Today, I’m joined once again by my friend Brenda as we continue our conversation about the things that disrupt Shalom in our lives, God's design for wholeness, peace, and flourishing.

This episode tackles an issue that has become an epidemic in our culture: loneliness and the deep longing to belong. Despite being more connected than ever, so many people are carrying feelings of isolation, rejection, and disconnection in their hearts. We explore why loneliness is so pervasive, how it affects our relationships with God and others, and where we can find true belonging.

Whether you're wrestling with loneliness right now or walking alongside someone who is, we pray this conversation encourages you and reminds you that you are seen, known, and deeply loved by God.

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We Discuss:
• Why we can still experience loneliness, even when we're surrounded by people.
• What causes us to keep others at a distance, wanting to be known but not fully seen.
• What Scripture reveals about God's heart for those who feel lonely and isolated.
• Why meaningful connection is one of our deepest human needs.
• How a lack of community and authentic relationships impacts us emotionally and physically.
• The ways past experiences of rejection or loneliness can shape how we interpret the world around us today.
• Practical steps for moving toward connection, healing, and healthy relationships again.

More about Brenda:
Brenda Stewart holds a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counseling in TX and SC.. She is a Certified EMDR therapist, Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC).  She is the founder of Wellspring Therapy Associates, a clinically sound, faith based practice in the Orlando area and BLS Coaching & Consulting. She specializes in working with clients who struggle with trauma, eating disorders, anxiety and chronic illness.

Brenda also provides coaching and consultation to individuals, small groups, and organizations on the prevention and recovery of compassion fatigue and burnout. She is a published author in Career Counseling textbooks, has a second book in process, and has presented at various professional conferences on topics including compassion fatigue, grief, infertility, spirituality in distance supervision, and the impact of childhood sexual abuse on adult relationship patterns. She is passionate about helping others heal and imparts hope to her clients throughout the therapy and coaching process.

Connect with Brenda:
Therapy: Wellspring Therapy Associates
Coaching: Balanced Life Strategies
Instagram: brendastewartcoaching
LinkedIn: BrendaLStewart