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Join the Summer Book Club / The Well Rebekah's Website After more than five years and 176 podcast episodes, I’m taking a long break from the podcast for the summer. In this deeply personal episode, I share why I’ve grown weary of constant self-optimization, endless productivity, and the pressure to always be improving, building and producing. I've seen it, the exhaustion so many modern women feel, the spiritual cost of hurry, and why I believe many of us have forgotten how to simply be human and live faithful lives, walking with Jesus. This episode is about: ·       presence over performance ·       beauty over hurry ·       rootedness over striving ·       the limits of self-improvement culture I also share the summer vision behind The Well and why I believe slower, more thoughtful, reading-based discipleship and community matters so much right now. If your soul has been tired…if you’ve been craving depth, peace, beauty, and a more grounded way of living… this episode is for you.

JOIN THE WELL REBEKAH'S WEBSITE CHRISTIAN LIFE COACHING You are not meant to live under the constant pressure of being watched, evaluated, and perfectly perceived. In this episode, Rebekah challenges the quiet but exhausting habit of taking yourself too seriously: overthinking conversations, obsessing over appearance, and carrying the weight of others’ opinions. Through a deeply biblical lens, she reframes what actually matters and what simply doesn’t. You’ll learn why self preoccupation is not humility, how pride often shows up in subtle ways, and what it looks like to live anchored in God instead of your image. If you’re tired of feeling mentally and emotionally heavy… this episode will help you lighten up.

Rebekah's Website Do you have someone in your life who always seems negative? A spouse. A coworker. A friend. A family member. Someone who drains the room… and if you’re not careful, drains you too. In this episode, we’re talking about how to remain grounded, joyful, and emotionally steady even when you’re in close relationship with someone who tends to complain, vent, or see the worst. Because here’s the truth:You cannot control another person’s mindset—but you are responsible for your own. We’ll touch on :• Why some people complain (and what’s actually underneath it)• The difference between processing vs. chronic negativity• When to listen with compassion and when to set boundaries• How to stay emotionally anchored instead of absorbing their outlook• Biblical truth that protects your peace and posture This is not about becoming cold or dismissive.It’s about becoming steady, discerning, and rooted so that someone else’s patterns don’t define your inner world. If you’ve ever felt pulled down by someone else’s negativity, this episode will help you walk in wisdom, strength, and yes… even joy.

Coaching with Rebekah Discipleship Membership - The Well Have you ever had a moment where everything felt good… and then suddenly, out of nowhere, something shifts? A heaviness. A sense of emptiness. A kind of darkness that is hard to explain. If you haven, you aren't alone. In this episode, we’re talking about those moments. Not just as emotional dips, but as something deeper. What if, at times, we are brushing up against the reality of a broken world? What if those experiences are not something to fear or fix immediately, but something to understand? We’ll look at how Scripture speaks to this tension, why we often struggle to name it, and what to actually do when those moments hit. This is not an episode about staying positive. It’s about learning how to stay anchored in truth when things feel unsettled and even dark. If you’ve ever wondered, “What is wrong with me?” in moments like this… this episode will help you put language to it and point you back to what is true.

What if your inability to relax, enjoy life, or have fun… isn’t just a personality trait? What if it’s actually affecting your body? In this episode, we’re talking about the biology of happiness and why joy, laughter, and enjoyment are not optional extras in the Christian life… they are part of how God designed your body to function. Because here’s what’s true: When you live in a constant state of stress, pressure, overthinking, and striving, your body keeps score. And over time, it starts to show up as anxiety, poor sleep, tension, burnout, and even physical symptoms. But the opposite is also true. Joy heals. Rest restores. Enjoyment regulates. In this episode, I’m breaking down: What happens in your brain and body when you experience joy, laughter, and pleasureWhy chronic stress and “always being on” is dysregulating your systemThe difference between numbing out (scrolling, overworking, distracting) and true enjoymentHow doing simple, enjoyable things can actually begin to heal your mind, body, and soulWhy some of you don’t need more insight, more processing, or more overthinking… you need to actually do something differentWe also talk about this honestly: Yes, counseling and coaching can be incredibly helpful. But for some of you, what’s keeping you stuck isn’t a lack of insight… it’s a lack of joyful living. You may need to spend a season prioritizing play, rest, and enjoyment—and see what that does in your body. This is an invitation to stop overcomplicating things…and start receiving what God has already given. Because taking care of your health might look a lot more like going outside, laughing, resting, and enjoying your life than you think.

JOIN THE WELL | Podcast Based Discipleship Community Led by Rebekah for just $39/month Are you actually allowed to be happy? It sounds like a simple question… but for many Christian women, the honest answer is complicated. Somewhere along the way, we started to believe that happiness is shallow. That it’s distracting. That if we’re not careful, enjoying our lives might mean we’re becoming less serious, less spiritual, or less faithful. So instead, we stay busy. We stay responsible. We carry the weight.And even when life is good… we struggle to fully receive it. In this episode, we’re slowing down and telling the truth about that. We’re talking about: Why happiness can feel uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or even wrongThe subtle guilt many women carry when life feels light, easy, or enjoyableThe difference between escaping into pleasure and actually receiving enjoyment as a gift from GodHow constant striving, overthinking, and “being responsible” can quietly disconnect you from joyWhat Scripture actually shows us about enjoyment, delight, and living a life that is both faithful and fullThis is not about chasing a feeling. And it’s not about ignoring pain or pretending everything is okay. It’s about learning how to receive what is good without guilt…and recognizing that a life anchored in truth will naturally make room for joy. If you’ve ever felt like you should be happier… but don’t know how to let yourself get there, this episode will help you start untangling that.

JOIN THE WELL BOOK A COACHING DISCOVERY CALL Peace is not something we force or manufacture. It’s something we find when we slow down, become present, and make room for God to meet us where we are. In this episode, I share how peace became more accessible in my own life when I stopped pushing through and started building restorative rhythms into my everyday days. Not as indulgence. Not as escape. But as a faithful, embodied way of living with God. We talk about why peace often feels elusive, especially for women who carry a lot, and how simple daily practices can help us become more available to the peace God is already offering. This episode is not about adding more to your plate. It’s about creating space to receive what God has already promised. If this episode resonates, consider choosing one or two practices to try this week. Peace grows through repetition, not perfection. In this episode, we explore:You’ll hear about restorative practices like: Beginning the day without immediate input Creating daily “return to self” rituals Linear living and doing one thing at a time Phone-free spaces and times Daily pauses that restore the body and soul Making room for pleasure, rest, and predictability

JOIN THE WELL - $39/month CHRISTIAN LIFE COACHING WITH REBEKAH INVITE REBEKAH TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT Many Christians are genuinely seeking peace by praying, trusting God, staying faithful...and yet still feel chronically overwhelmed, wired, exhausted, or emotionally numb. In this episode, we explore a hard but freeing truth: peace is not only a spiritual concept, it is also a physiological state. When the body is living in survival mode, it may not be able to feel the peace God promises, even when faith is sincere. This conversation is not about blaming your body or questioning your faith. It’s about understanding how God designed us as spiritual beings living in physical bodies, and why Scripture never asks us to ignore our limits in order to trust Him. The difference between God’s peace in trials and burnout disguised as faith Why peace isn’t something you can simply “think” or “pray” your way into What chronic stress actually is and what it does to the brain, hormones, and body Why stillness feels uncomfortable for many faithful Christians How over-spiritualizing stress keeps the nervous system stuck in survival mode How Scripture consistently affirms rest, limits, and embodied wisdom Key Scriptures Mentioned Philippians 4:7 — The peace of God that guards our hearts and minds Matthew 11:28–30 — Jesus’ invitation to the weary Exodus 20:8–11 — Sabbath as a command, not a suggestion Psalm 23:2–3 — Restoration happens beside still waters 1 Kings 19 — God meets Elijah’s exhaustion with rest and nourishment Exodus 18 — Moses is warned against unsustainable leadership Mark 6:31 — Jesus calls His disciples away to rest

JOIN THE WELL Have you ever been praying faithfully and yet still feel anxious, unsettled, or emotionally exhausted? In this episode, Rebekah explores a gentle but important truth: sometimes prayer alone doesn’t produce peace, not because prayer is ineffective, but because how we’re praying (and what we’re asking prayer to do) matters. This conversation invites you to move beyond anxious, outcome-focused prayers and into a deeper, more grounded way of trusting God. Why praying for specific outcomes can sometimes increase anxiety instead of peaceHow Jesus models honest prayer and surrender in the GardenWhat Scripture teaches about trust as the foundation of peaceThe connection between obedience, repentance, and inner restWhy ignoring your body’s limits can keep your nervous system stuck in survival modeHow faith, formation, and physiology work togetherKey Scriptures: Isaiah 26:3 Romans 15:13 Psalm 34:14 Isaiah 48:22 Psalm 23 This episode is for the woman who: Is praying but still feels restless Wants peace without bypassing truth Is ready to trust God more deeply...not just ask Him to fix things If you’re longing for a place to practice this kind of honest, embodied faith in community, The Well is open to you. It’s a space for women who want to grow in trust, obedience, emotional health, and spiritual depth — together. 👉 Learn more here: https://www.rebekahperkins.com/join-the-membership

Note: Rebekah says "Welcome to "2025" at the start of this episode, she meant to say "2026!" JOIN THE WELL and go deeper with Rebekah & other listeners! Verses Referenced in Episode Psalm 34:14Isaiah 9:6Philippians 4:6-7Ephesians 6:15In this episode, Rebekah kicks off the Peace series by exploring why so many Christians live without peace of mind, even while claiming to trust God. She unpacks the quiet but heavy belief that we have to figure life out on our own and how that functional self-reliance fuels anxiety, overthinking, and emotional exhaustion. Drawing from Scripture, Rebekah reframes what it actually means to “trust God,” showing that peace isn’t found in having clarity or control, but in engaging God in the very moment we feel afraid, uncertain, or overwhelmed. This episode also redefines the idea of “trusting yourself” through a biblical lens. Rather than trusting our instincts or emotions, Rebekah invites listeners to trust that God is with them, that they can seek Him honestly, hear His voice, and obey, while resting in the promise that God redeems, redirects, and carries what we cannot. This conversation sets the foundation for a series centered on surrender, prayer, and learning to live from a place of true, practiced peace. JOIN THE WELL

JOIN THE WELL We live in a world overflowing with wisdom, tools, podcasts, Bible studies, and advice, and yet many women feel more anxious, fragmented, and exhausted than ever. In this episode, Rebekah explores a concept she calls mental gluttony: overconsumption based in the belief that if we just gain enough clarity, understanding, or insight, we will finally feel at peace. While growth and learning are good gifts, unlimited consumption without limits often leads to confusion, guilt, and restlessness rather than freedom. Using a simple but powerful budgeting analogy, Rebekah invites listeners to consider how wise boundaries, not endless information, are often what form peace in our lives. Just as financial limits create freedom, emotional and mental limits can restore clarity, trust, and spaciousness for God to work. This episode gently challenges the assumption that peace comes from figuring everything out and offers a different path: formation through restraint, repetition, and trust. As we look ahead to 2026, Rebekah shares how The Well is designed not as an all-you-can-consume resource, but as a steady, intentional rhythm—a place to return, drink deeply, and live what you already know. If you’re tired of chasing clarity and ready for a quieter, steadier way forward, this episode is for you. ---> JOIN THE WELL

Rebekah's Courses - Enroll Today!⁠ ⁠Coaching with Rebekah We all want close, lasting friendships but sometimes the very habits we fall into without realizing it are the ones that push people away. In this final episode of the Belonging Series, Rebekah unpacks the subtle “belonging blockers” that can quietly erode trust and connection. From talking too much, to gossip, to cracking too many jokes, you’ll discover ten common behaviors that slowly chip away at relationships and how to flip them around so your friendships grow stronger instead of weaker. If you’ve ever wondered why certain connections don’t stick, or how you can create a space where others truly feel safe, seen, and wanted, this episode will give you practical, faith-filled insight you can apply right away.

Rebekah's Courses - Enroll Today! Coaching with Rebekah In this episode of the Belonging Series, we flip the script: instead of waiting for others to make us feel included, we discover how to carry belonging with us. Drawing from Scripture, everyday practices, and even timeless wisdom from How to Win Friends and Influence People, we’ll explore both the simple tools that create connection and the deeper steps that nurture true, trusted relationships. We’ll also tackle one of the biggest barriers to belonging, the “they should call me” mindset, and reframe it with the freedom of agency in Christ. This episode will equip you to stop waiting for belonging and start creating it, wherever you go.

Rebekah's Website Have you ever felt like you can never truly relax in relationship, that you have to keep performing, pleasing, or proving yourself to be worthy of love? You might be carrying the hidden wounds of conditional love. Whether it came from childhood, religious legalism, or performance-based approval, conditional love gives us a false view of, well, love. It breeds defensiveness, self-hatred, fear of vulnerability, and ultimately keeps us from the deep connections we long for. In this episode, we’ll explore the emotional, relational, and spiritual cost of growing up with “love that had strings attached,” and why it becomes such a barrier to belonging in adulthood. We’ll look at how Scripture reveals the freedom of God’s unconditional love, unpack the ways our nervous system responds to early rejection, and outline practical steps for breaking free from the performance trap so we can live from a place of security, not fear. If you’ve ever longed for a community where you can be fully known and fully loved, this conversation will help you start healing the barriers that have been holding you back.

Rebekah's Website We all long to be known, loved, and accepted but sometimes, without even realizing it, we’re the ones putting up walls. In this episode, I'll unpack the subtle and not-so-subtle barriers that keep us from true belonging. From internal struggles like caring too much about what others think, to modern challenges like social media’s fake connections, to the deep issue of not knowing ourselves well enough to share our real story. These obstacles matter. You’ll discover: The internal barriers that quietly sabotage connection. The modern cultural forces that make real belonging harder than ever. Why self-knowledge is a prerequisite to being known by others. Practical ways to start dismantling these walls so you can create the connection you crave. If you’ve ever felt like you were standing in a crowded room yet still completely unknown, this episode will help you see what’s in the way—and what you can do about it.