181: The Overlooked Stress Relief Tool God Already Gave You

Episode Summary If you’re overwhelmed, tired, or stuck in fight-or-flight mode and unsure how to support your body without spending more money, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, Alexandra shares a simple, affordable, and often overlooked way to help the body recover from stress: music. Drawing from personal experience, Scripture, and educational research, this episode explores how music—especially instrumental music—can help the nervous system settle and create space for rest, reflection, and listening. This is a faith-centered reflection on how God designed sound and music for our wellbeing. No protocols. Just wisdom and discernment. This episode is especially for Christian women seeking clarity, peace, and a gentle way forward. Why Stress Recovery Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive Many women feel stuck because they believe stress relief or healing requires money, programs, or products they can’t afford. In this episode, Alexandra challenges that belief and reminds listeners that some of the most powerful supports for the nervous system are simple and already available. Music is one of those tools—created by God, accessible, and deeply influential when used intentionally. Rediscovering the Gift of Music Alexandra shares how music played a major role in her life growing up—from piano and violin to choir and orchestra—but gradually faded during the busy years of motherhood. A moving experience at a musical performance helped her realize how deeply music affected her emotionally and how much she missed it. Since then, music has become part of family life, stress recovery, and quiet reflection. What Research Helps Us Understand About Music Alexandra references educational research that explores how music affects the brain and nervous system, including: Its role in emotional regulation How it can influence calm and focus The way different types of music evoke different responses What Scripture Shows Us About Music The Bible repeatedly points to music as part of worship, spiritual expression, and restoration. This episode reflects on several passages, including: Revelation 5:8–9 – Music and worship before the throne Revelation 14:2–3 – The sound of harps and a new song Joshua 6 – Trumpets and obedience in the fall of Jericho 1 Samuel 16:23 – David playing music and Saul being refreshed These passages remind us that music is woven into God’s design, not an afterthought. Why Instrumental Music Can Be Especially Calming Alexandra explains how instrumental music, without lyrics, has helped her: Calm her nervous system Focus on the beauty of sound Create stillness after prayer or Scripture reading Journal thoughts that align with biblical truth She shares how instrumental music can make it easier to slow down and listen. Choosing Music That Uplifts Not all music has the same effect. Alexandra encourages listeners to notice how their body responds and to choose music that feels uplifting and calming rather than intense or distressing. She shares personal examples, including violin covers, instrumental playlists, and soundtracks that evoke peace, strength, and hope. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:01 – A simple, affordable way to relieve stress 01:05 – Personal history with music 02:32 – Rediscovering music during adulthood 02:53 – Educational research on music and wellbeing 03:58 – Biblical passages about music 06:23 – Why instrumental music can be especially calming 07:51 – Using music during quiet time with God 09:22 – Choosing music that uplifts 10:46 – Encouragement to try this for yourself Key Takeaways Stress recovery doesn’t always require money or complicated solutions Music is part of God’s design for wellbeing Instrumental music can support calm and stillness Paying attention to your body builds discernment Simple practices can support peace without pressure Feeling Overwhelmed or Unsure What Your Body Needs? If you’re feeling unsure about what your body is asking for in this season and want calm, faith-centered guidance, you can learn more about one-on-one Health Clarity Sessions at: herholistichealing.com/clarity These sessions are designed to help you slow down, gain understanding, and identify wise next steps—without diagnosis or medical advice. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not replace medical care. Start with the $47 Workshop Learn more: herholistichealing.com