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    He’s Gay. And a Christian. My interview with Brett Trapp

    June 13, 2017 / 23 Comments
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    Anna Dimmel

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True dat. Listen, I've faced my fair share of fingers pointed at me. It's never fun. But, if there is one thing I've learned, it's that those who invest their energy into accusing others, are usually the ones filled with the most shame. . . Shame keepers tend to be shame dumpers. It's the only way they know how to function. When their shame gets too heavy to carry, they find an unknowing person to unload the weight on. After all, if they can cover you with shame, maybe it will take away the heaviness of their own? . . I've watched this more times than I can count. Projection is a real thing - and for the one dumped on, it can feel confusing and overwhelming. You often walk away feeling like you just took a beating from a baseball bat. . . Consider this old southern proverb a gift. A gentle reminder that if someone seems preoccupied with accusing, they are most likely FILLED WITH ALL THE DOINGS. So, take it for what it is. Brush it off, and let it go. Don't allow yourself to be someone else's trashcan of shame. . . Those who don't carry shame, are able to walk with confidence and lightness. They don't seem preoccupied with accusing others, because they don't need to. Their life is full of peace and contentment within themselves, so they have no need for a scapegoat. . . If you find yourself an unsuspecting scape goat, just know that you don't have to take on that role. You are free to walk away, draw boundaries and move on.✌ . . #podcasts #blogger #writer #spiritualjourney #spirituality #youareenough #authentic #lovewell #loveyourself #misfitsunite #girlmom #lovewell #loveyourself #divinelove #survivor #abusesurvivor #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #evenstill #werise #progressivechristianity #relationshipgoals #faithjourney #lgbtsupporter #lgbtchristian #allarewelcome #dailyinspiration #lovewins #deepthought #deepquotes Pain is often feared because of it's supposed discomfort and exposure. But, what I'm finding about pain, is that when we take a posture of curiosity rather than fear, something amazing happens. . . I believe everything in life has the ability to teach us- this could not be more true of our pain. When we exchange our fears for curiosity, we find that pain often holds the key to where our confusion lies. Where the obstacles are. Where the blocks are between you and your next right thing. . . So, instead of cramming the pain into a forgotten crevice of your mind, how about dusting it off and offering it a seat? Ask it why are you hurting? Where did you come from? What are you holding me back from? . . The answers are just that - THE ANSWERS. When we see the truth behind our pain, we sit with it differently. We sit like a student learning from the master. Because, Pain often tells the story. It connects the dots and unravels the mystery. . . My friends, don't fear your pain. Look at it as a long lost friend, who is ready to offer some darn good advice. 🙏 . . . . #podcasts #blogger #faithjourney #spiritualjourney #spirituality #progressivechristianity #bestillandknow #bebravebeyou #allarewelcome #dailyinspiration #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #evenstill #bebrave #faithquotes #deepthought #deepquotes #writer #pain Fall. A reminder of the promise that seasons change. That things that were once thriving and full of warmth can change, dry up and grow cold. . . Seeing these changes in nature is expected, embraced and celebrated. But seeing these changes in our lives, relationships, jobs and personal situations can trigger feelings of anxiety, fear and a desire to resist the change. . . But, nature reminds us that change is inevitable. Change is not only healthy it's needed. When the ground dries up, it is preparing us for the new season that lies ahead. . . These changes are good. And when we are brave - really brave - we open our hands and allow the leaves to fall. Instead of holding onto dead things, we release and let them go. We welcome the changing winds and embrace cold. We trust the wind to carry us to where we are meant to land, take root and go under ground. We embrace the dark, cold solitude because we know that this is what sprouts new life. 🌳 . . #podcasts #blogger #writer #spiritualjourney #spirituality #youareenough #authentic #lovewell #loveyourself #misfitsunite #girlmom #lovewell #loveyourself #divinelove #survivor #abusesurvivor #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #progressivechristianity #embracechange #bebravebeyou Can I get an amen? 🙌 I could've benefited from getting this memo a long time ago. Maybe I would've left unhealthy relationships sooner, given myself permission to walk away from unfulfilling jobs and patterns I believed I was "supposed" to be in (and therefore needed to be happy about 😑) Maybe I would've reached farther into honesty, dug deeper into asking questions and accepted invitations calling me away from the pack. . . Maybe. . . Or maybe I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be, learning what I need to learn now. Maybe I wasn't ready then. Maybe it just wasn't time. Maybe my roots were still burrowing, still growing in the dark. . . There is a perfect timing for everything. And whatever lessons you are learning now are showing up at exactly the right time. In the words of Jesus, "the kingdom of heaven is at hand...." The moments we are supposed to embrace and engage in are happening here and now. Be still. Accept what is. Be present in the now. ✨ . . Image credit @elephantjournal . . #podcasts #blogger #faithjourney #spiritualjourney #spirituality #progressivechristianity #bestillandknow #bebravebeyou #allarewelcome #dailyinspiration #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #writer *What podcasting and writing actually look like* I used to believe the goals and dreams I had for myself needed to look a certain way to be valid. . . Like, if I was going to have a family it had to look a certain way (insert everyone else's Christmas card). If I was a writer, it needed to sound a certain way (insert all of the other writers I follow). If I was going to pastor, it needed to be inside a church. If I was going to podcast, I needed certain guests and subjects to be legit. . . Well, it turns out, none of the above are true. My family is completely the opposite of what I envisioned and it's the healthiest it's ever been. After years of struggling as a writer, I finally let go of what I thought it was supposed to be and embraced a voice that was just my own. And in the last few years, Spirit opened my eyes to pastoring the way I actually preferred. One that is so tender, real and needed. And in podcasting, I have learned that some of the best content happens like this - me in my pjs talking about real life struggles and editing with a little one snuggled next to me. . . You see, life rarely is enjoyed when we are modeling our path after someone else's. Life opens up when we do. Doors we didn't know we needed to walk through invite us into a world we didn't know we wanted - and soon we realize it's everything we were looking for. . . My life is nothing like I thought it was "supposed" to be - and yet, I've never been happier. More fulfilled. And full of purpose. Whatever dreams you are chasing, allow yourself permission to set down the picture of what you thought they needed to be. Open your hands and allow the Divine to place inside what is PERFECT for YOU. . . Hugs. Anna . . . . #podcasts #blogger #writer #spiritualjourney #spirituality #youareenough #authentic #lovewell #loveyourself #misfitsunite #girlmom #lovewell #loveyourself #divinelove #survivor #abusesurvivor #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #evenstill #werise #progressivechristianity #bebravebeyou #bebrave #bravingthewilderness #lgbtsupporter #lgbtchristian #allarewelcome #dailyinspiration Me? Jealous?? Nooooooooo. Listen, every single person deals with jealousy - but, it's one of those hush-hush topics that no one likes to talk about or admit to. Whether it's jealousy over someone's relationship, career, good opportunity, house or lot in life, these thoughts are soooo common. In this episode, I unravel the familiar patterns of jealousy and expose how it's merely just an obstacle in the way of finding your true path. Sharing from my own journey, I offer tips on how to change your inner dialogue and accept the beautiful journey that is only YOURS. Podcast link in bio 👆 . . #podcasts #blogger #writer #spiritualjourney #spirituality #youareenough #authentic #lovewell #loveyourself #misfitsunite #girlmom #lovewell #loveyourself #divinelove #survivor #abusesurvivor #lovewins #beyou #risestrong #evenstill #werise #progressivechristianity #relationshipgoals #faithjourney #lgbtsupporter #lgbtchristian #allarewelcome

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