In this powerful solo episode, Rachel Brooks shares her deeply personal journey of surrender and what it truly means to let go. If you've ever felt the weight of control, perfectionism, or pressure to hold it all together, this message is for you. Rachel unpacks how letting go isn’t about giving up—it’s about opening up space for God to move and freedom to unfold.
Let this episode be your invitation to loosen the grip, breathe deeper, and step boldly into the life God is calling you to live.
Timestamps:
• [00:00] Introduction: What letting go really looks like
• [00:01] Why control is a false sense of security
• [00:02] The brain’s protective response to fear + uncertainty
• [00:03] What surrender really means (and what it doesn’t)
• [00:04] How to notice where you’re gripping too tightly
• [00:05] What control is costing you: peace, joy, presence
• [00:06] Final reflection + invitation to step into your God-given mission
Key Themes & Takeaways:
• Control is an illusion that often masks fear and mistrust
• Surrender is not passive—it’s one of the boldest acts of trust
• When you release what’s not for you, you create space for what is
• Healing and wholeness require space to breathe
• You don’t have to carry it all alone—God’s got you
Quotes to Save + Share:
“You can’t control your way into freedom.”
“What’s meant for you won’t miss you—let go of what no longer serves you.”
“Surrender isn’t weakness—it’s the doorway to strength.”
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Connect with Rachel:
Website: iamrachelbrooks.com
Instagram: @iamrachelbrooks
Podcast IG: @theconfidentwoman.co
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