Many of us have been taught that faith means staying strong, pushing through, or keeping difficult emotions at a distance. But what if faith also requires something deeper?

The courage to feel.

In this episode of The Exhale Podcast, Brittney sits down with special guest Brennan Steele for a thoughtful conversation about the relationship between faith, emotional honesty, and the process of healing.

Together they explore how many people learn to suppress or spiritualize their emotions rather than fully experience them. Over time, this disconnection can leave individuals feeling spiritually confused, emotionally overwhelmed, or unsure how faith and feelings are meant to coexist.

This conversation invites listeners to consider a different perspective: that emotional awareness is not a threat to faith, but an important part of spiritual maturity and personal growth.

In this episode, we discuss:
• Why many people struggle to acknowledge their emotions in faith spaces
• The difference between avoiding emotions and learning to process them
• How emotional honesty can deepen both spiritual and relational health
• What it means to develop the faith to feel

If you’ve ever wondered whether your emotions belong in your spiritual life, this episode offers a thoughtful and compassionate invitation to explore that question.

Take a breath, and join the conversation.