Existing Loudly: Overcoming Shame, Discouragement & Haters in Your Life

[@katrinanorahnabunjo6988]

I love the nuggets shared from the dilemma. Taking accountability for the actions we make and dealing with the consequences is something that I feel is not mentioned enough. I would like to add though that in the dilemma,she mentioned that Lisa comes from a different economic background and is working to support both her family and her needs. Lisa could be in survival mode herself and simply not have the time too much time for a social life. I think if she wants the friendship to work, she also has to try to better understand Lisa's situation, and adjust her expectations to what is also helpful to Lisa. Maybe a friendship date making meal plans, sharing productivity and budgeting tips etc. This way, she gets to spend time with Lisa and Lisa doesn't feel like this time away from her demanding life is not too well spent. A win-win for everyone.

[@CazCoasts]

I started listening to the two of you around a month ago, and have been sharing your podcast with all my friends and family. I'm going to graduate college in around two weeks and the amount of fear and anxiety I have been feeling from nowhere has been unmatched. I keep reminding myself that God has brought me this far and wouldn't leave me here at the finish line to guess about my future and your words were truly the most insightful thing I needed to hear in this moment. I am capable of graduating, securing a job in my field and moving on with my life and I will continue to strive for my happiness in spite of fear. Thank you so much for this message and I pray so many blessings over you both!

[@tafadzwamakoni6972]

Really found this episode to be so helpful as I am trying to allow myself to exist and be comfortable being imperfect. Loved when you spoke of being careful of the voices you amplify. Indeed, there are voices that hold more value and weight. Being able to discern and take heed of that is everything.

[@deborahbell-theobservantch3759]

Love love this! We have to practise "dethroning our deepest fears". Absolutely; there's no point trying to get rid of the darker aspects of our life experience. They are part of what made us who we are today. However we're not allowing them to take over our being, govern our behaviour...This requires being honest with ourselves and brave enough to put those thoughts in their rightful place. Thank you ladies ❤

[@Cryonic7740]

The dilemma was very interesting, I personally wouldn’t want to be friends again if I were the other friend because the trust is irrevocably broken. Next time she should practice phasing out certain people from best friend level to acquaintance or whatever is in between

[@jenniferavila2703]

I love when Renee was talking about being okay with knowing that I am going to make mistakes. That was a nice reminder, i be forgetting & I love when Courtney talked about giving ourselves the grace we would expect from other people… anyway, heyyy! 🫶🏾

[@graceakinde2481]

Same here

[@sydneymichelle1609]

I’m so excited for Courtney’s series 💓

[@gloriakanani1026]

Take every thought captive and make it subject to the truth (Christ). Get to the point in your life where you challenge your thoughts and start rejecting the seeds that were planted into your life that do not serve you .

[@florenceaina7593]

Sisters this has really touched my heart. Thank you for this!

[@Denise_Cocoa]

I cannot WAIT for Courtney to come back! I miss the videos and travel vlogs!! 💛 love you both!!

[@kayanorudog2638]

I really needed to hear this today sisters. Appreciate you ladies very much

[@repurposewithathenkosi8992]

This was sooooo good. Thank you, sisters ❤ Definitely needed to hear this.

[@b.1211]

I think for once I kind of disagree with the response to the dilemma. I understood it as someone hoping a very close friend would at least check on them when they retreat. It is one thing to be busy but another to not even ask "hey are you okay"? So as much as I agree with the taking accountability on actions taken in difficult times, I also think that the most important words mentioned here are communication and expectations.

[@laisworld8764]

Come to New Yorkkkkkk❤

[@bumblebee2333]

Reneé,you look smashing 😍