The Growth Lounge

Letting Go of Guilt – Prioritizing Yourself Without Shame (and WITH God)


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Ever feel guilty for taking time for yourself?

For saying "no"?

For resting?

In this heartfelt episode, we're confronting the guilt that creeps in when we begin to honor our own needs—and replacing it with God's truth. You’ll learn how to let go of people-pleasing, recognize the enemy’s lies, and embrace the peace and rest your Heavenly Father wants for you.


You’re not meant to live burned out. You’re meant to live renewed. And today, we're releasing the guilt and receiving grace.


✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why guilt is often rooted in people-pleasing, fear, or old patterns—not God

  • How the enemy uses guilt to keep you stuck in burnout

  • What Jesus modeled about rest, boundaries, and time with God

  • Why self-care is actually stewardship of your God-given life

  • Scriptures that release you from guilt and invite you into rest

  • A powerful way to pause and pray when guilt creeps in

📖 Scriptures Referenced:
🕊 “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
🕊 “Let your ‘Yes’ be yes, and your ‘No,’ no.” — Matthew 5:37
🕊 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9
🕊 “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10


💛 Your Self-Care Challenge This Week:
When guilt shows up, pause and pray this out loud:
👉 “I’m not doing anything wrong. I’m honoring the body and soul God gave me. I release this guilt and receive Your grace.”

Then ask yourself:
➡️ Is this guilt from God or from fear?
➡️ What truth can I speak over this moment?

Bonus: Journal this prompt during your quiet time:
📝 “God, help me release the guilt of ______ so I can receive Your peace and walk in Your freedom.”

🔗 Resources & Links:
➡️ Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jessicaphillips.plxs
➡️ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__jessica.phillips__/
➡️ Join The Bloom Collective Facebook community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/963327361883809


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The Growth LoungeBy Jessica Phillips