The Redeemed Perfectionist | Discovering God’s Grace + Overcoming Perfectionism

Lenee' M. Pezzano | Recovered Perfectionist
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I help Christian women break up with perfectionism and discover the life-changing power of God’s grace. Let’s face it:  You’ve tried to meet every expectation 😞 — yours, others', even God's.  But you're exhausted, overthinking everything, and wondering if you’ll ever be “enough." 😩 Every perfectionist knows the weight of these struggles. But what if God’s heart for you is different than you think? 🥰  Welcome to The Redeemed Perfectionist—the podcast that helps you: 🦋 Stop striving and start living in joy!🤗 Live as a daughter who is fully accepted  in your perfectly imperfect condition. 😵‍💫 Experience God's love like never before. Whether you’ve been a Christian for years or are just beginning your faith journey, this podcast offers practical insights and wisdom to help you break free from the prison of perfectionism.In each episode, I’ll help you:✨Let go of the pressure to be perfect.✨Draw near to God and learn to trust His love for you.✨End the exhaustion of striving for God’s acceptance.Hi, I’m Lenee’—a mentor, author, and fellow perfectionist redeemed by grace. I am passionate about helping you on your journey toward mental, emotional, and spiritual freedom.Let me let you in on a little secret about YOU!  Did you know that there are likely quadrillions or more unique potential combinations of genetic material that could have resulted in someone other than you?!  You are fearfully and wonderfully made—a one-of-a-kind creation.  God chose YOU for a unique purpose that only you can fulfill.  It’s time to let go of the pressure to be perfect and embrace the joy of being loved by a perfect God as you step into His plans for you.Join me on this journey to becoming a Redeemed Perfectionist.🌟The world needs you, just as you are!﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌⬇️VALUABLE RESOURCES + SUPPORT⬇️ ✝️Looking for a community of women who can get in the trenches with you and encourage you along the way?  Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook community and get connected!  📗Grab my book:  You Will Make Mistakes: Discovering God's Grace in the Midst of Perfectionism.  *Fun fact:  you can grab a COMPLIMENTARY  PDF copy when you visit my website!🌐 Explore a treasure trove of resources to help you break up with perfectionism at my website: www.leneepezzano.com. 📞Have a specific question in general or about an episode? Click Ask Lenee' Anything and let's chat! Feel called to financially support podcasts such as The Redeemed Perfectionist?  Click 👉 patreon.com/TheRedeemedPerfectionist

  1. Abundant Life Without Hustle: Breaking Free from Performance-Based Christianity | 023

    4D AGO

    Abundant Life Without Hustle: Breaking Free from Performance-Based Christianity | 023

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Stepping into Abundance Webinar here. Run Down to Renewed Website From Run Down to Renewed Podcast John 10:10 (KJV):  The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. Jesus promised “life…more abundantly” (John 10:10)—so why are so many believers exhausted? In this bonus episode, we confront the hidden pressure many Christian women carry: turning abundance into a spiritual scoreboard, defining “blessing” by output, and mistaking hustle for holiness. You’ll hear a powerful conversation with Denise Stiffler and Mackenzi Blasko, hosts of From Rundown to Renewed, as we unpack how perfectionism, fear, false humility, and performance-based Christianity distort God’s heart. We talk about learning to recognize God’s voice, breaking agreement with lies rooted in shame, and why obedience flows best from relationship—not fear of punishment. You’ll also learn practical ways to shift from white-knuckling your faith to abiding, resting, and trusting God with the timeline. If you’ve ever achieved what you prayed for and still felt empty…if you’ve wondered whether abundant living is for “other people”…or if you’re tired of trying to prove yourself to God—this episode is your invitation back to presence. Denise and Mackenzie are also hosting a webinar this week called Stepping into Abundant Living. Grab the link in the show notes and join us as you move from striving to steadiness, from performance to presence, and from hustle to rest. Abundance was never meant to exhaust you. 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    59 min
  2. Punishment or Protection? How Perfectionists Misread God's Delays (Part 2/2) | 022

    FEB 17

    Punishment or Protection? How Perfectionists Misread God's Delays (Part 2/2) | 022

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Take the free Grace Scale Quiz to see how much perfectionism might be impacting your life:  leneepezzano.com/grace-scale When nothing seems to be moving, it’s easy for a Christian perfectionist to assume something is wrong. In Part 2 of this series, we explore why slow seasons feel threatening—and how they can actually reveal the fatherly heart of God. Through two simple parables—“it’s like paste” and “let me carry the groceries”—this episode reframes God’s delays as protection, not punishment. You’ll discover why waiting is not failure, why delay is not disqualification, and how God leads the weary with safety before pressure. If you’ve been questioning whether you’re behind or disappointing God, this episode offers a grace-filled reset. ✨ You’re not behind. You’re being held. 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    18 min
  3. Punishment or Protection? How Perfectionists Misread God's Delays (Part 1/2) | 021

    FEB 3

    Punishment or Protection? How Perfectionists Misread God's Delays (Part 1/2) | 021

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Scriptures referenced:   Judges 14:14 - Out of the eater came something to eat, and out of the strong came something sweet.Prodigal Son - Luke 15:11-32Matthew 11:28-30Take the free Grace Scale Quiz to see how much perfectionism might be impacting your life:  leneepezzano.com/grace-scale  Have you ever prayed for clarity—only to hear what feels like a parable? In this episode of The Redeemed Perfectionist, host Leneé Pezzano shares a vulnerable moment when God didn’t answer her anxiety with instructions, timelines, or correction—but with reassurance. For Christian perfectionists, seasons of waiting and silence rarely feel neutral. They feel threatening. They trigger comparison, self-doubt, and the fear that we’re “behind” or have somehow missed God. In this episode, Leneé explores the biblical difference between riddles and parables—and why God often speaks in ways that invite relationship rather than performance. She also unpacks how perfectionism partners with pressure, why exhaustion can feel like faithfulness, and how to recognize the difference between the voice of a taskmaster and the voice of a loving Father. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on reframing God’s delays and learning to trust Him without striving. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: The biblical difference between a riddle and a parable—and why it mattersWhy God often reassures before He explainsHow perfectionism mistakes pressure for faithfulnessHow to discern the source of a voice by how it motivatesWhy God’s silence and slowness are not signs of disappointmentWhy delay is not evaluation—and waiting is not disqualification🕊 Key takeaway: God does not withhold blessings to test your worthiness.  He prepares you because He intends to bless you. Sometimes His greatest act of care is staying close—before telling you what’s next. 🔜 Coming next week: In Part 2, Lenee unpacks the two parables God gave her—“paste” and “let me carry the groceries”—and what they reveal about moving forward with God without striving. 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    13 min
  4. Good Church Girl to Prodigal: How Christian Perfectionism Twisted the Gospel (Part 2/2) | 020

    JAN 20

    Good Church Girl to Prodigal: How Christian Perfectionism Twisted the Gospel (Part 2/2) | 020

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Read Amy's full story in her new book, Ring of Fire.  Get your copy here! Learn more about Amy at www.amydial.com.   Part one ended with a gut-punch: Amy—crushed under secret sin, shame, and the religious lie “You’re too far gone”—sat in a car headed to an abortion clinic, convinced God was finished with her. But part two is where everything turns. In this episode of The Redeemed Perfectionist, you’ll hear what happens when the enemy tries to finish the story with fear, condemnation, and even suicide—and what happens when Jesus interrupts with a single sentence that changes everything: “Remember who you are.” Amy shares what it felt like inside that clinic, the dehumanizing pressure, the spiritual warfare she didn’t yet have language for, and the moment God’s presence broke through when she couldn’t even pray. You’ll also hear how the Lord began rebuilding her life—step by step—from religion to relationship, from “worthless” to priceless, and from hiding in shame to living with reverence, identity, and real intimacy with God. If you’ve ever believed: “I should know better by now.”“One more mistake and God will punish me.”“I’ve gone too far.”“I don’t deserve to be here.”…this episode is for you. Take a breath. Unclench your jaw. Don’t run. Redemption isn’t coming someday—it's coming now. Listen in for: grace vs. condemnation, Christian perfectionism, religious fear, shame, abortion pressure, spiritual warfare, suicide lies, identity in Christ, and what it looks like to obey God from love—not fear. Next step: Hit Follow/Subscribe, share this with the woman on your heart, and leave a quick review so more women can find freedom. And if this stirred something deep in you, check the show notes to leave Leneé a message or join the 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    59 min
  5. Good Church Girl to Prodigal: How Christian Perfectionism Twisted the Gospel (Part 1/2) | 019

    JAN 6

    Good Church Girl to Prodigal: How Christian Perfectionism Twisted the Gospel (Part 1/2) | 019

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Read Amy's full story in her new book, Ring of Fire.  Get your copy here! Learn more about Amy at www.amydial.com.   If you’ve ever thought, “I grew up in church—I should know better by now,” or you’ve lived with the quiet fear that one wrong move might get you kicked out of God’s good graces… this episode will meet you right where you are. Welcome to The Redeemed Perfectionist, the podcast for high-achieving Christian women who are exhausted from striving, trapped in perfectionism, and ready to rest in God’s grace. In Part 1 of a 2-part series, host Leneé Pezzano interviews Amy Dial—author of Ring of Fire and a Kingdom identity coach—as she shares a gripping real-life prodigal daughter story. Amy’s childhood was a beautiful picture of a loving, Jesus-centered home. No obvious broken-family narrative. No major trauma story. And yet, perfectionism, legalism, and a religious spirit slowly twisted the gospel into fear, punishment, and performance-based faith. As pressure mounted, Amy began to question God’s goodness, drift from intimacy, and step into choices she never believed she’d make. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why a strong Christian upbringing doesn’t make you “bulletproof” in spiritual warfareHow perfectionism and legalism distort the gospel and fuel fear of punishmentHow shame and identity wounds can pull believers into secrecy and double-livingWhy “white-knuckling” obedience leads to exhaustion, not freedomHow the enemy lays bait for the heart long before the “big” fallThis is a grace-led, truth-telling conversation for anyone who’s battled the pressure to be perfect for God, felt disqualified by failure, or struggled to trust His heart. And it’s only Part 1. Subscribe now so you don’t miss Part 2 in two weeks, where we talk about what happens after the breaking point—how God meets us in the mess, restores identity, and l 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    40 min

  6. 12/23/2025

    From Fear to Perfect Love: My Journey Out of Perfectionism and Into God’s Grace | 018

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook Resources mentioned: Take the Grace Scale Quiz to uncover how perfectionism impacts your life. From Fear to Perfect Love: My Journey Out of Perfectionism and Into God’s Grace | Episode 018 Are you tired of striving, fearing failure, and chasing perfection—only to feel exhausted and empty? In this powerful episode of The Redeemed Perfectionist, host Leneé Pezzano opens her heart and shares her personal journey from fear and perfectionism to experiencing the freedom of God’s perfect love. For the first time on the podcast, Leneé recounts her redemption story—highlighting the moments fear tried to keep her silent, the seasons where religion overshadowed relationship, and the ways Jesus persistently and gently redeemed her heart. Through a Holy Spirit-led conversation with her sister-in-faith, Natalie Lawson, she reveals how God transformed her struggle with perfectionism, fear, shame, and striving into grace, obedience, and authentic intimacy with Him. You’ll hear: How fear and perfectionism tried to define Leneé’s life and faith.The turning point when grace began to replace fear.Lessons from decades-long spiritual growth that transformed her heart.Practical insights for embracing God’s love without striving or self-condemnation.Whether you’re battling perfectionism, struggling to hear God’s voice, or simply seeking freedom in His grace, this episode will inspire and empower you to take the next step in your journey—without fear, guilt, or striving. 🎧 Tune in and discover how perfect love casts out fear, how grace invites transformation, and how God meets you right where you are. 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    45 min
  7. The Perfect Solution to Anorexia and Bulimia: Tiffany's Story | 017

    12/09/2025

    The Perfect Solution to Anorexia and Bulimia: Tiffany's Story | 017

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist In this powerful episode of The Redeemed Perfectionist, host Lenee' Pezzano sits down with Tiffany Hemingway to share an unfiltered, hope-filled story of overcoming childhood trauma, depression, and a years-long battle with bulimia. Tiffany’s journey takes us from the depths of pain and self-destruction to the transformative power of faith, identity, and true healing. Whether you’ve struggled with perfectionism, eating disorders, or simply felt too broken for redemption, Tiffany’s testimony is a reminder that no place is too dark for God’s love to reach. Discover how small steps, honest surrender, and the courage to seek help can lead to lasting freedom. Plus, Lenee' shares a personal reflection from Zion National Park, connecting the relentless reach of God’s grace to every part of our lives. If you or someone you love needs hope, healing, or a reminder that you don’t have to be perfect to be redeemed, this episode is for you. Listen, subscribe, and share to help spread the message of restoration and grace. Join our community on Facebook at “The Redeemed Perfectionist”—there’s a seat at the table for you! 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

    1h 1m

  8. 11/25/2025

    Body Image Issues, Disordered Eating Behaviors and Perfectionism: Robyn Wright’s Story Pt. 2 | 016

    💌 I'd love to hear from you! Got a thought, takeaway, or just want to say hi? Send me a quick note—this space is full of grace. Let’s keep growing together! —Lenee’ , Host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Robyn's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.bricco.7 Robyn's Email:  FaithfullyLivingFit@gmail.com For your free resource, please reach out to Robyn or myself at lenee@leneepezzano.com.  Are you tired of battling body image issues, disordered eating, and the relentless pursuit of perfection? In this powerful episode of The Redeemed Perfectionist, host Leneé Pezzano welcomes back faith-based wellness mentor Robyn Wright to share practical steps for breaking free from body shame, bulimia, and performance-driven living. Discover how to move beyond dieting and self-criticism by addressing the spiritual and emotional roots of your struggles. Robyn and Leneé dive deep into topics like intuitive eating, overcoming perfectionism, renewing your mind with God’s truth, and building a healthy relationship with food and your body. Whether you’re a Christian woman seeking freedom from unhealthy patterns, a mom navigating body changes, or anyone longing for lasting transformation, this episode offers hope, actionable advice, and a supportive community. Learn the “big five” habits for holistic health, how to renounce food rules, and why your worth is found in Christ—not the scale. Join us for honest conversations, faith-filled encouragement, and practical tools to help you embrace grace, restore your identity, and step into true freedom. Subscribe, leave a review, and connect with our community to continue your journey toward healing and wholeness. Keywords: body image, disordered eating, Christian podcast, faith-based wellness, perfectionism, intuitive eating, body positivity, women’s health, spiritual growth, overcoming shame, holistic health, self-worth, freedom in Christ 🌐 Connect with Lenee' Pezzano and The Redeemed Perfectionist 👥 Find Your People -- Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook Community: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Facebook 📖 Embrace Grace: Discover You Will Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/4hKwhpW 🔗 Start Your Journey – Explore Resources & More https://www.leneepezzano.com/ 📱 Let's Connect - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leneepezzano/ 📞Ask Lenee' Anything!: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeneePezzano 💰Show support: The Redeemed Perfectionist | Where Grace Meets Grit: Healing the Perfectionist Heart | Patreon

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I help Christian women break up with perfectionism and discover the life-changing power of God’s grace. Let’s face it:  You’ve tried to meet every expectation 😞 — yours, others', even God's.  But you're exhausted, overthinking everything, and wondering if you’ll ever be “enough." 😩 Every perfectionist knows the weight of these struggles. But what if God’s heart for you is different than you think? 🥰  Welcome to The Redeemed Perfectionist—the podcast that helps you: 🦋 Stop striving and start living in joy!🤗 Live as a daughter who is fully accepted  in your perfectly imperfect condition. 😵‍💫 Experience God's love like never before. Whether you’ve been a Christian for years or are just beginning your faith journey, this podcast offers practical insights and wisdom to help you break free from the prison of perfectionism.In each episode, I’ll help you:✨Let go of the pressure to be perfect.✨Draw near to God and learn to trust His love for you.✨End the exhaustion of striving for God’s acceptance.Hi, I’m Lenee’—a mentor, author, and fellow perfectionist redeemed by grace. I am passionate about helping you on your journey toward mental, emotional, and spiritual freedom.Let me let you in on a little secret about YOU!  Did you know that there are likely quadrillions or more unique potential combinations of genetic material that could have resulted in someone other than you?!  You are fearfully and wonderfully made—a one-of-a-kind creation.  God chose YOU for a unique purpose that only you can fulfill.  It’s time to let go of the pressure to be perfect and embrace the joy of being loved by a perfect God as you step into His plans for you.Join me on this journey to becoming a Redeemed Perfectionist.🌟The world needs you, just as you are!﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌⬇️VALUABLE RESOURCES + SUPPORT⬇️ ✝️Looking for a community of women who can get in the trenches with you and encourage you along the way?  Join The Redeemed Perfectionist Facebook community and get connected!  📗Grab my book:  You Will Make Mistakes: Discovering God's Grace in the Midst of Perfectionism.  *Fun fact:  you can grab a COMPLIMENTARY  PDF copy when you visit my website!🌐 Explore a treasure trove of resources to help you break up with perfectionism at my website: www.leneepezzano.com. 📞Have a specific question in general or about an episode? Click Ask Lenee' Anything and let's chat! Feel called to financially support podcasts such as The Redeemed Perfectionist?  Click 👉 patreon.com/TheRedeemedPerfectionist

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