I almost quit.

After a long season of health challenges, burnout, and disillusionment, I came close to walking away from writing, podcasting, and this work altogether. In this episode, I share what brought me to that edge—and what pulled me back.

This episode marks a reset for Unfeigned Christianity as we begin 2026.

We talk about why the church desperately needs to be theologically anchored, why emotional health is essential for discipleship, and how we are often being formed more by media and politics than by the way of Jesus.

This isn’t a polished manifesto.
It’s an honest conversation.

If you’re longing for a faith that is grounded, emotionally healthy, and capable of loving others well—this journey is for you.

*You can read the written version of this episode here.

00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates
01:18 Introducing Zara Aurielle
02:47 Reflecting on the Past Year
04:40 Upcoming Interviews and Themes
09:06 The Importance of Theological Anchoring
17:54 The Need for Emotional Health
27:10 Loving and Discipling Others Well

If you’re tired of shallow faith, reactive Christianity, or pretending everything is fine—this space is for you.

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Grace and peace.

After Rewiring Desire, one question remains: Can I really change—and can I do it alone?
In this episode, Asher shares an important announcement: enrollment is now open for the Live Free Mentorship Community—a 5-month guided journey toward sexual and spiritual wholeness.

This isn’t another accountability group. It’s a safe, grace-filled space to process your story, rewire old patterns, and experience the connection your heart was made for.

You’ll learn:

• Why isolation keeps you stuck

• What makes Live Free different

• What’s included inside the mentorship

• A special Black Friday offer for early members

You don’t need to be perfect to begin—just willing.
Join the community: https://www.asherwitmer.com/the-live-free-mentorship-community/

Freedom isn’t about a flawless record. It’s about connection in the moment of pain. In Part 3, we get practical: unblending from Exile/Manager/Firefighter, using simple daily practices to calm your nervous system, and building secure attachment with God and safe people. Learn why willpower fails, how neuroplasticity helps, and how to turn relapse into relationship—so your automatic response becomes “I’m hurting → I connect.”

00:00 Introduction to Healing and Rewiring Desire
00:48 Understanding Internal Parts and Their Roles
02:20 Identifying the Root Causes of Pain
03:37 Neuroscience of Healing and Rewiring the Brain
05:18 Setbacks and the Journey to Wholeness
06:10 Community and Support in the Healing Process

Resources & updates:

• Join the email list for the next Live Free Mentorship Community cohort: asherwitmer.com/subscribe

• The “F” Word