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Hi friend,

This may be one of my favorite episodes I’ve ever put out there. If you’re struggling with shame and regret, please put your airpods on and listen to this episode twice. And if you feel the stirring from God and you want to step into your future without the past controlling you, schedule your free call with me and we can see what your next steps are.

May this episode bless you and help you.

Grateful you’re here,

Dani

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Hey beautiful friends! Ever feel like you're supposed to have it all together but you're secretly struggling?

This episode is your permission slip to be human.

Fresh off an incredible trip to Ireland, I'm getting real about hitting a melancholy patch and why that's totally okay and most importantly, how to get through it!

Remember: This too shall pass (it may pass like a kidney stone, but it's gonna pass!)

If you're thinking "Dani, I don't know how to take care of myself," I've got you!

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In just 30 minutes, we'll:

✅ Identify what's draining your energy ✅ Discover what truly fills you up ✅ Create a simple action plan you can start today

Grateful you’re here,

Dani

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Welcome back, friend!

I just returned from an incredible trip to Ireland, and while I was there, I heard a poem I had to share with you. It’s by Emery Hall, and I believe it will bless you as much as it blessed me.

If you’ve been beating yourself up for past mistakes, or wishing you could erase whole seasons of your life, this poem will give you a fresh, freeing perspective. Instead of carrying resentment toward your past self, you’ll begin to see her (or him) with compassion — and find peace for the road ahead.

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Together, we’ll:

• Identify what’s really keeping you stuck
• Create a clear, personalized roadmap for what’s next
• Take your first step toward peace, purpose, and confidence in your future

Don’t wait another day weighed down by regret. Your next chapter is calling — and I’d love to walk with you into it.

Best,

Dani

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Do you have big emotional reactions that don't seem to match the situation?

Feel like you're "too broken" to heal?

Maybe you've been telling yourself you're fundamentally damaged when life gets messy.

In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story about having an intense reaction to my husband's playful tickling—and the powerful revelation it sparked about healing and identity.

I’m hoping this conversation will shift your perspective from feeling "broken" to understanding you're God's masterpiece being restored.

We'll explore the beautiful Japanese art of Kintsugi and how it perfectly illustrates God's healing process in our lives.

You're not broken—you're buried under life's hardships, but your foundation remains strong.

It's time to move from "I'm a problem to solve" to "I'm an experience to live." You are God's masterpiece, created for good works, and your healing journey is part of His beautiful design.

So much love to you,

Dani

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Hey beautiful soul!

Welcome to Episode 197 of A Holy Mess Podcast! 🎉

Quick note: Yes, I mentioned episode 200 in the recording, but some things shifted with our posting schedule—and honestly, what's more fitting for a podcast called "A Holy Mess" than a little mix-up? 😉

I hope today's episode encourages you wherever you find yourself on this journey of life.

I'm officially launching The Third Act—a coaching program to help you step into your future with more confidence and clarity.

It's designed for those ready to release life's conditioning and step into who they were created to be before the world told them who they should be.

This is for those of us who have done a lot of the personal growth work—read the books, done therapy, attended the workshops, etc…—yet still long for the "more" from life.

I genuinely believe YOU and I were created with purpose, and sometimes navigating our next steps can feel overwhelming. That's exactly why I created The Third Act.

If you're ready to stop playing small and stop letting your circumstances control you, let's talk. Schedule a free discovery call and see if The Third Act is right for you.

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With love, Dani 💕

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Does your life ever feel like you're navigating a maze? Then I hope this episode encourages you! I'm just back from a retreat and a white water adventure, and I'm sharing a few insights today. I'm also talking about Exodus 14:14 - "The Lord himself will fight for you; you need only be still." If you're feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about your path forward, I hope this episode blesses you.

A gentle reminder: You don't need to have everything figured out right now. Sometimes we're not meant to have all the answers yet, and that's perfectly okay.

What You'll Discover:

• Why taking breaks is essential for personal growth
• How to navigate life's challenges when feeling stuck
• The practice of active surrender and staying present
• How nature can provide healing and clarity
• Finding your purpose and embracing self-discovery

Remember: Your past doesn't have to define your future, and you're not alone in your struggles.

Grateful,

Dani

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Ever feel the stress in your body? Welcome to the club! ;) A club I’d rather not be in, but I am here, so here we are. ;)

This by no means is an exhaustive list of ways to help, but I thought I would bring this subject around again on the show because so many of us are feeling the stress of life in our bodies. And I don't want to be a ‘victim’ of that stress and have been on a journey to really learn how to care for myself in this. It’s been quite the process, but soo worth it!

I mention "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, a phenomenal book that triggered me the whole way through. But it taught me so much about why my body was feeling it and “keeping score.”

I hope this episode blesses you.

Understanding Body-Stress Connection

• How stress manifests physically in the body
• Personal examples of stress patterns (shoulder tension, hip pain)
• The importance of acknowledging rather than shaming physical stress responses

What Doesn't Work

• Self-shaming and harsh self-talk
• "Suck it up buttercup" mentality
• Ignoring your body's signals

Personal Evolution in Self-Care

• How body needs change over time
• Transitioning from ice baths to heat therapy
• Listening to your body's changing needs
• Honoring hormonal changes with age

1. Your body keeps score - Physical symptoms often reflect emotional and mental stress
2. Permission to prioritize - Self-care isn't selfish; it's necessary
3. Adaptation is normal - What worked before may not work now, and that's okay
4. Gentle approach - Choose loving, nurturing ways to care for your body
5. Individual needs - We're not one-size-fits-all; honor your unique body

Feeling a tug towards finding your purpose and learning to how prioritize yourself without the guilt? It’s probably time to deal with what’s actually holding you back so you can move forward with more joy and harmony in life. We invite you to schedule a complimentary call with Dani to explore if working together is the right fit for you.

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Glad you’re here,

Dani

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Key topics:

• Galatians 6:2 - "Carry one another's burdens"
• The difference between carrying WITH someone vs. carrying FOR someone
• How to steward your sensitivity as a gift, not a burden

1. Recognize - Notice when emotions aren't yours (taking your temperature before/after interactions)
2. Pray for them - Use your sensitivity to pray more specifically for others
3. Release it - Pray for protection and ask God to remove what isn't yours
4. Reset - Take action to recalibrate (walk, water, music, movement)

• Before your next difficult conversation, take note of how you're feeling
• Practice the pray-release-reset method when you absorb others' energy
• Identify relationships that consistently drain you and prepare accordingly
• Set healthy boundaries around news and social media consumption

Also, feeling a tug towards finding your purpose? It’s probably time to deal with what’s actually holding you back so you can move forward with more joy and harmony in life. We invite you to schedule a complimentary call with Dani to explore if working together is the right fit for you.

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Enjoy!

Dani

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