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Hi friend! True transformation in our life can come at a high price, but it's oh so worth it!  Happy Easter! I hope this short episode blesses you.  If you're interested in finding a deep, meaningful community and encountering more peace and breakthrough in your life, I'd love to have you join me for six weeks in the next round of The Feel Better Journey! Jump on the waitlist here:  https://www.da...

Hi friend! We all know how difficult it is to care for ourselves at times. But it's such an important practice. And it's biblical. Yay for awesome biblical mandates! I share a quick story and some encouragement today that I found in an old card.  I hope this short episode blesses you. Here's a link to the book I mentioned A New Kind Of Normal by Carol Kent So much love, Dani   Want to hang out wee...

Hi friends! In today's episode, I talk about learning to "self-regulate" and learning to care for ourselves even when life hits us hard or our emotions seem to control us.  You're not alone if you are a sensitive person! Join the club! ;) I'm learning to find the gift of my emotions and how to care for myself even when they seem overwhelming.  The book I mentioned today: A New Kind Of Normal by Ca...

Hi friends!  Do you struggle with 'limiting beliefs' or a harsh narrative in your head? Haha, I know, I know, who doesn't? But for soooo long in my life, I believed and took to heart every little and big thing I thought. And frankly, my inner critic was so fierce and hurtful towards me that I'd like to call her a bad word, but I won't. For the last several years, I've been working on having a bett...

Hi friends!  I hope this short episode blesses you. No matter where you find yourself today and what parts of life are wearing you down—hang in there; you are not alone! Also, interested in jumping into the next round of The Feel Better Journey?! Are you longing to feel better and have a deeper grip on God's grace? Or do you need to make peace with yourself but don't know how?  If you're harder on...

Hi friends!  Do you ever struggle with intrusive thoughts? In today's episode, I share three easy steps that can help ease the load. It's not a magic button, but it really can help.  Remember, you are not alone!  Also, if this Podcast has been a blessing or helped you—Would you mind taking 2 minutes to leave a written review for the show? My amazing Podcast coach says that helps us so much with th...

Hi friends!  I just gave a quick update on the podcast and life in today's episode!  I'm so grateful for this community.🤗 I hope these episodes encourage you and bring some light into any darkness you may be wrestling through, and the Lord knows we all have our struggles.  We honestly can't fight our 'demons' alone, and I hope this podcast empowers and encourages you on your journey.  I mentioned...

Hi friends!  Enjoy this short encouraging episode from one of my favorite stories in the Bible from Luke 17. I hope it encourages you!  🎉 Also, last call for The Feel Better Journey program—doors close Wednesday, 2/22 at 10am (EST). I'd love for you to join us!  Sign up here:  https://www.danisumner.com/thefeelbetterjourney Have a great week, and talk soon! Much love, Dani  🎉 Last call for The F...

Welcome back! This is part 2 of a 2-part episode—so if you didn't listen to episode 76 with Therapist Jim Beebe—please pause this episode jump onto episode 76 first, and THEN come back to this one.  "Maybe the shadow of sadness is joy, and the shadow of shame is grace."--Jim Beebe.  Today, Jim dives into concepts like radical acceptance and how to become more grace-based with ourselves. If you are...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello, my friends! Today's episode is ONE of my favorites EVER! It's with Therapist Jim Beebe—and if you've been around the Podcast for a bit, you know Jim is one of our favorite guests and one of my favorite humans on the planet!  Jim has been a therapist for 40 year...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello, my friend!  Have you been affected by toxic beliefs within some Christian circles? I know we all probably have at some point or another. I hope this episode encourages you.  This episode was prompted by a conversation I had with my son Zac. Someone mentioned to...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello, my friend!  If you love honest and real humans, you will love today's episode and be encouraged so much by 2 of our very own! Carol Smithbeck and Kim Luna recently went through my new program, The Feel Better Journey. Today they share their experience, and I lo...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello, my friend!  *On the fence or have more questions about The Feel Better Journey ? Or want to know if it's the right season for you to jump into the program when it launches again at the end of February? Let's connect for a few mins on the phone to chat through i...

☎️ 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! 📆 What's up, my friend?! Hello! Ok, I'm so excited to introduce you all to Dr. Erica Garcia Thomas today! She is truly a miracle—she's been through hell and back and has such a great perspective on life and her process—she's so refreshing. You will love her. AND she's o...

☎️ 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 friend! I share a funny story in today's episode that I hope encourages you! And I share one tip that has enormously helped me over the years: how not to receive harsh words when said to you. I hope it helps you!  Song mentioned: "Damn It Feels Good To Be Me" by An...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello my friend! Holy moly, can a lack of deep relationships burden our hearts and minds, especially when we long for deep friendships.  In today's episode, I talk about the power of and our desire for deep relationships that we all long for. Yet, so many of us strugg...

☎️ 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! 📆 Hello, my friend! Quick encouragement episodes are back, and I hope they encourage you! In today's episode, I share a quick story and walk you through a quick visualization meditation as well. I hope it helps you!  Quotes of the week:  “The meaning of our lives emerge...

☎️ 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! 📆 Happy New Year, friend! I'm praying for you and your 2023. Good things ahead!  I hope today’s episode blesses and encourages you!  Verses mentioned: Ephesians 3:16-21 Song mentioned:  “Keeping Your Head Up” by Birdy. // iTunes // Spotify // YouTube (Fyi, the YouTube l...

☎️ 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 friends!  I'm so grateful that Therapist Ron Huxley is back on the show with us today! If you missed Episode 52 with him, check it out!  Ron’s an amazing human dedicated to helping people—he’s been a Therapist for over 30 years and a follower of Jesus. I am so grat...

☎️ 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 friend, Happy Thanksgiving! I am so THANKFUL to each of YOU!  Today is part 2 of my conversation with Therapist Jim Beebe. He has over 40 years of wisdom and experience working with people and is full of compassion and grace.   We touched on so many subjects. Subje...

☎️ 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 friend, Happy Thanksgiving! I'm thankful for YOU! I want to reach through this episode and hug you!  Therapist Jim Beebe is back today—I'm so grateful for the fantastic insight and wisdom he freely shares with us!  In today's episode, we talk briefly about the lone...

☎️ 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 friend! This episode initially was "3 Tips To Managing Stress Leading Up To The Holidays". However, after meeting with some friends a few days ago and hearing them deal with the 'Holiday funk,' I decided to keep it simple and change it to one tip! It's too importan...

☎️ 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 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, whatev...

☎️ 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 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!  Menti...

☎️ 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 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...