At the complex intersection of identity, faith, and culture, How To Be Seen explores the universal human drive for recognition through the lenses of behavioral science and biblical theology. Hosted by Tahjma VanBuren, the show investigates the lengths we go to achieve status and the vital psychological distinction between performing for an audience versus being authentically known. Ultimately, it serves as a reference guide for listeners to embrace a sense of worthiness rooted in the truth that they are already fully seen and valued by God.
Are You Creating Space for God to Show Off? (4 Times I Self Sabotaged)
God is a show off.
Our world obsessed with self-promotion and personal branding. The idea of being “seen” can feel overwhelming, even paralyzing. For many, especially those of faith, the tension between humility and visibility is so real. But what if being seen isn’t about self-glorification at all? What if it’s about creating space for God to show off.
He demonstrates His power in remarkable ways—from the ten plagues in Exodus to everyday moments of provision in 2026. This episode is your permission (and plea) to stop putting God in a box and instead create space for Him to work through your struggles with visibility, fear, and self-doubt.
Scripture mentioned in this episode:
Luke 12:22-24 & 27-28 --> Do Not Worry
Genesis 16 --> Hagar and El Roi
Exodus 7–12 --> The Ten Plagues
Genesis 1:6–10 --> Separating water from water
Exodus 20:3–5 --> I am a jealous God
John 2:1–11 --> Jesus changes water into wine
James 2:14–26 --> Faith without works is dead
Luke 5:17–26 --> The paralyzed man
Other content mentioned in this episode:
Tim Ross's mom, fries, and feeding birds (https://youtu.be/vZrwQXMl9dY?si=cMzTPJttZ3WOUbJe)
Hagar and El Roi (https://howtobeseenpodcast.transistor.fm/episodes/what-do-tyra-banks-diddy-and-you-have-in-common-genesis-16-el-roi) -- a previous How To Be Seen Episode
Did you listen to the last episode? Listen to the reason you won't give up here. (https://howtobeseenpodcast.transistor.fm/episodes/heres-why-you-wont-give-up)
This podcast is hosted by Tahjma VanBuren, produced and managed by the iMoves Management team (https://imovesmanagement.com/).
6 Apr 2026
Here's why you won't give up
This podcast is hosted by Tahjma VanBuren, produced and managed by the iMoves Management team.
imovesmanagement.com (https://imovesmanagement.com)
30 Mar 2026
Accountability: The Glow Up Step You’re Skipping | 1 Samuel 15
We love to talk about the "big" sins like they’re the only thing keeping us from faith and identity alignment, but let’s talk about the real stronghold: pride and that "ask for forgiveness, not permission" energy.
In this episode, we’re moving through the science of it all: the prefrontal cortex and why your 25+ year old brain is still struggling to choose the Tree of Life over your own "good ideas." We look at Saul’s disobedience and how even the wild story of Tamar shows how God can take our tenacity and redeem it for His purposes. This isn't about being "well-behaved," rather it's about shifting your identity and belonging back to the One who actually knows and sees you.
00:00 Intro
00:35 Dirty Room
05:31 Pride and Rebellion
07:03 1 Samuel 15
11:02 Human Development
19:53 Redemption
21:06 Acts 9
23:44 Genesis 38
31:03 Accountability
32:29 Jeremiah 18
33:43 Action Steps
This podcast is hosted by Tahjma VanBuren, produced and managed by the iMoves Management team.
imovesmanagement.com (https://imovesmanagement.com)
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