Anchored not Anxious
with Terri Hutchinson
Anxiety and worry may manipulate your mind and emotions, but it is not your identity. My anxiety journey equips me to mentor women with anxiety and worry. Find wisdom and realistic encouragement while gaining an unshakeable trust in God. It's possible with practical, faith-rooted anchoring practices. You belong here.
Pet Parent Help For the Grief That Starts Before Goodbye
If you've ever found yourself pre-mourning an ailing pet who's still alive, you're not imagining things—you're experiencing anticipatory grief. And if you've had someone tell you that losing your dog “can't compare” to losing a human? I'm so sorry. Grief is grief, and there are no qualifiers. In this episode, I'm sharing my story of…
When You Wish Jesus Would Just Show Up (And Why He Doesn’t Need To)
When anxiety hits hard, have you ever wished Jesus would just speak out loud or sit beside you? You're not alone. Even the disciples struggled when Jesus said He was leaving—until He promised them the Holy Spirit as their Counselor. But what does that actually mean for managing anxiety today? In this episode, I explore…
Author Sue Donaldson and her book, Never Alone: Stories on Connection and Invitation
Listen to Sue share stories from her book, Never Alone: Stories of Connection & Invitation. With stories from her life, Sue illustrates the purpose and power of connection. You can have eyes and ears for the people who cross your life path, extend an invitation, and let God reveal the purpose as you connect with…
Low-Energy Days Activate Anxiety-Manage Both with an Activity Tolerance Plan
Living with a chronic condition means navigating the unpredictable terrain of high-energy days and low-energy days. One morning you wake up ready to conquer your to-do list, and the next, a simple shower leaves you depleted. This fluctuation doesn't just affect your body—it impacts your mental and emotional wellbeing, often triggering anxiety and discouragement. In…
What Nature Trails Teach Us About Waiting on God
What if trust isn't about getting what you want when you want it—but about learning a path that never becomes a dead end? In this episode, I use the imagery of a nature trail to explore what it means to truly trust God when you're waiting, when answers haven't come, or when the outcome isn't…
The Kind of Faith That Scares Worry into Silence
Monster fires in the California mountains consume everything in their path. It takes only a spark to start a raging blaze. What if there was something like fire that could consume your worry just as an actual fire consumes anything in its path? Something that would scare it into silence? There is—if you're willing to…
You’re More Relevant Than You Feel (Even As Life Says Otherwise)
A high school friend messaged me after decades: “I've thought about you 8 million times since 1978.” She remembered a powerful conversation about faith and obedience—a lesson she'd carried with her and shared with countless people over the years. The twist? She had the wrong Terri. That wasn't me. But here's what struck me: That…
Why You Feel Tense Around Certain People (And What to Do About It)
I worked with someone who moved the boundary lines daily. Some days she was warm and open. Other days? Ice cold. I never knew which version I'd get. The relationship became dysfunctional because it impeded our ability to work together—and it made me increasingly tense. The truth is, people can elevate our stress and anxiety.…
Are You Better Off With Jesus Than Without?
What’s the Point of Knowing Jesus? She wasn't invited to the dinner party. Her reputation was well-known. And nobody thought her life mattered except for Jesus. What made her believe Jesus could make her life better? What happened next was an act of complete surrender. In this episode, I show you a few women who…
Image Therapy: Self-Care for Anxiety and Overwhelm
Ever noticed how scrolling through your favorite photos can instantly lift your mood? There's actual science behind it. In this episode, discover how photographs—whether of grandchildren, nature scenes, or peaceful landscapes—can lower your blood pressure, reduce stress, and interrupt anxious thought patterns. Get practical tips for creating your own “calming photo file” to use in…
Pet Parent Help For the Grief That Starts Before Goodbye
If you've ever found yourself pre-mourning an ailing pet who's still alive, you're not imagining things—you're experiencing anticipatory grief. And ...
When You Wish Jesus Would Just Show Up (And Why He Doesn’t Need To)
When anxiety hits hard, have you ever wished Jesus would just speak out loud or sit beside you? You're not ...
Author Sue Donaldson and her book, Never Alone: Stories on Connection and Invitation
Listen to Sue share stories from her book, Never Alone: Stories of Connection & Invitation. With stories from her life, ...
Low-Energy Days Activate Anxiety-Manage Both with an Activity Tolerance Plan
Living with a chronic condition means navigating the unpredictable terrain of high-energy days and low-energy days. One morning you wake ...
What Nature Trails Teach Us About Waiting on God
What if trust isn't about getting what you want when you want it—but about learning a path that never becomes ...
The Kind of Faith That Scares Worry into Silence
Monster fires in the California mountains consume everything in their path. It takes only a spark to start a raging ...
You’re More Relevant Than You Feel (Even As Life Says Otherwise)
A high school friend messaged me after decades: "I've thought about you 8 million times since 1978." She remembered a ...
Why You Feel Tense Around Certain People (And What to Do About It)
I worked with someone who moved the boundary lines daily. Some days she was warm and open. Other days? Ice ...
Are You Better Off With Jesus Than Without?
What’s the Point of Knowing Jesus? She wasn't invited to the dinner party. Her reputation was well-known. And nobody thought ...
Image Therapy: Self-Care for Anxiety and Overwhelm
Ever noticed how scrolling through your favorite photos can instantly lift your mood? There's actual science behind it. In this ...
