Toni&#39;s conversation reveals the transformative power of embracing one&#39;s true self, while sharing relatable life lessons and experiences.

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Toni Collier

Speaker | Author | Consultant

Finding Joy in the Imperfections: God's Unconditional Love

Toni looked up one day and realized she was surrounded by unhealthy and transactional “friends”. Maybe you’ve noticed the same thing in your life. Here, she explains what true, healthy friendship looks like and how to find it.

What Healthy Friendship Looks Like

Toni grew up with a dad that demanded perfection. That led to her putting a lot of pressure on herself. But as she went through life, she realized that God is demanding something so different. That’s when she found freedom — a freedom you can find too.

You Don’t Have To Be Perfect

As Toni sat there staring at her daughter&#39;s broken crayons, she realized that her life looked the same. As a single mom on food stamps, she had no idea how God could still use her. If you find yourself asking the same question, Toni has some encouragement.

How God Uses Your Mess

Toni recalls how she grew up disliking the changing seasons, and how change in general can be difficult. Many of us dislike change too. But, when a society and culture is rapidly changing, what do we do? Toni has an answer.

When Change Is Hard

When she exploded at a fellow classmate in school, the assistant principal pulled Toni aside and asked her what was going on. What happens though when what&#39;s inside begins boiling over into other areas of our life? Toni has some encouragement for you today.

What's Really Going on Inside?

Toni missed out on a lot of her childhood. She was forced to grow up quickly after her mom had a stroke. In looking back, she realized she never let her childhood wounds heal. She paints a picture to help us understand the importance of our scars.

Your Scars Are A Good Thing

In a very funny way, Toni realized how having the real thing makes a difference. The truth is we crave what’s real and not fake. Toni explains why God wants our real selves, and why it’s always better than the buttoned-up version we try to present.

Are You Ready to Be Real?

How many times have you messed up, and then used those moments to solidify your identity? Or how many times has someone you love messed up? We&#39;ve all been there. Toni reminds us of how Jesus sees us, even in our worst moments.