98. Quick Encouragement: Dealing w/ Emotions Can Be Such A Challenge, Especially Within Christian Culture. Learning To Process Our Feelings In Helpful Ways Is Key, But So Difficult At Times

Hi friends! This is a short encouraging episode. I hope it brings you some peace, especially if you struggle with feeling all the 'big feelings' at times!--You are not alone!  I'm learning that sometimes my feelings are guides and indicators of what's going on deep inside me. And sometimes, I feel all "the feelings" because maybe I ate something that didn't agree with my body or I didn't get enough sleep. We're complex beings, but we were created this way--so I'm learning to honor even the things that drive me nutty about myself. ;) I hope you are too. :) Here's a poem a friend just shared with me, two verses, and a song that's encouraging me this week. Poem: "The Guest House" by Rumi This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they are a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. The dark thought, the shame, the malice. Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. Be grateful for whatever comes. Because each has been sent as a guide from beyond. Verses: Psalm 139:14 “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.” Song: “Head To The Heart” by United Pursuit: YouTube // Spotify // iTunes 🌟If you love listening to this Podcast, you will LOVE the community we are building in The Feel Better Journey program, and I'd love to have you join our next round! --Be the first to know when doors open and join the waitlist and learn more here— https://www.danisumner.com/thefeelbetterjourney I'm so grateful you are here. If you need prayer or have questions about the program-I'd love to connect; please email me at [email protected]  Love, Dani 🌟To learn more about Dani -> www.danisumner.com 🌟 Dani's Coaching program--"The Feel Better Journey." 🙏🏽Need prayer or want to get in touch? Contact Us At—> [email protected]    🤳🏼To get in touch on Social Media -> Facebook and Instagram 🎉Want to join Dani's email list? https://mailchi.mp/danisumner/email-list