In this soul-nourishing compilation episode from our Hero Highlight series, Chandler revisits her most meaningful conversations with Reverend Lizzie McManus-Dail, a priest who has helped many people (including her over 67k TikTok followers) reframe their understanding of faith, community, and healing.
Whether you're rethinking religion, feeling disconnected from your spiritual roots, or simply craving a deeper sense of meaning, Lizzie’s guidance invites you to reimagine your relationship with the divine. Together, Chandler and Lizzie explore the intersection of motherhood, grief, ritual, and embodied faith — with honesty, humor, and deep reverence for mystery.
What You Will Learn
- [00:07:06] How spiritual experiences often feel strange, wild, or chaotic — and why that’s okay.
- [00:08:40] The difference between spirituality and religion, and how they can work together.
- [00:11:50] What ancient prayers can teach us about vulnerability and safety.
- [00:14:27] Why spiritual community is essential, even when it feels uncomfortable.
- [00:16:55] How sacred stories connect us to something greater than ourselves.
- [00:18:19] The harm caused by the belief that “God hates us” — and how to reframe it.
- [00:20:15] Practical advice for exploring or re-entering a spiritual community.
- [00:24:18] How prayer can model accountability and repair in everyday life.
- [00:26:30] A powerful devotion for anyone struggling with forgiveness.
- [00:28:50] What it means to live a “wounded and whole” life.
Want to Hear More from Hero Lizzie? Check Out These Episodes!
- Spirituality, Religion, and the Rhythm of Our Lives
- Finding Spiritual Connection and Healing Through Community
- Spirituality for Emotional Resilience and Cultivating Hope
- Forgiveness is Part of the Healing Journey
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