The Joy Prescription Podcast

Host: Dr. Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D. & Brooke JackRun Time: 31:11Episode Overview:In a world that never seems to quiet down, it’s no surprise that so many of us feel stretched thin, scattered, or constantly “on edge.” In this episode, we explore why this topic matters right now—in an age where our senses are flooded from the moment we wake up to the moment we finally put the phone away.Together, we gently untangle the difference between overstimulation and overwhelm—two experiences that often feel the same but come from very different places. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs your body and mind are sending you, and why understanding which one you’re facing can be the key to finding relief.We also take a compassionate look at what’s happening beneath the surface: the brain and nervous system working hard to keep you safe, the amygdala sounding its alarms, and the stress hormones that tug at your focus and mood. But woven through it all is a message of deep hope. Thanks to the power of neuroplasticity, the brain is not stuck in survival mode forever. It can calm, reset, and heal—even after long seasons of strain.We root all of this in the steady grounding of biblical truth—reminding ourselves that our bodies were intentionally and wonderfully designed, not by accident but with purpose. Faith becomes more than comfort; it becomes a guide for understanding our limits, a reminder of God’s care for our whole being, and a pathway to the kind of healing that restores us from the inside out.Resources Mentioned:Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity by Dr. Saundra Dalton-SmithThe Life You Long For: Learning to Live from a Place of Rest by Christy Nockels[Virtual] Shalom Bible Study for Women hosted by Cynthia Libert, M.D. - register hereBiblical Reflections:Psalm 46:10, Luke 5:16Next Steps:Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement.Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.

Host: Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D. & Brooke JackRun Time: 42:36In this episode of the Joy Prescription Podcast, Dr. Cindy Libert and Brooke Jack delve into the complex topic of burnout, sharing personal experiences and insights. They define burnout, discuss its symptoms, and explore the root causes, including societal pressures and personal traits. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and the role of spirituality in preventing and recovering from burnout. They also highlight the significance of connection and accountability in navigating this challenging issue, ultimately offering hope and practical strategies for listeners.Takeaways:Burnout is more than just being tired; it's a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion.Recognizing early warning signs of burnout is crucial for prevention.Perfectionism and people-pleasing are significant risk factors for burnout.Setting boundaries is essential to protect oneself from burnout.Cultural factors, such as valuing busyness, contribute to burnout.Midlife can present unique challenges that increase vulnerability to burnout.Spiritual practices, like taking a Sabbath, can help prevent burnout.Connection with others provides accountability and support in recognizing burnout.Nutrition and physical health play a vital role in preventing burnout.There is always hope and a path forward in recovery from burnout.Recommended Reading: Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud & John TownsendNext Steps:Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.

Hosts: Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D. & Brooke JackRun time: 39:48In this episode, Cynthia Libert, M.D. and Brooke Jack discuss the importance of spiritual practices, personal retreats, and the transformative experiences from Cynthia's trip to Ireland (plus a must-pack item if you ever travel there!). They explore themes of gratitude, joy, and the necessity of self-care for women who serve others. The conversation emphasizes the significance of small, intentional steps in nurturing one's spiritual life and the power of nature in fostering connection with God. You will be inspired to create soul-refreshing rhythms of your own!TakeawaysGratitude is essential for a fulfilling life.Taking time for oneself is not selfish; it's necessary.Spiritual retreats can provide deep healing and reflection.Nature can be a powerful source of inspiration and connection.Journaling helps in processing thoughts and receiving guidance from God.Small, manageable spiritual practices can lead to consistency.Creative rest is important for mental and spiritual well-being.Sharing spiritual practices with others can enhance joy and connection.It's important to remember that spiritual life doesn't have to be complicated.Join Dr. Cindy for Flourish: A Deep Healing Intensive for Women of Faith on October 10, 2025https://www.caringforthebody.org/event/flourish-virtual-retreat-2025Next Steps:Share this retreat opportunity with a friend! Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.

Host: Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D. & Brooke JackRun Time: 10:27In this soulful and timely episode, Cynthia Libert, M.D. and Brooke Jack have a heartfelt conversation about the power of pressing pause—and the life-giving transformation that can happen when we do.Cindy and Brooke share openly from their own journeys through burnout and overwhelm, and extend a warm, grace-filled invitation to women of faith who are ready to step out of survival mode and into a space of deep healing. Together, they highlight the vision behind their upcoming virtual retreat and deep healing intensive, created to help women refill their cups and reconnect with restorative rhythms that align with God’s beautiful design for our minds and bodies.Whether you’re feeling exhausted, stuck, or simply longing for more peace and purpose, this invitation into a sacred pause offers hope—and a pathway to healing. Discover what this sacred pause could mean for you, and why now might be the perfect time to say yes to flourishing.🌿 Ready to say yes to rest and renewal? Learn more and register for Flourish: A Deep Healing Intensive for Women of Faith.Next Steps:Share this retreat opportunity with a friend! **Early bird registration ends on September 15th!**Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.

Host: Dr. Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D.Run Time: 9:31In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Cindy Libert shares her own story of burnout, spiritual awakening, and a redemptive shift from conventional medicine to a more sacred, holistic practice of healing.✨ Highlights include:The soul-stirring origin of The Joy PrescriptionDr. Libert’s courageous departure from a broken medical systemA holy moment that sparked a new mission rooted in faith and wholenessA powerful original poem, Redemption, written by Geva Thole of Good ListeningBiblical reflections on joy, purpose, and transformation💡 If you’re wrestling with burnout, spiritual dissonance, or a longing for deeper alignment, this episode is for you.🕊️ Let this story remind you: joy is not a luxury—it’s a calling. Redemption is real. And your healing journey matters.Reflective Questions:Where in your life or work do you feel a disconnect between your values and your current path—and what might it look like to take one small step toward alignment?How have you experienced burnout or soul-exhaustion, and what practices help you return to a place of wholeness and joy?What might “redemption” look like in your story? Where is God inviting you to rebuild, renew, or reimagine your calling?Next Steps:Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement.Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.Poem written by Geva Thole from Good Listening:RedemptionI discovered my heartonly by tearing down whatonce lived inside it.By redefining medicine,I found redemption following heartache—repaired my conscience after its injury.I realized faith is the only answer—that wholeness is the path to healing.I learned the journey is difficult,but can be achieved with an open heart,that an epiphany can be experiencedwhen I tend to my soul.

Host: Dr. Cynthia “Cindy” Libert, M.D.Run Time: 5:09In today’s episode, Dr. Cindy invites you into a gentle, heartfelt conversation about one of the most beautiful and misunderstood words in Scripture: shalom. Far more than simply “peace,” shalom speaks of wholeness—of restoration, healing, and alignment with God's design for your life.You’ll explore what shalom means biblically, how it touches every part of your being, and how Jesus, the Prince of Peace, offers us more than calm—He offers us completion.💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The deeper biblical meaning of shalomHow shalom touches our physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual healthWhy peace is not something we earn—but something we receiveThe healing power of returning to right relationship with God, others, and yourselfWhere to begin when you're feeling weary, scattered, or broken📖 Scripture References:Isaiah 9:6 (ESV) “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given... and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”Ephesians 2:14 (ESV) “For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility.”John 14:27 (ESV) “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”Proverbs 4:20–22 (NIV) “My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to one’s whole body.”🕊️ Key Takeaway:Shalom isn’t something we hustle to achieve—it’s something we receive through relationship with Jesus, the Sar Shalom. He is our wholeness. He is our restorer. He meets us in our frayed places and gently says, “Let Me take care of that.”Reflective Questions:Where in your life do you feel a longing for greater wholeness?In what areas is Jesus inviting you to receive His shalom today?How might you shift from striving to resting in His love and provision?Next Steps:Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement.Subscribe and leave a review to help others find The Joy Prescription.Want more Christ-centered health wisdom? Visit www.caringforthebody.org to explore programs and resources.🤍 Final Blessing:You were made for shalom.You were made for joy.You were made to be whole.May His peace dwell richly in your heart today and always.

Welcome to Season 3 of The Joy Prescription Podcast!We've had a delightful experience this season interviewing pioneering individuals who are integrating faith into their work in their respective fields of healthcare, coaching, psychology, and ministry.On September 27, 2024, the place we call home, Western North Carolina, received unimaginable damage and destruction from the impacts of Hurricane Helene. Recovery efforts are still ongoing as many seek to rebuild and face unexpected new beginnings.To close out Season 3, we wanted to take this opportunity to remember and reflect upon our experiences and highlight the hidden grace that is discovered in the hard, stormy experiences of life.In our final episode, we wrap-up our thoughts reflecting on resilience and the important role God's Word played in anchoring our souls as we navigated the impacts of the storm. Listen to see which verses were reminding us to keep our focus on Jesus despite being confronted with fear, stress and overwhelm.We'd love to hear YOUR pearls of wisdom and triumphs you've experienced in the midst of personal or community challenges. Share your story with us by emailing thejoyprescription@gmail.com. This episode closes out Season 3 and we are incredibly grateful for your support! We look forward to returning for Season 4 in Spring 2025. Be sure to subscribe and follow us so you don't miss our Season 4 announcements!Love,Cindy and BrookeThe Joy Prescription is here to help you cultivate vibrant health and JOY through intentional living and health stewardship.Connect with us:thejoyprescription.cominstagram.com/drcynthialibertfacebook.com/createyourownjoyprescriptionwww.youtube.com/c/CynthiaLibert

Welcome to Season 3 of The Joy Prescription Podcast!We've had a delightful experience this season interviewing pioneering individuals who are integrating faith into their work in their respective fields of healthcare, coaching, psychology, and ministry.On September 27, 2024, the place we call home, Western North Carolina, received unimaginable damage and destruction from the impacts of Hurricane Helene. Recovery efforts are still ongoing as many seek to rebuild and face unexpected new beginnings.To close out Season 3, we wanted to take this opportunity to remember and reflect upon our experiences and highlight the hidden grace that is discovered in the hard, stormy experiences of life.In this episode, we get real about preparation, and what we've now learned to help us be more prepared for future disasters, not just physically speaking, but emotionally and spiritually as well. We hope some of the wisdom we've gained will be of benefit to you and yours!Love,Cindy and BrookeThe Joy Prescription is here to help you cultivate vibrant health and JOY through intentional living and health stewardship.Connect with us:thejoyprescription.cominstagram.com/drcynthialibertfacebook.com/createyourownjoyprescriptionwww.youtube.com/c/CynthiaLibert