The Exhale Podcast

Season 2 Episode 6: A Made Up Mind

Your thoughts and beliefs may be working against your prayers.In this episode, we reflect on the moment in Gospel of Luke where Zechariah is met with answered prayer—yet struggles to believe it when it finally arrives. Faced with a message from Gabriel, his response reveals something many of us wrestle with: the tension between what we’ve asked God for and what we actually believe is possible.Sometimes the barrier isn’t God’s willingness to move… it’s our ability to receive.If you’ve ever struggled to believe in something good—even while asking for it—this conversation will meet you there.

Exhale Podcast Season 2 Episode 5: The Essence of Freedom with Cornelius Lindsey

What might be different if you were truly be free? In this episode, we sit down for a meaningful and inspiring conversation about freedom—unpacking powerful truths from I Don’t Care by Cornelius Lindsey. Together, we explore the courage it takes to release expectations, quiet the noise, and live unburdened. This episode is an invitation to let go, breathe deeper, and step into a version of yourself that is no longer confined by fear or approval. The book is available for purchase on all platforms.

Season 2 Ep 4: Identity and Clarity: What I have learned that's not on the syllabus in Year 2 of my Ph.D Journey.

The syllabus is cool and all but the real learning happens when you lend yourself to the process. Even the worst parts. Year two has been particularly challenging, especially last semester. Take a listen to Episode 4 of the Exhale Podcast as I share how fire really can bring about refinement.

Emotional Attunement

Oftentimes, what we are actually seeking in relationships is emotional attunement. We need to feel seen and safe, and Jesus did too. Come with me on a journey as we process what emotional attunement is and how to effectively make it real in our lives.

The Faith to Feel with Brennan Steele

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.