This deeply moving episode of Compared to Who? features Anne Beiler, the original creator of Auntie Anne&rsquo;s Pretzels, as she shares her powerful personal story of trauma, loss, and ultimately, healing. Host Heather Creekmore guides a vulnerable discussion on the profound role confession plays in emotional and spiritual recovery, especially after devastating events. What&rsquo;s Inside: <ul> <li>Anne's humble beginnings growing up Amish and lessons on hard work that later inspired Auntie Anne&rsquo;s Pretzels.</li> <li>The tragic loss of her young daughter and how this event marked the beginning of her struggle with spiritual confusion, grief, and &ldquo;the life of pretense.&rdquo;</li> <li>Anne Beiler&nbsp;honestly recounts the pain and consequences of being taken advantage of by a pastor, the isolation of living with secrets, and the burden of shame and guilt.</li> <li>The breaking point: how years of carrying trauma and secrecy led her to the brink, and how her journey shifted the moment she bravely confessed the truth to her husband.</li> <li>Practical steps and biblical wisdom around confession, including</li> <li>Anne Beiler's &ldquo;new view of confession&rdquo; based on James 5:16&mdash;confessing faults to one another as a path toward true healing.</li> <li>The three types of confession:&nbsp;Anne identifies as keys to lasting freedom: private (bedside) with God, journaling, and verbal confession to another trusted person.</li> <li> Encouragement and actionable advice for anyone carrying burdens, trauma, or secrets: You are not meant to walk alone. </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li> Confession is not just about admitting wrongdoing; it&rsquo;s about reclaiming connection, authenticity, and health&mdash;spiritually, mentally, and physically. </li> <li> Secrets and shame fester in isolation, but openness (even when terrifying) is the beginning of transformation and hope. </li> <li> Healing from trauma often requires courage to take responsibility, to stop blaming others, and to believe you&rsquo;re worthy of freedom and forgiveness. </li> <li> The body truly does &ldquo;keep score&rdquo;&mdash;emotional pain can manifest physically, but light begins to pierce the darkness the moment you step into honesty and connection. </li> </ul> Resources Mentioned: <ul> <li> James 5:16 and 1 John&rsquo;s call to &ldquo;walk in the light as He is in the light&rdquo; </li> <li> Book recommendation: <a href="https://amzn.to/486S9cd">The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk</a> (Amazon affiliate link) </li> </ul> Connect & Learn More: <ul> <li> <a href="https://www.weshare.org/faith-based-healthcare/">Find more about Anne Beiler, one of the WeShare ambassadors, and her advocacy for healing and wholeness.</a> </li> <li> Looking for an alternative to traditional health insurance? Visit <a href="https://weshare.org/heather">weshare.org/heather</a> for a free quote and exclusive enrollment benefits. </li> </ul> Final Encouragement: If you are struggling with secrets, shame, or trauma, let today be the day you take a courageous step. Find someone to connect with, be brutally honest about your pain, and embrace the freedom that comes from confession and community. **This episode was part of a paid partnership with WeShare: Healthcare by UHSM.&nbsp; Visit: <a href="http://weshare.org/heather">weshare.org/heather</a>&nbsp;for a free quote or to learn more about this Christian healthshare company. Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

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