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Do you ever feel stuck, emotionally drained, or like you’re constantly striving but never “enough”? You’re in the right place! Welcome to A HOLY MESS Podcast (ranked in the top 1% globally🎉), a podcast designed for you if you’re ready to break free and heal from self-doubt, burnout, and overgiving—so you can step into confidence, peace, God’s grace and purpose with clarity. Each week, I share biblical wisdom, mindset shifts, and real conversations to help you: ✨ Overcome self-doubt and fear with faith-based confidence. ✨ Let go of striving and perfectionism and embrace God’s grace. ✨ Set healthy boundaries and stop people-pleasing without guilt. ✨ Heal from burnout, shame, regret, and emotional exhaustion. ✨ Renew your mind with God’s truth and step into your purpose. There’s no magic wand to find more freedom, but there are practical tools that can help. Even as Christians who sometimes feel unworthy and shame about our past, anxious about our future, or feel like we are not enough. There is so much more for us! There’s hope, joy, peace, fun, purpose, and a reason that YOU are on this planet. If you’re ready to rediscover your worth, reconnect with God, and finally feel at peace, you’re in the right place. We can have fun and laugh while trudging through our messes; this stuff doesn’t need to be dry and boring. I can’t wait to journey with you. Your new friend, Dani Learn -＞ www.danisumner.com Connect -＞ hello@danisumner.com Facebook -＞ https://www.facebook.com/DaniSumnerCoaching Instagram -＞ https://www.instagram.com/danisumner/
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Hey friend! Today's episode is short and sweet - just jumping on to give some short encouragement and prayer over you.
In this episode:
- A reminder that you're stronger than you give yourself credit for
- Finding your true identity beyond what you do—🔥thisssss is a vital step in finding our purpose! ☎️Book a call if you need help here-this is my jam.
- Embracing joy in the journey, even in hard places
- A special prayer to bless your path
Remember: ""While there is breath in your lungs, God is not done with you.""
Much love,
Dani
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Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
On this Good Friday, I'm sharing some thoughts about what this weekend means and how to find hope in difficult seasons.
Remember, the Christian faith isn't about white-knuckling through life - it's about surrendering and letting your truest self emerge through pain, and when you do, you will change the world! And I’m here to cheer you on!
In This Episode:
The truth behind "it's Friday, but Sunday's coming!"
🤣 A funny story about "Jesus's phone number" (Jeremiah 33:3)
🔥 Why God allows certain things to die for resurrection to happen
👉🏼 Permission to hope again, even when life has taken its pound of flesh
🗣️ Remember, while you still have breath in your lungs, God is not done with your story!
Share this episode with someone who needs resurrection hope today!
- Dani
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Keywords: Good Friday, Easter hope, resurrection story, Jeremiah 33:3, Christian coaching"
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Hey friends!
When life takes its "pound of flesh," our confidence often goes with it.
Quick Takeaways:
Losing confidence is NORMAL after hardship (you're not doing anything wrong!)
Find your WHY before worrying about HOW to get confidence back
You already won the cosmic lottery (1 in 400 billion chance) just by being here
God can use even your hardest experiences for good (Romans 8:28)
Your Homework:
Find FIVE reasons why having confidence would benefit your life. Email them to hello@danisumner.com and I'll personally respond!
Remember, as long as there's breath in your lungs, God has more for you.
You were MADE FOR MORE! ❤️
Love,
Dani
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Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Hey friend! Overcoming judging ourselves and living under the harsh judgments of others is life changing!
I hope this episode encourages you!
Much love,
Dani
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Verse:
"I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court. Indeed, I do not even judge myself."- 1 Corinthians 4:3-4
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Coming to you from Waikiki Beach in Hawaii!
Today I'm sharing how the magnificent Banyan trees with their complex root systems remind me of our own complicated histories - and why that can actually become a beautiful thing.
In this episode:
- Why complicated roots can be your greatest strength
- Isaiah 61:4 and rebuilding what's been devastated
- How one person can change a family's trajectory
- Why your past doesn't define you
Remember, while you still have breath in your lungs, God isn't done with you yet!
Much love,
Dani
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✅ 🎉Interested in one-on-one coaching or Dani's programs? Schedule a free discovery call with Dani here.
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#ChristianPodcast #findyourpurpose #HealingJourney #IsaiahPromise #faithoverfear
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Hi Friend,
If you're tired of the grind I hope this episode encourages you!
I used to struggle so much with my worth being dependent on my performance.
I've had more than a few seasons of being a workaholic, and feeling like no matter what I did, it was never enough to make me feel the joy of accomplishment. Even when clearly I had accomplishments.
I've had to learn how to enjoy life. And feel peace and joy without guilt.
In today's episode I'm sharing a few helpful tips to help you.
God bless,
Dani
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✅ 🎉Interested in one-on-one coaching or Dani's programs? Schedule a free discovery call with Dani here.
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Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Hi friend!
I used to be soo controlled by others opinions of me.
Until I embraced the life-changing truth: “Other people's opinions about me are NONE of my business.”
Episode Highlights:
- Why living under the tyranny of others' opinions keeps you from peace and joy
- The only two relationships that truly matter: your relationship with God and yourself (after that, other relationships fall into place for the most part)
- How healing these foundational relationships changes EVERYTHING else
When you stop trying to control what others think of you and focus on healing your relationship with yourself, life becomes so much more enjoyable!
You stand before an audience of ONE - God Almighty - and yourself.
If you're tired of banging your head against the wall trying to prove yourself worthy to others, I can help!
🔗 BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL
Keep showing up for yourself, friend. Remember, other people's opinions about you are NONE of your business! *yesss, I get how difficult it is to let those opinions go. But the goal is to not be so controlled by those who only know a fraction of your truth and story.
With so much love and gratitude,
Dani
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#selfworth #christianlifecoachingtips #healingjourney #faithbasedcoaching #personalgrowth
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
I know when we’re struggling in life sometimes the first thing that comes up is doubts about God or our relationship with him. I get it! Today we’re talking to author Niki Hardy–she recently wrote “God Can We Chat” – a conversation about doubts and how that can lead us to grow closer to God.
- 🙏 Niki shares how her faith was challenged by leadership struggles, political division, and difficult Bible passages
- 💬 Discovering we're never alone in our questions
- ✨ Doubt as a faith superpower, not kryptonite
- 🛣️ Finding a third path between blind faith and disbelief
- 🔍 The CHAT guide for honest conversations with God:
- Consider the facts
- Honor your story
- Ask God's perspective
- Team up going forward
- 💙 "Life doesn't have to be pain-free to be full"
If you struggle with doubts, I hope this conversation and her book bless you!
Grateful you’re here.
Much love,
Dani
🌟To learn more about Dani & to join the newsletter list-> https://www.danisumner.com/
✅ 🎉Interested in one-on-one coaching or Dani's programs? Schedule a free discovery call with Dani here.
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Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Today, Jim (my therapist) and I are talking about the importance of recognizing those special people who've been "beacons of light" in our lives. The ones who loved us back to life.
I remember when I couldn't see or recognize the people from my past who were looking out for me along the way.
That's why questions like the one Jim asked me in today's episode are so powerful!
Who are your bright lights and beacons?
I'm grateful you're here.
May this Podcast be a bright light and beacon on your journey.
God bless and much love,
Dani
🌟To learn more about Dani & to join the newsletter list-> https://www.danisumner.com/
✅ 🎉Interested in one-on-one coaching or Dani's programs? Schedule a free discovery call with Dani here.
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Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
You are NOT alone in your struggles!
Hi friend,
Today, we're hearing from my friend and Pastor, David Hutsko.
David is the real deal, and I hope his transparency blesses you!
I know sometimes we think Pastors "have it all together,"--and I hope you're encouraged as you listen to David share his story and what he's currently walking through as he continues to heal and become who God has created him to be.
We're talking about self-forgiveness, finding authentic belonging, church hurt, and so much more.
Also, if you don't currently have a Church home (or even if you do but want to be encouraged)--check out his sermons here: https://www.newlifepismo.com/sermons/sermon-series/
I'm so grateful you're here!
Much love,
Dani
🌟To learn more about Dani & to join the newsletter list-> https://www.danisumner.com/
✅ 🎉Interested in one-on-one coaching or Dani's programs? Schedule a free discovery call with Dani here.
🤳🏼 ALSO, let's connect on social media: Facebook, Instagram -> Facebook and Instagram