A HOLY MESS - CHRISTIAN, ANXIOUS, REGRET, SHAME, GRIEF, AA

134. How To Know When To Put Up Boundaries And When To Help In Difficult Friendships. Quote by Frederick Buechner, Brennan Manning & Fruit Of The Spirit Wisdom

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Hi friend!

If you've ever struggled with knowing when to help someone who is struggling and when to set a boundary, I hope today's episode helps! 

Today, I'm sharing a strategy that has helped me discern that whole thing!

And I love and live by this quote: "The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet." 
— Frederick Buechner

This strategy is not a perfect science by any means, but it has served me pretty well over the last decade, and I hope it helps you, too!

Glad you're here!

Much love,

Dani

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133. A Close Call. I Had A Drink, But I'm Still Sober. Story Time & Some Encouragement.

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Bonuses: The first ten people who sign up will get $100 off, and the first five will ALSO get a free 30 one-on-one coaching call with me! ($100 value)

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Hi friend,

Well, life got real for me a couple of weeks ago when I unexpectedly drank alcohol on accident after over 13 years of sobriety.

I am still sober, by the Grace of God. 

I'm sharing the story in today's episode.

There is so much more I could have shared, but I kept it short.

I've learned so much through this experience, and I'm sure I will share more about it all in the future. 

For today, please know how grateful I am for this community and how thankful I am that you're here with us.

I'm also so grateful for the gift of life, for actually living and thriving, not just surviving.

Having this brush up with reality reminded me that I never want to take my sobriety or this beautiful life for granted.

But by the Grace of God...

*If you are actively struggling with an addiction, please find a local recovery group in your town. We all need support in times of struggle, and you are not alone. 

God bless and much love,
Dani 

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132. Faith Struggles Or Feeling Distant From God? How Childhood Experiences And Past Wounds Shape And Impact Our View of God's Love

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Bonuses: The first ten people who sign up will get $100 off, and the first five will ALSO get a free 30 one-on-one coaching call with me! ($100 value)

Use code EARLYBIRD24 for the bonuses! Here's the link.

Hi friend!

In today's episode, I'm sharing insights from a conversation I had with some friends about how the harmful experiences from our past can impact our relationship with God. 

I hope you find this episode encouraging and helpful no matter where you are on your faith journey. 

I'm glad you're here! 

Join my email list for all the updates and email fun! 
Much love,
Dani

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131. ✅ 3 Tips For Dealing With Intense Emotions And Moments When You're Triggered

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Hello friend,

"The goal of life is not to NOT be triggered."—I know that sentence is not the best grammar, but that's the theme and message of today's episode! 

I hope the episode encourages and blesses you.

Also, join my email list here. I'd love to connect with you there, too! 

Three quick takeaways from today's episode:

✅ Get into action.

✅ Take control of our breath.

✅ Can I do anything right now to help this situation?

Grateful you're here! 

Remember to sign up for my email list here. 

Much love,

Dani

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130. Conversation w/ Therapist Jim Beebe. Learning Radical Acceptance. 🚨Also, Last Call For This Round Of The Feel Better Journey!

Hi friend,

I'm so grateful for our time with Jim today. If you're new around here, welcome! 

Jim is a regular on the show, and he's been a Therapist for over 40 years. I'm so grateful for the insight and wisdom he shares with us. 

We're continuing the conversation about learning to be okay when everything's not okay. 

And last call for this round of The Feel Better Journey-my group coaching and mentoring program!—if you're feeling the tug, jump in! We laugh a lot and heal Spiritually together. The program is virtual & the live group calls on Zoom start Monday, February 5th at 2 pm (PST)-recordings are available if you need to miss the live calls. 

Sign up today and jump right in! 

It's a soul-nourishing, holy, and funnn time together. Personal development with the Lord isn't supposed to be dry and dull. 

Life's too short and heavy not to have fun as we heal and grow! 

 In 8 weeks, you will have the tools to:

• experience more peace, 
• learn to extend grace to yourself, and 
• help you not be so controlled by difficult circumstances or relationships. 

Just imagine how much more you'd enjoy life if you could manage your emotions and thoughts instead of them controlling and bullying you around. 

Sign up now, and I will see you inside the program!

I'm glad you're here.

Much love,

Dani

🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com

✅ Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey."

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129. ⏰1 Quick Tip For Bringing Serenity In A Hard Moment: Box Or Square Breathing. Christian Meditation, Breathwork W/ Jesus

Hi friend,

I used to think meditation was so "woo-hoo" or "new agey" until I started doing it and realized what a holy and fantastic practice it could be! 

It doesn't have to be intimidating or be 20 minutes a day. You can do a short one in 30 seconds. 

The more I practice, the more it helps. It's funny how things work that way. 

Also, doors are open to The Feel Better Journey--my group coaching and mentoring program! Or aka, "Dani unplugged!"-- We laugh a lot and heal Spiritually together.

I love our community, and I'd love to journey with you! The program is virtual & the live group calls on Zoom start Monday, February 5th at 2 pm(PST)--recording available if necessary.

If you can listen to the Podcast, you can do the tech that is involved in our program :) It's super easy peasy.

It's not hard work but a soul-nourishing, holy, and funnn time together.

Life's too short and heavy not to have fun as we heal and grow! 

 In 8 weeks, you will have the tools to:

• experience more peace, 

•learn to extend grace to yourself, and 

•help you not be so controlled by difficult circumstances or complicated relationships. 

Just imagine the peace you'd experience if you could manage your emotions and thoughts instead of them controlling and bullying you. 

Sign up now, and I will see you inside the program!

Glad you're here,

Dani

 

🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com

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128. 3 Simple Tools & Strategies To Help w/ Your Evening Routine. Learning To Habit Stack, Especially If You Struggle w/ ADHD, Seasonal Depression, Or Are Going Through A Tough Season

Hi there!

I've struggled with simple routines for years...until recently!

And I have to say, routines and systems in place can be a gift and lifesaver, especially if you're in a struggling season (or a struggling lifetime, haha. More on that another day. Rome wasn't built in day! ;)  

Simple tools, like an evening routine, are a simple way to thrive and make life a wee-bit more enjoyable and manageable.

If you don't have an evening routine, I'd encourage you to create a simple one, and I'd love to help. 

The three non-negotiable things I do every evening, and I highly recommend them are:

1- Plan my tomorrow—As my day ends today, set my day up for tomorrow—write my top 3 priorities for tomorrow's tasks. 

2- Do one special or soul-nourishing thing for myself in the evening.

3- Say one thing I did well today. 

Super simple, right? 

Also, doors are open to The Feel Better Journey-my group coaching and mentoring program! Or aka, "Dani unplugged!"-- We laugh a lot and heal Spiritually together. I love our community, and I'd love to journey with you! The program is virtual & the live group calls on Zoom start Monday, February 5th at 2pm(PST)--everything is recorded if you need to miss the live calls. If you can listen to the Podcast, you can do the tech that is involved in our program :) Super easy peasy. It's not hard work but a soul-nourishing, holy, and funnn time together. This stuff isn't supposed to be heavy, dry, and boring!

Life's too short and heavy not to have fun as we heal and grow! 

 In 8 weeks, you will have the tools to:

•  experience more peace, 
• learn to extend grace to yourself, and 
• help you not be so controlled by difficult circumstances or difficult relationships in your life. 

Just imagine the peace you'd experience if you could manage your emotions and thoughts instead of them controlling and bullying you. 

Sign up now, and I will see you inside the program!

I'm glad you're here.

Much love, 

Dani

🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com

✅ Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey."

🙏🏽Want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com  

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127. Are You Overwhelmed, Stressed, Or Frustrated? Join Grace In The Community To Learn About Tools And Practices To Help You Feel Better

Hi friend,

Today, we're talking with Grace from our community. She's such a wonderful woman, and I can't wait for you to meet her! She's the real deal and such an inspiration. 

Grace's sharing her experience in The Feel Better Journey Group Mentoring and Coaching Program—and doors are open now! ✅🌟

Take the leap, set aside this short season, and focus on your healing and the tools to help you enjoy life again and thrive—You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Sign up for The Feel Better Journey here, and I will see you inside the program! 

✅The program starts the week of February 5th.

🌟The first 15 people to sign up get a FREE bonus kick-off hour of coaching to set you up for success in the program; it will be a fun time together. 

How does the program work? That's a great question, and I'm glad you asked. ;) 

🎧There's a private podcast created just for you--if you like this podcast, you will LOVE the program. Each week, episodes will drop to walk you through the course content.

💫A workbook for you to follow; if you're a workbook-type person, you will love the workbook! Otherwise, you can use it as a doorstop. It's up to you! ;)

💫Weekly group coaching/mentoring meetings with Dani! 

💫There's mid-week encouragement/videos/texts from Dani as well.

💫There's a group community chat for encouragement and a place to connect with other community members and ask questions.

💫The tech is easy peasy--and we walk you through it all. 

Have any questions, email hello@danisumner.com

I can't wait to journey with you! It's going to be a great time together!

Sign up here! 

Love,

Dani

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✅ Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey."

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126. Encouragement For When You're Feeling Distant From God, Struggling With Faith, Frustrated With Yourself, Or Feeling Lost Or Stuck. Psalm 139

Hi friend,
➡️First, I'd LOVE for you to join me on Sunday, January 21st, for a FREE live virtual workshop called Thrive Under Pressure! Sign up here!

🎯I will talk about a few different strategies on how to move forward when you’re feeling stuck, exhausted by life, or struggling with anxiety. Come if you can; I'd love to have you there! There will be a replay if you can't make it live. 

Today, I'm sharing quotes, a song, and a verse. 
If you're feeling distant from Go, on the struggle bus in your faith with Jesus, or feeling like a stranger to yourself-- I hope this episode encourages you a bit!
Two quotes:
The first one by me. ;)  
"Become who you came here to be."-Dani 

And I never thought I'd quote Mike Tyson on the show, but I read this last week, and it's stuck with me about life and some of our experiences and journey— "Everyone has a plan until they are punched in the mouth."—Mike Tyson. 

Verse:
Psalm 139: 13-14 "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your words are wonderful, I know that full well."
Song:
"Fresh Eyes"-Andy Grammar YouTube // iTunes // Spotify

Here's the link to the FREE workshop: Thrive Under Pressure

January 21st @ 2 pm (PST). I can't wait to be there with you!

Love,

Dani

🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com

✅ Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey."

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125. Quick Encouragement. Struggle w/ Caring and Loving Yourself? How To Have A Healthier Relationship w/ Yourself, The Way Jesus Intended For Us All

Hi friend,

If you sometimes struggle to prioritize yourself, I hope this episode blesses you. 

Sometimes, when we try to care for ourselves, we feel guilty or selfish. I know many of us were never taught to care for ourselves in a soul-nourishing way. But I have found that when we learn this skill, we become a better help for the people in our lives that Jesus has around us. 

This year, we will talk more about healing this relationship with ourselves and learning how to better care of ourselves spiritually, emotionally, physically, and mentally. I believe Jesus taught us much about this, and I can't wait to explore it more together.  

🎉Here's the link to the FREE workshop: Thrive Under Pressure🎉

January 21st @ 2 pm (PST). I can't wait to be there with you!

Love,

Dani

 

🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com

✅ Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey."

🙏🏽Need prayer, have questions, or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com  

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