The world shouts “do it all yourself,” but God designed us to do life together. In this honest conversation, Hannah and Jess unpack the myth of independence, share the messy + beautiful moments where community held them up, and walk through practical ways to build real friendships, right where you are. Expect Scripture, vulnerability, and gentle reflection breaks you can sit with this week.

In this episode:

• Why “strong + solo” left us exhausted, and what Scripture says instead (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10)

• Proximity + vulnerability: takeaways from Find Your People (Jennie Allen) that actually work

• When community gets messy: boundaries, safe circles, and staying with love (Romans 12:5)

• How small acts (a texted prayer, coffee on a messy table) create big connection (Hebrews 10:24–25; Acts 2:42–47)

Reflection prompts:

• Where are you carrying something alone that God is inviting you to share?

• Who knows the real you, and what’s one next step toward safe vulnerability?

• What’s one brave move toward community this week (invite, text, prayer, yes to help)?

Scripture mentioned: Ecclesiastes 4:9–10; Hebrews 10:24–25; Acts 2:42–47; Romans 12:5

Gentle note: This episode briefly references miscarriage with care and prayer.

Try this this week: Send one prayer voice memo or text a short prayer to a friend. Invite someone over “excuse the mess” and all. Say yes when help is offered.

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