Rooted + Rested - Embracing Peace And Rest Through Faith And Self-Care...and a touch of Lavender

21 | From Grasshopper to Butterfly — Finding Identity & Courage in Christ

Do you ever feel small, weak, or unworthy—like a grasshopper in the face of life’s challenges? In Episode 21 of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares a powerful moment of insight from Scripture and everyday life, revealing how God wants us to see ourselves not as small and powerless, but as transformed and renewed in Him.
Through the story of the Israelites in Numbers 13, reflection, and gentle encouragement, this episode helps Christian women understand how our perspective of ourselves affects our faith and courage. Learn to embrace your identity in Christ, find peace amid fear, and step into the life He has for you with confidence.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
The story of the Israelites viewing themselves as grasshoppers and why perspective matters
How fear, doubt, and self-criticism can keep us from stepping into God’s promises
The transformation God brings when we let Him define our identity
Reflection questions and encouragement to help you see yourself through God’s eyes
Free ResourceDownload the Reflection Sheet for this episode — a printable guide with journaling prompts to help you reflect on your identity in Christ and courageously face life’s “giants.” Download at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-21
Explore Lavender Self-CareBring peace and reflection into your home with the Rooted & Rested subscription box — monthly devotionals, handcrafted lavender self-care products, and gentle encouragement to help you rest and grow closer to God.Shop lavender gift boxes, oils, and more at saltandlightbox.com
Connect & Subscribe
Website – https://saltandlightbox.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/saltandlightbox
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/saltandlightlavenderbox
Email List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips: https://saltandlightbox.com/join-rr-community

20 | Busy, But What Are We Proving? | Finding Rest & Worth in God

When someone asks, “How are you?” do you often reply, “Busy”? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, Lisa explores why so many of us wear busyness like a badge of honor—and what we’re really trying to prove.
Through Scripture, reflection, and gentle encouragement, this episode helps busy Christian women understand the difference between productivity and true worth in God. Learn how to embrace rest, find peace in slowing down, and remember that your value is found in Christ—not in how full your schedule is.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
Why busyness often feels tied to our value and identity
How cultural pressure makes “busy” sound like success
What God says about our true worth and rest in Him
Encouragement to slow down without guilt and embrace peace in Christ
Free Resource
Download the Reflection Sheet for this episode — a printable guide with journaling prompts to help you slow down, reflect, and examine what’s underneath your busyness.👉 Download at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/
Explore Lavender Self-Care
Bring peace and reflection into your home with the Rooted & Rested subscription box — monthly devotionals, handcrafted lavender self-care products, and gentle encouragement to help you rest and grow closer to God.
Shop lavender gift boxes, oils, and more at saltandlightbox.com.
Connect & Subscribe
Website – https://saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips.

19 | Breathing His Name: Finding Rest in the Middle of Striving

Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you work, it’s never enough? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares a gentle reminder that even in the midst of overwhelm and striving, God is with us in every inhale and exhale.
Learn how to anchor your breath to His presence, release burdens that aren’t yours to carry, and find rest for your soul. Through Scripture reflection, a simple anchor prayer, and practical encouragement, this episode helps busy Christian women pause, trust God, and embrace His peace in the middle of life’s busyness.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
A reflection on Matthew 11:28 and God’s invitation to rest
How your very breath can whisper God’s name, Yahweh
A simple anchor prayer: “Lord, this is Yours, not mine”
Practical ways to pause, breathe, and remember that God is carrying the weight
Encouragement for busy women navigating work, responsibilities, and life’s overwhelm
Episode Takeaways
Breathe His Name – Inhale “Yah,” exhale “…weh” to anchor your heart to God
Pause and Reflect – Take short 30–60 second moments throughout your day to breathe and pray
Measure Faithfulness, Not Results – Focus on what you do, not what you can control
Let Go of Burdens – Practice the anchor prayer: “Lord, this is Yours, not mine”
Scripture Reference
Matthew 11:28 (CSB) – “Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Free Resource
Download the Reflection Sheet for this episode — journaling prompts and exercises to pause, breathe, and rest.Download at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/
Explore Lavender Self-Care
Bring peace and reflection into your home with the Rooted & Rested subscription box — featuring monthly devotionals, handcrafted lavender self-care products, and gentle encouragement to help you rest and grow closer to God.
Shop lavender gift boxes, oils, and more at saltandlightbox.com.
Connect & Subscribe
Website – https://saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips.

18 | From Weariness to Wonder: One Stem, Many Lessons

Episode 18 | From Weariness to Wonder: One Stem, Many Lessons
Even in the midst of exhaustion, God shows up in the smallest details. In this episode of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares how a single blooming lavender stem in her Melissa Lilac Lavender revealed profound spiritual truths:
Rooting our lives in the Trinity
Seeing God’s grace in everyday moments
Trusting His completion and perfection
Living within His order
Flourishing in fullness and community
Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, this episode invites you to notice God’s lessons in the ordinary, embrace His peace, and find wonder even in weary seasons.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How God speaks through small, everyday details
Ways to root your life in His presence
Encouragement to trust God’s timing and perfection
Finding flourishing and community even in busy seasons
A simple lavender-inspired practice to slow down, reflect, and rest
Scripture References
[Add relevant Scripture references here if you have them; e.g., Psalm 1:3, Colossians 2:7, etc.]
Free Resource
Download the Reflection Sheet for this episode — includes a hand-drawn lavender stem and journaling prompts to help you process God’s lessons in your life.Download at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/
Explore Lavender Self-Care
Bring peace and reflection into your home with the Rooted & Rested subscription box — monthly devotionals, lavender self-care products, and gentle encouragement to help you rest and grow closer to God.
Shop lavender gift boxes, oils, and more at saltandlightbox.com.
Connect & Subscribe
Website – https://saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips.

17 | When Perfect Turns Pathetic: Lessons from Lavender Cuttings

Episode 17 | When Perfect Turns Pathetic: Lessons from Lavender Cuttings
Have you ever started something full of hope, only to watch it go from perfect… to pathetic? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, I share my experience propagating lavender cuttings — the excitement of early growth, the discouragement when they wilted, and the gentle reminder that God is still at work beneath the surface.
Even when life feels disappointing or your efforts seem to fail, His plans are still unfolding in quiet, unseen ways.
Listen now and download your free Reflection Sheet to help you process what God might be growing in your own season of uncertainty.
Download the Reflection Sheet
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How to recognize hidden growth, even when it doesn’t look like progress
Ways to stay hopeful when life or prayer outcomes seem disappointing
How to reflect on God’s work beneath the surface using Scripture
Practical steps for nurturing patience and trust during challenging seasons
Scripture References:
Isaiah 55:10–11 — God’s Word accomplishes its purpose, even when unseen
Galatians 6:9 — Encouragement to not grow weary in doing good
Reflection Questions:
Where in your life do you feel hope is fragile or progress is invisible?
How might God be quietly at work, even when you don’t see it?
What small signs of growth or life might you be overlooking?
How can you nurture patience and trust in your current season?
Connect & Shop
Explore the Rooted & Rested Subscription Box — created to help you slow down, reflect, and nurture your soul with lavender and faith-filled encouragement.
Join the Rooted + Rested email community for devotionals, reflection guides, and updates: saltandlightbox.com/join-rr-community

16 | Faithful but Not Full of Faith: Finding Peace in Anxious Thoughts

Episode 16: Faithful but Not Full of Faith — Finding Peace in Anxious Thoughts
Do you ever feel like you’re faithful to God—showing up, praying, reading His Word—but still wrestle with anxious thoughts? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares her own struggle with anxiety during a busy season and how God reminded her that even mustard-seed faith is enough when it’s placed in Him.
Through Scripture reflection, a lavender-inspired self-care moment, and gentle encouragement, this episode invites you to rest in God’s peace and remember that He meets you right where you are—faithful, but still learning to trust Him more deeply.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The difference between being faithful and being full of faith
Why even mustard-seed faith is powerful in God’s hands
How to bring anxious thoughts honestly before the Lord
A simple way to root your heart in God’s Word and rest in His peace
Free Resource
Download the Reflection Sheet for this episode — a printable guide filled with Scripture, journaling prompts, and space to process your anxious thoughts in God’s presence.👉 Download at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/
Explore Lavender Self-Care
Bring peace and reflection into your daily rhythm with the Rooted & Rested subscription box — featuring monthly devotionals, handcrafted lavender self-care products, and gentle encouragement to help you rest in God’s presence.
Shop lavender gift boxes, oils, and more at saltandlightbox.com.
Connect & Subscribe
Website – https://saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips.
 

15 | It's Never Too Late to Bloom

Have you ever felt like you’ve missed your chance—that it’s simply too late to grow into who God created you to be? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we look at Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard (Matthew 20) and remember this truth: with God, it’s never too late to bloom.
Whether you’re starting something new, rediscovering a dream, or simply longing for peace in a busy season, this conversation will encourage you to rest in God’s timing and embrace the beauty He’s still cultivating in your life.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why Jesus’ story of the vineyard workers matters for us today
How God’s timing is different—and better—than ours
A gentle reflection to help you rest in His promises
A closing prayer to remind you that you are right on time
Free Download:Take these truths deeper with the It’s Never Too Late to Bloom Reflection Sheet. It’s designed to help you pause, reflect, and trust God’s perfect timing.Download your copy at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/
Connect with Me:
Website: saltandlightbox.com
Email List: Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips
Facebook: @saltandlightbox
Instagram: @saltandlightlavenderbox
Explore Lavender Self-Care:Bring peace and reflection into your daily routine with the Rooted & Rested subscription box or individual lavender self-care products—created to help you rest, reflect, and grow closer to the Lord.Shop now at saltandlightbox.com.

14 | Pruned and Not Forgotten: Lessons in the Lavender

Have you ever felt like God was pruning away too much—or that you’d been forgotten in the process? In Episode 14 of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares a moving story from her lavender field about pruning 26 plants and the 11 lessons God revealed through it.
This gentle, faith-filled reflection explores what it means to be refined through God’s love, trust His timing, and find beauty in imperfection.
If you’ve ever felt misshapen, weary, or unsure where God is leading, this episode will remind you: His pruning is always purposeful, and you are never forgotten.
Free Reflection Sheet:Download “Pruned and Not Forgotten” at saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/.
Connect & Subscribe:Website – saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips
Explore Lavender Self-Care:Shop our Rooted & Rested Subscription Box and lavender self-care products—designed to help you embrace peace, rest, and reflection through faith.

13 | Let Him Serve You First: You Can't Give Away What You Don't Have

Feeling spiritually dry or burned out? In Episode 13 of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares a powerful lesson from her lavender field and how God used it to remind her that we can’t give away what we don’t first receive.
Through Scripture, reflection, and lavender-inspired self-care, you’ll discover what it means to let Jesus serve you first, rest in His presence, and live from overflow instead of exhaustion.
If you’ve been trying to do it all and feel like you’re running on empty, this episode will encourage you to pause, breathe, and let Him fill your soul again.
Free Reflection Sheet:Download “Let Him Serve You First” at saltandlightbox.com/podcast.
Connect & Shop:Website – saltandlightbox.comFacebook – @saltandlightboxInstagram – @saltandlightlavenderboxEmail List – Join the Rooted + Rested Community for weekly devotionals and self-care tips
Explore our lavender products, one-time gift boxes, and the Rooted & Rested Subscription Box—crafted to help you embrace peace and rest through faith and self-care.

12 | You're His Favorite in the Garden

Episode 12: You're His Favorite in the Garden – Even in the Mess
Have you ever felt overlooked, forgotten, or like you’ve been left unpruned for far too long? In this heartfelt episode of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares an unexpected moment in the OARDC gardens when the Lord reminded her that—even when life feels messy or wild—you are still His favorite in the garden.
This episode is for busy Christian women who long to feel fully seen, deeply loved, and chosen by God—right where they are. Whether you’re in a season of flourishing or feeling tangled and weary, His love never wavers. Lisa invites you to pause, reflect, and breathe in this truth… perhaps while walking in your garden or sitting quietly at home.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
A personal story from the gardens that sparked this reflection on being seen and loved by God
Encouragement for seasons when you feel unnoticed, overlooked, or unpruned
Insights on how God tends to us in times of pruning, waiting, and growth
A gentle lavender-inspired self-care moment to help you pause, rest, and embrace His love
Resources & Links
Rooted & Rested Subscription Box – Monthly devotionals, lavender self-care products, and thoughtful touches to help you embrace peace and rest through faith and self-care: saltandlightbox.com
One-Time Gift Boxes – Perfect for encouraging a friend or treating yourself to a moment of rest: saltandlightbox.com
Free Reflection Sheet for this episode – Download at saltandlightbox.com/podcast
Connect & Subscribe
Website & Shop: https://saltandlightbox.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saltandlightbox
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saltandlightlavenderbox
Email List: Get weekly self-care tips + devotionals https://saltandlightbox.com/join-rr-community/
Subscribe to Rooted + Rested for weekly episodes filled with Scripture-based reflection, Christian self-care tips, and encouragement to rest and abide in God, even during messy or unpruned seasons.