the free Rooted Community.</p><p>Rooted is a space for people who want to grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually through biblical teaching, practical support, and honest conversation.</p><p></p><p>Visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://rooted.psalmforthesoul.com" target="_blank"><b>rooted.psalmforthesoul.com</b></a> to create your account and request to join.</p><p></p><p>This week’s Rooted Conversation question is:</p><p><b>Where in your life have you been functioning without truly feeling okay?</b></p><p> </p><p>Resources</p><p></p><p>Website - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://andrearashad.com" target="_blank">psalmforthesoul.com</a></p><p>Matthew 11:28-30 - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+11%3A28-30&amp;version=NIV" target="_blank">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+11%3A28-30&amp;version=NIV</a></p><p>Proverbs 3:5-6 - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+3%3A5-6&amp;version=NIV" target="_blank">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+3%3A5-6&amp;version=NIV</a></p>no00:22:5911Why You Keep Functioning But Don't Feel Okayfull<![CDATA[Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad]]>Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad is a restorative podcast for believers who love God but still feel overwhelmed, emotionally tired, anxious, or burdened by everyday life.

Hosted by Dr. Andrea Rashad, Christian mental health coach, minister, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and educator, this podcast offers honest conversations about faith, emotions, mental health, stress, healing, the nervous system, relationships, clutter, burnout, identity, obedience, and what it really looks like to walk with God in real life.

Each episode invites you to slow down, hear the Word of God, reflect honestly, and take practical steps toward healing, peace, and spiritual growth. This is not just about learning more. It is about becoming more rooted in God as you walk out your faith in everyday life.

]]>db7fb056-56d2-4bc7-bbe9-c53103f21563Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:19:17 GMT<p><i>Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashad</i> is a restorative podcast for believers who love God but still feel overwhelmed, emotionally tired, anxious, or burdened by everyday life.</p><p>Hosted by Dr. Andrea Rashad, Christian mental health coach, minister, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and educator, this podcast offers honest conversations about faith, emotions, mental health, stress, healing, the nervous system, relationships, clutter, burnout, identity, obedience, and what it really looks like to walk with God in real life.</p><p>Each episode invites you to slow down, hear the Word of God, reflect honestly, and take practical steps toward healing, peace, and spiritual growth. This is not just about learning more. It is about becoming more rooted in God as you walk out your faith in everyday life.</p>no00:00:18Psalm for the Soul with Dr. Andrea Rashadtrailer