God-Sized Dreams | Mental Health, Mindset, Procrastination, Insecurities, Fear, Purpose

Breaking Free from Shame & Unforgiveness: Part 2 with Michele Vrabel


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Heads up: This episode covers sensitive topics, including sexual abuse, abortion, and forgiveness. Please listen with discretion, especially around children. 

 

In this deeply vulnerable continuation of my conversation with Michele Vrabel, author of Butterfly Stitches, we tackle heavy but necessary topics, including shame, unforgiveness, and the healing power of speaking our struggles out loud. This episode dives into how trauma, shame, and unforgiveness keep us bound—and how God offers freedom when we lean into His grace.

I also share a deeply personal story that I’ve never spoken about publicly and how God has been teaching me to expose the lies of the enemy, face my triggers, and walk in freedom. If you’ve ever felt stuck, burdened by your past, or unworthy of God’s forgiveness, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone.

Heads up: This episode covers sensitive topics, including sexual abuse, abortion, and forgiveness. Please listen with discretion, especially around children or teens.

 

Key Takeaways
  • [00:00] - Welcome & Episode Overview

    Part two of my conversation with Michele Vrabel, diving into shame, trauma, and how forgiveness isn’t a one-time event.

  • [02:00] - Speaking the Unspoken

    How exposing the lies of shame and voicing hidden struggles can break the enemy’s power over us.

  • [12:00] - Shame and Triggers

    Understanding the deeper roots of shame and how God reveals what needs healing in His timing.

  • [19:00] - The Power of Forgiveness

    Michele shares her journey of forgiving her abusers, praying for their redemption, and letting go of bitterness.

  • [27:00] - Unforgiveness as a Trap

    How unforgiveness keeps us stuck and the freedom that comes when we release ourselves and others through grace.

  • [35:00] - Breaking Free to Help Others

    Why doing the work to become free allows God to use us more powerfully to help those around us.

    Call to Action

    This episode is powerful, raw, and not one to keep to yourself. If it resonates with you, share it with a friend who needs encouragement to break free from shame and unforgiveness.

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