284 | God's Calling You Higher: Rewire Your Brain & Step Into Your Next Level God Given Identity

284 | God's Calling You Higher: Rewire Your Brain & Step Into Your Next Level God Given Identity

Author: Devoney Kodad, Anxiety Therapist, Self Confidence Coach & Christian Yoga Teacher January 21, 2026 Duration: 17:02

Feeling stuck, small, or like you’ve been playing it safe?

This short, powerful pep talk is an invitation to dream bigger—and to remember that God has more for you than what you’ve been settling for.

In this episode, we talk about why so many women unconsciously shrink their desires, how fear and the nervous system keep dreams “reasonable,” and how faith invites us to expand beyond what feels logical or safe. If you’ve been dimming your vision to stay comfortable, likable, or in control, this is your reminder that the desire for more didn’t come from nowhere—it was placed there by God.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

  • Why dreaming bigger can feel unsafe—and how to bring God into that fear
  • How to stop minimizing your desires and start trusting divine expansion
  • A simple mindset shift to widen your vision without pressure or striving
  • Encouragement to trust that God’s plans for you are bigger, kinder, and more abundant than you can imagine

If you’ve been craving clarity, confidence, and permission to want more, this episode is your reminder: God doesn’t plant small dreams in your heart by accident. You are allowed to want more—and you don’t have to figure it all out alone.



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On this podcast, you'll hear psychology backed mental wellness tools, nervous system regulating practices & faith based tools to support you in becoming your most confident self. My hope is that you walk away from every episode feeling hyped to take that one, next step in becoming your best self.


My name is Devoney. I've served over 5,000 hours as a therapist, I'm a faith based yoga teacher & a dog mom. Growing up, I questioned myself and struggled with anxiety and I'm here to share all the things I've learned so you can step into who God created you to be, unapologetically!


Each episode I'll share nuggets from my 10 +years in the mental health field and my own raw, imperfect & real lessons life as a Believer who experiences anxiety & ADHD and as a recovering people pleaser.




[DISCLAIMER]

Recommendations shared in this episode are based on my own personal opinion. No content provided by Free & Well and/or on this show is a substitute for medical or mental health treatment. It is all purely for educational purposes and is not a replacement for medical, legal, or mental health advice. Please call 911 if you are in an emergency, the Access & Crisis Line if you are in a crisis at 888-724-7240 or contact a licensed mental health provider for mental health support. See full disclaimer here.


Devoney Kodad brings her experience as an anxiety therapist, self-confidence coach, and Christian yoga teacher to every conversation on Free & Well: Overcome Anxiety, Stress & Overwhelm & Grow Your Confidence With Mental Health & Faith Based Practices. This isn't about quick fixes; it's a space where practical psychology meets compassionate faith, offering tangible ways to regulate your nervous system and quiet the noise of self-doubt. You'll find a blend of mental wellness tools backed by therapeutic insight alongside spiritual practices that ground and strengthen. Each episode is designed to meet you where you are, whether you're navigating daily stress, deeper anxiety, or simply seeking a more anchored sense of self-worth. The aim is to leave you with something usable-a perspective shift, a breathing technique, a moment of reflection-that builds your confidence one step at a time. By integrating these approaches, the podcast supports a holistic journey toward feeling more free and capable in your own life. Tune in for honest discussions that honor the complexity of mental health while providing clear, actionable pathways forward, all delivered with Devoney's guiding presence.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Free & Well: Overcome Anxiety, Stress & Overwhelm & Grow Your Confidence With Mental Health & Faith Based Practices
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