performance identity

When Shame Makes You Blame: How Hidden Self-Hatred Steals Your Identity in Christ

By Ryan Bailey / 2026-01-05 /

The Daily CHEWâ„¢Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Why Does This Hurt So Much? You push for a decision, a direction, a relationship choice you think will finally calm the ache. You lean on someone—spouse, teammate, child—to follow your lead. At the time, it makes sense. It feels like the best…