This episode is for the woman who looks strong on the outside… but knows there are places inside that still feel unresolved, unspoken, and honestly—untouched. In this conversation, I sit down with Willow Weston to talk about what it really looks like to stop avoiding pain and start inviting God into it. Because the truth is, when we don’t deal with what’s going on beneath the surface, it doesn’t disappear—it comes out sideways. And I’ve lived that. Maybe you have too. We talk about the courage it takes to admit “I’m not okay,” how healing often begins with awareness, and why God doesn’t ask us to show up polished—but present. Even empty. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✨ How to recognize when your pain is actually an invitation from God—not something to ignore ✨ Why unresolved hurt can quietly impact your leadership, relationships, and even your calling ✨ What it looks like to partner with God (and others) in your healing journey ✨ A powerful reframe of strength—where vulnerability becomes the doorway to real healing ✨ How God meets you in your weakness and does His deepest work there If you’ve been holding it together but feeling it underneath… this one will meet you right where you are. Take a moment to listen, reflect, and share this with someone who might need the reminder—you don’t have to carry it alone 🤍 Willow Weston is an author, speaker, podcast host, ministry leader and the Founder and Director of Collide, a nonprofit ministry based in the PNW with a national reach impacting thousands of women. She has been in ministry for 25 years and loves bringing passion, truth, and story into every room she walks into. She authentically shares her story of pain, and the beauty that comes out of it, in a way that inspires and encourages people to bravely invite Jesus into their own brokenness so they can experience hope and healing too. Willow, a mom and wife, is as real as it gets, obsessed with throwing parties, coffee, the beach, sunsets, kid cuddles, and a good, good story. Connect with Willow Willow’s Website: https://www.willowweston.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowanneweston/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willow.weston Follow and Support Collide Collide Ministry Website: https://wecollide.net/ Follow Collide on social: Facebook and Instagram Collide Book wherever books are sold: Collide: Running into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt Take a moment to listen, slow down, and invite God into what you’re feeling. And if this resonated, share it with someone who needs it or leave a review so more women can feel seen and supported 🤍 Grab your tickets here for the Firebrand Story Room happening on May 5th-6th, and don't forget to download your free 3-step Brand Clarity resource to help you get clear on your messaging for 2026! 3 Steps to Brand Clarity: www.melissaleahughes.com/free-guides Website: www.melissaleahughes.com Connect with Melissa: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaleahughes Melissa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaleahughes/ Rise Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risesocialmediaagency/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.harrington.758 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@melissaleahughes
