In this touching episode of Share It With Charlotte, I share a recent, unexpected encounter with someone who surprised me with a simple but profound statement: "I want to know who God is..."I want to know Him" He had watched the Christian film The Forge, and something in it stirred his heart. But it wasn’t the movie alone that led him to share this with me—it was the fact that he saw something in me. He told me he felt safe asking because he believed I was a good person. This moment reminded me of how the way we live, love, and represent our faith can quietly impact others. I was able to encourage him to seek out a Bible-teaching church, and remind him that God is ready to meet him right where he is. Tune in as we explore the importance of living authentically and being the kind of person others feel safe approaching when their heart begins to seek.

In this episode of Share It With Charlotte, we’re talking about the impact of destructive habits—such as but not limited to criminal behavior, gambling, overeating, addiction, alcohol abuse, self-neglect—and the emotional, financial, and spiritual toll they take on everyone around you. When one person spirals, the fallout doesn’t stay contained. Family, friends, and even children are often left to clean up the pieces. This episode is a call for accountability, healing, and hope—for those caught in the struggle, and those caught in the aftermath.

#podcast #family #relationships

Your words hold a lot of weight—more than you may realize. In this episode of “Share It With Charlotte,” we explore how the tongue, though small, has the power to heal or to harm. What you say reflects the condition of your heart and your level of spiritual growth. It’s time for a spiritual check-up. Are your words building people up, or tearing them down? Let’s talk about how taming the tongue can lead to healing, connection, and spiritual maturity.

In this follow-up episode of Share It With Charlotte, we continue our conversation for Mental Health Awareness Month—this time shining a light on the caregivers who carry the weight alone. When support is limited or nonexistent, the emotional, mental, and physical toll can be overwhelming. This episode reflects on what it truly means to care for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s without a village behind you. If you’ve ever felt isolated, exhausted, or invisible in your caregiving journey, this conversation is for you. You are not alone—and you deserve to be seen.

But you don’t have to suffer in silence. I’ll also highlight practical programs, resources, and services available to help you find support, relief, and balance. Whether you’re just beginning the journey or deep in the struggle, this episode offers encouragement, connection, and hope.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in this heartfelt episode of Share It With Charlotte, we shine a light on the emotional and mental weight carried by caregivers of loved ones with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Conversations with my older sister, she reflects on our family’s journey—how she stepped into the role of caregiver for our father after the unexpected loss of our younger sister who was his initial caregiver.

We talk openly about the behavioral challenges of the disease, the emotional toll of caregiving, and importance of utilizing services, and programs to maintain your identity and balance through it all.

In this heartfelt episode of Share It With Charlotte, we open the door to a conversation that is rarely had—about the pain, disappointment, and grief many women carry past Mother's Day. Whether it's feeling unappreciated, mourning a loss, or facing complicated family dynamics, these emotions can overshadow the celebration. This message dives into the heart, examining why Mother’s Day can be so difficult for many, and offers practical and spiritual steps on how to begin healing and move forward with grace, compassion, and hope.

In this deeply emotional episode of Share It With Charlotte, we share a powerful letter from a listener named Lyonel, who bravely recounts a tragic event that forever altered the course of his life. At just 9 years old, Lyonel witnessed the heart-breaking death of his 8-year-old cousin—his closest friend and constant companion. The two were inseparable, bound by a deep childhood bond that made the loss all the more devastating.

For many years, Lyonel carried a heavy burden of grief and guilt, often wondering why he survived and questioning whether it should have been him instead. This silent pain shaped much of his journey through life, shadowing his steps with sorrow and unanswered questions.

But through it all, one thing remained constant—God’s presence. It was Lyonel’s faith that ultimately sustained him, offering moments of clarity, healing, and the strength to keep going. This episode is a testament to the lasting impact of childhood trauma, the weight of survivor's guilt, and the redeeming power of God's grace.

"You’ve been praying for the relationship, the opportunity, the blessing to be loved and to show love...But could it be that PRIDE is blocking your readiness?

In this week’s episode titled "When PRIDE Trumps Your Readiness For Relationships", we’re exposing the hidden ways PRIDE delays what we’re asking God for — and how humility unlocks the doors we’ve been waiting to walk through.

It’s not just about praying — it’s about preparing. Let's take a deeper look at the real cost of PRIDE — and how to finally move into what you’ve been praying for."

#relationships #balance #buildingmeaningfulconnections #motivation #encouragement #dfw #podcast #podcastlife