Dani Sumner | Christian Life Coach, Spiritual Director, Spiritual Transformation Coach

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

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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 heal...

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Dani Sumner | Christian Life Coach, Spiritual Director, Spiritual Transformation Coach

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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160. A Christian's Journey of Faith and Resilience Through The Hardest Days and Biggest Struggles. Inspiration from Guest Deborah Schultz 03.09.2024

Not many of us would choose our struggles or the paths of hardship we have to walk out in this life. So when you meet someone walking through hell, and they say, "I wouldn't trade or give up all I've gained walking this hard road." --I think it's 100% worth listening to what they say! And that's our guest today. My dear friend Deb Schultz is with us, and her journey has been inspiring and challeng...

159. One Of The Real Reasons You're Feeling Distant From God--Bridging the Gap: Reconnecting with God Despite Past Hurts 18.08.2024

159. One Of The Real Reasons You're Feeling Distant From God--Bridging the Gap: Reconnecting with God Despite Past Hurts One of the Real Reasons You're Feeling Distant from God—Bridging the Gap: Reconnecting with God Despite Past Hurts Feeling distant from God? You're not alone, friend. In this episode, we explore how our earthly relationships, especially with our parents, can impact our connectio...

158. Turning Grief into Purpose: The Heart Behind the non-profit 17 Strong with Guest Holly Teixeira 16.08.2024

*To learn more about 17 Strong or get involved in this amazing ministry please visit: https://www.17strong.org/ Episode 158. Turning Grief into Purpose: The Heart Behind the non-profit 17 Strong with Guest Holly Teixeira Hi friends! I'm so excited to share today's episode with you for many reasons.  First and foremost, I know deep in my bones that hearing someone's story and how they've gotten thr...

157. Finding Relief and Inner Peace: A Christian's helpful guide and tool to Inside-Out Living (Inspired by Psalm 16) 11.08.2024

Episode 157: Finding Relief and Inner Peace - Your Christian Guide to Inside-Out Living--when external situations, circumstances, and people are taking your peace away. Hey there, beautiful souls!  Let's get real for a second – are you feeling like life's got you in a chokehold sometimes? Maybe you're crushing it on the outside, but inside? That's a whole other story. Well, grab a cup of coffee (o...

156. The Language & Journey of Grace. Walking with a Limp: Beyond Condemnation & Unlearning Judgment. A Conversation on Compassion, Healing, and Faith 31.07.2024

Hey friend! This episode is a deep dive into the messy, beautiful reality of our faith journey. I struggled for sooo long with judgment and condemnation. It's sometimes easier to live there, rather than to embrace Grace... such a paradox I know! Today, we have Jim Beebe with us--he's a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 40 years of ministry wisdom. We're talking about how to embrace...

155. Adjusting When Parts of Life Feel Unmanageable & Navigating The Frustrating Situations We Don't Control: A Christian Perspective on Life's Challenges: Learning To Surrender 28.07.2024

Ever feel like some part of your life's spinning out of control? You're not alone! In this episode, we dive into those frustrating moments when our best efforts just aren't cutting it. Using a hilarious (and slightly embarrassing) story about my dog Coco, who has taught me so much about surrender and life through my dog training struggles--we explore how to find some peace when life gets messy. To...

154. Anxiety, Worry, Grace, and Jesus: Rewriting Our Inner Dialogue. Using Scripture To Help Us, Not Shame Us. 2 Corinthians 10:5 24.07.2024

Ever struggle with obsessive worry or anxiety and feel bad about it?! I hope this perspective helps. Much love, Dani 🌟To learn more about Dani & to join the newsletter list->  www.danisumner.com ✅ 🎉 Learn more about Dani's Coaching program-- "The Feel Better Journey."  🙏🏽Interested in one-on-one coaching or to get in touch? Contact Us At—> hello@danisumner.com    🤳🏼 ALSO, let's co...

153. Who's in your boat? Lessons from the River 20.07.2024

Life can often feel like a wild river, full of unexpected twists and turns. Last week, we went on a whitewater rafting adventure. I'm not super adventurous anymore, so it was definitely a stretch. I'm more hotelsy, than outdoorsy. And I willingly signed up for this! But I learned so much! The first thing I learned was-- I will neverrrrr do level 4 rapids again! Seriously, it was a one-and-done exp...

152. The Serenity Prayer: Struggle with surrender? Christian recovery techniques and this simple prayer can help. One day at a time. 04.07.2024

If you memorize one prayer all year, let it be this one! This simple yet profound prayer has saved me from myself and my struggles more than I can count. I hope this short episode blesses you! You are not alone, and I'm cheering for you. The Serenity Prayer: "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change,  The courage to change the things I can,  And the wisdom to know the differ...

151. Unlocking Relationship Healing: Healing from the Inside Out 26.06.2024

Today, we're diving deep into something that's been heavy on my heart—those complicated, often painful relationships in our lives. You know, the ones I'm talking about—the ones that ache deep within you and keep you up at night. Our nearest and dearest struggles either with our spouses, children, parents, siblings, churches or even colleagues- can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, and desperate...

150. Wired To Be Sought After: The Primal Dance of Human Existence 21.06.2024

Hi friend! I'm sharing a short story, verse, quote, and song in today's short episode. I hope it blesses you! Remember, no matter how lonely you feel, you're not alone.  Quote: "We are all born into this world looking for someone looking for us." --Psychiatrist Curt Thompson, read that again. 👆🏽 Song: I am not alone by Kari Job iTunes //  YouTube  // Spotify Verse: Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convi...

149. The Truth About Happiness: It Comes with a Side of Sadness 17.06.2024

Hey friends, Get ready to dive into the messy, beautiful reality of being human with Therapist Jim Beebe. Jim's such a gift to our community!  We're talking about the loneliness and incompleteness so many of us feel, and guess what? It's not just you, and it doesn't mean you're failing at life or doing anything wrong! I know in some Christian circles, feeling sad or anxious can make you feel like...

148. If You're Going Through Hell, Keep Going 12.06.2024

Hi friend! Life is full of ups and downs. And I'm feeling all the feelings and emotions that come along with the rollercoaster. :)  In today's episode, I'm sharing a bit of what I've been wrestling through lately and some encouragement--if you're wrestling through a part of your life or this season of life--I hope you're encouraged! References: Quote- "If you're going through hell, keep going."-Wi...

147. This, too, shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone, but it will pass! Finding Faith in Hard Seasons. 05.06.2024

In today's episode, I share a personal struggle we're going through that's teaching me a ton about life. In this short encouragement episode, I also share a quote, a verse, and a song.  I hope it encourages you! Quote: "Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be, since you cannot make yourself as you wish to be."-- Thomas a Kempis Song: Shine Your Way iTunes // YouTube // Spot...

146. Two Tools To Heal Your Self-image- Build Confidence, Recognize And Embrace Your Unique Strengths And Qualities, And Learn The Art Of Receiving Compliments 02.06.2024

“Our greatest strengths can also be our deepest vulnerabilities.”-Dani In today’s episode, I’m sharing two tools to help build self-confidence.  One of the tools I share about is a practical exercise that you can incorporate into your daily routine. By practicing this tool, you will boost your self-confidence and gain valuable insights about yourself. It feels awkward at first, but it's so worth t...

145. How To Heal Regret and Shame Through Radical Acceptance. Conquering Comparison And Navigating Judgment to Rewrite Your Life Story Through Redemption & Building Resiliency w/ Counselor Jim Beebe. 30.05.2024

Are you struggling with regret, shame, or feeling like you've missed out on the life you were supposed to have? Well then, you're in for a treat today!  My counselor, Jim Beebe, is with us, AND holy moly, do we dive deep today! Jim's amazing, and you're going to love him.  We're diving deep into the human experience of the "shoulda, coulda, woulda," and Jim offers profound insights on finding heal...

144. Healing our self-image and accepting Jesus' love for us can help us get through life's challenges with grace and faith. Quick encouragement. 26.05.2024

Hi friend, I'm reminded how much the harm the hard things we've walked through in this life affect us. They leave their mark on us at times, so to speak... So, if you're walking "through it," I'm sorry for the pain... but keep walking... you will get through this. You've survived all of your worst days so far. ;) Glad you're here, and I hope today's episode encourages you. If you need prayer, emai...

143. Feeling Stressed Or Emotional? You're Not Alone – The Fruit of the Spirit is Here to Bless, Not Shame You 22.05.2024

Hey friend! Okay, let's get real for a second. Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of stress management and how to give shame the boot when we're struggling. Because let's face it, we're all beautifully complex humans, and guess what? That's exactly how God designed us! Now, I know there's this pesky little misconception that tends to float around in Christian circles (and trust me, I've fal...

142. Navigating Emotional Healing: A Journey Through Grace, Self- Acceptance, and Personal Growth —A Peak Inside The Feel Better Journey 19.05.2024

Hi friend! Here's a sneak peek inside my coaching program,  The Feel Better Journey.  This short episode covers a few subjects, and I hope it encourages you! Also, if you have little ones, please put them on your headset. My language is a little 'colorful' in a few spots.  Also, in case no one has mentioned it lately, while you still have breath in your lungs, God's not done with you! I'm so grate...

141. Life Is ‘Brutiful’: Embracing The Mess, Navigating The Ups & Downs Of Life And How To Feel Better & Find Your Purpose 15.05.2024

Hey, my friend! Let's get real for a minute. Life is hard. It's messy, it's complicated, and sometimes it feels like we're drowning in a sea of grief, shame, and anxiety. But here's the thing: life is also beautiful. It's a crazy, wonderful, "brutiful" journey—as I once heard it said, and we're all in this together. I know what it's like to feel like you're not enough, to carry the weight of your...

140. Do You Ever Feel Like You Don't Belong? Or Is Your Childhood Stuff Still Affecting You? "From Struggles to Strength"- Teri Shares Her Path to More Freedom, Faith & Healing From Past Hurts 12.05.2024

🎉 You're invited to sign up for  The Feel Better Journey  now. Remember to use code "EARLYBIRD24" for all the bonuses! 🎉 Bonuses: The first ten people who sign up will get $100 off, and the first five will ALSO get a free 30-minute one-on-one coaching call with me! ($100 value) Use code EARLYBIRD24 for the bonuses!  Here's the link. Hey there, brave souls! I'm so excited to share Teri from our c...

139. Embracing Grace- Navigating Life's Trials With Faith, God's Love, Finding Healthy Friendships and Forgiveness… 1 John 3 02.05.2024

Doors are open to Dani's coaching program, and you're invited to join us in  The Feel Better Journey - 8 weeks to get unstuck from the things holding you back! 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,...

138. Unlocking Inner Strength and Confidence: How to Overcome The Past & Begin Rewriting Your Story & Find Hope / Quote & Quick Encouragement 10.04.2024

Doors are open to Dani's coaching program, and you're invited to join us in  The Feel Better Journey - 8 weeks to get unstuck from the things holding you back! 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! Today's a short episod...

137. Does Praying Make Your Anxiety Worse At Times? 3 Tips & Prayers 04.04.2024

Doors are open to Dani's coaching program, and you're invited to join us in  The Feel Better Journey - 8 weeks to get unstuck from the things holding you back! 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!  If you've ever felt m...

136. Loneliness Doesn't Mean Something Is Wrong with You, It Means You're Human: Vulnerability & Grace 29.03.2024

Doors are open to Dani's coaching program, and you're invited to join us in  The Feel Better Journey - 8 weeks to get unstuck from the things holding you back! 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! Want to watch this on YouTube...

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