Have you ever caught yourself thinking...
Maybe I'm too sensitive.
Maybe I care too much.
Maybe I should just stop trying.
Those conclusions can feel true after disappointment, rejection, or betrayal—but what if pain isn't the most reliable interpreter of who you are?
In this episode, Christian life coach Cortney Loui explores the difference between healthy growth and self-erasure. Through a personal story about her autistic son and a coaching conversation with a client, she invites you to question whether you've been trying to fix something God is actually inviting you to steward.
If you've ever wondered whether your compassion, sensitivity, curiosity, or desire to help is \"too much,\" this conversation will help you slow down, consider the fuller picture, and begin seeing yourself with greater honesty and hope.
In this episode you'll discover:
• Why pain can turn an experience into an accusation about your identity
• The difference between changing who you are and growing in wisdom
• What Romans 12 teaches about accurate, humble self-understanding
• Why God-given gifts often need stewardship—not erasure
Reflection Question
What part of yourself have you been treating like a weakness that God may actually see as a gift?
Ready to explore your own story?
If today's conversation left you wondering, \"What gifts has God placed in me that I've misunderstood because of hurt, fear, or old stories?\" a God-Given Gifts Chat is a beautiful next step.
Together, we'll look for the recurring threads in your life, notice the ways God has uniquely wired you, and discern what He may be inviting you to steward—not shrink.
Learn more about the God-Given Gifts Chat: https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat
Scripture: Romans 12:3–8
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