What I Learned About Healing, Faith, and Confidence After Years of Chasing Perfection

In this heartfelt solo episode, Rachel Brooks shares the raw, unfiltered truth behind Chasing Perfection, five years after it was written—and the journey that has unfolded since. From grief and loss to growth and grace, this is not about closing a chapter. It’s about returning to what’s always been true.If you’ve ever wondered how to heal, where to begin, or whether your story still matters—this is your invitation to pause, exhale, and remember: you’re not broken. You’re still becoming.Timestamps:[00:00] Welcome + truth from the heart[01:00] Why writing a book was never the plan[03:00] The chase that became a prison[04:30] From the fire to the foundation[06:00] What’s changed (and what hasn’t) five years later[07:30] Who this message is for[08:30] “I Am… Enough” — the 10-minute identity reset[09:00] Chasing Perfection + the 5-Year Anniversary Bonus Bundle[10:00] “I Am… Becoming” — the audio devotional journey[11:00] Final reminder: you’re not behind, broken, or aloneKey Themes + Takeaways:When God calls you, He equips you—even through the fireYou don’t have to launch a book to change lives—just live the storyHealing is cyclical—you will revisit what still needs graceThe tools you created for her are often the tools you still needYou’re not starting over—you’re starting alignedFavorite Quotes:“I didn’t write a book to build a brand. I wrote it to stop hiding.”“You’re not behind. You’re not broken. You’re not alone. You’re still becoming.”“This isn’t a relaunch. It’s a reintroduction. To me. To you. To us.”Ready to Go Deeper?📖 I Am… Enough: 10-Minute Reset (Free) A quick, grounding guide to help you remember who you are when you forget. → iamrachelbrooks.com/reset📘 Chasing Perfection + 5-Year Anniversary Bonus Bundle The book that started it all—plus journal prompts, a self-love guide, and the 7-Day Fit From Within reset. → iamrachelbrooks.com/chasing-perfection🎧 I Am… Becoming (6-Week Devotional Journey) A raw, voice-note style experience to guide you from survival to surrender—with Scripture, prompts, and prayer. → iamrachelbrooks.com/iam-becomingSupport the MissionThis podcast isn’t backed by sponsors—it’s built on faith, truth, and women like you. If this message moved you, consider supporting the work. → iamrachelbrooks.com/support📲 Connect with Rachel BrooksInstagram: @iamrachelbrooksRead the newsletter: iamrachelbrooks.com/newsletterExplore the podcast library: iamrachelbrooks.com/play