40 Episode - Stop Calling This “Broken”

What if the very thing you’ve been trying to fix about yourself… is actually the evidence that you loved deeply?In this episode, Amanda and Christy unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of personal growth, healing, and relationships.“THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE LOVED THE DEEPEST ARE RARELY THE LEAST BROKEN.”– Amanda SharpFor years, many of us believe the goal is to become “whole” by eliminating pain, wounds, and broken places.But what if that’s not true?What if wholeness isn’t the absence of brokenness… but the courage to live, love, and stay open in spite of it?This conversation dives deep into:• why healing does not mean no more pain• the truth about brokenness and emotional healing• how loving deeply always involves vulnerability and risk• the difference between loving others and abandoning yourself• why strong people are not unbreakable• how pride, ego, and self-protection block real love• how words can slowly destroy relationships over time• why your brokenness may actually be your greatest strengthWe also talk about the reality that:Most relationships are not destroyed in one moment…They are slowly broken by repeated words, reactions, and unhealed wounds.If you’ve ever felt like your past relationships, heartbreak, or emotional pain mean you failed…This episode will challenge that belief.Because the truth might be:You didn’t fail. You showed up and loved.Reflection questions from this episode:WHEN DID MY WORDS HURT INSTEAD OF HELP?HOW HAS BROKENNESS SHAPED MY ABILITY TO LOVE?WHERE AM I LETTING PRIDE BLOCK LOVE?If this conversation speaks to you, we would love to know.Comment and tell us what stood out or where you are in your journey.Also, make sure to follow the podcast and leave a review. It is a free way to support and helps more people find these conversations.Go to our Website for all of our links - www.stillwithpurpose.comJoin our Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/StillWithPurpose/Instagram - www.instagram.com/stillwithpurposepodcastEmail us at: [email protected]’s Book - amandasmentoring.comPhotos used in quotes - https://sharpdesignsllc.pixieset.com/sharpdesignsartportfolio/Sign up for our Emails that will encourage you to keep growing. www.stillwithpurpose.comFollow AND share with a friend!Intro and exit music "Indecision" by Dyalla, used with artist permission, https://www.youtube.com/Dyalla @StillWithPurpose  Still With Purpose Podcast#emotionalhealing#personaldevelopment#relationshipgrowth#healingjourney#selfworth