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Where I Learned to Shrink

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Episode 2: Where I Learned to Shrink is a gentle deep dive into the origin of people-pleasing, self-silencing, and shrinking to be loved. In this premium journaling episode, we invite God into the roots—because shrinking usually didn’t start as “who you are,” it started as what felt smart and safe.

Using Psalm 139:23–24 (KJV) (“Search me, O God… and lead me…”), I guide you through reflective journaling prompts to uncover when you first learned to make yourself smaller, what shrinking protected you from, and what you may have learned love requires.” You’ll also get a simple action step to practice compassion and replace lies with truth—so you can stop blaming yourself and start healing with clarity.

If you’ve been struggling with self-worth, fear of rejection, emotional safety, or feeling like you have to be “easy” to keep a connection, this episode will help you identify the root and begin building a healthier way forward with God.

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