A HOLY MESS | Nervous System, Somatic, Regret, Exhausted, Burnout, Boundaries, Emotional Healing, Christian Mindset, Recovery

Hi! If you've been feeling that pull toward something more, like maybe God's been whispering about using your story to help others… Oh friend, this one's for you. I'm officially launching something I've been dreaming about for YEARS: a Life Coach Certification and Training Program—and I want to tell you all about it. In today's episode, I'm sharing: Why I'm finally doing this (and how this dream w...

👉 Book a Discovery Call If you’re ready for your next season to be filled with purpose and to help you get your spark for life back, let’s connect. You can schedule a complimentary call with me here. Hi! If you’ve been feeling pulled in a thousand directions, overwhelmed by expectations, or stuck in the old habit of people-pleasing… oh friend, this one’s for you. This week, I had to make a really...

Happy Thanksgiving! Glad you're here, Dani   🌟To learn more about Dani & to join the newsletter list-> https://www.danisumner.com/ 🌟 Follow me on YouTube 🤳🏼 ALSO, let's connect on social media: Facebook, Instagram -> Facebook and Instagram

What if healing isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass… but learning how to find peace while it’s still raining? While driving down the California coast in a torrential downpour, with full sunshine pouring through the windshield, God gave me a powerful epiphany that changed the way I see healing, peace, and inner resilience. For years I believed healing meant fixing circumstances, praying away...

Ever feel like you've tried EVERYTHING—therapy, retreats, prayer meetings, all the books—but you're still struggling? This episode reveals what might be the missing piece: integrating your body into the healing process. 👉If you’re tired of feeling lost, unheard, or disconnected from your purpose, AND you’re feeling a pull toward “something more” but can’t seem to find your way there, let’s talk....

Hey friend! Today we’re talking about growing our relationship with our Creator, AND why the phrase "quiet time" makes me cringe and how I learned to connect with God in ways that actually work for who HE made ME to be. If you've ever felt like you're not doing devotions "right" or that your relationship with God doesn't look like everyone else's, this episode is for YOU.  It's time to let go of t...

  What's up my people! Today marks my 15th sobriety birthday! 🎉 In this episode, I'm getting real about recovery, purpose, and why your hardest moments don't disqualify you from living a life full of joy and meaning. If you're struggling with feeling unworthy or like your past has disqualified you from your future, this one's for you. Key Takeaways ✨ Your darkest hours can become your greatest p...

Are you ready to show up as the best version of yourself? Know you need support getting there? Schedule your complimentary call with Dani here.   Ever notice you show up as different versions of yourself depending on who you’re with or what’s going on? One version feels light and free — the “you” who laughs easily and feels close to God. Another feels heavy, guarded, or disconnected. In this episo...

🐸 THE FROG IN THE KETTLE: Why do high-achieving, empathetic women (and men) wait until their 50s, 60s, or 70s to find their voice? Because they're like the frog in boiling water—so adaptable to suffering, they don't realize they deserve better. This episode explores: The 3 S's of suffering: Service, Silence, Self-Doubt Why you self-sabotage when life finally gets good How to build capacity for jo...

Sick and tired of the past holding you back?--Schedule your free call with Dani here , and talk about your next steps working with her directly.    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 fu...

Why Sensitive People Struggle More (And What Helps) 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 sha...

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 re...

Ready for Your Next Chapter--your very own Third Act? Book a FREE Discovery Call with me! Perfect for anyone ready for "more" but unsure what that means. 🔗 Schedule now   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 shari...

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. Special Announcement: Introducing The...

Ready to go deeper? If this episode resonates with you and you're seeking healing and purpose in your life, Dani would love to connect! Schedule a free call to explore how working together might help you on your journey. [Schedule here - link] 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, a...

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 reall...

Ever walk into a room and instantly feel the weight of someone else's sadness? Me too! Today I’m talking about practical steps to protect your energy and not pick up what others are putting down. 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 Practical Steps for...

What if I told you that feeling incomplete, anxious, or sad isn't a sign you're broken—but a sign you're beautifully, perfectly human? Today we're talking about embracing our triggers as teachers instead of enemies. Therapist Jim Beebe is with us and you're going to LOVE his Grace filled honest approach. Enjoy this conversation and our time with Jim. So grateful you're here. Much love, Dani Ready...

Come to my FREE Workshop Sunday June 29th--"What Affirmations Aren't Working For You, And What To Do About It"-- Sign up here for link . Hi! Are you struggling with that negative voice in your head telling you you're not worthy? In this episode, I'm talking about some practical ways to help you with the negative self-talk that's holding you back. Learn why traditional affirmations often fail, how...

Hello you beautiful soul! If you're feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts, stuck in loops of fear and self-doubt, or just plain exhausted, this episode is for YOU.  We're talking about God's incredible power to transform the wilderness places in our lives into streams of living water. What You'll Discover: ✨ Why you're NOT broken if you struggle with negative thoughts  ✨ How to begin the proc...

In this episode I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Sandra Richter, author of the Deborah Bible study to discuss finding God's grace in our broken stories and answering His call to reclaim kingdom territory. She shares part of her story, and you guys, she’s one of us. She’s amazing and God is doing so much good work through her. I hope hearing her story and her heart and passion for her work inspire...

Ready for clarity on your next steps in life and want to learn more about working with Dani and how she can help you get there? Schedule a complimentary call with her to explore your options.    Hi friend! Today, I'm covering a few things… We're talking about one-day-at-a-time healing, why forgiveness isn't a "pray once and done" situation, and how to feel your feelings without letting resentment...

☎️ Holy Shift! Ready for one?! Book a call with Dani to explore if one-on-one coaching is right for you! Click here to schedule! 📆 Hi! I’ve spoken with a few friends lately who have relapsed with their addiction struggles.  Relapsing can be so difficult and really pile on the shame.  I want you to know—you are not alone, and it’s going to be okay. Please reach out and find a support system to hel...

☎️ Holy Shift! Ready for one?! Book a call with Dani to explore if one-on-one coaching is right for you! Click here to schedule! 📆 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...

☎️ Holy Shift! Ready for one?! Book a call with Dani to explore if one-on-one coaching is right for you! Click here to schedule! 📆 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, a...