Woman Alive | The podcast for Christian women

With the new year comes the pressure to outperform the previous year – but no one is arguably under more pressure than the “ambitious modern woman”. Today women are go-getters, CEOs, heads of state, activists - but they are also homemakers, mothers, wives. Women have been praised for their ability to multitask, but as we bring this strength to our professional and personal lives, many of us are unconsciously living in survival mode and edging towards burnout!

On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests discuss how we can strike the balance between productivity, and holistic wellness.


Salomé Criddle is an author, businesswoman, motivational speaker and founder of TWIRL (Thriving Women In Real Life) – a women’s movement which focuses on marriage, motherhood, business and leadership. She lives in Essex with her husband Paul and their three sons. Salome's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/finding-rest-as-a-christian-woman-while-building-a-business-and-birthing-a-baby/19305.article and you can connect with Salomé and find out more about her ministry at www.twirlhub.com/ and connect with her on Instagram @twirlmovement


Philippa Strachan is the founder of Still Waters Retreats - creating spaces for women to pause, rest, and reconnect with God. She lives in Jersey, Channel Islands with her husband and two young children. After nearly two decades in banking across multiple countries, a six-month sabbatical helped her rediscover the value of rest! You can find out more about Philippa’s retreat at www.stillwatersjersey.co.uk/ and connect with her on Instagram @stillwatersjersey


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘My partner is suffering from depression and anxiety, and I feel helpless’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


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Disclaimer: This episode explores mature topics including sex and rape, and may not reflect the views of all Christians


This is part two of an in-depth discussion on the topic of soul ties! In part one, host Tola-Doll Fisher spoke with Bobbi Kumari about sexual soul ties – which can have positive outcomes in a godly marriage and negative ones outside of it.

On this episode, Tola-Doll and guest Stacy Hulm discuss the relationship between soul ties and unforgiveness.


Stacy is a former Christian radio presenter and a certified inner healing and deliverance minister. Last year she released a new book called, By My Word, They Will Be Healed. Her and her husband Nick are co-founders of Healing House Ministries in Missouri. Stacy's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the conversation we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/you-can-have-an-ungodly-soul-tie-with-the-person-you-refuse-to-forgive/19181.article and find out more about with Stacy’s ministry at https://www.stacyhulm.com/


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘How do I set boundaries with a toxic friend?’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast

Disclaimer: This episode explores mature and sensitive topics including rape and may not reflect the views of all Christians


On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and guest Bobbi Kumari deep dive into a topic that many Christians are either unaware of, or don’t fully understand – soul ties.
Sexual soul ties are often misunderstood by Christians, or sometimes misunderstood altogether. What are sexual soul ties, why did God create them and how can they be broken?

This is part one of two in-depth discussions on soul ties.


Bobbi Kumari is a speaker, teacher, author and founder of fashion and lifestyle brand Living in Light. She is also the producer of the Living in Light Podcast and author of the book, Sacred Sexuality: Rewire Your Desire Towards True Intimacy. Bobbi's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the conversation we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/what-are-sexual-soul-ties-why-did-god-create-them-and-how-can-they-be-broken/13639.article and find out more about with Bobbi’s ministry at https://www.livinginlight.co.uk/


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘I feel bitter towards my dead husband’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


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Have you ever been told you’re “too nice”? Do you struggle to tell people “no”?
Are you desperate to make everyone around you happy, at your own expense?
God calls us to be holy, righteous, kind, gentle and patient – but have we substituted the fruit of the Holy Spirit for people pleasing and seeking approval?

On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests discuss why being too nice isn’t always a good or Christian thing to do.


Danielle Finch is a wife, mum and former SEN (Special Educational Needs) teacher. She is now a freelance writer, sharing her experience of navigating life, parenting and faith, with disability. Danielle's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/opinion/i-was-a-people-pleaser-and-i-thought-it-made-me-a-better-christian/20227.article and you can connect with Danielle at @thisdisabledfamilylife


Rachel Allcock is a high school teacher-librarian. She is also a content writer, social media manager, and events assistant for Activate Your Life. The Activate organisation exists to equip, resource, train and inspire Christian women to be active in sharing God's love in natural, meaningful ways. You can find out more about Activate at https://www.activateyourlife.org.uk/ and connect with Rachel at @weetabixglue.words


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘I have met a guy online, is he the real deal?!’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast

It’s Christmas! And while this season brings much joy to both believers and non-believers - many of us will be navigating mixed emotions at this time of year.

A recent YouGov poll on Christmas revealed only 59% of Brits feel happy over the festive period. Christmas can come with a lot of ‘shoulds’ and unrealistic social expectations of happiness and connectedness. But, along with the festive cheer, comes memories of loved ones who are no longer with us, navigating complex family dynamics, loneliness, busyness and pressure to make the day special.

On this episode, host Tola-Doll Fisher and her guests consider how Christians might celebrate in this season, whilst being considerate of these mixed feelings - in themselves and others.


Rhiannon and her husband Pete serve together in a small church in Preston and have a blended family of six. She is also director of the charity Activate Your Life, which inspires women to share God’s love in authentic ways. Rhiannon's article for Woman Alive is the inspiration for the discussion we're having today. Read it here: https://www.womanalive.co.uk/notes-on-parenting--celebrate-with-care-this-christmas/20563.article and you can find out more about Activate Your Life at https://www.activateyourlife.org.uk/


Bekah Legg is CEO of Restored, a Christian organisation with a mission to speak up about violence against women and equip the Church to stand against domestic abuse and with survivors. Bekah and her late husband Steve have a blended family including five girls. You can find out more about Restored at https://www.restored-uk.org/


The Great Sexpectation question in this episode is titled ‘How do I not fall out with my family this Christmas?’


The Woman Alive podcast is produced by award-winning podcast producer, Dami Okeke.


Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast