Like the Dove Podcast
by Eliza Ceci - Life Coach for Ex New Agers and New Christian WomenAre you wanting to know how to grow your relationship with God? Maybe you’ve been stuck in the new age and you’re feeling something is off with the spiritual gurus and self-help world? Or, maybe, like me, you’ve been saved by God but you’re struggling in how to live your life day to day? Welcome to Like the Dove podcast, hosted by Eliza Ceci - a women’s life coach, business owner, blogger, ex new ager, and firmly rooted Christian. After almost a decade of being completely immersed in and teaching new age practices, God opened my eyes and heart to follow Him. This meant giving up my business and all of the ways I was living for my own ambitions and now I’ve re-built my life living for God. This podcast focuses on supporting the ups and downs you experience as an ex new ager and new Christian. Whether you’re newly saved, Christian-curious, or fully immersed in your walk with God, my intention for this podcast is to support you in growing your trust and love for Jesus. We talk about re-building our lives with Jesus as your cornerstone, entrepreneurship, loving God + studying the Bible, and the journey of what it’s like to listen to the Holy Spirit. My intention with this podcast is that you’ll feel less alone as God does a good thing transforming your heart from one of stone to one of flesh. (Ezekiel 11:19) Topics we explore often: - unhealthy family dynamics, mother wound / father wound - studying the Bible - scripture memory - common traps of the new age and how to break free - what life looks like as a new Christian being obedient to God - lots of book recommendations and resources for Christian women - stories and personal reflections to help you feel less alone - testimonies of ex new agers - encouragement from Eliza who’s a life coach with 15 years experience supporting women through huge life transitions Join us every week for encouragement on your spiritual path. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. I’m grateful you’re here!
Copyright: Copyright 2020 ElizaCeci.com
Episodes
Should Christians use herbs and flower essences? Is it witchcraft or is it healing?
36m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/blog/should-christians-use-herbs-and-flower-essences
Can I still use flower essences and herbs as a Christian? Is it biblical? Or, is it witchcraft, divination, and idolatry? Let’s have this much needed and nuanced conversation.
Essentially the BIG question we’re asking is, is it ok to use plants, like herbs, in a wellness practice? Is it witchcraft? Is it wrong? Am I actively rebelling against God? And the answer is, it depends.
So, I want to share with you in this episode some thoughts about this, where I’m currently at with each of these, what I’m learning about if it’s biblical to use plants in our everyday lives and if it is, how can we do it WELL.
Interested in working together 1-1?
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It can feel really confusing to find resources, books, podcasts, Youtube channels to trust, in general, let alone as a new believer. So I created a free pdf resource library to help get you started. DOWNLOAD YOURS HERE > https://www.elizaceci.com/free-resources
These are the resources I use, trust, and that have helped me so much in my learning and growth. I hope it supports you.
There’s always something more to let go of. What are you still clinging to?
22m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/19
In this episode I share one really specific thing I was recently convicted by God to STOP. The new age can run so deep and I truly didn't think much of this BUT Jesus showed me - YES, it is a big deal. Obviously I listened and I'm sharing the story with you today. Honestly, some of the new age stuff I used to believe in is so embarassing. If you're an ex new ager like me, can you relate?
Make sure to click over to the show notes to use the journal prompts to help yourself find any areas where you might be doing this too. I hope this episode helps you today. If you do like this pod, I'd be so grateful if you'd share it was a friend or two who'd like it. <3
Interested in working together 1-1?
I'd love that too! Apply here >> https://www.elizaceci.com/chosen
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Like these episodes? Tysm! Buy me a coffee here >> https://www.elizaceci.com/donate
Shop my favorite books and Bibles via my amazon store front: https://www.amazon.com/shop/elizaceci_.
It can feel really confusing to find resources, books, podcasts, Youtube channels to trust, in general, let alone as a new believer. So I created a free pdf resource library to help get you started. DOWNLOAD YOURS HERE.
These are the resources I use, trust, and that have helped me so much in my learning and growth. I hope it supports you.
should you quit social media? how to get off instagram for good (if you want to)
26m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/18-redeeming-our-phone-time
If you’ve been frustrated with all the algo changes and pressure to live your life through a social media lens instead of living your actual life to the fullest I think you’ll like what we’re talking about in episode 18.
I’ve been wrestling with should I or shouldn’t I quit social media for a while - almost a year, actually. You too? I wanted to leave it behind because I knew it was a problem for me for a handful of reasons. And obviously, I was procrastinating on it. But then, the Holy Spirit came and said, ‘Eliza, enough!’
In this week’s episode, I want to share my experience of doing a 40-day instagram fast (which quickly shifted into leaving instagram for good).
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how do you live with Jesus as Lord of your life?
33m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/17
In episode 17 we are looking at the practicals of building a relationship with Jesus. Not only as your Savior, but also as your Lord.
Inside the episode...
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what does living with Jesus as Lord of your life mean and look like?
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what are the practices, experiences, and choices you’re making in your life currently that you’re being obedient to that AREN’T God?
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plus, I teach you to how self-coach with journal prompts and my favorite suggestion for going from inaction to action immediately
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and, an invitation to apply to work together 1-1 (enrolling now)
APPLY for CHOSEN 1-1 faith based coaching here: https://www.elizaceci.com/chosen
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Join our broadcast channel on insta for free daily coaching: https://www.instagram.com/j/Aba4THWxAFKozUJp/
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how NOT to let fear stop you on your faith journey
39m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/16
In this episode, we talk about the fears that consume you when you're first saved - specifically about sharing the changes that have or are happening to you. But it's also fear of: rejection, isolation, being misunderstood, made fun of, of your life changing in-not-good-feeling-ways... And these are all valid.
I'm coaching you today if you have any fear around your faith and who God is calling you to be. Grab a notebook or a fresh note on your phone app and let's explore this together.
APPLY for CHOSEN 1-1 faith based coaching here: https://www.elizaceci.com/chosen
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Join our broadcast channel on insta for free daily coaching: https://www.instagram.com/j/Aba4THWxAFKozUJp/
Shop my favorite books and Bibles on my Amazon store front here:https://www.amazon.com/shop/elizaceci_
6 Challenges New Believers Face + How to Overcome Them
52m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/15
Wherever you might be on your believer journey, I think we can all agree there are challenges. Afraid of messing up, being judged, losing friends, fights with your husband or kids, not feeling ‘ready’ to share your faith - it’s all pretty complicated and emotional.
I want to take some time over the next several weeks to cover some of the biggest challenges new believers, ex new agers, and Christian women face with solutions, tools, and resources to help you on your faith journey.
Today we look at the 6 most common challenges and some small steps you can take to move through them with grace.
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Interested in working together 1-1?
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Answered Prayer Remind Us of God’s Love
19m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/14
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when you feel far from God
41m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/13
In this episode...
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what is happening when we feel far from God or, like God is silent or has abandoned us
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examples of people in scripture that’ve felt this way too (you aren’t alone when you feel abandoned)
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taking an honest inventory of what’s happening when you feel far from God and healthy steps to get back on track
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plus, prompts and practices to focus on when you’re in this silent spiritual season
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and, last, I share 5 promises from God with scripture to lean on in a season of silence, loneliness, or feeling like you’re walking in the dark
I hope this episode supports you in moments or seasons when you feel distant from God. He's always with you and will never, ever abandon you. Sometimes its about shifting our perception and posture to grow closer with Him again.
A brand NEW coaching program is opening next week! Get on the email list to be the first to know. ((there will be 10 spots available))
CLICK HERE to be added to the new program interest list. I'll reach out with all the details.
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Join me on our new Insta account https://www.instagram.com/likethedove/
Shop my favorite books and Bibles via https://www.amazon.com/shop/elizaceci_.
It can feel really confusing to find resources, books, podcasts, Youtube channels to trust, in general, let alone as a new believer. So I created a free pdf resource library to help get you started. Tap here >> https://view.flodesk.com/pages/638831e344fd43768982afa4
These are the resources I use, trust, and that have helped me so much in my learning and growth. I hope it supports you.
Are Period Blood Rituals OK? What the New Age is Teaching Women + Girls to do during Menstruation
38m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/12
What's going on with the new age and teaching women and girls to worship their period blood (also called moonblood) in rituals? Is it safe? Does God like it? Should you stop?
In this episode we're looking at a new age practice that's getting really popular. It can look like giving your period blood to house plants or back to the earth (as a spiritual practice or as fertilizer). And it can grow into putting the blood on your face as a facial!
I hope you've never even heard about this topic BUT if you've been taught this and practiced it on your own, like I did, I want to talk about it.
In this episode...
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why is it called ‘moontime’ and ‘moonblood’? and an explanation of the period blood practice that's being taught to new agers
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where did this practice originate? who are the people who are most likely to be attracted to it + why
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I share my experience participating in this practice for 2 years + what I learned once I stopped (I hope this encourages you)
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the red flags to look out for when choosing practices and teachers
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and, a 3 part discernment practice to decide if what you're doing is ok and honoring to God
Interested in working together 1-1?
I'd love that too! CLICK HERE to be added to the new program interest list. I'll reach out with all the details asap.
LINKS
Join me on our new Insta account @likethedove
Shop my favorite books and Bibles via my Amazon storefront.
It can feel really confusing to find resources, books, podcasts, Youtube channels to trust, in general, let alone as a new believer. So I created a free pdf resource library to help get you started. DOWNLOAD YOURS HERE.
These are the resources I use, trust, and that have helped me so much in my learning and growth. I hope it supports you.
the biggest mistake ex new agers make when reading the Bible (are you doing this too)
27m · Publishedaccess the full episode notes here: https://www.elizaceci.com/episode/11
In this episode I share my Bible testimony. What did God show me when I was newly saved about reading His Word? And where I am currently. I share my current Bible reading plan too for the nosy rosey's out there. wink.
And, we talk about the #1 biggest mistake I see ex new agers and new believers make when reading the Bible. I'm seeing this in trends on insta reels and tiktok (and tbh I don't like it).
Interested in working together 1-1?
I'd love that too! CLICK HERE to be added to the new program interest list. I'll reach out with all the details asap.
LINKS
Join me on our new Insta account @likethedove
Shop my favorite books and Bibles via my Amazon storefront.
It can feel really confusing to find resources, books, podcasts, Youtube channels to trust, in general, let alone as a new believer. So I created a free pdf resource library to help get you started. DOWNLOAD YOURS HERE.
These are the resources I use, trust, and that have helped me so much in my learning and growth. I hope it supports you.
Like the Dove Podcast has 53 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 28:36:13. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 27th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 23rd, 2024 19:45.
