64. The Lies We Call Strength: Unlearning Self-Reliance and Embracing Dependence on God

You’ve been called strong.
You’ve held it together, pushed through, and shown up for everyone else…
But deep down, you're exhausted—and maybe even a little angry.

In this episode, we confront the lies we've been taught about strength—especially as Christian women and men—and uncover the truth: that real strength isn’t about self-reliance, but Spirit-dependence. Danielle shares what strength looks like in godly women and godly men, how our children are silently shaped by our emotional habits, and why surrender is the most powerful thing we can model as parents.

Whether you’re a mom who over-functions or a dad who shuts down, this episode is your invitation to breathe, lay it down, and walk in the kind of strength that actually heals generations.

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