Losing Religion, Losing Myself, Losing Family, Finding God - Korrenzo Smith’s Journey to Freedom

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Unwritten

Thomas

142 episodes

19 hours ago

A space for deep conversations, and living a wholesome life. Hosted by a Navy vet with a passion for holistic wellness, fitness, psychology, and purpose-driven living, we dive deep into the beauty of life that often go unspoken. We embrace the struggles, celebrate the growth, and explore what it means to live with intention and passion. If you're seeking clarity, connection, or just a moment of peace—your story is still being written. Stay Curious and Keep Going! - Thomas 🎙️ Subscribe on YouTube: @UnwrittenPodcast 📸 Follow on Instagram: @the_unwrittenpodcast 📩 theunwrittenpod@gmail.com

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Losing Religion, Losing Myself, Losing Family, Finding God - Korrenzo Smith’s Journey to Freedom

Unwritten

1 hour 16 minutes 1 second

3 weeks ago

Losing Religion, Losing Myself, Losing Family, Finding God - Korrenzo Smith’s Journey to Freedom

Finding Peace: Embracing Faith, Sexuality, and Personal Growth

This podcast explores faith, sexuality, and what freedom truly means. It challenges a world that tells you who to be instead of letting you find out for yourself. Korrenzo Smith is a Journalist - Turned English Teacher - Turned Naval Officer - Turned Author. He went from hiding his identity as a gay man to embracing his true self.

We talk about the challenges of growing up with different religious beliefs. It can be hard to find acceptance and deal with emotional struggles when your surrounded by loved ones who disagree with your lifestyle. Discover how Korrenzo balanced his family, career, and personal identity. Learn why sharing your truth is so important. Don’t miss this inspiring talk about love, faith, and self-acceptance.

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Tiktok - @korrenzovsscooby

IG - @korrenzovsscooby

Buy his book! - https://korrenzo.com/

Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPRGH5MZ/ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_607KKGX94WM9BSMAY1K7

Available Now! in Audiobook format as well!

Key Lessons:

Reclaiming Identity: Korrenzo shares his journey of balancing faith and sexuality. His childhood nickname, “Scooby,” highlights the gap between his true self and the person he feels he has to be.
Healing Through Acceptance: He explains how accepting his true self and joining a welcoming faith community brought him peace, healing, and spiritual freedom.
The Power of Vulnerability: He discovered that vulnerability isn’t weakness. Through therapy, self-love, and setting healthy boundaries, he found it leads to wholeness and real connection.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:49 The Story Behind 'Scooby'

04:01 Embracing Vulnerability

07:59 Navigating Faith and Sexuality

11:55 Finding Acceptance and Peace

16:10 The Power of Letting Go

18:15 Challenges of Coming Out

35:19 Family Acceptance and Personal Growth

38:53 The Call from Dad

39:25 Finding Wholeness and Setting Boundaries

42:23 The Importance of Therapy

44:04 Unpacking Trauma

46:18 Advice for the Younger Generation

47:54 Reflecting on Personal Growth

50:59 The Journey to Self-Love

56:30 Final Thoughts and Future Plans