Brokenness Is Not the End: How Purpose-Driven Women Rise Stronger Through Setbacks
- Tammy Gibson
- Mar 29
- 3 min read
In the fast-paced world of leadership, entrepreneurship, and high expectations, it’s easy to believe we don’t have room for brokenness. We push through. We show up. We perform. But beneath the polished exterior, many purpose-driven women are holding it together by a thread.
If you’ve ever hit a breaking point—and kept it quiet for the sake of your business, your team, or your reputation—this post is for you.
Because here’s the truth: brokenness is not the end. In fact, it could be the very doorway to your next level of strength, vision, and impact.
Why Purpose-Driven Women Often Hide Their Brokenness
Professional women are masters of keeping it together. We lead meetings, negotiate deals, and manage responsibilities at work and home. But that pressure to always be “on” can make it hard to admit when we’re struggling.
Here’s what brokenness can quietly teach us—when we’re willing to listen:
Your foundation matters – What have you built your success upon? When life shakes, your roots are revealed.
Vulnerability creates connection – People don’t just follow your success; they’re inspired by your resilience.
True strength isn’t perfection – It’s the ability to rebuild with purpose after falling apart.
Purpose can rise from the pain – Setbacks often refine your mission and deepen your why.
A Truth to Anchor You
You don’t have to walk through this alone. Your struggle doesn’t scare God—and it doesn’t disqualify you.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
He’s not asking for your perfection. Just your presence. Your honesty. Your heart.
How to Lead and Heal at the Same Time
You don’t have to pause your purpose to find healing—but you do have to approach it differently.
1. Let yourself feel, without apology
Acknowledge where it hurts. That’s not weakness—it’s wisdom.
Grieve what’s been lost or shifted.
Give yourself grace in the process.
2. Stop waiting to be ‘fixed’ to show up
You don’t have to have it all together to make an impact.
In fact, your honesty may be your most powerful leadership trait.
3. Adapt your pace, not your purpose
Take strategic pauses.
Let your next move be intentional, not reactionary.
Redefine what success looks like in this season.
4. Surround yourself with real support
Connect with other women who get it.
Hire help when needed.
Let mentorship or faith-based community hold space for your growth.
You’re Still Called, Even in the Cracks
One of the biggest lies ambitious women believe is: “If I can’t show up strong, I shouldn’t show up at all.” But the truth is, your story still matters—even when it’s messy.
The cracks in your journey may be exactly where someone else finds the courage to keep going. And your willingness to rise, even when it’s hard, becomes your legacy—not your liability.
Final Word: This Isn’t the End
You were made to lead. To build. To create. But you’re also allowed to be human. And that means there will be moments of breaking.
What matters most is that you don’t stay there. You rise—wiser, deeper, more grounded than before.
So, if this is a breaking season for you, remember: it’s not the end. It’s the beginning of something bold.
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