WEEKLY EPISODES OF AFFIRMING TRUTHS
Are you struggling to renew your mind and walk in the Truth of who God made you to be? Do you feel like you are waging a losing battle against your negative self-talk? Are you fatigued from the daily grind of struggling against yourself, your thoughts or your circumstances? In the Affirming Truths podcast with Carla Arges, you will find a safe place to feel seen and heard, as well as Biblically based encouragement and practical tips from my own life experience.
My mission is to empower and equip you to ditch the negative self talk, grow in God and build mental resilience. Hey, I'm Carla Arges. Daughter of the King. Wife. Mom. Mental Health Warrior. Trauma Survivor. And Avid Coffee Drinker. I spent years broken by trauma and mental illness, barely surviving the day to day struggles of my own inner dialogue. I believed the lies of the past, the hurtful things spoken over me and my own self defeating thoughts.
But then something happened. I reclaimed my identity in Christ, figured out how to renew my mind and built the mental grit needed to leave my past self behind and walk in the beautiful purpose God has over my life. If you are ready to say YES to replacing your negative inner dialogue, walking a life of God’s truth and reclaiming who you are - I’m the coach and mentor for you. Get ready to live out Romans 12:2 - be transformed by the renewing of your mind and live in God’s good, pleasing and perfect will.

S.1 EP.18 - Preparing for the New Year PART TWO - Respond
Join Carla in this enlightening episode, the second part of a series, as she dives into the process of creating a posture board for the new year. Discover how she surrenders her plans and aligns herself with God's will through this intentional practice. Gain practical insights on creating a visual representation of submission and embracing God's direction. Don't miss this transformative discussion that will inspire you to approach the new year with a posture of surrender and openness to God's leading.

S.1 EP.17 - Preparing for the New Year PART ONE - Reflect
Join Carla in this insightful episode, the first part of a two-part series, as she guides you through a year-end reflection process. Discover how to identify areas in your life where you may be falling out of alignment with your values and the will of God. Gain practical insights to realign and live a more purposeful and fulfilling life. Don't miss this transformative discussion that will empower you to make positive changes as you enter the new year.

S.1 EP.16 - Refocusing Christmas
Carla shares how she has struggled with Christmas in the past based on trauma - and how she plans to refocus the holiday on the TRUE gift of the season ... God with us.

S1. EP.15 - Renewing your mind
Join Carla in this transformative episode as she guides you through the practical process of renewing your mind and embracing the freedom that comes from living in truth. Gain valuable insights and practical tools to navigate the journey of renewing your thought patterns. Don't miss this empowering discussion that will inspire and equip you to experience true mind renewal and lasting transformation.

S.1 EP.14 - Parenting Thoughts
Join Carla in this insightful episode as she shares parenting insights from raising her teenage boy. Discover valuable advice and encouragement for moms striving to guide their children towards a Christ-centered life. Don't miss this empowering discussion that will inspire and equip you in your parenting journey.

S.1 EP.13 - My mental illness journey
Join Carla in this courageous episode as she shares her personal journey with mental illness, from misdiagnosis to denial and experiencing manic episodes. Discover how she overcame these challenges and found a path to thriving. Gain inspiration and insights on navigating the complexities of mental health. Don't miss this transformative discussion that offers hope and encouragement to anyone facing similar struggles.

S1 EP12 - Discouragement
Carla shares about her current struggle with discouragement, and how it actually points to a lack of trust in God's character. She leaves you with the hope of how to renew your strength in Christ.

S1 EP11 - Importance of Community
In this episode Carla shares her hiking fail - and how it highlighted our need for community.

S1 EP10 - Boundaries
Here Carla encourages the use of healthy boundaries - the way Jesus had them -to protect your peace and allow you to focus on your calling. Join the journey of creating healthy boundaries and experiencing the overflow of hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

S1 E9 - Generational Trauma
In this episode Carla recounts the moment she knew she was going to pass on her trauma to her son, and what she did to change the trajectory. Join the journey of breaking generational trauma and creating a legacy of healing and love.

SEASON 1 EPS 8 - Comparison
In this episode Carla shares her own struggle with comparison and the dangers of letting it go unchecked.

S.1 EP.7 - 5 tips for a negative body image
Join Carla in this empowering episode as she bravely opens up about her personal struggle with body image. Discover five transformative tips that helped her break free from the bondage of negative self-perception and become available to God's purpose. Gain practical insights and inspiration to embrace your true worth and live a life free from the constraints of body image issues. Don't miss this powerful discussion that will encourage you to reclaim your identity and embrace God's unconditional love.

S.1 EP.6 - Forgiveness
Join Carla in this powerful episode as she opens up about her personal journey in forgiveness. Discover the transformative power of forgiveness and how it can be the starting point for your own healing journey. Gain inspiration and practical insights on embracing forgiveness as a pathway to freedom and restoration. Don't miss this empowering discussion that will encourage you to embark on a journey of healing through forgiveness.

S.1 EP.5 - Focus, Vision & Marriage
Join Carla in this insightful episode as she opens up about a challenging time in her marriage when her focus was clouding her perception of her husband. Discover how she realigned her focus to honor God and find renewed perspective. Gain valuable insights on maintaining a healthy vision in relationships. Don't miss this transformative discussion that will inspire you to prioritize God in your own marital journey.

S.1 EP. 4 - Dealing With a Shameful Past
Join Carla in this empowering episode as she opens up about her personal experience with shame and its impact on our relationship with God. Discover how the enemy seeks to keep us trapped in shame and isolation by accusing us of our past. Be inspired to embrace freedom and walk confidently in God's love. Don't miss this transformative discussion that will empower you to break free from the chains of shame.

S.1 EP.3 - When You're Disappointed With God
Tune in to this enlightening episode as Carla dives into the topic of disappointment with God. Gain valuable insights on embracing the natural experience of disappointment and discover practical ways to navigate and handle it in a healthy manner. Don't miss this empowering discussion that will help you find renewed faith and understanding amidst life's challenges.

s.1 ep.2 - GROWING IN GOD CONFIDENCE
Join Carla in this eye-opening episode as she explores the pitfalls of the self-help movement's emphasis on self-confidence. Discover the power of shifting your perspective to cultivating God confidence instead. Gain insights on how to embrace a deeper sense of purpose and reliance on God in your journey. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion that will transform your perspective on personal growth.

S.1 Ep. 1 - My Testimony as a Prodigal Daughter
Join us for the inaugural episode as Carla shares her personal journey as a prodigal daughter, overcoming childhood trauma and mental illness to rediscover her faith in Jesus. Discover the intentions behind this podcast: to provide encouragement and empowerment. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted on this transformative journey.