You are not a failure.Not because you’re still single.Not because your timeline doesn’t match everyone else’s.Not because life hasn’t unfolded the way you imagined.In this vulnerable, unfiltered episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase dismantles one of the quietest but most damaging lies many people carry:that love, marriage, or relationship status determines your worth.Fresh off attending a wedding and navigating the emotional aftermath of comparison, pressure, and internal questioning, Norense speaks directly to the person who goes home wondering:“What’s wrong with me?”“Why am I still here?”“Why does everyone else seem ahead?”This episode is a reminder that timing is not failure, singleness is not deficiency, and comparison is not truth. Through faith, lived experience, and honest reflection, Norense reframes love, identity, and calling — pointing listeners back to God as the true standard, not culture, family pressure, or social media narratives.If you’ve ever felt behind, overlooked, or quietly ashamed because your life doesn’t look like everyone else’s — this episode is for you.What This Episode Centers On Why relationship pressure makes people mislabel themselves as “failures”How comparison distorts identity and creates unnecessary shameThe danger of rushing timing just to feel validatedWhy marriage is not the proof of God’s favorHow culture confuses status with callingLearning to trust God’s preparation process instead of fighting itWhy who you’re becoming matters more than what you haveKey Quotes“You’re not behind — you’re being built.”“Timing is not rejection.”“Marriage is not the measure of your worth.”“Comparison makes you abandon who you are to chase who you’re not.”“There is nothing wrong with you.”Listener TakeawayIf you’ve been carrying quiet shame because your life doesn’t look how you thought it would by now — release it.You are not late.You are not less than.You are not a failure.You are in process.Listen & ConnectSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1l0FZP7IfsKKT19tSICklXApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-bully/id1586471094📲 Instagram:https://instagram.com/kingno_https://instagram.com/mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
In one of the most honest, practical, and spirit-filled episodes of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase dismantles the lie that you’re failing in life.You’re not failing — you’re hiding. You’re comparing. You’re doubting the very tools God already placed in your hands.Through real stories, raw confession, scripture, humor, grief, and spiritual clarity, Norense breaks down how shame, negative self-talk, perfectionism, comparison, and rejection twist your perspective and make you believe you’re behind.But God has already equipped you. He already called you. And He expects you to use what’s in your hand — not what you wish you had.This episode is a mirror and a wake-up call. If you’re tired, isolated, battling intrusive thoughts, struggling with relationships, grieving losses, or feeling stuck creatively or spiritually… this conversation will pull you back into truth, identity, discipline, and love.What You’ll LearnThe real definition of failure (and why you’re not failing)Why perfection is stopping your purposeHow comparison steals the confidence God gave youWhy God honors faith, not talentThe danger of hiding your gifts behind excusesHow shame, grief, and heartbreak distort identityHow to stop living in your head and start living your lifeWhy you must get around people again (isolation keeps you stuck)The power of speaking out loud what’s been suffocating you internallyWhy you must choose to love yourself before you can love othersKey ThemesFailure = not moving forwardUse what’s already in your handStop comparing your journey to people who aren’t part of your destinyFaith is what God honors—not perfectionRelationships require environment + courageRejection is redirection, not identityYour gift is meant to serve, not sit on the shelfYou become what you allow inside your mindScriptures & Spiritual AnchorsGenesis — “What’s in your hand?”Hebrews 11 — Faith is what pleases GodJohn 4 — The woman at the well (God meets you in your truth)Romans 12:2 — Renew your mind, reshape your lifePsalm 34:18 — God is near to the brokenheartedMemorable Quotes“Failure is only when you don’t move forward.”“If you don’t use what God gave you, you disrespect the One who gave it.”“Stop comparing yourself to people who aren’t assigned to your destiny.”“Your thoughts are lying to you — speak truth out loud.”“Rejection doesn’t make you less valuable.”“You’re a problem-solver by design. Act like it.”“God is not a respecter of persons — He’s a respecter of faith.”Listen & SubscribeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1l0FZP7IfsKKT19tSICklX?si=PIoi02TMRjGeHIkQbTas-A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-bully/id1586471094Connect with Norense:Instagram — https://instagram.com/kingno_ Mind Bully IG — https://instagram.com/mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
In a world where opinions shift by the hour and culture normalizes anything and everything, how do you stay rooted in who you are and what you believe?In this powerful episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase delivers a prophetic reminder for anyone stepping into a new season: your life will only grow as deep as your convictions.Drawing from Scripture, personal pain, spiritual growth, and the chaos of modern society, Norense exposes the lies shaping today's culture—and the silent slide of sin that pulls people away from purpose. He challenges listeners to build convictions rooted not in trends, feelings, or societal pressure, but in the unchanging truth of Christ.This episode is part teaching, part testimony, and part wake-up call. If you feel confused, empty, spiritually dull, or pressured to “go with the flow,” this conversation will strengthen your foundation and direct your steps heading into the new year.Why convictions matter more than ever in 2025How society subtly reshapes your beliefs without you noticingThe difference between cultural “acceptance” and Biblical truthWhy sin is a slide—and how to get off itHow to recognize when you’re resisting your own growthThe role of Scripture in shaping identity, clarity, and confidenceWhy walking with Christ brings real freedom, not restrictionHow to decide, daily, who you will serveThese verses are directly referenced or reflected in the episode:Romans 8:2 – “The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free.”John 6:63 – “The words I speak are spirit and life.”Joshua 24:15 – “Choose this day whom you will serve.”Genesis 1–3 – Origin of sin, death, and spiritual separationExodus (Pharaoh’s hardened heart) – The danger of resisting God“Growth feels unfamiliar because you’ve never been this version of you before.”“Sin is a slide—easy to get on, hard to stop.”“Convictions rooted in culture shift every day. Convictions rooted in Christ never move.”“If you don’t decide who you are, society will decide for you.”“You’re not lost — you’re being led.”“The Spirit can only quicken what you’ve rooted in your heart.”Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1l0FZP7IfsKKT19tSICklX?si=PIoi02TMRjGeHIkQbTas-AApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-bully/id1586471094Follow NorenseInstagram: https://instagram.com/kingno_Mind Bully IG: https://instagram.com/mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
(Apologies for the sound quality)In this powerful and deeply emotional episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase confronts the three–letter question that haunts us in seasons of grief, stagnation, and spiritual warfare: WHY?Why did this happen?Why now?Why me?Why can’t I move forward?Speaking transparently about losing his grandmother and sister in the same year, Norense opens up about the pain, the questions, the nights of crying, and the waves of grief that still hit without warning. But instead of staying stuck in the “why,” he walks us into a deeper truth: God doesn’t require us to understand—He requires us to move.This episode is a wake-up call to stop hiding your gift, stop negotiating with fear, and stop agreeing with the lies of the enemy. Through Moses’s story, scripture, and raw personal reflection, Norense reminds you that everything God placed in your hands is already enough — and your calling is still active, even in your lowest season.If you’re battling discouragement, loss, confusion, or spiritual heaviness, this conversation will remind you of your authority, identity, and purpose in Christ.⸻💡 What You’ll Learn Why grief often triggers the deepest spiritual questions How the enemy uses lies to stall your purpose The danger of suppressing God-given desires What Moses teaches us about timing, calling, and insecurity How to rebuild motivation when you feel emotionally and spiritually empty Why your gift is meant for service, not storage How to walk in victory even when life breaks your heart⸻📖 Key Scriptures Exodus 3–4 — Moses’s calling, excuses, and God’s reassurance Romans 8:28 — God works all things together for good Jeremiah 29:11 — Plans to prosper you and give you a future 1 Peter 5:7 — Cast your cares on Him Philippians 3:13–14 — Forgetting the past and pressing forward 2 Timothy 1:7 — Power, love, and a sound mind⸻✨ Memorable Quotes “Gifts are not meant for storage. They’re meant for service.” “You don’t fight for victory — you fight from victory.” “The desire God placed in you is still relevant.” “Your excuses don’t cancel your calling.” “Stop letting the enemy answer the questions only God can speak to.” “What’s in your hand is enough.”⸻🔗 Listen & Subscribe Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1l0FZP7IfsKKT19tSICklX?si=PIoi02TMRjGeHIkQbTas-A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-bully/id1586471094📲 Connect with Norense:Instagram: https://instagram.com/kingno_Mind Bully IG: https://instagram.com/mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
In this deeply personal episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase explores what it means to find structure, direction, and faith when life feels chaotic and uncertain. After a year marked by loss, grief, and unexpected change, Norense reflects on how God uses even seasons of silence and suffering to guide our steps.He challenges listeners to pause, listen, and realign their lives with the Word of God — not emotions, not opinions, not performance. Through powerful storytelling and scripture-rooted insight, this episode reminds you that God’s light still shines brightest in the dark and that direction comes from surrender, not striving.How to build structure when life feels uncertainWhy emotions can’t lead you where faith is meant toHow to hear God’s voice in silence and sufferingThe danger of self-reliance and overthinkingHow to walk in victory even when life feels heavyPsalm 119:130 — “The entrance of Your words gives light.”Ephesians 6:12 — “We wrestle not against flesh and blood.”Romans 10:9 — “If you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord…”1 Peter 5:7 — “Cast all your cares upon Him.”“You can’t build direction from what you’re not — only from who God says you are.”“The entrance of His word gives light. You just have to turn it on.”“Your emotions are signals, not masters.”“Stop searching for answers outside of the One who already lives within you.”“You’re not fighting for victory; you’re fighting from it.”Spotify: Mind Bully PodcastApple Podcasts: Mind Bully PodcastConnect with Norense:Instagram: @kingno_ | @mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
What’s been weighing on your heart lately? In this raw, spirit-led episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase returns from Lubbock, Texas reflecting on grief, faith, and the importance of showing up as your authentic self—messy, unfinished, and still growing.Norense opens up about losing his sister and grandmother, navigating emotional triggers, and finding healing through the radical love of Jesus Christ. He challenges listeners to examine what’s heavy on their hearts—relationships, self-protection, performance—and to release it in exchange for the peace that only God provides.This episode is a reminder that you don’t need to perform to be loved. God’s love is unconditional, unwavering, and already yours.How grief reveals your need for God’s presenceWhy love must be shown through action, not performanceHow to break cycles of self-protection and independenceThe danger of confusing validation with loveWhat it means to surrender your heart and accept God’s grace1 John 3:16 – “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us.”Hebrews 12:2 – “For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross.”1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your cares on Him, because He cares for you.”Romans 8:28 – “All things work together for good for those who love God.”“What’s heavy on your heart? That’s where God wants to meet you.”“You can’t perform your way into peace.”“Love without action isn’t love—it’s talk.”“You don’t have to earn God’s love. Just receive it.”“If you’re breathing, you’re proof that God still has a plan.”Spotify: Mind Bully PodcastApple: Mind Bully Podcast📲 Connect with Norense:Instagram: @kingno_ | @mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
In this episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase delivers a passionate, unfiltered reminder to stop disrespecting your own growth. From confronting self-doubt and perfectionism to rediscovering the fire that first drove your purpose, this message is a rallying cry to remember who you are, how far you’ve come, and what God has already placed inside you.Norense challenges listeners to reflect, not retreat — to look back, remember, and reclaim the boldness that comes from self-awareness and faith. Through stories of pain, development, and redemption, he unpacks how self-reflection leads to confidence, connection, and authentic leadership.This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, unmotivated, or silenced by the noise of comparison. It’s time to get loud — even if you’re wrong — because that’s how growth happens.Why self-doubt is a form of disrespect to your potentialThe power of reflection in rediscovering your “why”How to break free from perfectionism and people-pleasingWhy vulnerability and authenticity are leadership traitsHow Christ redeems and reframes your pain into purpose“It’s disrespectful to talk down on what God’s already developing in you.”“You can be loud and wrong — that’s how you grow.”“Reflection brings revelation.”“Confidence doesn’t come from being perfect; it comes from knowing who made you.”“You’re not what they said about you — you’re who God made you.”Spotify: Mind Bully PodcastApple: Mind Bully PodcastConnect with Norense:Instagram: @kingno_ | @mindbullypodcast Listen & Subscribe
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
In this powerful episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase records mid-cruise—14 men deep on a bachelor party—and finds himself reflecting on faith, friendship, and emotional honesty.From intimate dinner conversations that left grown men in tears to raw realizations about how we suppress pain, Norense dives deep into what it means to feel again. He explores why men struggle to express emotions, how routine disruption reveals what’s real, and the danger of seeking peace in temporary fixes like alcohol, sex, or distraction.This episode is a heartfelt call to return to the Source—to stop sedating your soul and start surrendering to God’s healing presence.Why suppressing emotions numbs your spiritual sensitivityHow friendship, vulnerability, and expression build true connectionThe hidden cost of escapism and how it destroys purposeHow to identify and confront the lies shaping your self-beliefWhat it means to live in freedom through Christ’s finished workGalatians 5:22–23 – Fruit of the SpiritRomans 8:28 – All things work together for goodHebrews 4:16 – Approach the throne of grace with confidencePhilippians 4:7 – Peace that surpasses understanding“You can’t heal what you refuse to feel.”“When you sedate the pain, you silence your sensitivity to God.”“Don’t run to the club when God is calling you to His presence.”“He got it back in blood—your peace has already been purchased.”“Faith isn’t performance—it’s presence.”Spotify: Mind Bully PodcastApple: Mind Bully Podcast📲 Connect with Norense:Instagram: @kingno_ | @mindbullypodcast💡 What You’ll Learn📖 Key Scriptures✨ Memorable Quotes🔗 Listen & Subscribe
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
You’ve been through way too much to give up now. In this powerful, vulnerable episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense Odiase opens up about losing his sister and grandmother in the same year, facing personal pain, and rediscovering strength through surrender.Recorded in real time after a breakthrough moment at the gym, Norense reflects on anger, faith, and the temptation to quit. He walks through what it means to truly trust God’s character when life feels unfair, how to process grief without losing focus, and why surrender is the key to strength.This episode will remind you that you are not alone in your suffering—and that the same God who counts your tears also counts your steps forward.What You’ll LearnHow grief can refine, not define, your faithWhy surrender is stronger than strivingThe spiritual danger of self-doubt and discouragementHow to confront lies from the enemy with truthPractical ways to keep showing up when life gets heavyKey ScripturesJoshua 1:8 – Meditate on His word day and nightJames 1:2–4 – Count it all joy in trialsRomans 8:28 – All things work together for goodPhilippians 1:6 – He who began a good work in you will complete itMemorable Quotes“You’ve given up by shutting up. Open your mouth and speak life.”“Faith doesn’t make sense—it makes strength.”“Life doesn’t break you. It builds you.”“Surrender isn’t losing—it’s aligning with the One who already won.”Listen & SubscribeSpotify: Mind Bully PodcastApple: Mind Bully PodcastConnect with Norense:Instagram: @kingno_ | @mindbullypodcast
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
Feeling burnout???? Same here. This is a different episode. RECEIVE GODS GRACE YOU ARE WORTHY OF ITSTOP TRYING TO PERFORM
This is my digital diary. I do this every Thursday. It is my reminder to check in with myself, and your reminder to join in as well. These will be unapologetically raw and uncut like Norense duhhh
B Mo
Thankyou Norense...You are a Light and your words are a great solace in my current season of transformation ,transition and growth. Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou🙏🏽💖