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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
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Episodes
Nov 13, 2022
Nov 13, 2022
15 min
Hi friend,
In today’s episode, I share my gratitude and heart for my 12-year sobriety journey. I’m so grateful for you all, and I love being on this journey with you!
Mentions:
In AA, there’s a phrase that I love— “Don’t quit before the miracle happens,” — so, whatever is going on in your life, don’t give up.
Jeremiah 29:13-14 “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord, “and will bring you back from captivity.”
5x5 Rule: If this thing you are struggling with won't affect your life five years from now, don't give it more than 5 minutes of your time today. (Yes, I know -- 'easier said than done,' so be patient with yourself! But it's good to have goals.)
So much love,
Dani
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Oct 22, 2022
Oct 22, 2022
30 min
Hi friend!
Today's episode is a conversation with my Therapist Jim Beebe! He is back today, sharing more about acceptance and finding Grace for ourselves to live our life. Finding Grace for ourselves and our life is such a process. But a process worth pursuing!
Mentions:
"The Center Will Not Hold"—Ellen Sachs
"Nothing can change until you first accept it." Carl Yung
"First the fall, and then the recovery from the fall, and both are the mercy of God." Julian of Norwich
Other conversations/episodes with Jim: Episode 5, Episode 6, Episode 29 & Episode 61
To get in touch with Jim Beebe: 818-787-1242
Enjoy!
So much love to you all!
Dani
Are you interested in One-on-One coaching with Dani? Email hello@danisumner.com to find out more.
Need a step-by-step guide for Spiritual growth in any season? Join The Spiritual Intentions Framework- 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
Want to join Dani's email list? https://mailchi.mp/danisumner/email-list
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Oct 19, 2022
Oct 19, 2022
31 min
Hi friend!
I'm so excited for today's episode--it's with my AMAZING Therapist Jim Beebe. If you've ever asked yourself, "Do I need therapy?" -- I hope this episode encourages you and helps you figure your next steps out with Therapy, AND/OR gives you much peace you're already on the right track with what you're doing!
Jim's a super humble and kind man. He agrees Therapy is not the 'magic pill' to fix everything(don't I wish there was a magic pill, though!). I think Therapy can be especially helpful in seasons when life seems difficult. It can be a powerful asset to be able to process in a safe space.
Other episodes and conversations with Jim: Episode 5, Episode 6, and Episode 29
To get in touch with Jim Beebe: 818-787-1242
So much love to you all!
Dani
Need a step-by-step guide for Spiritual growth in any season? Join The Spiritual Intentions Framework- 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
Free Biblical Affirmations to practice: https://mailchi.mp/danisumner/biblicalaffirmations
Oct 8, 2022
Oct 8, 2022
13 min
Hi friend!
I hope today's episode encourages you if you struggle with constantly judging and analyzing yourself. I know it can be exhausting to live under even our judgments, especially when we're walking through a difficult moment or season.
If this is a core struggle for you, you're in good company- The Apostle Paul also struggled, and I LOVE what he says about it in the verse I'm sharing today. I am also sharing a few encouraging songs I'm obsessed with in my morning routine right now and a powerful quote by Brene Brown.
Mentions:
1 Corinthians 1:4 "I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself."
"I now see how owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do."—Brene' Brown.
Songs: (if you only have time for 1--listen to Mandisa's!)
Good Morning Mandisa iTunes // YouTube // Spotify
Good Morning Max Frost iTunes // YouTube // Spotify
Good Morning Mary J Blige iTunes // YouTube // Spotify
What are your most inspiring songs and music? Please send them my way! hello@danisumner.com
Also, if you need prayer or want to get in touch, please email me at hello@danisumner.com.
Please be praying for me, and I am praying for you all.
So much LOVE,
Dani
Need a step-by-step Framework for Spiritual growth in any season? Join The Spiritual Intentions Framework- 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
Free Biblical Affirmations to practice: https://mailchi.mp/danisumner/biblicalaffirmations
Sep 29, 2022
Sep 29, 2022
20 min
Hi friend!
I know many of us feel guilty at times doing things that bring us joy. In today's episode, we are talking about ways to find enjoyable moments throughout the day. I know it sounds funny, but we need to schedule more joy into our life.
What little things each day bring you joy?
Praying for you.
So much love,
Dani
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Sep 23, 2022
Sep 23, 2022
15 min
Hi friend!
If you ever wake up in the middle of the night and have trouble going back to sleep, this episode is for you! ;) I share 4 tips that have helped me over the years when I wake up and need to get back to sleep. I hope it helps you! If you have another other suggestions you think help, send them my way. :)
Mentions:
Episode 28 on Christian Meditation
God bless and much love,
Dani :)
--> To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
--> Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
--> Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with Dani? Email: hello@danisumner.com to find out more.
--> Wanting a Spiritual growth guide in any season? I’d love to invite you to join me in The Spiritual Intentions Framework (audio course!-do at your own pace!)— 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
-->To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
Sep 16, 2022
Sep 16, 2022
32 min
Hi friend!
In today's episode, we are talking through 3 strategies for internal growth when unexpected things in life happen and affect us.
And I'm sharing a hilarious story about my husband and cold water that caused him to lose his 'cool' for a brief moment! I pulled a muscle laughing so hard! He didn't think it was so funny at the time. ;)
Laughter is also the best medicine in life.
Love you, and cheering for you!
You are not alone. :)
Dani
Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with Dani? Email: hello@danisumner.com to find out more.
Wanting a Spiritual growth guide in any season? I'd love to invite you to join me in "The Spiritual Intentions Framework" (audio course!-do at your own pace!) - 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails --> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
-->To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
-->Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
-->To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
-->Struggling with negative thoughts that are controlling you at times? Here’s some FREE Biblical Affirmations practice that can help: https://mailchi.mp/danisumner/biblicalaffirmations
Sep 13, 2022
Sep 13, 2022
20 min
Hi friend!
In today's episode, I share one of my favorite truths about God's economy--nothing is wasted. Whatever you are walking through, keep walking.
Life's circumstances may not look how you want them to, but somehow, good things will come through them. The situation may not be or feel good, but you will get through it. Hang in there!
Quote of the week:
"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning." Louis L'Amour
Verse of the Week:
"And we know that in all things God works of the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." -Romans 8:28
Other verses mentioned:
Genesis 32 & 1 Thessalonians 1:6b "you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit."
Song of the week:
“Canvas & Clay” by Pat Barrett YouTube // iTunes // Spotify
Playlist from The Spiritual Intentions Framework --enjoy!
I'm cheering for you!
Love you,
Dani
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Sep 9, 2022
Sep 9, 2022
24 min
Hi friend!
If you’re struggling with specific aspects of life or life in general, there’s not something wrong with you!
Sometimes just admitting life is messy brings so much freedom to our hearts and mind. We don't have to have it all figured out. You are not alone.
Remember, “Whatever you are walking through will pass. It may pass like a kidney stone but it will pass.”
This is episode 2 of our “Feel Better Series”—it’s a follow-up to episode 54, and I hope you are encouraged! Each of these episodes will have ‘big picture’ encouragement and long-term strategies, and small tactical things you can do today, literally today, to feel a little bit better.
I'm here for you, and cheering for you!
Much love,
Dani
Interested in 1-on-1 Spiritual Growth Coaching with Dani? Email: hello@danisumner.com to find out more.
Wanting a Spiritual growth guide in any season? I’d love to invite you to join me in The Spiritual Intentions Framework (audio course!-do at your own pace!)— 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
-->To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
-->Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
-->To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram
Sep 5, 2022
Sep 5, 2022
26 min
Hello my friend!
I’m so excited about this next season with the Podcast! In the next 10-12 episodes, we will dive into how to feel better when life is a struggle!
Mentioned in today’s episode:
My 12 favorite Spiritual Practices-
Prayer
Mediation
Journaling
Community
Physical Wellbeing
Radical Acceptance
Do The Next Right Thing
Scriptures
Perspective/Gratitude
Self-care/Sabbath
Purpose and Meaning
Worship
If you’re struggling with circumstances in life, there is hope and a way to find peace within it all. I promise! But it can be like wrestling a bear, so be patient and kind with yourself whatever you are walking!
If you need prayer or need to be heard, feel free to send an email to hello@danisumner.com
Love you!
Dani
Interested in 1-on-1 Spiritual Growth Coaching with Dani? Email: hello@danisumner.com to find out more.
Wanting a Spiritual growth guide in any season? I’d love to invite you to join me in The Spiritual Intentions Framework (audio course!-do at your own pace!)— 12 foundational principles to Spiritual Growth when all else fails -> https://www.danisumner.com/spiritualintentionsframework
-->To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com
-->Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com
-->To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram