Anchored Nurse Podcast
Hope. Faith. Nursing. Real Conversations.
Are you a nurse navigating the storms of healthcare while trying to stay grounded in your faith? You're not alone—and you’re in the right place. Welcome to The Anchored Nurse, a faith-based podcast for Christian nurses who long to serve with purpose, lead with compassion, and stay anchored in Christ.
Hosted by Paula and Melinda, two nurses with hearts for ministry and decades of experience in bedside care and education, this podcast brings honest conversations, biblical encouragement, real-life stories, and hope for weary souls.
Each weekly episode features:
✔️ Thoughtful reflections on the emotional and spiritual realities of nursing
✔️ Deep dives into Scripture and biblical characters that relate to our calling
✔️ Encouraging discussions around topics like burnout, ethical dilemmas, mentoring, and more
✔️ Christian nursing journal articles that connect faith with practice
✔️ Prayer, reflection questions, and truth you can hold onto
🔔 New episodes every Tuesday
🎙️ Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen
📖 Rooted in Hebrews 6:19 – “This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast…” (NKJV)
Anchored Nurse Podcast
Episode 9: The Healing Gift of Laughter in Nursing
In this episode of The Anchored Nurse Podcast, hosts Paula and Melinda explore the surprising and powerful role of laughter in healthcare. From Proverbs 17:22’s reminder that “a cheerful heart is good medicine” to modern neuroscience confirming laughter’s effect on stress, bonding, and resilience, you’ll hear how faith and science beautifully align.
Through Scripture, research, and real nursing stories, Paula and Melinda show how laughter shifts atmospheres, strengthens community, and reminds us that suffering doesn’t get the last word—Jesus does. Whether you’re a nurse on the night shift, a student learning the ropes, or someone looking for encouragement, this episode will inspire you to see joy as both a spiritual and neurological gift.
Tune in to discover practical ways to bring lightheartedness into nursing practice and to be reminded that your laughter is not wasted—it’s healing medicine for both body and soul.
