Defying Labels: Michelle’s Story of Faith, Identity & Overcoming

In this inspiring episode of Faith, Purpose & Freedom, Kayla sits down with Michelle Steiner — a writer, speaker, photographer, para‑educator, and living testimony of what God can do when you refuse to let the world define you.Michelle grew up being bullied, underestimated, and labeled because of her learning disability. Teachers, peers, and even professionals told her what she wouldn’t be able to do; that she wouldn’t go to college, wouldn’t earn a degree, wouldn’t have the career she dreamed of. But while the world tried to limit her, God never did.Michelle shares how she chose to believe God’s voice over every doubt spoken over her life. She trusted that He had planted something bigger inside her - a purpose, a plan, and a future that no diagnosis could cancel.Today, Michelle is:A college graduate with her bachelor’s degreeA para‑educator who gets to plant seeds of hope in the next generationA blogger and photographer who uses her gifts to encourage othersA wife with a beautiful marriage and two sweet catsA woman who has overcome every obstacle and defied every limitationHer story is a reminder that:Disabilities do not define destinyGod’s plan is always bigger than people’s opinionsFaith can break every barrierPurpose is not limited by labelsYou are more than what the world seesInside this conversation, Michelle opens up about:Growing up with a disability and facing constant doubtHow God revealed her identity beyond labelsThe power of perseverance, faith, and mindsetWhat it means to walk in purpose despite challengesHow she now encourages others through her writing and photographyIf you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or defined by your struggles, this episode will speak life into you. Michelle’s journey is proof that God qualifies the called, strengthens the willing, and writes stories that no one else can erase.To learn more about Michelle, read her blog and explore her work — a space filled with encouragement, disability awareness, and hope for anyone navigating their own challenges.If this podcast has blessed you and you want to support the mission, you can give at paypal.me/faithfullyblessed87. Your support helps me reach more people and offer free coaching Breakthrough sessions to those who need it most.