Ep. 175 | Faith, Burnout, and Surrender: My Hardest Season Yet

Ever felt like your soul was just… tired?

In this episode, I share a season that brought me to my knees—and what God did through it.

What you’ll take away:

• How to navigate emotional and spiritual burnout

• Why resistance keeps you stuck—and surrender sets you free

• The power of being honest about where you really are

• How to walk through darkness without losing faith

• Why your strengths can become weaknesses without balance

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In this deeply personal solo episode of Defenders LIVE, Lora Thorson opens up about a six-month season that tested her emotionally, spiritually, and physically. From the high of competing in The Tactical Games to a period of unexpected darkness and exhaustion, this is a raw conversation about what it looks like to wrestle with faith, identity, and surrender in real time.

Lora shares the turning point—when resistance gave way to honesty, and honesty led to healing. From confronting hidden struggles, to rediscovering purpose, to learning how even our strengths can become weaknesses without balance, this episode is a powerful reminder that growth doesn’t happen in comfort. If you’ve ever felt stuck, tired in your soul, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

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