Episode 226: Slaying the Giant of Rejection: Breaking Free from the Spirit That Keeps You Stuck

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If you’ve ever felt overlooked, unwanted, or like no matter what you do it’s never enough… I want you to know you’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m getting real about one of the biggest giants I’ve had to face in my own life — the spirit of rejection.

For years, I thought rejection was something that happened to me. But what God showed me is that rejection becomes destructive the moment I begin to agree with it internally. The moment I make it part of my identity. That’s when it starts shaping my relationships, my communication, my confidence, and even my calling.

Today, I’m breaking down how rejection sneaks into our lives, how it partners with shame, guilt, and fear, and what we can do to finally dismantle its hold — so we can step fully into the authority, identity, and freedom God already gave us.

If you are tired of shrinking, hiding, people-pleasing, or sabotaging what God is trying to build through you… this conversation is going to speak directly to your heart.

This Episode Is for You If:

• You often feel like you’re on the outside looking in, even around people who love you
• You shut down emotionally or withdraw when conflict arises
• You keep repeating patterns of hurt, abandonment, or people-pleasing
• You’ve been carrying wounds from childhood, betrayal, or past relationships
• You’re afraid of being misunderstood, rejected, or unseen
• You’re ready to stop letting old programming dictate how you show up today

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Rejection Isn’t an Event — It’s an Agreement I Make.

I realized rejection takes root when I start agreeing with the lie that I’m not wanted or not enough. That internal agreement is what shapes my reactions and relationships — not the external event.

2. Rejection Distorts How I See Myself and Others.

When I’m in a rejection mindset, I interpret neutral situations as proof that people don’t care. I take things personally, project fears onto others, and start operating from insecurity instead of identity.

3. Shame, Guilt, and Fear Often Follow Rejection.

I noticed rejection rarely stands alone. Shame tells me something is wrong with me. Guilt tells me I’m disappointing others. Fear tells me I’ll be abandoned again. Together, they keep me in survival mode.

4. The Battle Isn’t with People — It’s with Programming.

Most of the reactions I have are old scripts from childhood, past relationships, trauma, or generational patterns. When I recognize it’s programming, I stop making everything personal and start reclaiming my authority.

5. I Already Have the Power to Break Rejection’s Hold.

God already gave me power, love, and a sound mind. I don’t need to pray for worthiness — I need to speak and stand in the truth He’s already declared over me. My voice and my choices rewrite the narrative.

NOTABLE QUOTES

“Rejection wasn’t something happening to me — it was something I agreed with internally. And the moment I broke that agreement, everything started to change.”

“I don’t fight people. I fight programming. Once I understood that, so much of the pain in my relationships began to heal.”

“When I fear rejection, I give people power God never meant for them to have.”

“Awareness is deliverance. I can’t slay a giant I’m unwilling to look at.”

“My identity isn’t shaped by who walks away — it’s shaped by the One who adopted me.”

FEATURED SCRIPTURES

2 Timothy 1:7 – God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind.

Proverbs 29:25 – Fear of people is a trap, but trusting God keeps me safe.

Romans 8:15 – I have received the Spirit of adoption — not fear and rejection.

Ephesians 6:13 – I am equipped to stand my ground in spiritual battles.