Feeling scattered? Discover a simple, soul-aligned rhythm to help anchor your day with peace, purpose, and presence.

If you’ve ever ended your day feeling like you worked non-stop but still didn’t do what mattered—this episode is for you.

In this heartfelt episode, Bethany shares her personal journey from hustle and exhaustion to grounded intention—and the gentle rhythm that helped her get there.

Learn how a simple daily practice called The Planting Trio became the anchor that turned scattered days into steady ones. You’ll discover how to choose three small, faithful actions each day that align with peace, purpose, and presence—without pressure, perfection, or burnout.

Whether you're in the middle of raising a family, building a business, caregiving, or simply navigating a full life, this soul-centered rhythm can help you pause, refocus, and begin again—with grace.

– Bethany’s personal story of overwhelm, burnout, and post-healing chaos

– Why even good things can drain us when not rooted in rhythm

– The origin and power of The Planting Trio™

– How to gently anchor your day with intention and clarity

– A reminder that rest is not your reward—it’s your beginning

– Download the free Planting Page

– Explore the Rhythm & Roots Reset

This podcast is part of the Ingrained Living Pathway—a sacred space for Christian women in midlife seeking Christ-centered nourishment for body, mind, and spirit.

If you’re longing to slow down, be heard, or explore what healing could look like in this season, you’re invited to take you first step to working with me by scheduling a Welcome Hour—a grace-filled space to exhale, reflect, and return to what matters.

You can also stay connected through my Ingrained Living Letters—soulful reflections and nourishing insights delivered gently to your inbox.

For more resources and to explore the full rhythm of this work, visit ingrainedliving.com.

This podcast is hosted on Hello Audio—my favorite way to share private audio with grace and ease. Curious about starting your own private or public podcast to share your message more intentionally? Start your free trial here. (Affiliate link.)

Disclaimer: This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice and does not establish a client relationship.

Always consult your trusted healthcare provider for personalized support. Full disclaimer: ingrainedliving.com/disclaimer

© 2025 Ingrained Living. All rights reserved.

All words and work shared here are crafted with care. Please do not copy or distribute without written permission.

A gentle reflection on the pull to keep going, the struggle to stop, and the grace that comes when we return to simple practices of rest, nourishment, and presence.

This episode was recorded on a quiet drive at the end of a creative, slightly chaotic day.

In these gentle minutes, I reflect on the deep pull to keep producing—even when my body and spirit are quietly asking me to pause. There’s chamomile tea, cottage cheese, a stone wall, and the sweet noticing of one of my children. There’s also wrestling—with momentum, nourishment, screens, and the unspoken fear of what happens if I truly stop.

In all of it, I found a whisper of grace.

A return to presence.

A reminder that our bodies are not machines to be pushed—they are temples to be tended.

This episode also includes a brief, grace-filled teaching on hydration, blood sugar balance, and nervous system support—why these rhythms matter, and how they help us feel grounded and safe in our bodies. It’s a gentle entry point into functional nutrition through a Christ-centered lens.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop when everything in you says keep going...

If you’ve ever struggled to believe that rest is allowed, even before everything’s finished...

This is for you.

May you find the courage to pause—and rest in the grace of enough.

Resources Mentioned:

• Perimenopause nutrition favorites: ingrainedliving.com/perimenopause-supplements/
• Water filtration system we love and use in our home (affiliate link)

If this episode brought you a moment of rest, would you please subscribe or leave a short review—it quietly helps more women find their way here too.

This podcast is part of the Ingrained Living Pathway—a sacred space for Christian women in midlife seeking Christ-centered nourishment for body, mind, and spirit.

If you’re longing to slow down, be heard, or explore what healing could look like in this season, you’re invited to take you first step to working with me by scheduling a Welcome Hour—a grace-filled space to exhale, reflect, and return to what matters.

You can also stay connected through my Ingrained Living Letters—soulful reflections and nourishing insights delivered gently to your inbox.

For more resources and to explore the full rhythm of this work, visit ingrainedliving.com.

This podcast is hosted on Hello Audio—my favorite way to share private audio with grace and ease. Curious about starting your own private or public podcast to share your message more intentionally? Start your free trial here. (Affiliate link.)

Disclaimer: This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice and does not establish a client relationship.

Always consult your trusted healthcare provider for personalized support. Full disclaimer: ingrainedliving.com/disclaimer

© 2025 Ingrained Living. All rights reserved.

All words and work shared here are crafted with care. Please do not copy or distribute without written permission.

A short, honest reflection recorded from the road—on the pressure to do more, the overwhelm that creeps in, and the grace of letting faithfulness—not perfection—be your guide.

A Quiet Invitation to Release the Pressure and Let Faithfulness Be Your Guide

This episode was recorded in the car after a moment of overwhelm—when all my to-dos, ideas, and responsibilities started pressing in. Instead of pushing through, I paused to record this short reflection for the woman who might be feeling the same.

It’s an honest whisper of grace:

A reminder that enoughness isn’t measured by what you finish…

But by what you faithfully carry.

If you’ve ever reached the end of the day and still felt behind—this episode is for you.

You don’t have to do it all to be worthy.

You don’t have to finish everything to be faithful.

You’re allowed to exhale.

Come rest in the quiet reassurance that you’re already held.

Acknowledge the longings.

Celebrate the growth.

Rest in the grace of enough.

This podcast is part of the Ingrained Living Pathway—a sacred space for Christian women in midlife seeking Christ-centered nourishment for body, mind, and spirit.

If you’re longing to slow down, be heard, or explore what healing could look like in this season, you’re invited to take you first step to working with me by scheduling a Welcome Hour—a grace-filled space to exhale, reflect, and return to what matters.

You can also stay connected through my Ingrained Living Letters—soulful reflections and nourishing insights delivered gently to your inbox.

For more resources and to explore the full rhythm of this work, visit ingrainedliving.com.

This podcast is hosted on Hello Audio—my favorite way to share private audio with grace and ease. Curious about starting your own private or public podcast to share your message more intentionally? Start your free trial here. (Affiliate link.)

Disclaimer: This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice and does not establish a client relationship.

Always consult your trusted healthcare provider for personalized support. Full disclaimer: ingrainedliving.com/disclaimer

© 2025 Ingrained Living. All rights reserved.

All words and work shared here are crafted with care. Please do not copy or distribute without written permission.

Gentle reflections, grounding rhythms, and faith-rooted nourishment for Christian women in midlife—especially those navigating perimenopause, soul fatigue, or hormone imbalance.

In this foundational welcome episode, Bethany Thomson—functional dietitian, Christian life coach, and mama of five—shares the heart behind The Ingrained Living Pathway. This podcast is a steadying space for women longing to feel well again in body, mind, and spirit… without the hustle.

This is a sacred space for:

– Gentle reflections rooted in story, Scripture, and soul-deep truth

– Grounding rhythms that invite rest, steadiness, and alignment

– Real-life functional nutrition and holistic hormone support through a Christ-centered lens

Whether you’re feeling tired, scattered, or off balance in this midlife season, these episodes offer grace and guidance to help you return to what matters most.

Most episodes are casual and unpolished—often recorded in real time on quiet walks or slow drives through the Tennessee countryside Bethany calls home.

Some are poetic and reflective.

Others are practical, offering thoughts on:

– Functional nutrition for fatigue and hormone balance

– Gut health and adrenal support

– Sustainable rhythms for women’s wellness in perimenopause and beyond

All of it is shared from the heart of a woman who believes your body is a good gift—and that you, dear one, are deeply beloved.

Wholeness isn’t something you chase.

It’s something you return to.

Come walk with us.

There’s space for you here.

This podcast is part of the Ingrained Living Pathway—a sacred space for Christian women in midlife seeking Christ-centered nourishment for body, mind, and spirit.

If you’re longing to slow down, be heard, or explore what healing could look like in this season, you’re invited to take you first step to working with me by scheduling a Welcome Hour—a grace-filled space to exhale, reflect, and return to what matters.

You can also stay connected through my Ingrained Living Letters—soulful reflections and nourishing insights delivered gently to your inbox.

For more resources and to explore the full rhythm of this work, visit ingrainedliving.com.

This podcast is hosted on Hello Audio—my favorite way to share private audio with grace and ease. Curious about starting your own private or public podcast to share your message more intentionally? Start your free trial here. (Affiliate link.)

Disclaimer: This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice and does not establish a client relationship.

Always consult your trusted healthcare provider for personalized support. Full disclaimer: ingrainedliving.com/disclaimer

© 2025 Ingrained Living. All rights reserved.

All words and work shared here are crafted with care. Please do not copy or distribute without written permission.