When you're emotionally raw, don't crowdsource your worth....

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of anchoring one's identity in God during emotionally raw seasons instead of seeking validation from others.

Emotionally raw seasons can heighten everything—especially the desire to feel seen, known, and secure. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to build a preventative habit of anchoring your identity in God first, rather than turning to others to define your worth in vulnerable moments. Over time, you begin to realize that where you go for reassurance in hard seasons shapes not only your peace, but your relationships. This conversation is about learning to navigate those seasons wit...

People in this episode

Hosts: Aaron Zint, Jenna Zint

Topics covered

• emotional health
• identity
• vulnerability
• relationships
• self-worth

Keywords

• emotional rawness
• identity in God
• validation
• relationships
• self-worth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: God

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